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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&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C585ea97be03c4d196aff08ded2f2a634%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639180136847950625%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=h5%2BaY4JhJoKZmK6P%2FfkFBn74KLtjchyWA953iJhgjlQ%3D&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&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C585ea97be03c4d196aff08ded2f2a634%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639180136847989827%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=a%2Bpbnoqk26fuA1XiJbrrAee2k820c6MUuOVgyqWB4lk%3D&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&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C585ea97be03c4d196aff08ded2f2a634%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639180136848057310%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=xwxXegVFcBhzRGlr4X%2FTcYzJQU%2BdivYcYUFwfhjMN%2Fs%3D&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;"> </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&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C585ea97be03c4d196aff08ded2f2a634%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639180136848127352%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=eJBt6gMoFkaNIwwPFIvIXZpgTNm44AUlAjfngdFb%2FeQ%3D&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~&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C585ea97be03c4d196aff08ded2f2a634%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639180136848189946%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=6jEFXRKdqaiVE56i8B3EH%2BYsumahkPWE%2BOp2dPIW9lk%3D&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~&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C585ea97be03c4d196aff08ded2f2a634%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639180136848222179%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=it9d%2FQGquDhvRkZumrbT6tmXXXL6dcyMh%2FsUZ%2BQauOk%3D&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~~&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C585ea97be03c4d196aff08ded2f2a634%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639180136848246769%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Yigj6cbSBfN2H8xSkk6rPMgV%2FyJd2TUyHQpp2jyqjIw%3D&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&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C585ea97be03c4d196aff08ded2f2a634%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639180136848269594%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Kn0Y5kW9blF4S1uvdtpYzvw2FFvpX%2BmgdJYdBzilJYo%3D&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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Grizzly News June 21-27
<p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/9ea48de4-b279-4d0e-bac2-75c4cdbcec62?fingerprint=ppb20260211185502" alt="Glenburnie Public School" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/70168bb6-8182-45ab-a99f-21b86a6b7955?fingerprint=ppb20260521172731" alt="Tick Awareness" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Special Note</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Hello Grizzly Families,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please scroll to the end of this document to see some photos from around the school. You may notice that not all students are included in these pictures. This may be because some students prefer not to have their photo taken, or because families have indicated “no” to photo sharing on social media through the student registration or verification form. If you would like to review or update your child’s photo permissions, please feel free to contact the office — we’d be happy to help.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/fa66400b-2504-44bb-ad13-0eee348c2730?fingerprint=ppb20260402191419" alt="Playground Structure" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Exciting School Yard Improvements Coming to Glenburnie!</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are excited to share a look at the upcoming improvements to our school yard — including a dedicated kindergarten play space and enhanced outdoor areas for all students. The photo above (pirate flags will be removed and a shade canopy added) is just one of our new additions to our yard for September!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our kindergarten students will benefit from a </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">separate, thoughtfully designed outdoor space</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> that supports play, exploration, and early learning. This area will include sand play, natural elements such as logs and stumps for balancing and climbing, a playhouse for imaginative play, and an outdoor learning space with seating and a double-sided chalkboard. The design focuses on creating a safe, engaging environment tailored to the needs of our youngest learners.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Beyond the kindergarten area, we are enhancing the rest of the yard to better support play, learning, and physical activity for all students. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Highlights include:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Relocation of our existing (older) play structure to create additional play opportunities</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">New soccer fields and nets to support games and teamwork</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A rope climbing feature for active play</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Outdoor classroom spaces with seating and chalkboards</span></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">New tree planting to increase shade and natural green space</span></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Basketball areas with nets at different heights</span></li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Natural seating areas using logs and stone for gathering and socializing</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">These improvements are designed to create a more inclusive, engaging, and active outdoor environment for all of our students. We hope that everyone can spread the word about our school and how incredible we are! </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This an opportunity to learn about the unique cultures, traditions and experiences of First Nations, Inuit and Métis. It is a time to honour the stories, achievements and resilience of Indigenous Peoples.</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Coming Up 22-26 June </span></h2></p><table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 100%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Monday 22 June</strong></b></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Every Monday is Mickey Monday. Wear your Mickey Mouse attire</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">4:30 Grade 8 Graduation! </span></li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Congratulations to all our Grade 8's. Good luck in high school and remember, you will be missed!!!</span></h2></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tuesday 23June</strong></b></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Final Pancake Day!! Volunteers will be around during second nutrition break to distribute pancakes to any student that would like one. Please advise your child and your child's teacher if you do NOT want them to participate. Ingredients: flour, eggs, sugar, baking powder, butter, baking soda, salt, canola oil, buttermilk, and maple syrup. There will be a gluten free option available. Ingredients: water, brown rice flour, potato starch, corn flour, canola and/or soybean oil, tapioca starch, sugars (sugar, concentrated peach juice), chicory root inulin, potato flour, baking powder soy lechithin, natural flavour, salt.</span></li></ul></td></tr><tr style="height: 33px;"><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday 24 June</strong></b></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Paradiso Hot Lunch Day for those that ordered through LunchBox (see below for instructions on how to order)</span></li></ul></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday 25 June</strong></b></p></td></tr><tr style="height: 95px;"><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Last Day of School</strong></b></h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Second nutrition break - We may or may not have hot food this week. Volunteers will be distributing to classrooms, any food that we have left at the school. Please advise your child and your child's teacher if you do not want them to participate. At this time the Food Sharing Project program is not able to provide recipes.</span></li></ul></td></tr><tr style="height: 33px;"><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday 26 June</strong></b></p></td></tr><tr style="height: 75px;"><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Have a great summer everyone. See you in September.