ANNOUNCEMENTS: Friday Sept 4th 2026, WEEK #1 ,Day E
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
We would like to acknowledge that we are in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaw people.
We would also like to acknowledge people of African ancestry have been in Nova Scotia for over 400 years.
Upcoming Dates/Reminders:
September 10 – Stand Up Against Bullying Day - WEAR Pink!
September 16 - Picture Day
September 24 – Curriculum Night 6-8pm
September 25 - Professional Development Day - No School for students
September 29 - Orange Shirt Day in honour of Truth and Reconciliation
September 30 - Truth and Reconciliation Day - No School
Scents - Perfume and Body Spray
Body Spray, perfume and scents are not permitted in HRCE schools. Students are not permitted to wear scents, please respect the learning environment and the needs of others.
Morning Safety - The Astral Bus Loop is new this year. Reminder to all students to use the sidewalk (not the grass side) walking down the street to the loop. Please do not walk through the loop as cars will be entering and exiting throughout the day.
Cell Phone Policy - Following the Provincial Cell Phone policy, students are not permitted to carry a cell phone or device on their person during instructional time. Instructional time begins at 8:20 when you enter the building. Cell phones and devices (including headphones) need to be put away and stored in your locker before you head to the first period. Students are allowed to use them during lunch.
Cross Country Season
Cross Country will begin next Thursday, September 10th after school. Please meet in the gym at 2:35pm ready to run RAIN OR SHINE. Students will be expected to sign up on the sign in sheet and further details about practices and race days will be provided. If you cannot attend please talk to Mrs. Carter.
Library Club
The very first Library Club meeting of this school year will kick off on Tuesday! Library Club runs every Tuesday from 2:30 to 3:00. If you have any questions about it, see Ms. Demers at lunch time.
Girls Soccer
Girls soccer tryouts will be on the following days:
September 9th 2:35-3:45pm
September 14th 2:35-4:00pm
Both days we will meet in the gym. Be prepared to play a full field. If you are unable to make a tryout, please see Mr. Elliott in the gym.
ADJH Canteen
The ADJH canteen will be starting up again next week. Stop by the office next Friday at lunch to purchase a treat!