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Orange Shirts Designed by LDSB Students Available Locally

<img src="/images/9dc007ac-516c-4323-a906-a61997af3154?fingerprint=ppb20251217014448" alt="KNCLN Orange Shirt Day Graphic" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">Graphic provided by the Kingston Native Centre and Language Nest. Two LDSB students designed these orange shirts! As we approach Orange Shirt Day and National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30, these shirts are now available for purchase locally through the Kingston Native Centre and Language Nest. Every purchase goes directly toward strengthening Indigenous-led community programming.Sizes Youth S to XL sizes and Adult small to 5XL sizes. Shirts are $20 each.To purchase, please visit <a href="https://www.kncln.ca/news/orange-shirt-day-2025" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">kncln.ca/news/orange-shirt-day-2025</a>.

2025-09-24 19:35:10.695 +0000 UTC

Parent Involvement Committee Co-Chair Elections

Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) Co-Chair Elections are scheduled for the first PIC meeting on Thursday October 23, 2025. If you wish to apply, nominations are due by Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 4:00 p.m., and must be accompanied by a short biography (maximum 250 words).Nominations and biographies can be emailed to Patty Gollogly, Associate Superintendent, at <a href="mailto:golloglyp@limestone.on.ca" class="editor-link">golloglyp@limestone.on.ca</a>.  Alternatively, nomination packages can be submitted at the LDSB Education Centre at <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2Fmaps%2Fsearch%2F220%2BPortsmouth%2BAvenue%3Fentry%3Dgmail%26source%3Dg&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7Cfc613dade0b84a977f3508ddf9d9ff00%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638941436870017940%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=%2BJZOj2ySfNzFnUGnNvG26QShwyIKhJaXjO0Ki89SjzI%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">220 Portsmouth Avenue</a> (either mailed or dropped off).  If you have any questions you can call: 613 544 6925, ext. 31319. An ideal PIC Co-Chair will be an active and engaged participant in the Board’s PIC as well as their school with the school and board-specific background necessary to effectively guide the various activities of the PIC. If a Co-Chair candidate does not meet these qualifications, the PIC membership may choose, via the normal voting process, to move forward with an election or to extend the advertisement for Co-Chair candidates by a period of two weeks, after which an election will be held.

2025-09-22 13:21:46.047 +0000 UTC

Free EQAO Webinar for Families of Elementary and Secondary Students

In this live webinar EQAO will present the results of the 2024-25 Primary (Grade 3) and Junior (Grade 6) Assessments of Reading, Writing and Mathematics. Participants will also learn about the latest research and resources available on eqao.com. The session is approximately 45 minutes, followed by a live Q&A with EQAO staff.  <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">EQAO Webinar for Parents and Guardians of Elementary School Students: 2024-25 Results (Oct 7 @ 6pm)</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://eqao.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1Te0EqD3Tl621IKhIWD4Mg#/registration" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" title="https://eqao.zoom.us/webinar/register/wn_1te0eqd3tl621ikhiwd4mg#/registration" class="editor-link">Webinar Registration - Zoom</a></li></ul> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"> EQAO Webinar for Parents and Guardians of Secondary School Students: 2024-25 Results</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://eqao.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_oWomJPtiTUGBU5TFJM6azw#/registration" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" title="https://eqao.zoom.us/webinar/register/wn_owomjptitugbu5tfjm6azw#/registration" class="editor-link">Webinar Registration - Zoom</a></li></ul>

