Communication

December calendar

Important Dates to Remember in December

Important dates to remember in December

December 1: Report cards sent home via email 
December 3: International Day of Persons with Disabilities 

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Planning for Inclement Weather

Did you know? HRCE takes great care when making the decision to alter the regular operations of schools and school buses in the event of severe or inclement weather.  

Schools Plus

Schools Plus is here to support you

SchoolsPlus is a confidential, free service available in every school in Nova Scotia. Our goal is to build positive relationships between families, schools, and communities. 

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We're ALWAYS hiring!

Did you know that HRCE has more than 10,000 employees serving more than 60,000 students? 

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Resources for Parents from Unplugged Canada

If you’re concerned about your kids’ screen time, smartphone use, or social media pressure, there are some wonderful resources below to help parents and caregivers navigate the challenges of raising kids in a digital world.

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New educational technology resource for families

New educational technology resource for families

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OCDES Spirit Days 25-26

Attached is a list of the spirit days for the remainder of the year. The spirit days are themed, but you are encouraged to get creative and interpret them in your own way.

"Back to school" written on a chalk board

Welcome to the 2025-26 school year!

Families,

Welcome to the 2025-26 school year! We hope you are as excited as we are for the learning ahead.

Last day of the 2024-25 school year!

The following was sent to HRCE families on June 30, 2025.

Families,