Vista View Principal's Message for February

 

Good Morning Vista Heights School Community, 

As we welcome the month of February, we look forward to focusing on acts of kindness and embracing diverse perspectives.

Report Cards| Online Viewing

Reminder to families that report cards became visible on Monday, January 27 through the MyCBE portal. Here are some steps to help you view your child’s report card. 

  • Step 1: Click this link How to Access Your Child's K-9 Report Card
  • Step 2: Listen and watch the video that is can be viewed in a variety of different languages. The video walks parents through the process of looking at report cards and attendance using MyCBE.
  • Step 3: To view the video in a language other than English, once the video is playing go into Settings (gear icon) à Sub-titles à English then back into Settings à Subtitles à Auto-translate and choose the desired language.
  • Step 4: Download a copy to save it for future reference. 

Link for MyCBE Account: https://sis.cbe.ab.ca

Community Walk | February 5, 2025

On Wednesday, February 5, at approximately 11:30 AM, Vista Heights students will participate in a community walk to the ridge and back to school to observe seasonal changes. Since this walk falls within the guidelines of a walking field trip, no acknowledgment of risk forms are required.

Please ensure your child wears appropriate clothing and walking shoes. Students will return in time for the regular lunch schedule.

Please take a moment to remind your child about respecting our Vista Heights community by staying on sidewalks and following road safety rules.

Friends Pizza and Pasta Fundraiser | February 12, 2025 (ONE DAY ONLY!)

Kick off the long Family Day weekend with a delicious meal while supporting our school! On Wednesday, February 12, our local restaurant, Friends Pizza and Pasta, is generously donating a portion of the proceeds to Vista Heights School.

When placing your order, be sure to mention our school. They’re even offering heart-shaped pizzas to celebrate Valentine’s Day—perfect for a fun night out!

Friends Pizza Poster.pdf 

School Update | School Development Plan (SDP)

As outlined on the Vista Heights School Development Plan, students are working towards building proficiency in writing, through intentional focus on encoding and syntax skills. Teachers have been embedding structured activities that require students to elaborate on ideas by writing detailed sentences into daily schedules. Writing routines based on picture prompts or experiential learning have provided an opportunity for students to practice strategies, such as using conjunctions or modifying sentence beginnings. Through this consistent practice, students have made gains and are strengthening their communication through writing. 

Thank you, Council. & Enhancement:

  • Mathletics (~$1300)
  • Three Left Feet Dance Residency (~$3000)
  • Grade 1-2 Field Trip Zoo 
  • Indigenous Elders & Knowledge Keepers 
  • Future field trips at no cost to parents

Upcoming Events

  • February 3 – Virtual School Read Aloud in Gymnasium from CBE Superintendent
  • February 5 – Winter Walk Day – Whole School Community Walk
  • February 6 – Grade 1&2 Field Trip to Telus Spark
  • February 12 – VHS FUNDRAISER – Order from Friends & Family Pasta and Pizza this day to support our school. 
  • February 12 – Rainbow Day or Favourite Colour to support Kindness
  • February 13 & 14 – Teacher’s Convention, No School
  • February 17 – Family Day, No School
  • February 18 – 100th Day of School
  • February 18 – USAY visiting Indigenous Students (tentative)
  • February 26 – Pink Shirt Day
  • February 28 – Non-Instructional Day

Dates of Significance for Truth & Reconciliation:

  • February 5: Winter Walk Day

Dates of Significance to Honour the Community:

  • February: Black History Month
  • February 1: World Interfaith Harmony Week
  • February 1: World Hijab Day
  • February 2: Groundhog Day
  • February 4: World Cancer Day
  • February 5: World Read Aloud Day
  • February 14: Valentine’s Day
  • February 15: National Flag of Canada Day
  • February 21: International Mother Language Day
  • February 28: Losar
  • February 28: Ramadan Begins

Thank you for your continued support to support a safe, caring and welcoming school for all students and families. 

Check us out on our new Instagram page: @vista_heights_school_cbe 

 

Ms. Jessica

Principal, Vista Heights School