2025-09-22 13:05:28.045 +0000 UTC

The Prince Charles School Weekly Family Update Sept. 19th

<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">What's Happening at The Prince Charles School</h2><img src="/images/213ffa10-0c7d-4de7-8790-2c01d8984f1c?fingerprint=ppb20251217013311" alt="logo" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Hello everyone! Bonjour à tous! Things are finally starting to feel routine again now that we have put re-organization behind us. Lots of smiles in the hallways this week lets me know that students are glad to be back, we certainly missed them! October hot lunches are now available for order on School Day. Both subs and pizza are offered, and the deadline to order is September 28th. If you need a passkey for School Day, reach out to the school and we can provide one right away. Details below.A busy week coming up at TPCS. Monday is our SAC election meeting. If you would like to find out what council is all about please come out to our first meeting.Monday and Wednesday our Junior soccer teams will be in action against J.J. O'Neill. Details are in the poster below.The Scholastic Book Fair opens Tuesday and runs til Thursday. Classes will be given times to visit the fair, teachers will reach out with the details.Friday we hold our annual Terry Fox Walk at 1 pm. A big thank you to all families for their donations....this was the most we have raised to date! Also the big event of the week is on Thursday make sure to stop by and visit during open house which runs from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm. Meet the staff, visit classrooms, and grab a slice of pizza on us! Please review the memo below from the LDSB regarding the Human Development and Sexual Health Curriculum. The document contains links so families can review all the expectations of the curriculum, as well as a link to an exemption form if they do not want their child to participate in these lessons. As we begin to navigate the year, please know that here at TPCS we are committed to an active partnership with our parents. I believe that open communication prevents issues from growing, so if at anytime you have questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out to me via e-mail or by calling the school. Have a great weekend, J'espère que vous avez tous une bonne fin de semaine! Bill Dowling <img src="/images/c08b2e43-84d3-4113-a8ad-8ed87d726e20?fingerprint=ppb20251217014805" alt="lineup25" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</h2>A <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/7291ab76-99b5-43a1-8f2b-edaade7c53e8/2025-04-07-LDSB%20School%20Year%20Calendar-2025-2026.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217014043" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online</a>. <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"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Daily Schedule </h2><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Time</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Activity/learning block</th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">7:50 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Yard supervision begins</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">8:10 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Entry bell</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">8:10 to 9:50 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">100-minute instructional period</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">9:50 to 10:30 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Nutrition break</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">10:00 to 10:30 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Recess</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">10:30 a.m. to 12:10 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">100-minute instructional period</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">12:10 to 12:30 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Nutrition break</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">12:30 to 12:50 p.m. </th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Recess</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">12:50 to 2:30 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">100-minute instructional period</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">2:30 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Dismissal and bus loading </td></tr></tbody></table><img src="/images/51784913-7add-4d40-9cd5-ce2fb79cce7c?fingerprint=ppb20251217013751" alt="TPCS sc2526 LunchOCT" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/3d1da369-ab20-4500-9105-13677d80edbb?fingerprint=ppb20251217013553" alt="fox" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/e46cd50c-ec6d-48ba-a778-18b7a47248e2?fingerprint=ppb20251217015113" alt="TPCS SC2526 CouncilNominationsFlyer" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/a3708c1f-25fa-4f7d-aa68-69ce5a0e5fb2?fingerprint=ppb20251217014516" alt="Soccer Open Tryouts Poster" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/feedb705-c43c-4a62-9b1a-87a54ba708db?fingerprint=ppb20251217015329" alt="Blue And Yellow Back To School Illustrative Flyer 1 " width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/4f7e78ad-271f-4bc2-bcdf-6b3fdeb8205d?fingerprint=ppb20251217013738" alt="Yellow Blue Illustrative Upcoming Events Flyer" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <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"> <img src="/images/9b4f1616-76d2-420d-a2f0-accf18180b45?fingerprint=ppb20251217014435" alt="OT Tiered model letter for families June 2025" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/da0a51af-b9a9-4d87-818d-518456e3ce0c?fingerprint=ppb20251217015010" alt="original 7F7A52D8 7779 4F00 B3C6 66D0A14A7C67" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/d498deab-44b6-410e-aa69-4d67d1071000?fingerprint=ppb20251217014946" alt="bball" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/a763c217-2a8d-4ffa-9a12-1365261dcdd6?fingerprint=ppb20251217014545" alt="Purple Graduation Picture Collages Presentation" width="376" height="238" style="width:376px;height:238px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/000d17f0-121d-4052-bf47-4207af12648e?fingerprint=ppb20251217013010" alt="2025 08 28 Attention Immunization Reporting Elementary" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/4ad00afb-3667-4bf5-b1fa-a3a3ab177437?fingerprint=ppb20251217013714" alt="2023 03 13 Getting to school Elementary" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <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">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">

2025-09-19 16:17:47.65 +0000 UTC

Indigenous Caregivers are Invited to Submit an Expression of Interest to Join the Indigenous Education Committee (IEC)

The Limestone District School Board is inviting Indigenous caregivers to submit an Expression of Interest to join the Indigenous Education Committee (IEC).The IEC provides guidance on Indigenous Education initiatives throughout the district and collaborates to support Indigenous students and their families. This year, we are seeking one additional Indigenous caregiver to join this important circle.If you are interested, please complete the Expression of Interest form here: <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.office.com%2Fr%2F8zsv9E9JDC&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7Ca0aeee05278d4e887f1408ddf52de1f3%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638936299630563795%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=6u91hjpJIfKQjm9fWKaBPNZhbw6%2FSmnBUq2bttPIjlA%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">ttps://forms.office.com/r/8zsv9E9JDC</a> This form will be available from September 17 to September 24. Please ensure that you complete this form before the due date.We are grateful for your time and consideration.

