We are so excited to welcome students back to school for the 2024-2025 year. We look forward to the year with optimism and anticipate rich learning opportunities for all.
Homeroom teachers will be connecting with you via School Messenger by the end of school day, TOMORROW.
Student timetables will be available via PowerSchool on Thursday, Aug 29. Regular bussing begins August 29.
A great deal of time and thoughtfulness was put into creating classroom homeroom lists. A range of factors were considered to ensure the best possible learning environment for our students. Changes to homeroom class lists will not be considered unless extenuating circumstances arise. Not being with your best friend is not a reason. We have almost 580 students and cannot accommodate these type of changes.
Adjustments to Grade 7-9 options will be considered starting Wednesday, September 4 through an option change form that parents/guardians will be asked to approve beforehand.
New Student Orientation - Thursday, August 29
We have a very special day built around art and community for our new students joining us at Willow Park. All staff will be out front to greet our newest WILD students starting at 8:45 a.m.
Grades 5 and 6 will enter on the west side and will head directly to their classroom so parents/guardians can "kiss them goodbye at the doors"
Grades 7-9 will enter through the main entrance and head directly to the gymnasium. Staff and Student volunteers will be there to greet you.
A reminder that August 29th is a day for new students only and a pizza lunch will be provided. If your student has a dietary restriction, please email our Administrative Secretary, Mrs. James, at cmjames@cbe.ab.ca by tomorrow at 4 p.m.
All Students Return - Friday, August 30
All students return to school Friday, August 30. Reminder this is an early dismissal day @ 1:22 p.m. Regular bussing is in place.
Welcome Back BBQ
A welcome back BBQ sponsored by our School Council, for students, will be hosted during the school day on Friday, September 6. If your student has a dietary restriction please email our Administrative Secretary, Mrs. James, at cmjames@cbe.ab.ca prior to Thursday, September 5.
School Council
Our first School Council meeting will be held in person on Tuesday, September 17 at 6:30 p.m. at WPS in the Learning Commons upstairs.
School Photos
School Fall photos will take place on September 24, with the opportunity for retakes on October 23.
Meet the Teacher
We look forward to hosting in-person Meet the Teacher conferences on the evening of September 26 and day of September 27. Parents/Guardians will be able to book these appointments through their MyCBE parent account. Information will be forthcoming regarding dates to start booking.
School Painting Still Continues
Just a reminder that hallway painting will continue over the next month or so. There should be little to no interruptions to learning.
School Store
Our school store is open and accepting orders. This is your opportunity to purchase sweatshirts, t-shirts, sweatpants, and hats with some really cool WPS logos. Orders may be submitted until SEPTEMBER 29, 2024. Check out this link for all the awesome merchandise -
https://bigmountain-willowpark2024.itemorder.com/shop/sale/
School Website
Please keep up-to-date by checking out our school website regularly throughout the year. We do send a “What’s UP Willow” newsletter on a bimonthly basis. Links will be sent out via School Messenger
https://school.cbe.ab.ca/school/willowpark/Pages/default.aspx