June 25, 2025 Principal Message

Hello Robina Families, 

As we come to the close of another wonderful year at Robina Baker Elementary, I am filled with gratitude and pride. This year, our staff embraced the challenge to lean in—to try new things, explore new ideas, and grow as educators. In doing so, they created incredible opportunities for student growth, and the results have been inspiring.

Our students, from our youngest learners in Pre-K to our Grade 4 leaders, have shown the true spirit of learning. Whether they were beginning their reading journey, learning through play, or becoming more confident readers, writers, and mathematicians, their curiosity and determination shone through. We celebrated their growth not only academically, but in character as well—living out the values of the Seven Sacred Teachings that guided us during our assemblies and daily interactions.

Beyond the classroom, this year was filled with memorable experiences that help make school such a special place. From exciting field trips and inspiring guest speakers, to floor hockey tournaments, collaborative art projects, wellness days, nutrition days, and of course, our much-anticipated annual winter concert—these moments have created lasting memories for our students and staff alike.

We are so fortunate to have the support of our wonderful families and community. Together, we continue to make Robina Baker a place where children feel cared for and inspired to do their best.

As we say goodbye to our Grade 4 students, we wish them all the best on their next adventure at Riverview Middle School. We are confident that the spirit of Robina will live on in each of them, and we hope they always know they are welcome back to visit us anytime!

Next year will bring lots of new beginnings, and we are excited for the journey ahead. You can find more Summer Information below and on our website. The office will reopen on August 20th, and you can expect to hear from the school before August 22nd regarding class placements. Finally, please mark your calendars for August 25th - we will have our annual Welcome Back BBQ at 4:00 PM.

Thank you for a fantastic year—I look forward to what we will accomplish together next year!

Mr. Coffin

Summer & September Info

Whether you're wondering about report cards, registration, or school start dates, we’ve gathered everything you need to know for summer and September right here.

📧 Summer Contact – Reach Principal Jared Coffin at [email protected]. Voicemail (780-987-3705) will also be checked periodically.
📄 Report Cards – Available on PowerSchool starting June 25 at 3:00 PM.
🧒 New Student Registration – Online through the Black Gold website. Office reopens August 21.
📆 First Day of School – Wednesday, August 27, 2025.
🍔 Welcome Back BBQ – Join us on Monday, August 25 at 4:00 PM!
📚 School Supplies & Class Info – Check the website for supply lists and watch for teacher welcome emails in late August.
🧒 EIPK & Kindergarten – Staggered entry begins August 27.
🚍 Transportation – Visit blackgold.ca/apply-for-transportation-Black-Gold-Students for info and applications.
📱 New! SafeArrival App – Coming for the 2025–26 school year to report absences and stay connected.

For the latest updates, check back here and follow us on Facebook!

Next Year's School Supplies

It might feel early to think about next year's school supplies, but School Start is offering early order incentives. Order now and avoid the panic of July's back-to-school rush, so you can just keep enjoying your summer.

School Supply Info

Coming This Fall: A New App for Parents!

We’re excited to introduce a new app for families to use starting in the 2025–26 school year! With the SafeArrival App, you’ll be able to report absences, view messages sent through SchoolMessenger, and manage your communication preferences—all in one convenient place.

For parents who have been using Robina Baker’s Absence Form, this app will replace that process. You’ll now be entering attendance directly into PowerSchool.

While the app will officially launch in the fall, you can download it now and connect your account to your PowerSchool account to be ready ahead of time!

Raptor Spirit Wear Call-Out!

Do you have gently used Raptor tees, hoodies, or other spirit wear kicking around? Maybe your child has moved on to Riverview or even John Maland and you're ready to part with their Robina Baker gear?

We’d love to give those items a second chance!

Please consider donating any gently used Raptor Spirit Wear to the school. In the fall, at our Welcome Back BBQ, the Parent Council will host a Pre-Loved Spirit Wear Sale—with items available for just a loonie or two!

It's a great opportunity for new families or students who haven’t had the chance to grab some gear to show their Raptor pride!

Drop donations off at the school office anytime. Thanks for helping us spread the spirit!

Summer 50-50 Raffle June 25

🎟️ Support the Park Rebuild – Enter Our Raffle! 🌳
We’re excited to share plans to rebuild the beloved park beside Robina Baker’s 1949 building—a space for all students to play, grow, and thrive!

By purchasing a raffle ticket, you’re directly supporting new playground equipment, safer surfaces, green spaces, and inclusive features for every child.

🎉 Plus, you’ll be entered to win a cash prize!

✅ Every ticket supports our students
✅ Every dollar builds a better future
✅ Every child deserves a place to play

Let’s bring this vision to life—one ticket at a time. Thank you for your support!

2024-2025 Fundraising Income

2024-2025 Fundraising Donations to RBES

• It has been a pleasure to work with your children this year! They are enthusiastic about books and reading which is so heart-warming! Keep up the good work! Thanks also for helping your child keep on top of library book returns. It’s appreciated!
• Overdue - All books will now be considered overdue. If you received a notice today, there are still outstanding books on your child’s account. Please return as soon as possible. 
• Lost Books - Books that have not been returned by the last day of school will be marked as lost and the amount will be put on your Powerschool account. Please be assured that if the book is found after that time, the amount will be taken off, or if you have paid, credited to your account. 
• Please email me, not your teacher, if you have any questions or concerns about library items.  [email protected]   

 Amazon Wishlist. We have a wishlist for the library!  If you would like to buy one of these books for the library, please don’t forget to have Amazon send us a gift note with your name on it.  I like to acknowledge the person who purchased the book.  Thanks!