Northeast Kings Education Centre

Day 8

Friday, May 17th, 2024

Announcements

May 17th International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia 

The world is seeing hard-won progress in protecting the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex and asexual people – but there is still a long road ahead. 

 To spotlight the advances and challenges, the theme of the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia this year is: “No one left behind: Equality, freedom and justice for all.” 

Among the recent advances: Social and legal norms have shifted away from criminalizing LGBTQIA+ people and towards safeguarding their rights. Since 2019, 11 countries have legalize marriage equality.  Since 2017, 13 countries have removed laws criminalizing LGBTQIA+ sexuality. 

 In this challenging global context, Canada remains determined to work collaboratively with members of civil society at home and abroad to protect and advance 2SLGBTQI+ rights. Canada puts respect for human rights at the heart of its international engagement through the Feminist International Assistance Policy, and last year we launched our first-ever 2SLGBTQIA+ Action Plan.

“Today, (May 17th) around the world, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, civil society groups, human rights defenders, community members and allies are standing together against homophobia, transphobia, and biphobia. Canada stands with them. Human rights belong to all people, everywhere, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity and expression.” Federal Government of Canada

RCMP Presentation Next Tuesday at 11am!

If you are interested in learning more about a career with the RCMP please sign up in student services or you can email Mrs. Pineo-Sponagle!

MS Rugby:

There will be rugby practice next Tuesday, after school, from 3:30-4:30.  Please get your forms and fees into Mrs. Baldwin ASAP.

Jr. Girls Softball

The girls will be having their first game Tuesday against WHMS at 4pm.  With teachers permission players can leave school at 3pm.  After school today is an optional hitting practice.

High School Drama

Make sure your fees are in by the end of day today or you will not be able to attend Drama Fest. 

MUSIC DEPARTMENT

At the end of this busy week, the Grade 7’s have two rehearsals today: Period 3 & Period 8. Grade 8’s have a rehearsal with the 7’s during Period 8. See you soon!

Reminder - there is NO SCHOOL on Monday, so Sr. Concert Band please look over the music before our trip on Wednesday!

Exciting News - Sara Cecena Garcia Bursary

Each year a select few international students from across the province are selected as recipients of the Sara Cecena Garcia Bursary.  Sara was a charismatic student who was always willing to help others and always maintained a positive attitude.  This bursary was created in her memory and is awarded to students who share her qualities.  For the first time in Northeast Kings history, one of our NSISP students was selected and has earned a full scholarship to join us here again next year.  Congratulations to Joanna Murray!!  Your Titan family is excited to have you returning next year!

Sr. Girls Rugby 

Congratulations girls on your win against CK 77-12 way to go.