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Neurovibes Celebrates Neurodiversity April 29, 2026

<h2 class="editor-heading-h2">A vibrant event celebrating neurodiversity with inspiring talks, creative spaces, and an inclusive community experience.</h2>Now entering its third year, Neurovibes is a community event celebrating neurodiversity through engaging talks, creativity, and connection.Attendees can hear from inspiring speakers, explore interactive spaces, and connect with community partners and vendors in a welcoming, inclusive environment. The event is designed to support different sensory needs while bringing people together to learn, share, and celebrate neurodivergent experiences.When: April 29, 2026, 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. (Doors open at 4:00 p.m.)Where: Queen's Biosciences Complex, 116 Barrie Street, Kingston Register now at: <a href="https://bit.ly/Neurovibes2026%20" class="editor-link">bit.ly/Neurovibes2026</a>.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2"> </h2><img src="/images/0d9fba3e-4cf2-480e-973b-7617e4932a7f?fingerprint=ppb20260416161028" alt="Neurovibes 2026 Poster" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

2026-04-16 16:10:44.021 +0000 UTC

Newsletter April 10

<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/2081c32b-acf4-401e-a286-1f3921589b5b?fingerprint=ppb20251217013311" alt="360 F 553708255 SdXEjSB0UJgpZhlEaDi4EB8SBW5nXlDK" width="462" height="156" style="width:462px;height:156px;display:inline-block"></h3><table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 20%;"><col style="width: 20%;"><col style="width: 20%;"><col style="width: 20%;"><col style="width: 20%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);">MON, APR 13</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);">TUES, APR 14</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);">WED, APR 15</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);">THURS, APR 16</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);">FRI, APR 17</th></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Kindergarten classes on field trip</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Costco Reading Program</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Jr. Girls Bball Home Game vs Lancaster</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">School Colours DayJr. Girls Bball Home Game vs École Maple</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">PA DAY</h3></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">MON, APR 20</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">TUES, APR 21</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">WED, APR 22</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">THURS, APR 23</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">FRI, APR 24</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"> </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Costco Reading ProgramJr. Boys Away Game @ Welborne</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Earth Day, Wear Green & Blue</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Jr. Girls Basketball away game @ École Maple</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"> </td></tr></tbody></table><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"> School Advisory Council</h2><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"> The Cataraqui Woods Elementary School Advisory Council (CWESAC) works together with school staff and families to enrich our children’s school experience through events, communication, fundraising, and community-building. You are invited to stay updated and connect with the Council on <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgroups%2Fcwesac%2F&data=05%7C02%7Casselstinepam%40limestone.on.ca%7C3c643dab0abb442173cc08de2b6b1ee1%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638995936271120079%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=lWO8odjKI6SDCZkylVZc61OX%2FAbGG8N3w2UbUYUqiuY%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Facebook</a>.</h3><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">- SCHOOL HAPPENINGS -</h2><hr><hr> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Kindergarten Registration is Now Open</h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/news/kindergarten-registration-is-now-open-2026" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">https://www.limestone.on.ca/news/kindergarten-registration-is-now-open-2026</a></h3> <img src="/images/0e20a9b0-1a65-46e5-a9f6-f20fb5f94a50?fingerprint=ppb20260224135214" alt="86d75c09 1135 4fc1 8667 d37f1d18fb9f" width="638" height="359" style="width:638px;height:359px;display:inline-block"><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: left;"><img src="/images/cda24694-acda-4eb1-a2bf-b823c937506c?fingerprint=ppb20260410151418" alt="Albinism" width="366" height="457" style="width:366px;height:457px;display:inline-block;float:left"></h3> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;">Stay tuned for details on Cat Woods' Day of Awareness</h3> <hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">- COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS -</h2><hr></h3><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/ed7784b6-b5a4-4a8d-930f-94f4fb112e2c?fingerprint=ppb20260410172610" alt="Promotional Posters Eng and Fr 1" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> </div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 100%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">You are invited to join us for the launch of the <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.office.com%2Fr%2FpYtCZDCvHb&data=05%7C02%7Casselstinepam%40limestone.on.ca%7C1d90cf8cbafe4fd50a7d08de963217e2%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639113339130847998%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=qCxW1kJ6%2BcWMYJyAgKO2hpv%2FLYzBRvUBJAqDB51Z6YM%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">KFL&A Infant & Early Mental Health Care Pathway</a> on May 1, 2026. This new pathway reflects a shared community commitment to supporting the social, emotional, and physical development of young children, from birth to six years of age. It is designed to help identify concerns earlier, support the use of a common developmental screening approach, and strengthen connections to services and supports for families across the region. The launch event will be an opportunity to:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Learn more about the Infant & Early Mental Health Care Pathway</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Hear from community partners involved in this work</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Explore how the pathway will help connect children and families to the right supports, sooner</li></ul> Date: May 1, 2026 Time: 9 to 11 a.m. Location: Southeast Public Health, 221 Portsmouth Ave., Kingston Auditorium A & B Register today: <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.office.com%2Fr%2FpYtCZDCvHb&data=05%7C02%7Casselstinepam%40limestone.on.ca%7C1d90cf8cbafe4fd50a7d08de963217e2%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639113339130885931%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=QjhtUlNqB6g%2B%2FzncWyM2IxnxF0Icp49F7tadE3Omvbk%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">https://forms.office.com/r/pYtCZDCvHb</a> Space is limited for this hybrid event. Once in-person capacity is reached, additional registrants will be invited to attend virtually and will receive a link to join online. We hope you will join us to <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmaltbycentre.ca%2Fiemh-care-pathway%2F&data=05%7C02%7Casselstinepam%40limestone.on.ca%7C1d90cf8cbafe4fd50a7d08de963217e2%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639113339130911822%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=4WQ9rGzJGOKt1Y%2FDaMJ1x2NJDcJdPsj3%2B%2BhPiUKzgHI%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">learn more about this important initiative</a> and how it will support children and families across KFL&A.</td></tr></tbody></table></div></div><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Cat Woods Spirit Wear</h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/57e6b964-472b-44d5-8283-d5ff39ad7132?fingerprint=ppb20251217013816" alt="thumb 16efd6f942e35ca3d655ccdbd6fa874d" width="342" height="196" style="width:342px;height:196px;display:inline-block;float:left">Get your Cat Woods Comets spirit wear here: <a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/cataraquiwoodselementaryschool/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Cataraqui Woods Elementary School - eStore (specialtytrophies.ca)</a></h3>

