DTS Weekly Update – June 13, 2025
DTS Message de la semaine - le 13, juin
"You must always have faith in people. And, most importantly, you must always have faith in yourself." Elle Woods, Legally Blonde
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Dear David Thompson Families,
We didn’t think it was possible to top the excitement and meaningful learning of the past few weeks, but here we are! From our Outdoor Education students braving the wilderness with confidence and teamwork, to our Grade 8s learning through laughter and performance at Legally Blonde, and students showing stamina and focus during PATs, as well as all the wonderful experiences that teachers provide on the daily, our Tigers are living out the values of David Thompson School each day.
We’re especially proud of how our students are building their understanding both in and out of the classroom. A great study tip at home is the “teach-back” method. Ask your child to explain what they learned. If they can teach it, they truly understand it. And if you are looking for an enrichment tactic, try asking not just what they learned, but what questions they still have. Then explore those wonderings together!
Quick reminder: Individualized Program Plans (IPPs) were sent home on Tuesday in sealed envelopes. These documents capture your child’s growth and next steps. Please take a moment to review and return the signed page to the school office by June 16.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership. Let’s finish strong and keep cheering on our amazing students.
Warmly,
The David Thompson School Team
Items in this update:
- Grade 9 Farewell- Important Details
- Next Year School Transfers
- Grade 6 field trips
- Band Students
- Outdoor Ed
- SALTS 2026 Interest Survey
- Library books are now due
- Important Dates
- Dates of Significance
Happenings
Grade 9 Farewell- Important Details
We are excited to invite families to our Grade 9 Farewell Celebration as we recognize and honor our students' transition to high school!
Date: Wednesday, June 25th
Time: 12:30pm-2:00pm
Location: David Thompson Main Gym
Potluck and dance: 2:00-4:00pm
Due to limited seating capacity in our gym, we kindly ask that guests are limited to 2-3 per student. This special afternoon will include student reflections, presentations, and a chance to celebrate this important milestone together.
The Student Farewell Committee is asking families to contribute to the potluck if they are able. Please access the sign up sheet here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1CIF0fGSezIsau2szCTeEhsg5ib4NesKuUbBx3p7F-i8/edit?usp=sharing
We look forward to celebrating with you!
Kristina Bains, BA., BEd., MEd
Pronouns: she/her
Next Year School Transfers
Unfortunately, we are aware that some students may not be returning to our wonderful school. Your students will be missed, and we understand that circumstances change. To coordinate with your students' future school please inform us as soon as possible by connecting with us in the office at scmcintyre@cbe.ab.ca only if your student is not going to be attending David Thompson in the fall of 2025.
Grade 6 field trips
Please ensure that your students are dressed comfortably for the weather. Bring water bottles, appropriate footwear, hats, and please be prepared for the activities of the day.
June 23 Grade 6 Field trip Tennis
June 24 Grade 6 Field trip ZOO
June 25 Grade 6 Field trip Climbing Center
Thank you!
J Poirier
Band Students
Please return any instruments and materials you may have at home before the end of the school year.
If your child is interested in renting an instrument over the summer, please have them leave the instrument in Mr. McClary’s office or bring to him before the end of next week. Forms will be emailed and printed, and available to return at the end of next week.
Band Shirts – If your child is in grade 7 or 8 and not returning to band next year, please wash their band shirt and bring it back to Mr. McClary before the end of the school year. If your child is returning to band next year, they can keep their band shirts. Grade 9’s may keep their band shirts, if they do not want to keep their band shirts please wash and bring back to Mr. McClary.
Best,
Mr. Casey McClary
Outdoor Ed
Grade 7 Outdoor Ed. Orienteering field trip from 10am-2pm on June 19
- this is for outdoor ed student who have previously signed up for this field trip
- students need to pack their lunch for the trip and bring appropriate layers for the forecasted weather
Thank you!
Tessa Miller, Physical Education, Outdoor Education
SALTS 2026 Interest Survey
Grade 9 students at David Thompson have the unique opportunity to participate in a 5-day sailing trip aboard a tall ship in the Lower Gulf Islands off the coast of Victoria BC. We are looking to gauge interest in this opportunity in the spring of 2026.
About the trip: This is a 5 day (Monday to Friday) off-site activity where students live, eat, sleep, on a 70 ft tall ship while learning to sail in the Lower Gulf Islands near Victoria, BC. SALTS (Sail and Life Training Society) are the service provider. Students learn valuable lessons about teamwork, perseverance, and grit, while also developing a greater understanding of the natural world as they explore the Gulf Islands – marine ecosystems, local Indigenous history, environmental issues and sustainability.
The approximate cost of this trip would be $2500. This fee covers the cost of flights, transportation, accommodations and food during the trip. You can find more information on group sails at www.salts.ca
Current grade 8 families, please fill out this survey to indicate your interest https://forms.office.com/r/mqM1rR6e5P
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Margaret Matheson, B.Sc., B.Ed.
Learning Leader | Grade 7-9 Math & Science
Library books are now due
All library books and textbooks are due back now. Bring all books from home back to the school and return them in the black book return bin in the Learning commons. Textbooks, please bring to Mrs. Lybbert on Tuesday and Thursday to be returned.
Thank you
Melanie
Important Dates
June 16- Gr 6 & 9 ELA PAT
June 16- Grade 5 Field Trip (Hangar Air Museum)
June 16 - Grade 9 Activity Afternoon (Outdoor)
June 17- Gr 6 & 9 Math PAT
June 17- Grade 5 Field Trip (Hangar Air Museum)
June 17 - Grade 8 Activity Afternoon (Outdoor)
June 18 - PAT Wednesday Gr 6&9 Social Studies
June 18 - Grade 7 Activity Afternoon (Outdoor)
June 19 – School Council AGM 6 pm (In-Person)
June 19 - Grade 9 SC PAT
June 19 - Grade 5/6 Activity Afternoon (outdoor)
June 19 - Locker Clean Out
June 19 - Gr. 7 Outdoor Ed. Fish Creek Orienteering
June 20 - Celebration of National Indigenous Peoples Day planned by G7 Leadership classes
June 23 - Gr 6 Tennis
June 23 - Gr 5 Bowling
June 24 – Grade 9 trip to Banff
June 24 –Gr 6 Zoo Trip
June 24 - Gr 7 Walking Trips
June 25 – Grade 9 Farewell Celebration
June 25 - Gr 6 Climbing
June 25 - Gr 7 Walking Trips
June 26 – Year-End Celebration of Learning Assembly
Dates of Significance
“Go Tigers!”
École David Thompson School
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