Good morning parents/guardians,

Hopefully you were able to enjoy a couple less cold days this weekend before we dive back into the deep cold this coming week. Temperatures will be between -20C to -30C again...please ensure that your child is dressed for the weather.

Also, for bus students, please have a safety plan in place as sometimes busses are late and/or they do not show up.

This is a three (3) day week for students as the school is closed for Teachers Convention on February 13-14, 2025. The school is also closed on Monday, February 17 (Family Day). Classes for all MSS students will resume on Tuesday, February 18, 2025.

Upcoming Dates

  • Tuesday, February 11
    • Springs Cycle 6-5.
  • February 13-14
    • Teachers Convention.
    • No Classes for students - school is closed.
  • Monday, February 17
    • Family Day: No Classes for students.
  • Tuesday, February 18
    • Classes resume for all MSS students.

Teachers Convention / Family Day Long Weekend

The school will be closed on the following days:

  • Thursday, February 13: Teachers Convention Day #1.
  • Friday, February 14: Teachers Convention Day #2.
  • Monday, February 17: Family Day.

Regular classes for all MSS students resume on Tuesday, February 18.

Abuse and Damage to MSS Equipment/Technology

Over the past week, there has been ~$2,000 in equipment/technology damage caused by students. This damage is not intentional, but is the result of students "goofing around", using technology inappropriately, and/or not following instructions/expectations. We do not have the resources to repair/replace technology at the rate it is being damaged. Normal wear and tear is acceptable, anticipated, and planned for. Damage as a result of the behaviours mentioned above is not acceptable.

This past week, staff reviewed appropriate technology usage with students. Moving forward, damage to equipment/technology caused by students who are "goofing around", using technology inappropriately, and/or not following instructions/expectations will be assessed and the repair/replacement costs will be charged to students/parents/guardians.

Our plan is to remind students to use equipment/technology appropriately, to treat equipment/technology with respect, and that resources are finite - there is no magical money tree. Every machine that is out of service can no longer support students. Thank you for your understanding.

Student Progress Conferences Round #2

The second round of student progress conferences are as follows:

  • Thursday, February 27:
    • 4:30-8:00pm In-person at MSS.
  • Friday, February 28:
    • Non-Instructional Day: No School for Students.
    • 8:30am-3:00pm Virtual through Microsoft Teams.
      • There are no in-person conferences on this day.

The online booking system will open on Thursday, February 20 @ 8:00am. In order to book a conference for your child(ren), you will need a MyCBE account. To register for a MyCBE account: CLICK HERE.

Gr. 10 High School Registration

Information regarding Gr. 10 course registration is as follows:

  • Centennial (CHS):
    • Paper packages were sent home with students designated to CHS. Course selection forms are to be completed with a parent/guardian, signed, and returned to Ms. Gjosund by Wednesday, February 12, 2025.
  • Dr. EP Scarlett (DEPS):
    • Student Services has been working with many of our feeder schools to support students with in-person visits. We visited many schools in November to focus on our school culture and extra-curricular opportunities and returned in January to discuss the course selection process. A video of the January presentation can be found here.
    • The course selection process occurs online. Course selection is not first come first served, so please be assured that you have time to make thoughtful selections for options and core classes. The form – 2025-26 Grade 10 Course Selection – English Regular – will be open from January 23 – February 23.
    • Please view our Scarlett Viewbook for information on option classes and Advanced Placement courses.

***The Request to Transfer portal will open Monday, February 10. All students requesting a transfer to a high school that is not their designate must complete the online process. Further details will be provided in next weeks update.

Athletics Update

***MSS Athletics Spectator Policy***

There are no volleyball games scheduled this week. Please check the Volleyball webpage for upcoming practice and game dates. All players, students, parents/guardians, are expected to follow our spectator policy. Failure to meet expectations will result in games being stopped and students, parents/guardians being removed from the school and loss of future viewing privileges.

MSS Spectator Policy: CLICK HERE

2024-2025 MSS Yearbook

Yearbooks (optional) are purchased directly through the Jostens website. Cost this year is $30. Please use the link below to order. Order deadline is Wednesday, February 12, 2025. This is a final deadline - orders will not be accepted after this date.
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/2772764/Marshall-Springs-School/2025-Yearbook/2024082904321377066/CATALOG_SHOP/

Cafeteria Menu: February 10-14, 2025

CLICK HERE

Thank you,

Kevin Godfrey
Proud Principal
Marshall Springs School
IG: @principalkmg