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Polson Family Update: April 5, 2026

<h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Polson Family Update: April 5, 2026</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">What’s Happening at Polson!</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/3d0d83b3-6de5-4d16-8b2f-feb5267e10eb?fingerprint=ppb20260405200425" alt="happy easter and passover hand lettering text with eggs flowers and leaves flat modern illustration free vector" width="155" height="155" style="width:155px;height:155px;display:inline-block;float:left"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Happy Passover & Easter to all families who celebrate.  Classes resume on Tuesday, April 7</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;">!</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/a3be4442-6e64-4e57-85a6-5673523ca238?fingerprint=ppb20260405200253" alt="IMG 0182" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We celebrated World Autism Day on April 2nd with a Tie Dye spirit day at Polson!</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><br></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Month of the Military Child</span></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In Canada, Month of the Military Child is observed in April to recognize and celebrate the unique experiences, resilience, and sacrifices of children in military families. These children face unique challenges, such as frequent relocations, prolonged absences of loved ones due to deployments, and adapting to new communities and schools. The month is an opportunity to raise awareness, build resilience, and celebrate.</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Many communities and organizations, such as Military Family Resource Centres (MFRCs), host events, activities, and initiatives during this month to celebrate and support military children and their families.  Follow the link for more information about this month’s events:</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">  </span><a href="https://cfmws.ca/kingston/events-activities/events/month-of-the-military-child" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">CFMWS | MFRC | Kingston | CFMWS</span></a></h3><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><br></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/04594bc0-f578-4397-a1f8-641bb1a2b292?fingerprint=ppb20260329164948" alt="scholastic book fair clipart 1" width="172" height="86" style="width:172px;height:86px;display:inline-block;float:left"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Scholastic Book Fair Coming Soon</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Next month, Polson will once again be hosting the Scholastic Book Fair! Roughly 1/3 of the proceeds come back into classrooms through Scholastic credits. These credits are used to make purchases from the Scholastic Catalogue such as additional math tools, games to strengthen literacy skills, organizational tools, reference materials for desks, self-regulation tools, and of course books to fill our classroom libraries!</em></i></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The book fair cannot run without the help of volunteers to work the cash. If you have time and are wiling to help out, please contact Mme Underhill at underhillw@limestone.on.ca. Volunteers are needed on Wednesday April 15</strong></b></i><i><b><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic">th</strong></sup></b></i><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> and Thursday April 16</strong></b></i><i><b><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic">th</strong></sup></b></i><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> from 9am-11am, and 11:40am-1pm. Volunteers are required to have a CPIC with a vulnerable screener check.</strong></b></i></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Also, this year we will once again be doing a book trade</strong></b></i><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">! This was a big hit last year. If you have gently used children's books at home that you are willing to part with, please send them to school and we will provide them for other students to take home during the book fair, free of charge!</em></i></h3><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><br></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/ae202220-b1af-4530-8285-bf1173ed56ec?fingerprint=ppb20260405200307" alt="IMG 0183" 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;">Grade 5 Biographers</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Congrats to students in Mrs. Hanson's grade 6 Language class. They have been reading biographies, taking notes, and organizing their ideas into focused paragraphs. Lastly, they edited and revised their work to make sure they had composed strong sentences and paragraphs. Their finished biographies are polished and posted in our hall bulletin board.</strong></b></h3><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/76fdef4b-9224-4fd0-addd-c613f9b16dce?fingerprint=ppb20260329164739" alt="Screenshot 2026 03 29 101452" width="287" height="156" style="width:287px;height:156px;display:inline-block;float:left"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">EQAO 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 later this year.  If you would like to know more about the assessments, please see the links below for upcoming webinars and parent resources.</strong></b></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><a href="https://www.eqao.com/the-assessments/primary-division/" class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">EQAO Assessments: What to Expect</strong></b></a><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Video</strong></b></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftrk.mmail.lst.fin.gov.on.ca%2Ftrk%2Fclick%3Fref%3Dzr9uf3m5h_6-fe31_0_0x32a4bcx03804&data=05%7C02%7Cpachecoa%40LIMESTONE.ON.CA%7Cdf26d5a3b6384c223c0f08de7a353690%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639082566213354256%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=WHgRhxaR2okdXKqe5H9%2F9n8RMv7jgfcpEPb31u%2FBUOw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="Original URL: https://trk.mmail.lst.fin.gov.on.ca/trk/click?ref=zr9uf3m5h_6-fe31_0_0x32a4bcx03804. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">EQAO Math Session for Parents/Guardians of Primary Students</strong></b></a><br><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(April 7, 2026, 12:00 PM)</strong></b><br><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Join us for a free webinar about how EQAO assesses primary-division students’ mathematics learning. EQAO staff will discuss mathematics questions from the mathematics component of the primary-division assessment. Participants will hear how these math questions help assess the skills students are learning in class. Staff will also highlight valuable insights and resources that can help parents and guardians support their child’s learning.</strong></b></i></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftrk.mmail.lst.fin.gov.on.ca%2Ftrk%2Fclick%3Fref%3Dzr9uf3m5h_6-fe31_0_0x32a4bdx03804&data=05%7C02%7Cpachecoa%40LIMESTONE.ON.CA%7Cdf26d5a3b6384c223c0f08de7a353690%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639082566213371354%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Bq2tuvz1U%2BDnMnpUUcbHkBmEWJZ8ebRw0W8sc0ILMrw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="Original URL: https://trk.mmail.lst.fin.gov.on.ca/trk/click?ref=zr9uf3m5h_6-fe31_0_0x32a4bdx03804. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">EQAO Math Session for Parents/Guardians of Junior Students</strong></b></a><br><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(April 16, 2026, 12:00 PM)</strong></b><br><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Join us for a free webinar about how EQAO assesses junior-division students’ mathematics learning. EQAO staff will discuss mathematics questions from the mathematics component of the junior-division assessment. Participants will hear how these math questions help assess the skills students are learning in class. Staff will also highlight valuable insights and resources that can help parents and guardians support their child’s learning.</strong></b></i></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftrk.mmail.lst.fin.gov.on.ca%2Ftrk%2Fclick%3Fref%3Dzr9uf3m5h_6-fe31_0_0x32a4bex03804&data=05%7C02%7Cpachecoa%40LIMESTONE.ON.CA%7Cdf26d5a3b6384c223c0f08de7a353690%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639082566213387885%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=1fdLE5wcOsbqEN5qmfZD8MgoK%2BQWTUxS%2BqoKexCHl0k%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="Original URL: https://trk.mmail.lst.fin.gov.on.ca/trk/click?ref=zr9uf3m5h_6-fe31_0_0x32a4bex03804. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">EQAO Webinar for Parents and Guardians of Elementary School Students</strong></b></a><br><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(April 22, 2026, 6:00 PM)</strong></b><br><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Register for this free live webinar and learn about EQAO’s primary and junior Assessments of Reading, Writing and Mathematics. Participants will learn about the purpose of Ontario’s large-scale assessments. EQAO staff will explain the assessment format, highlight resources to support students and answer questions from participants. The session will be approximately 45 minutes, followed by a live Q&A with EQAO staff.</strong></b></i></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftrk.mmail.lst.fin.gov.on.ca%2Ftrk%2Fclick%3Fref%3Dzr9uf3m5h_6-fe31_0_0x32a489x03804&data=05%7C02%7Cpachecoa%40LIMESTONE.ON.CA%7Cdf26d5a3b6384c223c0f08de7a353690%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639082566213404236%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=L0ij3Ob3yQQ9kmLhm%2B77fAlXb%2B5caSlkkQM7FVpleIo%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="Original URL: https://trk.mmail.lst.fin.gov.on.ca/trk/click?ref=zr9uf3m5h_6-fe31_0_0x32a489x03804. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">EQAO Webinar for Parents and Guardians of Elementary School Students</strong></b></a><br><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(April 29, 2026, 12:00 PM)</strong></b><br><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Register for this free live webinar and learn about EQAO’s primary and junior Assessments of Reading, Writing and Mathematics. Participants will learn about the purpose of Ontario’s large-scale assessments. EQAO staff will explain the assessment format, highlight resources to support students and answer questions from participants. The session will be approximately 45 minutes, followed by a live Q&A with EQAO staff.</strong></b></i></h3><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;">This current delivery session ends on Friday, April 10, 2026.</span></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;">This week’s menu:</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/d32d0c38-4f80-44ad-97a2-2726478e3bba?fingerprint=ppb20260405200228" alt="Quesadilla Bexto Box 20262" 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;">LunchBox -Wednesday School Lunch Orders:</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Little Caesars Pizza will be delivered on Wednesday, April 8</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>th</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><td colspan="2" class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(11, 118, 159); 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;">April/avril</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Autism Acceptance Month; Sikh Heritage Month</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Month of the Military Child </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, April 06, 2026 — Easter Monday (Schools Closed); Pesach/Passover (Judaism); Easter Monday </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: center;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">No Classes</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;">Tuesday, April 07, 2026 — Day 3</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Pesach/Passover (Judaism) </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;">·       Fluoride varnish-Public Health for JK, SK, grade 1 – portable 6 </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Student Council Meeting </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, April 08, 2026 — Day 4</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Pesach/Passover (Judaism) </span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/10192c42-3ac0-4e6d-9a4e-4ad26fa033ce?fingerprint=ppb20260405203824" alt="Screenshot 2026 04 05 162540" width="207" height="82" style="width:207px;height:82px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></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;">·       Little Caesars Pizza Delivery at first nutrition break </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, April 09, 2026 — Day 5</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Pesach/Passover (Judaism);</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Holy Thursday (Christianity/Eastern) </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;">·       Running Club Practice – 8:30 am (weather dependent) </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Leadership Team Meeting at First break </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Running & Reading Club after school </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;">Friday, April 10, 2026 — Day 1</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Holy Friday (Christianity/Orthodox) </span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/4ed78d2f-48ac-46a1-9459-385511a5b73c?fingerprint=ppb20260405202851" alt="Screenshot 2026 04 05 162825" width="154" height="157" style="width:154px;height:157px;display:inline-block;float:right"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></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"><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;">·       Lunch is Ready delivery at second nutrition break </span></h2></td></tr></tbody></table><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;">SAVE THE DATES:</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·      Wednesday, April 15</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>th</span></sup><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> SAC Family Glow Dance! </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·      Wednesday, April 15-Thursday, April 16</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>th</span></sup><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Scholastic Book Fair</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·      Friday April 17</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>th</span></sup><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> PA Day -No Classes</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></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"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></p>

