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Polson Family Update: June 7, 2026
<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 7, 2026</strong></b></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/b1162bf9-2c61-4e5c-909b-055ed3c55fc8?fingerprint=ppb20260607140005" alt="IMG 1689" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">What's Happening at Polson </strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June is a busy month at Polson with many field trips, sporting events, and special activities including ultimate frisbee, track & field and a French cafe. Many thanks to teachers who volunteer their time to coach and organize these special events. </strong></b></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are wrapping up EQAO assessments on Monday, and we will say farewell to our LDSB tutors, Mackenzie and Charlotte later this week. They have been working with our grade three and six students and collaborating with our team to prepare our students. Merci beaucoup!</strong></b></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/5a2dd9dc-0aeb-473a-be0c-e2676a9d2063?fingerprint=ppb20260607140005" alt="IMG 1700" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mme Fischer's class met some alpacas at Ruby's farm.</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/077ec011-8915-4d37-b3cc-19c94245c750?fingerprint=ppb20260606200005" alt="IMG 9412 (1)" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Polson SAC Fun Fair!</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This week, we are also looking forward to our our annual Polson Fun Fair organized by our parent council. Proceeds raised will go towards improving our playground with the purchase of a replacement slide for one of our climbers. Hope you can join us!</strong></b></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/2430eeb8-b7b0-4c35-aa11-6716e89b0e5d?fingerprint=ppb20260607140005" alt="IMG 1695" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Track & Field</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Congratulations to all the amazing Polson athletes who</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">competed at the Regional Meet! The coaches are so proud of the</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">effort and determination on display by each of the athletes. There were so many</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">great moments of personal growth, personal bests, and teamwork! 3 of our 4 relay teams have advanced to the</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">District Championships next Tuesday, June 9th. We also have 14 individual</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">athletes competing in events. Thank you to</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">our staff coaches and volunteers. Merci M.</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ormiston for taking the lead on organizing and coaching. Go Panthers!</span></h3><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><br></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/58654038-b767-452e-bffb-72fd50446b27?fingerprint=ppb20260607140005" alt="IMG 1704" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Red Shirt Day in support of accessibility and inclusive spaces during AccessAbility Week!</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/5d9af953-7232-4ed0-bab0-5fba63a741e8?fingerprint=ppb20260607140005" alt="IMG 1354" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Final Running Club Practice! Thank you, coaches!</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Lunch is Ready! Free Lunch Program</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you missed registering for the spring session that runs </span><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">from April 13 to June 19,2026, please reach out to the school directly. Next week will be our final delivery!</em></i></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;"><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you have any questions or need support, please contact The Food Sharing Project office by emailing info@foodsharingproject.org or calling 613-530-3514.</em></i></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Program Info link: </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffoodsharingproject.store%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cpachecoa%40limestone.on.ca%7C81dce7b1a2f148b2252b08de30f2a2e5%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639002016139293721%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=t81gjSN5JQsvr7lgIgGVlTvLU%2FmBz%2BA6DLA5wxHvCh8%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="Original URL: https://foodsharingproject.store/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://foodsharingproject.store/</span></a><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></h3><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> See this week’s menu below for Friday, June 12th:</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/990b60ce-21d7-4f98-8469-bbb65c95089b?fingerprint=ppb20260606191622" alt="Caesar Salad options 2026 (1)" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><br></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LunchBox -Wednesday School Lunch Orders:</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Subway subs will be delivered on Wednesday, June 3</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>rd</span></sup><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> at first nutrition break. A reminder that orders are due each</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Sunday by noon</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> through the LunchBox website for delivery on Wednesdays at first nutrition break.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In the case of board-wide school bus cancellations, Lunch Box orders will be cancelled in the morning and refunds issued. </strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please sign up by following the link: </span><a href="https://www.lunchboxorders.net/" target="_blank" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Lunchbox Orders</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/b8afce81-615c-4754-b7ed-220736c27c6a?fingerprint=ppb20260530210020" alt="Screenshot 2026 05 30 145227" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A Peek at the Week:</strong></b></h2><table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td colspan="2" class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(0, 112, 192); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June/juin</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">National Indigenous History Month, Pride Month</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></h2></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(201, 219, 240); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Monday, June 08, 2026 -Day 4-Day 5</span></h2></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(201, 219, 240); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· EQAO Assessments</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Café