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Boardroom Briefs: November 2025
<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Boardroom Briefs is intended to provide highlights of presentations, reports and decisions made at the regular meeting of the Limestone District School Board of Trustees. The following are highlights of the November 19, 2025 Annual Board Meeting, and November 24, 2025 Nominations Committee Meeting. Agendas can be found on the website under </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/board_meetings-1719463739654" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Board Meetings</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. </span><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Annual General Meeting - November 19, 2025</span></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Land Acknowledgement </span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">All meetings begin with a Land Acknowledgement: </span><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">"The Limestone District School Board is situated on the traditional territories of the Anishinaabek and Haudenosaunee. We acknowledge their enduring presence on this land, as well as the presence of Métis, Inuit, and other First Nations from across Turtle Island. We honour their cultures and celebrate their commitment to this land."</em></i></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Call to Order</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Director of Education Krishna Burra: "In accordance with Section 208 of The Education Act, and LDSB By-Laws Article II and IV, and under the authority invested in me as the Secretary of the Board, I welcome everyone to the Annual Meeting of the Limestone District School Board for the term ending November 19, 2026. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This evening Trustees will elect a Chair and a Vice-Chair to serve as Executive for the next year. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">I shall be the presiding officer of this Annual Meeting, pending the election of the Chair of the Board, and therefore call this meeting to order." </span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Student Performance</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">To open the Annual Board Meeting, Grades 7 and 8 students from the Calvin Park Public School Challenge program, led by teacher Catherine Tang, performed "Viva La Vida," by Coldplay on </span><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/79826ca8-da0b-4e0b-827c-eaa603baad69?fingerprint=ppb20260107212204" alt="Calvin Park PS Students Performing in LDSB Boardroom for 2026 Annual Board Meeting" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Annual Declaration of Involvement</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Director Burra: "Trustees of the Limestone District School Board are committed to accountability and transparency. The Trustee Code of Conduct states, 'Trustees shall declare any conflict of interest or involvement, financial or otherwise, between their personal life and/or business interests and their position on the Board.' In support of this, Trustees annually declare their ongoing involvement with agencies, boards, and committees in organizations outside of the Limestone District School Board and declare verbally at the Annual Meeting of the Board for inclusion in the minutes."</span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Election of the Chair</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Karen McGregor was re-elected as Chair. Chair McGregor, who has been Chair since June 2025, represents LDSB schools in the Townships of Central Frontenac, Addington Highlands, and North Frontenac. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">“Trustees play a critical role as a bridge between the communities we serve and the Board, ensuring that families have a direct channel to raise local concerns, seek guidance and influence decisions that affect their children's education,” says Chair McGregor. “I am honoured to be re-elected as Chair for the coming year, to work with a Board of Trustees determined to make a positive difference in the lives of every student in our district.” </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/3b73f535-6db0-57a4-bb4f-a5bb6232f53e?fingerprint=ppb20251217013553" alt="Karen McGregor Portrait" width="277" height="359" style="width:277px;height:359px;display:inline-block"><br><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Chair Karen McGregor</em></i></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Election of the Vice-Chair</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tiffany Lloyd was elected as Vice-Chair. Vice-Chair Lloyd represents LDSB schools in the Town of Greater Napanee. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">"I’m honoured to serve as Vice-Chair, and I’m grateful for my colleagues’ confidence,” says Vice-Chair Lloyd. “I look forward to working together as we support our schools, listen to our communities, and make decisions that truly benefit the students and families we serve." </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/02ea62dd-f2f2-5bdf-8bf4-95704c83d5d1?fingerprint=ppb20251217013025" alt="Tiffany Lloyd Portrait" width="274" height="355" style="width:274px;height:355px;display:inline-block"><br><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Vice-Chair Tiffany Lloyd</em></i></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Nominations Committee Meeting - November 24, 2025</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustees gathered on November 24, 2025 to select which committees they wish to serve on. There are seven Statutory Committees, and four Special Committees. The following Trustees will serve on each committee:</span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Statutory Committees</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(a)</strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Audit Committee (serving year 4 of 4-year term): </strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(1)</span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustee Elliott </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(2)</span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustee Lloyd </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(3)</span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustee Ruttan </span><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(b)</strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Awards Committee: </strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(1) </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustee Elliott </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(2) </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustee McGregor </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(3) </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustee Neill </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(4)</span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustee Ruttan (Alternate) </span><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(c)</strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Special Education Advisory Committee (serving year 4 of 4-year term): </strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(1)</span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustee Lloyd </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(2)</span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustee McGregor </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(3)</span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustee Neill (Alternate) </span><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(d)</strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(1)</span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustee Morning </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(2)</span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustee Scott </span><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(e)</strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Parent Involvement Committee:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(1)</span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustee Godkin </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(2)</span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustee Hutcheon (Alternate) </span><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(f) </strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Indigenous Education Committee: </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> (1)</span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustee Maracle </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(2)</span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustee Hutcheon </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(3)</span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustee Neill (Alternate) </span><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(g)</strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Director’s Review Committee (June to June term): </strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(1)</span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustee McGregor </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(2)</span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustee Lloyd </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(3)</span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustee Elliott </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(4)</span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustee Scott </span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Special Committees</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(a) </strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Supervised Alternative Learning: </strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(1)</span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustee Morning </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(2) </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustee Neill (Alternate) </span><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(b) </strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Expulsion Hearing Committee/Disciplinary Hearing Committee Pool </strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The following Trustees indicated that they would like to be placed in the Expulsion Hearing Committee/Disciplinary Hearing Committee Pool: </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(1) Trustee Elliott</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(2) Trustee Hutcheon </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(3) Trustee McGregor </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(4) Trustee Ruttan </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(5) Trustee Scott </span><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(c) OPSBA (Term from June to June): </strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Selection of the OPSBA Representative has been deferred to the January 14, 2026 Board meeting. Trustee McGregor will continue in her role until that time. </span><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(d) Food Sharing Project: </strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(1) Trustee Neill </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(2) Trustee Scott (Alternate)</span></p>
2025-12-01 15:58:06.915 +0000 UTC
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PIC Gathering with Director December 4, 2025
<p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/bff4337c-478a-4c20-a057-a8a6e80ca7cb?fingerprint=ppb20251217014805" alt="Parent Involvement Committee Gathering with Director" width="584" height="730" style="width:584px;height:730px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Join us for a special </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/parent-involvement-committee" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Parent Involvement Committee (PIC)</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> gathering with Krishna Burra, LDSB Director of Education. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">When: </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday, December 4, 2025, 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Where:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> In-person or online</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In-person: </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">220 Portsmouth Avenue, Kingston, Ontario</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Online:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><a href="https://teams.microsoft.com/dl/launcher/launcher.html?url=%2F_%23%2Fl%2Fmeetup-join%2F19%3Ameeting_MmJlMGM0YWEtNDQ4NS00YzAxLWJhMmEtNjhjNmM5NDA0ZmRk%40thread.v2%2F0%3Fcontext%3D%257b%2522Tid%2522%253a%2522e1f4165f-ebae-4d82-a73c-a0de593830be%2522%252c%2522Oid%2522%253a%25222807506b-b7b9-4de9-8d10-c7f7c33103a9%2522%257d%26anon%3Dtrue&type=meetup-join&deeplinkId=49721d4d-f239-4e30-a5d3-f2d0a60ce03a&directDl=true&msLaunch=true&enableMobilePage=true&suppressPrompt=true" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Link to Attend</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We look forward to seeing you there!</span></p>
2025-11-25 16:21:00.653 +0000 UTC
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Centreville Chronicle December News
<p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Principal's Update</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dear Families,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Last week we recognized Bullying Awareness and Prevention week and Limestone DSB recognized </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, November 21, as a district-wide Pink Shirt Day. </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Throughout the week, we had many pink hearts put up on classroom doors recognizing acts of kindness. It was such a success that we have decided to continue for the rest of November!! Let's see how 'pink' we can get the halls of Centreville as we continue to choose kindness.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are thrilled to announce that our school has been chosen to participate in the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Words Matter Campaign</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> this year! This year-long initiative is designed to reduce the incidence and impact of harmful and discriminatory language in our school community. Our goal is to create a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for everyone and gain tools to support your children in using words that uplift and empower.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Words Matter Project seeks to address the nuances of language that can perpetuate harm, bias, and discrimination. By fostering open dialogue and education about the power of words, we aim to create a culture of mindful communication. This campaign will involve not just students and staff but also parents and caregivers, emphasizing the crucial role that families play in promoting respectful interactions. Look for information to be sent in our newsletters bi-weekly.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Finally, Centreville is excited for the holiday season, and we are looking forward to a month of festive activities. We are happy to bring back Holiday BINGO on December 11th, and festive Fridays throughout December. Read on for details for a fun month ahead.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Yours in Education,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Jennifer Osborne, Principal</span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><br></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/6ccdf019-6aa0-40c7-8131-e1ba59fd621b?fingerprint=ppb20251217014016" alt="bus" width="262" height="168" style="width:262px;height:168px;display:inline-block;float:left"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Bus Delays and Cancellations</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As the weather gets colder, please be aware that buses may be delayed or cancelled. Families should ensure they are signed up to receive direct notifications, either by email, or Tri-Board’s app. Delays and cancellations are also posted to Tri-Board’s Website. Please have a back-up plan and transportation home if your child's bus is cancelled! A reminder that supervision of students is not available until 8:45 am. Please do not drop off your child at school before that time.</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· </span><a href="https://triboard.mybusplanner.ca/Login?ReturnUrl=/Subscriptions/Login.aspx" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Subscribe by email to specific bus routes</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· </span><a href="https://triboard.