ECOLE BELLEVUE

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SCHOOL5103-50 AvenueBeaum ont , Alber t a T4X 1K4Phone 780-929-8663Fax: 780-929-2168

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We strive to provide the best possible education for all Bellevue students.

1. All students are capable of learning; it is our responsibility to find the most effective way to teach each student.

2. Our students? social emotional growth is just as important as their academic

development.

3. We model how to treat everyone with dignity and respect.

4. Decisions are made based on what is best for students.

École Bellevue School will be a safe and caring learning environment which

focuses on allowing everyone to ?Be the Best You Can Be?.

École Bellevue School staff members will continue to provide high quality

programs through excellent teaching and assessment as time and resources will

allow and will strive for continued improvement in educational experiences

for individual students.

École Bellevue School students will be well prepared for worldwide citizenship

through excellent Social Studies, Character Education/CTF, Religious

Studies (where applicable), and special projects.

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It?s unbelievable this time of year is already back again! It?s such an exciting time for students and families, but also very busy and filled with obligations as well. Hopefully everyone has a chance to rest and spend quality time together over the holidays. We have been really lucky to be going outside for recesses, as fresh air and play allows students to reset and be ready for learning.

This month, we are getting ready for our Christmas concerts. Students are having a blast playing musical games to practice their lyrics, and our choirs are meeting regularly and getting ready for their scheduled performances. Please check out our website or the calendar in this newsletter for all of the information needed regarding dates and times. I would like to invite parents to our December assembly on Friday, December 22nd at 9:30 am in the Gym. We have a few performances and the assembly is approximately 30 minutes. In addition to choir and bell choir, we also had boys and girls basketball, morning yoga class and face painting club start up just to name a few.

We had a very productive and collaborative School Council and Parent Fundraising Society in November. We do not meet in December, however our next meeting is Wednesday, January 17th starting at 6:30 pm. As always, anyone is welcome to join us and we meet in the staff room. Movie Night went really well, and I would like to thank not only our Fundraising Society for putting on the event, but our CTF Leadership students who volunteered to help us run the concession. Great job, kids!

I hope everyone has a great holiday break and I?m looking forward to seeing most of you at the numerous family events we have coming up this month.

Happy Holidays!

Jennifer El-Khatib

Principal

Each morning, staff send students to the principal?s office. Together we celebrate their good deeds as the students strive to ?Be the Best They Can Be?. Each month the Beaumont Boston Pizza donates a pizza to be shared with the lucky students whose names are drawn from all the students who received a Positive Referral during the month.

This month Ethan D., Jazmyn N., Ella P., Erini C., Dylan D., & Ryan S. will be joining Mme El-Khatib and Mme Ivanc for pizza lunch on Friday, December 15th. Details will be sent home soon.

We have now had over two months with our library on wheels and I would like to thank all the students for their suggestions that help me know what to put on the cart for each class. I would also like to commend everyone for using your plastic bags

when transporting library books ? no water or food damaged books so far this year!

Upper grades will be able to keep their library books over the holidays, while the younger grades will be expected to return theirs. If your family is traveling over Christmas, or any time during the school year, please remember to return library books

before you go.

Merry Christmas and happy reading!

POSITIVE REFERRALS

LIBRARY

Thursday, Decem ber 14 ? Dram a Present at ions

(* These classes will not perform on Dec. 19)

Grade 4 English - 7:00 pm

Grade 6 Immersion - 6:00 pm

Tuesday, Dec. 19 ? Bellevue Concer t s

Kindergarten - 6:00 - 6:20

Grade 1 & 3 - 6:30 - 6:50

Grade 2 & 4 -7:00 - 7:20 (Except grade 4 Eng.)

Grade 5 & 6 -7:30 - 8:00 (Except grade 6 Fr. Imm.)

Thursday, Dec. 21 - Pre-k indergar t en Concer t s (for all prek indergar t en st udent s)

AM Students 10:40 am (Doors open at 10:30 am)

PM Students 2:30 pm (Doors open at 2:15 pm)

Tues. Dec. 19 - Chr ist m as Concer t Evening Inform at ion- This year, we have numerous performance times to help ease large crowds in the gym.