2026-04-10 17:58:12.683 +0000 UTC

Newsletter April 2, 2026

<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/2081c32b-acf4-401e-a286-1f3921589b5b?fingerprint=ppb20251217013311" alt="360 F 553708255 SdXEjSB0UJgpZhlEaDi4EB8SBW5nXlDK" width="462" height="156" style="width:462px;height:156px;display:inline-block"></h3><table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 20%;"><col style="width: 20%;"><col style="width: 20%;"><col style="width: 20%;"><col style="width: 20%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);">MON, APR 6</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);">TUES, APR 7</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);">WED, APR 8</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);">THURS, APR 9</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);">FRI, APR 10</th></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">EASTER MONDAY</h3></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Costco Reading Program</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"> </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">International Day of PinkJr Boys Bball home game vs Lancaster</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">GOOD FRIDAY</h3></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">MON, APR 13</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">TUES, APR 14</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">WED, APR 15</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">THURS, APR 16</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">FRI, APR 17</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Kindergarten Field Trip</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Costco Reading Program</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Jr. Girls Bball Home Game vs Lancaster</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">School Colours DayJr. Girls Bball Home Game vs École Maple</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">PA DAY</h3></td></tr></tbody></table><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"> School Advisory Council</h2><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"> The Cataraqui Woods Elementary School Advisory Council (CWESAC) works together with school staff and families to enrich our children’s school experience through events, communication, fundraising, and community-building. You are invited to stay updated and connect with the Council on <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgroups%2Fcwesac%2F&data=05%7C02%7Casselstinepam%40limestone.on.ca%7C3c643dab0abb442173cc08de2b6b1ee1%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638995936271120079%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=lWO8odjKI6SDCZkylVZc61OX%2FAbGG8N3w2UbUYUqiuY%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Facebook</a>.</h3><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">- SCHOOL HAPPENINGS -</h2><hr><hr>In response to tragic events, locally or globally, students may experience a wide range of emotions, including sadness, confusion, worry, or questions about what they may be hearing from others. Students may react in different ways depending on their age, experiences, and how connected they feel to the situation. With time, reassurance, and support from caring adults, these reactions often ease.We encourage families to keep lines of communication open at home, to invite questions, and to offer reassurance as needed. If you have concerns about your student or would like support, please refer to the following resources:·         <a href="https://smho-smso.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Supporting-your-childs-well-being.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Supporting Your Child’s Well-being</a>·         <a href="https://smho-smso.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Caring-for-yourself-while-caring-for-others.pdf" class="editor-link">Caring for yourself while caring for others: A parent’s guide to self-care</a>·         <a href="https://smho-smso.ca/parents-and-caregivers/" class="editor-link">By Your Side</a> (parent/caregiver resources to support mental health learning)·         <a href="https://maltbycentre.ca/" class="editor-link">Maltby Centre</a>·         <a href="https://onestoptalk.ca/" class="editor-link">One Stop Talk</a>·         <a href="https://kidshelpphone.ca/" class="editor-link">Kids Help Phone</a> (Call 1-800-668-6868 or Text “Connect” to 686868)·         <a href="https://211ontario.ca/" class="editor-link">2-1-1 Ontario</a>If you are worried about your student’s immediate safety, or the safety of others, please seek urgent assistance by calling 9-1-1, your local mobile crisis service (613-354-7388), or by going to the nearest emergency department.<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">🌧️ Staying Out of Mud and Puddles</h2>We’re reminding students to avoid mud patches and puddles during outdoor play. While we know the temptation is real, staying clear helps prevent slips, soggy socks, and mid‑day outfit changes. Your support in reinforcing this message at home makes a big difference.Thank you for helping us keep everyone warm, dry, and ready to learn!<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Kindergarten Registration is Now Open</h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/news/kindergarten-registration-is-now-open-2026" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">https://www.limestone.on.ca/news/kindergarten-registration-is-now-open-2026</a></h3> <img src="/images/0e20a9b0-1a65-46e5-a9f6-f20fb5f94a50?fingerprint=ppb20260224135214" alt="86d75c09 1135 4fc1 8667 d37f1d18fb9f" width="638" height="359" style="width:638px;height:359px;display:inline-block"><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">- COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS -</h2><hr></h3><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/f47708b7-a812-4b8f-a4b5-ad28c3e33d0e?fingerprint=ppb20260331145258" alt="Early ON Apr" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/dc29ca6a-568e-4e94-a1e2-a55f85196ba6?fingerprint=ppb20260331145257" alt="ON y va Apr" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> </div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/99afe489-efa1-4341-b44b-d452e60c47bd?fingerprint=ppb20260331145256" alt="Infant Programs Apr" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/a3b71846-fef2-4ab4-b825-f9b095b99d06?fingerprint=ppb20260331145259" alt="Early ON Addresses Apr" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> </div></div><img src="/images/9be79acc-721e-47c2-bf8a-b66eeeddc2a9?fingerprint=ppb20260331145255" alt="Baby Groups April" width="526" height="681" style="width:526px;height:681px;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/cd4c42f9-8335-426c-9b1e-8977fd12f915?fingerprint=ppb20260327171127" alt="2026 02 25 Harmful Substances Newsletter Insert Elementary" width="471" height="588" style="width:471px;height:588px;display:inline-block"><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Maltby Resources</h3><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="3e3ca02a-00f0-4a70-986a-0c9134fb3978"></ie-document><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="38da2c01-0a82-4e6b-8707-96eab9020d01"></ie-document><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="7352ecce-a50e-427f-bf5f-df41dd31aff5"></ie-document><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Cat Woods Spirit Wear</h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/57e6b964-472b-44d5-8283-d5ff39ad7132?fingerprint=ppb20251217013816" alt="thumb 16efd6f942e35ca3d655ccdbd6fa874d" width="342" height="196" style="width:342px;height:196px;display:inline-block;float:left">Get your Cat Woods Comets spirit wear here: <a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/cataraquiwoodselementaryschool/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Cataraqui Woods Elementary School - eStore (specialtytrophies.ca)</a></h3>

