Daily Announcements

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Cafeteria: Lunch ordering open now. Closes tomorrow at noon

General Announcements:

A reminder to students to be respectful to our community member’s property by not littering on the road or cutting through peoples property etc.
Missed out on last month's school merch sales?? We are having another sale from Wednesday May 13 till Friday May 15 during junior and senior high lunch. Get school merch at a discounted price. Limited sizing available.
If you have any dance shoes you would like to donate to dancers who cannot afford shoes- Please see Kayla Mariner-Hartlin or drop them off at the Lake & Shore Rec Centre attached to Porters Lake Elementary.

Spain and Portugal 2027 Trip Announcements:

Students going on the Europe Trip to Spain and Portugal 2027 - there will be a short meeting at the start of lunch Today in the wood lab.

Athletic Announcements:

-A very important meeting for all Track and field athletes today at the beginning of Junior high lunch in Mr Watt’s classroom, room 154 or the Junior High learning centre. Athletes are encouraged to check their event registration outside the gym.

-All SLO pitch games are cancelled today

-Girls Rugby Practice @ ESC-Tuesday, May 12·3:30 – 5:15pm

-Track and Field practice TODAY after school until 430pm

-Jr Girls softball practice Today from 630-730pm at the old Gaetz Brook Jr High School

-Junior High Boys Softball signup sheet is posted outside of senior high washrooms

Monday, May 11, 2026

General Announcements:

A reminder to students to be respectful to our community member’s property by not littering on the road or cutting through peoples property etc.

Spain and Portugal 2027 Trip Announcements:

Students going on the Europe Trip to Spain and Portugal 2027 - there will be a short meeting at the start of lunch on Tuesday, May 12 in the wood lab.

Techsploration Announcements:

Can all students in the grade 9 Techsploration team meet in Mrs Richards room at the start of lunchtime for a quick check in meeting.

Athletics:

Sr High boys and girls softball games are cancelled today

Track and Field practice Tuesday after school until 430pm

Jr Girls softball practice Tuesday from 630-730pm at the old Gaetz Brook Jr high School

Friday, May 8, 2026- Today is Jr. High Day H, Sr. High follows Thursday's schedule

General Announcements:

Reminder to students to be respectful of private property. Please do not cut through yards or drive on others property.

Student Council Announcements:

Today there will be card making and decorating available at both lunches in the cafeteria for mothers day.

Seniors, a reminder to check your email and fill out the prom awards voting form from Mrs Stevens

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

General Announcements:

-The province is testing emergency alert system at 1:55 today. Be advised if you are having an assessment during that period. All cell phones should alert.

-There is a lunch and learn- Steps to finding employment on Wednesday, May 27 and your School Liason Dawn during lunch. Pizza will be available and a drew for a door prize. Limited to 8 participants. Please see Dawn to sign up.

-School Liaison Dawn Gardiner is available today in space 100, outside the Art and Media rooms if you require assistance with a resume, cover letter, interview skills, job search or career exploration, Please stop by for an appointment.

Today is: Day at the Museum in Mr. Odo’s room.

-The Gr 7s created World War I dioramas and they will be on display from 10:30am - 11:30pm. Junior High teachers are welcome to take their students down, and students are welcome to pop-in at the beginning of lunch recess to see the dioramas.

-Banana bread sale today and tomorrow during Jr. High lunch, $2.00 a slice or $5.00 for 3 slices. All proceeds are going to help elderly animals find homes.

Student council:

-This Friday there will be card making and decorating available at both lunches in the cafeteria for mothers day.

Seniors, a reminder to check your email and fill out the prom awards voting form from Mrs Stevens

Athletic Announcements:

-Boys Rugby Game @ Mainland Commons vs Lockview, Wednesday, May 6·4:30 – 6:00pm

-Last night the Girls Box lacrosse team finished the tournament with an impressive 6-2 win over Auburn to win the 2026 Metro Championship. This was a Division 1 Tournament with schools well over 3-5 times the population of ESC. The hard work paid off with the girls scoring 41 goals for with only 9 against throughout the tournament. Great work ladies, you should be very proud!!!

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

General Announcements:

Wednesday will be: Day at the Museum in Mr. Odo’s room.

Student Council Announcements:

-Jr high council today in Mrs McCullough's room at Jr high lunch.

-This Friday there will be card making and decorating available at both lunches in the cafeteria for mothers day.

-Seniors, a reminder to check your email and fill out the prom awards voting form from Mrs Stevens

Band & Music Announcements:
-Musical Theatre will rehearse tomorrow afterschool until 430pm

-A reminder to any band students in grades 7, 8 or 9 that we will have a rehearsal today at lunch for those of you who are interested in auditioning for the Junior Wind Ensemble next year.

-Jazz Band will rehearse Thursday at 8am

Techsploration Announcements:
-There will be a meeting lunch time today in Mrs Richards room.

Athletic Announcements:

-Girls Rugby Game @ Cole Harbour Turf vs Dartmouth High, Tuesday, May 5·4:30 – 5:45pm

-SH Boys Slo-Pitch Practice @ East Chezz Field, Tuesday, May 5·4:00 – 5:30pm

-The Girls Lacrosse team punched their ticket to the finals today with a 4-0 win over Woodlawn. The girls had scoring from 4 different players showing the depth of this team. Come out and cheer on the girls at 7:30 pm tonight vs Auburn.

-The boys lacrosse lost a heartbreaker last night to Lockview 7-5. Boys had an amazing tournament, making the Shore proud. Shout out to the seniors and the coaches for the dedication to this team.

Monday, May 4, 2026

Techsploration Announcements:

-Can the Techsploration team please meet today in Mrs Richards room.

