Ernest Manning High School Weekly Rundown April 13 - April 17
Good morning Griffin families,
We begin the last quarter of the school year in earnest (or is it Ernest?!) this week. Report cards for Term 3 will be available for viewing and printing in PowerSchool on Tuesday, April 14 (tomorrow).
As a complement to all the detailed information found on the Ernest Manning High School website, here is your Weekly Rundown.
EMTV – EM DAILY Weekly
Please enjoy this week’s highlight reel from the daily EMTV student broadcasts here.
Ernest Manning official social media accounts are also online!
Instagram, X and Threads: emhs_cbe
CULINARY ARTS
Besides all of the fresh salads, sandwiches and sweet treats, our Culinary Arts students under the direction of Chefs Champ, Peña, and Chefs Robert and Gillian prepare delicious hot food items. This week’s menu is as follows:
Monday, April 13 - Fish Burger - Battered Cod on a Bun, Cheddar Cheese, Tartar Sauce, Tatertots
Tuesday, April 14 - Thai Coconut Chicken Curry with Fragrant Rice and Sauteed Vegetables
Wednesday, April 15 - Spaghetti & Meatballs, Caesar Salad, Garlic Toast
Thursday, April 16 - Lamb Souvlaki Platter - Marinated Lamb Shoulder, Rice, Pita, Side Salad, Hummus
EMHS SPRING PRODUCTION TICKETS ON SALE
Ernest Manning High School with Visual and Performing Arts Department presents:
Alice in Wonderland: A dramatization of Lewis Carroll's "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" and "Through the Looking Glass" by Alice Gerstenberg
Directed By: Mr. Pihlainen and Ms. Gallinger
A rabbit runs.
Curiosity follows.
When Alice chases the White Rabbit, she plunges into Wonderland—a twisted world where nothing plays by the rules and every corner hides something stranger than the last. Familiar characters appear in unfamiliar ways: a grinning Cheshire Cat, a chaotic Mad Hatter, and the dangerously unpredictable Queen of Hearts. In this darker Wonderland, nonsense feels a little more rebellious and curiosity might come with consequences. Step down the rabbit hole—things are about to get weird.
There are no content or language warnings
Runtime: 1.5 hours
Dates: April 14 - April 16, 2026
Time: 7pm
Cost: $16
Mad Hatter Tea Party
Picture Wonderland throwing a tea party after midnight and refusing to behave. Before the show, tumble down the rabbit hole for our Mad Hatter Tea Party, where elegance meets a little theatrical mischief. Guests will indulge in delicate pastries, savoury tea sandwiches, and oven-fresh scones served with a selection of teas—all prepared by our talented Culinary Arts program. It’s a deliciously curious way to begin your journey into our darker, punk-inspired Wonderland. Come hungry, bring your curiosity, and don’t be surprised if the tea party gets a little strange.
Date: Wednesday, April 15
Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Cost: $20
*Limited tickets.
2025/26 YEARBOOKS
Senior year, first year, or somewhere in between, your student’s story deserves to be remembered. Order our 2025-26 fairy-tale themed yearbook by April 27 to guarantee your copy and enjoy the best pricing! Link to order: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1114753
OFF-CAMPUS CORNER
Unique Pathways Applications
With any questions about off-campus opportunities, please email the knowledgeable, talented and highly approachable Mr. Chambers at mjchambers@cbe.ab.ca.
GRADUATION UPDATES
EMHS GRAD HOODIES – LAST CHANCE TO ORDER!!!!
Manning’s own souvenir grad hoodies are available for purchase until Tuesday, April 14, for only $55 using this link.
The cost of the Grad Hoodie/Crewneck will be added into your students MYCBE PowerSchool account (https://sis.cbe.ab.ca/public/home.html ) in the fees section within 1 business day of the order. Once the order is paid and processed you will receive an email that the order is completed.
GRAD SPRING FLOWER FUNDRAISER
The Spring Grad Flower Fundraiser is underway. If you would like to support and purchase some flowers for your garden, it would be greatly appreciated. We have planters, hangers, roses, perennials, herbs, etc. available here: cbeernestmanning.growingsmilesfundraising.com
Deadline to order is April 22 at noon. Pick up will be May 7 from 3:30-5 pm at the school.
GRAD LAWN SIGNS
Class of 2026 lawn signs are available to order now. Parents can log into their MyCBE PowerSchool account fees section to order ($20.00).
Orders are due April 30, with pick up on the same day as the flowers (May 7 3:30-5PM)
SUMMER SCHOOL COURSE REQUEST
Requests for Summer School courses – in person or online through the CBE – are now open. Please use this link to request a course for your child. Students are limited to one course in Summer School.
ATHLETICS WEEKLY RUNDOWN
Boys Soccer
- Sr Boys Soccer vs Western Monday, April 13, 4:30 pm @ Ernest Manning
- Sr Boys Soccer vs Bishop O'Byrne Wednesday, April 15, 4:30 pm @ Bishop O’Byrne
Field Hockey
- Sr Girls Field Hockey vs William Aberhart Tuesday, April 14, 5:00 pm @ University of Calgary
- Jr Girls Field Hockey vs Sir Winston Churchill Thursday, April 16, 4:00 pm @ University of Calgary
Rugby
- Sr Boys Rugby vs Bishop Carroll Tuesday, April 14, 4:45 pm @ Bishop Carroll
- Sr Girls Rugby vs Henry Wisewood Tuesday, April 14, 4:45 pm @ Ernest Manning
- Sr Girls Rugby vs Bowness Thursday, April 16, 4:45 pm @ Ernest Manning
Badminton
Divisionals (Singles) – Tuesday, April 14, 2026 @ 5:00pm (arrive by 4:00pm)
- Juniors @ Western Canada
- Intermediates @ Dr. E.P. Scarlett
- Seniors @ Sir Winston Churchill
Divisionals (Doubles) – Wednesday, April 15, 2026 @ 5:00pm (arrive by 4:00pm)
- Juniors @ Bishop McNally
- Intermediates @ Father Lacombe
- Seniors @ Ernest Manning
Divisionals (Mixed Doubles) – Thursday, April 16, 2026 @ 5:00pm (arrive by 4:00pm)
- All Levels @ Henry Wise Wood
Please follow our Athletics Instagram account, @EMHS.Athletics, for the latest updates on our teams and upcoming tryout information!
Ernest Manning has partnered with Hudl to livestream sports played in our home gym andr our home turf field directly to our very own Hudl x Ernest Manning fan website. On this site, you can find team schedules, highlights, and more information about our teams currently connected with Hudl.
Here is the link to the website: https://fan.hudl.com/can/ab/calgary/organization/22902/ernest-manning-high-school
FINAL EXAM SCHEDULE
As a reminder, the last day of official classes is June 9. Final exams for Grade 10 students occur before June 9, during regular class time. June 10-19, teachers prioritize opportunities for continued learning and reassessment for students. While attendance is not mandatory, teachers proactively reach out to all students to inform them of these opportunities:
- Credit rescue;
- Targeted support or intervention;
- Targeted assistance with assignment completion for specific outcomes.
Here is the final exam schedule for June 2026.
KEY UPCOMING DATES
April 14 – Term 3 Report Cards released for parent viewing in PowerSchool
April 24 – Non-Instructional Day – no school for students
May 11- EMHS Graduation – no school for students
June 9 – Last day of classes Semester 2
June 10-23 – final exam period for grades 11 and 12; continued learning and reassessment opportunities for all students
As always, if you have any questions or concerns regarding the Weekly Rundown, please contact the main office.