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Choices at 7 Information Nights for the 2026-2027 School Year

Calvin Park PS ATLAS, Challenge, LEAP and CORE Programs<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">December 9, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.</li></ul>Loughborough PS Challenge Program<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">December 10, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.</li></ul>Ernestown Intermediate and SS Gr. 7-8 Challenge Program<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">December 11, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.</li></ul>Please continue to check for the Information Night dates for the Extended French Immersion Programs at Harrowsmith PS, Module de L’Acadie, and Module Vanier. More information about all Choices at 7 Programs is available on the LDSB Website.<img src="/images/a3abb8d6-ace5-4a67-9235-d78c641f3e0e?fingerprint=ppb20251217014531" alt="Choices at 7 Poster" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

2025-10-21 17:39:20.25 +0000 UTC

Prepare for Winter-Related Bus Delays and Cancellations

During the potential inclement weather months (roughly early November to early April), our transportation partner, Tri-Board Student Transportation Services (Tri-Board), works closely with their school bus companies to determine if it is safe to offer school transportation on inclement weather days. School buses function differently than other vehicles, and sometimes, although it is safe for the average family vehicle to travel, it is not safe for a school bus to be on the road. Due to the geographic size of our district, weather conditions can vary significantly from one region to another. As a result, there are times when transportation cancellations may only apply to specific areas experiencing adverse conditions, while other regions remain unaffected. Having to cancel school transportation is understandably disruptive to families, but Tri-Board always puts the safety of their 30,000-plus bus riders first and foremost in their decision-making.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Tips to help make the winter season and bus cancellation days easier for families to manage:</h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Sign up for Bus Status Alerts through Tri-Board’s Student Portal</h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Families should sign up for bus status alerts by creating an account in <a href="https://triboard.ca/student-portal/" class="editor-link">Tri-Board’s Student Portal</a>. Families can add their student to their account, so they are signed up to receive alerts for their specific bus and zone cancellations.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">When all transportation is cancelled across the district, the notification is sent as a general notice from Tri-Board to everyone with an account. Tri-Board does their best to post this alert by 6:00 a.m.</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Tri-Board will be communicating all bus delays and cancellations. The LDSB will not be communicating this information directly with families. The best way to receive communication regarding bus cancellations or delays is through the <a href="https://triboard.ca/student-portal/" class="editor-link">Student Portal</a>.</li></ul><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Have a backup plan for cancellations</h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Tri-Board understands that cancelling transportation is inconvenient for families.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Tri-Board recommends creating a backup plan for alternative travel or childcare when busing is not available. If a student is taken to school when buses are not running, it is the family’s responsibility to arrange for their travel home at the end of the day.</li></ul><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Timing and duration of cancellations</h3>Tri-Board’s decision-making process occurs every morning and they do not normally decide to cancel transportation the night before. This is because conditions change, and Tri-Board wants to make the best decision closest to the time buses are actually on the road in the morning. To avoid students being taken to school by bus and then stranded without transportation home, Tri-Board cancels the transportation for whole day, even if inclement weather is only expected for part of the day. Sometimes weather is not as predicted and this is understandably very frustrating, but student safety is always the priority for Tri-Board.<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">School attendance</h3>The cancellation of school buses does not mean schools are closed. Should the need to close a school arise, that information will be communicated by the LDSB and the individual schools.All parents/guardians are asked to report their student’s absence regardless of the reason, including during bus cancellations. Often, bused students find alternative ways to school, and we want to make sure we know the whereabouts of every student to ensure their safety and well-being. Knowing who is supposed to be at school will allow school office staff to make certain all students are accounted for. Students are asked to ensure they report to their first period class for attendance.Please use the Inclement weather (all transportation types and walkers) option when reporting absences for your student for any inclement weather days when your student will not be attending school.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Secondary Exam Schedule January 22 to January 28, 2026</h2>If buses are cancelled due to inclement weather at the school, exams scheduled on that day will be rescheduled to the next exam day. Subsequent exams in the exam schedule will also be rescheduled to the next exam day.Schools will communicate with families directly through e-mail if the exam schedule is adjusted due to inclement weather and bus cancellations. Information about rescheduled exams will also be posted on school websites. It will be important for families to watch for communication in the event of inclement weather. Students are expected to be present and available to write exams during the entire exam period, from January 22 to January 28, 2026.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Visit Tri-Board’s website for more information, including:</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://triboard.ca/student-portal/" class="editor-link">Sign up for their student portal</a> to view transportation details for specific students and subscribe to bus status alerts for delays and cancellations</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://triboard.ca/snowdays/" class="editor-link">Prepare for winter-related bus delays and cancellations</a></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://triboard.ca/alerts/weather-zones/" class="editor-link">Familiarize yourself with Tri-Board’s Weather Zone Map</a></li></ul><img src="/images/1ae83177-dcaa-491c-b5d0-4d8f5b8a56f3?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" alt="2025 10 01 Sign up for Tri Board Student Portal" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

