Sturgeon Public Virtual Academy - SPVA

The SPVA staff are celebrating Pride! 🌈

Pride Week is June 4 - 7! 🌈

A few of our SPVA students were able to attend the STEAM games at Sturgeon Composite High School yesterday!

Our students competed in the Artistic Design and Prototyping challenges at the Jr. High level. While we did not receive a medal for the wonderful sculpture our students made, they did come in second place for the Lunar Lander, affectionately nicknamed Grandma, they created! After the challenges were over, students then explored various stations set-up including the Robotics lab to help with constructing a rover. Lessons were learned and a fun time was had by all!

Wishing everyone a fantastic long weekend! ☀️

Community Education Service through AHS offers free mental health sessions for parents. Take a look at what they're offering in May!
https://community.hmhc.ca/

For teens and children with disabilities (ages 6 - 17) who are interested in attending summer camp, take a look at Camp HeHoHa - Health, Hope and Happiness!
https://camphehoha.com/

Today is the day to put on your favourite hat to help raise awareness about the importance of good mental health.

Visit CanWeTalk.ca for more information

On Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at 1:55 p.m., the National Public Alerting System will send a test alert across Alberta to all broadcast platforms. During the test, an alert will go off followed by a text message letting cell phone users know the sound is part of a test and there is no need for concern.

To learn more about emergency public alerting in Alberta, visit www.alberta.ca/about-emergency-alerts

There is a new date for the Alexander First Nation PowWow at the Kipohtakaw Education Centre! It will be Saturday May 25, 2024. Everyone welcome!

May 5 is known as Red Dress Day, which is a day to bring awareness of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls.

More information on the REDress Project can be found online:
www.jaimeblackartist.com/exhibitions/

Gibbons School will be hosting a presentation on ADHD this May. Anyone welcome, please RSVP to the link in the comments if you'd like to attend.

Join us for a presentation by Les Redick, Everyone is welcome to attend, feel free to share. You can RSVP using the link in the comments. Childcare is also available for children 3 and up!

Alberta Education Needs Your Input!

As student cellphone use continues to rise in Alberta and globally, it's crucial to assess its impact in our schools. While cellphones can enhance learning when used appropriately, they can also be sources of distraction and safety concerns. Alberta Education wants to hear from teachers, parents, and staff about your experiences and opinions to guide potential next steps.

Join the conversation and help shape the future of cellphone use in our elementary, junior high, and senior high schools. Your feedback is essential!

📅 Deadline: May 3, 2024

https://your.alberta.ca/cellphones-in-schools/survey_tools/en

Sturgeon Composite High School is hosting the Creative Arts Festival on April 18 from 3:30 - 6:00 pm at SCHS. Come by and enjoy the art from our division's talented students.

Students led art workshops will be happening throughout the evening if you’d like to join in the creation process. It’s an amazing night to feature your child’s art and share in the community. Works from the Festival may be selected for display at the Winspear in support of our wonderful music program.

Empowering Youth Voices in Alberta's Education System

Alberta's Minister of Education announced the 2024/25 Minister’s Youth Council call for applications, inviting approximately 40 junior and senior high school students aged 14 to 19 from diverse backgrounds across Alberta to contribute their voices to the province's education system. These students will engage directly with the minister and senior ministry leaders, offering insights and suggestions to enhance education for all students.

Interested students can apply until April 30, 2024.

www.alberta.ca/student-engagement

Sturgeon Public families, we want your feedback!

Our annual survey is designed to gather feedback from parents and guardians, enabling our Division to continuously enhance its programs and services, and ensure the educational needs of students and families are met.

Click this link to fill out the anonymous survey:
https://forms.gle/3hoqsvp5u8E9gRkq9

We appreciate you helping us make Sturgeon Public Schools a great place to learn!

We will be closed for Spring Break starting Friday, March 22nd, 2024 and will reopen on Tuesday, April 2nd, 2024.

We wish you a restful break!

Have a safe and fun St. Patrick's day this weekend!

The Sturgeon Public Virtual Academy - SPVA students enjoyed a morning in nature with Sturgeon Public Schools' Métis Learning Coach, Jerome Chabot.

Mr. Chabot led the students on a nature walk and did teachings on Metis History and Identity, and ended the morning with fiddle playing.

Thanks to both Mr. Chabot and to our Trustee, Stacey Buga for joining us.

Happy Pi Day!

What's your favourite kind of pie?

Registration for Summer School through Sturgeon Public Schools opens on Monday, March 18, 2024 at 9:00 am.

Courses run from July 2 - July 25, 2024.

For more information and to register, please go to the website:
www.sturgeon.ab.ca/schools/summer-school

Today is International Women's Day! Shout out to the amazing team of women at Sturgeon Public Virtual Academy - SPVA

Parent/Teacher Conversations are coming up on March 14!

Reserve your spot by booking through the website:
www.sturgeonpva.ca/parent-zone/bookings

Landing Trail School will be hosting a Northern Alberta Internet Child Exploitation Unit (ICE) presentation on March 14 at 6:00 pm. Childcare will be available, and there will be light refreshments.

Please RSVP using the following link:
https://www.facebook.com/share/6vhcQwN2vKDAh3eA/?mibextid=9l3rBW

Our Morinville location will be closed on Friday, March 8. Our Gibbons location will remain open that day.

We apologize for any inconvenience!

Join us for an enriching Parent Engagement for Sturgeon Public Virtual Academy - SPVA on Tuesday from 6:15 - 7:15 pm at Gibbons School!

Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to strengthen the partnership between home and school. Your involvement makes a difference!

We look forward to seeing you there!