February Calendar/Newsletter
Posted on Jan. 27, 2023Feb 2023 Calendar Feb 2023 Newsletter
News
2022
Huntsville Gear is Back
Posted on Aug. 29, 2022To purchase Huntsville Gear or Mennonite Heritage Week shirts click on the following link: Custom Huntsville Gear
2021
2021 Huntsville Christmas Concert
Posted on Dec. 16, 2021Click on the blue words below to watch the Christmas Concert Christmas Concert Video
Year End Newsletter!
Posted on Jun. 25, 2021Here is our final newsletter for the year. It includes class configurations for next year and some announcements. Staff at Huntsville School wish you all a great summer and we will see everyone again…
Parent Information - May 5th
Posted on May. 6, 2021Please read the following letter from Huntsville School regarding the May 4th government announcement. If you have any questions, please call the school. HVS Parent Letter May 5
Low-German Mennonite School Information - English
Posted on Apr. 19, 2021Please see the video for information about Palliser School Division's Low-German Mennonite Schooling in English.
Low-German Mennonite School Information - Low-German
Posted on Apr. 19, 2021Please see the video attached for information about LGM schooling in Palliser School Division.
Class of 2021!
Posted on Mar. 24, 2021The Grade 12s were able to show off their grad hoodies today! And our first class of 2021 group picture!
Introduction to our High School Career Practitioner
Posted on Feb. 24, 2021Hello Parents & Students, I am Seanna Uglem, the Career Practitioner at your school! I just wanted to introduce myself and let you know more about what I can do for you. I am passionate about helping…
Early Learning Registration
Posted on Feb. 9, 2021Early Learning Registration has begun for next school year, please call the school for more information and to register a child! Translated to Low German
January Connection Friday
Posted on Jan. 25, 20212020
Huntsville Christmas Concert 2020
Posted on Dec. 16, 2020Connection Friday - October Video
Posted on Oct. 23, 2020See the video below to see what we did on our October Connection Friday! Thanks Ms. Easthope for the video!
October Update
Posted on Oct. 8, 2020Staff and students are in the swing of things at Huntsville School. Here are some quick updates to keep in mind! No School - Friday, Oct 9 (Staff only day) No School - Monday Oct 12 (Thanksgiving)…
Should my child stay home?
Posted on Sep. 10, 2020The school division has created a document to help parents decide whether or not to isolate for 10 days, or if they can come back when symptoms go away. Please use this document as a reference!
September Parent Newsletter
Posted on Sep. 4, 2020Click here to view our September start up Newsletter.
Daily COVID Symptom Checklist
Posted on Sep. 4, 2020Please use this checklist to check your child's health before sending them to school.
Start Up
Posted on Sep. 4, 2020We have had a great start up week at Huntsville School and are so excited to be in the new building. It's great to finally come together again as a community and school. Students and staff have eagerly…
Grad Feature: A ‘Come-Back’ Story - Maria Dyck
Posted on Jun. 26, 2020PICTURE BUTTE, AB Like many students, Maria Dyck was torn between holding down a full time job and wanting to finish high school. But this hardworking and very independent young woman would show everyone…
Grad Feature: Ice Wall Climbing & Beyond - Sefora…
Posted on Jun. 26, 2020PICTURE BUTTE, AB Sefora Friesen is an avid outdoors fanatic with a new and feisty attitude towards her future. Sefora Friesen’s educational journey began at Huntsville School, then she homeschooled…
Grad Feature: Eyes Open to Higher Education - Christina…
Posted on Jun. 26, 2020IRON SPRINGS, AB Christina Penner is a very artistic, musical and ambitious young woman. She stands out as one of the first Huntsville students to complete the Unit Clerk dual credit program through…
Saying Goodbye to Huntsville
Posted on Jun. 26, 2020See attached video saying goodbye to our old Huntsville School!
“Courageous Enough to Knock”
Posted on Jun. 25, 2020Our Huntsville Graduation class of 2020 selected the quote, “The doors will be opened to those courageous enough to knock.” as their graduation theme. This quote speaks strongly to experiences of…
Front Lawn Graduations
Posted on Jun. 25, 2020We are so proud of our three 2020 graduates, Maria Dyck, Christina Penner and Sefora Friesen, who have shown exceptional dedication to their academic studies. These students are outstanding citizens who…
Water Fun Farewell
Posted on Jun. 25, 2020To wrap up the 2020 school year, Huntsville staff and families met at the Iron Springs playground for…
Summer Job Opportunity for Students - June 26th Deadline
Posted on Jun. 21, 2020Tradesman Manufacturing in Lethbridge is looking for 8 summer student workers to begin in July. Check out their website to learn more about their business and to see if this would be a good fit for you.…
COVID-19 Phase 2 Information in Low-German
Posted on Jun. 12, 2020Please view the video recording for the most recent news on COVID-19 and Phase 2 information. This is the link to the government website for more information: https://www.alberta.ca/release.cfm?xID=7256707F4ACA1-947B-6D61-82D5FA695DB863FB
Come Say "Farewell" to the Original Huntsville School…
Posted on Jun. 4, 2020The school building will be opened up to Huntsville Community Members on Friday, June 12 from 9am-12pm to say goodbye to the original Huntsville School building. See the attached poster for more details. …
Handwashing and Staying Healthy Video - in Low-German
Posted on May. 25, 2020Click the link below to see a video spoken in Low-German about proper hand washing and staying healthy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wsLNDFbZDIg
Presentations for Parents
Posted on May. 13, 2020The following physical and online presentations are available to parents - Taber and District Community Adult Learning is offering some free, short, online sessions meant to promote mindfulness and wellness…
Drive By "Hello" in Iron Springs
Posted on May. 7, 2020Huntsville staff are welcoming all parents and students to join us for a drive by "hello" in Iron Springs - Friday morning, May 8th. This will give all of us all a chance to wave and see each other from…
Click here to view our Easter Holidays COVID-19 Message
Posted on Apr. 7, 2020Information on COVID-19 for the upcoming Easter Holidays: Easter Messaging Script See video for the message in Low German.
