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Skills Ontario Awards 2024
<figure class="image image-style-side"><img src="/images/4404f904-f625-5628-b479-f037226c1116?fingerprint=ppb20251217013634" alt=""></figure><p>Limestone’s Board of Trustees had the honour of having the Skills Ontario Competition Awards at the Education, Policy, and Operations Committee meeting on June 5, 2024. The Expanded Opportunities Team lead by Melissa Baker-Cox, Geoff Petznick, Paul Allinson, and Courtney Soucy, presented banners to the students involved in the Skills Ontario Competition, as well as Skills Canada.</p><p>On behalf of the Board of Trustees and entire Limestone District School Board, congratulations to all the students on their participation and amazing success! </p><p><strong>Grade 7/8 Construction</strong></p><p>Individual teams were asked to construct a scale model of a modest and affordable house for a well deserving family based on the design they arrived with. Team construction projects will be judged on several criteria including creativity, quality, teamwork, and demonstration of basic practical and theoretical knowledge of Residential House Design and Construction.</p><p><strong>3rd Place at Skills Ontario: A.J. Farley, Aiden Lollar, Baurer Desveaux, and Keegan Gardiner</strong></p><p><strong>Auto Paint – Secondary</strong></p><p>Competitors had the opportunity to demonstrate, through practical and theoretical application, their skills and task knowledge in the industry relevant to:</p><ul><li>Basic skills relevant to surface preparation, colour matching, painting, and polishing.</li><li>Knowledge of an application of applicable health and safety regulations.</li><li>Adjusting and checking of safety/operating equipment.</li><li>Problem solving in relation to painting.</li></ul><p><strong>1st Place at Skills Ontario: Alisha Haaksman</strong></p><p><strong>3rd Place at Skills Ontario: Joe Yeomans</strong></p><p><strong>Outdoor Power Equipment – Secondary</strong></p><p>Tested the skills and knowledge of each student in the air and liquid cooled engine field and to prepare each student for employment in the Marine, Powersports, and Small Engine industries. Criteria included: two-stroke engine mechanical operation, all-terrain vehicle braking systems, fuel system and carburetor repair, electrical wiring and troubleshooting, four-cycle engine shooting, and theory.</p><p> <strong>1st Place at Skills Ontario: Jeremy Gardiner</strong></p><p><strong>Auto Collison – Post Secondary</strong></p><p>Competitions were judged on their general knowledge of auto body repair process with particular attention paid to:</p><ul><li>Knowledge of safe working practices through the body repair process.</li><li>Proper application of I-Car procedures for the structural sectioning project.</li><li>Performance of an aluminum welding task.</li><li>Accurate use of Tram-bar and Unibody measurement charges for measuring a Unibody.</li></ul><p><strong>1st Place at Skills Ontario and 2nd Place at Skills Canada: Liam Alford</strong></p><p><strong>Arborist – Post Secondary</strong></p><p>Competitors were judged on:</p><ul><li>Tailboard Safety </li><li> <ul><li>Assessment of the hazards for the tasks being performed below. </li></ul></li><li>Knot Tying </li><li> <ul><li>Performing and completing knots as described in the Arborist Industry Safe Work Practices book by WSPS – Spar Pole Rescue </li><li>While maintaining 100% tie off work positioning, ascend the tree (powerline pole for use of competition), assess patient, secure patient, and lower ground. </li></ul></li><li>Limbing Challenge </li><li> <ul><li>Assemble a chain saw (will be disassembled), properly start reassembled chainsaw. </li><li>Using the same chainsaw, remove identified limbs (obstacle) of a downed tree (powerline pole with large dowels) using proper cutting and safe chainsaw techniques. </li></ul></li><li>Throw Ball Challenge </li><li> <ul><li>With in the allotted time, utilize provided throw ball lines, to make as many attempts as possible to hit targets to score points. This is an accuracy challenge. </li></ul></li><li>Mechanical Advantage Challenge </li><li> <ul><li>All competitors were provided with the same set equipment (pulleys, trusses, etc.), where they will develop the most efficient mechanical advantage system within the time allotted.</li></ul></li></ul><p><strong>2nd Place at Skills Ontario: Owen Chapman</strong></p><p>Congratulations to all the Limestone District School Board Skills Ontario Competitors:</p><figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Contest</strong></td><td><strong>Name</strong></td><td><strong>Rank</strong></td></tr><tr><td>Auto Collision Repair</td><td>Shayla G</td><td>4</td></tr><tr><td>Auto Collision Repair</td><td>Tate D</td><td>5</td></tr><tr><td>Auto Paint</td><td>Alisha H</td><td>1</td></tr><tr><td>Auto Paint</td><td>Joe Y</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td>Auto Service Technology</td><td>Blake D</td><td>34</td></tr><tr><td>Auto Service Technology</td><td>Nathan P</td><td>44</td></tr><tr><td>Baking</td><td>Joanna N</td><td>14</td></tr><tr><td>Brick Masonry</td><td>Zach R</td><td>9</td></tr><tr><td>Cabinetmaking</td><td>Isabelle