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<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Join us for a free parent session with guest speaker Paul Davis! The LDSB Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) invites parents, caregivers, and guardians to an informative and engaging evening focused on:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Social media use</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Cyberbullying</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Online privacy</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Gaming and gambling</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, June 5, 2026</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">5:30 – 7:00 p.m.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LDSB Education Centre, 220, Portsmouth Avenue, Kingston</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This is a great opportunity to learn how to support your child in today’s digital world.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Register online: </strong></b><a href="https://forms.office.com/r/P5Jcn5TQ9W" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">PIC Guest Speaker: Paul Davis (Free Event) – Fill out form</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><figure><a href="https://forms.office.com/r/P5Jcn5TQ9W" title="2026 05 20 PIC Paul Davis Instagram"><img src="/images/4e2a9d97-41c5-4ea6-9410-06d26cb11a83?fingerprint=ppb20260521195148" alt="2026 05 20 PIC Paul Davis Instagram" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a></figure></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>

<h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Important Dates </strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Breakfast Club</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> – Monday, Wednesday, Friday mornings&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Hot Lunch </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">– Tuesday Pizza &amp; Thursday Chicken Fingers&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 25th to 28th - Grade 6 EQAO</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 28th - Food Sharing Hot Lunch (note change in date due to PA Day on Friday) </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 29th - PA Day </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 1st - Grade 4/5 and 7/8 - Canoeing at Gould Lake </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 2nd to 5th - Grade 3 EQAO</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 2nd - Grade 6 to RKY Camp</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 2nd - Welcome to Kindergarten Event 4:00 - 5:00 pm </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 4th - Track and Field Regional Meet </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 5th - Limestone Players Performance 11:00 am in the gym</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 9th - Track and Field District Meet </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 17th - Year End Trip to Ottawa for Grade 7/8</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 18th - Volunteer Tea 12:15 in the gym </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 23rd - Grade 8 Graduation - 6:00 pm in the gym </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 24th - School Trip to Lakeshore Pool </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 24th - Year-End Celebration - Face Painting, Freezies, Basket Raffles </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 25th - Last Day of Classes for students </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 26th - PA Day </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/ae563c2e-4064-4a37-9477-7053bcec82e8?fingerprint=ppb20260524201355" alt="Pride 2026" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/c0251841-1cff-434a-8922-d2e09b9ad6a6?fingerprint=ppb20260524200845" alt="Health Unit LGQBT" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/5b677a9d-08bd-4957-8c61-3c5be4eacf9e?fingerprint=ppb20260524201334" alt="2026 2027" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><div monaco-code-embed=""></div></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;"><br></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/40759d1f-fd55-453f-bdf0-3e596c423e92?fingerprint=ppb20260406184324" alt="SAC" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/c18280c0-3f08-40cf-827a-7728a57fa72d?fingerprint=ppb20260406184304" alt="bfast program" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/14e283ea-127d-46c5-8b99-301ee440ad56?fingerprint=ppb20260406184251" alt="bingo" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Limestone District School Board (LDSB) has received a $25,000 grant through the Community Foundation for Kingston and Area’s Community Grants Program in support of its Elementary Summer Literacy and Math Program.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The three-week program supports Limestone students finishing Senior Kindergarten to Grade 3 by strengthening foundational skills in reading, writing, and mathematics to help set students up for success in the following school year.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grant funding will be used to purchase literacy and math learning resources and to create family engagement packages. These take-home resources are designed to support learning at home and encourage families to engage in literacy and math activities alongside their students.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The LDSB is grateful to the Community Foundation for Kingston and Area for their generous support, helping students across the district access this important summer learning opportunity.</span></p>

<iframe data-lexical-video-id="kGsY7YE8wCc" width="640" height="480" src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/kGsY7YE8wCc" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="true" title="Youtube video"></iframe><p class="editor-paragraph"><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone District School Board students showcased their outstanding skills and talent at the 2026 Skills Ontario Competition, held in Toronto on May 4 and 5, 2026.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Skills Ontario Competition offers a unique opportunity for top students from across the province to demonstrate that they are truly the best in their field. Over two and a half days, competitors impress educators, family members, friends, and potential employers through hands-on, real‑world challenges. Medalists are awarded gold, silver, or bronze medals, with some also receiving monetary awards and the opportunity to advance to the Skills Canada National Competition, and potentially the WorldSkills Competition.