Good morning MSS families,

A four (4) day week of learning ahead as Friday, September 25 is a Non-Instructional Day. Classes resume for all MSS students on Monday, September 28.

As the weather begins to change, a reminder to students that they need to be dressed for the weather. Unless the weather is extremely unreasonable (raining, poor air quality, colder than -20C with windchill etc.), we will continue to use our beautiful outdoor spaces for learning and physical activity.

Upcoming Dates

  • Monday, September 21
    • Cross Country Meet #3 - North Glenmore
    • MSS School Council & Enrichment Society Meeting
      • 600pm at Marshall Springs.
      • Virtual Link | CLICK HERE
  • Tuesday, September 22
    • Girls Soccer Game | 445pm @ MSS vs. John Ware.
    • SEL Student learning session #4.
  • Wednesday, September 23
    • Boys Soccer Game | 445pm @ MSS vs. Woodman.
  • Thursday, September 24
    • SEL Student learning session #5.
    • Community Engagement Night - Guest Speaker Alison Springer (further details below).
  • Friday, September 25
    • Non-Instructional Day | No classes for students.
  • Monday, September 28
    • Classes resume for all MSS students.
    • Terry Fox Run (more details below).
    • Boys Soccer Game | 445pm @ MSS vs. John Ware.
  • Tuesday, September 29
    • Orange Shirt Day
      • All students, staff, and visitors are encouraged to wear orange on this day.
  • Wednesday, September 30
    • National Day for Truth and Reconciliation | School is Closed.
  • Thursday, October 1
    • Classes resume for all MSS students.
    • Student Photo Day
      • Retake Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

Healthy Hunger Returns to MSS!

We are happy to announce that healthy hunger Fridays (and one of Thursday) has returned for the 26-27 school year. Healthy hunger choices and ordering information have been uploaded to the school calendar on our website. This is a great way to provide a snack for your child on Fridays and also support the school as a portion of proceeds directly comes back to us.

Healthy Hunger Account Sign-Up | CLICK HERE

MSS School Council and Enrichment Society 2026-2027

The first meetings of the year will be held in September - more information to come shortly. We are always looking for interested parents/guardians to support the school through the council and enrichment society. Three important points:

  1. First meetings - September 21, 2026.
    1. In-Peron at MSS from 600-700pm in Staffroom.
    2. If you cannot attend in-person, you can attend virtually through Microsoft Teams | CLICK HERE.
  2. Community Engagement Night - September 24.
    1. Alison Springer - Motivational Speaker.
    2. Alison Springer Promo Poster.

“Alison Springer joins the community for a free, engaging and powerful talk for parents and caregivers. Alison will help you recognize and challenge the 'lying mirrors' of media, comparison, and negative words, and discover ways to protect your child's self-image and the dignity of others. Alison shares her personal stories of overcoming academic struggles. You'll leave inspired to lead with strength, kindness and purpose".

  1. MSS Enrichment Society Casino Fundraiser.
    1. October/November 2026.
    2. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

If you are interested in supporting and/or volunteering, please contact our school council chair Cecilia van der Merwe at ceciliavdm@gmail.com

MSS Terry Fox Run & Fundraising | #TerryFoxSchoolRun

This year, our school is proudly taking part in the annual Terry Fox School Run to continue Terry's dream of a world without cancer.  Despite the challenges that Terry faced, he never quit in his effort to help others suffering from cancer, no matter what. For this year's Terry Fox School Run, we are going to try our very best, no matter what, just like Terry did. Please support our school's fundraising efforts today! Marshall Springs' support of this event  will include:

  • A whole school Terry Fox run on Monday, September 28th.
  • Homeroom fundraising “Toonie for Terry.”
  • A homeroom challenge Terry Fox Run in Physical Education on Sept. 11th.
  • A “Tickets for Terry” fundraiser at lunch on September 23rd and 24th. Students can bring Toonies or non-perishable food donations to the Tickets for Terry table at lunch. 

In the spirit of encouraging our ability to raise funds to support the Terry Fox Foundation, homerooms will compete against each other in combining their PE run homeroom km totals and total HR funds raised. 

Donations will be collected on Monday, September 28th before the run. Alternatively, the safest and easiest way to fundraise is to donate online to individual homerooms through our school page, located here: https://schools.terryfox.ca/137774. Donations made online of over $20.00 receive a donation tax receipt.  Links to each homeroom's individual fundraising page are posted in the student's HPE or PE&W Google Classroom.

If your student would like a shirt, they may be purchased through the Terry Fox online store https://shop.terryfox.org/  and the Calgary Terry Fox Run at Fort Calgary - details at run.terryfox.ca/92903

PAST DUE - ACTION Required | Complete Online forms by September 14, 2026

Each year, schools have a variety of forms that parents / legal guardians / independent students are required to complete or review and update, some of which are paper and others online. If you have already completed your annual forms, you can disregard this message.

