Dear Henry Wise Wood Families: 

Happy Thanksgiving to you and your loved ones!  Many events are taking place in Calgary over the long weekend.  Whether you are gathering with family, spending time with friends, or simply enjoying a slower pace, may this weekend bring moments of gratitude, connection, laughter, and reflection. We are thankful for the students, families, and staff who make HWW such a special community, and we wish you a joyful Thanksgiving weekend filled with meaningful moments and treasured memories. 

Online Parent Teacher Student Interviews:  Monday, October 19 

Afternoon - Noon to 3:00 pm  

Evening - 4:00 pm to 7:30 pm 

On Monday, October 19 we will be holding our Semester 1 Online School Conferences to give you and your child(ren) an opportunity to speak with teachers about their progress. All School Conferences will be Online via TEAMS. 

The booking system will open at Noon today and will close at 11:59 pm on Thursday, October 15th. You can access the booking tool through your myCBE account and going into your myCBE Apps.  

• After you have accessed the booking system you will be able to select the appropriate teachers and times that work for you.  
• Once you have booked your online appointments, you will receive confirmation emails which will also include links to join the online meetings.  
• It may take up to 24 hours to receive the link for the online meeting. Please check your junk folder if you do not receive the link in 24 hours.  

For the online conferences: 

• please use the link sent to the email address on file with the school to enter the online conferences to meet with the teachers at your designated time.  
• When prompted, please enter your name as it appears in the student’s information at the school. The teacher will be alerted that you are in the virtual lobby for the meeting and will admit you when your booking time begins or when they finish their previous meeting. Please note that if you are a CBE staff member, you will not wait in a meeting lobby but go right into the meeting room; be cautious not to enter early while another Conference is in session. 

If you would like to reference detailed instructions for this process, you can access them here.

If you miss the booking deadline, please email the teacher directly to book a time on October 19 if available.  

If you encounter technical issues, please reach out to our helpful office staff and we will do our best to work through any difficulties you may encounter. 403-253-2261 extension 0 

We look forward to connecting with you! 

Do You Have a Photo of a Relative Who Served or is Currently Serving in the Canadian Armed Forces and Would Like to Honour Them at our School's Remembrance Day Assembly? Please send a photo along with a brief write-up to Ms. Renyk at jbrenyk@cbe.ab.ca.  The deadline for submission is Friday, October 30. 

Veterans’ Tea Returns to HWW on Wed. October 14:  led by Ms. Teleky 

One of Henry Wise Wood’s most cherished traditions is returning this fall. For nearly 15 years, the Veterans’ Tea has provided students with a unique opportunity to connect personally with veterans and learn firsthand about their experiences, service, and sacrifices. 

This year, we are expecting more than 40 veterans representing a wide range of military backgrounds, along with community organizations and volunteers. Students will have the opportunity to move through the Courtyard, visit exhibits, engage in conversations with veterans, explore military vehicles, interact with the Military Museums’ Mural of Honour, learn about Quilts of Valour, support the Veterans Association Food Bank, and write postcards of gratitude to veterans living in care homes. 

The event was created to give students and veterans meaningful opportunities to share stories beyond what is possible during a traditional Remembrance Day assembly. It also honours the memory of veterans who have impacted our school community, as well as HWW alumni Michael Starker and Chad Horn. 

The Veterans’ Tea is truly a school-wide event involving students and staff from Band, Art, Foods, Leadership, Photography, Technical Theatre, ACCESS, PLP, Cadets, Interact, and many other programs. It is a powerful reminder of the importance of remembrance, gratitude, service, and community. 

Henry Wise Wood Back to School - The Artists Perspective  

Our period 4 Art 20 Students at Henry Wise Wood High School were invited to exhibit work at the Southwood Library for the month of October.  Participating artists were asked to capture scenes of school life in the first few days back from the summer break.  Using black and white photography, the artists took candid shots from around common areas of the school.  These references were re-produced as enlarged charcoal pastel compositions.  Students were encouraged to use tortillons and blending stumps to achieve a wide breadth of value.  Essentially, students were “painting with dust” to produce the resolved work. 

The universal feelings of back-to-school transitions are relatable to most.  The mix of emotions hasn’t changed all that much, with many students welcoming a bit of routine and re-connection with their peer group, while others could’ve really used just a few more days of summer.  Anxiety, excitement, cautious optimism, and some relief in seeing people they’ve missed for several weeks makes for an atmosphere of dynamic energy in the building that first week back.  Our students captured that energy and are pleased to share their “Welcome Back” impressions in this display. 

The exhibition runs from Tuesday, Oct. 5th, 2026 to Halloween. 

Alberta Student Exchange Program – Information Session: Language students - if you are interested in experiencing different cultures and taking your Japanese, French, or Spanish skills to the next level the Alberta Student Exchange program might be a good option for you!  

On Wednesday, October 14, there will be an information session with a representative from Alberta Education. This session will take place during lunch in room 218. The exchange opportunities for the 2027-2028 school year include countries like France, Japan, Germany, Mexico, Quebec, and Spain!  If you are interested in more information, please see Alberta Education’s website. 

Rotary Youth Exchange:  The Rotary Club will be at the school on Tuesday, October 20 providing information about the Rotary Youth Exchange for high school students. Please see the QR code below for more information about this program.  

Photo Retake Day on Wednesday, October 14:  If your child would like to retake their photos, Lifetouch will be at the school.  Students will be called to the Cafeteria. 

Boys Rugby:  Mr. Gough is hosting meetings next week at lunch in the Art Room for students interested in playing rugby in the spring. 