</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone District School Board Participation and Results</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone students returned home with an impressive showing across elementary, secondary, and post‑secondary categories:</span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Elementary Competition</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone District School Board had 16 Elementary Students attend Skills Ontario in the areas of:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Construction</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Horticulture and Landscaping</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">VEX Robotics</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Lego Mechanics</span></li></ul><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Secondary Competition</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In secondary Limestone District School Board had representation in the following competitions:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Coding</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Electrical Installations</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Plumbing</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Carpentry - Team - Team of 2</span></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Vex V5 Robotics - Team of 4</span></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Culinary Arts</span></li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Graphic Design - Presentation</span></li><li value="8" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Hairstyling</span></li><li value="9" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Photography</span></li><li value="10" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Prepared Speech</span></li><li value="11" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Home and Team Building - Team of 4</span></li><li value="12" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Auto Collision Repair</span></li><li value="13" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Auto Painting</span></li><li value="14" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Auto Service Technology</span></li><li value="15" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Cabinetmaking</span></li><li value="16" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Outdoor Powered Equipment</span></li><li value="17" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Welding</span></li><li value="18" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Baking</span></li><li value="19" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Computer Aided Manufacturing</span></li></ul><h4 class="editor-heading-h4"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Secondary Results:</span></h4><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Gold – Computer Aided Manufacturing:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Jacob O’Reilly</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Silver – Home and Team Building (Team of 4):</strong></b></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem editor-nested-listitem"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Quinn Sproule</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Clarke Lemke</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Parker Beeg</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Jasper Keller</span></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Bryden Thibodeau (competed with the team at Limestone Skills Competition)</span></li></ul></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Bronze – Auto Painting:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Amanda Neddow</span></li></ul><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Post‑Secondary Competition</span></h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Gold:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Alisha Haaksman</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Congratulations to all competitors, educators, and programs involved for their dedication, preparation, and commitment to excellence. Limestone is proud to see students thrive, demonstrate their skills, and represent the board so well on the provincial stage.</span></p>

<h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Important Dates </strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Breakfast Club – Monday, Wednesday, Friday mornings&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Hot Lunch – Tuesday Pizza &amp; Thursday Chicken Fingers&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Basketball&nbsp;–&nbsp;Tuesday&nbsp;8:00 am&nbsp;– Girls&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Basketball – Wednesday&nbsp;8:00 am&nbsp;– Boys&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Running Club – Monday and Thursdays&nbsp;8:00 am&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">April 28th - Bayridge Road Race </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">April 29th - Neuro Vibes event at Queens Bio Sciences Complex</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 1st - Family Engagement and Climate Survey Link mailed to families</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 4th - Grades 1-8 Field Trip to Matilda </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 4th - Junior Boys Basketball</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 5th - Junior Girls Basketball</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 6th - LCVI Road Race </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 7th - Central Arts Night 5-7 pm</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 12th - SAC Meeting 5:30 pm </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 2nd - Welcome to Kindergarten Event </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 4th - Track and Field Regional Meet </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 9th - Track and Field District Meet </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 18th - Volunteer Tea </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 23rd - Grade 8 Graduation </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 24th - School Trip to Lakeshore Pool </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 24th - Year-End Celebration </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Upcoming Family Engagement and Climate Survey</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Limestone District School Board is inviting families to take part in the&nbsp;</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Family Engagement and Climate Survey</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. This survey gives families an opportunity to share their experiences with their student’s school and with the school board.