Past Announcements (2025-26)

Grade 8 Year End Awards Nominations Now Open

Nominations for our Grade 8 non-academic awards are now open. Please click the respective link below to complete the nomination forms. All nominations must be received by June 19th at 12 noon. Please feel free to contact the school if you have any questions.  Click Here for a full list of Junior High Year End Awards.

School Closed June 18

School is closed on Thursday, June 18th for a PL Day to prepare year-end reports.

Annual Year End Band Concert

Our Annual Year End Band Concert will take place on  June 12 at 10:30am. Doors open at 10:15. Everyone welcome!

2026 Canadian Roots EF Tour

We are planning a Canadian Roots EF Tour to Montreal, Quebec City and Ottawa for November 7-12, 2026. This opportunity is open to current Grade 6 & 7 students (who will be in Grade 7 & 8 at the time of travel). Click Here for the memo that was e-mailed to parents. (This is also available under the'Memos' tab at the top of this page.)

Click Here for the parent meeting slideshow presentation.

Click Here for itinerary details and enrolment link.

Click Here for the Nov 24th Update Memo.

ICF and LFI Registration

Registration for both the Intensive Core French (ICF) program for current Grade 5 students moving to Grade 6 in September, and the Late French Immersion (LFI) prpgram for current Grade 6 students moving to Grade 7 in September, has closed. If you would like to register your child for either of these programs please email the school at juniperridgeint@nlesd.ca or call us at 437-3021. 

Athletic Fees

Click Here for a memo that was distributed regarding Athletic Fees for the 2025-26 school year. This information is also available undere the 'Memos' tab at the top of this page.

Something is Hatching at Juniper Ridge Intermediate! Watch our "Hatch Cam" Live!

We are thrilled to share an exciting, hands-on learning initiative currently underway in our Science program. Our students have been studying life cycles, and right now, we have real eggs warming in an incubator in our school lab!

To bring this incredible experience directly to you, we have set up a live "Hatch Cam" webcam. Our entire school community can now watch the incubator in real-time and share in the excitement as we wait for our new feathered friends to hatch!

Click Here to tune into the live stream!

PATH Pacers Program
Jack Byrne Regional Sport & Entertainment Centre is pleased to announce a new program aimed at students, aged 12 to 18.  Through this program, they will promote physical activity, improve mental health, foster socialization and provide educational resources through monthly tool kits!Students who participate in the Path Pacers program will be allowed access to the walking track during regular track hours, and receive a kit each month offering a healthy snack and materials related to health, fitness and well-being. This program is free of charge.

Walking Track Hours: Monday thru Thursday 9am- 9pm, Friday thru Sunday 9am- 6pm

Toolkits will be distributed as follows:

Jan 19-21, Feb 16-18, Mar 17-19, Apr 13-15 & May 11- 13

School Sports Opportunities
Elementary Running/Track & Field

There will be an open practice on Sunday, May 3, from 8:00am-9:15am in the JRI gym for any Grade 5 or 6 student interested in participating in NLAA Trackfest on May 30. All Grade 5 and 6 students are welcome to participate!

Elementary Baseball

This year SJMBA will be hosting the 2026 Sgt. Geoff Walsh Memorial Baseball tournament, it will take place on the weekend of May 22nd. This tournament is intended for students in Grades 5 & 6. The tournament consists of a competitive and a non-competitive (recreational) division. Any grade 5 or 6 students of any gender are welcome to participate. The registration cost of the tournament (which includes a JRI T-Shirt) will be approximately $50. 

Elementary Fastpitch Softball

Softball NL will be hosting a male & female Elementary Fastpitch Softball Tournament on the weekend of June 5-7. This tournament is intended for any of our Grade 5-6 students. It is strongly recommended that players registering have had prior experience playing fastpitch softball specifically, although it is not required. The registration cost of the tournament (which includes a JRI T-Shirt) will be approximately $50. If you are interested in coaching our JRI Elementary Fastpitch softball team, please email our Athletic Director at klarkchaytor@nlschools.ca.

