Hello Nickle families. We hope that the first week of school has been a successful one for all of our students. I know that our staff has been very impressed with the students so far this year both inside the classroom as well as students exhibiting traits of great citizenship around the school. 

Being new to the building, I have been very pleased to meet so many students as I wander through the hallways and on the school field. Please encourage your children to come and approach me to introduce themselves when they have a moment! 

Attached below are a couple administrative regulations from the Calgary Board of Education that we would like you to review as we begin a new school year. These administrative regulations are the guidelines identified by the CBE that outline the operations that support students, staff and parents. 

Additionally, your child was provided with a series of forms this week by their homeroom teacher. Some of these forms are informative in nature but others must be returned to the school. If you have not done so already, please ensure that forms are returned promptly. 

Two forms provided relate directly to Wildcat Athletics which are beginning right at the beginning of the school year: 

  • Annual Authorization for Athletic Tryout - necessary for all students to try out for athletic teams within the Calgary Board of Education 
  • Athlete Eligibility Confirmation – necessary for all females to try out for athletic teams within the Calgary Board of Education 


An Important Message from the Nickle School Learning Commons

Welcome to the Nickle School Learning Commons—a place where students can read, learn, create, and socialize.

Our library collection includes a wide range of materials selected to be age-appropriate for our school population (ages 10–15). We are currently in the process of labeling resources that are most appropriate for students aged 13+ with the spine label shown below.

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Because our Learning Commons offers a self-checkout option, staff are not able to monitor every item that students borrow. If you would prefer that your student not access materials labeled 13+, we encourage you to have a conversation with them so they understand your expectations.

Thank you for your support and cooperation as we work to ensure our Learning Commons remains a welcoming and appropriate space for all students.


Wildcats Physical Education

A message from your Nickle PE Team. Welcome back for what we hope will be an amazing year. We are going to kick off the year with our fitness testing next week after playing a variety of games this week and going over the expectations that we have in phys ed.

Grade 7-9 students need to be changed for phys ed class, that means changing into clothing that is different than the clothes they came to school in, shorts, jogging pants, tights or leggings and a shirt. Grade 6's need to be appropriately prepared with clothing that allows them to move freely. All grades need to have proper athletic footwear, no boots, crocs, flip flops or sandals. We are promoting a healthy lifestyle and part of that is promoting good hygiene. Students also need to be prepared to be outside or inside and come dressed for the weather, jogging pants, a sweater, hoodie, mitts and a hat would be appropriate for colder mornings when participating in outdoor activities. Feel free to send clothing you have at home or visit our online store in the link provided if you would like to purchase some Nickle athletic wear. The store will be open until 11:59pm on Monday, September 21st.

https://nickleschoolapparel.itemorder.com


Terry Fox Run

Our focus on Fridays will be fitness-based activities, centered on one of three different components of fitness, cardiovascular endurance, core strength and muscular strength and endurance. 

We will be focusing on cardiovascular endurance to prepare for our Terry Fox Run on Friday September 18th. If you would like to donate on behalf of the school, please click on the link below. Our total goal this year is $2500 after our amazing fundraising last year with a total of $2157.

https://schools.terryfox.ca/136619


Wildcat Athletics

Wildcats’ Cross Country

  • If you like to run, the Wildcats cross country team is the place for you! No tryouts are required for this team, just show up, work hard and run run run! More information will be given to students in announcements at the school. 
  • Cross Country Practices
    • Tuesday, September 8 - 2:45 - 3:30 pm
    • Wednesday, September 9 - 2:45 - 3:30 pm
  • Cross Country Meets (All meets are held at North Glenmore Park - 7305 Crowchild Trail)
    • Thursday, September 10, 2026
    • Tuesday, September 15, 2026
    • Monday, September 21, 2026

Wildcats’ Soccer 

  • The soccer season starts right away this year.
  • Girls Soccer
    • Wednesday, September 9 - 2:45 - 4:00 pm
    • Thursday, September 10 - 2:45 - 4:00 pm
  • Boys Soccer
    • Tuesday, September 8 - 2:45 - 4:00 pm
    • Wednesday, September 9 - 2:45 - 4:00 pm
    • Thursday, September 10 - 2:45 - 4:00 pm

Wildcats’ Basketball

  • The basketball season will get underway the week of September 8th. Below are dates and times for initial tryouts.
    • Junior Girls
      • Thursday, September 10 – 2:45 – 4:00 pm
    • Junior Boys
      • Thursday, September 10 – 7:00 – 8:05 am
    • Senior Girls
      • Tuesday, September 8 – 2:45 – 4:00 pm
      • Wednesday, September 9 – 7:00 – 8:05 am
    • Senior Boys
      • Tuesday, September 8 – 7:00 – 8:05 am
      • Wednesday, September 9 – 2:45 – 4:00 pm
  • If you have any further questions please contact Kevin Rae at kprae@cbe.ab.ca


Important Upcoming Dates


Monday, September 7

  • Labour Day - No School for Students

Tuesday, September 8

  • International Literacy Day

Monday, September 14

  • Student Photo Day

Monday, September 14

  • Homeroom 6-4 - OH Ranch Field Trip

Tuesday, September 15 to Friday, September 18

  • Welcome Back Wildcats Spirit Week
    • Tuesday, September 15 - Wildcats Wear
    • Wednesday, September 16 - Say Goodbye to Summer Hawaiian Shirt Day
    • Thursday, September 17 - Jersey Thursday
    • Friday, September 18 - Wear Red and White to celebrate Terry Fox

Tuesday, September 15

  • Homeroom 6-1 - OH Ranch Field Trip

Wednesday, September 16

  • Homeroom 6-3 - OH Ranch Field Trip

Friday, September 18

  • Terry Fox Run

Monday, September 21

  • Homeroom 6-5 - OH Ranch Field Trip

Thursday, September 24

  • Meet the Teacher Evening - more information to come

Friday, September 25

  • Non-Instructional Day - No School for Students

Monday, September 28

  • Homeroom 6-2 - OH Ranch Field Trip

Wednesday, September 30

  • National Day of Truth and Reconciliation - No School for Students


We hope that you have a fantastic Labour Day long weekend!


Sincerely,

Randy Lewis

Principal, Nickle School