Staffing Updates 

We are pleased to announce the following staff updates: 

• Sébastien Blais will be joining Westgate School as a Learning Leader and Grade 6 teacher for the 2025-26 school year. Sébastien is in his third year at Bishop Pinkham as Learning Leader for French Immersion and School Community. He also has experience in Elementary school from CFIS and Ste. Marguerite Bourgeoys schools. 
• Victoria Diji will be joining our Grade 2 team. She is coming to us from Mayland Heights with a wealth of experience in Early French immersion  
• Sepideh Sepahi has been confirmed as a part-time continuous contract teacher at Westgate School and will be working in Division I next school year.  

All Sport One Day 2025 

All Sport One Day is a fantastic, free sport discovery event designed specifically for children and youth aged 6 to 17. It offers a unique opportunity for young participants to try out a new sport or physical activity in a fun and supportive environment. 

Whether your child is curious about learning a new skill or simply eager to get active, this event is an excellent way to introduce them to the world of sports without any financial commitment. By participating, kids can explore different sports, discover their interests, and potentially find a new passion, all while making new friends and staying active. 

All Sport One Day 2025 will be held on Saturday, June 21 and Saturday, August 16 from 9:30am - 3pm 

Follow @SportCalgary on social media or sign-up for their newsletter for updates!   

Link: Registration Link 

School Council – Vacant Position 

The Westgate School Council and Parents Society play an integral role in supporting various initiatives at our school, notably, fun events such as the recent GatorFest and activities like this week's dance residency with SoundKreations. Many of these exciting learning and fun experiences are made possible thanks to the dedication of time and effort of parent volunteers- thank you to everyone who volunteered during the 2024-2025 school year! 

Many roles on the Westgate School Council and Parent Society were confirmed on May 22nd, yet several positions remain open and are waiting for you!! If you are interested in joining the Westgate School Council or Parent Society in an executive capacity, please reach out to us at: westgateschoolcouncil@gmail.com. In particular, we are looking for a secretary to join our team. You can find additional information by clicking on the Council AGM Agenda link here. 

School Council - Staff and Teacher Appreciation Breakfast 

We have one more opportunity to show our appreciation to staff and teachers during our annual Summer Appreciation Breakfast on Monday, June 23 - the final Monday of the school year. This is a great way to show our beloved staff and teachers how much we appreciate them and value all that they do for our children and our school community. If you would like to sign up to bring something, please use this link: https://signup.com/go/mROdhiN 

Transportation 2025-26 Pre-Registration 

Registration for transportation is now open. If your family is considering using transportation services for the next school year, you must register by the deadline to ensure yellow school bus service for the first day of classes in September. There is no financial obligation for registration; families have until September 30 to cancel without a fee. 

Transportation fees and service levels for the 2025-26 are posted here. 

Further information on Transportation can be found here. Families must register by Sunday, June 22, 2025 for students to be added to routes for the start of the next school year. 

SoundKreations | Dance Residency (June 2-20) 

We are thrilled to welcome back SoundKreations for our annual dance residency. Part of our Physical Education curriculum focuses on directional movement and patterns and sequences of movement in rhythmic and expressive activities. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn from an expert in the field of dance. Students will be learning moves in all three dance styles in this residency.  

Westgate School Casino Fundraiser – Volunteers Required 

We are recruiting volunteers for Westgate’s upcoming casino fundraiser on Thursday, October 2 and Friday, October 3, 2025 at Cowboys Casino. 

This is an extremely important fundraiser for our school that generates a significant financial return from your time. The last casino fundraiser raised approximately $80,000 with funds used to purchase technology, classroom resources, musical instruments, field trips, residencies and other services that support learning. The money raised from the casino impacts every student in every classroom across all grade levels. 

No knowledge of gambling or previous experience is necessary. All training will be provided at the casino event and there is a casino advisor on site for all shifts to provide support. Perks include free parking, a free meal, and getting to know other awesome members of our school community.  

Please sign up online at this link: https://signup.com/go/NOFOkvJ  

Volunteers can work more than one shift but must remain in the same position.  

If you have any questions, please email westgateschoolcasino@gmail.com.  

Thank you in advance for your support of our society’s largest fundraiser!  

IPPs 

IPPs will be going home to parents by Wednesday, June 18. Please review and return the signature page with the end of year review section completed and signed by Monday, June 23. Please connect with your child’s teacher if you have any questions or concerns.  

Lost and Found 

We continue to have a large amount of lost and found items. Please remind your children to be sure they check they have all their belongings when transitioning from outside to inside. Unclaimed items will be sent to charity at the end of the day on June 27, please remember to check for your child’s lost items by Noon on Thursday, June 27. 

Important Dates 

June 2-20 – SoundKreations | Dance Residency  
June 16 – Grade 6 ELA P.A.T. 
June 17 – Special Lunch 
June 17 – Grade 6 Math P.A.T. (Part B) 
June 18 – Grade 6 Social Studies P.A.T. 
June 19 – Kindergarten VIP Day 
June 20 – Grade 1 VIP Day 
June 25 – Grade 6 Farewell 
June 26 – Gator Fun Day | Calgary Stampede Breakfast for Students 
June 26 – Early dismissal day at 12:00pm  
June 27 – Non-Instruction Day (no school) 

Dates of Significance: The CBE is committed to building a culture of appreciation and inclusion, where students and staff can see themselves valued, respected and celebrated. This calendar identifies some of the significant days of recognition and celebration within the CBE community.