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Polson Family Update: March 29, 2026

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Polson Family Update: March 29, 2026</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/82eef595-e2e7-4103-b6fc-d7bfc5dfdcd6?fingerprint=ppb20260329173341" alt="IMG 0035" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">What’s Happening at Polson!</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">It’s been a chilly start to spring! Thank you to our school advisory council for the plentiful supply of mittens, hats & neckwarmers for students who have needed them.  We hope you are able to join us at our parent council meeting on Tuesday, March 31</strong></b><b><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><strong class="editor-text-bold">st</strong></sup></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">! As we look ahead to the long weekend, we wish you a happy Passover & Easter to all who celebrate!</strong></b></h3><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><br></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/04594bc0-f578-4397-a1f8-641bb1a2b292?fingerprint=ppb20260329164948" alt="scholastic book fair clipart 1" width="318" height="159" style="width:318px;height:159px;display:inline-block;float:left"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Scholastic Book Fair Coming Soon</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Next month, Polson will once again be hosting the Scholastic Book Fair! Roughly 1/3 of the proceeds come back into classrooms through Scholastic credits. These credits are used to make purchases from the Scholastic Catalogue such as additional math tools, games to strengthen literacy skills, organizational tools, reference materials for desks, self-regulation tools, and of course books to fill our classroom libraries!</em></i></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The book fair cannot run without the help of volunteers to work the cash. If you have time and are wiling to help out, please contact Mme Underhill at underhillw@limestone.on.ca. Volunteers are needed on Wednesday April 15</strong></b></i><i><b><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic">th</strong></sup></b></i><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> and Thursday April 16</strong></b></i><i><b><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic">th</strong></sup></b></i><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> from 9am-11am, and 11:40am-1pm. Volunteers are required to have a CPIC with a vulnerable screener check.</strong></b></i></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Also, this year we will once again be doing a book trade</strong></b></i><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">! This was a big hit last year. If you have gently used children's books at home that you are willing to part with, please send them to school and we will provide them for other students to take home during the book fair, free of charge!</em></i></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/e6b719c7-eeec-4ace-aea5-5c6ec7dfaef8?fingerprint=ppb20260329173403" alt="IMG 0036" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students in Ms. Van Galen & Ms. Simkins' class learned about Down Syndrome and celebrating our differences on Lots of Socks Day.</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Staffing Updates</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Staff and students said farewell to head caretaker, Mr. Tom Breeden, on Friday.  “Mr. Tom” accepted a position closer to home that begins on Monday, March 30</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;">.  We will miss him and wish him well at his new school.  As well, Ms. Scott will be going on leave earlier than expected as she awaits the arrival of her new baby.  We will keep you posted as we proceed with the staffing process. </strong></b></h3><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><br></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/76fdef4b-9224-4fd0-addd-c613f9b16dce?fingerprint=ppb20260329164739" alt="Screenshot 2026 03 29 101452" width="260" height="141" style="width:260px;height:141px;display:inline-block;float:left"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">EQAO Primary & Junior Provincial Assessments</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><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 later this year.  If you would like to know more about the assessments, please see the links below for upcoming webinars and parent resources.</strong></b></h3><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.eqao.com/the-assessments/primary-division/" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">EQAO Assessments: What to Expect</strong></b></a><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Video</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftrk.mmail.lst.fin.gov.on.ca%2Ftrk%2Fclick%3Fref%3Dzr9uf3m5h_6-fe31_0_0x32a4bax03804&data=05%7C02%7Cpachecoa%40LIMESTONE.ON.CA%7Cdf26d5a3b6384c223c0f08de7a353690%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639082566213074877%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=ekbZYhYLBCGGD6wXbXdXe3nUlKBD%2FnY0hkKbHySv%2FjA%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="Original URL: https://trk.mmail.lst.fin.gov.on.ca/trk/click?ref=zr9uf3m5h_6-fe31_0_0x32a4bax03804. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">EQAO Literacy Session for Families: Focus on Reading</strong></b></a><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(March 31, 2026, 6:00 PM)</span><br><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Join us for a free live webinar about how EQAO assesses students’ reading skills at key stages of their education. EQAO staff will discuss reading samples and questions from the primary and junior assessments and the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test. Participants will hear how these reading passages and questions help assess the skills students are learning in class. Staff will also highlight valuable insights and resources that can help parents and guardians support their child’s learning</strong></b></i></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftrk.mmail.lst.fin.gov.on.ca%2Ftrk%2Fclick%3Fref%3Dzr9uf3m5h_6-fe31_0_0x32a4bbx03804&data=05%7C02%7Cpachecoa%40LIMESTONE.ON.CA%7Cdf26d5a3b6384c223c0f08de7a353690%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639082566213329430%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=LDYMLxgVJmKfQld0vaALV3y9Gzkdsu1gha3Ov0WC9lA%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="Original URL: https://trk.mmail.lst.fin.gov.on.ca/trk/click?ref=zr9uf3m5h_6-fe31_0_0x32a4bbx03804. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">EQAO Math Night for Parents and Guardians</strong></b></a><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> (April 1, 2026, 6:00 PM)</strong></b><br><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Join us for a free live webinar where EQAO staff will discuss math questions that Ontario students encounter when they participate in Ontario’s large-scale assessments. These assessments are taken by all Ontario students in Grades 3, 6 and 9. During the webinar, EQAO staff will show how these math questions help assess the skills students are learning in their math classes. Staff will also share valuable insights from EQAO research into assessment results, which can help parents and guardians support their children’s math learning.</strong></b></i></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftrk.mmail.lst.fin.gov.on.ca%2Ftrk%2Fclick%3Fref%3Dzr9uf3m5h_6-fe31_0_0x32a4bcx03804&data=05%7C02%7Cpachecoa%40LIMESTONE.ON.CA%7Cdf26d5a3b6384c223c0f08de7a353690%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639082566213354256%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=WHgRhxaR2okdXKqe5H9%2F9n8RMv7jgfcpEPb31u%2FBUOw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="Original URL: https://trk.mmail.lst.fin.gov.on.ca/trk/click?ref=zr9uf3m5h_6-fe31_0_0x32a4bcx03804. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">EQAO Math Session for Parents/Guardians of Primary Students</strong></b></a><br><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(April 7, 2026, 12:00 PM)</strong></b><br><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Join us for a free webinar about how EQAO assesses primary-division students’ mathematics learning. EQAO staff will discuss mathematics questions from the mathematics component of the primary-division assessment. Participants will hear how these math questions help assess the skills students are learning in class. Staff will also highlight valuable insights and resources that can help parents and guardians support their child’s learning.</strong></b></i></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftrk.mmail.lst.fin.gov.on.ca%2Ftrk%2Fclick%3Fref%3Dzr9uf3m5h_6-fe31_0_0x32a4bdx03804&data=05%7C02%7Cpachecoa%40LIMESTONE.ON.CA%7Cdf26d5a3b6384c223c0f08de7a353690%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639082566213371354%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Bq2tuvz1U%2BDnMnpUUcbHkBmEWJZ8ebRw0W8sc0ILMrw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="Original URL: https://trk.mmail.lst.fin.gov.on.ca/trk/click?ref=zr9uf3m5h_6-fe31_0_0x32a4bdx03804. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">EQAO Math Session for Parents/Guardians of Junior Students</strong></b></a><br><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(April 16, 2026, 12:00 PM)</strong></b><br><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Join us for a free webinar about how EQAO assesses junior-division students’ mathematics learning. EQAO staff will discuss mathematics questions from the mathematics component of the junior-division assessment. Participants will hear how these math questions help assess the skills students are learning in class. Staff will also highlight valuable insights and resources that can help parents and guardians support their child’s learning.