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Message from the Director

Dear Families,As we enter the spring season and final third of the school year, we are reminded of this season’s promise of renewal and growth, and the key role schools and families have together in supporting student learning and well-being. This time of <a href="about:blank" class="editor-link">year</a> brings many opportunities for learning both inside and outside of the classroom, along with the return of outdoor extracurricular activities. While this week has been very wet and rainy, the warmer temperatures of spring are upon us.  I would like to take this opportunity to share a few important updates with you:P.A. Day – Friday, April 17A reminder to families that tomorrow, Friday, April 17, is a P.A. Day. There will be no classes for students, and we look forward to welcoming them back to school on Monday.Family Engagement and Climate Survey – Coming in MayIn early May, Limestone will be inviting families to take part in a Family Engagement and Climate Survey. The optional survey is anonymous, and families can choose which questions they want to answer.The survey asks about topics such as feeling connected to school, family involvement, safety and bullying, communication, before- and after-school programming, and how technology like artificial intelligence is used in schools.The feedback shared through this survey helps schools and the school board understand what is working well, what could improve, and what may make it harder for some families to take part. Your feedback helps strengthen communication, support student well-being, and improve school experiences for everyone.More information will be shared leading up to the survey being live in early May. <a href="https://youtu.be/kKxSsDtggew" class="editor-link">Families are encouraged to watch a short video</a> featuring Senior Staff and a Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) Co-Chair, who share more about the Family Engagement and Climate Survey and why family voice is so important.Human Rights InformationLaunched in October 2022, the Limestone’s Student Human Rights Reporting Tool provides a way for students, families, caregivers, and staff to report human rights concerns involving LDSB students, including matters related to discrimination and harassment. Reviewing and analyzing this information helps support safe, welcoming, and inclusive school environments and supports the board’s obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code. The <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/dff6803b-6f2d-4d36-a758-68758a63ceb3/2026-04-09-Student-Human-Rights-Data-Summary-for-2024-2025.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20260409164623" class="editor-link">Student Human Rights Reports – 2024-2025 Summary is now available online</a> and can be accessed by families. Student Census 2025 UpdateIn November 2025, Limestone completed the See Yourself in Limestone: Student Census 2025, a voluntary and confidential survey that helps us better understand students’ identities and school experiences. The findings support planning and decision-making that promotes equity, well being, and student success across Limestone schools. An overview of the Student Census 2025 was presented to the Board of Trustees at last night’s board meeting. Families are encouraged to <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/news/see-yourself-in-limestone-2025-student-census-update-20260416133605" class="editor-link">visit the Limestone District School Board website to review the full Student Census summary</a> and learn more about how student voice is helping shape our work. Mental Health Supports Available for StudentsIn response to tragic events, locally or globally, students may experience a wide range of emotions, including sadness, confusion, worry, or questions about what they may be hearing from others. Students may react in different ways depending on their age, experiences, and how connected they feel to the situation. With time, reassurance, and support from caring adults, these reactions often ease.We encourage families to keep lines of communication open at home, to invite questions, and to offer reassurance as needed. If you have concerns about your student or would like support, please refer to the following resources:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://smho-smso.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Supporting-your-childs-well-being.pdf" class="editor-link">Supporting Your Child’s Well-being</a></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://smho-smso.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Caring-for-yourself-while-caring-for-others.pdf" class="editor-link">Caring for yourself while caring for others: A parent’s guide to self-care</a></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://smho-smso.ca/parents-and-caregivers/" class="editor-link">By Your Side</a> (parent/caregiver resources to support mental health learning)</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://maltbycentre.ca/" class="editor-link">Maltby Centre</a></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://onestoptalk.ca/" class="editor-link">One Stop Talk</a></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://kidshelpphone.ca/" class="editor-link">Kids Help Phone</a> (Call 1-800-668-6868 or Text “Connect” to 686868)</li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://211ontario.ca/" class="editor-link">2-1-1 Ontario</a></li></ul>If you are worried about your student’s immediate safety, or the safety of others, please seek urgent assistance by calling 9-1-1, your local mobile crisis service (613-354-7388), or by going to the nearest emergency department.Thank you for your continued support of Limestone schools and their communities. Your partnership, feedback, and engagement play an important role in strengthening student learning and well-being across Limestone. Limestone staff remain committed to collaborating with families to create safe, inclusive, and supportive school communities where every student can learn and see themselves in Limestone. Krishna BurraDirector of Education

2026-04-16 20:30:19.127 +0000 UTC

Neurovibes Celebrates Neurodiversity April 29, 2026

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

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

April 2 Bayridge Secondary School Newsletter

