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Family Update - June 26, 2026

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dear Families,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The end of another school year! We are so proud of all our Hawks and their many accomplishments this year.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We would like to congratulate Ms. Vogelzang on her retirement. We are grateful for your contributions to public education and wish you all the best in this next chapter!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We would also like to congratulate Ms. Conner on her new position at Bayridge and Amherstview and Ms. Burrows on her new position at Amherstview and Storrington.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wishing you all a wonderful summer, </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ms. Jurkowski and Ms. Neale on behalf of the HPS Team </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/d9a8d9d5-2698-453d-9c14-fae680a434d9?fingerprint=ppb20260626121442" alt="IMG 1389" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><u><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tentative School Organization for 2026-27</strong></b></u></h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">JK/SK - Ms. Hackett/Ms. Crocker</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">JK/SK - Ms. McCullough/Ms. Embury</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 1 - Ms. Smith</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 1/2 - Ms. Devlin</span></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 2/3 - Ms. Abbott</span></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 2/3 - Ms. Hendry</span></li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 3/4 - Ms. Gerics</span></li><li value="8" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 4/5 - Ms. Kelly</span></li><li value="9" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 4/5 - Ms. Harding</span></li><li value="10" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 5/6 - Ms. Pond, Ms. Pixley, Mme Alikhan</span></li><li value="11" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 6/7 - Mr. Palmer</span></li><li value="12" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 7/8 - Mr. Paul</span></li><li value="13" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 7/8 - Ms. Bly</span></li><li value="14" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 7/8 French Immersion - Mme Phillips and Ms. Pixley</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Educational Assistants: Ms. Hope, Ms. Lafrance and Ms. VanDyk</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Core French: Mme Clarke, Mme Alikhan and Mme Phillips</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Planning Time: Ms. Pixley, Mme Alikhan, Vacancy</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Student Support Teachers: Ms. Neale and Ms. Pond</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Student Support Counselor: Ms. Forkes</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please note that this organization is tentative and based on projected enrolment. This organization may change based on actual enrolment numbers in September.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Classroom placements will be shared with families ahead of the first day of school via email.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Special Shoutout</span></u></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A big thank you to Lori Galligan for her time and energy to beautify the front garden! We appreciate your hard work - the garden looks amazing!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Kingston Frontenac Library Summer Reading Program</span></u></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/24156954-973c-4d68-b029-fe59a3a2768f?fingerprint=ppb20260623160812" alt="2E157752 8462 439C BB32 AD5C3A26AEEC" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Register here: </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fow.ly%2FsRoS50Za9bX&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cjurkowskisd%40limestone.on.ca%7C31070310a4dd4528652008ded14129a5%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639178274993441965%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=80RKepTtufUlWmFmMRFy%2BzJ8essdFzNCCXQOcoDXZdk%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" title="Original URL: https://ow.ly/sRoS50Za9bX. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://ow.ly/sRoS50Za9bX</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Free Summer Scavenger Hunt through the South Frontenac Museum </span></u></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Are you ready to have fun and learn about some historical sites within South Frontenac? Families are invited to take part in the South Frontenac Museum’s Scavenger hunt. You will have most of the summer to complete it and any time between now and August 22 you may visit the museum and hand in your completed forms and receive your certificate! Please find more information at the link below.</span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="6310e2e9-3e85-41e2-afd9-305152432070"></ie-document></h3><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">2026/27 Medical Forms</span></u></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A reminder that the LDSB requires medical forms to be completed each school year for medical conditions as well as medications taken at school. In order to make access to these forms easier for families, we have included them on our website. They can be found under the "Our School" tab, </span><a href="https://harrowsmith.limestone.on.ca/medical-forms" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Medical forms.</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><hr><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/bf480946-2ea0-47c4-9c44-ecda4f99aec2?fingerprint=ppb20260609150006" alt="2026 2027 LDSB Calendar 2026 2027 (1)" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></p>
2026-06-26 12:17:55.143 +0000 UTC
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Family Update - June 19, 2026

