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The Prince Charles School Summer Update

<img src="/images/963cf934-cf18-489b-bef7-de3db1e5aaef?fingerprint=ppb20260123154943" alt="logo123" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/d5a402e8-499a-4318-98e4-9b89e0cc433f?fingerprint=ppb20260706133328" alt="Blue & White Colorful Simple Welcome Summer Card" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Dear Families,Hard to believe another school year has come to an end. The office is now closed, and will re-open the week of August 17th. Below please find some quick reference information you may find useful over the holidays and as you begin to think about September.As always please reach out if you have any questions, I do check and respond to e-mails over the summer.We wish you and your family a safe and wonderful summer break.Bill Dowling<img src="/images/acab8289-3b5f-431c-82dc-557a8a33fb98?fingerprint=ppb20260706140528" alt="2026 2027 LDSB Calendar 2026 2027" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2">TPCS STAFF/CLASSROOMS 2026/27</h2> Mrs. McKnight, Mrs. Shetler – Eng JK/SKEng SK/1 – Mrs. MorrowMrs. Kent – Eng Gr. 1Mrs. Tindale – Eng Gr. 2Eng 3/4 – Mrs. Ryan (Ms. Newton to begin the year)Mrs. Hendry – Eng Gr. 4/5Mrs. Benn – Eng. Gr. 6Mrs. Farren – Eng Gr. 6/7Mr. Clark – Eng Gr. 8Mme. Kish – Fr JK/SKMme. Bishop, Mme Sparkes – Fr JK/SKMme. Proulx, Mme. Lisa – Fr JK/SKMme. Horrocks – Fr. Gr. 1Mme. Gibbs – Fr Gr. 1/2Mme. MacDonald – Fr Gr. 2Mme. Mannell – Fr Gr. 2/3Mme. Madden – Fr Gr. 3/4Mme. Harris – Fr Gr. 4/5M. Heroux – Fr Gr. 5Mme. Backman – Fr Gr. 5/6Mme. Mills – Fr Gr. 7Mme. Pasternak – Fr Gr. 8Office StaffBill Dowling - PrincipalMeaghan Fairbairn - Vice PrincipalVeronica Maracle - Office AdministratorBrittany Brown - Office AssistantCustodial TeamHead Caretaker - Tom BreedenAfternoon Caretakers - Heather Ketcheson, Sebastian RamsayTPCS Support StaffKeelan LycettBrittany SkinnerLeah LatchfordJulie Conway-WilkinsonAmanda PringleShelley FenwickTeri Greenley <figure><a href="https://limestoneschools-my.sharepoint.com/:w:/g/personal/dowlingw_limestone_on_ca/IQB433f64tTvQY3pSyPZitOjAd6jqCVv8k6oqwGsLe3YOjM?e=5VClWY" target="_blank" title="Blue White and Red Colorful Chalk School Events Calendar Poster"><img src="/images/1531940d-f04a-4b3e-b5a9-6ce2167a19cb?fingerprint=ppb20260706135221" alt="Blue White and Red Colorful Chalk School Events Calendar Poster" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a></figure><figure><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fontario.tritoncanada.ca%2Fv%2Fpublic%2Flanding%2Fontarioprovincialpolice%2Fhome&data=05%7C02%7Cdowlingw%40limestone.on.ca%7C4bdd1457d32a4377d22f08dece08bac4%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639174734079099635%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=MA69rek12319Y2fKwEL3evVYtz4otkjgqE4SpjZoprU%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="TPCS SC2526 VSCreminder"><img src="/images/5c166ba5-af0e-49ac-959d-f9bb720193cf?fingerprint=ppb20260619152929" alt="TPCS SC2526 VSCreminder" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a></figure> <figure><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2FqzWrghsvV7NbA7GJA&data=05%7C02%7Cdowlingw%40limestone.on.ca%7Ce540a258513d4311a81d08decd431f61%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639173885400986335%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=%2Fzw7kT%2F63Gs4H9NjRaV1j8rJPx%2FxJrI5u2VpKp6iof4%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="TPCS Eo YRoundup"><img src="/images/301b3e1a-514e-4e65-84b8-449b11ce7ff4?fingerprint=ppb20260618144340" alt="TPCS Eo YRoundup" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a></figure> <img src="/images/f9870fda-0a20-4486-8c78-b591c52bc356?fingerprint=ppb20260120125807" alt="kinder" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><figure><a href="https://tpcsschoolcncl.start.page/" target="_blank" title="TPCS Council2526 (1)"><img src="/images/8d3d48f7-35a3-40d3-8b39-4ab3afd53d62?fingerprint=ppb20260206181207" alt="TPCS Council2526 (1)" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a></figure> <img src="/images/6573e647-ec85-4775-b9e0-24e5aab1c066?fingerprint=ppb20260423183412" alt="Beige Stay Safe Work From Home Instagram Post" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/c12e1937-5de7-49f0-ae6d-5f55f602af1c?fingerprint=ppb20260213134758" alt="Tri