January Newsletter

As I prepare to conclude my time as Principal, I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude to you and your children. It has been a true privilege to serve this remarkable school.

Together, we have navigated challenges, celebrated milestones, and watched our students grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Your trust, partnership, and support have been essential to our shared success. The strength of this school has always come from the close connection and communication between home and school, and I am incredibly proud of what we have accomplished together.

I will carry with me many fond memories—moments of joy in classrooms, at extracurricular activities, at performances, and during school events. Most of all, I will remember the resilience, kindness, and enthusiasm of our students, who inspire me every day.

While this is a farewell, it is also a celebration of a thriving school that will continue to grow and flourish. I am confident that the staff and leadership will continue to make decisions that will nurture a safe, caring, and engaging learning environment for all students.

Mr. Nickel has been an unbelievable Admin partner for the past three and a half years and I am proud to know he will be the Acting Principal. He is incredibly compassionate, collaborative and solution-based. CHSPS is in very good hands.

Thank you for allowing me to be part of your children’s educational journey. It has been an honor to serve as Principal at CHSPS for the past four and a half years and as Administrator for a combined six and a half years, and I will always hold this school close to my heart.

Health and wellness,

Mr. Cowan

The land on which we gather, traditionally known as Asiniskaw Sipisis (Stoney Creek), is Treaty 6 Territory (traditional meeting ground for many Indigenous peoples). The land provided a traveling route and home to the Maskwacis Nêhiyawak, Nakoda, Tsuut’ina Nations, the Métis, and other Indigenous peoples. Their spiritual and practical relationships to the land create a rich heritage for our learning and our life.

January 13th- Hot Lunch-Kong Pizza

January 29th- Last Day of Semester 1

January 30th- PD Day/No School for Students

February 2-4- Sr. High Ski Trip

February 5th- Grade 4-9 Skiing at Alliance Valley Ski Hill

February 12th/13th- Teachers Convention (Schools Closed)

Ordering is open now until Friday January 16th with payment due no later than January 20th at 6pm!

Hot Lunch Ordering

Jan. 9th- Dress Like a Teacher Day

Feb. 6th- PJ Day

March 6th- Western Day

April 10th- Twin Day

May 8th- Anything But a Backpack

June 4th- Anything But a Water Bottle

On December 19th, CHSPS elementary students enjoyed milk and cookies provided by a generous donor. Thank you!

Mini Dunkers (basketball) is open to Grade 5 & 6 students, practices will run Tuesdays from 3:30pm-4:30pm.

Our JH/SH Archery is in full swing. Practice's continue on Monday's afterschool 3:30pm-4:30pm. Reminder of a few upcoming tournaments- Stettler February 6th & 7th and Castor February 13th & 14th.

Concession is open every day at lunch! Pizza Pops, Mr Noodles, and Kraft Dinner are only available to Grades 7-12. Sandwiches and wraps while supplies last each week so it is a good idea for your child to have a backup idea.

1. Reporting an Absence

To report your students absence please send an email to chsps-aa@brsd.ab.ca

2. Private Vehicle Transportation for School Events

In order to transport other students in your vehicle for school events you must be an approved driver. Forms are available on our website.

Those who were approved for the 2024-2025 school year are no longer approved to drive in 2026. You should have received an email to resubmit your paperwork for 2026 approval.

3. School Fees

School fees are payable online using VISA DEBIT or MASTERCARD. To add a student to your account you will need their student number which is found on the statement.

4. Student Re-Enrollment and Verification Forms

The form 2025-2026 Student Re-Enrollment and Verification(320-1) form have been assigned and you should have received an email. Please sign in to the PowerSchool portal and then click the link to SchoolEngage, please note the form must be completed on a web browser on a phone, tablet, or computer, the PowerSchool App does not have form capability. Your username is your Firstname.Lastname If you have any questions, please call the office or send us an email (chsps-aa@brsd.ab.ca).