Dear Families & Caregivers, 

The Calgary Board of Education is inviting all parents and guardians to join a live online series on supporting child and youth well-being. The series is hosted by the Recovery Alberta Community Education Service (CES) Program in collaboration with local experts from the Calgary community. 

Please see the poster below with session details.  In addition to the poster sessions, more details are available on the Child and Youth Family and Caregiver Series public facing page. 

CBE caregiver series 2 (1)

Just a reminder that schools will be closed on Monday due to Labor Action.  We look forward to seeing everyone upon our return. 

Sincerely, 

Jack James Admin 

Important Dates Ahead 

October 13^th Thanksgiving Day (No School) 

October 20^th NID Day – Parent/Guardian Conferences 

October 27^th-31^st Spirit Week – Stay tuned for details! 

October 28^th School Council AGM @ 4pm 

October 31^st Term 2 Starts 

November 10-12^th Fall Break 

November 13^th Classes Resume 

November 28^th NID Day (No School) 

Things to note: 

 GRADitude Registration Now Open  

Youth Central and Trellis partner to provide students with free dresses, suits, and personal care items for graduation. The GRADitude Registration form is now open. If you are graduating in 2026, you can find more information and the link to register here: https://youthcentral.com/graditude/ 

The Alex Community Health Bus 

Did you know The Alex Community Health Bus stops by Jack James and Forest Lawn High School? Did you know that they send a mental health counsellor a few times a month to help with mental health support and referrals? For more information on how to access these supports please stop by Guidance. 

 MyPass Information for ALL Students 

All students, especially grade 12’s. Your MyPass account allows you access to your transcripts which include your grade 10/11/12 marks & diploma marks well after you have graduated.  You also need MyPass to apply to University/College/Trade & Tech schools.  Please visit this link for more information: https://public.education.alberta.ca/PASI/mypass/welcome 

School Fees & Forms 

With a new school year comes new forms!  Parents/Guardians please remember to log into SchoolEngage to complete the Annual Authorization Forms and Demographic Verification Forms. The Consent to Email and K&E Consent Forms were sent home with students so if you have not seen them, please check backpacks!  If you would prefer paper copies of these please pop into our main office as we have forms available.