May 26 - 30, 2025

THIS WEEK

Monday, May 26 - Day 5

• Grade 9 Band Trip – Camp Caroline
• Track at 4 pm -Long Jump; High Jump 7’s; Discus;100m

Tuesday, May 27 – Day 6

• D & D at  Lunch 
• Track at 4pm - Shot Put; High Jump 8’s; 300/600 
• MidSun School Council Meeting at 6:30 - 8:30 pm Learning Commons

Wednesday, May 28 – Day 7

•  Healthy Hunger - Subway
• GSA at Lunch 
•  Track at 4 pm - High Jump 9’s;Hurdles; Discus; Shot Put

Thursday, May 29 – Day 1

• Grade 9 English Language Arts PAT Exam- Written - Part A 
• French Club at Lunch 
• Track at  4 pm - Long Jump; Hurdles; 100m; 300/600

Friday, May 30 – Day B

• Wellness Day Event at MidSun - Key Notes Speaker: Ryan Straschnitzki

Upcoming Dates

June 2:  Spring Carnival

June 3:  Gr 9 Vaccine Follow Up

June 5:  Band Concert at 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

June 11: Track & Field Meet at 8:00 am – 4:00 pm

June 12: IPP’s Sent Home

June 13: Gr 9 Math PAT Exam – Part A

June 13: All Library Books due back to school today

June 16: Gr 9 English Language Arts PAT Exam – Part B

June 17: Gr 9 Math PAT Exam - Part B

June 18: Gr 9 Social Studies PAT Exam

June 18: Gr 8 to Calaway Park

June 19: Gr 9 Science PAT Exam

June 19: IPP Signature Pages Due

June 20: Gr 9 Field Trip to Calaway Park at 9:30 am – 3:00 pm

June 24: Gr 9 Farewell Celebration MidSun School Gym at 10:00 am – 11:30 am

June 24: Sports Day

June 25: Report Card Viewing Opens

June 25: All Gr 7s to Heritage Park at 9:15 am – 2:30 pm

June 26: Battle of the Bands – Fine Arts Tea,

June 26: Last day of school – Early Dismissal at 12:50 pm

June 27: Non Instructional Day – Appeals Day

From Administration

 It will be a great week of warmer weather in Calgary. Phys Ed classes will take place outside so please ensure your child is dressed appropriately with appropriate footwear to participate in the track and field unit. 

Parent PowerSchool Access Update

A reminder to parents that this week will be the final week to view student information on PowerSchool. As of Friday, May 30, PowerSchool access will be temporarily disabled to allow teachers time to complete report card entries. We encourage you to check in before Friday if you'd like to review your child’s current progress. Please contact your child’s teachers with any questions or concerns. 

PATs Grade 9 

The first exam for Grade 9 provincial achievement tests takes place on Thursday, May 29 - Grade 9 ELA - Written - Part A. All Exams Begin at 9:15 AM - Students Arrive at School for regular bell times to ensure they have enough time to prepare prior to the start of the exam.  

Tips for Families to help prepare for PATs. 

1. Understand the Purpose of PATs
PATs are used to assess how well students are learning the Alberta curriculum and to help schools identify areas for improvement. Reassure your child that these tests are not about ranking them, but about showing what they’ve learned so far.

2. Prioritize Rest and Routine
Make sure your child gets a good night's sleep before each exam day. A well-rested mind performs better. Stick to regular routines, including healthy meals and limited screen time, especially the night before.

3. Stay Positive and Supportive
Offer encouragement and remind your child that these tests are just one part of their learning journey. A calm, supportive home environment helps build confidence and reduces test anxiety.

Wellness Day – Friday, May 30

We’re excited to host our Wellness Day event on Friday, May 30! All students have signed up for two engaging sessions, and we extend our sincere thanks to our dedicated MidSun teachers for organizing this meaningful day that promotes health, well-being, and personal growth.

