Dear QEHS Parents and Guardians,
December is in full swing and QEHS is a vibrant and busy place. Last Saturday we hosted the Robotics Tech Challenge competition at our school. Ten high schools competed in a variety of robotics challenges. Our Knight’s team performed well, and they are off to their second competition this weekend at Lester B. Person School- good luck!
Our high school Student Wellness Action Team (SWAT) attended the CBE Well-Being Symposium at Mount Royal University along with all other CBE high schools to collaborate and create student well-being action plans. Next week, the Junior High SWAT team will attend the middle/junior well-being Symposium, and our students have been chosen to present our Well-being action plan to all of the other junior/middle schools in the CBE. This is a recognition of our students’ leadership and advocacy for creating a safe and welcoming space for all students to thrive.
Our School Results Report for 2024/2025, and School Development Plan for 2025/2026, has been posted on our website. Take a moment to review the celebrations connected to student engagement in their learning and the adjustments we are making for this school year to continue to improve. The data shows our students outperform the province on provincial achievement tests. Moreover, the data mirrors what I see every day, our students are connected, goal-oriented, and know that we have high expectations for them to succeed. They do so because of the strength of our personalized and inclusive learning community.
Looking forward to seeing you all next week at our high school open house (grade 9 parents) and CTS/Fine Arts celebration of learning. Have a great weekend.
Sincerely,
Jennifer Edmondson-Neily
Principal
Grad Committee
Bottle Drive Fundraiser: Please support our 2026 graduating class! We will be collecting refundable bottles and cans at the school during the QEHS open house on December 10 @ 6:00.
If you would like to arrange an alternate day to drop off bottles, please contact Lisa Meville (lemeville@cbe.ab.ca).
Senior High Movie Night: The Grad Committee is hosting a Senior High movie night! On December 16 there will be a movie in the senior gym after school at 4pm. Tickets will be available in the SGA starting in the week of December 8. Tickets are $5. Tickets include entrance, popcorn and a drink. All proceeds will support the grad class of 2026!
Student Services- Semester 2 Course Change Requests
High school students who wish to request an online course for semester two, please complete the following form: CBelearn Semester 2 Request Form. Come to Student Services if you have any questions or concerns.
Open House & CTS Fine Arts Night
Queen Elizabeth High School is the place to be on December 10! We’re excited to welcome both future and current families for an evening that showcases the best of our community.
6:00 PM — Open House Presentation for Grade 9 Families
Prospective high school students and their families are invited to join the QEHS administration for an overview of our high school programs, registration timelines, and helpful tips for a smooth transition into Grade 10.
At 6:45 PM, stick around for focused presentations on Advanced Placement and our Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) programming.
6:45 PM — School Tours & CTS/Fine Arts Showcase
At 6:45 PM, all prospective students and families are welcome to tour the school, explore our learning spaces, and meet our staff.
Current QEHS families are also invited to tour the building at this time to enjoy the incredible student work from our Fine Arts and CTS/CTF courses.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Culinary Arts
During the Open House/Fine Arts Night, our talented student chefs will be selling and showcasing their skills with an irresistible selection of homemade pies, artisanal tarts, soups, sauces, and rich, gourmet hot chocolate, all prepared and served by our very own up and coming chefs.
Guests will have the chance to:
✨ Purchase student-made treats
👩🍳 Tour our culinary classroom and lab spaces
🔪 Meet our culinary instructors and learn about course offerings
🎓 Learn how the program prepares students for careers in food service and hospitality
Whether you're a prospective student, a food lover, or a community supporter, this event is the perfect way to warm up your day and experience the creativity and passion behind our culinary program.
We can’t wait to welcome you—come hungry and leave inspired!
Yearbooks on Sale Now!
Please order directly from Josten’s https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A09700494
Customization available!
There are limited copies, deadline to order is February 27, 2026
No guarantee there will be any extra copies available after the deadline, don’t miss out!
Knights’ Helping Hand Fund
The season of giving is upon us, and we wish to highlight two optional opportunities for QEHS to support those in need in our community. Firstly, our Knight’s Helping Hand Fund, available through the Education Matters website, accepts online donations to support students who need help with basic needs such as clothing and food. Be sure to scroll down to access the Knights’ Helping Hands fund. Any money donated between now and Monday, December 15 will go to purchasing grocery gift cards for QEHS families in need. Alternatively, students can drop off a gift card, of any amount, by Monday, December 15 at the main office. Student Services and the QEHS leadership team will identify families in need and be sure that families receive gift cards before winter break. Thank you!
Stay Connected and Updated
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Reminder we are also on Instagram @qehsknights