2025-09-17 13:52:43.569 +0000 UTC

The Prince Charles School Weekly Family Update Sept. 12th

<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">What's Happening at The Prince Charles School</h2><img src="/images/213ffa10-0c7d-4de7-8790-2c01d8984f1c?fingerprint=ppb20251217013311" alt="logo" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Hello everyone! Bonjour à tous! The first whole week of school is behind us, and a new start awaits Monday!  I wanted to personally thank all of our families for their patience and understanding as we re-organized our English classes this week.  This is never an easy process to undergo, and we know it creates anxiety for families and students. However, the end result is smaller class sizes and more staff in the building, something that supports the growth of all of our students. It has also given us the opportunity to welcome Mrs. Katie Semark to our team!  Katie will be the teacher in our new English 4/5 class, and we are so excited to have her here at TPCS. Please check out all the posters below for updates and information. Looking for a way to help support our students and the school? Consider joining our SAC or parent’s council! The first meeting of the year will be Monday September 22nd, and at that meeting will be the elections for council positions. If you would like to join council or offer your support through volunteering, check out the poster below and complete the form at <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2Frdspyjg8EFRfjcGNA&data=05%7C02%7Cdowlingw%40limestone.on.ca%7C8b87150d3d66431f218308ddec742a78%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638926705890780817%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=9AgZoJxLf4DDwH59Uj8pg7u33WO0xuOesOAsyBJcpB0%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">https://forms.gle/rdspyjg8EFRfjcGNA</a> Some September events to share. Running from September 23rd to 25th will be the Scholastic Book Fair. Also that week please plan to join us for our annual Open House. Come meet staff, see the school, and enjoy some pizza on us and our SAC! The Junk in the Trunk Yard Sale will be running September 27th. Book your spot as a vendor or plan to attend! Please review the memo below from Kids Inclusive regarding the new model for Occupational Therapy in the school environment. If you have concerns or do not want your child to participate, please let me know. As we begin to navigate the year, please know that here at TPCS we are committed to an active partnership with our parents. I believe that open communication prevents issues from growing, so if at anytime you have questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out to me via e-mail or by calling the school. Have a great weekend, J'espère que vous avez tous une bonne fin de semaine! Bill Dowling <img src="/images/c08b2e43-84d3-4113-a8ad-8ed87d726e20?fingerprint=ppb20251217014805" alt="lineup25" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</h2>A <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/7291ab76-99b5-43a1-8f2b-edaade7c53e8/2025-04-07-LDSB%20School%20Year%20Calendar-2025-2026.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217014043" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online</a>. <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"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Daily Schedule </h2><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Time</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Activity/learning block</th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">7:50 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Yard supervision begins</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">8:10 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Entry bell</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">8:10 to 9:50 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">100-minute instructional period</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">9:50 to 10:30 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Nutrition break</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">10:00 to 10:30 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Recess</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">10:30 a.m. to 12:10 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">100-minute instructional period</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">12:10 to 12:30 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Nutrition break</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">12:30 to 12:50 p.m. </th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Recess</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">12:50 to 2:30 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">100-minute instructional period</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">2:30 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Dismissal and bus loading </td></tr></tbody></table> <img src="/images/e46cd50c-ec6d-48ba-a778-18b7a47248e2?fingerprint=ppb20251217015113" alt="TPCS SC2526 CouncilNominationsFlyer" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/a3708c1f-25fa-4f7d-aa68-69ce5a0e5fb2?fingerprint=ppb20251217014516" alt="Soccer Open Tryouts Poster" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/4d1a15e7-6e4f-4cd7-8210-0c6a759089b1?fingerprint=ppb20251217013727" alt="TPCS SC2526 JunkintheTrunkFall SchoolFlyer" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/feedb705-c43c-4a62-9b1a-87a54ba708db?fingerprint=ppb20251217015329" alt="Blue And Yellow Back To School Illustrative Flyer 1 " width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/d3517c24-8f72-40fb-a8b7-d778c2575c9e?fingerprint=ppb20251217014946" alt="tf2025" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/4f7e78ad-271f-4bc2-bcdf-6b3fdeb8205d?fingerprint=ppb20251217013738" alt="Yellow Blue Illustrative Upcoming Events Flyer" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <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"> <img src="/images/9b4f1616-76d2-420d-a2f0-accf18180b45?fingerprint=ppb20251217014435" alt="OT Tiered model letter for families June 2025" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/da0a51af-b9a9-4d87-818d-518456e3ce0c?fingerprint=ppb20251217015010" alt="original 7F7A52D8 7779 4F00 B3C6 66D0A14A7C67" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/d498deab-44b6-410e-aa69-4d67d1071000?fingerprint=ppb20251217014946" alt="bball" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/a763c217-2a8d-4ffa-9a12-1365261dcdd6?fingerprint=ppb20251217014545" alt="Purple Graduation Picture Collages Presentation" width="376" height="238" style="width:376px;height:238px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/000d17f0-121d-4052-bf47-4207af12648e?fingerprint=ppb20251217013010" alt="2025 08 28 Attention Immunization Reporting Elementary" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/4ad00afb-3667-4bf5-b1fa-a3a3ab177437?fingerprint=ppb20251217013714" alt="2023 03 13 Getting to school Elementary" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <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">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">

