Early start for some N.S. students
Posted Sep 5, 2012 09:30:54 AM.
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It was the first day of school Wednesday in Nova Scotia’s public schools, but private institutions got a one-day jump on the new school year.
Tuesday was the first day of classes at Halifax Independent School, although students said the curriculum was pretty relaxed.
“We didn’t have math. We had lunch, snack. We had circle time, which we always have, and we had jobs, choir. Pretty much that’s all,” Liam told News 95.7.
The most significant part of the day for the young scholars was a building contest – a fun test of the students’ cooperation, strategy and architecture skills.
“We had a contest for who could build the highest structure with only one meter of string, 20 sticks of pasta, one metre of tape and two marshmallows,” said Lily.
While some of the private school attendees didn’t mind being in class a day earlier than their public school counterparts, others were not pleased about the situation.
“All my siblings go to a different school,” said Bella. “So, I woke up early this morning and they were all still in bed. But it was fun.”
As most students headed back to class Wednesday, police were reminding parents to give themselves extra time and urging all motorists to exercise patience.
“We’re going to have extra pedestrian traffic with students, extra motorists as people are through with their summer vacations,” said Const. Brian Palmeter. “So, the roadways will be busier, and people just need to take their time, be patient and make sure it’s a safe day for everybody.”
“There’s no sense cutting through schoolyard areas to get to where you’re going,” he said. “You’re better sticking to main commuter routes.”
Police will be monitoring school zones to ensure that motorists are adhering to the new 30 km/h speed limit which came into effect Sept. 1.