We’ve had a busy couple of weeks since returning from March Break. We connected with families at Parent/Guardian Night, second semester IEPs were sent home, we recognized the Transgender Day of Visibility, Earth hour, and students participated in the Euclid Math Contest. Ms. Niemi’s Kinesiology completed a 'Making a Muscle Model' activity to better understand the various layers of a muscle.<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/1aa96be9-be32-41bb-90f9-64c097d19410?fingerprint=ppb20260403023547" alt="Kin 1" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/97858fd1-c87b-4fd4-be16-9c21642c5cf9?fingerprint=ppb20260403023544" alt="Kin 3" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/85a8eb89-37ad-4bf6-94ee-0eb8a6e45254?fingerprint=ppb20260403023546" alt="Kin 2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div></div>On Saturday, March 28th, the Eastern Ontario Chess Tournament was held at Bayridge.  Students who participated played 5 chess matches throughout the day.  Congratulations to BSS students Christopher Lee who won the Grade 10 Division, and Emerick Sagima who won the Grade 9 Division.  Both chess players now advance to the Ontario Chess Championships!  Interested in playing chess or learning how to play? The BSS Chess Club meets Wednesdays after school in the Social Sciences Bearpit. Ecoteam hosted Cookies for Climate Change at the end of March.  Due to selling out the first day, the fundraiser was brought back this week. Over 200 cookies were sold!  Huge thank you to our Culinary department who made and decorated the cookies. All proceeds will go towards Sandy Pines Wildlife Centre. <div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/87ee7468-28b2-4062-a01e-dc46a042d7f9?fingerprint=ppb20260403023525" alt="1000016958" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/8f5b35d7-6def-4bcd-b374-a7fad59987e8?fingerprint=ppb20260403023525" alt="1000016957" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/4767ecf7-a910-4876-850e-becb7c9a8ef9?fingerprint=ppb20260403023533" alt="1000017009" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div></div>Our Guitar Ensemble performed at the Kiwanis Festival and earned a Platinum-level certificate!<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 3fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/6a0044dc-599a-4e5a-86b3-0c3ada0dfa6d?fingerprint=ppb20260403023510" alt="Screenshot 2026 04 02 Guit fest" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/d21b8f17-6127-44a8-a17a-1c7bbe2beee7?fingerprint=ppb20260403023534" alt="Guitar At Kiwanis certificate" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> </div></div>The Athletic Council hosted the first annual 3v3 March Madness Basketball Tournament. 18 teams participated at lunch over the past two weeks, culminating in today’s showdown in front of a packed house! Although the 'Fossil Records' (teacher team) won the tournament, the 'Winners' team of Nathan Arnott, Jared Blair, Mac McCaw and Jack Giffin had the best showing for a student team. <div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 2fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/b4a1438e-457b-4ce8-b6ae-ff17b38abbf7?fingerprint=ppb20260403023520" alt="1000017022" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> </div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/68e4e749-65a6-4ce4-b60c-af4d7a75f132?fingerprint=ppb20260403023520" alt="1000017025" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/fcd7fac2-edac-4779-81b6-2cd0b84593a5?fingerprint=ppb20260403023514" alt="1000017018" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> </div></div><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Looking Ahead</h2>April 3Good Friday HolidayApril 6Easter Monday Holiday April 9CEMC Canadian Team Mathematics Contest (Grades 11 & 12)April 10Semi-FormalApril 16OSSLT Spring WriteApril 16CoffeehouseApril 17PD DayApril 21School Council Meeting, 6:30 pmApril 22Earth Day<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Reminders</h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Student Climate Survey</h2>Any student who did not get the opportunity to complete the voluntary, anonymous Student Climate Survey, please take a few minutes (5-10) to fill it out. You will find the link and QR code in the email sent to your LDSB account.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Volunteer Hours for Graduating Students</h2>We still have potential graduates who have not submitted their mandatory 40 community service hours. You cannot graduate without these. Grade 12s - don't leave this too late!<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Limestone International Education </h2>Hosting an international student is a meaningful way to bring the world into your home while making a real difference in a young person’s life. Limestone homestay families are carefully matched with students, supported by dedicated Limestone staff, and guided throughout the placement so families are never on their own. Hosting offers cultural exchange, meaningful relationships, and a monthly stipend to help offset costs. Currently we have several students from Germany and Mexico that are looking to attend Bayridge SS and need a family to stay with.  Learn more about how hosting works, the supports in place, and why many local families choose to open their homes by visiting: <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Finternationaled.limestone.on.ca%2Fhomestay_program&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7C42d6ba030b534b7c211e08de81009090%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639090036546103921%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=m%2FH1fEUhIuM3ZPPLH5yJrQ9ow1FzwjaVK8NVBAY1Gb4%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">https://internationaled.limestone.on.ca/homestay_program</a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Road Safety</h2>Please take extra precautions if you choose to drive your child to/from school. We’ve had reports of some fast-driving in our roundabout, and concerns in the Bayridge Public School parking lot, so we kindly ask families to use our school’s parking lot instead and help keep everyone safe during busy pick‑up and drop‑off times.  If our roundabout is busy, please avoid blocking the road and park in our parking lot to wait. For our student pedestrians, please ensure you adhere to traffic rules and common sense, by crossing roads at lights and avoid cutting in front of vehicles. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Code of Conduct</h2>Please see attached for LDSB's Code of Conduct:<ie-document data-lexical-document-id="026fde69-8026-4f05-971c-aa95a755e5e0"></ie-document><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Cooperative Education</h2>Bayridge is always looking for new placement opportunities. Please don’t hesitate to contact the school if your business or organization is interested in hosting a student placement. