Traffic Safety Update
As we wrap up our second week of school, it’s so nice to see the many families and students walking to school and home each day. With many parents and caregivers still working from home, we encourage you all to keep up this practice of walking to and from school each day. We know that […]
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (Orange Shirt Day)
The APA’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) committee held its first meeting with our school’s administration on September 14. We are excited to provide impactful resources and events in service of greater inclusivity for the Allenby community throughout the school year. The DEI committee recognizes the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30. We invite students […]
Allenby Runs for Terry Fox
Get ready Allenby to support the Terry Fox Foundation for Cancer Research. To kick off our Terry Fox fundraising campaign, classes will be learning about the importance of kindness and caring as they look at the legacy of Terry Fox. On Friday, October 1, students and staff will enjoy a mapped route around our neighbourhood. […]
Devices at Allenby
If you did not complete the form below for each in-person child at Allenby, please do so ASAP as it was due this past Wednesday (and mentioned in last week’s newsletter). DEVICE FORM TO BE COMPLETED FOR EACH CHILD
APA Newsletter — Editors Needed
The APA is looking for one or two volunteers to join our communications team in the role of Newsletter Editor. The APA Newsletter Editors will work with our current editor to compile, format and edit the weekly edition of the Allenby Update. No previous experience is needed. Joining the APA is a great way to: […]
Devices at Allenby
Below is the technology plan this year for all Allenby students. Virtual Students — If you require a device you are to contact your home school to borrow a device for the school year In-Person JK/SK — ALL CLASSES WILL HAVE ACCESS TO IPADS IN THE CLASSROOM (should a class need to move to remote learning Chromebooks […]
The APA Welcomes New JK Students and Families
The APA is thrilled to welcome all new JK students and families into our fabulous school community! To help our youngest learners embrace the Allenby spirit, the APA gifted all JK students a snazzy new Allenby T-Shirt last week. We hope all our JKs wear their new shirt with Allenby pride and their biggest smile — yes, […]
APA Class Representatives
If you’re looking for a way to get involved and give back to the Allenby community, this is the opportunity for you! Class Representatives provide a connection between the APA and the parent community. Class Reps are responsible for attending APA meetings, organizing contributions to various APA initiatives, communicating on behalf of the APA, and […]
APA Newsletter — Editors Needed
The APA is looking for one or two volunteers to join our communications team in the role of Newsletter Editor. The APA Newsletter Editors will work with our current editor to compile, format and edit the weekly edition of the Allenby Update. No previous experience is needed. Joining the APA is a great way to: […]
Mental Health Matters: Back to Basics
As we start off this school year, we understand that kids and families may be feeling anxious. The APA’s Health & Wellness team is committed to helping families thrive this school year, by focusing on well-being and community building. With that focus in mind, we are sharing this excellent resource compiled by the Children’s Mental […]