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/BusPlanner-Delays-App-how-to-download.pdf" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Instructions on how to download the BusPlanner Delays App</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">November/December Dates</span></u></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Nov 24-28 Student Census Week</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Nov. 24 Jr. & Sr. COED Volleyball Tournament @ Queens University - Mitchell Hall/Barlett Gym </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Nov. 25 SAC Meeting 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Nov 28 Interactive Concert: Taiko-Japanese Drumming</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Nov. 28 Mr. Clapp's Jumbo Hot Dog Day Fundraiser </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dec. 3 NDSS Band Performance </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dec. 5 Holiday Spirit Kick Off- Wear Your Most Festive Red, White or Green</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dec.5 Jingle Bell Run, Walk, or Wheel </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dec. 5 SAC Elf Shelf </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dec. 8 Grades 1, 2/3 & 3/4 Class Field Trip To The Fire Hall Theatre in Gananoque To Watch: Red vs. The Wolf</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dec. 11 Holiday BINGO Night 6:00 pm to 7 pm </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dec. 12 Holiday Spirit Day - Wear Your Festive Sweater or Hat </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dec. 19 Holiday Spirit Day - Wear Your Festive Jammies </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/5f34b626-bc0b-4cba-9aca-f40a43126acb?fingerprint=ppb20251217013856" alt="holiday bingo" width="227" height="164" style="width:227px;height:164px;display:inline-block;float:left"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Festive Holiday Bingo is back</strong></b></i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">!</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please mark your calendars for </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday, December 11, from 6:00–7:00 p.m.</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Join us for a cozy evening of seasonal fun as we celebrate with warm cocoa, delicious cookies, and plenty of holiday cheer. We’ll have festive candy bags for our lucky winners, music to set the mood, and lots of opportunities to enjoy time together as a school community. Classroom raffle baskets will also be available. We can’t wait to share a wonderful evening with all of you!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/64e149f3-1daf-4590-a153-f5e5c37085f2?fingerprint=ppb20251217013934" alt="festive fun" width="241" height="197" style="width:241px;height:197px;display:inline-block;float:left"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our holiday school spirit days are just around the corner! We’ll kick things off on </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, December 5th,</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> by wearing our brightest </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">holiday red, white, or green</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. Then on </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, December 12th</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, show off your most </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">festive sweater or holiday hat</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. And last but not least, on </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, December 19th</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, get ready for </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Holiday Cozy Jammie Day</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">—just roll out of bed and keep those comfy pajamas on! We will also challenge our classrooms to a Holiday Door Decorating Contest. We are looking forward to seeing many creative Holiday displays. Our Kindergartens will be our judges, and will present awards to each class on Friday December 12th. Let the December fun begin!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In November, we honor </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">National Indigenous Education Month</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> at the Limestone District School Board (LDSB). During this month, we are encouraged to engage, learn, and teach about Indigenous perspectives, histories, and realities. We take this time to celebrate the unique cultures and languages of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit (FNMI) peoples across Turtle Island (North America) and to reflect upon the diversity and brilliance of Indigenous communities.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/e091aa62-8130-483d-b62a-01cfc37be4a9?fingerprint=ppb20251217015049" alt="2025 10 21 Student Census Social and Newsletter" width="652" height="501" style="width:652px;height:501px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">See Yourself in Limestone – Student Census Survey</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone is committed to creating safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environments for all students. To help us better understand how students’ identities and experiences relate to their achievement and well-being, we are launching our second See Yourself in Limestone Student Census Survey this fall.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The census is a voluntary and confidential survey for students in </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grades 4 to 12</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, running from </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">November 24 to 28, 2025.</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> It gathers information about students’ identities and their experiences at school. This data is then paired with academic information to help us understand what school is like for different groups of students.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Important information for families:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The survey is </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">optional</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Responses are </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">confidential</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> and students can skip any questions they do not wish to answer.</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students will complete the survey during class time.</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students who do not participate will be provided with an alternative activity.</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Families who do not want their student(s) to complete the survey must contact their school principal by </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, November 14, 2025</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. Opting out means the student will not receive the survey in their e-mail inbox.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">By better understanding students’ identities and experiences, we can remove barriers and better support students in accessing what they need to succeed.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Learn more about the Student Census and how it supports equity in Limestone:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student_census" class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">limestone.on.ca/student_census</strong></b></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Public Notice</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please be informed that the Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) Operator course will run a small one-day exercise within South Frontenac, Perth, Loyalist, and Greater Napanee on 03 December 2025. No weapons will be carried, but military members will be in uniform and wearing military equipment.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">To provide some additional context, the course overall is designed to enable participants to conduct a civil assessment of a local community, and meet with local municipal leaders to coordinate civilian and military resources in support of a large population of civilians evacuating a disaster.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The purpose of the exercise is to train military students on the type of planning and assessments that need to occur if a disaster in a nearby community required mass evacuation. Specifically, their goal is to assess the degree of support that these communities could provide to temporarily house and care for people fleeing the disaster. This exercise is for simulated training purposes only, and information gathered will not be used for any actual emergency planning purposes.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Holiday Food Baskets</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/4aaf946c-3ac9-40c9-b8c1-83459cd87fe5?fingerprint=ppb20251217013714" alt="christmastree" width="198" height="191" style="width:198px;height:191px;display:inline-block;float:left"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Centreville PS is once again supporting the Newburgh-Camden Lions Club Food basket campaign helping others in need by collecting non-perishable food for the Holiday Food Baskets. Please consider bringing in a nonperishable food item to fill our bins throughout the month of November. Thank you for considering those in need as we head into the holiday season. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Curriculum Focus: Parent Engagement in Math and Literacy</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ministry and Board Resources for Math and Literacy</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">There are many resources available designed to support your student’s learning in math and literacy, offering engaging activities that can make learning fun and effective for students and families. </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.limestone.on.ca%2Ftutoring&data=05%7C02%7Cvanderschot%40limestone.on.ca%7C892fa2f3eb9741a1fb8b08de17eb71d4%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638974497276489865%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=pqg%2BbGBc0b0EPoIYUHlV72cho4Q7tYgHOJbA7MYXHp8%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://www.limestone.on.ca/tutoring. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Visit Limestone’s Online Learning Resources and Tutoring webpage</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> to learn more. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/e7e8fbc6-3a22-49be-aa5e-fe70eacd48f4?fingerprint=ppb20251217015125" alt="December literacy newsletter" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Physical and Health Education Curriculum</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Limestone District School Board (LDSB) is committed to delivering health and physical education to all elementary students, using the Ontario Curriculum: Health and Physical Education, Grades 1-8, 2019. LDSB is committed to building positive school cultures that support student achievement and wellness. The Exemption from Human Development and Sexual Health Instruction, Grades 1 to 8 Procedure (the “Procedure”) was developed in response to the Ontario Ministry of Education’s Policy/Program Memorandum (PPM) No. 162 which requires school boards to develop a procedure that allows for students to be exempted, at the request of their parents/guardians, from instruction related to the Human Development and Sexual Health expectations found in Strand D of the Ontario Curriculum: Health and Physical Education, Grades 1-8, 2019 (the “Curriculum”).</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Classroom teachers will inform families of the timeline for delivering Strand D Human Development and Sexual Health Instruction, and an exemption letter will be provided. Below is a link to the expectations by grade.</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/652bb7db-7aeb-5a00-bf1f-2421f5463373?fingerprint=20260607T0800Z" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Form 325-D - List of H.D. and S.H Instruction Expectations by Grade</span></a></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/f16c07a8-2742-4ca4-a814-409b3e7ac990?fingerprint=ppb20251217015218" alt="SAC pic" width="219" height="210" style="width:219px;height:210px;display:inline-block;float:left"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Here are your 2025-26 SAC executive members:</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Chair: Michelle Cornacchia</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Secretary: Carmen McElligott </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Treasurer: Katelyn Lockridge</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Teacher Rep: Heidi Tyler</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We warmly welcome all parents to be a part of any and every council meeting, whether you are an elected member or a parent who would just like to listen in and hear more about what is going on at Centreville PS. Meetings usually include an administrator's sharing component, reports from members in particular positions (treasurer, chairs etc.) and some discussion items. Babysitting for school age children will be available.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our next meeting we will take place on Tuesday November 25 @6:15</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">SAC Fundraising</span></u></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Maple Dale Cheese Fundraiser </strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">SAC is excited to announce that they will be doing a Maple Dale cheese fundraiser, just in time for the holidays! Enjoy a variety of cheeses including the classics, cheese curds, as well as unique flavours such as Dill & Garlic, Ghost Pepper Cheddar, Maple Bacon Cheddar and so much more! </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Order forms will be going home</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Friday November 21</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">and to be returned by, no later than, Friday December 5th </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">to ensure delivery by the holidays! Pickup will be available during the final week of school. Pickup details will be made available after orders are in.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> SAC thanks you for your continued support!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Elf Shop</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Have some items you would like to donate or ‘re-gift’? We are looking for donations of any sort; small, gently used items, holiday decorations and ornaments, candles, toys, books, tissue paper, gift bags that could be used for students to do some holiday shopping for family members etc. Please drop these off at the school by Wednesday December 3</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>rd</span></sup><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dieleman Fundraising Catalogues</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Fundraising catalogues were sent home at the beginning of the week with youngest and only children. Online orders are due by Nov 11. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><u><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School Information</strong></b></u></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">MARTIAL ARTS LESSONS!</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Terry Langevin Educational Systems is offering classes in our gym during the lunch break (11:45-12:45). Please contact the office for a registration package.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">GUITAR LESSONS</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Guitar lessons have resumed at Centreville in September. Private 30 minute weekly lessons are being offered by experienced music teacher, Erika Hase. Lessons are $28. If interested text Erika Hase at (343)989-1579</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/de6e9cca-6732-4be3-bc35-c9e19fe46540?fingerprint=ppb20251217015036" alt="schoolday" width="789" height="309" style="width:789px;height:309px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Centreville PS continues to offer our families a new secure portal to complete permissions and payments online. With </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School-Day: Permissions & Payments</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, you will be able to complete</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> permission forms</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> and </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">payments</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> from any web browser using your SmartPhone, tablet, laptop or desktop.