Sister Annata Brockman

Dear Sister Annata Brockman Families,

In May, we celebrate mothers. We are very grateful for all mothers, as well as those who provide the love and care of a mother. We also celebrate our Blessed Mother Mary. We keep in mind the gentle, loving kindness of Mary, and with Mary as our guide, we too practice being courageous, loving, and kind.

As we reflect on the past week, we are filled with gratitude for the beautiful elementary spring concerts on the theme, All Things Bright and Beautiful. Our students did an outstanding job! We recognize the effort that went into planning such concerts, and we appreciate the immense talents of Mrs. MacDonald. Next week, we look forward to our grade 6 and Junior High concert.

Looking ahead, we are excited for our upcoming Family Dance on Friday, May 1. Thank you to our School Advisory Council for organizing this fun event!

As we welcome spring and the warm weather it brings, we are guided by hope, kindness, and renewal that the season offers. With longer days and more sunshine, it’s a perfect time to spend outdoors with family and friends.

Wishing you all a blessed and joyful month of May!

Warm regards,
Alicia Fenton
Principal

Karoline Irlbacher

Elementary Assistant Principal

Katherine Stewart

Junior High Assistant Principal

May 1: Family Dance

May 6: Gr. 6 & JH Spring Concert

May 7: JH Track & Field Day

May 7: Hot Lunch Day (Order deadline is Sun, May 3)
May 7: SAB Pride (Wear black and red to show your SAB Pride)

May 14: JH Musical Performance @ 7:00 p.m. (Tickets for sale through Parent PowerSchool)
May 15-18: Victoria Day Long Weekend (No School)

May 21: ELA 9 Part A PAT
May 22: ELA 6 Part A PAT
May 27: Immunizations
June 4: Grade 9 Farewell (more info to come)

Please visit our website for our most comprehensive calendar.

Registration for the 2026-2027 school year is open for new students. Please visit our registration page for more information about registering new students.

• Clothing: Dress children in layers to accommodate fluctuating temperatures—mornings can be cold, while afternoons are warm.
• Outdoor Gear: Send rain boots, rain jackets, and rain pants to allow for safe outdoor play in muddy or wet conditions.
• Extra Clothes: Pack an extra set of clothing (socks, pants) in school bags as children often get wet or muddy.
• Health: Be aware of increased pollen levels and check for cold/flu symptoms, ensuring children have proper sun protection (hats, sunscreen) as the sun gets stronger.
• Safety Procedures: The school will follow strict procedures during severe weather warnings (e.g., thunderstorms, strong winds), including keeping students indoors.

SAB Junior High Badminton Team Shines

April has been a busy and exciting month for our SAB Junior High Badminton team! As the ECSD regular season comes to a close, our athletes are eagerly awaiting news about qualifying for the City Finals, taking place on Tuesday, May 5th at Holy Trinity High School.

We’re incredibly proud to share that our team had a fantastic showing at the St. Oscar Romero Tournament this past weekend as well!

Congratulations to all our players for their dedication and sportsmanship, with special recognition to:
🏅Girls Doubles – Gold Medalists
👏Girls Singles and Mixed Doubles – Team Quarterfinalists

A heartfelt thank you to Mrs. Fenton, Mrs. Hulzenga, Mrs. Sporns, and Mr. Liam for their outstanding leadership and support throughout the season!

Get Ready for Track Day!

To help our Junior High students prepare for the upcoming ECSD Zone Track & Field Meet on May 28th, SAB is thrilled to announce our annual Track Day, taking place on Friday, May 8th! This exciting day will give students the chance to enjoy the outdoors while participating in three track events and three field events. It’s a fun and active way for them to explore different events, discover their strengths, and enjoy some friendly competition with their peers.

We’re looking forward to a day full of energy, encouragement, and school spirit! More information will be shared soon and posted to your child’s Google Classroom.

Christ is Risen! He is Truly Risen!

Blessings to all SAB families! We hope your spring is off to a wonderful start and that your Easter was filled with joy, renewal, and time with loved ones.

This April, our Easter celebration was especially meaningful as both our Elementary and Junior High students gathered together for Mass at St. Thomas More Parish. Before Mass, we took part in a nature walk, an opportunity to reflect and give thanks for God’s creation. During this time, we offered both tobacco and ashes to the earth. Tobacco, a sacred gift from the Earth, we give as a sign of gratitude and respect, honoring the land, our ancestors, and the sacred cycle of life. The ashes, which marked the beginning of our Lenten journey, were offered to symbolize its completion and the joyful transition into Easter, and spring.

These offerings reminded us that we are deeply connected, to God, to creation, and to one another. As we walked, we noticed signs of new life all around us: budding trees, singing birds, and the warming earth. These are more than signs of spring, they are reminders of Christ’s resurrection and the new life He brings.

The music, readings, and our students were all wonderful in their participation in the mass. A special thank you to Mrs. MacDonald, Mr. Meagher, for leading the music ministry and Mrs. Youn, Ms. Yeomans, and Mr. Meagher for preparing the readers and our reflective pre-activity. It was a beautiful expression of our shared faith and community spirit.

If your child is receiving a sacrament this year, please fill out the following form with your child’s name and any photos from the sacrament, so we can celebrate this special achievement later in the year.

pax Christi vobiscum!

Daniel Moisan

SAB Chaplain

The Grade 5’s raised $465.00 for the Mustard Seed. With the donations, they assembled 195 breakfast bags. Each bag consisted of oatmeal, sugar packs, creamer, spoons, juice and applesauce. We are overwhelmed by the generous monetary donations and assistance assembling the breakfast bags from our Grade 5 community!