M</td><td>17</td></tr><tr><td>Carpentry –Individual</td><td>Austin M</td><td>5</td></tr><tr><td>Carpentry – Team of two</td><td>Hunter M, Jude N</td><td>9</td></tr><tr><td>Coding</td><td>Kai M</td><td>9</td></tr><tr><td>Computer Aided Manufacturing</td><td>Dominic A</td><td>8</td></tr><tr><td>Computer Aided Manufacturing</td><td>Hailey O</td><td>9</td></tr><tr><td>Construction 7-8</td><td>Bauer D, AJ F, Keegan G, Aiden L</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td>Culinary Arts</td><td>Iain S</td><td>22</td></tr><tr><td>Electrical Installations</td><td>Nolan S</td><td>14</td></tr><tr><td>Floristry</td><td>Sunnai P</td><td>9</td></tr><tr><td>Graphic Design – Presentation</td><td>Grace L</td><td>11</td></tr><tr><td>Graphic Design – Studio Production</td><td>Dominique S</td><td>27</td></tr><tr><td>Green Energy 7-8</td><td>Eirnan M, James S, Chelsea H, Kemsley B</td><td>5</td></tr><tr><td>Hairstyling</td><td>Sierra W</td><td>13</td></tr><tr><td>Hairstyling</td><td>Delvin D-C</td><td>14</td></tr><tr><td>Heavy Equipment Service</td><td>Fletcher M</td><td>7</td></tr><tr><td>Horticulture & Landscaping</td><td>Patrick C, Kaleb W</td><td>6</td></tr><tr><td>LEGO Mechanical Engineering 7-8</td><td>Sohoh M, Lonin W, Easton S, Hudson H</td><td>14</td></tr><tr><td>Outdoor Power Equipment</td><td>Jeremy G</td><td>1</td></tr><tr><td>Photography</td><td>Brooke M</td><td>49</td></tr><tr><td>Photography</td><td>Dante M</td><td>55</td></tr><tr><td>Plumbing</td><td>Vann T</td><td>8</td></tr><tr><td>Precision Machining</td><td>Reid A</td><td>13</td></tr><tr><td>Prepared Speech</td><td>Aurora</td><td>4</td></tr><tr><td>VEX Robotics – Team of four</td><td>Bradley B, Deven G, Maneesha D. Allen G</td><td>14</td></tr><tr><td>Welding</td><td>Riley H</td><td>15</td></tr><tr><td>Welding</td><td>Luke P</td><td>21</td></tr></tbody></table></figure><p> </p><p>Limestone would like to thank all the Skills Competition Coaches and Chairs, the entire Expanded Opportunities team members, St. Lawrence College, Skills Ontario, and Skills Canada.</p><p> </p><p> </p>
2024-06-06 00:00:00 +0000 UTC
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National Indigenous History Month 2024
<img src="/images/de06adf7-cd27-549d-b705-91421f9a569f?fingerprint=ppb20251217015036" alt="" width="inherit" height="inherit" style="float:right"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June is National Indigenous History Month. This month is an opportunity to learn about the diverse cultures, traditions, and experiences of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples. It’s a time to honour and give voice to the stories, achievements, and resilience of Indigenous peoples across Canada, who have lived and cared for this land since time immemorial and who continue to make significant impacts, today.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">During this month, we also celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>st</span></sup><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. This day is an opportunity to honour the histories and diversity of Indigenous peoples in Canada. This day is important as it gives us an opportunity to acknowledge the Indigenous peoples whose histories and cultures are rooted in this land, and whose historical impact and presence have long been ignored by Canadian society. We are now in a place where we are beginning to recognize the importance of Indigenous peoples and their contributions to what we now know as Canada. In the Limestone District School Board, it is critical that we continue to teach the truth and to make a commitment to life-long reconcili-ACTION and living in right relations with the Indigenous community whose traditional territory we are fortunate to teach and learn on.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Working in partnership with the Kingston Friendship Centre and several community organizations, the Limestone District School Board’s, Indigenous Education Team is proud to offer several opportunities for staff, students, caregivers, and the community to engage in throughout this month.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 6</strong></b><b><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><strong class="editor-text-bold">th</strong></sup></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">– Self-identified Indigenous students and students enrolled in NAC10 are invited to participate in a fish scale art workshop with Cree-Métis artist, Jamie Morse. This opportunity is being funded generously by the Kingston Native Centre and Language Nest through the Ontario Federation of Indigenous Friendship Centre's.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 11</strong></b><b><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><strong class="editor-text-bold">th</strong></sup></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">– Storytelling session by Bomgiizhik (Isaac Murdoch): “Stories of the Summer Solstice”. All classes are invited to participate in a virtual session through Zoom on June 11</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>th</span></sup><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> to learn about the Summer Solstice.