2025-09-12 15:28:50.002 +0000 UTC

Boardroom Briefs in white text on a teal background

Boardroom Briefs: August 20, 2025

Boardroom Briefs is intended to provide highlights of presentations, reports and decisions made at the regular meeting of the Limestone District School Board of Trustees. The following are highlights of the August 20, 2025 Regular Board Meeting. Agendas can be found on the website under <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/board_meetings-1719463739654" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Board Meetings</a>.  <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Land Acknowledgement </h2>All meetings begin with a Land Acknowledgement: "The Limestone District School Board is situated on the traditional territories of the Anishinaabe 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 cultures and celebrate their commitment to this land.”  <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Private Session Report</h2><details open="false"><summary>Private Session Report - August 20, 2025</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true">Earlier this evening during Private Session:The private session minutes were approved from the following:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">June 18, 2025, Regular Board Meeting</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Director Burra provided a Legal Update</li></ul>There was no other business conducted, or motions passed in Private Session. </div></details><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Reports from Officers</h2><details open="false"><summary>Chair's Report</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true"><img src="/images/3b73f535-6db0-57a4-bb4f-a5bb6232f53e?fingerprint=ppb20251217013553" alt="" width="268" height="347" style="width:268px;height:347px;display:inline-block;float:right">Chair McGregor provided the following report: "As we prepare to welcome students and families back into our schools on Wednesday, September 3, I want to take a moment to reflect on the excitement and promise that a new school year brings.Each September marks a fresh beginning—an opportunity for students to grow, for families to engage, and for staff to collaborate in creating vibrant learning environments. This year, we look forward to building on our shared commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of every student, in every classroom, and every school across Limestone.The start of the school year is not only a time of renewal but also a chance to strengthen relationships, foster innovation, and celebrate the diverse strengths of our communities. I am confident that through collaboration, dedication, and a shared vision for student success, we will achieve great things together.On behalf of the Board, I extend a warm welcome back to all students, families, and staff. Let’s make this year one of meaningful learning, growth, and achievement.This concludes my report." </div></details><details open="true"><summary>Director's Report</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true"><img src="/images/959f9ebc-0553-5f56-afed-83ccf39d2906?fingerprint=ppb20251217014409" alt="" width="316" height="316" style="width:316px;height:316px;float:left;display:inline-block">Director Burra provided the following report: "Good evening Trustees and members of the public joining us for this meeting. I am pleased to provide you with my update tonight as we prepare for the start of the 2025-2026 school year in two weeks.I hope everyone found themselves with some holiday time this summer to enjoy time with family and friends. In reflecting on this summer, it is important for everyone to have the opportunity to recharge and reflect on the important work we do collaboratively to support children and youth in the Limestone community.With the summer season, schools were not running as they do for the other ten months of the year. However, there was lots of activity for students this July and August. Similar to last summer, over 260 students participated in Camp Read A lot, and over 700 secondary students participated in summer session earning credits. In addition, almost 570 students participated in outdoor education programming offered at some schools, at Gould Lake, and/or on outdoor education trips. Trustees will receive a report in the fall providing more details regarding the range of summer programs that occurred in July and August. In addition, a considerable amount of facilities work occurs in schools during the summer and Manager Fowler will provide a summary of this work in September.We are greatly looking forward to welcoming back staff and well over 20,000 students as the school year starts. While over 99% of students will be in face-to-face classrooms, Limestone continues to offer a virtual option for some students. Regardless of the format of learning, Limestone will continue to do its best to meet students where they are and support student well-being. Mental health and well-being are essential conditions for achievement and learning for all students. Schools will be reopening next week with many staff getting ready for the new school year and we look forward to Limestone schools welcoming students back on Wednesday, September 3, with a full range of activities to be available for students in the 2025-2026 school year. As a reminder, we are starting the school year with a PA day on Tuesday, September 2. With almost all labour agreements behind us, we can expect stability on that front for the next couple of years. We all know that extracurriculars like sports and clubs, full arts programming, and field trips are of tremendous value. As Trustees know, all of these student activities are made possible by the generous time provided by staff and some community members. I think I speak for everyone in expressing our gratitude to the staff and community members that provide these valuable experiences and services to Limestone students. This evening there are some routine, cyclical reports coming to Trustees, but we also look forward to sharing with you an overview of a new administrative procedure focused on Human Rights, and an award to honour the late former Trustee Judith Brown.As Trustees know, considerable work occurs by central departments: Facilities, Finance, Human Resources, and ITS during the summer months to ensure schools are ready for the school year. I would like to acknowledge staff in all of those departments for the important work they do throughout the year, but also during the summer months. Finally, I should also note that Limestone hosted its 12th successful Summer Institute earlier today with approximately 200 LDSB educators attending to learn from each other and continue to hone their craft. A wide range of learning topics were available to support educator learning K-12. We are very pleased to be able to provide this valuable learning opportunity to staff. This is just one example of learning that Limestone educators have been participating in this summer. As we all know, learning is a journey, not a destination, and we must always model learning to support the system, and do the best we can to serve every student, in every classroom, in every school. Thank you, Chair McGregor. That completes my report for this evening." </div></details><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Reports</h2><details open="true"><summary>OPSBA Report</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true">Chair McGregor provided an OPSBA report.