Athletics:

The Jr girls softball team is posted outside the gym, please see Ms, White at lunch in the cafeteria.

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Friday, May 1, 2026- TODAY IS JR. HIGH DAY G, SR. HIGH FOLLOWS WEDNESDAY'S SCHEDULE

General Announcements:

-Today is the last day for the battery drive for junior high. The class with the most batteries will win a special treat!

2027 Europe Trip:

There will be a fundraising meeting today at the start of lunch in the wood lab regarding upcoming fundraisers that start next week.
Reminder as well to check the google classroom for announcements and forms to fill in.

Yearbook Announcements: Junior High Student Council please come to Mme Webber’s room at the beginning of lunch for your yearbook picture.

Thursday April 30, 2026

TOMORROW WILL BE JR. HIGH DAY G, SR. HIGH FOLLOWS WEDNESDAY'S SCHEDULE

General Announcements:

-Attention grade 12 graduating class! ESC is beginning the class of 2026 Valedictorian selection process! This is a great honour to commemorate the journey you and your classmates took to reach graduation and to address our entire school community! It is something that is sure to make your family proud for years to come. And it is an amazing accomplishment to beef up your resume! If you are interested in giving an interesting, clever, funny, and moving speech to your graduating class, families, and school staff, please write a 5-10 minute speech. We are asking that you present your speech to the best of your abilities on video. Feel free to use a phone. Please see Mr. Stoffman for tips, guidance, and the scoring rubric as early as possible. Please share your best version with hstoffman@gnspes.ca by Monday May 1st. If you have any questions or need help, please do not hesitate to ask!

-Starting Monday April 27 until Friday May 1, there will be a battery drive for the junior high. Please bring in single use batteries to the boxes located in any of the junior high classrooms. The class with the most batteries will win a special treat!

Yearbook Announcements:

Reminder to senior high yearbook committee members that we are meeting today at lunch in the wood lab.

2027 Europe Trip:

There will be a fundraising meeting at the start of lunch on Friday in the wood lab regarding upcoming fundraisers that start next week.
Reminder as well to check the google classroom for announcements and forms to fill in.

Athletic Announcements:

-Girls Ringette players MUST attend the meeting today at 12:15pm in 108, Mr. Kent’s room.

-SH Boys Slo-Pitch Tryout @ East Chezz Field Thursday, April 30·4:00 – 5:30pm

-Girls Rugby Game @ Cole Harbour Turf vs Woodlawn Thursday, April 30·4:30 – 5:45pm

-Girls SH Slo-Pitch list will be posted outside the washroom. All on the list have a practice at 4pm at Bennets Field.

-Girls SH Lacrosse team finished the round robin with a 5-0 win over Woodlawn securing the #1 seed and a bye to the semi finals On Monday at 6pm the Lebrun.

-Boys SH Lacrosse also went undefeated securing the #1 seed and playing the same Monday night at 9pm at Lebrun.

-So combined our lacrosse teams went 8-0 quite the accomplishment for the smallest school in HRCE….fans are encouraged to attend Mondays Games…

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

NO CLASSES TODAY

ATHLETICS:

Jr. high girls softball tryouts tomorrow morning 7:30-8:30 am at ESC

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

Cafeteria information:

-Lunch ordering is now open, if you need assistance please come to the main office.

General Announcements:

Attention grade 12 graduating class! ESC is beginning the class of 2026 Valedictorian selection process! This is a great honour to commemorate the journey you and your classmates took to reach graduation and to address our entire school community! It is something that is sure to make your family proud for years to come. And it is an amazing accomplishment to beef up your resume! If you are interested in giving an interesting, clever, funny, and moving speech to your graduating class, families, and school staff, please write a 5-10 minute speech. We are asking that you present your speech to the best of your abilities on video. Feel free to use a phone. Please see Mr. Stoffman for tips, guidance, and the scoring rubric as early as possible. Please share your best version with hstoffman@gnspes.ca by Monday May 1st. If you have any questions or need help, please do not hesitate to ask!

-D & D is cancelled today but will resume next week

Athletic Announcements:

-Girls Ringette players MUST attend the meeting Thursday at 12:15pm in 108, Mr. Kent’s room.

-SH Boys Slo-Pitch Tryout @ East Chezz Field Tuesday, April 28·4:00 – 5:30pm

-Jr High Girls Soft ball tryout 3:30- 4:30

-Girls Sr. high Slo Pitch Practice/Tryout Tuesday at Bennets field at 4pm.

-Just a reminder for wednesday April 29 3:15 - 4:45 Boys Rugby game @ Cole Harbour Turf VS CPA

-Girls lacrosse game tonight at 8 pm at Lebrun

-Girls lacrosse practice Wednesday at 4pm at ESRC

-Boys Lacrosse practice Wednesday at 5pm at ESRC

-The Boys Rugby team scored an impressive 30-12 win yesterday over Auburn.

Monday, April 27, 2026

Cafeteria information:

-Lunch ordering is now open, if you need assistance please come to the main office.

General Announcements:

-Starting today until Friday May 1, there will be a battery drive for the junior high. Please bring in single use batteries to the boxes located in any of the junior high classrooms. The class with the most batteries will win a special treat!

Athletics

-Flag football

Monday, April 27·3:30 – 5:30pm

-Boys Rugby Game @ Burnside Turf vs Auburn

Monday, April 27·4:30 – 5:30pm

-Girls Jr. High softball tryouts tomorrow after school until 4:30 pm

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Friday, April 24, 2026- TODAY IS JR HIGH DAY F, SR. HIGH FOLLOWS TUESDAY'S SCHEDULE

Cafeteria Information:

-Ordering for lunch opens today at noon, if you need help ordering your lunch please come to the main office.

