October 15, 2026 Announcements           

Ojibwe Word of the Day

Mskwaa

(mis-kwah)

Meaning: Red

1.      Pick up Your Yearbook in room 316 Today.  There are still yearbooks available for purchase - $45 (See Mrs. Smit) 

2.      Leadership Council – The NLSS Leadership Council is planning to meet weekly on Thursdays.  Join us today at lunch in the Rosemary Room.  If you’re interested in helping make NLSS a safe, more inclusive place where everyone feels they belong, come join us.  You’ll have opportunities to learn more about racism and anti-racism, Indigenous cultures and perspectives, and ways we can make NLSS a more inclusive community.  No previous leadership experience is needed.  Just bring your ideas, your curiosity, and your voice!

3.      Playoff Baseball – For the first time in over 10 years the Eagles are playing playoff baseball.  The team is hosting the semi-final game right here in Forest after school on Monday.  Come out and support the team as they work towards the LKSSAA title.

4.      Optimist Volleyball Coaches – The list of students that have been selected to coach Optimist Volleyball is posted outside both the boys and girls’ change rooms.  Thanks to everyone that has volunteered.

5.      Rugby 7’s!  - Reminder for the girls’ team – bring back your safety forms to Ms. Haisman ASAP!  Tournament permission forms are now ready. Practice continues today after school.

6.      Chess Club – will meet today, October 15th in Room 184 at 11 AM.  Please be on time.

7.      Library – Need a mid-day break?  Head to the library at lunch.  We’re hosting Fall Colouring Week every day this week during lunch.  We’ll have tons of cool autumn colouring sheets, supplies, and a quiet spot to hang out with friends while you eat. (Mrs. Herrington)