March  24 to April 4 

Spring Break 

Happy Spring Break! As the snow starts to melt, again, and the days get a little longer we are reminded that spring is here. We hope all families have an opportunity to reconnect and recharge over the next week. Our school will be closed until March 31 when we welcome students back to classes.  

Welcome Back  

We welcomed back our amazing facility operator and custodial staff on Friday. We are so grateful for all the work they do keeping our school clean, safe, and ready for learning.  

WDPratt Parent Community 

We cannot thank you enough for your generosity in bringing all the scrumptious food and sodas to fuel teachers through parent teacher conferences. Your thoughtfulness and kindness so appreciated. We have the best families at Pratt! 

Athletics- Badminton 

The badminton season begins on April 1! More details about the season can be found on our website. https://williamdpratt.cbe.ab.ca/badminton.aspx  

Grade 9 (Tuesday PM/Thursday AM):  Mr. Howat (Head Coach), Mr. Auer & Craig Stewart (Community Volunteer) First Tryout is Tuesday, April 1, 2025 @ 2:45pm 

Grade 8 (Monday PM/Wednesday AM):  Ms. Maxwell (Head Coach) & Mr. Lee – First Tryout is Wednesday, April 2 @ 7:00am 

Grade 7 (Tuesday AM/Thursday PM):  Ms. Marquette (Head Coach) & Ms.Degraffinreid – First Tryout is Tuesday, April 1, 2025 @ 7:00am 

Grade 6 (Monday AM/Wednesday PM): Mr. Watson (Head Coach), Ms. Greiss & Mr. Stevens – First Tryout is Wednesday, April 2 @ 2:45pm 

Grade 5 & 6 Mini-Mavs (Mondays & Thursdays @ Lunch, Friday AM)  Mrs. Strohbach, Ms. Bonello & Selected Members of the WDP Badminton Teams.  No Tryouts Required 

Vaping and Youth 

 The Community Health Promotion Services team with Recovery Alberta is offering a 3 Part series started this week, Tuesday, March 18 for families. This three-part presentation by the Community Health Promotion Services Team (CHPS) addresses important issues affecting youth today. The next session is Wednesday, April 9, focused on Vaping and Youth. Please see details below to register. This session covers the rising concern of vaping among youth, providing insights into devices, substances, and strategies for effective conversations. Vaping and Youth | April 9 | 11:30am  

Over Spring Break We Celebrate     

March 31 International Transgender Day of Visibility 

March 31 Eid Al Fitr -Eid Mubarak!    

Upcoming Dates 

March 31 First Day Back from Spring Break 

April 1 Badminton Season Starts 

April 8 Grade 9 Photos 

April 9 Fun Lunch- Subway 

April 15 Vaccination Catch Up 

April 16 School Council (6pm to 8pm) 

April 18 Non-Instructional Day (No School for All) 

April 21 Non-Instructional Day (No School for Students) 

April 21 to 25 Heritage Trip 

April 23 Fun Snack- Donuts 

April 29 PALS Visit w/ CSSI