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The feedback helps us understand what is working well and where we can improve. It also supports schools and school councils in building welcoming, safe, and supportive school communities.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The survey includes questions about:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">How schools communicate and share information</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Whether families feel welcome, included, and connected</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Barriers to taking part in school activities, such as time, childcare, language, accessibility, or cost</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Safety and bullying, including reporting and follow‑up</span></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Licensed Before and After School Programs</span></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Some questions ask about family background to help us better understand different experiences across our communities</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Participation is&nbsp;</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">voluntary and anonymous</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. Families may skip any questions they choose. No names or identifying information are collected. Results are shared only as grouped summaries and are used to support learning, planning, and improvement at the board, school, and school council levels.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The survey will be open from May 1 to May 11 and will be available online. Families will receive an e-mail on May 1 with a link to the survey.&nbsp;</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Paper copies will also be available at your school’s administrative office starting May 1.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The survey was developed with input from families and advisory committees, including the Parent Involvement Committee, to reflect a wide range of perspectives. Families are encouraged to&nbsp;</span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fyoutu.be%2FkKxSsDtggew&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cramsayj%40limestone.on.ca%7C29d35b860e344d59591d08dea14106f3%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639125497893321079%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=L8JvAxaqJ2k8BLTQ4M3VKqBOwYO05zZWQejFu12OV6U%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://youtu.be/kKxSsDtggew. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">watch this short video about the survey.</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you for sharing your voice and helping strengthen our schools and school communities.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><div monaco-code-embed="">https://www.school-day.com/</div></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Events and Products to look for on School Day (if you need assistance accessing School Day, please get in touch with the main office) </strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Hot Lunch orders - Cheese Pizza and Chicken Fingers </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LCVI Road and BSS Road Race permission and payment</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Matilda play field trip Grades 1-8</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">SAC News and Updates </span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/41a3e6aa-04a3-4c6b-afb3-b54bd5987737?fingerprint=ppb20260406181455" alt="Cozy Closet greyscale" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Accepting Donations for the Cozy Closet Swap</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ready to clear out those winter closets? We are collecting donations for next year's Cozy Closet Swap!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In the fall, Central hosts an annual Cozy Closet Swap, making kids outdoor clothing and sports gear available to Central families free of charge! In preparation, we are looking for donations of&nbsp;</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">gently-used outdoor clothing and sports gear</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. This is a great way to do some spring cleaning, reduce waste, and reduce the stress and costs of outfitting our rapidly-growing kids!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">There are two ways to donate:&nbsp;</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">you can send donations to school with your children or drop off donations on the&nbsp;porch of 6 Patrick Street anytime. If you have questions you can reach Brooke, who is collecting donations, at 613-929-1265.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/caca6f4e-d9e9-4413-8465-ece68ce4355d?fingerprint=ppb20260412204456" alt="Art Show Graphic" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/4026450f-57b2-4c0d-9ab8-16938482c7b9?fingerprint=ppb20260412204510" alt="Neurovibes 2026 Post" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/40759d1f-fd55-453f-bdf0-3e596c423e92?fingerprint=ppb20260406184324" alt="SAC" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/c18280c0-3f08-40cf-827a-7728a57fa72d?fingerprint=ppb20260406184304" alt="bfast program" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/14e283ea-127d-46c5-8b99-301ee440ad56?fingerprint=ppb20260406184251" alt="bingo" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/7252c6e8-1dca-4952-b9a9-080e5528c467?fingerprint=ppb20260406191726" alt="730b0a05 d982 f94d a86b 48b658242b26" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Limestone District School Board is inviting families to take part in the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Family Engagement and Climate Survey</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. This survey gives families an opportunity to share their experiences with their student’s school and with the school board.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The feedback helps us understand what is working well and where we can improve. It also supports schools and school councils in building welcoming, safe, and supportive school communities.