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Prince Charles Public School Weekly Family Update

<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Panther Post - October 17th, 2025</h2><img src="/images/cee1f852-d4bd-4b47-825a-7fea30235982?fingerprint=ppb20251217014921" 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,It was another great week of athletics and learning at PCPS. The junior soccer team rocked at the Harrowsmith after school tournament. It was wonderful to see so many parents cheering for our players. Our runners also showed grit and stamina at the Fort Henry race. Robbie and Macie have qualified for the boardwide race. Thank you to Scott Ryan and Lee Casement for coaching,Intermediate volleyball tryouts have started.You are invited to attend a community breakfast at the Lion's Hall on Saturday, November 8th from 8:30 to 11. This fundraiser is to support student activities. Payment is by donation.We are looking for donations of hot wheels type cars and sand toys for play at recess. There was very little interest in lunch support at PCPS. In fact we had more people offer to help, than people asking for help. Thank you for your generosity with your time. It looks like our current food sharing efforts are sufficient. There is always healthy food available at school.Please ensure that your children don't come to school before 8:50. There is no supervision on the yard before this time.Mary Jane JarvisAt Prince Charles Public School, we care about you. <hr><img src="/images/5fe740c2-7a41-40b5-8b8f-9a5c61686db3?fingerprint=ppb20251217013856" alt="soccer" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/0d4627d1-ac5d-4f02-b1f8-e75e366dd2f5?fingerprint=ppb20251217013116" alt="IMG 8236" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/d24c3bf8-7f70-4a5e-b7df-ff9a25ac0aab?fingerprint=ppb20251217014934" alt="image000000" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">DatestoRemember</h2> October 21 at 5 pm - SAC meeting - Everyone is welcomeOctober 22 - Fort Henry part 2October 31 - orange and black day Cake raffle - Please consider baking a treat for the raffleNovember 7 - Class Photos <img src="/images/d783900a-32a6-453c-b29a-bcb73fccfe39?fingerprint=ppb20251217014957" alt="IMG 3708" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr><img src="/images/632a29e7-e058-4b56-9c54-67db8fd6ae66?fingerprint=ppb20251217013923" alt="Screenshot 2025 09 11 151737" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"> </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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014056" alt="IMG 4894" width="184" height="245" style="width:184px;height:245px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/b1e4e4bd-c838-418d-8901-2ed6befa52fb?fingerprint=ppb20251217014650" alt="IMG 4610" width="183" height="244" style="width:183px;height:244px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/0674864d-1211-4e12-ab95-f9942e1a3ebe?fingerprint=ppb20251217013037" alt="IMG 1472" width="182" height="242" style="width:182px;height:242px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/812c07c7-42de-4f2c-953b-eae671d7523c?fingerprint=ppb20251217014207" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014516" 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?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"><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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="387" height="553" style="width:387px;height:553px;display:inline-block">

2025-10-18 12:45:22.763 +0000 UTC

Prince Charles Public School Weekly Family Update Copy Copy Copy Copy Copy

<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Panther Post - October 10th, 2025</h2><img src="/images/cee1f852-d4bd-4b47-825a-7fea30235982?fingerprint=ppb20251217014921" 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,Have a fantastic Thanksgiving weekend from all the staff at PCPS.Mary Jane JarvisAt Prince Charles Public School, we care about you. <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Congratulations Intermediate Soccer Team on your 1st place finish in the Small Schools Tournament. Thank you coach Appleton and Coach Beacock.</h2><img src="/images/447a72fe-f366-4da1-8264-39c2ca677f4d?fingerprint=ppb20251217013634" alt="8012536507759305647" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"> </h2> <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Junior Soccer Schedule</h2> Wednesday, October 15 - at Harrowsmith 4:00 - 6:00 - Mini-tournament with Loughborough and Harrowsmith teams. Shin pads and socks are required.The junior soccer season will resume in the spring. <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">DatestoRemember</h2> October 14 - Cross contry race at Fort HenryOctober 16 - Grade 7/8 ImmunizationsOctober 17 - SAC Movie NIGHT Get Gaudy DayOctober 21 at 5 pm - SAC meeting October 31 - orange and black day Cake raffle - Please consider baking a treat for the raffleNovember 7 - Class Photos<img src="/images/1a6f4b3f-7f71-4ef9-8b18-8bf74cbfe14f?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" alt="Screenshot 2025 10 10 142436" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/0b692c38-32f8-42e2-8716-1ec49fc13a72?fingerprint=ppb20251217013102" alt="image0" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/d783900a-32a6-453c-b29a-bcb73fccfe39?fingerprint=ppb20251217014957" alt="IMG 3708" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr><img src="/images/632a29e7-e058-4b56-9c54-67db8fd6ae66?fingerprint=ppb20251217013923" alt="Screenshot 2025 09 11 151737" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"> </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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014056" alt="IMG 4894" width="184" height="245" style="width:184px;height:245px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/b1e4e4bd-c838-418d-8901-2ed6befa52fb?fingerprint=ppb20251217014650" alt="IMG 4610" width="183" height="244" style="width:183px;height:244px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/0674864d-1211-4e12-ab95-f9942e1a3ebe?fingerprint=ppb20251217013037" alt="IMG 1472" width="182" height="242" style="width:182px;height:242px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/812c07c7-42de-4f2c-953b-eae671d7523c?fingerprint=ppb20251217014207" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014516" 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" 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?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"><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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="387" height="553" style="width:387px;height:553px;display:inline-block">

