Friday's Remembrance Day Assembly

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This Friday’s Remembrance Day Assembly
-       It will start in the gym at 10:30 in the morning.
-       Everyone is welcome to attend. Please join us!
-    The grade 5/6 students will be singing a song as one choir led by Ms. Enns.
-       About nine grade 5/6 students will be sharing their poetry (Beau, Georgia and Joe will be sharing their writing from Room 8).
-       All grade 5/6 students are needing to wear black (or dark) bottoms and a white (or light) top. No hoodies please.
-       Students will be given a poppy to wear at school before the start of the assembly.
-       Students are encouraged to bring a donation for the Poppy Campaign.
-       Reminders: there is no clapping at this assembly, please have your phones on silent

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