Dear Families,

I hope that everyone has a safe and enjoyable March Break. We will see everyone again the week after next when we continue the journey to June. When we come back it will be a very quiet week event wise. The only big thing to remember is for our Grade 8 students - Grad Pictures on Monday!

Some messages from School Council. Snow Day hot lunch will be made up on April 2nd, and if you would like to help with hot lunches please reach out using the link in the poster below - we need the help!

Last chances coming for the following products on School Day. Please note the order-by dates:

• Hotdog Day — order by March 18
• April Popcorn — order by March 23
• April Hot Lunches — order by April 5

We recognize that March Break can be challenging for some students when they are away from the support systems in their school. The following resources are available during the break for students and families:

• Kids Help Phone – Call or text 988 for 24/7 support across Canada
• Kids Help Phone – Text CONNECT to 686868 or access live chat at kidshelpphone.ca
• Maltby Centre (March 17 Kingston Walk-in Clinic; March 18 Sydenham Walk-in Clinic)
• One Stop Talk – Call 1-855-416-8255 or connect online
• Resolve Counselling Services in Kingston and Napanee
• One Roof Kingston (ages 12 to 25)
• Lennox and Addington Youth Hub (ages 10 to 24)

If you have little ones ready for school next year, or know people who do, make sure you go online and register soon! 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!

As always please reach out if you have any questions.

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.