ANNOUNCEMENTS: Thursday March 6th, 2025: WEEK #2; CYCLE DAY I
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:
Assessment and Evaluation Day - March 7th (No School)
International Women’s Day - March 8th
March Break - March 10 - 14th
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.
Ms. McNeil’s room is not open at lunch.
International Women’s Day
Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. A world that's diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together we can forge gender equality.
International Women's Day (IWD) has been around for over a hundred years, as have many of the issues still impacting women's advancement. Since 1911, IWD belongs to all who care about women's equality. All who celebrate women's achievement, raise awareness about discrimination and take action to forge gender equality.
Flag Football -Flag football tryout times have been posted outside of the gym.
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 are here this week for Gr.9 graduation pictures. Students will be called down today to have your photos taken. Team/Group photos will also be taken this morning. You will be called down as a group.
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!
O2 program
Grade 9 students are reminded to submit their O2 applications to Ms. Lannon by the end of the day.