Westboro Weekly Newsletter

May 18: Victoria Day-Stat Holiday No School for Students or Staff

May 20: Deadline to order hot lunch 9:00 p.m.

May 20: Early Dismissal - Students will be dismissed one hour early at 2:16 p.m.

May 21: Grade 3 Telus World of Science 8:35 a.m.

May 21: Grade 4 Bowling 1:00 p.m.

May 22: Grade 4 and 5 Cree Language Lessons In School Field Trip 2:10 p.m.

May 22: PAT Grade 6 English Language Arts and Literature Part A 9:00 am

May 22: Family Dance 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.

May 23: EIPS Powwow 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. Lakeland Ridge Gymnasium

Looking ahead:

May 25-29: Rural Health Week

May 27: Early Dismissal - Students will be dismissed one hour early at 2:16 p.m.

May 28: Grade 6 Immunizations

May 28: Hot Lunch - Panago

May 29: Grade 6 Visit to Cloverbar 10:30 a.m.

May 29: Grade 4 and 5 Cree Language Lessons In School Field Trip 2:10 p.m.

June: 1 Grade 2 - Strathcona Wilderness Centre 9:00 a.m.

June 1: Grade 5 - Teachers Pet Internal Biology of Living Organisms 1:00 p.m.

June 2: Grade 6 Snow Valley Aerial Park 9:10 - 12:45 p.m.

June 3: Early Dismissal - Students will be dismissed one hour early at 2:16 p.m.

June 4: PAT Grade 6 English Language Arts and Literature Part B 9:00 a.m.

June 5: Patrollers Picnic Rundle Park 8:45 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

June 5: Zoo To You - PLACE and STEPS 10:00 a.m.

June 8: Sportball Day

June 10: PLACE In School Field Trip - Birdhouses 9:00 a.m.

June 10: Early Dismissal - Students will be dismissed one hour early at 2:16 p.m.

June 11: Kindergarten and Grade 1 Edmonton Valley Zoo Field Trip 8:45 a.m.

June 12: Grade 4 Fort Edmonton Park 8:45 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

June 12: PAT Grade 6 Science PAT 9:00 a.m.

June 15: Kindergarten/Grade 5 Field Trip to Broadmoor Lake and the Strathcona County Library

June 17: PLACE Field Trip - Bowling 9:30 a.m.

June 17: Early Dismissal - Students will be dismissed one hour early at 2:16 p.m.

June 18: PAT Grade 6 Mathematics Part B 9:00 a.m.

Hot lunch ordering for May 28 is now open until Wednesday, May 20 at 9:00 p.m! This month's vendor is Panago!

Please place your orders online using MunchaLunch! You can pay for your orders online using credit card (Visa / Mastercard), debit-credit card, Google Pay, Apple Pay or pre-paid credit card.

IF YOU ARE NEW TO MunchaLunch HERE IS HOW TO REGISTER:

1) Go to: https://munchalunch.com/schools/westboro/

2) Click the “Register Here” button (as shown below). The system will guide you through.

3) After adding your children, click the green “Order Lunch!” button to order.

4) Next time, just click the “Login Here” button to access your account.

ORDERING INFORMATION:

If you need assistance with ordering, or do not have access to the internet, please contact our new hot lunch coordinator, Nicole at westborohotlunch@gmail.com.

Please note if your child is ill on a lunch date, you are welcome to come and pick up their lunch by 12:30 p.m.; otherwise please consider it a donation. Consistent with previous years, there are NO REFUNDS.

Our thanks to the Westboro Elementary parent community for supporting hot lunch and to our wonderful volunteers who help make this program a success!

Our Patrollers of the Month for April have seen us through ALLL sorts of weather

patterns from, rain and snow and hail to gale force winds!

The results of the 2025–26 EIPS Annual Feedback Survey: For Parents and Caregivers are now available. In March, the Division conducted the annual survey, which helps EIPS gauge its progress toward meeting the goals and priorities outlined in its Four-Year Education Plan. Families were asked a series of questions about their experiences with EIPS and the school their child attends, the overall performance of the Division, the quality of education being provided to students and areas for improvement.

Thank you to all families who took the time to share their feedback with the Division. Overall, the survey received approximately 1,600 responses from parents and caregivers across EIPS. The Division, and schools, will now review the feedback in detail and use it to develop new strategies to serve students and the wider community better.

The full results are available online:

2025–26 Parent and Caregiver Survey results: EIPS

2025–26 Parent and Caregiver Survey results: Westboro Elementary

Elk Island Public Schools is thrilled to invite students, families and community members to a celebration of Indigenous culture and community. Come experience the vibrant traditions, music and dance at our upcoming powwow!

The afternoon will feature incredible performances by First Nations dancers from local communities, with the heartbeat of the event provided by the renowned Cree Confederation Drum Group and the Young Gunz Drum Group.

Event Details:

Date: Saturday, May 23
Time: 1 to 5 p.m.

Location: Lakeland Ridge, gymnasium
101 Crimson Dr., Sherwood Park

Order your 2025-26 yearbook today by clicking on the photo below or scanning the QR code. Make sure to enter the yearbook ID.

For youth entering Grade 7 in the upcoming school year.

This engaging and experiential workshop helps youths prepare for the move to junior high through fun short hands-on activities, and meaningful conversations. Youth will learn about managing stress, embracing change, building resilience, and developing practical skills to support a confident transition. There will be time to ask questions, chance to meet others who are starting Grade 7 too and build confidence for Grade 7—plus, pizza is included!

In partnership with the Strathcona County Library.

Date: Thursday, May 28

Time: 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Location: Community Centre
401 Festival Lane, Sherwood Park

Please note: Limited spots left and registration is required. Register now.

For caregivers of youth entering junior high in Fall 2026.

This registered, parent-only session supports caregivers in understanding common junior high stressors and “jitters.” Participants will learn practical strategies to build confidence, resilience, and emotional well-being in their children as they navigate this exciting period of growth and change.

In partnership with the Strathcona Count Family Resource Network.

Date: Thursday, June 4
Time: 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Family Resource Network Building
160 Festival Way

Register now

Is your child turning five on or before Dec. 31, 2026? If so, it’s time to register for kindergarten.

To help families prepare, Elk Island Public Schools has put together an online EIPS Kindergarten Tool kit to make the transition as smooth as possible. The kit includes information on registration, important dates, programming options, what to expect, eligibility, how to find your designated school, transportation and more.

Additional information regarding Westboro Elementary's kindergarten program is available at www.westboroelementary.ca.

As a friendly reminder, we ask families to please keep pets a safe distance away from school walkways and entrances during drop-off and pick-up times. Some students and adults have allergies, and others may feel uncomfortable or nervous around animals.

Your help in keeping our school environment safe and welcoming for everyone is greatly appreciated.

Thank you!

Every year, Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) publishes an Annual Education Results Report, which outlines the Division’s Four-Year Education Plan, growth opportunities and how it supports students in achieving the best possible outcomes. Read through this year’s EIPS Annual Education Results Report and discover how EIPS fosters learning environments for all students to learn, grow and thrive—and why it matters.

May Spotlight: Cultivating high-quality learning environments and experiences

· Raising the Bar: Evidence-based practices that are enhancing teaching and learning in EIPS

· Power of Kindness: Creating welcoming, inclusive, respectful and safe learning environments in schools

· Building Blocks: How effective planning, management and infrastructure are supporting learning

RELATED INFORMATION
EIPS Four-Year Education Plan: 2022-26
EIPS Three-Year Capital Plan: 2027-30