Jennie Elliott School Council would like to invite all families to the Spring Fling on May 9th, from 6pm-8pm.


Dress your best and join us for DANCING, CANDY GUESS, CASH CONCESSION, SELFIE WALLS, and a RAFFLE FOR A SIGNED FLAMES JERSEY. Tickets are $5/guest and can be purchased online at jennieelliott.ca.


In the spirit of having as many students as possible attend this years dance we are requesting one adult from each family attend and that tickets are only purchased for current students at Jennie Elliott. All children must be under adult supervision.


We want to thank all those who volunteer in advance as these types of events are not possible without you.


If you're able to volunteer, please sign up using the link below. 


A special shout out to JD’s DJ’ing for donating her services, as well as Mrs. Tami for her generous raffle donation. Please contact Eva Friedly @ 403-465-9561 or Robyn Calvert @ 403-828-0160 if you have any questions.

Starting April 1 at 9 am, closing April 5 at 10:30 pm

This silent auction is put on by Jennie Elliott School Parent Association to raise funds to support literacy and math needs at Jennie Elliott Elementary School.

​Literacy is a fundamental skill that is essential for academic success and lifelong learning. By investing in quality literacy resources, we aim to provide our students with the tools and support they need to excel in their education and beyond. Your generosity and support would be immensely appreciated and directly impact the education and future of our students.

​Jennie Elliott Parent School Association invites you to "Jennie's Night Out"

Proceeds go towards literacy and math resources for the school.

Friday April 5, 2024 at Earl Grey Golf Course. 7pm Start, Live Auction 9pm

Tickets include a welcome drink and light appies. Only debit and credit cards will be accepted at Earl Grey.

Adult Only Event. One ticket per person. Limited Quantity.

Scholastic book fair is back!!!

February 5-9 in the Jennie Elliott Learning Commons.

• Monday/Tuesday:  Kids get a preview with their teachers to make their wish-lists. 
• Wednesday/Thursday:  Kids shopping opportunity with their teachers. 
• Wednesday from 4-6pm :  Family shopping event!
• Friday from 1:30 - 3pm:  Family shopping event!
  
  
  

Click this link for more details:  https://www.facebook.com/reel/1518380038740029

Children get to preview the fair, make a wish list, bring the list home to discuss with family and shop with their class and/or with parents/guardians in one of our after school family shopping events.

This is not only a fun event for the children to purchase new books but for every book purchased a portion of the sale goes back to the school as a fundraiser to purchase new books for the classrooms and school resources.

Stay tuned for details including volunteer signup form! Go Jaguars

Gingerbread night is sold out, but there are limited spots left for those who are able to volunteer for the event.
If you would like to attend and volunteer,
please call or text Eva at 403-465-9561 for more information.

Welcome Back JES Parents!  I hope you had an awesome summer!

This is a busy time for School Council planning and I’m excited to say that everything is coming together nicely!    Below are some of the highlights:
 
2023/2024 Meetings:

This is a list of the years planned School Council meetings.   Please note that the meetings have moved from Mondays to Tuesdays in an effort to reduce conflicts with long-weekends and vacations.   

-September 19, 2023 @ 7pm – Annual General Meeting.  Finalize events, budgets and vote in a new Executive.
-October 17, 2023 @ 7pm  
-November 21, 2023 @ 7pm
-January 16, 2024 @ 7pm
-February 20, 2024 @ 7pm
-March 19, 2024 @ 7pm
-April 16, 2024 @ 7pm
-May 21, 2024 @ 7pm

Executive:

I’m excited that we have had the majority of our existing executive members agree to continue on for another year.   Thank you!!!

Below are a list of people who have expressed interest in holding executive positions.  These are elected positions that aren’t official until voted on at the AGM.   There are a few gaps that we need to fill, so if you know anyone who may be interested, please feel free to send them my way.  


2023 Interested Candidates

President
Jeff Babich

President-Elect
Geoff Matthews

Treasurer
Brandon Johnson

Fundraising Coordinator
Alicia Dyck

Secretary
Kathy Sushko

Past President
Ryan Olivier

2 Volunteer Coordinators
Nicole Krawczyk + (need)

Student Enrichment Chair
(need)

2 Members at Large
Eva Friedley + Robyn Calvert + Jenny Harrison

Home and School Representative
Margaret Beeston

Kindergarten Liaison
(need)

Principal
Stephen & Lucene

2 teacher representatives
To be provided by the school

1 Community Representative
Meredith Scroggins

JEPSA Chair
Jeff Babich

JEPSA Casino Chairperson
Amy Olivier

 
Fun Lunch: 

I’m very excited to say that Jenny Harrison has volunteered to quarterback the fun lunch program this year.  Below is a planned schedule of dates and vendors.   (There are still some details to work out, so may be subject to change).   We are planning on getting rid of the “snack” program that was run last year.   Instead, all fun lunches will be meals.    


September 25
Division One (11:41-12:25) - Edo
Division Two (12:30-1:14) -Papa John's

October 30
Division One (11:41-12:25) - Papa John's
Division Two (12:30-1:14) - Edo

November 27
Division One (11:41-12:25) - Subway
Division Two (12:30-1:14) - Papa John's

December 18
Division One (11:41-12:25) - Papa John's
Division Two (12:30-1:14) - Subway

January 29
Division One (11:41-12:25) - Edo
Division Two (12:30-1:14) - Papa John's

February 26
Division One (11:41-12:25) - Papa John's
Division Two (12:30-1:14) - Edo

March 18
Division One (11:41-12:25) - Subway
Division Two (12:30-1:14) - Papa John's

April 29
Division One (11:41-12:25) - Papa John's
Division Two (12:30-1:14) - Subway

May 27
Division One (11:41-12:25) - Edo
Division Two (12:30-1:14) - Papa John's

June 24
Division One (11:41-12:25) - Papa John's
Division Two (12:30-1:14) - Edo

 
Information Package:

We will be sending out an information package with students early next week.  It will include:

-Introduction to Council, volunteer sign up and information release.  (Now digital).
-Introduction to Fun Lunch Program.  
-JEPSA Casino information.  
 

2023/2024 Event Schedule and Proposed Budget:

I will email out an AGM agenda, proposed 2023/2024 Event Schedule and proposed 2023/2024 Budget by September 14th (at the latest) so it can be reviewed prior to our September 19th AGM.    These documents will also be posted at www.jennieelliott.ca.
 
Looking forward to seeing you all soon!  ​