Junior High Fastpitch Softball

Softball NL will be hosting a male & female Junior High Fastpitch Softball Tournament on the weekend of May 29-31. This tournament is intended for any of our Grade 7-8 students. Although it is not required, it is strongly recommended that players registering have had prior experience playing fastpitch softball specifically. The registration cost of the tournament (which includes a JRI T-Shirt) will be approximately $50. If you are interested in coaching our JRI Jr. High Fastpitch Softball team, please email Mr. Chaytor, our Athletic Director at klarkchaytor@nlschools.ca.

Earth Week Recycling Drive

A reminder for everyone to bring a recyclable container(s) to school on Tuesday, April 28th for our Earth Week Recycling Drive! If all students and staff brought just one item we will have almost 700 recycling items! Let's support this initiative as we recognize Earth Week at JRI!

Urgent Safety Warning re Watt's Pond Ice
We have received reports that Junior High students are accessing Watt's Pond during their unsupervised lunch break, including going onto the ice.This is extremely dangerous. Due to fluctuating temperatures, the ice is not guaranteed to be safe.
While we are communicating this message to our students while at school, we ask all parents and guardians to speak with your child immediately about the severe risk and the absolute necessity of avoiding Watt's Pond, and indeed all bodies of water, and staying off all ice. Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our students safe.

Special Initiative
We are designating Friday, April 24, 'Blue' day at JRI. Everyone is invited to wear something blue to school in memory of HTH student and former JRI student, Preston Stock. Click Here for details.

JH Health and Wellness Day

We are thrilled to announce the return of our Biannual Junior High Student Wellness & Exploration Day on Friday, April 24, 2026! This dedicated full-day event is designed specifically for our Grade 7 & 8 students to step outside the traditional classroom and dive into a world of discovery. Whether your passion lies in the lab, the studio, or the gym, there is something for everyone.
The day is packed with diverse workshops led by expert guest facilitators and our talented school staff. Our goal is to help students connect with peers, learn from professionals, and perhaps discover a brand-new hobby or career path.

Mark your calendars to ensure you don’t miss out on your preferred sessions:

• Friday, April 17: Workshop options will be shared with families. We encourage parents and students to review these together over the weekend. Click Here for Workshop options.

• Monday, April 20: Registration Day! Students will register for their five workshops during Period 2 via Google Forms. Click Here for the Workshop Schedule.

Friday, April 24: Event Day!

YMCA After School Program Expanding
The YMCA School Age Child Care program at Juniper Ridge Intermediate is expanding and spaces are available. Click the link below to visit the Early Learning Gateway to add your child to the waitlist and secure your spot.

Early Learning Gateway - Government of Newfoundland and Labrador

Easter Break

School will be closed for the Easter Break from April 3rd -12th. School will reopen on Monday, April 13 (Day 12 on our school calendar). We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable Easter Break! 

School Development Surveys

The provincial government has launched the annual school development surveys of students, parents/guardians, and staff. The data from these surveys will be used by our school to create our school development plan.  Please complete the family survey by Thursday, April 2, 2026, so we have representation from all of our families.  A memo and email has been sent out with more information.

School Update
Due to impending weather, school will be closed today, Wednesday, April 1.
All extra-curricular activities, including sports practices, are cancelled for today and this evening.

Reporting Period Reminders

- Term 2 Reports are rescheduled to distributed on March 25 due to the March 24 weather school closure.

- OPTIS will close at 2pm, Wednesday, March 25.
- Parent Teacher Meetings take place on March 26. (School will dismiss at 10:45am)

- School is Closed on March 27 for Teacher PL Day.

School Update

- School will remain closed for the remainder of the day, Tuesday, March 24, due to weather.
- All extracurricular activities, including sports practices, are cancelled for today and this evening, March 24.
- Term 2 Progress Reports will be distributed tomorrow, Wednesday, March 25.
- Junior High Grades in PowerSchool will be available at 3pm on March 24.
- OPTIS will remain open until 2pm, March 25, to book Parent-Teacher Meetings.
- School will close at 10:45am on Thursday, March 26 to facilitate meetings.
- School is closed Friday, March 27 for a Teacher PL Day.