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 19</strong></b><b><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><strong class="editor-text-bold">th</strong></sup></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> – Caregivers, students, and the community are invited to attend a Public Virtual Hodinohsho:ni Governance Workshop hosted by the Woodland Cultural Centre. This workshop will be on June 19</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>th</span></sup><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> at 6:00 PM. The donation for this workshop helps to support the education department in creating and delivering virtual programming at the Woodland Cultural Centre. Topics covered include Hodinohsho:ni system of governance, use of Wampum, the Royal Proclamation, the Haldimand Proclamation, the Indian Act, and how these conflicted with the traditional Hodinohsho:ni Governance structure.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84279518633?pwd=ckUxb3VLT0J0NnBTMCtONlZnc2xudz09" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Join the Public Virtual Hodinohsho:ni Governance Workshop on ZOOM</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 21</strong></b><b><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><strong class="editor-text-bold">st</strong></sup></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> – National Indigenous Peoples Day at City Park in Kingston. On June 21</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>st</span></sup><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, staff and students are invited to attend the National Indigenous Peoples Day event in City Park from 11:00 – 4:00 PM. On this day there will be market vendors, a community services fair, food vendors, activities for children and youth, and an evening event starting at 7:00 PM in Springer Market Square featuring a concert by 2</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>nd</span></sup><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Line Bluegrass. The LDSB Indigenous Education Team will be working in collaboration with the Kingston Frontenac Public Library to create buttons, play large outdoor games such as cornhole and Jenga, and other fun activities! We are thankful for the continued collaboration with the Kingston Native Centre and Language Nest to help make this event possible for staff, students, and the community.</span><br><br></p>
2024-06-03 00:00:00 +0000 UTC
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Join LDSB's Technical Advisory Group
<img src="/images/e61a0df0-e3a8-5259-9b1d-90b8936eb8fb?fingerprint=ppb20251217015125" alt="" width="inherit" height="inherit" style="float:right"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Limestone District School Board is seeking new members for the Technical Advisory Group for the next phase of Student Census data collection. The purpose of the Technical Advisory Group (TAG) is to give advice, opinions, and make recommendations in the design of methods for data collection, analysis, and the representation of results. Most importantly, TAG ensures that multiple and diverse perspectives are applied to the analysis of Student Census data to minimize the risk of bias.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Recruitment:</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The committee will be formed by seeking expressions of continued interest from current members and new expressions of interest from individuals who possess the required lived experience and research skill set. Limestone staff will be notified by email of the opportunity to join TAG. The opportunity will also be posted to the LDSB website and advertised on LDSB’s social media channels New interested parties can express their interest using the </span><a href="https://ldsb.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2aXfk1Af78UcseO" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">TAG Expression of Interest Form</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. Printable copies of the form are also available </span><a href="https://limestoneschools-my.sharepoint.com/:w:/g/personal/clostlamberte_limestone_on_ca/EUjk3z0ydglFjxSb2QBRtREBeMUgAtZZe3fZhGEnW2vjUA?e=DlGsax" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">here</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. All submissions must be received by 4:00 p.m. on June 3, 2024.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">It is important to read the </strong></b><a href="/documents/3b3da70a-68e5-55e0-b8ec-80d58d9bbb44?fingerprint=ppb20251217013540" target="_blank" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> TAG Terms of Reference </span></a><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> before you apply.</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Selection:</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Expressions of interest will be reviewed by the core Census Team (Limestone Research Team, Equity Consultant, Superintendent); the Vice Principal of Indigenous Education; and the Human Rights and</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Equity Officer. The goal is to create a committee that is as equitable and intersectional as possible from the applications received. Interested parties are invited to share the ways in which they are willing and able to share their lived experiences alongside their research and/or data experience.