Parent(s)/Guardian(s) & Students Items in this Update:
Important Upcoming Dates January 26-27 – No Classes Wednesday, January 28 – First Day of Semester 2 Friday, January 30 – Professional Day – no classes School Entry For the safety and security of all students, doors to the school will remain locked until 8:25 a.m. They will then open from 8:25 a.m. until 9:15 a.m. for student arrival. They will remain locked until lunch when the doors will be open from 11:56 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. If a student arrives outside of the times above, they are required to ring the buzzer to gain entry. Semester 1 Book Returns Students are reminded that all first semester books must be returned by Jan 27th. Books can be returned to the Learning Commons or Main Office. Students are responsible to return all text and library book(s) issued to them. All books are scanned into the Textbook Tracker program and verified against the student’s name. Do not leave your books in a classroom or return them to a teacher. Students will not receive 2nd semester books until all 1st semester books have been returned. Semester 2 Start Up NO CLASSES MONDAY January 26 or Tuesday January 27 Wednesday, January 28 is the first day of semester 2 classes. It will be a regular day of classes on Wednesday. Students who have “See Counsellor” in one of their periods on their schedule are to report to the guidance office during this period to complete their timetable with their counsellor. A reminder for students on SPARES, students are required to be in the Learning Commons (Library) if they choose to be inside the school. Any students who are on a SPARE may not meet in the hallways of the school during their SPARE. The Learning Commons (Library) has bathroom passes for students on SPARE to use in the same way as the expectations for all classrooms. Semester 1 Report Cards Semester 1 Report Cards will be available to view and download through your MyCBE Account the week of February 2. Course Change Requests The course change request form has been closed for over one week. At this time, we cannot accept any new timetable or course change requests if the form was not completed before the deadline. Our Guidance team is still working through requests. There were over 350 requests, which makes this process very challenging. Most classes are now full and cannot accept more students. We sincerely thank all students who followed the course change process. Your cooperation helped our team work in a fair and organized way. Your Guidance Counsellor will contact you only if there is a concern with your request. 🎓Grade 12 – Graduation Information We encourage families of Grade 12 students to talk with their student about the graduation progress. A Grade 12 student is generally considered on track if they have 75 credits at the start of Grade 12 and have passed all classes first semester. This helps ensure graduation by the end of the school year. Alberta High School Diploma Requirements (100 credits) Students must complete:
Guidance Counsellors will be reviewing graduation progress with all Grade 12 students in the coming weeks. The next graduation list will be posted mid-February. MyPass — Required for All Alberta High School Students All Alberta high school students must have a MyPass account. MyPass is used to:
How to set up a MyPass account:
Important reminder: Optional Diploma Exams for Semester 1 - April 2026 Students wishing to write an OPTIONAL diploma exam for any semester 1 classes will write in April, 2026.
🎓Graduation Ceremony – June 5, 2026 To participate in the graduation ceremony, students must:
We encourage families to contact the Guidance team with any questions or concerns. Semester Two Spares – Student Expectations Students who have spares and remain in the building must:
Hallways and bathrooms are not permitted gathering areas. Students who are not in supervised spaces will be sent home. These expectations help keep all students safe. 🚭 Smoking and Vaping – Important Reminder Smoking and vaping are not permitted on school property. This includes:
It is illegal for anyone under the age of 18 to possess or use tobacco or vaping products. In accordance with CBE Administrative Regulations 4027, 6005, 6006, and 6031, Students found vaping, smoking, or in possession of these products on school property This policy is effective immediately. Support for Students and Families - We understand that vaping and nicotine use can be difficult to manage. If your family is looking for support or resources related to addiction or quitting, help is available. Please contact Student Services at 403-272-6665 ext. 2360. Our team can connect students and families with appropriate support and available options. We are committed to working together to support student well-being. 📵 Cellphone Use Forest Lawn High School follows CBE Administrative Regulations and Alberta Education guidelines regarding cellphone use. Cellphones are not permitted during instructional time. This includes:
Cellphones must never be used in washrooms or change rooms. This is a strict rule and applies at all times. Permitted cellphone use:
Even during these times, cellphones are never allowed in washrooms or change rooms. Students who use cellphones during restricted times or in inappropriate locations will have their device confiscated and returned at the end of the school day. These expectations are in place to:
We appreciate your support in reviewing these expectations with your student. Year Books There are limited year books remaining to purchase this year. If you would like to order a yearbook for 2025-2026 please do so soon, before they sell out. All year books are $40. You can order through the Jostens website (Jostens.com/orderyrbks). The deadline to order is February 28. FLHS Advisory Committee Upcoming Casino – Volunteers Needed Consider joining us as a casino volunteer and help in raising funds for FLHS Student Programs. We will be looking for individuals to help us out with our casino fundraiser on June 26-27, 2026, at Pure Casino – 1420 Meridian Rd NE This is a great opportunity to get involved in your school community and give back while having a lot of fun. No previous experience is necessary. A casino advisor will fully train you before you begin your shift. All volunteers must be at least 18 years old and will be supported in their role by casino staff. Some of the tasks we need help with include cashiers, chip runners, and count room staff. Stay tuned for more information and how to sign up. If you have any questions, please contact us at flhsadvisoryassociation@gmail.com, attention Celia Burns. Winter Weather Reminders Snow, cold temperatures and wind chill can make getting to and from school challenging. Families are reminded that extra caution should be taken during the winter months and periods of extreme weather. You can find more information on our winter weather page. Families should be prepared for transportation delays and check for the status of their bus in the morning. You can find more information, including transportation service provider apps, on the Using Transportation in Cold Weather page. CBE Schools Rarely Close Due to Snow or Cold Temperatures Assume that schools are open unless you hear from your school. Information regarding any school closures due to weather will be posted on the CBE website and social media, and shared with local news media. Report Student Absences We respect the right of parents/guardians to make their own decisions about sending their children to school. If your child will not be attending classes, please ensure you contact the school's attendance line (403-272-6665 press 1) to report the absence. Cafeteria Menu Wednesday, January 28 Breakfast- Cheese Toast Salad- Caesar Salad Hot Sandwich- Corned Beef on Rye with Home Cut Fries Dessert- Chocolate Cup Cakes Thursday, January 29 Breakfast- Apple Bread and Butter Pudding Salad- Tossed Salad Hot Sandwich- Grilled Cheese with Home Cut Fries Dessert- Turnovers Apple |
