Sister Annata Brockman

Dear Sister Annata Brockman Families,

We have had much to celebrate this past month, including successful basketball and cheer seasons, our school band trip, and connecting with our families for the second Demonstration of Learning. We are very grateful to all our SAB staff, who provide these opportunities to students and families!

Looking forward, we are excited to engage with our SAB community at the next showing of Screenagers on April 15 and to celebrate our incredible music program with our Gr. 3-5 Spring Concert on April 28 and our Kindergarten – Gr. 2 concert on April 29. We look forward to sharing these evenings with our SAB families!

As Catholics, we are an Easter people. We look to Jesus, who suffered, died, and rose from the dead, in the hopes that we may rise to new life with Jesus and in Him. We wish you a blessed Easter, filled with love and hope.

Warm regards,
Alicia Fenton
Principal

Karoline Irlbacher

Elementary Assistant Principal

Katherine Stewart

Junior High Assistant Principal

March 28-April 6: Spring Break/Easter Break (No School)

April 7: Classes Resume
April 7: Easter Mass @ St. Thomas More Church @ 10:00 a.m.

April 15: Screenages @ SAB @

April 17: Hot Lunch Day (Order deadline is Sun, Mar 12)

April 27: Gr 9 Immunization Follow Up & Gr 1 Booster Shots
April 28: Gr 3-5 Spring Concert @ SAB @ 6:30 p.m.

April 29: Gr K-2 Spring Concert @ SAB @ 6:30 p.m.
May 1: Family Dance (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.

April 28: Grade 3-5 + Elementary Choir

April 29: K-2

Concerts will begin at 6:30 pm, and students are asked to arrive by 6:00 pm. Students are asked to dress in their Sunday best clothes (color does not matter). There is a limit of two seats per family at the concert due to capacity limits in our gymnasium. Two tickets will be sent home with students for the concert prior to April 28th. If you are unable to attend the concert, or have more than two individuals wanting to watch, you may attend our dress rehearsal in the gym at 1:00 pm on the day of your child's concert.

If you have any questions about our Spring Concerts, contact Mrs. MacDonald at the school.

• 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.

Greetings, Sister Annata Brockman Families!

Spring has nearly arrived, and with it, the days are getting longer and warmer! We hope your spring break was both wonderful and relaxing.

Throughout the month, students continued their Lenten journey that began on Ash Wednesday, growing in faith and reflection. Our Leadership Team also demonstrated the spirit of giving through the “Rock Your Socks” initiative, collecting socks for Sacred Heart Parish.

We were especially excited for our Grade 8 students as they participated in Father Michael Mireau Youth Day at St. Charles Catholic Parish in Edmonton. This inspiring event, themed “Serve Like a Superhero,” brings together thousands of Grade 8 students from the Edmonton Catholic School Division for a day of worship, reflection, and community, featuring keynote speaker Jesse Manibusan and a focus on using personal talents to serve others.

Looking ahead to April, we are excited to announce our Easter Mass celebration at St. Thomas More Parish. The entire school will be bused to the church in the afternoon on April 7, 2026, at 10:00 AM to celebrate together. We warmly invite our parents to join us. The church address is 210 Haddow Close.

Before Mass, students will participate in a reflective nature walk, giving thanks for God’s creation. During this time, they will offer tobacco and ashes to the earth, tobacco as a sacred symbol of gratitude and respect for the land, and ashes to mark the completion of their Lenten journey and the transition into Easter and spring. This experience will remind us of our deep connection to God, to creation, and to one another, as students observed signs of new life as symbols of Christ’s resurrection.

We are continuing to gather names of students who will be receiving sacraments throughout the year. A heartfelt thank you to those who have already shared details about their child’s sacramental milestones. This is a wonderful opportunity to support and encourage our students in their faith journey. 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 Junior High basketball program at Sister Annata Brockman Catholic School had an outstanding season in the Edmonton Catholic Schools Division II league. Both Senior Girls and Senior Boys teams represented SAB with pride, determination, and sportsmanship.