School Closed for the Morning (March 24)

School will be closed for the morning on Tuesday, March 24, due to weather. There will be an update by 10:30am regarding afternoon classes.

Term 2 Reports & Parent Meetings
Term 2 Reports are being distributed on Tuesday, March 24, and Parent-Teacher Meetings are scheduled for Thursday, March 26. School will dismiss at 10:45am on this day to facilitate these meetings. Please refer to the memo that was e-mailed for more details. (This is also available under the 'Memos' tab at the top of this page.) Please note that Junior High PowerSchool grades access has been temporarily disabled until 3pm, March 24, to facilitate report preparation. 

Teacher Professional Learning Day

A reminder that school is closed on Monday, March 9 for a Teacher PL Day.

2026-27 French Programming
We are currently recruiting for both the Intensive Core French Program (for current Grade 5 students moving to Grade 6 in September 2026) and the Late French Immersion Program (for current Grade 6 students moving to Grade 7 in September 2026). Please note that these programs have limited availability, so it is therefore very important that parents register their child in a timely manner to help ensure they are assigned a seat. The registration schedule is as follows:

Late French Immersion: Registration 9am, Feb 16 - 11:59, Feb 20. Click Here for more information.

Intensive Core French: Registration 9am, Mar 2 - 11:59, Mar 6. Parent Information Session 6:30pm, Feb 26 at JRI. Click Here for more information.

ICF Registration Now Open

A reminder for Grade 5 parents who wish to enrol their child into the Intensive Core French (ICF) program for Grade 6, that registration opens at 9am, Monday, March 2. Seats in this program are limited; you are encouraged to register early to help ensure your child is assigned a seat. Registration is online at www.NLSchools.ca. If you have any questions or if you cannot facilitate an online registration, please e-mail juniperridgeint@nlschools.ca or call us at 437-3201 and we can assist you.

Wellness Week

We are excited to announce that this week is Wellness Week at JRI! Our Guidance Office has curated a week of meaningful initiatives designed to help our students focus on self-advocacy, building strong connections, and showing compassion for one another. Our goal is to provide students with practical tools to support their mental and emotional well-being. To highlight the importance of kindness in our daily lives, Feb 26 is Kindness Day. We invite everyone to wear something pink as a visible reminder of our commitment to a supportive and inclusive school community.

Early Dismissal (March 4)

Please note that due to poor visibility that is forecast for later today, school will dismiss two hours early, at 12:15pm (Wednesday, March 4). All extracurricular activities, including sports practices, are also cancelled.

Reminders

- Thursday, Feb 26, is Kindness Day. Everyone is invited to wear something pink to school.

- The Intensive Core French (ICF) Parent Information Session is scheduled for Thursday, Feb 26 at 6:30pm. Please use the Main Entrance at the front of our school.

School Closed Feb 25

Please note that NLSchools has advised that in the interest of student transportation safety and the continued cleanup of side streets, metro schools - including JRI - will remain closed on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. All after-school extracurricular activities and sports practices are cancelled for the day and evening.

School Closed Feb 24

To facilitate ongoing snow clearing efforts, all metro schools, including JRI, will be closed Tuesday, February 24. All after-school extracurricular activities are also cancelled for the day/evening. 

Activities Cancelled Feb 23
All activities, including sports practices, are cancelled today and this evening, Monday, Feb 23, to facilitate snow removal.

Activities Cancelled Feb 22
All activities, including sports practices, are cancelled today and this evening, Sunday, Feb 22, due to weather.

School Closed Feb 19
School is closed for the day on Thursday, February 19, to facilitate cleanup after the storm.

School Closed Feb 18
Due to the pending winter storm, school will be closed on Wednesday, February 18th.

