Panther News

Students in Kindergarten to Grade 12 will be able to access a PDF report card on the PS and Online Parents portal by Friday, June 27. Printed report cards will only be sent home for Kindergarten to Grade 3. To view your report card:

1. Login to the PowerSchool & Online Payments parent portal on the homepage of our website, https://bentley.wolfcreek.ab.ca/

2. Login using your username and password. If you are unsure of your username and password, please contact the school at 403-748-3770 to reset your password. Please note: the reset password link does not always work so please call if you do not receive the link to reset your password.

3. Choose a student from the tabs at the top of the page.

4. Choose student reports from the menu bar on the left hand side.

5. Find the report and click on the name.

6. View or print the report card from the next screen.

Students and parents in Gr. 4 - 12 can continue to access students' marks by logging into the PowerSchool and online payments online portal or by downloading the PowerSchool App. For detailed instructions on how parents and students in Gr. 10 - 12 can access marks anytime, anywhere - please follow this link. For detailed instruction how parents and students in Gr. 4 - 9 can access marks anytime, anywhere - please follow this link.

All marks and comments will be finalized by Friday, June 27.

Access to high school transcripts and diploma marks are available at: https://public.education.alberta.ca/PASI/myPass

If there are any factors you are aware of, such as an upcoming move, etc., please contact the school at 403-748-3770 or email us at bentley@wolfcreek.ab.ca so that we may keep an accurate count for next year.

Watch for returning student registration information that will be emailed out to parents on August 20. These forms are mandatory by AB Education and must be completed by the deadline. Parents will be able to login to PS on August 25 to see their childs classes and teachers for next year.

All outstanding school fees are required to be paid by the end of June. Any outstanding school fees will roll over into next year. Any credits from this year's school fees will remain in your account and roll over into next year.

A number of field trips are scheduled for June. Permissions forms will be online and must be completed with payment in addition to any outstanding school fees. If you need assistance completing forms or paying these fees, please contact the school office at (403) 748-3770.

Friday, June 6 will be students last day to check out any new books from the library. Notices will be going home to students that still have library books out the week of June 16 requesting that all books be returned by Thursday, June 19. All items not returned at the end of the school year maybe be subject to a replacement fee.

Lost and found items will be on display during the elementary track and field day and during our year end assembly. Please stop by to see if you are missing any items. All unclaimed items will be donated to the Bentley Boutique at the end of the year.

Yearbooks for 2024-2025 will be handed out in September. All jr and sr high students will receive a yearbook as part of their yearly school fees. If you do not wish to receive the yearbook, please call the school to have the fee removed. If fees aren't paid by Friday, June 20, you won't receive a yearbook. Elementary students have the option to purchase if they choose on their PowerSchool and Online Payments parent portal. Deadline to order is Friday, June 20.

Elementary students will be participating in track and field day on Thursday, June 5. Please note there is no concession on site the day of the event. Thank you to the Parent Council for preparing the BBQ lunch for students that pre-ordered. Children should dress appropriately, wear a hat, have a water bottle, sunscreen and bug spray. Parents are welcome to come and watch and cheer on the upcoming athletes! If you signed up to volunteer, all volunteers must complete the volunteer application forms available on the website at: https://bentley.wolfcreek.ab.ca/parents/volunteer-information

Our drama students are excited to showcase their talents in “Ax of Murder” on Thursday, June 12 at 7 p.m. and Friday, June 13 at 7 p.m. in the High School gym. Tickets are $15 and include a complimentary treat. Tickets are on sale via the PS and Online Payments Parent Portal.

Everyone’s heard of a haunted house — even a haunted theater. But a haunted play? When a theater troupe reads a cursed script, strange things start happening: eerie coincidences, disappearing weapons, and even murder — with no clear culprit. Is it the work of a ghost? Full of twists, turns, and surprises around every corner, Ax of Murder will keep you guessing until the very end!

Exams for Grade 7 & 8 start Thursday, June 19. Regular classes and study sessions are in the morning, followed by exams in the afternoon. Students are not permitted to leave following their exam.

Gr. 9 exam week is June 20 - 25. Study sessions are mandatory to attend! Students may leave after their exam is finished.

Gr. 10 - 12 exam week is June 20 - 25. Study sessions are mandatory to attend. Students may leave after their exam is finished.

The Class of 2025 Graduation Ceremony is just around the corner! Join us in celebrating this exciting milestone on June 21 at 7:00 PM at the Bentley Ag Centre. Everyone is welcome to attend this special ceremony. Come support our graduates as they take the next step in their journey — we look forward to seeing you there! 🎓

Our school breakfast program is looking for two volunteers to help make toast starting in September. No experience needed — training will be provided!

