Grade 1
Is Winter Over Yet?…not at CGS!
Slightly warming temperatures and the little bit of snow we’ve had hasn’t dampened our excitement for Winter as it relates to our current units of study. Our Early Start children are progressing with their pre-reading and language skills through shared seasonal books. They began to verbalize their own creative story from observation during a 1:1…
Read MoreWhich Club Did You Choose?
CGS Term 2 Clubs started this week! Which did you choose? Boxercise or Ballet? Comic Book Creating or Directive Drawing? Multi-sport, Principal’s Club or Drumming and Games? The best way for our children to discover their strengths and develop their interests is to experience a wide variety of activities. Each term CGS offers a…
Read MoreEmbracing Wellness
In the hustle and bustle of academic life, it’s easy to overlook the importance of mental health and well-being. Recognizing this, CGS dedicates an entire day each term to prioritize the mental well-being of our students and staff. The result? A resounding success that leaves a lasting impact on the entire school community. All of…
Read MoreCGS Cross Country Day 2023!
The air was filled with energy and excitement as the CGS students of grades 1, 2, and 3 embarked on their cross-country adventure at Sherwood Park. It was a day filled with determination, enthusiasm, and beaming smiles as our young athletes displayed their remarkable CGS sportsmanship and spirit! The event was a testament to the…
Read MoreIt was a Ghoul-some Halloween!
What a thrilling and chilling Halloween Concert put on by our delightful Music teacher, Naomi, with our exceptional Early Start, JK and SK students. They filled the gym with so much halloween spirit with music, costumes, and wizardly fun! Our young performers showcased their talent with a variety of Halloween-themed songs, from “Monster Mash” to…
Read MoreMighty Grade 1 Learners!
It’s time for a another classroom spotlight. This week it’s our small and mighty class of grade 1 students! Our friends in grade 1 have been diving into some exciting educational adventures in their classroom! Through Phonics Stations, and intriguing Math and Social Studies activities, they have been enjoying exploring their grade 1 learning with Meghan. CGS believes…
Read MoreThe Votes Are In!
It’s been a nail biting and suspenseful week here at CGS with our Grade 1, 2, and 3 students embarking on a remarkable journey of leadership and learning as they campaigned all week for our Annual CGS Student Government Elections! In the world of elementary education, fostering leadership skills and democratic values is just as…
Read MoreAnd Away we “Gogh”!
This week our grades 1 to 3 went on an incredible adventure to the Van Gogh Immersive Experience organized by our resident art teacher Carrie! It was a day filled with colours, paintings, and so much fun. Imagine walking into a world where paintings come to life, where you can touch the colours and feel…
Read MoreFirst Day Fun for Back to School!
Can you believe school is back in session already for another year! We are so happy to have the energetic buzz back in our halls and classrooms. We know the first day of school can be full of lots of different emotions for new and returning students (and even parents). But we want to emphasis…
Read MoreWelcoming Back Our Returning Staff!
We are so excited to have such amazing group of individuals returning with us for another magical year at CGS! Even though some have been here for a while, we thought it would be nice for a re-get-to-know-you session with each of them as life is ever growing and changing! Please enjoy reading all about…
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