Board Deadline2026" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/d9afea80-df1d-4a14-aab8-924131c6651f?fingerprint=ppb20251217015010" alt="Colorful Minimalist Design Process Infographic Poster" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Daily Schedule </h2> <table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Time</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Activity/learning block</th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">7:50 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Yard supervision begins</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">8:10 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Entry bell</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">8:10 to 9:50 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">100-minute instructional period</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">9:50 to 10:30 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Nutrition break</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">10:00 to 10:30 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Recess</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">10:30 a.m. to 12:10 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">100-minute instructional period</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">12:10 to 12:30 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Nutrition break</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">12:30 to 12:50 p.m. </th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Recess</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">12:50 to 2:30 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">100-minute instructional period</td></tr><tr style="height: 62px;"><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">2:30 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Dismissal and bus loading </td></tr></tbody></table><h1 class="editor-heading-h1" dir="ltr">TPCS Cell Phone Policy</h1> Cell phone use by students impacts not only the learning environment but also the safety and privacy of others. In accordance with the Limestone District School Board’s Policy as well as the Ministry of Education’s Policy, students are not to be using cell phones at school unless they are directed to do so by their teacher for instructional purposes. As a staff, we have discussed why certain students may need to use their cell phones while at school and we will make sure we connect with those students and their parents to make a plan. We also want to highlight that if there needs to be any communication between home and school during the school day, this needs to go through the main office by calling 613-354-2121.hen your child arrives at school, they will be directed to put their device in a safe container in the classroom. If your child does not follow the expectations around cell phone use, their device will be housed in the office for the day. There will not be any warnings given. Your child will be able to pick it up at the end of the day. If their device is being misused again, a parent/guardian will be asked to come pick up the cell phone. This policy extends to the use of headphones/earbuds without direct permission from a teacher. Our goal is to make the most use of class time and create an effective, focused, and respectful learning environment for all students.<h1 class="editor-heading-h1" dir="ltr">LDSB Student Dress Policy</h1>The Limestone District School Board is committed to upholding human rights, and creating an equitable, inclusive, and accessible school climate that ensures all students and staff feel safe, comfortable, and accepted. Please review our updated Student Dress Policy using the attached document<a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/58a80fa0-9ac3-5d41-8066-b494d53b475a/AP%20352%20Student%20Clothing.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013816" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Administrative Procedure 352 Student Clothing</a> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Allergen Awareness - Nut-Free School</h2>Thank you for packing nut-free snacks! Please communicate with teachers before sending any treats in for your student's class. <img src="/images/77143b36-64d5-4f80-a9f2-cf2bf339fb88?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="387" height="553" style="width:387px;height:553px;display:inline-block">

