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Choices at 7 Information Nights for the 2026-2027 School Year

Calvin Park PS ATLAS, Challenge, LEAP and CORE Programs<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">December 9, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.</li></ul>Loughborough PS Challenge Program<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">December 10, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.</li></ul>Ernestown Intermediate and SS Gr. 7-8 Challenge Program<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">December 11, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.</li></ul>Please continue to check for the Information Night dates for the Extended French Immersion Programs at Harrowsmith PS, Module de L’Acadie, and Module Vanier. More information about all Choices at 7 Programs is available on the LDSB Website.<img src="/images/a3abb8d6-ace5-4a67-9235-d78c641f3e0e?fingerprint=ppb20251217014531" alt="Choices at 7 Poster" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

2025-10-21 17:39:20.25 +0000 UTC

Prepare for Winter-Related Bus Delays and Cancellations

During the potential inclement weather months (roughly early November to early April), our transportation partner, Tri-Board Student Transportation Services (Tri-Board), works closely with their school bus companies to determine if it is safe to offer school transportation on inclement weather days. School buses function differently than other vehicles, and sometimes, although it is safe for the average family vehicle to travel, it is not safe for a school bus to be on the road. Due to the geographic size of our district, weather conditions can vary significantly from one region to another. As a result, there are times when transportation cancellations may only apply to specific areas experiencing adverse conditions, while other regions remain unaffected. Having to cancel school transportation is understandably disruptive to families, but Tri-Board always puts the safety of their 30,000-plus bus riders first and foremost in their decision-making.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Tips to help make the winter season and bus cancellation days easier for families to manage:</h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Sign up for Bus Status Alerts through Tri-Board’s Student Portal</h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Families should sign up for bus status alerts by creating an account in <a href="https://triboard.ca/student-portal/" class="editor-link">Tri-Board’s Student Portal</a>. Families can add their student to their account, so they are signed up to receive alerts for their specific bus and zone cancellations.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">When all transportation is cancelled across the district, the notification is sent as a general notice from Tri-Board to everyone with an account. Tri-Board does their best to post this alert by 6:00 a.m.</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Tri-Board will be communicating all bus delays and cancellations. The LDSB will not be communicating this information directly with families. The best way to receive communication regarding bus cancellations or delays is through the <a href="https://triboard.ca/student-portal/" class="editor-link">Student Portal</a>.</li></ul><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Have a backup plan for cancellations</h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Tri-Board understands that cancelling transportation is inconvenient for families.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Tri-Board recommends creating a backup plan for alternative travel or childcare when busing is not available. If a student is taken to school when buses are not running, it is the family’s responsibility to arrange for their travel home at the end of the day.</li></ul><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Timing and duration of cancellations</h3>Tri-Board’s decision-making process occurs every morning and they do not normally decide to cancel transportation the night before. This is because conditions change, and Tri-Board wants to make the best decision closest to the time buses are actually on the road in the morning. To avoid students being taken to school by bus and then stranded without transportation home, Tri-Board cancels the transportation for whole day, even if inclement weather is only expected for part of the day. Sometimes weather is not as predicted and this is understandably very frustrating, but student safety is always the priority for Tri-Board.<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">School attendance</h3>The cancellation of school buses does not mean schools are closed. Should the need to close a school arise, that information will be communicated by the LDSB and the individual schools.All parents/guardians are asked to report their student’s absence regardless of the reason, including during bus cancellations. Often, bused students find alternative ways to school, and we want to make sure we know the whereabouts of every student to ensure their safety and well-being. Knowing who is supposed to be at school will allow school office staff to make certain all students are accounted for. Students are asked to ensure they report to their first period class for attendance.Please use the Inclement weather (all transportation types and walkers) option when reporting absences for your student for any inclement weather days when your student will not be attending school.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Secondary Exam Schedule January 22 to January 28, 2026</h2>If buses are cancelled due to inclement weather at the school, exams scheduled on that day will be rescheduled to the next exam day. Subsequent exams in the exam schedule will also be rescheduled to the next exam day.Schools will communicate with families directly through e-mail if the exam schedule is adjusted due to inclement weather and bus cancellations. Information about rescheduled exams will also be posted on school websites. It will be important for families to watch for communication in the event of inclement weather. Students are expected to be present and available to write exams during the entire exam period, from January 22 to January 28, 2026.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Visit Tri-Board’s website for more information, including:</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://triboard.ca/student-portal/" class="editor-link">Sign up for their student portal</a> to view transportation details for specific students and subscribe to bus status alerts for delays and cancellations</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://triboard.ca/snowdays/" class="editor-link">Prepare for winter-related bus delays and cancellations</a></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://triboard.ca/alerts/weather-zones/" class="editor-link">Familiarize yourself with Tri-Board’s Weather Zone Map</a></li></ul><img src="/images/1ae83177-dcaa-491c-b5d0-4d8f5b8a56f3?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" alt="2025 10 01 Sign up for Tri Board Student Portal" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