2026-04-02 19:46:38.383 +0000 UTC

Newsletter March 27, 2026

<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/2081c32b-acf4-401e-a286-1f3921589b5b?fingerprint=ppb20251217013311" alt="360 F 553708255 SdXEjSB0UJgpZhlEaDi4EB8SBW5nXlDK" width="462" height="156" style="width:462px;height:156px;display:inline-block"></h3><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col><col><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">MON, MAR 30</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">TUES, MAR 31</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">WED, APR 1</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">THURS, APR 2</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">FRI, APR 3</th></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Diversity Speaker (Gr 4-8)Karate Kids</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Costco Reading ProgramInternational Transgender Day of Visibility</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Ms. Mailloux's class on field tripSpring Dance for Grades 5-8</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Grade 8 grad photosWorld Autism DayCanteen open for Grades 1-4</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">GOOD FRIDAY</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">MON, APR 6</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">TUES, APR 7</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">WED, APR 8</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">THURS, APR 9</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">FRI, APR 10</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">EASTER MONDAY</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Costco Reading Program</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"> </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">International Day of PinkJr Boys Bball home game vs Lancaster</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"> </td></tr></tbody></table><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"> School Advisory Council</h2><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"> The Cataraqui Woods Elementary School Advisory Council (CWESAC) works together with school staff and families to enrich our children’s school experience through events, communication, fundraising, and community-building. You are invited to stay updated and connect with the Council on <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgroups%2Fcwesac%2F&data=05%7C02%7Casselstinepam%40limestone.on.ca%7C3c643dab0abb442173cc08de2b6b1ee1%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638995936271120079%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=lWO8odjKI6SDCZkylVZc61OX%2FAbGG8N3w2UbUYUqiuY%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Facebook</a>.</h3><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">- SCHOOL HAPPENINGS -</h2><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/e0bfe9aa-53bf-474f-b6f9-d5537370aeee?fingerprint=ppb20260327170719" alt="See us. Respect us. Celebrate us." width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">We encourage students to wear the colours Pink, Blue, & White</div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/3ca491b4-ec6d-42e0-b9ea-d8d86187519f?fingerprint=ppb20260327170718" alt="See us. Respect us. Celebrate us. (1)" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">We encourage students to wear tie dye</div></div><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/a15807e0-e6e2-4747-b9f9-7bf75f54d2f2?fingerprint=ppb20260327170719" alt="See us. Respect us. Celebrate us. (3)" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> </div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/674abb87-491c-4e66-8176-3dad8cc1318b?fingerprint=ppb20260327170719" alt="See us. Respect us. Celebrate us. (4)" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">On Thursday</h2></div></div><hr><img src="/images/6c239dc1-4e29-4e36-884e-12f296b58a71?fingerprint=ppb20260327170719" alt="See us. Respect us. Celebrate us. (5)" width="446" height="557" style="width:446px;height:557px;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">🌧️ Staying Out of Mud and Puddles</h2>We’re reminding students to avoid mud patches and puddles during outdoor play. While we know the temptation is real, staying clear helps prevent slips, soggy socks, and mid‑day outfit changes. Your support in reinforcing this message at home makes a big difference.Thank you for helping us keep everyone warm, dry, and ready to learn!<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Kindergarten Registration is Now Open</h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/news/kindergarten-registration-is-now-open-2026" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://www.limestone.on.ca/news/kindergarten-registration-is-now-open-2026</a></h3> <img src="/images/0e20a9b0-1a65-46e5-a9f6-f20fb5f94a50?fingerprint=ppb20260224135214" alt="86d75c09 1135 4fc1 8667 d37f1d18fb9f" width="638" height="359" style="width:638px;height:359px;display:inline-block"><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">- COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS -</h2><hr></h3><hr><img src="/images/cd4c42f9-8335-426c-9b1e-8977fd12f915?fingerprint=ppb20260327171127" alt="2026 02 25 Harmful Substances Newsletter Insert Elementary" width="471" height="588" style="width:471px;height:588px;display:inline-block"><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Maltby Resources</h3><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="3e3ca02a-00f0-4a70-986a-0c9134fb3978"></ie-document><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="38da2c01-0a82-4e6b-8707-96eab9020d01"></ie-document><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="7352ecce-a50e-427f-bf5f-df41dd31aff5"></ie-document><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Cat Woods Spirit Wear</h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/57e6b964-472b-44d5-8283-d5ff39ad7132?fingerprint=ppb20251217013816" alt="thumb 16efd6f942e35ca3d655ccdbd6fa874d" width="342" height="196" style="width:342px;height:196px;display:inline-block;float:left">Get your Cat Woods Comets spirit wear here: <a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/cataraquiwoodselementaryschool/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link">Cataraqui Woods Elementary School - eStore (specialtytrophies.ca)</a></h3>