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Spirit T-Shirt</h2><img src="/images/10025c64-0b3e-4028-875f-775ce523e13c?fingerprint=ppb20260213214935" alt="IMG 7519" width="281" height="375" style="width:281px;height:375px;display:inline-block;float:left">Some of our Alumni Parents asked about getting one of these awesome sky blue t-shirts. Great news! It is available for purchase on School Day. The product name is '2025-2026 Spirit T-Shirt', price is $25, and sizes S-2XL are available. Students can also purchase them directly from the Pawshop at lunch. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Yearbooks </h2>This is a reminder that Yearbooks are for Sale!  Don't miss out; Get your yearbook for the 2025-2026 school year.  Yearbooks will be on sale until the beginning of May but get your order in soon so you don't forget. There are two ways to order.  You can order your yearbook through your School-Day account, or order directly through Edge Imaging.  Please see the attached flyer if you would like to order through Edge.  The cost is the same whether you order through School-Day or Edge Imaging and the yearbook will also be delivered to the school either way in early to mid June. Please see Mrs. Stewart in the Library Learning Commons if you have any questions. <ie-document data-lexical-document-id="145e51fd-2adb-45fd-bbb2-a1d1bd59283a"></ie-document> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Edge Imaging – Missed Grad photos? </h2>Edge Imaging's Pop-Up Kingston photography event for grads is happening soon, so sign up today! Capture 4 poses in a sash and gown (provided). Receive an emailed proof with codes to purchase your photos. Sit fee is $10 to be photographed. Feel free to bring a prop! <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Dates: April 11th & April 18th, 2026 from 9:00AM to 5:00PM </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Location: Queen's Edge Imaging Portrait Studio (across from the AMS Media Centre) </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Address: 87 Union St., John Deutsch University Centre, 2nd Floor (Room 231) Kingston, ON </li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Note: If the school has already approved the composite or submitted their yearbook, there could be a chance that we are unable to add you in. </li></ul><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fe1.envoke.com%2Fext%2Fclick%2Fgo%2Fe2b594dd2031537cd6f5c5df0c7b91f8%2F327d6b1f649c46bd24d69b44a4e30051%2F69e4fbfa3244d89a6f6f360ad33cf358&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7C8de865daacef4b81598908de89d2dc6e%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639099736032678200%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Xa%2B6GXODN0CBvqAhtE%2FFpchHVbccr3ZzmrgbT3DZpRw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Sign up here to register for your photos! Once you click through the disclaimer, select BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT then type in your school code: BSO</a> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Upcoming Events  </h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">OSSLT Spring write</h2>Bayridge will host the spring edition of the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test on Thursday, April 16th 2026! This opportunity is for any students who were absent for the fall session or students looking to rewrite the test. Students who are invited to write should have received a letter outlining the details of the test, how to prepare and where to access additional support.  For additional information about the framework of the test, please visit this <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eqao.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2023%2F11%2Finfographic-at-a-glance-osslt.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7C35303d8baa0240e43e9608de7dfdd102%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639086726307536987%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Vm%2BwbUBNHxPGMVZxUydAhGC8NXvHtqgAqUvo1Iqiwh0%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">link</a>.  Students are encouraged to prepare by spending time on the online practice <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Feqao.vretta.com%2F%23%2Fen%2Fstudent%2Fosslt-assessment%2Fsample%2F886&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7C35303d8baa0240e43e9608de7dfdd102%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639086726307573801%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=bWij0TW79LTe92yWwb2pT5bRFoNXp6g0Kp%2BsDYbyHv4%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">test</a><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Feqao.vretta.com%2F%23%2Fen%2Fstudent%2Fosslt-assessment%2Fsample%2F886&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7C35303d8baa0240e43e9608de7dfdd102%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639086726307603051%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=ASiqsrg%2FyOw77WgHahLBw6aJhtsIk1oeuyM7P5TjC4I%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link"> </a>to familiarize themselves with the accessibility features and structure of the online platform. Additional support for test preparation or for additional questions, please contact our Lead Student Success Teacher Ms. McConnell <a href="mailto:mcconnellv@limestone.on.ca" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">mcconnellv@limestone.on.ca</a>.  <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Coffeehouse</h2>Music students will be hosting a cozy campfire themed coffeehouse on Thursday April 16.  <img src="/images/2a506c9d-b1c2-43d4-a24a-44dd298a7867?fingerprint=ppb20260403023538" alt="Cozy campfire (1)" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Life Beyond School Event</h2>All are welcome! Targeting students diagnosed as having an intellectual disability or autism spectrum disorder as well as parents, caregivers, community service providers and school personnel. No registration required<ie-document data-lexical-document-id="355502fd-1c1f-40fc-96a0-ee4193663af9"></ie-document> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Blood Donor Clinic</h2>We are hosting an in-school mobile blood drive on Friday, May 1st  from 11:30am-3:30 pm.  