Hello SWL Families
IMPORTANT DATES
December 18, 2025 - Locker Clean Out - Be sure to bring a bag to take home belongings
December 19, 2025 - Last day of Classes before Winter Break (regular 12:11 dismissal)
December 19, 2025 - Pajama Day (please see below)
January 5, 2026 - Classes Resume (8:30 am)
January 8, 2026 - Grade 9 Immunizations
January 15, 2026 - Open House for New Families Interested in Sir Wilfrid Laurier - Virtual (6-7 pm)
January 20, 2026 - School Council Meeting - Virtual (6-7 pm)
January 27, 2026 - Last day of Semester 1
January 28, 2026 - First day of Semester 2
January 30, 2026 - Non-Instructional Day - No School For Students
PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE
As we head into winter break, I would like to personally thank our families for your patience, flexibility, and strong support of our school community—particularly during the recent water line break. Your cooperation and understanding during this time helped ensure the safety and well-being of our students and staff, and it is greatly appreciated.
Winter break offers a welcome opportunity to pause, rest, and enjoy meaningful time together. I hope the coming days provide space for connection, renewal, and enjoyment for you and your family.
Thank you for the important role you play in making our school such a caring and supportive community. I look forward to welcoming students back in the new year, refreshed and ready to learn.
PAJAMA DAY
We’re excited to celebrate Pajama Day! To keep the day fun, comfortable, and respectful for everyone, please follow these guidelines:
✔ What is allowed:
- School-appropriate pajama pants, onesies, or joggers
- T-shirts, long-sleeve tops, or pajama tops
- Cozy socks, slippers with hard soles (inside the school only), or regular shoes
- Stuffed animals (small enough to carry easily)
- Robes worn over clothing
✘ What is not allowed:
- No short shorts, boxers, or sleepwear that resembles underwear
- No pajamas with inappropriate graphics, language, or imagery
- No unsafe footwear (flip flops, soft-bottom slippers, or anything that could cause slips)
Other reminders:
- Pajamas must be clean and comfortable without causing distraction.
- Students should be prepared for regular school activities—including going outdoors for recess—so dress warmly.
- All school rules around respectful and safe clothing still apply.
- Students will still be participating in PE. Proper footwear and the ability to change into PE clothing is required.
Thank you for helping make Pajama Day fun and inclusive for everyone!
WINTER WEATHER REMINDERS
Calgary is experiencing the first taste of winter weather for the season this week. 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 otherwise 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 your school's attendance line to report the absence.
HIGH SCHOOL INFORMATION
For your convenience, we have included links below to the high schools our students most commonly attend. Information can be found on these sites as well as on the CBE website - High School Page.
Bowness High School
Crescent Heights High School
Forest Lawn High School
Jack James High School
James Fowler High School
John G. Diefenbaker High School
Lester B. Pearson High School
Nelson Mandela High School
North Trail High School
Sir Winston Churchill High School
Western Canada High School