2026-03-27 19:38:20.504 +0000 UTC

Newsletter March 13, 2026

<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/2081c32b-acf4-401e-a286-1f3921589b5b?fingerprint=ppb20251217013311" alt="360 F 553708255 SdXEjSB0UJgpZhlEaDi4EB8SBW5nXlDK" width="462" height="156" style="width:462px;height:156px;display:inline-block"></h3><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Upcoming Events: March Break: March 16 - 20</h2><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col><col><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">MON, MAR 23</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">TUES, MAR 24</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">WED, MAR 25</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">THURS, MAR 26</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">FRI, MAR 27</th></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Karate KidsTerm 2 IEPs go home</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Costco Reading Program</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Neurodiversity Day</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"> </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Gr 7 & 8 ImmunizationsMs. Turner & Ms. Newton on field trip</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">MON, MAR 30</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">TUES, MAR 31</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">WED, APR 1</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">THURS, APR 2</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">FRI, APR 3</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Diversity Speaker (Gr 4-8)Karate Kids</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Costco Reading ProgramInternational Transgender Day of Visibility</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Ms. Mailloux's class on field trip</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Grade 8 grad photos</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">GOOD FRIDAY</td></tr></tbody></table><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"> School Advisory Council</h2><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"> The Cataraqui Woods Elementary School Advisory Council (CWESAC) works together with school staff and families to enrich our children’s school experience through events, communication, fundraising, and community-building. You are invited to stay updated and connect with the Council on <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgroups%2Fcwesac%2F&data=05%7C02%7Casselstinepam%40limestone.on.ca%7C3c643dab0abb442173cc08de2b6b1ee1%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638995936271120079%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=lWO8odjKI6SDCZkylVZc61OX%2FAbGG8N3w2UbUYUqiuY%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Facebook</a>.</h3><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">- SCHOOL HAPPENINGS -</h2><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Cataraqui Woods Elementary School is pleased to welcome students and families from the Kashechewan community to our school. These students will begin attending Cataraqui Woods during the March Break and will be learning in our two French portables for the remainder of the school year. We are proud to be able to host and support this displaced community during this time. Our school values kindness, inclusion, and respect, and we look forward to learning together and building meaningful connections. We are grateful for the opportunity to extend our Cataraqui Woods community and ensure that all students feel safe, welcomed, and supported.</h3><hr><img src="/images/397a97e1-0143-415c-8f94-838c0219358b?fingerprint=ppb20260313170752" alt="NCW Purpose 2" width="494" height="494" style="width:494px;height:494px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">On Wednesday, March 25, students are encouraged to wear a colour that represents an issue they're most passionate about or to wear rainbow colours.</h2><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/0886a95a-c1d1-4c9a-b11d-fa8bb66e8f7d?fingerprint=ppb20260313185458" alt="IMG 0120" width="282" height="377" style="width:282px;height:377px;display:inline-block;float:right">Students at Cat Woods Public School recently came together to create a warm welcome for incoming students from Kashechewan. Classes signed a large welcome poster filled with messages of kindness, encouragement, and school spirit. The poster will greet the new students as they arrive, helping them feel supported and part of the Cat Woods community from day one.</h3></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/c769d5ea-716c-491f-bb1c-b87e1737dae9?fingerprint=ppb20260313185843" alt="IMG 01172" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> </div></div><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Kindergarten Registration is Now Open</h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/news/kindergarten-registration-is-now-open-2026" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://www.limestone.on.ca/news/kindergarten-registration-is-now-open-2026</a></h3> <img src="/images/0e20a9b0-1a65-46e5-a9f6-f20fb5f94a50?fingerprint=ppb20260224135214" alt="86d75c09 1135 4fc1 8667 d37f1d18fb9f" width="638" height="359" style="width:638px;height:359px;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/305e379d-c58e-4780-8c5d-7fa19b615b33?fingerprint=ppb20260224135456" alt="36cb27a2 3c9b 4ee5 a559 ec99208654e2" width="627" height="470" style="width:627px;height:470px;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/8c0659fc-f22c-49d6-9cd9-26aab9bd37eb?fingerprint=ppb20260206174848" alt="Lunch Box Col" width="228" height="55" style="width:228px;height:55px;display:inline-block;float:left">Hot Lunch Reminder</h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">To reduce wasted food, if your child(ren) are going to be away on a day that they've ordered hot lunch, you have the option to pick them up by noon (12 pm). Otherwise, the lunch will go to a child in need.</h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">If you know at least two days in advance of the child's absence on a scheduled delivery day, you can log into your Lunchbox account and cancel your order.</h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Cancel here: <a href="https://www.lunchboxorders.net" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Lunchbox Orders</a></h3><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">- COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS -</h2><hr></h3><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/90bcde92-7c8a-4810-8f1c-6d6a5624d2a9?fingerprint=ppb20260313170150" alt="2d53fba5 1" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr> </div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/83f3a8ed-c428-40d2-bf67-008b2316892e?fingerprint=ppb20260313170149" alt="43e80585 1" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr> </div></div><img src="/images/3938790b-7137-4362-85d9-dbe6f74e7b40?fingerprint=ppb20260313170143" alt="MH Crisis Services" width="572" height="762" style="width:572px;height:762px;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/8f2c8adf-d344-40b0-ac99-9ff1d572c9b8?fingerprint=ppb20260306163145" alt="Early ON Mar" width="578" height="446" style="width:578px;height:446px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/da9aafdc-2416-4a5e-a02f-3060ed9505c6?fingerprint=ppb20260306163145" alt="ON y va Mar" width="550" height="425" style="width:550px;height:425px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/d7cc7781-3d79-4d6f-89c2-d617a5c76021?fingerprint=ppb20260306163145" alt="Infant Programs Mar" width="528" height="408" style="width:528px;height:408px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/8a273c5a-6d47-4f96-a44a-245408239704?fingerprint=ppb20260306163145" alt="Baby Groups Mar" width="549" height="710" style="width:549px;height:710px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/8b542b4b-03f8-406b-9f14-76ca5c995f06?fingerprint=ppb20260306163145" alt="Early ON Mar Addresses" width="501" height="387" style="width:501px;height:387px;display:inline-block"><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Cat Woods Spirit Wear</h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/57e6b964-472b-44d5-8283-d5ff39ad7132?fingerprint=ppb20251217013816" alt="thumb 16efd6f942e35ca3d655ccdbd6fa874d" width="131" height="75" style="width:131px;height:75px;display:inline-block;float:left">Get your Cat Woods Comets spirit wear here: <a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/cataraquiwoodselementaryschool/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link">Cataraqui Woods Elementary School - eStore (specialtytrophies.ca)</a></h3>

