Hello Mahogany Families,

“Kindness is like snow; it beautifies everything it covers.” K. Gibran

I am inspired this week by this quote. Maybe it is the snow that we have had this week, or the fact that we have had so many days of bone chilling cold, but the image of kindness like a blanket of snow seems so comforting. Imagine if we all approached each other and everything we do with this in mind, we could have such a positive impact on so many. As educators, we work to wrap the students in metaphorical blankets of kindness, caring, empathy and all things that will help them to be mindful of others, grateful for what they have in the moment and to be positive and in turn kind to others. Like the snow that beautifies as it covers, kindness too can beautify each of us. We strive to nurture hearts as much as minds and work to create a group of children who can make a difference in our school, their community and the larger world context someday. Empathy, kindness, and compassion, these are the qualities that we foster in our students every day, and they are the same values that help strengthen our own connections as a team.

As educators, we have the unique privilege of creating a space where kindness and understanding are not only encouraged but celebrated. This was so evident today as we walked through the hallways and were greeted by, “Happy Valentine’s” and by the students who sought us out to deliver valentine cards, many of them with personalized messages inside and filled with care. We are so glad that you are on this journey alongside us and we are grateful for the partnerships we have with all of our Mahogany families.

In the spirit of Teachers’ Convention and the upcoming Family Day, let’s also remember the importance of taking time for ourselves and our families. This time to reconnect, get inspired followed by rest, recharge, and family time.

Enjoy the Family Day long weekend!

❤️

Tracy and Christine

Inspiration

"Remember there’s no such thing as a small act of kindness. Every act creates a ripple with no logical end.” S. Adams

Weekly Wonder

Where will you enact kindness this week?

Updates and Administrivia

Save the date- Read-A-Thon May 5-23, 2025

We look forward to meeting with our School Council Committee to work through the logistics of getting our Mahogany Read-A-Thon coming up in May. We are excited to bring this opportunity to our school and ignite passion about literacy!

Jump Rope for Heart

Mahogany School is participating in Jump Rope for Heart. February is Heart Month and Mahogany School is taking part in Jump Rope for Heart this year. Our goal is $1000.00 and we beat it this week already! Let’s work toward our next goal and knock it out of the park!

Jump Rope for Heart encourages kids to have a positive attitude towards exercise, healthy eating, and heart health while raising vital funds to fight heart disease.

Families and students can donate online. Every student who donates will enter a draw to win some fun Jump Rope for Heart prizes like hates, balls, jump ropes, water bottles and more. Thanks to Mrs. Theberge and the Leadership Team for your organization of this event.

Save the Dates - Swimming!

Mahogany School Students from Grades 1-5 will have the opportunity to take swimming lessons this year as a part of our Physical Education Program. We are very excited to offer this program to students as an important life skill, especially in a lake community like Mahogany. We will need many volunteers (no swimming required) to make this work, both Male and Female to support change rooms. Valid CBE Police Clearance required.  

April 14 – 17, 2025: All Grade 2 and 3 classes

May 12-15, 2025: All Grade 1, 4 and 5 classes

More information to come as we get closer to the dates.

Wonka Musical - Save the Date – April 29, 2025

• Choir rehearsals are every Tuesday and Thursday at lunch
• Set design Wednesday afterschool 2:30-4:00pm

School Council / Parent Society

Our next School Council Meeting will be on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at 6:00pm at Mahogany School followed by our next Fundraising Association Meeting will follow, all parents/guardians are welcome to join! Doors will be open at 5:45pm. Please join us in the Gathering Space.

Healthy Hunger Fun Lunch

A friendly reminder to place your order for the upcoming week's snacks/lunches. Please go to www.healthyhunger.ca to place your order.

Happenings

Upcoming

Monday, Feb. 24, Day 5

Regular Day of Classes

Tuesday, Feb 25., Day 1

Pink Shirt Day

Regular Day of Classes

Choir Rehearsal – Lunch

Wednesday, Feb. 26, Day 2

Wellness Wednesday

Regular Day of Classes

Thursday, Feb. 27, Day 3

Regular Day

Fun Lunch

School Council Read-A-Thon Committee Meeting

Friday, Feb. 28, Friday Schedule

Ramadan Begins

Non-Instructional Day – No School for Students

Upcoming

March 1, 2025

Alberta Francophonie Month begins

International Women’s Day

Irish Heritage Month

Musical – Wonka! April 29, 2025