2025-10-20 20:37:39.63 +0000 UTC

Centreville Chronicle October Family Update

<img src="/images/3b284918-f6b2-4c57-b8a5-4093cfac823a?fingerprint=ppb20251217013540" alt="Happythanks" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Principal Update</h2> Dear Families,Happy Thanksgiving. I hope all of our Centreville community is enjoying a wonderful holiday with family and friends. Last week we had a successful Fire Drill witnessed by the Stone Mills Fire Department. Our school was evacuated and accounted for quickly. Thank you to our local Fire Station for speaking with us on Fire Safety and answering our questions. We wish our Cross-Country athletes luck as they head to their regional meet on Tuesday and congratulate our Senior Soccer players for a great tournament last Thursday. Many thanks to Mr. Clapp, Mrs. Duffy and Mrs. Tynski for their time in supervising our student athletes. Looking ahead in this update please find important information on the upcoming LDSB Student Census that will be taking place in November and curriculum information on Math Fact Fluency. Yours in Education,Jennifer Osborne, Principal<img src="/images/c0cd2b53-46e6-44be-8d10-aebffb92313a?fingerprint=ppb20251217014805" alt="attention" width="205" height="109" style="width:205px;height:109px;display:inline-block;float:left">Important Arrival/Dismissal ReminderWe ask that all caregivers that drop off and pick up students to please use the North entrance to our parking lot. For student safety, please do not enter our parking lot when the school buses are parked and/or loading/unloading. Thank you for your attention to this reminder.<img src="/images/e1a41744-c9af-4e2f-b813-662abf879f06?fingerprint=ppb20251217015101" alt="Student Census newsletter image 3 " width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Curriculum Information</h2> On Friday October 10th, our school PA Day focused on reviewing early student math and language data collected throughout September. This data will help inform our Student Achievement Plan for the 2025/26 school year. We look forward to sharing our plan later this month. Please find below information on Math Fact Fluency as a focus for October. The Ministry of Education requires educators to focus on math fact fluency every day for at least 15 mins as part of the 300 mins per week of math instruction. <img src="https://limestoneschools.sharepoint.com/sites/myLDSB-K-12Program/Shared%20Documents/K-12/Math%20October%202025%20Newsletter.jpg?csf=1&web=1&e=OgWt4G&CID=e99137b1-9166-42b1-afa3-ce335d1de3e4" alt="" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Physical and Health Education Curriculum</h3>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”). 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. <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=20260728T0315Z" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Form 325-D - List of H.D. and S.H Instruction Expectations by Grade</a></li></ul><img src="/images/57af356d-019d-48c9-b603-e1a47e89f540?fingerprint=ppb20251217013816" alt="school staff" width="822" height="136" style="width:822px;height:136px;display:inline-block;float:right"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Centreville PS Staff 2025-26</h2> Principal: Jennifer OsborneVice-Principal: Tanyelle VanderSchoor Office Manager: Jodi Hillier(JK/SK) Sherry King & Sarah Green (ECE)(1) Heidi Tyler(2/3) Kate Minielly(3/4) Mary-Lynn Kimmett (Sierra Darton) & Karla Tynski(4/5/6) Tess Fraser (6/7/8) Ben ClappFrench: Susan RaddonStudent Support Teacher: Mary-Lynn Kimmett (Sierra Darton)Student Support Counsellor: Jamie LopesItinerant Support Teacher: Matt AylesworthPlanning Time Teacher: TBDEducational Assistant: Tonya DuffyShort Term Educational Assistant: TBDHead Custodian: Gord Cota <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"> Our first School Advisory Council meeting and election for Executive Positions was held on September 23rd. Here are your 2025-26 SAC executive members:Chair: Michelle CornacchiaSecretary: Carmen McElligott Treasurer: Katelyn LockridgeTeacher Rep: Heidi TylerWe 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.Our next meeting we will take place on Tuesday October 21 @6:15 <img src="/images/c93d4570-3324-409e-a1d7-5a350ee9f754?fingerprint=ppb20251217014853" alt="datestoremeber" width="363" height="173" style="width:363px;height:173px;display:inline-block;float:right"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">October Dates</h2> Monday Oct 13 Thanksgiving HolidayTuesday Oct 14 Region 3 Cross Country Meet Fort HenryThursday Oct 16 Term 1 IEPs go homeMonday Oct 27 Grade 3 Swim to SurviveFriday Oct 31 Hallowe'en Wear Black and Orange <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">LDSB Young Entrepreneurs in Action Program</h2> Grade 7-12 families are invited to attend the Limestone District School Board’s (LDSB) Pathways to Possibility: LDSB Entrepreneur Information Night on October 15, 2025, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Fractal Workspace (632 Fortune Crescent) in-person or online! Join us to learn more about this year’s LDSB Young Entrepreneurs in Action Program, connect with entrepreneurial program alumni, and discover how students can bring their business and social enterprise ideas to life this year. Whether you are simply curious or ready to dive in, this event is the perfect place to start!   Please register at the following link: <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2FLDSBEntrepreneurInfoNight&data=05%7C02%7Cvanderschot%40limestone.on.ca%7Cf6236741f34a4da6edfe08de0783b4b5%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638956459405849392%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=8yetoOGn8Ha2%2FAI9vEeuedONzSDQvP%2FkQOAeTFNLVDY%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" title="Original URL: https://bit.ly/LDSBEntrepreneurInfoNight. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">https://bit.ly/LDSBEntrepreneurInfoNight</a>   <iframe data-lexical-video-id="j5SCxJmW9xk" width="640" height="480" src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/j5SCxJmW9xk" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="true" title="Youtube video"></iframe> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">School Information</h2> MARTIAL ARTS LESSONS!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. GUITAR LESSONSGuitar 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<img src="/images/de6e9cca-6732-4be3-bc35-c9e19fe46540?fingerprint=ppb20251217015036" alt="schoolday" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">Centreville PS continues to offer our families a new secure portal to complete permissions and payments online. With School-Day: Permissions & Payments, you will be able to complete permission forms and payments from any web browser using your SmartPhone, tablet, laptop or desktop.Through this online portal, you will be able to pay for items such as:· Field trips· Sporting events· Student cards/athletic fees· Hot lunch (where applicable)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.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. Use the instructions in it to sign up for a School-Day account at <a href="http://www.school-day.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link">www.school-day.com</a> and connect to your child’s events and activities.<img src="/images/78361792-e7b0-43b7-96fc-50f6aac7d6d4?fingerprint=ppb20251217014125" alt="2025 08 28 Attention Immunization Reporting Elementary" width="693" height="1000" style="width:693px;height:1000px;display:inline-block"><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"><img src="/images/206bc57f-6c21-4e1e-85b2-6bf9aa146e9e?fingerprint=ppb20251217013311" alt="Concussion 1" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/2373ef0f-9aac-4af0-b29d-747bdeaa86c9?fingerprint=ppb20251217013324" alt="Poster 2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/e9033e5a-1e56-44f6-a81f-4882ef5e1e5f?fingerprint=ppb20251217015139" alt="Poster 3" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Click <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/ed367aa6-75d4-595c-b2df-8517c9f79680/Form%20142-2%20Concussion%20Protocol%20Flow%20Chart.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217015205" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">HERE</a> to read the LDSB Concussion Flow Chart. </h3> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Centreville PS Schedule</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;">Time</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Activity/learning block</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;">8:45 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Supervision begins on the yard</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;">9:00 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Entry to school</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;">9:00 a.m. to 10:40 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">100-minute learning block</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;">10:40 a.m. to 10:55 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Recess</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;">10:55 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">50-minute learning block</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;">11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Lunch (20 minutes) and recess (40 minutes)</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;">12:45 p.m. to 2:25 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">100-minute learning block</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;">2:25 p.m. to 2:40 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Recess</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;">2:40 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">50-minute learning block</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;">3:30 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Dismissal</td></tr></tbody></table><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</h2>A <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">PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online</a>. <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"> <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"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Prevalent Medical Plan of Care</h2>This message is intended for the families of students with prevalent medical conditions where documentation is needed by the school: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.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. Completed forms can be printed and sent in with students or scanned and emailed to <a href="mailto:ctrvl@limestone.on.ca" class="editor-link">ctrvl@limestone.on.ca</a>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.**Be sure to also include the supplementary forms if medication may need to be administered by school staff.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.Here is the link: <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/medical-procedures" class="editor-link">Medical Procedures</a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Allergen Awareness - Nut-Free School</h2>Thank you for packing nut-free snacks! Please communicate with teachers before sending any treats in for your student's class. <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"><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Tri-Board Transportation</h3>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.If you are new to Centreville Public School and require transportation, you will need to fill out the bus form at <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">https://triboard.ca</a>CPICIf you intend to volunteer in any capacity this school year, please complete a CPIC via the OPP website. Please feel free to pick up a form from Mrs. Jodi in the main office. It is free of charge if you are volunteering with the school. STUDENT ACCIDENT PROTECTION PROGRAMThe Limestone District School Board makes available Student Accident Insurance. Various affordable plans are available. Parents may enroll on-line at <a href="http://www.insuremykids.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link">www.insuremykids.com</a> or by completing the Student Accident Insurance package and mailing it directly to the company. Please note: participation in extra-curricular athletic activities requires parent signature verifying student accident insurance coverage through some insurance carrier. STUDENT AGENDAS 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. <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"> <img src="/images/24195261-737d-4ee3-b461-54af7ebcbdef?fingerprint=ppb20251217013337" alt="safearrival2023" width="222" height="198" style="width:222px;height:198px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"> How Do I Report An Absence</h2>Please use the Safe Arrival system to report your child's absence; do not call the school to report an absence. If your child is going to be absent from learning, please ensure you use the Safe Arrival system to report the absence. 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.How to report your absence:1. Toll-free telephone<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Call 1-855-257-9349 toll-free to report an absence using the automated phone system.</li></ul>2. School Messenger App<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Use your mobile device to download and install the free SchoolMessenger blue app from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store, the <a href="https://go.schoolmessenger.com/#/home" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link">SchoolMessenger website portal</a>, or from within the LDSB mobile app.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">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.</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Select Attendance, then select Report an Absence and follow the prompts.</li></ul>3. <a href="https://go.schoolmessenger.ca/#/account/login" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link">SchoolMessenger SafeArrival Website Portal</a> <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Visit the <a href="https://go.schoolmessenger.ca/#/account/login" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link">SchoolMessenger website portal</a>.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">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.</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Select Attendance, then Report an Absence and follow the prompts.</li></ul> <img src="/images/34044f0d-85cd-42b3-8dfc-ac039de3f4e0?fingerprint=ppb20251217013501" alt="Smart hub 2025" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"> </h3> <img src="/images/0116fd7b-4dfa-4833-ba03-d3ca3db87588?fingerprint=ppb20251217013010" alt="Hate has no home" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">DON'T FORGET...SPARTAN WEAR IS AVAILABLE ALL YEAR WITH THIS LINK:</h2><a href="https://centrevillepublicschool.entripyshops.com/" class="editor-link">Centreville Public School</a><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">

