Dear DRBS Families,
I hope this message finds you well and enjoying a cozy November week. Here’s what’s coming up at Dr. Roberta Bondar School — from acts of kindness to exciting learning experiences and celebrations ahead!
🌟 Mayor’s Food Drive – December 1 to 18
We are proud to once again participate in the 37th Annual Mayor’s Food Drive in support of the Calgary Food Bank. From December 1 to 18, students are invited to bring in donations of food and essential items.
Acts of service like this help our students learn empathy, social responsibility, and the power of community. Each grade is contributing to a themed collection to help meet specific needs:
- Kindergarten – “Birthday Party!”: Party supplies, cake mix, icing, candles, small toys
- Grade 1 – “Pasta Night!”: Pasta, pasta sauce, canned tomatoes
- Grade 2 – “Baby Bundles!”: Diapers (sizes 1–6), baby formula
- Grade 3 – “Protein Power!”: Peanut butter, beans, lentils (canned or dried)
- Grade 4 – “Hygiene Help!”: Shampoo, conditioner, hand soap, deodorant
- Grade 5 – “Grains Galore!”: Rice, cereal, oatmeal, flour
- Grade 6 – “Garden Goodness!”: Canned vegetables, fruit, soup
Please check expiry dates and avoid glass containers so donations remain safe and usable.
If you prefer to make a cash donation, you can do so here:
👉 Calgary Food Bank – Dr. Roberta Bondar School
Thank you for helping us make a difference for families in need this season.
❄️ Save the Date – Winter Celebration Concerts
We’re delighted to invite families to our Winter Celebration Concerts on Thursday, December 18, 2025.
Although our preparation time is shorter this year, our students and staff are excited to share a joyful, scaled-back celebration that showcases their learning and talents.
Concert Schedule:
- 10:30 a.m. – Grades 5 & 6
- 11:30 a.m. – Kindergarten
- 12:30 p.m. – Grades 1 & 2
- 2:00 p.m. – Grades 3 & 4
Please mark your calendars—we can’t wait to celebrate the season together!
📅 Week at a Glance
Monday, November 24
- Grade 3 (McLeod) – Open Minds
- Kindergarten – Working with Lana Skauge
- Grade 5 (Charles & Nichols) – Flight Museum field trip
Tuesday, November 25
- Grade 3 (McLeod) – Open Minds
Wednesday, November 26
- Grade 3 (McLeod) – Open Minds
Thursday, November 27
- Grade 3 (McLeod) – Open Minds
- Fun Lunch
Friday, November 28
- No School – In-Person Interviews (8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.)
- EAL Benchmarks due (upload extended to Dec 19)
🗓️ Upcoming Dates
- Dec 1 – Grade 5 (Aghabarati) Flight Museum field trip
- Dec 8 – Kindergarten In-School Zoo Visit
- Dec 18 – Winter Celebration Concerts
- Dec 19 – PJ & Winter Sweater Day
- Dec 19 – Last day of school for 2025
💙 From School Council
Hug and Go – Volunteers Needed!
We are short on volunteers to safely run our morning Hug and Go program. Even a 20-minute shift once a week makes a big difference! No police clearance is required, and an experienced volunteer will guide you.
➡️ Sign up here
Questions? Email drbshugandgo@gmail.com.
Teacher Appreciation Lunch – November 28
Let’s show our staff some love during Student Learning Conferences! Sign up to bring a dish or make a donation here:
➡️ Teacher Appreciation Lunch Sign-Up
Questions? Email drbsvolunteers@gmail.com.
Thank you, as always, for your ongoing support and involvement. Whether it’s volunteering, donating, or simply cheering on your child’s learning journey, your partnership makes DRBS such a special place.
Warm regards,
Evelyn J. Lamontagne
Principal | Dr. Roberta Bondar School
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