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April 6, 2026

<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Panther Post - April 26, 2026</h2><img src="/images/cee1f852-d4bd-4b47-825a-7fea30235982" alt="new logo 2024 2" width="241" height="234" style="width:241px;height:234px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Principal's Greeting - </h2> Hello Panther Families,I hope all of our Panther families had a wonderful Easter weekend. Our dodgeball teams are practising hard for the tournaments on April 16th. They are fierce!There will be a school council meeting on Tuesday at 5 pm. On the agenda? Planning our much anticipated June Fun Day. You do not have to attend the meeting to help out. I will be away from April 10 - 24th on a medical leave. Mrs. Revell will be the school administrator in my absence. She knows the students and staff well, so our wonderful school is in great hands. Take care,Mary Jane JarvisAt Prince Charles Public School, we care about you. <hr> <img src="/images/cb6f6dcf-abc7-47c1-a611-47462cd8d859" alt="maltby april" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/f05f0e70-9777-4085-8ef0-aac5affa75ab" alt="LDSB Kindergarten Student Registration Website Graphic" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr>  <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">DatestoRemember</h2> April 7 - School Council MeetingApril 16 - Dodgeball Tournaments for junior and intermediate teamsApril 22 - Grade 7/8 ImmunizationsMay 1 - Abby Stewart performanceMay 20 - Welcome to KindergartenJune 9 -Grade 1 and 2/3 tripJune 17-18 - Grad 7/8 tripJune 17 - Kindergarten tripJune 18- Grade 4/5 and 5/6 tripJune 23 - Grade 8 graduation - 6 pmJune 24 - Kindergarten celebration - 4 pmJune 25 - Last Day Assembly <h2 class="editor-heading-h2"> </h2><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"> </h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">PrinceCharlesSwag</h2> We are very excited that our Prince Charles spirit wear is now avaiable in our on-line store. There are multiple products available in many colours, including sangria (pink) for pink shirt day. The store remains open, so you can shop when you wish. This is not a fundraiser. We wanted to offer clothing at the lowest price possible. <img src="/images/74523a76-9f77-401b-9c4e-304574cb3ebe" alt="IMG 4894" width="184" height="245" style="width:184px;height:245px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/b1e4e4bd-c838-418d-8901-2ed6befa52fb" alt="IMG 4610" width="183" height="244" style="width:183px;height:244px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/0674864d-1211-4e12-ab95-f9942e1a3ebe" alt="IMG 1472" width="182" height="242" style="width:182px;height:242px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/812c07c7-42de-4f2c-953b-eae671d7523c" alt="we care about you" width="651" height="336" style="width:651px;height:336px;display:inline-block;float:left"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/4g/princecharlesps/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Prince Charles Spirit Wear Shop</a></h2> <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Health Unit Information</h2><img src="/images/a23cbfbf-4631-4c61-84e2-a468f4278bd3" alt="Screenshot 2025 08 29 164846" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Information related to common childhood illness (chicken pox, diarrhea, vomiting, fever etc). Please check the protocols when your child is ill.<a href="https://www.kflaph.ca/en/health-topics/common-childhood-illnesses.aspx" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">https://www.kflaph.ca/en/health-topics/common-childhood-illnesses.aspx</a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"> </h2><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"> </h2> <hr> <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" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online</a>. <img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967" alt="2025 2026 LDSB School Year Calendar" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Daily Schedule </h2><table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Time</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Activity/learning block</th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">8:50 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Supervision begins on the yard</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">9:05 to 10:55 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">100-minute learning block</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">10:45 to 11:30 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Recess and nutrition break</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">11:30 a.m. to 1:10 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">100-minute learning block</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">1:10 to 1:55 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Recess and nutrition break</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">1:55 to 3:35 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">100-minute learning block</td></tr></tbody></table><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Allergen Awareness - Peanut and Nut-Free School. We also have a severe PEAR allergy in the grade 1/2 class. Please enjoy your pears at home.</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" alt="Nut Free School" width="387" height="553" style="width:387px;height:553px;display:inline-block">

