Peek at the Week
September 28 – October 2, 2026
North Haven School
Good evening, North Haven families,
Thank you to everyone who joined us on Thursday to meet our teachers, visit classrooms and learn more about the year ahead. A special thank you to our School Council and Parent Association for providing treats for students and pizza for staff. We appreciated having so many families in the building!
We have another busy week ahead, including Orange Shirt Day, National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, and our Terry Fox Run.
Our Commitment to Truth and Reconciliation
As we approach Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we are taking time at North Haven to learn, reflect and consider how our actions contribute to reconciliation throughout the year.
North Haven has established our 2026–2027 Commitment to Truth and Reconciliation. This year, we are committed to creating meaningful opportunities for students, staff and families to deepen their understanding of Indigenous cultures, perspectives, and connections to land and place. Our work will include learning with Indigenous Elders and Knowledge Keepers and increasing opportunities for authentic land- and place-based learning.
Reconciliation is ongoing work. Throughout the year, we will continue to reflect on what we are learning, how it is reflected in our school, and the next steps we can take together.
View North Haven School’s 2026–2027 Commitment to Truth and Reconciliation.
This Week at North Haven
Tuesday, September 29
Orange Shirt Day - Students and staff are invited to wear orange as we continue learning about the history and ongoing impact of residential schools and the importance of truth and reconciliation.
• Leadership Club
• Science Club
Wednesday, September 30
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
No School
Thursday, October 1
• Healthy Hunger Fun Lunch – Papa Johns
• Lunch with the Principals – Ms. Sidhu’s Class
Friday, October 2 – Terry Fox Run
9:30–10:15 a.m.
Terry Fox Run – Friday, October 2
North Haven students and staff will participate in our annual Terry Fox Run as we honour Terry’s courage, determination and dream of a world without cancer. Students will run or walk together as a school from 9:30–10:15 a.m.
Families who would like to support our school’s fundraising efforts can make an optional donation through our Terry Fox School Run page.
We look forward to seeing our Wolf Pack come together in support of Terry’s legacy!
Healthy Hunger – Optional Fun Lunches & Snacks
The Parent Association has shared the 2026–2027 Healthy Hunger schedule. Families who wish to participate can register and place orders through Healthy Hunger.
View the Healthy Hunger schedule and information
October Theme: Growth Mindset: The Power of “Yet”
This month, our school-wide focus is growth mindset—helping students understand that learning takes time and that not being able to do something yet does not mean they cannot learn to do it.
The words children hear from the adults and peers around them matter. When we say, “I’m just not good at math,” or “I could never do that,” children can begin to see abilities as something we either have or we don’t. Instead, we can model being learners ourselves: “I find this difficult, but I can keep working at it,” or “I haven’t figured this out yet.”
At North Haven, we want students to know that mistakes, challenges and setbacks are a normal part of learning. Growth happens when we are willing to try, ask for help, use a different strategy and keep going.
Try it at home: Listen for an “I can’t” this week and add one small word: yet.
“I can’t do this math… yet.”
“I don’t understand this… yet.”
“I’m not good at this… yet.”
We can also notice and praise the process, not just the result: “I noticed you kept trying,” “You tried a different strategy,” or “You asked for help when you needed it.”
Together, the messages students hear at home, at school and from one another can help them become confident learners who are open to what they might be able to do next.
CBE Parent Online Learning Series
The CBE invites all parents and guardians to join us for a live online series focused on supporting child and youth well-being. Hosted by the Recovery Alberta Community Education Service (CES) Program in collaboration with experts from the Calgary community, this year's sessions will explore a range of timely topics.
These sessions are free and provide information, resources, helplines, and services to support healthy child and youth development.
Please visit our CBE website for more information and registration.
Sessions include some informative topics:
Unmasking ADHD in Girls Part 1: Understanding Female ADHD
October 6 (12-1:30 pm)
Mental Health & Youth
October 6 (6:30-8:00 pm)
Unmasking ADHD in Girls Part 2: Supporting Females with ADHD
October 8 (12-1:30 pm)
Vaping & Youth
October 13 (6:30-8:00 pm)
School Avoidance: Moving Towards Reducing Distress & Improving Attendance
October 14 (6:30-8:00 pm)
Raising Healthy Humans in a Digital World: Conversations About Technology, Mental Health, and Growing Up Online
October 20 (6:30-8:00 pm)
Sexual Health: How to Have Conversations at Home
October 21 (6:30-8:00 pm)
Stress, Stigma, and Safety: Building Supportive Communities for Youth
October 22 (12:00-1:30 pm)
School Avoidance and Sleep Hygiene: Working towards improving attendance and communication with your child
October 28 (6:30-8:30 pm)
We hope you have a great week,
Cat Gammell, Principal
Pamela Kessler, Assistant Principal