This Week at WMES
Week of October 28th -November 1st
Dear WMES families:
Our October calendar can be found here:
https://wms.hrce.ca/sites/default/files/2024-10/October%202024_1.pdf
Our November Calendar will be available before the end of the week.
Demographic Update in PowerSchool: The deadline to complete has passed and the form is closed. If you did not complete the form you will need to contact the school if you have any important updates that we may not have currently (email addresses, emergency contacts, health information). We will also not be able to include your child’s photo or work on any school publications (twitter, newsletters, etc) this year as we do not have consent for publication.
Cafeteria / Food availability Update:
The new School Lunch Program began for our school today, Monday, October 28th. You can check out the Provincial website here and order on this platform. You must order the week ahead on the new platform. https://nslunch.ca/
If you miss a deadline please contact us.
Please let your kids know what to expect for their lunches and the importance of trying new things. We are excited about the new healthy choices and are hoping that together we can promote positive conversations and excitement.
Some notes about today: We did have a few hiccups today as it was the first day of the new program. Lunches were delivered late - but all students who ordered did receive their lunch. Student feedback was that the portions should be larger, but for the most part students enjoyed the meal. We are working to make things smoother for tomorrow and we appreciate everyone’s patience as we navigate our new routines.
WMES School Clothing:
We are currently running a school clothing fundraiser until November 5th. You can purchase WMES t-shirts, toques, or ball caps in SchoolCashOnline. This is an optional fundraiser. If you would like to purchase, but need some assistance (payment plan) please contact Mrs. Wolfe (kwolfe@hrce.ca) and we can help.
https://www.schoolcashonline.com/
Halloween Reminders:
Halloween is quickly approaching. Students and staff are permitted to wear costumes on Halloween day (Thursday, October 31st) if the classroom teacher has communicated that this is what the plan is for their classroom.
Here are some important reminders if your child is wearing a costume on Thursday:
Costumes must be school appropriate.
No masks or weapons please.We recommend saving your more elaborate costumes for home so that they do not get damaged, soiled or parts lost at school.
Please check with the classroom teacher to see if they have any special requests. Each teacher may need to make individual decisions based on the specific needs of students in their room.
Please do not send in treats to share unless the classroom teacher has requested it.
Flu Shot Clinic:
On November 6th we will be hosting a Family Flu Shot Clinic in our cafeteria from 2 to 6pm. We will send more information soon on how to sign up.
Schools Plus October 2024 Newsletter
What is SchoolsPlus? SchoolsPlus is a confidential, free service available in every school in Nova Scotia. Our goal is to build positive relationships between families, schools, and communities. We can help families navigate complicated situations when they are involved with many different services. This helps ensure everyone is communicating clearly and working on shared goals. SchoolsPlus can also help connect families to community resources and offers mental health support in schools. Contact the SchoolsPlus Facilitator for your school to make a referral. You can find additional information here https://www.hrce.ca/students/student-services/schoolsplus
As many of you know Feed Nova Scotia is no longer running their Holiday program this year. If you are requiring assistance this year please call 211 for information on where you can register. Parker street registration is now open at https://parkerstreet.org/christmas-programs/
The salvation army registration link can be found here https://salvationarmy.ca/atlantic/events/hrm-kettle-kick-off-event/ and is now also open.
If you require any assistance with holiday support please feel free to reach out to me. If anyone would like to help support a family or sponsor a family please contact me at rachel.murray@hrce.ca or call/text 902 719 7181.
If anyone needs help with winter boots and clothing please contact me.
Rachel MurraySchoolsPlus Community Outreach Worker for Harold T Barrett, Beaver Bank Monarch, Beaver Bank Kinsac, Ash Lee Jefferson and Waverley Memorial schools.
rachel,murray@hrce.ca Tel: 902-719-7181
Remembrance Day 2024 -
Remembrance Day Walk to Honour our Veterans: On November 8th we will be walking to the Waverley Legion (weather permitting) to lay wreaths and other signs of remembrance from our students at the cenotaph. Please be sure to fill in the permission form by November 6th.
If you are unable to fill the form in electronically please contact the office and we will send home a paper copy of the form. Please send these back by Wednesday, November 5th.
If you, or another family member would like to join us in uniform and walk with us please contact the office this week for details.
We are also creating a Wall of Honour in our main foyer. If you have a family member who is serving, or has served our country, please feel free to send in their photo and we will include it on our Wall of Honour. Digital photos are preferred, but we can scan your hard copy of photos if that is easier. Please include the family member’s name, rank / position, and your child’s information with the photos/ emails.
Lest we Forget.
Please fill out this permission slip for your child to be permitted to walk with us to the Waverley Legion on November 8th. Thanks.
https://forms.gle/hhkrzU3VHgNSKXiXA
Thanks everyone. Have a great week.
Mrs. Wolfe and Mrs. van der Weegen
Upcoming Dates for your calendar:
November 6th - Family Flu Shot clinic in the cafeteria from 2-6pm
November 7th - School Picture Retake day
November 8th - 10am Remembrance Day ceremony (Weather permitting at the Waverley Legion). Permission Form: https://forms.gle/hhkrzU3VHgNSKXiXA
November 11th - Remembrance Day - No School
November 22nd - Assessment and Evaluation day for teachers. No school for students.
November 28- December 6th - Scholastic Book Fair