We are fortunate to have the wonderful Mr. Dan Doerksen as our liaison. He is always ready and willing to lend a helping hand. Whether you need assistance with paperwork or anything beyond the school,…
Our Easter Concert will be held on Monday, April 14, starting at 6:30 PM. We are excited to announce that, with our larger space, you are welcome to invite grandparents and other relatives. We look forward…
As we approach the end of the school year, we have set a date for developmental check-ups. This is for all incoming Preschool and Kindergarten students who have not yet attended school. Please bring your…
Together we can make a lasting impression on our students by providing them with learning spaces equipped with all the necessary equipment and supplies needed. We are asking parents who have extra equipment…
A big Thank you to all of our students, families, and staff for their tireless efforts, and displaying such grace as we continue to transition into our new JDS home in the Kate Andrews Education Centre.…
We are so excited to invite you to purchase John Davidson School apparel through our online store. Click the link to explore available apparel and to make a purchase! https://johndavidsonschoolonline2025.itemorder.com/shop/home/
Our Parent-Teacher Interviews are scheduled for Monday, March 17. We look forward to meeting with you and your child to review report cards and discuss your child's progress in school. The interviews…
We Strongly recommend that parents provide their children with a bike lock to secure their bikes during school hours. While we take every precaution to ensure a safe environment, we are aware that theft…
After many months of planning it has finally happened! John Davidson School students are now being served to the south west of our previous home in the spacious Kate Andrews Education Centre. We have…
Wow! It has been a great week with students in our new building! First of all, we would like to say a huge thank you to all of the staff and volunteers who have worked so hard to make our new space…
Families, you're invited to our open house on February 25, 2025 from 4:30 - 6:30 pm at John Davidson School at the Kate Andrews Education Center. Tours will be run every 15 minutes by Mr. Jack and refreshments…
We are delighted to invite you to a heartfelt farewell event at John Davidson School as we bid farewell to our beloved building where so many special memories were created. 11:30 AM - Farewell Assembly…
Notice to John Davidson Parents Regarding Appropriate Gym Shoes As we excitedly prepare to move into our new school centre, the Physical Education team will be introducing rules and guidelines to protect…
As many of you are already aware, our school day will start earlier once we move to the KA building. This change is due to the buses dropping students off directly at school, eliminating the need for…
In Matthew 18:21, the Apostle Peter asks Jesus an important question - “Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? Till seven times?” Maybe Peter thought that he had a good…
As I sit here typing out our next newsletter principal’s message it is hard to believe this will be my final time doing so from the long serving John Davidson site. This building brings me so many wonderful…
Wow! What a wonderful Family Christmas Breakfast this year! Thank you to everyone, especially Mr. Jack and Mrs. Guenther for all of your hard work and planning, and preparation to make this amazing…
You're invited to our 2nd Annual Family Christmas Breakfast! Families, come on out for a pancake breakfast at 8:30 am on Friday, December 20th! We can't wait to see you there!
Thank you to staff and students for a wonderful evening of songs celebrating the birth of Jesus this Christmas season! Students did a great job sharing the songs they have been working so hard on in…
Students and staff have been working so hard to prepare for our upcoming Christmas Concert on Dec. 16 at 6:30 pm (doors open at 6:10 pm). This is a wonderful evening where students sing songs in both…
November was a very busy month at John Davidson School. We were most grateful to see so many of you at the parent teacher conferences. This is such an important time to connect with our families. We were…
Don't forget that parent teacher conferences will be held on November 18th from 4-8 pm. Come on out to meet with your child's teacher!