2026-03-13 17:12:53.63 +0000 UTC

Newsletter March 6, 2026

<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;"> </h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/2081c32b-acf4-401e-a286-1f3921589b5b?fingerprint=ppb20251217013311" alt="360 F 553708255 SdXEjSB0UJgpZhlEaDi4EB8SBW5nXlDK" width="462" height="156" style="width:462px;height:156px;display:inline-block"></h3><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Upcoming Events:</h2><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col><col><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">MON, MAR 9</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">TUES, MAR 10</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">WED, MAR 11</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">THURS, MAR 12</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">FRI, MAR 13</th></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Karate Kids</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Costco Reading Program</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Dominos Pizza Night</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"> </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"> </td></tr></tbody></table><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">March Break: March 16 - 20</h2><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col><col><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">MON, MAR 23</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">TUES, MAR 24</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">WED, MAR 25</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">THURS, MAR 26</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">FRI, MAR 27</th></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Karate Kids</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Costco Reading Program</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"> </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"> </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Gr 7 & 8 ImmunizationsMs. Turner & Ms. Newton on field trip</td></tr></tbody></table><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"> School Advisory Council</h2><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Make Wednesday, March 11th pizza night! 🍕 </h2> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Use code 3370 to order the family meal deal (2 medium 3 topping pizzas, cheesy bread, & cinna stix) for $34.99. For every meal deal ordered Domino’s will donate $12.50 to the school!</h3><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/7e5e5c06-ef7b-4faf-85fc-ffaf00199eb2?fingerprint=ppb20260227185212" alt="pizza 3" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> </div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/d9a82505-9cef-4ede-8ea1-ab775922229a?fingerprint=ppb20260227185212" alt="pizza 2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> </div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/7a33dd1e-7650-424a-99fc-43f08f9bf918?fingerprint=ppb20260227185212" alt="pizza" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> </div></div><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"> The Cataraqui Woods Elementary School Advisory Council (CWESAC) works together with school staff and families to enrich our children’s school experience through events, communication, fundraising, and community-building. You are invited to stay updated and connect with the Council on <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgroups%2Fcwesac%2F&data=05%7C02%7Casselstinepam%40limestone.on.ca%7C3c643dab0abb442173cc08de2b6b1ee1%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638995936271120079%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=lWO8odjKI6SDCZkylVZc61OX%2FAbGG8N3w2UbUYUqiuY%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Facebook</a>.</h3><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">- SCHOOL HAPPENINGS -</h2><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Cataraqui Woods Elementary School is pleased to welcome students and families from the Kashechewan community to our school. These students will begin attending Cataraqui Woods during the March Break and will be learning in our two French portables for the remainder of the school year. We are proud to be able to host and support this displaced community during this time. Our school values kindness, inclusion, and respect, and we look forward to learning together and building meaningful connections. We are grateful for the opportunity to extend our Cataraqui Woods community and ensure that all students feel safe, welcomed, and supported.</h3><hr><img src="/images/caf3f8dd-3228-451f-a59e-da606cd8c447?fingerprint=ppb20260306174546" alt="IMG 99478" width="443" height="252" style="width:443px;height:252px;display:inline-block;float:left">Congratulations to Our Skills Competition Teams!<h4 class="editor-heading-h4" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">We are incredibly proud of all the students who represented our school at the recent Limestone Skills Competition. Their dedication, teamwork, and enthusiasm truly shone.</h4><h4 class="editor-heading-h4" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Our Grade 7–8 team delivered an outstanding performance and earned a silver medal—a fantastic achievement that reflects their hard work and creativity.</h4><h4 class="editor-heading-h4" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Our Grade 4–6 team also impressed with a strong showing, demonstrating excellent skill and determination. Although they narrowly missed the podium, their effort and sportsmanship were exceptional.</h4><h4 class="editor-heading-h4" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Well done to all participants for showcasing their talents and representing our school with pride. Your accomplishments inspire our entire school community.</h4> <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Kindergarten Registration is Now Open</h2> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/news/kindergarten-registration-is-now-open-2026" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://www.limestone.on.ca/news/kindergarten-registration-is-now-open-2026</a></h3> <img src="/images/0e20a9b0-1a65-46e5-a9f6-f20fb5f94a50?fingerprint=ppb20260224135214" alt="86d75c09 1135 4fc1 8667 d37f1d18fb9f" width="638" height="359" style="width:638px;height:359px;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/305e379d-c58e-4780-8c5d-7fa19b615b33?fingerprint=ppb20260224135456" alt="36cb27a2 3c9b 4ee5 a559 ec99208654e2" width="627" height="470" style="width:627px;height:470px;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/8c0659fc-f22c-49d6-9cd9-26aab9bd37eb?fingerprint=ppb20260206174848" alt="Lunch Box Col" width="228" height="55" style="width:228px;height:55px;display:inline-block;float:left">Hot Lunch Reminder</h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">To reduce wasted food, if your child(ren) are going to be away on a day that they've ordered hot lunch, you have the option to pick them up by noon (12 pm). Otherwise, the lunch will go to a child in need.</h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">If you know at least two days in advance of the child's absence on a scheduled delivery day, you can log into your Lunchbox account and cancel your order.</h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Cancel here: <a href="https://www.lunchboxorders.net" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Lunchbox Orders</a></h3><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">- COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS -</h2><hr></h3><img src="/images/34395eb5-0802-4325-8d1c-42ec66dd26ea?fingerprint=ppb20260213153955" alt="2026 02 12 Monique Gray Smith Facebook Instagram" width="543" height="543" style="width:543px;height:543px;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/c1799844-785d-4a0f-bc51-f3c2900a007e?fingerprint=ppb20260213154228" alt="832b1a4d 1" width="561" height="726" style="width:561px;height:726px;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/8f2c8adf-d344-40b0-ac99-9ff1d572c9b8?fingerprint=ppb20260306163145" alt="Early ON Mar" width="578" height="446" style="width:578px;height:446px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/da9aafdc-2416-4a5e-a02f-3060ed9505c6?fingerprint=ppb20260306163145" alt="ON y va Mar" width="550" height="425" style="width:550px;height:425px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/d7cc7781-3d79-4d6f-89c2-d617a5c76021?fingerprint=ppb20260306163145" alt="Infant Programs Mar" width="528" height="408" style="width:528px;height:408px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/8a273c5a-6d47-4f96-a44a-245408239704?fingerprint=ppb20260306163145" alt="Baby Groups Mar" width="549" height="710" style="width:549px;height:710px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/8b542b4b-03f8-406b-9f14-76ca5c995f06?fingerprint=ppb20260306163145" alt="Early ON Mar Addresses" width="501" height="387" style="width:501px;height:387px;display:inline-block"><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Cat Woods Spirit Wear</h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/57e6b964-472b-44d5-8283-d5ff39ad7132?fingerprint=ppb20251217013816" alt="thumb 16efd6f942e35ca3d655ccdbd6fa874d" width="131" height="75" style="width:131px;height:75px;display:inline-block;float:left">Get your Cat Woods Comets spirit wear here: <a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/cataraquiwoodselementaryschool/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link">Cataraqui Woods Elementary School - eStore (specialtytrophies.ca)</a></h3>

