MidSun Messenger  

Week of October 5 – 9, 2026 

Monday, October 5 – Day 4

  • World Teacher’s Day 
  • Sr. Boys Basketball – 7:45 a.m.
  • Girls Soccer – 3:50 p.m.
  • Jr. Boys Basketball – 3:50 p.m.
  • Boys Soccer @ MidSun – 4:30 p.m.
  • Jr. Girls Basketball @ Dr. George Stanley – 5:30 p.m.
  • Sr. Girls Basketball @ Dr. George Stanley – 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, October 6 - Day 5

  • Girls Soccer @ MidSun – 4:30 p.m.
  • Jr. Boys Basketball @ MidSun – 4:30 p.m.
  • Sr. Boys Basketball @ MidSun – 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, October 7 – Day 6

  • Healthy Hunger – Little Caesars
  • Boys Soccer @ MidSun – 4:30 p.m.
  • Jr. Girls Basketball @ Marshall Springs – 5:30 p.m.
  • Sr. Girls Basketball @ Marshall Springs – 6:30 p.m.

Thursday October 8 – Day 7

  • Jr. Boys Basketball – 7:45 a.m.
  • Sr. Boys Basketball – 3:50 p.m.
  • Girls Soccer @ MidSun – 4:30 p.m.

Friday, October 9- Day A

  • World Mental Health Day - Student Activities - Per 3 
  • Seussical Musical - Rehearsal - 1:30 - 3:00 pm 

Upcoming Events 

  • October 12 – School Closed – Thanksgiving
  • October 14 – Drama Field Trip – Theatre Calgary: Little Shop of Horrors
  • October 19 – Non-Instructional Day – No School for Students
  • October 21 – Healthy Hunger – A & W
  • October 22 – Picture Retakes
  • October 26 – Envoe to Kananaskis
  • October 27 – School Council Meeting Learning Commons 6:00 pm

From Administration

Celebrating World Teachers’ Day – October 5

As we recognize World Teachers’ Day on October 5, we want to take a moment to celebrate the incredible teachers at MidSun. Every day, our teachers create welcoming classrooms, build meaningful relationships, inspire curiosity and support our students as they learn and grow. Thank you to our MidSun teachers for the care, energy and commitment you bring to our students and school community each day!

Our 2026–27 Commitment to Truth and Reconciliation

In recognition of National Indigenous Peoples Day and in alignment with the CBE Education Plan, MidSun School acknowledges and supports the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Calls to Action. Truth-and-Reconciliation-Commit…

This year, our commitment is to build staff and student purpose, community, action and knowledge through Kimmapiiyipitssini (kindness) and Iikakimat (hard work). Together, we will greet each other—and opportunities to learn from Indigenous ways of knowing, being and doing—like we greet the sun. Truth-and-Reconciliation-Commit…

Please click here to read our full 2026–27 Commitment to Truth and Reconciliation.

Thank you, MidSun! Our Terry Fox donations have reached $2,235, which means that for the first time in MidSun history, every staff challenge has been unlocked! We are so grateful for the generosity and school spirit of our community. From costumes and spray tans to an ice bucket, ghost pepper, tattoos and even an ear piercing, our staff now have some promises to keep! Watch for the challenges to unfold and thank you for supporting the Terry Fox Foundation.

There is still time to contribute! Online donations will remain open until October 16.

Donate to MidSun’s Terry Fox campaign: Online Donations: https://schools.terryfox.ca/137067  

Thank you for helping us keep Terry’s Marathon of Hope alive!

Lockdown Practice #1

MidSun will be completing our first lockdown practice of the year this week, with members of the Calgary Police Service (CPS) onsite to assist. Lockdown practices are an important part of CBE emergency response planning and help ensure students and staff are familiar with procedures and know how to respond calmly and safely in an emergency.

DRAMA

Drama Field Trip: Little Shop of Horrors at Theatre Calgary!

We have the exciting opportunity to bring 60 students to see Little Shop of Horrors at Theatre Calgary on Oct. 14th at 11:00 AM. Due to the limited number of tickets, priority will be given to Drama students first, followed by Grade 9, Grade 8, and Grade 7 students. Within each group, tickets will be allocated based on the order that completed field trip forms are returned.


Students should see Ms. Zima to pick up a field trip form and return it as soon as possible. Once all 60 tickets have been allocated, we will be at capacity.

Our 2026–27 MidSun Musical is… Seussical Jr.

We are excited to announce that Ms. Zima and our Drama Club will be presenting Seussical Jr. as this year’s MidSun musical!

Want to be part of the musical? Students interested in participating on stage or backstage are invited to join us.

  • First rehearsal: Friday, Oct. 2
  • Time: 1:30–3:00 p.m.
  • Music rehearsals: Fridays from October–December, 1:30–3:00 p.m.
  • No previous stage experience is necessary!

Come sing, perform, create and help bring Seussical Jr. to the MidSun stage! Questions? Please see Ms. Zima.

Fridays Matter at MidSun 

Did you know… attendance adds up?