2025-10-20 20:37:39.63 +0000 UTC

Newsletter October 17, 2025

<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>MON, OCT 20<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Happy Diwali and Happy Bondi Chhor Diwas to all those that celebrate these special holidays</li></ul>FRI, OCT 24<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Mailloux, Griffin, Dowdell, Bryant on a Field Trip</li></ul>TUES, OCT 28<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Deadline for Pumpkin Contest</li></ul>THURS, OCT 30<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Halloween Dance for families from 6:00-8:00pm</li></ul><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Advisory Council</h2><hr><img src="/images/4051963c-2926-46fe-bdfe-ae24df4d1da6?fingerprint=ppb20251217013621" alt="cwesac haloween dance 2025" width="302" height="453" style="width:302px;height:453px;display:inline-block;float:left">Cataraqui Woods Elementary School Advisory Council is pleased to host this year’s Halloween Dance!Admission: This is an all-ages event! $2.50 per person, max of $10 per family. Kids 0-3 are free. Students must be accompanied by an adult.  - Live Music by DJ Tess - Face Painting - Food and Drinks - Games - 50/50 Draw (18+) - Photo BoothDress in your costumes (but no weapons please). This event is open only to members of our school community.  <hr><img src="/images/b2b93d0c-1e61-42dc-803c-750993c6f6e5?fingerprint=ppb20251217014650" alt="pumpkin contest 2025 1" width="628" height="813" style="width:628px;height:813px;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">🎉 Advisory Council Needs Bingo Volunteers! 🎉 Help support our school — just 2 hours of your time can make a big difference!</h2>We're looking for volunteers to help out at Play! Gaming & Entertainment for our school's Bingo fundraising shifts. It’s an easy and fun way to contribute to our school community!👋 What you’ll do: • Greet and welcome guests • Clear dishes and help keep the space tidy • Assist with customer needs🕒 Shift length: Just 2 hours 🧑‍🏫 Training: • Complete a quick 15-minute online training • Shadow an experienced volunteer for one shift📅 Upcoming volunteer dates:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">October 26, 2025 at 12:00pm</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">November 30, 2025 at 12:00pm</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">December 28, 2025 at 12:00pm</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">January 25, 2026 at 12:00pm</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">February 8, 2026 at 4:00pm</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem">March 29, 2026 at 12:00pm</li></ul> 🔗 Ready to get started? 1️. Complete the online training: <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpcga-kingston.ca%2FTraining&data=05%7C02%7Casselstinepam%40limestone.on.ca%7C03411a75f4874c1e2da208ddfada5d7d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638942538157466714%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Iqg0rNPKTOITzwD4YR1c9XRsghVgTTG6vzGGOWXpR3I%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://pcga-kingston.ca/Training</a> 2️. E-mail us at <a href="mailto:cwesbingo@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">cwesbingo@gmail.com</a> to schedule your shadow shift📣 Open to all members of the school community! Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, guardian, teacher, or staff member — we’d love to have your help!<hr><img src="/images/bd8f8ee1-1eb3-4dc0-adb2-37dc5ec328b5?fingerprint=ppb20251217014739" alt="Cat Woods 2025" width="435" height="435" style="width:435px;height:435px;display:inline-block"> 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">Ordering Hot Lunch</h2>Visit:   <a href="https://lunchboxorders.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://lunchboxorders.com/</a> to view menu options and to place an order.  Following are the weekly deadlines for ordering.Weekly Deadlines<table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(240, 240, 240); width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Food orders</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(240, 240, 240); width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Deadline for parents/guardians to place an order: Sunday at 12pm for the upcoming delivery weekDeadline for parents/guardians to cancel an order: 2 days prior to the scheduled delivery</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Milk orders</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Deadline for parents/guardians to place an order: Sunday at 12pm, 2 weeks prior to the upcoming delivery periodDeadline for parents/guardians to cancel an order: Sunday at 12pm, 2 weeks prior to the upcoming delivery period</td></tr></tbody></table><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Lost and Found<img src="/images/f7bc86cb-a37a-41ca-b649-fec1399d5ef9?fingerprint=ppb20251217015254" alt="lost and found free clip art 9" width="176" height="160" style="width:176px;height:160px;display:inline-block;float:right"></h2>Our Lost and Found is steadily growing! If your child is missing a water bottle, hoodie, lunch container, or any other personal item, please encourage them to check the Lost and Found area located near the main office. Unclaimed items will be donated at the end of October, so be sure to take a look soon. <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Supporting Smooth Morning Transitions</h2>Timely arrival plays a key role in helping students begin their day with confidence and ease. We ask that all children arrive on time and join their class cohort in their designated zone. Late arrivals can disrupt classroom routines—especially as students are still learning the flow of morning entry and settling in.If your child does arrive late, please ensure they sign in at the office and proceed promptly to class. To support a calm and focused transition, we kindly encourage parents and guardians to keep drop-offs brief. A quick goodbye helps us guide students directly to their classrooms and maintain a consistent start to the day.If you remain in the front lobby with your child, we assume you are actively engaged with them. In these moments, staff may step away to assist other students who are already in the process of transitioning to class. This helps us ensure that all children receive timely support and direction.For our Kindergarten families, please make sure a staff member is present with your child before leaving the building.Thank you for your cooperation and continued support in helping all students start their day successfully!<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;">SCHEDULE</th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">8:55 - 9:10 AM</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h4 class="editor-heading-h4" dir="ltr">Supervision before school begins; this is the earliest time a student is to arrive at school</h4></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">9:10 AM</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">School Starts</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">9:10 - 10:50 AM</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Instructional Time</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">10:50 - 11:10 AM</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Nutrition Break</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">11:10 - 11:30 AM</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(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">11:30 - 1:10 PM</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Instructional Time</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">1:10 - 1:30 PM</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Nutrition Break</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">1:30 - 1:50 PM</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(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">1:50 - 3:30 PM</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Instructional Time</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">3:30 PM</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Dismissal</td></tr></tbody></table> <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/c99ba37c-12d3-4fca-b544-5f1b9e799036?fingerprint=ppb20251217014853" alt="Screenshot 10 10 2025 13198 www" width="192" height="158" style="width:192px;height:158px;display:inline-block;float:left">Terry Fox Goal Update!</h2>We celebrated a very successful fundraising campaign by raising over $6685!  A new CWES record!  Pies were thrown, heads were shaved, the whole school celebrated!  The school had the pleasure listening to the brave story of Allison Billings and her successful battle with cancer.<h4 class="editor-heading-h4" dir="ltr">A huge thank you to the entire community for their incredible generosity.  An amazing event honouring so many, including our beloved, Lisa Murphy.</h4> <hr><img src="/images/9e719b78-f596-4dfa-8424-6766010b3af8?fingerprint=ppb20251217014448" alt="CWES Staff Parking 2 " width="353" height="296" style="width:353px;height:296px;display:inline-block;float:left"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Please find alternate parking during these times.</h2> <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/ba1a49f0-0925-4396-bd8f-8b77dbdbc342?fingerprint=ppb20251217014726" alt="EarlyON Oct" width="580" height="449" style="width:580px;height:449px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/e237002f-958a-456e-8318-d27dde299d27?fingerprint=ppb20251217015101" alt="ON y va Oct" width="565" height="437" style="width:565px;height:437px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/32c4e672-1060-470f-a795-7d162d3fd292?fingerprint=ppb20251217013501" alt="EarlyON addresses" width="482" height="373" style="width:482px;height:373px;display:inline-block"><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Cat Woods Spirit Wear</h2><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>

2025-10-17 18:47:28.743 +0000 UTC

LDSB Entrepreneur Information Night Oct. 15

Dear Grades 7-12 Families,  You are invited to attend the Limestone District School Board’s (LDSB) Pathways to Possibility: LDSB Entrepreneur Information Night on October 15, 2025, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Fractal Workspace (632 Fortune Crescent) in-person or online! Join us to learn more about this year’s LDSB Young Entrepreneurs in Action Program, connect with entrepreneurial program alumni, and discover how students can bring their business and social enterprise ideas to life this year. Whether you are simply curious or ready to dive in, this event is the perfect place to start!   Please register at the following link: <a href="https://bit.ly/LDSBEntrepreneurInfoNight" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">https://bit.ly/LDSBEntrepreneurInfoNight</a>  To learn more about past student successes, please visit: <a href="https://www.kingstonist.com/news/local-young-entrepreneurs-finding-pathways-to-success/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Kingstonist: Local young entrepreneurs finding pathways to success</a> <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/news/ldsb-entrepreneurship-showcase-april-16-2025-20250415171225" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">LDSB Entrepreneurship Showcase – April 16, 2025</a> <iframe data-lexical-video-id="j5SCxJmW9xk" width="640" height="480" src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/j5SCxJmW9xk" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="true" title="Youtube video"></iframe> We look forward to seeing you there!

