Good morning, Ian Bazalgette Community.

Believe it or not, there are only ten school days remaining until the Winter Break. There will be many activities coming up, and of course class work to complete prior to the break.

The highlight of last week was the annual teachers versus students basketball game, where the students triumphed over the teachers. This represents the first time the teachers have lost in the past four years. Well done, students!  

Upcoming Important Dates

  • Dec 1-18 - Bazzy the Elf (Schoolwide Elf on the Shelf)
  • Dec 1-11 - Candy Gram Sales at lunch hour
  • Dec 15-19 - School-wide spirit days! Themes to be sent out tomorrow, Monday, Dec. 8.
  • Dec. 16 - School Council Mtg.
  • Dec 18 - Candy Gram Delivery
  • December 19 – Last day of Classes
  • December 20-January 4  –  Winter Break (No Classes)
  • Classes Resume January 5, 2026  

Dressing for the Weather

  • Use extra caution when crossing the streets – sometimes cars have a difficult time stopping when it is slippery 
  • Busses can be late due to poor driving conditions – ensure you are checking for bus updates and dressing for the weather 
  • Dress every day for outside activities.  Snow pants, hat, mittens/gloves - Please no scarves as these can be a choking hazard 
  • Snow at school stays on the ground  - children are never allowed to throw snow at school as it can cause injuries 
  • Snow packs down around the school and school grounds into ice despite Ms. Li's best efforts to keep the snow clear.  We recommend to walk like a penguin and use care when using the walkways around the school.  

Family Trips - Reminder

We want to remind parents to fill out the Extended Leave Form in the main office in those situations where families may be leaving for extended periods attached to the beginning or end of the current timeframe for winter break.

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. Beginning in December letters will be sent home to accounts in arrears.

More information about school fees can be found here.  

Holiday Fundraiser Campaign

This year, considering the costs of basic things such as food, we will be fund raising money to purchase grocery and mall gift cards that will be given to families in need to buy food, winter accessories, household items, and so.

If you would like, you can make a donation or ask friends or family if they would like to donate. Please visit or share our Ian Bazalgtte Holiday Campaign on the Education Matters website. Any monetary donations of $20 or more will be issued a tax receipt from Education Matters.

Our goal is $3000, which will go a long way to helping many families in our school community.

Fundraiser closes Friday, Dec. 12, 2025. 

Ian Bazalgette School Council and Yes Care Centre Free Community Donation Support 

School Council is happy to share that this community-driven initiative, led by the Youth Empowerment & Skills Centre (YES Centre) in partnership with the Forest Lawn Community Association, provides free donated items to families connected with our school — including electronics, educational gadgets, clothing, household essentials, school supplies, and toys. 

Families can register easily by using this direct link: 
🔗 https://forms.gle/sKj7Pradsbjd9PH48 

📍 Pickup Location: Forest Lawn Community Association 
Address: 4020 26 Ave SE, Calgary, AB 
📞 Contact: 587-966-5001  

Indigenous Family Resource Guide

This resource guide is designed to support Indigenous students and families within the Calgary Board of Education. It provides access to Indigenous-focused supports and resources, helping families navigate available services. Grounded in the Indigenous Education Holistic Lifelong Learning Framework, this guide reflects our commitment to holistic support for self-identified Indigenous students. The CBE Indigenous Family Resource Guide can be used in addition to the CBE Family Resource Guide which provides a broad range of services, including food, housing, financial aid, and mental health resources. The CBE Indigenous Family Resource Guide is not an exhaustive resource list, please note it will be revised bi-annually.
For families who need further guidance on available supports, 211 Alberta is a 24/7, free, confidential service which connects individuals with thousands of programs, including Indigenous-specific supports for housing, food security, crisis services, and more. By calling 211 or visiting their website, you can get real-time assistance in finding the most relevant resources for Indigenous students and families.

Indigenous-Family-Resource-Guide 2025-26  

High School Registration is Coming Soon

High school is about you – your interests, goals, and learning. At the CBE, we are committed to your success. Teachers, Student Services, administrators, and all the staff here at Ian Bazalgette are here to support you in making choices that allow you to discover your interests, achieve your goals, and develop the skills you need to be successful in high school and in life.

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  

Personal Mobile Devices

Parents are asked to refrain from contacting their child/student on their PMD during the school day to avoid unnecessary distraction. Parents can contact the school office who can facilitate contact with their child/student during the school day, if needed.

Please see Ian Bazalgette School Newsletter Dec. 8-12  

Steven Pike
Principal
Ian Bazalgette Junior High School