May 8, 2026 Principal Message

Admin Corner

Good afternoon, families,

Mental Health Week:

This week was Mental Health Week. It was a wonderful week for our students and staff to be mindful of the importance of our mental health every single day! Learning and literacy are great ways to keep our mental health in check! We know that so many of our students and staff enjoy curling up with a good book, reading a fun comic, listening to an audio story, or maybe taking in a podcast. There is lots of great information out there, and whether we are engaging in literacy for joy, to learn, or to laugh. 

We were lucky to have two great authors come to visit our classrooms this week. Matt Eicheldinger came to share and celebrate all the wonderful poetry battles we have had on our announcements this week. The students had a fun time connecting with this author (and teacher) during a virtual assembly. We were also fortunate to have an author, and the mom of one of our kinder students, Melissa Allan, visit us for an in-person assembly on Thursday. Her book, "Brave Like The Buffalo”, shares important Indigenous learning with our students and how to face adversity.  We have both authors’ books in our Library, or you can purchase them on Amazon here:

Holes in My Underwear: Over 100 Poems That Will Knock Your Socks Off

Brave Like The Buffalo

School Council Shout Out!

I want to extend a HUGE thank you to our amazing SCHOOL COUNCIL and FUNDRAISING SOCIETY. They often do a lot of work behind the scenes to help make our school and community a better place to be. They organize hot lunch, fundraisers, plan special events like our dance, and spread the good word about everything that happens within our school. We appreciate them so much. During our last school council meeting, the group voted to support a few really big initiatives in our school for next year. They approved funds to support the purchase of Kanga Pouches for our Grade 1s next year, as well as agendas for our school. They also provided funds to support Mathletics and Reading Eggs Subscriptions. We had some great dialogue about ensuring we push out how our parents can access these programs at home - they can be a helpful tool at home as well! 

Our next meeting is actually going to be our AGM - please mark your calendars for June 10th at 6:00. This is a great way to get involved in our school community. Please consider coming and taking on a position. A special thank you to everyone who stepped into a role this year, but a special thank you to Jessica, who is stepping away from Fundraising Chair as her last child is leaving Robina. Serena is also stepping away from the School Council Chair into a “past chair” role in order to support and mentor someone else looking to step into this role as her little one will be in Grade 4 next year. These ladies, along with all of our council, put in countless hours and thought into helping contribute to a warm, safe, and happy community. Thank you! 

As we wrap up an important week, please stay connected and be kind to those around you! We appreciate our Robina family and community more than you know!

Warmly,

Mr. Coffin & Mrs. Kirton

Celebration & Group Photos

Spring Photo Days Are Coming!

We're capturing special moments as Kindergarten and Grade 4 students celebrate big milestones—Kinders are moving up, and Grade 4s are moving on! Plus we will have a group photo for every class.  Only grade 4 and Kindergarten students will get an individual photo.

Kindergarten students will wear a graduation cap and hold a scroll (provided) for their individual photos.

• ➡️ Tuesday, May 19– K2 & K3 individual & group photos
•  ➡️ Wednesday, May 20 – K1 individual & group photos 

Grade 4 students can bring an item that represents something meaningful from this year—like ballet slippers, a book, or even a game controller!

• Grade 4 Celebration Photos will be taken on Wednesday, May 20.

Group Class Photos for all classes (except K1 and K2) will be taken on Wednesday, May 20

Family Wellness Night & Spring Concert

Join us on Wednesday, May 27, for a night that’s part open-house, part concert, and 100% fun! We’re opening up the school to show you exactly why your kids have been raving about our Wellness Days all year. It’s a great chance to hang out with other families, meet your neighbors, and celebrate the awesome work our students have been doing in music and wellness.

We’ll also be hosting 10–15 minute mini-concerts for each grade level throughout the evening.

You Pour Your Heart Into Our School—Let Us Pour You a Coffee!

Our school is powered by the kindness and dedication of our volunteers. On Wednesday, June 10, we want to celebrate you! Please stop by our coffee station between 7:45 AM and 8:45 AM for a complimentary breakfast treat and a warm drink.

Whether you’re rushing to work or heading home after drop-off, we hope this little "Pick-Me-Up" reminds you just how much we appreciate your "tea-riffic" support! It’s just a small way for us to say thank you for being the "premium blend" that makes our school community so special.

