October 2026

Dear Families,

Happy Fall! As the crisp autumn air settles in and the leaves begin to turn shades of red, gold, and orange, we want to take a moment to say how grateful we are for our wonderful school community.

The first weeks of the school year have flown by, and our students have settled wonderfully into their new routines, classrooms, and friendships. Fall reminds us that change is beautiful—it is a season of growth, fresh curiosity, and watching our children learn and flourish every single day.

Yours truly, 

Jenn, Stephaine, and Terri-Jean 

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Theme: Every story is unique, every journey matters

• Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women. 

• Breast cancer occurs in every country and can affect women at any age after puberty, with incidence increasing later in life. 

Every action matters...

•  Raise awareness: Share accurate information about breast cancer and the importance of seeking care promptly when symptoms occur.

• Listen and support : Recognize that every person’s experience of breast cancer is different, and ensure that people affected by the disease are supported throughout their journey.

https://www.who.int/news-room/events/detail/2026/10/01/default-calendar/breast-cancer-awareness-month-2026

World Mental Health Day

Lived Experiences Heard: Real Voices, Real Change

• People's lived experience is one of our most powerful tools for improving mental health.  

• People's lived experiences shape our work across policy and advocacy, research, and mental health resources.

• Globally, more than a billion people live with a mental health condition. 

• Mental health is about our overall well-being and our ability to manage life’s challenges, recognize our strengths, learn and work, and be part of our communities.

•  Mental health can change over time and looks different for everyone.

• It has value in and of itself, serves an important purpose, and is a basic human right.

https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/our-work/campaigns/world-mental-health-day

https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/mental-health-strengthening-our-response

Child Health Month

• Is a day of awareness for children’s health and well-being 

• Specialized healthcare for children wasn’t widely acknowledged until the 1860s, when the first children’s hospitals were built. 

How to celebrate National Children's Health Day

• Schedule your child’s next check-up appointment

• Introduce more healthy foods into your child’s diet

• Exercise or play a sport together

• Cook a well-balanced meal together

• Play outside in the fresh air

• Teach your child how to check in with their body and recognize how they're feeling

https://www.stjude.org/get-involved/holidays/national-childrens-health-day.html