🇮🇹🧀 Grade 3 students recently enjoyed a special hands-on learning experience as they explored an Italian family tradition of making cheeseballs! As part of the activity, students learned about Italy, practiced using cooking vocabulary, discussed kitchen safety, and followed a recipe to create their own delicious cheeseballs. The best part? Getting to enjoy the finished product together! It turns out we have quite a few budding chefs in Grade 3! A special thank you to Nana for proudly sharing her family tradition, teaching students about Italy, and passing along her cherished cheeseball recipe. Experiences like these help bring learning to life and create lasting memories.

Another fun week for BIE!

🦅 Our Grade 1 students had an unforgettable day exploring the wonders of wildlife at the Alberta Birds of Prey Centre in Coaldale! Students had the opportunity to observe eagles, hawks, falcons, and owls up close while learning about their unique characteristics, habitats, and the important role they play in Alberta’s ecosystems. The centre focuses on wildlife conservation, rehabilitation, and environmental education, helping visitors connect with nature and understand how living things depend on their environments. This exciting field trip connected directly to the Alberta Grade 1 Science curriculum as students explored the needs of living things, learned how animals adapt to their environments, and discovered ways people can care for and protect wildlife. Through hands-on experiences and engaging presentations, students deepened their understanding of the natural world and the importance of stewardship for Alberta’s plants and animals. A big thank you to the staff at the Alberta Birds of Prey Centre for providing such an educational and memorable experience for our students! 🦅🦉✨

🦬 Grade 3 Field Trip to Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump🦬 Our Grade 3 students had an incredible opportunity to visit Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump and deepen their understanding of Alberta's rich history and Indigenous cultures. Through hands-on learning, guided tours, and engaging exhibits, students explored how the Plains First Nations lived on and cared for the land long before Alberta became a province. They learned about the significance of the buffalo, traditional hunting practices, and the important role buffalo jumps played in sustaining communities for generations. This experience brought the Alberta Grade 3 Social Studies curriculum to life by helping students develop an appreciation for the diverse cultural traditions, histories, and contributions of Indigenous Peoples in Alberta. Students were able to make meaningful connections between classroom learning and the stories, perspectives, and ways of life that have shaped our province. We are grateful for opportunities that inspire curiosity, respect, and a deeper understanding of Alberta's past and present.