This Week at Pratt

We have completed a successful second week of school, and it has been great to see students settling into their classrooms, routines and expectations. Physical Education classes transitioned back into grade groupings this week, and students are excited about their programs.

I also enjoyed connecting with many families at today’s Welcome Back Pratt Food Truck Event. We had a great turnout! Thank you to our parent community for continuing to show up and support our school in so many ways. I truly value these opportunities for conversations and feedback.

Most of our class sizes have now stabilized in the range of 25–28 students, with a few slightly higher or lower. This is due in part to a class size reduction grant provided by the Government of Alberta and will help our staff continue to provide meaningful learning opportunities and supports for students.

As we head into our third week, we will review expectations around respect, community and thoughtful choices with students. This will include a reminder about our Personal Mobile Device Policy. Personal mobile devices brought to school should remain in student lockers until the end of the school day. We appreciate families reinforcing this expectation at home.

Thank you for another great week, Pratt families. Have a wonderful weekend!

Sam Kaddoura
Principal

Important Reminders

Reporting an Absence

If your child will be absent, please:

CBE Family & Caregiver Series

CBE invites parents and guardians to participate in a live online series focused on supporting child and youth well-being.

Hosted by the Recovery Alberta Community Education Service (CES) Program in collaboration with Calgary-area experts, the sessions offer practical information, tools and strategies to support children and teens.

Please see the attached poster for upcoming sessions and additional information.

Grade-Specific Information

Grade 6 | Free YMCA Membership

All Grade 6 students are eligible for a FREE YMCA Calgary membership through the Calgary Flames Grade 6 YMCA Membership Program, valid until August 31, 2027.

To activate your membership:

  1. Complete the Grade 6 YMCA Membership Form shared in last week’s message.
  2. Request proof of enrolment by emailing williamdpratt@cbe.ab.ca. Please submit enrolment letter requests by email only.
  3. Bring the completed form and proof of enrolment to any YMCA Calgary location with a parent or guardian.

Athletics & Activities

Cross-Country

The cross-country team is underway! Please contact Mr. Auer for practice and race information.

Soccer

Our soccer teams have been formed, and games begin next week. Check the school website calendar or Athletics section for schedules and information.

Basketball

Senior basketball tryouts are underway. Students can find tryout information on the bulletin board in the student gathering space or in the Athletics section of the school website.

We’re also excited to share that, thanks to parent volunteers and Pratt staff, we will be able to run junior basketball teams this year! More information about tryouts will be shared next week.

Mini Mavs

Mini Mavs kicked off this morning with an incredible turnout! The program will continue Friday mornings at 6:45 AM. Please contact Ms. Stobo or Ms. Strohbach for more information.

Clubs & Activities

Students have been sharing lots of ideas for clubs and activities they would like to see at Pratt. A list of opportunities is being developed and will be shared soon.

School Council & Community

School Council Meeting | September 16

Our first School Council meeting is Wednesday, September 16 at 6:00 PM in the William D. Pratt staff room.

School Council is also looking for a co-chair. If you’re interested in getting more involved in the Pratt community, we’d love to see you there!

Apple Fundraiser | Orders Due October 6

The annual Sun Oka Farms apple fundraiser is back! Families can order 10 lb boxes of Honeycrisp or Ambrosia apples.

Orders are due October 6, with delivery expected in mid-to-late October. Don't miss out! Place your orders here.

Staff Appreciation Potluck | September 24

School Council is organizing a Staff Appreciation Potluck for Meet the Teacher evening and is looking for families who can contribute.

Staff have limited time to leave the school for dinner that evening, so this is a great way for our parent community to show them some appreciation. Sign up here!

Coming Up at Pratt

September 16 — School Council Meeting | 6:00 PM
September 18 — Terry Fox Activities
September 24 — Photo Day
September 24 — Meet the Teacher | 5:30–7:00 PM
September 25 — Non-Instructional Day | No School
September 30 — National Day for Truth and Reconciliation | No School

Meet the Teacher | September 24, 5:30–7:00 PM

We look forward to welcoming families to Meet the Teacher on Thursday, September 24! This is a great opportunity to visit the school, meet your child’s teachers, see their learning spaces and learn a little more about the year ahead.

More details to come.