Interested donors can book their appointment time at Bayridge Secondary School on Friday May 1st. Please see important information attached:<ie-document data-lexical-document-id="da69634e-52fb-42a4-a2c0-0a39163325df"></ie-document><img src="/images/d3190605-e5e0-4a1b-bae7-948ee3183e4d?fingerprint=ppb20260313210952" alt="REVISED Bayridge SS" width="221" height="221" style="width:221px;height:221px;display:inline-block"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="5d52d764-36d8-4f9d-a66f-73fd32f2cd5a"></ie-document><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="8adff2dd-e703-44e0-9391-12222952b9fc"></ie-document><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">BSS Charity Golf Tournament</h2><img src="/images/47ef7cac-fc2c-4e7a-ba42-d095aff8ba1b?fingerprint=ppb20260116174112" alt="original 3D7A960B 238C 4752 8BE5 4C9A184B23EF" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Summer 2026 Travel for Credit: Grade 10 Civics and Careers in the Canadian Maritimes </h2><img src="/images/f4c5e820-12c8-41a2-83cf-bbde99ef70bf?fingerprint=ppb20260226023931" alt="2026 02 18 2026 Travel For Credit" width="245" height="245" style="width:245px;height:245px;display:inline-block;float:left">Limestone District School Board has 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.  Summer School Dates: Monday, June 29 to Friday, July 24, 2026   Travel Dates: Wednesday, July 8 to Tuesday, July 14, 2026  Visit the <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eftours.ca%2Ftour-website%2F3029510AX&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7Cc87298d7014a4f75da5f08de6efef8a9%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639070238571616872%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=84TsHcrz%2B%2F9z%2FwVKFFeLQvqO6F3gZKsVK3nkSRlfIcI%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Canadian Maritimes Trip website</a> for additional information.  Ask Questions: If you have questions, contact  <a href="mailto:%20summer912@limestone.on.ca" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Kate Myers by e-mail.</a>  <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Summer School Registration</h2>Summer Session is a great option for students who wish to complete an additional credit (new) or who may need to repeat a course during the summer. Summer Session courses are asynchronous e-learning courses offered through Minds Online and count as one of the online credits for that graduation requirement.  Courses are offered for students currently in Grades 9 to 12. Grade 8 students may reach ahead and register for the Gr 10 Civics (CHV 2O) and Careers (GLC 2O) half credit courses ONLY! Grade 8 students signing up for Civics and Careers must register for both courses with Summer Session. Session Dates: Summer Session runs from Monday, June 29 to Friday, July 24 with no classes on Wednesday, July 1. Students are expected to be working on their course daily and can expect that completing the course will require approximately 5 hours of work each day.   Limestone Course Offerings: Grade 10: MPM 2D, ENG 2D, CHV 2O (1/2 credit) and GLC 2O (1/2 credit) Grade 11: NBE 3C, NBE 3U, MCR 3U, SBI 3U Grade 12: ENG 4C, ENG 4U, OLC 4O, SBI 4U  Summer Session Registration: <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">LDSB students can register for LDSB Summer Session courses using this <a href="https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/8UhnQBsR8k" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Summer Session Registration Form</a>.  Students must complete the form using the Limestone Account and will need their OEN (available on report cards) to register. </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Students can register for at most 1 course in Summer Session (or both half credit Civics and Careers).  Students registering for Civics and Careers need to chose carefully whether they are registering for both Civics (CHV 2O) and Careers (GLC 2O) or just one in the form.  </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Students should ensure that they have the prerequisite for any course they are signing up for in Summer Session. </li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Registration closes on Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. </li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">All courses are conditional on teacher availability and sufficient enrollment.  Students will be notified prior to June 29th if their course is not running. </li></ul>Summer Session Co-Op:   <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Co-Op starts on June 29th and can continue until August 7th.  </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Students taking co-op should speak with their school co-op teacher before registering.  </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Students must have their own placement prior to the start of Summer Session.   </li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Students interested in taking co-op in Summer Session, register by completing this <a href="https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/vCTiTe50PZ" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Summer Co-Op Registration Form.</a>  Students must complete the form using their Limestone Account. </li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">Registration for Summer Session co-op closes on Friday, June 19, 2026 </li></ul>Interested in a course not offered by Limestone's Summer Session? Please contact your school Guidance Counsellor as courses are available from other School Boards through the Ontario e-Learning Consortium (OeLC).  Guidance Counsellor's will register students for OeLC courses through Prism.  Students registering through Prism will be put on a waitlist and accepted when spots are made available.  It is important to note that students taking courses through the OeLC may not be able to access their courses if travelling outside of Canada during Summer Session depending on the parameters of access for each School Board.  Questions? Contact your Guidance Counsellor or e-mail <a href="mailto:%20summer912@limestone.on.ca" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Kate Myers, Principal of Alternative and Continuing Education</a> <ie-document data-lexical-document-id="c06c74e0-4fc3-462e-98f9-d92ce4e3e128"></ie-document><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Community Connections </h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Mental Health Supports</h2>In response to tragic events, locally or globally, students may experience a wide range of emotions, including sadness, confusion, worry, or questions about what they may be hearing from others. Students may react in different ways depending on their age, experiences, and how connected they feel to the situation. With time, reassurance, and support from caring adults, these reactions often ease. We encourage families to keep lines of communication open at home, to invite questions, and to offer reassurance as needed. If you have concerns about your student or would like support, please refer to the following resources: <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://smho-smso.