</span></h2></td></tr></tbody></table><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School Calendar for Next Year</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="b654028e-f090-43a2-9e16-cc6488990e1a"></ie-document></p></p><hr><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Stay Connected with School Council</strong></b></h2></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We encourage all Glenburnie families to follow our School Council Facebook page, </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Glenburnie School Council</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, for updates, meeting information, and community initiatives. You can follow the page here: </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F1bNQeFwaUP%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cmerkleyk%40limestone.on.ca%7Ca679cd96363f452e7eb208de6a4c2bd6%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639065072591397897%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=3txsPXjylxh81E4%2BiRol%2BBa6q6OcEm6vpNCwYdWnx1A%3D&reserved=0" target="_new" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://www.facebook.com/share/1bNQeFwaUP/</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Contact us by e-mail</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">: </span><a href="mailto: glenb.council@gmail.com" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">glenb.council@gmail.com</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School Council plays an important role in supporting our students and school, and this is a great way to stay informed about events, fundraising efforts, and opportunities to get involved. Thank you to our School Council for all that you do to support Glenburnie Public School!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Meetings</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. in the school library. All are welcome. Meeting dates are: 13 May, and 10 Jun. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Click here for the </span><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="4edefe58-1345-45d0-b554-1ab443cf47ef"></ie-document><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">notice.</span></p><hr><p class="editor-paragraph"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">How to Report an Absence</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="a84e1de8-9c7e-44af-ad60-9fb3461083e7"></ie-document><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Stay Connected</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">For multiple ways to keep updated about what is happening in the school please click on </span><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="3c82823a-bb8b-42b7-bf28-38c5c8d749cc"></ie-document></p></p><hr><p class="editor-paragraph"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Calling All Volunteers</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are looking for volunteers that would like to help out around the school. If you have a special skill set that you can offer or are willing to host any type of club (e.g. checkers, puzzles, embroidery, yo-yo, dance, singing, crafts, board games, skipping, yoga, knitting, crochet, colouring) we would love to have you join our Den. Our time frames are school days during recess 11:10-11:30 or 1:30-1:50.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Volunteers can be parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, siblings, or neighbours. A CPIC (vulnerable sector) is required only if providing direct supervision to students.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Heidi Carfa at 613-331-2852 if you are interested in helping in any way.</span></p></p><hr><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Upcoming Events</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Monday - Every Monday is Mickey Monday. Wear your Mickey Mouse attire </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday - Paradiso Hot Lunch Day for those that ordered through LunchBox (see below for instructions on how to order)</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday - Second nutrition break - Volunteers will visit classrooms to distribute "hot food" items donated by the Food Sharing Project. We never know what food option we will receive. Please advise your child and your child's teacher if you do not want them to participate. At this time The Food Sharing Project program is not able to provide recipes.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday - Domino's Pizza Day for those that ordered through LunchBox (see below for instructions on how to order) </span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June</span></h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mon 29 - Tri-Board Student Access Portal opens</span></li></ul><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">August</span></h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wed 5 - Tri-Board Bus Application Deadline</span></li></ul></p><hr><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Bringing Food Into the School</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Glenburnie Public School’s approach to food brought into the school is guided by Limestone District School Board Administrative Procedures and reflects our commitment to student well-being, equity, and high-quality learning environments.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">During the school day, our priority is learning. To support this, Glenburnie is continuing to move toward celebrations and special events that do not involve food being brought into the classroom. This approach helps maintain consistent routines, protects instructional time, and ensures that all students can participate fully and comfortably in shared experiences.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Celebrations that focus on connection rather than food—such as games, performances, creative activities, spirit days, or community-building experiences—support a strong sense of belonging and reflect our values of inclusion, dignity, and equity. These experiences allow every child to feel part of the moment in a meaningful way.</span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Reminder that our school is a Nut Aware School. Due to some very serious allergies, we ask that we be considered a NUT-FREE ZONE. No foods with peanuts or tree nuts should be consumed on school premises.</span></h3></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/029bf359-6e94-4823-be7f-9e87611952ae?fingerprint=ppb20260213155315" alt="Bus" width="100" height="66" style="width:100px;height:66px;display:inline-block;float:right"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tri-Board and Bus News</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><img src="/images/4d427977-bfcd-4e6d-a7e6-2c4a6e241b24?fingerprint=ppb20260211184730" alt="Bus Delays" width="424" height="400" style="width:424px;height:400px;display:inline-block;float:left"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Your child does not have to take the bus in order to sign-up for bus cancellation notifications</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="829d0096-572d-4ea0-b14c-3a64ec620b4d"></ie-document></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="51cfa371-c85a-4fca-a773-8da6f0602224"></ie-document></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="b5c5688b-4093-4f40-8b16-2cfbdfd0111c"></ie-document></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="f3eecaa2-408e-471c-a1dd-24f6837523d3"></ie-document></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="2da251e4-b26e-49f8-91b4-7fa66f86f7c7"></ie-document></p></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Music Lessons</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Private music lessons are available at the school each Tuesday & Thursday with Derek McGowan. Please contact Derek for further information at derekmcgowanmusic@gmail.com or 905-699-3121.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">FREE online math help for Ontario students in Grades 4-12</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">For further information please click </span><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="c3295f3c-88e1-4ac6-95e2-abb8086fa800"></ie-document></p></p><hr><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">How to Order Wednesday and Friday Hot Lunches</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="30f8679b-1c22-49c0-bc41-c243ba0de858"></ie-document></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School Swag</span></p></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Are you looking to purchase some school swag? If so, check out the merch at </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://trophiesgraphics.com/</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> then click the Custom E-Stores button and use the drop down menu to choose Glenburnie Public School.