Friday, October 2, 2026

 
October 2, 2026

This week at Stampede School, we explored our big question: How do our responsibilities to the land and to each other shape the kind of communities we create and preserve? Here are some of the highlights:

  • Students explored the Stampede grounds by trolley, visiting the confluence and learning about the importance of water and why communities develop near it. At Reader Rock Garden, we investigated how the space was intentionally designed to be a year-round gathering place. We also had the opportunity to meet and walk and interact with therapy horses. 
  • Later in the week, we visited the Rundle Ruins to investigate what once stood there and consider what it means to preserve places and stories.
  • To finish our week, we hiked to the top of Scotsman Hill to sketch the Calgary skyline. Back in the classroom, students discussed the future of the old Saddledome site and designed their own vision for the space. Their designs needed to be iconic, useful, consider community stakeholders, and preserve an important idea.
A big thank you to all of our parent volunteers who joined us throughout the week! appreciate you being part of our week at Stampede School!

How you can support at home: 

  • Homework – we will start homework in the coming weeks. 
  • Math – work on place value including decimals up to the millions and thousandths.  
  • ELAL – encourage your child to read at home for enjoyment.  

Important Dates:  

  • Open Minds Stampede School – Oct 5-9 
  • Individual and Class Photos – Oct 8 
  • No School – Oct 12 
  • School Council Meeting – Oct 15 
  • Non-Instruction Day (No School) – Oct 19  
  • Grade 6 Vaccinations – Oct 26 
  • Healthy Hunger (Papa Johns) – Oct 29 
  • Halloween Dance – Oct 29  

Reminders: 

  • Patrols – the regular schedule starts on Monday. Please be aware that there are two groups, A and B, which will alternate from week to week. Check the calendar to see when your child is patrolling.   
  • Fidgets – We are asking families to help monitor the amount and type of fidgets being brought to school. Fidgets are learning tools that should not distract your child or others, make noises, or create messes. If you have any further questions, please reach out.  






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