Janeway Day at JRI is Feb 16!
To show our support, everyone is invited to wear their pyjamas to school and bring a small donation for the Janeway Children’s Hospital. All funds collected will be forwarded to the Janeway Foundation on behalf of our school community. Thank you for supporting this important annual initiative and helping kids across the province!

NL Regiment Reminders!
Please note the following reminders for the Feb 12th Newfoundland Regiment Game:
- Students need to be at the school by 5:30pm.

- Drop-off and pick-up is at the Main Entrance in the front of the building.

- No vehicles permitted in the bus lanes at the back of the school.

- Pick-up is estimated to be approx 9pm, although this is dependant on what time the game ends.

- The Mary Browns Centre is a cashless venue, those who did not pre-purchase a food voucher will need a debit card to make purchases. Enjoy the game!

NL Regiment Food Vouchers
Please Click Here for a time sensitive memo regarding purchasing food at the upcoming NL Regiment Game. This memo is also available under the 'Memos' tab at the top of this page.

School Clothing Order Deadline Extended!
The deadline to order school clothing is extended to 11:59pm, Sunday, February 8th. Click Here to access our online store. Don't miss out; order your Jag Swag today!

Grade 6 Musical Update

Due to recent weather-related school closures, the Matinee performance of the Grade 6 Musical has been rescheduled to Thursday, Feb 5th at 9:30am. The evening performance will still take place as originally planned
on Wednesday, Feb 4th at 7:00pm.

If the new Matinee time does not work for you and you require a refund,

please contact Ms. Penney at mariapenney@nlschools.ca.

Three Hour Delyed Opening (Feb 3)

Please note that there will be a three hour delayed opening today, Tuesday, Feb 3. Busses will start their runs 3 hours later then usual. School Lunch will not be providing lunch service today.

Feb 3 Schedule:

11:00 - Doors Open

11:15 - Period 4​ JH / Periods 7&8 Elem

12:15 - Lunch (No school lunch service; bring packed lunch.)

1:15 - Period 5​ JH / Periods 9&10 Elem

2:15 - Dismissal

School Closed All Day, Monday, Feb 2.
Please note that school will be closed all day today, Monday, February 2nd due to weather.

PL Day Reminder
A reminder that school is closed on Friday, January 30th for a Teacher Professional Learning Day.

Newfoundland Regiment Hockey Game
On Thursday, February 12th our school will be going to a Newfoundland Regiment Hockey Game! This evening event is open to students in Grades 5-8. See Rycor for details!

Early Dismissal (Jan 27)
School will dismiss at 12:15pm today, Tuesday, January 28th due to impending weather.

Delayed Opening (Jan 28)
There will be a one hour delayed opening this morning, Wednesday, Jan 28, to facilitate snow removal. Busses will start their runs one hour later than usual.

JH Athletic Activities
Please note that all Junior High extracurricular activities scheduled for Wednesday, January 28th and Thursday, January 29th are cancelled to accommodate Mid-term Exams. This includes all sports teams practices. Regular activities resume on Friday, January 30th.

Mamma Mia! Field Trip
Grade 5-8 students have the opportunity to attend the production of 'Mamma Mia!' at Holy Heart High School on Feb 13th. This is an optional field trip. Students who are interested in attending must sign-up in Rycor by Friday, Jan 23rd. Transportation will be via school bus.

Health Memo
Please Click Here for a memo from Dr. Janice Fitzgerald, Chief Medical Officer of Health for Newfoundland and Labrador. This information is also available under the 'Memos' tab at the top of this page.

School Clothing Order
Now is your chance to get your very own JRI School Clothing! Click Here to access our online store which will be open until 11:59pm, Feb 1st. Don't miss out -  order your Jag Swag today!

Weather Closure
School will remain closed all day Monday, January 5th, due to weather and snow removal. All extra-curricular activities, including sports activities and practices, are cancelled including evening sessions.

Christmas Break
Our school is currently closed for the Christmas break. School will reopen on Monday, January 5th on our regular schedule. This will be Day 6 on our school calendar. On behalf of everyone here at JRI, we wish you a very Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy new year!