2025-10-13 16:51:06 +0000 UTC

LDSB Entrepreneur Information Night Oct. 15

Dear Grades 7-12 Families,  You are invited to attend the Limestone District School Board’s (LDSB) Pathways to Possibility: LDSB Entrepreneur Information Night on October 15, 2025, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Fractal Workspace (632 Fortune Crescent) in-person or online! Join us to learn more about this year’s LDSB Young Entrepreneurs in Action Program, connect with entrepreneurial program alumni, and discover how students can bring their business and social enterprise ideas to life this year. Whether you are simply curious or ready to dive in, this event is the perfect place to start!   Please register at the following link: <a href="https://bit.ly/LDSBEntrepreneurInfoNight" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">https://bit.ly/LDSBEntrepreneurInfoNight</a>  To learn more about past student successes, please visit: <a href="https://www.kingstonist.com/news/local-young-entrepreneurs-finding-pathways-to-success/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Kingstonist: Local young entrepreneurs finding pathways to success</a> <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/news/ldsb-entrepreneurship-showcase-april-16-2025-20250415171225" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">LDSB Entrepreneurship Showcase – April 16, 2025</a> <iframe data-lexical-video-id="j5SCxJmW9xk" width="640" height="480" src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/j5SCxJmW9xk" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="true" title="Youtube video"></iframe> We look forward to seeing you there!

2025-10-10 18:08:07.272 +0000 UTC

2025 10 06 Help Shape Our Accessibility Plan

Help Shape Our 2026-2029 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan

The Limestone District School Board is committed to fostering accessibility and inclusion for all. We are currently developing our next Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and invite feedback from students, staff, families, and community members.Your input will help ensure our goals reflect the diverse needs and lived experiences across our school communities. Please visit<a href="https://bit.ly/LDSB2025-2029AccessibilityPlan" class="editor-link">bit.ly/LDSB2025-2029AccessibilityPlan</a> to provide input. The survey is open until November 10, 2025 <img src="/images/2c2c3bdb-c4c7-4e22-bf50-c8d92904a1cb?fingerprint=ppb20251217013419" alt="2025 10 06 Help Shape Our Accessibility Plan" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

