ANNOUNCEMENTS: Monday March 3rd,2025: WEEK #2; CYCLE DAY F
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, whose histories and legacies have contributed to Nova Scotia for over 400 years.
Upcoming Dates/Reminders:
March Break - March 10 - 14th
Assessment and Evaluation Day - March 7th (No School)
Library
Students, please be aware that eating in the library is a privilege. Failure to pick up your garbage and disrespecting our space will result in you having to find an alternative eating area.
Bookbags
Just a reminder that students shouldn’t be carrying their book bags to gym class…even if it is before lunch or fifth period. Students should not be going to their lockers between classes. We need to do better at this.
Library Club
Library Club is having a colouring contest! Come down to the library and grab a colouring sheet. Submit your Spring colouring page by March 19th for a chance to win a prize!
Best Buddies
Will take place on Thursday of this week..
Badminton
Monday Lunch Gr. 9s
Wednesday 230-5 Junior and Intermediates
Thursday Lunch Juniors
Flag Football -Flag football tryout times have been posted outside of the gym.
Grade 9 Monday March 3rd
Girls 2:30 - 4:00pm
Boys 4:00 - 5:30pm
Grade 8 Tuesday March 4th
Girls 2:30 - 4:00pm
Boys 4:00 - 5:30pm
Grade 7 Thursday March 6th
Girls 2:30 - 4:00pm
Boys 4:00pm- 5:30pm
Grade 9 Section:
Grade 9 Grad Photos
Harvey Studio Photographers will be here at Astral from Monday, March 3rd to Thursday, March 6th for Gr.9 Graduation pictures. Your time slot has been posted on the window of the main office. Please pay attention to your date and time, as some classes are spread over 2 days.
Yearbook
It's that time of year again, Grades 9’s The yearbook club is looking for baby pictures of our Grade 9 graduates. The photo needs to be a digital original and not condensed from social media sites. Please send your picture along with your name and homeroom to Mr. Lukenda through email or Google Drive. (dlukenda@gnspes.ca)
Grade 9 Citizenship Award
Grade 9 Students – Are you ready to showcase your leadership skills and commitment to service? The HRM Citizenship Award is now accepting applications, and we want YOU to consider applying!
This prestigious award recognizes students who exemplify outstanding qualities of leadership within our school and community. If you're someone who takes initiative, inspires others, and actively contributes to making a positive impact, then this award is for you. Please pick up an application from Ms. Lannon’s office and submit it by Wednesday, March 19th. Applications will be reviewed by school staff, and one outstanding applicant will be selected for recognition.
Don't miss this opportunity to be recognized for your contributions and dedication to our community!