General Announcements:

-Any student going on the trip to Europe 2027 please check the Google classroom for a message.

-Oliver Wolfe and Georgia Mitchell please report to the library when announcements are finished

Techsploration Announcements:
-A reminder to techsploration students to return trip consent forms to Mrs Richards. We will meet on Tuesday and Thursday at lunchtime in preparation for the trip.

Athletic Announcements:

-Badminton Friday, April 24·3:30 – 5:00pm

Thursday April 23, 2026

TOMORROW IS JR HIGH DAY F, SR. HIGH FOLLOWS TUESDAY'S SCHEDULE

General Announcements:

Student Council Announcements:

-This Thursday is World book day, so dress up as your favourite book character or author. There will be bookmark decorating and colouring set up in the cafeteria at lunch

Band Announcements:
-A massive congratulations to the ESCS Senior Band who received a GOLD placement at the Truro Festival of Music yesterday. They played incredibly well and have positive comments from everyone all around - job well done by everyone.

-A reminder if you are travelling to Neptune Theatre for Come from Away, please come to the cafeteria right now with teachers permission.

Techsploration Announcements:
A reminder to techsploration students to return trip consent forms to Mrs Richards. We will meet on Tuesday and Thursday at lunchtime in preparation for the trip.

Athletic Announcements:

SH Boys slo-pitch tryouts - Thursday 3:30 - 5pm at ESC - Please sign up on the sheet by the washrooms if you are planning on trying out

Girls Rugby Practice @ ESC

Thursday, April 23·3:30 – 5:15pm

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Cafeteria Information:

-To all jr. and sr. high students- there are now no longer any white and blue tokens being given out. If you forgot your lunch, please go to the cafeteria window and let them know you would like a lunch but are not on the list. If there is a meal available they will give you one. We will only have limited numbers of extra meals. You are encouraged to order your meals online. If you need help when the ordering window is open, please see the main office. The next ordering window opens this Friday, April 24.

General Announcements:

-Shout out to the Readers Rumble team for their excellence in the competition yesterday at Armbrae Academy, placing 7th out of 13 teams. For our first time participating in Readers Rumble it was a great showing. The team is already planning strategies for next year. Remember, “Be Kind, Read Hard”!

-There will be a beading workshop in Ms. Chisholm’s room at lunch today. Please bring your lunch to the art room at lunch if you’re interested in learning how to bead.

Student council:

This Thursday is World book day, so dress up as your favourite book character or author. There will be bookmark decorating and colouring set up in the cafeteria at lunch

Techsploration Announcements:
A reminder to techsploration students to return trip consent forms to Mrs Richards. We will meet on Tuesday and Thursday lunchtimes in preparation for the trip.

Athletic Announcements:

SH Boys slo-pitch tryouts - Thursday 3:30 - 5pm at ESC. Please sign up on the sheet by the washrooms if you are planning on trying out

Boys Rugby Game @ Cole Harbour Turf vs Bayview

Wednesday, April 22·4:30 – 5:30pm, if you need a drive see Mr.Kent.

-Girls Slo Pitch Tryout is Friday at 3:30 at ESC. Girls should be prepared for either the gym or field.

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Cafeteria information:

General Announcements:

-Have you ever wanted to try out beading? There will be a beading workshop in Ms. Chisholm’s room at lunch on Wednesday for anyone interested. Please see Ms. Chisholm to sign up today or tomorrow.

-Readers Rumble participants please go to Ms. MacDonald’s room as soon as the lunch bell rings so the group can leave on time.

Student Council Announcements:

-This Thursday is World book day, so dress up as your favourite book character or author. There will be bookmark decorating and colouring set up in the cafeteria at lunch

-Jr high council will be meeting today in Mrs. McCullough's Room

Band & Music Announcements:

-Attention all Musical Theatre enthusiasts - Ms. Penwell has a few extra tickets for senior high students who are interested in going to Neptune Theatre on Thursday to see Come from Away. Tickets are $35 dollars and you must return the form tomorrow morning. If you are interested, come by the band room today.

Techsploration Announcements:
-A reminder to Techsploration students to return trip consent forms to Mrs Richards. We will meet on Tuesday and Thursday lunchtimes in preparation for the trip.

Athletic Announcements:

SH Boys slo-pitch tryouts - Thursday 3:30 - 5pm at ESC

Girls Rugby Game @ Cole Harbour Turf vs Mosiaque

Tuesday, April 21·4:30 – 5:45pm

Track and field practice Tuesday and Wednesday after school until 4:30 for jr and sr high school students

-Your girls Lax team scored an impressive 8-1 last night vs Millwood. Goal scorers were Tessa Macmillan with 3, Stella Haverstock with 2, and Lacy Poirier, Abbey Fahie, and Alexa Smith with singles. The girls are working hard and are now 3-0 in the tournament. The Girls are reminded of their practice today at the Eastern Shore Rink at 4pm. See Mr.Kent if you need a drive.

Monday, April 20, 2026

Cafeteria information:

General Announcements:

-The green team will be coming around first period to collect the recycling. Teachers are asked to put their blue bins out in the hall for easier collection.

-Readers Rumble participants please meet in Ms. MacDonald’s room at lunch for a final practice before the competition at Armbrae Academy tomorrow.

-Have you ever wanted to learn how to bead? There will be a beading workshop in Ms. Chisholm’s room on Wednesday at lunch. If interested please drop by her room today or tomorrow to sign up!