2026-03-06 18:06:41.78 +0000 UTC

Message from the Director - March 5, 2026

Dear Families,With March now underway, and March Break fast approaching, I would like to share a few updates with families:School Year Calendar is ApprovedThe Ministry of Education has approved Limestone’s recommended 2026-2027 school year calendar. The school year will begin with a P.A. Day on September 1, 2026, with the first day of classes for students on September 2, 2026. A <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/school-year-calendar" class="editor-link">printable version of the calendar is available on Limestone’s website</a>.Budget SurveyTrustees are seeking feedback on the Limestone District School Board budget planning process for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year. Families are encouraged to take a few minutes to provide feedback on areas or priority. The survey is anonymous and can be accessed online at <a href="https://bit.ly/2026-2027LDSBBudgetSurvey" class="editor-link">bit.ly/2026-2027LDSBBudgetSurvey</a> . The survey closes March 23, 2026.Video: Limestone’s Student Achievement Plan in Action – EQAO HighlightsAs previously shared, the Ministry of Education released the 2024-2025 Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) results in December, and we are pleased to share that Limestone has achieved its strongest performance in four years, with gains across every testing category.Limestone’s results are consistent with provincial trends in many areas and show meaningful improvement in others, including among specific student groups. In fact, Limestone is performing at or above the provincial average in nearly all measures.These results reflect the collective efforts of Limestone educators, Educational Assistants, program teams, and school leaders—supported by the ongoing commitment of students and families across our district. We are extremely proud of the dedication and hard work that contributed to these achievements.We are pleased to share a <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q1qQcIXSyFU" class="editor-link">video update with families on Limestone’s Student Achievement Plan in Action – EQAO Highlights</a>. This <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q1qQcIXSyFU" class="editor-link">short video</a> provides an overview of Limestone’s Student Achievement Plan and how it guides our shared work to support student learning and well-being.Through insights from members of the Limestone Senior Team, families will learn about the key priorities shaping our efforts, the thinking behind our actions, and how collaboration, evidence, and reflection help us improve. The video highlights how data, professional learning, and shared leadership work together to move learning forward, while keeping students, belonging, and continuous growth at the centre. It offers a look at how planning connects to practice as we work together toward positive outcomes for all Limestone students.Revisions to Grades 7, 8, and 10 History CurriculumThe Minister of Education has announced updates to the Grades 7, 8, and 10 History curriculum for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year.With these updates, in Grades 7, 8, and 10, students will learn about significant contributions of Black individuals and communities to Canada’s foundation as a nation, and the obstacles they faced in the pursuit of building an inclusive and prosperous country. The Grade 10 History course will also have new learning on extreme political and social ideologies, the Holocaust and rising antisemitism, and the Holodomor famine in Ukraine.Learn more about the updated curriculum on the <a href="https://www.dcp.edu.gov.on.ca/en/" class="editor-link">Ministry of Education’s Curriculum and Resources website.</a>Become a Homestay and Host an International Student: A Meaningful Experience for You and Your FamilyEach year, LDSB welcomes more than 120 international students into schools across the district from countries around the world, including Brazil, Italy, China, Germany, Japan, Mexico, France, Vietnam, Rwanda, and many others. Hosting an international student is a meaningful way to bring the world into your home while making a positive difference in a young person’s life. Limestone homestay families are carefully matched with students and supported by dedicated Limestone staff throughout the placement, so families are never on their own. Hosting offers opportunities for cultural exchange, the development of lasting relationships, and a monthly stipend to help offset costs. To learn more about how hosting works, the supports in place, and why many local families choose to open their homes, visit <a href="https://internationaled.limestone.on.ca/become_a_homestay" class="editor-link">internationaled.limestone.on.ca/become_a_homestay</a>.Ministry Resources for Reading and MathThere are many resources available to support your student’s learning in math and literacy, offering engaging activities that make learning both fun and effective for students and families. To explore these tools, visit Limestone’s <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/tutoring" class="editor-link">Online Learning Resources and Tutoring webpage</a>.Thank you for your continued partnership and support of student learning and well-being across Limestone. We are grateful for the role families play in helping students feel supported, connected, and successful, and we look forward to continuing our work together.Krishna Burra

2026-03-05 21:30:00.475 +0000 UTC

Limestone District School Board Welcomes 2026–2027 Student Trustees

The Limestone District School Board (LDSB) is pleased to announce the appointment of its 2026–2027 Student Trustees, who will be formally welcomed at the April meeting of the Board.Student trustees play an important role in bringing student perspectives to board-level discussions, helping ensure that student voice is reflected in decision-making across the district. For the upcoming term, LDSB looks forward to working with three engaged and passionate student leaders who represent rural, urban, and Indigenous student communities:<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Audrey Bateman – Rural Student Trustee</h2>A message from Student Trustee Bateman: I'm so excited to be your rural student trustee this year. This role is such a great place to create lasting change for the current and future classes. I'm really looking forward to connecting with the trustees and students from across the board to try and make school a more fun, inclusive, and memorable experience where we can.  Everyone's voice matters!<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Victoria McCourt – Indigenous Student Trustee</h2>A message from Student Trustee McCourt: I applied for the Indigenous student trustee position because I feel that having a voice to represent Indigenous students, their issues and concerns is important. I would like to help celebrate and honour the Indigenous students in the Limestone District School Board. I look forward to helping create more opportunities for Indigenous students and I want our youth to feel proud of who they are and their Indigenous identity. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Mathew Katz – Urban Student Trustee</h2>A message from Student Trustee Katz: I applied to become a student trustee to advocate for issues that both I and students from across LDSB are passionate about. I specifically hope to be able to work on issues related to environmental sustainability and anti-racism. Ultimately, I want to ensure students’ voices are heard and meaningfully represented.The Limestone District School Board congratulates Audrey, Victoria, and Matthew on their appointments and looks forward to welcoming them at the April Board meeting as they begin their term as student trustees for the 2026–2027 school year.<img src="/images/6101cb72-005e-4aad-b211-341230a8738b?fingerprint=ppb20260304144748" alt="2026 2027 Student Trustees" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

2026-03-04 14:48:09.694 +0000 UTC

Limestone DSB Schools to Participate in Kingston Community Climate Action Fund FoodCycler Project

Limestone District School Board schools will participate in this year’s Kingston Community Climate Action Fund (KCCAF) initiative, supported by the City of Kingston and led by Sustainable Kingston. The project aims to turn everyday school lunch waste into meaningful climate action by introducing FoodCyclers in five to seven local elementary schools, with the long-term goal of securing a unit for each elementary school across the City of Kingston. These units will complement existing food-based programming and serve as an additional hands-on learning tool for students.The initiative will help divert organic waste from student snacks and lunches away from landfill. Along with reducing methane emissions, the project will provide real-world learning opportunities by helping students deepen their understanding of sustainability, waste reduction, and the circular economy. <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cityofkingston.ca%2Fnews%2Fposts%2Fcommunity-donations-sought-to-double-climate-impact-in-local-schools%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C05b07ce6640b41c56fb008de757bf3b3%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639077372412072201%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=7QHs6289rcFNO5fKd%2Ft%2Fqgr5HdPeVSzhclv3fn9DQDE%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Learn more about the project and ways to contribute on the City of Kingston website</a>.