</div></details><details open="true"><summary>Student Trustees' Report</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true">There was no Student Trustee report.</div></details><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Reports for Action</h3><details open="true"><summary>Short-Term Borrowing Resolution - Superintendent Young</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true">The purpose of this report is to recommend a short-term borrowing resolution for the 2025-2026 school year to meet cash flow requirements. The Education Act requires the Treasurer of the Board to furnish to the bank a copy of the resolution(s) authorizing the borrowing of funds.Operating: Periodically the Board is required to borrow funds for current operating purposes to provide interim financing until revenues are received from Municipalities and the Province. The Board did not have any operating borrowing requirements during 2024-2025. The Board is subject to cash flow decisions from the Province and should have a borrowing resolution in place to provide interim financing if our cash flow situation should change.The operating resolution authorizes the signing officers of the Board to borrow operating funds when required to meet short-term cash flow needs. The dollar amount of the operating borrowing requirement has been set to a maximum of $20 Million and is the same amount as in 2024-2025. Capital: The Board is also required to arrange short-term bridge financing during the construction of major capital projects, capital additions/retrofits and for School Condition Improvement projects.The Board currently has credit facilities to cover all the required borrowing for the School Condition Improvement projects.The Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) is the Board’s primary banker, a relationship that dates back to 1966. The banking services agreement with RBC extends to April 30, 2027. Recommendations: That the Board authorize the signing officers of the Board to enter into agreements with the Royal Bank of Canada for the following:1. The borrowing of funds to meet operating requirements to a maximum of $20 million for the 2025-2026 fiscal year.</div></details><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Reports for Information</h3><details open="false"><summary>Interim Financial Report for Quarter 3 - Superintendent Young and Manager of Financial Services, Paula Carson</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true">The purpose is to report on the Interim Financial Operating expenditures for the period from September 1, 2024 to May 31, 2025 (Quarter 3).The Interim Financial Report – Operating Expenditures for the period ending February 28, 2025, was presented to the Board on April 23, 2025. This report provided operating expenditures for the period from September 1, 2024 to February 28, 2025 (Quarter 2).The Interim Financial Report – Operating Expenditures for the period ending May 31, 2025 (Quarter 3), is presented in a similar format to the 2024-2025 operating budget, indicating the amount spent by expenditure category and the associated percentage. To see the full report, please review the <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/4ad0a857-4900-4c40-b16a-80546aada787/LDSB-Regular-Board-Meeting-Agenda-August-20-2025.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013714" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Board Meeting Agenda</a> (pg. 25).As of Quarter 3, $238.96M of the $312.7M operating budget, or 76%, has been spent. This is 9% lower than the 85% recorded in the same quarter last year. The difference is primarily due to additional expenditures for Bill 124 Remedy payments included in the previous year's results.It is important to note that expenditures are calculated based on payments made within the specified period. Some expenditures may be non-cyclical, potentially resulting in higher or lower amounts within a given timeframe. For further details, refer to Appendix 1.The Board is on target to end the 2024-2025 fiscal year with a balanced budget as projected.</div></details><details open="false"><summary>Administrative Procedure 107 - Human Rights - Superintendent McDonnell and Human Rights and Equity Advisor, Yusuf Abdulkareem</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true">The purpose of this report is to share with Trustees Administrative Procedure 107: Human Rights (AP 107). This administrative procedure sets out the Board’s approach to creating equitable, inclusive, and accessible learning and working environments that are free from discrimination and harassment.This administrative procedure supports the Strategic Plan goal of fostering student learning, achievement, and well-being by ensuring all members of the Limestone District School Board (LDSB) community feel respected, safe, and supported. Background In the past few years, the Ministry of Education has provided human rights training for Trustees and senior leaders in school boards. Additionally, staff have provided updates to Trustees regarding student census data, staff workforce data, school climate data, and human rights complaints’ data. The LDSB recognizes the existence and impacts of historical and ongoing systemic discrimination. AP 107 outlines the Board’s commitment to anti-colonial, anti-oppressive, anti-racist, and anti-discriminatory practices, and to creating respectful environments for students, staff, and the broader community. The procedure applies to all LDSB community members and covers conduct both within, and beyond, the physical school/work environment, including