NSO News Feb 3-14
Hey all, see the link for NSO News Feb 3-14 Welcome to a new semester and short week!
We hope you had a restful break and are ready to continue this journey of growth and learning. As we step into this next chapter, remember: "Small steps are still progress". We believe that every effort, no matter how small, moves us closer to success. This semester, we encourage our students to set new goals, embrace challenges, and celebrate their progress along the way.
Our team is here to support every student in their unique learning journey. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or need assistance. Together, we can make this a rewarding and successful semester. Looking forward to seeing everyone and ready to learn.
Principal Mr. B. Spady, Assistant Principal's Mrs. K. Porter & Mrs. D. Bennett
Returning Student Registration for 2025-26
The Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) returning student registration process for 2025-26 takes place Feb. 10-24, 2025. Through the online form, all families will confirm the school and program their child will attend next year or advise the Division if they aren’t returning. For students who want to attend a non-designated school next year, these requests must be submitted through the returning student registration process—acceptance is based on available space.
On February 10, the parent/guardian on file in PowerSchool identified as the Permission Click contact for each pre-kindergarten to Grade 11 student will receive an email through Permission Click with a link to the form. If your family hasn’t received any Permission Click forms this school year, contact the school office so we can investigate any technical issues before registration season.
Upcoming events
Feb 5 Early dismissal 2:10 p.m.
Feb 6-7 Teachers' Convention- No Classes
Feb 9-15 Random Acts of Kindness Week
Feb 10 EIPS Returning Student Registration OPENS
Feb 12 Jr High SAFRON Presentation
Feb 13 Vegreville campus Open House 6-7:30 p.m.
Feb 14 Valentine's Day
Feb 15 National Flag Day
Feb 17 Family Day- No Classes (Diploma Marks released to students)
Feb 18 Semester 1 Diploma Marks released
Feb 24 EIPS Returning Student Registration CLOSES
Feb 26 Pink Shirt Day
Mar 1 Augustana campus (UofA) Exploration Days Registration
Mar 5 Early dismissal 2:10 p.m.
Mar 6 Concordia University of Edmonton Open House Information
Mar 7 Professional Learning Day-No School
Mar 8 International Women's Day
Mar 9 Daylight Savings Time starts
Mar 10 Commonwealth Day
Mar 11 School Council 5 p.m.
Mar 11 Grad Student & Parent Virtual meeting 6 p.m.
Student Engagement Expectation
At Next Step, we believe that consistent engagement in learning is key to academic success. Students who do not actively participate in their course for a period of 30 days will be withdrawn from the course. Should a student wish to reengage, they will be required to meet with our Student Success team to discuss their commitment and develop a plan to ensure future success. As we say at Next Step Outreach, "small steps are still progress," and we are here to support every step of your journey. This policy ensures students remain committed to their learning, while also providing them with the necessary support to reengage effectively.