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Through this online portal, you will be able to pay for items such as:</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Field trips</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Sporting events</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Student cards/athletic fees</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Hot lunch (where applicable)</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The new easy-to-use portal will remove the risks associated with sending money to school with students, the frustration of lost or missing permission forms, and significantly reduce the amount of paper our school consumes.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you have not yet signed up for School day, please call the main office and a secure code information sheet will be sent home with your child. </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Use the instructions in it to sign up for a School-Day account at </span><a href="http://www.school-day.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">www.school-day.com</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> and connect to your child’s events and activities.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/64cd985d-a9fa-4bef-a30e-0a545d64afc1?fingerprint=ppb20251217013934" alt="2025 10 20 Child due Routine Immunizations newsletter insert" width="632" height="662" style="width:632px;height:662px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/93eed4fc-4f60-4ba7-8ab5-2911e88bc541?fingerprint=ppb20251217014357" alt="2025 10 01 newsletter insert does your student need glasses" width="601" height="848" style="width:601px;height:848px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/9b4f1616-76d2-420d-a2f0-accf18180b45?fingerprint=ppb20251217014435" alt="OT Tiered model letter for families June 2025" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/57af356d-019d-48c9-b603-e1a47e89f540?fingerprint=ppb20251217013816" alt="school staff" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Centreville PS Staff 2025-26</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Principal: Jennifer Osborne</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Vice-Principal: Tanyelle VanderSchoor</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Office Manager: Jodi Hillier</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(JK/SK) Sherry King & Sarah Green (ECE)</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(1) Heidi Tyler</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(2/3) Kate Minielly</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(3/4) Mary-Lynn Kimmett & Karla Tynski</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(4/5/6) Tess Fraser </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(6/7/8) Ben Clapp</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">French: Susan Raddon</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Student Support Teacher: Mary-Lynn Kimmett </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Student Support Counsellor: Jamie Lopes</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Itinerant Support Teacher: Matt Aylesworth</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Planning Time Teacher: Sierra Darton</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Educational Assistant: Tonya Duffy</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Short Term Educational Assistant: Summer Van deBogart</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Head Custodian: Gord Cota</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Centreville PS Schedule</span></h2><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Time</span></p></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Activity/learning block</span></p></th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">8:45 a.m.</span></p></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Supervision begins on the yard</span></p></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">9:00 a.m.</span></p></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Entry to school</span></p></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">9:00 a.m. to 10:40 a.m.</span></p></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">100-minute learning block</span></p></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">10:40 a.m. to 10:55 a.m.</span></p></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Recess</span></p></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">10:55 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.</span></p></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">50-minute learning block</span></p></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.</span></p></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Lunch (20 minutes) and recess (40 minutes)</span></p></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">12:45 p.m. to 2:25 p.m.</span></p></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">100-minute learning block</span></p></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">2:25 p.m. to 2:40 p.m.</span></p></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Recess</span></p></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">2:40 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.</span></p></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">50-minute learning block</span></p></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">3:30 p.m.</span></p></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dismissal</span></p></td></tr></tbody></table><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/7291ab76-99b5-43a1-8f2b-edaade7c53e8/2025-04-07-LDSB%20School%20Year%20Calendar-2025-2026.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217014043" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. </span></p><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967?fingerprint=ppb20251217013147" alt="2025 2026 LDSB School Year Calendar" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/ad6105e5-3a26-4b4a-9724-497aafc1e60d?fingerprint=ppb20251217014623" alt="medical forms" width="173" height="100" style="width:173px;height:100px;display:inline-block;float:right"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Prevalent Medical Plan of Care</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This message is intended for the families of students with prevalent medical conditions where documentation is needed by the school:</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Parents/guardians of returning students with known medical plans of care will receive a package with a medical plan of care to update with the student verification packages. These need to be updated and returned as soon as possible.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you are new to the school, or do not receive the package, to help us gather important medical information about your child, we ask that you select the correct Plan of Care form from the link below, complete it and return it to the school as soon as possible. You may request a printed copy as well. If you require us to administer daily medication, you will also need to complete the necessary paperwork for us to be able to do this. </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Completed forms can be printed and sent in with students or scanned and emailed to </strong></b><a href="mailto:ctrvl@limestone.on.ca" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">ctrvl@limestone.on.ca</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Daily medication will need to be dropped off by a parent/caregiver at the school and will be stored at the office. Students cannot carry medications in their backpack, at any time. You may drop of labelled medication this week.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">**Be sure to also include the supplementary forms if medication may need to be administered by school staff.</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Health and safety of our students is our first priority. Thank you for helping us stay informed on your child's medical conditions and Plan of Care.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Here is the link: </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/medical-procedures" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Medical Procedures</span></a></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Allergen Awareness - Nut-Free School</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you for packing nut-free snacks! Please communicate with teachers before sending any treats in for your student's class. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/77143b36-64d5-4f80-a9f2-cf2bf339fb88?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="387" height="553" style="width:387px;height:553px;display:inline-block"></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tri-Board Transportation</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If your child rides the bus, Tri-board should have sent confirmation of your child's route. If you were on a bus last year at the end of the year, you are set up for busing this year. You can also sign up for bus status alert emails at the Tri-board website to ensure you are notified of any late runs or cancelled routes.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you are new to Centreville Public School and require transportation, you will need to fill out the bus form at </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftriboard.ca%2F&data=05%7C01%7Cwitleyk%40limestone.on.ca%7Cb67526dc900540b0afe708da89e8ed52%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C637973930787886893%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=pnmw76gDMGyFveT02%2F2W1Y42b7XUCB27UAANY3zdVI0%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://triboard.ca</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">CPIC</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you intend to volunteer in any capacity this school year, please complete a CPIC via the OPP website. If we have a current CPIC on file with a date within 2 years, an offence declaration can be filled out at the beginning of the school year. Please see Mrs. Jodi in the main office. CPICS are free of charge if you are volunteering with the school.</span><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">STUDENT ACCIDENT PROTECTION PROGRAM</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Limestone District School Board makes available Student Accident Insurance. Various affordable plans are available. Parents may enroll on-line at </span><a href="http://www.insuremykids.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">www.insuremykids.com</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> or by completing the Student Accident Insurance package and mailing it directly to the company. </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please note: participation in extra-curricular athletic activities requires parent signature verifying student accident insurance coverage through some insurance carrier.</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">STUDENT AGENDAS </strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Agendas are provided by Centreville Public School to students in grades JK-3 to help students stay organized and instill a sense of responsibility. The expectation is that students record their homework and important events in their agenda on a daily basis. Each night parents should confirm that homework has been completed by signing. Teachers will check the agendas for correspondence from parents. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/fde66b98-2e58-40d1-bd92-c4ee63a6c7d0?fingerprint=ppb20251217015329" alt="School Counts" width="448" height="503" style="width:448px;height:503px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/24195261-737d-4ee3-b461-54af7ebcbdef?fingerprint=ppb20251217013337" alt="safearrival2023" width="222" height="198" style="width:222px;height:198px;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">How Do I Report An Absence</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please use the Safe Arrival system to report your child's absence; do not call the school to report an absence. </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If your child is going to be absent from learning, please ensure you use the Safe Arrival system to report the absence. </span><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If your child will be late, please report a full day absence and then we will sign them in when they arrive. You cannot indicate a half day absence.</em></i></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">How to report your absence:</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">1. Toll-free telephone</strong></b></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Call </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">1-855-257-9349</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> toll-free to report an absence using the automated phone system.</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">2. School Messenger App</strong></b></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Use your mobile device to download and install the free SchoolMessenger blue app from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store, the </span><a href="https://go.schoolmessenger.com/#/home" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">SchoolMessenger website portal</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, or from within the LDSB mobile app.</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The first time you use the app, you must select Sign Up to create your account. Please ensure you use the same email address your student’s school has on file. If you do not use that same email address, you will not be able to create an account, or may not be able to see the "Attendance" option. You may have already created an account when we introduced the Communicate broadcast system.</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Select Attendance, then select Report an Absence and follow the prompts.</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">3. </strong></b><a href="https://go.schoolmessenger.ca/#/account/login" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">SchoolMessenger SafeArrival Website Portal</strong></b></a><br></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Visit the </span><a href="https://go.schoolmessenger.ca/#/account/login" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">SchoolMessenger website portal</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The first time you use the app, you must select Sign Up to create your account. Please ensure you use the same email address your student’s school has on file. If you do not use that same email address, you will not be able to create an account, or may not be able to see the "Attendance" option. You may have already created an account when we introduced the Communicate broadcast system.</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Select Attendance, then Report an Absence and follow the prompts.</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/34044f0d-85cd-42b3-8dfc-ac039de3f4e0?fingerprint=ppb20251217013501" alt="Smart hub 2025" width="612" height="977" style="width:612px;height:977px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><br></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/0116fd7b-4dfa-4833-ba03-d3ca3db87588?fingerprint=ppb20251217013010" alt="Hate has no home" width="757" height="1327" style="width:757px;height:1327px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">DON'T FORGET...SPARTAN WEAR IS AVAILABLE ALL YEAR WITH THIS LINK:</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><a href="https://centrevillepublicschool.entripyshops.com/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Centreville Public School</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/73be8a09-b95b-4d09-b0df-8e64d66807d7?fingerprint=ppb20251217014056" alt="Centreville Homepage Banner 650 300 px 1 " width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>
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Limestone District School Board Chair and Vice-Chair Elected for 2025-2026