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The survey includes questions about:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">How schools communicate and share information</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Whether families feel welcome, included, and connected</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Barriers to taking part in school activities, such as time, childcare, language, accessibility, or cost</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Safety and bullying, including reporting and follow‑up</span></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Licensed Before and After School Programs, including questions to help inform future planning</span></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Some questions ask about family background to help us better understand different experiences across our communities</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Participation is </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">voluntary and anonymous</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. Families may skip any questions they choose. No names or identifying information are collected. Results are shared only as grouped summaries and are used to support learning, planning, and improvement at the board, school, and school council levels.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The survey will be open from May 1 to May 11 and will be available online. Families will receive an e-mail on May 1 with a link to the survey. </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Paper copies will also be available at your school’s administrative office starting May 1.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The survey was developed with input from families and advisory committees, including the Parent Involvement Committee, to reflect a wide range of perspectives. Families are encouraged to </span><a href="https://youtu.be/kKxSsDtggew" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">watch this short video about the survey.</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you for sharing your voice and helping strengthen our schools and school communities.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Patty Gollogly</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Associate Superintendent of&nbsp;Curriculum &amp; Program Services: School Climate &amp; Community Engagement</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone District School Board</span></p>

<h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Important Dates </strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Breakfast Club – Monday, Wednesday, Friday mornings&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Hot Lunch – Tuesday Pizza &amp; Thursday Chicken Fingers&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Basketball&nbsp;–&nbsp;Tuesday&nbsp;8:00 am&nbsp;– Girls&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Basketball – Wednesday&nbsp;8:00 am&nbsp;– Boys&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Running Club – Monday and Thursdays&nbsp;8:00 am&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">April 20th - Grade 7/8 Immunizations </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">April 23rd - Grade 8 Grad Photo Retakes </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">April 24th - Deadline for ordering lunches from Food Sharing </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">April 28th - Bayridge Road Race </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">April 29th - Neuro Vibes event at Queens Bio Sciences Complex</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 4th - Grades 1-8 Field Trip to Matilda </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 4th - Junior Boys Basketball</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 5th - Junior Girls Basketball</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 6th - LCVI Road Race </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 7th - Central Arts Night 5-7 pm</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 12th - SAC Meeting 5:30 pm </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 4th - Track and Field Regional Meet </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 9th - Track and Field District Meet </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 23rd - Grade 8 Graduation </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 24th - School Trip to Lakeshore Pool </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 24th - Year-End Celebration </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><div monaco-code-embed="">https://www.school-day.com/</div></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Events and Products to look for on School Day (if you need assistance accessing School Day, please get in touch with the main office) </strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Hot Lunch orders - Cheese Pizza and Chicken Fingers </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LCVI Road and BSS Road Race permission and payment</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Matilda play field trip Grades 1-8</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/a4e47852-575c-48df-bb4b-54bd354ec8ee?fingerprint=ppb20260419154726" alt="Food Share" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Hi everyone,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We’re excited to share that registration for your school’s lunch program is now open!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Families can sign up using the following link: https://foodsharingproject.store/</span><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This is a free weekly meal program, with deliveries to your school every Friday. Each meal includes a main item, milk, and fruit. Menus are available on the website, and all meal options are suitable for halal diets. Vegetarian, plant-based, and gluten-free options are also available.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The deadline for families to register is&nbsp;</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">April 24th by midnight</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. Registration is a one-time process for the entire term. Due to the scale of the program, we are unfortunately not able to add students after the deadline, so please encourage all interested families to register before then.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students are welcome to sign themselves up, or staff can assist with registration (with student consent), as long as dietary preferences are known. While the program is free, families also have the option to contribute toward the cost of meals or pay on a sliding scale.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The first week of meals will begin the week of May 4th, with your first delivery on&nbsp;</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, May 8th</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you have any questions about the meals or run into any issues with registration, please reach out to me at volunteer@foodsharingproject.org.