Eagle's Eye

☎️ Attendance Reporting

The office is especially busy before school begins. If you are calling to report a late arrival or absence, please select the attendance line (press 1). Reported absences and lates will be entered as quickly as possible, even if you do not speak directly with office staff. Thank you for helping us keep our phone lines available for urgent needs.

🕣 Morning Arrival
School doors open to students at 8:20 a.m. Please avoid dropping students off before this time, as they will be left waiting outside. While we will certainly show grace on exceptionally cold days, staff are busy preparing for classes and attending meetings prior to 8:20 a.m. and are unable to provide supervision.

⏰ Late Arrivals and Late Slips

Late slips are issued beginning at 8:39 a.m. If your child will be late, a parent or guardian must report the late to the office. A student's explanation for being late does not excuse the absence. Parent-reported lates help us maintain accurate attendance records.

📍 Parent-Aware Absences

A Parent-Aware absence means a student is excused from school, not just from a specific class. If a student is excused for one or more blocks, they must leave campus for that time and may not remain in the building or common areas.

🏫 End of Day Pick-Up
The school building closes at 3:45 p.m. Students should not remain in the building after this time unless they are writing a test, participating in athletics, or are involved in a supervised school activity. Please make arrangements for your child to be picked up before 3:45 p.m.

📞 Courtesy Phone Available

The school office closes at 4:00 p.m. A courtesy phone is available for students and visitors in the main entrance, mounted on the wall outside the office.

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Dinner cards are available to purchase at the office - $25 for 5 meals.

Exact Cash or Card is accepted.

Monday, November 2 (Day 2)

• Burrito Bowl

Tuesday, November 3 (Day 1)

• Chicken Club pr Greek Chicken Wrap

Wednesday, November 4 (Day 2)

• Grilled Cheese or Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich with Soup

Thursday, November 5 (Day 1)

• Butter Chicken with Naan or Teriyaki Chicken

Friday, November 6 (Day 2)

• Pasta Plate with Garlic Bread and Salad

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• November 2: Parent-Teacher Interviews / School Council Meeting
• November 4: Take Our Kids To Work Day (Grade 9)
• November 6: Remembrance Day Chapel (10:45) / Shrek Auditions Sign Up Closes
• November 9 to 13: Fall Break
• November 12 and 13: Basketball Camp (Grade 7-9)
• November 16 to 20: Anti-Bullying Week
• November 30: Band Christmas Concert
• December 3 to 5: SCA Eagles Invitational Varsity Basketball
• December 4: Chapel
• December 21 to Jan 1: Christmas Break

Come join us as we celebrate many of our SCA students who have made the decision to follow Jesus and be water baptized!

Baptisms are happening at all three weekend services:

Saturday 6:00PM

Sunday 9:00AM & 11:00AM
*Most SCA baptisms are during the 11:00AM service

Shrek Auditions are coming up!! Don't miss the opportunity to be part of an amazing community and perform in an iconic show!

Sr. High auditions are in person on November 16 and 17th. Make sure to sign up for your 10-minute time slot by November 6th!

Jr. High auditions for Young Shrek and Young Fiona will be taken via video submission until November 17th.

Dance, singing and acting callbacks will run on Monday, November 23. Students required at callbacks will receive an email on November 18th with information.

Scan the QR codes on the posters around the school for access to the student information folder and sign up!

Our Leadership 9 class recently participated in a 39-Minute Fundraiser with True North Fundraising on Tuesday, October 27, 2026. During this time, students connected with family and friends to help raise money for our class initiatives and activities.

We are excited to be selling “Papa Jack’s” ready to eat popcorn in 70g share size bags.

Available options:

5-Pack (single flavour) – $24
• White Cheddar
• Dill Pickle
• Butter
• Sweet & Salty

10-Pack MVP (assorted flavours) – $45

Caramel Popcorn:
• 2 tubs – $30
• 2 tubs with Belgian chocolate drizzle – $35

If you would like to place an order and know a Leadership 9 student, you can order directly through them. Otherwise, please email me at symonds.botchey@eips.ca with your name, phone number, and order details, and I will make sure you receive your popcorn.

Order deadline: Wednesday, November 4, 2026.

Thank you very much for supporting our Leadership 9 students!

Shovel snow. Help your neighbours. Make a difference!

Help seniors and residents with disabilities in Strathcona County stay safe this winter by clearing their sidewalks and driveways within 72 hours of a snowfall.

Why volunteer?

• Get active and enjoy the fresh air

• Give back to your community

• Help someone stay safe and independent

• Boost your resume for job/scholarship opportunities

Around 50 residents are already waiting for a volunteer! You can make a real difference — on your own, with a friend, or as a group.

Learn more: volunteerstrathcona.ca/snowbusters

Sign up to volunteer!.

On Monday October 26th, a list of students will be posted outside the main office to indicate if they are on track to achieve their diploma as per Alberta Education requirements. This list will not include any names and will be posted by ASN in a randomized (non-alphabetical order). If a student's ASN is not listed, this indicates they are not on track to graduate and would not (at this point in time) being participating in the May graduation ceremony. Students in this position would need to connect with either Mrs. Matheson (dion.matheson@eips.ca) or Mr. Johnson (sandy.johnson@eips.ca) to receive support and clarify what elements they are missing from the requirements. Common reasons for missed diploma achievement may include such things as missing a class in their timetable, currently failing a required class, or short the credit counts in specific categories. Our hope is to notify students in this way again in March and once more at the beginning of May so that we can best support them in being on track to meet the requirements and able to participate in the graduation ceremony. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mr. Johnson at any time!

