Ian Bazalgette School Newsletter | March 9–13, 2026

Good morning, Ian Bazalgette Community. Two weeks to go before Spring Break! While there has been much discussion in the news about Daylight Saving Time in Alberta, we do still observe DST – clocks sprang forward on March 8 and will fall back on November 1. Please adjust your child's alarm clock accordingly.

Steven Pike
Principal, Ian Bazalgette Junior High School

Upcoming Dates

Parent-Teacher Conferences

Student-Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held in person at the following times:

• Thursday, March 19: 4:30–7:30 PM
• Friday, March 20: 8:00 AM–1:00 PM

Booking opens on Friday, March 13 at 8:00 AM and closes on Wednesday, March 18 at 11:59 PM. A separate email with booking instructions and details will be sent to parents mid-week.

Booking with Ms. Miller – Learning Leader of Student Services

If you would like to meet with Ms. Miller during conferences, please email her at talmiller@cbe.ab.ca to book a time. Appointments are not required but are strongly encouraged to ensure availability. Ms. Miller can assist with:

• High school transition
• Community support resources
• Student behaviour (concerns, strategies, resources)
• Academic achievement (concerns, strategies, resources)
• Youth employment questions and resources

Next Year School Planning

Please let us know if your student is planning not to return to Ian Bazalgette for 2026–2027 (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.

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. More information and payment instructions are available through your MyCBE account.

School Council News – Free ASCA Webinar Series

The Ian Bazalgette Parent Advisory Council is excited to share a free learning opportunity for all families. The Alberta School Councils Association (ASCA) is offering 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, 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. A meeting link will be sent to their personal email upon registration. 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.

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.

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Ian Bazalgette School Newsletter Mar. 9-13