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Noor-Ul-Huda</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Programs Supervisor</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Food Sharing Project</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">37 Rigney Street, Unit 4</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Kingston, ON, K7K 6Z3</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">613-530-3514</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.foodsharingproject.org%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cramsayj%40limestone.on.ca%7Cb231c6afd9f94466649208de9a4e4634%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639117858132651315%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=1lwF6Xg7arnTtCTgN4dOymfnIWGX1wfoztTAEIbONQw%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: http://www.foodsharingproject.org/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">www.foodsharingproject.org</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">SAC News and Updates </span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/41a3e6aa-04a3-4c6b-afb3-b54bd5987737?fingerprint=ppb20260406181455" alt="Cozy Closet greyscale" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Accepting Donations for the Cozy Closet Swap</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ready to clear out those winter closets? We are collecting donations for next year's Cozy Closet Swap!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In the fall, Central hosts an annual Cozy Closet Swap, making kids outdoor clothing and sports gear available to Central families free of charge! In preparation, we are looking for donations of&nbsp;</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">gently-used outdoor clothing and sports gear</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. This is a great way to do some spring cleaning, reduce waste, and reduce the stress and costs of outfitting our rapidly-growing kids!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">There are two ways to donate:&nbsp;</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">you can send donations to school with your children or drop off donations on the&nbsp;porch of 6 Patrick Street anytime. If you have questions you can reach Brooke, who is collecting donations, at 613-929-1265.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/caca6f4e-d9e9-4413-8465-ece68ce4355d?fingerprint=ppb20260412204456" alt="Art Show Graphic" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/4026450f-57b2-4c0d-9ab8-16938482c7b9?fingerprint=ppb20260412204510" alt="Neurovibes 2026 Post" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/40759d1f-fd55-453f-bdf0-3e596c423e92?fingerprint=ppb20260406184324" alt="SAC" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/c18280c0-3f08-40cf-827a-7728a57fa72d?fingerprint=ppb20260406184304" alt="bfast program" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/14e283ea-127d-46c5-8b99-301ee440ad56?fingerprint=ppb20260406184251" alt="bingo" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/7252c6e8-1dca-4952-b9a9-080e5528c467?fingerprint=ppb20260406191726" alt="730b0a05 d982 f94d a86b 48b658242b26" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dear Families,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As we enter the spring season and final third of the school year, we are reminded of this season’s promise of renewal and growth, and the key role schools and families have together in supporting student learning and well-being. This time of </span><a href="about:blank" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">year</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> brings many opportunities for learning both inside and outside of the classroom, along with the return of outdoor extracurricular activities. While this week has been very wet and rainy, the warmer temperatures of spring are upon us.&nbsp; I would like to take this opportunity to share a few important updates with you:</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">P.A. Day – Friday, April 17</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A reminder to families that tomorrow, Friday, April 17, is a P.A. Day. There will be no classes for students, and we look forward to welcoming them back to school on Monday.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Family Engagement and Climate Survey – Coming in May</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In early May, Limestone will be inviting families to take part in a Family Engagement and Climate Survey. The optional survey is anonymous, and families can choose which questions they want to answer.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The survey asks about topics such as feeling connected to school, family involvement, safety and bullying, communication, before- and after-school programming, and how technology like artificial intelligence is used in schools.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The feedback shared through this survey helps schools and the school board understand what is working well, what could improve, and what may make it harder for some families to take part. Your feedback helps strengthen communication, support student well-being, and improve school experiences for everyone.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">More information will be shared leading up to the survey being live in early May. </span><a href="https://youtu.be/kKxSsDtggew" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Families are encouraged to watch a short video</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> featuring Senior Staff and a Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) Co-Chair, who share more about the Family Engagement and Climate Survey and why family voice is so important.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Human Rights Information</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Launched in October 2022, the Limestone’s Student Human Rights Reporting Tool provides a way for students, families, caregivers, and staff to report human rights concerns involving LDSB students, including matters related to discrimination and harassment. Reviewing and analyzing this information helps support safe, welcoming, and inclusive school environments and supports the board’s obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code. The&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/dff6803b-6f2d-4d36-a758-68758a63ceb3/2026-04-09-Student-Human-Rights-Data-Summary-for-2024-2025.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20260409164623" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Student Human Rights Reports – 2024-2025 Summary is now available online</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;and can be accessed by families.