DTS Message de la semaine - vendredi le 14 juin, 2024

Items in this update:

• Annual General Meeting- School Council and Parent Society
• Library Reminder
• Cycling Safety 
• Grade 9 Farewell Celebration
• National Indigenous Peoples Day Communi-Tea
• Important Dates 

Annual General Meeting- School Council and Parent Society

École David Thompson School families are invited to attend the in-person Annual General Meeting June 19th at 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM in the Learning Commons. Agendas and previous meeting minutes are available on our Website. We look forward to seeing you there!

Library Reminder

All library books should be returned by now.  Thank you for your support as we work to ensure books are returned and ready for use again in the new school year!

Cycling Safety

In light of the lovely spring weather, it has been great to see the number of students using their own energy to travel to and from school. As such, we would like to share some information, as published by the Alberta Government, around cycling safety and provincial rules. 

Required cycling equipment

Based on provincial regulations, here is a list of required bicycling equipment.

Helmets for youths:

• Helmets that meet ANSI, Snell, or CSA standards are approved.
• Cyclists under the age of 18 must wear an approved bicycle helmet.
• If you have children and pull them in trail-a-bikes or trailers, they must also wear an approved bicycle helmet.
• Fit the helmet an inch above your eyebrows and make sure it's level.
• Adjust the straps so that the V is below your ears.
• Use 2 fingers between your chin and the strap to make sure the strap is not too tight.
• Riders of power bicycles can choose to wear a bicycle helmet instead of a motorcycle helmet.

Brakes

• All bicycles must have at least one brake that will lock wheels on dry, level, and clean pavement.
• Brake with 2 hands to make sure that your equipment is working properly.
• Always allow extra stopping distance in wetter weather.

Bells

• If you are passing pedestrians on shared-used pathways, you must sound a warning device like a horn or bell on your bike.

Lamps and reflectors

• When cycling at night, your bike must have the following:
• • a front headlamp (non-flashing)
  • a red tail lamp (non-flashing)
  • a red rear reflector

Recommended cycling equipment

Along with mandatory safety gear required to keep you and others safe, consider adding a few recommended pieces to stay visible and prepared on roads or pathways.

Helmets for adults

• All adults are encouraged to wear helmets to protect themselves while cycling.
• Children will follow the lead of adults wearing helmets.

Clothing

• Choose brightly coloured or reflective clothing to make yourself more visible while cycling.
• Dress for the weather with items that will keep you warm and dry.
• Wear gloves that will protect your hands from dirt and debris.
• Avoid wearing headphones since you will be less likely to hear traffic and warning signs.

Storage

• Carry a small backpack or place saddlebags on the side of your bike to keep your hands free.
• Attach a basket to your handlebars for added storage.
• Use a rack to hold your water bottle on the base of your bike.

Flags

• Since bike trailers can be hard to see, place a red flag at rider height to improve your visibility.
• Use brightly coloured flags to help motorists see you and your cargo, especially when riding on a highway.

If you have any further questions, feel free to explore the website here.

Grade 9 Farewell Celebration

This is a reminder that the Grade 9 Farewell is this month. Please note:

Date: Wednesday, June 26th

Time: 12:30-2:00 pm in the Main Gym

BBQ: 2:00-3:00 pm on the compound for Grade 9’s and immediate family

Dance: 3:00-4:30 pm in the Main Gym for Grade 9 students

Please note, the Farewell Ceremony on June 26th is NOT meant to be a highly formal event. We do not encourage families to invest in limousines, overly expensive attire, etc. The afternoon will consist of a face to face ceremony for students and their families followed by a BBQ, and then a dance for students.

National Indigenous Peoples Day Communi-Tea

École David Thompson School would like to invite families and community members to join us to greet the day on National Indigenous Peoples Day in Niisoi Niitooists (Four Lodges) Garden. Mint tea and Bannock will be served by leadership students and guests are invited to spend time with the land and with the community. There will be no formal program. Please bring your own mug for tea. RSVP here.

Important Dates

June 18 - Grade 9 Math PAT Part B​

June 18 - Band Parent Society Meeting

June 19 - Grade 9 Social Studies PAT​

June 19 - Grade 6 Social Studies PAT​

June 19 - Parent Council Annual General Meeting

June 20 - Grade 9 Science PAT​

June 20 - Grade 6 Science PAT​

June 21 - Indigenous Peoples Day

June 24 - Calaway Park (Grade 9​)

June 26 – Grade 9 Farewell​

June 27 - Celebrations of learning and last day of school (Half Day)