<p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/3b73f535-6db0-57a4-bb4f-a5bb6232f53e?fingerprint=ppb20251217013553" alt="" width="349" height="452" style="width:349px;height:452px;display:inline-block"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><img src="/images/02ea62dd-f2f2-5bdf-8bf4-95704c83d5d1?fingerprint=ppb20251217013025" alt="" width="349" height="452" style="width:349px;height:452px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Chair Karen McGregor</em></i><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> (left) and </span><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Vice-Chair Tiffany Lloyd</em></i></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone District School Board (LDSB) Chair Karen McGregor was re-elected to the role, and Trustee Tiffany Lloyd was elected to Vice-Chair at the Annual Meeting of the Board November 19, 2025. Trustees elect a Chair and Vice-Chair each year of their four-year mandate. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Chair McGregor, who has been Chair since June 2025, represents LDSB schools in the Townships of Central Frontenac, Addington Highlands, and North Frontenac. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">“Trustees play a critical role as a bridge between the communities we serve and the Board, ensuring that families have a direct channel to raise local concerns, seek guidance and influence decisions that affect their children's education,” says Chair McGregor. “I am honoured to be re-elected as Chair for the coming year, to work with a Board of Trustees determined to make a positive difference in the lives of every student in our district.” </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Vice-Chair Lloyd represents LDSB schools in the Town of Greater Napanee. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">"I’m honoured to serve as Vice-Chair, and I’m grateful for my colleagues’ confidence,” says Vice-Chair Lloyd. “I look forward to working together as we support our schools, listen to our communities, and make decisions that truly benefit the students and families we serve." </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustees will be selecting the committees they wish to serve on next week at the Nominations Committee Meeting Monday, November 24, 2025. </span></p>
2025-11-21 20:25:34.383 +0000 UTC
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Choices at 7 Program Information
<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Limestone District School Board's Choices at 7 programs offer opportunities for students entering Grade 7 to participate in a variety of unique learning environments. Depending on the availability of places in the programs, students currently in Grade 7 may also apply to join a program for their Grade 8 year. The Choices at 7 programs that are offered include: </span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">ATLAS</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> (Applying Technology for Learning, Aptitude, and Success) </span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Challenge</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> (Gifted and Academic Enrichment Program) </span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LEAP</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> (Limestone Education through the Arts Program) </span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Extended French Immersion Program</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> (for students entering Grade 7 only)</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you are interested in finding out more about these programs, you are invited to attend the information nights that are being held at each site (dates and times are listed below). For detailed information about any of the Choices at 7 programs, please visit the </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/choices_at_7" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Choices at 7 web page.</span></a></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Application Process:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The application form for the ATLAS Program, the Challenge Program, LEAP, and Extended French Immersion for September 2026 will be open from </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">December 12, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. until January 12, 2026, at 4:00 p.m</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. Application information and links will be available on the </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/choices_at_7" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Choices at 7 web page.</span></a></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Choices at 7 Information Nights:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Calvin Park Public School - ATLAS, Challenge, LEAP and CORE Choices at 7 Program Information Night</strong></b></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem editor-nested-listitem"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.</span></li></ul></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Loughborough Public School - Challenge Program Choices at 7 Program Information Night</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;">Thursday, January 8, at 6:00 p.m.</span></li></ul></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ernestown Intermediate and Secondary School - Grade 7 and 8 Challenge Program Information Night</strong></b></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem editor-nested-listitem"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday, December 11, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.</span></li></ul></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Harrowsmith Public School - Extended French Immersion Program Information Night</strong></b></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem editor-nested-listitem"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Monday December 8, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.</span></li></ul></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Module Vanier - Extended French Immersion Program Information Night</strong></b></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem editor-nested-listitem"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.</span></li></ul></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Module L’Acadie - Extended French Immersion Program Information Night</strong></b></li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem editor-nested-listitem"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.</span></li></ul></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you have any additional questions, please do not hesitate to e-mail us at the address that appears below.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Kind regards,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wilma Pettingill and Elizabeth Suriyuth</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LDSB Choices at 7 Registrars</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><a href="mailto:choicesatseven@limestone.on.ca" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">choicesatseven@limestone.on.ca</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p>
2025-11-20 21:00:49.731 +0000 UTC
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Student Census Survey Opt-Out Deadline Extended
<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;">As a follow-up to our previous messages about the upcoming Student Census survey, </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">the deadline for families to opt out has been extended to the end of day on Monday, November 17.</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> If you wish to opt your student(s) out, please contact your school principal. </span><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Families who have already opted out do not need to take any further action.</strong></b></i></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students who are opted out will not receive the survey in their e-mail inbox and will be provided with an alternative activity during the survey period.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Available Student Census Resources</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">There are resources about the Student Census for families and students available on Limestone’s website, including:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student_census" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">About the Student Census</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> (including a video)</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A list of </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student-census-frequently-asked-questions-faqs-" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Frequently Asked Questions and Answers</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> that includes information on privacy, confidentiality, and data use</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student-census-introduction-to-student-and-family-guide-" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Student and Family Guide</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> that explains the survey questions and why we ask them</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student-census-2025-grades-4-to-6-questions" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Copies of the questions for the Grades 4 to 6 survey</span></a></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student-census-2025-grades-7-to-12-questions" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Copies of the questions for Grades 7 to 12 survey</span></a></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student-census-student-and-family-question-guide" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Question Guide</span></a></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph"><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;">About the Student Census</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Student Census is a voluntary survey for students in Grades 4 to 12. This important initiative aims to learn more about students' identities, academic achievement, and their experiences at school. By understanding more about the unique backgrounds, experiences, and needs of students, we can create a more inclusive and supportive educational environment for everyone.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The data is paired with academic information to help us understand what school is like for different groups of students.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">It is important to note that:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The survey is </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">optional</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Responses are </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">confidential</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">can choose to answer as much or as little of the survey as they wish</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Alison McDonnell</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Superintendent of Curriculum and Program Services: Early Years and Equity and Inclusion</span></p>
2025-11-13 21:15:51.781 +0000 UTC
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Reminder - Student Census Survey
<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;">A reminder to families that the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">See Yourself in Limestone Student Census is coming up the week of November 24 to 28</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Student Census is a voluntary survey for students in Grades 4 to 12. It gathers information about students’ identities and their experiences at school. This data is then paired with academic information to help us understand what school is like for different groups of students.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">It is important to note that:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The survey is </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">optional</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Responses are </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">confidential</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">can choose to answer as much or as little of the survey as they wish</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Reminder: Opt-Out Deadline is Friday, November 14</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you prefer that your student not participate, you can opt them out by contacting your school principal.</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Students who are opted out will not receive the survey in their e-mail inbox and will be provided with an alternative activity during the survey period.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Opt-out deadline:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Friday, November 14, 2025</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Student Census Resources</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">There are resources about the Student Census for families and students available on Limestone’s website, including:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student_census" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">About the Student Census</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> (including a video)</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A list of </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student-census-frequently-asked-questions-faqs-" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Frequently Asked Questions and Answers</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> that includes information on privacy, confidentiality, and data use</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student-census-introduction-to-student-and-family-guide-" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Student and Family Guide</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> that explains the survey questions and why we ask them</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student-census-2025-grades-4-to-6-questions" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Copies of the questions for the Grades 4 to 6 survey</span></a></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student-census-2025-grades-7-to-12-questions" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Copies of the questions for Grades 7 to 12 survey</span></a></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student-census-student-and-family-question-guide" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Question Guide</span></a></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you for your continued partnership as we strive to foster a learning environment that prioritizes understanding the needs of all students and identifying gaps for improved service.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Alison McDonnell</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Superintendent of Curriculum and Program Services:</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Early Years and Equity and Inclusion</span></p>
2025-11-10 21:30:22.219 +0000 UTC
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Centreville Chronicle November Update
<p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Principal's Update</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dear Families,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Progress reports and Kindergarten Observations of Learning reports will be sent home on Thursday November 13th with students. This snapshot report focuses on student progress, not achievement. If you wish to discuss your child's progress, please contact classroom teachers to set up a meeting or telephone call. A reminder to families that </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, November 14 is a Professional Activity (PA) Day</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> for all Limestone students. </span><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">There will be no classes for students on this day.</em></i></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We will be focusing on the following throughout the month of November:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">National Indigenous Education Month</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Holocaust Education Week</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Veterans Week/Remembrance Day</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Transgender day of Remembrance</span></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Bully Awareness and Prevention week/Pink Shirt day</span></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Student Census Week</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">More information is below and/or will be communicated in additional classroom newsletters. Please check our school calendar on the website for dates.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Centreville students have a few guest presenters scheduled in the coming month. Throughout November, Let's Talk Science presentations will take place in various classrooms, to facilitate curriculum-aligned Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) workshops. These visits involve hands-on/minds-on activities that foster problem solving, teamwork, and innovation. On November 12, there will be a school-wide School Bus Safety Presentation in the gym to teach about bus safety. On November 28, our student will be immersed in an interactive concert featuring Taiko-Japanese Drummers, showcasing a high energy style of drumming that is sure to leave a lasting impression. