Blackfoot Value of the Month: Atsiimoyihkaan - I can persevere and try hard
Oki, Dadánastáda, Âba Wathtec, Tânisi, Taanishi, Bonjour, Hello Families,
Looking Ahead to the End of the School Year
It is hard to believe that we are nearing the end of another school year. As summer approaches, our school community is feeling the excitement of warmer days, special events, celebrations, and opportunities to come together before we say goodbye for the break.
In Blackfoot teachings, this time of year reminds us of renewal, growth, and gratitude. Just as the land becomes full of life in the summer months, our students have grown in many ways throughout the year—through learning, friendships, challenges, and new experiences. We are grateful for the hard work of our students, staff, and families, and we look forward to enjoying the final few two of activities and celebrations together.
IPP Signature Pages – Thank You for Your Support
Teachers will be sending home a copy of Individual Program Plan (IPP) for students this week, including a signature page. If your child has an IPP, you will receive a copy in a sealed envelope. Please review the document, sign and return only the signature page to the school as soon as possible (the rest of the IPP is yours to keep). IPP Signature pages are a legal document required by Alberta Education and we appreciate your assistance in meeting deadlines and aligning with provincial expectations.
If you have any questions about your child’s IPP or would like to discuss their goals and strategies in more detail, please reach out to your child’s teacher—we value your input and partnership in supporting your child’s learning.
Parent Advisory Council Invitation
You are warmly invited to attend our upcoming Parent Advisory Council meeting on Thursday, June 18, at 12:00 PM.
This will be an opportunity to meet and connect with our Admin team, as well as spend time with other families. We welcome your ideas, perspectives, and participation as we continue working together to support our school community.
Lunch will be provided, so please let us know if you plan to attend. Please RSVP by June 16 by contacting the school office.
PFS Sports Day – Friday, June 19
Piitoayis Family School students will participate in Sports Day on Friday, June 19, from 9:30–11:00 AM. Students will rotate through a variety of fun outdoor activity stations, including playground play, bocce ball, sprinkler games, sponge relays, basketball, lacrosse, bubbles, chalk, face painting, traditional games, and a refreshing treat station.
Please ensure your child comes dressed for active outdoor play and the weather. Students may want to bring a water bottle, hat, sunscreen, and clothing that can get wet, as some stations will include water activities.
We look forward to a fun morning of movement, teamwork, laughter, and community!
Learning From the Land & Spirit North
Our Learning from the Land (LFL) experiences are ongoing and continue to be an important part of learning at Piitoayis Family School. Students also have opportunities to learn with Spirit North, who support culturally grounded, land-based movement and wellness activities aligned with our holistic approach to education.
Please ensure students are dressed appropriately for outdoor learning.
Learning From the Land (LFL) – Focus: Giving back to the land for all the Teachings
*Bring Drums, visual journals, pencil crayons, & pencils
- Monday: Lindsay (Grades 3/4B): Pearce Estates Park via Bow Pathway
- Tuesday: Prabh/Harleen (Grade 5/6A & B): Pearce Estates Park via Bow Pathway
- Friday: Sports Day: All Grades: School Field
Spirit North-
- Wednesday: Harleen (Grade 5/6B): Lacrosse: School Field
- Thursday: Kelsey (Grade3/4C) Biking Safety and Bike Riding: School Field
Phys Ed This Week
Physical Education – Focus: Soccer (Dribbling, kicking, striking, endurance, teamwork). These skills will be indoor and outdoor this week.
- Please ensure your child is wearing comfortable clothing and proper footwear for safety. Boots, crocs, and sandals are not safe to wear during PE activities indoors or outdoors.
June is National Indigenous History Month
June is National Indigenous History Month, a time to honour and celebrate the histories, languages, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples. In alignment with the Education Plan, all students and staff are invited to deepen knowledge, understanding and relationships, to include Indigenous ways of being, belonging, doing, and knowing across schools and service units. To support planning and engagement, check out these events. Everyone is invited and welcome. ❤️
- City of Calgary Aboriginal Awareness Week: From June 15-21, the City of Calgary offers many events to honour Aboriginal Awareness Week culminating on Sunday, June 21, National Indigenous Peoples Day. Everyone is invited to join the activities.
