Evelyn Richardson Memorial Elementary School

**NS School Lunch 2026-2027 Important and Time Sensitive Information**

Start date: Lunches at ERMES will begin on Tuesday, September 8.

Key dates for the first ordering cycle:

• Ordering opens: Friday, August 28
• Ordering closes: Wednesday, September 2, at noon


Registering and ordering

- All lunches must be ordered through the online ordering system. To get started, visit www.NSLunch.ca and click “Order Now.”

- Returning users can sign in using their existing account.

- New users will need to create an account and provide:

GNSPES account information for students, or My NS Account information for parents and guardians.
The student’s name, exactly as it appears in PowerSchool
The student’s PowerSchool ID
Make sure the students’ name is entered exactly as it appears in PowerSchool so the account can connect properly. If you receive a mismatch error, check your student information is entered correctly. You will only be able to place an order three times with a mismatch error.

More information, including instructions on how to create a diner account, is available at www.NSLunch.ca.

Nova Scotia School Lunch Program The Nova Scotia School Lunch Program brings wholesome, nutritious lunches to public school students every school day, right across Nova Scotia.

We can’t wait to see you!!! Classes begin for students on Thursday, September 3rd!

A quick reminder for those who applied - Pack the Sack Pick Up is happening today 10-5pm, and tomorrow, August 21st 10-4 🥳

We are looking to hire coverage for our ECEs, for an hour, in our pre-primary room. This position could possibly be paired with an additional hour of lunch and playground supervision.

🍦☀️ SCOOP UP SOME SUMMER FUN! ☀️🍦

It’s time for an ICE CREAM SOCIAL! 🎉🍨

Come cool down, satisfy your sweet tooth, and enjoy an afternoon filled with ice cream, toppings, laughs, and good company! 😋💕

🍫 Load up on your favourite homemade toppings
😂 Enjoy some laughs
💛 Connect with your community

Bring your family, bring a friend, and come make some sweet summer memories with us! 🌈☀️

🍨 Because life is better with sprinkles! 🍨✨

🌞🏖️ OUR AUGUST BEACH BASH IS GOING TO BE MAGIC! ✨🪄

We’re getting ready for another BIG day of sun, fun & family memories at our Stoney Island Beach Bash on Friday, August 28th from 11 AM–3 PM! 🏖️🎉

While our four-legged friends 🐴 won’t be able to join us this time, we’ve decided to bring in something VERY SPECIAL for the kids — and the kids at heart! ❤️

✨🪄 SPECIAL MAGIC SHOW AT 1:00 PM by The AMAZING MR.J ! 🪄✨

And that’s not all! We’ll have:
🐚 Sea Shell Dig
✨ Glitter Tattoos
🥔 Potato Sack Races
💪 Tug of War
🍔 BBQ by Rona from 12–2 PM
🎶 Music
🪣Sand Sculpture Competition
🏆 Prizes
🪄 AND OUR SPECIAL MAGIC SHOW AT 1 PM!

Bring the whole family, your beach gear, and your best summer vibes! 😎☀️

📍 Stoney Island Beach
📅 Friday, August 28th
⏰ 11 AM–3 PM

We can’t wait to see you there for our FINAL BEACH BASH OF THE SUMMER! 🌊💛

Come for the beach… stay for the MAGIC! 🪄✨

🎒 Grade 7 Orientation Day @ BMHS

August 18th | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM

Come join us for a fun morning as we get ready for Grade 7! We’ll meet in the front foyer for a tour of the school, practice using our locks, have some fun, and make some new friends! 😊

This is a post to share upcoming events with families that will be happening at ERMES. This will be a pinned post and will edited and updated.

ERMES Upcoming Events 2026-2027

August 28 th - Pre-Primary Family Orientation with new pre-primary students. ECEs will reach out to families with times.

September 1 and 2 - Staff PD and Orgainizational Days

September 3rd - First day of School for Students- We can't wait to see you!

September 7th - Labour Day - No School for students or staff

September 10th - Pink Shirt Day

September 24 th - Tenative Picture Day/ September Student of the Month Assembly @ 8:30

September 25th - Professional Development Day -No school For Students / Teacher Assistant Appreciation Day

September 28th - Terry Fox School Run

September 29 th - Orange Shirt Day

September 30th - Truth and Reconciliation Day - No school for staff and students