français </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Cycle Kingston presentations - AM</span></h2></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(201, 219, 240); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tuesday, June 09, 2026 </span></h2></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(201, 219, 240); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Ultimate frisbee practice 8:15am </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Track and Field – District Championships at Invista (for qualifying Gr 3 to 6 students) </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Family Feeder Fun Day (Calvin Park students setting up games activities for grade 6 classes) </span></h2></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(201, 219, 240); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday, June 10, 2026-Day 1 </span></h2></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(201, 219, 240); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Grade 6 visit to Calvin Park</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· -Blommesteyn to Bowling –morning </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Subway lunch delivery at first nutrition break </span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(201, 219, 240); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday, June 11, 2026-Day 2 </span></h2></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(201, 219, 240); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Fun Fair 5-7:30 pm </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Ultimate frisbee tournament at Machin </span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(201, 219, 240); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, June 12, 2026 -Day 4</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><br></p></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(201, 219, 240); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Polson Pride Friday! </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· LDSB tutors last day </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Fischer to Health Care Museum and City Park </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Lunch is Ready Delivery at second nutrition break </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Van Galen/Turner/Wils to Lake Ontario Park 10:45-2:15 </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Kenyon to Pump House Museum</span></h2></td></tr></tbody></table><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">SAVE THE DATES:</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 17</strong></b><b><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><strong class="editor-text-bold">th</strong></sup></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> -4-6 pm -Discovering Kindergarten Open House</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 18</strong></b><b><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><strong class="editor-text-bold">th</strong></sup></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> -Grade 6 Celebration -4:45-5:45 pm</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 22nd -Summer Fun in the Sun Spirit Day-Wear your sunglasses, sunhats, & floral shirts!</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 24th -Kindergarten Communication of Learning & Term 2 reports go home</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 25th -Yearend Assembly & Last day of classes</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 26th -PA Day</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/570c6bf8-5e4a-45a7-be2a-750c40f9c236?fingerprint=ppb20260215161011" alt="2026 01 05 Kindergarten Student Registration E Newsletter Graphic 2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/2c71aadf-5bfb-4d39-8aff-837f051c676d?fingerprint=ppb20260510160017" alt="ASUS Camps Advertisement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;"><br></h3><h6 style="text-align: start;"><br></h6><h6 style="text-align: start;"><br></h6><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><br></p>
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Polson Family Update: May 31, 2026
<h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Polson Family Update: May 31, 2026</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/071db158-4310-42f9-aa41-d912ddec15e4?fingerprint=ppb20260530210651" alt="IMG 0618" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">What’s Happening at Polson!</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Congratulations to our Lip Sync Performers who put on entertaining shows this week. Many thanks to Mme Fischer for taking the lead in organizing this wonderful event. Merci to all staff who helped out! </strong></b></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/fb1b16ce-4d25-4b85-8031-bc944bbc0066?fingerprint=ppb20260531012133" alt="Be Funky collage" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/e6d53f58-541b-4cb8-93fc-819e251df6b7?fingerprint=ppb20260531013945" alt="download1" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Food Sharing Project Documentary </strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Congrats to Polson students who were a part of the Food Share Project documentary film! Some of our staff and students were spotted on the "red carpet" at the screening of the film. Thank you also to Jay Candy for all her hard work in organizing and supporting the filming and this important program at our school! </strong></b></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/f19b2d8d-5aa5-4ce9-ade5-f8f730d022a9?fingerprint=ppb20260531014036" alt="Resized 20260528 181514%282%29" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Polson Fun Fair in Support of Playground Slide - June 11th</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Have you noticed that one of our play structures is missing a slide? </span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">It had to be removed after being damaged and everyone really misses it! But Parent Council has a plan.</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This year's Fun Fair is all about raising money for a new slide. It's a lofty goal - we need $5,000 to get there and </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">we cannot do it without your help</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">!</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Fun Fair is our chance to raise these funds, but it's only possible when we have enough volunteers to run the event properly. Last year we had more than 50 volunteers and this year we have 10!</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you can spare about an hour for a shift on June 11, please use the </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSfb_yPIL_LZoKijT8nibdEoFPgGQaoSFFnrbjmGzh2wUXBq3w%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Dsharing%26ouid%3D111604145602819035250&data=05%7C02%7Cpachecoa%40limestone.on.ca%7C73fb169e638f4195f99708deb81d4810%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639150633098561109%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=eHeUNALO5g5Ut6EPm8NFBA8hIcey5%2B3IDlkhe3518tU%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfb_yPIL_LZoKijT8nibdEoFPgGQaoSFFnrbjmGzh2wUXBq3w/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=111604145602819035250. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Fun Fair volunteer sign-up form</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> to let us know. </span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you for all you do for Polson. Our kids are dreaming of warm summer days playing outdoors and that includes an awesome new slide, so let's do our best to make it happen!</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Sarah Etienne</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">SAC Chair</span></h3><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">National AccessAbility Week 2026</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LDSB is proud to join with Easter Seals and promote National Accessibility Week and the </span><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Red Shirt Day of Action. </span></u><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> This year’s National Accessibility Week takes place from June 1st – June 5th, with the </span><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Red Shirt Day</span></u><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> of Action taking place on </span><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday, June 3rd.</span></u><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">National AccessAbility Week is celebrated each year starting on the last Sunday in May. Founded in 1988 as National Access Awareness Week and inspired by Rick Hansen’s Man In Motion World Tour, it is a time to recognize the contributions of people with disabilities and advance accessibility and inclusion in our communities, workplaces, schools, and public places.</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Information and Resources from the Rick Hansen Foundation can be found at the link below:</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rickhansen.com%2FNAAW&data=05%7C02%7Cpachecoa%40limestone.on.ca%7Cdabf2aaca7664dc4fd1d08debce8e047%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639155905615253790%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=UkkAjEy8xqNNaLP6DgA07DxjxVQTEu7HI%2Btev%2FTKfsY%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://www.rickhansen.com/NAAW. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">National AccessAbility Week | Rick Hansen Foundation</span></a></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Additional Info: </span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><a href="https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/campaigns/national-accessability-week.html" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">National AccessAbility Week: May 31 to June 6, 2026 - Canada.ca</span></a></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ultimate Frisbees for Sale!</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/c62a6438-3a47-4697-90e3-4ae2299f045b?fingerprint=ppb20260510155522" alt="image (1)" width="134" height="132" style="width:134px;height:132px;display:inline-block;float:left"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Polson Park discs are available to purchase for $20. Please contact Mme Tiiu to order!</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Lunch is Ready! Free Lunch Program</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you missed registering for the spring session that runs </span><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">from April 13 to June 19,2026, please reach out to the school directly. Students who are already registered do not need to register. </em></i></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you have any questions or need support with registration, please contact The Food Sharing Project office by emailing info@foodsharingproject.org or calling 613-530-3514.</em></i></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Program Info link: </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffoodsharingproject.store%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cpachecoa%40limestone.on.ca%7C81dce7b1a2f148b2252b08de30f2a2e5%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639002016139293721%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=t81gjSN5JQsvr7lgIgGVlTvLU%2FmBz%2BA6DLA5wxHvCh8%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="Original URL: https://foodsharingproject.store/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://foodsharingproject.store/</span></a><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> If you missed the deadline, please contact us as soon as possible!</span></h3><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> See this week’s menu below for Friday, June 5th:</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/b248e785-7a93-4b57-9a0c-4358554fda6c?fingerprint=ppb20260530205920" alt="Greek Bento Box (1)" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LunchBox -Wednesday School Lunch Orders:</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Little Caesars Pizza </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">will be delivered on Wednesday, June 3</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>rd</span></sup><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> at first nutrition break. A reminder that orders are due each</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Sunday by noon</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> through the LunchBox website for delivery on Wednesdays at first nutrition break.</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In the case of board-wide school bus cancellations, Lunch Box orders will be cancelled in the morning and refunds issued. </strong></b></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please sign up by following the link: </span><a href="https://www.lunchboxorders.net/" target="_blank" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Lunchbox Orders</span></a></h3><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A Peek at the Week:</strong></b></h2><table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr style="height: 72px;"><td colspan="2" class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(0, 112, 192); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June/juin</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">National Indigenous History Month, Pride Month</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></h2></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Monday, June 01, 2026 -Day 4</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/096b15d7-af7a-4ee3-9d1c-9aec16fb0654?fingerprint=ppb20260531152720" alt="IMG 1347" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">National AccessAbility Week </span></h2></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Happy </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ontario Day!