Good afternoon, Ian Bazalgette Community,
On days like today, it may seem that spring may never come - but it soon will! Springtime in Calgary brings with it a renewed sense of energy with longer days and warmer temperatures. With more sunlight hours to spend outdoors, it will soon be time to shake off those sleepy winter moods and explore the city again. Be sure to check out Tourism Calgary for things to do in our wonderful city: https://www.visitcalgary.com/
Important April Dates
See our School Calendar
- Wednesday, April 15 | Spring Equinox Gathering
- Friday, April 24 - No School | Non-Instructional Day
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 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, which 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: Minimum Grade 9 Mathematics or equivalent
- Course runs: July 2-27, 2026
- Delivery: Online
- 3 credit course
Math 15 may be a good fit 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
- Are strong EAL learners at LP4 and LP5
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 window: 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 should contact Tanya Miller at talmiller@cbe.ab.ca and include the following information:
- Student name and 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 that Grade 9 students may only request Math 15, and 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.
To order, visit CBE's unique online portal at CBE Site Sale - Castle Rock Research, select our school's specific ordering page, and place your order and pay directly online. All print materials will be delivered to the school and distributed to students.
Next Year School Planning
Please let us know if you are planning not to return to Ian Bazalgette for 2026-2027 (this does not include current Grade 9 students).
Please also note that students currently in the Science Program at Ian Bazalgette will be automatically re-enrolled into the program next year. Families do not need to enter an Expression of Interest SchoolEngage.
Lunch - Closed Campus
We remain a closed campus at lunchtime. Students need to bring their lunch or eat the lunches provided by the school. We are not able to provide access to microwaves for student use, and we are not able to receive Skip the Dishes, Door Dash, Uber Eats, or similar deliveries at the main office. Drivers will be asked to return the delivery to the restaurant.
The local community centre and local strip mall are open to students at lunch, as the school supports junior high students with growing levels of freedom and responsibility. However, please note that there is no staff supervision of these locations. Please have conversations with your student 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, cancellation of field trips, and possibly even a reduction in teacher staffing. Please pay now. Please note that fee waivers do not apply to school complementary course fees. There are also some outstanding fees from Semester 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
Fee Name | Total Fees Applied | Total Paid | Total Due/Outstanding | % Paid |
Art - S1 | $7,760.00 | $3,585.00 | $4,049.00 | 52 |
Art - S2 | $8,000.00 | $4,873.00 | $3,053.00 | 38 |
Communication Technology - Media/Photography S1 | $1,560.00 | $810.00 | $740.00 | 47 |
Communication Technology - Media/Photography S2 | $1,525.00 | $725.00 | $800.00 | 52 |
Computing Science - S1 | $4,685.00 | $2,595.00 | $1,957.50 | 41 |
Computing Science - S2 | $4,425.00 | $2,500.00 | $1,880.00 | 42 |
Construction - S1 | $8,613.00 | $4,972.00 | $3,619.00 | 42 |
Construction - S2 | $12,870.00 | $7,262.00 | $5,468.00 | 42 |
Fashion Studies - S1 | $945.00 | $437.50 | $470.00 | 49 |
Foods - S1 | $10,747.00 | $7,028.00 | $3,600.00 | 33 |
Foods - S2 | $12,320.00 | $5,853.00 | $6,338.00 | 51 |
Instrumental Music - Music S1 | $1,353.00 | $693.00 | $649.00 | 47 |
Instrumental Music -Music S2 | $1,485.00 | $860.00 | $605.00 | 40 |
Leadership - S1 | $1,450.00 | $970.00 | $480.00 | 33 |
Leadership - S2 | $1,225.00 | $550.00 | $675.00 | 55 |
$78,963.00 | $43,713.50 | $34,383.50 |
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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
Date and Time | Topic | Speaker |
|---|---|---|
Wednesday, April 29 – 12:00 PM | Jason Simituk, Quantum Recreation | |
Thursday, May 28 – 7:00 PM | Skyler Casselman, Registered Social Worker | |
Tuesday, June 9 – 12:00 PM | Gather Round – Using Gatherings to Bring Healing and Build Community | Sherry Duncan, Educational Indigenous Navigator |
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