Dear Belfast Families,

We have many exciting events coming up, including Pink Shirt Day, Winterfest Carnival, and Family Movie Night. Please review the information below to ensure your child is well prepared for the upcoming weeks.

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Winterfest Carnival – Inspired by Québec’s Carnaval

Taking place next Thursday

Students will participate in our Winterfest Carnival, inspired by Québec’s famous winter celebration!

Highlights include:

  • A visit to the Sugar Shack for a delicious maple treat
  • Fun winter games
  • Special visits from Bonhomme
  • Many other engaging activities

This event celebrates two important parts of Canadian identity:

  • Vibrant Francophone culture
  • Embracing active living during the winter months

Outdoor Time

Students will be outside from 10:00–11:30 AM.

It is very important that students come dressed appropriately for the weather, including:

  • Warm winter coat
  • Toque
  • Mittens
  • Snowpants
  • Winter boots

Ramadan Consideration

If your child is fasting for Ramadan, their maple treat will be stored in the freezer and sent home after school so they may enjoy it when they break their fast.

For more information about Carnaval, please watch the short video linked here.

Pink Shirt Day

Wednesday, February 25

Students are encouraged to wear pink to celebrate kindness and send a clear message that bullying is not acceptable.

All students will participate in learning activities to understand:

  • The meaning of Pink Shirt Day
  • The importance of kindness and inclusion

For more information, please visit the official Pink Shirt Day website.

Family Movie Night – Forms in Backpacks!

Our Second Annual Family Movie Night will take place on:

Thursday, March 5
Doors open at 6:00 PM

This is a joint event between:

  • Belfast School
  • Leadership Club
  • Parent Fundraising Society

Movie Options (All Rated PG)

Please preview trailers to help determine which movie is right for your child(ren):

  • Zootopia 2 – Trailer
  • Elio – Trailer
  • Bad Guys 2 – Trailer
  • How to Train Your Dragon (Live Action) – Trailer
  • Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day – Trailer

Important Information

  • This event is a fundraiser for the Belfast Parent Fundraising Society
  • Tickets must be purchased in advance ($2 each)
  • Ticket order forms and payment are due next Thursday
  • Students must be accompanied by an adult
  • We encourage the whole family to attend
  • A cash concession will be available with a variety of treats

Forms were sent home today for students in Grades 1–6. Kindergarten students will bring forms home on Monday.

Reminder: Alberta Education & Childcare (AECA) Survey

Parents of students in Grades 4–6 received a confidential survey code from Alberta Education on January 30.

So far, 14 parents have completed the survey.
Our goal is 25 completed surveys.

We greatly appreciate your participation. Thank you for supporting our school community.

Reminder: Belfast Culture Questionnaires

In preparation for our Parade of Nations & School-wide Culture Day on March 19, we sent home culture questionnaires with each child.

Parents will be able to see this learning showcased during Conferences that Thursday.

If your child has not yet returned the form, please ensure it is brought back to school on Monday.

Thank you for your support.

As always, please do not hesitate to reach out if there is anything you would like to share.

Warm regards,
Belfast School