2026-07-06 16:49:25.354 +0000 UTC

The Prince Charles School Weekly Family Update June 19th

<img src="/images/963cf934-cf18-489b-bef7-de3db1e5aaef?fingerprint=ppb20260123154943" alt="logo123" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/c85d6ddc-507b-44b4-88e7-260113aa6597?fingerprint=ppb20260618151106" alt="Welcome to Fourth Grade School Supplies Poster" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Dear Families,June Staffing is now almost complete, and with that comes some goodbyes. Both Mrs. Madden and Mme. Little are both retiring, and we wish them all the best after outstanding careers. The wonderful Mrs. Semark and Mme. Bertrand will be leaving us for other sites, as are two of our amazing EA's, Ms. Melanie (Himmelman) and Mrs. Ruttan. We will miss you, and remember once a Stinger always a Stinger!Goodbyes also means we have some welcomes to extend. Mrs. Morrow is returning to TPCS in SK/1, and Mrs. Ryan is joining our team in 3/4. In French JK/SK we are happy to have Mme. Bishop coming in. Also we have Leah Latchford and Keelan Lycett adding to our EA support team. Looking forward to working together with them next school year! A updated staff list is included further down in the newsletter.Please come and join us Monday for our Primary Track and Field Day! Event schedule is below, come out and cheer our youngest as they try Track and Field events for the first time.Next week there will be two spirit days to wrap up the year. Tuesday is Rainbow Spirit Day! TPCS is shining bright with every color of the rainbow. Each colour reminds us that every person is unique, every voice matters, and everyone belongs! Wear bright colors, tie dye, rainbow print. And Thursday is Bee-Awesome day, our final spirit day of the year. Show your Stingers Pride on the last day of school! Wear school merch, black and yellow, or bee themed!As always please reach out if you have any questions.Bill Dowling <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="padding-inline-start: 160px;">WEEK AHEAD</h2><table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 19.6141%;"><col style="width: 80.3859%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr style="height: 33px;"><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: transparent; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Mon, June 22 Day 4 </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: transparent; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Grade1 & 2 Track and Field </td></tr><tr style="height: 33px;"><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: transparent; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Tues, June 23 Day 5 </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: transparent; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Grade 8 Carnival  </td></tr><tr style="height: 33px;"><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: transparent; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Wed, June 24 Day 1 </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: transparent; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Term 2 Report Cards go Home </td></tr><tr style="height: 33px;"><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: transparent; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Thurs, June 25 Day 2 </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: transparent; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Last Day of School  </td></tr><tr style="height: 33px;"><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(217, 226, 243); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Fri, June 26 </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(217, 226, 243); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Professional Development DAY </td></tr></tbody></table><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">TPCS STAFF/CLASSROOMS 2026/27</h2> Mrs. McKnight, Mrs. Shetler – Eng JK/SKEng SK/1 – Mrs. MorrowMrs. Kent – Eng Gr. 1Mrs. Tindale – Eng Gr. 2Eng 3/4 – Mrs. RyanMrs. Hendry – Eng Gr. 4/5Mrs. Benn – Eng. Gr. 6Mrs. Farren – Eng Gr. 6/7Mr. Clark – Eng Gr. 8Mme. Kish – Fr JK/SKMme. Bishop, Mme Sparkes – Fr JK/SKMme. Proulx, Mme. Lisa – Fr JK/SKMme. Horrocks – Fr. Gr. 1Mme. Gibbs – Fr Gr. 1/2Mme. MacDonald – Fr Gr. 2Mme. Mannell – Fr Gr. 2/3Mme. Madden – Fr Gr. 3/4Mme. Harris – Fr Gr. 4/5M. Heroux – Fr Gr. 5Mme. Backman – Fr Gr. 5/6Mme. Mills – Fr Gr. 7Mme. 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style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/798a7e50-723b-472f-9ee5-a0f159b27799?fingerprint=ppb20260212141553" alt="Dental Clinic newsletter Insert" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/d9afea80-df1d-4a14-aab8-924131c6651f?fingerprint=ppb20251217015010" alt="Colorful Minimalist Design Process Infographic Poster" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/d677d602-08ec-4781-bdfb-608f1a66f361?fingerprint=ppb20251217014957" alt="Skinny SAP 2025" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/2228f7ab-9f67-4efc-876d-bfaede9a5aad?fingerprint=ppb20251217013324" alt="2025 10 01 newsletter insert does your student need glasses" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <figure><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/b76e663d-3389-4d8e-988b-8dd34f03e071/Form-325-D-List-of-H-D-and-S-H-Instruction-Expectations-by-Grade.