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.
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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