Week Ahead
February 23 | Kindergarten and Grade 1 Fluoride and Varnish |
February 24 | Report Cards Released on MyCBE/PowerSchool Picture Retakes |
February 25 | Pink Shirt Day – Students are invited to wear pink or their favourite shirt |
February 26 | Harkness on the Move |
February 27 | Non-Instructional Day - No school for All students |
Upcoming Important Dates
March 2-13 | Alien Inline Skating Residency |
March 5 | School Council |
Principal’s Message|
This week, we were suddenly thrown into a very cold spell. The temperatures dropped quickly, and we all felt the change! Cold weather can be uncomfortable and sometimes challenging. We can also see the cold weather as an opportunity.
Winter gives us the chance to build resilience. When students dress warmly, follow safety routines, and continue learning despite the cold, they are building responsibility and independence. The cold weather also gives us opportunities to explore seasonal changes, talk about weather in science, and enjoy fresh air in a safe way.
Just like in life, unexpected “cold spells” can happen. They remind us that we can adapt, stay positive, and support one another.
Please continue to send your child with warm winter clothing (coat, hat, mittens, boots, and snow pants if needed). Being prepared helps students enjoy outdoor time safely and comfortably.
Thank you for your continued support. Together, we can turn challenges into learning opportunities.
Warm Regards,
Lisa
Happenings|
The grade two students enjoyed a field trip to Telus Spark where they learned more about light and its properties.
Alien Inline Residency|
Thanks to the generous support of our School Council/Fundraising Society, our students will be participating in an inline skating residency from March 2-13. This is an opportunity for students to learn how to inline skate with experienced leaders.
Your child will be bringing home an acknowledgement of risk form. We ask that families complete the form and return it to the school.
Students will be provided with inline skates as well as knee, wrist and elbow protection. Alien In-Line provides certified helmets, but for best hygiene and comfort we suggest that each participant bring in their own certified helmet.
We look forward to this exciting opportunity.
Pink Shirt Day|
The Pink Shirt Day Story
In 2007, in Berwick, Nova Scotia, a new student was bullied because he wore a pink shirt to school. Two Grade 12 students wanted to help. They bought 50 pink shirts and asked other students to wear pink to support the new student.
The next day, many students came to school wearing pink. This small act of kindness started Pink Shirt Day.
Now, the last Wednesday of February is Pink Shirt Day in Canada. On this day, we stand up against bullying. We show kindness, inclusion, and respect for everyone. Many countries also have special days to talk about bullying and how to stop it.
Next week, on Wednesday, February 25, we invite all students to wear pink to show their support for kindness and anti-bullying.
If you would like to learn more, you can visit:
Thank you for supporting kindness in our school community.
School Council/Parent Society Notes|
If you are interested in finding out more about School Council/Parent Society, please look under the Get Involved tab on the School Website.