2025-10-10 18:08:07.272 +0000 UTC

Newsletter October 10, 2025

<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>MON, OCT 13<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">🦃Happy Thanksgiving - No School</li></ul>TUES, OCT 14<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">🍕Hot Lunch & Milk Starts</li></ul>WED, OCT 15<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Blue Jays Spirit Day - Wear blue or white to support the team!</li></ul>FRI, OCT 17<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Grade 4 Fire Safety Presentation</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Cat Woods sings O Canada at Fronts Hockey Game</li></ul>MON, OCT 20<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Happy Diwali and Happy Bondi Chhor Diwas to all those that celebrate these special holidays</li></ul>FRI, OCT 24<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Mailloux, Griffin, Dowdell, Bryant on a Field Trip</li></ul><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Advisory Council</h2><hr><img src="/images/4051963c-2926-46fe-bdfe-ae24df4d1da6?fingerprint=ppb20251217013621" alt="cwesac haloween dance 2025" width="302" height="453" style="width:302px;height:453px;display:inline-block;float:left">Cataraqui Woods Elementary School Advisory Council is pleased to host this year’s Halloween Dance!Admission: This is an all-ages event! $2.50 per person, max of $10 per family. Kids 0-3 are free. Students must be accompanied by an adult.  - Live Music by DJ Tess - Face Painting - Food and Drinks - Games - 50/50 Draw (18+) - Photo BoothDress in your costumes (but no weapons please). This event is open only to members of our school community.  <hr><img src="/images/b2b93d0c-1e61-42dc-803c-750993c6f6e5?fingerprint=ppb20251217014650" alt="pumpkin contest 2025 1" width="551" height="713" style="width:551px;height:713px;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">🎉 Advisory Council Needs Bingo Volunteers! 🎉 Help support our school — just 2 hours of your time can make a big difference!</h2>We're looking for volunteers to help out at Play! Gaming & Entertainment for our school's Bingo fundraising shifts. It’s an easy and fun way to contribute to our school community!👋 What you’ll do: • Greet and welcome guests • Clear dishes and help keep the space tidy • Assist with customer needs🕒 Shift length: Just 2 hours 🧑‍🏫 Training: • Complete a quick 15-minute online training • Shadow an experienced volunteer for one shift📅 Upcoming volunteer dates:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">October 12, 2025 at 4:00pm</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">October 26, 2025 at 12:00pm</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">November 30, 2025 at 12:00pm</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">December 28, 2025 at 12:00pm</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">January 25, 2026 at 12:00pm</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem">February 8, 2026 at 4:00pm</li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem">March 29, 2026 at 12:00pm</li></ul> 🔗 Ready to get started? 1️. Complete the online training: <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpcga-kingston.ca%2FTraining&data=05%7C02%7Casselstinepam%40limestone.on.ca%7C03411a75f4874c1e2da208ddfada5d7d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638942538157466714%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Iqg0rNPKTOITzwD4YR1c9XRsghVgTTG6vzGGOWXpR3I%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://pcga-kingston.ca/Training</a> 2️. E-mail us at <a href="mailto:cwesbingo@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">cwesbingo@gmail.com</a> to schedule your shadow shift📣 Open to all members of the school community! Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, guardian, teacher, or staff member — we’d love to have your help!<hr><img src="/images/a23601e5-592c-46d3-b241-834e1008bf3a?fingerprint=ppb20251217014516" alt="Cat Woods" width="325" height="325" style="width:325px;height:325px;display:inline-block">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">Ordering Hot Lunch</h2>Visit:   <a href="https://lunchboxorders.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://lunchboxorders.com/</a> to view menu options and to place an order.  Following are the weekly deadlines for ordering.Weekly Deadlines<table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(240, 240, 240); width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Food orders</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(240, 240, 240); width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Deadline for parents/guardians to place an order: Sunday at 12pm for the upcoming delivery weekDeadline for parents/guardians to cancel an order: 2 days prior to the scheduled delivery</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Milk orders</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Deadline for parents/guardians to place an order: Sunday at 12pm, 2 weeks prior to the upcoming delivery periodDeadline for parents/guardians to cancel an order: Sunday at 12pm, 2 weeks prior to the upcoming delivery period</td></tr></tbody></table><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/a69beca6-b802-40cc-92cf-d95864c85775?fingerprint=ppb20251217014545" alt="Misc" width="367" height="206" style="width:367px;height:206px;display:inline-block;float:left">Wear your Jays gear or blue or white for game 3 of the ALCS (American League Championship Series)</h3> <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Lost and Found<img src="/images/f7bc86cb-a37a-41ca-b649-fec1399d5ef9?fingerprint=ppb20251217015254" alt="lost and found free clip art 9" width="176" height="160" style="width:176px;height:160px;display:inline-block;float:right"></h2>Our Lost and Found is steadily growing! If your child is missing a water bottle, hoodie, lunch container, or any other personal item, please encourage them to check the Lost and Found area located near the main office. Unclaimed items will be donated at the end of October, so be sure to take a look soon. <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Supporting Smooth Morning Transitions</h2>Timely arrival plays a key role in helping students begin their day with confidence and ease. We ask that all children arrive on time and join their class cohort in their designated zone. Late arrivals can disrupt classroom routines—especially as students are still learning the flow of morning entry and settling in.If your child does arrive late, please ensure they sign in at the office and proceed promptly to class. To support a calm and focused transition, we kindly encourage parents and guardians to keep drop-offs brief. A quick goodbye helps us guide students directly to their classrooms and maintain a consistent start to the day.If you remain in the front lobby with your child, we assume you are actively engaged with them. In these moments, staff may step away to assist other students who are already in the process of transitioning to class. This helps us ensure that all children receive timely support and direction.For our Kindergarten families, please make sure a staff member is present with your child before leaving the building.Thank you for your cooperation and continued support in helping all students start their day successfully!<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;">SCHEDULE</th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">8:55 - 9:10 AM</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h4 class="editor-heading-h4" dir="ltr">Supervision before school begins; this is the earliest time a student is to arrive at school</h4></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">9:10 AM</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">School Starts</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">9:10 - 10:50 AM</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Instructional Time</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">10:50 - 11:10 AM</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Nutrition Break</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">11:10 - 11:30 AM</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(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">11:30 - 1:10 PM</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Instructional Time</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">1:10 - 1:30 PM</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Nutrition Break</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">1:30 - 1:50 PM</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(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">1:50 - 3:30 PM</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Instructional Time</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">3:30 PM</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Dismissal</td></tr></tbody></table> <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/c99ba37c-12d3-4fca-b544-5f1b9e799036?fingerprint=ppb20251217014853" alt="Screenshot 10 10 2025 13198 www" width="192" height="158" style="width:192px;height:158px;display:inline-block;float:left">Terry Fox Goal Update!</h2>We celebrated a very successful fundraising campaign by raising over $6685!  A new CWES record!  Pies were thrown, heads were shaved, the whole school celebrated!  The school had the pleasure listening to the brave story of Allison Billings and her successful battle with cancer.<h4 class="editor-heading-h4" dir="ltr">A huge thank you to the entire community for their incredible generosity.  An amazing event honouring so many, including our beloved, Lisa Murphy.</h4> <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/e39a1173-f558-410a-8c85-f054e48f9839?fingerprint=ppb20251217015113" alt="FRONTS VARSITY WHITE" width="198" height="120" style="width:198px;height:120px;display:inline-block;float:left"> Sing O Canada at a Fronts Game!</h2>Our school has the opportunity to join other Grade 1-8 students in singing O Canada at a Kingston Frontenacs gam on Friday, October 17, 2025. If your child is interested in participating, please fill out the permission form below. If you'd like to purchase tickets for the game, please scan the QR code.<img src="/images/a0b1c6d3-b3b1-4b38-b9b0-226c83c7b683?fingerprint=ppb20251217014502" alt="O Canada Ticket QR Code 2025" width="111" height="111" style="width:111px;height:111px;display:inline-block;float:left"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="f79a30f6-8deb-4a7d-b5c0-b5d16fc2c044"></ie-document> <hr><img src="/images/9e719b78-f596-4dfa-8424-6766010b3af8?fingerprint=ppb20251217014448" alt="CWES Staff Parking 2 " width="353" height="296" style="width:353px;height:296px;display:inline-block;float:left"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Please find alternate parking during these times.</h2> <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/ba1a49f0-0925-4396-bd8f-8b77dbdbc342?fingerprint=ppb20251217014726" alt="EarlyON Oct" width="580" height="449" style="width:580px;height:449px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/e237002f-958a-456e-8318-d27dde299d27?fingerprint=ppb20251217015101" alt="ON y va Oct" width="565" height="437" style="width:565px;height:437px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/32c4e672-1060-470f-a795-7d162d3fd292?fingerprint=ppb20251217013501" alt="EarlyON addresses" width="482" height="373" style="width:482px;height:373px;display:inline-block"><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Cat Woods Spirit Wear</h2><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>