&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Student Census 2025 Update</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In November 2025, Limestone completed the See Yourself in Limestone: Student Census 2025, a voluntary and confidential survey that helps us better understand students’ identities and school experiences. The findings support planning and decision-making that promotes equity, well being, and student success across Limestone schools. An overview of the Student Census 2025 was presented to the Board of Trustees at last night’s board meeting. Families are encouraged to </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/news/see-yourself-in-limestone-2025-student-census-update-20260416133605" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">visit the Limestone District School Board website to review the full Student Census summary</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> and learn more about how student voice is helping shape our work.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mental Health Supports Available for Students</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In response to tragic events, locally or globally, students may experience a wide range of emotions, including sadness, confusion, worry, or questions about what they may be hearing from others. Students may react in different ways depending on their age, experiences, and how connected they feel to the situation. With time, reassurance, and support from caring adults, these reactions often ease.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We encourage families to keep lines of communication open at home, to invite questions, and to offer reassurance as needed. If you have concerns about your student or would like support, please refer to the following resources:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://smho-smso.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Supporting-your-childs-well-being.pdf" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Supporting Your Child’s Well-being</span></a></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://smho-smso.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Caring-for-yourself-while-caring-for-others.pdf" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Caring for yourself while caring for others: A parent’s guide to self-care</span></a></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://smho-smso.ca/parents-and-caregivers/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">By Your Side</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> (parent/caregiver resources to support mental health learning)</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://maltbycentre.ca/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Maltby Centre</span></a></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://onestoptalk.ca/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">One Stop Talk</span></a></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://kidshelpphone.ca/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Kids Help Phone</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> (Call 1-800-668-6868 or Text “Connect” to 686868)</span></li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://211ontario.ca/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">2-1-1 Ontario</span></a></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you are worried about your student’s immediate safety, or the safety of others, please seek urgent assistance by calling 9-1-1, your local mobile crisis service (613-354-7388), or by going to the nearest emergency department.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you for your continued support of Limestone schools and their communities. Your partnership, feedback, and engagement play an important role in strengthening student learning and well-being across Limestone. Limestone staff remain committed to collaborating with families to create safe, inclusive, and supportive school communities where every student can learn and see themselves in Limestone.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Krishna Burra</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Director of Education</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span></p>

<h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A vibrant event celebrating neurodiversity with inspiring talks, creative spaces, and an inclusive community experience.</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Now entering its third year, Neurovibes is a community event celebrating neurodiversity through engaging talks, creativity, and connection.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Attendees can hear from inspiring speakers, explore interactive spaces, and connect with community partners and vendors in a welcoming, inclusive environment. The event is designed to support different sensory needs while bringing people together to learn, share, and celebrate neurodivergent experiences.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">When: April 29, 2026, 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. (Doors open at 4:00 p.m.)</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Where: Queen's Biosciences Complex, 116 Barrie Street, Kingston</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Register now at:&nbsp;</strong></b><a href="https://bit.ly/Neurovibes2026%20" class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">bit.ly/Neurovibes2026</strong></b></a><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</strong></b></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><br></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/0d9fba3e-4cf2-480e-973b-7617e4932a7f?fingerprint=ppb20260416161028" alt="Neurovibes 2026 Poster" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you to Jamie Niedbala, Courtney Soucy, Bond Strand and students from the River Program for providing the Maple Syrup Workshops and Anishinaabe Legend of Sweet Water storytelling to all our students on Friday, April 10th. It was a wonderful experience! </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/3e530c57-0a96-4860-8b92-b9e31778c757?fingerprint=ppb20260412204653" alt="IMG 7498" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/43d7ec84-7a0b-4e8b-be61-5127b60740c6?fingerprint=ppb20260412204613" alt="IMG 7497" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Important Dates </strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Breakfast Club – Monday, Wednesday, Friday mornings&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Hot Lunch – Tuesday Pizza &amp; Thursday Chicken Fingers&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Basketball&nbsp;–&nbsp;Tuesday&nbsp;8:00 