We’re currently looking for two people to fill the following spots:

• Tuesdays, every second week (7:00–8:30 AM)

• Wednesdays on a rotating schedule one month on, one month off alternating through the school year (7:00–8:30 AM)

We’re also building a list of substitute Toast Grannies to step in when one of our regulars can’t make it. The program runs Monday through Thursday each week.

We would love you to join our team of "Toast Grannies!" Contact Lorna Landry at stnlndry@shaw.ca if you are interesed.

The grade 3/4 music class is looking for old drumsticks! If you have any, please donate them to our school. If you don't have drumsticks but would still like to help us out, 1/2-inch dowels cut into 16-inch pieces work great, too! Thanks for supporting the arts!

Congratulations! We are so excited to announce that Bentley School has placed on our “Top 50 Alberta Terry Fox Fundraisers of 2024” list. To help celebrate your amazing achievement, we are providing you with a digital Top Fundraiser Badge! We hope that you are as proud as we are and want to share the good news with everyone by posting this badge on your school website and social media channels. May it serve as a reminder of the unwavering commitment and passion your school has demonstrated in the fight against cancer.

When Terry set out, 45 years ago, he could have never had imagined that his torch would have been carried by so many future generations. We are so grateful to you for making sure that the flame stays lit and Terry’s passion to help those with cancer continues. We can’t thank you enough for your continued support and we look forward to working with you in 2025 for the 45th anniversary year!

Help us celebrate the last day of school in tropical style with Hawaiian Day on Thursday, June 26! It’s our big summer send-off, and we want to see everyone dressed in their best tropical attire — think bright colors, floral prints, leis, and sunshine vibes. Let’s make the last day of school a fun, festive farewell to an amazing year! 🌴🌞

Bentley School is so grateful for the incredible support of our volunteers throughout the year! We would love to recognize and celebrate you at our Year End Assembly on Thursday, June 26 at 1:15 PM in the elementary gym. Whether you helped in the classroom, with events, or supported our programs behind the scenes — we appreciate you! Please RSVP to bentley@wolfcreek.ab.ca. We hope to see you there!

Watch for Kindergarten and Bright Futures Play Academy information packages in June that will be emailed to all registered students! Kindergarten students for 2025-26 please see this important reminder from AHS in regards to immunizations.

Pay your school fees online:

Step 1: https://bentley.wolfcreek.ab.ca

Step 2: Click on PowerSchool & Online Payment

Step 3: Sign in using your PowerSchool username & password

Step 4: Under the Menu tab, click on the School Fee icon

Step 5: Add fees to cart and make payment

We accept cash, cheques (payable to Wolf Creek Public School), online and debit machine located at the high school office.

Base Fees:

Kindergarten: $100 (includes $60 school fee, $40 technology fee )

Gr 1-6: $40 ($40 technology fee)

Gr 7-8: $120 ($40 option fee, $30 yearbook fee, $40 technology fee, $10 student wellness fee)

Gr 9-10: $160 ($80 option fee, $30 yearbook, $40 technology fee, $10 student wellness) + Additional fees

Gr 11: $80 ($30 yearbook, $40 technology fee, $10 student wellness) + Additional Fees

Gr 12: $80 ($30 yearbook, $40 technology, $10 student wellness) + Additional Fees + Grad Fee TBA

Additional Course Fees for High School:

(these fees will be added to base fee if your child is taking one of these courses)

Gr 10-12

PE: 10/20/30: $40

Math & Physics Consumables: $35

Foods: $50

Woods: $50

Guitar: $25

Additional fees may be added through out the year to cover the cost of field trips, swimming lessons, sports fees or clubs.

Course Fee Breakdown:

Technology Fee: helps to pay for the mulitiple website and online platform licensing fees

Option Fee: pays for the supplies that are incurred in your child's option class

Student Wellness: pays for guest speakers, school activities supplies, Terry Fox turkey's, etc

Your teachers at Bentley School are excited to offer the opportunity to purchase your school supplies through School Start for the 2025-2026 school year. This process will save you both time and money.

Below are specific grade level supply lists.

• The lists have a Starter Package (base package) as well as Additional Items Required. The additional items are required by each teacher; they include items such as pencil cases, sharpeners, and calculators. These products do not need to be purchased on a year-to-year basis if you already have them.

There are three ways to place your order:

1. you can place your order online at https://schoolstart.ca/

2. You can place your order over the phone 1-800-580-1868

3. You can print and fill out the supply list and return via email to info@schoolstart.ca

The supplies will be packaged and delivered directly to your home (or to your school before school starts) if this is your school's preference.

If you have any questions, please contact School Start’s Customer Service Department: Email: info@schoolstart.ca | Phone: 1-800-580-1868

Parents please note:

Phone calculators are not acceptable.

