Principals Message

November 2025

Dear Camilla Families,

It has been wonderful to have our students and staff back in the building. The buzz of classrooms, the routines returning, and the strong connections between teachers and students have made this week feel especially positive. We truly appreciate your support as everyone settles back into learning.

Parent–Teacher Interviews – New Dates
Please note that Parent–Teacher Interviews have been rescheduled to Wednesday, November 26 and Thursday, November 27. Interviews will run from 3:45–6:45 p.m. on both evenings. A sign-up link will be shared with families following Fall Break. Thank you for your flexibility as we adjusted these dates.

Remembrance Day Ceremony – Tomorrow at 10:40 a.m.
Our school-wide Remembrance Day Ceremony will take place tomorrow at 10:40 a.m. Students and staff will gather to honour the sacrifices of those who have served and continue to serve. While this year’s ceremony will be more concise, it remains an important moment of reflection for our school community.

Changing Weather – Please Dress for the Outdoors
As temperatures continue to drop, we ask that students come prepared each day with warm clothing. Please ensure your child has a proper jacket, gloves, hats, and footwear suitable for outdoor recess and transitions.

Thank you for your continued support of our school community. We are excited for the month ahead and all the learning, growth, and activities it will bring.

Warm regards,

Kevin Elias
Principal, Camilla School

REMINDERS

School opens to students at 8:25am and pick up is 3:00pm
Parent drop off and pick up must be done in the school parking lot not on the road.
If your child is taking a different bus home we need each parent to please email cam.absences@sturgeon.ab.ca or phone the office at (780) 939-2074
Please email cam.absences@sturgeon.ab.ca if your child will be away or will be late.

Inclement Weather Policy

As the weather is getting colder, and busses may be cancelled due to weather please review the Inclement Weather Policy

Board Policies and Administrative Procedures | Sturgeon Public School Division

URGENT!! CSC and CSSA have Positions to Fill. Please see Below for details and come out to the next Meeting October 21,2025. This date is subject to change.

"Sturgeon Public Schools is proud to be the first school division in Alberta to partner with Unplugged Canada, a parent-led movement encouraging families to delay giving children personal smartphones until at least age 14. Research shows that waiting can positively impact children’s mental health, relationships, and overall well-being. While technology is an important part of learning in our classrooms, personal smartphone and social media use present different challenges. By sharing the Unplugged Canada Pledge, we hope to support open conversations at home and connect families with the resources they need to make the best choices for their children. Participation is completely voluntary—learn more and sign the pledge here."

Join Camilla School Travel Club for a once in a lifetime opportunity to travel Eastern Canada!

27 students are currently enrolled to join us in Halifax, PEI, and New Brunswick this upcoming May, but we need at least THREE more students to make sure the trip is a go.

Click on the link below or email tara.hodgson@sturgeon.ab.ca for more information.

www.eftours.ca/2933270CD

At Camilla School, we are committed to fostering safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environments for all students. One of the key tools we use to achieve this is the Therapeutic Crisis Intervention for Schools (TCIS) system. TCIS is a trauma-informed, division-wide framework designed to help staff prevent crises, de-escalate potential conflicts, and support students in developing healthy emotional regulation and coping skills. This system not only enhances safety and well-being but also promotes stronger relationships between students, staff, and families.