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Principal’s Message
October 16, 2026
To the Parents and Guardians of The Hamptons School,
Thank you for continuing to teach your children their purpose.
I come to The Hamptons School to Learn.
Family Fridays
The learning tasks designed by teachers, connected to the Program of Studies and inspired by Indigenous Learning, are as follows:
Learning Tasks
Activity | Learning Focus |
|---|---|
Movement / Dance Activities | Physical education and wellness |
Métis Beaded Flower | Cultural practices, art forms and symbols |
Rock Painting | Artistic expression through media and techniques |
Oral Storytelling – Mystery Objects / Touch Bags | The curriculum encourages students to recognize oral storytelling as a living way of preserving knowledge, language, history, identity, relationships and connections to the land. |
Crackle with Cold Land-Based Art | Fine and visual arts, social studies and Indigenous connections. Inspired by When the Trees Crackle with Cold – A Cree Calendar Pisimwasinahikan by Bruce Johnson-Laxdal and Miriam Korner. |
Sit Spots | Learning on the land, wellness, mindfulness and appreciation of nature’s gifts |
Mini Loom Weaving | Mathematical patterns and fine arts |
Bird Watching | Commonalities within classes of natural objects, observing and representing the natural world |
Pony Bead Keychains | Mindfulness, fine motor skills and perseverance |
Métis Dot Art – Gratitude Postcard | Cultural practices, art forms and symbols |
Collage Art – Seven Sacred Teaching Animals | Artistic expression through media and techniques |
As well as supporting learning, participating in Family Fridays contributes to developing relationships, building community and creating harmony at The Hamptons School.
Halloween
Students are invited to participate in Halloween celebrations on Friday, October 30.
Please keep the following guidelines in mind:
- Students should arrive at school in their costumes, dressed at home before coming to school.
- Please ensure costumes are safe and friendly. No scary masks or weapons are permitted.
Volunteer Photographers & Page Designers Needed
We are looking for volunteer photographers and page designers for The Hamptons School Yearbook.
If you are interested in learning more, please contact Amanda at HamptonsSchoolYearbook@gmail.com.
Reminders to Parents
Noon Supervision Program
If your child is staying for lunch at The Hamptons School, please ensure you register them in the noon supervision program through your MyCBE parent account.
Noon supervision fees have now been posted to your parent account by CBE Fees.
Student Supplies Fees
Student supplies fees have been posted to your parent account by CBE Fees.
Absences & Lates
Please leave a message with the reason for your child’s absence or late arrival on The Hamptons School Attendance Line at 403-777-7300, Ext. 1, before 8:30 AM.
Thank you for your cooperation!
Safety Reminder | Student Arrival Time
Teachers begin supervision at 8:22 AM each day.
For the safety of your children, please ensure they do not arrive at school before 8:22 AM, as there are no supervising teachers available before that time.
Important Dates
Date | Event |
|---|---|
Monday, October 19 | Non-Instructional Day — No School for Students |
Monday, October 26 | Photo Retake Day |
Friday, October 30 | Halloween Celebration |
November 11–13 | Fall Break — No School |
November 26–27 | School Conferences — please watch for more information |
Healthy Hunger
Healthy Hunger will begin on November 2. Please watch for more information.