</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Final Running Club Practice – 8:30 am (weather dependent)</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Student Council Meeting 11:15 am</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tuesday, June 02, 2026 -Day 5</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">National AccessAbility Week </span></h2></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· EQAO assessments continue</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Ultimate frisbee practice 8:15am </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Welcome Katharine St. Clair LDSB Learning Partner</span></h2></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday, June 03, 2026 -Day 1</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">; </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Red Shirt Day (AccessAbility & Inclusion)</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/9c69a8df-fd86-46d4-b8e5-c9d0230fc9bd?fingerprint=ppb20260530205944" alt="Screenshot 2026 05 29 083723" width="215" height="79" style="width:215px;height:79px;display:inline-block;float:left"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><br></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></h2></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Red Shirt Day -Wear red in support of accessibility and inclusion!</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Track and Field Meeting for all students competing at regionals. 10:55 am in the gym. </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Welcome Katharine St. Clair LDSB Learning Partner</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Little Caesars Pizza Delivery at first nutrition break</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Ultimate Frisbee Scrimmage Polson & Calvin Park 3:30 -4:30 </span></h2></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday, June 04, 2026 -Day 2</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">National AccesAbility Week</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></h2></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· NO RUNNING CLUB (last practice was on Monday) </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Ultimate frisbee practice 8:15am </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Track and Field – Regional Meet at Invista (for qualifying Grades 3 to 6 students) </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· EQAO assessments continue</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Welcome Katharine St. Clair LDSB Learning Partner</span></h2></td></tr><tr style="height: 252px;"><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, June 05, 2026 -Day 3</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">National AccessAbility Week </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/d366d7cc-c417-45fa-b505-65c067509b21?fingerprint=ppb20251217014946" alt="panther 2" width="172" height="130" style="width:172px;height:130px;display:inline-block"></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><br></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></h2></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Polson Pride Friday!</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Frisbee practice – first recess </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· EQAO assessments</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Fischer and Winslade to Rudy’s Alpaca Farm </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Guardado to YMCA</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Lunch is Ready delivery at second nutrition break</span></h2></td></tr></tbody></table><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">SAVE THE DATES:</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 11</strong></b><b><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><strong class="editor-text-bold">th</strong></sup></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> -Polson Fun Fair!</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 13th -LDSB at Kingston Pride Parade -see info below!</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 17th Discovering Kindergarten Open House: 4-6 pm</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 18</strong></b><b><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><strong class="editor-text-bold">th</strong></sup></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> -Grade 6 Celebration -4:45-5:45 pm</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/b8afce81-615c-4754-b7ed-220736c27c6a?fingerprint=ppb20260530210020" alt="Screenshot 2026 05 30 145227" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><img src="/images/723b7094-d1b6-43a6-8746-9f58eef037e9?fingerprint=ppb20260215161026" alt="2026 01 05 Kindergarten Student Registration E Newsletter Graphic 1" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>
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Polson Family Update: May 24, 2026
<h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">What's Happening @ Polson!</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May continues to bring loads of busy fun here at Polson. Last week featured end of year field trips (Can you believe it?!), soccer tournaments, track and field practices, ultimate frisbee practices, EQAO practice tests, Words Matter Day, the last of the April Attendance draw prizes being awarded, Cycle Kingston presentations, and, as always, an abundance of learning, growth, and fun. POLSON REALLY HAS IT ALL!</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/5712fde4-3e54-495b-95a4-8ea90ff17767?fingerprint=ppb20260524145215" alt="16280" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This week the flurry of awesome continues with:</span></h3><table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 37.9197%;"><col style="width: 62.0803%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr style="height: 48px;"><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: transparent; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Monday May 25, 2026 </strong></b></p></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: transparent; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Running Club Practice 8:30am</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">EQAO </span></li></ul></td></tr><tr style="height: 33px;"><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: transparent; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tuesday May 26, 2026 </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: transparent; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ultimate Frisbee Practice 8:15am </span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">EQAO </span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Blue Marble Workshop “Habitats” 9:30am Ms. Van Galen's and Ms. Simkins' class </span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">12pm Mme Emilie's and Mme Hannah's class</span></li></ul></td></tr><tr style="height: 33px;"><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: transparent; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday May 27, 2026 </strong></b></p></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: transparent; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">EQAO </span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Public Library Visits</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">11:40 Mme Emilie's and Mme Hannah's class</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">12:10 Ms. Van Galen's and Ms. Simkins' class</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">12:40 Mme Astrid's and Mme Connie's class</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">2:15pm Lip Sync Show </span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">SAC Fun Fair Meeting </span></li></ul></td></tr><tr style="height: 33px;"><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: transparent; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday May 28, 2026 </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: transparent; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ultimate Frisbee Practice 8:15am </span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Running Club Practice 8:30am</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">EQAO </span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">2:15pm Lip Sync Show</span></li></ul></td></tr></tbody></table><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/86d2c99f-c219-4aea-af28-4ffa60b7445d?fingerprint=ppb20260524145219" alt="IMG 5621" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please note that </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday May 29, 2026 is a PA Day</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> and that there will be </span><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">no classes for students</em></i><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. Staff will be working on reviewing assessments and preparing reports. </span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Lip Sync Shows on Wednesday May 27th and Thursday May 28th will feature over 40 performance groups over the course of the two days! Amazing! We can't wait to see the outstanding performances that students have been creatively concocting. It will be a real treat to see the talent on stage on the gym this Wednesday and Thursday at 2:15pm. Families are welcome to attend and information about students' performance dates will be shared with you by homeroom teachers. </span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/50d59a6f-a04f-451d-b715-f3a044b3d657?fingerprint=ppb20260524145221" alt="IMG 5623" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Class Building & Student Moves 2026-27</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our educators put a great deal of thought into student class placements and take many factors into account including student strengths, areas of need, and peer groupings that will maximize learning when we build our class cohorts. We also value additional information that parents and caregivers may want to share about their child, but we ask that this should focus on aspects of your child’s learning profile rather than requests for a specific teacher. Please be assured that all our teachers offer rich educational opportunities for students at Polson. We have worked hard to implement consistency in effective instructional practices at Polson.</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Moving Schools or Switching Programs?</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If your </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">family is moving,</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> and your child will be attending a new school in September, please </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">contact the school as soon as possible</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> so that we can remove support a smooth transition for next year. </span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you are considering a program </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">move for your child from French Immersion to English</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, please reach out to our school team prior to the end of the year to consult with us about options and supports available that will help you make an informed decision. Please be aware that students may be in our catchment area for French Immersion but not for the regular program. </span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/76fdef4b-9224-4fd0-addd-c613f9b16dce?fingerprint=ppb20260329164739" alt="Screenshot 2026 03 29 101452" width="242" height="132" style="width:242px;height:132px;display:inline-block;float:right"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">E</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">QAO Primary & Junior Assessments</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grades 3 & 6 students are preparing to write the primary and junior assessments in reading, writing, and mathematics. At Polson, we will administer these assessments on May</strong></b><br><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">25</strong></b><b><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><strong class="editor-text-bold"> </strong></sup></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">- May 28</strong></b><b><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><strong class="editor-text-bold"> </strong></sup></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(Guardado/Honcharsky, Underhill/Honcharsky, Kenyon, Blommeteyn) and June 2</strong></b><b><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><strong class="editor-text-bold"> </strong></sup></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">- June 5 (Chatterson, Salvary/Lowry, Carew/Hanson, Marshall/Hanson). We encourage your child to be present at school for their scheduled assessment dates, but students who are absent will be able to write the assessment on another date during the window. Please reach out to your child’s teacher if your child has any conflicts or if you have any questions. </strong></b></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Lunch is Ready! Free Lunch Program</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you missed registering for the spring session that runs from April 13 to June 19, 2026, please reach out to the school directly. Students who are already registered do not need to register.</span><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </em></i></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you have any questions or need support with registration, please contact The Food Sharing Project office by emailing info@foodsharingproject.org or calling 613-530-3514. You can find more information at: </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffoodsharingproject.store%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cpachecoa%40limestone.on.ca%7C81dce7b1a2f148b2252b08de30f2a2e5%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639002016139293721%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=t81gjSN5JQsvr7lgIgGVlTvLU%2FmBz%2BA6DLA5wxHvCh8%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="Original URL: https://foodsharingproject.store/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://foodsharingproject.store/</span></a></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This week's menu is: </span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Spring Pasta Salad – Halal Pasta, chicken, celery, green peas, shredded carrot in a creamy dressing</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Veggie Spring Pasta Salad – Vegetarian, Plant- Based and Gluten Free Brown rice pasta, smashed chickpeas, celery, green peas, shredded carrot in a creamy plant-based dressing</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LunchBox -Wednesday School Lunch Orders:</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A reminder that orders are due each</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Sunday by noon</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> through the LunchBox website for delivery on Wednesdays at first nutrition break.