</span></p></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">BCG Early ON</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="ea2b4f6c-644d-4660-9a87-8615c591119b"></ie-document></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="5edcef3a-fbb4-4dfa-9e36-52c69c9ce2d4"></ie-document></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="cc2bf2b8-80c6-4106-80d0-2e83b4539269"></ie-document></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="14c1263b-aaae-4277-8488-922ffe8c77bf"></ie-document></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="53eb9ce8-7968-456c-bd2a-89c20e6d77e8"></ie-document></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="ec89b56d-006e-48e1-b863-d792cfb66759"></ie-document></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="9e80e951-d378-444e-b781-e58769fae6d6"></ie-document></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Maltby Centre Updates</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="094720b0-d125-4d2d-bf63-50dd2eea16ec"></ie-document><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="0a126702-1d71-4adc-9045-68f092bd5925"></ie-document><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="ddf7e546-2f9d-4ece-a4fc-11b964e69f04"></ie-document></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Summer Camps</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="d7a06651-8e4e-4dee-bade-999d935a72fb"></ie-document></p><hr><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Health Unit News</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="7e381f96-bb3e-407f-b742-4c078a779725"></ie-document></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="851f87c2-52c7-41d8-b70d-3da5cfa5404f"></ie-document></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="bc94effc-e1ca-4166-8011-876609706bff"></ie-document></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="f180cad8-c49b-4563-9a93-49b41cda26aa"></ie-document></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="ec7cf3af-c775-442e-8248-9934e9502f9e"></ie-document></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="1c299b02-f071-4fb2-9ba1-cb76251f2b02"></ie-document></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/e5e96937-55cb-4738-a27a-f690bef3e036?fingerprint=ppb20260225213600" alt="Health Unit (1)" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>
2026-06-19 19:45:25.301 +0000 UTC
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Message to Families- June 18, 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 move towards the last week of the 2025-2026 school year, I want to share a few important updates and reminders as we wrap up the year and begin looking ahead to September.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">2026-2027 School Year Budget</strong></b><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">At last night’s Regular Board Meeting, the Board of Trustees approved the Limestone District School Board’s 2026-2027 budget, prepared in accordance with Public Sector Accounting Board standards. The budget includes total revenues of $340.98 million and total expenditures of $345.76 million and is compliant with Ministry of Education requirements.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The full </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/budget_committee-1719463885020" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Budget Committee Agenda Package is available on the Limestone DSB website</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, along with a new resource, </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/budget___financial_statements" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Budget Overview </span><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">– Your Guide to Understanding School Board Funding</em></i><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> available on the LDSB Budget and Financial Statements webpage.</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Budget overview document provides a more visual summary of the budget with highlights.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Motion Passed by Board of Trustees</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Board of Trustees passed a motion at last night’s meeting recognizing the challenges present in many classrooms and their impact on students, frontline educators, and support staff. The motion directs the Chair to write to the Ministry of Education, the Minister of Education, the Premier, local MPPs, OPBSA, CODE, and union partners, requesting additional funding to support the hiring of more frontline staff and will highlight that Limestone annually spends approximately $10 million beyond provincial funding to support special education.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Reminder: P.A. Day – Friday, June 26, 2026</strong></b><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A reminder to families that Friday, June 26 is a P.A. Day and there are no classes for students.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">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://triboard.ca/student-portal/" 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://triboard.ca" 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;">Year-End Letter to Students and Parents from The Honourable Paul Calandra, Minister of Education and a Congratulations Letter from Edith Dumont, The Lieutenant Governor of Ontario</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As we move toward the end of the 2025-2026 school year, </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/news/year-end-letter-to-students-and-parents" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Honourable Paul Calandra, Ontario’s Minister of Education, has shared a message with students and families</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> to mark this occasion. We have also received a </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/news/congratulations-letter-from-edith-dumont-the-lieutenant-governor-of-ontario" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">congratulatory letter for the Class of 2026 from Edith Dumont, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you for your continued support throughout the school year. As we approach the final days of classes, we wish all students, families, and staff a positive end to the school year.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you,</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>
2026-06-18 20:00:01.681 +0000 UTC
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Board of Trustees Approves 2026–2027 School Year Budget
<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">At its regular meeting on June 17, 2026, the Limestone District School Board of Trustees approved a $340.5 million budget for the 2026–2027 school year. This is a deficit budget balanced through the use of reserve funds.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The approved budget complies with Ministry of Education requirements and includes:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Operating expenditures of $316.8 million, representing a $73,000 decrease compared to the previous year.</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Capital expenditures of $23.7 million, allocated to school condition improvements and renewal projects.</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The vast majority of the operating budget is directed to student instruction and relates directly to classroom support. Capital funding is used to fund school condition improvements and school renewal projects.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Board continues to face financial pressures in several key areas, including:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Special Education</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Staff Replacement</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Student Transportation</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Statutory Benefits</span></li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Resources</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">:</span></h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/cc327962-05b2-4cac-b89e-711e1e75ca27/2026-06-16-Budget-Overview.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20260623145224" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">2026-2027 Budget Overview</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> (PDF)</span></li></ul>
2026-06-18 13:49:18.755 +0000 UTC
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Year End Letter to Students and Parents