am&nbsp;– Girls&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Basketball – Wednesday&nbsp;8:00 am&nbsp;– Boys&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Running Club – Monday and Thursdays&nbsp;8:00 am&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">April 14th - 5:30 pm School Council Meeting - everyone is invited, and childcare is provided </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">April 17th - PA Day </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">April 28th - Bayridge Road Race </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 4th - Junior Boys Basketball</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 5th - Junior Girls Basketball</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 6th - LCVI Road Race </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 7th - Central Arts Night 5-7 pm</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 4th - Track and Field Regional Meet </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 9th - Track and Field District Meet </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 24th - School Trip to Lakeshore Pool </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 24th - Year-End Celebration </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">SAC News and Updates </span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/41a3e6aa-04a3-4c6b-afb3-b54bd5987737?fingerprint=ppb20260406181455" alt="Cozy Closet greyscale" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Accepting Donations for the Cozy Closet Swap</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ready to clear out those winter closets? We are collecting donations for next year's Cozy Closet Swap!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In the fall, Central hosts an annual Cozy Closet Swap, making kids outdoor clothing and sports gear available to Central families free of charge! In preparation, we are looking for donations of&nbsp;</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">gently-used outdoor clothing and sports gear</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. This is a great way to do some spring cleaning, reduce waste, and reduce the stress and costs of outfitting our rapidly-growing kids!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">There are two ways to donate:&nbsp;</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">you can send donations to school with your children or drop off donations on the&nbsp;porch of 6 Patrick Street anytime. If you have questions you can reach Brooke, who is collecting donations, at 613-929-1265.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/caca6f4e-d9e9-4413-8465-ece68ce4355d?fingerprint=ppb20260412204456" alt="Art Show Graphic" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/4026450f-57b2-4c0d-9ab8-16938482c7b9?fingerprint=ppb20260412204510" alt="Neurovibes 2026 Post" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/40759d1f-fd55-453f-bdf0-3e596c423e92?fingerprint=ppb20260406184324" alt="SAC" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/c18280c0-3f08-40cf-827a-7728a57fa72d?fingerprint=ppb20260406184304" alt="bfast program" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/14e283ea-127d-46c5-8b99-301ee440ad56?fingerprint=ppb20260406184251" alt="bingo" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/7252c6e8-1dca-4952-b9a9-080e5528c467?fingerprint=ppb20260406191726" alt="730b0a05 d982 f94d a86b 48b658242b26" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>

<h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Important Dates </strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Breakfast Club – Monday, Wednesday, Friday mornings&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Hot Lunch – Tuesday Pizza &amp; Thursday Chicken Fingers&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Basketball&nbsp;–&nbsp;Tuesday&nbsp;8:00 am&nbsp;– Girls&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Basketball – Wednesday&nbsp;8:00 am&nbsp;– Boys&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Running Club – Monday and Thursdays&nbsp;8:00 am&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">April 10th - Maple Syrup Workshops (JK-8)</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">April 14th - 5:30 pm School Council Meeting - everyone is invited and childcare is provided </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">April 17th - PA Day </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 7th - Central Arts Night </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 24th - School Trip to Lakeshore Pool </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">SAC News and Updates </span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/41a3e6aa-04a3-4c6b-afb3-b54bd5987737?fingerprint=ppb20260406181455" alt="Cozy Closet greyscale" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Accepting Donations for the Cozy Closet Swap</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ready to clear out those winter closets? We are collecting donations for next year's Cozy Closet Swap!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In the fall, Central hosts an annual Cozy Closet Swap, making kids outdoor clothing and sports gear available to Central families free of charge! In preparation, we are looking for donations of&nbsp;</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">gently-used outdoor clothing and sports gear</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. This is a great way to do some spring cleaning, reduce waste, and reduce the stress and costs of outfitting our rapidly-growing kids!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">There are two ways to donate:&nbsp;</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">you can send donations to school with your children or drop off donations on the&nbsp;porch of 6 Patrick Street anytime. If you have questions you can reach Brooke, who is collecting donations, at 613-929-1265.