- The Gathering at Moh'kinsstis: A one-day community gathering grounded in culture, connection, and ceremony to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day on Sunday, June 21 from 11 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. at ContainR Art Park & The Alexandra Centre (922 & 925 9 Avenue SE in Inglewood).
- Heritage Park Celebration: A full day of community-led programming on Saturday, June 20, rooted in tradition. The centerpiece of the day is a vibrant Pow Wow, a powerful gathering that brings together dancers, drummers, and community in celebration of culture, identity and connection.
Hand to Heart,
Crystal Fox and Shauna Penner
Principal & Assistant Principal
Coming Events and Important Dates
See our School Calendar for all upcoming events.
This Week
Date: | |
Monday, June 15
| Breakfast: Grapes, Cheese Strings, Wowbutter Granola Bars Lunch: Chicken Tacos, Apples, Cucumbers Assorted Snacks: Granola Bars, Apple Sauce, Crackers, Fruit |
Tuesday, June 16
| Breakfast: Oranges, Yogurt, Muffins Lunch: Soup, Sandwiches (whole wheat bread: ham & cheese, turkey & cheese, jelly, wow butter and jelly, or egg salad), Fruit, Veggies Assorted Snacks: Granola Bars, Apple Sauce, Crackers, Fruit |
Wednesday, June 17
| Breakfast: Apples, Milk, Cereal Lunch: Salad, Sandwiches (whole wheat bread: ham & cheese, turkey & cheese, jelly, wow butter and jelly, or egg salad), Oranges, Veggies Assorted Snacks: Granola Bars, Apple Sauce, Crackers, Fruit |
Thursday, June 18
| Breakfast: Bananas, Yogurt, Wowbutter Granola Bars Lunch: Soup, Sandwiches (whole wheat bread: ham & cheese, turkey & cheese, jelly, wow butter and jelly, or egg salad), Oranges, Veggies Assorted Snacks: Granola Bars, Apple Sauce, Crackers, Fruit |
Friday, June 19
| Breakfast: Apples & Oranges, Hard-Boiled Eggs, Muffins Assorted Snacks: Granola Bars, Apple Sauce, Crackers, Fruit |
Reminders
School Hours: Mon-Thurs: 8:48 am - 3:22 pm, Friday 8:48 am- 12:30 pm
Office Hours: Mon-Thurs: 8:15 – 4:00pm, Friday 8:15 – 1:00 pm
If you are picking up your child, instead of him/her going on the bus, you must let us know by 2:00 pm Monday-Thursday & 11:00 am Friday. PFS is NOT able to make last minute changes to bus boards.
Bus Information: What can families do?
- If you are picking up students, let the school know by 2 pm
- Update changes to stops or addresses on MyCBE account ASAP
- Report any issues with bussing to the bus company and/or CBE Transportation, 403-817-7433
- Arrive at bus stop 5 minutes before your scheduled time
- Review bus safety rules with your children
Contact Information:
- First Student (Buses C, G, H, J): 403-531-3900; https://firstfeedback.com/
- First Student Bus App: School Code is O7A9Z
- Dreams Transportation (Buses A, B, D, E, F, I): 403-590-7433
- CBE Transportation: 1-403-817-7433; transportation@cbe.ab.ca
Transportation Concerns and Issues:
- If you need to report a concern, please follow this procedure:
- Driver Concern: Contact the Bus Company (phone numbers above)
- Route Timing, Delays, Missed Stop: Contact CBE Transportation, transportation@cbe.ab.ca
- Student Conduct or Behaviour on the Bus: Call the School
Access to Report Cards, Student Information, Fees:
Instructions for Parent MyCBE account: Click Here