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Supporting-your-childs-well-being.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Supporting Your Child’s Well-being</a> </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://smho-smso.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Caring-for-yourself-while-caring-for-others.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Caring for yourself while caring for others: A parent’s guide to self-care</a> </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://smho-smso.ca/parents-and-caregivers/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">By Your Side</a> (parent/caregiver resources to support mental health learning) </li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://maltbycentre.ca/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Maltby Centre</a> </li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://onestoptalk.ca/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">One Stop Talk</a> </li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://kidshelpphone.ca/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Kids Help Phone</a> (Call 1-800-668-6868 or Text “Connect” to 686868)  </li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://211ontario.ca/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">2-1-1 Ontario</a> </li></ul>If you are worried about your student’s immediate safety, or the safety of others, please seek urgent assistance by calling 9-1-1, your local mobile crisis service (613-354-7388), or by going to the nearest emergency department.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">School Mental Health Ontario Free Webinar</h2>We are excited to share a valuable opportunity to support your child’s well-being. School Mental Health Ontario is offering a <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fhwdsb86405.acemlna.com%2Flt.php%3Fx%3D4lZy~GE5U3jM6KKsyNHIUBSg~a2mjt9vv-g1jaTJIXPL65J~_Ey7xOlr23Mn-RVfjDZo2nfEIYGg6HCKyNyYWOZw1k&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7C793a1591a7a64b0ab0fa08de6a5e7cd8%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639065151570185531%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=ocZ3TkJswX52YWBOxDimsZPldoTpVUlQDHg1WoJTEOI%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">free webinar series</a> as part of the <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fhwdsb86405.acemlna.com%2Flt.php%3Fx%3D4lZy~GE5U3jM6KKsyNHIUBSg~a2mjt9vv-g1jaTJIXPL65J~_Ey7xOlr23Mn-RVfjDZo2nfEIYGg6HCKyNyYWOZw1E&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7C793a1591a7a64b0ab0fa08de6a5e7cd8%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639065151570209139%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=4xzv5HdiuX5Hicjb0QvMfqXktGXoXr2oQjYraSIzYuk%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">By Your Side</a><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fhwdsb86405.acemlna.com%2Flt.php%3Fx%3D4lZy~GE5U3jM6KKsyNHIUBSg~a2mjt9vv-g1jaTJIXPL65J~_Ey7xOlr23Mn-RVfjDZo2nfEIYGg6HCKyNyYWOZw1E&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7C793a1591a7a64b0ab0fa08de6a5e7cd8%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639065151570227032%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=V73%2FTQQK7%2FrWyNtfxlYgUUDdhdlqZTpUFB1gGjRJPsc%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"> Learning Hub</a>, designed to help parents and caregivers navigate important topics to support their children’s mental health.      This expert-led series will provide insights and practical strategies on:   ✅ balanced device use  ✅ vaping  ✅ body image  ✅ anxiety  The webinars will also include answers to questions that parents/caregivers can provide ahead of the webinar, giving you the chance to ask questions and gain practical guidance.      📅 Sessions run March to June   💻 <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fhwdsb86405.acemlna.com%2Flt.php%3Fx%3D4lZy~GE5U3jM6KKsyNHIUBSg~a2mjt9vv-g1jaTJIXPL65J~_Ey7xOlr23Mn-RVfjDZo2nfEIYGg6HCKyNyYWOZw10&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7C793a1591a7a64b0ab0fa08de6a5e7cd8%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639065151570245091%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Hmvlr%2BmI9ZHaTQQCIDq28F7oxTaYF%2FDLoj5jzKihjhM%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Register for free today</a>       We encourage all parents and caregivers to participate in this informative series. Together, we can support the well-being of our children and communities.   <ie-document data-lexical-document-id="1a2d6288-720e-48e5-a291-96919cde0618"></ie-document><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">SouthEast Public Health</h2><img src="/images/c36e5f7f-a4bd-422c-81ad-42c28e0d318f?fingerprint=ppb20260403023547" alt="2026 02 25 Harmful Substances Newsletter Insert Secondary" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Black History Month Special Exhibit, City of Kingston</h2>January 20th - May 22, 2026Market Wing Cultural Space at City Hall, 216 Ontario St.  Tuesday- Friday: Noon to 4 p.m. Admission is free! Please note: The exhibition contains images and text describing violence endured by enslaved peoples and includes documents with racist and colonialist language. This content may challenge and disturb visitors. Adults with young children may wish to preview the exhibition beforehand. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Dress for Success</h2><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="67a15007-3838-40c6-870b-8a043bdc0404"></ie-document><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="fe65401a-9b61-4a67-9c79-d9549eb38ea8"></ie-document> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Ramadan Give 30 Campaign </h2><img src="/images/2174fd23-b8e4-4665-8a87-b78aa10aa629?fingerprint=ppb20260213214945" alt="content" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/7d300c48-c074-4ba8-b625-e93efc2134f6?fingerprint=ppb20260403023507" alt="Savour Spring School Newsletter insert" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">KEYS SWIS program</h2>Having SWIS in the school provides several benefits, including smoother school integration for newcomer families, improved communication between home and school, increased access to community and settlement resources, and additional support for students’ academic and social success. We also work closely with school staff to promote cultural understanding and help create a more inclusive and welcoming environment. Please note that our services are available to all newcomer families regardless of their immigration status. <ie-document data-lexical-document-id="8f5f3451-9f19-46fd-bee9-f7b03027640d"></ie-document><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Families in TRANSition</h2>Community partners at Trellis and FACSFLA have been working on developing a group for parents and caregivers of Trans and gender exploring youth.  