You can access the resources here:
-Kids Help Phone: 24/7 confidential support for youth and parents
Call 1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868 / https://kidshelpphone.ca/
-Kickstand:Free mental health, substance use, and peer support for young people ages 11 to 25, available through in-person hubs and virtual services (Kickstand Connect). No referral or fees required https://mykickstand.ca/
-Alberta Health Services – Help in Tough Times: Crisis support, 24-hour helplines, and mental health information for individuals and families https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/amh/page16759.aspx
Please do not hesitate to reach out to your child’s school if you need support or have questions.
No School – February 16-20: A reminder that there will be no school from February 16th to 20th.
We hope all of our Grasslands students, staff, and families enjoy a safe and restful week off!
Classes will resume on Monday, February 23.
This show is suitable for students in grade 5 and younger. Community members are welcome!
Each year, Alberta Education and Childcare invites parents and guardians to take part in the Education Assurance Survey to gather insights into student learning experiences and school environments.
The 2026 survey is due by March 6th, 2026. Your school has shared access details.
Thank you for being part of the conversation and supporting continuous improvement in education.
https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-education-and-childcare-assurance-survey
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
Semester 2 Begins - February 2nd: A reminder that Semester 2 begins on Monday, February 2, 2026, for all junior and senior high students.
It’s a fresh start and a great time to set new goals. We’re wishing everyone a strong and successful second half of the school year!
Join us for the Alcoma Kindergarten Open House on Friday, February 6, 2026 at 12:30 p.m.
We invite all families with a child who will be 5 years old by December 31 to visit our school and explore our Kindergarten program. This is a great opportunity to meet staff, see the classrooms, and learn more about what Alcoma Kindergarten has to offer.
Transportation Available: Daily bussing is available from Brooks, with return transportation provided.
We look forward to welcoming you and your family!
Join us for Alcomas Christmas Concert in the Alcoma Gym! (December 18th)
Doors open at 5:30 pm and the play will start at 6:00 pm.
Hot beverages and desserts to follow after the concert! Everyone is welcome!
Duchess • Bassano • Tilley • Rolling Hills • Rosemary • Alcoma
Join us to:
-Meet our school staff & Kindergarten teachers
-Tour a Kindergarten classroom
-Explore, learn & play stations
-Take home an information bag
-Complete your registration in person
Open house dates and times will be shared on each school’s Facebook page and website.
We can’t wait to meet our future Kindergarten families! 💛
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.
We have made the difficult decision to postpone our Christmas concert to tomorrow, December 18th.
We have been advised by Grasslands Central Office there may be delays or cancellations to transportation as weather conditions change.
If you are able to come pick up your child from school as soon as possible, it is recommended. Weather is supposed to change by 2pm.
Please feel free to contact the school at 1-403-362-3741.
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.
Doors open at 5:30 pm and the play will start at 6:00 pm.
Hot beverages and desserts to follow after the concert!
Everyone is welcome!