</strong></b></i></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftrk.mmail.lst.fin.gov.on.ca%2Ftrk%2Fclick%3Fref%3Dzr9uf3m5h_6-fe31_0_0x32a4bex03804&data=05%7C02%7Cpachecoa%40LIMESTONE.ON.CA%7Cdf26d5a3b6384c223c0f08de7a353690%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639082566213387885%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=1fdLE5wcOsbqEN5qmfZD8MgoK%2BQWTUxS%2BqoKexCHl0k%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="Original URL: https://trk.mmail.lst.fin.gov.on.ca/trk/click?ref=zr9uf3m5h_6-fe31_0_0x32a4bex03804. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">EQAO Webinar for Parents and Guardians of Elementary School Students</strong></b></a><br><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(April 22, 2026, 6:00 PM)</strong></b><br><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Register for this free live webinar and learn about EQAO’s primary and junior Assessments of Reading, Writing and Mathematics. Participants will learn about the purpose of Ontario’s large-scale assessments. EQAO staff will explain the assessment format, highlight resources to support students and answer questions from participants. The session will be approximately 45 minutes, followed by a live Q&A with EQAO staff.</strong></b></i></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftrk.mmail.lst.fin.gov.on.ca%2Ftrk%2Fclick%3Fref%3Dzr9uf3m5h_6-fe31_0_0x32a489x03804&data=05%7C02%7Cpachecoa%40LIMESTONE.ON.CA%7Cdf26d5a3b6384c223c0f08de7a353690%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639082566213404236%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=L0ij3Ob3yQQ9kmLhm%2B77fAlXb%2B5caSlkkQM7FVpleIo%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="Original URL: https://trk.mmail.lst.fin.gov.on.ca/trk/click?ref=zr9uf3m5h_6-fe31_0_0x32a489x03804. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">EQAO Webinar for Parents and Guardians of Elementary School Students</strong></b></a><br><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(April 29, 2026, 12:00 PM)</strong></b><br><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Register for this free live webinar and learn about EQAO’s primary and junior Assessments of Reading, Writing and Mathematics. Participants will learn about the purpose of Ontario’s large-scale assessments. EQAO staff will explain the assessment format, highlight resources to support students and answer questions from participants. The session will be approximately 45 minutes, followed by a live Q&A with EQAO staff.</strong></b></i></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/4c5ef971-4e65-4009-88d1-e0cfc6b7fe3f?fingerprint=ppb20260329173352" alt="IMG 0037" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Polson's kindergarten students are improving their early numeracy, literacy and fine motor skills at their learning centres!</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><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" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please be aware that because Friday is a holiday, lunch is Ready delivery this week will be on Thursday, April 2</strong></b><b><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><strong class="editor-text-bold">nd</strong></sup></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">!  </strong></b><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" dir="ltr"><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" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This current delivery session ends on Friday, April 10, 2026.</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><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" dir="ltr"><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" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This week’s menu:</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/ff0a9eed-9a71-4bcd-987a-a5a131027448?fingerprint=ppb20260329164459" alt="Caesar Salad 2026 (2)" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LunchBox -Wednesday School Lunch Orders:</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Subway subs will be delivered on Wednesday, April 1st 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" dir="ltr"><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" dir="ltr"><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" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Lunchbox Orders</span></a></h3><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><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(128, 100, 162); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">March/mars </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Epilepsy Awareness Month </span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Monday, March 30, 2026 — Day 4</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Lent (Christianity/Western) </span></h2></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·         Running club practice 8:30 (weather dependent) </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·         Welcome Courtney, FDK -placements student!</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" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tuesday, March 31, 2026 — Day 5</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Lent (Christianity/Western); National Indigenous Languages Day / Int’l Transgender Day of Visibility </span></h2></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Queen’s Sports Buddies – second recesses – Last one! </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       SAC Meeting - 6pm virtual & in person</span></h2></td></tr><tr><td colspan="2" class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(218, 232, 248); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">April/ avril</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday, April 01, 2026 —Day 1</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Lent (Christianity/Western)</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Pesach/Passover (Judaism) </span></h2></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·     Drawing Club Gr 5-6, 2</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>nd</span></sup><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Recess</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·     Subway Delivery at first recess </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" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday, April 02, 2026— Day 2</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">World Autism Day</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Lent (Christianity/Western)</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Pesach/Passover (Judaism);  </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Holy Thursday (Christianity/Western) </span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/d190494e-d34e-4384-8cbe-fd3c32ea9ac5?fingerprint=ppb20260329164251" alt="World Autism Awareness Day 810x554" width="187" height="128" style="width:187px;height:128px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·     </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tie Dye Day Spirit Day</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> in support of World Autism Day! Wear Tie Dye patterns or bright colours today!</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·     Running Club Practice – 8:30 am (weather dependent) </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·     Lunch is Ready Delivery at second recess </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/5ff5e4c2-dfd4-4baf-8a61-031641ff5274?fingerprint=ppb20260329180026" alt="download" width="163" height="140" style="width:163px;height:140px;display:inline-block;float:left"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·     Running & Reading Club after school</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" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, April 03, 2026 — (Schools Closed); Pesach/Passover (Judaism) </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Good Friday  (Western Christianity) </span></h2></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">No Classes </strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/bf729146-fcc1-405f-98db-24211bc6147f?fingerprint=ppb20260329164050" alt="happy easter and passover hand lettering text with eggs flowers and leaves flat modern illustration free vector" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p></td></tr></tbody></table><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><br></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">SAVE THE DATES:</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·      Monday, April 6th - Schools Closed; Easter Monday (Western Christianity; Pesach/Passover (Judaism)</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·      Tuesday, April 7</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>th</span></sup><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Fluoride varnish-(Public Health) JK, SK, grade 1</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·      Wednesday, April 15</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>th</span></sup><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> SAC Family Dance!</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·      Wednesday, April 15-Thursday, April 16</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>th</span></sup><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Scholastic Book Fair</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·      Friday April 17</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>th</span></sup><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> PA Day -No Classes</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·      Wednesday, April 22nd -Earth Day -Blue & Green Spirit Day & Pitch In Clean-up</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/3cd8bc60-c6d4-428e-a253-bb841c548906?fingerprint=ppb20260329164512" alt="2026 02 25 Harmful Substances Newsletter Insert Elementary (1)" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><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"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></p>

