Pink Shirt Day
Pink Shirt Day is coming up on Wednesday, February 26. Students are encouraged to wear pink (or their favourite shirt) for the day. Our school will be heading over to JSM for buddy activities that morning!
School Engagement 2024-2025
We are looking for your feedback about the 2024-2025 School Year.
There is an online engagement entitled G.W. Skene School Planning Survey 2025 | Elementary that you have the opportunity to share your thoughts on until March 31, 2025 - 11:59 PM, when submissions will be closed.
Completing the engagement should take 13 minutes.
Your input matters!
Link: G.W. Skene School Planning Survey 2025
Nation’s Vision Success
Nation’s Vision was a huge success! 55 students had eye exams completed at school, and a number of those will be wearing new glasses when they return to hand them out in two weeks. Stay tuned!
February’s Soul Snack Suggestion
Looking for ways to improve focus, reduce stress and boost overall well-being? Check out Dr. Greg Wells’ blog: “The Focus Superpower: Unplug and Disconnect,”. In this quick read, Wells emphasizes the benefits of intentionally disconnecting from digital devices and he shares some simple ways you can incorporate mindful habits into your daily routine that can help reduce anxiety and mental fatigue.
“Soul Snacks” are easy and quick actions we can take to calm our nervous system, gain a new perspective on our day, and reduce stress. They are simple, self-care practices we can do to feel well.
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Upcoming Dates
24 - 26 Grade 5 Teacher’s Pet – In School Field Trip
26 Pink Shirt Day
27 Ever Active Schools
28 Professional Learning Day – No School for Students