Student Council Announcements:

This Thursday is world book day, so dress as your favourite book character or author! There will be bookmark colouring and decorating set up at lunch in the cafeteria.

Jr high Council will be meeting tomorrow in Mrs.McCulloch’s room during Jr high lunch

Techsploration Announcements:
A reminder to Techsploration students to return trip consent forms to Mrs Richards. We will meet on Tuesday and Thursday lunchtimes in preparation for the trip.

Athletics

-SH Boys slo-pitch tryouts - Thursday 3:30 - 5pm at ESC

Flag football

Monday, April 20·3:30 – 5:30pm

Boys Rugby Practice @ ESC

Monday, April 20·5:30 – 7:30pm

Girls Lacrosse Game @ Lebrun vs Millwood

Monday, April 20·9:00 – 10:00pm9

-There will be a girls lacrosse practice Tuesday at 4pm-5 at Eastern Shore rink.

-The boys lacrosse will have a practice on Tuesday from 5 -6 at Eastern Shore Rink

-Track and field practice tuesday and wednesday after school until 430 for jr and sr high school students

Friday, April 17, 2026 -TOMORROW IS JR HIGH DAY E, SR. HIGH FOLLOWS MONDAY'S SCHEDULE

Cafeteria Information:

To all jr. and sr. high students- there are now no longer any white and blue tokens being given out. If you forgot your lunch, please go to the cafeteria window and let them know you would like a lunch but are not on the list. If there is a meal available they will give you one. We will only have limited numbers of extra meals. You are encouraged to order your meals online. If you need help when the ordering window is open, please see the main office.

General Announcements:

-Readers Rumble participants will meet in Ms. MacDonald’s room today and Monday at lunch for the final practices before the competition on Tuesday at Armbrae Academy.

Band & Music Announcements:

-A reminder to all band and senior musical theatre students to hand in their Come From Away permission forms to Ms. Penwell by the end of the day today.

Athletic Announcements:

-SH GIRLS SLO PITCH Friday, April 17·3:30 – 5:00pm ESC Gym

-Boys Lacrosse Game @ Lebrun vs JLI Friday, April 17·6:00 – 7:00pm

Thursday April 16, 2026

TOMORROW IS JR HIGH DAY E, SR. HIGH FOLLOWS MONDAY'S SCHEDULE

Cafeteria Information

General Announcements:

-Final notice, if there are any junior high students interested in joining a guitar club, please come see Mr. Odo today at lunch time. The school has guitars available if needed. There can be a maximum of 5 or 6 students for the club.

Athletic Announcements:

-Congratulations to James Douglas! The new Eastern Shore Consolidated Junior High Chess Champion. After a long season, he marched through the playoffs making quick work of his opponents and hoisting the trophy. Congrats to Ben Rideout for his second place finish and playing exceptionally well.

-Girls Rugby Practice at ESC

Thursday, April 16·3:30 – 5:15pm

-Boys Lacrosse Game @ GEC Pad B vs Citadel

Thursday, April 16·7:00 – 8:00pm

-Friday April 17th from 3:30-5:15 there will be a SH Girls Slo Pitch shake off the rust session in the ESC gym. See Mr Kent with questions…There is a sign up sheet in the main hall.

-There will be a meeting for the boys flag football team at the beginning of lunch with Ms. Whyte in the cafeteria

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Cafeteria Information:

-To all jr. and sr. high students- there are now no longer any white and blue tokens being given out. If you forgot your lunch, please go to the cafeteria window and let them know you would like a lunch but are not on the list. If there is a meal available they will give you one. We will only have limited numbers of extra meals. You are encouraged to order your meals online. Lunch ordering is open today until noon. If you need help please see the main office.

-Reminder to Jr. high students that red and green tokens were eliminated about 2 weeks ago and you collect your ordered lunch by going to the cafeteria window with your name.

General Announcements:

-Readers Rumble participants are reminded of their practices at lunch today, Thursday, Friday, and Monday in preparation for the competition at Armbrae Academy next Tuesday.

Today there is….

-Boys Rugby game @ Burnside Turf vs. Citadel 4:30-5:30pm

-Girl Lacrosse stayed undefeated with an impressive 11-0 win over CPA. Abby Fahie came away with the sock-trick which is 5 goals in one game!! Tessa Mcmillan with 3, Stella Haverstock with 2 and Nadia Jakeman with a single.

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Cafeteria information:

-Lunch ordering is now open. Closes tomorrow at noon. If you need help ordering, please stop by the main office.

General Announcements:

-Readers Rumble meeting today at lunch in Ms. MacDonald’s room.

Student Council Announcements:

-Junior high Council will be meeting today at junior high lunch in Mrs. McCulloch’s room

Athletic Announcements:

-Your Coyote Girls Lacrosse team squeezed out a 7-6 win over Lockview last night. Shout out to goal scorers Tessa Macmillan and Olivia Matheson who each had a hat trick. Also Stella Haverstock chipped in with a single. Girls are reminded of their game tonight vs CPA, girls are asked to be there at 6pm at Greenfoot

-There will be a girls high school slo pitch sign up sheet by the gym wall. All interested girls should sign up.

Monday, April 13, 2026

Cafeteria information:

Lunch ordering is open now. If you need assistance ordering, please come to the main office.

General Announcements:

Readers Rumble participants please meet Tuesday at lunch in Ms. MacDonald’s room.

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Friday, April 10, 2026-JR. HIGH DAY H, SR. HIGH FOLLOWS THURSDAY'S SCHEDULE

General Announcements:

-If you left something on the sink in the senior high this week, we have it in the main office.

-If you forgot something on bus 3201 this morning please stop by the main office.

