Weekly Memo #8: 2026
- Principal: David Baldwin
- Vice-Principal: Robert Leaman
- Vice-Principal: Kim Michelau-Jones
- Our school clothing line is officially open for students, staff, and community members to order SPJH SWAG.
- Island Wide Promotions is the company that will be looking after our clothing orders and provide a great selection of items to choose from.
- The online clothing store is now open (Tuesday, October 20th - Friday, November 13th, 2026). This will allow for delivery in mid-December for the Christmas Holidays.
- This is an online ordering system only. The link to the online store is HERE
- When orders are ready, they will all be delivered to the school free of change and our administration will distribute.
Hello Parents/Guardians:
- This may be a long shot, but the school is wondering if anyone has a used Christmas Tree (9 foot) that is in great condition and possibly looking to replace it with a new one this year. If so, we would love to have it for our school.
- Please email Mr. Leaman at: robertleaman@nlschools.ca
- Due to the high capacity of bus students on bus #20, some children have been assigned a new bus. The capacity on bus # 20 is now over the maximum of 63 students, so, NL Schools transportation division has re-routed some student's route to Bus #14.
- Effected Parents have been notified. This change will take effect on Monday, November 2nd, 2026.
The stop is at Cypress St & Pepperwood Dr interaction. The new pick up/drop times on 25-001-14A (bus #14) will be 7:47 AM/2:33 PM. Please Ensure your child/children is at the bus stop 7-10 minutes in advance.
- Recently, there has been an increase in energy and/or caffeine drinks brought into the building by students. This predominantly occurs after lunch time. Under the New School Guidelines, such drinks are prohibited.
- We have asked our staff to monitor this, and if a student has such a product, our staff will ask the student to bring the drink to the office for pick-up after school. Such drinks can be very expensive!
- Can you please discuss this with your child/children and we strongly recommend that your child brings a re-fillable water bottle that can be filled up at our school fountains.
Within the past few weeks, we have noticed a large quantity of binders/Chromebooks/etc. left scattered all around the main and rear bus entrance areas during lunch time, recess time, and physical education periods.
This is certainly a safety hazard and theft issue! Most Importantly, we have students, staff and members of our community that rely on our school areas to be free of obstructions at all times.
On Wednesday, October 28th, administration collected approximately 200 items belonging to students as it was a safety hazard and may have resulted in a loss of personal belongings to students.
We understand that this is not all of our students, but we do ask that you please discuss this issue with your child/children. The school is not responsible for misplaced/lost items.
The next step is that parents/Guardians collect the items after school.
All students have been assigned lockers/locks and personal belongings should be stored in them at all times. Our lockers have ample space for binders/Chromebooks/etc. and all students have been assigned locks.
- Math help @ SPJH is offered every other Wednesday from 2:10 -3:00 PM . We offer a quiet space for students who need to catch up on missed math work, study for upcoming assessments, and get a little extra help. Our SPJH Math Teachers are on hand to assist (Please see the schedule below).
- Students that are attending should bring their materials with them and have rides arranged for the pick-up time at 3:00 PM.
- If you have any questions please reach out to Mr. Foss or your child's Math Teacher.
- Our SPJH Remembrance Day Ceremony will be on Tuesday, November 10th, 2026, for students, special guests and staff.
- As we approach Remembrance Day, St. Peter’s Junior High is preparing our "Wall of Heroes" to honour the brave men and women who have served our country.
- We would love to recognize members of our students' families who have served in the military, whether past or present. If your family has a veteran or military service member you would like us to honour, we invite you to share the following information:
- Their name
- Their relationship to the student (e.g., grandfather, great-grandmother, uncle)
- The war, conflict, or branch of the military in which they served (if known)
- A photograph (if available)
- A brief description or story about their service (optional)
- IMPORTANT: If you would like to provide a submission for our "Wall of Heroes", please email it to Anna Mercer at: annamercer@nlschools.ca
- In your email, please include the subject: "Wall of Heroes".
- These submissions will be featured and proudly displayed in our school lobby as a tribute to those who have served.
Thank you for helping us remember and honour the sacrifices and contributions of our military members and their families, and, for helping us make this a meaningful tribute for our students and school community!
Sincerely,
Anna Mercer (Teacher)
annamercer@nlschools.ca
- Friday, November 6th, will be picture retake day for all SPJH students/staff.
- If you are planning to order pictures from the proofs sent home, all information for ordering was included in the picture package. This includes the web address for Lifetouch, portrait ID and the Access Code.
- Take our Kids to work Day returns on Wednesday, November 4th, 2026 and is fast approaching. We are excited to inform you that our school is supporting this event, presented by the Students Commission of Canada.
