Milo School News

As we move further into the final stretch of the school year, we want to remind students and families to dress appropriately for the changing weather. While many days are becoming quite hot, we still experience occasional cooler days. Please ensure students are prepared for both extremes by dressing in layers and wearing weather-appropriate clothing to stay comfortable throughout the day.

With swimming field trips approaching, students are required to bring proper swimwear. Please note that cotton t-shirts are not permitted in the pool for safety and hygiene reasons. Swimsuits should be brought on the scheduled swim days to ensure full participation in this important physical education component.

Provincial Achievement Tests (PATs) are currently being written by our Grade 6 and Grade 9 students. Attendance is critical for these students, as these assessments play a significant role in their academic progression. We ask all other students to be especially mindful of noise levels in the hallways during testing times to support a quiet, focused environment for those writing.

With just one month of learning remaining, we continue to emphasize the importance of staying focused in class. This is a valuable time for review, consolidation, and preparation for transitions to the next grade. We appreciate your support in encouraging students to make the most of each school day as we head toward the end of the academic year.

Dear Parents and Guardians,

I am writing to formally confirm my acceptance of the position as Acting Principal during Sara Woofenden’s maternity leave. I am honored to step into this role and support the school community during her time away.

To the parents of the students I currently teach, I want to say how much I will miss our daily classroom interactions. However, I’m happy to share that I will continue teaching science, which allows me to stay connected with students in a subject I love. I appreciate your understanding and support as I take on these new responsibilities.

I look forward to working closely with staff, students, and families to ensure a smooth and successful transition. Thank you for your partnership as I take on this role. I am committed to maintaining a positive and supportive environment for our students, staff, and families throughout this upcoming school year.

Sincerely,

Bernie Kirk

The 2024/25 Milo School Yearbook is heading to the printers. Now is your chance to secure a copy. All yearbooks must be pre-ordered by Tuesday, June 3rd. Payment of $30 can be made by cheque or cash or e-transfer: milo_eft@pallisersd.ab.ca

Students will be bringing home order forms or email: tammy.lahd@pallisersd.ab.ca to place an order.

As we head into field trip season please ensure that you are logging into Edsby and checking notifications for permission forms. All permission forms for upcoming trips will be found there. If you are having trouble logging in, or forgot your password please try the link below. (online version only). Please call the school if you need assistance.

https://pallisersd.edsby.com/

Thanks to Patrick and Robin Wiens for loaning us their rototiller and to Ms. Kirk for jumping in to get the garden beds tilled. Our 4/5/6 students did the planting with help from Mrs. Thompson and Ms. Kirk. We can't wait to watch it grow. Please contact Robin Wiens to sign up for the summer watering schedule.

It was a very exciting day for the students in 4/5/6 LA when their letters from Hogwarts arrived.

The grade 9 class chose to do a Fun Day Field Trip to celebrate the end of their time at Milo School. They traveled to Activate Calgary where they participated in active games and then went out for a yummy lunch. We will miss this awesome group of young people.

Parents, students, community members can purchase t-shirts, hats, jackets, hoodies, bags etc. with the Milo School logo with the link below. For every dollar spent the school gets 10% towards student clothing.

May 28 - Grade 6 English Language Arts Part A

June 2 - Grade 9 English Language Arts Part A

June 16 - Grade 6 & 9 English Language Arts Part B

June 17 - Grade 6 & 9 Math Part A

June 18 - Grade 6 & 9 Math Part B

June 19 - Grade 6 & 9 Social Studies

June 23 - Grade 9 Science

Thank you to Fred Duke for working so hard filling the holes in our soccer field and coaching/reffing/organizing soccer games with the students. The kids are having a blast and look forward to it each week.

Thank you to our plant sorting volunteers Tracy Mozill, Alison Collins and Mealane Deitz. It is a big job unloading and sorting all of the plants and they are all very knowledgeable and efficient, it couldn't be done without them.

June 3 - Swimming in Vulcan 1:00 pm

June 4 - Elementary Track Meet

June 11- Swimming in Vulcan 1:00 pm

June 12 - Last day of school for Kindergarten

June 23 - Lake Day (Canoe/Kayak)

June 25 - Last Day of School and Awards