Yearbook Announcements:

-There are only 15 yearbooks available left for purchase. If you would like a yearbook this year- now is the time to order before they sell out!!!!

Athletic Announcements:

-Jr girls and boys flag football practice Monday after school until 530pm

Thursday April 9, 2026-

TOMORROW WILL BE JR. HIGH DAY H, SR. HIGH FOLLOWS THURSDAY'S SCHEDULE

General Announcements:

-Last day of our Coyotes clothing blowout sale during jr and sr high lunches. All items are discounted including beanies, shirts and hoodies. Limited sizing available so shop early!

-Readers Rumble participants please meet in Ms. MacDonald’s room at lunch today. Don’t forget your flash cards and summary sheets.

-Reminder to grads- Grad gown order forms must be completed by April 22. Please check your email, the forms only take a few minutes to fill out.

-Any junior high students interested in joining a Guitar Club please come to Mr. Odo’s room at lunch to show interest. A maximum of five students are eligible, so please only attend the meeting if you are truly interested. Having your own guitar may not be necessary to start, since some can be provided.

-If you are in grade 10 or 11 this year and interested in going to Spain and Portugal next March Break (2027)... The parent information meeting for the Europe Trip 2027 will be TONIGHT, 6 to 7pm here at the school.

Athletic Announcements:

-Jr Boys and girls flag football practice Thursday after school until 530pm

-Shout out to Greta and Leann for their silver medal at the county Jr Badminton tournament and to Mya and Maric on your bronze medal!

-Congratulations to Greta and Leann for a 4th place finish at Jr Badminton regionals yesterday. Way to represent Yotes!

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

General Announcements:

Coyotes clothing blowout sale happening over the next couple days during jr and sr high lunches. All items are discounted including beanies, tshirts and hoodies. Limited sizing available so shop early!

Reminder to grads- Grad gown order forms must be completed by April 22. Please check your email, the forms only take a few minutes to fill out.

If you are in grade 10 or 11 this year and interested in going to Spain and Portugal next March Break (2027)... The parent information meeting for the Europe Trip 2027 will be Thursday evening 6 to 7pm here at the school.

Band & Music Announcements:
Musical Theatre is cancelled for today as Ms. Penwell is not here.

Athletic Announcements:

The semi-finals for the Chess Championship is today. Could all members of the Chess Club please come to Mr. Odo’s room for a yearbook photo. Greatly appreciated.

Boys Rugby practice from 330-515 today after school in the gym

Boys Lacrosse tonight 530-7PM at ESC

Jr Boys and girls flag football practice Thursday after school until 530pm

Girls lacrosse Practice 7:15-9pm On Thursday April 9th. See Mr Kent if you can’t make it.

See Mr Kent in room 108 if you are missing a Lacrosse helmet and gloves

Tuesday, April 7, 2026

Cafeteria information:

General Announcements:

Readers Rumble participants please meet in Ms. MacDonald’s room at lunch today.

D&D is cancelled today

Student Council Announcements:

Our New Mascot needs a name! Remember, submissions for name ideas can be handed in to Ms Bray, Ms Watson and at the office. Last day for submissions is tomorrow!

Mascot Showdown tickets are on sale during senior high lunch for $10. Come cheer on our mascot on April 16th at Bayview High!

Athletic Announcements:

Girls rugby game 315 vs Cole Hbr at the Cole Hbr Turf

Wednesday, April 1, 2026

Cafeteria Information:

Reminder to all students that there are no classes for any students tomorrow, Friday or Monday.

School Liaison Dawn Gardiner is available today in space 100, outside the Art and Media rooms if you require assistance with a resume, cover letter, interview skills, job search or career exploration, Please stop by for an appointment.

We will be having a clothing blowout sale beginning on April 7th to clear out all apparel from the previous year. For Senior high students the sale will be held from April 7 until April 9 at lunch. Junior high students April 7th during the lunch period as well. All items have been changed to a new discounted price.

Europe trip parent meeting will be Thursday April 9, 6-7pm in the cafeteria.

Student council:

March madness is finishing today, April 1st. This year our school is doing a dollar drive and donations will be collected in cups in each of the classrooms. Donations will be rounded up each day at Sr high lunch and counted, and the total amount raised will be revealed at the end!

This week is Easter week, and today is Floral Day!

Mascot showdown is happening April 16th! If you’re a highschooler interested in going, see the table at lunch. Tickets are $10

Athletic Announcements:

The Junior High Chess Championship Tournament continues today! Today is the quarter-finals. Good luck today competitors!

Boys are reminded of their rugby game today. The team will be dismissed 10 min before the bell. See Mr.Kent if you are in need of a drive.

Both the boys and girls lacrosse team have a tryout on Monday April 6th at 12-2pm at the Gray Arena in Dartmouth. All interested players should attend. See Mr Kent for questions or concerns.

Girls Rugby practice will be held 2:30 - 4pm on Thursday April 2nd on Burnside Turf. All girls should attend.

Tuesday, March 31, 2026

General Announcements:

There will be a meeting at lunchtime on Tuesday in the computer lab for anyone who wants to help with the prom decorations and make the selections for the meal and the theme.

There will be a meeting at lunch for anyone interested interested in helping with a mural that’s going to be painted in the jr. high wing. Please come to Ms.Chisholm’s room at the bell with your lunch.

Student Council Announcements:

March madness is finishing tomorrow, April 1st. This year our school is doing a dollar drive and donations will be collected in cups in each of the classrooms. Donations will be rounded up each day at Sr high lunch and counted, and the total amount raised will be revealed at the end!