2025-10-11 12:07:52.143 +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

Prince Charles Public School Weekly Family Update Copy Copy Copy Copy

<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Panther Post - October 3rd, 2025</h2><img src="/images/cee1f852-d4bd-4b47-825a-7fea30235982?fingerprint=ppb20251217014921" 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,Our fire drills were a huge success. Within 3 and a half minutes, all classes had evacuated the building and teachers had accounted for all staff and students (including the two that we hid with Miss April out front, to see if their absence was noticed). Great job, Panthers.Next Wednesday is our Open House, from 4:00 - 5:30 pm. Three members of the Queen's Soccer Team will be available outside to play with students. School Council will be serving free hot dogs and drinks. I hope to see you there. Wear green and gold to show your school spirit. Size samples will be available for anyone interested in school spirit wear.If you have any hot wheels cars or sand toys that your children have outgrown, we would love to have them for recess play. As a school, we are working on only touching other people with their consent. Playfighting and rough play is not permitted as it usually leads to anger and injury. Please help us by promoting these messages at home. Mary Jane JarvisAt Prince Charles Public School, we care about you. <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Junior Soccer Schedule</h2> Monday, October 6 - Practice at PCPS 3:40 - 4:40Wednesday, October 8 - no practice due to Open House 4-5:30. Three members of the Queens soccer team will be at our Open House. Monday, September 13 - no practice due to Thanksgiving HolidayWednesday, October 15 - at Harrowsmith 4:00 - 6:00 - Mini-tournament with Loughborough and Harrowsmith teams. Shin pads and socks are required. <hr> <img src="/images/d783900a-32a6-453c-b29a-bcb73fccfe39?fingerprint=ppb20251217014957" alt="IMG 3708" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Please support our SAC fundraiser for student activities.</h2><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/96efffd5-de66-4165-911a-14c4939a4fe3?fingerprint=ppb20251217014409" alt="IMG 6251" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> </div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/c994f2fa-b008-478a-a8b2-c6e878a852cd?fingerprint=ppb20251217014853" alt="IMG 6252" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> </div></div> <hr> <img src="/images/94a07183-d2ff-4a3d-93bd-a3ff11257fee?fingerprint=ppb20251217014357" alt="thumbnail KNCLN Maawnjiding 2025 Resized" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr><img src="/images/632a29e7-e058-4b56-9c54-67db8fd6ae66?fingerprint=ppb20251217013923" alt="Screenshot 2025 09 11 151737" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"> </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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014056" alt="IMG 4894" width="184" height="245" style="width:184px;height:245px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/b1e4e4bd-c838-418d-8901-2ed6befa52fb?fingerprint=ppb20251217014650" alt="IMG 4610" width="183" height="244" style="width:183px;height:244px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/0674864d-1211-4e12-ab95-f9942e1a3ebe?fingerprint=ppb20251217013037" alt="IMG 1472" width="182" height="242" style="width:182px;height:242px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/812c07c7-42de-4f2c-953b-eae671d7523c?fingerprint=ppb20251217014207" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014516" 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;">DatestoRemember</h2> October 1, 6, 14 - Cross contry racesOctober 3 - 4/5/ and 7/8 - Gould Lake tripOctober 8 - Open House, wear your school colours day - Green and Gold DayOctober 9 - Small Schools Soccer tournamentFriday, October 10 - PA DayMonday, October 13 - ThanksgivingOctober 16 - Grade 7/8 ImmunizationsNovember 7 - Class Photos <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?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"><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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="387" height="553" style="width:387px;height:553px;display:inline-block">

