Dear JBC Families,
As we embrace the winter season, we have several important updates and reminders to share with you:
Outdoor Play Policy
According to the Nova Scotia Provincial Policy on Outdoor Play, children remain indoors when the temperature falls below -25°C (-13°F), with or without a wind chill factor, or when the wind chill factor is -28°C (-18.4°F) or lower, regardless of the temperature. At JBC, we adhere to a threshold of -15°C (5°F) with the wind chill for outdoor activities. Please ensure your children are dressed appropriately for the weather, including warm coats, hats, gloves, scarves, and suitable footwear, to keep them comfortable and dry during outdoor playtimes.
Drop off Time:
- Students should be dropped off no earlier than 8:10 AM each morning. Please see the image for the drop-off procedure.
- All visitors to JBC must report to the office.
Important Dates
February 13: Skiing for Grades 4 & 5
We are excited to announce that our Grades 4 and 5 students will have the opportunity to go skiing on February 13th. Please ensure your child is dressed warmly on this day. If you have any questions or need assistance with preparations, feel free to contact your student's teacher.
February 14: Last day to register grade 5 students for the Intensive French Program at OVEC. Register here: https://forms.gle/YDuEDpoYR2XfySge8
February 17: Heritage Day (No School)
February 20: Visit with Author Briana Corr Scott https://brianacorrscott.com/
For a complete view of the school year calendar, please visit the CBVRCE website.
African Heritage Month
February is African Heritage Month. This year's theme, "Legacy in Action: Celebrating Black Brilliance," highlights the achievements and resilience of African Nova Scotians who have shaped the province's history for more than 400 years.
Black Reflections Art Gallery
The Black Reflections Art Gallery will be held on February 19 and 20 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Menelik Hall in Whitney Pier. The opening ceremony is on February 19 at 6:00 pm. This event is a wonderful opportunity for families to engage with and appreciate local art.
Pre-Primary and Primary Registration
Registration for Pre-Primary and Primary for the 2025-26 school year is currently open and will continue until February 7th, 2025.
How to Register:
A child must be registered in the neighborhood school where they reside.
Visit https://www.cbvbussing.ca/ to confirm bus eligibility for your address.
Complete registration online at https://cbvrce.ca/studentregistration/.
Registration Requirements:
Children being registered for Primary must be five (5) years of age on or before December 31, 2025.
Children being registered for Pre-Primary must be four (4) years of age on or before December 31, 2025.
Valid proof of the student’s age (official birth certificate, passport, immigration papers, or adoption papers), original proof of residency (two pieces), along with the provincial Health Card number and expiry date, must be uploaded at the time of registration.
If you have any questions or need assistance with the registration process, please contact the school office.
School Lunch Program
At this point, all caregivers should have created Diner Profiles for their students with the Nova School Lunch Program at nslunch.ca. If you have not yet completed this step or need any assistance with the process, please don’t hesitate to contact the school office—we are happy to help!
We are working on rescheduling our Turnbull Brothers Event and will let you know when it has been announced!
We look forward to a month filled with learning, celebration, and community engagement!
Kindest Regards,
The Team at JBC