35th Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest 

Students are invited to enter their pumpkin creation in the following categories:

  • Scariest
  • Funniest
  • Most Unique
  • Largest
  • Smallest
  • Storybook Character

On Thursday October 31 please bring your carved pumpkins to the courtyard doors (between the Grade 1 & 2 doors at the back of the school between 8:30 am and 8:50 am. 

Halloween Day

Students are welcome to come in costumes on October 31.  The decision to dress up is optional and is a personal choice. We support your decision to send your child dressed up or not. If your child does not want to dress up, then they are welcome to wear regular school attire or wear orange and/or black.

If your child dresses up, please ensure they can move in their costume as they will be going outside for recess in their costume and participating in gym class. They also need to be able to independently use the washroom and redress themselves. We will not be able to support all children if they have difficulty with their choice in costume.

To ensure all students stay safe, we will have the following Halloween expectations: 

  • Please do not send any treats for the classrooms that day, as we can not share any food or treats.
  • Students can not wear masks at school.
  • Students are unable to bring any toy weapons (i.e swords, knives, etc.)
  • Students are discouraged from bringing objects that they need to hold (i.e. wands, shields) as holding these items makes learning hard. 
  • Please ensure the costumes are appropriate for small children to view (no gore or frightening costume attire)
  • Following Halloween, please help us with healthy eating choices and only send a maximum of 2 treats per day for the student's lunch or snack.

Thank you for your support to ensure everyone has a fun and safe Halloween. 

Diwali Celebrations

Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is the Hindu festival of lights, with variations celebrated in other Indian religions. If your child will be away on October 31 or November 1, please contact the school and inform the office that your child will be away for a religious holiday. It is always helpful if your child informs their teacher of their upcoming absence. For those who celebrate, CJM family is wishing you and your family a very Happy Diwali. 


Respectfully, 


Alison Marsters

Principal, Chief Justice Milvain School