Wow! What a great month of October at JDS! It was so wonderful to see so many students celebrated at our FISH Assembly today for their wonderful work on really putting the four FISH pillars into action!…
Mr. Dan Doerksen In Matthew 19:16-30 we have the story of when arich young ruler came to Jesus and asked him whatgood thing he should do to have eternal life. WhenJesus told him some of the commandments,…
As the leaves have changed color and winter lurksaround the corner (already a brief visit for us) ourstudents continue to work hard and are displayinggreat attitudes at John Davidson School. The FISH!Philosophy…
Dual Credit information for semester two is now available at www.palliseroffcampus.ca. The online info session is at 6:30pm Tuesday, October 15. Register for the info session at bit.ly/dualcreditinfofall2024. …
Wow! What a great start to the school year. September was filled with Mennonite Heritage week, fun "getting to know you" activities, Field Trips, the Terry Fox Walk/Run, and Orange Shirt Day! Thanks…
Picture Day will be on October 16th! Don't forget to bring your best smile!
Palliser School Division will celebrate the grand opening of our newest school, Coaldale Prairie Winds Secondary, on Friday, October 4, 2024. The community is invited to join us for public tours from…
Staff and students dove into their first week of school with excitement! Throughout the school, everyone was getting to know each other and engaging in all sorts of learning opportunities. We even had…
It's almost time to welcome families back into JDS! We can't wait to see you for our first day of school on Tuesday September 3rd!
School supply lists for all grades for 2024-2025 are now available in the office or under the "School Supplies" in the "Documents" tab on the website! Can't wait to see you in September!
Have a great summer JDS community! We look forward to seeing you again in September! Enjoy your rest and extra time with friends and family! See you soon!
Thank you to everyone who came out and supported our school community yesterday for the JDS Softball Tournament! It was fun to see such a great turn out and we look forward to hosting another again in…
Hard to believe, but we are down to our final month of the school year. I am so proud of the great things that have happened in our school this year and the amazing progress we have seen from our students!…
The Grad Garage Sale Fundraiser is fast approaching! Join us on Saturday to shop!
Our high school students are hosting a Spring Garage Sale on May 4th from 8:30 am - 1 pm. Proceeds will go towards graduation and end of the year grad trip. Donations are now being accepted!
Early Learning and Kindergarten Registration is now open. Please come by the office to register your child for programming next year. JDS developmental checkups are Wed. May 8 from 9 am - 1 pm. Drop…
Wow, it is hard to believe we are down to the final two months of our 2023-24 school year. It has been a tremendous blessing working with your children this year, my third as principal. I am very proud…
The JDS Easter Concert was a wonderful evening of Easter celebration! Thank you to our families for their tremendous support, students for your practicing and singing to the best of your ability, and…
No buses will be running on Monday, January 15th, 2024 as students and staff return to school. Please continue to help us protect your child from the elements by dressing them properly for the winter…
Due to extreme weather conditions, Palliser is closing all division schools on Friday, January 12, 2024. Classes will resume Monday, Jan. 15, 2024, unless otherwise posted. Stay safe and warm this…
We are very blessed to have been awarded this generous grant for $5000, so we can spread joy in our community through the purchase of skates and helmets to be shared among our students and families as…
Christmas Break runs from December 23rd - January 7th. Happy holidays, everyone!
Thank you to all those students, staff, and parents who have volunteered to participate in this committee and provide insights and ideas with a focus on the social-emotional wellness of our school community.
We welcome the families of our students to join us in a holy night of song and scripture as we honour the true meaning of Christmas. Doors open at 6:20 pm.
Any and all parents available are asked to attend and offer feedback about our school as well as help us make plans for the future.
Parent Council Meeting will be held on October 16th at 6:30pm
Mom's Meeting Please review the attached document noting some interesting learning opportunities offered by the County of Lethbridge Community Learning Council.
School picture day is on October 18th this year! Please review the photo packages we will be sending home, and dont forget to dress up!
Our First Fun field Trip will be on September 27th, please ensure that permission forms are in as soon as possible.
Our welcome back dinner will be held on Monday the 11th between 5 and 6 Pm. We hope to see our John Davidson Community in full as we kick off another great year! Parent Council Meeting Begins at…
Welcome Back to another great John Davidson Year! Classes begin September 5th after the Labour Day long weekend.
