Reed Ranch School

10/05/2026

Reed Ranch students observed Orange Shirt Day by exploring the words, “Every Child Matters”. They each wrote down ways that they matter to our school community on an orange strip of paper and we created a huge chain! We all matter…and we are all connected and important. Additional age appropriate learning occurred within classrooms earlier in the week. Thank you to Ms. Cranston for organizing this activity for students!

10/02/2026

Grade 5 and 6 students have been practicing their observation skills in nature. After the discovery of a salamander while out on a walk, students spent some time journaling what they noticed, wondered, and were curious to explore further.

Each student created their own research question, gathered facts from reliable websites, and summarized their findings in their own words. Once the morning of discovery wrapped up, their little salamander friend was safely returned to where he was found!

10/02/2026

We are behind on our social media posts with Ms. Bennett away, but that does not mean we don’t have lots to share about what’s going on at Reed Ranch! Here are a few highlights from the month of September!

08/24/2026

First Day of School Aug. 31 for Gr. 1-6 and then Sept. 1 we welcome our Kinders.!

08/08/2026

First Rider Event is next week in Olds if anyone is interested in helping their little ones on the bus.

Children and their parents are invited to participate in the annual First Rider event, which introduces young children and their parents to school bus safety. The First Rider event starts August 11th, is free to attend, and is based in four Central Alberta communities: Red Deer, Olds, Rocky Mountain House and Drayton Valley. More details at https://www.cesd73.ca/about/news/post/first-rider-program-to-teach-bus-safety-before-the-new-school-year.

06/25/2026

It’s a wrap for this school year! Happy summer from Reed Ranch students and staff!

06/25/2026

On the last day of school the grade 1/2 class made underground designs on how to escape the school!

06/24/2026

Reed Ranch School had a full day of learning and fun at our dairy farm tour on Tuesday. We visited both Vanden Broek Farms, giving us the opportunity to see a rotary milking parlor, and a robotic dairy operation. To top off our visit, a calf was born during our visit! Thank you Vanden Broek families for being the best hosts!

06/19/2026

As part of our social studies unit on government, the grade 3 and 4 students welcomed our School Board Trustee Kathy Kemmere, and local county councilor Jennifer Lutz to come and speak to us. Students learned about our school division and what the role of trustees are, and about county governance and the importance of voting and running for positions. A big thank you to these ladies for coming out to speak to our kids!

06/18/2026

A big thank you to our Parent Council for the delicious ice cream treats after our last swim lesson at Olds Aquatic Centre! Our students worked hard in the pool, and the sweet surprise was the perfect way to celebrate their accomplishments. We appreciate your generosity and support!