2026-03-02 16:34:35.541 +0000 UTC

Newsletter February 27, 2026

<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;"> </h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/2081c32b-acf4-401e-a286-1f3921589b5b?fingerprint=ppb20251217013311" alt="360 F 553708255 SdXEjSB0UJgpZhlEaDi4EB8SBW5nXlDK" width="462" height="156" style="width:462px;height:156px;display:inline-block"></h3><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Upcoming Events:</h2><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col><col><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">MON, MAR 2</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">TUES, MAR 3</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">WED, MAR 4</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">THURS, MAR 5</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">FRI, MAR 6</th></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Karate Kids</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Costco Reading ProgramGrade 3 Swim to Survive</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"> </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"> </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Mr. De Wys & Ms. Cyr's classes on field tripeParalympic Spirit Day: Wear Team Canada Colours/Gear</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"> </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"> </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"> </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"> </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"> </td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">MON, MAR 9</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">TUES, MAR 10</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">WED, MAR 11</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">THURS, MAR 12</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">FRI, MAR 13</th></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Karate Kids</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Costco Reading Program</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"> </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"> </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">March Break is next week</td></tr></tbody></table> <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"> School Advisory Council</h2><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Make Wednesday, March 11th pizza night! 🍕 </h2> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Use code 3370 to order the family meal deal (2 medium 3 topping pizzas, cheesy bread, & cinna stix) for $34.99. For every meal deal ordered Domino’s will donate $12.50 to the school!</h3><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/7e5e5c06-ef7b-4faf-85fc-ffaf00199eb2?fingerprint=ppb20260227185212" alt="pizza 3" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> </div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/d9a82505-9cef-4ede-8ea1-ab775922229a?fingerprint=ppb20260227185212" alt="pizza 2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> </div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/7a33dd1e-7650-424a-99fc-43f08f9bf918?fingerprint=ppb20260227185212" alt="pizza" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> </div></div><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"> The Cataraqui Woods Elementary School Advisory Council (CWESAC) works together with school staff and families to enrich our children’s school experience through events, communication, fundraising, and community-building. You are invited to stay updated and connect with the Council on <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgroups%2Fcwesac%2F&data=05%7C02%7Casselstinepam%40limestone.on.ca%7C3c643dab0abb442173cc08de2b6b1ee1%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638995936271120079%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=lWO8odjKI6SDCZkylVZc61OX%2FAbGG8N3w2UbUYUqiuY%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Facebook</a>.</h3><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">- SCHOOL HAPPENINGS -</h2><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/8c0659fc-f22c-49d6-9cd9-26aab9bd37eb?fingerprint=ppb20260206174848" alt="Lunch Box Col" width="228" height="55" style="width:228px;height:55px;display:inline-block;float:left">Hot Lunch Reminder</h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">To reduce wasted food, if your child(ren) are going to be away on a day that they've ordered hot lunch, you have the option to pick them up by noon (12 pm). Otherwise, the lunch will go to a child in need.</h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">If you know at least two days in advance of the child's absence on a scheduled delivery day, you can log into your Lunchbox account and cancel your order.</h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Cancel here: <a href="https://www.lunchboxorders.net" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Lunchbox Orders</a></h3><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Kindergarten Registration is Now Open</h2> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/news/kindergarten-registration-is-now-open-2026" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://www.limestone.on.ca/news/kindergarten-registration-is-now-open-2026</a></h3> <img src="/images/0e20a9b0-1a65-46e5-a9f6-f20fb5f94a50?fingerprint=ppb20260224135214" alt="86d75c09 1135 4fc1 8667 d37f1d18fb9f" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/305e379d-c58e-4780-8c5d-7fa19b615b33?fingerprint=ppb20260224135456" alt="36cb27a2 3c9b 4ee5 a559 ec99208654e2" width="627" height="470" style="width:627px;height:470px;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/cb0b3bc9-f0a7-4823-b514-5bf5b7b00166?fingerprint=ppb20260227190646" alt="Paralympic Spirit Day" width="558" height="698" style="width:558px;height:698px;display:inline-block"><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">- COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS -</h2><hr></h3><img src="/images/1a5c8cc0-6fca-4058-99a1-9a7720036e15?fingerprint=ppb20260220162517" alt="2026 02 05 Healthy Relationship with Food Body Newsletter Insert Elementary" width="495" height="619" style="width:495px;height:619px;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/34395eb5-0802-4325-8d1c-42ec66dd26ea?fingerprint=ppb20260213153955" alt="2026 02 12 Monique Gray Smith Facebook Instagram" width="543" height="543" style="width:543px;height:543px;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/c1799844-785d-4a0f-bc51-f3c2900a007e?fingerprint=ppb20260213154228" alt="832b1a4d 1" width="561" height="726" style="width:561px;height:726px;display:inline-block"><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Cat Woods Spirit Wear</h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/57e6b964-472b-44d5-8283-d5ff39ad7132?fingerprint=ppb20251217013816" alt="thumb 16efd6f942e35ca3d655ccdbd6fa874d" width="131" height="75" style="width:131px;height:75px;display:inline-block;float:left">Get your Cat Woods Comets spirit wear here: <a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/cataraquiwoodselementaryschool/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link">Cataraqui Woods Elementary School - eStore (specialtytrophies.ca)</a></h3>