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217014713" target="_blank" title="Cyan Teal Illustrated Announcement Library Invitation"><img src="/images/a025a887-21bb-4537-96da-b7ef36c0d5b7?fingerprint=ppb20251217014502" alt="Cyan Teal Illustrated Announcement Library Invitation" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a></figure> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Daily Schedule </h2> <table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Time</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Activity/learning block</th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">7:50 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Yard supervision begins</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">8:10 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Entry bell</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">8:10 to 9:50 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">100-minute instructional period</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">9:50 to 10:30 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Nutrition break</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">10:00 to 10:30 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Recess</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">10:30 a.m. to 12:10 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">100-minute instructional period</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">12:10 to 12:30 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Nutrition break</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">12:30 to 12:50 p.m. </th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Recess</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">12:50 to 2:30 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">100-minute instructional period</td></tr><tr style="height: 62px;"><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">2:30 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Dismissal and bus loading </td></tr></tbody></table> <h1 class="editor-heading-h1" dir="ltr">TPCS Cell Phone Policy</h1> Cell phone use by students impacts not only the learning environment but also the safety and privacy of others. In accordance with the Limestone District School Board’s Policy as well as the Ministry of Education’s Policy, students are not to be using cell phones at school unless they are directed to do so by their teacher for instructional purposes. As a staff, we have discussed why certain students may need to use their cell phones while at school and we will make sure we connect with those students and their parents to make a plan. We also want to highlight that if there needs to be any communication between home and school during the school day, this needs to go through the main office by calling 613-354-2121.hen your child arrives at school, they will be directed to put their device in a safe container in the classroom. If your child does not follow the expectations around cell phone use, their device will be housed in the office for the day. There will not be any warnings given. Your child will be able to pick it up at the end of the day. If their device is being misused again, a parent/guardian will be asked to come pick up the cell phone. This policy extends to the use of headphones/earbuds without direct permission from a teacher. Our goal is to make the most use of class time and create an effective, focused, and respectful learning environment for all students.<h1 class="editor-heading-h1" dir="ltr">LDSB Student Dress Policy</h1>The Limestone District School Board is committed to upholding human rights, and creating an equitable, inclusive, and accessible school climate that ensures all students and staff feel safe, comfortable, and accepted. Please review our updated Student Dress Policy using the attached document<a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/58a80fa0-9ac3-5d41-8066-b494d53b475a/AP%20352%20Student%20Clothing.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013816" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Administrative Procedure 352 Student Clothing</a> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Allergen Awareness - Nut-Free School</h2>Thank you for packing nut-free snacks! Please communicate with teachers before sending any treats in for your student's class. <img src="/images/77143b36-64d5-4f80-a9f2-cf2bf339fb88?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="387" height="553" style="width:387px;height:553px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967?fingerprint=ppb20251217013147" alt="2025 2026 LDSB School Year Calendar" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