<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Honourable Paul Calandra, Minister of Education has shared a letter for students, parents and families: </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dear Students, Parents and Families,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">To our amazing students: well done on finishing another school year! This is a good time to celebrate everything you have accomplished over the past several months. You worked hard, took on challenges, learned new things and continued to grow. You should be proud of all you have achieved this year.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As you begin your summer break, take time to rest, explore your interests, and enjoy time with family and friends. However you choose to spend your summer, I hope you make the most of the months ahead.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">To the graduating Class of 2026, congratulations on reaching this important milestone. Graduation marks the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. Whether your next step is college, university, an apprenticeship, the workforce or another pathway, I wish you every success in the years ahead.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As families look ahead to September and the start of a new school year, there are a few things to keep in mind. Ontario schools will continue to focus on helping students build strong foundations in reading, writing and math while preparing them for success beyond the classroom. Students in elementary schools will learn from the same core materials and benefit from a revised Kindergarten curriculum focused on foundational literacy, math and science skills. In Grade 7 and 8, updated History courses will include new mandatory content on the history of Black Canadians.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In high schools, students in Grade 10 History will have new learning about Black history, the Holocaust and Holodomor. Students will also be required to demonstrate financial literacy as part of earning their high school diploma. To help provide clearer expectations and a more comprehensive picture of student achievement, high school students will complete written final exams during a dedicated exam period, and attendance and classroom participation will form part of their final grade. Together, these changes will help students stay engaged in their learning and be better prepared for life after graduation.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">I hope the summer ahead provides an opportunity to recharge and enjoy some well-earned time together. I wish you and your family a safe, happy and enjoyable summer.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Sincerely,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Honourable Paul Calandra Minister of Education</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><a href="/documents/1fba83f3-9f1b-4d60-a77c-3bc15cd094c8/Year-End-Letter-to-Students-and-Parents.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20260617152216" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Year End Letter to Students, Parents, and Families from The Honourable Paul Calandra, Minister of Education - English</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> (PDF)</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><a href="/documents/1466db2e-00ea-40f2-b63d-8d3f65d04a0d/Lettre-concernant-la-fin-de-l-ann-e-scolaire-l-intention-des-l-ves-et-des-parents.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20260617152354" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Year End Letter to Students, Parents, and Families from The Honourable Paul Calandra, Minister of Education - French</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> (PDF)</span></p>
2026-06-17 15:22:45.539 +0000 UTC
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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 July 17, 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 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>
2026-06-16 14:17:54.875 +0000 UTC
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Pride Month Recognition in Limestone
<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Limestone District School Board (LDSB) Education Centre, along with schools across the district, is recognizing Pride Month in the KFL&A region by flying the Progress Pride Flag for the remainder of the school year.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Government of Canada notes that the manner in which the Canadian flag is displayed is not governed by legislation. The guidelines provided are not mandatory for individuals or organizations but are intended to offer general direction.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">After consultation and clarification from Heritage Canada and communication with trustees, LDSB schools with only one flagpole will fly the Progress Pride flag under the Canadian flag for the balance of this school year. Limestone’s goal will be to increase the number of schools with more than one flagpole and/or the addition of yardarms to existing flagpoles to display more than the Canadian flag. Until this goal is achieved, we will fly the Progress Pride flag under the Canadian flag at sites with only one flagpole.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Displaying the Progress Pride Flag is a way for LDSB to show support for the 2SLGBTQ+ community. This recognition does not diminish our respect for Canada’s national flag; rather, it reflects our commitment to ensuring that all students, staff, and families feel welcomed, valued, and respected in Limestone schools.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Flying the Progress Pride Flag is one example of how LDSB demonstrates its inclusive culture. As a publicly funded school board, we have both a legal and moral responsibility to create learning environments where everyone can see themselves reflected and feel a sense of belonging.</span></p>
2026-06-11 15:42:36.469 +0000 UTC
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Free CPF Spring/Summer 2026 Virtual French Programs for Students
<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Canadian Parents for French Ontario is offering free virtual programs this summer. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Below you will find links taking you directly to each program, listed by Grade. Please choose the correct Grade level for your child and register. If you find that the Grade level is full, you are welcome to sign up on the </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-r%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208346715624%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=R9QwYhww4aP1UkE43cces9XdSo0Xg%2BeKPCifhZea7%2F0%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">WAITLIST FOR ALL GRADES</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></a></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Registration for Session 5: June 29 to July 10, 2026</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-y%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208346743708%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=YdbxWqKddSEJ1LikT%2F%2BdBJmRsOWRa%2FepJZZVrd3Btjw%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Senior Kindergarten</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-j%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208346773295%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=HuEqtbrN1eyAJJT8RKhCb8WbKa9NVw2hJ3GnY4z9uDY%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 1</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-t%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208346803838%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=xqRa3VsRVSYQSMYJHixg7cLOdCMcSThvFhLMlmduC04%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 2</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-i%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208346833260%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=N3PKOxCgbl%2FhUfWlA%2FrLmCEifnWwEf7UDCmLCOdn8dU%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 3</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-d%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208346861527%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=jk9sUsYOJZVHUx%2F6vq4HVN9cCUBnEddTyCpD%2F0fm8pw%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 4 </span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-h%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208346889084%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=zIQRwWU9Ln73kAtKwO2XPCib5Dy1GZ0gYuJeWU3tkyI%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 5</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-k%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208346924298%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=LxKk2SbwZ0d3QUQQ%2BebqbG0svVbuGlcB0tCrVF1Wil4%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 6</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-u%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208346952350%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=SFFqL0V8O7zhGkMquGOGRQ1NClrcIVsgoqRcy5idUp8%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 7</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-o%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208346976379%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=24IVMf3PWsZbD%2Foym%2F7P3RhK5WyRRblO3emadNIX1L0%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 8</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-b%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208346999327%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=6Za%2BC%2BGLAjquWvTkQQkFFQx7YNEd1rOWZQTaXuP5hhw%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grades 9-10</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-n%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208347019335%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=yfhKDjelasTkwr9H2qw291LG1wGxU4SNIvz8lXd07ws%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Waitlist for All Grades</span></a></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Registration for Session 6: July 13 to July 24, 2026</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-a%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208347042928%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=10v2gJP%2Bn3j01IN3kcuGLjYxaYHNpMf74a8PlyF8ldo%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Senior Kindergarten</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-f%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208347079143%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=qYK8gCM2X5%2BvUV3Da2my5lkM97Qjw8DwCqeqCg3xo%2FI%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 1</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-z%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208347127968%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=O8fAzrYqPtzTvGPpnE8E3s4rDBWpkVDi6%2F%2BOruyzneI%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 2</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· </span><a 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href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-yu%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208347369722%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Pxa2pR%2B6iFG9LOtJryod00ecYy5O9WihDCAXd6qogEI%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 11-12</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· </span><a 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Grizzly News June 7-20 2026