2025-10-03 19:53:46.122 +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

Prince Charles Public School Weekly Family Update Copy Copy Copy

<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Panther Post - September 26</h2><img src="/images/cee1f852-d4bd-4b47-825a-7fea30235982?fingerprint=ppb20251217014921" 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,It was another great week at PCPS. We have a busy sports schedule the coming weeks. Our senior soccer team will be playing in the Limestone tounament on Monday. The first croocountry race will be on Wednesday.We will be having fire drills over the next week. Teachers and support staff will prepare students for these important safety practices. Tuesday is the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. we invite students and staff to wear an orange shirt to show their solidarity.This past week we celebrated Mrs. Gilpin's 25th teaching anniversary. We are so grateful to have this amazing, caring and dedicated teacher at our school. She has made a positive difference in the lives of hundreds of students and families. We love you, Mrs. Gilpin!!Mary Jane JarvisAt Prince Charles Public School, we care about you. <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Junior SoccerSchedule</h2> Monday, September 29 - no practice due to Senior TournamentWednesday, Oct 1 - Practice at PCPS 3:40 - 4:40Monday, October 6 - Practice at PCPS 3:40 - 4:40Wednesday, October 8 - no practice due to Open House 4-5:30. Three members of the Queens soccer team will be at our Open House. Monday, September 13 - no practice due to Thanksgiving HolidayWednesday, October 15 - Game at Harrowsmith 4:00 - 5:00 <hr> <img src="/images/cf970d35-35ed-4261-b245-0f35fd510c81?fingerprint=ppb20251217014921" alt="thumbnail TRC" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr> <img src="/images/94a07183-d2ff-4a3d-93bd-a3ff11257fee?fingerprint=ppb20251217014357" alt="thumbnail KNCLN Maawnjiding 2025 Resized" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr><img src="/images/632a29e7-e058-4b56-9c54-67db8fd6ae66?fingerprint=ppb20251217013923" alt="Screenshot 2025 09 11 151737" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"> </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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014056" alt="IMG 4894" width="184" height="245" style="width:184px;height:245px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/b1e4e4bd-c838-418d-8901-2ed6befa52fb?fingerprint=ppb20251217014650" alt="IMG 4610" width="183" height="244" style="width:183px;height:244px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/0674864d-1211-4e12-ab95-f9942e1a3ebe?fingerprint=ppb20251217013037" alt="IMG 1472" width="182" height="242" style="width:182px;height:242px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/812c07c7-42de-4f2c-953b-eae671d7523c?fingerprint=ppb20251217014207" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014516" 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;">DatestoRemember</h2>Wednesday, September 3 - First day of classesTuesday, September 30 - Orange Shirt Day - National Day for Truth and ReconciliationOctober 1, 6, 14 - Cross contry racesOctober 3 - 4/5/ and 7/8 - Gould Lake tripOctober 8 - Open House, wear your school colours day - Green and Gold DayOctober 9 - Small Schools Soccer tournamentFriday, October 10 - PA DayMonday, October 13 - ThanksgivingOctober 16 - Grade 7/8 ImmunizationsNovember 7 - Class Photos <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?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"><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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="387" height="553" style="width:387px;height:553px;display:inline-block">

2025-09-27 13:14:33.013 +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

Prince Charles Public School Weekly Family Update Copy Copy

<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Panther Post - September 19</h2><img src="/images/cee1f852-d4bd-4b47-825a-7fea30235982?fingerprint=ppb20251217014921" 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,It was a great week at PCPS. Students and staff have all settled in their new classes and routines. Cross Country and Soccer are underway.Next week, we will have our Terry Fox Walk, Run and Roll Event on Thursday, september 25th at 2:30 pm. Family members are invited to join us. Our goal is to raise at least $400. We can accomplish this if every student and staff member brings a twoonie for Terry's cancer research foundation.Scott Ryan has volunteered to coach our junior coed soccer team. I will be the staff assistant coach. Practices next week will be Monday and Wednesday from 3:40 - 4:40. Please pick your child up at that time.Every final Friday of the month is Fancy Friday. Students are invited to wera their glitter and glam.Have a great weekend.Mary Jane JarvisAt Prince Charles Public School, we care about you. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"> </h2><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">PCPS School Nutrition Program Survey</h2>The quiz PCPS Nutrition Program is now available and will take you 2 minutes to complete. Please be sure to submit it by Sep 18, 2025.Thank you!<a href="https://forms.office.com/r/XFWsvXcgki" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://forms.office.com/r/XFWsvXcgki</a> <hr> <img src="/images/cf970d35-35ed-4261-b245-0f35fd510c81?fingerprint=ppb20251217014921" alt="thumbnail TRC" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr> <img src="/images/94a07183-d2ff-4a3d-93bd-a3ff11257fee?fingerprint=ppb20251217014357" alt="thumbnail KNCLN Maawnjiding 2025 Resized" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr><img src="/images/632a29e7-e058-4b56-9c54-67db8fd6ae66?fingerprint=ppb20251217013923" alt="Screenshot 2025 09 11 151737" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"> </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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014056" alt="IMG 4894" width="184" height="245" style="width:184px;height:245px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/b1e4e4bd-c838-418d-8901-2ed6befa52fb?fingerprint=ppb20251217014650" alt="IMG 4610" width="183" height="244" style="width:183px;height:244px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/0674864d-1211-4e12-ab95-f9942e1a3ebe?fingerprint=ppb20251217013037" alt="IMG 1472" width="182" height="242" style="width:182px;height:242px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/812c07c7-42de-4f2c-953b-eae671d7523c?fingerprint=ppb20251217014207" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014516" 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;">DatestoRemember</h2>Wednesday, September 3 - First day of classesTuesday, September 30 - Orange Shirt Day - National Day for Truth and ReconciliationSeptember 25 -Terry Fox Walk October 3 - 4/5/ and 7/8 - Gould Lake tripOctober 8 - Open House October 9 - Small Schools Soccer tournamentFriday, October 10 - PA DayMonday, October 13 - ThanksgivingOctober 16 - Grade 7/8 ImmunizationsNovember 7 - Class Photos <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?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"><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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="387" height="553" style="width:387px;height:553px;display:inline-block">

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