Chronic absence means missing 10% or more of school days, for any reason. That includes excused, unexcused, and suspended absences. While it may not feel like a lot, research shows that missing this much school can make it harder for students to learn to read by Grade 3, succeed in middle school, and graduate from high school.
At Grasslands, we care deeply about every child’s learning journey. Over time, the odd absences can add up, especially in the early years, and we want families to have the information they need to support success.
#AttendanceMatters #Grasslands #GPS #BrooksAlberta
At Grasslands, we care deeply about every child’s learning journey. Over time, the odd absences can add up, especially in the early years, and we want families to have the information they need to support success.
#AttendanceMatters #Grasslands #GPS #BrooksAlberta
This week at Griffin Park School!
This week at Griffin Park!
This week at Griffin Park!
Hey Grade 4 to 6 parents! Please read this letter regarding a survey that will be coming to you soon! Completing the survey provides the school with valuable information about our performance and how we can improve! For more information, go to www.alberta.ca/alberta-education-assurance-survey
This week at Griffin Park!
Griffin Park Parent Council is hosting a Family Dance and a Silent Auction!
Congratulations to all of the students that participated in the Grade 4 to 6 Book Challenge! Each participant got a little treat and the winners received gift baskets!!
Thank you to all the staff members that donated prizes for the gift baskets!
Stay tuned for the next Book Challenge!
Thank you to all the staff members that donated prizes for the gift baskets!
Stay tuned for the next Book Challenge!
Grasslands Weather Update #2 – Rural Buses Cancelled
Due to rapidly changing weather conditions this afternoon, all rural bus routes have been cancelled.
*City of Brooks buses will continue within city limits only
*The Walking School Bus is cancelled for this afternoon
*Students who remain at school are safe and supervised by staff
For rural students who cannot be picked up, Grasslands is activating our Emergency Billet Protocol. Students will only be released to their identified emergency billet contact.
Please contact your emergency billet as soon as possible to confirm arrangements. School staff will remain on site after dismissal to support students and families as needed.
Read more here; https://www.grasslands.ab.ca/article/12911
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we prioritize student safety.
Due to rapidly changing weather conditions this afternoon, all rural bus routes have been cancelled.
*City of Brooks buses will continue within city limits only
*The Walking School Bus is cancelled for this afternoon
*Students who remain at school are safe and supervised by staff
For rural students who cannot be picked up, Grasslands is activating our Emergency Billet Protocol. Students will only be released to their identified emergency billet contact.
Please contact your emergency billet as soon as possible to confirm arrangements. School staff will remain on site after dismissal to support students and families as needed.
Read more here; https://www.grasslands.ab.ca/article/12911
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we prioritize student safety.
Weather Update – Rural Transportation - We are monitoring weather conditions expected to develop this afternoon, which may impact rural bus routes or the rural portion of in-town routes.
No transportation decisions have been made at this time, but delays or cancellations may be necessary as conditions change.
Families are encouraged to stay informed by reading the full update on our website: https://www.grasslands.ab.ca/article/12896
Any transportation changes will be shared through the Grasslands App, Facebook and Website.
No transportation decisions have been made at this time, but delays or cancellations may be necessary as conditions change.
Families are encouraged to stay informed by reading the full update on our website: https://www.grasslands.ab.ca/article/12896
Any transportation changes will be shared through the Grasslands App, Facebook and Website.
This week at Griffin Park!
There will be an Open House for families with children going into kindergarten in the 2026-2027 school year. Please see the flyer for more details!
This week at Griffin Park!
Just a reminder that picture retakes are tomorrow morning! Please let your child's teacher know if you would like retakes!
This week at Griffin Park!!
This week at Griffin Park!
Save the Date for our Winter Family Festival!
Please see the flyer from Primary Care Alberta regarding a new program for families.
This week at Griffin Park!
Yesterday, Griffin Park held its Remembrance Day Ceremony to honour and remember the brave individuals who sacrificed their lives for our freedom. We were deeply honoured to have Major Murphy from CFB Suffield and Cpl McCready from the Brooks RCMP join us for this meaningful occasion. Lest we forget.