<p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/9ea48de4-b279-4d0e-bac2-75c4cdbcec62?fingerprint=ppb20260211185502" alt="Glenburnie Public School" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/70168bb6-8182-45ab-a99f-21b86a6b7955?fingerprint=ppb20260521172731" alt="Tick Awareness" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Special Note</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Hello Grizzly Families,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please scroll to the end of this document to see some photos from around the school. You may notice that not all students are included in these pictures. This may be because some students prefer not to have their photo taken, or because families have indicated “no” to photo sharing on social media through the student registration or verification form. If you would like to review or update your child’s photo permissions, please feel free to contact the office — we’d be happy to help.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/fa66400b-2504-44bb-ad13-0eee348c2730?fingerprint=ppb20260402191419" alt="Playground Structure" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Exciting School Yard Improvements Coming to Glenburnie!</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are excited to share a look at the upcoming improvements to our school yard — including a dedicated kindergarten play space and enhanced outdoor areas for all students. The photo above (pirate flags will be removed and a shade canopy added) is just one of our new additions to our yard for September!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our kindergarten students will benefit from a </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">separate, thoughtfully designed outdoor space</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> that supports play, exploration, and early learning. This area will include sand play, natural elements such as logs and stumps for balancing and climbing, a playhouse for imaginative play, and an outdoor learning space with seating and a double-sided chalkboard. The design focuses on creating a safe, engaging environment tailored to the needs of our youngest learners.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Beyond the kindergarten area, we are enhancing the rest of the yard to better support play, learning, and physical activity for all students. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Highlights include:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Relocation of our existing (older) play structure to create additional play opportunities</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">New soccer fields and nets to support games and teamwork</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A rope climbing feature for active play</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Outdoor classroom spaces with seating and chalkboards</span></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">New tree planting to increase shade and natural green space</span></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Basketball areas with nets at different heights</span></li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Natural seating areas using logs and stone for gathering and socializing</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">These improvements are designed to create a more inclusive, engaging, and active outdoor environment for all of our students. We hope that everyone can spread the word about our school and how incredible we are! </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This an opportunity to learn about the unique cultures, traditions and experiences of First Nations, Inuit and Métis. It is a time to honour the stories, achievements and resilience of Indigenous Peoples.</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Coming Up 8-12 June </span></h2></p><table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 100%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Monday 8 June</strong></b></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Every Monday is Mickey Monday. Wear your Mickey Mouse attire</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">National Best Friends Day</span></li></ul></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tuesday 9 June</strong></b></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">District Track and Field Meet. Please check your School Day account and the handout for further details.</span></li></ul></td></tr><tr style="height: 33px;"><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday 10 June</strong></b></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Paradiso Hot Lunch Day for those that ordered through LunchBox (see below for instructions on how to order)</span></li></ul></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday 11 June</strong></b></p></td></tr><tr style="height: 95px;"><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">11:30 - Grade 7/8 field trip with Mr. Teal. Check your School Day account for further information.</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Second nutrition break - Hot food donated by the Food Sharing Project. Volunteers will distribute food to classrooms. Please advise your child and your child's teacher if you do not want them to participate. At this time the Food Sharing Project program is not able to provide recipes.</span></li></ul></td></tr><tr style="height: 33px;"><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday 12 June</strong></b></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Domino's Pizza Day for those that ordered through LunchBox (see below for instructions on how to order) </span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Yearbook photo submissions due to Ms Jess</span></li></ul></td></tr></tbody></table><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Coming Up 15-19 June</span></h2></p><table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 100%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Monday 15June</strong></b></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Every Monday is Mickey Monday. Wear your Mickey Mouse attire</span></li></ul></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tuesday 16 June</strong></b></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday 17 June</strong></b></p></td></tr><tr style="height: 76px;"><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Beach Day - wear your beach attire.</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Paradiso Hot Lunch Day for those that ordered through LunchBox (see below for instructions on how to order)</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">2:00 Water Day. Be sure to bring your swim suit, sunscreen and a towel.</span></li></ul></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday 18 June</strong></b></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">10:30 Volunteer Tea. Everyone that volunteered for the school is invited to attend. Please RSVP to Heidi Carfa at 613-331-2852. We hope to see everyone there!</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Second nutrition break - Hot food donated by the Food Sharing Project. Volunteers will distribute food to classrooms. Please advise your child and your child's teacher if you do not want them to participate. At this time the Food Sharing Project program is not able to provide recipes.</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tri-Board Special Circumstance Bus Deadline</span></li></ul></td></tr><tr style="height: 33px;"><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday 19 June</strong></b></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Domino's Pizza Day for those that ordered through LunchBox (see below for instructions on how to order) </span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 8 Trip. Please check your School Day account for further details.