Dear Bowcroft Families,

Wasn’t that weekend weather amazing? Sunshine, blue skies, and the unmistakable feeling that spring is finally here—what a mood booster! It’s the perfect time to embrace all the energy and excitement the new season brings.

We’re kicking off a fun new challenge for the month of April:
🌟 “What in the World is That?!” 🌟
Each week, we’ll be featuring a mystery object or place located somewhere in our school.

• Every Monday, we’ll drop the first clue during announcements.
• Each day after, we’ll give you one more clue to help you solve the riddle.
• By Friday, we’ll reveal the mystery item or location!

Students can head to the front office any time during the week to submit their best guess. Everyone who guesses correctly will be entered into a draw—and the winner will be announced on Friday’s announcements! So, keep those eyes open and those thinking caps on!

🌸 April is Sikh Heritage Month 🌸
This month, we’ll be learning more about the rich traditions, culture, and contributions of the Sikh community. Watch for highlights on the announcements and around the school throughout April!

📚 Education Week: April 7–11 📚
This week we also celebrate Education Week—an opportunity to recognize the amazing learning, growth, and community spirit that happens here every day. Let’s take time to thank our staff, support one another, and reflect on the power of education to shape our futures.

Here’s to a fantastic week ahead—full of curiosity, celebration, and spring sunshine!

Warmly,
Jennifer McTighe

Please Note

8:45 am Breakfast club entry only.  *Students should only be entering the school if coming for breakfast club in the Bistro.

8:55 am Bell time and doors open for all students.

Key Dates

Dates of Significance

​In Alberta and across Canada, several significant dates and observances occur throughout April.

April: Sikh Heritage Month

April 1: April Fool's Day – A day for lighthearted pranks and jokes.​

April 6: Tartan Day – Celebrates Scottish heritage and the contributions of Scottish descendants in Canada.​

April 7-April 11: Education Week

April 9: Vimy Ridge Day – Commemorates the anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge during World War I, honoring the sacrifices of Canadian soldiers. ​

April 13: Palm Sunday – Observed by Christians as the beginning of Holy Week, marking Jesus' entry into Jerusalem.​

April 13: First day of Passover – A Jewish holiday commemorating the Israelites' liberation from slavery in Egypt.​

April 14: Vaisakhi - A Sikh celebration of faith and harvest, marking the birth of the Khalsa

April 17: Maundy Thursday – Christian observance of the Last Supper of Jesus Christ with the Apostles.​

April 18: Good Friday – A statutory holiday in Alberta, marking the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. ​

April 19: Holy Saturday – The day between Good Friday and Easter Sunday in the Christian tradition.​

April 20: Last day of Passover – Concludes the eight-day Jewish festival.​

April 20: Orthodox Easter – Celebrated by Eastern Orthodox Christians, marking the resurrection of Jesus Christ.​

April 24: Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day) – A day to remember the six million Jews who perished during the Holocaust. ​

April 28: National Day of Mourning – Honors workers who have been killed, injured, or suffered illness due to workplace-related hazards and occupational exposures.

Volunteers

New this year, the cost of Police Information Checks is being covered for those requiring it. Please learn more about how to volunteer with Bowcroft this year!

Accessing Assessments

We understand that some families have encountered difficulties accessing their child’s grades on PowerSchool this year. Please note that the PowerSchool App does not display assessment scores. To view your child’s progress, you will need to log in through a web browser. For step-by-step instructions on accessing all posted assessments from your child’s teacher, please refer to the attached guide or instructional video.