2026-04-06 17:51:39.179 +0000 UTC

March 29

<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Panther Post - March 29, 2026</h2><img src="/images/cee1f852-d4bd-4b47-825a-7fea30235982" alt="new logo 2024 2" width="241" height="234" style="width:241px;height:234px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Principal's Greeting - </h2> Hello Panther Families,Here we are..It's April this week. And with April comes rain. Please ensur that your child comes dressed for the weather. Fresh air and exercise is so important for learning, so we do go out for recess if it is lightly raining. This is a short week as this coming weekend is Easter. Many important dates have been added below.Mary Jane JarvisAt Prince Charles Public School, we care about you. <hr> <img src="/images/cb6f6dcf-abc7-47c1-a611-47462cd8d859" alt="maltby april" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/f05f0e70-9777-4085-8ef0-aac5affa75ab" alt="LDSB Kindergarten Student Registration Website Graphic" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr>  <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">DatestoRemember</h2> April 7 - School Council MeetingApril 22 - Grade 7/8 ImmunizationsMay 1 - Abby Stewart performanceMay 20 - Welcome to KindergartenJune 9 -Grade 1 and 2/3 tripJune 17-18 - Grad 7/8 tripJune 17 - Kindergarten tripJune 18- Grade 4/5 and 5/6 tripJune 23 - Grade 8 graduation - 6 pmJune 24 - Kindergarten celebration - 4 pmJune 25 - Last Day Assembly <h2 class="editor-heading-h2"> </h2><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"> </h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">PrinceCharlesSwag</h2> We are very excited that our Prince Charles spirit wear is now avaiable in our on-line store. There are multiple products available in many colours, including sangria (pink) for pink shirt day. The store remains open, so you can shop when you wish. This is not a fundraiser. We wanted to offer clothing at the lowest price possible. <img src="/images/74523a76-9f77-401b-9c4e-304574cb3ebe" alt="IMG 4894" width="184" height="245" style="width:184px;height:245px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/b1e4e4bd-c838-418d-8901-2ed6befa52fb" alt="IMG 4610" width="183" height="244" style="width:183px;height:244px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/0674864d-1211-4e12-ab95-f9942e1a3ebe" alt="IMG 1472" width="182" height="242" style="width:182px;height:242px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/812c07c7-42de-4f2c-953b-eae671d7523c" alt="we care about you" width="651" height="336" style="width:651px;height:336px;display:inline-block;float:left"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/4g/princecharlesps/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Prince Charles Spirit Wear Shop</a></h2> <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Health Unit Information</h2><img src="/images/a23cbfbf-4631-4c61-84e2-a468f4278bd3" alt="Screenshot 2025 08 29 164846" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Information related to common childhood illness (chicken pox, diarrhea, vomiting, fever etc). Please check the protocols when your child is ill.<a href="https://www.kflaph.ca/en/health-topics/common-childhood-illnesses.aspx" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://www.kflaph.ca/en/health-topics/common-childhood-illnesses.aspx</a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"> </h2><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"> </h2> <hr> <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" 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" alt="2025 2026 LDSB School Year Calendar" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Daily 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;">8:50 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;">9:05 to 10:55 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;">10:45 to 11:30 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Recess and nutrition break</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;">11:30 a.m. to 1:10 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;">1:10 to 1:55 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Recess and nutrition break</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;">1:55 to 3:35 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">100-minute learning block</td></tr></tbody></table><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Allergen Awareness - Peanut and Nut-Free School. We also have a severe PEAR allergy in the grade 1/2 class. Please enjoy your pears at home.</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" alt="Nut Free School" width="387" height="553" style="width:387px;height:553px;display:inline-block">

2026-03-29 13:03:19.881 +0000 UTC

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<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Panther Post - March 11, 2026</h2><img src="/images/cee1f852-d4bd-4b47-825a-7fea30235982" alt="new logo 2024 2" width="241" height="234" style="width:241px;height:234px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"> </h2> <hr> <img src="/images/2b0ebaa5-ac5d-47a8-9dac-9bf207c1f2ed" alt="pancakes" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">  <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"> </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;">8:50 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;">9:05 to 10:55 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;">10:45 to 11:30 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Recess and nutrition break</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;">11:30 a.m. to 1:10 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;">1:10 to 1:55 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Recess and nutrition break</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;">1:55 to 3:35 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">100-minute learning block</td></tr></tbody></table><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Allergen Awareness - Peanut and Nut-Free School. We also have a severe PEAR allergy in the grade 1/2 class. Please enjoy your pears at home.</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" alt="Nut Free School" width="387" height="553" style="width:387px;height:553px;display:inline-block">

2026-03-06 20:16:18.343 +0000 UTC

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Welcome to Prince Charles Public School located in Verona. Our Kindergarten to Grade 8 school provides students with many positive experiences in their academic studies, athletic skill development and the various arts, while promoting community involvement and positive character development. We invite parents and guardians to work cooperatively with our staff to ensure our students are provided with as many wonderful opportunities as possible. We have an active roster of volunteers and offer you the invitation to become part of our team.

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Message from the Director - March 5, 2026

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

2026-03-05 21:30:00.475 +0000 UTC

Limestone District School Board Welcomes 2026–2027 Student Trustees

The Limestone District School Board (LDSB) is pleased to announce the appointment of its 2026–2027 Student Trustees, who will be formally welcomed at the April meeting of the Board.Student trustees play an important role in bringing student perspectives to board-level discussions, helping ensure that student voice is reflected in decision-making across the district. For the upcoming term, LDSB looks forward to working with three engaged and passionate student leaders who represent rural, urban, and Indigenous student communities:<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Audrey Bateman – Rural Student Trustee</h2>A message from Student Trustee Bateman: I'm so excited to be your rural student trustee this year. This role is such a great place to create lasting change for the current and future classes. I'm really looking forward to connecting with the trustees and students from across the board to try and make school a more fun, inclusive, and memorable experience where we can.  Everyone's voice matters!<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Victoria McCourt – Indigenous Student Trustee</h2>A message from Student Trustee McCourt: I applied for the Indigenous student trustee position because I feel that having a voice to represent Indigenous students, their issues and concerns is important. I would like to help celebrate and honour the Indigenous students in the Limestone District School Board. I look forward to helping create more opportunities for Indigenous students and I want our youth to feel proud of who they are and their Indigenous identity. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Mathew Katz – Urban Student Trustee</h2>A message from Student Trustee Katz: I applied to become a student trustee to advocate for issues that both I and students from across LDSB are passionate about. I specifically hope to be able to work on issues related to environmental sustainability and anti-racism. Ultimately, I want to ensure students’ voices are heard and meaningfully represented.The Limestone District School Board congratulates Audrey, Victoria, and Matthew on their appointments and looks forward to welcoming them at the April Board meeting as they begin their term as student trustees for the 2026–2027 school year.<img src="/images/6101cb72-005e-4aad-b211-341230a8738b" alt="2026 2027 Student Trustees" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