</span></li></ul></td></tr></tbody></table><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/37f464da-91af-4bc3-b83f-fb651e6b2ad9?fingerprint=ppb20260603160009" alt="Yearbook Superhero's" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/f4f4fd2d-cda7-4d66-b1fc-340529f99f4a?fingerprint=ppb20260211185511" alt="School Council News" width="252" height="154" style="width:252px;height:154px;display:inline-block;float:left"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Stay Connected with School Council</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We encourage all Glenburnie families to follow our School Council Facebook page, </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Glenburnie School Council</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, for updates, meeting information, and community initiatives. You can follow the page here: </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F1bNQeFwaUP%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cmerkleyk%40limestone.on.ca%7Ca679cd96363f452e7eb208de6a4c2bd6%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639065072591397897%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=3txsPXjylxh81E4%2BiRol%2BBa6q6OcEm6vpNCwYdWnx1A%3D&reserved=0" target="_new" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://www.facebook.com/share/1bNQeFwaUP/</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Contact us by e-mail</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">: </span><a href="mailto: glenb.council@gmail.com" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">glenb.council@gmail.com</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School Council plays an important role in supporting our students and school, and this is a great way to stay informed about events, fundraising efforts, and opportunities to get involved. Thank you to our School Council for all that you do to support Glenburnie Public School!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Meetings</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. in the school library. All are welcome. Meeting dates are: 13 May, and 10 Jun. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Click here for the </span><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="4edefe58-1345-45d0-b554-1ab443cf47ef"></ie-document><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">notice.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/979be440-a9d4-4ec0-9aa7-46c88f2e05df?fingerprint=ppb20260520192639" alt="Fun Fair Poster" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><hr><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/621b750b-ece5-4635-be35-87322f82aab0?fingerprint=ppb20260223183123" alt="2026 Pancake Days" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">How to Report an Absence</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Click </span><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="a84e1de8-9c7e-44af-ad60-9fb3461083e7"></ie-document><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> for instructions.</span></p></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Stay Connected</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">For multiple ways to keep updated about what is happening in the school please click on </span><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="3c82823a-bb8b-42b7-bf28-38c5c8d749cc"></ie-document></p></p><hr><p class="editor-paragraph"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Volunteer Opportunities</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Volunteers can be parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, siblings, neighbours, or anyone you can find. A CPIC (vulnerable sector) is required if they will are providing direct one-on-one supervision to any students.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Do you have a </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">special skill that you could offer to our students</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">? We can host any type of club (e.g. checkers, puzzles, embroidery, yo-yo, dance, singing, crafts, skipping, yoga, colouring). You name it, we probably have some kids that would like it. Your club can be any size and any grades that you want. Our time frames are school days during recess 11:10-11:30 or 1:30-1:50. Time frames are up to you (e.g. every Tuesday in April at 1st recess - maximum 7 students).</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our Food Sharing Project provider is providing us with </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">lunches for our students</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. It will not be enough for a full lunch for students, just a little addition to their lunch. The menu will vary each week depending on what they have available. Some of the items may be quiche, soup, burrito bowls, mac & cheese etc... We are looking for volunteers that would be able to heat up, serve and clean-up afterwards. The food would be delivered on Wednesday so we would need volunteers for each Thursday starting about 11:30 to be ready for our kids by 1:10. If you are able to volunteer for one or all Thursdays, that would be great.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Heidi Carfa at 613-331-2852 if you are interested in helping in any way.</span></p></p><hr><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Upcoming Events</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Monday - Every Monday is Mickey Monday. Wear your Mickey Mouse attire </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday - Paradiso Hot Lunch Day for those that ordered through LunchBox (see below for instructions on how to order)</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday - Second nutrition break - Volunteers will visit classrooms to distribute "hot food" items donated by the Food Sharing Project. We never know what food option we will receive. Please advise your child and your child's teacher if you do not want them to participate. At this time The Food Sharing Project program is not able to provide recipes.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday - Domino's Pizza Day for those that ordered through LunchBox (see below for instructions on how to order) </span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June</span></h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Sun 21 - National Indigenous People's Day - </span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mon 22 - Grade 8 Graduation </span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tue 23 - Pancake Day - Volunteers will be around during second nutrition break to distribute pancakes to any student that would like one. Please advise your child and your child's teacher if you do NOT want them to participate. Ingredients: flour, eggs, sugar, baking powder, butter, baking soda, salt, canola oil, buttermilk, and maple syrup. There will be a gluten free option available. Ingredients: water, brown rice flour, potato starch, corn flour, canola and/or soybean oil, tapioca starch, sugars (sugar, concentrated peach juice), chicory root inulin, potato flour, baking powder soy lechithin, natural flavour, salt.</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thu 25 - Last Day of School - YAHOO! </span></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Fri 26 - PA Day </span></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mon 29 - Tri-Board Student Access Portal opens</span></li></ul><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">August</span></h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wed 5 - Tri-Board Bus Application Deadline</span></li></ul></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Library News</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our library is now up and running. A </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">huge</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> thank you to our volunteers for the hard work organizing this. Our library will also be run by our wonderful volunteers.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you have any school age, gently used books that you would like to donate to the school we will be happy to accept them.</span><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></p><hr><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Bringing Food Into the School</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Glenburnie Public School’s approach to food brought into the school is guided by Limestone District School Board Administrative Procedures and reflects our commitment to student well-being, equity, and high-quality learning environments.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">During the school day, our priority is learning. To support this, Glenburnie is continuing to move toward celebrations and special events that do not involve food being brought into the classroom. This approach helps maintain consistent routines, protects instructional time, and ensures that all students can participate fully and comfortably in shared experiences.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Celebrations that focus on connection rather than food—such as games, performances, creative activities, spirit days, or community-building experiences—support a strong sense of belonging and reflect our values of inclusion, dignity, and equity. These experiences allow every child to feel part of the moment in a meaningful way.</span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Reminder that our school is a Nut Aware School. Due to some very serious allergies, we ask that we be considered a NUT-FREE ZONE. No foods with peanuts or tree nuts should be consumed on school premises.