Dear Lynx families/Chères familles Lynx,
I want to start by thanking all the families, students and teachers for welcoming me back. It feels good to be back at Vanier, walking the halls and interacting with students and staff again. I want to thank Ms. Richardson for filling in for me while I was away, and Mme. Laurelle for acting as Principal during the same period.
It was a busy week to return to Vanier! Spirit weeks are in full swing as we head into spring break, more information is below as to what is happening. Also, happy Ramadan to all those students celebrating this holiday over the coming month!
A group of future French Immersion students came to visit and work with our current students on Friday. I had a chance to speak with our new immersion students and it was wonderful to see such a broad array of schools represented.
Our leadership students have started visiting both Buchanan and Mount View schools. They are working with younger students as mentors, reading buddies, creating relationships and setting an example for our future grade 7 students. Thank you to Ms. Kang and Mr. Petrowitsch for supporting this work.
I wanted to let all families know that a School Council CocoBrooks School Fundraiser Event will be communicated with them soon! Please check your email for more information. These events provide much-needed funding to support our students with costs for field trips, events and other opportunities that enrich our programming.
Finally, a reminder to all families that as we return from Spring Break (at the start of April) we will be going Away for the day, all day. This means students will not be permitted to have their phones over lunch. They can check them quickly while visiting their lockers, but they need to remain there. I believe the first few weeks back will be an adjustment for students, so we would appreciate your support in reinforcing this message.
Bonne fin de semaine,
Chad Edmonds – Principal Georges P Vanier School
Our UPDATED Georges P. Vanier School website has information as well:
https://georgespvanier.cbe.ab.ca.
Healthy Hunger
To all those families who ordered Mr. Pretzels please accept our apologies for the confusion around the order and delivery of the pretzels. We are currently working with the provider to remedy the situation. As soon as we know more, I will let you know.
Semaine (MOIS!) de la Francophonie – French Week (MONTH!)
We are celebrating French Culture here at GPV all month long! With the 50th Anniversary of the French Immersion in the CBE, we are celebrating francophone culture in many ways.
See the video celebrating this CBE anniversary here: 50th Anniversary of French Immersion
- Artist in Residence Mat Mailandt will be here from March 7 – 21. He will be engaging with classes to develop language competencies in both French and English. This improvisation activity is highly interactive and will be done with student homerooms.
- Door decorating last Friday was a great success! Congratulations to Homerooms for their creative displays. Winners will be announced this week.
- March Spirit Days Calendar
- Cafeteria French Inspired Treats March 18 – 21: croissant sandwiches and poutine along with other treats this week.
- French Cafe: crepes, croissants and other treats for sale on Wednesday March 20. Ordering information coming soon!
- Lunch Hour activities March 18 – 21 with French movies, Trivia, visit from Bonhomme, Photo Booth, Carnaval games, bracelet making and more!
Badminton Try-outs start April 2
Get your rackets out and prepare to compete! Please see the schedule for badminton try-outs to see when the Junior Team and Senior Teams will evaluate.
The Junior coaches this year are Ms. Suelzle & Mr. Brown, and the Senior Team coaches are Mr. Park and Mme Cosgrove. Try-outs start the first day back after Spring Break. See calendar.
Science Opportunity
We wanted to share a science opportunity with our families that was brought to our attention from a parent in the community. A free event is coming up next weekend!
Upcoming Sports Dates
Monday, March 18 – Sr Boys Volleyball @ Queen Elizabeth (Semi-Finals)
Tuesday, March 19 – Sr Girls Volleyball wrap up lunch
Wednesday, March 20 –
Thursday, March 21 –
Friday, March 22 – no school
Upcoming Dates
Mar. 18: Spirit Day – Jersey Day, show some love for your favourite sports team
Mar. 18: French Immersion (Early & Late Programs) Gr. 8 to French for the Future
Mar. 19: Spirit Day – Plaid Day, dress like a French lumberjack
Mar. 20: Spirit Day – Lynx Day, wear your Lynx gear or wear navy and white
Mar. 20: French Immersion (Early & Late programs) Grade 7 to 50th Anniversary Celebration of Frech Immersion in CBE
Mar. 21: Teacher/Student Swap Day, dress as your favourite teacher or student
Mar. 21: Parent-Teacher Conferences (in-person, 4:30 – 8:00)
Mar. 22: Parent-Teacher Conferences (online, 9:00 – 2:00)
Mar. 22: Non-Instruction Day (no school for students)
Mar. 25 – Apr. 1: Spring Break!
Apr. 2: Welcome back to school!
Apr. 2: Badminton Season Starts
Apr. 5: Pie Day Assembly