2025-10-10 17:42:30.95 +0000 UTC

2025 10 06 Help Shape Our Accessibility Plan

Help Shape Our 2026-2029 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan

The Limestone District School Board is committed to fostering accessibility and inclusion for all. We are currently developing our next Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and invite feedback from students, staff, families, and community members.Your input will help ensure our goals reflect the diverse needs and lived experiences across our school communities. Please visit<a href="https://bit.ly/LDSB2025-2029AccessibilityPlan" class="editor-link">bit.ly/LDSB2025-2029AccessibilityPlan</a> to provide input. The survey is open until November 10, 2025 <img src="/images/2c2c3bdb-c4c7-4e22-bf50-c8d92904a1cb?fingerprint=ppb20251217013419" alt="2025 10 06 Help Shape Our Accessibility Plan" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

2025-10-07 14:25:11.669 +0000 UTC

Global News: Grade 8 student plays major role in this year’s National Day of Truth and Reconciliation

On October 3, 2025, Global News featured Marshall Billings, a Grade 8 student at Cataraqui Woods Elementary School, who designed a shirt for National Day of Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. This shirt was available for purchase through the <a href="https://www.kncln.ca/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Kingston Native Centre and Language Nest</a>. To watch the video segment, please visit the following link: <a href="https://globalnews.ca/video/11462859/building-bright-futures-grade-8-student-plays-major-role-in-this-years-national-day-of-truth-and-reconciliation/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Building Bright Futures: Grade 8 student plays major role in this year's National Day of Truth and Reconciliation</a>.

