It finally looks like Spring is here! Nonetheless, please ensure students dress in layers as Calgary weather can change in a moments notice. 

Please see information for this week:

Important April Dates

See our School Calendar

• Friday, April 24 - No School | Non-Instructional Day 

Provincial Achievement Tests (PATs): Grade 9

In May and June of this year, Grade 9 students across the province will participate in the Provincial Achievement Tests (PATs) using the Digital Assessment Platform (Vretta). Grade 9 students will complete PATs in English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies.

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. Provincial Achievement Tests are based on what students have been learning throughout the school year. The dates of the assessments are as follows:

Grade 9

• ELA "A" (Written): Thursday, May 21.
• ELA "B": Tuesday, June 9.
• Math "A": Tuesday, June 16.
• Math "B": Friday, June 19.
• Social Studies: Monday, June 22.
• Science: Tuesday, June 23.

Grade 9 Farewell – Coco Brooks Pizza Fundraiser

Grade 9 students have set themselves up as sellers for Coco Brooks Pizza fundraising for their farewell in June (online orders only, no cash orders please!). Please talk to your child about ordering pizza, dessert, appetizers, or pre-made meals (yes! grade 7 and 8 families are more than welcome to order from the grade 9s). Sales online are open now and close April 22. Items will be delivered to the school on May 17 for student distribution.

Summer School - Math 15

Current CBE students in Grade 9 can only register in Mathematics 15. Families will be notified by email the week of June 1-5, 2026 as to whether or not they have been enrolled. If a student does not receive confirmation by June 3, they should check their MyCBE account for a summer school registration. If they don't see one, they can contact cbelearn@cbe.ab.ca.

Mathematics 15

This course is focused on improving student mastery of mathematical skills, concepts and ideas. Students will build numeracy through thinking critically, identifying and solving complex problems, and demonstrating good communication skills. Learners will engage in collaborative tasks and formative assessments designed to develop student agency and independence while acquiring mathematical knowledge. The content focus is Grades 7 through 9 math curriculum as this forms the basis for higher level math courses. No Mathematics 10C course material will be covered.​​ This is NOT a prerequisite for Math 10C.

• Prerequisite for Math 15 | Minimum Grade 9 Mathematics or equivalent
• Course runs from July 2-27, 2026
• Delivery is online
• 3 credit course 

Who is Math 15 a Good Fit For?

Math 15 may be a good option for students who:

• Are entering Math 10C
• Would benefit from extra practice with math skills
• Are motivated to improve their math skills
• Can work independently in an online environment
• Have parent/guardian support at home
• Strong EAL learners – LP4 and 5 

Students Who May Not Be a Good Fit

Math 15 may not be appropriate for students who:

• Are significantly behind in foundational math skills
• Have large gaps in prerequisite knowledge
• Struggle with attendance or engagement
• Require daily teacher support
• Have difficulty working independently online 

Registration Information

The registration window is:

• May 4 at 8:00 AM – May 7 at 4:00 PM ****Late requests cannot be accepted.
• Parents who want to enroll their Grade 9 student are asked to contact Tanya Miller via email (talmiller@cbe.ab.ca)
• Please include the following information in your request:
• • Student Name & CBE ID
  • High school the student will attend next year
  • Confirmation that parent contact information in PowerSchool is correct
  • Best email address to contact the student
  • Legal guardian email address (and second guardian if applicable)
  • Confirmation that parents/guardians agree with the student taking Math 15
  • Confirmation the student can access D2L/Brightspace and knows how to log in

Please note the following guidelines for registering Grade 9 students:

• Grade 9 students may only request Math 15
• Students may take only one summer school course.

Education Matters - Castle Rock Research Study Materials

We are excited to share a special offer for educational resources through a new partnership between EducationMatters and Castle Rock Research. You can purchase valuable study materials at a significant discount and help raise funds for EducationMatters. This is a great opportunity to get supplementary resources to support your student's learning, especially in preparation for diplomas and final exams.

How To order:

1. visit CBE's unique online portal at CBE Site Sale - Castle Rock Research
2. select our school's specific ordering page
3. place your order and pay directly online. All print materials will be delivered to the school and distributed to students.

All print materials will be delivered to the school and distributed to students.  

Lunch - Closed Campus

We remain a closed campus at lunchtime. We want to remind families that students need to bring their lunch or eat the lunches provided by school. We are not able to provide access to microwaves for student use. As a reminder, we are not able to receive Skip the Dishes, Door Dash, Uber Eats, etc. in the main office. The driver will be asked to return the delivery to the restaurant.

Lunch | School Supervision

The local community centre and local strip mall are open to students at lunch, as the school supports Junior High School students with growing levels of freedoms and responsibilities. However, please remember that there is no staff supervision of these locations. Please have conversations with your student(s) about being aware of their surroundings when out in public spaces.

School Fees

Schools cannot cover all costs to offer the variety of programming they do. Continued refusal to pay fees may mean a suspension of certain programming in option courses next year, or cancellation of field trips, and possibly even reduction in teacher staffing.

Please pay now. Please note fee waivers do not apply to school complementary course fees.

*Note: There are some outstanding fees from Semster #1 that must be paid in full.

More information about school fees can be found on our school fees page and see how to pay fees through your MyCBE account.

Check MyCBE for Fees Regularly 

School Council News – Free ASCA Webinar

Ian Bazalgette Parent Advisory Council is pleased to share a FREE learning opportunity with all families within the Ian Baz community.

This month's ASCA Access Pass session is entitled "Behavioural Wayfinding: Navigating Anxiety, ADHD, Depression, and Anger."  “This session introduces a trauma informed, culturally inclusive, positive behavioural wayfinding framework. It will provide straightforward strategies that parents can put into practice right away. This workshop will specifically include discussion regarding how to navigate anxiety, ADHD, depression, and aggression in children”.

To register, use the link below and enter the parent council login information:

• Registration Link: Register here
• Email: ianbaz.schoolcouncil@gmail.com
• Password: 2026+BazParents

Each person wishing to attend a webinar will need to register in advance. Once registered, a link for the online meeting will be sent to their personal email.

Below is the list of all remaining webinar topics offered this year. Future ones require registration, while recordings of past sessions are available to view at your leisure. All of this is available to Ian Bazalgette families FREE of charge.

If you have any questions, please contact the Ian Bazalgette Parent Advisory Council at ianbaz.schoolcouncil@gmail.com.

Upcoming ASCA Webinar Schedule

Personal Mobile Devices Policy

Personal mobile devices include any device that can be used to communicate with or access the internet, such as a cell phone, tablet, gaming device, laptop, or smartwatch. This also includes devices capable of communicating with a mobile device such as headphones and Bluetooth devices.

These rules apply to all students, with exceptions for students using devices for health and medical needs, to support specialized learning needs, or for educational purposes.

• CBE will block student access to known social media platforms on school networks and school devices for all grade levels.
• K-9 Students: personal mobile devices are not permitted during the school day. Devices brought to school must be out of sight and either powered off or set to silent. They should be left in backpacks, lockers, or areas designated by teachers - or better yet, simply left at home.
• Grade 10-12 Students: personal mobile devices are not allowed during class time unless teachers allow it for specific learning tasks. Devices should be silenced or turned off and stowed away in a bag, backpack, locker, or designated area as directed by teachers.

If a student is found using a personal mobile device in class without permission, the CBE will work with the student to ensure the rules are understood, following a progressive discipline policy. In rare cases where a student does not respond to interventions, their personal mobile device may be banned.

Please see 

Ian Bazalgette School Newsletter April 13-17

Steven Pike
Principal
Ian Bazalgette Junior High School