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">November 17-21 is Bullying Awareness and Prevention week and Limestone DSB will recognize </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, November 21, as a district-wide Pink Shirt Day. </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Please consider wearing a Pink Shirt to school in support of kindness. Throughout the week, pink hearts will be distributed to classrooms and available at the front office for students and families to consider recognizing acts of kindness. These will be posted in our walls for display. Let's see how 'pink' we can get the halls of Centreville next week as a promise to choose kindness.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/8b3b0f38-a508-4a01-a0d5-371c69096385?fingerprint=ppb20251217014301" alt="remembrance day" width="168" height="112" style="width:168px;height:112px;display:inline-block;float:left"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Finally, a reminder that we will hold a Remembrance Day ceremony beginning at 10:55 on November 11th. This will be an opportunity for students with the guidance of staff to honor the significance of the contributions of the many individuals and families who have served our country in the name of peace. Our ceremony will allow classes to share a collective moment of silence and pay tribute to the past and present work and sacrifice of Canadians of many races, genders and cultures. Lest we forget.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Yours in Education,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Jennifer Osborne, Principal</span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><br></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/6ccdf019-6aa0-40c7-8131-e1ba59fd621b?fingerprint=ppb20251217014016" alt="bus" width="262" height="168" style="width:262px;height:168px;display:inline-block;float:left"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Bus Delays and Cancellations</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As the weather gets colder, please be aware that buses may be delayed or cancelled. Families should ensure they are signed up to receive direct notifications, either by email, or Tri-Board’s app. Delays and cancellations are also posted to Tri-Board’s Website. Please have a back-up plan and transportation home if your child's bus is cancelled! A reminder that supervision of students is not available until 8:45 am. Please do not drop off your child at school before that time.</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· </span><a href="https://triboard.mybusplanner.ca/Login?ReturnUrl=/Subscriptions/Login.aspx" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Subscribe by email to specific bus routes</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· </span><a href="https://triboard.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/BusPlanner-Delays-App-how-to-download.pdf" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Instructions on how to download the BusPlanner Delays App</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">November Dates</span></u></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Nov 10 - 14 Veterans' Week</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Nov 11 Remembrance Day Ceremony</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Nov 12 Bus Safety Presentation</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Nov 13 Progress Reports go home</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Nov 14 PA Day (no school)</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Nov 17-21 Bully Awareness & Prevention Week</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Nov 19 Photo Retake Day</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Nov 20 Transgender Day of Remembrance</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Nov 21 LDSB Pink Shirt Day/ Let's Talk Science Workshops </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Nov 24-28 Student Census Week</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Nov 28 Interactive Concert: Taiko-Japanese Drumming</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/c95168dd-98a1-4960-855f-5d5e1a6bfc27?fingerprint=ppb20251217014853" alt="Pink Shirt 2025" width="443" height="518" style="width:443px;height:518px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/4c280b94-3fd1-4e17-8390-e43ec6473aa6?fingerprint=ppb20251217013714" alt="NIEM" width="228" height="209" style="width:228px;height:209px;display:inline-block;float:left"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> In November, we honor </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">National Indigenous Education Month</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> at the Limestone District School Board (LDSB). During this month, we are encouraged to engage, learn, and teach about Indigenous perspectives, histories, and realities. We take this time to celebrate the unique cultures and languages of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit (FNMI) peoples across Turtle Island (North America) and to reflect upon the diversity and brilliance of Indigenous communities.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/e091aa62-8130-483d-b62a-01cfc37be4a9?fingerprint=ppb20251217015049" alt="2025 10 21 Student Census Social and Newsletter" width="652" height="501" style="width:652px;height:501px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">See Yourself in Limestone – Student Census Survey</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone is committed to creating safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environments for all students. To help us better understand how students’ identities and experiences relate to their achievement and well-being, we are launching our second See Yourself in Limestone Student Census Survey this fall.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The census is a voluntary and confidential survey for students in </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grades 4 to 12</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, running from </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">November 24 to 28, 2025.</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> It gathers information about students’ identities and their experiences at school. This data is then paired with academic information to help us understand what school is like for different groups of students.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Important information for families:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The survey is </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">optional</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Responses are </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">confidential</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> and students can skip any questions they do not wish to answer.</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students will complete the survey during class time.</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students who do not participate will be provided with an alternative activity.</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Families who do not want their student(s) to complete the survey must contact their school principal by </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, November 14, 2025</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. Opting out means the student will not receive the survey in their e-mail inbox.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">By better understanding students’ identities and experiences, we can remove barriers and better support students in accessing what they need to succeed.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Learn more about the Student Census and how it supports equity in Limestone:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student_census" class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">limestone.on.ca/student_census</strong></b></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Holiday Food Baskets</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/4aaf946c-3ac9-40c9-b8c1-83459cd87fe5?fingerprint=ppb20251217013714" alt="christmastree" width="198" height="191" style="width:198px;height:191px;display:inline-block;float:left"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Centreville PS is once again supporting the Newburgh-Camden Lions Club Food basket campaign helping others in need by collecting non-perishable food for the Holiday Food Baskets. Please consider bringing in a nonperishable food item to fill our bins throughout the month of November. Thank you for considering those in need as we head into the holiday season. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> 🌱 Exciting News for our Students, Parents and Guardians</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">! 🌱</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">On Friday, October 24, our Kindergarten and Grade 8 students rolled up their sleeves for a special Tree Planting Day! We planted 6 Red Maples on our yard leaving a legacy for our graduating Grade 8's and a chance for our Kindergartens to watch the trees grow through their years at Centreville PS. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This fun, hands-on activity is the first part of our “Kids, Trees, and Communities” initiative — a chance for students to learn about taking care of trees, the environment, and how small community efforts can make a big difference for our planet.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As these trees grow, they’ll help offset our school’s carbon footprint by 2030 — a wonderful step toward a greener future!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are excited to share that we will be distributing 220 saplings to our students and families to plant in our larger Centreville Community on Monday November 10th! Instructions on winter planting will be provided. </strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Let’s join together to say, “Plant a tree, Grow a future” — and plant the seeds for something amazing!</span></p></td></tr></tbody></table><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Curriculum Focus: Parent Engagement in Math and Literacy</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ministry and Board Resources for Math and Literacy</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">There are many resources available designed to support your student’s learning in math and literacy, offering engaging activities that can make learning fun and effective for students and families. </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.limestone.on.ca%2Ftutoring&data=05%7C02%7Cvanderschot%40limestone.on.ca%7C892fa2f3eb9741a1fb8b08de17eb71d4%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638974497276489865%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=pqg%2BbGBc0b0EPoIYUHlV72cho4Q7tYgHOJbA7MYXHp8%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://www.limestone.on.ca/tutoring. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Visit Limestone’s Online Learning Resources and Tutoring webpage</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> to learn more. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/672d541b-bd23-41fc-a663-ee9b06ad261d?fingerprint=ppb20251217013949" alt="November math Newsletter" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/1c3fe615-dffc-4f15-a0ed-f0d94af63c08?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" alt="November Literacy in Limestone" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Physical and Health Education Curriculum</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Limestone District School Board (LDSB) is committed to delivering health and physical education to all elementary students, using the Ontario Curriculum: Health and Physical Education, Grades 1-8, 2019. LDSB is committed to building positive school cultures that support student achievement and wellness. The Exemption from Human Development and Sexual Health Instruction, Grades 1 to 8 Procedure (the “Procedure”) was developed in response to the Ontario Ministry of Education’s Policy/Program Memorandum (PPM) No. 162 which requires school boards to develop a procedure that allows for students to be exempted, at the request of their parents/guardians, from instruction related to the Human Development and Sexual Health expectations found in Strand D of the Ontario Curriculum: Health and Physical Education, Grades 1-8, 2019 (the “Curriculum”).</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Classroom teachers will inform families of the timeline for delivering Strand D Human Development and Sexual Health Instruction, and an exemption letter will be provided. Below is a link to the expectations by grade.</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/652bb7db-7aeb-5a00-bf1f-2421f5463373?fingerprint=20260607T0800Z" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Form 325-D - List of H.D. and S.H Instruction Expectations by Grade</span></a></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/ff57af18-2980-489c-8d7e-0a638e874e92?fingerprint=ppb20251217015329" alt="2025 10 06 Help Shape Our Accessibility Plan" width="590" height="675" style="width:590px;height:675px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/f16c07a8-2742-4ca4-a814-409b3e7ac990?fingerprint=ppb20251217015218" alt="SAC pic" width="219" height="210" style="width:219px;height:210px;display:inline-block;float:left"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Here are your 2025-26 SAC executive members:</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Chair: Michelle Cornacchia</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Secretary: Carmen McElligott </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Treasurer: Katelyn Lockridge</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Teacher Rep: Heidi Tyler</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We warmly welcome all parents to be a part of any and every council meeting, whether you are an elected member or a parent who would just like to listen in and hear more about what is going on at Centreville PS. Meetings usually include an administrator's sharing component, reports from members in particular positions (treasurer, chairs etc.) and some discussion items. Babysitting for school age children will be available.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our next meeting we will take place on Tuesday November 25 @6:15</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">SAC Fundraising</span></u></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Maple Dale Cheese Fundraiser </strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">SAC is excited to announce that they will be doing a Maple Dale cheese fundraiser, just in time for the holidays! Enjoy a variety of cheeses including the classics, cheese curds, as well as unique flavours such as Dill & Garlic, Ghost Pepper Cheddar, Maple Bacon Cheddar and so much more! </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Order forms will be going home</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Friday November 21</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">and to be returned by, no later than, Friday December 5th </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">to ensure delivery by the holidays! Pickup will be available during the final week of school. Pickup details will be made available after orders are in.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> SAC thanks you for your continued support!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Elf Shop</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Have some items you would like to donate or ‘re-gift’? We are looking for donations of any sort; small, gently used items, holiday decorations and ornaments, candles, toys, books, tissue paper, gift bags that could be used for students to do some holiday shopping for family members etc. Please drop these off at the school by Wednesday December 3</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>rd</span></sup><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dieleman Fundraising Catalogues</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Fundraising catalogues were sent home at the beginning of the week with youngest and only children. Online orders are due by Nov 11. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><u><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School Information</strong></b></u></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">MARTIAL ARTS LESSONS!</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Terry Langevin Educational Systems is offering classes in our gym during the lunch break (11:45-12:45). Please contact the office for a registration package.