Weekly Update

March 24 to April 4

Office Hours:

Closed for Spring Break, office will reopen March 31 at 8:00A.M.

Report attendance at 403-817-3512 option 1 or email copperfield@cbe.ab.ca

School Calendar can be found here

Dear Copperfield Families,

We have had another great week of learning at Copperfield School, and we would like to extend a HUGE thank you to all our families who supported our annual Read-A-Thon. The prize winners will be announced in early April. The funds raised will go towards purchasing additional decodable and leveled reading materials for our students.

As you know, morning drop-off and after-school pick-up are some of the busiest times around our school. We have noticed an increase in U-turns and double parking, which creates an unsafe situation for both students and other drivers. Please choose safety over convenience and take the extra time to find a safe spot to park. Also, a friendly reminder that morning supervision and soft entry begin at 8:05 a.m., and students should not be arriving before that time. Likewise, students should not remain at school after dismissal unless they are supervised by a family member.

If your child will be absent or late, please be sure to report it. You can email us at copperfield@cbe.ab.ca or call our attendance line at 403-817-3512, extension 1 to leave a message. If your child will be absent for several days, please notify the school with the dates of their extended absence. For absences of 8 days or more, an Extended Absence Form must be completed by a legal guardian.

Finally, a reminder from the City of Calgary bylaws regarding dogs: they are not permitted on school grounds, in playgrounds, or on sports fields. For the safety of everyone, please keep your dog at home or in the car while picking up or dropping off students.

Thank you for your cooperation, and we wish you all a wonderful Spring Break!

Copperfield has heart!  

Warm regards,
Colette Pedde
Principal, Copperfield School

 YEARBOOKS

Yearbooks are now on sale for $25. Please check your history to see if you have already purchased one. To order a yearbook, follow these steps:

Log into your MyCBE account

• Select Fees, Waivers and Service Registrations
• Click on optional fees
• Add yearbook to cart
• Select payment

COPPERFIELD SCHOOL BUDGET AND FEES ENGAGEMENT SURVEY

We know we make better decisions to support student learning when we build understanding and work together.  That is why we are asking you to share your perspectives about our School Development Plan, school budget and school fees. 

Please click here to complete the survey: Copperfield School Planning and Engagement Survey  The survey is open until March 31, 2025.

I encourage you to Review the School Planning Presentation prior to completing the survey.

Also, a reminder that our School Development Plan and Report to Parents and Guardians on Fees are accessible through our Copperfield School Website.

Your input is important to us, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your perspectives.

WAIVERS

No child is ever denied access to an education in The Calgary Board of Education (CBE) because of an inability to pay. If you cannot afford the fees, there are several ways to qualify for a central fee waiver.

Waiver applications for the current school year are found online through your MyCBE account and are available from the start of the school year until June 30.

More information can be found on the Fee’s and Waivers page.

SCHOOL COUNCIL

The February meeting minutes have been posted. Meetings are full of useful information about the school, upcoming events, budget, and spending. Meetings will be in person, at the school, and all are welcome to attend. The next meeting will be on April 23

Curious what school councils do? Click for HERE more information:

Have any questions? Email us at copperfieldschoolcouncil@gmail.com

FUNDRAISING ASSOCIATION

The February meeting minutes have been posted. Curious how we spend money raised? Join us at the meeting to find out where the funds are allocated! Join us on April 23 for the next meeting.

ONGOING FUNDRAISERS

There are many ways you can contribute to the school's fundraising through everyday initiatives. Check out the list of ongoing initiatives here:

Healthy Hunger – The next fun lunch and fun snack will be in April.  To order, visit www.healthyhunger.ca and create your account. Orders must be placed 5 days prior to the delivery date.

Fun lunches and Snack days are not possible without the help of volunteers. If you have your CBE clearance and annual volunteer registration, we would love your help. Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050449A5AB2DA7FF2-51323029-healthy?useFullSite=true#/

Skip The Depot - You can donate the proceeds from your empty bottles and cans to our school - NO CONTACT REQUIRED! Simply click the link below to sign up for pickups, set your bottles out the morning of pickup and away they go! All proceeds are given back to the school. Use the link to sign up: https://app.skipthedepot.com/copperfieldschool

COBS - like fresh baked goods?! When shopping at Cobs, let them know you are with Copperfield School, and they will donate a portion of your purchase to the school!