Dear Thomas B. Riley families,
Cultural Week Celebrations
Thank you to all of our students who did an absolutely incredible job in our cultural assembly last Tuesday morning. The poems, the songs, the dances, and the fashion show were a smashing success. It was heartwarming to see our students cheering each other on and celebrating the cultural diversity we have at TBR. A huge shout out to our Grade 7 teachers for the substantial amount of work that went into this learning assembly. We greatly appreciate the lengths they took to incorporate student voice throughout this student-led assembly.
Thank you to the families and students who contributed to our whole-school potluck on Wednesday. We had a huge turnout of food to share. We appreciate the time and attention of everyone in sharing their unique cultural dishes. All of the feedback from students was that they had the best time!
Spirit Day – Dress like a Teacher/Dress like a Student Day
We are holding our annual dress like a teacher (students) and dress like a Jr. High student (teachers) day on Friday February 21, 2025. We invite all students to participate.
Thirsk Course Selection
For students attending Robert Thirsk High School next year, there will be a course selection session with school staff on February 18, 2025 at 12:30pm-2:30pm at TBR.
Alberta International Band Festival – Grade 8 – February 19
All Grade 8 band students will attend the band festival on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. The bus will be leaving at 8:30am and returning around noon. Attendance is mandatory as part of the band program. If your child is unable to attend due to unavoidable reasons they must remain at home. There is no alternative activities at the school in lieu of the field trip.
Unofficial Photo Day – February 19
For any of our new students who have recently joined our school, Mrs. Sproxton will be holding an “unofficial photo day” throughout the day on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. This is not for retakes. This is only for students who do not have a photo for our school yearbook as they were absent for both photo days.
Human Sexuality Letters – Exemption Form
Forms have gone home regarding the upcoming unit on Health on Human Sexuality. This will be part of the module rotation in Phys. Ed classes in the upcoming term. The primary resource that will be used for in-class instruction is: https://teachingsexualhealth.ca/
The exemption form only needs to be returned to PE teachers if you wish for your child NOT to participate in the module. All forms must be returned prior to February 18, 2025. An alternate assignment will be given to those students who return the form to opt out of these lessons.
Please email the exemption form directly to your child’s PE teacher if you would like for your child to participate. Paper copies are available upon request.
School Lottery for TLC is now closed
The school lottery for available spots took place on February 13, 2025. If you have applied to this program for the Fall, please ensure that you complete your acceptance by sending an email to Mrs. Platt at klplatt@cbe.ab.ca This will complete your registration.
For more information on our TLC Program see our school webpage: https://thomasbriley.cbe.ab.ca/traditional-learning
Upcoming Events this Week:
Monday:
- No School
Tuesday:
- Creative Writing Club 11:25am-12:00pm
- Thirsk Course Selection 12:30pm-2:30pm
- Model UN Session – Rm 17 2:30pm-3:30pm
- Sr. Boys Volleyball Practice 2:45pm-3:45pm
- Girls Volleyball Game @QE (Away) Jr Team (4-5pm) Sr. Team (5-6pm)
Wednesday:
- Grade 8 AB Band Festival 8:30am-12:00pm
- Board Games Club in Rm 14– 11:30am-12:00pm
- Dungeons and Dragons Club 11:30am-11:55pm in Room 1
- Jr and Sr Volleyball Practice 11:30am-12:00pm
- Jr. Girls Volleyball Practice 2:30pm-3:45pm
- Musical Rehearsal – 2:45pm-3:45pm
- Boys Volleyball GPV@TBR (Home) - Jr Team (4-5pm) Sr. Team (5-6pm)
Thursday:
- Fun Lunch - Hankki
- Grade 7 Study Hall 11:20am-12:00pm
- Pride Club 11:20am-12:00pm
- Model UN Team Practice 11:30pm-12:00pm
- Sr Boys Volleyball Practice 11:30am-12:00pm
- TBR Jazz Band 2:30pm-3:45pm
- Grade 9 Band rehearsal 2:40pm-3:45pm
- Girls Volleyball GPV@TBR (Home) - Jr Team (4-5pm) Sr. Team (5-6pm)
Friday:
- Spirt Day – Dress like a teacher/Jr. High student
Have a great week!
Sincerely,
Tiffany Austin
Principal, Thomas B. Riley School