2026-03-29 18:18:01.871 +0000 UTC

Polson Family Update: March 15, 2026

<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Polson Family Update: March 15, 2026</strong></b></h3><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">What’s Happening at Polson!</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We hope you enjoy a wonderful March Break and we look forward to welcoming students back when classes resume on Monday, March 23</strong></b><b><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><strong class="editor-text-bold">rd</strong></sup></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">! We're excited for the arrival of spring and the return of running club season after the break. Don't forget to rock your bright and/or mismatched socks on Lots of Socks Monday!</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/be800175-c2ac-4684-94f4-8fb4cabf37da?fingerprint=ppb20260315210001" alt="IMG 9966 (1)" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students and staff enjoyed a PJ day on a chilly March Friday right before March Break!</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/8d8c1073-afe0-4a48-947b-1a63e9de949f?fingerprint=ppb20260315200914" alt="IMG 9967 (1)" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mme Ducharme's Grade 5 students are learning to country line dance. Merci to volunteer, Dr. Sears, for helping our students to learn and choreograph their own routines!</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/fe29ed49-9c48-43b2-9611-bc0f408e067b?fingerprint=ppb20260308173420" alt="Spring Session" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><br></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Lunch is Ready! Free Lunch Program Spring Session Sign-up</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Spring session of the Lunch in Ready! (LIR) program will run from </em></i><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">April 13 to June 19, 2026</strong></b></i><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. This program provides nutritious, ready-to-eat lunches delivered directly to schools for students who may benefit from additional food support during the school day.</em></i></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students who are currently enrolled in the program will automatically continue for the Spring session.</em></i><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Families do not need to register again.</strong></b></i><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> If you would prefer to opt out, please email </em></i><a href="mailto:info@foodsharingproject.org" title="mailto:info@foodsharingproject.org" class="editor-link"><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">info@foodsharingproject.org</em></i></a><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</em></i></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">New families who would like to register a student can do so by visiting our webstore: </em></i><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffoodsharingproject.store%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cpachecoa%40limestone.on.ca%7Cb44a209c108740ccb43708de7afc685e%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639083421859804549%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=KBdPmXm5PCxJu1bRytxppwDkXIOt50wP01oWp5fU7zQ%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="Original URL: https://foodsharingproject.store/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://foodsharingproject.store/</em></i></a><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. The menu for the upcoming session is also available to view on the webstore. </em></i><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The deadline to register is March 25, 2026. </strong></b></i></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><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" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This current delivery session runs on Fridays (January 12–April 6, 2026).</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please note that Lunch is Ready meals are </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">not cancelled</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> on inclement weather days.</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><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" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Menu for the Week of March 23</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>rd</span></sup><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">:</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/996ac4d3-9ce0-4fdb-abf5-79429f748edb?fingerprint=ppb20260222165701" alt="Bento 3 options 2026 (1)" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LunchBox -Wednesday School Lunch Orders:</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Subway subs will be delivered on Wednesday, March 25</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>th</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" dir="ltr"><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, LunchBox orders will be cancelled in the morning and refunds issued. </strong></b></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><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" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A Peek at the Week:</strong></b></h2><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><td colspan="2" class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(128, 100, 162); width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">March/mars </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Epilepsy Awareness Month </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></h2></td></tr><tr><td colspan="2" class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Week of March 16</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;"> -March 20</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;"> Happy March Break!</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Monday, March 16, 2026 — March Break (Schools Closed); Ramadan (Islam); Lent (Christianity/Western)</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tuesday, March 17, 2026 —</span><img src="/images/cfa3507a-55c6-4d12-a346-58fd7fd5381f?fingerprint=ppb20260315181644" alt="Screenshot 2026 03 15 141501" width="100" height="91" style="width:100px;height:91px;display:inline-block;float:left"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> March Break (Schools Closed); Ramadan (Islam); Lent (Christianity/Western) Happy St. Patrick's Day to all who celebrate! </span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday, March 18, 2026 — March Break (Schools Closed); Ramadan (Islam); Lent (Christianity/Western)</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday, March 19, 2026 — March Break (Schools Closed); Lent (Christianity/Western); Two Spirit & Indigenous LGBTQQIA+ Awareness</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><br></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/a1729df5-d0e4-43a9-a281-0aac12811409?fingerprint=ppb20260315181555" alt="Screenshot 2026 03 15 141341" width="124" height="79" style="width:124px;height:79px;display:inline-block;float:left"></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, March 20, 2026 —March Break (Schools Closed); Lent (Christianity/Western); Spring Equinox; </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Eid al-Fitr (Islam) Happy Eid to all who celebrate!</strong></b></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/e20e3778-61e9-4def-9508-a8fe2125f3f1?fingerprint=ppb20260315203222" alt="Screenshot 2026 03 15 162453" width="296" height="159" style="width:296px;height:159px;display:inline-block;float:left"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Saturday, March 21st World Down Syndrome Day! Lots of Socks challenge -wear your fun, bright, or mismatched socks on March 21st to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day. Switch them up and wear them again on Monday, March 23rd at school! </strong></b></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></h3></td></tr><tr><td colspan="2" class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Week of March 23</strong></b><b><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><strong class="editor-text-bold">rd</strong></sup></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> -March 27</strong></b><b><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><strong class="editor-text-bold">th</strong></sup></b></h2></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Monday, March 23, 2026 — Day 4</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Lent (Christianity/Western) </span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/7f482ee7-e453-4821-8d43-e56f0fd695be?fingerprint=ppb20260315204044" alt="Screenshot 2026 03 15 163811" width="134" height="99" style="width:134px;height:99px;display:inline-block;float:left"></p></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Classes resume</strong></b></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·      </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Lots of SocksDay! It's never too late to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day and neurodiversity. Wear your fun, bright or mismatched socks!</strong></b></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Due Date for spring session registration for Lunch is Ready! See info above.</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Term 2 IEPS go home</strong></b></h3></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tuesday, March 24, 2026 —Day 5</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Lent (Christianity/Western) </span></h3></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·      Student Council at first recess</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Queen’s Sports Buddies at second recess</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Wednesday, March 25, 2026-Day 1</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Lent (Christianity/Western); Int’l Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery & the Transatlantic Slave Trade </span></h3></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Ms. Blommesteyn and Mme. Guardado trip   to Gould Lake </span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Subway order delivery at first nutrition break</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Drawing Club Gr 5-6,  2</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>nd</span></sup><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Recess </span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Welcome Katharine St. Clair, LDSB Learning Partner </span></h3></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday, March 26, 2026 —Day 2</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Lent (Christianity/Western);</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Epilepsy Awareness Day (Purple Day) </span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/1115a655-c2d7-4c16-a4f3-565d4c9594fc?fingerprint=ppb20260315183220" alt="Screenshot 2026 03 15 143137" width="217" height="166" style="width:217px;height:166px;display:inline-block;float:left"></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><br></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><br></h3></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Purple Day! Epilepsy Awareness</strong></b></h3></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, March 27, 2026 —Day 3</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Lent (Christianity/Western) </span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/76b4f49d-7501-4910-b9e4-d333be04c6af?fingerprint=ppb20260322171653" alt="OIP (6)" width="100" height="100" style="width:100px;height:100px;display:inline-block;float:left"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Panther Pride Friday!</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Polson Earth Hour-lights out 11-12 pm</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Scott and Underhill to Kingston Symphony </span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Ducharme to Pumphouse Museum</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Queen’s Sports Buddies –2</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>nd</span></sup><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> recess</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Welcome Katharine St. Clair LDSB Learning Partner</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Lunch is Ready! Delivery at second recess</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p></td></tr></tbody></table><p class="editor-paragraph"><h1 class="editor-heading-h1"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></h1></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">SAVE THE DATES:</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·      Tuesday, March 31</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>st</span></sup><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> -School Advisory Council Meeting at 6 pm -in person and virtual</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·      Tuesday, April 7</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>th</span></sup><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Fluoride varnish-(Public Health) JK, SK, grade 1</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·      Wednesday, April 15</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>th</span></sup><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> SAC Family Dance!</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> A Message From the Give 30 Campaign:</span></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">During Ramadan (the Muslim month of fasting), </strong></b></i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">the </strong></b><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Give 30 Campaign in Kingston, conducts our annual campaign to raise funds for Partners in Mission Food Bank during Ramadan (and beyond, ending on April 30). This will mark our 13th year of giving in Kingston. </strong></b></i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Follow the link below for more information:</strong></b></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdZVKfrm-3QUKlspiLAkKWVhXhzEsfjQu7LN0z7XKI2uguNnw/viewform" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Join the 2026 Give 30 Campaign in Kingston</span></a></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></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" dir="ltr"><br></p>