</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In the case of board-wide school bus cancellations, Lunch Box orders will be cancelled in the morning and refunds issued. </strong></b></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please sign up by following the link: </span><a href="https://www.lunchboxorders.net/" target="_blank" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Lunchbox Orders</span></a></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/fdb55284-db90-4548-b2d1-4e3d57d2767f?fingerprint=ppb20260419160158" alt="Screenshot 2026 04 19 095901" width="253" height="164" style="width:253px;height:164px;display:inline-block;float:right"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Polson Fun Fair -</strong></b><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Volunteers Needed!</strong></b></i></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Fun Fair is coming up on June 11th and we can't wait!</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As you know, this is a big event and we rely on volunteers like you to make it happen. You really showed up for Polson last year and we'd love to see that spirit again next month! Please fill out the </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSfb_yPIL_LZoKijT8nibdEoFPgGQaoSFFnrbjmGzh2wUXBq3w%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Ddialog&data=05%7C02%7Cpachecoa%40limestone.on.ca%7C4d01ff7d629d489884aa08deb1397d97%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639143057697168395%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Exu7PE5%2FIn0Y89%2FuApzeelIBX5uF0KvjIA8%2BjSg8t9E%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" title="Original URL: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfb_yPIL_LZoKijT8nibdEoFPgGQaoSFFnrbjmGzh2wUXBq3w/viewform?usp=dialog. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">2026 Fun Fair volunteer sign-up form</span></a><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSe65S3QiSjBE5ZIilTXZptifCqGwMfE_QzmL6j3uPmVErseCg%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Dpublish-editor&data=05%7C02%7Cpachecoa%40limestone.on.ca%7C4d01ff7d629d489884aa08deb1397d97%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639143057697190349%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Xr42BSzQQPambVbSBi3Pwdf8LBMpQUjrVIQnagZl7xk%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" title="Original URL: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe65S3QiSjBE5ZIilTXZptifCqGwMfE_QzmL6j3uPmVErseCg/viewform?usp=publish-editor. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">2026</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">to let us know when you're available and consider </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSe65S3QiSjBE5ZIilTXZptifCqGwMfE_QzmL6j3uPmVErseCg%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Ddialog&data=05%7C02%7Cpachecoa%40limestone.on.ca%7C4d01ff7d629d489884aa08deb1397d97%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639143057697209549%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=nT6T3e3KfQyyqtH%2BYlDV%2BaAcLoYr0HaYt2eZP6aRkpw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" title="Original URL: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe65S3QiSjBE5ZIilTXZptifCqGwMfE_QzmL6j3uPmVErseCg/viewform?usp=dialog. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">contributing to the bake sale</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> as well.</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you for all that you do to support our school community. Feel free to pass this sign-up form along to anyone in the Polson community who might be interested in helping out, including high school students who need volunteer hours.</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Can't wait!</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Sarah E, SAC Chair</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/c62a6438-3a47-4697-90e3-4ae2299f045b?fingerprint=ppb20260510155522" alt="image (1)" width="136" height="134" style="width:136px;height:134px;display:inline-block;float:left"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Polson Panthers Frisbees for sale! Please send $20 to Mme Tiiu with your student if they would like to purchase a disc.</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/5bce2b9d-e6f5-4b9c-921c-36e571ad4dcb?fingerprint=ppb20251217013844" alt="favicon" width="100" height="124" style="width:100px;height:124px;display:inline-block;float:right"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Family Engagement & Climate Survey</span></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Limestone District School Board’s </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fca1.voxco.com%2FS2%2F%3Fst%3Dfu443Fws9pr%252B2Ymhmw1QfQc2pHAVhHQ%252FaPR3y8BPGUU%253D%26mod%3D0%26dlang%3Den&data=05%7C02%7Cpachecoa%40limestone.on.ca%7C269e44d4edb4460ac74108dea6e6fccb%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639131708236853579%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=vuiMyqib%2BC7eJUd%2FCevIUfsOpw4ElBwIbZ75A9NKfSE%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://ca1.voxco.com/S2/?st=fu443Fws9pr%2B2Ymhmw1QfQc2pHAVhHQ%2FaPR3y8BPGUU%3D&mod=0&dlang=en. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Family Engagement and Climate Survey is now live</strong></b></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> and we invite families to share their experiences with their student’s school and with the school board.</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Your feedback helps Limestone understand what is working well and where we can improve, and supports welcoming, safe, and supportive school communities.</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> The survey is </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">open from April 30 to May 11</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> and is </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fca1.voxco.com%2FS2%2F%3Fst%3Dfu443Fws9pr%252B2Ymhmw1QfQc2pHAVhHQ%252FaPR3y8BPGUU%253D%26mod%3D0%26dlang%3Den&data=05%7C02%7Cpachecoa%40limestone.on.ca%7C269e44d4edb4460ac74108dea6e6fccb%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639131708236895409%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=%2Fe0vGuQ1CXespWAO%2F0UzhmVOHlhijt7dmDpxFQq7Ojw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://ca1.voxco.com/S2/?st=fu443Fws9pr%2B2Ymhmw1QfQc2pHAVhHQ%2FaPR3y8BPGUU%3D&mod=0&dlang=en. