Dear Brentwood Families:

I hope you have had a positive start to the new year!  Here are a few reminders and updates for the week ahead:

Kindergarten Registration for 2025-2026 begins on Monday, January 13.  While this is an important date for families with Kindergarten-aged children, please note registration is not first-come first-served and remains upon until February.  More information can be found here:  https://cbe.ab.ca/news-centre/Pages/Get-Ready-Get-Set-Kindergarten.aspx

Our TLC Open House is Thursday, January 16 from 6:30 pm – 7:45 pm.  This is an opportunity to learn more about Brentwood’s TLC program and to visit our Kindergarten classrooms.  Please share this information with friends or family members who may be interested.  As in previous years, we anticipate a lottery process will be used to determine registration.  More information about alternative programs and the lottery process is available here:   https://cbe.ab.ca/registration/registration/Pages/alternative-programs.aspx 

Please note that if your child currently attends Brentwood, their registration will automatically continue.  If your child is moving or transferring schools next year, please inform our office as soon as possible.

Grade 4-6 students began an exciting visual arts residency with renowned artist Sharon Fortowski last week.  Each child is creating a mixed media piece that reflect a curricular theme.  This residency will last for the month of January.  In the spring, Ms. Fortowski will then work with all Kindergarten – grade 3 classes.

Grade 1-3 students will begin a multi-week inline skating residency on Monday.  Students will be provided with skates, knee and elbow pads, and are encouraged to bring their own helmet.  Shared helmets will be available if needed.

With the support of our school council, we have been able to reduce school-based fees this year.  For most grades, fees will be no more than $45 per child, for the entire year.  The only exception is grade 6 outdoor school.  You may view current fees (including for our current residencies) through your MyCBE account.

Looking ahead, Term 1 report cards will be available in MyCBE on Monday, January 27.

Our staff appreciates your continued involvement and support.  Wishing you an enjoyable week ahead.

Sincerely,

Rudy J. Stein

Principal

Brentwood TLC