2026-03-15 20:59:52.151 +0000 UTC

Polson Family Update: March 8, 2026

<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Polson Family Update: March 8, 2026</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">What’s Happening at Polson!</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/ba4efb9f-bf8a-4b75-b7d0-8aba20b061ec?fingerprint=ppb20260308173808" alt="IMG 9815" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Literacy is taught in large and small group settings to learn and practice the code!</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/1d6f6dbd-c597-4d9f-8ef2-c47d20cb2909?fingerprint=ppb20260308173834" alt="IMG 0863" width="213" height="284" style="width:213px;height:284px;display:inline-block;float:right"></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you, Parent Council!</span></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We hope you can join us on Wednesday for our School Advisory Council meeting in person or online.  Thank you to our parent council for ongoing fundraising that has gone towards the purchase of a variety of items for our students including larger sized snowshoes for older students to add to our kits, outdoor play equipment, classroom enhancements and more!  Thank you to all our bingo volunteers who give their time to raise funds for our school.  Please reach out if you would like to help out!</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><br></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/06703337-8d41-4592-a7c9-1fdc075193a6?fingerprint=ppb20260308173821" alt="IMG 9816" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you to our Queen’s placement students who enrich our classrooms through the year!  Our French as a second language placement students have been working with primary students with a focus on reading skills interventions and practice.  As well, we are welcoming St. Lawrence College Behavioural Psychology placement students this week at Polson.</span></h2><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/fe29ed49-9c48-43b2-9611-bc0f408e067b?fingerprint=ppb20260308173420" alt="Spring Session" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Lunch is Ready! Free Lunch Program Spring Session</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Spring session of the Lunch in Ready! (LIR) program will run from </em></i><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">April 13 to June 19, 2026</strong></b></i><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. This program provides nutritious, ready-to-eat lunches delivered directly to schools for students who may benefit from additional food support during the school day.</em></i></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students who are currently enrolled in the program will automatically continue for the Spring session.</em></i><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Families do not need to register again.</strong></b></i><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> If you would prefer to opt out, please email </em></i><a href="mailto:info@foodsharingproject.org" title="mailto:info@foodsharingproject.org" class="editor-link"><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">info@foodsharingproject.org</em></i></a><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</em></i></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">New families who would like to register a student can do so by visiting our webstore: </em></i><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffoodsharingproject.store%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cpachecoa%40limestone.on.ca%7Cb44a209c108740ccb43708de7afc685e%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639083421859804549%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=KBdPmXm5PCxJu1bRytxppwDkXIOt50wP01oWp5fU7zQ%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="Original URL: https://foodsharingproject.store/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://foodsharingproject.store/</em></i></a><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. The menu for the upcoming session is also available to view on the webstore. </em></i><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The deadline to register is March 25, 2026. </strong></b></i></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><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><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This week’s menu for Friday, March 13th: </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span> </span></sup></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/a7bfea93-0ced-4e33-9c83-d05f19f5080d?fingerprint=ppb20260308173409" alt="Greek Bento Box 2026 (1)" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LunchBox -Wednesday School Lunch Orders:</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Little Caesars Pizza will be delivered on Wednesday, March 11</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>th</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" dir="ltr"><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, LunchBox orders will be cancelled in the morning and refunds issued. </strong></b></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><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" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A Peek at the Week:</strong></b></h2><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><td colspan="2" class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(193, 137, 247); width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">March/mars  </strong></b></h2></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></h2></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Monday, March 09, 2026 —Day 4 Ramadan (Islam); Lent (Christianity/Western)</span></h2></td><td colspan="2" class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Welcome SLC Behavioural Psychology Students begin (until early April)</span></h2></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tuesday, March 10, 2026 —Day 5 Ramadan (Islam); Lent (Christianity/Western)</span></h2></td><td colspan="2" class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Queen's Sports Buddies – second recess</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></h2></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday, March 11, 2026 — Day 1 Ramadan (Islam); Lent (Christianity/Western)</span></h2></td><td colspan="2" class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Drawing Club Gr 5-6,  2</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>nd</span></sup><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Recess Makerspace- Salvary</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Scott and Blommesteyn to Pumphouse Museum  </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Little Caesars Pizza first nutrition break</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Board Game Club after school</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Polson SAC Meeting 6 pm</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></h2></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday, March 12, 2026 —Day 2 Ramadan (Islam); Lent (Christianity/Western)</span></h2></td><td colspan="2" class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> ·       Student Council Meeting </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></h2></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, March 13, 2026 —Day 3 Ramadan (Islam); Lent (Christianity/Western)</span></h2></td><td colspan="2" class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Pyjama Day!</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Queen’s Sports Buddies – second break</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·      Happy March Break!</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></h2></td></tr></tbody></table><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">SAVE THE DATES:</strong></b></h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·      </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">March Break:  March 16-20-no classes</strong></b></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> March 23rd Term 2 IEPs go home</strong></b></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Purple Day! In support of Epilepsy Awareness</strong></b></li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mandatory Immunization Reporting Due</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The ISPA requires that for children born in 2-10 or later, students be appropriately immunized, or have a valid medical or conscience/religious exemption on file at public health.  Please follow the link for more information on how to report and track your child’s immunizations:</span></h3><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       </span><a href="https://www.kflaph.ca/en/health-topics/immunization-records-and-reporting.aspx" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Immunization Records & Reporting</span></a></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> A Message From the Give 30 Campaign:</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">During Ramadan (the Muslim month of fasting), </strong></b></i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">the </strong></b><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Give 30 Campaign in Kingston, conducts our annual campaign to raise funds for Partners in Mission Food Bank during Ramadan (and beyond, ending on April 30). This will mark our 13th year of giving in Kingston. </strong></b></i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Follow the link below for more information:</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdZVKfrm-3QUKlspiLAkKWVhXhzEsfjQu7LN0z7XKI2uguNnw/viewform" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Join the 2026 Give 30 Campaign in Kingston</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/bd80fffa-85e7-4a55-9817-907cd5723976?fingerprint=ppb20260301162112" alt="download" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block;float:left"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></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/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"><img src="/images/b30b9d50-4970-4897-b290-eb5e0744d0b1?fingerprint=ppb20260215161220" alt="2026 02 12 Monique Gray Smith Facebook Instagram" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>