online spaces and off-site events.AP 107 affirms LDSB’s commitment to legislative and policy compliance, and upholding the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. AP 107 also respects and recognizes the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.AP 107 addresses systemic discrimination identified through LDSB Student Census results, Staff Workforce Census and Belonging Survey, Human Rights Reporting Tool data, and School Climate Surveys, which revealed disproportionalities and inequities affecting students’ access to learning, sense of belonging, and feelings of safety.AP 107 clarifies roles and responsibilities by establishing clear expectations for all community members, staff, and leaders, along with consistent complaint processes for different interest groups.AP 107 creates accountability through data collection and reporting, ensuring progress is tracked, shared, and used to inform decision-making and continuous improvement. Current Status The creation and implementation of Administrative Procedure 107: Human Rights provides clarity in the following areas:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Clear definitions of key human rights concepts such as discrimination, harassment, equity, prejudice, and reprisal.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">A comprehensive list of protected grounds under the Ontario Human Rights Code (e.g., race, disability, creed, gender identity, age).</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Detailed forms of discrimination, including subtle discrimination, microaggressions, and systemic discrimination.</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Specific complaint mechanisms for different parties (students, employees, Trustees, members of the public).</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Defined roles and responsibilities for all LDSB community members, employees, managerial staff, the Human Rights and Equity Advisor, and the Director of Education.</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Requirements for human rights learning and awareness, including regular training and review cycles.</li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Annual data collection, analysis, and public reporting on human rights trends.</li><li value="8" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"> Prohibitions on reprisal and vexatious complaints, with disciplinary measures for violations.</li></ul> Next Steps and Communication Plan The following are the next steps in the implementation of Administrative Procedure 107: Human Rights:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Ensure ongoing communication and awareness for staff, students, union and labour partners, families and the community on AP 107.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Continue annual analysis of human rights data to identify systemic issues and gaps, and use this information to inform decision making.</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Publicly release the annual human rights report on the Board’s website.</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Review related administrative procedures to ensure alignment with AP 107.</li></ul>For more information, please view the <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/4ad0a857-4900-4c40-b16a-80546aada787/LDSB-Regular-Board-Meeting-Agenda-August-20-2025.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013714" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Board Meeting Agenda</a>.</div></details><details open="true"><summary>The Judith Brown Black Excellence Award - Director Burra</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true">The purpose of this report is to provide Trustees with an update on the Judith Brown Black Excellence Award.Background With the passing of Trustee Judith Brown last year, a number of members of the Limestone DSB community voiced their support for creating an award in her honour. Support for honouring Trustee Judith Brown came from Trustees, Limestone staff, and members of the Umoja Black Advisory Council that Trustee Brown helped found, and lead. Consequently, the Judith Brown Black Excellence Award was established in the spring of 2025 to honour Judith’s legacy.The Judith Brown Black Excellence Award: In honour of Trustee Judith Brown, who was a dedicated Black educator who advocated for education and equity, this award recognizes a Black student who exemplifies leadership, perseverance, and commitment to advancing inclusive education. As a champion for student success and diversity, Judith Brown worked tirelessly to promote Black Canadian and local history while creating opportunities for all learners, fostering a more equitable and inspiring learning environment. This award is given annually to a graduating Black LDSB student who demonstrates outstanding academic achievement, community involvement, and a passion for promoting Black Canadian history. Through their actions, the recipient carries forward Judith Brown’s legacy, making a meaningful impact in their school community and beyond.It should be noted that the award description was approved by Trustee Brown’s family in mid-June. Current Status The inaugural Judith Brown Black Excellence Award was proudly presented to a graduating student at Loyalist Collegiate and Vocational Institute during their June 2025 graduation ceremony. Moving forward, this award will be presented annually to one graduating Black student across the LDSB, continuing to honour Judith Brown’s legacy and celebrate excellence, leadership, and community impact.Next Steps and Communication Plan With the support of Trustee Brown’s family and Umoja, additional fundraising efforts may take place over the coming year to help establish a financial component to accompany the Judith Brown Black Excellence Award. These contributions will further honour Judith Brown’s legacy by providing meaningful support to future recipients as they continue their educational journeys and community leadership.</div></details><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Unfinished Business</h2><details open="true"><summary>Feeding Minds: Food and Beverage Policy (PPM-150) Delegation</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true">Director Burra provided a copy of a letter to Madison Stewart of Food for Good acknowledging her delegation at the June 2025 Board Meeting called "Feeding Minds: Food and Beverage Policy (PPM 150)." Director Burra thanked her for sharing the information with the Board.</div></details>

