Ian Bazalgette School Newsletter | March 2–6, 2026

Good afternoon, Ian Bazalgette Community. Please see this week's important reminders and updates below.

S. Pike
Principal, Ian Bazalgette School

Upcoming Dates

Grade 9 Farewell Fundraiser

Crumbl Cookies will be sold at lunch on Wednesday, March 4 for $7 each. These are big cookies – consider sharing with a friend!

Next Year School Planning

Please let us know if your student is planning not to return to Ian Bazalgette for the 2026–2027 school year (this does not include current Grade 9 students).

Science Program Registration: Students currently enrolled in the Science Program at Ian Bazalgette will be automatically re-enrolled for next year. Families do not need to submit an Expression of Interest through SchoolEngage.

Lunch and School Supervision

The local community centre and nearby 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 there is no staff supervision at these locations. We encourage families to speak with their students about being aware of their surroundings when out in public spaces.

We remain a closed campus at lunchtime. Students need to bring their lunch or eat lunches provided by the school. Microwaves are not available for student use, and we are unable to accept deliveries from Skip the Dishes, DoorDash, Uber Eats, or similar services at the main office – drivers will be asked to return the delivery to the restaurant.

School Fees

School fees for Semester 2 option and complementary course fees have been applied to student accounts in MyCBE. Please pay promptly. Please note that fee waivers do not apply to complementary course fees. There are also some outstanding fees from Semester 1 that must be paid in full.

How to Pay Fees Through Your MyCBE Account

School Council News – Free ASCA Webinar Series

The Ian Bazalgette Parent Advisory Council is excited to share a fantastic free learning opportunity for all families. For the first time this year, the Alberta School Councils Association (ASCA) is offering a series of expert-led monthly webinars on a wide range of topics. Ian Baz Parent Council has registered for the ASCA Access Pass, granting all parents and guardians the ability to register for upcoming webinars and view recordings of past sessions – all free of charge.

To register for an upcoming session, 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 must register in advance. Once registered, a meeting link will be sent to their personal email. Remaining webinar topics are listed below:

For questions, please contact the Ian Bazalgette Parent Advisory Council at ianbaz.schoolcouncil@gmail.com.

Calgary Police Service Cadet Corps

Are you 12–16 and looking for something more exciting than the usual after-school routine? Learn more about the CPS Cadet Corps 2025–26.

Personal Mobile Devices

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

These rules apply to all students, with exceptions for health and medical needs, specialized learning needs, and educational purposes:

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

Students found using a personal mobile device without permission will be supported through a progressive discipline policy. In rare cases where interventions are unsuccessful, a student may have their device banned from school.

Psychological Services

We are pleased to report that our school has been assigned Psychological Services for Semester 2. A psychologist will be on site two days a week to informally assist with reviewing student supports. Formal counselling consults will occur through official referrals and with direct parent or guardian consent.

Tall Ship Sailing Fundraiser

A group of Grade 8 and 9 students will be travelling to Victoria, BC in April for a 5-day, 4-night sailing trip on a tall ship. They are planning several fundraisers and would love your support!

• March 7 – Bottle Drive: Please hold onto your recyclables! Students will be in the community to pick them up on March 7. You are also welcome to send a bag of cans or bottles to the school in advance – we are happy to store them.

Got Lunch?

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.