Dear Families,
What a busy but fantastic week we just had, especially for our soon to be graduates! Our grade 8's visited their high school home NDSS and got to explore their futures at our career fair. A big thanks to Mme. Fairbairn for organizing this amazing opportunity for our students.
Still lots on the go this week as Mental Health Week continues. Our local running event, the Hawk Run, is happening Tuesday, and Wednesday F5 F6 is off to Sports Days at Queen's University. To finish the week F7 F8 are headed with their wonderful projects to the Heritage Fair in Kingston.
Our biggest event of the year is just around the corner. Our SAC Fun Fair is happening June 11th! Check out all the details in the poster below.
Don't forget if you have little ones ready for kinder, or know folks who do, register today! Registering before summer helps us organize our classes and be prepared for our newest students come fall. Registrations are completed on-line, follow the link to get started!
School-Day reminders:
- Year End Field Trips are now available
- June Pizza and Sub hot lunch - Final hot lunch of the year! Please order by May 31st
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
WEEK AHEAD
Mon, May 11 Day 1 | “Mood Boost Monday”
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Tues, May 12 Day 2 | “Tempo Tuesday” - Zumba HAWK Run
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Wed, May 13 Day 3 | F5 & F6 @ Queens University |
Thurs, May 14 Day 4 |
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Fri, May 15 Day 5 | F7 F8 Heritage Fair in Kingston |
CLIMATE SURVEY
The Limestone District School Board’s Family Engagement and Climate Survey is now live and we invite families to share their experiences with their student’s school and with the school board.
Your feedback helps Limestone understand what is working well and where we can improve, and supports welcoming, safe, and supportive school communities.
The survey is open from April 30 to May 11 and is available online. Paper copies are also available at your school’s administrative office.
Access the Family Engagement and Climate Survey online.
Participation is voluntary and anonymous. You may skip any questions you choose, and no identifying information is collected.
Thank you for sharing your voice and helping strengthen Limestone schools and school communities.
Daily Schedule
Time | Activity/learning block |
|---|---|
7:50 a.m. | Yard supervision begins |
8:10 a.m. | Entry bell |
8:10 to 9:50 a.m. | 100-minute instructional period |
9:50 to 10:30 a.m. | Nutrition break |
10:00 to 10:30 a.m. | Recess |
10:30 a.m. to 12:10 p.m. | 100-minute instructional period |
12:10 to 12:30 p.m. | Nutrition break |
12:30 to 12:50 p.m. | Recess |
12:50 to 2:30 p.m. | 100-minute instructional period |
2:30 p.m. | Dismissal and bus loading |
TPCS Cell Phone Policy
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.
LDSB Student Dress Policy
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
Administrative Procedure 352 Student Clothing
Allergen Awareness - Nut-Free School
Thank you for packing nut-free snacks! Please communicate with teachers before sending any treats in for your student's class.
