Good morning, Ian Bazalgette Community.

This week will continue with above-freezing temperatures, but expect colder weather and snow as the week comes to an end. Please make sure your child is dressed appropriately for changing conditions and has an alternative plan in case their school bus to Ian Bazalgette is affected by the weather. Classes begin at 8:00 a.m. every day of the week.

Please see this week's important reminders and the School Newsletter.

Student Illness

As is typical in early January, we are seeing an increase in student and staff absences due to illnesses across many of our schools. We would like to remind everyone of health measures they can take to reduce transmission of flu, Covid-19 variants, and RSV:

  • If your child is feeling unwell, please keep them at home.
  • Continue to wash hands frequently and cover coughs and sneezes.
  • Students and staff can continue to make their own decision regarding masking.

We continue to follow the guidance and direction provided by Alberta Education and AHS. 

School Fees

School fees for Term 1/Semester 1 option/complementary course fees have been applied to the students accounts in MyCBE.

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

More information about school fees can be found How to Pay Fees Through Your MyCBE Account 

Report Cards

Please note, due to the nearly one month disruption caused by the Alberta Teachers Strike, Report Cards will be made viewable February 24th, slightly after the end of semester one. This is to ensure students have had enough time to cover the essential materials offerred during semester one.

Upcoming High School Transition Events for Gr. 9s

High School Counsellor Visits

  • Tuesday, January 20, 2026 - Forest Lawn High School | Counselors from FLHS will be visiting to share information with Gr. 9 Students
  • Wednesday, January 21, 2026 - James Fowler High School | Counselors from JFHS will be visiting to share information with Gr. 9 Students
  • Jack James High School | Cousellors work with Staff in February, once students are confirmed to be attending Jack James 

High School Tours & Open Houses

  • Thursday, January 22, 2026 - Crescent Heights High School | 6:00-8:00 PM
  • Tuesday, January 27, 2026 - Forest Lawn High School | Gr. 9 Tours for Ian Bazalgette School (Only Students & Staff)
  • Tuesday, January 29, 2026 - James Fowler High School | 6:00-8:00 PM
  • Tuesday, January 27, 2026 - Nelson Mandela High School | 5:00-6:30 PM
  • Thursday, January 29, 2026 - Jack James High School | 4:30-6:00 PM

 2025-2026 High School Info_Tours_OpenHouse 

Please review the Get Ready!  Get Set! Go for it!  document (attached) with your student.  If you have any questions regarding the transition to high school, please feel free to reach out to Tanya Miller in Student Services (talmiller@cbe.ab.ca).

Get Ready Get Set Go For It | 2025-26 

Tall Ship Sailing Fundraising

A group of lucky Grade 8 and 9 Ian Bazalgette Students will be flying to Victoria, BC in April for a 5-day / 4-night sailing trip on a tall ship.  They are planning several fundraisers and are looking for your support!  

We will be selling Texas Donuts for January 29 distribution ($5 / donut & $1 / can of pop).  Students have been provided with pre-order forms this week (cash only) that need to be returned to their homeroom teacher NO LATER THAN Wednesday, January 21. 

We also have two fun lunches planned for February:

  • February 5 -Little Caesars
  • February 26 - McDonalds

Please register at www.healthyhunger.ca and place your orders for Fun-Lunch. Food will be distributed from the bistro day-of.

Our sailing students very much appreciate your support!

Please see  Ian Bazalgette School Newsletter Jan.19-23