DTS Weekly Update – May 09, 2025
DTS Message de la semaine - le 09 mai
"The whole purpose of education is to turn mirrors into windows"
Sydney J. Harris
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Hello Tiger Families!
This week, we spent time talking about the importance of Mental Health Awareness, and it served as a great reminder for all of us—students, families, and staff alike—to prioritize our well-being. While the calendar is quickly filling up with exciting end-of-year events, we encourage you to take a step back when you can. The longer days and warmer weather offer a perfect opportunity to pause, get outside, and recharge both mentally and physically. Whether it’s a walk in the park, some quiet reading time, or simply enjoying a meal together without distractions, these small moments can make a big difference.
With gratitude,
The David Thompson School Team
Items in this update:
Happenings
- Administration Update
- Attendance
- Student Services Update
- Basketball Club
- Track and Field Tryouts
- Grade 6s
- Math 15 Summer School option for Grade 9s
- Grade 8 Art - Miniature Scenes
- Band students
- Outdoor Ed
- Badminton
- Bravely connected, information session for parents and caregivers
- Library Books overdue
- Important Dates
- Dates of Significance
Administration Update
Next week, Dr. Munroe will be away from the school Tuesday, May 13 - Thursday, May 15th.
Mr. Rolf Hansel will be in the office to support the school during her absence. Mr. Hansel is an experienced principal and was even a David Thompson administrator in the past. Should you have any questions or concerns, you can contact him at REHaensel@cbe.ab.ca.
Attendance
It is important that you call the school if your child is going to be absent or late. Please report all absences to the Attendance Line at 403-777-7430 ext.1.
Please make sure to spell the student’s last name and include the date of the absence in the message.
Alternatively, you can email Ms. Shawna in the main office at: See more on our attendance page: davidthompson.cbe.ab.ca
Please note that you will automatically be notified of your students' absence, upon the attendance submission, promptly at the beginning of 1st period.
If you have already sent your student to school knowingly, please disregard the School Messenger notification. Your student's attendance will be amended. If your student has been marked absent due to error, please leave a message on the attendance line rather than calling the office.
Student Services Update
We want to inform you that our Student Services staff member will unfortunately not be returning for the remainder of the school year. While we understand that this may be concerning, please rest assured that we are committed to continuing to support our students and families. Our team will remain available to assist with any needs or concerns you may have, and we will ensure that students receive the help and resources they require during this time. Please feel free to reach out to us if you need any support or have any questions.
Basketball Club
Students who are interested in starting their day with some basketball before class starts are welcome to join our new basketball club on Thursday mornings 7:30-7:55am.
Track and Field Tryouts
Track and Field tryouts are occurring during Phys. Ed classes next week. Students interested in the Track and Field team are encouraged to ensure they are wearing appropriate footwear.
Grade 6s
Grade 6 Students will go for a full day activity at Central Library and City Hall on May 21st, 2025. Please contact homeroom teachers for more information or if you want to volunteer.
June 23-Walking field trip for Tennis
June 24- Field trip to the Zoo
Math 15 Summer School option for Grade 9's
Interested Grade 9 students are able to take a 3 credit online course during the summer through CBe-learn. This class does not take the place of their designated high school's math prep course and is not as in-depth as the 5 credit class they may be already registered for in the fall.
This summer school class is meant to build confidence for students who are nervous about the transition to high school and will review some key Grade 9 concepts. If a student was recommended for Math 15 Prep and Math 10C, this course will not replace the Math 15 Prep. Math 15 Summer school is optional and is completely online.
Please contact Mrs. Matheson at mammatheson@cbe.ab.ca if your student is interested in this opportunity.
Grade 8 Art
Grade 8 art classes are going to be making miniature scenes, but we need cereal boxes to do it. We would like to ask DT families to please send any empty ones to us instead of recycling them!
Band Students:
These are some important dates for band families to note.
Due to scheduling conflicts and concerns, our Spring Concert has been cancelled. Additionally, there will also be no ‘Feeder School’ concert field trips. Mr. McClary apologizes for the change in plans.
ABA Festival Field trip forms will now be accepted at the office. The deadline for forms is Thursday May 15th. Mr. McClary will have copies of the forms available in the band room. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to get in touch with Mr. McClary.
The David Thompson School Jazz Band will be performing at the Fine Arts Gala in the evening on Thursday, June 5th.
The David Thompson School Year End Band Concert will be on Friday June 6th, at 7:30 PM, in the main gymnasium.
Grade 7 ABA Festival Field Trip: Tuesday May 20th
Grade 8 & 9 ABA Festival Field Trip: Wednesday May 21st
An email will be sent to parents via school messenger before the end of the week
Best,
Mr. Casey McClary
Band – Music – Guitar – P.E
Outdoor Ed
Monday, May 12: Parent Meeting for Grade 8 Outdoor Ed. Camping Trip (7:00pm)
Tessa Miller
Outdoor Ed | Phys. Ed | David Thompson School
Badminton
The Senior badminton team will play in their annual tournament at Henry Wisewood High School next Tuesday at 16h30. Come and cheer them on!
Coach
Ben Beaudoin, BA., B.Ed., M.Ed.
Ben Beaudoin
Bravely connected, information session for parents and caregivers
Library Books overdue
Hi,
Many students have overdue library books, and it would be great to get these books returned to the learning commons so others can enjoy the books before the end of the school year. If you are still reading the books, please renew your books with Mrs. Lybbert in the learning commons.
Believe in your-shelf and your ability to return your overdue! Please get these items to the library as quickly as you can.
Thanks,
Melanie
Important Dates
May 12: Parent Meeting for Grade 8 Outdoor Ed. Camping Trip (7:00pm)
May 13 – Outdoor Ed Parent Meeting
May 13- Badminton tournament @ Henry Wisewood Highschool
May 20- Grade 7 ABA Festival Field Trip
May 21- Central Library and City Hall Grade 6
May 21- Grade 8 & 9 ABA Festival Field Trip
May 26 – In-Person School Council Meeting
Dates of Significance
“Go Tigers!”
École David Thompson School
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