Winter Break is almost here but we have so many fun and exciting things planned at JJ all week!
Extended Absences
If your child will be missing school for a family vacation before winter break or returning later than January 5, 2026, please contact the school office at (403) 777-8670.
Donations of Oranges
Please continue to send donations of mandarin oranges for our holiday story on Friday. Thank you for sending oranges that are easy for children to peel.
Food Bank Donations
We will be collecting donations for the Calgary Food Bank until Wednesday. You can send them to school with your children or bring them when you come to our circus performances on Wednesday. The boxes will be picked up at the end of the day on Wednesday, December 17.
School Development Plan
We are excited to share our School Development Plan for this school year with our focus areas to improve student achievement and well-being. Please see our review of last year's plan and our plan for the 2025 - 2026 school year here: SDP
Amazing Playground Fundraiser
Thanks to the amazing parent volunteers on our playground committee, there is a very cool fundraiser coming your way:
Calling all hockey lovers — the JJ Playground Committee has an exciting opportunity for you!
We are hosting a Hockey Game Giveaway Fundraiser, and you could win Calgary Flames tickets for one of two January 2026 game dates. Each prize package also includes restaurant gift cards, making it a perfect night out!
Flyers are going home in backpacks over the next few days but further information can also be found on our website at: https://janetjohnstoneplayground.my.canva.site/
Tickets are limited, so don’t miss your chance!
Thank you for your continued support,
The JJ Playground Committee
Monday, December 15 | Spirit Day - Holiday Head Wear Day - Wear your favourite holiday hat or hair accessory! |
Tuesday, December 16 | Spirit Day - Holiday socks or leggings! |
Wednesday, December 17 | Spirit Day - Festive Sweaters or Shirts! Green Fools Circus Performances:
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Thursday, December 18 | Spirit Day - Grinch Day - Dress in green! Assembly at 12:30PM (new time!) - Family members are welcome to join us as we gather to sing festive songs! Healthy Hunger Lunch - Order by 11:59PM on Saturday, December 12 at www.healthyhunger.ca |
Friday, December 19 | Spirit Day - Pajamas and Stuffed Animal Day Assembly at 8:30AM (new time!) - Family members are welcome to join us as we sing festive songs and share a holiday story! Last day of school before Winter Break AM Kindergarten attends K to 4 dismissal at 12:00PM - Please note that there is no childcare for children after 12:00PM. Please pick up your children on time. |
Sunday, January 4, 2025 | Playground Bottle Drive The Playground Committee is excited to announce our upcoming Bottle Drive to help raise funds for our new school playground! We invite all families to save their holiday cans and bottles and bring them to our collection event on: 📅 Sunday, January 4, 2026 Every contribution helps us get one step closer to creating a fun and safe new play space for our students. Thank you for supporting our school community—we can’t wait to see you there! We Are Better Together! |
Monday, January 5, 2026 | Classes resume |
Thursday, January 8, 2026 | Healthy Hunger popcorn snack - Order before 11:59PM on Saturday, January 3 |
Friday, January 9, 2026 | PM Kindergarten attends 12:00PM dismissal for K to 4 - Please note that there is no childcare for children after 12:00PM. Please pick up your children on time. |