We want to say thank you to all of our volunteers who so generously gave their time and energy this year!  If you have come to the school to help out, gone on a field trip, supplied food or treats to the classes, photocopied, laminated, worked hot lunch, put away library books, read to kids, tied skates, or gone on a walk (you get the idea), we hope you can stop by for a little “Pick-Me-Up”:

• When: Wednesday, June 10 | 7:45 AM – 8:45 AM
• Where: The Front of Robina Baker
• What: Fresh coffee, tea, and muffins to-go!

Sweet Support for Robina Baker School!

We are thrilled to announce a delicious new fundraiser with Calmar Bakery! The Robina Baker Parent Fundraising Committee is hosting a donut fundraiser to support our school, and you won’t want to miss out on these fresh-baked treats.

The Details:

• Freshness Guaranteed: All donuts are made fresh the very morning of pick-up!
• Options: Choose between classic Glazed Ring Donuts or a Mixed Variety box featuring the bakery's best-sellers.
• Pricing: $20 per dozen (available in 1, 2, 3, or 4-dozen packs).

How to Order:

1. Fill out the officialCalmar Bakery Donuts Order Form.
2. Send your E-transfer to rbesfundraising@gmail.com (orders are only complete once payment is received).

Key Dates to Remember:

• Ordering Window: May 5th – May 20th
• Pick-up: First week of June (Stay tuned for specific timing!)

Northern Lights Paint Night is coming!

Join us for a magical evening of creativity, community, and colour at Robina Baker Elementary School!

May 25th

6–8 PM

$25 per person (proceeds support our new school park!)

No experience needed, just bring yourself and get ready to create your own stunning Northern Lights masterpiece

This is a family-friendly event, but please note: All children 8+ must be accompanied by an adult.

Spots are limited, don’t miss out on this fun night out while supporting an amazing cause!

Library Corner: 

• Lost Books: If you think one of your child’s books is lost, please let me know. The amount gets added to your PowerSchool account where you can pay it. If you find it back and you’ve already paid the amount, it will go as a credit on your account towards other fees. Thanks!
• Book limits for students are as follows:

            Grades PK, K and 1 - 1 book

            Grades 2 and 3 - 2 books

            Grade 4 - 3 books

• Please email me, not your teacher, if you have any questions or concerns about library items.  trudy.joosse@gshare.blackgold.ca   
•  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!
• Happy Reading!

Transportation registration for the 2026-27 school year is open! 

Early birds who register by June 30th:
- Save money through early bird discounts
- Guarantee a spot on the bus on the first day of school

To register: 
https://www.blackgold.ca/apply-for-transportation-Black-Gold-Students

Learn more about early bird savings: 
https://www.blackgold.ca/transportation-fees-and-info

Preschool Registration

Black Gold School Division is accepting registrations for Preschool in 2026-27.

When little learners need a little more - we're here! Every child grows differently. Our early intervention preschool programs provide specialized support so children can build confidence, skills, and a strong start to school.

If you've wondered about your preschooler's speech, learning, behavior, or development, a free screening can help you explore next steps.

For more information - including a link to a FREE developmental screening, visit our preschool website page, here.

Come Try Ringette! 

The Leduc & Beaumont Ringette Associations invite boys and girls ages 4–16 to a fun, co-ed, beginner-friendly Come Try Ringette event. No experience needed—just bring skates, a CSA-approved helmet, and gloves. Sticks are provided! It’s a great chance to learn new skills, meet friends, and experience one of Canada’s fastest-growing ice sports.

Register or learn more: https://cometryringette.rampinteractive.com/

Free Summer Camp

We are offering FREE Squirt Camp — a great 3-day introduction to camp packed with fun, adventure, and activities designed to create memories that will last a lifetime! 

Dates: August 5–7, 2026

Drop-off: 10:00 AM | Pick-up: 2:00 PM

Registration Deadline: June 18, 2026

Discount Code: FREEcamp (value: $125)

Website: Covenant Bay Squirt Camp

To secure their spot, families simply need to pay a $50 non-refundable deposit at the time of registration.

Spots are limited to 30 students, so we encourage families to register early. We would love your help spreading the word by sharing this opportunity with your students and their families. 

For more information or to register, please contact us at registration@covenantbay.ca.