2025-10-07 14:25:11.669 +0000 UTC

Boardroom Briefs in white text on a teal background

Boardroom Briefs: September 17, 2025

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 September 17, 2025 Regular Board Meeting. Agendas can be found on the website under <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/board_meetings-1719463739654" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Board Meetings</a>.  <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Land Acknowledgement </h2>All meetings begin with a Land Acknowledgement: "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.” <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Presentation</h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Facility Services Update: Summer Projects - D. Fowler, Manager of Facility Services, and C. Downie, Assistant Manager of Facility Services</h3>The Facility Services team provided an overview of the capital work that took place at schools throughout the summer. There was a total of 221 projects. Work included floor clean-up; annual testing, inspections, and reporting on fire alarm systems, heating and cooling, etc.; line painting; fencing; door replacements; millwork; access and security; windows, roofing, and cladding; masonry; mechanical services; elevator installation; a new playground at The Prince Charles School; and so much more.<img src="/images/74abffdb-00e2-4575-ac9c-83d18d1d8b44?fingerprint=ppb20251217014056" alt="New playground at The Prince Charles School" width="497" height="372" style="width:497px;height:372px;display:inline-block">The new playground at The Prince Charles School <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Private Session Report</h2><details open="false"><summary>Private Session Report - September 17, 2025</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true">Trustee Lloyd: During private session at the Audit Meeting on September 15, 2025: Superintendent Young and Associate Superintendent Hedderson provided property of the board updates. There was no other business conducted, or motions passed in Private Session.Earlier this evening during Private Session: The private session minutes were approved from the following: August 20, 2025, Regular Board Meeting Trustees discussed a Personnel Update and Legal Update There was no other business conducted, or motions passed in Private Session.</div></details><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Reports from Officers</h2><details open="false"><summary>Chair's Report</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true"><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">Chair McGregor provided the following report: "As we move into the third week of the school year, it has been truly heartening to see our schools come to life once again. Classrooms are buzzing with learning, hallways echo with laughter and conversation, and extracurricular activities are beginning to take shape—bringing students and staff together in meaningful and joyful ways. There is something special about this time of year. The early days of September are filled with renewed energy, fresh routines, and the excitement of new beginnings. Across Limestone, we are already seeing the positive impact of strong relationships, thoughtful planning, and a shared commitment to student well-being and success. We are grateful to our staff for the care and dedication they bring to their work each day, and to families for their continued partnership and support. Together, we are creating welcoming, inclusive environments where every student can thrive—both in and beyond the classroom. On behalf of the Board, thank you for all you do to make our schools vibrant, supportive places to learn and grow. We look forward to the many opportunities this year will bring. This concludes my report." </div></details><details open="false"><summary>Director's Report</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true"><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">Director Burra provided the following report: "Good evening, Trustees and the viewing public. Overall, and all things considered, I am very pleased to report that Limestone has had a positive start to the 2025-2026 school year. While there is always room for improvement, it is amazing to see everything come together with over 20,500 students and almost 3,000 staff starting the school year in all Limestone sites and the virtual school. Preliminary enrolment numbers are close to projections for both elementary and secondary students. Today was Day 11 of the 2025-2026 school year for students, and it has been wonderful to have students back in schools and to see various activities like sports, clubs, field trips, and great learning already underway helping to support the overall Limestone student experience. We must all recognize and have gratitude for the time and efforts of staff and community members to make all of these extracurricular activities a reality for students. Fall sports, clubs, and activities have started across the district, parent councils are kicking off their school years, and students are involved in a range of activities like the several hundred LDSB students that attended the Fall Fair last week in Kingston or the range of Terry Fox fundraising activities that will come in the next couple of weeks. I have already started my visits to schools, and I greatly look forward to seeing, hearing, and feeling the energy and excitement of learning and fun in Limestone schools.  As we start this school year it is important that we all are conscious of our legal responsibilities under the Ontario Human Rights Code. As a school board, we cannot accept any hate in schools, we must be conscious of the feelings of alienation and lack of faith in public institutions that exists for some people in the communities we serve.  Like in so many other areas in education and society at large, as members of the community, we must continue to emphasize the importance of respecting differences in perspective and being open to dialogue to the maximum extent possible. We must be united in respecting differences given all people share many more similarities than differences. Respect and civility need to be at the forefront. And we must continue to be unequivocally clear that Limestone stands in support of all protected grounds of the Ontario Human Rights Code. The Ontario Human Rights Code is not a checklist where some grounds outweigh others. We need to stand with all students, staff, and families, in protecting all grounds under the Code. It is important to remember that the Code is the law in Ontario, and we have a moral and legal obligation to ensure that it is upheld. Furthermore, our own data based on human rights complaints reinforces our continuing need to be committed to upholding the Code. Additionally, we will be administering Limestone’s second student census later this year which will provide further insight regarding students in the district, and needs in the system. Trustees may have noticed the Orange 'Survivors’ Flag' flying on the second flagpole at the Education Centre. Schools with a second flagpole are doing the same, and in schools without a second flagpole, the Orange flag is prominently on display in the school. Looking ahead to next two weeks, a wide range of activities will be taking place in schools and the community to honour Orange Shirt Day, and the fifth annual National Day of Truth and Reconciliation on Tuesday, September 30. This is a critical date to recognize the harm and trauma of the Residential Schools system, to honour the survivors and their families, and continue our collective learning and journey of reconciliation. Schools continue to have a critical role in supporting this journey and ensuring the truth is known about Residential Schools and their legacy in Canada. In the next couple of weeks, we will be kicking off the annual United Way of KFL&A campaign in Limestone. I invite all Trustees to join this effort. As you will hear, Limestone’s Student Trustees and their peers on the Interschool Council will also be engaging in raising funds this year to support the United Way. No amount is too little, and every dollar matters in supporting some of the most vulnerable children, youth, and families in the communities we serve. I would also like to bring to Trustees’ attention to the professional learning focus we continue to pursue in Limestone for the 2025-2026 school year. We must continue to hone our craft to best serve students. While this work will not be completed this year, I think it is critical to highlight its importance in ensuring schools are making a difference for all students today, and into their futures. We need all Limestone students to find purpose in school, to find value in school, and to find hope in school. We know this is not the case for all students. While we do have to track, monitor, and report on the 11 indicators in the provincial Student Achievement Plan, we must continue to centre those students who are currently underserved, and not currently finding success. As a result, our system focus this year for professional learning, continues to centre our attention on students, and continuing the work we started three years ago focused on three inquiry questions: First, for whom is the current education system not working and why? Second, how do I/we know? And third, what can I/we try to do differently to make a difference? It is only through improving outcomes at the individual student level that we will see macro-level improvement on the province’s three core priorities and Student Achievement Plan, and the Limestone Strategic Plan. I should note that 2024-2025 EQAO results should become public in the next couple of weeks. As educators and as a system, we have a critical responsibility in supporting children and youth in the communities we serve. Our overall purpose is well placed by emphasizing our intention to make a positive difference in the lives of every student, in every classroom, in every school; and to make sure everyone sees themselves in Limestone. All educators want to make a difference in the lives and destinies of children and youth. Our continued journey of inquiry and our united, stated intention will focus our collective efforts. I look forward to more discussion and updates regarding our progress in the coming days, weeks, months, and years. Thank you, Chair McGregor. That concludes my report." </div></details><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Reports</h2><details open="false"><summary>OPSBA Report</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true">Chair McGregor provided an OPSBA report.