Communication

Feb Calendar

Important Dates in February

Please view the attachment for O'Connell's important dates in February.

Food Drive Poster

Share the Love Food Drive

O'Connell is having a food drive to help support families in need in our own community. Please send in non-perishable food donations February 9-13th. You may also choose to make monetary donations through school cash in lieu of food donations.

Registration Month Poster

February is Registration Month

Do you have or know a child who will be starting Pre Primary or Primary this fall? It’s time to register!  

African Heritage Poster

February is African Heritage Month

African Heritage Month in Nova Scotia is a time to recognize and celebrate the rich history, vibrant culture, and lasting contributions of people of African descent in our province.

Host Family Poster

Open your home to an international student!

Have you considered opening your home to an international student?

February 16 is Heritage Day

Nova Scotia Heritage Day is celebrated on Monday, February 16, and provides an opportunity for students and families to learn more about the people, stories, and events that have shaped our province.

Thriving poster

Thriving Offline: How Delaying Smartphones Can Help Kids Flourish

Thriving Offline: How Delaying Smartphones Can Help Kids Flourish, a free community event hosted by Unplugged Canada at St. Margaret’s Bay Elementary, is available both in person and virtually. 

Power Outage

Power Outage Information for Families

As we move into the winter months, we want to share how decisions are made when a school experiences a power outage. 

flu vaccine poster

Learn About the Influenza Vaccine

Please share the following with families on behalf of the Nova Scotia Department of Health and Wellness.

Fast Facts about the Flu Vaccine

apps

Online Platform Risks From Unplugged Canada

Sharing on behalf of Unplugged Canada