Tuesday Oct 20:  Grade 12 

Wednesday Oct 21:  Grade 11 
Thursday Oct 22: Grade 10 

GATE Parent Association Casino Fundraiser (November 23/24) - Volunteers Needed (Please Sign Up by Friday October 23rd) 
 
The GATE Parent Association's Casino Fundraiser takes place November 23 & 24 at Deerfoot Inn & Casino, and we need your help to fill shifts!  Funds raised will be primarily distributed to GATE schools in Calgary, including Henry Wise Wood. A few hours of your time can make a meaningful impact!  Please follow this link for more information, and to volunteer: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B044DA5AA2FABFF2-65901338-gate#/ 

Gentle Reminders: 

• Grade 12 Grad Photo booking has begun:  https://everest.airstudio.io/ 
• Loran Award Scholarship applications due on Thursday - Value $150,000 - apply.loranscholar.ca
• Math contests:  organized by the Math Department

Please bring CASH payment (receipt provided) and email address to Ms. McKay in Room 304 before school, lunch time or after school on or before the due dates listed below.  Note:  We cannot offer refunds if you sign up, pay, and then do not write the contests given HWW has financial commitments to the organizations. 

Schedule of Events: 

Gentle reminder: School fees are now posted in the CBE parent portal. 

Full athletic schedule at: CSHSAA (Calgary Senior High School Athletic Association) 

Wise Guys Science Help:  3:45 – 5:00 pm:  Monday, Tuesday, Thursday:  Room 210; Wednesday:  Room 206 

Henry’s Math Help:  3:35 – 4:45 pm:  Monday (rm 304), Tuesday (rm 305), Thursday – Grade 10s only (rm 308); Wednesday morning 7:45 – 8:40 am (rm 304 and 305) 

Test Center: Room 108A - Monday @ 3:40pm-5:15pm; Tuesday @ 7:10am-8:45am; Wednesday @ 3:40pm-5:15 pm 

Sunday October 11:  Sign up for Student Teacher Parent Interview begins:  myCBE 

Monday October 12:  Thanksgiving Day – no school for students or staff 

Tuesday October 13: 

• 5:00 – 6:30 pm: Jr. Girls VB vs. Notre Dame (home) 
• 6:30 – 8:00 pm: Sr. Girls VB vs. Notre Dame (home) 

Wednesday October 14: 

• Veteran’s Tea:  Led by Mrs. Teleky in Period 2 
• Lunch:  Alberta Student Exchange Program – information Session in room 218 - Alberta Education’s website. 
• Photo Retake Day 
• Volleyball Selects Game 
• Communi’tea:  led by Ms. Tracee Thompson (3:30 – 5:00 pm)  

Thursday October 15: 

• apply.loranscholar.ca deadline 
• 4:30 – 7:00 pm:  Indigenous Student Post-Secondary Recruitment Fair Poster -  at Bishop Carroll High School:  This event is open to Indigenous students currently in high school in Calgary and area.   
• 5:00 – 6:30 pm: Sr. Boys VB vs. Bishop McNally (home) 
• 6:30 – 8:00 pm:  Jr. Boys VB vs. Bishop McNally (home) 
• 7:30 – 9:30 pm:  Sr. Boys Football vs. All Saints at Shouldice – Stampeder Field (Away) 
• 11:59 pm:  Deadline to sign up for Parent Teacher Student Interviews - myCBE  (if you miss the deadline, please email teacher directly - Staff 

Friday October 16: 

• Sign up deadline for Math Contests:  please see Ms. McKay (room 304):  Refunds are not possible if you sign up and then withdraw your participation given we must commit to the organizations running the contest. 
• Model UN at Sir Winston Churchill High School 
• Football Fundraiser by Parent Foundation at a local establishment:  see Coach Ehrmann for tickets soon! 

Saturday October 17: 

• Model UN at Sir Winston Churchill High School 
• Cross Country Provincials in Edmonton – good luck to three HWW athletes!! 

Monday October 19: 

• Noninstructional Day:  no school for students or staff 
• Virtual Student Teacher Parent Interviews:  12:00 – 3:00 pm and 4:00 – 7:30 pm 
• Note: HWW is an election site. As a result, all interviews will be virtual. 

Tuesday October 20: 

• Lunch:  Rotary Youth Exchange Presentation  
• Lunch:  Grade 12 Boys Rugby Meeting in the Art Room 
• 5:00 – 6:30 pm:  Jr Boys VB vs. North Trail (Home) 
• 6:30 – 8:00 pm:  Sr. Boys VB vs. North Trail (Home) 
• 7:30 – 9:30 pm:  Junior Boys Football Game vs. LBHS at Shouldice - Hellard Field (home) 

Wednesday October 21: 

• Lunch:  Grade 11 Boys Rugby Meeting in the Art Room 
• Alberta Out of Province Fair 

Thursday October 22: 

• Lunch:  Grade 10 Boys Rugby Meeting in the Art Room 
• 5:00 – 6:30 pm:  Sr. Girls VB vs. LBHS (Home) 
• 6:30  – 8:00 pm:  Jr. Girls VB vs. LBHS (Home) 
• 7:30 – 9:30 pm:  Sr. Boys Football vs. JCS at Shouldice – Hellard Field (home) 

Friday October 23: 

• Practice Lockdown:  pre-teaching will take place with students 

Saturday October 24: 

• Language Challenge Exam – Part 1 (portfolio writing):  please see Mr. Chieng (atchieng@cbe.ab.ca) for details 

If you need to contact Administration, Student Services or a teacher for support, an email is the best way to reach out:  HWW Staff List 

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