</span></h3></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/029bf359-6e94-4823-be7f-9e87611952ae?fingerprint=ppb20260213155315" alt="Bus" width="100" height="66" style="width:100px;height:66px;display:inline-block;float:right"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tri-Board and Bus News</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><img src="/images/4d427977-bfcd-4e6d-a7e6-2c4a6e241b24?fingerprint=ppb20260211184730" alt="Bus Delays" width="424" height="400" style="width:424px;height:400px;display:inline-block;float:left"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Your child does not have to take the bus in order to sign-up for bus cancellation notifications</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Click here for: </span><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="829d0096-572d-4ea0-b14c-3a64ec620b4d"></ie-document></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Click here for: </span><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="51cfa371-c85a-4fca-a773-8da6f0602224"></ie-document></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Click here for: </span><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="b5c5688b-4093-4f40-8b16-2cfbdfd0111c"></ie-document></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Click here for: </span><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="f3eecaa2-408e-471c-a1dd-24f6837523d3"></ie-document></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Click here for: </span><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="2da251e4-b26e-49f8-91b4-7fa66f86f7c7"></ie-document></p></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Music Lessons</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Private music lessons are available at the school each Tuesday & Thursday with Derek McGowan. Please contact Derek for further information at derekmcgowanmusic@gmail.com or 905-699-3121.</span></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Kindergarten Registration is now Open</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 100%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(144, 158, 230); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Kindergarten is a wonderful new world of learning and growing. We learn how to read, how to write and we make so many new friends. Our educator teams help us along the way! You can feel confident your child will be cared for within safe and inclusive environments. </span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">For more information about what is required at time of registration, and to register a new student visit Limestone District School Board then </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/registration" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Register A Student. </span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> The Limestone District School Board is committed to your student’s development from Kindergarten to graduation. In Limestone Kindergarten classrooms, children are involved in many activities designed to help young learners explore, discover, play and grow. Kindergarten programs across Ontario offer a full day of learning for four and five year olds. We are unique in offering both English and French Immersion programs in both Year 1 (Junior) and Year 2 (Senior) Kindergarten.</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students may start school in September if they turn age four (Year 1 Kindergarten) or age five (Year 2 Kindergarten) by December 31 of that year. Those students who are already enrolled in Year 1 Kindergarten do not register again. We welcome new students looking to begin Year 1 or Year 2 to our schools year-round, but we encourage parents and guardians to pre-register children in February for the upcoming school year. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><a href="https://limestone.cmdesign.imagineeverything.com/discover_kindergarten" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Discover Kindergarten in Limestone</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> and learn more about our Kindergarten program, resources, and tips to help your student prepare for Kindergarten.</span></p></td></tr></tbody></table><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">FREE online math help for Ontario students in Grades 4-12</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">For further information please click </span><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="c3295f3c-88e1-4ac6-95e2-abb8086fa800"></ie-document></p></p><hr><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">How to Order Wednesday and Friday Hot Lunches</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">For instructions please click </span><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="30f8679b-1c22-49c0-bc41-c243ba0de858"></ie-document></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School Swag</span></p></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Are you looking to purchase some school swag? If so, check out the merch at </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://trophiesgraphics.com/</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> then click the Custom E-Stores button and use the drop down menu to choose Glenburnie Public School.</span></p></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">BCG Early ON</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">For further information on any of the following, please click the link.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="985ee1b5-0538-4586-9c4d-2c1618e9405f"></ie-document></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="28607b7c-dc62-4a64-82d9-d01412a7bf3f"></ie-document></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="34dbabc8-03d3-490b-b1b3-3c4ac63c11c5"></ie-document></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="7e09defa-45d4-4b8a-8b3c-bcc34d167812"></ie-document></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="ec89b56d-006e-48e1-b863-d792cfb66759"></ie-document></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Maltby Centre Updates</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please click here for </span><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="44d815c1-1380-4de9-b9da-7475626b3fb9"></ie-document></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please click here for</span><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="fbd0fa4d-46f0-4619-91a0-65b7c518371d"></ie-document></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please click here for</span><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="be11874f-5dd9-4c4e-9ac6-0e46e4823536"></ie-document></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Community Autism Services Navigation Initiate wants to hear from you. Please click </span><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="c27eb365-9b59-4dd0-b21a-b243ecd34b8b"></ie-document><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> to participate.</span></p><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Summer Camps</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="d7a06651-8e4e-4dee-bade-999d935a72fb"></ie-document></p><hr><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Health Unit News</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="7e381f96-bb3e-407f-b742-4c078a779725"></ie-document></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="851f87c2-52c7-41d8-b70d-3da5cfa5404f"></ie-document></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="bc94effc-e1ca-4166-8011-876609706bff"></ie-document></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="f180cad8-c49b-4563-9a93-49b41cda26aa"></ie-document></p></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/e5e96937-55cb-4738-a27a-f690bef3e036?fingerprint=ppb20260225213600" alt="Health Unit (1)" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/e9c96341-a9a4-454a-8d00-ed8b4a610f9d?fingerprint=ppb20260603200007" alt="Sunny Days" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/4e14fe62-90a2-4d37-82b0-fb93f39bc81a?fingerprint=ppb20260603200007" alt="80's90's Day" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/cd06e612-d757-4ddc-9afa-e4870556114e?fingerprint=ppb20260603200007" alt="Sibling 1 (1)" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/73060502-ec3a-4c14-8b79-7b15453471d7?fingerprint=ppb20260603200007" alt="Sibling 2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/4af3d135-e7e0-485c-b589-30191b01a54a?fingerprint=ppb20260603200007" alt="Sibling 3 (1)" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/9ef9b329-f7d5-4535-a95a-7844f1371a04?fingerprint=ppb20260603200007" alt="Sibling 4" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/06a1722c-1539-42d1-895d-f072811dc1d7?fingerprint=ppb20260603200007" alt="Siblings 5 (1)" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>
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Technical Advisory Group (TAG) - Seeking Expression of Interest