12 Days of Christmas Activities

Our Annual 12 Days of Christmas Activities start on Thursday, Dec 4th! We have an awesome list of events, including our Tree Lighting Ceremony, Photos with Santa, Festive Dress-up Days, 'A Charlie Brown Christmas' performance and our Annual Christmas Breakfast! Click Here for the full schedule and be sure to get involved!

School Photo Retake Day
Lifetouch Studios will be visiting our school on December 16th for photo retakes. This is for anyone who missed picture day in October, or would like to have their picture retaken.

Term One Reports

A reminder that Term One Reports are being distributed on December 2nd for all students, and Parent-Teacher Meetings are scheduled for December 4th. School will dismiss at 10:45am on this day only to accommodate these meetings. Please Click Here for a parent memo that was distributed via e-mail. This is also available under the 'Memos' tab at the top of this page.

School Closed - Dec 3rd

Due to weather, school will be closed today, Wednesday, December 3rd.

Diabetic Emergency Kits

JRI families are advised that the Glenn's Helping Hand Foundation is providing Emergency Diabetic Kits to families free of charge. They are also offering replacements of items that may have expired in previously-issued kits within the last couple of years.

Please click here to complete the online application for an emergency diabetic kit if you If you are interested in receiving a kit.  Once parent/guardians have the form completed, the Foundation will work directly with the families and ship their kits or replacement items directly to their home address.The foundation will be looking to fill kits and start distribution in the very near future.

Any questions can be directed to the Glenn's Helping Hand Foundation by emailing ghhf04@gmail.com.

School Council Representative
We are currently accepting nominations for a Parent Representative position on our School Council. Please Click Here for more information. This information is also available under the 'Memos' tab at the top of this page. Nominations are being accepted until 12 noon, Friday, November 21st.

Annual Skate Swap
Families can donate skates and helmets that they no longer need to our Annual Skate Swap! Donations will be accepted starting November 18th. Our Skate Swap will tkae place on November 21st. Thank you for your support of this annual initiative!

Grade 6 Boy's Basketball

Grade 6 Boys Basketball will begin on Sunday, November 16th from 3:30pm-4:45pm in our school gymnasium. This program is available to any Grade 6 boy; all are welcome to attend and participate!

School Closed on Monday, Nov 17
A reminder that school is closed on Monday, November 17th for a Teacher Professional Learning Day. Please refer to the 'Important Dates' section for upcoming important dates.

Bus Delay
Please note that Bus #10, Mr. Greg Noseworthy's Bus, will be delayed by approx 15 minutes leaving JRI this afternoon, Friday, November 14th.

School Closure Reminder
A reminder that school is closed on Monday, November 10th (Fall Break Holiday) and Tuesday, November 11th (Remembrance Day). School will reopen on Wednesday, November 12th and it will be Day 6 on our School Calendar.

Remembrance Day Ceremonies

Our general school community are invited to attend our Annual Remembrance Day Ceremonies on Thursday, November 6th. Please arrive at the main entrance 15 minutes before the start time of the ceremony that you would like to attend. 

- 9am- Grades 6&7 Assembly

- 10:30am - Grades 5&8 Assembly
Lest we forget.

Student Trip Opportunity

We are planning a Canadian Roots EF Tour to Montreal, Quebec City and Ottawa for November 7-12, 2026. This opportunity is open to current Grade 6 & 7 students (who will be in Grade 7 & 8 at the time of travel). There will be a parent information meeting on Wednesday, November 5th at 6:30pm at the school. Click Here for the memo that was e-mailed to parents. (This is also available under the'Memos' tab at the tyop of this page.)

Click Here for the parent meeting slideshow.

Click Here for more information and to enrol!

Extracurricular Activities Cancelled
Please be advised that, due to impending weather, all extracurricular activities, including sports practices, are cancelled today, Tuesday, November 4th. The Performance Choir practice that is scheduled for 2:15pm will go ahead.