</div></details><details open="false"><summary>Student Trustees' Report</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true">Student Trustee Comeau provided the Student Trustees' Report: "Representatives from all schools came to the first meeting. Student Trustees introduced themselves and discussed the purpose of the Interschool Council (ISC). Then the council focused on goals for the upcoming school year and steps to put those goals into action. Across all goals there was a focus on improving student involvement in schools. Mr. Burra and a United Way presenter then joined the meeting to introduce United Way and discuss raising money for it in schools. ISC members then worked together to come up with ideas to implement funding for United Way so that they can be successful in their individual schools.  Finally, the description and applications for the Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee student positions were sent out in the meeting minutes via e-mail." </div></details><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Reports for Action</h3>There were no Reports for Action.<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Reports for Information</h3><details open="true"><summary>Virtual School Update - Associate Superintendent Sartor</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true">The purpose of this report is to provide Trustees with an update on Virtual School, and goals for the 2025/2026 school year. As of September 10, 2025, a total of 103 students were enrolled in elementary virtual school: 55 LDSB students and 48 Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board (KPRDSB) students. This is an increase over the 2024-2025 school year in which 86 students were registered in virtual school.The school organization currently is comprised of 5 classes which includes: <table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr dir="ltr"><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" dir="ltr" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);">Class</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" dir="ltr" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);"># Students</th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" dir="ltr" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);">JK-Grade 2</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">16</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" dir="ltr" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);">Grade 3-4</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">19</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" dir="ltr" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);">Grade 4-6</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">21</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" dir="ltr" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);">Grade 6-7</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">22</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" dir="ltr" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);">Grade 7-8</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">25</td></tr></tbody></table>To date, LDSB has registered 28 students from other districts which include Durham DSB, Renfrew County DSB, Trillium Lakelands DSB, Chippewas of Rama First Nation/Simcoe Muskoka Catholic DSB, Waterloo Catholic DSB, Greater Essex County DSB and Simcoe DSB. Next steps include:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Staff professional learning focused on building strong math and language programs that close gaps for those students in risk using short cycles of learning and ongoing progress monitoring. Learning will include: o implementing Knowledgehook (an online Math program) with students and offering family information sessions o using math diagnostic data to identify and provide targeted fluency activities as part of the daily math program. o participating in short math cycles to improve math pedagogy o using early reading screeners and diagnostic data to identify literacy learning gaps and then provide targeted instruction </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Implementing a targeted approach to address students with higher academic needs. This support is accomplished through Student Support Teacher (SST) meetings, small group instruction with classroom teachers and the support of St. Lawrence College (SLC) placement students </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Building a positive attendance plan by building relationships with students and families </li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Reinforcing the importance of daily attendance in the online learning platform through regular communication with students and families For more information, please view the <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/a78fcc81-6237-4919-9439-33ea4be4e29a/LDSB-Regular-Board-Meeting-Agenda-September-17-2025.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217014545" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Board Meeting Agenda</a>.</li></ul></div></details><details open="true"><summary>Summer Programming - Program Leadership Team</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true">The purpose of this report is to provide Trustees with an update on summer programming that was offered to Limestone DSB students and staff during July and August 2025. The LDSB continues to offer a wide variety of summer programming options for K12 students. The Program Leadership Team provided updates on the following programs:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Summer Literacy Program (Read-A-Lot)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Focus on Youth Program - YMCA of Eastern Ontario</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Summer Credit Programs (Secondary)</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Back to School Transitions</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Literacy Camp Support</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Adolescent Care Worker for Summer School and Read-A-Lot Summer Literacy Program</li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Learning Program Support for Summer School</li><li value="8" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Sundance Youth Facility</li><li value="9" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Social Work Support</li><li value="10" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Psychiatry Pilot</li><li value="11" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Intensive Skills Y-Training</li><li value="12" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Behaviour Management Systems Training</li><li value="13" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Violence Threat Risk Assessment Level 1 Training</li><li value="14" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">MH Lit - Mental Health in Action</li><li value="15" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Gould Lake Outdoor Education</li><li value="16" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Nature Camp for Students in Grades 1 to 4</li><li value="17" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Outdoor Escape for Students in Grades 5 to 6</li><li value="18" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Quest for Students in Grades 7 to 8</li><li value="19" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Girls Adventure Program for Students in Grades 7 to 8</li><li value="20" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Outreach for Students in Grades 9 to 10</li><li value="21" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Outdoor Pursuits for Students in Grades 10 to 11</li><li value="22" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Outdoor Skills for Students in Grades 10 to 11</li><li value="23" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Wilderness Instructor Course for Students in Grades 11 to 12</li><li value="24" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Kayak Instructor Course for Students in Grades 11 to 12</li></ul> For more information, please view the <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/a78fcc81-6237-4919-9439-33ea4be4e29a/LDSB-Regular-Board-Meeting-Agenda-September-17-2025.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217014545" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Board Meeting Agenda</a>.<img src="/images/4cc033ae-9dd1-46f5-b0b3-1c36dff64904?fingerprint=ppb20251217013727" alt="A group of students preparing canoes next to water" width="573" height="322" style="width:573px;height:322px;display:inline-block"> </div></details><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Notices of Motion</h2>Motion brought forward by Trustee Lloyd: “With the support of Trustees, the Chair of the Board write a letter indicating that the Board of Limestone DSB Trustees affirm the critical role of Trustees as democratically elected and accountable public officials, and calls on the Minister of Education and the provincial government to abandon any potential proposal to systematically remove Trustees or abolish elected district School Boards. Additionally, that this letter be communicated to the Minister of Education, Ministry of Education, all Ontario School Boards, Trustee associations, Student Trustee associations and local MPPs.”