- Parking: we are permitted to use the Community Centre lot across the street but please allow for extra time as we will have vehicles and people coming and going all evening around the area.

- Please enter/exit the school on concert night through your child?s boot room doors. We request that you remove your outdoor footwear. (Consider bringing a bag and keeping them with you.)

- Classroom doors will be open for 15 minutes before the concert start time and for 15 minutes after the concert ends. Students can be picked up in their classrooms after the concert. The exit for students and all spectators will be through the

south gymnasium doors. This will allow the next audience (waiting in Main Street) to enter safely and ease congestion.

- The doors to the gym will be opened for parents to enter 5 minutes before the concert time. The gym will be emptied of spectators between concerts except for parents who have children in back to back concerts.

- Thank you to our wonderful staff who have helped prepare the students for this special event.

SPARKLE & SHINE IT'S CHRISTMAS TIME - CONCERTS

Our school uses an automated call out system.Every morning and afternoon, the system will email, text and/or call parents of absent students. To prevent these messages, please contact our school and let us know in advance of a student absence.

Please notify the school if your child will be absent using one of the following preferred options:

1.       Go to our website and click on the Absence Reporting Online Form link.

2.       Call the school and leave a message at any time - 780-929-8663.

If you are emailing your child?s teacher, please ensure you also do one of the above. Thank you!

STUDENT ABSENCES

ALBERTA HEALTH SERVICES (AHS)

Morning supervision, recesses and Inclem ent Weat her

Morning supervision begins at 8:25 am. When the weather is inclement, (-20 or colder with the wind chill) students are allowed into the school. Students should be prepared and dressed to be outside every day.

At Bellevue, we value the importance of movement breaks and exercise for students and staff. Research has long supported the connection between regular movement breaks/ recesses and enhanced learning. As a result, we offer students 3 daily recesses and daily Physical Education classes.

On days with inclement weather, school administration assesses the weather conditions. If conditions are not safe based on Environment Canada guidelines or deemed detrimental to student and staff wellbeing, recess would be indoors.

Radio Stations and TV stations in Edmonton will announce whether or not buses are running or if schools are closed. Only in exceptional circumstances are schools closed. The Black Gold Regional School website also has up to date information at www.blackgold.ca.

INCLEMENT WEATHER

Alberta Health Services publishes a Healthy Children newsletter. These newsletters are written for parents of elementary students to provide reliable and relevant information of health topics.

This month features information on regular mealtimes and being a role model.

Click here to view the Healthy Children December 2017 Parent Newsletter.

Ecole Bellevue School would like to thank the Aqua-Fit Centre for participating in the wristband challenge for a fifth year. Students who swim at the Aquafit Centre can write their names on the wristband, bring them to school and to enter a monthly draw. The students whose names are drawn win a free family pass to the Aqua-Fit Centre.

November Winners are: Owen J., Chayenne E., Violet S., Jackson M., & Sam B.

THANK YOU BEAUMONT AQUA-FIT CENTRE

Registration will open on January 24, 2018. Any registration entered prior to the online opening date for the 2018 ? 2019 school year will not be processed. Please visit http://www.blackgold.ca/parents/registration/ for more information.

PREKINDERGARTEN & KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION 2018 - 2019

SCHOOL FIELD TRIP FEES

CATHOLIC RELIGION PROGRAM

Let?s Help Keep Everyone Warm this Winter!

As a school, we are always trying to find ways to help people in our community. During the month of December, we will be collecting warm clothes such as toques, mittens, and scarves to help those who are in need during the cold winter months. Our goal is to help raise awareness with all of our students at Bellevue that giving is just as, if not more, important than receiving during the holiday season. The Society of St. Vincent de Paul has agreed to pick up our collection and distribute these items to those in need. Thank you for helping our students develop into compassionate citizens by sending in a warm piece of clothing to school by Tuesday, December 19th. Items can be hung on our ?Giving Tree? in the Main Street foyer.

ROMAN CATHOLIC RELIGION INSTRUCTION PROGRAM

Bellevue religion students will be attending an Advent Liturgy of the Word at St. Vital Church on Wednesday, December 13th at 1:00 pm.

Parents and siblings are always welcome to join us!

Please remember to fill out the online permission form.

