Happy New Year!

Happy New Year to all of our students and families! I hope everyone enjoyed a restful and joyful holiday season and is feeling refreshed as we begin a brand-new year together. I wish you all a happy, healthy, and wonderful 2026.

I would also like to warmly welcome Mr. C, who has joined our classroom as my teaching partner while Mr. Cookie is away on medical leave. Mr. C has been an absolute pleasure to work with so far. He is a wonderful collaborator and has a very similar teaching style to Mr. Cookie, which has made the transition smooth and comfortable for the students. We are thrilled to have him with us.

Over the next several weeks, our learning will be centered around an exciting Winter Olympics theme. Mr. C will be exploring this theme through Social Studies, Science, and Math, while I will be connecting it to French language learning and a variety of winter-inspired art projects.

Looking ahead to February, Mr. C and I will be working closely with our Grade 7 students to plan, organize, and host a Mini Aspen Park Elementary Winter Olympics. Students will help organize and take part in fun and engaging activities such as bobsled racing, team skiing, and more. This will be a fantastic opportunity for leadership, teamwork, and school-wide fun. More details will be shared as the date approaches.

In Career Education, students will be researching several career ideas and learning about different pathways. Before Spring Break in mid-March, we plan to host a mock Career Fair, where students will create interactive displays and invite parents and other classes to come explore their learning. It’s shaping up to be an exciting and meaningful experience for everyone involved.

It is sure to be a fun, busy, and engaging term, and we are looking forward to all the learning and celebrations ahead. Thank you, as always, for your continued support.

Warm wishes for a happy and healthy New Year!