May 1, 2026

Hello Families,
We had an incredible week in kindergarten! 

Important Dates
  • May 1 – M/W Kinder Attend
  • May 1 – Volunteer Tea
  • May 4 – 14 – Gymnastics
  • May 5 – Fun Lunch (Mucho Burrito)
  • May 8 – T/T Kinder Attend 
Thank You to Our Wonderful Volunteers!
I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to all the incredible volunteers who supported our kindergarten classroom and school community throughout the year. Your dedication, time, and caring presence have made a lasting difference. Whether you were helping in the classroom, preparing materials, or joining us on field trips and special events, your contributions brought joy and enriched our learning environment. Thank you for your commitment and for being such an important part of our Andrew Sibbald family.

Volunteer Tea
Thank you to all the volunteers who joined us for the celebration on Friday morning. We are so grateful for your time and support. It truly made the event special for our students. Please take a moment to check out some of the beautiful artwork created by Andrew Sibbald’s students (see below). A special thank you to Mrs. Odegard, who taught the kindergarten students engaging colour songs. Her ability to create developmentally appropriate music, movement, and dance experiences allows our students to build confidence and truly shine.








The Calgary Zoo Field Trip
"We didn't realize we were making memories; we just knew we were having fun." -AA Milne

Students spent the day exploring the zoo in small groups, observing animals in their naturalistic habitats and unique enclosures. Later in the week, they reflected on what they saw and what they learned. Ask your child to share three new facts they discovered at the zoo!

Throughout our visit, we learned about the zoo's many successes in conservation and animal care, as well as some of the challenges involved in maintaining these efforts. This hands-on experience sparked curiosity and set the stage for future learning.

We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our wonderful volunteers for joining us on our field trip to the Calgary Zoo. Your support, enthusiasm, and care helped make the day safe, engaging, and full of meaningful learning for our students. We truly appreciate the time you took out of your day to be part of this special experience; your presence made a big difference!

Wellness
  • I can show care and respect for animals and living things
  • I can follow safety rules to keep myself and others safe on a trip
  • I can take turns and work with a group
  • I can try new experiences and explore with confidence
  • I can manage my belongings (backpack, lunch, water bottle)
English Language Arts & Literature 
  • I can listen to new information and ask questions about animals
  • I can share my ideas, thoughts, and observations with others
  • I can use pictures, words, or drawings to show what I learned
  • I can make connections between animals and my own experiences
  • I can understand and use new words (habitat, shelter, protect)
Mathematics 
  • I can count animals or objects I see
  • I can compare groups (more, less, same)
  • I can notice patterns in animal markings or movement
  • I can describe size (big, small, tall, short)
  • I can use numbers to talk about what I see (e.g., “I saw 3 penguins”)
Science / Understanding the World 
  • I can identify different animals and where they live
  • I can describe what animals need to live (food, water, shelter)
  • I can notice similarities and differences between animals
  • I can explore how animals grow and change
  • I can understand that people help take care of animals
Science / Understanding the World
  • I can learn about dinosaurs and how they lived long ago
  • I can understand that dinosaurs are extinct (they are no longer alive)
  • I can explore what living things need (food, water, shelter)
  • I can learn how scientists use fossils to understand the past
  • I can notice similarities and differences between dinosaurs and animals today
Art & Representation
  • I can draw or create animals and their habitats
  • I can use different materials to show my ideas
  • I can share my thinking through art
Conservation & Citizenship Connections
  • I can help take care of the Earth
  • I can make choices that help animals (e.g., not littering)
  • I can be a “helper” for nature and living things












Have a wonderful weekend! 

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