WMES Family Update Oct 19-23, 2026
- October is Mi'kmaq History Month
- October is Canadian Library Month
- October 19-23: School Bus Safety Week
- Thursday, Oct. 22: PTC meeting at 6:00 and SAC meeting at 7:00
- Fri., Oct. 23: NSTU Conference Day - No classes PP-12
- Monday, Oct. 26: Picture retakes
- Thursday, Oct. 29: Halloween Howl 6-7
October 19-23 is School Bus Safety Week
Every school day, thousands of HRCE students rely on the bus to get to and from school safely.
School Bus Safety Week is a chance to highlight the simple habits that help keep everyone safe — from waiting well back from the road, to following the driver’s instructions, to staying alert around stopped school buses.
With more than 33,000 HRCE students travelling on more than 400 buses each day, safety depends on all of us: students, families, drivers, schools and motorists.
This week is a good opportunity to review a few everyday reminders and help reinforce safe routines on the bus, at the stop and on the road.
Bus Stop Safety
- Be on time for the bus and please don’t run to/from the bus.
- Stand back off the road and don't push or shove when waiting at a stop.
- Always cross in front of the bus. Walk three metres (10 feet) in front of the bus to a point where you can see the driver and wait for the driver's signal to cross. Proceed to the centre of the road, STOP, LOOK & LISTEN and cross the road when it is safe.
- Never crawl under a school bus or cross the road behind the bus.
- Know the danger zones around the bus.
School Bus Safety
- Please respect and listen to the driver and avoid distracting them.
- Please keep noise levels to a minimum.
- Do not stand or move seats while the bus is in motion.
- Never put your hands, arms, feet or head out of the bus window.
- Ask the driver for permission before you open the bus windows.
- Do not throw anything inside the bus or out of the windows.
- Keep the aisle clear at all times when the bus is in motion.
Remember: In Nova Scotia, it's illegal to pass a school bus when its red lights are flashing and the stop arm is extended.
You can find out more information about riding the school bus in HRCE here.
*******************************************************************************************************************
Good evening WMES Families,
Please see the attached invitation to our Halloween Howl 2026 Halloween Howl.png.
Have a great evening!
Your WMES Team
**********************************************************************************************************
WMES Family Update Oct 13-16, 2026
Happy Thanksgiving! We are thankful for the priviledge of serving the families of Waverley. We hope that you had a weekend of rest, love and yummy food.
- October is Mi'kmaq History Month
- October is Canadian Library Month
- Monday, Oct. 12: Thanksgiving – No School
- Tuesday, Oct. 13: Picture orders are due!
- October 19-23: School Bus Safety Week
- Thursday, Oct. 22: PTC meeting at 6:00 and SAC meeting at 7:00
- Fri., Oct. 23: NSTU Conference Day - No classes PP-12
- Monday, Oct. 26: Picture retakes
- Thursday, Oct. 29: Halloween Howl – more info to come
October is Canadian Library Month
October is a chance to celebrate the important role libraries play in our schools — and the Library Support Specialists who bring those spaces to life.
Every day, our school libraries help students discover new interests, build literacy skills, find reliable information and, sometimes, simply find a welcoming place to spend some time. Our Library Support Specialists are an important part of making that happen.
Canadian Library Workers Day is recognized on the third Friday of October, followed by Canadian School Library Day on the fourth Monday. These are great opportunities to recognize the people who help make our libraries engaging, inclusive and supportive spaces for students.
Please join us in thanking our Library Support Specialists for all they do to support students, staff and school communities. An extra special shout-out to our favorite librarian, Ms. Saulnier! Thank you for everything that you do for our students and staff and for keeping our library a fun place to share our love of learning!
What are we learning at WMES?
Knitting Club with Mr. Jennings!
******************************************************************************************************
WMES Family Update October 5-9, 2026
- October is Mi'kmaq History Month
- October is Canadian Library Month
- Monday, Oct. 12: Thanksgiving – No School
- October 19-23: School Bus Safety Week
- Thursday, Oct. 22: PTC meeting at 6:00 and SAC meeting at 7:00
- Fri., Oct. 23: NSTU Conference Day - No classes PP-12
- Monday, Oct. 26: Picture retakes
- Thursday, Oct. 29: Halloween Howl – more info to come
October is Mi'kmaq History Month
Each October, Mi'kmaq History Month provides an opportunity to deepen our understanding of Mi'kmaq culture, history, language and traditions, while recognizing the important contributions of Mi'kmaq people past and present.
Across our schools, students and staff may mark the month through learning, storytelling, art, community connections and cultural experiences that bring Mi'kmaq perspectives into the classroom and school community.
As we learn together, Mi'kmaq History Month reminds us of the importance of listening, building relationships and continuing our shared commitment to truth and reconciliation.
Learn more about Mi'kmaq History Month here.
Fire Prevention Week: October 4-10
Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency is inviting families to take part in Fire Prevention Week, October 4–10. Visit halifax.ca/fpw to complete an online fire safety quiz. Want to win a Nintendo Switch, Apple products or LEGO sets? Participants who score 100% will be entered into a draw for a prize in their age category.
This year’s theme, “Safe Charging is a Superpower,” focuses on the safe use and charging of rechargeable devices powered by lithium-ion batteries. These batteries power many everyday devices, including phones, tablets, laptops, e-bikes and power tools. If damaged or charged improperly, they can overheat and cause fires.
Visit halifax.ca/fpw for contest details, videos and fire safety resources, and take a few minutes to test your smoke alarms and review your home fire escape plan.
What are we learning at WMES?
Colin, the HRCE Fine Arts Indigenous Art Specialist, was in to teach students about Indigenous art. In French class, students were learning about Orange Shirt Day.
**********************************************************************************************************************************************
WMES Family Update Sept 28-Oct 2, 2026
Important Dates
- Monday, Sept. 28: Bus Evacuation Drill
- Tuesday, Sept. 29: Observe Orange Shirt Day
- Wednesday, Sept. 30: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Day – No School
- Monday, Oct. 12: Thanksgiving – No School
- Thursday, Oct. 22: PTC meeting at 6:00 and SAC meeting at 7:00
- Monday, Oct. 26: Picture retakes
- Thursday, Oct. 29: Halloween Howl – more info to come
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
On September 30, we honor the children who never returned home from residential schools, and the survivors, families and communities who continue to live with their lasting impacts.
Orange Shirt Day is an Indigenous-led movement that reminds us that Every Child Matters and encourages all of us to learn, reflect and support truth and reconciliation.
As there are no classes on Wednesday, September 30, we invite students and staff to wear orange, if they're able, on Tuesday, September 29.
What are we learning at WMES?
Ms. Gail from Halifax Regional Arts joined Ms. Smeltzer for music this week. We ended the week by walking for Terry Fox!
Good evening WMES Families,
Please see the attached family update 2026 Family Update Sept. 21 to 25.pdf.
We are having a hold and secure drill on Wednesday. Please see the attached notice Hold and Secure Notice.odt.
Have a great evening,
Your WMES Team
Good evening WMES Families,
Please see the attached family update 2026 Family Update Sept. 14 to 18.pdf.
Check out this information from the IWK Community Health Teams.odt and IWK Grief.pdf.
Have a great evening!
Your WMES Team
Good Evening WMES Families,
Please see the attached family update 2026 WMES Family Update Sept 7-11.pdf.
We will be conducting our first lockdown drill next Monday, September 14. Please see the attached notice Sept 2026 Lockdown Drill.pdf.
Have a great evening!
Your WMES Team