Hello Somerset Families! 

As we prepare for our upcoming Conservation Champions Festival and Earth Day assembly, it is a meaningful time to pause and reflect on the Word of the Week, “threatened,” especially as it relates to our environment. Understanding what it means for a species or an ecosystem to be threatened helps us recognize the importance of our shared responsibility in caring for the planet. It invites us to protect the living things we coexist with and to approach all challenges with kindness, empathy, and a sense of belonging. 

By staying curious and learning together, we can grow as thoughtful, informed stewards of the Earth, each of us playing a part in creating a more compassionate and sustainable world. 

Here are your Weekly Updates: 

No Classes for Students | Monday, April 21  

A reminder that Monday, April 21 is a System Professional Learning Day. There will be no classes for students as staff engage in meaningful learning to support student growth and well-being. We appreciate your support and partnership as we continue to learn and grow together. 

Earth Day Assembly – Grade 1 & 2 | April 22 at 2:30 PM 

We are looking forward to celebrating Earth Day with our Grade 1 and 2 students and families on Tuesday, April 22. The assembly will begin at 2:30 p.m., with doors opening at 2:15 p.m. Thank you for supporting our young learners as they share their voices and their commitment to caring for our planet. 

Word of the Week: threatened 

Definition: 
At risk of harm, danger, or extinction. 

Example Sentence: 
The monarch butterfly is considered a threatened species because of the loss of milkweed plants, which are essential to its survival. 

Morphology of the Word: 

  • Root: threat – a source of danger or risk 
  • Prefix: (none) 
  • Suffix: -ened – used to show that something is in a certain state or condition 

Fun Lunch | Thursday, April 24  - Coco Brooks 

Order: Fun Lunch  

A reminder that our next Fun Lunch is coming up on Wednesday, April 24, featuring Coco Brooks! Thank you to our volunteers and families for making these special days possible for our students. 

Important Dates Ahead

  • April 21 – Non-Instruction Day (No Classes for Students)  
  • April 22 – Earth Day Assembly (Grade 1&2 - begins at 2:30pm)  
  • April 22 – Rain Barrel fundraiser launch (more information to come)  
  • April 24  – Fun Lunch  - Coco Brooks Fun Lunch  
  • April 28 – Elections Calgary – School will be open with polling station access on-site. Please note, Elections Calgary provides the security for this event.  
  • May 1 – Grade 4 Tour of Samuel W. Shaw School 
  • May 6 – Grade 1 Field Study to the Calgary Zoo – Conservation Champions  
  • May 7 – Spring Celebration (PM) – Families are invited to join us in celebrating student creativity and community  
  • May 8 - Grade 4 - Conservation Champions 
  • May 16 – Professional Learning Day (No Classes for Students)  
  • May 22 – Grade 4 Agriculture presentation 
  • May 28 – Grade 1 Field Study to the Calgary Zoo – Gossamer Wings  
  • May 29 – Fun Lunch  - Subway Fun Lunch(Cut-Off: 24 May)  
  • June 5 - Spirit Day (tentative)  
  • Correction _ June 12 - Grade 4 Farewell  
  • June 19 - A & W Fun Lunch (Cut-Off: 14 June)  
  • June 20 - Indigenous Games Day  
  • June 25 – Grade 4 Farewell Celebration 

Transportation Changes & Bell Times 2025-26 

(following the system communication)  
As of Sept. 1, 2025, our new Bell Times our school are:  

Monday – Thursday: 8:52am – 3:25pm  

Friday: 8:52am – 12:55pm  

Join the Playground Placement Team  

If you are interested or would like to learn more, please click HERE.  
As we continue to be curious and open to learning more about one another and the community we share, we grow stronger together. Wishing you a restful rest of your weekend, and to all those who celebrate Easter, may it be a joyful and meaningful time spent with loved ones. 


Nathan Bane  

Somerset School Principal