Quebec Federation of Home and School Associations

📷 Quebec parents! How is social and technological change affecting family life? Parents of elementary and high school students are invited to take part in the National Survey on Family Well-Being: udes.limesurvey.net/681162

It's here! Take a peek at the QFHSA's latest newsmagazine. There's something for everyone—tips for a successful year, news from our local associations, and even a little history quiz! You'll find all this and more in the QFHSA News: bit.ly/3TP9aRK

Happy Rosh Hashanah to all who will be celebrating this evening!

Hello October! Best wishes to all for a wonderful month full of optimism! Action for Happiness has tips to help you stay optimistic each and every day this month.

"This is what reconciliation is all about. We must build a new post-colonial society where we shed our old attitudes and prejudices and go forward together." Doug Cuthand, Little Pine First Nation

First Fall Friday! It must be time for a scavenger hunt! You and the kids are sure to enjoy this one from Active for Life: activeforlife.com/fall-activ…

Grants Available! Canadian Parents for French - Québec & Nunavut is awarding grants to organizations creating opportunities for youth to learn/practice their French. Find out how to apply here: qc-nu.cpf.ca/en/the-mary-joy… Deadline for applications: December 6th

It's coming soon! Watch this space for the latest issue of the QFHSA News, our federation's quarterly newsmagazine. As usual, it is full of news, information, and delightful photos from local Home and School Associations.

Why vote at the upcoming school board elections? Mr. Joe Ortana, QESBA president and EMSB chair, writes: "School board elections are critical to the vitality of Quebec’s English-speaking community." Read Mr. Ortana's article here: bit.ly/3ZSrJIL

What's it like to be a school principal? This installment from the QFHSA's Children's Literacy Resource Guide gives a peek into a principal's busy day: qfhsa.org/wp-content/uploads…

High school entrance exam season is upon us. Alloprof is here to help with some great tips for parents. Learn everything from how to help your child manage exam anxiety, review concepts, and feel ready for exam day: bit.ly/3BbU7v5

Friday Fun: Let's collect fall leaves! Good Housekeeping has 40 craft ideas for all those beautiful leaves you find: goodhousekeeping.com/life/pa…

It's Circus Time! Canadian Parents for French - Québec & Nunavut is offering a circus workshop on Zoom with a professional circus artist! This activity takes place on Wednesday, September 25 and is geared to 6- to 13-yr-olds. Find out more/register here: qc-nu.cpf.ca/en/virtual-cult…

As you know, September 30 is Canada's National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The Vancouver Public Library has put together a list of books for children up to age 12 on the topic: vpl.bibliocommons.com/list/s… The books could be a great starting point for a family discussion.

Did you know...? The advance polls for the English School Board elections will take place on Sunday, October 27. (Election Day is Sunday, November 3.) You can visit your school board's website for more information.

Save the Date! The QFHSA is holding its annual Fall Conference on Saturday, November 16. Open to all parents, our half-day event will include informative workshops and plenty of opportunities for parents to meet and share ideas. More details coming soon!

It's a weekend made for outdoor fun! Although it is mid September, the days feel like summer. How about a nature walk to collect the first few fall leaves? Or maybe a visit to the park, a bike ride, or a last dip in a lake or stream? Enjoy!

The seasons are changing... Learn all about the Fall Equinox with this short and informative video from National Geographic: youtu.be/enlih8M5DN0

Local Home and Schools, we'd love to hear from you! Send us your news and photos and we will happily include them in the "Focus on the Locals" section of the QFHSA News! Email [email protected] today!

The CARE Conference is happening in 2 weeks! Held on Sept. 25 & 26, the event will unite the Quebec English School Boards Association with community partners and government representatives for discussions on a wide variety of topics. Find out more here: qesba.qc.ca/.../care-confere…