PROGRAM ENHANCEMENT

Information for 2022-2023 School Year.

Sibling participation will be limited to family orientated events and virtual based on availability. Sibling registration a few weeks prior to event.

Your Program Enhancement Coordinator will strive to offer a variety of activities with your student’s safety in mind.

Ever wonder what it's like behind the scenes of your favorite film or television show? During this 5 week virtual series students will try their hands at various aspects from writing scripts, to acting, filming, directing and video editing. Come learn what happens behind the scenes of what hits our screens.

WHEN: Thursdays March 2 - 30, 2023
TIME 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
WHO: CFL Students Grades 4-12
COST: = $105

Click Here to Register

Join us for Co-Curricular classes on March 8!
Centre for Learning@HOME is excited to announce a NEW format to our co-curricular workshop days. Beginning in January these full-day teacher directed activities will be combined with SPORTS 4 FUN. Students will spend more of their day immersed in physical activities designed to increase their physical literacy skills and their cooperative team playing to enhance their skill and enjoyment of the activity. Classroom activities will be designed to engage students through hands on projects to enhance student's curiosity in the areas of Science, Technology, Math, Language, and the Arts.

Grades 1, 2, 3: Introduce your young learner to our co-curricular workshops slowly and gently. Consider signing your child up for a half-day option (morning, afternoon) or full day option. Students will participate in classroom activities and physical activities in both morning and afternoon sessions.

Parent Sessions: Parents, considering starting your morning with us with coffee and conversation. Stay for a short presentation on a trending topic in the area of home education. You are invited to stay for as short or long as your day allows. Enjoy coffee and conversation with fellow home school parents. Toddlers are always welcome!

Please bring or wear gym appropriate foot wear, students without may be asked to sit out of gym for safety reasons.
Please bring a lunch; there will be no access to heat the lunches up - NO NUTS PLEASE.

DROP OFF AND PICK UP AT THE TOP OF THE STAIRS, AT THE LARGE DESK OUTSIDE CLASSROOM AREA.

We look forward to seeing you there.

WHERE: FIRST ALLIANCE CHURCH, 12345 40TH STREET SE, CALGARY
WHEN: Wednesday, March 8.
TIME: 9:50am - 10:00am drop off, classes run from 10:00 am-2:50 pm.
Pick up 2:50pm
WHO: CFL Students Gr.1-9
COST: = Students in Online, Print-Based or Shared Responsibility programs = Complimentary
Students in a Home Education (Traditional) program = $20.00

Click Here to Register

Las Fallas is a festival celebrated in Valencia Spain. They build sculptures of paper mache and at the end of the festival they burn them to to say goodbye to the distractions and negative things in their lives and welcome in the new.
You can watch this short video about Las Fallas: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=420Qbq4aLa0

Join Ms. Morris to celebrate "Las Fallas". We will create paper mache statues over two days. Day 1 to create the paper Mache shapes and day 2 to paint (once your statue is dry). We will leave the burning of your statues as a home activity under parental supervision.

WHERE: The Centre for Learning @ Home Office - Okotoks
WHEN: Tuesdays, March 14th and 16th.
3:45 pm - 5:00 pm
WHO: CFL students, Grade 4-9 (no Spanish experience required)
COST: free

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Join us for this two-hour baking class with one of Naits Red Seal chefs as they take you through simple dishes that are restaurant quality.

The theme for this session is focused on preparing Roast Beef Dinner with sides.

Ingredient lists will be sent out the week prior to the program. Chef will also offer up alternatives for various dietary restrictions. Please email special requests to dhayles@redeemer.ab.ca This is also an excellent opportunity to learn about the culinary arts program offered at NAIT.

**Younger students are able to register to follow along but may require additional help from an adult.**

WHEN: Tuesday March 14, 2023
TIME 4:30 - 6:30pm
WHO: CFL Students Grades 5-12
COST: = $21

Click Here to Register

We are excited to let you know that you have the opportunity to have your child/children take part in a writing workshop by author Sigmund Brouwer. We have had Sigmund do these workshops in the past years, and parents and students have given great reviews.

This is suitable for children in Grades 4-9. Parents are welcome to attend, and many report it is a very valuable session for them as well.

This class includes one of his books and access to a virtual classroom with free ebooks and other resources. As well, the workshop fee includes registration to a four-week virtual writing course in September, where he guides students in writing a personal narrative to kick off the school year. (As you’ll see at www.storyninjawritingclasses.com/cfl, a virtual writing course is usually $79 by itself.)