2026-06-19 17:37:13.21 +0000 UTC

The Prince Charles School Weekly Family Update June 12th

<img src="/images/963cf934-cf18-489b-bef7-de3db1e5aaef?fingerprint=ppb20260123154943" alt="logo123" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Dear Families,It was amazing to see so many families at last nights fun fair! I want to give a HUGE thank you to our parent council for organizing the fun fair, and all our other events this year. They work so hard to bring fun experiences to our school community, and that's not all they do! They provide financing for whole school initiatives, provide individual classroom funds, and run hot lunches twice a week. I am extremely grateful for their consistent engagement in making TPCS the best place to be!You may know that Allison Madden is retiring. We are happy to announce her years of dedication to teaching and this school community are being recognized! She will be receiving the J.C. McLeod award for teaching excellence in the Limestone District School Board at a ceremony in the coming weeks at the Board office. Congratulations Mrs. Madden! School-Day reminders:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Year End Field Trips are now available</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"></li></ul> Week ahead and a year long calendar are available to check out below, as well as many opportunities/reminders.As always please reach out if you have any questions.Bill Dowling <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="padding-inline-start: 160px;">WEEK AHEAD</h2><table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 19.6141%;"><col style="width: 80.3859%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr style="height: 33px;"><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: transparent; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Mon, June 15 Day 4 </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: transparent; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"> </td></tr><tr style="height: 33px;"><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: transparent; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Tues, June 16 Day 5 </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: transparent; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"> </td></tr><tr style="height: 33px;"><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: transparent; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Wed, June 17 Day 1 </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: transparent; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">E 4/5 E 5/6 to Queens </td></tr><tr style="height: 33px;"><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: transparent; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Thurs, June 18 Day 2 </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: transparent; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Grade 8 Graduation @ 6:30 Best and Bash Arena F ½ F 1 to PumpHouse Steam Museum </td></tr><tr style="height: 33px;"><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: transparent; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Fri, June 19 Day 3 </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: transparent; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">F2/3, F3, F5, E ¾ to Camp Quinmolac </td></tr></tbody></table><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">TPCS STAFF/CLASSROOMS 2026/27</h2> Mrs. McKnight, Mrs. Shetler – Eng JK/SKEng SK/1 – TBAMrs. Kent – Eng Gr. 1Mrs. Tindale – Eng Gr. 2Eng 3/4 – TBAMrs. Hendry – Eng Gr. 4/5Mrs. Benn – Eng. Gr. 6Mrs. Farren – Eng Gr. 6/7Mr. Clark – Eng Gr. 8Mme. Kish – Fr JK/SKMme. Bertrand, Mme Sparkes – Fr JK/SKMme. Proulx, Mme. Lisa – Fr JK/SKMme. Horrocks – Fr. Gr. 1Mme. Gibbs – Fr Gr. 1/2Mme. MacDonald – Fr Gr. 2Mme. Mannell – Fr Gr. 2/3Mme. Madden – Fr Gr. 3/4Mme. Harris – Fr Gr. 4/5M. Heroux – Fr Gr. 5Mme. Backman – Fr Gr. 5/6Mme. Mills – Fr Gr. 7Mme. Pasternak – Fr Gr. 8<img src="/images/b50fa8c6-5bce-4531-a45e-1f3e55e1b80e?fingerprint=ppb20260612164743" alt="Celebrating Teaching Excellence" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h6><img src="/images/5e916f21-1913-4efd-8340-b4e84508d5b1?fingerprint=ppb20260521122749" alt="Primary Events" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></h6> <img src="/images/18d6929f-c62f-4583-a1c0-38467b1658bc?fingerprint=ppb20260617133624" alt="Primary Track Field Schedule 2026" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><figure><a href="https://limestoneschools-my.sharepoint.com/:w:/g/personal/dowlingw_limestone_on_ca/IQCN445KkBSNSZywGRY1ljciAUzEuhRvNOUD-aOQeHquKr0?e=ZTmR1A" target="_blank" title="Blue White and Red Colorful Chalk School Events Calendar Poster"><img src="/images/386e14a5-1b15-4dea-a856-06d0b97ed8d4?fingerprint=ppb20260115154222" alt="Blue White and Red Colorful Chalk School Events Calendar Poster" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a></figure><img src="/images/f9870fda-0a20-4486-8c78-b591c52bc356?fingerprint=ppb20260120125807" alt="kinder" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><figure><a href="https://tpcsschoolcncl.start.page/" target="_blank" title="TPCS Council2526 (1)"><img src="/images/8d3d48f7-35a3-40d3-8b39-4ab3afd53d62?fingerprint=ppb20260206181207" alt="TPCS Council2526 (1)" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a></figure><img src="/images/7311e40b-da1a-4954-9a79-52e72195ef16?fingerprint=ppb20260522163438" alt="2026 05 20 extreme heat newsletter elementary (002)" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/6573e647-ec85-4775-b9e0-24e5aab1c066?fingerprint=ppb20260423183412" alt="Beige Stay Safe Work From Home Instagram Post" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/c12e1937-5de7-49f0-ae6d-5f55f602af1c?fingerprint=ppb20260213134758" alt="Tri Board Deadline2026" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/60ecff07-3c6a-4c8b-8e10-dc54ae5c9f2c?fingerprint=ppb20260420170715" alt="2026 