October 16 Announcements

ANNOUNCEMENTS: Wednesday, October 16, 2024: WEEK #1; CYCLE DAY C

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:

October 18 - Picture retake day 

October is Mi’Kmaq History Month October is Mi'kmaq History Month in 

Nova Scotia. The goal of the month is to help Nova Scotians build awareness of Mi'kmaq history and heritage, and to increase understanding of the province's rich Mi'kmaq culture.

Picture Retakes 

Will take place October 18th.  Please note that you MUST make an appointment with Harvey Studios in order to get your retake done.  E-mail school@harveystudios.ca

Girls Volleyball

The girls volleyball team will practice after school today from 4-5:30.

Girls Intramural Volleyball Tournament

All the girls who tried out for the girls volleyball team have been placed on a tournament team that is posted outside of the gym.  Games will take place on Mondays and Thursdays at lunch and after school on Mondays and Wednesdays. The schedule has also been posted outside of the gym.  If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Mr. Lukenda

Library Club

It is time for the annual Pumpkin Colouring Contest!  Come to the Library to get your pumpkin outline and create your own design.  The winners will be announced on Halloween.

Movie Club

Do you like watching movies? Looking for a quiet place to eat your lunch with friends each Friday? Join Movie Club in Room 135! We’ve extended our sign up deadline until the end of the month.

Intramurals

The girls flag football tournament will begin today at the beginning of lunch hour. Be sure to check the schedule on the bulletin board outside the gymnasium.

Lates

We are noticing a large amount of students coming into the building in the morning and afternoon late to school. A reminder that the morning bell goes at 8:30am (for students to be in class) and the afternoon bell is at 12:25pm (for students to be in class at 12:30pm). Late detentions will be starting next week - Friday’s afterschool, for students with three or more lates per week. 

Safety Reminder

Community members watch for students at the crosswalks. For your safety please remember to use the crosswalk when traveling to and from school.