What a week we just had! We started things off with an incredible performance by Powwow Mash-Up (Wild Mint Arts). The energy, music, and dance lit up our school as students learned about the beauty and diversity of Indigenous culture through hoop dance, flute, stories, and more. It was inspiring to see our students so engaged and curious, and the dancers’ storytelling was truly unforgettable.
The fun kept rolling with a smooth School Photo Day (a big thank-you to our wonderful volunteers!), and our Subway Fun Lunch was a crowd-pleaser. Be sure to sign up for the next one, A&W Fun Lunch on October 16 (order deadline: October 11).
We capped the week off by coming together as a community for the Terry Fox Run. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us in honoring Terry’s legacy of perseverance and hope.
Here are your Weekly Updates:
Just a reminder that there are NO CLASSES for students on Monday, September 29 (Non-Instructional Day) and Tuesday, September 30 (National Day for Truth and Reconciliation).
When we return on Wednesday, October 1, we will recognize Orange Shirt Day together as a school community. We invite all students to wear an orange shirt as a way of honoring survivors, remembering the children, and committing to “Every Child Matters.”
It will be a meaningful way to come back together after the long weekend.
Important Dates Ahead | (6-8 weeks ahead)
- Sept. 29 - NO Classes - Non-Instructional Day
- Sept. 30 - NO Classes – National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
- Oct. 1 - Orange Shirt Day
- Oct. 9 - School Council & Friends of Somerset School Meeting (6:15pm)
- Oct. 13 - NO Classes – Thanksgiving Day
- Oct. 16 - A&W Fun Lunch (Cut-off: October 11)
- Oct. 20 - NO Classes – Non-Instruction Day
- Oct. 22 - Photo Retake Day
- Oct. 31 - Halloween Activities – during PE
- Nov. 6 - School Council & Friends of Somerset School Meeting (6:15pm)
- Nov. 6 - Remembrance Day Observance
- November 10-12 - Fall BREAK
- Nov. 13 - Classes Resume
Join Us | School Council & School Council & Friends of Somerset School Meeting
Be part of a team that makes a real impact on student success. School Council helps enhance learning experiences, support activities, equipment and contribute to projects like our playground replacement. Your ideas, time, and energy make a difference. Together, we can create a vibrant and engaging school community!
School Council: somersetparentcouncil@gmail.com
Friends of Somerset School Playground: fssfplayground@gmail.com
Annual Volunteer Registration | Field Trips are Coming!
Annual Volunteer Registration Form
We’re excited for upcoming field trips and activities, and we’d love your help to make them a success. The first step is to complete your Annual Volunteer Registration Form (click HERE). Once that’s done, you’ll be ready to join in the fun and help create memorable experiences for our students!
For the safety of our students and staff, this form is required each school year for anyone volunteering with curricular or extra-curricular activities including field trips, volunteer drivers, or students volunteering outside their own school.
Please note: volunteers do not include guest speakers, presenters, visitors, parents helping only their own child (an attendant), or school council members in their official role. All information collected is strictly confidential.
Fun Lunch | Health Hunger
Order at Healthy Hunger.
Don’t miss the fun and tasty Fun Lunch experience, organized by our School Council. It’s a great way for students to enjoy a special meal and families to support our school community.
Please note: Orders must be placed by the Saturday before each Fun Lunch date. Once the cut-off passes, late orders cannot be accepted, so be sure to get your order in on time.
See you Wednesday!
Hand to Heart,
Nathan Bane
Somerset School Principal