September 11, 2026

SEPTEMBER

• Sept. 15 - School Council Meeting & Elections
• Sept. 16 - Early Dismissal 2:16 p.m.
• Sept. 21 - Picture Day: Fiddle Leaf Photography
• Sept. 23 - Terry Fox Run - Wear Red & White or Canadian Attire
• Sept. 23 - Early Dismissal 2:16 p.m.
• Sept. 28 - Oct. 2 - Truth and Reconciliation Week
• Sept. 29 - Orange Shirt Day at WBF
• Sept. 30 - Wolverine Wear Orders Due
• Sept. 30 - NO SCHOOL - National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

OCTOBER

• Oct. 2 - NO SCHOOL - Professional Learning Day
• Oct. 5 - World Educators Day
• Oct. 5 - Gr. 1-6 Bus Evacuation Drill
• Oct. 5 - Little Elk Island Adventure Kindergarten
• Oct. 5-9 - Read-In Week: Let Stories Soar!
• Oct. 7 - Early Dismissal - Spirit Day: Wear Letters or Words!
• Oct. 12 - NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Day
• Oct. 14/21/28 - Early Dismissal 2:16 p.m.

It is with both gratitude and sadness that we share that Mrs. Newton’s last day at Woodbridge Farms will be Friday, September 25 as she begins an exciting new chapter filled with travel and time with her family.

For many years, Mrs. Newton has been at the heart of our school. Through music, performances, celebrations and everyday moments, she has brought tremendous joy to our hallways and has had a lasting impact on generations of Wolverines. She is a beloved teacher and colleague, and we know she will be deeply missed by students, staff and families alike.

We are incredibly grateful for all Mrs. Newton has given to Woodbridge Farms and wish her and her family much happiness and adventure in the years ahead.

The process to fill the music teaching position is underway. Once staffing is finalized, we will share an update with families.

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.

EIPS has outlined rules about the use of personal mobile devices for each grade level in Administrative Procedure 145: Use of Personal Mobile Devices. Processes outlined within this AP are based on direction provided by the provincial government through Ministerial Order 014/2024: Standards for the Use of Personal Mobile Devices and Social Media in Schools. This includes the use of various electronic devices, including smartwatches and Meta glasses.

At Woodbridge Farms, students are not permitted to use personal devices such as cell phones and tablets during the school day or at school-sponsored activities (e.g., assemblies or field trips). Devices must remain stored out of sight in lockers and may not be kept in desks or on students’ person. Exceptions may be made for medical or inclusive educational needs with a plan developed by the home and school team.

Our goal is to support students in becoming responsible digital citizens. Through classroom learning, students will explore online safety and how to use technology productively and respectfully.

We encourage families to review our WBF Personal Mobile Device Policy with their child.

In 2026-27, Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) is piloting a new reporting scale for communicating elementary student achievement. Most recently, kindergarten to Grade 6 student achievement has been reported using a five-point scale. This year, the Division is piloting a new three-point scale for kindergarten to Grade 2 and a four-point scale for grades 3 to 6. The goals of the pilot are to provide useful, clear communication to parents and caregivers about their child’s progress, and provide a clear, consistent framework for teachers to use for assessment of student learning.

The draft achievement scales were developed based on teacher and administrator input, assessment research and reviews of best practices across Alberta, Canada and the world. However, it’s critical parents and caregivers feel confident about the reporting structure. Throughout the fall and winter, Division and school staff will share more information to introduce the new grade scales, collect initial feedback and answer questions through school council meetings, school interviews and school newsletters. The feedback collected will help EIPS revise the grading scales as needed, and opportunities for further feedback will be available later in the school year.

In 2026-27, Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) is piloting a new mechanism for families to have live, direct access to student assessment information for grades 1 to 6. Through the PowerTeacher Pro dashboard in the PowerSchool Parent Portal, parents and caregivers will be able to log in to see assessment information as it’s entered, rather than waiting for a report card. With this change, elementary schools will also shift to two formal report cards for grades 1 to 6 for the school year, rather than three.

Elementary schools will roll out the new approach in two groups. Woodbridge Farms Elementary is part of phase 2 and live access to student assessment information will be available starting in Semester 2.

Throughout Semester 1, you’ll continue receiving information about your child’s progress through existing methods of communication—including school interviews, which will still be conducted in the fall and spring, or individual teacher communication.

This new approach does not replace any existing methods of communicating student learning with families. Live access to student assessment information through the Parent Portal is just an additional way EIPS schools will communicate student learning for the coming year.

Throughout the fall, parents and caregivers are encouraged to log in to the PowerSchool Parent Portal, to ensure the login process works smoothly and to get familiar with the platform if you haven’t used it in the past. If you have any issues logging into your account, reach out to the school office.

Learn more about the changes

Fiddle Leaf Photography is excited to offer Fine Art School Portraits for your child(ren) again this year!

Your child will be photographed during their regular school day on Monday, September 21.

All details, including pricing information and FAQ can be found on the website. Please note that a small number of products reflect a temporary tariff adjustment this season. Pricing for a-la-carte prints and digital images is unaffected. If the tariffs are removed before your school galleries are released, we will automatically revert to the standard 2026 pricing.

This is a fundraiser for Woodbridge Farms Elementary. 10% of total sales from all orders will be returned to your school. Win/win!

Questions? Please email us directly at hello@fiddle-leaf.com.

We are looking forward to seeing your kids again this fall!

The 2026 WBF Wolverine Wear online shop is now open with a variety of Wolverine Wear available for students and families.

Orders can be placed until September 30. After this date, the online store will close and no additional orders can be accepted.

All items are custom-made, so please review the size charts provided with each item before ordering, as returns and refunds are not available.

📦 All orders will be delivered directly to the school for distribution.

On Wednesday, September 23, our school will proudly take part in the annual Terry Fox School Run. This event is a meaningful way for students, staff, and families to come together in the spirit of Terry’s legacy—showing courage, perseverance, and hope.

We encourage families to participate by supporting our fundraising efforts. Every donation, big or small, helps fund vital cancer research and brings us one step closer to Terry’s dream of a world without cancer.

👉 Click here to make your online donation.

Thank you for your support in keeping Terry’s dream alive!

Did you know each EIPS bus is equipped with video surveillance, and many school sites have video monitoring equipment?

Video surveillance and equipment help:

• ensure the safety of all students, staff, drivers and property; and
• discourage destructive acts.

As needed, EIPS school administration and Student Transportation staff review video recordings, in accordance with the Protection of Privacy Act. The recordings assist schools and the Division with monitoring student and driver conduct and may be used as evidence in a disciplinary matter.

For more information about the collection, use and disclosure of personal information, contact the EIPS Privacy Officer at 780-464-3477.

Wondering when and how to pay for school fees? School fee information for the 2026-27 school year will be posted on the PowerSchool Parent Portal in late September. All fees are due within 30 days of being posted. NOTE: Additional fees may be added throughout the year—for example, as your child takes part in various activities.

If you’re unable to pay your school fees, you can apply to have certain fees waived. The application deadline is Dec. 15, 2026.

For more information, visit the Fees page on our school website or contact the school office at 780-464-3330.

If you haven’t yet done so, be sure to complete the Correction and Verification Form—available through the PowerSchool Parent Portal—for each child in your family by 5 p.m. on September 25. The form includes annual declarations and consent collected for all students, even if none of your contact information is changing. Additional details are available on the Division website: Correction and Verification Forms. If you have any questions or issues accessing your Parent Portal account, reach out to the school office.