Welcome Back to the First Week of 2026-2027!  

We are so excited to have all our student back in the building as we start another exciting new year at Woodlands School. Each Wednesday we will be posting our Weekly Update on the Woodlands School website. This publication will let you know about exciting news and happenings around Woodlands School for the coming week. In addition, if you are looking for more detailed information about our school, upcoming events, policies, teacher blog links, etc. check the school website for more details. As well you can find additional important CBE system dates on the Woodlands School Instructional Calendar and in the Woodlands School Calendar section.  

Parking Changes !!

We have some changes to the parking on Woodgreen Drive and wanted you to be aware of them.

From the corner of Woodgreen Drive and Woodpark Blvd to the end of the tennis courts is now a No Parking, passenger loading zone from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm on school days, 10 minutes maximum.

Along Woodgreen Drive from the front of the school east to the end of the school property/neighbour’s fence is a School bus only zone from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm.

If you are driving your child to or from school we ask that you read and follow all signage. The parking lot across the street from the school is available to families. For safety reasons, the school parking lot is not to be used for dropping off or picking up children. 

The children have been asked to walk around the staff parking lot as opposed to walking through it. When you are dropping or picking up children from the front of the school, cross the street with the School Patrols. 

Staffing Updates 2026-27

Outdoor School - Mandatory Meeting for Parents

There will be a meeting for parents of all grade 5 and 6 students regarding the Outdoor School experience on September 9 from 6:00-7:00 PM. You must attend this meeting if your child will be attending the Outdoor School program.

Soccer Residency

Thanks to support from the Woodlands School Council, students in Grades K-6 will be participating in an active living soccer residency.  The coach will provide daily instruction in cooperative and fun skill building from September 8-11.  Soccer will take place outside weather permitting.    

Nature Play Residency

Thanks to support from the Woodlands School Council, students in Grades K-6 will be participating in a residency that supports wellness and the learning of high quality outdoor play experiences. Students will need to be prepared to be outside for activities on the school yard or walking to pre-selected areas in Fish Creek Park. The residency starts on Monday, September 14 and is rescheduled from October last year.

Book Fair

We're excited to announce that our school will be hosting a NEW Book Fair this year from Owl’s Nest which is local company to Calgary, it will take place from September 16 – September 18 at Woodlands Elementary.  This is an excellent fundraiser for our wonderful Library. Are you available to volunteer? See Related Information for details.

Meet the Teacher and Woodlands School Council Ice Cream Social – Sept 17 

You and your family are invited to Woodlands School  for a Meet the Teacher evening and the Woodlands School Council Association Ice-cream Social Fundraiser on Thursday September 17 from 5 -7 pm.  They will also be accepting bottles for the Bottle Drive!

Rain or Shine this event will take place outside by the school playground. This is a lovely way to connect as a school community and meet with families and friends after the summer break!!   

Photo Day - Individual and Class Photos

Bring you smile on September 23! Student photos will be taken starting with the younger grades and moving to the older grades through the day.

Woodlands School Council Meeting

Our School Council is very excited to welcome everyone back for the start of the 2025-26 school year.  All parents/guardians are welcome to attend the School Council meeting which will be held on September 23 at 6:30 PM at Woodlands School in our Learning Commons.  School Council welcomes all parents/guardians of Woodlands School who are interested in joining the council executive, or those who just want to listen, learn, and be part of sharing ideas about our school.  Meeting dates for the year as well as meeting agendas, minutes, and Council members are on the Woodlands School website at the link above.   

After School Dismissal

A reminder to families that there is no after school adult supervision at the playground or on the school grounds.  Students are encouraged to leave the school to travel home after school, unless they are supervised by you at the playground or on school grounds.  This really helps to reduce the likelihood of students in conflict with one another.  We appreciate your support with this.

Your MyCBE Account

Please ensure you have access to your MyCBE account.  MyCBE is the simplest and most convenient way to book parent teacher conferences, register for school services (e.g., lunch supervision), apply for waivers, and pay fees including noon supervision services, drop-in lunch fees and field trips. 

Using MyCBE for ALL fee payments is the preferred payment option for all CBE families when paying for school-based and board-based fees.  Credit/Debit card payments can also be made at the school.  No Cash or Cheques accepted in the school office. 

Need help setting up your MyCBE Account or with submitting a waiver, please view the step by step instructions on the CBE website under Technical support for Student and Parents or phone 403-817-6373 or visit the school for assistance.

Demographic Verification Forms and Consents

Please login to your MyCBE account to update your information. Often phone numbers change or an address has an incorrect postal code - so check carefully. As well, remember to add contact information for any before/after school care groups who will be delivering or picking up your child(ren) after school!

Online Demographic Verification and Annual Authorization Forms

SchoolEngage is CBE’s online application for collecting student data.  It is a program that allows legal guardians to submit student information through online forms and upload related documents.  The following will need to be completed this year:

• Demographic Verification Form (formerly Student Demographic Verification Form)

REMEMBER to include your child's after school care in the contact information with pickup permission!

• Annual Authorization Form (combines the following):
  o   School District Use of Personal Information
  o   Consent for CBE Use of Student Information
  o   Consent for Use of Student Information by News Media and Outside Groups
• Citizenship Information Update Form
• SchoolEngage can be accessed through the MyCBE Public Portal website for Legal Guardians.  For detailed instructions for parents, please visit Technical Support for Students and Parents or School Engage Help.  The Demographic Verification Form and Annual Authorization Form must be completed before the end of September. 

Lunch Supervision – Registration Deadline End of September

A reminder to families to register for Lunch Supervision Services for those students bringing their lunch to school. Woodlands School has a 4-day a week Monday to Thursday program. Students must register for the Noon Supervision program through MyCBE. For more information visit our Noon Supervision page. Registration is required now. The fee will be applied to your MyCBE Account mid October.  Waivers are available through your MyCBE account to low-income families for this fee.

Reporting Late and Absent Students

At Woodlands School one of our greatest priorities is ensuring that all our students arrive safely to school. Please report all late and/or absent students. Send emails to woodlands@cbe.ab.ca or call our attendance line at 403-777-8640 extension 1 to leave a message. Please do not call the office directly, as the mornings are very busy in the main office. If your child will be away for several days for any reason, emailing or calling the school with dates for an extended absence is required. When a student is away on an extended leave of two weeks or more, an Extended Absence Form must be completed by a legal guardian. 

Free YMCA Pass for Grade 6 students

Every Grade 6 student in Calgary is eligible to receive a free YMCA 13-month membership to the YMCA, thanks to the generous support of the Calgary Flames Foundation. Learn more: https://www.ymcacalgary.org/grade6

School Council Updates

Thank-you to those who have accepted roles on Council for next year including Co-Chairs Tea Cymek and Dustin Worts. Please see the Woodlands School website for full Council updates. Consider attending Council Meetings this year to stay in the know and support students in any way that suits your schedule and interest!     

Look for School Council updates in the new year, including the Ice Cream Social and Meet the Teacher event scheduled for September 17.

Ways to Connect with Woodlands School Council

Parent Council Website & Facebook Group
The Woodlands Parent Council website is now live:
www.woodlandsparents.org

The site includes council information, fundraisers, events, and ways for families to get in touch.

Woodlands School Family Group
 ttps://www.facebook.com/groups/374008614282898

This group is used for reminders, updates, and general community communication.