Principal's Messages
Greetings CRS School Community!
It’s incredible that the month of December has already arrived and we are only a few weeks away from the winter holiday. Time just continues to fly by and, as usual, the students and staff at CRS have been working furiously to ensure that outcomes are met and that learning is brought to a point that is ready for a lengthy break.
As you know, the last few weeks have been challenging in terms of our students’ and staff members’ health. Hopefully, you received the recent communications about our absentee rates and the additional cleaning measures that have taken place to help keep everyone as healthy as possible. There seem to be a few nasty bugs going around right now so please continue to keep students home if they are feeling unwell and unable to learn or if you suspect that their symptoms may be contagious. We truly want to send as many students as possible into the holiday healthy and able to enjoy their break!
Speaking of the holiday season, you will find information in this newsletter about our Family Christmas Activity Night on December 14th. If you haven’t already done so, please use the link to RSVP regarding your family’s ability to attend.
In case I don't have a reason to send out another Principal’s Blog post prior to the break, I want to also take this opportunity to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday. However you celebrate this time of the year, I sincerely hope that you will enjoy all of the blessings of the season!
Yours in Education,
Reid Lansing
Principal - Chester Ronning School
Ms. Doering
Years as an educator: about 20
Years at CRS: 9 Years
My favorite subject when I was in elementary school: Math
Least favorite subject in elementary school? Science
A book I recommend parents read with their children: The Book with No Pictures by B.J. Novak
What do you like best about the new CRS building: The staff!
Main Hobby: Walking my dog
TV show you are currently watching: Cobra Kai (with my son)
Mrs. Olson
Years as an educator: 10
Years at CRS: 10
My favorite subject when I was in elementary school: Math
Something that you have recently learned: The art of sourdough making.
What do you like best about the new CRS building: The beautiful windows and having a sink!
Favorite Food: Ice Cream, Chocolate and Coffee.
Something about me that might surprise you: If someone told me when I was little that I would be a teacher when I grew up, I would have never believed them. I was the shyest kid ever.
Mrs. Bouck
Years at CRS: 30
Favorite subject when I was in elementary school: Math and Science
A book you recommend parents read with their children: I’ll Love You Forever by Robert Munsch
What do you miss most about the old CRS building: The circle design and our mural.
Favorite Food: Chocolate
Favorite Summer Vacation Destination: The mountains!
Early Dismissal, No School Days, School Activities
November 29 - Fee reminder
November 30 - Parent Council meeting at 6 pm.
December 1 - Early Dismissal at 2:11 pm. Theme Day - Wear your favorite Christmas Wear!
December 5 - Staff Collaboration Day - no school for students.
December 14 - Family Christmas Night at CRS
December 22-Jan. 4 - School is closed for the holiday break.
January 5 - School Resumes.
January 30 - Staff Professional Learning day - no school for students.
February 2 - Early Dismissal at 2:11 pm.
February 16-17 - Teachers' Convention - school is closed.
February 20 - Family Day - school closed.
February 21 - Staff Collaboration Day - no school for students.
March 2 - Early Dismissal Day at 2:11 pm.
March 20 - School is closed, Staff collaboration day.
CRS Christmas Family Activity Night - December 14
This year, on Wednesday, December 14th, CRS is excited to host a Christmas Activity Night from 6:00 - 7:30 pm. Our organizing staff members are filled with holiday cheer and they are planning an evening of events for families to enjoy. There will be carolling, cookie decorating (and eating!) a craft station, story time, street hockey with members of the Camrose Kodiaks and maybe a few more surprises! Whether you can stop by for a few minutes or for a longer visit, we think it’s going to be a fun opportunity to ring in the holiday season with our school community!
We will have donation boxes set up for Camrose Neighbour Aid Food Bank, which generously supports the Breakfast Program at CRS and countless other programs in our community. If you are able, please bring a food bank donation on December 14th!
Please visit the link (if you haven't already) to complete a short survey to let us know if your family can attend our Christmas Activity Night on December 14th, so we can plan for crafts and refreshments:
Health and Wellness
One of our focus messages was: Circle of Courage Focus→ Mastery… choose a simple goal
you can work hard towards reaching! It could be a reading goal, friendship goal, organization goal, etc. Give it your best effort!!
High Absentee Rate - November 28th Letter
See the attached letter for details. We are experiencing higher than usual student absence rates this week.