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dear Families,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wishing you all a wonderful weekend. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ms. Jurkowski and Ms. Neale on behalf of the HPS Team </span></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><u><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Coming Up/Dates for Awareness</strong></b></u></h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 23rd - Grade 8 Graduation</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 24th - Kinder Water Day Picnic (Fire Trucks on site)</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 24th - Report Cards Go Home</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 25th - Last Day of School for 2025 2026</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A reminder that there is no Gino's or Subway this week.</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">2026/27 Medical Form</span></u></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A reminder that the LDSB requires medical forms to be completed each school year for medical conditions as well as medications taken at school. In order to make access to these forms easier for families, we have included them on our website. They can be found under the "Our School" tab, </span><a href="https://harrowsmith.limestone.on.ca/medical-forms" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Medical forms.</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><u><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Safety at School - Please check in at the Office</strong></b></u></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">For the safety and security of all students, we kindly remind parents and caregivers that they are </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">not permitted in the hallways during school hours</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. If you need to pick up your child, drop something off, or speak with someone at the school, please </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">check in at the main office</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> and our staff will be happy to assist you. Thank you for helping us maintain a safe and welcoming environment for everyone.</span></p><hr><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/bf480946-2ea0-47c4-9c44-ecda4f99aec2?fingerprint=ppb20260609150006" alt="2026 2027 LDSB Calendar 2026 2027 (1)" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></p>
2026-06-19 14:39:14.659 +0000 UTC
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Family Update - June 12, 2026

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dear Families,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wishing you all a wonderful weekend.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ms. Jurkowski and Ms. Neale on behalf of the HPS Team </span></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><u><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Coming Up/Dates for Awareness</strong></b></u></h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 15th - Gino's lunches</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 16th - French Immersion Orientation for 26/27 students</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 16th - Ms Gerics' and Ms Kelly's classes to Queen's Sports Day</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 18th - Subway lunches</span></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 19th - Milkshake Day</span></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 23rd - Grade 8 Graduation</span></li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 24th - Kinder Water Day Picnic (Fire Trucks on site)</span></li><li value="8" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 24th - Report Cards Go Home</span></li><li value="9" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 25th - Last Day of School for 2025 2026</span></li></ul><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;"><u><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Family Fun Fair Thank You! </strong></b></u></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">What an incredible event! We want to acknowledge the incredible work of our School Council. Planning an event like this is no easy feat. Every detail was well thought out and organized - basket and silent auction, food, games, inflatables. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We also appreciate all of the support from our community. It was truly wonderful to see families laughing and enjoying the event. What a beautiful way to bring people together! </span></p><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><u><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Track &amp; Field </strong></b></u></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are very proud of our Hawks for their Track and Field performance at both Regionals &amp; Districts and for their effort and sportsmanship! Congratulations to all of our athletes for a great Track &amp; Field season!</span></p><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">2026/27 Medical Form</span></u></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A reminder that the LDSB requires medical forms to be completed each school year for medical conditions as well as medications taken at school. In order to make access to these forms easier for families, we have included them on our website. They can be found under the "Our School" tab, </span><a href="https://harrowsmith.limestone.on.ca/medical-forms" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Medical forms.</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><hr><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/c8d00511-2cae-466a-807c-b73a6b036674?fingerprint=ppb20260603131651" alt="2026 05 20 extreme heat newsletter elementary" width="451" height="751" style="width:451px;height:751px;display:inline-block"><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></p><hr><p class="editor-paragraph"><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><figure><a href="https://girlsinclimestone.formstack.com/forms/2026_summer_day_camp_registration" title="Screenshot 2026 06 09 112550"><img src="/images/8db20b49-e8f2-49ae-ab8d-6c960499806d?fingerprint=ppb20260609160004" alt="Screenshot 2026 06 09 112550" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a></figure></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></p><hr><p class="editor-paragraph"><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;"><u><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Safety at School - Please check in at the Office</strong></b></u></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">For the safety and security of all students, we kindly remind parents and caregivers that they are </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">not permitted in the hallways during school hours</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. If you need to pick up your child, drop something off, or speak with someone at the school, please </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">check in at the main office</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> and our staff will be happy to assist you. Thank you for helping us maintain a safe and welcoming environment for everyone.</span></p><hr><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/bf480946-2ea0-47c4-9c44-ecda4f99aec2?fingerprint=ppb20260609150006" alt="2026 2027 LDSB Calendar 2026 2027 (1)" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></p>
2026-06-12 19:20:38.203 +0000 UTC
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Welcome to Harrowsmith Public School, home of the HAWKS: Honesty, Attitude, Work, Knowledge, and Spirit! Harrowsmith Public School serves students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 8. Our students come from the rural area located around the village of Harrowsmith. Our boundaries are from Florida Rd in the South, to Boyce Rd/Holleford Rd in the North, to Boundary/Loughborough Rd to the East, and to Boundary Rd to the West. Students are mostly bussed to the school. Some of our French Immersion Grade 7 and 8 students come from further North and West.