This is Easter week! Today is pastel colours day with a colouring contest at lunch and Tomorrow is Floral Day!

Mascot showdown is happening April 16th! If you’re a highschooler interested in going, see the table at lunch. Tickets are $10

Athletic Announcements:

G9-12 Girls Lacrosse

Tuesday, March 31·3:30 – 5:30pm at ESC

Boys Lacrosse - G 9-12

Tuesday, March 31·5:30 – 7:30pm at ESC

Monday, March 30, 2026

General Announcements:

-There will be a meeting at lunchtime on Tuesday in the computer lab for anyone who wants to help with the prom decorations and make the selections for the meal and the theme.

-Readers Rumble participants please meet in Ms. MacDonald’s room at lunch on Tuesday.

Student Council Announcements:

-March Madness is finishing this week on April 1st. This year our school is doing a dollar drive and donations will be collected in cups in each of the classrooms. Donations will be rounded up each day at Sr high lunch and counted, and the total amount raised will be revealed at the end!

-This is Easter week! Today is Bunny hugs day so wear your comfiest hoodies with an egg hunt at lunch, Tomorrow is pastel colours day with a colouring contest at lunch and Wednesday is Floral Day!

-Mascot showdown is happening April 16th! If you’re a highschooler interested in going, see the table at lunch. Tickets are $10

Athletics

-Due to pending weather both the girls and boys lacrosse tryout scheduled for Tuesday March 31 st will be moved to ESC gym. The girls will start at 3:30, boys at 5:30.

-Jr Girls and Boys flag football practices Mondays 330-5pm and Thursdays 33-430pm.

School Clothing Announcement

-We will be having a clothing blowout sale beginning on April 7th to clear out all apparel from the previous year. For Senior high students the sale will be held from April 7 until April 9 at lunch. Junior high students April 7th during the lunch period as well. All items have been changed to a new discounted price including beanies, t-shirts and hoodies. There is limited sizing available.

Friday, March 27, 2026 JR. HIGH DAY G, SR. HIGH FOLLOWS WEDNESDAY'S SCHEDULE

Cafeteria Information:

-School lunch ordering has opened. If you need any assistance ordering please come to the main office

Student Council Announcements:

-March Madness has started this week and will run until April 1st. This year our school is doing a dollar drive and donations will be collected in cups in each of the classrooms. Donations will be rounded up each day at Sr high lunch and counted, and the total amount raised will be revealed at the end!

-Next week is Easter week! Monday is Bunny hugs day so wear your comfiest hoodies with an egg hunt at lunch, Tuesday is pastel colours day with a colouring contest at lunch and Wednesday is Floral Day!

Athletic Announcements:

Badminton

Friday, March 27·3:30 – 5:00pm

-Jr Girls and Boys flag football practices Mondays 330-5pm and Thursdays 33-430pm.

HERE IS THE LINK TO WATCH OUR GIRLS HOCKEY TEAM COMPETE IN PROVINCIALS http://www.youtube.com/@NKECBroadcasting They play today at 2:15pm and 8:00pm. And tomorrow (Saturday) at 2:00pm. Here is a link to the girls tournament website https://ssnshockey.grayjayleagues.com/l/602/girls-d2-provincials/schedule/

HERE IS THE LINK TO WATCH OUR BOYS HOCKEY TEAM COMPETE IN PROVINCIALS https://www.youtube.com/@PEWNSPORTS Waiting for schedule updates. Here is a link tot he boys tournament website: https://ssnshockey.grayjayleagues.com/l/600/boys-d2-provincials/schedule/

Thursday, March 26, 2026

TOMORROW WILL BE JR. HIGH DAY G, SR. HIGH FOLLOWS WEDNESDAY'S SCHEDULE

General Announcements:

-Readers Rumble participants please meet in Ms. MacDonald’s room at lunch today.

Student Council Announcements:

Athletic Announcements:

-Girls Rugby Practice 3:30 - 5:15 Thursday March 26th

-Boys Rugby Practice Thursday, March 26·5:15 – 7:30pm

***All members of these teams must attend practice to prepare for this weekend's Cayley Fox Tournament. A Tournament dedicated to 2012 graduate of ESDH.

-Also make sure to wish your ESC hockey players good luck. Both our boys and girls hockey teams are competing at Provincials this weekend. They have worked very hard this year and to both make the Provincials is quite an accomplishment. A shout out to the coaches, and managers for all of their hard work. Also to Ms. Caya who has given up her weekend to support the girls.

-Jr Girls and Boys flag football practices Mondays 330-5pm and Thursdays 33-430pm.

Wednesday, March 25, 2026

General Announcements:

Students interested in volunteering with the school breakfast program please see Mr Watt at lunch time today in room 154.
-Today the Junior High Chess championship will be held in Mr. Odo’s room. The participants are ready after a long regular season. May the best player win and receive the Pro Star Championship trophy.

Student council:

-March madness has started this week and will run until April 1st. This year our school is doing a dollar drive and donations will be collected in cups in each of the classrooms. Donations will be rounded up each day at Sr high lunch and counted, and the total amount raised will be revealed at the end!

Band & Music Announcements:
-Senior Musical Theatre will rehearse today afterschool until 430pm

-Jazz Band will rehearse tomorrow at 8am
A reminder of the meeting for all London travellers tomorrow at lunch in the band room.

Yearbook Announcements:

-Grads- Today is your last chance to fill out the grad poll. If you haven’t done it yet, you have til noon today to complete yours.