2025-09-08 19:42:35.037 +0000 UTC

The Prince Charles Public School Weekly Family Update Sept. 5th

<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">What's Happening at The Prince Charles School</h2><img src="/images/213ffa10-0c7d-4de7-8790-2c01d8984f1c?fingerprint=ppb20251217013311" alt="logo" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Hello everyone! Bonjour à tous! Welcome back to all of our returning families, and welcome to all the new families joining our school community! I hope everyone enjoyed the first few days of school and is excited for the fun and challenges that lie ahead. We are settling into routines and classrooms, though, I want to share that like every year, the possibility exists that classes may have to be re-organized to support changes in enrollment. This process is disruptive, but necessary if the numbers support it. Should this have to happen I will notify families as soon as possible. Please check out all the posters below for updates and information.  Currently a couple SAC related events on the horizon. The Junk in the Trunk Yard Sale will be running September 27th. Book your spot as a vendor or plan to attend! Also coming up is your chance to join our council and help support our students and school. The first meeting of the year will be Monday September 22nd, and at that meeting will be the elections for council positions. If you would like to join council or offer your support through volunteering, check out the poster below and complete the form at <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2Frdspyjg8EFRfjcGNA&data=05%7C02%7Cdowlingw%40limestone.on.ca%7C8b87150d3d66431f218308ddec742a78%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638926705890780817%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=9AgZoJxLf4DDwH59Uj8pg7u33WO0xuOesOAsyBJcpB0%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">https://forms.gle/rdspyjg8EFRfjcGNA</a> Our new playground is open and looks amazing! Students have enjoyed using our new climber, especially during this warm weather. You may have noticed fencing still up around the yard, but this is not related to any construction but was erected to protect the fresh sod.  It will come down in the next few weeks. As we begin to navigate the year, please know that here at TPCS we are committed to an active partnership with our parents. I believe that open communication prevents issues from growing, so if at anytime you have questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out to me via e-mail or by calling the school. Have a great weekend, J'espère que vous avez tous une bonne fin de semaine! Bill Dowling <img src="/images/4f06aa1c-ea99-46e9-a179-d9b27c794c40?fingerprint=ppb20251217013727" alt="lineup25" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</h2>A <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/7291ab76-99b5-43a1-8f2b-edaade7c53e8/2025-04-07-LDSB%20School%20Year%20Calendar-2025-2026.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217014043" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online</a>. <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"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Daily Schedule </h2><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Time</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Activity/learning block</th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">7:50 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Yard supervision begins</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">8:10 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Entry bell</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">8:10 to 9:50 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">100-minute instructional period</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">9:50 to 10:30 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Nutrition break</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">10:00 to 10:30 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Recess</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">10:30 a.m. to 12:10 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">100-minute instructional period</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">12:10 to 12:30 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Nutrition break</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">12:30 to 12:50 p.m. </th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Recess</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">12:50 to 2:30 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">100-minute instructional period</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">2:30 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Dismissal and bus loading </td></tr></tbody></table> <img src="/images/e46cd50c-ec6d-48ba-a778-18b7a47248e2?fingerprint=ppb20251217015113" alt="TPCS SC2526 CouncilNominationsFlyer" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/4d1a15e7-6e4f-4cd7-8210-0c6a759089b1?fingerprint=ppb20251217013727" alt="TPCS SC2526 JunkintheTrunkFall SchoolFlyer" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/feedb705-c43c-4a62-9b1a-87a54ba708db?fingerprint=ppb20251217015329" alt="Blue And Yellow Back To School Illustrative Flyer 1 " width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/5ae92363-4224-418c-9f7b-b72df2f8bb33?fingerprint=ppb20251217013831" alt="openhouse2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/9b4f1616-76d2-420d-a2f0-accf18180b45?fingerprint=ppb20251217014435" alt="OT Tiered model letter for families June 2025" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/da0a51af-b9a9-4d87-818d-518456e3ce0c?fingerprint=ppb20251217015010" alt="original 7F7A52D8 7779 4F00 B3C6 66D0A14A7C67" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/d498deab-44b6-410e-aa69-4d67d1071000?fingerprint=ppb20251217014946" alt="bball" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/a763c217-2a8d-4ffa-9a12-1365261dcdd6?fingerprint=ppb20251217014545" alt="Purple Graduation Picture Collages Presentation" width="376" height="238" style="width:376px;height:238px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/000d17f0-121d-4052-bf47-4207af12648e?fingerprint=ppb20251217013010" alt="2025 08 28 Attention Immunization Reporting Elementary" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/4ad00afb-3667-4bf5-b1fa-a3a3ab177437?fingerprint=ppb20251217013714" alt="2023 03 13 Getting to school Elementary" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <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">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">

2025-09-05 13:38:18.398 +0000 UTC

Paul Calandra, Minister of Education, Back to School Letter 2025

As the 2025-26 school year begins, Paul Calandra, Minister of Education, has prepared a message for Ontario parents, students, teachers and staff:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="/documents/6945a4f5-a106-44cd-be02-1e7f55228fc8/Back-to-School-Letter-2025.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217014003" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">English Letter</a> (PDF)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><a href="/documents/30337950-d8c1-4a70-9e10-6abbd4957e51/Lettre-pour-la-rentr-e-scolaire-2025.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013433" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">French Letter </a>(PDF)</li></ul>