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Invitation for Applications External Members for the Audit Committee

<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Limestone District School Board is seeking community members with strong financial expertise and business acumen to serve as external members of its Audit Committee for a three‑year term beginning September 2026.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Audit Committee consists of three Trustees and two independent community members. Its mandate is to assist the Board of Trustees in fulfilling its governance and oversight responsibilities. Key areas of responsibility include:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Oversight of the financial reporting process</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Review of the internal control framework</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Monitoring risk management practices</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Evaluation of the performance of internal and external auditors</span></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ensuring compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Committee meets three times per year. Orientation materials are provided to support new members in understanding the role and responsibilities of audit committees within the school board sector.</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Candidate Eligibility</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Applicants must meet the following criteria:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Demonstrated experience in accounting, senior financial management, or relevant business fields, with the ability to understand public‑sector accounting and auditing standards.</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Must not be a current employee or officer of the Limestone District School Board or any other district school board or school authority.</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Must not have a parent, child, or spouse currently employed by the Limestone District School Board.</span></li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">How to Apply</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Qualified candidates are invited to submit a letter of interest and résumé by </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">4:00 p.m. on August 24, 2026</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> to:</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Roger Richard</strong></b><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Acting Executive Superintendent of Corporate and Staff Services</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">220 Portsmouth Ave.</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Kingston, ON &nbsp;K7M 0G2</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">E-mail: </span><a href="mailto: rrichard@limestone.on.ca" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">rrichard@limestone.on.ca</strong></b></a></p>
2026-07-23 14:17:54.875 +0000 UTC
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New Digital Tools Informed Notice Available

<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone District School Board uses a variety of digital tools to support student learning, communication, and school operations. A new </span><a href="/documents/1e89801e-5ebd-4673-ad1b-b3a08a9e7451/2026-06-29-Digital-Tools-Informed-Notice.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20260629183742" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Digital Tools Informed Notice </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(PDF)</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> is now available, providing families with information about how personal information may be collected and used through approved digital tools, the safeguards in place to protect privacy, and the board’s commitment to secure and responsible technology use. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">More information on the Limestone District School Board </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/privacy" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Privacy webpage</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. </span></p>
2026-06-29 18:41:31.903 +0000 UTC
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Message to Families - June 25, 2026

<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dear Families,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As we reach the final day of the school year, I want to take a moment to thank you for your continued support and partnership. It has been a year filled with learning, growth, and many memorable experiences for students across the district.