Athletic Announcements:

-Gr 9-12 Girls Lacrosse Tryouts at ESC Wednesday, March 25 5-7pm in full gear

-Girls Rugby practice 3:30 on Thursday Mar 26th - All girls must attend

-Boys Rugby practice 530 on Thursday Mar 26th - All boys must attend

Tuesday, March 24, 2026

General Announcements:

Readers Rumble participants please meet in Ms. MacDonald’s room at lunch today and at lunch Thursday. Ms. MacDonald’s room will be closed to all other students today and Thursday.

Student Council Announcements:

-Next week is Easter week! Monday is bunny hugs day, so wear your comfiest sweater with an egg hunt at lunch, Tuesday is pastel colours day with a colouring contest at lunch, and Wednesday is floral day!

Band & Music Announcements:
-Senior Musical Theatre will rehearse tomorrow afterschool until 430pm

-Jazz Band will rehearse Thursday at 8am

-A reminder to all band students travelling to London of the meeting Thursday at lunch

Athletic Announcements:

-Boys Rugby Practice today 3:30-5:30pm

-Girls Rugby Practice today 5:30-7:30 pm

-Boys Grade 9-12 Lacrosse Tryouts this evening 7:30-9:30pm

- Girls Lacrosse Tryouts Wednesday at 3:30-full gear in the gym

Monday, March 23, 2026

General Announcements:

Readers Rumble participants please meet in Ms. MacDonald’s room on Tuesday and Thursday at lunch this week.

Student Council Announcements:

March madness has started today, and will run until April 1st! This year our school is participating by doing a dollar drive, and any money brought in can be put into the donation cups in each classroom. Donations will be collected and counted each day at lunch and the final amount will be revealed at the end!

HAVE A HAPPY MARCH BREAK! WE WILL WELCOME STUDENTS BACK ON MONDAY, MARCH 23, 2026

Friday, March 13, 2026- Sr. High follows Tuesday's schedule.

Student Council Announcements:

-March madness is starting the week after March break! March Madness is the NCAA (national collegiate athletic association) men's basketball tournament and during it, schools fundraise for charities of their choice. It goes from March 23rd to April 1st, and this year Eastern Shore is participating by doing a dollar drive! Collection for donations will be in every classroom, and be collected to be counted each lunch hour. Proceeds will be donated to the Birches and Musquodoboit Harbour community fridge

Yearbook Announcements:

-Grade 12’s - Check your email for an updated link for access to the grad poll. This will be open until Wednesday, March 25th at 12 (noon).

Thursday March 12, 2026

***TOMORROW -JR. HIGH THERE IS NO SCHOOL, SR. HIGH FOLLOWS TUESDAY'S SCHEDULE***

General Announcements:

-If anyone is interested in being part of the prom decorating committee, there will be a meeting at lunch starting at 12:15 on Thursday, March 12 in the media lab - room 108

-Any grade 10 or 11 who is interested in visiting Spain and Portugal next March Break, there will be a short info meeting today at the start of lunch in room 104 (the wood lab).

Student Council Announcements:

Band Announcements:

-A massive congratulations to all the senior band students and junior musical theatre students on their performance Tuesday night. You sang and played your heart out and it was a great night of music, well done everyone. Thank you to everyone who came and supported these musicians.

Yearbook Announcements:

-Grade 12’s - Check your email for an updated link for access to the grad poll. This will be open until Wednesday, March 25th at 12 (noon).

Athletic Announcements:

-The final tryout for jr boys and girls flag football will be this Thursday after school until 5pm.

-Sr. High Rugby Thursday March 12th at the barn

Boys 6-730pm

Girls 7:30 -9pm

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

General Announcements:

If anyone is interested in being part of the prom decorating committee, there will be a meeting at lunch starting at 12:15 on Thursday, March 12 in the media lab - room 108

Any grade 10 or 11 who is interested in visiting Spain and Portugal next March Break, there will be a short info meeting Thursday at the start of lunch in room 104 (the wood lab).

Have you lost a gold coloured key? If so- It is in the main office

Have you lost a black cinch bag? If so- It is in the main office

Chess Club today in Mr. Odo’s room. The draw for the final tournament will be today! (Please READ)

Student council:

March madness is starting the week after March break! March Madness is the NCAA (national collegiate athletic association) men's basketball tournament and during it, schools fundraise for charities of their choice. It goes from March 23rd to April 1st, and this year Eastern Shore is participating by doing a dollar drive! Collection for donations will be in every classroom, and be collected to be counted each lunch hour. Proceeds will be donated to the Birches and Musquodoboit Harbour community fridge

Band & Music Announcements:
A massive congratulations to all the performers at last night’s concert. There was great music from all, the junior musical theatre group put on a fantastic performance, and the senior concert band had us grooving in our seats. Well done to everyone.

Senior Musical Theatre today afterschool

Guidance Announcements:

Canadian Armed Forces will be here during High School Lunch in the main hallway today for anyone interested in speaking with them.

Yearbook Announcements:

Grade 12’s - Check your email for an updated link for access to the grad poll. This will be open until Wednesday, March 25th at 12 (noon).

Athletic Announcements:

****Rugby Practice on Tuesday March 10th is moved to Wednesday March 11th for Boys and Girls in the gym

Rugby Thursday March 12th at the barn

Boys 6-730pm

Girls 7:30 -9pm

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

General Announcements:

If anyone is interested in being part of the prom decorating committee, there will be a meeting at lunch starting at 12:15 on Thursday, March 12 in the media lab - room 108

Any grade 10 or 11 who is interested in visiting Spain and Portugal next March Break, there will be a short info meeting Thursday at the start of lunch in room 104 (the wood lab).

Student Council Announcements:

Yearbook Announcements:

Grade 12’s - Check your email for access to the grad poll. This will be open until Wednesday, March 25th at 12 (noon).

