Eagle's Eye
Week of April 27 to April 30
Important Announcement
Please remember that the playground behind the school is designed for younger children. Students from our school should not be using this playground during the school day or at lunch.
THIS WEEK
Tues/Wed - Read the chapter as a class
Thursday - Class discussion questions
Friday - Guided prayer prompt
Eagle's Nest meals are $6 each, or you can purchase a 5-meal punch pass for just $25. Punch cards are available to purchase at the office. Exact change and card is accepted.
Monday, April 27 (Day 2)
- Taco in a Bag
- Chicken Club or Greek Chicken Wrap
Wednesday, April 29 (Day 2)
- Grilled Cheese or BLT Sandwich with Soup
Thursday, April 30 (Day 1)
- Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl or Butter Chicken with Naan
Friday, May 1
- PL DAY - NO SCHOOL
Upcoming events and important dates:
- April 28: New Student Orientation
- April 29: Early Dismissal
- May 1: PL Day, No School
- May 4: School-Wide Frozen Show (12:45) / Jr. High Film Festival / School Council AGM
- May 6: Early Dismissal
- May 12: Jr. High Track & Field Day
- May 12 to 15: High School Band Trip
- May 13: Early Dismissal
- May 18: Victoria Day, No School
- May 20: Grade 8/9 Provincial Band Festival / Early Dismissal
- May 21: Grade 10/11 Retreat / Sr. High Film Festival
- May 22: Chapel
- May 27: Early Dismissal
- May 28: Grade 9 Retreat / Grad Rehearsal
- May 29: Graduation
(Click the graphic to purchase tickets)
ORDER YOUR YEARBOOK TODAY!
No late orders will be accepted at the school.
🍕 Family Pizza Night – Every Last Sunday of the Month! 🍕
Make the last Sunday of each month a special one! Join us for Family Pizza Night and help support our Leadership 9 class as we fundraise (PAPA JOHNS) for our program and upcoming trip.
It’s simple:
âś… Order your favorite pizza using the code below
âś… Enjoy a fun meal with family and friends
âś… Support our students at the same time!
This isn’t just about pizza—it’s about community. Invite your friends, family, and neighbors to take part too. The more people order, the more support we raise together.
đź“… Mark your calendars: every last Sunday of the month for the whole school year!
📲 Share the code far and wide—every order counts!
Use this code at checkout: [SCA15]
Thank you for making a difference, one slice at a time!
OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS
NAIT School of Energy and Natural Resources Camp May 5 to 7
WHAT STUDENTS GET
âś” Try 2 programs in one day
âś” Work in real labs and classrooms
âś” Use real equipment
âś” Meet instructors and explore careers
âś” Free lunch included
DETAILS
• Open to Grade 10 to 12 students
• Choose ONE day: May 5, 6, or 7
• 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
• NAIT Main Campus
Spots are limited
Students can email charlenep@nait.ca to sign up
Junior High Athletics
Track and Field
Our next major activity is Track and Field. Throughout this month, students will begin working on various track events during P.E. classes, weather permitting.
Our school’s annual Track Day is scheduled for May 12th at Strathcona Athletic Park. Prior to this event, a letter and volunteer form will be sent home. Students will also select their events during class time.
Track Day also serves as an opportunity to identify students who may be interested in joining the Junior High Track Team.
Golf
Junior High Golf is scheduled for June 1st, 2026 at Fort-in-View Golf Course. This is an interest-based sport, meaning there are no tryouts. Students must have their own clubs and be prepared to participate as part of a team.
I have already begun compiling a list of interested students. If your son or daughter would like to participate, please have them come speak with me as soon as possible.
Athletics Awards Night
Our Athletics Awards Night will take place on June 8th, 2026. Parents/guardians of students receiving awards will be contacted by email in advance.
Thank you very much for your continued support of our athletics programs. If you have any questions or need further information, please don’t hesitate to contact me at symonds.botchey@eips.ca.
FROM EIPS
THANK YOU! Bus Driver Appreciation Day is May 4
Join us on May 4 as we recognize and thank our school bus operators for keeping the safety of our students their first priority. We encourage you, and your children, to take a moment to say thanks to our bus operators—who go above and beyond to provide safe and timely transportation to our students.
On behalf of Strathcona Christian Academy Secondary THANK YOU to all of our school bus operators for a job well done.
EIPS Annual Education Results Report
Every year, Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) publishes an Annual Education Results Report, which outlines the Division’s Four-Year Education Plan, growth opportunities and how it supports students in achieving the best possible outcomes. Read through this year’s EIPS Annual Education Results Report and discover how EIPS fosters learning environments for all students to learn, grow and thrive—and why it matters.
May Spotlight: Cultivating high-quality learning environments and experiences
Raising the Bar: Evidence-based practices that are enhancing teaching and learning in EIPS
Power of Kindness: Creating welcoming, inclusive, respectful and safe learning environments in schools
Building Blocks: How effective planning, management and infrastructure are supporting learning
RELATED INFORMATION
EIPS Four-Year Education Plan: 2022-26
EIPS Three-Year Capital Plan: 2027-30
Diploma Exam Prep
Registration is now open for the upcoming Diploma Exam Prep courses to help students prepare for their exams in June. The material presented is based on a 12-hour schedule over one weekend. Courses will run from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day with a half-hour break for lunch and will take place at Salisbury Composite High in Sherwood Park. Students can only register for one review course each weekend.
May 30 and 31
English 30-1, Social Studies 30-1, Math 30-1 or Math 30-2
Registration deadline: May 29 at noon
June 6 and 7
English 30-1, Social Studies 30-1, Math 30-1 or Math 30-2 (repeat sessions)
Registration deadline: June 5 at noon
June 13 and 14
Biology 30, Chemistry 30 or Intermediate First Aid
Registration deadline: June 12 at noon
June 20 and 21
Physics 30
Registration deadline: June 19 at noon
June 20
Science 30
Registration deadline: June 19 at noon
The cost is $125 per course, or $75 for Science 30 and $125 for Intermediate First Aid. Space is limited. Current EIPS families will register and pay for Diploma Exam Prep courses through their existing PowerSchool Parent Portal account.