2025-10-06 20:18:46.394 +0000 UTC

Boardroom Briefs in white text on a teal background

Boardroom Briefs: September 17, 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 September 17, 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 Anishinaabek 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">Presentation</h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Facility Services Update: Summer Projects - D. Fowler, Manager of Facility Services, and C. Downie, Assistant Manager of Facility Services</h3>The Facility Services team provided an overview of the capital work that took place at schools throughout the summer. There was a total of 221 projects. Work included floor clean-up; annual testing, inspections, and reporting on fire alarm systems, heating and cooling, etc.; line painting; fencing; door replacements; millwork; access and security; windows, roofing, and cladding; masonry; mechanical services; elevator installation; a new playground at The Prince Charles School; and so much more.<img src="/images/74abffdb-00e2-4575-ac9c-83d18d1d8b44?fingerprint=ppb20251217014056" alt="New playground at The Prince Charles School" width="497" height="372" style="width:497px;height:372px;display:inline-block">The new playground at The Prince Charles School <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Private Session Report</h2><details open="false"><summary>Private Session Report - September 17, 2025</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true">Trustee Lloyd: During private session at the Audit Meeting on September 15, 2025: Superintendent Young and Associate Superintendent Hedderson provided property of the board updates. There was no other business conducted, or motions passed in Private Session.Earlier this evening during Private Session: The private session minutes were approved from the following: August 20, 2025, Regular Board Meeting Trustees discussed a Personnel Update and Legal Update 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 move into the third week of the school year, it has been truly heartening to see our schools come to life once again. Classrooms are buzzing with learning, hallways echo with laughter and conversation, and extracurricular activities are beginning to take shape—bringing students and staff together in meaningful and joyful ways. There is something special about this time of year. The early days of September are filled with renewed energy, fresh routines, and the excitement of new beginnings. Across Limestone, we are already seeing the positive impact of strong relationships, thoughtful planning, and a shared commitment to student well-being and success. We are grateful to our staff for the care and dedication they bring to their work each day, and to families for their continued partnership and support. Together, we are creating welcoming, inclusive environments where every student can thrive—both in and beyond the classroom. On behalf of the Board, thank you for all you do to make our schools vibrant, supportive places to learn and grow. We look forward to the many opportunities this year will bring. This concludes my report." </div></details><details open="false"><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 the viewing public. Overall, and all things considered, I am very pleased to report that Limestone has had a positive start to the 2025-2026 school year. While there is always room for improvement, it is amazing to see everything come together with over 20,500 students and almost 3,000 staff starting the school year in all Limestone sites and the virtual school. Preliminary enrolment numbers are close to projections for both elementary and secondary students. Today was Day 11 of the 2025-2026 school year for students, and it has been wonderful to have students back in schools and to see various activities like sports, clubs, field trips, and great learning already underway helping to support the overall Limestone student experience. We must all recognize and have gratitude for the time and efforts of staff and community members to make all of these extracurricular activities a reality for students. Fall sports, clubs, and activities have started across the district, parent councils are kicking off their school years, and students are involved in a range of activities like the several hundred LDSB students that attended the Fall Fair last week in Kingston or the range of Terry Fox fundraising activities that will come in the next couple of weeks. I have already started my visits to schools, and I greatly look forward to seeing, hearing, and feeling the energy and excitement of learning and fun in Limestone schools.  As we start this school year it is important that we all are conscious of our legal responsibilities under the Ontario Human Rights Code. As a school board, we cannot accept any hate in schools, we must be conscious of the feelings of alienation and lack of faith in public institutions that exists for some people in the communities we serve.  Like in so many other areas in education and society at large, as members of the community, we must continue to emphasize the importance of respecting differences in perspective and being open to dialogue to the maximum extent possible. We must be united in respecting differences given all people share many more similarities than differences. Respect and civility need to be at the forefront. And we must continue to be unequivocally clear that Limestone stands in support of all protected grounds of the Ontario Human Rights Code. The Ontario Human Rights Code is not a checklist where some grounds outweigh others. We need to stand with all students, staff, and families, in protecting all grounds under the Code. It is important to remember that the Code is the law in Ontario, and we have a moral and legal obligation to ensure that it is upheld. Furthermore, our own data based on human rights complaints reinforces our continuing need to be committed to upholding the Code. Additionally, we will be administering Limestone’s second student census later this year which will provide further insight regarding students in the district, and needs in the system. Trustees may have noticed the Orange 'Survivors’ Flag' flying on the second flagpole at the Education Centre. Schools with a second flagpole are doing the same, and in schools without a second flagpole, the Orange flag is prominently on display in the school. Looking ahead to next two weeks, a wide range of activities will be taking place in schools and the community to honour Orange Shirt Day, and the fifth annual National Day of Truth and Reconciliation on Tuesday, September 30. This is a critical date to recognize the harm and trauma of the Residential Schools system, to honour the survivors and their families, and continue our collective learning and journey of reconciliation. Schools continue to have a critical role in supporting this journey and ensuring the truth is known about Residential Schools and their legacy in Canada. In the next couple of weeks, we will be kicking off the annual United Way of KFL&A campaign in Limestone. I invite all Trustees to join this effort. As you will hear, Limestone’s Student Trustees and their peers on the Interschool Council will also be engaging in raising funds this year to support the United Way. No amount is too little, and every dollar matters in supporting some of the most vulnerable children, youth, and families in the communities we serve. I would also like to bring to Trustees’ attention to the professional learning focus we continue to pursue in Limestone for the 2025-2026 school year. We must continue to hone our craft to best serve students. While this work will not be completed this year, I think it is critical to highlight its importance in ensuring schools are making a difference for all students today, and into their futures. We need all Limestone students to find purpose in school, to find value in school, and to find hope in school. We know this is not the case for all students. While we do have to track, monitor, and report on the 11 indicators in the provincial Student Achievement Plan, we must continue to centre those students who are currently underserved, and not currently finding success. As a result, our system focus this year for professional learning, continues to centre our attention on students, and continuing the work we started three years ago focused on three inquiry questions: First, for whom is the current education system not working and why? Second, how do I/we know? And third, what can I/we try to do differently to make a difference? It is only through improving outcomes at the individual student level that we will see macro-level improvement on the province’s three core priorities and Student Achievement Plan, and the Limestone Strategic Plan. I should note that 2024-2025 EQAO results should become public in the next couple of weeks. As educators and as a system, we have a critical responsibility in supporting children and youth in the communities we serve. Our overall purpose is well placed by emphasizing our intention to make a positive difference in the lives of every student, in every classroom, in every school; and to make sure everyone sees themselves in Limestone. All educators want to make a difference in the lives and destinies of children and youth. Our continued journey of inquiry and our united, stated intention will focus our collective efforts. I look forward to more discussion and updates regarding our progress in the coming days, weeks, months, and years. Thank you, Chair McGregor. That concludes my report." </div></details><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Reports</h2><details open="false"><summary>OPSBA Report</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true">Chair McGregor provided an OPSBA report.</div></details><details open="false"><summary>Student Trustees' Report</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true">Student Trustee Comeau provided the Student Trustees' Report: "Representatives from all schools came to the first meeting. Student Trustees introduced themselves and discussed the purpose of the Interschool Council (ISC). Then the council focused on goals for the upcoming school year and steps to put those goals into action. Across all goals there was a focus on improving student involvement in schools. Mr. Burra and a United Way presenter then joined the meeting to introduce United Way and discuss raising money for it in schools. ISC members then worked together to come up with ideas to implement funding for United Way so that they can be successful in their individual schools.  Finally, the description and applications for the Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee student positions were sent out in the meeting minutes via e-mail." </div></details><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Reports for Action</h3>There were no Reports for Action.<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Reports for Information</h3><details open="true"><summary>Virtual School Update - Associate Superintendent Sartor</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true">The purpose of this report is to provide Trustees with an update on Virtual School, and goals for the 2025/2026 school year. As of September 10, 2025, a total of 103 students were enrolled in elementary virtual school: 55 LDSB students and 48 Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board (KPRDSB) students. This is an increase over the 2024-2025 school year in which 86 students were registered in virtual school.The school organization currently is comprised of 5 classes which includes: <table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr dir="ltr"><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" dir="ltr" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);">Class</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" dir="ltr" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);"># Students</th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" dir="ltr" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);">JK-Grade 2</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">16</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" dir="ltr" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);">Grade 3-4</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">19</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" dir="ltr" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);">Grade 4-6</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">21</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" dir="ltr" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);">Grade 6-7</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">22</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" dir="ltr" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);">Grade 7-8</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">25</td></tr></tbody></table>To date, LDSB has registered 28 students from other districts which include Durham DSB, Renfrew County DSB, Trillium Lakelands DSB, Chippewas of Rama First Nation/Simcoe Muskoka Catholic DSB, Waterloo Catholic DSB, Greater Essex County DSB and Simcoe DSB. Next steps include:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Staff professional learning focused on building strong math and language programs that close gaps for those students in risk using short cycles of learning and ongoing progress monitoring. Learning will include: o implementing Knowledgehook (an online Math program) with students and offering family information sessions o using math diagnostic data to identify and provide targeted fluency activities as part of the daily math program. o participating in short math cycles to improve math pedagogy o using early reading screeners and diagnostic data to identify literacy learning gaps and then provide targeted instruction </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Implementing a targeted approach to address students with higher academic needs. This support is accomplished through Student Support Teacher (SST) meetings, small group instruction with classroom teachers and the support of St. Lawrence College (SLC) placement students </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Building a positive attendance plan by building relationships with students and families </li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Reinforcing the importance of daily attendance in the online learning platform through regular communication with students and families For more information, please view the <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/a78fcc81-6237-4919-9439-33ea4be4e29a/LDSB-Regular-Board-Meeting-Agenda-September-17-2025.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217014545" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Board Meeting Agenda</a>.</li></ul></div></details><details open="true"><summary>Summer Programming - Program Leadership Team</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true">The purpose of this report is to provide Trustees with an update on summer programming that was offered to Limestone DSB students and staff during July and August 2025. The LDSB continues to offer a wide variety of summer programming options for K12 students. The Program Leadership Team provided updates on the following programs:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Summer Literacy Program (Read-A-Lot)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Focus on Youth Program - YMCA of Eastern Ontario</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Summer Credit Programs (Secondary)</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Back to School Transitions</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Literacy Camp Support</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Adolescent Care Worker for Summer School and Read-A-Lot Summer Literacy Program</li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Learning Program Support for Summer School</li><li value="8" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Sundance Youth Facility</li><li value="9" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Social Work Support</li><li value="10" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Psychiatry Pilot</li><li value="11" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Intensive Skills Y-Training</li><li value="12" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Behaviour Management Systems Training</li><li value="13" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Violence Threat Risk Assessment Level 1 Training</li><li value="14" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">MH Lit - Mental Health in Action</li><li value="15" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Gould Lake Outdoor Education</li><li value="16" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Nature Camp for Students in Grades 1 to 4</li><li value="17" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Outdoor Escape for Students in Grades 5 to 6</li><li value="18" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Quest for Students in Grades 7 to 8</li><li value="19" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Girls Adventure Program for Students in Grades 7 to 8</li><li value="20" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Outreach for Students in Grades 9 to 10</li><li value="21" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Outdoor Pursuits for Students in Grades 10 to 11</li><li value="22" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Outdoor Skills for Students in Grades 10 to 11</li><li value="23" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Wilderness Instructor Course for Students in Grades 11 to 12</li><li value="24" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Kayak Instructor Course for Students in Grades 11 to 12</li></ul> For more information, please view the <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/a78fcc81-6237-4919-9439-33ea4be4e29a/LDSB-Regular-Board-Meeting-Agenda-September-17-2025.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217014545" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Board Meeting Agenda</a>.<img src="/images/4cc033ae-9dd1-46f5-b0b3-1c36dff64904?fingerprint=ppb20251217013727" alt="A group of students preparing canoes next to water" width="573" height="322" style="width:573px;height:322px;display:inline-block"> </div></details><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Notices of Motion</h2>Motion brought forward by Trustee Lloyd: “With the support of Trustees, the Chair of the Board write a letter indicating that the Board of Limestone DSB Trustees affirm the critical role of Trustees as democratically elected and accountable public officials, and calls on the Minister of Education and the provincial government to abandon any potential proposal to systematically remove Trustees or abolish elected district School Boards. Additionally, that this letter be communicated to the Minister of Education, Ministry of Education, all Ontario School Boards, Trustee associations, Student Trustee associations and local MPPs.”

