Dear Bowcroft Families,
Welcome back! I hope everyone had a restful and enjoyable Spring Break, filled with time to recharge and reconnect. As we jump into April, we’re in that unpredictable stretch of spring weather—one day it feels like winter, the next like summer! Please ensure students are dressed for all conditions, including snow and wet weather.
Looking ahead, a few important dates to note:
📌 Monday, April 1 – April Fool’s Day
📌 Sunday, March 30 – Monday, March 31 – Eid al-Fitr (Wishing all who celebrate a joyful and blessed Eid! Eid Mubarak!)
📌 Friday, April 18 – Good Friday (No School)
📌 Monday, April 21 – System Professional Learning Day (No School for Students)
As we step into this next stretch of learning and growth, I encourage everyone to bring their best selves each day. Let’s support one another, set new goals, and continue to build a school community where everyone thrives.
Wishing you all a fantastic week ahead!
Warm regards,
Jennifer McTighe
Please Note
8:45 am Breakfast club entry only.
8:55 am Bell time and doors open for all students.
Lost and Found
🔎 – Claim Your Items Before They're Gone! 🔎
Our Lost and Found is overflowing with jackets, hoodies, water bottles, and more! If your child is missing something, now is the time to check. All unclaimed items will be donated at the end of April. Don’t let that favorite sweater or lunchbox disappear—stop by and take a look!
Key Dates
April 1 | April Fool’s Day *School Council 6:30 pm ON-LINE |
April 18 | Good Friday (No School) |
April 21 | System Professional Learning (No School for students) |
Dates of Significance
In Alberta and across Canada, several significant dates and observances occur throughout April.
- 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 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 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 visit this link to 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.