This 10 week program launches in March and will run on Monday evenings.    <ie-document data-lexical-document-id="fe9142e9-6bf3-4806-9bb4-30f7900198a6"></ie-document> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Maltby Resources</h2><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="0dd9f3e3-4898-4393-91a5-ec1cdea4aaa8"></ie-document><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="0ccc7549-bca1-4cef-af62-63550b0ce50a"></ie-document><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="5d6a3698-663e-48ed-a774-1b1100b02b66"></ie-document><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">HYPE Tutoring </h2> HYPE Tutoring is a Queen’s student-run club offering free tutoring services to families who are interested.  We are reopening our Tutor Request Form (linked below) for the second high school semester.  <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2F16t4JQQUsOFmoVNVHUQlnp01JfTrjYDRxUq8U-FHyTsw%2Fviewform%3Fedit_requested%3Dtrue&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7C91297a0486f84c66585608de5cdafa53%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639050292820317425%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=iBaJDPjb6ZA6sY8D3m1cY3HLOVMWadkSZEkrPw1CxR8%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Tutor request form</a>   <img src="/images/eb85d4b0-5aec-425e-8e36-20f301407432?fingerprint=ppb20260131010208" alt="IMG 6363" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">LGBT YouthLine </h2>YouthLine's Resource Library is an amazing tool for both students and educators. It's a great place to learn about 2SLGBTQ+ identities, coming out, self-care, Trans resources, wellness, and more. You can find links to a wide variety of articles, podcasts, and other amazing resources.  Our resource library also has a referral database to help connect 2SLGBTQ+ youth with local services. This referral database is for in-person and location-based services, organizations, and collectives across Ontario. <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://app.cyberimpact.com/redirect?ct%3D69CUbDI-WXmnBgCGzBGzWVHS5SWSi7UxZZrT7LH7Up4oKIvHh4gVFZuCXFeaV565rfBjavnrdjX23CmlAu8taJGGd6JW8_iAZ2W0Uem-geJgyuTQKKSkJgYIzTTYTu7e&data=05%7c02%7cmcdonaldr%40limestone.on.ca%7cc58a36eda7e2425239a108de550bc864%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c639041706259113896%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&sdata=5K9yZUUQwrC1SNFKjdDA6ggTFfIDsNtwxv8bb%2BTEniw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Online Resources</a> <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://app.cyberimpact.com/redirect?ct%3DBcO3pUpHVh9AAt3-biqunwSuKvEo7gMz4gAkXcGOogQ9Hs4bkGBNbHlpqCouY4St4wsTEZ3MW1T7k_lj1NabXc8czN0154UjtRbg5UHA6B9rO9rDLIEfV0M7eyupQTGb&data=05%7c02%7cmcdonaldr%40limestone.on.ca%7cc58a36eda7e2425239a108de550bc864%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c639041706259155206%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&sdata=Fhp0dNgkwDPzOX//XEHZ0VgpIeWR2uTh5kqMqoNXt0Y%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Support Near You</a>  Peer Support HelpLine Our HelpLine is available for 2SLGBTQ+ youth under 30. It's staffed by peer support volunteers. These volunteers are all 2SLGBTQ+ youth aged 16-29, living across Ontario. They're trained in active listening, anti-racism, harm reduction, and topics related to gender and sexuality.  Some common things people call, text, or chat to talk about include: <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Questioning gender identity and/or sexual orientation </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Coming out </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Mental health </li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Relationships with friends, partners, and family </li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Feeling socially isolated </li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Seeking referrals to resources and supports online and in your community </li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">...or just to chat! </li></ul>You can access it by text at (647) 694 4275, or chat online at youthline.ca. The HelpLine is open from Sunday to Friday, 4:00PM to 9:30PM EST. <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://app.cyberimpact.com/redirect?ct%3DWM1zJs0NeeV17Rg9caitndlAPegH0vuonwGaofx7VTgZy8WI5f0VnrQxA8aiLAQtDNcfwfWnqCjPdVXxsifJv14cFWRxVOw54diY6SjR1v9-jnNMH_9Fdw29o4sWE4kx&data=05%7c02%7cmcdonaldr%40limestone.on.ca%7cc58a36eda7e2425239a108de550bc864%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c639041706259050533%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&sdata=vHlsggSFchy2zYObFxFH9EMuU3%2BfzsoRnBJfgwUE6kg%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Access the HelpLine</a> <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://app.cyberimpact.com/redirect?ct%3DiW6NDYXEVdFBrHa0pr1r4cGIxV8gD47gPtb7tQtMbY_6HHCvbBgmmI6hWOEaL3sOmSbyyiKgZjQI-8O-4R5kyn3Eo97jMWX73_522yFYiyTQOSzUY69QQi62cUL8Kw-K&data=05%7c02%7cmcdonaldr%40limestone.on.ca%7cc58a36eda7e2425239a108de550bc864%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c639041706259082694%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&sdata=VeBOtn8lyeDFEHEg8YmV6zblxvcEDcf1a1GawGO%2BinM%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Other HelpLines</a> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">ADHD Survey </h2>Students aged 16-18 with ADHD are invited to participate in a research study. The purpose of this study is to further understand how student’s understanding of ADHD stigma impacts their self-determination and overall well-being.<ie-document data-lexical-document-id="c61a8a24-f9ba-457a-8ad2-cc91593cd1b4"></ie-document><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">SLAP! </h2>SLAP! Student Laptop Access Program is raising funds to offer free premium laptops to all students who need them.  If you’d like to be added to the waitlist to receive a free laptop, please complete the application form at <a href="http://www.slap-kingston.ca/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">www.slap-kingston.ca</a> right away.

