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Dear DGS families, 

As we move through September, we are excitedly looking ahead to our Meet the Teacher and 10 Year Anniversary Celebration on September 24. This special evening will provide an opportunity for families to connect with staff, celebrate our school's first decade, and reflect on the many accomplishments of our students and community. A sincere thank you to our School Council for coordinating the food trucks, and to our leadership students and staff who have been working hard behind the scenes to make this a memorable event. We look forward to welcoming everyone for what promises to be an exciting evening of connection and celebration. 

The fall equinox occurs on September 22, marking the official beginning of autumn. At this time of year, the hours of daylight and darkness are nearly equal, and many Indigenous communities take time to give thanks for the harvest season, the gifts of the land, and the changing cycle of the sun. In many Indigenous teachings, autumn is a season that symbolizes maturity, reflection, and wisdom, while the equinox serves as a reminder of our relationship with the Earth and our responsibility to care for it. We encourage all members of our school community to take a moment to connect with Mother Earth, or Na'a in Blackfoot, and to reflect on the many things for which we are grateful.  

Next week also includes important observances within the Jewish faith. Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement and the holiest day of the Jewish year, is observed from the evening of September 20 through September 21. This sacred day is dedicated to reflection, prayer, forgiveness, and renewal. Later in the week, Sukkot begins at sunset on September 25, marking a joyful harvest festival that celebrates gratitude, community, and the historical journey of the Jewish people. We extend our best wishes to the members of our school community observing these important occasions. 

Thank you for your continued support, and I wish everyone a wonderful week ahead. 

Sincerely, 
Chris Keuben 
Principal | Dr. George Stanley School | Calgary Board of Education 

Items in this Update: 

• Annual Volunteer Registration  
• Family and Caregiver Learning Series 
• Meet the Teacher & 10th Anniversary Celebration – September 24 | 4:00–7:00 p.m. 
• Athletics 
• Subscribe to School Messages 
• Upcoming Dates 

Annual Volunteer Registration 

We are excited to welcome volunteers back to Dr. George Stanley School this year! As a reminder, all school volunteers must complete the Annual Volunteer Registration Form each school year before participating in volunteer activities, including those who have volunteered with us in previous years. The registration is valid for the current school year only. 

Parents and guardians can complete their volunteer registration through the SchoolEngage tab in their MyCBE account. As part of the registration process, volunteers will be asked to review the requirements of Alberta’s Protection of Privacy Act (POPA) and acknowledge their responsibilities. 

New this year: Community members who do not have a child registered with the CBE must complete their volunteer registration in person at the school where they wish to volunteer. This allows school staff to confirm that volunteers have reviewed and acknowledged their privacy responsibilities. 

Please ensure your volunteer registration is completed before participating in any volunteer activities at DGS. We greatly appreciate the time, energy, and support our volunteers contribute to our school community!  

Child & Youth Well-Being Sessions for Families & Caregivers   

The CBE invites all parents and guardians to join us for 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 experts from the Calgary community, this year's sessions will explore a range of timely topics. 

These sessions are free and provide information, resources, helplines, and services to support healthy child and youth development.

Sessions – October 2026

 More Information can be found here: Child & Youth Well-Being Sessions for Families & Caregivers 

Meet the Teacher & 10th Anniversary Celebration – September 24 | 4:00–7:00 p.m. 

Meet the Teacher and 10 Anniversary POSTER

Please join us on September 24 from 4:00–7:00 p.m. for our Meet the Teacher and 10th Anniversary Celebration! This will be a wonderful opportunity to meet your child’s teachers, connect with other DGS families, and celebrate 10 amazing years of learning, growth, and memories together. 

The celebration will get underway at 4:00 p.m., when our six food trucks will arrive and families can enjoy some food while playing a variety of yard games. At 5:00 p.m., Meet the Teacher will begin, giving families a chance to meet their child’s teachers and learn more about the year ahead. Our Grade 9 Leadership students will also be offering tours of the school throughout the evening. 

There will be giveaways, a free photobooth, and anniversary cake to help us celebrate this special milestone. Most importantly, we hope this will be a chance to share stories, reconnect with our community, and celebrate what makes DGS such a special place. Further information about the food trucks and giveaways will be shared in our Subscribers’ Weekly Message. We hope to see you there! 

Athletics 

Students interested in participating on sports teams must have a completed  Annual Authorization for Athletic Tryout form signed by a parent or guardian.

Please ensure this form is returned to your child’s homeroom teacher.  We look forward to another great season of student athletic participation! 

Subscribe to School Messages 

To ensure you receive important emails from Dr. George Stanley School and the Calgary Board of Education, see the SchoolMessenger information on our website.

• If your contact information has changed, you need to update your information with your child’s school and subscribe to your new email and phone number. 
• If your child is new to the CBE or if you have recently changed your phone number, you should receive a text (SMS) message from 978338 asking if you would like to receive Calgary Board of Education alerts. This message is safe and sent for your protection.