2025-10-06 19:45:48.094 +0000 UTC

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day

<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/campaigns/national-day-truth-reconciliation.html&data=05%7c02%7cgrangea%40limestone.on.ca%7c87ce6a439c57468efa6808ddff5a75bd%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c638947486305511600%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&sdata=DIS/a3j7GXvfLU7XuNmOfbfr7jBc1v0hrJHWCPn7JCc%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">National Day for Truth and Reconciliation</a> and <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://orangeshirtday.org/&data=05%7c02%7cgrangea%40limestone.on.ca%7c87ce6a439c57468efa6808ddff5a75bd%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c638947486305538772%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&sdata=zM/pcw3PwSVsqhpvx3UIpu%2B5mDKSfePkXStX8saJIJc%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Orange Shirt Day</a> are held annually on September 30.This day invites us to engage intentionally in learning about the Residential School System, and the true history of relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in Canada. It is a time to mourn the children who never returned home, and to honour the Survivors, their families, and their communities.  This day is part of a broader conversation about colonization and systemic inequities. As we learn, it is essential to recognize and uplift Indigenous resilience and resistance, which continue to shape and strengthen communities across the country. On September 30, all LDSB schools, education centres, and sites will lower all school flags to half-mast, in observance of this day. The LDSB Indigenous Education team has put in significant work for supporting a wide range of learning across the system, including the recent launch of Limestone's access to On-Core. On-Core is an online learning platform that provides teachers with high-quality, curriculum-aligned resources. This site will help ensure that all staff have access to meaningful tools that support culturally responsive and inclusive teaching. In addition, LDSB Indigenous student-designed shirts were being sold this past weekend at the <a href="https://www.kncln.ca/news/orange-shirt-day-2025" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Kingston Native Centre and Language Nest</a>, located at 218 Concession Street, during their Maawnjiding Market. Shirts will also be available today at Confederation Park 1:00-5:30 p.m. for Kingston National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. In addition to wearing an orange shirt on September 30, you can: <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Review the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://ehprnh2mwo3.exactdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Calls_to_Action_English2.pdf&data=05%7c02%7cgrangea%40limestone.on.ca%7c87ce6a439c57468efa6808ddff5a75bd%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c638947486305562068%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&sdata=5/cv5t9jAJ%2Bt%2BhF00F%2BOrJqCgEMa1oXpxhj15UUH/KI%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">94 Calls to Action.</a>  </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Read books that share authentic Indigenous voices and experiences. </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Volunteer with Indigenous-led organizations that support community healing and empowerment. </li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Support Indigenous artists by purchasing their work and sharing their stories. </li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Watch Indigenous films and documentaries to deepen your understanding through storytelling. </li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Attend public Indigenous events in the community to listen, learn, and build respectful relationships. A list of events can be found on the <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.queensu.ca/indigenous/truth-and-reconciliation/2025-events-and-initiatives&data=05%7c02%7cgrangea%40limestone.on.ca%7c87ce6a439c57468efa6808ddff5a75bd%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c638947486305572555%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&sdata=r9mKZzUysW89JAS7XaTFx2gviOCdwWr017jgbRwk0zM%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Queen's University Office of Indigenous Initiatives</a> web page.  </li></ul>We understand that some students, staff, and families may wish to have additional support throughout this week. If you require immediate assistance, you can call the support lines shared below:    <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">The National Indian Residential School Crisis Line provides 24-hour crisis support to former Indian Residential School students and their families toll-free at 1-866-925-4419.    </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Individuals impacted by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls are encouraged to contact the MMIWG Crisis Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649.    </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">First Nations, Inuit and Métis seeking immediate emotional support can contact the Hope for Wellness Help Line toll-free at 1-855-242-3310, or by online chat at <a href="https://www.hopeforwellness.ca" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">hopeforwellness.ca</a>.  </li></ul>For more information about Indigenous Education with Limestone, please visit the <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.limestone.on.ca/indigenous-education&data=05%7c02%7cgrangea%40limestone.on.ca%7c87ce6a439c57468efa6808ddff5a75bd%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c638947486305582894%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&sdata=RAkrwy0A7pchgVAfGCoS3FCiPZBWzay4IzmDWiSfw7Q%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Indigenous Education page</a>.

