October 10, 2025
Please take a few moments to review the updates below.
Grade 6 Provincial Assessments
The Nova Scotia Assessment: Reading, Writing, and Mathematics (RWM6) will take place over four days in October.
Leslie Thomas dates:
• Tuesday, October 14 – Mathematics Day 1
• Thursday, October 16 – Mathematics Day 2
• Friday, October 17 – Make-Up Day
Grade 7 Immunization Clinic
Public Health will hold our Grade 7 Immunization Clinic on Friday, October 17.
Vaccines offered:
• Meningococcal ACYW-135
• Hepatitis B (first dose)
• HPV-9
Consent forms have been sent home and must be returned by Tuesday, October 14.
If you do not wish your child to participate, please indicate this on the form and return it.
Clinic day tips:
• Wear a short-sleeved shirt
• Eat breakfast and bring a water bottle
• Ensure medical history, allergies, and contact information are filled out clearly
If your child is absent, Public Health will arrange catch-up options.
Questions can be directed to Public Health at 902-481-4956 or 1-877-334-3032.
School Dance
We’re excited for our first school dance on Thursday, October 16 from 6:30–8:00 p.m. A DJ will provide music and lights.
Tickets: $8
Please use SchoolCash Online (Dance SchoolCash Tickets) to purchase tickets in advance. Online sales close at noon on the day of the dance.
Dance reminders:
• All school rules apply
• Students must attend school that day to participate
• Canteen available for cash purchases (cafeteria only)
• Outerwear, backpacks, and cell phones will be checked and stored securely
• Students must remain until 8:00 p.m.
• Accessible areas: cafeteria, gym, and main floor washrooms
Code of Conduct Reminder
We are committed to providing a safe school and learning environment here at Leslie Thomas. Lately, we are noticing some behaviours that need to be addressed in order to maintain the safe learning environment for all students and staff. Students have been taught about the Code of Conduct in September. As you may be aware, the province of Nova Scotia rolled out an updated Code of Conduct for schools this September as part of the Safe Schools Strategy. We invite you to take an opportunity to review the new Code of Conduct and the corresponding document entitled Guide for Responding to Unacceptable Behaviours, which guide our consequences. We ask you to have conversations with your child(ren) to ensure they understand the expected behaviours while at school. Thank you for your on-going support!
Homework Hub (Mathematics)
Free online math tutoring is available through the Nova Scotia Homework Hub:
• Grades 4–6: Monday–Wednesday, 5:30–7:30 p.m.
• Grades 7–12: Sunday–Thursday, 5:30–9:30 p.m.
Visit the Nova Scotia Homework Hub website for details.
Important Dates
• October 13 – Thanksgiving (No Students)
• October 16 – School Dance
• October 17 – Grade 7 Immunization Clinic
• October 24 – Conference Day (No Students)
• October 27 – Picture Retakes