2026-03-08 18:08:14.065 +0000 UTC

Message from the Director - March 5, 2026

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

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

Limestone District School Board Welcomes 2026–2027 Student Trustees

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

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

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

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

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

Polson Family Update: March 1, 2026

<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Polson Family Update: March 1, 2026</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">What’s Happening at Polson!</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/59f9bf1e-0139-4f53-87f6-01291d26c935?fingerprint=ppb20260301161332" alt="IMG 9769" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Congratulations to all students who received “Caught you being kind!” cards last week during Kindsess Week at Polson.  Thank you to Mme Vail for leading our Kindness assemblies to promote kind and respectful interactions and to review school rules that support a safe and caring school community. </strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/c6cf1f5a-a14d-4e47-91a6-391f39ab8886?fingerprint=ppb20260301161340" alt="IMG 9768" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Bus cancellations didn't dampen spirits on Pink Shirt Day at Polson!</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/47690043-3363-4167-ba09-1e34bdfc4396?fingerprint=ppb20260301161357" alt="IMG 9771" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">You've Got Class! Students in Mme Ducharme's grade 5 French Immersion class tackle a variety of tough problems during math class and use tools such as open number lines and coordinate graphs do demonstrate their understanding.</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/52cea297-011a-4a55-9a07-ce0f9fbce4f3?fingerprint=ppb20260301161349" alt="IMG 9770" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students in Mme Underhill's grade 3/4 French Immersion class are learning to read and play music on glockenspiels. Bravo!</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><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" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This delivery session runs on Fridays (January 12–April 6, 2026).</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please note that Lunch is Ready meals are </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">not cancelled</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> on inclement weather days.</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><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><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This week’s menu for Friday, March 6</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>th</span></sup></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><br></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/77c719b2-9d97-41ff-8df2-4638fc20e533?fingerprint=ppb20260301161415" alt="Ranch Wrap 3 options 2026 (3)" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LunchBox -Wednesday School Lunch Orders:</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Subway subs will be delivered on Wednesday, March 4</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>th</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" dir="ltr"><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, LunchBox orders will be cancelled in the morning and refunds issued. </strong></b></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><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" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Curriculum Connections</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/bcb81b70-4286-4d61-ab4e-9bfa26d13ced?fingerprint=ppb20260301164030" alt="Screenshot 2026 03 01 113856" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A Peek at the Week:</strong></b></h2><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><td colspan="2" class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(128, 100, 162); width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">March/mars</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Epilepsy Awareness Month</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Monday, March 02, 2026 — Day 4 </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ramadan (Islam); Lent (Christianity/Western); Purim (Judaism) </span></p></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Welcome Queen’s University Alt Practicum students! </span></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tuesday, March 03, 2026 — Day 5 </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ramadan (Islam); Lent (Christianity/Western); Purim (Judaism) </span></p></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Nicholson, Salvary & Scott to FSS for Treasure Island play </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Queen’s Sports Buddies-second recess (soccer)</span></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday, March 04, 2026 — Day 1</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ramadan (Islam); Lent (Christianity/Western); Holi (Hinduism) </span></p></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Drawing Club Gr 5-6, 2</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>nd</span></sup><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Recess Makerspace- Salvary </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Board Game Club after school </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Subway lunch Delivery at first recess </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday, March 05, 2026 — Day 2 Ramadan (Islam); Lent (Christianity/Western) </span></p></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Running & Reading Club after school </span></p></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, March 06, 2026 — Day 3</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/d366d7cc-c417-45fa-b505-65c067509b21?fingerprint=ppb20251217014946" alt="panther 2" width="136" height="103" style="width:136px;height:103px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ramadan (Islam); Lent (Christianity/Western) </span></p></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Polson Pride Friday!-Wear your school colours, Panthers!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Welcome Katharine St. Clair, LDSB Learning Partner </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Queen’s Sports Buddies – second recess (football)</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p></td></tr></tbody></table><p class="editor-paragraph"><h1 class="editor-heading-h1"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></h1></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">SAVE THE DATES:</strong></b></h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday, March 11, 2026 -Ecole Polson Park Public School School Advisory Council Meeting at 6 pm in-person and virtual</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">March Break:  March 16-20-no classes</strong></b></li></ul><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" dir="ltr"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mandatory Immunization Reporting Due</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The ISPA requires that for children born in 2-10 or later, students be appropriately immunized, or have a valid medical or conscience/religious exemption on file at public health.  Please follow the link for more information on how to report and track your child’s immunizations:</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       </span><a href="https://www.kflaph.ca/en/health-topics/immunization-records-and-reporting.aspx" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Immunization Records & Reporting</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/bd80fffa-85e7-4a55-9817-907cd5723976?fingerprint=ppb20260301162112" alt="download" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A Message From the Give 30 Campaign:</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">During Ramadan (the Muslim month of fasting), </strong></b></i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">the </strong></b><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Give 30 Campaign in Kingston, conducts our annual campaign to raise funds for Partners in Mission Food Bank during Ramadan (and beyond, ending on April 30). This will mark our 13th year of giving in Kingston. </strong></b></i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Follow the link below for more information:</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdZVKfrm-3QUKlspiLAkKWVhXhzEsfjQu7LN0z7XKI2uguNnw/viewform" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Join the 2026 Give 30 Campaign in Kingston</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/b30b9d50-4970-4897-b290-eb5e0744d0b1?fingerprint=ppb20260215161220" alt="2026 02 12 Monique Gray Smith Facebook Instagram" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>

2026-03-01 17:24:51.014 +0000 UTC

Polson Family Update February 23, 2026

<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Polson Family Update: February 23, 2026</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">What’s Happening at Polson!</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/95c093ff-4caa-41d4-87a5-2b33eb4d538e?fingerprint=ppb20260222164631" alt="IMG 9625" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We may be a little heartbroken, but we still love cheering on Canada!</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Staffing News</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We have some new additions to our term 2 staff.  Jayden Downing will be at Polson in the afternoons teaching Core French and primary planning time subjects.  As well, we are welcoming back Julia Honcharsky who will be taking over for Ms. King and Ms Shultz during Ms. Shultz’s leave.  They are a great addition to the Polson team!</strong></b></h3><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/0c6b7a30-9c1b-4983-8fa7-f91ed3ddaf67?fingerprint=ppb20260222173115" alt="be the change kind is the new cool" width="304" height="203" style="width:304px;height:203px;display:inline-block;float:left"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><br></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Kindness Week</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are focusing on kindness this week and will kick off the week with 2 Kindness Assemblies with primary and junior students on Monday. We will be encouraging acts of kindness and recognizing kindness in others. As well, Pink Shirt Day is on Wednesday, February 27, 2026. Be kind, and stand up to bullying, Panthers!</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/254a3b06-4df3-4ef0-953f-3c45e880b48b?fingerprint=ppb20260222165429" alt="IMG 9626" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mr. Blackburn, our superintendent, visited kindergarten classes on Friday, and spotted lots of smiles and engagement in numeracy activities. Thank you for visiting, Mr. Blackburn!</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><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" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This delivery session runs on Fridays (January 12–April 6, 2026).Please note that Lunch is Ready meals are </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">not cancelled</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> on inclement weather days.</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><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><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></h3><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This week’s menu for Friday, February 25th</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>. </span></sup></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span> </span></sup></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/996ac4d3-9ce0-4fdb-abf5-79429f748edb?fingerprint=ppb20260222165701" alt="Bento 3 options 2026 (1)" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><br></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LunchBox -Wednesday School Lunch Orders:</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Little Caesars Pizza will be delivered on Wednesday, February 25th 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" dir="ltr"><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, LunchBox orders will be cancelled in the morning and refunds issued. </strong></b></h3><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><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></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/c363baba-5454-4036-b5b6-9625fa54f8ca?fingerprint=ppb20260222173436" alt="IMG 9627" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Some of our students have been learning baking skills and helping with the LIFT cart delivery. They enjoy sampling their baked goods and offering our staff some treats. Much appreciated!</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A Peek at the Week:</strong></b></h2><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><td colspan="2" class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(217, 149, 148); width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">February/février </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Black History Month </span></h2></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Monday, February 23, 2026 — Day 4</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ramadan (Islam); Lent (Christianity/Western) </strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><br></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><br></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/7d63f020-58f1-4d85-9c9e-38c2686531c8?fingerprint=ppb20260222173140" alt="Screenshot 2026 02 22 121433" width="244" height="251" style="width:244px;height:251px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Kindness Week! La</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Semaine</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">de</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">la</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Gentillesse! </strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Choose to be kind and recognize kindness in others!</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">    </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Primary Kindness Assembly -9:30-9:50</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Junior Kindness Assembly – 10-10:20</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·Student Council Meeting at first break</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">-Marshall & Underhill to Grand Theatre PM</span></h2></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tuesday, February 24, 2026 — Day 5 Ramadan (Islam); Lent (Christianity/Western) </strong></b></h2></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Salvary and Carew to Gould Lake  </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></h2></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday, February 25, 2026 — Day 1</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ramadan (Islam); Lent (Christianity/Western); Pink Shirt Day (National) </strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/e9968d4c-41d8-4dde-9806-466ead76461d?fingerprint=ppb20260222170850" alt="Screenshot 2026 02 22 120751" width="216" height="352" style="width:216px;height:352px;display:inline-block"></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><br></h2></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Pink Shirt Day!</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Welcome Katharine St Clair, LDSB Learning Partner</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Drawing Club Gr 5-6,  2</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>nd</span></sup><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Recess Makerspace- Salvary </span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Little Caesars Pizza Lunch Delivery at first recess</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Gr. 5/6 Board Game Club after school</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></h2></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday, February 26, 2026 — Day 2</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ramadan (Islam); Lent (Christianity/Western) </strong></b></h2></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Running & Reading Club after school</span></h2></td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, February 27, 2026</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">—Day 3</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Ramadan (Islam); Lent (Christianity/Western) </strong></b></h2></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Polson Pride Friday-Wear your school colours, Panthers!</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Welcome Katharine St Clair, LDSB Learning Partner</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       Lunch is Ready Delivery at second recess</span></h2></td></tr></tbody></table><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">SAVE THE DATES:</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">-Wednesday, March 11th </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">SAC Meeting 6 pm -in person and virtual</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">-Week of March 16th -March 20th March Break-no classes!</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mandatory Immunization Reporting Due</strong></b></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The ISPA requires that for children born in 2-10 or later, students be appropriately immunized, or have a valid medical or conscience/religious exemption on file at public health.  Please follow the link for more information on how to report and track your child’s immunizations:</span></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">·       </span><a href="https://www.kflaph.ca/en/health-topics/immunization-records-and-reporting.aspx" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Immunization Records & Reporting</span></a></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></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"><img src="/images/b30b9d50-4970-4897-b290-eb5e0744d0b1?fingerprint=ppb20260215161220" alt="2026 02 12 Monique Gray Smith Facebook Instagram" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>