Athletic Announcements:

Rugby practices This week

*****Practice on Tuesday March 10th is moved to Wednesday March 11th for Boys and Girls in the gym

Thursday March 12th at the barn

Boys 6-730pm

Girls 7:30 -9pm

The final tryout for jr boys and girls flag football will be this Thursday after school until 5pm.

Monday, March 9, 2026

General Announcements:

Readers Rumble participants please meet in Ms. MacDonald’s room at lunch today. Ms. MacDonald’s room will be closed at lunch to anyone who is not part of the Readers Rumble.

Yearbook Announcements:

Grade 12’s - Check your email for access to the grad poll. This will be open until Wednesday, March 25th at 12 (noon).

Athletic Announcements:

Jr boys flag football tryouts today after school until 5pm

Last tryout for Jr girls flag football is Thursday after school until 430pm

Friday, March 6, 2026 - Jr. High Day E, Sr. High follows Monday's schedule

General Announcements:

-Do you want to get in some volunteer hours over March break, while having fun? Well, if so- the U7 Eastern Shore Mariners Hockey Association will be having their hockey Jamboree on Saturday, March 14th and Sunday March 15th. To sign up come to the main office and sign your name. For more information contact Mr. Kent or Eva Arnold.

Band & Music Announcements:

-A reminder to all junior musical theatre soloists of the rehearsal today at lunch.

-The ESCS Band and Jr. Musical theatre has a concert on Tuesday, March 10th. The concert is British Themed and includes music from The Beatles, Elton John and the Junior Musical Theatre group. Come and see these amazing musicians. Doors open at 6:30pm, and the concert starts at 7:00pm

Athletic Announcements:

-Would all members of the girls hockey team with teachers permission come to Mr Kent's room 108 after announcements for a short 5 min meeting.

Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Cafeteria Information:

Jr High lunch tokens will be distributed to classes before lunch today

General Announcements:

Do you want to get in some volunteer hours over March break, while having fun? Well, if so- the U7 Eastern Shore Mariners Hockey Association will be having their hockey Jamboree on Saturday, March 14th and Sunday March 15th. To sign up, come to the main office and sign your name. For more information contact Mr. Kent or Eva Arnold.

Band & Music Announcements:

Junior Musical Theatre will today until 5:00pm

Senior Musical Theatre will not rehearse this week

Jazz band will rehearse tomorrow at 8am

A reminder to all students going on the London trip of the important meeting tomorrow at 6:30pm

The ESCS Band and Jr. Musical theatre has a concert on Tuesday, March 10th. The concert is British Themed and includes music from The Beatles, Elton John and Matilda. Come and see these amazing musicians. Doors open at 6:30pm, and the concert starts at 7:00pm

Athletic Announcements:

Badminton 330 today

Jr Girls flag football tryouts thursday after school until 5pm. Boys tryouts will be next Monday after school until 5pm.

Tuesday, March 3, 2026

Cafeteria information:

Lunch ordering closes tomorrow. If you need assistance ordering lunch, please see Mrs. Karsten or Mrs. Miller in the main office.

General Announcements:

Do you want to get in some volunteer hours over March break, while having fun? Well, if so- the U7 Eastern Shore Mariners Hockey Association will be having their hockey Jamboree on Saturday, March 14th and Sunday March 15th. To sign up come to the main office and sign your name. For more information contact Mr. Kent or Eva Arnold.

Readers Rumble participants please remember to meet in Ms. MacDonald’s room at lunch today

Band & Music Announcements:
Junior Musical Theatre will rehearse this week until 5:00pm. Don’t forget to bring everything you need for costumes, come with your change of clothes into your blacks.

Senior Musical Theatre will not rehearse this week

Jazz band will rehearse Thursday at 8am

A reminder to all students going on the London trip of the important meeting this Thursday at 6:30pm

The ESCS Band and Jr. Musical Theatre has a concert on Thursday, March 10th. The concert is British Themed and includes music from The Beatles, Elton John and Matilda. Come and see these amazing musicians. Doors open at 6:30pm, and the concert starts at 7:00pm

Yearbook Announcements: Anyone who would like to help out with the junior high yearbook, please meet in Mme Webber’s room (room 159) today at lunch.

Athletic Announcements:

SH Boys and Girls Rugby today 330-530

Reminder to the Jr boys and girls basketball teams to return their jerseys to Ms. Whyte ASAP

Jr Girls flag football tryouts Thursday after school until 5pm. Boys tryouts will be next Monday after school until 5pm.

Monday, March 2, 2026

General Announcements:

Readers Rumble participants please meet in Ms. MacDonald’s room at lunch today.

Junior high students please note that Ms. MacDonald’s room will be closed at lunch every day this week due to Readers Rumble practices.

Reminder to students who are driving. Our parking lot is for staff and grade 12’s only. Any grade 12’s wanting to park in our lot MUST have a parking pass issued by the office.

Band/Music Announcements:
Junior Musical Theatre will rehearse this week until 5:00pm

Senior Musical Theatre will not rehearse this week

Jazz band will rehearse Thursday at 8am

A reminder to all students going on the London trip of the important meeting this Thursday at 6:30pm

The ESCS Band and Jr. Musical theatre has a concert on Thursday, March 10th. The concert is British Themed and includes music from The Beatles, Elton John and Matilda. Come and see these amazing musicians. Doors open at 6:30pm, and the concert starts at 7:00pm

Athletic Announcements:

Congratulations to our Girls and Boys hockey teams on winning their division and regional finals! Both teams are off to provincials at the end of March. Way to go Coyotes!!!

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