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March 13 Bayridge Secondary School Newsletter

We've had a lot going on in our Social Sciences department! The Grade 10 Civics and Grade 12 World Issues classes were excited to get the opportunity to meet and have a question/answer session with MP Mark Gerretsen on Wednesday, March 4th.  An engaging discussion ensued from the varied questions asked.  Some surrounding such local issues of the ALTO High Speed train, LaSalle Causeway and Kingston Transit to the national issue of Clean Water for Indigenous Communities.  MP Gerretsen also took the time to discuss the current turmoil in the middle east.  Students and staff appreciate MP Gerretsen for taking the time to visit Bayridge S.S. and discuss the issues of today.<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/873f2d9f-ae0e-44a7-bf2a-b1ec1caa7fe3?fingerprint=ppb20260313210959" alt="1000016648" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/8dc89946-b940-46e3-adfa-7b45124c81b7?fingerprint=ppb20260313210950" alt="1000016773" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div></div>On Wednesday, March 11th, Jerri Jerreat - Director for Youth Imagine the Future - visited the Grade 12 World Issues class to hold a workshop entitled:  How to save a very nice planet!  Students were introduced to all the creative solutions humans are implementing to live more sustainably.  Students worked through several creative exercises including redesigning a busy street.  They produced some of their own inspiring solutions to bring more hope in the world.  A well-received workshop for the class! Student Council ran a 'Dress like a Teacher' Spirit Day today, featuring some really creative takes on some of our teachers!<img src="/images/fda015b5-0545-4c18-9499-8a82950f8a30?fingerprint=ppb20260313210947" alt="IMG 2763" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">Our Girls' Blackout Hockey team won Gold at the Consolation Finals against Lasalle SS! Way to go to BSS players Natalie Farrington, Jamie Held, Lyla Murphy, Jill Pearson, Sophie Sponholz-Ruskin, Olivia Spada and Addy Swaine, and many thanks to all the fans who came along to cheer the team on!<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 3fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/542323e4-c3fe-4e5d-96c7-1f53fe78e216?fingerprint=ppb20260313211004" alt="IMG 5031" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/2cb64101-e757-47e8-8cc5-2cc5d8493f1c?fingerprint=ppb20260313210955" alt="1000016611" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div></div><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Looking Ahead</h2>March 16-20 March BreakMarch 24 Last photo opportunity for Grad and School photosMarch 25 Parent/Guardian Night 6-8 pmMarch 26 Wear Purple for World Epilepsy DayMarch 27Earth Hour at LunchMarch 31Wear Pink, Blue and White for Transgender Day of VisibilityMarch 31Euclid Mathematics CompetitionApril 3Good Friday HolidayApril 6Easter Monday Holiday <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Reminders</h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Volunteer Hours for Graduating Students</h2>We still have potential graduates who have not submitted their mandatory 40 community service hours. You cannot graduate without these. Grade 12s - don't leave this too late!<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Limestone International Education </h2>Hosting an international student is a meaningful way to bring the world into your home while making a real difference in a young person’s life. Limestone homestay families are carefully matched with students, supported by dedicated Limestone staff, and guided throughout the placement so families are never on their own. Hosting offers cultural exchange, meaningful relationships, and a monthly stipend to help offset costs. Currently we have several students from Germany and Mexico that are looking to attend Bayridge SS and need a family to stay with.  Learn more about how hosting works, the supports in place, and why many local families choose to open their homes by visiting: <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Finternationaled.limestone.on.ca%2Fhomestay_program&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7C42d6ba030b534b7c211e08de81009090%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639090036546103921%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=m%2FH1fEUhIuM3ZPPLH5yJrQ9ow1FzwjaVK8NVBAY1Gb4%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">https://internationaled.limestone.on.ca/homestay_program</a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Winter and Road Safety</h2>Unfortunately, we are still dealing with winter weather. Please take extra precautions if you choose to drive your child to/from school. We’ve had reports of some fast-driving in our roundabout, and concerns in the Bayridge Public School parking lot, so we kindly ask families to use our school’s parking lot instead and help keep everyone safe during busy pick‑up and drop‑off times.  If our roundabout is busy, please avoid blocking the road and park in our parking lot to wait. For our student pedestrians, please ensure you adhere to traffic rules and common sense, by crossing roads at lights and avoid cutting in front of vehicles. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Code of Conduct</h2>Please see attached for LDSB's Code of Conduct:<ie-document data-lexical-document-id="026fde69-8026-4f05-971c-aa95a755e5e0"></ie-document><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Cooperative Education</h2>Bayridge is always looking for new placement opportunities. Please don’t hesitate to contact the school if your business or organization is interested in hosting a student placement. