Hello Mahogany Families, 

Well, that was an amazing and busy week! From Elections to Musicals, Book Sales to Portables, we had a little bit of excitement across the board. I am so glad to be back in the swing of things with you all and be able to be a part of all the amazing work that is happening. Thank you to everyone for an incredible week and for all the work that has gone into all the activities and performances this week. Willy Wonka was an outstanding performance, I even had someone say, “Is this Broadway?” That is a big compliment to all our staff, students and of course Mrs. Bourgeois. Our Book Sale was also a huge success and great kick off to our upcoming Read-a-Thon next week. Thank you to all of our organizers on staff, volunteers and for all the incredible book donations! We are heading right into May, and it is hard to believe we are here already. With just a couple short months to go we still have LOTS of learning to go and so many things to celebrate to come. 

Inspiration

"May is a reminder that every lesson, every moment, and every smile has brought your students closer to who they’re becoming. The finish line is in sight—finish strong, with heart." -unknown 

Weekly Wonder

What things will you put in place to help you ‘become’ as we head toward the end of the school year with only two months left? 

Updates and Administrivia

Modular Classroom Update

Thank you for supporting the placement of the modulars last week.  

If you have any questions about this work, please email facilityprojects@cbe.ab.ca.      

Thank you,  

Calgary Board of Education  

Wonka Musical

Congratulations to all of the students, teachers, and volunteers who made this production happen! It was BEYOND beautiful, organized, marvelous and fun to attend! We are so proud of our Mahogany Music Program, and of course, our very own Mrs. Bourgeois!  

Planning for Next Year

• Please see email sent today regarding student movement for 2025-2026 
• Please see email regarding Parent Requests for 2025-2026 

Bikes at the School

We are so happy that many of our students are choosing to ride their bikes and scooters, to and from school each day, during the nice weather. We would just like to remind all students that when close to the school, please do not ride on the sidewalks to ensure everyone’s safety. As a reminder, bike racks are located at the front of the school and scooter racks are located at the front and the back of the school for daily lock up.  

Bus Students  

Please, families of students who ride the school bus, notify the office ahead of time, if your child will not be taking the bus at the end of the school day. It can become challenging for our office to track down all students if we haven’t received a note from parents as we do attendance as they board the bus each day. Thank you for your help!  

Swimming Dates  

• Dates: Monday, May 12 – Thursday, May 15 
• Students: Grades 1, 4 and 5 

Save the Date / Important Dates Coming Up  

May 

• May 5 – Mahogany Read-a-thon starts!  
• May 8 – Lakeshore Visits our Grade 5 Students  
• May 9 -  – Nickle Visits our Grade 5 students  
• May 13 – German Delegates visit Mahogany! Welcome!  
• May 14 – AM class to Granary Road (8:00am to 2:30pm) NO SCHOOL FOR PM CLASSES 
• May 15 – PM class to Granary Road (8:00am – 2:30pm) NO SCHOOL FOR AM CLASSES 
• May 15 – Grade 3 to Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra 
• May 16 – Non-Instructional Day (no classes for students)  
• May 19 – Victoria Day  
• May 23 – Read-a-thon ends!  
• May 29 – Read-a-thon wrap up Assembly for students (winners/prizes announced)  
• May 29 – Kindergarten Orientation (more details to come)  
• May 30 – Volunteer Tea  

June  

• June 2 – Bike to School Parade Day / Start Wheel Week (all week long)  
• June 13 – Sports Day  
• June 19 – Grade 5 Farewell (more details to come)  
• June 24 – Talent Show! (more details to come)  
• June 26 – Last day of classes/half day (pick up at noon) 
• June 27 – Non-instructional day (no classes for students)  

School Council / Parent Society

The next School Council meeting will be May 6, 2025, at 6:00pm. We would love for you to join us in person at the school. All previous agendas and meeting minutes can be found online.  

Parents and community members are important partners in public education. Through school councils, our partners can make significant and meaningful contributions to the learning opportunities provided to CBE students. Meetings are full of useful information about the school, upcoming events, budget, and spending. Meetings will be in person, at the school, and all are welcome to attend.  

Curious what school councils do? Click for HERE more information: 

Have any questions? Email us at Schoolcouncilmahogany@outlook.com 

Fundraising Association

The next Fundraising Association meeting will be on May 6, 2025 directly following the School Council meeting. All agendas and meeting minutes can be found online.  

Curious how we spend money raised? Join us at the meeting to find out where the funds are allocated! 

Ongoing Fundraisers

There are many ways you can contribute to the school's fundraising through everyday initiatives. Check out the list of ongoing initiatives here: 

Read A Thon

May 5-23 students will be asked to participate in this school-wide event. The goal is helping students build on their reading skills, foster a love of reading and raise money to support the students at our school. Comprehensive information will be sent out. 

 Healthy Hunger - Students can order one Fun Lunch (Grade 1 to 5) and one Fun Snack (all students) each month. To order, visit www.healthyhunger.ca and create your account. Orders must be placed 6 days prior to the delivery date. 

Fun lunches and Snack days are not possible without the help of volunteers. If you have your CBE clearance and annual volunteer registration, we would love your help.  

Skip The Depot

You can donate the proceeds from your empty bottles and cans to our school - NO CONTACT REQUIRED! Simply click the link below to sign up for pickups, set your bottles out the morning of pickup and away they go! All proceeds are given back to the school. Please sign up HERE. 

COBS

Like fresh baked goods?! When shopping at Cobs, let them know you are with Mahogany School, and they will donate a portion of your purchase to the school! 

*Yearbook 

Watch for a flyer coming home with details on how to order your 24-25 school year yearbook 

Happenings 

Upcoming  

Monday, May 12 

• Regular Day of Classes 
• Read-a-thon continues! 

Tuesday, May 13 

• Regular Day of Classes   
• Read-a-thon continues!  

Wednesday, May 14 

• Wellness Wednesday  
• Regular Day of Classes 
• Read-a-thon continues!  

Thursday, May 15 

• Regular Day 
• Read-a-thon continues!  

Friday, May 16 

• No school for students (PL day)