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">I have a few updates to share with you as we conclude the 2025-2026 school year:</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Resources to Support Continued Learning During the Summer</strong></b><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As we head into the summer months, there are many </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Ftrack.spe.schoolmessenger.com%2Ff%2Fa%2F3z3kwibBUGYnDmTDBf90Tw~~%2FAAAAARA~%2FmfsLb_bqpJ79UtI2pfKPphb0DE11EXylq6olU5R1Eev9XrQd6dF_l3P0OvwJJTCFpd7XaUBA8YGjgO2cXQyFXlt_IjlaX0VJ_yT3zam3W5wNzNvbfSfH6u5WoP9CWzYSRGtWlEMnhhaU2lso3jYZM3z3Q6mEFn3XRXpdGmNlsLi2cxRXkV6DLZ6o8Kv1bCMt&amp;data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C585ea97be03c4d196aff08ded2f2a634%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639180136847950625%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=h5%2BaY4JhJoKZmK6P%2FfkFBn74KLtjchyWA953iJhgjlQ%3D&amp;reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">free resources available on the Limestone website</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> to help your student practice skills, explore new interests, and stay connected to learning. Topics include digital literacy, cyber security, math, literacy, and mental health.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Changes to Secondary Assessment and Evaluation (Beginning 2026-2027)</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Earlier this week, the Ministry of Education </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Ftrack.spe.schoolmessenger.com%2Ff%2Fa%2FR1nfuciNXIx6o1Man-mE5g~~%2FAAAAARA~%2FfEpd2GmwP3JNPFCjXjY9FqqwDe_z1NneYsmu5aYB7lWTW1-fmgAGdHlzgM1MqGVUC4xW3U68oW7vlCKDfvzAc07A4DY5TRkckHJNF5SUXJ0WYjK0Wv8xN8dLVWr2rMrjNxKU_-MY7Lajd8U-YzazPR9zMb6RRzIAO6tPQkkvNBzqFMJM-XtrLLAmxgLuXeKX1IZZWxymfqDPdw-H_1ohSCMD0Bp_T180CS4Xc5dShqv85fzvjnLXjj069a-d6DHc&amp;data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C585ea97be03c4d196aff08ded2f2a634%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639180136847989827%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=a%2Bpbnoqk26fuA1XiJbrrAee2k820c6MUuOVgyqWB4lk%3D&amp;reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">shared an update about upcoming changes that will affect how student learning is assessed and evaluated in secondary schools</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> (Grades 9 to 12), starting in the 2026-2027 school year.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">These </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Ftrack.spe.schoolmessenger.com%2Ff%2Fa%2FR1nfuciNXIx6o1Man-mE5g~~%2FAAAAARA~%2FfEpd2GmwP3JNPFCjXjY9FqqwDe_z1NneYsmu5aYB7lWTW1-fmgAGdHlzgM1MqGVUC4xW3U68oW7vlCKDfvzAc07A4DY5TRkckHJNF5SUXJ0WYjK0Wv8xN8dLVWr2rMrjNxKU_-MY7Lajd8U-YzazPR9zMb6RRzIAO6tPQkkvNBzqFMJM-XtrLLAmxgLuXeKX1IZZWxymfqDPdw-H_1ohSCMD0Bp_T180CS4Xc5dShqv85fzvjnLXjj069a-d6DHc&amp;data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C585ea97be03c4d196aff08ded2f2a634%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639180136848057310%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=xwxXegVFcBhzRGlr4X%2FTcYzJQU%2BdivYcYUFwfhjMN%2Fs%3D&amp;reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">provincial changes </span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">are intended to create a more consistent approach to assessment and evaluation across Ontario and to support student achievement and future pathways.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">What this means for students and families:</strong></b></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Most secondary courses will include a written final exam as part of the final grade.</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A student’s final grade will reflect:</span><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">classroom learning and assignments</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">final evaluations (such as exams or culminating tasks)</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">attendance and participation in class</span></li></ul></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Excused absences will not negatively impact a student’s grade.</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Some courses (such as co-op, guidance, and certain open or workplace courses) will continue to use projects or other types of final assessments instead of a formal exam.</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Secondary families can review the updates on the </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Ftrack.spe.schoolmessenger.com%2Ff%2Fa%2FR1nfuciNXIx6o1Man-mE5g~~%2FAAAAARA~%2FfEpd2GmwP3JNPFCjXjY9FqqwDe_z1NneYsmu5aYB7lWTW1-fmgAGdHlzgM1MqGVUC4xW3U68oW7vlCKDfvzAc07A4DY5TRkckHJNF5SUXJ0WYjK0Wv8xN8dLVWr2rMrjNxKU_-MY7Lajd8U-YzazPR9zMb6RRzIAO6tPQkkvNBzqFMJM-XtrLLAmxgLuXeKX1IZZWxymfqDPdw-H_1ohSCMD0Bp_T180CS4Xc5dShqv85fzvjnLXjj069a-d6DHc&amp;data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C585ea97be03c4d196aff08ded2f2a634%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639180136848127352%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=eJBt6gMoFkaNIwwPFIvIXZpgTNm44AUlAjfngdFb%2FeQ%3D&amp;reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ministry of Education website</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">These changes will come into effect for the 2026-27 school year. Over the coming months, Limestone staff will be reviewing and updating course outlines, assessment practices, and supporting resources to ensure alignment with the new provincial requirements.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Food Sharing Project Update</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">During the 2025-2026 school year, The Food Sharing Project supported every LDSB school by providing nutritious food and resources to students each day. On average, more than 14,000 meals and snacks were served each week, over 530,000 throughout the year, with weekly food orders reaching approximately $17,500.