2025-10-06 19:45:48.094 +0000 UTC

Newsletter October 3, 2025

<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>MON, OCT 6<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">🏐Senior boys volleyball tryouts this week</li></ul>THURS, OCT 9<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Spiri Day: Wear green to honour Ms. Murphy (former teacher)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">🚶Terry Fox Walk</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">⚽Jr Boys Soccer Game at Lancaster</li></ul>FRI, OCT 10<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">PA Day - no school</li></ul>SUN, OCT 12<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">🍕Deadline to order hot lunch & milk for this week</li></ul>MON, OCT 13<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">🦃Thanksgiving - no school</li></ul>FRI, OCT 17<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Grade 4 Fire Safety Presentation</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Cat Woods sings O Canada at Fronts Hockey Game</li></ul> <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Parent Council Corner</h2><img src="/images/af60469d-4dcc-4597-83cb-5c1cb579a6ba?fingerprint=ppb20251217014637" alt="Dominos" width="336" height="336" style="width:336px;height:336px;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">🎉 Parent Council Needs Bingo Volunteers! 🎉 Help support our school — just 2 hours of your time can make a big difference!</h2>We're looking for volunteers to help out at Play! Gaming & Entertainment for our school's Bingo fundraising shifts. It’s an easy and fun way to contribute to our school community!👋 What you’ll do: • Greet and welcome guests • Clear dishes and help keep the space tidy • Assist with customer needs🕒 Shift length: Just 2 hours 🧑‍🏫 Training: • Complete a quick 15-minute online training • Shadow an experienced volunteer for one shift📅 Upcoming volunteer dates:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">October 12, 2025 at 4:00pm</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">October 26, 2025 at 12:00pm</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">November 30, 2025 at 12:00pm</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">December 28, 2025 at 12:00pm</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">January 25, 2026 at 12:00pm</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem">February 8, 2026 at 4:00pm</li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem">March 29, 2026 at 12:00pm</li></ul> 🔗 Ready to get started? 1️. Complete the online training: <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpcga-kingston.ca%2FTraining&data=05%7C02%7Casselstinepam%40limestone.on.ca%7C03411a75f4874c1e2da208ddfada5d7d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638942538157466714%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Iqg0rNPKTOITzwD4YR1c9XRsghVgTTG6vzGGOWXpR3I%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://pcga-kingston.ca/Training</a> 2️. E-mail us at <a href="mailto:cwesbingo@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">cwesbingo@gmail.com</a> to schedule your shadow shift📣 Open to all members of the school community! Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, guardian, teacher, or staff member — we’d love to have your help!<hr><img src="/images/a23601e5-592c-46d3-b241-834e1008bf3a?fingerprint=ppb20251217014516" alt="Cat Woods" width="325" height="325" style="width:325px;height:325px;display:inline-block">Keep up to date with Parent 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"><img src="/images/f7bc86cb-a37a-41ca-b649-fec1399d5ef9?fingerprint=ppb20251217015254" alt="lost and found free clip art 9" width="176" height="160" style="width:176px;height:160px;display:inline-block;float:right">Lost and Found</h2>Our Lost and Found is steadily growing! If your child is missing a water bottle, hoodie, lunch container, or any other personal item, please encourage them to check the Lost and Found area located near the main office. Unclaimed items will be donated at the end of October, so be sure to take a look soon.<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Supporting Smooth Morning Transitions</h2>Timely arrival plays a key role in helping students begin their day with confidence and ease. We ask that all children arrive on time and join their class cohort in their designated zone. Late arrivals can disrupt classroom routines—especially as students are still learning the flow of morning entry and settling in.If your child does arrive late, please ensure they sign in at the office and proceed promptly to class. To support a calm and focused transition, we kindly encourage parents and guardians to keep drop-offs brief. A quick goodbye helps us guide students directly to their classrooms and maintain a consistent start to the day.If you remain in the front lobby with your child, we assume you are actively engaged with them. In these moments, staff may step away to assist other students who are already in the process of transitioning to class. This helps us ensure that all children receive timely support and direction.For our Kindergarten families, please make sure a staff member is present with your child before leaving the building.Thank you for your cooperation and continued support in helping all students start their day successfully!<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;">SCHEDULE</th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">8:55 - 9:10 AM</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h4 class="editor-heading-h4" dir="ltr">Supervision before school begins; this is the earliest time a student is to arrive at school</h4></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">9:10 AM</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">School Starts</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">9:10 - 10:50 AM</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Instructional Time</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">10:50 - 11:10 AM</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Nutrition Break</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">11:10 - 11:30 AM</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(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">11:30 - 1:10 PM</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Instructional Time</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">1:10 - 1:30 PM</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Nutrition Break</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">1:30 - 1:50 PM</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(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">1:50 - 3:30 PM</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Instructional Time</td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">3:30 PM</th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Dismissal</td></tr></tbody></table> <hr> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/e2909eac-ce63-4c18-b78c-9627b2a90b81?fingerprint=ppb20251217015101" alt="Terry Fox Walk" width="383" height="215" style="width:383px;height:215px;display:inline-block;float:left">Just a quick update as we approach 2 weeks into our Terry Fox Fundraising Campaign.  At the onset of the campaign, we decided to set a lofty goal of raising $5,000. As of today, we are approaching $2,500 in total donations!!Thank you for your continued support and generosity.  We are still confident that we can reach our goal!  A reminder to all that the classroom that raises the most money will earn a free pizza party!  As well, if we hit our target, some students will be throwing pies at their teachers as well as witnessing some get their hair cut on stage in front of the whole school!If possible, we are asking you to donate and/or SHARE the link (or QR code) below to assist in further donations that will  help make a difference in the lives of cancer patients and their families today and in the future.Donations can be made in two different ways: <ol class="editor-list-ol"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Please visit our website,  <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fterryfox.us9.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3D9c16f8b6c2b735d53eb75ef97%26id%3D4512ff951a%26e%3Db20046ae60&data=05%7C02%7Cdewysr%40limestone.on.ca%7C58e40afccf7d4674ed1d08dde4984e66%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638918065090240733%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=1uZ35zwv3pj4cvIK3hjnToLL6S%2BxS5%2Bn5bcY91UXg5c%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">https://schools.terryfox.ca/CataraquiWoodsPSKingston</a>     (or  scan the QR code)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem editor-nested-listitem"><ol class="editor-list-ol"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">From there, you can click on “Donate”</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Then click on “Donate to this school” or “Donate to a classroom”</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">If you donate to a classroom, please click on the “Team Name” of which you want to donate.</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">From there, please fill out required information.</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">Tax Receipt information is also available there.</li></ol></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Please send in money with your child to school where it will be collected and donated to the Terry Fox Foundation.</li></ol>Donations can be made up until Thursday, October 9th. Thank you for continuing to uphold Terry's enduring legacy and inspire future generations in the fight against cancer! We look forward to having a terrific Terry Fox School Run at Cataraqui Woods Elementary School!Your Terry Fox Fundraising Team,Rick De Wys, David Rankine, Jennifer Volk</h3><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Walking for Ms. Murphy</h3> <img src="/images/1d227a51-2aa3-4450-86ae-890f143174e8?fingerprint=ppb20251217013257" alt="Lisa School Photo 2022" width="100" height="120" style="width:100px;height:120px;display:inline-block;float:left"> As we take part in this year's Terry Fox Walk, we want to remember Ms. Murphy, or as many of us called her, Murph Dwag. Ms. Murphy was a beloved teacher here at Cat Woods from 2019 to 2023. Ms. Murphy is remembered for her warmth, great sense of humour and her dedication to her students. She fought and won her first battle with breast cancer, but when the cancer returned, she chose to keep it private. She didn't want us to see her sick, she wanted to be remembered the was she was: Pretty, bright, funny, smiling and full of life. Her favourite colour was green, so for our Terry Fox walk, let's wear green, walk with a smile, share a laugh, and carry her spirit with us. This walk is for her and for everyone who inspires us to keep going.<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/e39a1173-f558-410a-8c85-f054e48f9839?fingerprint=ppb20251217015113" alt="FRONTS VARSITY WHITE" width="198" height="120" style="width:198px;height:120px;display:inline-block;float:left"> Sing O Canada at a Fronts Game!</h2>Our school has the opportunity to join other Grade 1-8 students in singing O Canada at a Kingston Frontenacs gam on Friday, October 17, 2025. If your child is interested in participating, please fill out the permission form below. If you'd like to purchase tickets for the game, please scan the QR code.<img src="/images/a0b1c6d3-b3b1-4b38-b9b0-226c83c7b683?fingerprint=ppb20251217014502" alt="O Canada Ticket QR Code 2025" width="111" height="111" style="width:111px;height:111px;display:inline-block;float:left"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="f79a30f6-8deb-4a7d-b5c0-b5d16fc2c044"></ie-document> <hr><img src="/images/9e719b78-f596-4dfa-8424-6766010b3af8?fingerprint=ppb20251217014448" alt="CWES Staff Parking 2 " width="353" height="296" style="width:353px;height:296px;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/9519a0f6-9801-4552-852e-4184351e7410?fingerprint=ppb20251217014409" alt="Concussion Guide for Parents and Caregivers 1" width="413" height="535" style="width:413px;height:535px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/280621f0-ac46-4001-a726-f6b21e958e0c?fingerprint=ppb20251217013352" alt="Concussion Guide for Parents and Caregivers 2" width="410" height="531" style="width:410px;height:531px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/e8b79394-900d-4bf7-ba2f-a8e77a46058a?fingerprint=ppb20251217015139" alt="Concussion Guide for Parents and Caregivers 3" width="407" height="527" style="width:407px;height:527px;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/ba1a49f0-0925-4396-bd8f-8b77dbdbc342?fingerprint=ppb20251217014726" alt="EarlyON Oct" width="580" height="449" style="width:580px;height:449px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/e237002f-958a-456e-8318-d27dde299d27?fingerprint=ppb20251217015101" alt="ON y va Oct" width="565" height="437" style="width:565px;height:437px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/32c4e672-1060-470f-a795-7d162d3fd292?fingerprint=ppb20251217013501" alt="EarlyON addresses" width="482" height="373" style="width:482px;height:373px;display:inline-block"><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Cat Woods Spirit Wear</h2><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>