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">GUITAR LESSONS</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Guitar lessons have resumed at Centreville in September. Private 30 minute weekly lessons are being offered by experienced music teacher, Erika Hase. Lessons are $28. If interested text Erika Hase at (343)989-1579</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/de6e9cca-6732-4be3-bc35-c9e19fe46540?fingerprint=ppb20251217015036" alt="schoolday" width="789" height="309" style="width:789px;height:309px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Centreville PS continues to offer our families a new secure portal to complete permissions and payments online. With </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School-Day: Permissions & Payments</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, you will be able to complete</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> permission forms</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> and </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">payments</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> from any web browser using your SmartPhone, tablet, laptop or desktop.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Through this online portal, you will be able to pay for items such as:</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Field trips</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Sporting events</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Student cards/athletic fees</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Hot lunch (where applicable)</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The new easy-to-use portal will remove the risks associated with sending money to school with students, the frustration of lost or missing permission forms, and significantly reduce the amount of paper our school consumes.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you have not yet signed up for School day, please call the main office and a secure code information sheet will be sent home with your child. </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Use the instructions in it to sign up for a School-Day account at </span><a href="http://www.school-day.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">www.school-day.com</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> and connect to your child’s events and activities.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/64cd985d-a9fa-4bef-a30e-0a545d64afc1?fingerprint=ppb20251217013934" alt="2025 10 20 Child due Routine Immunizations newsletter insert" width="632" height="662" style="width:632px;height:662px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/93eed4fc-4f60-4ba7-8ab5-2911e88bc541?fingerprint=ppb20251217014357" alt="2025 10 01 newsletter insert does your student need glasses" width="601" height="848" style="width:601px;height:848px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/9b4f1616-76d2-420d-a2f0-accf18180b45?fingerprint=ppb20251217014435" alt="OT Tiered model letter for families June 2025" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/57af356d-019d-48c9-b603-e1a47e89f540?fingerprint=ppb20251217013816" alt="school staff" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Centreville PS Staff 2025-26</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Principal: Jennifer Osborne</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Vice-Principal: Tanyelle VanderSchoor</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Office Manager: Jodi Hillier</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(JK/SK) Sherry King & Sarah Green (ECE)</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(1) Heidi Tyler</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(2/3) Kate Minielly</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(3/4) Mary-Lynn Kimmett & Karla Tynski</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(4/5/6) Tess Fraser </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(6/7/8) Ben Clapp</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">French: Susan Raddon</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Student Support Teacher: Mary-Lynn Kimmett </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Student Support Counsellor: Jamie Lopes</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Itinerant Support Teacher: Matt Aylesworth</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Planning Time Teacher: Sierra Darton</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Educational Assistant: Tonya Duffy</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Short Term Educational Assistant: Summer Van deBogart</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Head Custodian: Gord Cota</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Centreville PS Schedule</span></h2><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Time</span></p></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Activity/learning block</span></p></th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">8:45 a.m.</span></p></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Supervision begins on the yard</span></p></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">9:00 a.m.</span></p></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Entry to school</span></p></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">9:00 a.m. to 10:40 a.m.</span></p></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">100-minute learning block</span></p></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">10:40 a.m. to 10:55 a.m.</span></p></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Recess</span></p></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">10:55 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.</span></p></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">50-minute learning block</span></p></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.</span></p></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Lunch (20 minutes) and recess (40 minutes)</span></p></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">12:45 p.m. to 2:25 p.m.</span></p></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">100-minute learning block</span></p></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">2:25 p.m. to 2:40 p.m.</span></p></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Recess</span></p></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">2:40 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.</span></p></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">50-minute learning block</span></p></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">3:30 p.m.</span></p></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dismissal</span></p></td></tr></tbody></table><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/7291ab76-99b5-43a1-8f2b-edaade7c53e8/2025-04-07-LDSB%20School%20Year%20Calendar-2025-2026.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217014043" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. </span></p><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967?fingerprint=ppb20251217013147" alt="2025 2026 LDSB School Year Calendar" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/ad6105e5-3a26-4b4a-9724-497aafc1e60d?fingerprint=ppb20251217014623" alt="medical forms" width="173" height="100" style="width:173px;height:100px;display:inline-block;float:right"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Prevalent Medical Plan of Care</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This message is intended for the families of students with prevalent medical conditions where documentation is needed by the school:</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Parents/guardians of returning students with known medical plans of care will receive a package with a medical plan of care to update with the student verification packages. These need to be updated and returned as soon as possible.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you are new to the school, or do not receive the package, to help us gather important medical information about your child, we ask that you select the correct Plan of Care form from the link below, complete it and return it to the school as soon as possible. You may request a printed copy as well. If you require us to administer daily medication, you will also need to complete the necessary paperwork for us to be able to do this. </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Completed forms can be printed and sent in with students or scanned and emailed to </strong></b><a href="mailto:ctrvl@limestone.on.ca" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">ctrvl@limestone.on.ca</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Daily medication will need to be dropped off by a parent/caregiver at the school and will be stored at the office. Students cannot carry medications in their backpack, at any time. You may drop of labelled medication this week.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">**Be sure to also include the supplementary forms if medication may need to be administered by school staff.</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Health and safety of our students is our first priority. Thank you for helping us stay informed on your child's medical conditions and Plan of Care.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Here is the link: </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/medical-procedures" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Medical Procedures</span></a></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Allergen Awareness - Nut-Free School</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you for packing nut-free snacks! Please communicate with teachers before sending any treats in for your student's class. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/77143b36-64d5-4f80-a9f2-cf2bf339fb88?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="387" height="553" style="width:387px;height:553px;display:inline-block"></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tri-Board Transportation</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If your child rides the bus, Tri-board should have sent confirmation of your child's route. If you were on a bus last year at the end of the year, you are set up for busing this year. You can also sign up for bus status alert emails at the Tri-board website to ensure you are notified of any late runs or cancelled routes.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you are new to Centreville Public School and require transportation, you will need to fill out the bus form at </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftriboard.ca%2F&data=05%7C01%7Cwitleyk%40limestone.on.ca%7Cb67526dc900540b0afe708da89e8ed52%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C637973930787886893%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=pnmw76gDMGyFveT02%2F2W1Y42b7XUCB27UAANY3zdVI0%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://triboard.ca</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">CPIC</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you intend to volunteer in any capacity this school year, please complete a CPIC via the OPP website. If we have a current CPIC on file with a date within 2 years, an offence declaration can be filled out at the beginning of the school year. Please see Mrs. Jodi in the main office. CPICS are free of charge if you are volunteering with the school.</span><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">STUDENT ACCIDENT PROTECTION PROGRAM</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Limestone District School Board makes available Student Accident Insurance. Various affordable plans are available. Parents may enroll on-line at </span><a href="http://www.insuremykids.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">www.insuremykids.com</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> or by completing the Student Accident Insurance package and mailing it directly to the company. </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please note: participation in extra-curricular athletic activities requires parent signature verifying student accident insurance coverage through some insurance carrier.</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">STUDENT AGENDAS </strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Agendas are provided by Centreville Public School to students in grades JK-3 to help students stay organized and instill a sense of responsibility. The expectation is that students record their homework and important events in their agenda on a daily basis. Each night parents should confirm that homework has been completed by signing. Teachers will check the agendas for correspondence from parents. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/fde66b98-2e58-40d1-bd92-c4ee63a6c7d0?fingerprint=ppb20251217015329" alt="School Counts" width="448" height="503" style="width:448px;height:503px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/24195261-737d-4ee3-b461-54af7ebcbdef?fingerprint=ppb20251217013337" alt="safearrival2023" width="222" height="198" style="width:222px;height:198px;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">How Do I Report An Absence</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please use the Safe Arrival system to report your child's absence; do not call the school to report an absence. </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If your child is going to be absent from learning, please ensure you use the Safe Arrival system to report the absence. </span><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If your child will be late, please report a full day absence and then we will sign them in when they arrive. You cannot indicate a half day absence.</em></i></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">How to report your absence:</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">1. Toll-free telephone</strong></b></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Call </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">1-855-257-9349</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> toll-free to report an absence using the automated phone system.</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">2. School Messenger App</strong></b></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Use your mobile device to download and install the free SchoolMessenger blue app from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store, the </span><a href="https://go.schoolmessenger.com/#/home" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">SchoolMessenger website portal</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, or from within the LDSB mobile app.</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The first time you use the app, you must select Sign Up to create your account. Please ensure you use the same email address your student’s school has on file. If you do not use that same email address, you will not be able to create an account, or may not be able to see the "Attendance" option. You may have already created an account when we introduced the Communicate broadcast system.</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Select Attendance, then select Report an Absence and follow the prompts.</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">3. </strong></b><a href="https://go.schoolmessenger.ca/#/account/login" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">SchoolMessenger SafeArrival Website Portal</strong></b></a><br></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Visit the </span><a href="https://go.schoolmessenger.ca/#/account/login" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">SchoolMessenger website portal</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The first time you use the app, you must select Sign Up to create your account. Please ensure you use the same email address your student’s school has on file. If you do not use that same email address, you will not be able to create an account, or may not be able to see the "Attendance" option. You may have already created an account when we introduced the Communicate broadcast system.</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Select Attendance, then Report an Absence and follow the prompts.</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/34044f0d-85cd-42b3-8dfc-ac039de3f4e0?fingerprint=ppb20251217013501" alt="Smart hub 2025" width="612" height="977" style="width:612px;height:977px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><br></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/0116fd7b-4dfa-4833-ba03-d3ca3db87588?fingerprint=ppb20251217013010" alt="Hate has no home" width="757" height="1327" style="width:757px;height:1327px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">DON'T FORGET...SPARTAN WEAR IS AVAILABLE ALL YEAR WITH THIS LINK:</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><a href="https://centrevillepublicschool.entripyshops.com/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Centreville Public School</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/73be8a09-b95b-4d09-b0df-8e64d66807d7?fingerprint=ppb20251217014056" alt="Centreville Homepage Banner 650 300 px 1 " width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>
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A Message from Southeast Public Health