2025-08-28 14:45:32.665 +0000 UTC

The Prince Charles Public School Weekly Family Update

<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">What's Happening at The Prince Charles School</h2><img src="/images/a803a71a-b14a-4fe5-a6b3-283e309491c8?fingerprint=ppb20251217014559" alt="Elementary students working in a garden outside" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Welcome Back New and Returning Students and Families</h2> Hello everyone! Bonjour à tous! Welcome everyone to our first official update of the 25/26 school year! The staff here at TPCS are so excited to see everyone on the first day of school next week! We have missed our students and parent community, and can’t wait to start work on all the amazing things we’re going to accomplish together this year! This newsletter will be shorter than usual, as I just wanted to share a few things prior to the first day. The office is open this week so give us a call or drop by if you have any questions or are looking to register your child. The first day of school is Wednesday September 3rd. Please remember that our morning bell has now changed and will ring at 8:10 am. This means that supervisors will be on the yard at 7:50 am to receive students. There was no change to our dismissal time of 2:30 pm. I have included maps of line up locations so families are aware of where to go on the first day. I have also included our cell phone policy and LDSB Student Dress Policy for families to review. If you have any questions regarding those please give me a call and I would be happy to chat with you about them. Also included is a graphic that outlines what students need to bring to school next week. Buying everything a child needs can be expensive, especially when you add in brothers and sisters and new fall clothes. The school can help with these items, just call the school and ask to speak with me, and we will be happy to support in anyway we can. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call me here at the school. I am always happy to talk with families to help clarify situations or hear about issues. Have a great week, Bill Dowling <img src="/images/4f06aa1c-ea99-46e9-a179-d9b27c794c40?fingerprint=ppb20251217013727" alt="lineup25" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</h2>A <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/7291ab76-99b5-43a1-8f2b-edaade7c53e8/2025-04-07-LDSB%20School%20Year%20Calendar-2025-2026.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217014043" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online</a>. <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"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Daily Schedule </h2><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Time</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Activity/learning block</th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">7:50 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Yard supervision begins</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">8:10 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Entry bell</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">8:10 to 9:50 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">100-minute instructional period</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">9:50 to 10:30 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Nutrition break</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">10:00 to 10:30 a.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Recess</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">10:30 a.m. to 12:10 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">100-minute instructional period</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">12:10 to 12:30 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Nutrition break</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">12:30 to 12:50 p.m. </th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Recess</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">12:50 to 2:30 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">100-minute instructional period</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">2:30 p.m.</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Dismissal and bus loading </td></tr></tbody></table> <img src="/images/e46cd50c-ec6d-48ba-a778-18b7a47248e2?fingerprint=ppb20251217015113" alt="TPCS SC2526 CouncilNominationsFlyer" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/4d1a15e7-6e4f-4cd7-8210-0c6a759089b1?fingerprint=ppb20251217013727" alt="TPCS SC2526 JunkintheTrunkFall SchoolFlyer" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/d3049444-6dec-4e70-b484-4cb2f48d17dc?fingerprint=ppb20251217014946" alt="Yellow Blue Illustrative Upcoming Events Flyer" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/da0a51af-b9a9-4d87-818d-518456e3ce0c?fingerprint=ppb20251217015010" alt="original 7F7A52D8 7779 4F00 B3C6 66D0A14A7C67" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/a763c217-2a8d-4ffa-9a12-1365261dcdd6?fingerprint=ppb20251217014545" alt="Purple Graduation Picture Collages Presentation" width="376" height="238" style="width:376px;height:238px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/000d17f0-121d-4052-bf47-4207af12648e?fingerprint=ppb20251217013010" alt="2025 08 28 Attention Immunization Reporting Elementary" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/4ad00afb-3667-4bf5-b1fa-a3a3ab177437?fingerprint=ppb20251217013714" alt="2023 03 13 Getting to school Elementary" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <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">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">

2025-08-25 15:34:10.444 +0000 UTC

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Summer Institute August 20 for LDSB Educators

<img src="/images/a970c8cc-cd06-4565-ad5b-3e34d2c1d300?fingerprint=ppb20251217014559" alt="Graphic promoting LDSB Summer Institute" width="605" height="605" style="width:605px;height:605px;display:inline-block">The Limestone District School Board (LDSB) is hosting Summer Institute, a voluntary professional learning opportunity for LDSB educators and administrators, on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at Kingston Secondary School. The theme for this year's Summer Institute is "Accelerating Growth in Limestone."If you are an LDSB educator or administrator who is interested in learning more and registering to participate in this year's Summer Institute, please check your LDSB e-mail inbox, as well as myLDSB for details.

2025-07-10 19:54:04.488 +0000 UTC

Free French Learning Opportunity This Summer: Smash French Camp

Limestone District School Board students are invited to take part in Smash French Summer Camp — a dynamic and engaging way to review, catch up, or get ahead in French before the new school year begins!This free online program is available now through August 14 and is open to all students, whether they’ve used Smash before or are brand new to the platform.<h4 class="editor-heading-h4" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Program Highlights:</h4><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">A wide range of CEFR-aligned French classes</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Interactive, motivating activities to build confidence and language skills</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Flexible access from home — anytime, anywhere</li></ul><h4 class="editor-heading-h4" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Getting Started:</h4><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Current users can log in and begin right away.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">New users can create an account and start learning in just a few minutes.</li></ul>A step-by-step guide with instructions and class codes is available to help students get started quickly and easily.We encourage families and educators to take advantage of this exciting opportunity to support French language learning over the summer.For more information, visit <a href="https://www.smasheducation.com/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">www.smasheducation.com</a> or contact Abraham Bravo, Co-Founder & Head of Implementation Success, at <a href="mailto:abraham.b@smasheducation.com" target="_blank" class="editor-link">abraham.b@smasheducation.com</a>.

2025-07-03 18:21:54.362 +0000 UTC