2026-02-22 18:08:52.057 +0000 UTC

Message from the Director - February 20, 2026

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

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

Boardroom Briefs: February 18, 2026

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">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 February 18, 2026 Regular Board Meeting. Agendas and meeting recording can be found on the website under </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/board_meetings-1719463739654" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Board Meetings</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.  </span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Regular Board Meeting - February 18, 2026</span></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Land Acknowledgement </span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">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."</span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Private Session Report</span></h3><details open="false"><summary><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">February 4, 2026 EPOC Meeting and February 18, 2026 Board Meeting</span></p></summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustee Lloyd stated: “During Private Session following at the February 4 Education, Policy, and Operations Committee (EPOC) Meeting, Associate Superintendent Hedderson and Associate Superintendent Blackburn provided a Legal and Property Update.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">There was no other business conducted, or motions passed in Private Session. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Earlier this evening during Private Session, the private session minutes were approved from the January 14, 2026, Regular Board Meeting and the February 4, 2026, EPOC Meeting. Associate Superintendent Gollogly provided a Safe Schools, Superintendent Young provided a legal update, and Trustees discussed a Personnel update.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">There was no other business conducted, or motions passed in Private Session.”</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">MOVED BY: Trustee Lloyd and seconded by Trustee Scott that the Private Session Report be received. Carried.</span></p></div></details><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Approved Absences</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Chair McGregor indicated that regrets were received from Trustee Morning to have her absence from tonight’s meeting be approved due to illness.</span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Presentation/Delegation</span></h3><details open="false"><summary><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LDSB Continuing Education: A Closer Look at the Personal Support Worker Program</strong></b></p></summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true"><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/1f82cff8-a9e2-40aa-aabd-7bec84bbe0a7?fingerprint=ppb20260220152728" alt="Personal Support Worker Presentation Title Slide" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Associate Superintendent Blackburn welcomed Principal Kate Myers, staff member Caitlin Turcotte, and student Luciana Xavier Vandermeer. An overview of Continuing Education programs was provided, with a focus on the PSW program as a strong example of Ministry‑supported community partnership. Principal Myers outlined the six Continuing Education programs offered: International and Indigenous Languages, Adult English as a Second Language (ESL), Get Set (Skills Education and Training), teacher‑assisted self‑study/correspondence credits, fee‑for‑service interest courses, and the PSW program.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The PSW program, normally tuition‑based, has been tuition‑free for approximately five years through Ministry funding, currently committed until March 31, 2026. The program operates as a “living classroom” in partnership with the County of Lennox and Addington at the John M. Parrott Centre long‑term care home, supported through multiple funding waves, with an additional application pending. The accelerated five‑month program emphasizes dignity, respect, compassion, and real‑world learning, integrating students early into the long‑term care environment. The program includes 330 hours of theory and lab instruction, 110 hours of supervised placement, two additional 100‑hour unsupervised placements, and the opportunity to earn six secondary school credits where applicable. Successful completion of the provincial PSW exam is required.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Since September 2024, 78 students have enrolled, with a 71% completion rate and a 100% employment rate among graduates, exceeding provincial targets. Wrap‑around supports help reduce barriers by covering items such as scrubs, footwear, transportation, rent, and groceries. Strong provincial and local demand for PSWs was noted, particularly in light of upcoming long‑term care builds. The program meets provincial curriculum standards and has completed quality assurance certification. Ms. Turcotte spoke to the supportive learning environment, the value of the living classroom model, and the program’s focus on dignity, independence, individualized care, privacy, and safety. Ms. Xavier Vandermeer shared her experience as a recent graduate, highlighting the program’s high standards, strong supports, and impact on her personal and professional development.</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Chair McGregor thanked the team for their presentation and opened the floor to questions.</span></p></div></details><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Reports From Officers</span></h3><details open="false"><summary><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Chair's Report</span></p></summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">"As we gather for our February meeting, I want to take a moment to recognize the energy across our schools as we begin a new semester. Hallways and classrooms are buzzing, and it’s been wonderful to see students engaged in winter activities that support learning, well-being, and connection during these colder months.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Looking ahead, we will soon be launching our 2026-2027 budget survey. This is an important opportunity for members of the public to share their feedback and perspectives as we begin planning the budget for the next school year. Community input plays a meaningful role in informing our budget-making process, and we encourage families and community members to participate when the survey opens.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">I would also like to highlight Pink Shirt Day on February 25. Schools across the district will be recognizing this day as a visible show of our shared commitment to kindness, inclusion, and respect. We are proud of the many ways our schools foster safe and welcoming environments where every student feels they belong.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you to our students, staff, and school communities for the positive start to the semester and for the important work happening each day across our district. That concludes my report.”</span></p></div></details><details open="false"><summary><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Director's Report</span></p></summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Director Burra stated: “Good evening Trustees and the viewing public. It is hard to believe, but we are already a few weeks into the second half of the 2025-2026 school year. First term and first semester report cards have been sent home or are going home this week, secondary students are making course selections for next year, Choices at 9 programs have completed their processes, Choices at 7 programs will be making decisions soon, March Break is just around the corner, and planning is well underway for the 2026-2027 school year. Preparations for next year will continue to ramp up and we eagerly await the release of the budget for next school year that may well be delayed given Queen’s Park is in recess until March 23. I have a number of highlights and upcoming events that I would like to share this evening. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">One significant highlight occurred on February 4 just before our EPOC meeting when a Black History kick-off event was held at LCVI. While I know Senior Staff and some Trustees were able to attend the most of the event due to our EPOC meeting, there were several performances highlighting the significance of Black History in Canada and the local region.  It should also be noted that this February is the 30th anniversary of Black History Month in Canada. A big thank you to teacher consultant Andrea Barrow and students and staff of LCVI for hosting this event. I should also note that the very impressive banners highlighting significant Black Canadians that were displayed at the event are now part of a travelling historical exhibit that will be making the rounds at different secondary schools this month and some elementary schools in the spring. Andrea Barrow has also created a range of resources to support Black History Month in LDSB schools, as well as resources to support curriculum delivery in schools.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A significant upcoming event is what we are hoping will be an outstanding Skills Competition at St. Lawrence College next week on February 25 and February 26. Almost 500 Limestone students, Grades 4 to 12, will be participating across over 25 secondary events and six elementary events. The Skills Competition is yet another example of community partnership that showcases critical skills events and the local community college.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Winter KASSAA seasons have either ended or will be ending prior to March Break. Tomorrow evening the girls volleyball championships will be held at St. Lawrence College, and Friday evening St. Lawrence hosts the boys’ basketball finals. It should be noted that LDSB has one team in two of the finals and both teams in the other two finals.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">I would like to also highlight Limestone’s participation in larger community initiatives that involve multiple local partners in supporting more services for children and youth in areas across Limestone. The Unnamed Youth project and the ACES and Resilience Coalition of KFL&A. Both of these initiatives bring together partners to better serve children and youth. This is exciting work that provides hope and support for many youth requiring improved services and/or access to services.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">One final highlight that I will draw Trustees’ attention to is our continued emphasis on collecting voice from the communities we serve. Tonight, Associate Superintendent Gollogly will share an overview of the school year calendar feedback and look for Trustee approval of the 2026-2027 calendar. As mentioned by Chair MacGregor, in the next couple of weeks or so, we will be providing an opportunity for input on the 2026-2027 budget. Additionally we will also gauge interest from families in virtual school programming for next year. And finally, in the spring, all Limestone families will have the opportunity to respond to a family engagement survey. Limestone school communities and staff are critical partners, and our schools are representative of the communities we serve; we have a responsibility to be responsive to community voice and changing circumstances. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">And on a final note, I would like to thank all Limestone staff who contributed to the 2025 United Way campaign. We just received the final tally and LDSB staff contributed almost $50,000 to the campaign which provides critical supports to meet the needs of some of the most vulnerable people in KFL&A, including students and families we serve.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you, Chair McGregor. That concludes my report."</span></p></div></details><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Reports</span></h3><details open="false"><summary><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">OPBSA Report</span></p></summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Chair McGregor shared that she will be attending the OPSBA regional meeting scheduled for February 28, to be held virtually. The meeting will review proposed draft changes to the organizational structure including an opportunity to provide input regarding the inclusion of representation from each board at local regional tables. Following this meeting, the membership will vote on the proposed amendments on March 12, 2026.</span></p></div></details><details open="false"><summary><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Student Trustees' Report</span></p></summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Student Trustee Ismail stated: “Good afternoon, Trustees and members of the public. We held our Interschool Council (ISC) meeting February 10, chaired by Mia Comeau and Rachel Kolosov. It was a special meeting to host elections for incoming Student Trustees for the 2026-2027 school year. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This year, elections took place differently, as there were partial Tri-Board Transportation cancellations on that day. As a result, the elections took place in a hybrid format. Candidates were able to participate in the elections remotely or in-person to ensure the elections remained accessible for students. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We’ve had a total of 13 candidates; three Indigenous, four Rural, six Urban, who’ve shown interest and took part in elections for the Student Trustee. It has increased from previous years and shows that more students are feeling empowered to take part in governance and student leadership. During the election period, we had set a goal to increase visibility and the number of applications, made possible especially thanks to the efforts of the communications team. Within the Council as well, we have spent time during our meetings to brainstorm ways schools can raise awareness for the positions as well. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Last month, the Interschool Council was invited to support a board initiative connected to a provincial conference for Directors and Supervisory Officers across Ontario, centered on the theme Leaders as Agents of Change. The goal of the project, run by Associate Superintendent Sartor and Ms. Grange was to create a short compilation video that gathers student voices and lived experiences. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We were able to gather participants from Kingston Secondary School, Granite Ridge Education Centre, and Napanee District Secondary School, and over the past few weeks, those students shared their thoughts and experiences to a variety of prompts. Their voices, representing local student perspectives, are valued and being brought to conversations provincially. This concludes our February ISC report. Thank you.</span></p></div></details><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Reports for Action</span></h3><details open="false"><summary><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Recommended School Year Calendar 2026-2027</strong></b></p></summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Associate Superintendent Gollogly presented a report recommending approval of the 2026-2027 school year calendar. It was reported that approximately 3,700 responses were received through the consultation process, with the majority submitted by families (approximately 80%), followed by staff (approximately 20%), and a small percentage from other community organizations.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">It was noted that, across the three boards, Option 1 was consistently rated as the preferred calendar. However, Option 1 was identified as having financial implications for certain employee groups due to a proposed August start date. As a result, alternative options were reviewed to balance interest group feedback with operational and financial considerations.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Option 2 was presented as the recommended calendar, as it most closely aligns with Option 1 while avoiding significant financial impact. It was noted that Option 2 begins on September 1, includes standard Professional Activity days, provides a board‑designated break day prior to March Break, and concludes with a Professional Activity day on June 29. Based on consultation feedback and operational considerations, approval of Option 2 for the 2026-2027 school year calendar was recommended.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">MOTION MOVED by Trustee Ruttan and seconded by Trustee Neill that Trustees approve the recommended Calendar Option 2 for the 2026-2027 School Year Calendar. Carried.</span></p></div></details><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Reports for Information </span></h3><details open="false"><summary><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustee Distribution</strong></b></p></summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Superintendent Young presented a report regarding Trustee determination and distribution in preparation for the 2026 municipal election. It was noted that this report is brought forward on a cyclical basis and that Trustees who served during the previous review in 2021-2022 were acknowledged for their work, as the last process involved extensive discussion and adjustments to electoral boundaries.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustees were directed to the agenda package, which includes background information on electoral boundaries, legislative requirements, and key timelines related to the upcoming municipal election. It was reported that the Ministry has advised that it will not be issuing a new Trustee determination and distribution report for 2026, therefore, the existing 2022 report remains the reference document. Key dates outlined in the report provide a general timeline for nominations, filings, and voting, noting that specific dates may vary slightly.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Superintendent Young reported that LDSB currently has nine elected Trustee positions, consistent with provincial legislation governing boards with an electoral population between 100,000 and 149,999. Based on current projections, the Board’s electoral population for 2026 is approximately 141,856, and as a result, the allowable number of elected Trustees will not change for the upcoming election. The Board will continue with nine elected Trustees, in addition to the Indigenous Trustee.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Legislative requirements were reviewed, including the Board’s obligation to pass a resolution regarding the designation of low‑population municipalities. It was noted that Limestone has, for several elections, designated the northern portion of the Board as low‑population municipalities in order to ensure reasonable representation, and this approach remains consistent with past practice.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustee responsibilities in advance of the 2026 election were outlined, including finalizing the determination and distribution, approving Trustee honoraria for the next term, and appointing a compliance audit committee. These items will be brought forward in future reports for Trustee approval.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustee distribution maps and population data were reviewed, including ward‑level information for Kingston. It was noted that there has been no notification of changes to Kingston’s electoral wards and that only minor population variations were identified since the previous election. While some student populations were not fully reflected in the current data, these figures will be updated in a subsequent report. Overall, it was reported that the existing ward‑to‑Trustee distribution remains well-balanced, reflecting the effectiveness of the adjustments made during the previous review.</span></p></div></details><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Adjournment</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">MOTION MOVED BY: Trustee Lloyd and seconded by Trustee Godkin that the meeting adjourn. Carried.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Meeting Adjourned at 7:00 p.m.</span></p>

