Important Dates:

Tuesday, November 26 - Early Dismissal, Staff Meeting and PAC Meeting

December 6th and 7th - Alice in Wonderland - Get your tickets now!

December 16-20 - Winter Spirit Week

December 17 - Winter Concert

December 19 - Winter Solstice Celebration - More Details to Come

December 20 - Last Day of Classes before Winter Break

Alice in Wonderland 

NMC's students are almost ready to present "Alice in Wonderland" … Do you have your tickets yet? The show is coming up this week … December 6th and 7th.

Attendance

Reminder to call or email the school if your child will be absent. 

Volleyball Clinics

We will be offering volleyball clinics in the new year! 

 What: Volleyball clinics to improve basic skills and knowledge about volleyball

When: Saturdays - January 11 and 25, February 8 and 22, March 8 and 22 (2025)

Time: BOYS 10am-12pm and GIRLS 12pm-2pm

Who: Boys and girls grades 8-11 from NMC, Archwood, Marion and Nordale

Cost: FREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE

Host an International Student

LRSD is looking for host families for the International Student Program.

Parent Portal Launch

LRSD's new parent portal is launched! The parent portal allows you to view:

a) Your child's documents, including report cards,

b) Their school schedule, and

c) Their attendance history.

SchoolCash 

The division has created a “how to page” to help with payments on the parent portal. Please refer to the following link:

https://www.lrsd.net/page/49782/how-to-schoolcash-online-fees

Huddle South Central

Huddle now has a new counsellor accepting new youth on Fridays, and nurses are available Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday.

Youville Meditation Drop-In

Youville is hosting a free meditation drop-in starting Nov. 4 from 12:15 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Drop-in is offered Monday, Wednesday, & Friday in person or by Zoom. To register call 204-255-4840.

News for Melanie, NMC's Community Liaison Worker:

Monday afternoons - Community Space

NMC is joined by our Knowledge Keeper Eric. Eric will be in the Community Space to share teachings and guide us in cultural activities. Coming up we will be learning about Ribbon Shirts and Skirts and students who would like to participate will have the opportunity to make their own.

Tuesday at Lunch - Community Space - Beading with Ms. K

Students and staff are welcome to join Ms. K in the Community Space at lunch hour for beading. We will begin making keychains and lanyards.

Wednesdays 3:45-5:45 - Kitchen Brigades

Students enjoyed Kitchen Brigades this past week. It's not too late to join, please see Ms. K for a form. Wednesday 6:00-7:30 Lavallee School

Powwow Club - all ages are welcome to attend. There is a parent/caregiver program with Kookum Hilda while students dance. Snacks are provided. NMC students are welcome to join and if any are looking for volunteer opportunities, please see Ms. K. If transportation is an issue, please reach out to Melanie Kapilik.

Thursday Mornings

Kookum Hilda will be in the Community Space and will share her knowledge and teachings with any staff and students who might like to join in. Coming up, we will be hand drumming. Hand drums will be available but feel free to bring your own if you have one.

Thursday Afternoons 1:30-3:30

Crafting Connections for parents/caregivers in the Community Space. We will be joined by Kookum Hilda and Tammy Bruce. Snacks and supplies are provided. Coming up will be mitten making.