The Senior Girls went undefeated in the regular season and were crowned Division 2 City Champions, while also placing 3rd at the St. FX Tournament and 2nd at the Romero Roundball Tournament. The Senior Boys finished as Division 2 Semifinalists and earned 3rd at St. FX, 2nd at McCaffery Madness, and 1st at Romero Roundball.

These achievements reflect the athletes’ hard work and dedication. A special thank you goes to the coaching staff who supported and guided the teams: Coach Jarb, Mr. Lucas, and Coach Chino for the Senior Boys team, and Ms. Mastre, Ms. Mark, and Ms. Myrick for the Senior Girls team.

Our Junior Basketball development had a great time with their season for SAB. A special thanks to the senior boys for coaching the junior basketball program, and Mr. Lang for junior girls.

SAB Badminton will be starting up their games after Spring Break and competing until May 5th. Thank you to Mrs. Fenton, Mrs. Hulzenga, Ms. Sporns and Mr. Liam, best of luck on your season!

You are invited to a screening of this final documentary from the Screenagers Series. This documentary addresses the impact on mental health for children and teens of living in this digital age.

When: April 15th, 2026, from 6-7:30pm

Where: Sister Annata Brockman School

Who: This documentary is for parents or guardians of students in any grade but is especially relevant for grades 4-9.

Please note: No childcare will be provided.

RSVP here: RSVP-Screenagers The Next Chapter

Below is information from the press release for this documentary:

In Screenagers NEXT CHAPTER, we follow Delaney as she finds herself at a loss on how to help her own teens as they struggle with their emotional wellbeing. She sets out to understand these challenges in our current screen-filled society, and how we, as parents and educators, can empower teens to overcome mental health challenges and build emotional agility, communication savvy, and stress resilience.

We witness Delaney as she finds her way from ineffective parenting to much-improved strategies. We follow other personal stories of families from an array of backgrounds with a spectrum of emotional challenges. We also observe approaches in schools that provide strategies relevant beyond the classroom setting. Interwoven into the stories are surprising insights from brain researchers, psychologists, and thought leaders that reveal evidence-based ways to support mental wellness among our youth. The impact of social media and other screen time is incorporated in all the topics raised in Screenagers NEXT CHAPTER, how it may impact on our teens’ mental health, and what we can do to help foster youth in the face of struggles.

Facts from Screenagers NEXT CHAPTER include:

• Since 2011, there has been a 59% increase in teens reporting depressive symptoms
• Scientific data shows that 2+ hours a day on social media correlates with a higher chance of having unhappy feelings
• Teens say their main way of coping with stress is to turn to a screen—this is concerning for many reasons, and we need to ensure they have other coping skills
• Some schools are implementing innovative programs, such as wellness clubs, where teens teach their peers essential communication skills, like conflict resolution and relationship building
• State of the art therapies, including mindfulness, exposure therapy, and behavior activation, are being used to successfully treat anxiety and depression and yet many teens and adults don’t know that these proven interventions exist
• When teens suppress emotions, research shows it negatively impacts their schoolwork and other cognitive tasks
• Just like toddlers’ brains are primed to learn languages, teenage brains are primed for learning skills to navigate complicated emotions
• A recent study shows that when parents jump in, their stress goes down but their kid’s stress goes up
• Why it’s important to help teens get comfortable feeling uncomfortable
• Forward-thinking, concrete solutions for parents, counselors, and educators

Screenagers NEXT CHAPTER shows many ways parents, counselors, and educators can help teens build crucial skills for navigating stress, anxiety, and depression.

In celebration of International Women’s Day, over 50 students attended a special after-school event. It was a powerful and inspiring gathering that brought our community together.

We were honoured to welcome Mrs. Yu back to our school. She created a warm and inclusive space and began the event by leading a sharing circle. Students felt comfortable sharing, reflecting, and connecting with one another in a respectful and supportive environment. They had many meaningful ideas to contribute, and their voices were an important part of the experience.

Students also created encouraging quotes focused on belonging and what it means to be a good friend. Their thoughtful words served as powerful reminders of the importance of kindness, inclusion, and lifting one another up.

We want to say a big thank you to the Mental Health Champions group who led the quotes part of the event. They were so brave in front of so many peers and did an amazing job.

It was a truly special event that celebrated the strength of our community and the spirit of International Women’s Day.

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