<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;">We are sharing the following letter from Southeast Public Health, which contains important information for families:</span></p><hr><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dear parents, guardians and staff:</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">RE: First Influenza A Confirmed Case of the Season</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please be advised that Southeast Public Health (SEPH) has received laboratory confirmation of the first case of influenza A for the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">2025-2026 </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">season. We are providing this information so that you will be able to take steps to ensure the best protection possible for yourself and your family.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Influenza causes mild to severe illness and can lead to serious health complications, even in healthy children and adults. Immunization is the best way to prevent influenza; even in years when there is a strain mismatch, the flu vaccine will still offer some protection. The influenza vaccine (flu shot) is available free of charge to anyone who lives, works or goes to school in Ontario who is 6 months of age and over. Contact your health-care provider or local pharmacy for your influenza vaccine if your family has not yet been immunized. For children under 5 years of age who cannot receive their immunization from their health-care provider, </span><a href="https://southeastph.ca/health-topics/respiratory-season-vaccines/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Southeast Public Health is offering clinics</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Next to immunization, the single most important way to prevent the spread of infection is to clean hands often with soap and water or alcohol-based hand sanitizers. Alcohol-based hand sanitizers should only be used for children if they are assisted and should be stored out of reach of young children.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The symptoms of influenza include:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">fever (greater than 38.0°C/100.4 °F)</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">dry cough</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">chills</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">headache</span></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">muscle aches</span></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">loss of appetite</span></li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">sore throat</span></li><li value="8" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">runny nose</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Young children may also experience nausea and vomiting with the above symptoms.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If your child is feeling unwell, please keep them home until they are fever-free and their symptoms have improved for at least 24 hours (or 48 hours if they’ve had vomiting or diarrhea). When your child returns to school, we encourage them to wear a well-fitting mask for 10 days from when their symptoms started to help keep others healthy. To learn more about how to protect yourself, your family, and your community from respiratory illnesses, visit </span><a href="https://www.ontario.ca/page/protection-respiratory-illnesses" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ontario’s respiratory illness page</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Regards,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Southeast Public Health</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/6bda65e0-3a9d-4d62-a1ab-8bec162cbe25/2025-11-05-influenza-letter-for-schools.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217014016" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A PDF version of this letter is available online</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p>
2025-11-06 21:00:05.158 +0000 UTC
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Limestone and KCHC Launch Student Support Program Backed by Community Foundation Grant
<p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/1ce7164c-79ab-41b7-9799-15988886f670?fingerprint=ppb20251217013257" alt="Group of LDSB representatives and more at the Collaborative Care Initiative launch" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Limestone District School Board and the Kingston Community Health Centre (KCHC) are part of the new Collaborative Care Initiative, a support model for students facing challenges at school and accessing community care, featuring integrated care and educational interventions. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This project is one of four new community initiatives funded by the Community Foundation for Kingston and Area, with the help of the Sisters of Providence of St. Vincent de Paul Community Impact Fund. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The four new community initiatives were officially announced on October 7, 2025, at Providence Care Hospital. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">“We are delighted that the efforts of so many individuals and organizations have led us to this opportunity to establish the Collaborative Care Initiative and partnership,” says Deborah Thompson, Limestone District School Board System Principal – Educational Services. “This unique and integrated approach will support students and their families to access services and programs through a streamlined and collaborative process.” </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">“We deeply value the opportunity to learn, work, and partner with the team at KCHC and other partners in the community to make a difference over the next three years and beyond.” </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">An article about these community initiatives can be found on The Kingston Whig-Standard website: </span><a href="https://www.thewhig.com/news/local-news/community-foundation-for-kingston-area-announces-1-5-million-multi-year-grant" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Community Foundation for Kingston & Area announces multi-year grant | The Kingston Whig Standard</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/8cfab1ec-d6b9-4c45-8150-688a50225001?fingerprint=ppb20251217014314" alt="Laura Conboy Speaks at CFKA Community Collaboration Across Generations" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/40d7e7f1-6671-4b35-9bac-fc837db835f9?fingerprint=ppb20251217013621" alt="Nicola Dillard Speaks at CFKA Community Collaboration Across Generations" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">All photos provided by the Community Foundation for Kingston and Area.</em></i></p>
2025-11-06 18:47:25.06 +0000 UTC
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Level Up! Skilled Trades Career Fair Open House Dec. 2, 2025
<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">You’re Invited: Level Up! Skilled Trades Career Fair Open House </span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone families – explore student opportunities in the skilled trades! </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Join us for the Level Up! Open House and: </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Get up close:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Watch skilled trades professionals in action during live demonstrations and explore using tools and machinery. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Meet the experts:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Chat one-on-one with employers, apprentices, tradespeople and instructors who share real-world insights and personal journeys in the skilled trades. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Plan student pathways:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Explore apprenticeship pathways with expert guidance and resources provided by Skilled Trades Ontario. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">- </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">When:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> December 2, 2025, 3:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Where:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Kingston, Slush Puppie Place, 1 The Tragically Hip Way, Kingston </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Who: </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">All Limestone families welcome </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Cost:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Free! No registration needed </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">- </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">About Level Up! </strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Level Up! Skilled Trades Career Fairs are a series of dynamic, multi-day events that connect you with Ontario’s top skilled trades professionals from industry organizations, post-secondary institutions, businesses, associations and more. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Visit a skilled trades career fair near you and explore Ontario’s 140+ skilled trades through interactive exhibits and hands-on activities, while hearing directly from tradespeople and local employers about rewarding, life-changing career paths. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">To learn more, visit </span><a href="https://levelupontario.ca/open-house/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Open House - Level up!</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/5a69ffae-481c-460a-9989-73f6b4e3f6d8?fingerprint=ppb20251217013831" alt="Level Up! Skilled Trades Career Fair Open House December 2 at Slush Puppie Place" width="654" height="845" style="width:654px;height:845px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>
2025-11-03 21:34:29.391 +0000 UTC
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Boardroom Briefs: October 29, 2025
<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Boardroom Briefs is intended to provide highlights of presentations, reports and decisions made at the regular meeting of the Limestone District School Board of Trustees. The following are highlights of the October 29, 2025 Regular Board Meeting. Agendas can be found on the website under </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/board_meetings-1719463739654" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Board Meetings</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. </span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Land Acknowledgement </span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">All meetings begin with a Land Acknowledgement. Trustee Elliott provided the following Land Acknowledgement:</span><br><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">"The Limestone District School Board is situated on the traditional territories of the Anishinaabek and Haudenosaunee. We acknowledge their enduring presence on this land, as well as the presence of Métis, Inuit, and other First Nations from across Turtle Island. We honour their cultures and celebrate their commitment to this land.</em></i><br><br><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As a photographer, I’ve spent all summer and fall taking photos for various tourism groups in the region, and have experienced first-hand how lucky we are to live where we live. I’ve taken photos of people sharing parks with their friends and families, cyclists in rural areas enjoying the open road, endless landscapes and sunsets along the lake, and large events that bring the community together to celebrate and have fun. I’m thankful for these opportunities to reflect on the shared responsibility we have to respect and protect this beautiful region, and am grateful to live, work, and learn here."</em></i></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Presentation</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A presentation from Umoja was embedded as part of the Report for Information 13.4.1: LDSB Equity Team Action Plan.</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Private Session Report</span></h2><details open="false"><summary><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Private Session Report - October 29, 2025</span></p></summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true"><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">During private session following at the October 1 Education, Policy, and Operations Committee Meeting:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustee McGregor provided an OPSBA update</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">There was no other business conducted, or motions passed in Private Session.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Earlier this evening during Private Session:</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The private session minutes were approved from the following:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">September 15, 2025, Audit Committee Meeting</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">September 17, 2025, Regular Board Meeting</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">October 1, 2025, EPOC Meeting</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Superintendent Young provided a property and legal update.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustees discussed some Personnel updates.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">There was no other business conducted, or motions passed in Private Session. </span></p></div></details><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Reports from Officers</span></h2><details open="false"><summary><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Chair's Report</span></p></summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/3b73f535-6db0-57a4-bb4f-a5bb6232f53e?fingerprint=ppb20251217013553" alt="" width="268" height="347" style="width:268px;height:347px;display:inline-block;float:right"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Chair McGregor provided the following report: </span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">"I would like to begin my report tonight by extending a heartfelt thank you to everyone across Limestone who continues to create meaningful learning opportunities for students both inside and outside of the classroom. Your efforts are helping to shape inspired learners across the district. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This week, Limestone was honoured to host a special Breakfast with Aaliyah Edwards, WNBA athlete and proud Limestone graduate. Aaliyah’s visit was an incredible opportunity for students to hear directly from a role model who embodies perseverance, leadership, and community spirit. We are deeply grateful to Aaliyah for taking the time to give back to the Limestone community. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone students also participated in Girls in Trades, a full-day event hosted by the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program at St. Lawrence College. Students explored hands-on learning in wind turbine technology, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, hairstyling, esthetics, brick and stonework, and millwork. This event is one of many that help inspire the next generation of tradeswomen and expanded career possibilities for Limestone students. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Looking ahead, National Skilled Trade and Technology Week is next week – a celebration of student exploration and opportunities in skilled trades and technology. We look forward to highlighting the many ways students can engage with and pursue these pathways. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Earlier today, Limestone hosted the Black, Indigenous, and Racialized Career Day for secondary students. This event was designed to amplify diverse voices and break down barriers by showcasing successful professionals from a wide range of industries. Students had the opportunity to learn about scholarship opportunities, post-secondary planning with guidance counsellors, Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program, the new Queen’s Black Mentorship Program, Specialist High Skills Major, and local employers and career pathways, and featured an inspiring group of panelists from the local community. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The event was made possible through the support of the Kingston Native Centre and Language Nest, St. Lawrence College, Specialist High Skills Major, Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program, and Queen’s University. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you again to all Limestone employees, partners, and community members who continue to support students in discovering their passions and building their futures. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This concludes my report." </span></p></div></details><details open="false"><summary><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Director's Report</span></p></summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/959f9ebc-0553-5f56-afed-83ccf39d2906?fingerprint=ppb20251217014409" alt="" width="316" height="316" style="width:316px;height:316px;float:left;display:inline-block"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Director Burra provided the following report:</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">"Good evening Trustees and members of the viewing public. I have several updates I would like to share with you this evening. