Weekly Update 

January 26 to January 30 

Office Hours:   

Monday to Thursday 7:45am to 3:00 pm     Friday: 7:45am to 12:30pm 

School Calendar 

Report absences at 403-817-3512 (Option 1) or email copperfield@cbe.ab.ca 

UPDATE 

It has been another great week of learning at Copperfield School! A big thank you to all of the parent volunteers who participated in our second annual Career Day. It was a wonderful success, and we truly appreciate the time and effort that went into sharing your careers and experiences with our students. 

We would also like to address several ongoing traffic safety concerns from during drop-off and pick-up times. We often observe instances of jaywalking and U-turns directly in front of the school. These actions are very dangerous and have resulted in several near-miss situations. For the safety of all students, families, and staff, we ask that all community members follow traffic rules and model safe behaviour at all times. 

To help reduce congestion, we will be re-launching our Hug and Go Lane. This lane will be located in front of the school, behind the bus lane, and is intended for quick drop-offs only. We are also seeking parent volunteers to help with supervision during this time. 

Thank you for your continued cooperation and support in keeping our school community safe. Together, we can ensure a safe and orderly arrival and dismissal for everyone. Copperfield has heart! 

Colette Pedde Allyson Heggie 

Principal Assistant Principal 

RE-LAUNCH OF THE COPPERFIELD SCHOOL HUG & GO LANE 

To reduce the traffic congestion every morning we are going to relaunch our Hug and Go program to improve traffic flow and safety during morning drop-offs. A school Hug and Go Lane is a designated, supervised area for quick, safe student drop-off, requiring drivers to stay in their cars, pull forward, and let kids exit from the passenger side only to avoid congestion and accidents, with strict rules like not parking, idling, or walking kids to the door, to keep traffic flowing and ensure child safety near the school. This will be in front of the school behind the bus lane extending to the playground. (Previously, when our school opened, this was adjacent to the staffing parking lot.)  

*This is a trial and we will review its success at the end of February. 

Why It's Important: 

• Safety: Reduces dangerous situations with pedestrians and buses. 
• Reduces Congestion: Keeps traffic moving smoothly during busy times. 
• Supervision: Allows staff to supervise students arriving. 

Rules & Etiquette: 

Please: 

• Remain in your car at all times. 
• Move as far into the zone as possible before stopping. 
• Passenger Side Exit Only: Children must exit from the curb/passenger side. 
• Be Quick & Efficient: Have bags ready and make drop-off fast. 
• Please do not park or leave your car. 
• Follow Staff/Patrol: Obey instructions from school staff and safety patrols. 
• No Cutting in Line: Don't try to pass other vehicles.  

REPORT CARDS 

Parents and Guardians of students in all grades will have access to view student report cards starting Tuesday, February 24 through their MyCBE account. The report card is one of the ways teachers communicate how your child is progressing in their learning.  

The CBE has developed some resources related to assessment and report cards to help families learn more about their child's learning. 

• How is My Child Doing in School?   
• K-9 Proficiency Scale Video 
• Report Card Indicators   
• Accessing the Online Report Card If you require support to view the report card please contact the main office, and if you have questions regarding the report card, please contact your child’s classroom teacher. 

 CURRICULUM INFORMATION FOR PARENTS 

We recognize that parents play an important role in shaping the way their children view learning. Alberta Education’s My Child’s Learning Resource page provides an overview of the curriculum for Kindergarten to High School. This resource will provide you with an understanding of Alberta’s curriculum and related information for your child. Specific curriculum areas and outcomes that are reflected on the report card can be explored in detail. This will also help you discover what your child is learning, how they are being assessed, and what resources are available to help students be successful from Kindergarten to Grade 12. 

RECORDERS (Grade 3, 4 & 5 only) 

This year the recorder unit will begin in February for all students in Grades 3, 4 and 5.  The school has a limited number of loaner recorders however they would only be used during class time. We recommend each student order a recorder if they do not already own one. Cost of the recorder and music book will be $11.00, payable through your MyCBE account.  

1. Click on Student Fees and Service Registration  

2. Select School based optional fees  

3. Add Recorder to cart  

4. Pay for fee  

All ordering for recorders must be in and paid for prior to Wednesday, February 11, 2026, to ensure your child has a recorder for late February.  

The book that comes with the fee will stay at home for practicing and the recorder is to 'live in your backpack'. 

REGISTRATION FOR 2026/27 SCHOOL YEAR  

If you still reside in Copperfield, all students currently in Kindergarten to Grade 5 will automatically be transferred to the next school grade. NOTE: if you have moved out of, or will be moving out of, Copperfield for the 2026/2027 school year please let the school office know at copperfield@cbe.ab.ca and we will let you know your next steps.  

Kindergarten registration for the 2026/2027 school year began on January 12, 2026. Registration is done online through School Engage. For information on what documents are required, and what to expect during the registration process for Kindergarten Registration click here. As we are a closed campus school, we are unable to accept out of area students.   

The CBE has a rich variety of programs to personalize learning for students. A wonderful way to learn more about these programs is to visit the many open houses that take place throughout the year. To see the full calendar of open houses, including information on them, click here  

CALGARY’S CHILD MAGAZINE 

Calgary's Child is thrilled to share the digital link to their annual YYCFamilies Resource Directory-Your 2026 Guide to Family Life with your school community.  

YYCFamilies is a trusted reference for everything that makes the Calgary area an incredible place to raise kids! From family wellness and camps & classes to education, unforgettable birthdays & celebrations, family fun, and trusted local support and services, this guide is designed to make family life a little easier, richer, and more connected, all in one place. 

SCHOOL COUNCIL 

This is the link to the School Council page on the school website that has the meeting agendas and minutes https://copperfield.cbe.ab.ca/school-council . The next School Council meeting will be on February 18, 2026 at 6:30pm. We would love for you to join. If you have questions, email us at copperfieldschoolcouncil@gmail.com  

If you would like to join us online, click here for the link. 

FUNDRAISING ASSOCIATION  

The next Fundraising meeting will take place immediately following the School Council meeting on February 18, 2026.   

ONGOING FUNDRAISERS 

There are many ways you can contribute to the school's fundraising through everyday initiatives. Check out the list of ongoing initiatives here:   

HEALTHY HUNGER – Fun Lunch - Students can order one Fun Lunch (Grade 1 to 5) and one Fun Snack (all students) each month. Our next Fun Lunch will be on February 5 and the next Fun Snack will be on February 19. To order, visit www.healthyhunger.ca and create your account. Orders must be placed 5 days prior to the delivery date. 

SKIP THE DEPOT - You can donate the proceeds from your empty bottles and cans to our school - NO CONTACT REQUIRED! Simply click the link below to sign up for pickups, set your bottles out the morning of pickup and away they go! All proceeds are given back to the school. Use the link to sign up: https://app.skipthedepot.com/copperfieldschool  

COBS - like fresh baked goods?! When shopping at Cobs, let them know you are with Copperfield School, and they will donate a portion of your purchase to the school!