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are grateful to the dedicated staff who make these programs possible, and to The Food Sharing Project for continuing to support student well-being across LDSB. This support is increasingly important as many families continue to face food insecurity. The Food Sharing Project is launching their </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Ftrack.spe.schoolmessenger.com%2Ff%2Fa%2F_HKAVGjSjDHM9B807yabng~~%2FAAAAARA~%2FXabZV0PurIbEHgj9zXstZSSWWSe8O0CIRJeWJSTeC-LXh8HfFlfYKhWRH5F5u8favJvIYZrj3RUOaWsdYf2pbFN-u70A9H7CWlMEjVcBRyarW6Eo0p22RTHQeaAgMvIBus9qE3Sj4XrSDrPYaows9JYbgFcUFfAsansO4B5CBxI~&amp;data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C585ea97be03c4d196aff08ded2f2a634%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639180136848189946%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=6jEFXRKdqaiVE56i8B3EH%2BYsumahkPWE%2BOp2dPIW9lk%3D&amp;reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">“Nine Cents is Nonsense” campaign</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, advocating for support from government to increase the funding provided. </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Ftrack.spe.schoolmessenger.com%2Ff%2Fa%2F_HKAVGjSjDHM9B807yabng~~%2FAAAAARA~%2FXabZV0PurIbEHgj9zXstZSSWWSe8O0CIRJeWJSTeC-LXh8HfFlfYKhWRH5F5u8favJvIYZrj3RUOaWsdYf2pbFN-u70A9H7CWlMEjVcBRyarW6Eo0p22RTHQeaAgMvIBus9qE3Sj4XrSDrPYaows9JYbgFcUFfAsansO4B5CBxI~&amp;data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C585ea97be03c4d196aff08ded2f2a634%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639180136848222179%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=it9d%2FQGquDhvRkZumrbT6tmXXXL6dcyMh%2FsUZ%2BQauOk%3D&amp;reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">For more information about the Food Sharing Project, their campaign, and/or to donate, please visit their website.</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Reminder: Tri-Board Transportation: School Bus Information for the 2026-2027 School Year</strong></b><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School bus information for the 2026-2027 school year will be available to families in July through the </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Ftrack.spe.schoolmessenger.com%2Ff%2Fa%2Fzf28OeJNLbn7i-2DznWNhQ~~%2FAAAAARA~%2FSmCMyVe9oTOvkE2I8uhAT8ZInr63AXhBWGdTMvHGDDqcxXx_AZDMsHK7DjGXm_FLM_X4jpDWvMbAqeMyYicVl00_IsjAhaZaQVv48dJt6gbbeqm2rH1DMPPkhGvIF9mgMLgBITYxnZ6vaz-NGIln2w~~&amp;data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C585ea97be03c4d196aff08ded2f2a634%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639180136848246769%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=Yigj6cbSBfN2H8xSkk6rPMgV%2FyJd2TUyHQpp2jyqjIw%3D&amp;reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tri-Board Student Portal</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">New students, as well as those with a change of address or school</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, must apply online by August 5 to ensure transportation is in place for the first day of school. Please visit </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Ftrack.spe.schoolmessenger.com%2Ff%2Fa%2FEtIdjN5c0F6LskTx_JcfBw~~%2FAAAAARA~%2F1_bymHvQKvO4eF5ZMnUmDPmq-I1LZaK1n8fa6GmQ99HrxRKZVyofjYCoiot9gDWeFuVTs0xJjayHPDfpzkeZLytFaIdjr-VcHhnDy-io64qTpLraTlVFSTEZHK9Zg_fT&amp;data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C585ea97be03c4d196aff08ded2f2a634%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639180136848269594%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=Kn0Y5kW9blF4S1uvdtpYzvw2FFvpX%2BmgdJYdBzilJYo%3D&amp;reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">triboard.ca</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> to apply for transportation and to access your student(s)’ busing details for September.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">First Day of School for the 2026-2027 School Year</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A reminder that the first day of school for the upcoming school year is Tuesday, September 1, 2026, which is a P.A. Day. </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We will welcome students back on Wednesday, September 2, 2026.</strong></b><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As we close another school year, I wish all Limestone students, families, and staff a safe, restful, and enjoyable summer. Thank you again for your partnership and support — we look forward to welcoming students back in September.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Krishna Burra</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">CEO/Director of Education</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone District School Board</span></p>
2026-06-25 19:50:08.286 +0000 UTC
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Land Acknowledgement

The Limestone District School Board is situated on the traditional territories of the Anishinaabek and Haudenosaunee. We acknowledge their enduring presence on this land, as well as the presence of Métis, Inuit, and other First Nations from across Turtle Island. We honour their culture and celebrate their commitment to this land.