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Nighthawk News
November 2026
Message to Families
Good afternoon, Nighthawk Families,
There are numerous significant events taking place throughout November, and we have highlighted a few in this week's message.
A reminder that the upcoming week is a short one, with classes taking place on Monday, November 9, and Tuesday, November 10 only.
Remembrance Day Ceremony | November 10
On Tuesday, November 10, students will participate in an online Remembrance Day Ceremony during their Trail Time class.
Time: 10:13–11:08 AM
Format: Online
Tuesday will follow a modified schedule to accommodate the ceremony.
Each student will receive a poppy and is encouraged to bring a donation to support Canadian veterans.
Diwali | Festival of Lights
On Sunday, some of our families will be celebrating Diwali, one of India's most important festivals.
Known as the Festival of Lights, Diwali symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and good over evil.
Diwali is traditionally celebrated through:
- Prayer and reflection
- Family gatherings
- Feasts and celebrations
- Fireworks
- Charitable giving
Students and teachers have prepared a special video sharing what Diwali means to them.
The video is available on our school's Instagram page.
Watch on North Trail High School Instagram
Happy Diwali to all who celebrate!
Global Languages | November Celebrations
Día de los Muertos | November 2
Día de los Muertos is a Mexican tradition rooted in Indigenous and colonial history that transforms grief into celebration.
Families create ofrendas, or altars, decorated with photographs, marigolds, and the favourite foods of deceased loved ones to welcome their spirits back.
A central figure in the tradition is La Catrina, an elegantly dressed skeleton who symbolizes the idea that mortality is shared by everyone, regardless of social status.
Students in our Spanish classes have been exploring these living traditions as part of their broader learning about the cultures of the Spanish-speaking world.
UNESCO World Philosophy Day | November 19
Why do some feelings have words in only one language?
What does the French concept of dépaysement—the particular feeling of disorientation experienced in a foreign country—tell us about the relationship between language and emotion?
These are examples of the questions explored through the philosophy of language.
Our Global Languages students engage with these ideas as they discover how language influences thought, identity, and the ways we experience the world.
Debate | Canadian National Tournament Results
Congratulations to our North Trail High School Debate Teams!
Four NTHS teams competed in Ernest Manning's Canadian National Tournament.
The competition included:
- 24 Beginner Teams: Grade 10 students
- 24 Open Teams: Experienced Grade 11 and 12 students
All four NTHS teams finished in the top 12 of their respective divisions.
Outstanding Results
Category | Students | Achievement |
|---|---|---|
Open Division | Troy and Shahaan | 4th Place |
Beginner Division | Kaden and Nadia | 4th Place |
Individual Speaker | Troy | 2nd Place Speaker |
Debate Topics
Students discussed the following motions:
- This House Would hold parents legally accountable for the repeated crimes of their minor children.
- This House Would encourage the use of AI companionship bots to address social isolation.
Congratulations to all our debaters on their hard work, critical thinking, and impressive achievements!
Athletics | Volleyball Playoffs
Congratulations to all our Nighthawk volleyball teams!
Every NTHS volleyball team won its quarter-final match and advanced to the semifinals.
Semifinal games will take place on Monday, November 9, and Tuesday, November 10.
For updated game schedules, locations, and results, please follow our Athletics Instagram page.
North Trail High School Athletics Instagram
Best of luck to all our teams as they continue their playoff runs!
Upcoming Events
Date | Event | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Tuesday, November 10 | Remembrance Day Ceremony | 10:13–11:08 AM | Online |
Wednesday, November 11 | Remembrance Day / Beginning of Fall Break | All Day | — |
November 11–13 | Fall Break — No School | All Day | — |
Tuesday, November 17 | ELAA Post-Secondary Fair | 90:00 AM–11:00 AM | Moyis |
Thursday, November 26 | NTHS Music Winter Showcase | 6:00 PM (End Time TBD) | NTHS Theatre |
Friday, November 27 | Winter Formal | 7:00–10:00 PM | Moyis |
Thank you to all our Nighthawk families for your continued support and involvement in our school community.
We wish everyone a safe and restful Fall Break!
North Trail High School