Dear Thorncliffe Families, 

The staff and students are very excited to present our musical, “Welcome to the Jungle” this week.  Performances are on Wednesday and Thursday evening at 6:00pm.  Each class will only perform once. 

Wednesday Performers: Mr. Sandberg, Ms. Omanthi, Ms. Michael, and Ms. Amanda 

Thursday Performers: Mr. Koo, Mr. Larson, Ms. Emma, and Ms. Brianne 

Costume information: 

What does my student need to wear? All costumes are based on a colour. Please do not purchase items, we ask that you use what you have at home. The importance is on the opportunity to perform, costumes are just extra. Students need to be able to sing, dance and move freely in their costume. Please ensure that the costume does not cover eyes and no hats will be allowed for the performance. Students need to wear shoes that are safe to dance in. If wearing a dress or skirt, students need to wear leggings or shorts underneath.  

Grade 1/2 (Ms. Amanda, Ms. Brianne) - Grey, black or white solid colour clothing  

Grade 2/3 (Ms. Emma, Ms. Michael) - Bright colours or animals. The story takes place in a jungle that we have created so their costumes are really open.  

Grade 4/5 (Mr. Omanthi, Mr. Larson) - White shirts and black pants. Students will be given felt cut outs of different card suits to pin to the front of their shirts when they are at school.  

Grade 5/6 (Mr. Sandberg, Mr. K) - Blue, purple or green coloured clothes AND black, grey or white colour clothes. They will need to change between the two songs since they are providing two different looks. 

Students should be dropped off at 5:30pm at the main doors – they will proceed to their classrooms.  The front door will be open for parents at 5:45pm to start taking their seats.  No tickets are required and seating is first come first served.   

Please reach out to the main office or your child’s teacher with any questions you may have. 

Wishing you all a wonderful rest of your weekend! 

Warm Regards, 

Calleigh and Nadine 

Upcoming Important Days 

• May 6^th – Healthy Hunger: Subway 
• May 7^th – Hats On For Mental Health: students are welcome to wear a hat or other headwear to school 
• May 7-8^th  – Spring Musical 6-7pm 
• Night 1 May 7^th: Classes performing are Sandberg, Omanthi, Michael, Amanda 
• Night 2 May 8^th: Classes performing are Koo, Larson, Emma, Brianne 
• May 9^th – AM Kindergarten Attends 
• May 11^th – Order Deadline for Spring Plant Fundraiser 
• May 13^th – AM Kindergarten Field Trip (Full Day – No school for PM students) 
• May 14^th – Camp Riveredge Field Trip (Grade 6) 
• May 15^th – Confluence Field Trip (Larson 4/5 Class) 
• May 16^th – No School: Professional Learning Day 
• May 19^th – No School: Victoria Day Long Weekend 
• May 20^th – PM Kindergarten Field Trip (Full Day – No school for AM students) 
• May 21^st – Healthy Hunger: Booster Juice 
• May 21^st – Be You Day! 
• May 23^rd – Grade 6 Immunizations 
• May 23^rd – PM Kindergarten Attends 
• May 27^th – Alien In-Line Family Skate Night (sign up to be shared closer to the date) 
• May 28^th – PAT Grade 6 ELAL Part A 
• May 29^th – Confluence Field Trip (Omanthi 4/5 Class) 
• May 30^th – Volunteer Appreciation Event 12:15pm
• June 3^rd – Grade 2/3 Learning Assembly (Time TBD) 

Next Year Planning 

As we start our next year planning, it is helpful to know whether students will be staying with us or moving to other schools.  If your family has moved or is planning to move to a different community or school, please contact the office at 403-777-6670 at your earliest opportunity to let us know. 

For the 2025-26 school year, our bell times are: 

9:15am - 3:43pm, with early dismissal Friday at 1:10pm 

School Council Updates 

• We are thrilled to welcome Amber L. to the secretary role!  Thank you Amber for joining council. 
• Growing Smiles Fundraiser link: Thorncliffe School (Calgary) 
• Plants, baskets, and herbs! 
• Delivery date May 27, 2025 
• Order by May 11^th at 12:00 Noon