Stay Informed:

Hello EMS Families

It has been another busy and positive week at Ernest Morrow School! As we continue to settle into the school year, I want to take a moment to recognize some of the great work happening throughout our school.

Celebrating Our Coaches

A huge thank you to our soccer and basketball coaches for the time, energy, and commitment they are giving to our students.

Our coaches do much more than organize practices and games. They create opportunities for students to:

  • Build confidence
  • Develop teamwork
  • Learn how to handle challenges
  • Feel connected to our school community

We appreciate the time our coaches give before and after school, as well as their commitment to making athletics a positive experience for our students.

Thank you to all of our coaches for the great work you are doing and for helping our students grow both on and off the court and field!

Grade 9 Team Collaboration

I also want to highlight the collaborative work happening within our Grade 9 team.

Our Grade 9 staff continue to work closely together to support students academically, socially, and behaviourally. The team's willingness to communicate, share information, problem-solve together, and look at the needs of individual students is making a positive difference.

This kind of collaboration is an important part of creating a consistent and supportive experience for our students.

Thank you to our Grade 9 team for the care, flexibility, and teamwork you are demonstrating each day. It is great to see staff working together with a shared focus on supporting our students and helping them be successful.

Orange Shirt Day — Tuesday, September 29

On Tuesday, September 29, we will recognize Orange Shirt Day.

This is an opportunity for our school community to come together to recognize the history and ongoing legacy of residential schools and to honour the children who never returned home, Survivors, and their families.

We encourage students and staff to wear orange as we take time to learn, reflect, listen, and continue our work toward reconciliation.

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation — Wednesday, September 30

There will be no school on Wednesday, September 30, in recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

We encourage families to use this day as an opportunity to learn more about the history and ongoing impacts of residential schools and to reflect on the importance of reconciliation.

School Council Meeting

A reminder that our first School Council meeting of the year will take place:

Date

Time

Location

Monday, September 28

5:30 PM

Ernest Morrow School

All parents and guardians are welcome to attend.

School Council is a great opportunity to connect with other families and be involved in our school community.

Athletics Schedule

We have another busy week of athletics ahead! Thank you again to our coaches for providing these opportunities for our students.

Date

Time

Activity

Location

Monday, September 28

4:00–5:30 PM

Boys Soccer Game vs. CMS

EMS


3:31–4:45 PM

Jr. Boys Basketball Practice

Main Gym


3:31–4:45 PM

Sr. Boys Basketball Practice

Aux Gym

Tuesday, September 29

3:31–4:45 PM

Girls Soccer Practice

—


3:31–4:45 PM

Sr. Girls Basketball Practice

Main Gym


3:31–4:45 PM

Jr. Girls Basketball Practice

Aux Gym

Wednesday, September 30

—

No School — National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

—

Thursday, October 1

3:31–4:45 PM

Jr. Girls Basketball Practice

Main Gym


3:31–4:45 PM

Sr. Boys Basketball Practice

Aux Gym


3:31–4:45 PM

Boys Soccer Practice

—


4:15–5:45 PM

Girls Soccer Game @ CMS

CMS

Cafeteria Menu

Our cafeteria has some great options available for students this week!

Monday

  • Tortilla Chicken Wrap — $5
  • Halal Chicken Tortilla Wrap — $5

Tuesday

  • Chicken Strips — $3
  • Halal Chicken Strips — $3
  • Fresh Salad — $3

Thursday

  • Cheese Macaroni Salad — $5

Snacks & Drinks

Item

Price

Chocolate Milk

$2

Bubly Sparkling Water

$2

Smartfood Popcorn

$2

Oven-Baked Chips

$2

Marble Cheese String

$1

Our School Community

One of the things that makes Ernest Morrow School special is the way our students, staff, families, and community partners work together.

Each week, we see examples of people stepping up, supporting one another, and working toward what is best for our students.

Thank you to everyone who contributes to our school community. When we work together, we create a stronger, more connected school where our students can learn, grow, and thrive.