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/40759d1f-fd55-453f-bdf0-3e596c423e92?fingerprint=ppb20260406184324" alt="SAC" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/c18280c0-3f08-40cf-827a-7728a57fa72d?fingerprint=ppb20260406184304" alt="bfast program" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/14e283ea-127d-46c5-8b99-301ee440ad56?fingerprint=ppb20260406184251" alt="bingo" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/7252c6e8-1dca-4952-b9a9-080e5528c467?fingerprint=ppb20260406191726" alt="730b0a05 d982 f94d a86b 48b658242b26" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dear Families,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">With March now underway, and March Break fast approaching, I would like to share a few updates with families:</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School Year Calendar is Approved</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Ministry of Education has approved Limestone’s recommended 2026-2027 school year calendar. The school year will begin with a P.A. Day on September 1, 2026, with the first day of classes for students on September 2, 2026. A </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/school-year-calendar" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">printable version of the calendar is available on Limestone’s website</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Budget Survey</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustees are seeking feedback on the Limestone District School Board budget planning process for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year. Families are encouraged to take a few minutes to provide feedback on areas or priority. The survey is anonymous and can be accessed online at </span><a href="https://bit.ly/2026-2027LDSBBudgetSurvey" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">bit.ly/2026-2027LDSBBudgetSurvey</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> . The survey closes March 23, 2026.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Video: Limestone’s Student Achievement Plan in Action – EQAO Highlights</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As previously shared, the Ministry of Education released the 2024-2025 Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) results in December, and we are pleased to share that Limestone has achieved its strongest performance in four years, with gains across every testing category.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone’s results are consistent with provincial trends in many areas and show meaningful improvement in others, including among specific student groups. In fact, Limestone is performing at or above the provincial average in nearly all measures.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">These results reflect the collective efforts of Limestone educators, Educational Assistants, program teams, and school leaders—supported by the ongoing commitment of students and families across our district. We are extremely proud of the dedication and hard work that contributed to these achievements.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are pleased to share a </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q1qQcIXSyFU" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">video update with families on Limestone’s Student Achievement Plan in Action – EQAO Highlights</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. This </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q1qQcIXSyFU" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">short video</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> provides an overview of Limestone’s Student Achievement Plan and how it guides our shared work to support student learning and well-being.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Through insights from members of the Limestone Senior Team, families will learn about the key priorities shaping our efforts, the thinking behind our actions, and how collaboration, evidence, and reflection help us improve. The video highlights how data, professional learning, and shared leadership work together to move learning forward, while keeping students, belonging, and continuous growth at the centre. It offers a look at how planning connects to practice as we work together toward positive outcomes for all Limestone students.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Revisions to Grades 7, 8, and 10 History Curriculum</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Minister of Education has announced updates to the Grades 7, 8, and 10 History curriculum for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">With these updates, in Grades 7, 8, and 10, students will learn about significant contributions of Black individuals and communities to Canada’s foundation as a nation, and the obstacles they faced in the pursuit of building an inclusive and prosperous country.&nbsp;The Grade 10 History course will also have new learning on extreme political and social ideologies, the Holocaust and rising antisemitism, and the Holodomor famine in Ukraine.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Learn more about the updated curriculum on the </span><a href="https://www.dcp.edu.gov.on.ca/en/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ministry of Education’s Curriculum and Resources website.</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Become a Homestay and Host an International Student: A Meaningful Experience for You and Your Family</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Each year, LDSB welcomes more than 120 international students into schools across the district from countries around the world, including Brazil, Italy, China, Germany, Japan, Mexico, France, Vietnam, Rwanda, and many others. Hosting an international student is a meaningful way to bring the world into your home while making a positive difference in a young person’s life. Limestone homestay families are carefully matched with students and supported by dedicated Limestone staff throughout the placement, so families are never on their own. Hosting offers opportunities for cultural exchange, the development of lasting relationships, and a monthly stipend to help offset costs. To learn more about how hosting works, the supports in place, and why many local families choose to open their homes, visit </span><a href="https://internationaled.limestone.on.ca/become_a_homestay" class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">internationaled.limestone.on.ca/become_a_homestay</strong></b></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ministry Resources for Reading and Math</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">There are many resources available to support your student’s learning in math and literacy, offering engaging activities that make learning both fun and effective for students and families. To explore these tools, visit Limestone’s </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/tutoring" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Online Learning Resources and Tutoring webpage</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you for your continued partnership and support of student learning and well-being across Limestone. We are grateful for the role families play in helping students feel supported, connected, and successful, and we look forward to continuing our work together.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Krishna Burra</span></p>