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September 14-18th Week 1

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We would like to begin by acknowledging that we are in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq People

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We also recognize that African Nova Scotians are a distinct people, whose histories,legacies and contributions have enriched Nova Scotia for over 400 years.

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Nous reconnaissons que nous sommes à Mi’kma’ki, terres ancestrales non-cédées du peuple Mi’kmaw.

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Nous reconnaissons également que les Afro-Néo-Écossais forment un peuple distinct, dont l’histoire, l’héritage et les contributions enrichissent la Nouvelle-Écosse depuis plus de 400 ans.

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Students - we are a scent sensitive school.

No scented products

This includes laundry, deodorant and any other scent products both in school and on the bus

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Locker Use

Cell phones must remain in your locker throughout all instructional time.

Please ensure your locker is securely locked at all times, and do not share your lock combination with others.

Note that there will be a replacement fee for any lost locks.

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Ricky Bobby’s

Permission forms have been handed out to our Grade 8 and 9 students. Students are to remain on school property until the forms have been signed, returned to the office, and processed.

Students who do have permission are reminded to respect the community while off property.

Grade 9: Monday, Wednesday, Friday

Grade 8: Tuesday, Thursday

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Lunch ONLY in the Cafeteria.

Please ensure you pick up your lunch at the start of the period.

In the cafeteria please clean up after yourself.

If you drop it,pick it up. If you are done, put it in the garbage.

No eating on the field as there has been far too much garbage left out there. Please eat then go on the field.

Put all your containers including forks and spoons in the appropriate garbage.There are several garbage cans outside for use.

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LIBRARY NEWS

LIBRARY is now OPEN

Please see attached schedule on the library door for lunch time openings.

The library will NOT be open every day for lunch!

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Garden Club! We will meet next Thursday, Sept 24th after school from 2:05-3:00pm. We will continue to harvest and clean up!! Everyone is welcome!!! Check out

last week’s harvest!

GARDEN CLUB

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SPORTS…

Male Identifying Soccer Team (Grades 6-7 only) next tryout is on Wednesday, Sept 16th from 2:05-3:15pm on the field.

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Grade 8-9 tryouts to follow…on Thursday, Sept 17th!

Coach: Mr. Janc

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FEMALE Identifying Soccer Team:

Next tryout is: TODAY Monday, September 14th from 2:05-3:15 pm

ONLY those players whose names are posted on the list are invited to attend. The list has been posted.

The first practice for the official team will be Friday, September 18th from 2:05-3:15 pm. The final team list will be posted by Thursday, September 17th.

A HUGE THANK YOU to the more than 40 female identifying athletes who came to yesterday’s tryout!

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Cross Country Tryouts

All those interested in taking part in cross country this year should come ready to run after school on Tuesday and Thursday. Proper sneakers are necessary - no slippers, sandals or Crocs.

Meet after dismissal in the gym. Please ensure that you have a drive to pick you up at 3pm.

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CELL PHONES and BACKPACKS

Backpacks, cellphones, airpods and electronic devices are to be stored away in your locker during class time.

Just a reminder that the first time phone are out will be a warning and call home, after that they will be in the office until guardians are able to pick the up.

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SCHOOLS PLUS

NEW LUNCHTIME SCHEDULE THIS WEEK!

Monday - Mellow Mondays: Join us for a calm lunchtime. Bring a book or a quiet activity

Wednesday - Kindness Club: Themed crafts and activities every week on Wednesday

Friday - GSA/PRIDE Club: A Place to be Yourself/ Allies welcome!

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	Behavior	Understanding	Roles
Outside	Play fairly and stay within school boundaries Clean up after yourself Represent your school with dignity	Inclusion means inviting others Handle conflict calmly Respect boundaries and differences	Support a safe, fun environment Speak up when someone is being left out Show empathy and share with others

School Wide Expectations

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	Behavior	Understanding	Roles
Common Area- Cafeteria/library/ halls	Walk quietly and respect others personal space Keep hands to self Follow adult directions	Know that your actions affect others Treat shared space with care Make others feel comfortable	Be a role model and remind others Respectfully Include everyone and greet with kindness Seek help when needed

School Wide Expectations

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	Behavior	Understanding	Roles
Classroom	Listen actively and speak respectfully Follow class routines Participate positively	Know what respect means Use kind words and wait your turn Appreciate others and be willing to try new things	Be an engaged learner and support classmates Report concerns to a trusted adult Create a safe and welcoming space for all

School Wide Expectations