2026-02-27 19:07:37.152 +0000 UTC

Message from the Director - February 20, 2026

Dear Families,I hope everyone had a good, short week following the Family Day Weekend. We have had a small taste of warmer weather recently, though we know there may still be more winter days to come. As we head toward the end of February, I would like to share a few updates with Limestone families:2026-2027 School Year CalendarThank you to everyone who took the time to fill out the 2026-2027 School Year Calendar Survey. Approximately 3,700 responses were submitted from families, staff, and community members. We appreciate your time and providing the feedback.As shared previously, the school year calendar for 2026-2027 presents unique challenges, with Labour Day falling unusually late on September 7, and Easter occurring just four days after March Break. Across all three school boards (Limestone DSB, Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic DSB, and Hastings and Prince Edward County DSB) Option 1 was the preferred choice, and Option 2 ranked second and third, with only marginal differences in support.Following further review of the potential calendars, and considering potential financial implications, it was determined that implementing Option 1 would create additional costs for all three boards. Given that Option 2 very closely aligns with Option 1, differing by only one day and without the associated financial implications, all three boards supported Option 2, with the school year starting September 1 (P.A. Day) and the first day of classes for students on September 2.At Wednesday night’s Board Meeting, the Limestone Board of Trustees approved <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/375540e1-d8af-4e1c-a856-7035ab3f1e4b/2026-2027-School-Year-Calendar-Final.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20260428201347" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Option 2 for the 2026-2027 school year calendar</a>, and this calendar will be submitted to the Ministry of Education for final approval.You Are Invited: Community Event: An Evening with Monique Gray Smith, Author of Braiding Sweetgrass for Young Adults – March 12, 2026Students, families, staff, and community members are invited to a free in-person evening with author Monique Gray Smith. This special event will bring our community together to learn about care, reciprocity, connection to the land, and connection to one another.  Date: March 12, 2026 Time:   6:30 p.m. - Vendors and refreshments                6:45 p.m. - Doors open                7:00 p.m. - Speaker begins Location: Queen's University, Duncan McArthur Hall, 511 Union St., KingstonLight refreshments will be provided, and the first 50 attendees will receive a free copy of her book. <a href="https://bit.ly/LDSBMoniqueGraySmithEvent" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Registration is required</a>. Please <a href="https://bit.ly/LDSBMoniqueGraySmithEvent" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">register online</a> in advance — we look forward to seeing you there!This event has been made possible with the support of the Limestone Learning Foundation, Queen’s University Faculty of Education, and the Limestone District School Board.2026-2027 Virtual School SurveyFamilies interested in enrolling their students in virtual school for the 2026-2027 school year should complete the <a href="https://ca1.voxco.com/S2/?st=fu443Fws9prkkUlLZrFDxwJzvjfy6JjISrxBQtOLRo8%3D&mod=0&dlang=en" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Virtual School Survey.</a> This helps with early planning for the next school year. This virtual school survey is not for registration and families will need to <a href="mailto:virtualk8@limestone.on.ca" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">contact Elementary Virtual School to officially register their students for next year</a>. If you have more than one student interested, please complete the survey for each student. The survey will remain open until Friday, March 13, 2026. Families can <a href="https://ca1.voxco.com/S2/?st=fu443Fws9prkkUlLZrFDxwJzvjfy6JjISrxBQtOLRo8%3D&mod=0&dlang=en" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">access the survey online</a>. If you require a printed survey, please contact Principal <a href="mailto:myerskm@limestone.on.ca" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Kate Myers by e-mail</a>.                <a href="https://ca1.voxco.com/S2/?st=fu443Fws9prkkUlLZrFDxwJzvjfy6JjISrxBQtOLRo8%3D&mod=0&dlang=en" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Access the survey online.</a>Ministry and Board Resources for Math and LiteracyThere are many resources available designed to support your student’s learning in math and literacy, offering engaging activities that can make learning fun and effective for students and families. <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/tutoring" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Visit Limestone’s Online Learning Resources and Tutoring webpage</a> to learn more. Thank you for your ongoing support and engagement in Limestone school communities. We truly value the strong partnership we share with families and look forward to the second half of the 2025-2026 school year continuing positively for students, families, and staff.Krishna BurraDirector of Education

2026-02-20 21:00:23.337 +0000 UTC

Newsletter February 20, 2026

<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;"> </h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/2081c32b-acf4-401e-a286-1f3921589b5b?fingerprint=ppb20251217013311" alt="360 F 553708255 SdXEjSB0UJgpZhlEaDi4EB8SBW5nXlDK" width="462" height="156" style="width:462px;height:156px;display:inline-block"></h3><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Upcoming Events:</h2><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col><col><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">MON, FEB 23</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">TUES, FEB 24</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">WED, FEB 25</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">THURS, FEB 26</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">FRI, FEB 27</th></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Karate Kids</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Costco Reading ProgramGrade 3 Swim to Survive</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Ms. Mailloux's class on field tripPink Shirt DaySkills competition for Lego RoboticsGrade 8 Grad photos</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"> </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"> </td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"> </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"> </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"> </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"> </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"> </td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">MON, MAR 2</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">TUES, MAR 3</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">WED, MAR 4</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">THURS, MAR 5</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 140px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">FRI, MAR 6</th></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Karate Kids</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Costco Reading ProgramGrade 3 Swim to Survive</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"> </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"> </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 140px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"> </td></tr></tbody></table> <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Advisory Council</h2><hr>Keep up to date with Advisory Council on Facebook:<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/cwesparentcouncil/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://www.facebook.com/groups/cwesparentcouncil/</a></h3> <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">- SCHOOL HAPPENINGS -</h2><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/8c0659fc-f22c-49d6-9cd9-26aab9bd37eb?fingerprint=ppb20260206174848" alt="Lunch Box Col" width="228" height="55" style="width:228px;height:55px;display:inline-block;float:left">Hot Lunch Reminder</h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">To reduce wasted food, if your child(ren) are going to be away on a day that they've ordered hot lunch, you have the option to pick them up by noon (12 pm). Otherwise, the lunch will go to a child in need.</h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">If you know at least two days in advance of the child's absence on a scheduled delivery day, you can log into your Lunchbox account and cancel your order.</h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Cancel here: <a href="https://www.lunchboxorders.net" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Lunchbox Orders</a></h3><hr><img src="/images/dc7f5c77-a2b1-4598-aef4-2a4b9d52d34c?fingerprint=ppb20260213154228" alt="ed599230 1" width="530" height="770" style="width:530px;height:770px;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/edccb6fb-575c-4d31-a527-c556e8b8fa56?fingerprint=ppb20260220162359" alt="2026 02 18 2026 Travel For Credit" width="446" height="446" style="width:446px;height:446px;display:inline-block"><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">- COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS -</h2><hr></h3><img src="/images/1a5c8cc0-6fca-4058-99a1-9a7720036e15?fingerprint=ppb20260220162517" alt="2026 02 05 Healthy Relationship with Food Body Newsletter Insert Elementary" width="495" height="619" style="width:495px;height:619px;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/04123cc6-e484-4643-9df4-910549e62fa1?fingerprint=ppb20260220162854" alt="b18aacb0 1" width="499" height="646" style="width:499px;height:646px;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/34395eb5-0802-4325-8d1c-42ec66dd26ea?fingerprint=ppb20260213153955" alt="2026 02 12 Monique Gray Smith Facebook Instagram" width="543" height="543" style="width:543px;height:543px;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/c1799844-785d-4a0f-bc51-f3c2900a007e?fingerprint=ppb20260213154228" alt="832b1a4d 1" width="561" height="726" style="width:561px;height:726px;display:inline-block"><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Cat Woods Spirit Wear</h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/57e6b964-472b-44d5-8283-d5ff39ad7132?fingerprint=ppb20251217013816" alt="thumb 16efd6f942e35ca3d655ccdbd6fa874d" width="131" height="75" style="width:131px;height:75px;display:inline-block;float:left">Get your Cat Woods Comets spirit wear here: <a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/cataraquiwoodselementaryschool/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link">Cataraqui Woods Elementary School - eStore (specialtytrophies.ca)</a></h3>

2026-02-20 16:43:35.975 +0000 UTC