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Weekly Updates | November 10, 2026

Bonjour BP families,

As we pause to recognize Remembrance Day and Indigenous Veterans Day, we honour the courage, sacrifice, and service of all veterans who have helped shape our country. We are especially grateful for the contributions of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit veterans, whose service has often gone unrecognized. 

Today, our school community came together for a student-centered and solemn remembrance ceremony. Through student leadership, reflections, and moments of silence, students demonstrated respect and gratitude while deepening their understanding of the importance of remembrance, peace, and reconciliation. We are proud of the thoughtful and respectful way our students participated in this meaningful event. We would also like to thank Retired Corporal Matthew Schovanek for sharing his contributions to our country and to the Canadian Military.  

Parent Teacher Conferences

The booking window for Parent-teacher conferences will be open from November 16 at 8:00 AM and will close November 20 at 9:00 PM. See our Parent-Teacher Conferences information for booking instructions.

Parent Teacher Conferences will be held on

  • November 26 from 4:30-8:00 PM
  • November 27 from 8:30 AM-12:00 PM.
  • All conferences will be held online via MS Teams.

If your child is progressing well academically and socially and you do not have any specific concerns, there is no need to book an interview at this time. To ensure we can provide adequate support and time for families who have questions or whose children may need additional assistance, we kindly ask that interview spaces be reserved for those who would benefit most from a meeting.

Thank you for your understanding and partnership in supporting student success. You will receive a separate email from School Conferences with the booking link as we approach the booking window opening.

BPPA Casino

A huge thanks to BPPA who is organizing volunteers for the upcoming casino in December. Please consider volunteering your time for this, as it provides the school with anywhere from $70 000-$85 000 that can be put towards enhancements/experiences/supplies for the school and students. The school will not be able to benefit from the casino proceeds if we do not have enough volunteers. No experience is necessary! Here is the link to sign up https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0F48A4A82BAAFA7-66906171-bishop#/.

Thank you to the 26 volunteers who have signed up. We still have 15 slots open.

Yearbooks 

Yearbooks are still for sale, using this link https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A09700203, for $37! Don't miss out on this special price offer, on until the end of the year!  

Grade 9 Families 

Highschool Designation Reminder: Please begin discussing your child’s high school plans for Grade 10. Use the CBE Find My School tool to confirm your designated high school: https://www.cbe.ab.ca/find-a-school. 

Action Required for Grade 9 Families: Please complete the High School Designation Survey to share your current plans: Microsoft Forms. This information helps us plan tours and transition activities for students. 

WCHS IB Open House- grade 9 families 

Please see WCHS 2027 IB Open House Info for information on the IB Open House for Grade 9 BP students interested in the International Baccalaureate program at Western Canada High School. Any questions can be directed to WCHS. 

Ernest Manning High School Open House 

Families of Grade 9 students are invited to attend the Ernest Manning High School Open House on Thursday, November 26, 2026, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. No pre-registration is required. Information sessions will be offered throughout the evening, including Off-Campus (6:15 p.m.), Athletics (6:45 p.m.), and Advanced Placement (7:15 p.m.). 

Save on Student Study Guides - Until November 20, 2026 

We are excited to share a special offer for The Key Study Guides through EducationMatters. You can purchase valuable study materials at a significant discount and help raise funds for Education Matters. 

This is a great opportunity to get supplementary resources to support your student’s learning this school year, especially in preparation for exams, diplomas, and PATs. 

How to Order: 

  1. Visit CBE’s unique online portal: CBE Site Sale — Castle Rock Research 
  2. Select our school’s specific ordering page. 
  3. Place your order and pay directly online. 

All print materials will be delivered to the school and distributed to students. 

*Order here* https://castlerockresearch.com/cbe-site-sale

Important Dates

  • November 11-13- Fall Break, no school for students
  • November 16- classes resume
  • November 17- Grade 7 classes to zoo (7L1-7L2-7L3)
  • November 19- Healthy Hunger- Papa Johns
  • November 23- Grade 7 classes to zoo ( 7E1-7E3)**This is a change from previous message**
  • November 24- Grade 7 classes to zoo (7E2)**This is a change from previous message**
  • November 26- Grade 7 classes to zoo (7C1-7C2)
  • November 26- BPPC/BPPA Meetings online 11:30 AM-1 PM
    • Agendas and links to follow
  • November 26- Parent Teacher Interviews 4-8 PM (information will follow)
  • November 27- Parent Teacher Interviews 8:30 AM-12 PM (information will follow)
  • December 1- Grade 7 classes to zoo (7C3-7C4)
  • December 2- Grade 9 Catch Up Vaccinations
    • Only those with parental consent will receive vaccines
  • December 3- Healthy Hunger- OPA

Have a wonderful week!