Dear TMC Titan Students, Parents and Guardians
Provincial Achievement Tests (PATs) are done as of this afternoon! Yaaaaayyyyyyyyyyyy! Thanks to all of our Grade 9 and Grade 6 students and teachers for all of their hard work over the past 2 weeks! You all rock! J
Grade 9 Celebration on June 24 – Volunteers Needed
As the school year comes to a close, we are excited to celebrate the achievements of our grade 9 students as they prepare to embark on their high school journey. The grade 9 farewell is a longstanding tradition at TMC and we can't make it great without a bit of help from our fantastic volunteers. We have a few opportunities that still need filling. If you can help out with any of the positions below please reach out to Kennedy Whitby at klwhitby@cbe.ab.ca. Remembering that we will have grade 9's at some point and we will need to ask for volunteers then.
Volunteer Positions
- 1 or 2 parents to help with decorations and setting up the gym from 1:15 to 3:15 on Monday afternoon.
- 1 or 2 parents to be at the school to receive the pizza at 6:15PM
- 2 parents who can stay in the gym during the dance to help hand out the pizzas and man the food table/clean up afterwards 6:45 - 8:30. The same volunteers who come to collect the pizzas and stay for this position if they want to but please sign up for both time slots.
Agenda and Times
- 5:30pm – 6:30pm – Celebration and Farewell Ceremony in the gymnasium. Student should arrive 15-20 minutes early to check in with homeroom teachers. Guests are welcome to be seated at that time in the gymnasium. Doors will open at 5:00 pm for seating.
- 6:30pm – 7:00pm –Opportunity for families to visit and take photos
- 7:00 pm – 8:00pm – Grade 9 TMC students ONLY pizza party and dance
- 8:00 pm – Students are dismissed. Families can pick up students from the school or students can self-transport home.
We are counting on some volunteer support to give our grade 9 students the send off they deserve. Thank you in advance for your time and dedication to our school.
World Refugee Day
Diversity is one of our greatest strengths. CBE proudly stands as a place of inclusion and compassion, honoring and acknowledging the courageous journeys of refugees who have sought safety and hope in our city. Each year on June 20, the world celebrates the strength and courage of people who have been forced to flee their home country to escape conflict or persecution. The theme for 2024 World Refugee Week is “Our Home,” which reminds us that home can be more than one place and finding it can be a journey.
Reminder | Important Dates
Early Dismissal CBE wide on Thursday June 27, 2024. This is the last day of school for students.
There is an Organization Day for School Staff on Friday June 28, 2024, so there are no classes for students on the Friday.
National Indigenous Peoples' Day on June 21, 2024
June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples' Day, and June is National Indigenous History Month, a time to learn about the unique cultures, traditions and experiences of First Nations, Métis and Inuit in Canada.
This year's theme, "inspiring our youth for change," aligns with Aboriginal Awareness Week Calgary and the City of Calgary. It aims to empower the next generation of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples to reclaim and instill pride, cultural knowledge, and education in our communities. This can be achieved by being positive role models and continuing our collective journey through Truth and Reconciliation.
Our commitment to Truth and Reconciliation and Indigenous Education is year-round. In line with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Calls to Action, CBE and TMC School are committed to promoting and actioning Education for ReconciliACTION. As we observe National Indigenous History Month and celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day, we renew our dedication to learning, celebrating, and honouring Indigenous cultures and resilience. On June 21, we will share our Truth and Reconciliation Commitments to Action. Together, we are working to ensure that each Indigenous student experiences improved well-being and achievement and that all students gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of Indigenous histories and contributions. Join us in celebrating National Indigenous History Month and our ongoing journey toward Truth and Reconciliation.
TMC Celebration of Learning – June 21, 2024
Our TMC Celebration of Learning will take place on Friday June 21, 2024. It is our last student Friday of the year and PATs will be done as of Wednesday June 19. Families are welcome to come to TMC for a Gallery Walk style event from 12:30 pm to 4:00 pm on Friday afternoon.
This is meant to be a positive school culture celebration of the great work students have engaged in over the past few months. It is optional to attend if you would like to come see more of what your students have been working on. Teachers will be in meetings and will not be available to meet with parents.
Stampeders Family Day Game on Saturday, June 29
CBE Schools have a special ticket offer for the Stampeders Family Day game on Saturday, June 29! Join us for a fun filled evening with tons of activities at McMahon Stadium while taking in the game!
$5 from every ticket sold from the discounted ticket link HERE, will go directly to the school you select at checkout.
The school that sells the most tickets and tops the leaderboard will win a visit from a Stampeders player and Ralph the Dog!
Again, to purchase tickets, please click HERE.
Purchase a 2023-24 TMC Yearbook!
Get your own Keepsake by purchasing a 2023-2024 Yearbook for $25.00 this year!!!
You can order by going to:
https://ybpay.lifetouch.ca/?jobnum=11544124&SchoolCountry=CA
If the link doesn't work properly, use this yearbook code: 11544124. We (the yearbook team of students) are hoping to sell at least 500 copies, and thank you for your support!
(This team of students has worked hard all year with Mr. Van de Burgt to put together our yearbook! My gratitude goes out to all of them for documenting our year and all the hard work that has gone into this endeavor, as it takes countless hours to put together!)
Educationally yours,
Mr. R J