Good morning MSS families,

A big congratulations to all of our Grade 9 students as their time at MSS is coming to an end. The grade 9 Mingler and farewell at Heritage Park was last week...a great evening of memories was made at the school and Heritage Park! Thank you to all staff and community volunteers who supported this event.

Unfortunately, there looks like more rain in the upcoming forecast. Please ensure that your child is dressed for the weather.

***Track & Field Meet June 8*** The decision to go or cancel will be made by 700am Monday morning based on current weather and track conditions. If the decision is made to cancel - an email will be sent to all parents around 700am. There will be no date to reschedule.

Upcoming Dates

  • Monday, June 8:
  • Tuesday, June 9:
    • Gr. 9 PAT | ELA "B".
  • Wednesday, June 10:
    • Grade 9 Field Trip | Calgary Zoo (93 & 96).
  • Thursday, June 11:
    • Grade 6 & 9 Immunization Catch-Up.
  • Friday, June 12:
    • Gr. 6 PAT | Science.

Staffing Updates

As we continue through the staffing process, we have some announcements to make.

Leaving MSS:

  • Ms. Anna Trip has accepted a strategist position with the CBE working on English as an Additional Language.
  • Ms. Elisha O'Lain has accepted a specialist position with the CBE working on the new Physical Education and Health curriculum.

Joining MSS:

  • Ms. Carole Stenhouse has accepted the Social Studies learning leader position and will be leading students in Grade 7/8 Humanities in 26-27.
  • Ms. Cindy Thomson has accepted a teaching position and will be supporting Grade 8/9 Humanities in 26-27.
  • Ms. Megan Weild has accepted a teaching position and will be supporting Grade 6/8 Math and Phys. Ed in 26-27.
  • Ms. Emily Pincombe has accepted a continuous contract with MSS and will continue to support our learning community.
  • Ms. Mabel Zheng has accepted a continuous contract with MSS and will continue to support our learning community.

Further staffing changes will be communicated to families through the weekly update.

Cancelled | Wilderness Field Trips

Kananaskis | Troll Falls Hike. As you know Alberta has received substantial rainfall this past week. The rain has significantly affected roads and trails in the Kananaskis area. There is localized flooding affecting trails up to the viewpoint. Alberta Parks has advised that trails around the main waterfall, including up to the Troll, have been blocked off due to extreme rockfall hazards.

The forecast for next week in Kananaskis Country is calling for more rain. Due to these advisories, we have made the decision to cancel the Hiking field trip on Wednesday June 10th and Thursday June 11th.  Unfortunately, due to bus bookings, there will NOT be an alternative date.

MSEC / MSS Casino Fundraiser - November 2026

Mark your calendars - our next casino fundraiser nights are November 1-2, 2026. MSS is fortunate to have MSEC (enrichment council) and a casino fundraiser ~every 18 months. In the past, casino fundraiser events have generated 70-80k for school use that has included technology for the school and various programs, lighting for the drama program, funding for field trips, equipment for Phys Ed. etc. This additional source of funds, outside our budget, is essential to continue providing the opportunities we do for students.

Please consider volunteering to support this event.

Volunteer Sign-Up: CLICK HERE

Provincial Achievement Tests (PATs): Grade 6 & 9

In June of this year, Grade 6 and 9 students across the province will participate in the Provincial Achievement Tests (PATs) using the Digital Assessment Platform (Vretta). Grade 6 and 9 students will complete PATs in English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies.

  • The dates of the assessments are as follows:
  • Grade 6 (No Social Studies due to NEW curriculum).
    • Science: Friday: June 12.
    • Math "A": Monday, June 15.
    • Math "B": Thursday, June 18.
  • Grade 9
    • ELA "B": Tuesday June 9.
    • Math "A": Tuesday, June 16.
    • Math "B": Friday, June 19.
    • Social Studies: Monday, June 22.
    • Science: Tuesday, June 23.

***Students who are absent on PAT days will complete the assessment when they return to school***

Results from these tests will provide Alberta Education, school administrators, teachers, parents/guardians, students and the public with information about what students know and can do in relation to provincial standards at the end of Grade 6 and 9. Provincial Achievement Tests are based on what students have been learning throughout the school year.

Learning Commons/Library Book Return

The final day for students to return all library books and reading materials is Friday, June 12. Please remind your child to check their bags, lockers, and room at home for any school books.

Athletics Update - Track & Field

Our Track and Field Meet is quickly approaching on June 8th! We are so excited by the number of athletes interested in representing the Marshall Springs River Wolves, and we know they will make us proud! In regards to the track meet on June 8, the decision to go ahead or cancel is made the morning of at approximately 700am. If the meet is cancelled, the communication will go out the morning of June 8th.

To help make this event a success, we are currently looking for multiple parent volunteers. If you are available and willing to help out, please contact Lana Gibbs (lagibbs@cbe.ab.ca) as soon as possible.

Your support would include:

  • Cheering on our athletes.
  • Supervising student/athletes.
  • Encouraging athletes to get to their events on time and checking times regularly.
  • Helping ensure athletes are eating and staying hydrated throughout the day.
  • Bathroom Supervision.

Thank you for supporting our athletes and school community!

Cafeteria Menu

Weekly Menu: June 8 - 12, 2026: CLICK HERE

Follow MSS on Social Media

  • @marshallspringscbe
  • @principalKMG

Have a great week!

Kevin Godfrey
Proud Principal & Public Educator
Marshall Springs School