2025-10-03 19:01:06.944 +0000 UTC

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day

<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/campaigns/national-day-truth-reconciliation.html&data=05%7c02%7cgrangea%40limestone.on.ca%7c87ce6a439c57468efa6808ddff5a75bd%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c638947486305511600%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&sdata=DIS/a3j7GXvfLU7XuNmOfbfr7jBc1v0hrJHWCPn7JCc%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">National Day for Truth and Reconciliation</a> and <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://orangeshirtday.org/&data=05%7c02%7cgrangea%40limestone.on.ca%7c87ce6a439c57468efa6808ddff5a75bd%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c638947486305538772%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&sdata=zM/pcw3PwSVsqhpvx3UIpu%2B5mDKSfePkXStX8saJIJc%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Orange Shirt Day</a> are held annually on September 30.This day invites us to engage intentionally in learning about the Residential School System, and the true history of relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in Canada. It is a time to mourn the children who never returned home, and to honour the Survivors, their families, and their communities.  This day is part of a broader conversation about colonization and systemic inequities. As we learn, it is essential to recognize and uplift Indigenous resilience and resistance, which continue to shape and strengthen communities across the country. On September 30, all LDSB schools, education centres, and sites will lower all school flags to half-mast, in observance of this day. The LDSB Indigenous Education team has put in significant work for supporting a wide range of learning across the system, including the recent launch of Limestone's access to On-Core. On-Core is an online learning platform that provides teachers with high-quality, curriculum-aligned resources. This site will help ensure that all staff have access to meaningful tools that support culturally responsive and inclusive teaching. In addition, LDSB Indigenous student-designed shirts were being sold this past weekend at the <a href="https://www.kncln.ca/news/orange-shirt-day-2025" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Kingston Native Centre and Language Nest</a>, located at 218 Concession Street, during their Maawnjiding Market. Shirts will also be available today at Confederation Park 1:00-5:30 p.m. for Kingston National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. In addition to wearing an orange shirt on September 30, you can: <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Review the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://ehprnh2mwo3.exactdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Calls_to_Action_English2.pdf&data=05%7c02%7cgrangea%40limestone.on.ca%7c87ce6a439c57468efa6808ddff5a75bd%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c638947486305562068%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&sdata=5/cv5t9jAJ%2Bt%2BhF00F%2BOrJqCgEMa1oXpxhj15UUH/KI%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">94 Calls to Action.</a>  </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Read books that share authentic Indigenous voices and experiences. </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Volunteer with Indigenous-led organizations that support community healing and empowerment. </li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Support Indigenous artists by purchasing their work and sharing their stories. </li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Watch Indigenous films and documentaries to deepen your understanding through storytelling. </li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Attend public Indigenous events in the community to listen, learn, and build respectful relationships. A list of events can be found on the <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.queensu.ca/indigenous/truth-and-reconciliation/2025-events-and-initiatives&data=05%7c02%7cgrangea%40limestone.on.ca%7c87ce6a439c57468efa6808ddff5a75bd%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c638947486305572555%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&sdata=r9mKZzUysW89JAS7XaTFx2gviOCdwWr017jgbRwk0zM%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Queen's University Office of Indigenous Initiatives</a> web page.  </li></ul>We understand that some students, staff, and families may wish to have additional support throughout this week. If you require immediate assistance, you can call the support lines shared below:    <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">The National Indian Residential School Crisis Line provides 24-hour crisis support to former Indian Residential School students and their families toll-free at 1-866-925-4419.    </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Individuals impacted by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls are encouraged to contact the MMIWG Crisis Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649.    </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">First Nations, Inuit and Métis seeking immediate emotional support can contact the Hope for Wellness Help Line toll-free at 1-855-242-3310, or by online chat at <a href="https://www.hopeforwellness.ca" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">hopeforwellness.ca</a>.  </li></ul>For more information about Indigenous Education with Limestone, please visit the <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.limestone.on.ca/indigenous-education&data=05%7c02%7cgrangea%40limestone.on.ca%7c87ce6a439c57468efa6808ddff5a75bd%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c638947486305582894%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&sdata=RAkrwy0A7pchgVAfGCoS3FCiPZBWzay4IzmDWiSfw7Q%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Indigenous Education page</a>.