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">TAG Membership Drive: Proposed Timeline</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please note, the timeline subject to change</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Spring 2024</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Recruitment of new TAG Members May 6 to June 3, 2024</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Early June: Review applications</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mid- to Late-June: Confirm members</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p>
2024-05-06 00:00:00 +0000 UTC
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Phone Number Change
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2021-09-14 00:00:00 +0000 UTC
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Kindergarten registration now open
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<p><span>Welcome to Kindergarten in Limestone. This is an exciting time for both you and your student. Kindergarten is a wonderful experience and your student’s next phase on their journey of learning. <br>
<br> Kindergarten programs in Ontario offer a full day of learning for four- and five-year-olds. <span>Limestone is unique in offering both English and French Immersion programs in Year 1 and Year 2 Kindergarten.</span><br>
<br> Our Kindergarten program aims to nurture the whole child. In Kindergarten classrooms, a teacher and an early childhood educator work together as a team. This partnership helps to create a nurturing learning environment; giving every student the opportunity to learn in the way that is best suited to their individual strengths and needs.<br>
<br> We recognize this year has been different due to COVID-19, and we have learned a great deal from our experiences these past months. We are proud of the way our students and staff have responded to these challenges, and we continue to work closely with our partners at KFL&A Public Health to ensure health and safety protocols are in place and appropriate. The health and safety of students and staff is our priority. <br>
<br> You can feel confident your student will be cared for within safe and inclusive environments.<br>
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<div><span>Limestone schools are ready to welcome your student to a wonderful new world of learning and growing. We very much look forward to meeting you and supporting you as you become part of the Limestone community.</span></div>
<p><span><br> If your student is 4 or 5 by the end of December, now is the time <a href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Xxb04a7rgk2nPKDeWTgwvuA2N-ymBn9ElBpKp0GN6NxUMTlLUkxQT0FCTFlIVTlRMzEzVFIzUFhSTC4u" title="to register" target="_blank"> </a>to register.<br> Visit the Limestone District School Board website for registration information.<br>
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2021-02-19 00:00:00 +0000 UTC
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School re-opening January 25
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<div><span>Dear Families,<br>
<br> Earlier this afternoon, the provincial government announced that schools in the KFL&A region will reopen for in-person learning on Monday, January 25, 2021. With a downward trend in positive COVID-19 cases in our region, the local Medical Officer of Health has endorsed the return of students and staff. This is good news indeed for students and families who chose in-person learning.<br>
<br> The extended state of emergency and stay-at-home order (which does not include schools as of Monday) will continue until February 11, 2021.<br>
<br> The LDSB Virtual School will continue as usual.<br>
<br> Before students return to school, families need to ensure they are <a href="https://limestone.on.ca/cms/One.aspx?portalId=352782&pageId=28780697" title="screening students daily" target="_blank">screening students daily</a> for symptoms. If students experience any signs or symptoms this week, they should be tested for COVID-19 at an assessment centre 24 to 48 hours before returning to school. Also, if students and families have travelled out of the KFL&A region, you must monitor for symptoms and immediately get tested if symptoms develop.<br>
<br> When we return to school, existing COVID-19 protocols will continue. These include daily screening, face coverings, physical distancing where possible, and the cleaning of high-touch surfaces. A provincial directive for mandatory masking for students in Grades 1 to 3 is new, however, this is not a change for Limestone as mandatory masking for Kindergarten to Grade 3 (where possible) was introduced last fall. Masking outdoors, when physical distancing is not possible, is also now required across the province. This will be strongly reinforced. We have already been reinforcing these masking measures in Limestone for some time now so these routines will not be new for students. Students will also be provided with a refresher on COVID-19 school protocols upon their return. Secondary students will be encouraged to avoid congregating during break/lunch times. <br>