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you, Chair McGregor, for your comments regarding Aaliyah Edward’s visit with students earlier this week, the recent Girls in Trades event, the Black, Indigenous, and Racialized Career Day for secondary students that occurred earlier today, and for reminding everyone of National Skilled Trade and Technology Week next week. These are all great events that benefit a range of Limestone students, and are just some highlights of different learning opportunities provided to students. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As a reminder to Trustees and the viewing public, we are in the midst of the fall 2025 United Way fundraising campaign. Given continuing, significant economic dislocation, housing costs, and food security concerns, it is critical for those that can support this campaign to do so, to help support some of the most vulnerable children, youth, and families in the region. Limestone is a proud contributor to this annual campaign. I should note that it was my pleasure to help support the United Way engaging with the secondary Interschool Council members last week. The Interschool Council is comprised of Student Trustees and student leaders from across LDSB secondary schools. This engagement is a new Youth United campaign to increase youth awareness of the United Way and partners who receive funding to support members of the community in need. The Interschool Council went on an abbreviated ‘Seeing is Believing’ tour for student leaders to see examples of services that exist in our communities to support a range of needs. I am sure we will hear about this from Student Trustees. I look forward to seeing how this initiative evolves and the difference students, and schools, can make in this year’s campaign. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tonight we have three reports for Trustees, one for action related to a financial update, and an information update related to Limestone’s Equity Action Plan. Part of that report will include a presentation that includes greatly valued partners in support of this work.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This evening, Trustees will also see an interim update report for the LDSB Strategic Plan, 2024-2028. The report this evening will focus on our continued focus on goals outlined in the Strategic Plan and the high impact strategies we are utilizing to support the goals. Given the province has yet to release the 2024-2025 EQAO results that we have to include as part of our assessment of the Strategic Plan, tonight’s report is interim and we will bring it back once we have the EQAO results and other data to support our monitoring of the plan. Our current focus continues to be on improving teaching and learning in classrooms. These points of emphasis are critical components of the provincial and board priorities, but also integral to our equity work in ensuring that each Limestone student has the skills and confidence to access their pathway of choice as they navigate through their K-12 schooling. The stakes of our work are incredibly high, and we have a legal and moral responsibility to ensure that we maintain focused attention on student achievement. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">It is also important for us all to remember the importance of this data particularly when it is triangulated, or overlaid, with Student Census data. As Trustees are aware, we have the second Limestone Student Census coming up in just a few weeks. Once we have the results and analysis of the Student Census data, we will have very rich information about specific groups of students in Limestone and their experiences. I look forward to continuing our critical work in Limestone with the new Strategic Plan as we move into the future, doing the best we can to make a difference in the lives of the students we serve.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you, Chair McGregor. That completes my update for this evening." </span></p></div></details><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Reports</span></h2><details open="false"><summary><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">OPSBA Report</span></p></summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Chair McGregor provided an OPSBA report.</span></p></div></details><details open="false"><summary><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Student Trustees' Report</span></p></summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Student Trustee Ismail provided the Student Trustees' Report:</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">"Good afternoon, Trustees and members of the public,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We held our Interschool Council (ISC) meeting October 21, chaired by Mia Comeau and Rachel Kolosov. Our meeting consisted of a tour of three United Way KFL&A partner agencies for student representatives to better understand and gain new perspectives on the youth in our communities and local initiatives that support youth and families across the LDSB.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">To begin our day, ISC members and guests visited Youth Diversion, where Executive Director Shawn Quigley led an interactive session focused on understanding the importance of support systems in our lives. This experience helped student representatives reflect on the ways Youth Diversion’s prevention and intervention programs help students overcome challenges they may face and contribute to student well-being across our board.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our next stop was the Food Sharing Project, where ISC members learned from Andy Mills about how the organization supports equitable access to nutrition across many schools. Students were able to see the large-scale community effort that aims to help all students learn and thrive.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">And lastly, we visited the BGC South East, where we toured their facilities, including a robotics rink, gym, a new STEM lab, and many study and quiet spaces. The centre also offers accessible and structured programs that create a supportive environment for youth to develop skills and relationships with their peers and mentors.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We discussed our schools involvement in the Youth United initiative, and schools are at different stages of launching fundraising efforts and building awareness to encourage registrations within their student bodies.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Interschool Council is looking forward to building connections between our schools and local community organizations that put tremendous effort in supporting student well-being.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This concludes our October ISC meeting. Thank you." </span></p></div></details><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Reports for Action</span></h3><details open="true"><summary><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Accumulated Surplus Financial Update - Superintendent Young</span></p></summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true"><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The purpose of this report was to provide Trustees with the latest financial information related to the Board's accumulated surplus, and propose additional investments in Limestone District School Board for 2025-2026.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">For a full look at background information assembled from the 2024-2025 Year End Consolidated Financial Statements, please visit page 25 in the </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/5bb14b2b-a709-4efa-9daa-9553a7b51f9a/LDSB-Regular-Board-Meeting-Agenda-October-29-2025-revised.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013831" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Board Meeting Agenda</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">For the 2024-2025 fiscal year, Limestone District School Board ended the year with its accumulated surplus at $1.6M higher than projected. The revised estimates projected the accumulated surplus to be $10.2M at the end of August 31, 2025. The actual accumulated surplus at August 31, 2025 was $11.8M as shown above. It is proposed that $500,000 of the additional surplus be reinvested back into school programs.</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">At the June 11, 2025 Board meeting, Trustees approved the following programs to be supported by spending Accumulated Surplus. </span><br><br><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Expenses </strong></b><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Equity and Inclusion Positions - Human Rights Officer and Teachers: $320,000 </span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Short-Term Educational Assistants: $925,000 </span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Additional IT Devices and Technology: $800,000 </span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Cyber Security: $350,000 </span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Educational Software: $140,000 </span><br><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Total Expenses: $2,535,000 </strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As part of a calculated and planned draw down of the accumulated surplus, the projects listed below are proposed as additional investments into Limestone District School Board schools. These proposed investments are one-time expenditures that will not contribute to structural deficits within the organization. These investments are strategically placed in Special Education and Math/IT.</span><br><br><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">New Expenses - for Approval </strong></b><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Special Education Short-Term Staff Investment: $400,000 </span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mathematics and IT Equipment Investment: $100,000 </span><br><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Total Expenses: $500,000</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">For full report, please visit pages 25 to 27 in the </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/5bb14b2b-a709-4efa-9daa-9553a7b51f9a/LDSB-Regular-Board-Meeting-Agenda-October-29-2025-revised.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013831" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Board Meeting Agenda</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p></div></details><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Reports for Information</span></h3><details open="true"><summary><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone District School Board Equity Team Action Plan, 2025-2028 - Superintendent McDonnell</span></p></summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The purpose of this report was to provide Trustees with an update on the LDSB Equity Team Action Plan, 2025-2028, and progress being made toward established goals.</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The LDSB Equity Action Plan 2nd Edition, 2020-2024, was last shared with Trustees at the October 2, 2024, Education, Policy, and Operations Committee (EPOC) meeting. On an annual basis, outcomes will be shared with Trustees at the start of each new school year. An updated plan has been developed, renamed the Equity Team Action Plan, 2025-2028.</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Currently, recognizing the importance of this work, the following areas of focus within the Equity Team Action Plan were highlighted for Trustees, to provide a snapshot of the progress being made in Limestone:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Addressing Discriminatory Language: Student Modules (Elementary)</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Guide on Human Rights Expectations in LDSB for Families and Caregivers</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Supporting Human Rights and Equity in Rural Schools</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tracking Our Commitment to Black Student Equity: OHRC Dreams Delayed Action Items</span></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">KASSAA and Human Rights Presentations</span></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Anti-Black Racism Module</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/d33774a6-9a09-4106-aed2-0de75eb0924c?fingerprint=ppb20251217014946" alt="Human Rights and Athletics Slide from October 29 LDSB Board Meeting" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">At the end of the 2025-2028 Equity Action Plan cycle, the Community Equity Advisory Committee will review the progress made towards achieving the goals outlined herein.</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">For full report with details of each area, please visit pages 28 to 34 in the </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/5bb14b2b-a709-4efa-9daa-9553a7b51f9a/LDSB-Regular-Board-Meeting-Agenda-October-29-2025-revised.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013831" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Board Meeting Agenda</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p></div></details><details open="true"><summary><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Strategic Plan - Interim End-of-Year Report 2024-2025 - Director Burra</span></p></summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The purpose of this report was to provide Trustees an end-of-year status report on the 2024-2025 Strategic Plan.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Senior Staff presented an end-of-school-year Strategic Plan Overview (included in the </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/5bb14b2b-a709-4efa-9daa-9553a7b51f9a/LDSB-Regular-Board-Meeting-Agenda-October-29-2025-revised.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013831" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Board Meeting Agenda</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> starting on page 37). To assist Trustees with ongoing monitoring, a “traffic light” system has been in place to evaluate the progress. To note, Senior Staff will bring forward additional data once 2024-2025 EQAO data is released by the provincial government. Without the EQAO data, the Senior Team is currently missing a large number of indicators that are legislatively required to be included as the foundation of the LDSB Multi-Year Strategic plan and Student Achievement Plan.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/b9e7e717-4c31-4af3-b2fa-347f08ce58ee?fingerprint=ppb20251217014726" alt="Student Achievement Plan Provincial Graphic" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As a reminder, multiple data sets and evidence are used to evaluate the progress toward the desired outcomes. Last year’s overview of meetings is attached to the report, mapping the Strategic Plan Goals to specific meetings/committees for 2024-2025.</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Senior Team will continue to provide Trustees with updates focused on important areas of work through reports shared as part of Board and Education and Policy Operations Committee and Board Meeting agendas throughout the 2025-2026 school year. Operational plan updates throughout the year will provide further opportunities to monitor the overall Strategic Plan and Provincial Student Achievement plan.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">For the full report, please visit pages 35 to 41 in the</span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/5bb14b2b-a709-4efa-9daa-9553a7b51f9a/LDSB-Regular-Board-Meeting-Agenda-October-29-2025-revised.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013831" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Board Meeting Agenda</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p></div></details><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Notices of Motion</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Motion brought forward by Vice-Chair Godkin: “Given the Minister of Education's musings regarding the potential removal of some, or all, Trustees in the province of Ontario, and that we have already sent a letter to the Minister and other specific audiences, I would like to put forward a motion to expand the number of recipients of the letter to include local media outlets and other parties to be determined by the Board in discussion of this motion.”</span><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Adjournment</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Board Meeting adjourned and Trustees returned to Private Session. A report from that session will be shared with the public at the Annual Board Meeting on November 19, 2025.
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