03 25 oral health month newsletter insert" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/dcfdbd19-3d04-4040-829c-82e9489f0b1a?fingerprint=ppb20260313170439" alt="MH Crisis Services" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/2d2d5193-c25e-47de-b479-976b24aa4939?fingerprint=ppb20260520154726" alt="Maltby walk in summer 2026" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/798a7e50-723b-472f-9ee5-a0f159b27799?fingerprint=ppb20260212141553" alt="Dental Clinic newsletter Insert" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/d9afea80-df1d-4a14-aab8-924131c6651f?fingerprint=ppb20251217015010" alt="Colorful Minimalist Design Process Infographic Poster" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/d677d602-08ec-4781-bdfb-608f1a66f361?fingerprint=ppb20251217014957" alt="Skinny SAP 2025" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/2228f7ab-9f67-4efc-876d-bfaede9a5aad?fingerprint=ppb20251217013324" alt="2025 10 01 newsletter insert does your student need glasses" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <figure><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/b76e663d-3389-4d8e-988b-8dd34f03e071/Form-325-D-List-of-H-D-and-S-H-Instruction-Expectations-by-Grade.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217014713" target="_blank" title="Cyan Teal Illustrated Announcement Library Invitation"><img src="/images/a025a887-21bb-4537-96da-b7ef36c0d5b7?fingerprint=ppb20251217014502" alt="Cyan Teal Illustrated Announcement Library Invitation" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a></figure> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Daily Schedule </h2> <table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Time</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Activity/learning block</th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">7:50 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Yard supervision begins</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">8:10 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Entry bell</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">8:10 to 9:50 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">100-minute instructional period</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">9:50 to 10:30 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Nutrition break</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">10:00 to 10:30 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Recess</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">10:30 a.m. to 12:10 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">100-minute instructional period</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">12:10 to 12:30 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Nutrition break</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">12:30 to 12:50 p.m. </th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Recess</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">12:50 to 2:30 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">100-minute instructional period</td></tr><tr style="height: 62px;"><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">2:30 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Dismissal and bus loading </td></tr></tbody></table> <h1 class="editor-heading-h1" dir="ltr">TPCS Cell Phone Policy</h1> Cell phone use by students impacts not only the learning environment but also the safety and privacy of others. In accordance with the Limestone District School Board’s Policy as well as the Ministry of Education’s Policy, students are not to be using cell phones at school unless they are directed to do so by their teacher for instructional purposes. As a staff, we have discussed why certain students may need to use their cell phones while at school and we will make sure we connect with those students and their parents to make a plan. We also want to highlight that if there needs to be any communication between home and school during the school day, this needs to go through the main office by calling 613-354-2121.hen your child arrives at school, they will be directed to put their device in a safe container in the classroom. If your child does not follow the expectations around cell phone use, their device will be housed in the office for the day. There will not be any warnings given. Your child will be able to pick it up at the end of the day. If their device is being misused again, a parent/guardian will be asked to come pick up the cell phone. This policy extends to the use of headphones/earbuds without direct permission from a teacher. Our goal is to make the most use of class time and create an effective, focused, and respectful learning environment for all students.<h1 class="editor-heading-h1" dir="ltr">LDSB Student Dress Policy</h1>The Limestone District School Board is committed to upholding human rights, and creating an equitable, inclusive, and accessible school climate that ensures all students and staff feel safe, comfortable, and accepted. Please review our updated Student Dress Policy using the attached document<a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/58a80fa0-9ac3-5d41-8066-b494d53b475a/AP%20352%20Student%20Clothing.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013816" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Administrative Procedure 352 Student Clothing</a> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Allergen Awareness - Nut-Free School</h2>Thank you for packing nut-free snacks! Please communicate with teachers before sending any treats in for your student's class. <img src="/images/77143b36-64d5-4f80-a9f2-cf2bf339fb88?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="387" height="553" style="width:387px;height:553px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967?fingerprint=ppb20251217013147" alt="2025 2026 LDSB School Year Calendar" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