<h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Technical Advisory Group (TAG) is Seeking Expression of Interest</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Limestone District School Board is seeking expressions of interest from </span><a href="about:blank" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">individuals</span></a><a href="#_msocom_1" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">[EL1]</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> interested in joining the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Technical Advisory Group (TAG)</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> in support of the ongoing Student Census 2025 project.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The purpose of the Technical Advisory Group is to provide advice, perspectives, and recommendations related to the design of data collection methods, analysis, and the representation of results for LDSB’s Student Census. TAG plays a critical role in ensuring that multiple and diverse perspectives are applied to the interpretation of data, helping to minimize bias and strengthen the relevance and integrity of findings.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are seeking expressions of interest for the committee for the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">September 2026 to August 2028</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> term. </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We welcome expressions of interest from all members of the Limestone community, including those who can help us fill the following vacancies:</strong></b></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">One to two parents of a Limestone student(s) who is not an employee of the LDSB</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A Limestone school administrator</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">One or more Limestone secondary students</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">One community partner member who works alongside LDSB</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Experience in data collection, analysis, and/or reporting of identity‑based data is encouraged; however, individuals with a broad range of research or analysis backgrounds and/or lived experiences are encouraged to apply. In general, members of the TAG will be able to offer diverse perspectives and/or lived experiences including (but not limited to) anti-Black racism, anti-Indigenous racism, anti-Semitism, Ableism/Disabilities, Homophobia, Transphobia, Islamophobia, geographical diversity (e.g., urban, rural), and/or Poverty/Classism. An understanding of the </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ontario.ca%2Fdocument%2Fdata-standards-identification-and-monitoring-systemic-racism%23%3A~%3Atext%3DThe%2520Data%2520Standards%2520for%2520the%2Cdisparities%2520within%2520the%2520public%2520sector.&data=05%7C02%7Cclostlamberte%40limestone.on.ca%7C5bee4cf7e4cc40dd54f508dc81a8bca0%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638527810266554766%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=D0CCxdENPrqOG4zXI7WOtSL%2Bog%2FNwCUoOTpuPM5OkRQ%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="Original URL: https://www.ontario.ca/document/data-standards-identification-and-monitoring-systemic-racism#:~:text=The%20Data%20Standards%20for%20the,disparities%20within%20the%20public%20sector.. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Anti-Racism Data Standards</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> is an asset.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Members of the Technical Advisory Group contribute to meaningful, community‑informed research and participate in collaborative discussions that shape how Student Census data are understood and communicated.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please note that all members of the TAG are expected to complete the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Fundamentals of OCAP</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> training as a condition of their membership. This online course takes about 7 hours to complete, and costs are covered by the LDSB.</span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">How to express interest:</strong></b></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Individuals interested in joining TAG are invited to submit an expression of interest outlining relevant experience, perspectives, and interest in the work. Submissions will be reviewed to ensure a balance of skills, expertise, and lived experience.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Before expressing your interest, please review our </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student_census_technical_advisory_group" class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Terms of Reference.</strong></b></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">You can submit online </span><a href="https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Xxb04a7rgk2nPKDeWTgwvpUTVUJxSKlEvHFJaE4SO3ZUQjNGT083WkdNNFJNUksySk5FTjBZMVMzMi4u" class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">here</strong></b></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, or submit a paper copy, which are available at the board office (220 Portsmouth Ave) </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">by 11:59 pm on Friday June 12, 2026.</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The purpose of the Technical Advisory Group (TAG) is to give advice, opinions and make recommendations in the design of methods for secondary data analysis (e.g., determining disparities and disproportionalities among student outcomes based on identity) and representation of results (e.g., specifically how the information is reported and shared). Most importantly, the purpose of the TAG is to ensure that multiple perspectives are applied to the analysis of </span><a href="/cms/one.aspx" target="_blank" title="Student Census 2020" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Student Census </span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">data to minimize the risk of bias. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The TAG is comprised of members who offer diverse perspectives and/or lived experience including (but not limited to) anti-Black racism, anti-Indigenous racism, anti-Semitism, Ableism/Disabilities, Homophobia, Transphobia, Islamophobia, and/or Poverty/Classism. Members have experience in the collection, analysis, and reporting of identity-based data and will be receiving the </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffnigc.ca%2Focap-training%2Ftake-the-course%2F&data=04%7C01%7Chigheth%40limestone.on.ca%7Cc73ee6c2b18c4086640208d9f1576128%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C637806179854556235%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=cQ7gZeHBdsIi%2BpukOtJ9IVLCVBGKCLCCYAHXzFkSHkQ%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="Original URL: https://fnigc.ca/ocap-training/take-the-course/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Fundamentals of OCAP®</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> training.</span></p>
2026-05-29 15:58:02.236 +0000 UTC
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Message from the Director - May 28, 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;">It is hard to believe that we are already at the end of May, and the current school year only has four weeks remaining. This message is to communicate a reminder regarding the PA Day tomorrow, and to share some information regarding an upcoming information session for families. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Reminder – P.A. Day – Friday, May 29, 2026</strong></b><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A reminder that tomorrow, Friday, May 29, is a P.A. Day, and there will be no classes for students.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LDSB PIC – Guest Speaker: Paul Davis – Friday, June 5, 2026</strong></b><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The LDSB Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) invites parents, caregivers, and guardians to a free, informative, and engaging evening focused on helping families navigate the digital world. Topics will include:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Social media use</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Cyberbullying</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Online privacy</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Gaming and gambling</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Event details:</strong></b><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, June 5, 2026</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">5:30 to 7:00 p.m.</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LDSB Education Centre, 220 Portsmouth Avenue, Kingston</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This is a great opportunity to learn practical tips and strategies to help support your child online. Register for this free event online: </span><a href="https://bit.ly/PICPaulDavis2026" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">bit.ly/PICPaulDavis2026</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you, as always, for your continued partnership in supporting student success and well-being. We hope you and your family have a safe and enjoyable weekend.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Krishna Burra</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">CEO/Director of Education</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone District School Board</span></p>
2026-05-28 20:30:21.967 +0000 UTC
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