About Sigmund: With over four million books in print in multiple languages, Sigmund Brouwer is the award-winning and best-selling author of dozens of titles for kids and grown ups. Since 1990, he has reached over a million students with in-person and virtual presentations across the United States and Canada, and has been a literacy consultant for multiple school boards

WHERE: CFL office - 109 Southbank Blvd, Okotoks
WHEN: Monday, March 20
1:30pm-3:30pm
WHO: CFL students. Grades 4-9
COST: $49.00

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Grab your Canvas and some paints and join us as we paint a Spring themed piece. Through the guidance of a professional artist students will learn techniques to create their own masterpiece.

Families must supply their own supplies which will include:
- a canvas
- acrylic paints (varied colors)
- paint brushes
- water container, paper towels

WHEN: Monday, April 3, 2023
TIME 1:00pm - 3:00pm
WHO: CFL Students Grades 1-12
COST: = $7 plus supplies

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**GRADE 4,5,6 CLASS FULL, PLEASE REGISTER FOR THE WAIT LIST**

Join us for Co-Curricular classes on April 19

Centre for Learning@HOME is excited to announce a NEW format to our co-curricular workshop days. Beginning in January these full-day teacher directed activities will be combined with SPORTS 4 FUN. Students will spend more of their day immersed in physical activities designed to increase their physical literacy skills and their cooperative team playing to enhance their skill and enjoyment of the activity. Classroom activities will be designed to engage students through hands on projects to enhance student's curiosity in the areas of Science, Technology, Math, Language, and the Arts.

Grades 1, 2, 3: Introduce your young learner to our co-curricular workshops slowly and gently. Consider signing your child up for a half-day option (morning, afternoon) or full day option. Students will participate in classroom activities and physical activities in both morning and afternoon sessions.

Parent Sessions: Parents, considering starting your day with us with coffee and conversation. Stay for a short presentation on a trending topic in the area of home education. You are invited to stay for as short or long as your day allows. Enjoy coffee and conversation with fellow home school parents. Toddlers are always welcome!

Please bring or wear gym appropriate foot wear, students without may be asked to sit out of gym for safety reasons.

Registration will commence for Traditional Home Education Students 2 weeks prior to the class start.

Please bring a lunch; there will be no access to heat the lunches up - NO NUTS PLEASE.

DROP OFF AND PICK UP AT THE TOP OF THE STAIRS, AT THE LARGE DESK OUTSIDE CLASSROOM AREA.

We look forward to seeing you there.

WHERE: FIRST ALLIANCE CHURCH, 12345 40TH STREET SE, CALGARY
WHEN: Wednesday, April 19
TIME: 9:50am - 10:00am drop off, classes run from 10:00 am-2:50 pm.
Pick up 2:50pm
WHO: CFL Students Gr.1-9
COST: = Students in Online, Print-Based or Shared Responsibility programs = Complimentary
Students in a Home Education (Traditional) program = $20.00

Click Here to Register

APRIL 21 - VELYKDEN @ UCHV - PROVINCIAL EVENT

The lifestyles of rural Ukrainian settlers, spring preparations, and Velykden' celebrations are brought to life for students by costumed interpreters. Through the program, students see the religious and cultural importance of Easter within the lives of early Ukrainian settlers in east central Alberta. A hands-on session provides students with the opportunity to learn about the symbolism of the traditional pysanky.

WHERE: Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village, 195041 Highway 16 East, AB
WHEN: Friday, April 21, 2023
TIME 10:00am - 2:00pm
WHO: CFL Students Grades 1-12
COST: =CFL Students = $14

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Grab your Canvas and some paints and join us as we paint a Spring themed piece. Through the guidance of a professional artist students will learn techniques to create their own masterpiece.

Families must supply their own supplies which will include:
- a canvas
- acrylic paints (varied colors)
- paint brushes
- water container, paper towels

WHEN: Tuesday, May 2, 2023
TIME 1:00pm - 3:00pm
WHO: CFL Students Grades 1-12
COST: = $7 plus supplies

Click Here to Register

Join us for a day exploring how math is everywhere! World Waterpark is five acres of wet, wild, and wonderful fun, where the temperature is always a balmy 31 C. With more than 17 waterslides and play features, it is the perfect place to enhance classroom learning. Students can solve a variety of problems, helping them to understand the math behind their favorite slides and attractions at World Waterpark.

Students in Grade 10-12 may choose to do physics Students can solve a variety of problems, helping them to understand the physics behind their favourite slides and attractions at World Waterpark. Students can enjoy the slides once they have completed their worksheets.

Students in Grade 1-6 MUST register with an adult chaperone!

The waterpark closes at 5pm students and their families are welcome to stay until the waterpark closes.