Healthy Eating Information
Posted on Apr. 7, 2020See the attached information about how to make sure you and your family are eating healthy during COVID-19. Healthy Eating during COVID-19
Alberta and Canadian Government Help/Information
Posted on Apr. 6, 2020Click the following links to download and save the information: Alberta Government Help - English Alberta Government Help - Low German Canadian Government Help - English Canadian Government…
Help in Low-German
Posted on Mar. 30, 2020Please see the image attached for services and help in Low-German. Click the image to make larger.
Huntsville Students We Miss You!
Posted on Mar. 25, 2020Huntsville Staff have put together a banner to show students how much we miss them! Stay safe, stay healthy!
COVID-19 Response Update - March 16
Posted on Mar. 16, 2020The following is a message from Palliser Regional School Division Head Office Dear Palliser Families, We want to assure you we are working on plans to provide educational opportunities to your children…
March Updates
Posted on Mar. 5, 2020We are accepting registration for 2020-21 school year for Early Learners and Kindergarten aged students. Please call the school for more information. Developmental Check Ups will be on Monday, May 11th…
Palliser Regional Schools Information on COVID-19…
Posted on Mar. 5, 2020Please see the attached information about COVID-19. COVID-19 Parent Letter
Frisbee Rob Presentation
Posted on Mar. 2, 2020Here is Rob McLeod's vlog (video blog) on his day at Huntsville School on Feb 28th, 2020. Because we had our Pink Shirt Day on Friday, his presentation focused around kindness and resiliency. He spent…
February Updates
Posted on Feb. 5, 2020We are accepting registration for 2019-20 school year for Early Learners and Kindergarten aged students. Please call the school for more information. Sausage Fundraiser – order forms are due back by…
Spirit Day - Western Wear Day
Posted on Jan. 21, 2020On Friday, January 24th, students are encouraged to wear western gear! Shine those cowboy boots and belt buckles! Show us your coolest cowboy hats, plaid and blue jeans!
2019
Happy Holidays!
Posted on Dec. 20, 2019Huntsville staff wish all of our students and families happy holidays and a very Merry Christmas! School will return on Tuesday, January 7th, 2020. See you in the New Year!
Playground News - Grant Money!!!
Posted on Dec. 18, 2019Huntsville School and Arrowwood Community School have received grants from the Community Foundation of Lethbridge and Southwestern Alberta. See the press release here to read more.
Christmas Spirit Week!
Posted on Dec. 11, 2019Tuesday, December 17th - Red and Green Day Wednesday, December 18th - Pajama Day Thursday, December 19th - Festive Hat Day Friday, December 20th - Christmas Sweater or Festive T-Shirt Day We will…
Christmas Concert!
Posted on Dec. 10, 2019We will be celebrating Christmas at our Huntsville Christmas Concert on Thursday, December 12th. Performances by Early Learners, through to the Grade 6/7 class. Doors open at 6:00pm at Dorothy Dalgliesh…
Wanted: German Instructor
Posted on Dec. 5, 2019We are still looking to fill the German Instructor Position.This position will start in January & run until June. Please contact the school if you are interested in this position or if you are aware of…
Parent-Teacher Interviews
Posted on Nov. 21, 2019Reminder! Parent-teacher interviews are tonight from 4:30-8:30! Free child care will be provided by a few of our 8/9 and High School students.
Remembrance Day Assembly @ PBHS
Posted on Nov. 6, 2019On November 8th, students will be bused to Picture Butte High School to attend a Remembrance Day assembly. Students will be bused at 10am, with the assembly at Picture Butte starting at 10:30am. All are…
Field Trip - Taber Aquatic Centre
Posted on Oct. 10, 2019All Grades 1-12 will be going to Taber Aquatic Centre on October 29, 2019. If weather is good, we will leave for Taber in the morning and be at Taber Park for playground time and a picnic lunch. Students…
"Wear Your Favourite Colour" Day
Posted on Oct. 9, 2019Our first spirit day this year is "Wear Your Favourite Colour" day. On October 18th, staff and students are encouraged to wear clothing that is or contains their favourite colour!