Junior high and high school students taking Math 10-3, 20-3 or 30-3, require a scientific calculator.

High School students that are taking Math 10C, Math 20-1, 20-2, 30-1, 30-2 or 31, require a Texas Instrument graphing calculator (TI-83, TI-83 Plus, TI-84, TI-84 Plus, or TI-84 Plus CE)

Chromebooks:
Jr and sr high students require a chromebook. We have very limited supply of chromebooks available for student use - only 5 in the high school and 15 in the junior high. For more details on Chromebook Purchasing Options for Parents, please visit this document or refer to the Wolf Tech Always Learning for things you need to be aware of when purchasing a chromebook.

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• Grade 7/8

• Grade 9 - 12

Tools for School funding through FCSS will not be available in the Bentley community for the upcoming school year. To continue supporting students in need, we’ve partnered with the Town of Bentley to launch a Back-to-School Supply Drive. This initiative will help ensure all students have the supplies they need to start the year off right. Donations will be accepted throughout July and August at the Town Office in Bentley between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Wolf Creek is once again offering Summer School for students finishing Grade 9 through Grade 12. This is a great opportunity for students to upgrade, recover, or get ahead in their coursework before the next school year. Classes will run in-person at Lacombe Composite High School from July 2 to August 6, with instruction from 9:00am to 3:00pm daily. Most students can take one course, with the possibility of a second if time allows. The cost is $65 per course for Wolf Creek students.

Registration is open until June 20, but space is limited—early registration is recommended. For more information or to register, visit summer.wolfcreek.ab.ca or email summerschool@wolfcreek.ab.ca.

August 2025 diploma exam dates for summer school.

Wolf Creek Summer School is excited to offer Chrome Academy, running from July 2 to August 1, 2025—a fantastic opportunity for students entering Grade 10 to get a head start on high school and earn their very own Chromebook!

What is Chrome Academy?
This free program allows students to:

• Complete high school credit courses (1 credit each)

• Learn valuable digital and communication skills

• Work independently from home or access in-person help at Lacombe Composite High School

Courses Offered Include:

• eLearning and Learning Management

• Word Processing, Spreadsheets, and Presentations

• Online Safety, Searching, and Communication Skills

To earn a Chromebook, students must complete all course modules with a mark of 60% or higher. Partial completion will still result in credit but not the Chromebook.

Important Notes:

• 📅 Registration closes Friday, June 20, 2025

• 💻 Spots are limited – early sign-up is encouraged!

• ✅ There are no fees to participate!

Don't miss this chance to get ahead and earn your own Chromebook!
Register now by scanning the QR code or email summerschool@wolfcreek.ab.ca.
Questions? Call (403) 783-8726 ext. 1350.

Wolf Creek Public Schools is once again offering Diploma Exam Prep Sessions this June to help students boost their confidence and performance on their upcoming diploma exams!

Courses are held at Lacombe Composite High School and cover key subjects including:

• Social 30-1/2 & Math 30-1

• Math 30-1/30-2 & Bio 30

• Chemistry 30

These sessions are taught by experienced diploma exam instructors and include concept reviews, practice exams, and personalized feedback.

Session Dates Begin:

• June 6–8 for Social and Math

• June 13–15 for Math and Bio

• June 20–22 for Chemistry

Free for all Wolf Creek students!
Register by Friday, May 30 using the QR code or this link: http://bit.ly/WolfCreekRTD

Give yourself a final boost before exams—spaces are limited, so don’t wait to sign up!

Bentley School’s BFPA Preschool Program is accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year! 🏫✨

✅ For children aged 3 or 4 (by Dec. 31)
✅ Half-day programming, two mornings per week
✅ Led by certified teachers with small class sizes
✅ Play-based learning to support literacy, creativity, and social-emotional growth
✅ Access to speech therapy, occupational therapy, and more

💰 Fees: $150 enrollment + $1350 tuition
🚗 Parents responsible for transportation

📅 Apply early—spots fill fast!
📍 Register through the Parent Portal or contact Bentley School at 403-748-3770 or for more information visit: Bright Futures Play Academy.

Is your child turning 5 by December 31, 2025? It’s time to register for Bentley School’s 2025-26 Kindergarten Program! 🎉🏫

✅ Two full days per week
✅ Rural students eligible for busing
✅ Register by March 31 to assist with program planning

📍 Register online: bentley.wolfcreek.ab.ca/registration
📞 Questions? Call 403-748-3770

Students who live in the country and are NEW to busing OR have moved to a new rural location are required to apply for busing. All rural Kindergarten students must be registered to ride the bus.

Congratulations to Beck for being selected rider of the month and winner of a 6" sub! Way to go!

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