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February is African Heritage Month, celebrating the culture, history, and achievements of African Nova Scotians and people of African ancestry. The 2026 theme is "Strength in Unity - Moving...

Interested in enrolling your child in French Immersion, Integrated French, or Intensive French? Information sessions for specialized French Programs are happening in January and February....

If your little one will be ready for big school in September 2026, it's time to register!

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A sepia-toned photo tinted red, yellow and green, showing a group of standing in a circle holding hands, looking down at the camera. Text in the middle says, "Strength in Unity".

February is African Heritage Month, celebrating the culture, history, and achievements of African Nova Scotians and people of African ancestry. The 2026 theme is "Strength in Unity - Moving Forward with Purpose, Prosperity, Power and Progress."

Interested in enrolling your child in French Immersion, Integrated French, or Intensive French? Information sessions for specialized French Programs are happening in January and February. Click for details. 

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Connect with AVRCE's Parent Navigator if you have questions about programs, services, and supports at school and in the community.

Due to recent school cancellations, there are changes to the high school assessment (exam) schedule.

If your little one will be ready for big school in September 2026, it's time to register!

Text "Y" to 978338 from a mobile number on file with your school to receive text message notices from your school and AVRCE. 

The January Monthly Update includes information about course selection and pathways for high school students, tips for effective studying to prepare for end-of-semester assessments, and an infographic on the importance of striving for on-time arrival at school as much as possible.

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