Dear Lynx families/Chères familles Lynx
A big welcome back to all the students. For those of you counting, we are entering the final 3 months of the school year.
I was incredibly impressed by the turnout we had for our junior and senior badminton teams. We have over 100 students trying out for each team. It is fantastic to see such enthusiasm and I encourage all the students, including the ones who did not make the team, to continue to play and to please try out again next year.
Finally, as next week brings warmer weather, our PE classes will start heading outside for gym so students, please make sure to have clothing that fits the activity.
Bonne fin de semaine,
Mr. Chad Edmonds – Principal Georges P Vanier School
Please see our cafeteria menu here
Gauss Math Competition
Calling all mathematicians! The Waterloo Gauss Math competition is coming up in mid-May. This contest is designed for students in Grade 7 and 8, but Grade 6 students are also welcome to challenge it; unfortunately, Grade 9 students cannot participate in the Gauss contest. If students are interested, please have them speak with their math teacher.
GEM Meeting
It is GEM time again.
Sessions will run from 9am – 12pm on the following dates:
- Saturday, April. 5, 2025: Taxi Cab Geometry
Please send a water bottle and some snacks as we will have a break.
Supplies:
We ask that students bring a pencil, paper (and a light snack if they'd like one).
We will be meeting at the parking lot between 8:50 - 9:00 at the University of Calgary.
Math and Science building
612 Campus Pl NW, Calgary, AB T2L 2A3
Recovery Alberta Parent Courses
The Community Health Promotion Services team with Recovery Alberta is offering a 3 Part series starting next week, March 18 for families.
This 3-part presentation by the Community Health Promotion Services Team (CHPS) addresses important issues affecting youth today.
- The first session focuses on helping parents, caregivers, and mentors engage in conversations about substance use, including alcohol and cannabis, to support informed decision-making.
- The second session covers the rising concern of vaping among youth, providing insights into devices, substances, and strategies for effective conversations,
- The third session explores the impact of screen time, social media, and video gaming on youth mental health and well-being, offering practical tips for fostering healthy digital habits.
Please see the attachment to sign up for sessions.
Upcoming Sports Dates
Monday: no sports scheduled
Tuesday: no sports scheduled
Wednesday: no sports scheduled
Thursday: no sports scheduled
Friday: no sports scheduled
** please see the board outside the gym for new badminton practice schedule **
Upcoming Dates
Apr 5 – GEM at the U of C
Apr 7 – Grade 7 Fashion to Value Village
Apr 8 – Eastern Canada Parents Meeting
Apr 10 – Leadership 8 to Buchanan School
Apr 16 – Grade 9 French to William Aberhart
Apr 18 – Good Friday (Schools closed)
Apr 21 – System Non-Instruction Day (no students at school)
Apr 29 – Grade 9 French to William Aberhart