Learning Together, Friends Forever. 同窗四季，挚友一生
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Hello / Nǐ hǎo Marion Carson School Families,
In this message…
- 2026-27 School Year Intent Form – Action Required
- Valentine’s Day Activities / Spirit Day (wear red, pink and/or white)
- Mandarin Bilingual Program 2026-27 Registration Expression of Interest
- A Message from School Council and Parent Association
A reminder that next week is a shorter week. There is no school on February 12 and 13 (due to Teacher’s Convention) and Monday, February 16th (due to Family Day). School would then resume on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
This week we had many field trips taking place for our students to share experiences and learning connections beyond the classroom. I would like to thank the many volunteers that came and supported the classrooms on these trips. We really appreciate your gift of time.
1. 2026-27 School Year Intent Form – Please complete by February 11, 2026
Thank you to all families that have already completed their 2026-27 School Year Intent Form. Please complete one form for each child for current Kindergarten to Grade 6 students. This form helps us greatly in planning for the upcoming school year.
Click here to complete the 2026-2027 School Year Intent Form.
2. Valentine’s Day Activities / Spirit Day (wear red, pink and/or white)
On Wednesday, February 11 students are invited to wear red, pink, or white clothing. Teachers will be sharing information specific to their classroom regarding Valentine’s Day learning and activities, and details about any items coming to school. Please connect with your child’s teacher should you have classroom-specific questions for this day. Although it is a kind gesture, like birthdays, we ask that food not be sent to school for classmates to eat, unless each item is individually factory packaged/sealed. These items will not be eaten at school but instead will be sent home with your child to support parent discretion.
3. Mandarin Bilingual Program 2026-27 Registration Expression of Interest for Lottery Process for Prospective Students – Closes February 10 at 12pm noon
Please share this information with your family and friends that live within our school’s designated program catchments if they are interested in attending Marion Carson School next year in the Mandarin Bilingual Program. Our Mandarin Bilingual Program follows a lottery process due to school and program capacity limits. Interested prospective families should submit an expression of interest before February 10, 2026 at 12pm noon to be placed in the lottery and considered for a 2026-2027 spot. Registration details are found on the Calgary Board of Education’s Registration Page with more personalized information to Marion Carson School available online in our Open House PowerPoint.
4. A Message from School Council and Parent Association
Staff Snack and Treats Day – February 9, 2026
Show your love and support to the MC Staff! We have arranged a snack and treat day for them! You can drop off your donations on or before February 9th, so that we can have them our for them before 11am in the staff room.
Signup here! Marion Carson Parent Association: MC Staff Valentine's Treats Day
Hitmen vs Silvertips Tickets:
Join us on February 16th at 1:00pm for a great cause at the Saddledome! We earn $7 from every ticket purchased. Calgary Hitmen - Powered by Spinzo
Upcoming Events
Feb. 9: Staff Snack and Treat Day (sign up here)
Feb. 10: Fun Snack (Out of Chaos) - Order at www.healthyhunger.ca
Feb. 10: School Registration Lottery Process Closes at 12pm Noon
Feb. 11: Last day to complete “Intent to Return” Online Form
Feb. 11: Valentine’s Day Activities – wear red, pink and/or white
Feb. 12/13: Teacher’s Convention – No School for Students
Feb. 16: Family Day – No School
Feb. 17: School Council and Parent Association Meeting – 6:30pm
Feb. 20: Fun Lunch (Papa John’s) – Order at www.healthyhunger.ca
Feb. 24: Report Cards go Live for Online Viewing in your MyCBE Account
Feb. 25: Pink Shirt Day – Students are Encouraged to Wear Pink
Feb. 27: Non-Instructional Day – No School for Students
Mar. 2-18: Gymnastics activities in the gym
Mar. 5: Parent Association Parent Education Night – Led by Youth Education Officer Constable Vallani
Mar. 13: Fun Lunch (Subway) – Order at www.healthyhunger.ca
Mar. 14: Student-Led Conference Booking System Opens at 10am – MyCBE Acount
Mar. 17: School Council and Parent Association Meeting – 6:30pm
Mar. 19: Student-Led Conference Booking System Closes at 3pm
Mar. 19: Student-Led Conferences (4:30pm – 7:30pm)
Mar. 19: Grade 6 Camp Parent Information Meeting (5:45pm - 6:30pm)
Mar. 20: Non-Instructional Day – No School for Students
Mar. 23-27: Spring Break – No School for Students
Mar. 30: Classes Resume
Sincerely,
Mr. Dustin Turner
Principal, Marion Carson School