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Picture Re-take Day
Miss the last picture day? Like to get a do-over? Picture re-take day will be Monday, November 7th in the afternoon.
Parent Session on Childhood / Adolescent Anxiety
Sick / Absent? Email the School Directly
We have a new email address to notify the school if a student is going to be sick or absent for any other reason. Just send an email to
and we’ll make sure the information is recorded.
Upcoming Fundraisers and Events
- The Student Outreach Group will be holding a Bake Sale on Wednesday, October 19th. Delicious baked treats will be available at recess and lunch!
- We will be holding our Pyjamarama Day on Thursday, October 20th. Students are encouraged to wear their sleepwear, and donate a Twonie in support of the Janeway. For more information on Pyjamarama Day, please click here. Please note that all sleepwear must meet the school’s dress code.
- There will be no classes on Friday, October 21st due to Teacher Professional Development. Classes will resume on Monday, October 24th, and it will be Day 5 on the school schedule.
- Our Walk to Breakfast in support of our Breakfast Program will be on Friday, October 28th. Students are asked to donate a Twonie in support of this vital program, which ensures our students are able to start the school day with a healthy breakfast.
- We will be having our annual Halloween costume contest on Monday, October 31st. Students can wear costumes for the morning, and judging will take place at recess. Students are asked to change back into their regular clothes at lunch. Reminder that there are to be no masks or hoods worn with costumes except during the judging period. Costumes should also meet the school dress code.
School Board Trustee Elections
Elections for school board trustees will take place on November 22, 2016. Information on the election is available on the election website. The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development have also developed an information sheet which can be downloaded by clicking here.
District Close-Out – October 21
Due to the District Close-Out on Friday, October 21st, there will be no classes for students that day. Classes will resume on Monday, October 24th.
Updated Bus Routes
There have been some minor changes to two of the school’s bus routes. These are:
- Route 1A – route will be conducted in the same order in the afternoon as is in the morning.
- Route 6 – stops added at #245 and #348 Marine Drive.
The full list of routes is available for download from our Bus Routes page.
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