​National Truth and Reconciliation Week & Orange Shirt Day at Nestor Tomorrow – Friday, September 27^th

Nestor Elementary has been recognizing Truth and Reconciliation Week this week with a number of learning opportunities. We've been spending time talking about the continued impact of residential schools and the truth and reconciliation process in Canada.

On Friday, we are inviting all students to wear orange shirts. Orange Shirt Day is intended to raise awareness of the individual, family and community inter-generational impacts of residential schools, and to promote the concept of “Every Child Matters". The orange shirt is a symbol of the stripping away of culture, freedom and self-esteem experienced by Indigenous children over generations.

Please visit the following link for local events and learning opportunities in Coquitlam: Click here for link

National Truth and Reconciliation Day – Monday, September 30^th – School Not In Session
A reminder that schools will not be in session on Monday, September 30^th. We will welcome back all our students on Tuesday, October 1^st.
 
Photo Day – Tuesday, October 1^st
A reminder next Tuesday, October 1st is Photo Day at Nestor. Instructions for how to order photos and retakes will be sent out shortly after Photo Day.