2026-03-04 14:48:09.694 +0000 UTC

Message from the Director - February 20, 2026

Dear Families,I hope everyone had a good, short week following the Family Day Weekend. We have had a small taste of warmer weather recently, though we know there may still be more winter days to come. As we head toward the end of February, I would like to share a few updates with Limestone families:2026-2027 School Year CalendarThank you to everyone who took the time to fill out the 2026-2027 School Year Calendar Survey. Approximately 3,700 responses were submitted from families, staff, and community members. We appreciate your time and providing the feedback.As shared previously, the school year calendar for 2026-2027 presents unique challenges, with Labour Day falling unusually late on September 7, and Easter occurring just four days after March Break. Across all three school boards (Limestone DSB, Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic DSB, and Hastings and Prince Edward County DSB) Option 1 was the preferred choice, and Option 2 ranked second and third, with only marginal differences in support.Following further review of the potential calendars, and considering potential financial implications, it was determined that implementing Option 1 would create additional costs for all three boards. Given that Option 2 very closely aligns with Option 1, differing by only one day and without the associated financial implications, all three boards supported Option 2, with the school year starting September 1 (P.A. Day) and the first day of classes for students on September 2.At Wednesday night’s Board Meeting, the Limestone Board of Trustees approved <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/375540e1-d8af-4e1c-a856-7035ab3f1e4b/2026-2027-School-Year-Calendar-Final.pdf" class="editor-link">Option 2 for the 2026-2027 school year calendar</a>, and this calendar will be submitted to the Ministry of Education for final approval.You Are Invited: Community Event: An Evening with Monique Gray Smith, Author of Braiding Sweetgrass for Young Adults – March 12, 2026Students, families, staff, and community members are invited to a free in-person evening with author Monique Gray Smith. This special event will bring our community together to learn about care, reciprocity, connection to the land, and connection to one another.  Date: March 12, 2026 Time:   6:30 p.m. - Vendors and refreshments                6:45 p.m. - Doors open                7:00 p.m. - Speaker begins Location: Queen's University, Duncan McArthur Hall, 511 Union St., KingstonLight refreshments will be provided, and the first 50 attendees will receive a free copy of her book. <a href="https://bit.ly/LDSBMoniqueGraySmithEvent" class="editor-link">Registration is required</a>. Please <a href="https://bit.ly/LDSBMoniqueGraySmithEvent" class="editor-link">register online</a> in advance — we look forward to seeing you there!This event has been made possible with the support of the Limestone Learning Foundation, Queen’s University Faculty of Education, and the Limestone District School Board.2026-2027 Virtual School SurveyFamilies interested in enrolling their students in virtual school for the 2026-2027 school year should complete the <a href="https://ca1.voxco.com/S2/?st=fu443Fws9prkkUlLZrFDxwJzvjfy6JjISrxBQtOLRo8%3D&mod=0&dlang=en" class="editor-link">Virtual School Survey.</a> This helps with early planning for the next school year. This virtual school survey is not for registration and families will need to <a href="mailto:virtualk8@limestone.on.ca" class="editor-link">contact Elementary Virtual School to officially register their students for next year</a>. If you have more than one student interested, please complete the survey for each student. The survey will remain open until Friday, March 13, 2026. Families can <a href="https://ca1.voxco.com/S2/?st=fu443Fws9prkkUlLZrFDxwJzvjfy6JjISrxBQtOLRo8%3D&mod=0&dlang=en" class="editor-link">access the survey online</a>. If you require a printed survey, please contact Principal <a href="mailto:myerskm@limestone.on.ca" class="editor-link">Kate Myers by e-mail</a>.                <a href="https://ca1.voxco.com/S2/?st=fu443Fws9prkkUlLZrFDxwJzvjfy6JjISrxBQtOLRo8%3D&mod=0&dlang=en" class="editor-link">Access the survey online.</a>Ministry and Board Resources for Math and LiteracyThere 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. <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/tutoring" class="editor-link">Visit Limestone’s Online Learning Resources and Tutoring webpage</a> to learn more. Thank you for your ongoing support and engagement in Limestone school communities. We truly value the strong partnership we share with families and look forward to the second half of the 2025-2026 school year continuing positively for students, families, and staff.Krishna BurraDirector of Education

2026-02-20 21:00:23.337 +0000 UTC

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 culture and celebrate their commitment to this land.