Mabuhay, Parents and Guardians,

Sister Annata Brockman will be celebrating our annual Filipino Language and Culture Day in honor of the 128th Philippine Independence Day. As one of the schools in Edmonton offering Filipino Language and Culture classes, our students have been preparing special performances since March, showcasing the rich arts, culture, and heritage of the Philippines through both traditional and modern music.

The celebration will take place on Wednesday, June 16 at 1:00 PM on the school tarmac. We encourage families to bring blankets or lawn chairs for seating.

As part of our school tradition, students will also have the opportunity to enjoy classic Filipino dishes in their classrooms. To support our eco-friendly efforts, please have your child bring a small container (tupperware) and reusable cutlery.

We look forward to celebrating with you and continuing to honor the diversity of our school community.

Maraming salamat!

Filipino Language and Culture Club Committee

Math Marvels is back and off to a powerful start! This year, our team has jumped straight into the world of Numero, sharpening their skills and uncovering the power behind every calculation. Our Math Superheroes are working quickly and strategically as they tackle new challenges and build confidence with numbers. It’s been an exciting start, and there’s plenty more to come as our Math Marvels continue to grow and level up their skills!

Dear Parents/Guardians,

Our next school advisory and council meeting will be held on May 12 at 6:00pm. It will be held at Sister Annata Brockman school. An agenda will be sent out prior to this meeting. The meeting will only address items that are on the agenda, so if you would like to add an item, please email me as soon as possible. We would love to see Parents/Guardians at the meeting to share their opinions and feedback on agenda topics.

Sincerely,

Nancy Brennan

Sister Annata Brockman

School Advisory Society and Council Chair

Nancybrennan11@outlook.com

We would like to remind families that school fees support many of the programs, resources, and opportunities that enrich student learning at Sister Annata Brockman. At this time, a number of accounts still have outstanding balances.

We understand that financial circumstances can vary, and we are committed to working with families who may be experiencing challenges. If you require assistance, please contact the school office so we can support you.

We kindly ask that any outstanding fees be addressed as soon as possible. Your cooperation helps ensure that we can continue to provide high-quality programming for all students.

If your child is going to be absent or late, please report it to the school by using SchoolMessenger or calling the school at 780-444-0250 and press 1. Please do not e-mail the absence to our general e-mail account. If you fail to report it, an automated phone system will call you until you are contacted. Your contact information is critical. Please keep it updated through the year.

SchoolMessenger

Edmonton Catholic Schools is using a program called SchoolMessenger to send out school emails, phone calls, and texts. Not only is SchoolMessenger an easy way to report your child's absences, but you can also find all of the previous emails stored there in case you accidently delete one.

1. Log into Parent PowerSchool using your existing account.
2. Click on the SchoolMessenger Icon on the left-hand menu to sign into the SchoolMessenger website.
3. Select the Attendance Menu to Report an Absence or Inbox to view previous emails, texts, or phone calls.
   

There is also a SchoolMessenger app that can be downloaded through your phone's app store.

For any issues with the busses, please contact Transportation Services at 780-441-6078. Hours: 7:15am-5:00pm. The sooner they are aware of an issue, the sooner it can be resolved.

Bus Delay Notifications

Transportation Services sends late bus notifications via the Division website and BusPlanner Delays App. The App is available for both Android and iPhone.

1) Download the free BusPlanner Delays App through the respective App Store on your phone.

2) Open the App, select the wrench at the top, select Edmonton Catholic Schools, and click next.

3) For alerts, select “My Child’s Bus.”

4) Select the school(s) you would like to receive notifications and click “+” after selecting each

school. Once you finish selecting schools, click “Next.”

5) Select the applicable bus route(s) and click “+.” If you wish to receive notifications for more than one route, repeat the process for each bus route. Once you finish, click “Done,” and the App will return to the main screen.

6) Please make sure notifications for the BusPlanner Delays App are turned on within your phone settings. Also, please ensure your phone software is up to date. Note: Data usage and rates will occur while using the BusPlanner Delays App.

If you drive your children to and from school, please remember to drop them off and pick them up safely. When using the drive through, it is important for all drivers to adhere to the following expectations:

• Vehicles should enter the drive through in one lane and stay in the lane closest to the curb. Once students have been dropped off, the vehicles may then enter the left lane to exit the drive through.
• The drop off area is strictly for quickly dropping students off and exiting the drive through. Vehicles are not to be left unattended.
• When dropping students off, vehicles must proceed to the front of the drive through. This allows additional vehicles to enter the drive through. When vehicles stop in the entrance or by the front door, this prevents vehicles from entering and slows the traffic flow.
• Vehicles must drive slowly through the drive through and follow the expected school zone speed limit of 30 km/h while driving in the neighborhood.
• The south staff parking lot is for staff only.
• Vehicles must turn right when exiting the drive through.

Please choose safety over convenience. Thank you!

Parents looking to volunteer for upcoming field trips in K - 9, please call the office to add your name to our volunteer list. If you have updated Police or Intervention Record Checks, please email them to samah.kassab@ecsd.net.

SAB spirit wear is now available through our online Entripy Shop.

Browse a wide selection of products from top brands and customize them with our school logos and graphics. Show your pride with fantastic apparel designed entirely by you. Our online store is open 24/7, with no minimum order quantities, so students, parents, fans, and staff can order what they need anytime. Plus, 10% of all net sales are returned to the school to support students at Sister Annata Brockman.

Visit our store here: https://sisterannatabrockman.entripyshops.com/

*Please note that this online store is not managed by Sister Annata Brockman staff*

Website: sisterannatabrockman.ecsd.net

Phone: (780) 444-0250

355 Hemingway Road, NW

Edmonton, AB

T6M 0L7