<br> We know the past few weeks of remote learning have been a challenge for many, and we thank you for your patience and understanding. Our goal is to ensure families may choose whatever learning method works best for their student(s) and their personal circumstances. Should secondary students wish to change from the LDSB Virtual School back to in-person learning, or vice versa, please contact your home school. A new date for elementary students who wish to enroll in the LDSB Virtual School, or return to in-class learning, will be released soon. We will do our best to accommodate families as much as possible if space is available. <br>
<br> A reminder that families can apply for one-time funding of $200 or $250 (for students with special needs) to help offset costs during the 2020-2021 school year. The deadline to apply is February 8, 2021. Learn more on the government’s <a href="https://www.ontario.ca/page/get-support-learners" title=" Support for Learners government webpage" target="_blank">Support for Learners webpage</a>.<br>
<br> We look forward to welcoming students back to school next week. To ensure we can keep students in school, I urge you to be vigilant. While our numbers locally are trending downward, everyone must continue to do their part by completing the daily self-screening of COVID-19 symptoms, following public health guidelines like staying in our region, and staying home when sick. We know from the experience of the past few months with COVID-19 that the health of our larger community determines the health and status of our schools. We need to continue to work together to keep our schools open for the important roles they provide in supporting students and families.<br>
<br> Please stay safe and continue to follow all public health protocols as directed.<br>
<br> Krishna Burra<br> Director of Education</span></div><span></span><span></span><span></span><span></span>
2021-01-21 00:00:00 +0000 UTC
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What state of emergency means for Limestone
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<p><span>As you may have heard already, the provincial government announced a renewed state of emergency to help limit the spread of COVID-19. These new measures include a stay-at-home order that will remain in effect until February 10, 2021. This will affect operation of our schools.</span><strong><span><span></span><br>
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<p><span>For now, schools in our KFL&A region, are scheduled to return to in-person learning on January 25, 2021. We will not, however, know this for sure until January 20, 2021 when the province plans to review regional health data. This is different from other parts of the province such as the Greater Toronto Area and western Ontario that will see schools remain closed until February 10, 2021.</span></p>
<p><span>Again, there are no changes for LDSB Virtual School students.</span></p>
<p><span>Regardless of the date for a return to in-person learning in Limestone, students with significant special education needs and the educators who support them may continue to attend in-person while following all existing COVID-19 protocols.</span></p>
<p><span>Three other changes affecting schools were announced yesterday. One, the mandatory masking for students in Grades 1 to 3, will not be a change for Limestone as mandatory masking for Kindergarten to Grade 3 (where possible) was introduced last fall. The second is masking outdoors when physical distancing is not possible. Again, we have already been doing this in Limestone for some time now. Finally, the government has indicated there will be enhanced school screening and targeted testing at schools. We do not have any further information on this but will share details once we have them.</span></p>
<p><span>We will share more details on the confirmed return to school date when it becomes available.</span></p>
<p><span>Please stay safe and stay home.</span></p>
<p><span>Krishna Burra<br> Director of Education</span></p>
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2021-01-15 00:00:00 +0000 UTC
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Elementary Remote Learning Extended
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<p><span>Dear Families,</span></p>
<p><span>This afternoon, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health and other health experts, the <a href="https://news.ontario.ca/en/release/59890/ontario-extends-teacher-led-online-learning-until-january-25-to-keep-students-and-staff-safe-in-sout" target="_blank" title="Government of Ontario announced">Government of Ontario announced</a> that elementary students will not return to in-person learning next week as planned.</span></p>
<p><span>Given the increasing rise of COVID-19 cases across the province, government and health officials believe the safest course of action is to keep students and school staff at home wherever possible for the duration of the provincial lock down. This means elementary students (Kindergarten to Grade 8) will not return to in-person classes until January 25, 2021 – the same current schedule for secondary students (Grades 9 to 12).</span></p>