2026-02-20 15:21:55.775 +0000 UTC

Summer 2026 Travel for Credit: Grade 10 Civics and Careers in the Canadian Maritimes

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone District School Board is excited to share that we have partnered with EF Tours Travel for Credit program again this summer. Students currently in Grade 8 or Grade 9 can earn their Civics and Careers credits this summer by participating in three weeks of virtual (asynchronous) learning plus one week of travel with EF Tours with stops in Halifax, Moncton, and Charlottetown.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Key Dates:  </strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Summer School Dates:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Monday, June 29 to Friday, July 24, 2026 </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Travel Dates:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Wednesday, July 8 to Tuesday, July 14, 2026</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Visit the </span><a href="https://www.eftours.ca/tour-website/3029510AX" target="_blank" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Canadian Maritimes Trip website</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> for additional information, or </span><a href="https://rsvp.eftours.ca/hkdhxy2?utm_source=ptk_meeting_1&_gl=1*sram2m*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3NzEwMDUwNDYuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1Jb3MzTzVJUFhrZ01WREZuX0FSMnZUUm1fRUFBWUFTQUFFZ0xOUWZEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*OTU0NTk4NzA2LjE3Njg1NzQwMDEuMTkxNzA3OTA4MC4xNzcxMDA1MzQ3LjE3NzEwMDUzNDc.*_ga*MjExMTE0NjU0MS4xNzY4NTc0MDAx*_ga_9JLH500JCE*czE3NzEwMDUzNDkkbzUkZzEkdDE3NzEwMDU2MjckajQkbDAkaDA." class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">join us for an upcoming virtual information session</strong></b></a><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">to learn more about this exciting opportunity. The session will cover everything you need to know about summer school dates, structure, travel dates, destinations, itineraries, pricing, and more. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Travel for Credit Information Session </strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Date</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">: Thursday, February 26, 2026 </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Time </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">6:30 to 7:30 p.m. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Location</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">: Online Teams Meeting </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Families must register online in advance for the Information Session</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">:  </span><a href="https://rsvp.eftours.ca/hkdhxy2?utm_source=ptk_meeting_1&_gl=1*sram2m*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3NzEwMDUwNDYuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1Jb3MzTzVJUFhrZ01WREZuX0FSMnZUUm1fRUFBWUFTQUFFZ0xOUWZEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*OTU0NTk4NzA2LjE3Njg1NzQwMDEuMTkxNzA3OTA4MC4xNzcxMDA1MzQ3LjE3NzEwMDUzNDc.*_ga*MjExMTE0NjU0MS4xNzY4NTc0MDAx*_ga_9JLH500JCE*czE3NzEwMDUzNDkkbzUkZzEkdDE3NzEwMDU2MjckajQkbDAkaDA." class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Register today!</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ask Questions: If you have questions, contact </span><a href="mailto:%20summer912@limestone.on.ca" target="_blank" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Kate Myers by e-mail.</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/47774c9d-80ff-42ef-a493-bd6161b430a1?fingerprint=ppb20260218142214" alt="2026 02 13 2026 Travel For Credit" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>

2026-02-17 21:00:25.025 +0000 UTC