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">available </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">online</strong></b></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. Paper copies are also available at your school’s administrative office.</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fca1.voxco.com%2FS2%2F%3Fst%3Dfu443Fws9pr%252B2Ymhmw1QfQc2pHAVhHQ%252FaPR3y8BPGUU%253D%26mod%3D0%26dlang%3Den&data=05%7C02%7Cpachecoa%40limestone.on.ca%7C269e44d4edb4460ac74108dea6e6fccb%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639131708236917462%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=SsjMvhif33JJwW0npZvMQU2KGLzJpO5LlRqlTVXAHks%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://ca1.voxco.com/S2/?st=fu443Fws9pr%2B2Ymhmw1QfQc2pHAVhHQ%2FaPR3y8BPGUU%3D&mod=0&dlang=en. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Access the Family Engagement and Climate Survey online.</span></a></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Participation is voluntary and anonymous. You may skip any questions you choose, and no identifying information is collected.</strong></b></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you for sharing your voice and helping strengthen Limestone schools and school communities.</span></h3><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><br></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June Events to Remember:</span></u></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 11 - Polson Fun Fair!</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 17 - Discover Kindergarten Open House, </span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">4-6pm</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 18</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span> </span></sup><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">- Grade 6 Celebration, 4:45-5:45pm</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><img src="/images/9cc84b5b-98a4-4338-85d3-6af6cdc10052?fingerprint=ppb20260504133413" alt="Screenshot 2026 05 04 093345" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/723b7094-d1b6-43a6-8746-9f58eef037e9?fingerprint=ppb20260215161026" alt="2026 01 05 Kindergarten Student Registration E Newsletter Graphic 1" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/2c71aadf-5bfb-4d39-8aff-837f051c676d?fingerprint=ppb20260510160017" alt="ASUS Camps Advertisement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>
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<h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Technical Advisory Group (TAG) is Seeking Expression of Interest</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Limestone District School Board is seeking expressions of interest from </span><a href="about:blank" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">individuals</span></a><a href="#_msocom_1" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">[EL1]</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> interested in joining the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Technical Advisory Group (TAG)</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> in support of the ongoing Student Census 2025 project.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The purpose of the Technical Advisory Group is to provide advice, perspectives, and recommendations related to the design of data collection methods, analysis, and the representation of results for LDSB’s Student Census. TAG plays a critical role in ensuring that multiple and diverse perspectives are applied to the interpretation of data, helping to minimize bias and strengthen the relevance and integrity of findings.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are seeking expressions of interest for the committee for the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">September 2026 to August 2028</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> term. </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We welcome expressions of interest from all members of the Limestone community, including those who can help us fill the following vacancies:</strong></b></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">One to two parents of a Limestone student(s) who is not an employee of the LDSB</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A Limestone school administrator</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">One or more Limestone secondary students</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">One community partner member who works alongside LDSB</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Experience in data collection, analysis, and/or reporting of identity‑based data is encouraged; however, individuals with a broad range of research or analysis backgrounds and/or lived experiences are encouraged to apply. In general, members of the TAG will be able to offer diverse perspectives and/or lived experiences including (but not limited to) anti-Black racism, anti-Indigenous racism, anti-Semitism, Ableism/Disabilities, Homophobia, Transphobia, Islamophobia, geographical diversity (e.g., urban, rural), and/or Poverty/Classism. An understanding of the </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ontario.ca%2Fdocument%2Fdata-standards-identification-and-monitoring-systemic-racism%23%3A~%3Atext%3DThe%2520Data%2520Standards%2520for%2520the%2Cdisparities%2520within%2520the%2520public%2520sector.&data=05%7C02%7Cclostlamberte%40limestone.on.ca%7C5bee4cf7e4cc40dd54f508dc81a8bca0%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638527810266554766%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=D0CCxdENPrqOG4zXI7WOtSL%2Bog%2FNwCUoOTpuPM5OkRQ%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="Original URL: https://www.ontario.ca/document/data-standards-identification-and-monitoring-systemic-racism#:~:text=The%20Data%20Standards%20for%20the,disparities%20within%20the%20public%20sector.. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Anti-Racism Data Standards</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> is an asset.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Members of the Technical Advisory Group contribute to meaningful, community‑informed research and participate in collaborative discussions that shape how Student Census data are understood and communicated.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please note that all members of the TAG are expected to complete the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Fundamentals of OCAP</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> training as a condition of their membership. This online course takes about 7 hours to complete, and costs are covered by the LDSB.</span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">How to express interest:</strong></b></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Individuals interested in joining TAG are invited to submit an expression of interest outlining relevant experience, perspectives, and interest in the work. Submissions will be reviewed to ensure a balance of skills, expertise, and lived experience.