We’re also honored to welcome Ryan Straschnitzki as our keynote speaker. Ryan was paralyzed from the chest down in the tragic 2018 Humboldt Broncos bus accident that claimed 16 lives and injured 13 others. Since then, he has shown remarkable resilience, continuing to pursue athletic competition with the goal of representing Team Canada in wheelchair basketball at the 2028 Paralympics. Ryan will share his inspiring story of determination and perseverance with our students, focusing on resilience and overcoming life’s challenges.

We look forward to a powerful and uplifting day for all!

Athletics

The track and field team tryouts start next week after school.  If your student wants to try and get a faster time, a higher jump or a longer throw they can attend any practices they like.  Practices start at 3:50pm, and go till whenever each student is done. The latest finish time would be at 5:00 pm. They can attend multiple events each day if they choose.  Your student will be informed the first week of June if they made the track team and will be invited to attend the track meet at foothills athletic park all day on Wednesday June 11th.

Spring Carnival  June 2, 2025

The Leadership classes at MidSun School have been preparing for our traditional Spring Carnival. The theme for this year's carnival is: MidSun's Multiverse of Madness! This is a school wide event that will be focusing on raising money for this year's charity winner: The Children's Grief Centre.

The gymnasium will be transformed into a fun-filled day of games and activities for students to play. Students will need to either purchase a wristband for $10 or some individual tickets. A wristband allows for unlimited play. Students will have the chance to win draw tickets, and these draw tickets will be entered for a chance to win prizes. In past carnivals some of the amazing prizes were: Air Pods; a Bluetooth speaker; Chinook Mall gift card; Amazon gift card  etc. Prizes will be similar again this year and announced once they have been purchased. 

Thank you for your support in this Annual Charity Event!

Ms. Amirault & Mrs. Zima

Grade 8 & 9 Leadership Students

  🎉 MidSun School 50/50 Fundraiser – Time is Ticking! ⏳💰

Hey Parents & Guardians! Want a shot at winning big while supporting MidSun School? Our 50/50 fundraiser is your golden ticket! 🎟️✨

• 🕛 Sales close at 12:00 PM on May 27th! Don’t be the one saying, “I should have bought a ticket!” 😅
• Every ticket helps our school, and half the pot goes to one lucky winner (it could be YOU!). 🎊💵
• 👉 Grab your ticket now & share this link with friends and family! 🔗 https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/midsun-school

Grade 9 Farewell – Save the Date!

We are excited to invite families to our Grade 9 Farewell Celebration as we recognize and honour our students' transition to high school!

• Date: Tuesday, June 24
  Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
  Location: MidSun School Gymnasium

Due to limited seating capacity in our gym, we kindly ask that only immediate family members attend.

This special morning will include student reflections, presentations, and a chance to celebrate this important milestone together. More details will be shared in the coming weeks.

We look forward to celebrating with you! 

Previous Information Shared with MidSun Families Below

📚 Order Your MidSun Yearbook Today! 📸

Don't miss out on this year's memories—order your yearbook now!

💲 Price: $25.00

📅 Order Deadline: June 27

Click Here to Order: https://ybpay.lifetouch.ca/Order/SelectJob

Enter Yearbook ID Code: 15389625

Provincial Achievement Tests (PATs) May/June 2025 

In May and June of this year, Grade 9 students across the province will participate in the Provincial Achievement Tests (PATs). Results from these tests will provide Alberta Education, school administrators, teachers, parents/guardians, students, and the public with information about what students know and can do in relation to provincial standards at the end of Grade 9. These results can be used to improve learning opportunities for students and inform our School Development Plans for 2024-27  

Letter to Inform Parents/Guardians 

PAT Dates for 2025 - All Exams Begin at 9:15 AM - Students Arrive at School for regular bell times.