Smile! Picture Day is Coming Up!

Mark your calendars! We're excited to welcome Lifetouch Studios back to school on Wednesday, October 29th for our annual School Pictures. Ensure your student is prepared to have their picture taken!

Halloween Spirit Week

We are celebrating our Annual Halloween Spirit week from October 27-31! Check out the schedule events above and get involved! Lets show our amazing JRI School Spirit!

Jamarama Day
JRI is pleased to participate in the Jamarama initiative again this year! On Friday, Oct 24th, everyone is encouraged to wear their pyjamas to school, and to bring along a donation. All funds collected will be forwarded to the Janeway Children's Hospital! Thank you for your support!

Terry Fox Walk

Our Terry Fox Walk is scheduled for October 21st at 12:30pm. Everyone is encouraged to bring in a donation that we will forward to the Terry Fox Foundation. Thank you for your support!

Reminder: PL Day Monday (Oct 14)

A reminder that school is closed on Tuesday, October 14th for a Teacher Professional Development Day. 

2025 Fire Prevention Week
This year’s theme of Fire Prevention Week “Charge into Fore Safety” is about the safe use of re-chargeable battery powered items.  Lithium-ion batteries are found in many of the products that we use such as cellphone, tablets, electric scooters and bikes. Lithium-ion batteries store a lot of energy in a small place. These batteries can overheat, start a fire, or explode if overcharged or damaged. By learning how to BUY, CHARGE, and RECYCLE these batteries safely, you can help prevent a fire.  Please find below safety information regarding lithium-ion batteries and electric bikes:

Lithium-Ion Safety

Electric Bike Safety

Thank you to the Torbay Volunteer Fire Department for their opngoing support and committment to everyone's safety!

'Blue Jays Day'!
On October 4th the Toronto Blue Jays, our Nation's Baseball team, will play their first game in the American League Divisional Series.  To show our support to the team, we ask everyone to wear BLUE on Friday, October 3rd. Go Blue Jays!

Orange Shirt Day
JRI has designated Monday, September 29th at Orange Shirt Day in recognition of Truth and Recognition Day. Everyone is invited to wear something orange to school.

Truth and Reconciliation Day
School will be closed on Tuesday, Sept 30th in recognition of National Truth and Reconciliation Day. More information can be found in the memo e-mailed to our school community, which is also available under the 'Memos' tab at the top of this webpage.

2024-25 Yearbooks

We are currently accepting orders for our 2024-25 School Yearbooks. The deadline to order is Sept 30, 2025. Yearbooks are scheduled to be delivered in late fall. Click Here to order your's today! Yearbook Code is 14655125.

Curriculum Night

Our Annual Curriculum night will take place on Wednesday, September 24th from 6:30-7:30pm. We look forward to welcoming our parents/guardians to our school!

Elementary Softball Tournament Date Change
Softball NL has announced a date change for the Elementary Softball Tournament. It will now take place on the weekend of September 26-27. If this changes your child's ability to participate please e-mail our Athletic Director, Mr. Klark Chaytor, at klarkchaytor@nlschools.ca. The location of each tournament has not yet been confirmed by the organizers, however we will communicate this information as soon as we are informed.

2025-26 Supply Lists
Supply Lists for the 2025-26 school year can be found below. We encourage families to reuse items from last year whenever possible and supplement when necessary. There is no expectation to purchase all new items.
- Elementary Supply List (Grades 5&6)

- Junior High Supply List (Grades 7&8)

These lists are also available under the 'Resources tab at the top of this page.

Drumline, Band and Performance Choir

Students who are interested in Band, Drumline or our Performance Choir are asked to sign up on the sheets outside the Music Room, speak to your homeroom teacher or speak to our Music Director, Ms. Coady. We encourage anyone who is interested to get involved!

Spirit Week!

Sept 15-19 is Spirit Week at JRI! Lets start the new year by sowing our amazing JRI School Spirit! See schedule above!

Welcome Back to School!
Please Click Here for our 2025-26 School Opening Memo!