October 30, 2026

• Oct. 30 - WBF Parent Association's Halloween Family Dance: 6:30-8:30 p.m.

NOVEMBER

• Nov. 4 - Spirit Day - Decades Day
• Nov. 4 - Early Out: Students Dismissed at 2:16 p.m.
• Nov. 5 - Remembrance Day Service: 10:45 a.m.
• Nov. 5 - Poppies for Peace Donations Accepted for the Royal Canadian Legion
• Nov. 5-11 - Veterans' Week
• Nov. 6 - Hot Lunch: Canadian Brewhouse
• Nov. 6 - Gr. 1-6 Earth Rangers Presentation: 1:15 p.m.
• Nov. 9-13 - NO SCHOOL: FALL BREAK (Schools Closed)
• Nov. 14-22 - Métis Week
• Nov. 16 - Classes Resume
• Nov. 16-20 - Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week
• Nov. 17 - Teen Mentoring Program Begins: 11:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m.
• Nov. 17 - School Council Meeting at 6:30 p.m. 2026-27 WBF Virtual Link
• Nov. 17 - Parent Association Meeting at 7:30 p.m. 2026-27 WBF Virtual Link
• Nov. 18 - Rock Your Socks, Mocs and Crocs Spirit Day

Our parent volunteers are looking forward to seeing everyone at the Halloween Dance tonight! 🎃

Please note that, due to fire code regulations, we have a limited capacity. As a result, there will only be a limited number of tickets available for purchase at the door. Once we reach our maximum capacity, we will not be able to admit any additional guests.

Thank you for your understanding and support! We can’t wait to celebrate Halloween with everyone!

Happy Halloween! 🎃

The Halloween Dance Committee

We're still looking for volunteers for the dance. Please sign up to volunteer for a quick shift if you're available: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0C45AAA729A0FC1-66752560-halloween#/

We are excited to welcome Earth Rangers for a special school-wide assembly on Friday, November 6, at 1:15 p.m.

Important Safety Information: The presentation includes flashing lights and light patterns that may trigger seizures in individuals with photosensitive epilepsy. If your child has a condition that may be affected by these lighting effects, please contact the school at 780-464-3330 before Friday, November 6, so we can plan accordingly.

On Thursday, November 5, our school community will gather to honour and remember the brave men and women who have served and sacrificed for our country. Families are warmly invited to join us in the school gym at 10:40 a.m. as we reflect on the importance of remembrance, gratitude and peace.

Students are welcome to wear their Cadets, Scouts or Guides uniforms, red clothing or Canadian-themed attire if they wish. We look forward to sharing this meaningful occasion with our Wolverine community.

Get ready to travel back in time! On Wednesday, November 4, we're celebrating Decades Day! Students and staff are invited to dress in styles inspired by their favourite decade—from the groovy '60s and disco '70s to the colourful '80s, cool '90s, and beyond!

Dig into your closets, get creative, and join us for a fun-filled spirit day celebrating fashion through the decades. Participation is optional, and there's no need to purchase anything new!

Our Terry Fox fundraising celebrations wrapped up with a splash (and quite a mess!) as some brave staff members took on the Mystery Bucket Challenge! Students cheered as buckets filled with water, pasta, flour and even milk were poured over staff members. Be sure to ask your child about the fun!

A heartfelt thank you to our Wolverine families for your generous donations and support of the Terry Fox Foundation. Together, we are making a difference in the fight against cancer!

We’re excited to be offering another Art Card Fundraiser this year! Your child will be creating a special piece of artwork that can be turned into a variety of keepsake items like cards, mugs, and more. Ordering information will be shared following Fall Break. Purchased items will be delivered to the school in time for Christmas!

Our Lost & Found is overflowing! Please take a moment to check the tables for any missing belongings. All unclaimed items will be donated after November 5, so be sure to have a look before then!

With the winter season almost here, the school has a few reminders for families:

• Ensure students have clothing appropriate for expected weather conditions.