• Thursday, May 29 - Grade 9 ELA - Written - Part A
• Friday, June 13 - Grade 9 Math - Part A
• Monday, June 16 - Grade 9 ELA - Comprehension - Part B
• Tuesday, June 17 - Grade 9  Math - Part B
• Wednesday, June 18 - Grade 9 - Social 
• Thursday, June 19 - Grade 9 - Science 

From School Council 

 Our Next School Council Meeting is on Tuesday, May 27 at 6:30 pm. Our meeting will be held in our Learning Commons - doors open at 6:15 pm. 

• All parents are welcome to attend our monthly meetings. This is a wonderful opportunity to collaborate with teachers, administrators, and other parents to make a positive impact on the education and experience of our students.
• Please see a copy of the minutes from our 2024-25 meetings HERE for your review. 

Why Attend School Council Meetings?

• Have a Voice: Share your ideas and feedback to help shape the future of our school.
• Be Involved: Participate in important decisions and initiatives that affect our students, staff, and community.
• Support Our Students: Your insights and involvement help create a better learning environment for all children.
• How to Get Involved: We meet once a month and welcome parents with all levels of experience. Whether you're new to MidSun School or have been a part of our community for years, your contribution is valuable!

Please contact us at MidSunSchoolCouncil@gmail.com for more information or simply attend our meetings to share and participate in growing our community and opportunities for students. 

Reminders From Our Main Office 

 Absent or Leaving Early? Please email midsun@cbe.ab.ca   to let us know if your child will be away, late, or needs to leave early for any reason. 

Staying for Lunch? Delivery Food Orders for students such as “Skip the Dishes, Door Dash, etc.” are not permitted at MidSun. Please do not send these orders to the school. Our main office will not accept delivery.

Please note that students need to provide their own utensils at lunch, as the school does not have a budget for this.

Athletic Teams
If your student is/was part of a MidSun athletic team (soccer, basketball, wrestling, or volleyball) please make sure your fees are paid. At this time, we have a number of unpaid team fees, so please double check your school account.  Here is the link:  https://sis.cbe.ab.ca/public/

Athletic Team Games and Practices
To access the most current dates and times for all athletic team games and practices, click on this link:  https://midsun.cbe.ab.ca/athletics

Monday May 26

Don't Miss Out on School Messages!

Parents/guardians, to ensure you receive important information from your child’s school and the Calgary Board of Education, please click on the link for CALGARY CASL SUBSCRIBE https://calgary.schoolmessenger.com/cbe_subscribe

Outstanding Fees

Please check your student’s MyCBE account to ensure all outstanding fees are paid. A Monthly reminder will be sent to families with outstanding balances for field trips and fees.  Partial payments are accepted throughout our school year.   

School Clubs

Drama Games Club
Not in Drama this semester?  Love Drama games?
Join Drama Games Club every Day 1 for all of lunch in the Drama room.

Band - Jazz Band Rehearsals
Wednesdays Jazz 1 Rehearsal 8:00 am
Thursdays Jazz 2 Rehearsal 8:00 am

Fun Lunch

All proceeds go towards supporting the school and students. Please order through www.healthyhunger.ca
Place orders by the Friday before the scheduled day.  Order several days at once to avoid multiple administration fees. 

Fun Lunch Calendar     

• May 28     Subway
• June 11     A&W

 Alberta Health Services

Visit the AHS Community Education Service website to register for their free community programs. Topics include managing stress, bullying, peer-pressure, managing anxiety, grief and loss, brain science, addiction, birth control and sexuality, domestic violence.

Upcoming Programs:

• May 28: 1:00 – 3:00 pm - Dyslexia Essentials                    

Helpful Reminders

• Printable versions of our School Calendar and Day Rotation can be found on our school website.
• Does your child require an Epipen? For students who require access to medical supplies at school (i.e. epipen), please submit a Student Health Plan​ as soon as possible to midsun@cbe.ab.ca    
• New Families to MidSun School and Parent Information - Please click here to view our September 2024 Information for Parents for our school protocols and helpful links for MidSun School.