Good Afternoon Nighthawk Families,
Celebrations
As we begin April, there are a number of celebrations to acknowledge. This month is Sikh Heritage Month, a time to recognize the many past and current contributions of the Sikh community in Canada. April is also Autism Awareness Month, focusing on increased understanding, acceptance, and inclusion for individuals on the autism spectrum.
Global Languages and April Celebrations
April 23 marks the deaths of both Miguel de Cervantes, the 15th century author of Don Quixote, and William Shakespeare. This coincidence makes for a natural day to celebrate books and the languages that carry them. In the Spanish-speaking world, April 23 is Día del Idioma, a celebration of the Spanish language. Ask a Global Languages student for a book recommendation in French or Spanish this month!
University of Waterloo Math Competitions
Sixteen of our students wrote the Cayley and Fermat contests in February, and four of those students achieved Distinction. Earning Distinction on these contests is an outstanding accomplishment and reflects a high level of problem-solving ability and perseverance. Congratulations to all who participated!
Easter Holiday
There will be no school tomorrow due to Good Friday. Please note that there are regular classes on Monday. Have a Happy Easter!
Student Services Update
Grade 12 Scholarships
There is still time to apply for scholarships for next year. See D2L for more information. A new scholarship opportunity was just added:
CISDA Scholarship - The Calgary Italian Sportswomen's Diner Association (CISDA) is an organization dedicated to honouring young women of Italian heritage who have demonstrated excellence in academics, athletics, leadership, fine arts, and community service. They are pleased to present the 2026 CISDA Scholarship, which awards $5,000 to exceptional graduating female high school students who will be pursuing post-secondary education in the fall of 2026.
- Application deadline: Wednesday, May 20, 2026
- Recipients announced: June 2026
- More information: https://calgaryitaliansportswomen.ca
MC College Open House - April 17
Tour the campus, catch live demos, scholarship giveaways, and much more! RSVP at: https://www.mccollege.ca/open-house-rsvp
Community Events
Youth Volunteer Fair - The Health & Well-Being Committee of the Mayor's Youth Council of Calgary is committed to promoting mental and physical well-being through initiatives that engage and support youth in our community. We are excited to share an opportunity for students to attend the upcoming Youth Volunteer Fair, an event designed to connect youth ages 12-18 with meaningful volunteer opportunities across Calgary. The fair will bring together a variety of local non-profit organizations and community groups looking to engage young volunteers and share information about their programs.
Students will have the opportunity to:
- Learn about different community organizations and causes
- Explore volunteer opportunities that match their interests
- Connect with organizations looking for youth volunteers
- Gain experience in community service and leadership
- Date: April 25, 2026
- Location: Calgary Municipal Building, 800 Macleod Trail SE, Atrium
- Time: 2:00 - 5:00 PM
Upcoming Events
Leadership Bottle Drive - Leadership is hosting a Bottle Drive on Saturday, April 11, 2026 to help support our program and students attending an upcoming student leadership conference. Please bring your bagged bottles to the drop-off circle between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
Date | Event | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
April 3 | Good Friday | No School | |
April 17 | ACA Jazz Night | 6:00 PM | NTHS Moyis |
April 22 | Spring Team Photos | All Day | |
April 23 | Student Directed Drama Performances | 7:00 PM | NTHS Theatre |
April 24 | Professional Learning Day | No School | |
April 30 | PAWS for a Cause (Art and Culinary Event) | 6:00 PM | NTHS Moyis |
Follow Us Online
- Website: https://northtrail.cbe.ab.ca/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northtrailhs/
- Athletics: https://www.instagram.com/nths_athletics/