Dear families,

Next week is February and I don't know about you, but Napanee Ned or whatever or local groundhog is called better call for an early spring! I think we need a break from constant snow and arctic temperatures!

Due to the school closure Monday, out literacy week activities have been moved to next week. Please see below for the schedule, and keep filling those Bingo cards!

Some frosty fieldtrips next week. On Monday F5 and F6 are headed for a winter cookout at Gould Lake. Thursday F1/2 will be working on indigenous art at a Loveleigh Place, as will F7 on Friday.

Picture re-takes will be on Wednesday - make sure you dress for the camera if you need another photo!

Don't forget to order a Valentines Milk Shake and February hot lunches! Order window closing soon in SchoolDay.

2026/27 Kindergarten registration is now open! If your child was born in 2022, then this is your year. Here at TPCS you can register in either English or French Immersion kindergarten programs, and you don't have to live in our area to register with us. LDSB aims to accommodate families who wish to have their children attend a school out of their area. There are some conditions so call the school to hear the details. Registrations are completed on-line, follow the link to get started!

We are also on the look out for hockey helmets. In order for classes to go skating, they need to have hockey helmets for every student. If you have old helmets gathering dust we will gladly take them so we can make sure more of our classes can go on skating trips.

As always, be sure to check out all the information in the posters below, and if you have any questions please reach out and I'll be happy to respond.

Bill Dowling

WEEK AHEAD

Daily Schedule

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.