Hello Jennie Elliott families!
Many of you have already been able to watch the progress of our Outdoor Learning and Naturalization project in the front of the school that has taken place over the last 3 months. We are excited that the project is completed and encourage families to check it out at the Welcome Back & Meet the Teacher event on Thursday! More to come on the upcoming ceremony day to honour and name this garden and gathering space as an extension of our beautiful school grounds.
Lucene Tahmazian
Principal | Jennie Elliott School
A Warm Welcome to Ms. Woelk, Our New Administrative Secretary!
Please help us in welcoming our new Administrative Secretary, Ms. Tavie Woelk, to Jennie Elliott! We are excited to have her join the team starting October 5th, and encourage you to pop by the office to introduce yourselves. Please see Ms. Woelk’s introduction message below:
Hello Jennie Elliott families! I’m very excited to be joining the Jennie Elliott team next month. I had the opportunity to help open my current school last year, and I’ve really enjoyed being part of a school community. I’m looking forward to getting to know our students, families and staff and becoming part of the wonderful Jennie Elliott community. And, just for fun… a little-known fact about me is that I’m a huge Disney fan! I can’t wait to meet everyone and begin this new adventure at Jennie Elliott!
Literacy & Numeracy Provincial Screeners Grade K-5
Please read the information bulletin regarding the upcoming literacy and numeracy screeners for grades K-5 required by the Provincial government.
Lit Num Screen Letter to Inform Parents Guardians
Jennie Elliott Run Club!
Please read the Jennie Elliott Running Club Letter Fall 2026 for more information on this exciting club for grades 1-6!
Your Time Makes a Difference!
Volunteering is a wonderful way to get involved, connect with our school, and make a positive difference in the lives of our students. There are many ways to lend a hand - from helping in classrooms and supporting school events, to volunteering with School Council and our parent-led initiatives. Whether you have an hour once in a while or are able to volunteer regularly, your time and talents are appreciated! Most importantly, students love seeing their families take an active role in their school, and contributes directly to the success of building a welcoming, connected community that makes Jennie Elliott a special place to be.
If you are interested in volunteering, please review the information on the CBE Volunteering webpage. It is important to note, that even if you have a valid Police Clearance, all volunteers must submit the Annual Volunteer Registration Form, linked at the bottom of that webpage.
CBE Caregiver Series
The Calgary Board of Education invites all parents and guardians to join a live online series on supporting child and youth well-being. The series is hosted by the Recovery Alberta Community Education Service (CES) Program in collaboration with local experts from the Calgary community. Please see the poster below for more information.
Meet the Teacher Evening! – Sept 17
Further to our message last week, a reminder that we invite families to meet your child’s teachers, learn a bit about their programming for the year, and tour the school. Families will be invited to meet the teacher and visit the classroom based on the student’s last name to alleviate crowding in the classrooms. Please also see your classroom teachers’ weekly messages, for further information.
Initial of Child’s Last Name | Time to Attend in the Classroom |
A-H | 3:45-4:30pm |
I-P | 4:30-5:15pm |
Q-Z | 5:15-6:00pm |
From Your School Council (JESC) & Parent Society Update (JEPSA)
Welcome Back Event!
On September 17th we will have food trucks in the staff parking lot. Enjoy food and sweet treats for the entire family and visit the Student Council table to learn what’s in store for the year.
First Council Meeting
All families are welcome and encouraged to join us for the first meeting of the year on Tuesday Sept 15 at 6:30pm in the Learning Commons, or online at the link below.
Click here to join the online School Council meeting
Upcoming Dates
September 15 – School Council Meeting 6:30pm – all are welcome!
September 17 – Welcome Back and Meet the Teacher Evening
September 25 – Non-Instructional Day (no school for students)
September 30 – National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (no school)