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Before expressing your interest, please review our </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student_census_technical_advisory_group" class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Terms of Reference.</strong></b></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">You can submit online </span><a href="https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Xxb04a7rgk2nPKDeWTgwvpUTVUJxSKlEvHFJaE4SO3ZUQjNGT083WkdNNFJNUksySk5FTjBZMVMzMi4u" class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">here</strong></b></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, or submit a paper copy, which are available at the board office (220 Portsmouth Ave) </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">by 11:59 pm on Friday June 12, 2026.</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The purpose of the Technical Advisory Group (TAG) is to give advice, opinions and make recommendations in the design of methods for secondary data analysis (e.g., determining disparities and disproportionalities among student outcomes based on identity) and representation of results (e.g., specifically how the information is reported and shared). Most importantly, the purpose of the TAG is to ensure that multiple perspectives are applied to the analysis of </span><a href="/cms/one.aspx" target="_blank" title="Student Census 2020" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Student Census </span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">data to minimize the risk of bias. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The TAG is comprised of members who offer diverse perspectives and/or lived experience including (but not limited to) anti-Black racism, anti-Indigenous racism, anti-Semitism, Ableism/Disabilities, Homophobia, Transphobia, Islamophobia, and/or Poverty/Classism. Members have experience in the collection, analysis, and reporting of identity-based data and will be receiving the </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffnigc.ca%2Focap-training%2Ftake-the-course%2F&data=04%7C01%7Chigheth%40limestone.on.ca%7Cc73ee6c2b18c4086640208d9f1576128%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C637806179854556235%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=cQ7gZeHBdsIi%2BpukOtJ9IVLCVBGKCLCCYAHXzFkSHkQ%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="Original URL: https://fnigc.ca/ocap-training/take-the-course/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Fundamentals of OCAP®</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> training.</span></p>
2026-05-29 15:58:02.236 +0000 UTC
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Message from the Director - May 28, 2026
<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dear Families,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">It is hard to believe that we are already at the end of May, and the current school year only has four weeks remaining. This message is to communicate a reminder regarding the PA Day tomorrow, and to share some information regarding an upcoming information session for families. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Reminder – P.A. Day – Friday, May 29, 2026</strong></b><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A reminder that tomorrow, Friday, May 29, is a P.A. Day, and there will be no classes for students.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LDSB PIC – Guest Speaker: Paul Davis – Friday, June 5, 2026</strong></b><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The LDSB Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) invites parents, caregivers, and guardians to a free, informative, and engaging evening focused on helping families navigate the digital world. Topics will include:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Social media use</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Cyberbullying</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Online privacy</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Gaming and gambling</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Event details:</strong></b><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, June 5, 2026</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">5:30 to 7:00 p.m.</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LDSB Education Centre, 220 Portsmouth Avenue, Kingston</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This is a great opportunity to learn practical tips and strategies to help support your child online. Register for this free event online: </span><a href="https://bit.ly/PICPaulDavis2026" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">bit.ly/PICPaulDavis2026</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you, as always, for your continued partnership in supporting student success and well-being. We hope you and your family have a safe and enjoyable weekend.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Krishna Burra</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">CEO/Director of Education</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone District School Board</span></p>
2026-05-28 20:30:21.967 +0000 UTC
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LDSB PIC Guest Speaker: Paul Davis
<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Join us for a free parent session with guest speaker Paul Davis! The LDSB Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) invites parents, caregivers, and guardians to an informative and engaging evening focused on:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Social media use</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Cyberbullying</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Online privacy</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Gaming and gambling</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, June 5, 2026</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">5:30 – 7:00 p.m.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LDSB Education Centre, 220, Portsmouth Avenue, Kingston</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This is a great opportunity to learn how to support your child in today’s digital world.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Register online: </strong></b><a href="https://forms.office.com/r/P5Jcn5TQ9W" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">PIC Guest Speaker: Paul Davis (Free Event) – Fill out form</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><figure><a href="https://forms.office.com/r/P5Jcn5TQ9W" title="2026 05 20 PIC Paul Davis Instagram"><img src="/images/4e2a9d97-41c5-4ea6-9410-06d26cb11a83?fingerprint=ppb20260521195148" alt="2026 05 20 PIC Paul Davis Instagram" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a></figure></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>
2026-05-28 13:38:33.734 +0000 UTC
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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 culture and celebrate their commitment to this land.