We would like to wish those celebrating a Happy Halloween, and may the light of Diwali bring you peace and prosperity!

Finalized Cell Phone Policy:

The cell phone policy that we have implemented since the beginning of the year, has been finalized with help from your feedback. It can be found here: Cell Phone Policy 2024.pdf

2024 MAG Wear:

A reminder that MAG Wear order forms and payment are due into the school office by Monday, November 4^th: 2024 MAG Wear Order Form.pdf

Nutrition Program:

This week’s snack made available to all students was a choice between granola bars (vegan and gluten free) and carrots with ranch dip. We will proceed with one more school-wide snack next week, and then continue to have food items available both in classrooms and the school canteen for those who need them.

Reminders about Student Drop-Off and Pick-up:

Thank you to those who are avoiding entering the back lane and parking lot during peak times (8:40 – 9:10 a.m. and 3:15 – 3:45 p.m.). Those stopping in front of the school on Pulberry Street (away from crosswalks and in designated areas only) are reminded to please keep these stops brief, with the students exiting from the curbside and adults returning to the vehicle immediately. If you will be walking your student to their entrance, you must park on a neighboring street, noting all parking restrictions and keeping clear of all driveways. It is also great to see so many students and families walking and riding to school. Thanks for everyone’s cooperation in being good neighbours and helping keep our students safe!

Other announcements or reminders:

-Hastings School is hosting a free flu & Covid vaccine clinic on Thursday, November 21^st: Hastings Vaccine Clinic Nov 21 2024.pdf

-We are looking for donations of yarn (and sizes, lengths and colors) for some school art projects!

-The South Winnipeg Family Information Centre (SWFIC) is offering Babysitter Training courses. A special class for LRSD students aged 12 to 16 will be held on the LRSD in-service day, Nov. 22, at 800 Point Rd. Participants may earn a Babysitting certificate. Register here. 

-Our Lost & Found bins are already overflowing. If students are missing items, please encourage them to check the bins or feel free to come by after school hours to have a look.

Important Dates:

Friday, November 8, 2024..................... Remembrance Day Ceremony (afternoon)

Monday, November 11, 2024................ Remembrance Day – No classes

Wednesday, November 13, 2024........... Picture Retake Day – 9:00 a.m.

Thursday, November 21, 2024.............. Term 1 student progress reports posted online (To be confirmed)

Friday, November 22, 2024................... Divisional PD Day – No classes

Tuesday, November 26, 2024................ Staff Meeting / Early Dismissal (2:37 p.m.)

Wednesday, November 27, 2024........... Student Progress Conferences (4:00 – 8:00 p.m.)

Thursday, November 28, 2024.............. Student Progress conferences (4:00 – 8:00 p.m.)

Friday, December 20, 2024................... Last Day of School – Early Dismissal (2:37 p.m.)

Monday, January 6, 2025...................... Classes resume

Thanks,

Tyler & Joy