If you are a parent of a 2027 grad, we invite you to follow the After Grad Committee's social media pages for fundraising updates and information:

• Instagram: @scaaftergrad2027
• Facebook: SCA After Grad 2027

Quarter Finals:

Monday, Nov. 2- 5:30 @ SCA - Varsity Girls vs. Father Michael McCaffery

Tuesday, Nov. 3- 5:30 @ SCA - Junior Varsity Girls vs. Holy Trinity

Tuesday, Nov. 3- 7:00 @ SCA- Junior Varsity Boys vs. St. Peter the Apostle

Below games depend on advancing from the previous round:

Semi-Finals:

*Wednesday, Nov. 4 (Location and time TBD) Potential Varsity Girls

*Thursday, Nov. 5 (Location and time TBD) Potential Junior Varsity Girls

*Thursday, Nov. 5 (Location and time TBD) Potential Junior Varsity Boys

Girls Finals:

**Friday, Nov. 6- 5:00 @ Father Michael McCafferey (VARSITY GIRLS)

**Saturday, Nov. 7- 2:00 @ Father Michael McCafferey (JV GIRLS)

Boys Finals:

**Saturday, Nov. 7- 7:00 @ Beaumont (JV BOYS)

We are excited to offer Grade 7/8 Girls’ Volleyball Open Gym sessions for students who are NOT on a volleyball team this season. This is a great opportunity for girls to continue developing their volleyball skills, stay active, and enjoy playing the sport in a fun and supportive environment.

Open Gym Dates (ALL FRIDAYS)

3:30pm - 5:00pm:

• October 30
• November 6
• November 20
• November 27
• December 4
  
  

To help us plan for each session and get an idea of how many students will be attending, please sign up using the following link:

👉 [Grade 7/8 Girls’ Volleyball Open Gym]

As well, if you haven’t already, parents will have to complete the 2627_SCS JH Athletics_EdEx Female Sports Eligibility Declaration about their daughter.

Please complete the sign-up so we can better prepare and ensure we have an idea of expected numbers.

Tryout Permission Form

**Please make sure form is filled in prior to the start of the 1st tryout

***Any questions, please contact: jesse.sorenson@eips.ca

Monday, November 2nd (7:00- 8:15am) MORNING

Wednesday, November 4th (5:00-6:30pm) *May be adjusted due to Volleyball playoffs

Friday, November 6th (5:00-6:30pm) *JV Only

Monday, November 16th (5:00-6:30pm) *If Necessary

Thursday, November 5th (8:00-9:30pm)

Monday, November 16th (3:30-5:00pm)

Wednesday, November 18th (6:30-8:00pm) *If Necessary

SCA Hoops is running a two-day basketball camp this November break for students in Grades 7–9! Players will work on fundamental skills, including shooting, dribbling, and defense, through structured drills, strategic gameplay, and personalized coaching.

• Boys: November 12–13 | 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
• Girls: November 12–13 | 1:00–4:00 p.m.
• Cost: $100
  
  

What to Bring: Indoor shoes, athletic clothing, and a water bottle. Basketballs will be provided.

Registration: Complete Online Form to Register and Pay

What Should I Know Before Giving My Child Their First Device?

Tuesday, Nov 3
5pm MT

Join the upcoming JOMO Family Webinar featuring Dr. Nesi, a Clinical Psychologist and Associate Professor at Brown University.
Dr. Jacqueline Nesi will help parents navigate one of the biggest technology milestones facing families: deciding when—and how—
to introduce a first personal device.

REGISTER HERE: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ZDZSG-lyQX-uOQj5WuK7xA

(Note: you only need to register once for the whole JOMO Family series)

Axis – Biblical Teen Parenting

This website provides a Biblical perspective on how to respond to the interests and issues your teens are navigating. You can sign up for weekly emails detailing current issues your teens are facing. For example, here’s a great article by Axis on one of the newest tough topics to discuss with your teens--sports betting apps: Teens and Sports Betting Apps.

• Ensure students have clothing appropriate for expected weather conditions.
• If weather conditions are bad enough to impact student transportation, Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) advises families directly, and posts updates on social media and eips.ca.
• Decisions regarding bus cancellations are guided by an EIPS administrative procedure that states, “school bus service may be suspended…when there is a forecast or current temperature of -40 C, including wind chill factor, in one or more regions.” Other reasons for suspending or delaying school bus services include adverse weather and poor road conditions.
• When school bus services are suspended, schools remain open to students.

For more information, contact EIPS Student Transportation at 780-417-8151.

Alberta Health Services is hosting a series of virtual caregiver information sessions focused on ways to support students’ mental health. The sessions are free and geared toward parents, caregivers, teachers and community members who want to learn more about challenges impacting children and adolescents. This November’s sessions are focused on understanding anxiety.

Visit Caregiver Education to see the monthly caregiver sessions.

Wondering when and how to pay for school fees? School fee information for the 2026-27 school year will be posted on the PowerSchool Parent Portal in late September. All fees are due within 30 days of being posted. NOTE: Additional fees may be added throughout the year—for example, at the beginning of each semester, as your child takes part in various activities, or they may be adjusted by changes in selected optional courses in junior and senior high school. If you’re unable to pay your school fees, you can apply to have certain fees waived. The application deadline is Dec. 15, 2026.

For more information, visit the school website, under the About > Fees tab. Alternatively, contact our Business Manager, Jennifer Gibson at jennifer.gibson@eips.ca or at 780-464-7127.