See our School Calendar for all of the dates and activities.

North Trail High School Updates

Good Afternoon Nighthawk Families,

There has definitely been a buzz in the air as the weather warmed up this week. Some of the excitement is also due to our upcoming graduation celebrations.

Please review the important updates below regarding graduation, student activities, and upcoming events. Please note that the school will be closed on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 due to the graduation ceremony.

Celebrations

Paws for a Cause

On the evening of Thursday, April 30, 2026, our school community came together for a truly special event as students showcased their hand-glazed ceramic mugs at the “Paws for a Cause” Silent Auction.

The creativity, care, and craftsmanship on display were incredible. Thanks to the generosity of our community, we raised an amazing $1,500 in support of the Calgary Humane Society.

Representatives from the Calgary Humane Society joined us with an information table and described the evening as:

“Such a wholesome evening.”

A huge thank you goes out to:

• Our Culinary Team and students for creating a fantastic pet-themed menu
• Student and staff volunteers who helped bring the event to life
• Everyone who attended and supported the fundraiser

Your support made all the difference.

Activities in the Building

Extended Trail Time — Monday, May 11, 2026

There will be an extended Trail Time homeroom for all grades from:

• 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM

As a result, Monday’s schedule has been modified and updated in MyCBE.

Regular attendance will be taken throughout the day. Students who are not present will be marked absent according to normal attendance procedures.

Extended Trail Time Activities

Grade 12 Trail Time Information — Monday, May 11

• Attendance is mandatory
• Graduation gowns and ceremony tickets will be distributed by Trail Time teachers
• Ticket requests have been approved up to a maximum of 8 tickets
• No additional tickets are available

Ticket Pick-Up Reminder

Unclaimed ceremony tickets from the May 11 rehearsal must be picked up from the NTHS Main Office by:

• Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 4:00 PM

Tickets may be collected by:

• The graduate
• A parent/guardian

A valid photo ID matching MyCBE information is required.

Additional Reminders

• CSSI students will follow their regular bell schedule on May 11
• There is no school for all students on Wednesday, May 13

Graduation Website

Graduating students can continue to access graduation updates here:

http://northtrail.cbe.ab.ca/graduation

This website will be updated regularly, so please check back often for the most current information.

Graduation Day Information

Morning Graduation Ceremony

Students must arrive before 8:00 AM to allow sufficient time for parking, walking to the venue, and check-in.

Important

• Doors will close promptly at 8:30 AM
• Late arrivals may miss instructions, lineup procedures, or the processional

Evening Graduation Banquet

Additional Notes:

• No re-entry permitted
• No additional tickets are available
• Photo ID is required for entry
• Only guests on the approved guest list will be admitted

Student Services Update

Course Drop Deadline

Monday, May 11, 2026 is the deadline for students to withdraw from a Semester Two course.

After this date, students are expected to remain enrolled in their classes for the remainder of the school year and, where applicable, complete diploma exams.

Bursaries for Graduating Students

Kiwanis Club of Calgary Northmount Bursary

The Kiwanis Club of Calgary Northmount will award:

• Two bursaries valued at $1,000 each

These bursaries recognize graduating students who demonstrate leadership and community involvement.

Eligibility Requirements

Students must:

• Be pursuing post-secondary studies in September 2026
• Demonstrate leadership and volunteerism
• Contribute positively to the school or broader community
• Provide proof of post-secondary acceptance

Additional Information

• Academic achievement is not the primary selection criteria
• Financial need may be considered
• Applications require a recommendation from a significant adult

Application Details

• Application forms are available on Student Services D2L
• Submission Deadline: Wednesday, May 20, 2026
• Submit applications to:
• • lemorgan@cbe.ab.ca

Canadian Forces Family Scholarship

This scholarship supports children or dependants of current or former Canadian Armed Forces members.

Scholarship Details

Applicants must also demonstrate:

• Leadership
• Volunteerism
• Community involvement

One letter of reference is required from either:

• A community leader
• A school official

Application Process

Students can apply through the Education Matters Student Award Application Portal.

Deadline

• Friday, May 15, 2026

Podcast Recommendation

Digital Distraction & Family Well-Being

A recent episode of Dr. Greg Wells’ podcast explores:

• Digital distraction
• Mental health
• Technology’s influence on family life

The episode shares practical strategies such as:

• Phone-free bedrooms
• Daily screen-time checks
• Replacing screen use with face-to-face connection

The podcast is available on:

• Apple Podcasts
• Spotify
• YouTube

Upcoming Dates