Dear MLS Families,
On Wednesday, students attended an Earth Rangers presentation focused on animal conservation. This high-energy, multimedia experience was designed to inspire and empower students. It included live games, stunning visuals, and engaging storytelling to teach students about wildlife, ecosystems, and environmental solutions. Thanks to corporate sponsorship, this presentation was provided to McKenzie Lake School at no cost to the school or students. It was a highly engaging event that left many students feeling inspired.
Last week, our Grade 5 students went on a field trip to the Hangar Flight Museum in support of their science curriculum. Students toured the museum and learned about historical aircraft and the science of flight. They explored the concepts of thrust, drag, lift, and weight, and how these forces work together to allow both living and non-living objects to fly. Each group also had the opportunity to build a stomp rocket or a plane, which students were excited to share and demonstrate when they returned to school. Thank you to our parent volunteers who helped make this learning opportunity possible.
Scholastic Book Fair
This week, students will have the opportunity to preview books available for purchase at the Scholastic Book Fair. Books will also be available for purchase during Parent-Teacher Conferences.
If you are planning to shop late Friday morning, please do so before your conference, as the book fair will close at 12:00 p.m.
- Student sales: Wednesday and Thursday during school hours
- Students will have opportunities to purchase items on both days
- Students who bring money will be invited to the book fair to make their purchases
- Family sales: During conferences on Thursday evening and Friday
- Payment methods: Debit, Visa, MasterCard, and cash
- Students can also use Mydoh at Scholastic Book Fairs: https://www2.scholastic.ca/bookfairs/learning-lab-mydoh/
Dress Like a Minion Day – March 19
Our Student Leadership group has chosen Thursday, March 19 as Minion Day to help celebrate the Book Fair. Students are invited to dress like a Minion or wear yellow.
School Council
Our next Virtual School Council meeting will take place on Wednesday, March 19 at 7:00 p.m. As we begin planning for the 2026–2027 school year, we will share information about the school budget and seek parent feedback regarding field trips and associated fees.
Parent-Teacher Conferences
If you have not yet booked your Parent-Teacher Conference for this Thursday or Friday, please log in to your MyCBE account to schedule a time.
Kindergarten parents are reminded that there is no school for Kindergarten students on Thursday due to conferences.
Lost and Found
When attending your conference, please take a moment to check the Lost and Found for any items that may belong to your family. All unclaimed items remaining after 12:00 p.m. on Friday will be donated.
Sincerely,
Dayna McComish