Grade 6-12 Outdoor Tournament at Picture Butte Lion's…
Posted on May. 13, 2019Our Huntsville Howlers will be hosting a small school tournament at the Picture Butte Lion's park. The Howlers will compete against the Barons / Carmangay and John Davidson students in a range of sporting…
It's Exam Time in Jr. / Sr. High! Attendance is Important!
Posted on May. 13, 2019Students in grades 6-12 are preparing for and writing finals when they aren't participating in fun sporting events or field trips. As such, student attendance is strongly encouraged, so that students…
2018
Palliser's Student Leadership Conference
Posted on Nov. 20, 2018On November 14th, leadership students from Huntsville travelled to the University of Lethbridge for Palliser's Student Leadership Conference. Members of the high school leadership team prepared a presentation…
Elementary Garbage Clean Up at Huntsville
Posted on Nov. 19, 2018Mrs. Yanke and Mrs. Laturnus' classes did a big garbage clean up around Huntsville this month. The 3/4 and 4/5 students are doing a project / competition on biodegradable and recyclable materials. Together…
Lunch Clubs
Posted on Oct. 27, 2018Mindful Mondays Grade 1-12 students are invited to join Mrs. Gruninger Monday's at lunch recess to take some time to relax and breathe as we begin our weekly learning journey. Mindfulness is all about…
Grades 1-9 Swimming Field Trip
Posted on Oct. 26, 2018Grade 1-9 students are invited to a day of fresh air and physical activity on Thursday, November 1st. This is a day about health, wellness, and community building so there is no need to bring cell phones…
Huntsville's New and Improved Website
Posted on Oct. 25, 2018Our website will now be used as a primary means of communication between the school and its community, parents, students, and teachers. Future newsletters and notices will be posted to the website as…
Have a safe & fun Summer!
Posted on Jun. 14, 20182017
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!
Posted on Dec. 8, 2017No School from December 22, 2017 - January 7, 2018 See you on Monday,January 8, 2018
2016
Christmas Family Night
Posted on Dec. 7, 2016Huntsville Christmas Family Night - December 21st @ 6:30 pm
Parent Council Meeting
Posted on Oct. 14, 2016October 18th Parent Council Meeting @ 6:30 ALL WELCOME!
Happy Thanksgiving from Huntsville School
Posted on Oct. 14, 2016Tips for reading with your young readers this summer
Posted on Jun. 23, 2016Please watch the video here:
Happy Easter
Posted on Mar. 27, 20162015
Christmas Dinner
Posted on Dec. 14, 2015
Extra Kindergarten Day
Posted on Dec. 11, 2015
Huntsville Christmas Concert 7:00 pm
Posted on Dec. 9, 2015Meet the Teacher Night
Posted on Sep. 15, 2015Welcome Back!
Posted on Sep. 1, 2015
Final Celebration Assembly 1:00 pm
Posted on Jun. 26, 2015
FUN DAY!
Posted on Jun. 12, 2015
Last day for Early Learners
Posted on Jun. 10, 2015
Scientist in school - grade 1-2
Posted on Jun. 3, 2015
Easter Holidays - No School
Posted on Apr. 14, 2015
No School - Good Friday
Posted on Apr. 14, 2015
Report Cards Issued Today
Posted on Mar. 11, 2015
Hot Lunch - Enchiladas
Posted on Mar. 4, 2015
Celebration Assembly 8:35 am
Posted on Mar. 2, 2015
Grade 2 Host Assembly - Starts 8:35 am
Posted on Mar. 2, 2015
100th Day of School - wear 100 items
Posted on Feb. 24, 2015
No School - Family Day & Teacher's Convention
Posted on Feb. 16, 2015
No School for students - PD Day for staff
Posted on Jan. 30, 2015
School Council Meeting 6:30 pm
Posted on Jan. 13, 2015
Welcome Back to January 2015
Posted on Jan. 7, 20152014
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
Posted on Oct. 9, 2014No school Friday, October 10, Monday, October 13 and Tuesday, October 14. We wish everyone Happy Thanksgiving!
Welcome Back to School - September 2, 2014
Posted on Jun. 27, 2014
Awards Ceremony - June 26th @ 1:00 pm
Posted on Jun. 26, 2014
Hot Lunch & Fun Day - June 20th
Posted on Jun. 13, 2014Serving hot dogs and & watermelon (rollkuchen) Cost $4.00
May 12th - Developmental Check up clinic for all children…
Posted on May. 1, 2014Please phone Huntsville School to make an appointment 403-738-4522.
Easter Break
Posted on Apr. 18, 2014April 18 - Good Friday - No School April 21-25 - Easter Break - No School April 28 - PD Day - No School
No School - Monday, April 28 - Professional Development…
Posted on Apr. 17, 2014
Turkey Bingo
Posted on Apr. 2, 2014Parent Council Turkey Bingo Doors open 6:30 Bingo starts 7:00 pm
Rural & Farm Safety Day
Posted on Mar. 12, 2014
Extra Kindergarten Day
Posted on Mar. 7, 2014
Read Aloud Day
Posted on Mar. 5, 2014
No School - Professional Development- Friday, January…
Posted on Jan. 27, 2014No School Friday, January 31st. Professional Development Day for Teachers.