• If weather conditions are bad enough to impact student transportation, Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) advises families directly, and posts updates on social media and eips.ca.

• Decisions regarding bus cancellations are guided by an EIPS administrative procedure that states, “school bus service may be suspended…when there is a forecast or current temperature of -40 C, including wind chill factor, in one or more regions.” Other reasons for suspending or delaying school bus services include adverse weather and poor road conditions.

• When school bus services are suspended, schools remain open to students.

For more information, contact EIPS Student Transportation at 780-417-8151.

Families of students in Grades 1–5 will receive their child's fall literacy and numeracy screening results next week. These results provide a snapshot of learning and help teachers identify strengths, areas for growth and opportunities for targeted instruction.

Screening results are one part of the overall picture of your child's learning and are considered alongside ongoing classroom assessments and observations. Students identified as requiring additional support will receive targeted, small-group instruction within the classroom.

As Parent-Teacher Interviews are scheduled for December, we are sharing these results before Fall Break to keep families informed. Students in the Connections program did not complete the screeners based on their individualized programming and will not receive a screening report.

If you have questions about your child's results, please contact their classroom teacher.

A tentative schedule of hot lunches can be found on our website. Hot Lunch orders can be placed using the Munch-a-lunch platform. If you are interested in volunteering for hot lunch, please sign up here!

• First time users of munchalunch: https://munchalunch.com/woodbridgefarms
• Returning users: https://munchalunch.com/login
• "Getting Started" guide: https://start.munchalunch.com

If you have any questions please email wbfpa.hotlunch@gmail.com.

On Wednesday, November 18, we're celebrating kindness, inclusion and the differences that make each of us unique! Students are invited to wear their favourite colourful socks, moccasins or Crocs as a fun way to show that while we may look different, we all belong. Together, let's spread kindness and support one another.

Looking for more information about keeping your child safe online? These Canadian resources offer practical tips:

• ProtectKidsOnline.ca – Age-specific online safety tips and guidance for parents.

• MediaSmarts – Helpful resources for navigating social media, online friendships, and digital citizenship.

• Parenting Youth Online – Short videos with practical suggestions for managing devices and supervising online activity.

Alberta Health Services is hosting a series of virtual caregiver information sessions focused on ways to support students’ mental health. The sessions are free and geared toward parents, caregivers, teachers and community members who want to learn more about challenges impacting children and adolescents. This November’s sessions are focused on understanding anxiety.

Visit Caregiver Education to see the monthly caregiver sessions.

This year's market will feature a fantastic selection of vendors from the Bev Facey community and across the surrounding area, offering unique finds, handmade goods, gifts, and plenty of inspiration for your holiday shopping list.

There will also be lots to enjoy throughout the day, including:

• Santa visits to add a little extra holiday magic!
• Face painting and glitter tattoos hosted by Bev Facey's Facey Leadership Initiative students.
• Gift basket raffles with exciting prizes to be won.
• Concession and café options, along with an afternoon barbecue.

Proceeds from table rentals and raffle ticket sales will be split between the Bev Facey Leadership Initiative (FLI) and the Strathcona Christmas Bureau. Your participation helps provide meaningful leadership opportunities for EIPS students while supporting local families during the holiday season.

Interested in Becoming a Vendor?

We are always excited to welcome new businesses, makers, and entrepreneurs to our Holiday Market! If you or someone you know is interested in booking a vendor space, we would love to hear from you. Please reach out to the emails below for more information and to receive the vendor registration form.

• Ashlyn Hodgson: ashlyn.hodgson@eips.ca
• Tanya Murphy: tanya.murphy@eips.ca

If your child will be absent or late, please notify the school using one of the following options:

• Email: WBFattendance@eips.ca as well as your child’s classroom teacher.

• Online: Complete the Report an Absence form on the school website.

• Phone: Call the school office at 780-464-3330 and leave a message.