  • The school year includes 188 instructional days
  • Missing 1 day means missing 1 full day of learning and connection
  • Missing 5 days is the equivalent of one full week of instruction
  • Missing 10 days equals almost two weeks of learning
  • Even occasional absences can impact continuity, relationships, and progress
  • Fridays are full instructional days, just like every other day of the week

Regular attendance supports learning, well-being, and a strong sense of belonging at school.

Save the Date – MidSun Fundraising Casino

February 4 & 5, 2027

Please save the date for the MidSun School Fundraising Casino. Watch upcoming editions of the Messenger for more information and volunteer opportunities.

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

Healthy Hunger Fun Lunch – Ordering is Now Open!

Healthy Hunger Fun Lunch is now open and ready for ordering! Fun Lunches will be delivered on Wednesdays, with the order deadline on the Friday before each Fun Lunch.

Parents – Are you able to help with our Fun Lunches? We are looking for parent volunteers to assist with sorting and distributing lunches on Fun Lunch days. If you are available to help, please sign up using the volunteer link below:

Volunteer Sign-Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094CAFA92EA4FDC07-65618863-midsun#/

Important: When registering your child for Healthy Hunger Fun Lunch, please double-check that you select the correct homeroom. This helps ensure lunches are delivered to the right classroom and prevents students from missing their ordered lunch.

For Ordering Click HERE https://healthyhunger.ca/ 

Thank you for supporting our Healthy Hunger Fun Lunch program. We look forward to another great year of Wednesday lunches!

Wednesdays are dates for Healthy Hunger/Fun Lunch

  • Oct 21 – A&W
  • Nov 4 – The Saucy Bread Company
  • Nov 18 – Opa
  • Dec 2 – Papa John's
  • Dec 16 – Subway / Kernels
  • Jan 6 – Little Caesars
  • Jan 20 – A&W
  • Feb 3 – The Saucy Bread Company
  • Feb 17 – Taco Time
  • Mar 3 – Papa John's
  • Mar 17 – Subway
  • Apr 7 – Little Caesars
  • Apr 21 – T.S.B. Company
  • May 5 – A&W
  • May 19 – Papa John's
  • Jun 2 – Opa
  • Jun 16 – Subway
  • Jun 23 – Kernels

MidSun School Council 

Our Next School Council Meeting is on Tuesday, October 27 at 6:00 pm. Our meeting will be held in our Learning Commons - doors open at 5:45 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 2026-27 meetings HERE for your review. 

Our School Council is an important way for parents and guardians to be involved in the MidSun community, share their perspectives, and support our students and school

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https://www.cbe.ab.ca/school-news-and-messages 

Helpful Reminders 

CBE Caregiver Series – October Sessions

CBE is offering several free learning opportunities for parents and caregivers this October. Please use the linked poster to register for each session.

  • Oct. 6 | 12:00–1:30 p.m. – Unmasking ADHD in Girls: Part 1
    Understanding how ADHD can present differently in girls.
    Poster & Registration
  • Oct. 6 | 6:30–8:00 p.m. – Mental Health & Youth
    Understanding youth mental health, recognizing concerns and supporting positive well-being.
    Poster & Registration
  • Oct. 8 | 12:00–1:30 p.m. – Unmasking ADHD in Girls: Part 2
    Practical strategies to support executive functioning and everyday demands.
    Poster & Registration
  • Oct. 13 | 6:30–8:00 p.m. – Vaping & Youth
    Learn about vaping, nicotine and cannabis risks, and how to talk with teens about vaping.
    Poster & Registration
  • Oct. 14 | 6:30–8:30 p.m. – School Avoidance & Attendance – IN PERSON
    Strategies to reduce school-related distress, build confidence and improve attendance.
    Location: Sir John A. Macdonald School, 6600 4 St NW
    Poster & Registration
  • Oct. 20 | 6:30–8:00 p.m. – Raising Healthy Humans in a Digital World
    Supporting healthy technology use, mental health and conversations about growing up online.
    Poster & Registration
  • Oct. 21 | 6:30–8:00 p.m. – Sexual Health: Conversations at Home
    Tips and resources for talking with children and teens about bodies, relationships, boundaries and sexual health.
    Poster & Registration
  • Oct. 22 | 12:00–1:30 p.m. – Stress, Stigma & Safety
    Supporting youth impacted by the stress and stigma of a parent’s substance use.
    Poster & Registration
  • Oct. 28 | 6:30–8:30 p.m. – School Avoidance & Sleep Hygiene – IN PERSON
    Strategies to improve sleep, attendance and communication with your child.
    Location: Sir John A. Macdonald School, 6600 4 St NW
    Poster & Registration

Alberta Health Service

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:

Other Resources

  • Distress Centre: 403-266-4357
  • Health Link Alberta: 811
  • Addiction Services Helpline: 1-866-332-2322
  • Mental Health Helpline: 1-877-303-2642
  • Family Violence Info Line: 310-1818
  • Canadian Mental Health Association Alberta Division: 780-482-6576
  • Suicide Information and Education Services: 403-342-4966