Advent begins on December 3rd for four weeks until Christmas. Advent means ?coming.? It is a time of waiting, knowing that something important is about to happen. Advent is a time of preparation; a time to get our hearts ready for the coming of our Lord Jesus, who is God?s greatest gift to the world. Merry Christmas to all who celebrate! Peace on Earth!

Preparation for Sacraments remindersReconciliation:

2017/2018 Catechism Class Schedule:

First Reconciliation Classes- Option C ?6:00pm ? 7:00pm?December 5th

If you ever have any questions about the fundraising events or the Catholic Religion Program, please feel free to contact me at

collette.jarbeau@gshare.blackgold.ca.

School field trip fee information can be found on our website under the Parents tab and by selecting Fees & Payments or by clicking here.

On Thursday, November

16th, 8 Career and

Technology Foundations

Leadership students

attended HASS (Healthy

Active School Symposia),

at the Leduc Recreational

Centre. Students

participated in health,

wellness and goal setting

workshops and left

motivated and excited for

the school year ahead.

COUNSELLOR'S CORNER

The holiday season is quickly approaching and with that the season of giving is near. The Beaumont/Nisku Christmas Elves program has officially begun!! This year, the Elves are in need of many items. They are accepting food donations, toys,

pajamas and books. For a complete list of items that go in a hamper please visit their website:

www.bnchristmaselves.com

If your family could benefit from the assistance of the Christmas Elves please contact:

·Me, Karen Gifford, and I can help coordinate resources and programs that best suit your family?s needs

or

·Christmas Elves directly. Please note all referrals will now be taken by Kaylene from FCSS; please call her at (780) 929-1006.

For children, the excitement of the holiday season can be very difficult. The Sandbox learning website offers some tips and strategies to make the holiday season merry and bright for all. Have a look at the strategies they suggest to deal with some of

the challenging holiday situations including giving and receiving gifts, managing the excitement and coping with changing schedules.

1.Gif t Giving and Receiving? The excitement of getting gifts can be overwhelming for children. Help them understand polite giving and receiving of gifts with these strategies.

Involve Children in Giving? Let children help pick out and wrap gifts. By participating in the gift giving process, children become interested in seeing other people?s reaction to the gift. Even young children can choose between two gifts, put a bow or tape on the wrapping paper, and decide where the gift should go under the tree.

Pract ice Receiving? Role play receiving a gift and thanking someone for it. Make writing thank you cards part of your family routine so children understand how to thank people politely for presents.

2.Holiday Energy? Holiday events often mean sweet foods and late bedtimes. Use the strategies below to manage energy levels and make bedtime successful.

Keep Children Act ive? Sledding, walking, and playing games outside during the day can help children use their energy in a healthy and positive way. Keep children active during the day so they will be tired at night making bedtime easier.

Lim it Sweet s? Candy, cookies, and soda are prevalent during the holidays. These foods are high in sugar and caffeine. They cause children to be overly active and make falling asleep difficult. Set rules about how much and when these foods can be consumed and provide healthy alternatives.

St ay on a Sleep Schedule? Even when children are not in school, a consistent sleep schedule is important. Have children wake up and go to bed at a regular time. Plan morning events such as holiday shopping to motivate children to wake up and get ready for the day.

3.Holiday Schedule Changes? Many children benefit from consistent routines and have difficulty with change. Make holiday schedule changes less stressful with these simple tips.

Use Visuals? Have a holiday calendar that lists events in writing, drawing, or picture format depending on the child?s level. Refer to the calendar to prepare children for the day?s events and help them understand what is going on and when.

Involve Children? Let children add new events to the calendar. If there are important events the family must attend, explain why attending is important. If there are events that are debatable, include children?s input in decisions about attending the event.

Wishing you a wonderful month of December!

Karen Gifford ? School Guidance Counsellor

karen.gifford@blackgold.ca

SCHOOL COUNCIL UPDATE

FUNDRAISING SOCIETY UPDATE

Upcom ing m eet ing dat es:Fundraising Societ y 6:30 pmSchool Council 7:00 pmWednesdays

January 17, 2018February 28, 2018

April 11, 2018May 23, 2018

We were happy to host another Family Movie Night in November. Thanks to our parents and CTF Leadership student volunteers.

Poinsettia pick up will be on December 14th.