2026-06-12 16:48:10.751 +0000 UTC

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Bienvenue à The Prince Charles School in Napanee. We are a dual-track school that offers English and French Immersion programming for students in Kindergarten to Grade 8. We work together to promote positive and productive citizenship in our students and to actively engage them as life-long learners. At TPCS, we value, teach, and encourage students in the development of respect, responsibility, kindness, integrity, courage, perseverance, good judgment and self-discipline. We are a proud and collaborative community of positive, responsible learners.

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Limestone District School Board uses a variety of digital tools to support student learning, communication, and school operations. A new <a href="/documents/1e89801e-5ebd-4673-ad1b-b3a08a9e7451/2026-06-29-Digital-Tools-Informed-Notice.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20260629183742" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Digital Tools Informed Notice (PDF)</a> 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. More information on the Limestone District School Board <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/privacy" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Privacy webpage</a>.

2026-06-29 18:41:31.903 +0000 UTC

Message to Families - June 25, 2026

Dear Families,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.I have a few updates to share with you as we conclude the 2025-2026 school year:Resources to Support Continued Learning During the Summer As we head into the summer months, there are many <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">free resources available on the Limestone website</a> 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.Changes to Secondary Assessment and Evaluation (Beginning 2026-2027)Earlier this week, the Ministry of Education <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">shared an update about upcoming changes that will affect how student learning is assessed and evaluated in secondary schools</a> (Grades 9 to 12), starting in the 2026-2027 school year.These <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">provincial changes </a>are intended to create a more consistent approach to assessment and evaluation across Ontario and to support student achievement and future pathways. What this means for students and families:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Most secondary courses will include a written final exam as part of the final grade.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">A student’s final grade will reflect:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">classroom learning and assignments</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">final evaluations (such as exams or culminating tasks)</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">attendance and participation in class</li></ul></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Excused absences will not negatively impact a student’s grade.</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">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.</li></ul>Secondary families can review the updates on the <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">Ministry of Education website</a>.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.The Food Sharing Project UpdateDuring 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.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 <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">“Nine Cents is Nonsense” campaign</a>, advocating for support from government to increase the funding provided. <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">For more information about the Food Sharing Project, their campaign, and/or to donate, please visit their website.</a>Reminder: Tri-Board Transportation: School Bus Information for the 2026-2027 School Year School bus information for the 2026-2027 school year will be available to families in July through the <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">Tri-Board Student Portal</a>. New students, as well as those with a change of address or school, must apply online by August 5 to ensure transportation is in place for the first day of school. Please visit <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">triboard.ca</a> to apply for transportation and to access your student(s)’ busing details for September.First Day of School for the 2026-2027 School YearA reminder that the first day of school for the upcoming school year is Tuesday, September 1, 2026, which is a P.A. Day. We will welcome students back on Wednesday, September 2, 2026. 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.Krishna BurraCEO/Director of EducationLimestone District School Board

2026-06-25 19:50:08.286 +0000 UTC

Message to Families- June 18, 2026

Dear Families,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.2026-2027 School Year Budget 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.The full <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/budget_committee-1719463885020" class="editor-link">Budget Committee Agenda Package is available on the Limestone DSB website</a>, along with a new resource, <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/budget___financial_statements" class="editor-link">Budget Overview – Your Guide to Understanding School Board Funding available on the LDSB Budget and Financial Statements webpage.</a>The Budget overview document provides a more visual summary of the budget with highlights.Motion Passed by Board of TrusteesThe 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.Reminder: P.A. Day – Friday, June 26, 2026 A reminder to families that Friday, June 26 is a P.A. Day and there are no classes for students.Tri-Board Transportation: School Bus Information for the 2026-2027 School Year School bus information for the 2026-2027 school year will be available to families in July through the <a href="https://triboard.ca/student-portal/" class="editor-link">Tri-Board Student Portal</a>. New students, as well as those with a change of address or school, must apply online by August 5 to ensure transportation is in place for the first day of school. Please visit <a href="https://triboard.ca" class="editor-link">triboard.ca</a> to apply for transportation and to access your student(s)’ busing details for September.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 OntarioAs we move toward the end of the 2025-2026 school year, <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/news/year-end-letter-to-students-and-parents" class="editor-link">The Honourable Paul Calandra, Ontario’s Minister of Education, has shared a message with students and families</a> to mark this occasion. We have also received a <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/news/congratulations-letter-from-edith-dumont-the-lieutenant-governor-of-ontario" class="editor-link">congratulatory letter for the Class of 2026 from Edith Dumont, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario</a>.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.Thank you,Krishna BurraCEO/Director of EducationLimestone District School Board

2026-06-18 20:00:01.681 +0000 UTC

Land Acknowledgement

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