Communication

Poster showing details of how school closure is decided

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.  

Poster of poppies for Remembrance Day

November 11 is Remembrance Day

Remembrance Day holds an important place in our schools as it provides a meaningful opportunity for our students to learn about the sacrifices made by veterans and all those who have served in times of conflict.

Indigenous Veterans Day poster

November 8 is Indigenous Veterans Day

Indigenous Veterans Day is an important occasion to honour the sacrifices and contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples who have served in the Canadian Armed Forces.

Halloween poster

Happy Halloween!

For all those who celebrate Halloween we hope you have a safe and enjoyable day.

Happy Diwali poster

Happy Diwali

To everyone in the Joseph Howe community celebrating Diwali, we wish you peace and happiness.

Community night poster

Community Night @ Joseph Howe School

Join us for Community Night on Thursday, October 16, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM!

Bus Safety Poster

October 20-24 is School Bus Safety Week

Student safety is a shared responsibility! During School Bus Safety Week, everyone can work together to ensure the safety of students on and around the school bus.

Did you know that HRCE has more than 33,000 students who ride the school bus every day? 

Thanksgiving poster

Happy Thanksgiving!

We wish you a happy Thanksgiving day, from all at Joseph Howe.

October is Mi'kmaq History Month

October is Mi'kmaq History Month, a time to celebrate and recognize the rich culture, history, and contributions of the Mi'kmaq people. In our schools, we can honour this month by incorporating Mi'kmaq stories, traditions and teachings into our curriculum.