Announcements – Wednesday, May 13th Posted on May 13, 2026 Announcements for Wednesday, May 13, 2026 Day 3 Today, as we continue with PRIDE week celebrations, we are talking about kindness and allyship. Being a good ally means standing up for others, supporting them, and making sure they feel respected—no matter their gender identity, sexual orientation, or background. It’s about creating a school where everyone feels safe, included, and valued. Even small actions—like using someone’s correct name or pronouns, speaking up against unfairness, or simply being kind—can make a big difference. Let’s keep working together to build a community where everyone feels seen, heard, and supported. Wellness: May is Sexual Violence Awareness month and tomorrow the KV Police will be here to teach us all about how to be safer, especially on-line. All English homerooms will have their presentations tomorrow morning and French homerooms will be on Friday. This presentation will be age appropriate and approximately 30-40 minutes long. If any students are concerned and would like to speak with Mr. Stu or another caring staff member, please let your teacher know. Music: A reminder to Senior Band of rehearsal today after school. Our year end concert is in just two weeks! It ends at 4:30. Athletics: There will be a practice for the Girls’ Softball team after school today from 3 – 4 pm. The following students have not handed in their softball forms: Ella, Elliana, Layla and Arissa. Please return your forms (filled out and signed) to either Mme Wood or Mme McLean asap. There will be a tryout after school on Thursday for all boys who have signed up for Flag Football. Please remember to check that you are able to attend the tournament Friday, May 22nd and Saturday, May 23rd prior to coming to the tryout. Any questions, please see Ms. Hannam. All volleyball players are asked to return their washed jerseys to Ms. Hannam by the end of the week. Other: WWE is cancelled today. Applications for Year End awards will soon be open next week, students can nominate themselves or a friend. Start thinking about your accomplishments and why you are deserving. Cougar Cub (gr 6), Junior Cougar (gr 7) and Senior Cougar (gr 8), Principal’s Award and the James G. MacDonald award. Yearbook: There are fewer than 50 copies left available for purchase. Order yours today before they sell out. https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/2524602/Quispamsis-Middle-School/2026-Yearbook/2025091604221702074/CATALOG_SHOP/ Grade 8 students, this announcement is specifically for you. Please send Mme Spinks ONE toddler / pre-school age photo to be used in the year end, Grade 8 Slide Show. Please send ONE digital photo to shawna.spinks@nbed.nb.ca before Friday, May 29th. Please include your name as you wish it to appear on the slide and please watch for a reply. If you do not receive an email reply, the photo was not received. Student Volunteers Needed – Quispamsis Elementary School is hosting their 4th Annual Spring Fling on Friday May 29th. This will be a fun community event with games, face painting, balloon animals and more. They are looking for student volunteers to help run the games. Volunteers will be needed from 5:30-8:00 pm on May 29th. If anyone is interested in helping out, please email Julie.urquhart@nbed.nb.ca by Friday May 22nd. Volunteers will be provided supper (2 slices of pizza) when they arrive at 5:30pm. Thank you, hope to see you there! Daily Affirmation – I’m ready to make my dreams come true PRIDE Passes – A grade 6 student was motivated to make a massive improvement in Math class. Her hard work and effort paid off. A grade 7 student offered to write the spelling words on the board which helped out the teacher and the class. Tuesday Trivia – National Denim Day – The Cure / Breast Cancer Research 30 minutes of daily exercise can lower breast cancer risk by 30-50%. Breast cancer survivors who walk briskly for 1-2 hours a week have a 40% lower risk of dying from the disease. In the 1950s, blue jeans were banned in places like schools, theaters, and restaurants as they were seen as a form of rebellion against society.