Thanks to everyone who supported this fundraiser.

Our next meeting will be on Wednesday, January 17, 2018 at 6:30 pm in the Staff Room. All Bellevue Parents and Guardians are welcome to attend.

Thanks from the Fundraising Committee,

Ashley Orthner- Chair

Maxine Sloan - Vice Chair

Nicole Donovan - Secretary

Genessa Belzile - Treasurer

In November we officially welcomed Robyn Steed as our new trustee. While she couldn?t attend our meeting, she sent an email expressing her excitement to represent our community. We look forward to having her at a future meeting.

Principal, Jennifer El-Khatib reported our nutrition program is going strong and kids are really enjoying it! We have an opportunity to bring/create a nutritional education experience at our school and are looking for your feedback. Is there an area of food nutrition you and/or your children would like to gain some extra knowledge? Please email ebscouncil@gmail.com with your thoughts and ideas!

We are looking to have the Alberta School Councils Association come to our meeting to provide a presentation on the purpose of school council. It will be an hour and a half long and occur at our next meeting on January the 17th, 2018. Everyone is welcomed and encouraged to attend!

School council will not meet in December. We wish all the best to our Bellevue community this Holiday!

Hot Lunch Program ? Online Order ing Opens on Decem ber 6t h for Cycles 2 and 3

The upcoming session of the hot lunch program will open on December 6th, 2017 for ordering lunches for students in grades 1 through 6. For more information please visit our Hot Lunch Program information on our school website here. Order and payment deadline is December 18th, 2017.

There is an option to pre-order and pre-pay for the rest of the school year if you prefer.

Online order ing l ink Hot Lunch Program

https://ecolebellevueschool.hotlunches.net

This program can be paid online through Pay Pal or you can send cash or cheques

(payable Ecole Bellevue Parent Fundraising Society ? NSF fee is $20)

Payment must be received no later than 4:00 p.m. on December 18th, 2017.

Please write the name of your child on the bottom memo line of your cheque.

Unpaid orders w il l not be processed.

A huge thank you to all our volunteers who help make this fundraising program a success.

Please note: While every effort is made to be accurate, the Bellevue Hot Lunch program cannot guarantee the quality or accuracy of the food orders.

HOT LUNCH PROGRAM

CHRISTMAS ELVES

We are pleased to support the Beaumont/Nisku Christmas Elves.

We are hoping to collect all sorts of non-perishable foods, and accept all donations, but have been asked to focus on pancake mix and syrup at Bellevue.

We are also collecting toys and gifts. There is a big need for items for the 8 to 11 age group as well as science and technology toys. Thanks

in advance for supporting our community.

Please see page 9 of this newsletter for more information.

LUNCH RECESS SKATING

Beginning on Friday, December 8th and continuing every Monday and Friday (weather and ice conditions

permitting), Bellevue staff will be supervising students who wish to skate over their lunch recess at the

Bellevue rink. Students who participate should be fairly independent at putting on and tying their own skates

and helmet, but assistance will be provided if needed. If there is sufficient interest, a portion of the ice will be

designated for students with face masks to play in a game of ?shinny?hockey using plastic sticks and a soft

foam puck. Students are not permitted to bring their own hockey or ringette sticks. A portion of the ice will

always be designated for skating. Parent volunteers are welcome to help tie skates and participate.

If students wish to participate, they must have skates, gloves, and a CSA approved skating helmet. If you have

any questions or concerns, feel free to email christine.ivanc@blackgold.ca

DECEMBRE - DECEMBER 2017

Calendar information copied from ebs.blackgold.ca. Please visit our website for most up to date

calendar details.

A peek ahead:

Dec. 25 - Jan. 5 - Christmas Vacation

Jan. 8, 2018 - School resumes

Jan. 31 - Staff Planning & Development -

No school for students

March 22, 2018 - Grade 4, 5,& 6

Rabbit Hill Ski/Snowboard Trip

(Cost can range from $4.00 to $47.00)

May 2018 - Grade 1,2 & 3

Swimming Lessons

(Cost around $35)

Lunch recess skat ing:

Mondays: 12:05-:12:30

Fridays: 12:30-12:52

* Weather and ice conditions permitting

https://www.bnchristmaselves.com/