In CBE, the forms in an online format (SchoolEngage) are:

• Demographic Verification - 2026-27 – This required form is an Alberta Education and Childcare requirement as proof of Registration for funding purposes and includes your child’s personal information as well as parent / legal guardian contact information. 

• Citizenship Information Update - 2026-27 – This form becomes available and is required to complete if you change your child’s citizenship information on the Demographic Verification form.

• Annual Authorization - 2026-27 – Combines the following forms:

    • School District Use of Personal Information - explains how CBE uses personal information in providing education services.
    • Consent for CBE Use of Student Information – provides an option to grant / not grant consent for additional use of student information by school/district and third parties.
    • Consent for Use of Student Information by News Media and Outside Groups (Third Party) - provides an option to grant / not grant consent for additional use of student information by outside groups and third parties
    • Consent for Student Participation in Annual CBE Surveys – these surveys support school and system planning and help improve programs and supports offered to students
    • Parental Opt-In for Notifiable curriculum for students in grades 3 to 9 – written consent of parents prior to providing instructions or materials that deal primarily and explicitly with human sexuality, gender identity or sexual orientation. Students are unable to participate in this portion of the curriculum unless consent is granted.

SchoolEngage is one of the applications found in your MyCBE account. This is the same account used to pay fees, view academic information, book school conferences, register to volunteer etc. If you do not have a MyCBE account, click Create a MyCBE Account on the MyCBE page. For online help, refer to MyCBE - Creating an Account (includes instructions and a video).

To complete these forms: 

1. Sign in to your MyCBE account.

2. Click on the SchoolEngage icon.

3. Select the form.

4. Complete or review and update the form.

5. Click on Submit to send the form electronically to the school.

6. Repeat steps 3-5 for each form.

Please submit the Demographic Verification and Annual Authorization forms in SchoolEngage for your child by Monday, Sep. 14.  These forms are mandatory every year for Alberta Education and Childcare to confirm student funding. If you have any questions, please contact us at 403-817-3528.

Outdoor Education / Leadership Field Trip Opportunity 

We are exploring an optional two-day, one-night overnight field trip to Pioneer Lodge on May 17-18, 2027, where students can participate in activities such as rock climbing, canoeing, trail riding, team-building challenges, and more while developing leadership, teamwork, and communication skills.

The trip is open to all grade 6-9 MSS students who express interest. All interested students are encouraged to complete the form below.

The estimated cost is not expected to exceed $250 per student. Completing this form does not guarantee a spot or commit your child to attending. Further details will be provided if the trip moves forward.

If you are interested, please fill out this form by September 25, 2026. Pioneer Lodge Interest Form – Fill out form

UPDATE | Social Emotional Learning (SEL) @ MSS

To begin the school year, students are participating in seven Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) lessons. SEL helps students understand and manage emotions, build positive relationships, and make responsible decisions. These skills support student well-being, learning, and success at school.

So far, students have explored self-awareness and learned the 3 Rs: Recognize what they are feeling, Regulate their emotions using a helpful strategy, and Respond thoughtfully. Students have also examined the difference between reacting impulsively and choosing a more thoughtful response. Upcoming lessons will continue to build practical skills students can use at school and in everyday life.

MSS Yearbook 2026-2027

We are looking for student art to feature on the cover and inside our yearbook!  Requirements:

  • Regular size (8.5”x 11”) paper.
  • Must include the school name: Marshall Springs.
  • Use of our logo and mascot is encouraged (River Wolves).
  • Must include the year: 2026-2027.
  • Full colour.
  • Flat (do not add elements that stick off the page).
  • Appropriate, polished work.
  • Include your name and grade (can be on the front or back, your choice- you will be credited for your work in the yearbook).
  • Submitted by Friday, November 27, 2026 to Mrs. Hartling in the Foods room (or her mailbox in the office).

Yearbooks are available for purchase online at https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A07635338

Price is $30 if purchased by October 24, so order early!!  (October 25- December 31 will be $32.50, January 1- February 25 $35.00).

We also have a limited number of last year’s yearbooks still available for purchase for anyone who may have missed out!

Last Year’s (25-26) Yearbook – $30.00 Payment can be made by cash or POS at the school. If you would like a copy, please see the school office while supplies last.

Cafeteria Menu

Weekly Menu: September 21-25, 2026: CLICK HERE

Follow MSS on Social Media

  • @marshallspringscbe
  • @principalKMG

Have a great week!

Kevin Godfrey
Proud Principal & Public Educator
Marshall Springs School