Welcome Back
Our Grade 6 students had an amazing adventure this week at Outdoor School, held at YMCA Camp Chief Hector in the heart of Kananaskis. Surrounded by the breathtaking scenery of Bow Valley and the majestic Rocky Mountains, students immersed themselves in nature through a range of engaging activities. From tackling the challenge course and participating in outdoor games to exploring the trails on a guided hike, students built valuable teamwork skills and strengthened their connection with the natural world.
We would like to extend our sincere appreciation to Ms. Million, Ms. Perkins, Ms. McNeil, Ms. Yanchula, and Mr. Barkley for volunteering their time and energy to support this memorable learning experience. Their commitment and care make opportunities like this possible and greatly enrich our school community.
A heartfelt thank you also goes out to our parents for your trust and support. We are grateful for the opportunity to provide your children with experiences that inspire growth, curiosity, and lasting memories.
Thank You for Your Support During Temporary Construction Restrictions
We would like to sincerely thank our parent community for your patience and support over the past week as we managed temporary restrictions on our school grounds due to construction. We are pleased to share that the remaining work — including the cladding and transportation of the modular classrooms — will now take place outside of school hours. This means we can return to regular operations without further disruption to student routines or school programming. All students will once again have access to the field and plant park, and can use their regular entrances. Your flexibility and understanding have been greatly appreciated as we worked to prioritize the safety of our students and staff throughout this process. Thank you once again for your continued support of our school community.
All Sports Sport One Day 2025
All Sport One Day is an exciting, free sport discovery event created for children and youth ages 6 to 17 sponsored by the City of Calgary. It provides a great opportunity for kids to try a new sport or physical activity in a fun, supportive setting. Whether your child wants to explore a new skill or simply stay active, this event offers a perfect, no-cost introduction to the world of sports. Participants can sample a variety of activities, uncover new interests, and perhaps spark a lifelong passion — all while meeting new friends and keeping active.
All Sport One Day 2025 will take place on June 21 and August 16. 2025 All Sport One Day Registration Opens June 10 at 6 P.M. More information about the program can be found on the Sport Calgary website.
Library Year-End
If your child has an overdue library book, our library assistant Mrs. Sjogren may be in touch asking you to help your child locate the book at home. This year we offered families a voluntary option of replacing lost or damaged books to help keep our collection up-to-date. Mrs. Sjogren will provide book replacement info if you wish to get a new copy of any book you can’t find. Costs for replacing lost or damaged books are not applied to your MyCBE account fees.
Book Bonanza is Back!
Starting Friday June 13th, a display of withdrawn library books and readers will be set up near the plaza. If you’re in the school, take a peek - parents and students are welcome to take and keep any books of interest…maybe something new for summer reading. The books will be on display until the last week of June.
Kindergarten Celebration
We are excited to invite you to our Kindergarten Celebration on June 13, 2025! This special event will recognize the growth, achievement, and milestones our Kindergarten students have reached throughout the school year. It is a wonderful opportunity for families to come together and celebrate the dedication and progress of our young learners. We look forward to sharing this memorable occasion with you and honoring the fantastic journey our Kindergarten students have taken this year.
Online Report Card Access
Online report cards will be available for viewing from June 25, 2025, through July 25, 2025 (8:00 a.m.). During this period, legal guardians and independent students can access K–12 report cards online. For additional support with Attendance, Assessment, and Reporting—including helpful videos and guides—please visit Technical Support for Students & Parents.
Outstanding School Fees
Thank you for your attention to our earlier communication regarding school fees. Typically, the only fees charged directly by the school are those related to field trips. These trips operate on a cost-recovery basis, covering expenses such as transportation and service provider fees. Unpaid fees can significantly impact the programming we are able to offer, including limiting our ability to provide student technology, art supplies, library books, and other valuable resources. For your convenience, payments can be made online using credit or debit through your MyCBE account. If you have any questions or concerns regarding fees, please contact the main office.
Leaving Olympic Heights for 2025–26?
Is your family planning to move or transfer to a new school for the upcoming year? If so, we would appreciate knowing in advance to help us plan for the 2025–26 school year. Please take a moment to complete the form linked below—your cooperation is greatly appreciated!
Note: If your child is currently in Grade 6 and transitioning to Grade 7, no action is required—we already have this information on file.
https://forms.office.com/r/PbDP8KGh6c
Volunteers Needed – Olympic Heights Parent Association Casino
The Olympic Heights Parent Association is thrilled to announce its upcoming Fundraising Casino, happening November 1–2, 2025 at Cowboys Casino in Calgary. This exciting event is not only a great way to support our school, but also a fun opportunity to meet and connect with fellow OHS parents. Together, we have the potential to raise up to $70,000 to enhance our children’s educational experience.
Proceeds from the event will help fund essential learning tools and resources, including laptops, iPads, SMART Boards, robotics equipment, books, gym gear, music and art supplies. These contributions directly benefit our students by enriching classrooms and creating dynamic, engaging learning environments.
We truly rely on the support of our community to make this event a success.
To volunteer or learn more, please visit: https://bit.ly/OHS_Casino
Thank you for your support!
Busing and Transportation Registration
Families are now able to register for school bus service for the 2025-2026 school year. To find out if you are within the busing zone, visit the walk zone/bus zone page and enter your address.
If you are within the bus zone, registration is now available through your MyCBE account
Families must register by Sunday, June 22, 2025 for students to be added to routes for the start of the next school year.
We continue to accept registrations after the deadline; however, students are added to the closest existing bus stop with available space. Processing times for registrations submitted after the June 22 deadline will be delayed. Confirmed routes are posted in late August. For those who register after the June 22 deadline, it may take until mid-October before your child is able to ride the bus.
Transportation can be cancelled with no financial impact by submitting the cancellation form by Sept. 30, 2025.
Last Chance to Order OHS 2024-2025 Yearbooks
Don’t miss your chance to order the 2024–2025 Olympic Heights School Yearbook!
This keepsake is a great way to preserve your child’s school year memories.
To place your order, visit ybpay.lifetouch.ca and enter the Yearbook ID Code: 14310925.
Alternatively, you can follow the instructions outlined in the attached digital flyer.
If you have any questions or need support with your order, please feel free to reach out to Ms. Thorpe at jlthorpefed@cbe.ab.ca.
Upcoming Dates
June 9 Gr. 6 Vaccinations #2, morning – staffroom
June 9 Elder Hal Eagletail Visit
June 10 Elder Hal Eagletail Visit
June 12 School Council (6:30 – 8:00PM)
June 14 Kernels Popcorn & Panago Pizza orders due
June 16 Gr. 6 PAT – English Part B
June 17 Gr. 6 PAT – Math Part B
June 17 – 18 Gr. 1 Art Felt Studio
June 18 Gr. 6 PAT – Social Studies
June 19 Kernels Popcorn & Panago Pizza
June 20 Jr. Achievement – More Than Money Presentation, Gr. 4
June 24 Gr. 6 Farewell Celebration
June 25 Bike, Walk, Roll to school day
June 25 Sports Day (PM)
June 25 Report Cards available to parents
June 26 Last day for students – early dismissal
June 27 Non-instructional Day (No School for Students)
Sept 2 School begins for the 2025-2026 school year