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L. E. Shaw Elementary School

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News and Events

Lunch Order Link:

Cafeteria Lunch Ordering

Supply Fees

$42.00 for Grades Primary to Grade 5

This can be paid cash, cheque or SchoolCash online

All students need to bring is indoor shoes, backpack, lunch box and a water bottle

Busing Questions?

Contact transportation directly at 902-538-4641, especially if a stop needs to be changed or added.

Information for Families - Annapolis / Kings / Hants - Nova Scotia

Here is some information staff and families may find helpful in the coming weeks.

The following information can be found in the Parent Navigator Online Calendar: https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0/embed?src=c_e4a0ek7fj93t221k027cpgb7os@group.calendar.google.com&ctz=America/Halifax on the dates noted below.

You can find the calendar on the PN tab of the FAMILIES section of AVRCE’s website, or scan the attached QR code;

Kentville Salvation Army Christmas Hamper Registration: walk-Ins only this year

Remaining Windsor dates: Nov. 13th

Remaining Kentville dates: Nov. 5th, 6th & 7th

Christmas Angels Application for Family Support: open to residents in Hants County. Deadline: November 23, 2025 @ 11:59 pm Entered weekly on Saturdays from Nov. 1st through 23rd

Christmas Assistance-Bridgetown Salvation Army: open to residents of Annapolis County. Use this link: ChristmasHamperApplicationsAnnapolisCounty2025 to book your appointment. In-person registration will run from Oct. 27 through to Dec. 6

Entered bi-weekly on Mondays from Oct. 27/25 through Dec. 1/25

Friends of Kings, Christmas Hamper application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScwlf5aVGvF-73r7Ntw2ugY1NP6cKyCDxopjOAUi3MmO6SmRQ/viewform Deadline for applications is November 1, 2025* Pick up only

Immigration & Community Fair: the Valley REN (Regional Enterprise network) is hosting the 2nd annual Immigration & Community Fair. The aim is to foster connections and collaborations between newcomers, employers, service providers, educational institutions, and government representatives. This gathering provides a meaningful platform to share

This gathering provides a meaningful platform to share valuable information, build relationships, and explore opportunities for community growth.

Register for the event here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/immigration-community-fair-tickets-1542469510829?aff=oddtdtcreator

Other

● NS Health has updated the Patient Appointment Planning and Action Tool: https://www.nshealth.ca/documents-and-reports/patient-appointment-planning-and-action-tool to include a QR code so users can access copies for future appointments

NOTE: The Christmas support programs noted above are those covering a fairly large area and do not include all of the many options across the valley.

Upcoming Dates

November

Nov. 5 - Early Dismissal (12:05pm dismissal time)

Nov. 7 - Remembrance Day assembly at 10:25am - Families are welcomed to join

Nov. 11 - Remembrance Day - No School

Nov. 21 - PD Day - No School for Students

Nov. 26 - Practice Fire Drill

December

Dec. 1 - Shopping Party donations can be dropped off at the office (email will be sent for details)

Dec. 3 - Parent Teacher Conferences in the evening

Open House from 5:00pm - 5:50pm, appointments start at 6:00pm

Dec. 4 - Parent Teacher Conferences in the morning

Open House from 8:00am -8:50am, appointments start at 9:00am

- No School for Students

Dec. 5 - Winter Concert, 11:00am and 1:00pm showtimes (storm date, Dec. 12)

Dec. 15 - Shopping Party for students

Dec. 17 - Holiday Lunch for Students

Dec. 19 - Spirit Day: Wear Red and Green

- Last Day for Students before Winter Break

January

Jan. 5 - First Day back for Students

Primary and Pre-Primary Registration

From January to May, schools invite families in our region to register children who will be eligible for Primary or Pre-Primary in the next school year. We encourage families to register as early as possible during the January to May Pre Primary/Primary registration period, both to help us plan for the new school year and to ensure children have opportunities to join orientation events.

To register for Pre-Primary, a child must be at least four years old by December 31 of the year they enter the program.
To register for Primary, a child must be at least five years old by December 31 of the year they start school.

● Schools will ask you to verify your child's birth date with a piece of identification, such as a birth certificate, passport, immigration documents, etc. Online Registration, you can start your child's school registration online anytime. After you submit the online registration form, your school will contact you to complete the registration process and collect additional information about your child, such as allergies or medical information.

● Online Student Registration Form Phone/Email Registration, you can also contact your local school by phone or email to register. For school contact information, visit www.avrce.ca/our-schools. How to Find Your Local School Use the “Catchment Search” button at www.avrce.ca/our-schools to search for your school using your civic address. You can also check with our Transportation Division at 902-538-4641 (toll free 1-800-850-3887), or transportation@avrce.ca. More information on Pre-Primary is available at www.avrce.ca/article/pre-primary-programs.