CBE Connections
Welcome to the 2025-26 School Year
Welcome to CBE Connections
Whether you're starting kindergarten, joining us from another school division, or going into your last year of school, the CBE is excited to welcome you!
We’ve gathered the essentials to help you get started—important dates, setting up your MyCBE account, subscribing to school messages, supply lists, lunch supervision, transportation and more!
Joanne Pitman, Chief Superintendent
Message from the Chief Superintendent
A new school year is so exciting!
View a brief welcome message from Chief Superintendent, Joanne Pitman.
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Potential Labour Action
We recognize that uncertainty around potential labour action may be challenging for families. Any new information about potential labour action will be shared with families and posted to the CBE website as soon as it is available.
Get on Board | School Bus Transportation
Families are encouraged to review the Transportation Family Checklist to prepare for riding the bus to and from school.
Board of Trustees
Welcome to the New School Year!
For 140 years, the CBE has welcomed students to its schools. From the very first school to the 251 we have today, a lot has changed. But what hasn’t changed is our commitment to ensuring we have a strong and vibrant public education system that prepares students for life, work and continued learning. And you have an important role to play! Parents are an essential part of the school community, and the Board of Trustees is committed to working with you to ensure our legacy continues. We encourage you to get involved by volunteering, participating in school councils, connecting with your trustee and staying current with important news and events
Connect with Your Trustee
Plan to Vote in the Municipal Election Oct. 20, 2025
Did you know that school board trustees are elected at the same time as the city’s mayor and councilors? Nominations are open until Sept. 22, and you can see who is running on the City of Calgary’s election website. We encourage everyone who is eligible to come out and vote!
Voter Information
Community Partnerships Provide Backpacks for Calgary Kids
On Aug. 20, employees from CBE's Public Trust and fundraising partner, EducationMatters, along with the Calgary Police Youth Foundation (CPYF), CBE staff and generous donors, gathered to assemble 2,000 backpacks for CBE students. Donations are still being accepted for the backpack campaign at EducationMatters.ca. These funds will be used to provide backpacks and supplies to new students through the CBE Welcome Centre.
Measles and Back to School
The chief medical officer of health has provided resources and information about measles for Alberta families.
For School Councils
ASCA Membership Cost Covered by Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will pay for your annual ASCA membership. The term runs from July 1 to June 30. Take advantage of ASCA's resources and services!
Secure Your Membership Now
ASCA Calendar of Events
The ASCA website offers a calendar of events including a variety of participation opportunities for school council members and/or parents. These include:
- Workshops for school councils
- Online sessions for parents regarding various health and educational issues
- Event information for “special dates”.
CBE Connections is emailed every month to families to connect them more closely with what’s happening across our system.
