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Readers and Leaders - Family Night at the Library

Thank you to all of the JJ families that were able to attend the Readers and Leaders event at the public library last Friday night! We are so glad that our grade 3 students are able to participate in this partnership with the Calgary Public Library and First Responders.

Did you know that library cards are free? Check out some of the amazing resources the Calgary Public Library offers for children: CPL


Here is an update from our amazing School Council:


Dear JJ Families,

Just a quick reminder about our ongoing fundraisers!


MABEL’S LABELS:

If you haven’t had a chance yet, now is the perfect time to stock up on personalized, waterproof name labels for your child’s school gear—everything from lunch containers and water bottles to clothing and shoes. Not only do these labels help keep your child’s belongings out of the lost and found, but 20% of every purchase also supports our school!

Use the link below to order:

https://mabelslabels.ca/en-CA/fundraising/support

Search for and select “Janet Johnstone School (Calgary)” and start shopping


COBS BREAD (Shawnessy):

When you shop at COBS Bread Shawnessy simply mention the Janet Johnstone School code 5912 and 5% of your purchase will be donated to our school!


PAUL'S PIZZA - CANCELLED

We wanted to let you know that our upcoming Pizza with a Purpose night, scheduled for Monday, April 27, has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. We understand this may be disappointing and appreciate your understanding.


Thank you for your continued support.

Warm regards,
Friends of Janet Johnstone School Association


Save the Date for the Spring Dance!

The DJ is booked and it’s time for families to hit the dance floor. Mark your calendars for May 7th from 6-8pm at the school!

Our Spring Family Dance is one of the most exciting events of the year for the kids — a night of music, fun, and community connection. BUT this event can only  happen if we have enough volunteers to run it. 

All volunteer slots must be filled by April 20th in order to put tickets on sale, otherwise we will not be able to host the dance. Grab the link and share it with your fellow parents or grandparents and sign up together for a night of fun. Volunteer will have first priority to purchase family tickets. The dance sells out fast every year. If you cannot fill a time slot you can still contribute by bringing a dessert or two for the dessert walk game. Roles can be filled  by any family member or friend. Only 2 of 40 roles require police clearance, they are marked in the signup genius. 

The school dances are fundraisers that directly supports our school and this year as you know we are raising money for the new playground the school so desperately needs

Volunteer Sign-Up Deadline: April 20th
Sign Up HERE: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C4DA4A623A2FDC16-63470482-jjspring

If we don’t have enough volunteers, we won’t be able to host the dance. Let’s make it happen together

Questions can be emailed to Monica Gunn at jjfamilydance@gmail.com 


Here's what's coming up at JJ:

Tuesday, April 21

Healthy Hunger snack (Cobbs Bread)

Wednesday, April 22

Earth Day - Dress in earth colours and pack a waste-free lunch or snack!

Friday, April 24

CBE-wide Professional Learning Day - NO SCHOOL for students

April 27 to 30

Scholastic Book Fair

Students will be able to preview and shop during the week at school (schedule will be shared).

Parents will be able to shop after school on Thursday, April 30 from 2:30 to 3:30PM!!!

Thursday, April 30

Grade 4 English classes visit Samuel W. Shaw School in the morning and families are invited in the evening