This Week at Deer Run
What an amazing week of learning we have had at Deer Run School! All classrooms have been outside exploring the community with Yellow Steps Learning. Students are excited to share their discoveries and are learning to connect with “this place” in meaningful ways. Thank you to our School Council for providing this opportunity to all Deer Run students.
A huge thank you to all the families who joined us for our Welcome Back Family Picnic! The weather was perfect, and the sense of community strong. Special thanks to our amazing School Council for popping and handing out popcorn. We hope to see you at our next School Council meeting on October 8, 2025.
On Friday, our school recognized Orange Shirt Day. This important day reminds us of the lasting impact of Residential Schools and our shared commitment to Truth and Reconciliation. Please remember there is no school on Tuesday, September 30, in recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Warmly,
Shawna, Krista, and the Deer Run Team
Quick Reminders:
- Monday, Sept. 29 – Non-Instructional Day (No school)
- Tuesday, Sept. 30 – National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (No school)
School Council News: Fundraiser Launch
We’re excited to kick off our new school fundraiser — The Big Box of Cards!
This is a fun and simple way to support our school, and each box provides great value for your family and friends.
📦 What’s Available?
- Card boxes: $35 (Choose from All Occasion, Birthday, Kids Birthday, or Holiday cards)
- Candle box: $40 (Includes 8 soy candles)
📅 When: September 22 – October 3, 2025
💵 How to Pay: Cash or cheque payable to Deer Run Elementary Parents Association
📍 Return orders to: Your child’s teacher or the front office by October 3
📦 Delivery Date: November 1, 2025
🎉 Prizes!
- Sell 75+ boxes: Top class wins a pizza party
- Sell 150+ boxes: Entry into a draw for a $25 gift card (1 entry per 3 boxes sold)
- Sell 400+ boxes: Entry into a draw for a Samsung 8" Tablet
👉 More info: www.bigboxfundraising.com
❓ Questions? Contact Victoria at deerrun@cbe.ab.ca
Each box sold contributes $11 directly to our school. Thank you for your support!
— Deer Run Parent Council & Staff
Well-Being Learning Series
The Calgary Board of Education invites all parents and guardians to join a live online learning series on supporting child and youth well-being. Hosted by the Recovery Alberta Community Education Service (CES) program and local Calgary experts, these sessions provide strategies and tools to support families.
Session details are available on the Child and Youth Family and Caregiver Series public facing page.
Healthy Hunger Fun Lunch
We are excited to continue offering monthly Fun Lunches through Healthy Hunger for students in Grades 1–6. Meals are delivered directly to classrooms at lunchtime.
🍴 To participate, register with Healthy Hunger (if you haven’t already) at: https://healthyhunger.ca/parent-help.
