We have lots of exciting events happening this month, including the CPE Math Fair on April 15, Earth Day activities, the start of Track and Field Club, and Smashball already underway.  As a school, we continue to make steady progress toward our goals, with a focus on strengthening literacy and numeracy while building a positive school community through our RAISE focus.

Our second Written Learning Updates were recently sent home, providing a snapshot of your child’s learning at that point in time with a focus on their progress. They are one of several ways we communicate learning, alongside class newsletters, emails, and ongoing conversations.  April also brings Student-Led Conferences on April 29 and 30. These conferences are a great opportunity for students to share their learning, reflect on their progress, and revisit their goals with their families. We look forward to welcoming you into the school.

Thank you for your continued support in making CPE such a great place to learn!

Tammy Tomm

Principal, CPE

CPE Sports Day – May 21
A variety of helpers are needed for both Primary and Intermediate events.  Please watch for a volunteer form sent home with your child near the end of April.

Intermediate District Field Events at CPE – June 4
Volunteers are needed to assist with field events throughout the day.  Please watch for volunteer forms sent home with your child in early May.

The Math Fair is a fun, hands-on event where students and families explore engaging math puzzles and games together. The activities are designed to be accessible for all learners, encouraging problem solving, creativity, and perseverance. It’s a great way to experience math in a joyful, low-pressure environment.

We hope you can join us for this exciting community event!

During the conference, your child will take the lead in sharing their learning, including recent projects, evidence of growth, and next steps. This is a valuable opportunity for students to reflect on their progress. The teacher will also be available to meet with you and your child to discuss your child’s learning and answer any questions you may have.

Your child’s teacher will be in contact to schedule a conference time. To ensure we can meet with all families, there will be one conference per student, and we are not able to schedule multiple appointments for the same student.

The CPE PAC supports school events, funds resources and equipment, and helps provide the “extras” that make school more engaging for students.

Thank you to our PAC and the Yearbook Committee for their ongoing work on the 2025–2026 yearbook, which will be provided free to all CPE students at the end of June.

Battle of the Books is organized by our Elementary Teacher -Librarians, and we appreciate the time and dedication they put into making this opportunity possible.

Smashball

Smashball started for our Grade 6 and 7 students on Tuesday, March 10 after school at RSS. Smashball is a lead-up to volleyball, where students play 3-on-3 while developing skills in preparation for full court games. Thank you to our coaches Ms. Hill,  Ms. Dodds, Mr. Larter and Ms. Russell.

Smashball Dates at RSS for Grade 6/7: 

Tuesday, March 10 and 31
Tuesday, April 7, 14, 21, and 28
The first three sessions will be practices. April 14 and 21 will be game days, and April 28 will be the final tournament.

All practices and games will take place at the RSS gym. Columbia Park students will take the bus to RSS.

Additional practices at school will take place on Wednesdays afterschool for Grade 7 students and Thursday afterschools for Grade 6 students.

Track and Field Club

Track and Field Club will run for Grades 4–7 on Mondays from April 13 to June 1 from 2:30-3:30 at CPE. Please watch for a permission form coming home with your child.

Thank you to Ms. Lenzi, Ms. Pica, and Ms. Findlay for organizing and running this extracurricular opportunity!

Swimming for Grades 2 & 5

As part of the District’s grade-specific sports explorations, students in Grades 2 and 5 will visit the Recreation Centre pool for a series of swimming lessons, along with some time to enjoy the facility.

Swimming sessions will take place on May 6, 13, and 20. Permission forms will be sent home later this month.

These sports explorations give students the opportunity to try a variety of activities and help promote a lifelong interest in being active.

To help keep everyone safe, please review the following expectations with your child:

Please have students walk their bikes and scooters once they arrive on school grounds
Students should dismount at the sidewalk and walk their bike and scooter onto school property
Helmets are required for all riders for safety
Bikes and scooters should be locked in the designated bike racks
We appreciate families reinforcing safe and respectful riding habits both on the way to school and in the community.

· Monday, April 6 – Easter Monday – No School

· Friday, April 10 Assembly / Hot Lunch (Beef Stew with Biscuits)

· Friday, April l0 -PALS #2 (8:30-10:00)

· Tuesday, April 14 – POPS#2 (8:30-10:00)

· Tuesday, April 14 – BVE Family Photo Night by Mountain West (3:30-8:00pm)

· Tuesday, April 14 – PAC Meeting in the Library 6:30-7:30 pm

· Wednesday, April 15 CPE Math Fair (Family Math Night 3:30pm-6:00pm)

·  Thursday, April 16 – CPE Class Photo Day

·  Friday, April 17 Spirit Day- Multiples Day

·  Monday April 13,20 & 27 – Grade 6/7 Afterschool Cooking Class

·  Wednesday, April 22 Earth Day – classes will participate in a neighbourhood clean-up

·  Thursday, April 23 – K-Play (4:00-5:00)

·  April 29 & 30 Early Dismissal for Student Led Conferences

·  May 6, 13, & 20– Grade 2 & 5 Swimming

·  Friday, May 8 – Assembly / Hot Lunch (Shepard’s Pie)

·  Thursday, May 14 – Spirit Day -Future Career Day

· Friday, May 15 – Professional Development Day – No School

· Monday, May 18 – Victoria Day – No School

· Thursday, May 21 CPE Sports Day

· Friday, May 22 Hot Lunch (Teriyaki Chicken Stir-Fry with Rice)

· May 28 & 29 Grade 7’s to Sunnybrae

· Tuesday, June 2 District Track (at Centennial)

· Thursday, June 4 District Field (at CPE)

· Friday, June 5 Hot Lunch (Lasagna, Ceasar Salad & Garlic Bread)

· Thursday, June 11 New Kindergarten orientation

· Friday, June 12 Assembly

· Friday, June 12 Band Concert at RSS Theatre 1:00-1:30

· Thursday, June 18 Grade 7 Celebration

· Thursday, June 25 Last day of school, dismissal at Noon