2025-09-30 15:35:20.266 +0000 UTC

Centreville Chronicle October Family News

<img src="/images/4fc25226-8604-4153-93e9-e8710de1bec1?fingerprint=ppb20251217013738" alt="hello october" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Principal Update</h2> Dear Families,As September ends and October begins, we will recognize two important events. This week is National Truth and Reconciliation Week and on Tuesday September 30th we will recognize Orange Shirt day. On this day we are reminded of our responsibility to engage intentionally in learning about the Residential School System and the true history of relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in what is currently known as Canada. This is a day to honor the children who never returned home, to stand with Survivors, and to commit to reconciliation in our classrooms and communities. We will finish our week with the Terry Fox Walk/Run/Roll event for Cancer Research on October 3rd. More information on how to donate to this important cause is below.We saw so many of our families at our Open House and at our school Book fair in September. The excitement of our students sharing their learning spaces with families is always wonderful to see. Our School Advisory Council held their first meeting of the school year this month and school picture day took place. If you missed picture day, Picture Re-take day will be on November 19th. Halloween is fast approaching! As some families may be heading out over the next few weeks to select costumes for Halloween, we wanted to offer these questions to help guide your child/children in their choices. Certainly, these questions would also be guiding principles for any "spirit day" that would involve costumes throughout the year. It is essential within our scope of providing a safe and welcoming place for all students to learn that we are mindful in all areas of our programming.<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Is my costume depicting and perpetuating a stereotype or stigma associated with a particular race, culture or religion?</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Does my costume include a replication of a garment that is a significant component of a particular religion or culture of which I do not identify with?</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Is my costume depicting a historical time-period where that look/costume is now considered offensive and discriminatory?</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Can I look in the mirror and confidently say that my costume choice would not be considered offensive to a particular race, ethnic origin, gender or religion?</li></ul> Thank you for supporting these conversations at home. We are looking forward to a fantastic month ahead.Yours in Education,Jennifer Osborne, Principal<img src="/images/04de6b14-a816-4e57-88c4-a88b4c1596b6?fingerprint=ppb20251217013037" alt="thanks" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/c1a196a4-fe40-490a-9dee-f741cd7c39be?fingerprint=ppb20251217014805" alt="terryfox2025" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">On October 3rd, staff and students will be taking part in the Terry Fox's Marathon of Hope.We are honored to support and continue the legacy of Terry Fox! We are proud of this tradition at our school and are looking forward to learning more about Terry Fox through various classroom activities and raising funds for cancer research. Through our participation, we hope to encourage leadership in our students and create positive agents of change in our wonderful school community.Any amount of donation is greatly appreciated. To donate, visit: <a href="http://www.terryfox.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link">www.terryfox.org</a> and follow the instructions below. It’s fast, easy and donors get a receipt immediately by email.1. click “Terry Fox School Run”2. click “Donate to a Student/School”3. Enter the name of your school "Centreville Public School" and follow the prompts to donateDonations will be accepted until October 3rd.We are very excited to be a part of this year’s Marathon of Hope. This is our opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those suffering from cancer. We hope you will join us! <img src="/images/1e301d66-286f-424f-828f-8b02c56f7115?fingerprint=ppb20251217013257" alt="orange shirt 2025" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Centreville PS Staff 2025-26</h2> Principal: Jennifer OsborneVice-Principal: Tanyelle VanderSchoor Office Manager: Jodi Hillier(JK/SK) Sherry King & Sarah Green (ECE)(1) Heidi Tyler(2/3) Kate Minielly(3/4) Mary-Lynn Kimmett (Sierra Darton) & Karla Tynski(4/5/6) Tess Fraser (6/7/8) Ben ClappFrench: Susan RaddonStudent Support Teacher: Mary-Lynn Kimmett (Sierra Darton)Student Support Counsellor: Jamie LopesItinerant Support Teacher: Matt AylesworthPlanning Time Teacher: Olivia Cotman Educational Assistant: Tonya DuffyHead Custodian: Gord Cota <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"> Our first School Advisory Council meeting and election for Executive Positions was held on September 23rd. Here are your 2025-26 SAC executive members:Chair: Michelle CornacchiaSecretary: Carmen McElligott Treasurer: Katelyn LockridgeTeacher Rep: Heidi TylerWe 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.Our next meeting we will take place on Tuesday October 21 @6:15 <img src="/images/8647aa42-4ad9-489b-95d2-bde22aae4cdb?fingerprint=ppb20251217014234" alt="calendar" width="302" height="216" style="width:302px;height:216px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">October Dates</h2> Tuesday, Sept. 30 National Day of Truth and Reconciliation (Orange Shirt Day)Wednesday Oct 1 Grade 7/8 ImmunizationsFriday Oct. 3 Terry Fox Walk/Run & School BBQMonday Oct.6 Grade 3 Swim to SurviveTuesday Oct 7 Fire Safety PresentationThursday Oct 9 Senior Soccer Tournament @ TamworthFriday Oct 10 PA Day No School todayMonday Oct 13 Thanksgiving HolidayTuesday Oct 14 Region 3 Cross Country Meet Fort HenryThursday Oct 16 Term 1 IEPs go homeMonday Oct 27 Grade 3 Swim to SurviveFriday Oct 31 Hallowe'en<img src="/images/79f2e237-e6dd-4346-85b5-dea294bdb20b?fingerprint=ppb20251217014125" alt="everychild" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> MARTIAL ARTS LESSONS!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. GUITAR LESSONSGuitar 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<img src="/images/de6e9cca-6732-4be3-bc35-c9e19fe46540?fingerprint=ppb20251217015036" alt="schoolday" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">Centreville PS continues to offer our families a new secure portal to complete permissions and payments online. With School-Day: Permissions & Payments, you will be able to complete permission forms and payments from any web browser using your SmartPhone, tablet, laptop or desktop.Through this online portal, you will be able to pay for items such as:· Field trips· Sporting events· Student cards/athletic fees· Hot lunch (where applicable)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.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. Use the instructions in it to sign up for a School-Day account at <a href="http://www.school-day.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link">www.school-day.com</a> and connect to your child’s events and activities.<img src="/images/78361792-e7b0-43b7-96fc-50f6aac7d6d4?fingerprint=ppb20251217014125" alt="2025 08 28 Attention Immunization Reporting Elementary" width="693" height="1000" style="width:693px;height:1000px;display:inline-block"><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"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Centreville PS Schedule</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;">Time</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Activity/learning block</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;">8:45 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Supervision begins on the yard</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;">9:00 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Entry to school</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;">9:00 a.m. to 10:40 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">100-minute learning block</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;">10:40 a.m. to 10:55 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Recess</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;">10:55 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">50-minute learning block</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;">11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Lunch (20 minutes) and recess (40 minutes)</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;">12:45 p.m. to 2:25 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">100-minute learning block</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;">2:25 p.m. to 2:40 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Recess</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;">2:40 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">50-minute learning block</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;">3:30 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Dismissal</td></tr></tbody></table><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</h2>A <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">PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online</a>. <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"> <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"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Prevalent Medical Plan of Care</h2>This message is intended for the families of students with prevalent medical conditions where documentation is needed by the school: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.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. Completed forms can be printed and sent in with students or scanned and emailed to <a href="mailto:ctrvl@limestone.on.ca" class="editor-link">ctrvl@limestone.on.ca</a>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.**Be sure to also include the supplementary forms if medication may need to be administered by school staff.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.Here is the link: <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/medical-procedures" class="editor-link">Medical Procedures</a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Allergen Awareness - Nut-Free School</h2>Thank you for packing nut-free snacks! Please communicate with teachers before sending any treats in for your student's class. <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"><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Tri-Board Transportation</h3>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.If you are new to Centreville Public School and require transportation, you will need to fill out the bus form at <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">https://triboard.ca</a>CPICIf you intend to volunteer in any capacity this school year, please complete a CPIC via the OPP website. Please feel free to pick up a form from Mrs. Jodi in the main office. It is free of charge if you are volunteering with the school. STUDENT ACCIDENT PROTECTION PROGRAMThe Limestone District School Board makes available Student Accident Insurance. Various affordable plans are available. Parents may enroll on-line at <a href="http://www.insuremykids.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link">www.insuremykids.com</a> or by completing the Student Accident Insurance package and mailing it directly to the company. Please note: participation in extra-curricular athletic activities requires parent signature verifying student accident insurance coverage through some insurance carrier. STUDENT AGENDAS 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. <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"> <img src="/images/24195261-737d-4ee3-b461-54af7ebcbdef?fingerprint=ppb20251217013337" alt="safearrival2023" width="222" height="198" style="width:222px;height:198px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"> How Do I Report An Absence</h2>Please use the Safe Arrival system to report your child's absence; do not call the school to report an absence. If your child is going to be absent from learning, please ensure you use the Safe Arrival system to report the absence. 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.How to report your absence:1. Toll-free telephone<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Call 1-855-257-9349 toll-free to report an absence using the automated phone system.</li></ul>2. School Messenger App<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Use your mobile device to download and install the free SchoolMessenger blue app from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store, the <a href="https://go.schoolmessenger.com/#/home" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link">SchoolMessenger website portal</a>, or from within the LDSB mobile app.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">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.</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Select Attendance, then select Report an Absence and follow the prompts.</li></ul>3. <a href="https://go.schoolmessenger.ca/#/account/login" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link">SchoolMessenger SafeArrival Website Portal</a> <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Visit the <a href="https://go.schoolmessenger.ca/#/account/login" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link">SchoolMessenger website portal</a>.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">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.</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Select Attendance, then Report an Absence and follow the prompts.</li></ul> <img src="/images/34044f0d-85cd-42b3-8dfc-ac039de3f4e0?fingerprint=ppb20251217013501" alt="Smart hub 2025" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Physical and Health Education Curriculum</h3>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”). 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. <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=20260728T0315Z" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Form 325-D - List of H.D. and S.H Instruction Expectations by Grade</a></li></ul> <img src="/images/0116fd7b-4dfa-4833-ba03-d3ca3db87588?fingerprint=ppb20251217013010" alt="Hate has no home" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">DON'T FORGET...SPARTAN WEAR IS AVAILABLE ALL YEAR WITH THIS LINK:</h2><a href="https://centrevillepublicschool.entripyshops.com/" class="editor-link">Centreville Public School</a><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">