WHERE: West Edmonton Mall, 7000 143 St NW, Edmonton, AB
WHEN: Thursday May 4, 2023
TIME 12:00pm - 3:30pm
WHO: CFL Students Grades 1-12
COST: = $32

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Join The Centre for Learning @HOME as we tour the building where our provincial representatives make the decisions that govern our province. Students will get the opportunity to learn about the history of the building and take part in their own mock legislature.

WHERE: Alberta Legislature, 10800 97 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB
WHEN: Wednesday May 10, 2023
TIME 9:30am - 1:00pm
WHO: CFL Students Grades 4-9
COST: = No Cost

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Join us for this two-hour cooking class with one of Naits Red Seal chefs as they take you through simple dishes that are restaurant quality.

The theme for this session is focused on creating summer treats..

Ingredient lists will be sent out the week prior to the program. Chef will also offer up alternatives for various dietary restrictions. Please email special requests to dhayles@redeemer.ab.ca This is also an excellent opportunity to learn about the culinary arts program offered at NAIT.

**Younger students are able to register to follow along but may require additional help from an adult.**

WHEN: Tuesday May 16, 2023
TIME 4:30 - 6:30pm
WHO: CFL Students Grades 5-12
COST: = $21

Click Here to Register

Join Ms Abercrombie at this years Stem Expo experience various exhibits such as:

-Project Zone - Visit top STEM projects by grade 7-12/Cgep students from across Canada
-STEM Expo - Discover STEM educational institutions and STEM-focused companies; CWSF STEM Expo features hands-on interactive activities including experimenting, making, coding, games, robotics, Indigenous knowledge, inspiring presentations, exciting demonstrations and more by companies, organizations, agencies, institutions, museums and other STEM-related organizations
-Activities - Explore the event through a Scavenger Hunt game with a chance to win a prize
-Free student and teacher resources


WHERE: Edmonton Convention Centre, 9797 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, AB,
WHEN: Wednesday May 17, 2023
TIME 9:00am - 2:30pm
WHO: CFL Students Grades 5-12
COST: = No Cost

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Have you ever wondered what the Supreme Court of Canada is like? We'll skip the trip to Ottawa and take part in a tour from the comfort of our homes. Students will have the opportunity to virtually tour with an interpreter the court house and learn about how the Canadian Supreme Court works.

Please only register one student per household.

WHEN: Wednesday, May 17, 2023
TIME 1:00pm - 1:45pm
WHO: CFL Students Grades 4-12
COST: = No Cost

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Come and meet your science teacher, Mr Chartrand for live teaching!!

This day is meant to give high school students who have or are currently enrolled in science courses at the Centre for Learning a hands on opportunity to complete experiments based on curriculum outcomes for Biology, Physics and Chemistry. This day will also contain many demonstrations exhibiting major concepts covered in these streams. All students in high school who have taken at least Science 10 are welcome to attend.

WHERE: The Centre for Learning@HOME Office, 109 Southbank Blvd, Okotoks, AB
WHEN: Thursday, May 18
9:00am-2:00pm
WHO: CFL Students Gr. 10-12
COST: Complimentary

Click Here to Register

We are excited to let you know that you have the opportunity to have your child/children take part in a writing workshop by author Sigmund Brouwer. We have had Sigmund do these workshops in the past years, and parents and students have given great reviews.

This is suitable for children in Grades 4-9. Parents are welcome to attend, and many report it is a very valuable session for them as well.

This class includes one of his books and access to a virtual classroom with free ebooks and other resources. As well, the workshop fee includes registration to a four-week virtual writing course in September, where he guides students in writing a personal narrative to kick off the school year. (As you’ll see at www.storyninjawritingclasses.com/cfl, a virtual writing course is usually $79 by itself.)

About Sigmund: With over four million books in print in multiple languages, Sigmund Brouwer is the award-winning and best-selling author of dozens of titles for kids and grown ups. Since 1990, he has reached over a million students with in-person and virtual presentations across the United States and Canada, and has been a literacy consultant for multiple school boards

WHERE: CFL office - 109 Southbank Blvd, Okotoks
WHEN: Thursday, May 18
1:30pm-3:30pm
WHO: CFL students. Grades 4-9
COST: $49.00

Click Here to Register

Join us for Co-Curricular classes on May 24

Centre for Learning@HOME is excited to announce a NEW format to our co-curricular workshop days. Beginning in January these full-day teacher directed activities will be combined with SPORTS 4 FUN. Students will spend more of their day immersed in physical activities designed to increase their physical literacy skills and their cooperative team playing to enhance their skill and enjoyment of the activity. Classroom activities will be designed to engage students through hands on projects to enhance student's curiosity in the areas of Science, Technology, Math, Language, and the Arts.

