BASHAW SCHOOL: OCTOBER UPDATE

We have a new Rebel! Please join us in welcoming Kennedy Sieben as Bashaw School's new Grade 3 teacher.

I grew up in New Norway and developed a passion for education early on. After graduating from high school, I took a couple of years to explore my interests before returning to earn my degree in Community Rehabilitation. I then attended the University of Alberta, where I completed my after-degree in Elementary Education.

In my free time, I love staying active—whether it’s playing sports, hiking in the summer, or skiing in the winter. I’m really excited to start my journey as a teacher in Bashaw and can’t wait to get to know all the students and community members!

Please update your address book to include Kennedy in your correspondence: kesieben@brsd.ab.ca

If you have a student taking Grade 10 Math C, graphing calculators are a MUST. There are 2 types of calculators they can buy. One is the TI- 84 version and costs about $170 and the other is the Casio 9750gii and costs around $60. Please be sure your student has one by February 1.

Please be sure to let the office know if a student in your household will be absent, are leaving early etc. We MUST have record of these absences. REMINDER: students MUST sign in and out in the main office.

HOPE MISSION is generously donating food to our school to help support students who may need extra nourishment. Their contribution ensures that every student has access to healthy options, helping to foster a positive learning environment and offering vital support to families in need. We are incredibly thankful for their commitment to our school and community. https://hopemission.com/our-values/

Thank you to everyone who came out to our dedication service of the John Rock Memorial Park here at the school.

John worked as a custodian at our school for 25 years. He was a kind, caring, and compassionate presence, always going above and beyond to connect with the students. John was a members of the Bashaw Fire Department for 25 years, serving as Chief for 23 of those years. He was a Cubs and Scouts leader, President of the Lions Club, and involved in the creation of the local race track.

Joh's genuine care and concern, his friendly demeanor and various contributions touched many lives, and his selfless service will not be forgotten. He's been gone for 30 years now, but his legacy of hard work and commitment within our community lives on.

Bashaw School is in need of volunteers to help with the following:

Picture Day - Picture day always goes a little more smoothly with extra help! All volunteers will be compensated with a discount code to put toward photos ($25 for half-day/$50 for full-day)

Breakfast program - The Breakfast program will be starting up again this month. Please call the office for information on how you can help. More information will follow once we are prepared to launch the program.

Fun Lunch program - This program organizes a special lunch students can order from a pre-determined outside source a few times a year. In order for this program to run we need:

• A parent volunteer to co-ordinate the orders - training will be provided
• A few parents to help each time receive and deliver the food to students

Both these programs are very much needed and appreciated by the students in the school.

It's that time! There will be an International Travel Meeting at the school on Wednesday October 23 at 5pm for parents and students.

GREAT NEWS. We will provide livestreaming for gym sporting events whenever possible. Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Bashaw School YouTube Channel as links may change.

WAY TO GO REBELS!

What a successful season. So many improvements in athlete paces and times - almost all!

Many Bashaw Rebel runners received ribbons and medals as well as shirts for being top 6 finishers.

Bashaw received the top elementary award plaque for both the Bashaw and New Norway races. We also got the Jr High BRJAA top girls award this season! Banner to come our way!!!

Congratulations to Alyssa Congdon who placed 5th in her category at the Sr High Central Zone race last week and will be competing in the provincials in Grand Prairie this weekend.

GOOD LUCK!!!

All results can be seen here:

https://www.battleriverraceseries.com

Thanks to staff, admin and families for their support in making this season and our own Holliday Memorial Run a success. Thanks to Mrs. Kim Carlson for her support in coaching.

If you have any questions or please email Mrs. Pearson lpearson@brsd.ab.ca

NOTE: Please stay in contact with coaches for any changes to the schedules

Email: dandriatz@brsd.ab.ca asteele@brsd.ab.ca
Website: www.bashaw.brsd.ab.ca
Location: 5304 51 Street Box 69
Phone: 780-372-3800
Facebook: facebook.com/bashaw_school