2025-09-28 21:14:01.671 +0000 UTC

Orange Shirts Designed by LDSB Students Available Locally

<img src="/images/9dc007ac-516c-4323-a906-a61997af3154?fingerprint=ppb20251217014448" alt="KNCLN Orange Shirt Day Graphic" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">Graphic provided by the Kingston Native Centre and Language Nest. Two LDSB students designed these orange shirts! As we approach Orange Shirt Day and National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30, these shirts are now available for purchase locally through the Kingston Native Centre and Language Nest. Every purchase goes directly toward strengthening Indigenous-led community programming.Sizes Youth S to XL sizes and Adult small to 5XL sizes. Shirts are $20 each.To purchase, please visit <a href="https://www.kncln.ca/news/orange-shirt-day-2025" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">kncln.ca/news/orange-shirt-day-2025</a>.

2025-09-24 19:35:10.695 +0000 UTC

Parent Involvement Committee Co-Chair Elections

Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) Co-Chair Elections are scheduled for the first PIC meeting on Thursday October 23, 2025. If you wish to apply, nominations are due by Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 4:00 p.m., and must be accompanied by a short biography (maximum 250 words).Nominations and biographies can be emailed to Patty Gollogly, Associate Superintendent, at <a href="mailto:golloglyp@limestone.on.ca" class="editor-link">golloglyp@limestone.on.ca</a>.  Alternatively, nomination packages can be submitted at the LDSB Education Centre at <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2Fmaps%2Fsearch%2F220%2BPortsmouth%2BAvenue%3Fentry%3Dgmail%26source%3Dg&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7Cfc613dade0b84a977f3508ddf9d9ff00%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638941436870017940%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=%2BJZOj2ySfNzFnUGnNvG26QShwyIKhJaXjO0Ki89SjzI%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">220 Portsmouth Avenue</a> (either mailed or dropped off).  If you have any questions you can call: 613 544 6925, ext. 31319. An ideal PIC Co-Chair will be an active and engaged participant in the Board’s PIC as well as their school with the school and board-specific background necessary to effectively guide the various activities of the PIC. If a Co-Chair candidate does not meet these qualifications, the PIC membership may choose, via the normal voting process, to move forward with an election or to extend the advertisement for Co-Chair candidates by a period of two weeks, after which an election will be held.

2025-09-22 13:21:46.047 +0000 UTC

Free EQAO Webinar for Families of Elementary and Secondary Students

In this live webinar EQAO will present the results of the 2024-25 Primary (Grade 3) and Junior (Grade 6) Assessments of Reading, Writing and Mathematics. Participants will also learn about the latest research and resources available on eqao.com. The session is approximately 45 minutes, followed by a live Q&A with EQAO staff.  <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">EQAO Webinar for Parents and Guardians of Elementary School Students: 2024-25 Results (Oct 7 @ 6pm)</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://eqao.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1Te0EqD3Tl621IKhIWD4Mg#/registration" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" title="https://eqao.zoom.us/webinar/register/wn_1te0eqd3tl621ikhiwd4mg#/registration" class="editor-link">Webinar Registration - Zoom</a></li></ul> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"> EQAO Webinar for Parents and Guardians of Secondary School Students: 2024-25 Results</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://eqao.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_oWomJPtiTUGBU5TFJM6azw#/registration" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" title="https://eqao.zoom.us/webinar/register/wn_owomjptitugbu5tfjm6azw#/registration" class="editor-link">Webinar Registration - Zoom</a></li></ul>

2025-09-22 13:05:28.045 +0000 UTC

Indigenous Caregivers are Invited to Submit an Expression of Interest to Join the Indigenous Education Committee (IEC)

The Limestone District School Board is inviting Indigenous caregivers to submit an Expression of Interest to join the Indigenous Education Committee (IEC).The IEC provides guidance on Indigenous Education initiatives throughout the district and collaborates to support Indigenous students and their families. This year, we are seeking one additional Indigenous caregiver to join this important circle.If you are interested, please complete the Expression of Interest form here: <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.office.com%2Fr%2F8zsv9E9JDC&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7Ca0aeee05278d4e887f1408ddf52de1f3%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638936299630563795%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=6u91hjpJIfKQjm9fWKaBPNZhbw6%2FSmnBUq2bttPIjlA%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">ttps://forms.office.com/r/8zsv9E9JDC</a> This form will be available from September 17 to September 24. Please ensure that you complete this form before the due date.We are grateful for your time and consideration.

2025-09-17 13:52:43.569 +0000 UTC