September 4, 2026
We have successfully completed our first week of Grade 4! We spent a lot of time this week getting to know each other and learning how to navigate around Sherwood. We even started practicing opening and closing combination locks on our lockers.
Next week, we will start a novel study in ELAL. In Math, we will be starting with place value. We will practice reading, writing, and comparing numbers up to the hundred thousands place.
In PE we want to remind students that they need to have proper footwear (runners) whether they are inside or outside. Crocs, slip-ins, sandals, boots are not approved footwear for PE.
There is a fun incentive to raise money for the Terry Fox Run this year! For every $2 a student brings in, they will get one entry into a draw for the privilege of sliming a teacher. Every time the school reaches a $100 milestone, a teacher will get slimed!
Important Reminders:
- Monday, September 7 - Labour Day - No School
- Wednesday, September 9 - Picture Day
- Friday, September 18 - Terry Fox Run - Toonie for Terry
- Thursday, September 24 - Sherburger 4-7pm
- Friday, September 25 - No School for students
- Wednesday, September 30 - National Day for Truth & Reconciliation - No school
Have a great long weekend!
Welcome to the 2026–27 School Year!
We are so excited to welcome our Grade 4 students and families to a new school year at Sherwood! We are looking forward to the opportunity to learn, grow, and explore together this year.
We know that starting a new school year can bring a mix of excitement, curiosity, and sometimes a few nerves. Our goal is for every student to walk into our classrooms knowing that they are welcome, that they matter, and that there are adults here who believe in them.
We are really looking forward to meeting our students, getting to know who they are, discovering their strengths and interests, and building classrooms where they feel that they truly belong.
Our First Day
Our first day of school is Monday, August 31, 2026.
Supervision begins at 7:40 a.m., and students are expected to start making their way to their classrooms at 7:55 a.m. Instruction will begin at 8:00 a.m.
On the first morning, students will meet their teachers by the playground. We will be ready to greet them with signs and help them find our classrooms. Students will enter and exit through the playground doors.
Staying Connected
One of the most important parts of a successful school year is a strong relationship between home and school. You know your child best, and we value the insight, questions, and information you share with us.
We will regularly update our classroom blog with what we are learning, classroom activities, important reminders, field trips, upcoming events, and dates to remember. You can access the blog through the Sherwood School website:
https://sherwood.cbe.ab.ca/classes
We will also post the blog to our Google Classroom, which you can request access to in the next couple of weeks.
Please communicate with us via email if you have any questions or concerns, or if you would like to share important information about your child. We look forward to partnering with you so that we can work together to best support your child.
Arrival and Dismissal
Our regular school hours are:
Monday to Thursday: 7:55 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Friday: 7:55 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Morning supervision begins at 7:40 a.m.
At the end of the day, students will be dismissed from the playground doors. Please let us know how your child will normally travel home and who, if anyone, will be picking them up.
If you need to pick up your child during the school day, please check them out through the main office. The office will contact our classroom, or your child can be ready for you when the pickup has been arranged in advance.
Classroom & School Expectations
A few simple expectations help our classrooms stay focused, comfortable, and welcoming for everyone. Please review these with your child before the first day:
- Hoods down in the classroom. Being able to see one another's faces helps us connect, communicate, and stay engaged in learning. Hats are okay.
- Water only. Water bottles are welcome and encouraged. Energy drinks are not permitted, and other beverages should be saved for lunch.
- Phones away. Cell phones and personal devices stay in lockers during the entire school day, in keeping with provincial and CBE policy. If you need to reach your child during school hours, please call the office and we will pass along your message.
- Valuables, toys, stuffies, gizmos and gadgets stay at home. These items can be distracting or easily misplaced, so we ask that they remain at home.
Students should bring a nutritious snack, water bottle, and lunch each day.
During these first warm weeks, a hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses will help your child stay comfortable during our time outside. As the seasons change, weather-appropriate clothing is always a good idea.
Supplies & Footwear
The school provides all required supplies. Students in Grade 4 will be given a pencil case to store their supplies. If your child has a pencil case they love and would like to use, they are welcome to bring it.
Indoor shoes are optional. However, proper footwear is required for Phys Ed. Students need appropriate footwear such as sneakers. Crocs, sandals, and winter or rain boots are not permitted in gym class.
Please label your child's belongings with their name.
Looking Ahead
There is so much ahead of us, but what matters most is that every student knows from the very beginning that this is their classroom, they belong here, and they have something important to contribute.
This year we will learn new things, make mistakes, solve problems, build friendships, take chances, and celebrate growth. We will laugh, wonder, question, create, and probably learn a few things we didn't expect along the way!
We are excited to share that our Grade 4 classes will take part in five-day field trips. Ms. Nelson's class will travel in March, and Ms. Derksen's class will travel in April.
These trips cannot happen without volunteers. All volunteers must have a current Police Information Check, and these can take up to six weeks to process.
We are looking forward to working with our students and partnering with families throughout the year.
We can't wait to welcome everyone on Monday morning and begin our year together!
Warmly,
Ms. Michelle Nelson & Ms. Colleen Derksen
Grade Four Teachers
Sherwood School
Welcome to Phys Ed!
Hello Parents and Guardians,
My name is Jared Exner, and I am one of the Phys Ed teachers at Sherwood School. This is my eleventh year teaching and my second year at Sherwood. I’m excited to be back for another year and look forward to getting to know your child and helping them have a positive experience in Phys Ed.
Phys Ed is a great opportunity for students to get moving, learn new skills, work with others, build confidence, and—hopefully—have some fun along the way! My biggest goal is for students to come to the gym with a positive attitude, give things a try, and do their best.
We will work together to create a gym environment where everyone feels comfortable and included. I expect students to respect themselves, respect others, and respect the equipment and space we share.
Students are not required to change into a gym strip, although they are welcome to do so if they choose. Proper athletic footwear is required for Phys Ed for safety reasons. Please make sure your child has appropriate indoor shoes to wear in the gym. Crocs, sandals, slippers, and other open-toed footwear are not suitable for Phys Ed.
Throughout the year, students will take part in a wide variety of sports, activities, and games. Some of these may include cross country, soccer, football, volleyball, basketball, badminton, track and field, cooperative games, and more.
Not every student will consider themselves an athlete, and that’s completely okay! You don’t have to be the best at something to enjoy it. I encourage students to keep an open mind, try new things, and be willing to step outside their comfort zone. Sometimes the activities we think we won’t enjoy end up being our favourites!
I’m looking forward to meeting your child and having a great year together in the gym.
See you in the gym!
Jared Exner Athletic Director Sherwood School