June 8 - Grade 1 & 5 Swimming Lessons Nicholas Sheran Pool in Lethbridge June 12 - School Council Meeting @ 6:30 pm June 13 - All Students - Year End Field Trip 9:00-2:30 Henderson Park & Pool June 14…
John Davidson School 2023-24 Assurance Framework Education Plan
April 21, 2023Notice to Parents of John Davidson School Alberta Health Services has been made aware of additional confirmed cases of pertussis that were inattendance at John Davidson School while infectious…
No Classes
Please join us the night of April 5th for our JDS Easter Program! Invitations will be going out prior to the event for more details.
March 2- High School- "On Track" Lunch March 3- FISH Assembly March 13- Parent Teacher Conferences March 17- PD Day No students
There is no school on January 30th, have a great long weekend!
Please join us for the parent council meeting on the evening of the 16th to discuss successes and improvements for John Davidson School.
Due to the change in weather and the beginning of Cold and Flu season, we have seen an increase in student absence due to illness. Please review the following information from Alberta Health Services…
Our annual Christmas concert will be held on the evening of December 15th at 6:30pm. Please join us for an evening of song and worship before Christmas break.
Harvest season may be over but at John Davidson we have new life in our lobby. In the heart of our school we have a tower garden that is blooming as the snow is starting to fall. This garden is an aeroponic…
Please join us on the evening of November 21st for our first round of parent teacher conferences. Schedules will be sent out prior to the meeting date but please feel free to contact the school with any…
We are hosting our welcome back BBQ on September 6th from 5-6:30pm. The first School Council Meeting will be held directly after @ 6:30 We hope to see you all there!
Our English language program will begin on September 6th. If you have any questions please contact the school or check in with the office.
We hope everyone has had a fun summer! Our first day back for grades 1-12 will be August 30th, with Kindergarten starting on the 31st.
On June 23rd the Jr. High and Highschool students will be going on a field trip to Callaway park. Please ensure students have turned in their permission paperwork and fee prior to the day we leave. …
Monday June 27 (4:30-7 pm) - Year end celebration for all current and former JDS students and their families. Dinner, activities, games, bouncy house, obstacle course inflatable, slide show, and a look…
On June 1st students will from grades 1-6 will be going on a field trip to the Calgary Zoo. Please insure all permission paperwork is completed ahead of time. If you have any questions please call the…
Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on the evening of March 21st. Appointment notifications will be sent out the week prior with selected appointment schedules for grades 1-6, and all other grades…
Call to book a free appointment for a free early learning (kindergarten and Pre-school) developmental check up! These check ups are fun and informative to help teachers and parents learn what kind of…
2 performances: Early Learning to Grade 3 @ 6 p.m. AND Grade 4-12 @ 7 p.m. Due to AHS COVID Guidelines the following protocols will be in place: Only parents and younger siblings (Baby to age 4)…
Great conversations with parents discussing faith, education, and programming priorities at JDS. Feedback gathered, being analyzed by administration and staff. Will share collective priorities with…
This years first parent teacher conferences will be held on November 15th. Students will be bringing home a schedule of appointments. They will be held in person at the school, and we will be following…
Our first parent council meeting will be on the evening of October 18th at 6:30 p.m. We will be meeting in the school gym and will be following all provincial health guidelines. We hope to see you there!
John Davidson School staff will be hosting a welcome back barbecue open to all students and their families on Monday, September 13th. We will have good food, games, and activities between 5:30- 6:30 pm.…
Students coming back for the first week will be staggered to help with the transition to the school. Students in Kindergarten to Grade 3 will only need to attend Wednesday September 1st in week one. …
Would you like to register your child at JDS? Drop by to fill out forms. Bring your child's birth certificate! We can't wait to meet you!
Classes start 8:15 1st recess at 10:00 Lunch 12-12:40 2nd recess at 2:05 Classes end at 3:40 *Classes end Friday 12:30