Grades 1, 2, 3: Introduce your young learner to our co-curricular workshops slowly and gently. Consider signing your child up for a half-day option (morning, afternoon) or full day option. Students will participate in classroom activities and physical activities in both morning and afternoon sessions.

Parent Sessions: Parents, considering starting your day with us with coffee and conversation. Stay for a short presentation on a trending topic in the area of home education. You are invited to stay for as short or long as your day allows. Enjoy coffee and conversation with fellow home school parents. Toddlers are always welcome!

Please bring or wear gym appropriate foot wear, students without may be asked to sit out of gym for safety reasons.

Registration will commence for Traditional Home Education Students 2 weeks prior to the class start.

Please bring a lunch; there will be no access to heat the lunches up - NO NUTS PLEASE.

DROP OFF AND PICK UP AT THE TOP OF THE STAIRS, AT THE LARGE DESK OUTSIDE CLASSROOM AREA.

We look forward to seeing you there.

WHERE: FIRST ALLIANCE CHURCH, 12345 40TH STREET SE, CALGARY
WHEN: Wednesday, May 24
TIME: 9:50am - 10:00am drop off, classes run from 10:00 am-2:50 pm.
Pick up 2:50pm
WHO: CFL Students Gr.1-9
COST: = Students in Online, Print-Based or Shared Responsibility programs = Complimentary
Students in a Home Education (Traditional) program = $20.00

Click Here to Register

Fun Free Virtual Writing Workshop on Persuasive Writing

If you’re looking for a great boost to essay writing, you are welcome to register for author Sigmund Brouwer’s free introductory half-hour virtual class on Monday, March 6 at www.storyninjawritingclasses.com/cfl. Students find the classes engaging and motivating and will learn principals to apply to all persuasive writing. Classes are offered for various grade levels. If you miss the live virtual class, your registration gives you access to the recording of the class.

About Sigmund: With over four million books in print in multiple languages, Sigmund Brouwer is the award-winning and best-selling author of dozens of titles for kids and grown ups. Since 1990, he has reached over a million students with in-person and virtual presentations across the United States and Canada, and has been a literacy consultant for multiple school boards

CHRIST THE REDEEMER CATHOLIC SCHOOLS - FIELD TRIP PROCEDURES

Please note, some activities replicate a classroom setting (example: teacher led co-curricular classes) and in such situations, the Field Trip Supervision Ratios will not apply. Ratios similar to a traditional classroom will apply.

The CFL welcomes parents to participate in activities and events whenever possible. Some events require a parent supervise every participant; other events/venues restrict parent participation. The role of the parent is included in each event description. Please see below for an explanation of the rational.

1. Parent Participation is Mandatory

In this scenario, the students will require one on one assistance to complete the task or the venue has asked us to have a parent with each child. A CFL staff member will be there to assist the event leader, check in students and parents, and obtain the activity waiver forms.

2. Parent Participation is Voluntary

In this scenario, the parents are welcome to stay and participate, or release their student(s) to the care of The CFL staff and approved volunteers. The ratio of adults to students is in accordance with Christ the Redeemer Catholic Schools’ policy (below). If the parent elects to drop their student(s) off, they must deliver the student(s) to the school staff member at the event to check them in and sign the activity waiver. At the end of the event, the parent must collect the student(s) from the school staff member at the specified time and ensure the staff member knows the parent has arrived to pick up the student(s). Please do not drop your student off at the door or plan to pick them up outside.

3. Parent Participation is Restricted or Not Allowed

In this scenario, the host venue has asked that parents not participate either due to the nature of the event (i.e. swim lessons) or because of limited space. The Centre for Learning@HOME will provide supervision according to the supervision standard set by Christ the Redeemer Catholic Schools. Parents may be able to watch from the sidelines (like in swim lessons) or drop the student(s) off and pick them up at the end of the program. When dropping off your student(s), please deliver the student(s) to the school staff member at the event to check them in and sign the activity waiver. At the end of the event, the parent must collect the student(s) from the school staff member at the specified time and ensure the staff member knows you have arrived to pick up the student(s). Please do not drop your student off at the door or plan to pick them up outside.

If arrangements are made for someone other than the parent/guardian to pick up a student, please notify The CFL staff member, in writing, prior to the start of the event.

Student Accident Insurance helps to protect your family from these unexpected costs if your child is injured on school property during school-sponsored activities.

For more policy details or call 1-833-560-0527. Please note that the insurance agreement is between you and Student Accident Insurance.