<p><span>There is no change to existing students currently enrolled in the LDSB Virtual School (elementary or secondary).</span></p>
<p><span>Child-care centres in schools will remain open, however, before and after school programs in schools will be closed until January 25, 2021 while elementary students learn remotely.</span></p>
<p><span>We recognize this extension may pose an additional challenge for elementary families, and those staff with elementary-aged students. As stated before, we will work diligently to support all students focusing on their well-being and learning expectations.</span></p>
<p><span>During this first week of remote learning for everyone, I have been impressed by the way students, families and our dedicated educators and support staff have worked to support each other, and adapted to the change in format. Thank you for your patience and kindness during this transition.</span></p>
<p><span>By now, all students who require a device should have received one from their home school. If you are still in need of a device, please contact your school for assistance.</span></p>
<p><span>As we shared earlier, there are plans in place to support students with special education needs through the implementation of Individualized Education Plans, or IEPs. Supports that were available to students during in-person learning will continue to be available to students learning remotely as appropriate. The board is using a phased approach to support students who require more intensive support. If you have any questions, please contact your school or classroom teacher directly.</span></p>
<p><span>Thank you for your continued support and understanding as we continue to navigate this unique school year.</span></p><span></span>
2021-01-15 00:00:00 +0000 UTC
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Welcome Back
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<h2><span>Staggered Entry Plan </span></h2><span>
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<div><span> The Limestone District School Board has adopted a "staggered entry plan" for Elementary students. Students will attend based on the first letter of their last name. </span>
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<p><span>A Days (Thursday, Sept. 3, Tuesday, Sept. 8 and Thursday, Sept. 10)</span></p>
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<p><span><span>B Days (Friday, Sept. 4, Wednesday, Sept. 9 and Friday, Sept. 11)</span>. </span></p>
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<p><span>Teachers will use these days to get to know their students, review handwashing/physical distancing/face covering protocols and introduce the new routines required this fall.</span></p>
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<p><span><span>All students resume classes on Monday, Sept. 14</span>.<br>
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<p><span>PRINCE CHARLES PS Staggered Entry Schedule</span></p>
<p><span>A Days: Students with last name beginning with A-K</span></p>
<p><span>B Days: Students with last name beginning with L-Z</span></p>
<p><span>(JK/SK) Mrs. L. Gilpin</span></p>
<p><span>(SK/1) Mr. L. Casement</span></p>
<p><span>(2) Mr. D. Schneider</span></p>
<p><span>(3) Mr. M. Legge</span></p>
<p><span>(4/5) Mrs. H. Milford (On leave) Long Term Occasional Teacher to be hired</span></p>
<p><span>(7/8) Mr. S. Burnham</span></p>
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<p><span>The exception is Mr. B. Grigg's 6/7 class.</span></p>
<p><span>A Days: Last name beginning with A-McI</span></p>
<p><span>B Days: Last name beginning with McM-Z</span></p>
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2020-08-26 00:00:00 +0000 UTC
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Congratulations Graduates 2020
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2020-06-24 00:00:00 +0000 UTC
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Birthdays at Prince Charles
<img src="/images/b9836e94-c6e5-558d-a146-747fbed4fccc?fingerprint=ppb20251217014726" srcset="/thumbnails/b9836e94-c6e5-558d-a146-747fbed4fccc?fingerprint=ppb20251217014726 450w, /images/b9836e94-c6e5-558d-a146-747fbed4fccc?fingerprint=ppb20251217014726 600w" sizes="(max-width: 600px) 450px, 600px"><span>Happy Birthday Prince Charles Families.<br> How did you celebrate your birthday this year? Send your birthday photos to princ@limestone.on.ca </span>
2020-06-08 00:00:00 +0000 UTC
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Important News Update
<img src="/images/a057cf15-e098-5e14-85aa-b7990e7ea7ab?fingerprint=ppb20251217014502" srcset="/thumbnails/a057cf15-e098-5e14-85aa-b7990e7ea7ab?fingerprint=ppb20251217014502 450w, /images/a057cf15-e098-5e14-85aa-b7990e7ea7ab?fingerprint=ppb20251217014502 600w" sizes="(max-width: 600px) 450px, 600px"><span>Please see the attached Community Safety Letter regarding the incident in Parham on June 8, 2020.<br>
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2020-06-08 00:00:00 +0000 UTC
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