2025-09-30 15:35:20.266 +0000 UTC

Newsletter September 26, 2025

<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>TUES, SEPT 30Spirit Day: Wear an orange shirt for National Truth & Reconciliation DayWED, OCT 1School Picture DayTHURS, OCT 2Social Media presentation for Grades 7 & 84:30 - 5:30 pm School Open HouseTHURS, OCT 9Spiri Day: Wear green to honour Ms. Murphy (former teacher)Terri Fox WalkJr Boys Soccer Game at LancasterFRI, OCT 10PA Day - no school<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Parent Council Corner</h2><img src="/images/af60469d-4dcc-4597-83cb-5c1cb579a6ba?fingerprint=ppb20251217014637" alt="Dominos" width="336" height="336" style="width:336px;height:336px;display:inline-block"><hr>🎉 Parent Council Needs Bingo Volunteers! 🎉 Help support our school — just 2 hours of your time can make a big difference!We're looking for volunteers to help out at Play! Gaming & Entertainment for our school's Bingo fundraising shifts. It’s an easy and fun way to contribute to our school community!👋 What you’ll do: • Greet and welcome guests • Clear dishes and help keep the space tidy • Assist with customer needs🕒 Shift length: Just 2 hours 🧑‍🏫 Training: • Complete a quick 15-minute online training • Shadow an experienced volunteer for one shift📅 Upcoming volunteer dates:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> October 12, 2025 at 4:00pm</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">October 26, 2025 at 12:00pm</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">November 30, 2025 at 12:00pm</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">December 28, 2025 at 12:00pm</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">January 25, 2026 at 12:00pm</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem">February 8, 2026 at 4:00pm</li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem">March 29, 2026 at 12:00pm</li></ul> 🔗 Ready to get started? 1️. Complete the online training: <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpcga-kingston.ca%2FTraining&data=05%7C02%7Casselstinepam%40limestone.on.ca%7C03411a75f4874c1e2da208ddfada5d7d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638942538157466714%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Iqg0rNPKTOITzwD4YR1c9XRsghVgTTG6vzGGOWXpR3I%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://pcga-kingston.ca/Training</a> 2️. E-mail us at <a href="mailto:cwesbingo@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">cwesbingo@gmail.com</a> to schedule your shadow shift📣 Open to all members of the school community! Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, guardian, teacher, or staff member — we’d love to have your help!<hr><img src="/images/a23601e5-592c-46d3-b241-834e1008bf3a?fingerprint=ppb20251217014516" alt="Cat Woods" width="325" height="325" style="width:325px;height:325px;display:inline-block">Keep up to date with Parent 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><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Reporting Student Absences</h3><img src="/images/4e74c737-7240-4727-b1c7-d63060359405?fingerprint=ppb20251217013727" alt="pafearrival" width="154" height="155" style="width:154px;height:155px;display:inline-block;float:left">Please use the Safe Arrival system to report your child's absence or late arrival; do not call the school to report an absence. If your child is going to be absent or late to learning, please ensure you use the Safe Arrival system to report the absence. How to report your absence:1. Toll-free telephone<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Call 1-855-257-9349 toll-free to report an absence using the automated phone system.</li></ul>2. School Messenger App<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Use your mobile device to download and install the free SchoolMessenger blue app from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store, the <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgo.schoolmessenger.com%2F%23%2Fhome&data=05%7C02%7Casselstinepam%40limestone.on.ca%7C76793015e1a24b5b5ca708ddf2068093%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638932831920437211%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=vN0K5IR9Y2Df64vAq6PeWlg7za9hOELcGUmYVgHbJBM%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://go.schoolmessenger.com/#/home. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">SchoolMessenger website portal</a>, or from within the LDSB mobile app.</li></ul><ol start="2" class="editor-list-ol"><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">The first time you use the app, you must select Sign Up to create your account. Please ensure you use the same email address your student’s school has on file. If you do not use that same email address, you will not be able to create an account, or may not be able to see the "Attendance" option. You may have already created an account when we introduced the Communicate broadcast system.</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Select Attendance, then select Report an Absence and follow the prompts.</li></ol>3. SchoolMessenger SafeArrival Website Portal<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Visit the <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgo.schoolmessenger.ca%2F%23%2Faccount%2Flogin&data=05%7C02%7Casselstinepam%40limestone.on.ca%7C76793015e1a24b5b5ca708ddf2068093%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638932831920452812%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=%2BS0UyC6YsNZReht7qIWARvZ4KewFiA%2FjA0aehd5P%2FOY%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://go.schoolmessenger.ca/#/account/login. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">SchoolMessenger website portal</a>.</li></ul><ol start="2" class="editor-list-ol"><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">The first time you use the app, you must select Sign Up to create your account. Please ensure you use the same email address your student’s school has on file. If you do not use that same email address, you will not be able to create an account, or may not be able to see the "Attendance" option. You may have already created an account when we introduced the Communicate broadcast system.</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Select Attendance, then Report an Absence and follow the prompts.</li></ol><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Tuesday, September 30</h3><img src="/images/5ccea8f5-2d90-4fb5-afc4-a58d88a34408?fingerprint=ppb20251217013844" alt="Truth and Reconciliation Graphic" width="281" height="281" style="width:281px;height:281px;display:inline-block"><h4 class="editor-heading-h4" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Students are encouraged to wear orange on this day.</h4><hr><img src="/images/a7cdf150-bd01-4dc0-a668-c642b1acef17?fingerprint=ppb20251217014545" alt="School photo flyer 1" width="273" height="397" style="width:273px;height:397px;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/21f280c2-8f89-4d6d-8343-39b413ff7a1c?fingerprint=ppb20251217013324" alt="OCT 2 PAUL DAVIS" width="206" height="289" style="width:206px;height:289px;display:inline-block;float:left"><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">This presentation will be presented to the grade 7 and 8s on October 2nd.</h3> <hr><img src="/images/a917cb0c-fb12-4383-ab56-11ba940c4c24?fingerprint=ppb20251217014559" alt="Cat Woods Open House" width="291" height="364" style="width:291px;height:364px;display:inline-block"><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><hr><img src="/images/e2909eac-ce63-4c18-b78c-9627b2a90b81?fingerprint=ppb20251217015101" alt="Terry Fox Walk" width="383" height="215" style="width:383px;height:215px;display:inline-block;float:left">Our big goal this year is to raise $5,000! And if we meet it, there are some awesome things planned to celebrate!Donations can be made online at <a href="https://schools.terryfox.ca/CataraquiWoodsPSKingston" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://schools.terryfox.ca/CataraquiWoodsPSKingston</a>Or students can bring cash to the school.</h3><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Walking for Ms. Murphy</h3> <img src="/images/1d227a51-2aa3-4450-86ae-890f143174e8?fingerprint=ppb20251217013257" alt="Lisa School Photo 2022" width="100" height="120" style="width:100px;height:120px;display:inline-block;float:left"> As we take part in this year's Terry Fox Walk, we want to remember Ms. Murphy, or as many of us called her, Murph Dwag. Ms. Murphy was a beloved teacher here at Cat Woods from 2019 to 2023. Ms. Murphy is remembered for her warmth, great sense of humour and her dedication to her students. She fought and won her first battle with breast cancer, but when the cancer returned, she chose to keep it private. She didn't want us to see her sick, she wanted to be remembered the was she was: Pretty, bright, funny, smiling and full of life. Her favourite colour was green, so for our Terry Fox walk, let's wear green, walk with a smile, share a laugh, and carry her spirit with us. This walk is for her and for everyone who inspires us to keep going.<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">- Community Happenings -</h2><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Cat Woods Spirit Wear</h2><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>

2025-09-26 19:21:20.595 +0000 UTC

City of Kingston School Travel Survey

The City of Kingston, in partnership with community agencies and local school boards, including Limestone DSB, are conducting an optional survey to better understand how students travel to and from school in Kingston. By taking part, you will also enter your school in a chance to win a free bike rack!Your responses will provide valuable insights into travel patterns and help inform future active school travel initiatives, such as new policies, programs, and infrastructure improvements. This survey is intended to be conducted at regular intervals in the future to determine how travel patterns may be changing over time.All responses will remain anonymous, and the data will be used to improve safety, accessibility, and convenience for families.The survey will take about 5-10 minutes to complete. We recommend you use a larger screen, if possible, like a laptop or monitor.Access the survey online before October 13, 2025: <a href="https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/452743b308de44aab7f667f8957f0861?portalUrl=https://cityofkingston.maps.arcgis.com" target="_blank" class="editor-link">Take the survey online</a>.Thank you for your time and your feedback.

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City of Kingston School Travel Survey