October is Mi’Kmaq History Month and the theme for this year is “Food Gathers Us Together”
Last week we began important conversations as we discussed Truth and Reconciliation, and learned the history of “Orange Shirt Day”. We will continue to learn about our country’s Indigenous People, and our own Mi’kmaq neighbors throughout the month of October, and all year. With truth and understanding comes healing and growth.
Free Parenting Program: The Incredible Years is a 12-week parenting program that focuses on improving social and emotional skills and reducing behaviour problems in children between 6 and 12 years old.
It is being held at Harold T Barrett Junior High from 6:00-8:00 pm either Tues Oct. 15 or Wed. Oct. 16
If you have any questions or would like to register, contact SchoolsPlus Community Outreach Worker Rachel Murray: Rachel.murray@hrce.ca. They can also help with childcare onsite.
PTA Poinsettia Fundraiser: The PTA is selling Poinsettias to raise funds. Poinsettia Flyer.pdf
For our new families, all money brought into schools must be done using SchoolCash Online. To register click on this link: https://hrce.schoolcashonline.com/
Running Club for Grades 3-5: There will be a running club starting on Thursdays at lunchtime for grades 3-5 students. Your child should have brought home a form, but if they didn’t, here’s a copy: Holland Road Running Club.pdf
School Advisory Council Meeting: The Holland Road School Advisory Council (SAC) will be holding their first meeting of the 2024/25 school year on Tues. Oct.8 at 6 pm in the school library. The SAC brings together teachers, parents and community members to promote student success, and provides the school community with an opportunity to influence decisions that impact student learning and well-being. The HRES SAC consists of 9 voting members: 3 parents/guardians, 3 school staff members, 3 community members and the principal (non-voting). We are currently looking for 1 parent to join our SAC. All members serve a three year term. Parents and community members are also welcome to attend any meeting as an observer. If you think you might be interested, or for more information on the Holland Road SAC, please contact hrce-sac-hre@gnespes.ca or visit the school website: https://hre.hrce.ca/hre/school-advisory-council/school-advisory-council
Important Dates in October
October 11 - Professional Development Day for staff - No school for students
October 14 - Thanksgiving - No school
October 24 - Halloween Howl
October 25 - Provincial Conference Day - No School for students
October 31 - Diwali
November 11 – Remembrance Day – No school
November 22 – Assessment & Evaluation Day – No school for students
Your Admin Team,
Kellie West & Diana Trider