- This event provides Grade 9 students with the opportunity to explore various career paths and gain insights into the working world.
- This year's theme, "Different Perspectives, Shared Direction", celebrates the unique experiences, ideas, and aspirations that shape each student's journey. By creating meaningful opportunities for career exploration and community engagement, we empower young people to discover their own paths while recognizing the shared purpose that connects us all. Together, we can help students realize their potential, strengthen our communities, and build a brighter future—one shaped by many perspectives and a common direction.
- Students may accompany a parent, caregiver, relative, adult ally or volunteer to their workplace to learn about their job and the business or workplace. This event will allow students to explore various careers and ask questions in real-time. Caregiver Involvement.
- We encourage you to support your child’s participation in this valuable event. If possible, arrange for them to visit your workplace or another suitable location. If this isn’t feasible, they can join the virtual event from home or at school.
- For more information, please Review the TOKW Family Guide 2026 HERE.
- If you plan on your child being involved in this opportunity, please complete the consent form HERE and have your child return it to their homeroom teacher no later than Monday, November 2nd, 2026.
- IMPORTANT: This is not a school based extracurricular activity. Parents/Guardians are responsible for their child/children if this is something your child is interested in.
- Free Student Innovation/A weekend of technology and prizes: Students in Grades 8 to 12 are invited to participate in Tech For Community 2026, a free two-day technology and innovation hosted by youth-led nonprofit TecNurtur at Memorial University in St. John's.
- Participants will collaborate in teams, attend hands-on workshops, meet industry mentors, and develop innovative solutions to real community challenges. No previous technology or coding experience is necessary.
Workshop Information
- Dates: November 21–22, 2026
- Location: Memorial University, St. John's
- Cost: Free, with lunch provided
- Who: Students in Grades 8 to 12
- More Info: https://tecnurtur.org/hackathon
- Registration: https://tecnurtur.org/hackathon/register
- Poster: With important information is located HERE
Spaces are limited, and students from schools across Newfoundland's Northeast Avalon are encouraged to apply!
Ordering
- School lunch ordering is now open for November 8th to November 14th.
- To ensure your child receives their meals, please submit your order by 11:59 PM on Wednesday, November 4th. Unfortunately, late orders cannot be accepted, so please be sure to place your order before the deadline.
Here is a list of school closeouts for 2026-2027, scheduled and to be decided (TBD). School will be closed for students on these full or half days.
- November 11th, 2026: Remembrance Day Holiday
- November 27th, 2026: Teacher PL Day - Grading/Reporting and School Development (full day)
- December 7th, 2026: Teacher PL Day - NL Schools Closeout (full day)
- December 10th, 2026: Family Conferences - Students dismissed after period 4
- March 12th, 2027: Teacher PL Day - Grading/Reporting and School Development (full day)
- March 24th: Family Conferences - Students dismissed after period 4
- May 14th, 2027: Teacher PL Day: Mental Health and Wellness
- June 18th, 2027: Teacher PL Day - Grading and Reporting (full day)
- 1 More Closeout: To Be Decided (TBD):
- Tuesday, October 20th - Friday, November 13th, 2026: SPJH Online School Clothing Line Ordering Timeline
- Monday, November 2nd: Last Day to submit the Permission Form for "Take Your Kids to Work Day" (Grade 9's Only)
- Wednesday, November 4th, 2026: Take Your Kids to Work Day (Grade 9's Only)
- Thursday, November 5th: Musical “Seussical” at the Arts and Culture Centre
- Friday, November 6th, 2026: Picture Re-take Day
- Tuesday, November 10th, 2026: Remembrance Day Assembly (Students/Staff and Special Guests)
- Wednesday, November 11th: Remembrance Day Holiday (School closed for Students and Staff)
- Friday, November 27th: School Development-Report Card Writing Day (School closed for Students)
- Friday December 4th: Term 1 Report Cards Released
- Monday, December 7th: District Close Out 2 (School closed for Students)
- Thursday, December 10th: Term 1 Family Teacher Conferences (1/2 day closure for students)
- Friday, March 12th: School Development-Report Card Writing Day (School closed for Students)
- Friday, March 19th: Term 2 Report Cards Released
- Wednesday, March 24th: Term 2 Family Teacher Conferences (1/2 day closure for students)
- Friday, May 14th: Staff Ministerial Day(School closed for Students)
- Friday, June 19th: Final Report Card Writing Day (School closed for Students)
- Thursday, June 24th: Final Report Cards Released (School Closed for Summer Holidays)
- Friday, June 25th: Final Admin Day