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Spirit T-Shirt</h2><img src="/images/10025c64-0b3e-4028-875f-775ce523e13c?fingerprint=ppb20260213214935" alt="IMG 7519" width="281" height="375" style="width:281px;height:375px;display:inline-block;float:left">Some of our Alumni Parents asked about getting one of these awesome sky blue t-shirts. Great news! It is available for purchase on School Day. The product name is '2025-2026 Spirit T-Shirt', price is $25, and sizes S-2XL are available. Students can also purchase them directly from the Pawshop at lunch. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Upcoming Events</h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">March 24 Photo Opportunity </h2>Edge Imaging will be back one more time for any student who still needs their Grad photo taken, wants retakes, is new to the school, or missed semester 1 for whatever reason. Students wanting Grad photos need to book using the following link:  <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbooking.edgeimaging.ca%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7Ce22b94c43a264f26757b08de73db5338%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639075582993312478%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=0Dz1Bc0xx9eDQ2TmVgX0qqckO%2BVm6%2BP5VxQh1UGFP9c%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">https://booking.edgeimaging.ca/</a> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Parent/Guardian Night</h2>Parent/Guardian Night is taking place on Wednesday, March 25th, from 6-8 pm. Sign up for appointments on School Day.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">IEPs</h2>Second Semester IEPs will be available for pick-up at Parent/Guardian Night, or sent home with students on Thursday, March 26th.  <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Junior Blazers Volleyball for Grade 7 & 8 students</h2>Junior Blazers is still accepting students. There are spots left on both nights, however Wednesday nights are almost full. Act quickly to secure your spot!<ie-document data-lexical-document-id="d41b1d4c-eecd-4eb8-b44d-82f0e71b966b"></ie-document><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">BSS 3 vs 3 Basketball Tournament</h2><img src="/images/5dceb759-cc8c-4a58-8c96-bde4cba49999?fingerprint=ppb20260226023915" alt="BSS 3 v 3 2026 March Madness (2)" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Transgender Day of Visibility</h2>March 31st is Transgender Day of Visibility!  Gender identity is each person’s <img src="/images/4c2be01a-cba7-49b5-920d-dd1da10083d3?fingerprint=ppb20260228033827" alt="Screenshot 2026 02 27 223738" width="266" height="200" style="width:266px;height:200px;display:inline-block;float:right">internal and individual experience of gender. It is their sense of being a woman, a man, both, neither, or anywhere along the gender spectrum. A person’s gender identity may be the same or different from their birth-assigned sex. Transgender and non-binary people routinely experience discrimination, harassment and even violence because their gender identity or expression is different from their birth-assigned sex. Under the Ontario Human Rights Code, all people are protected from discrimination and harassment due to gender identity and expression. Show your support for Trans rights on March 31st by wearing Pink, Blue, and White - the colours of the Trans pride flag! <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">For 2SLGBTQIA Students </h2>Join us Tuesday, March 31, 2026 for the 2026 International Day of Pink! This year’s campaign honours two landmark anniversaries in 2SLGBTQIA+ history: 25th anniversary of Little Sisters Book and Art Emporium v. Canada  A pivotal Supreme Court decision affirming freedom of expression and equality.    25th anniversary of the Modernization of Benefits and Obligations Act  Landmark legislation extending legal benefits and protections to same-sex couples.    Through ECHO, we spotlight voices and stories that would have been silenced 25 years ago—now amplified, celebrated, and shared.    Speakers and Presentations:   Speaker 1: AJ Dolman   Award-winning bi+ activist, poet, writer, and founder of Bi+ Canada.  AJ will share poetry and personal stories exploring how hope, community, and past triumphs continue to inspire meaningful and lasting change.    Speaker 2: Ryan Thomas Woods   Creator of Out With Ryan, a travel blog and YouTube channel exploring the world through a queer lens. Ryan shares stories of travel, identity, and belonging—creating safe, joyful space for LGBTQ+ voices and allies alike.     Egale Presentation: Student Change Agents: The Power of Youth Action  In this interactive workshop, participants will learn how to become active change agents in their school community and beyond. Participants will be guided through a “choose your own adventure” activity in which they will need to collectively apply strategic steps to address a social injustice situation, overcome unexpected challenges, and ultimately reach their goal. Participants will leave feeling empowered to take on individual and collective approaches to social action that help foster safer and more inclusive environments for everyone.     By the end of this session, participants will be able to: <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Discover how to use student voice to make change. </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Follow a strategic approach to creating community change by identifying beginning/end goals, determining audience and strategy, gathering resources and support, and sustaining the change long-term </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Demonstrate resiliency during unforeseen set-backs </li></ul>Followed by the movie: "Bottoms" with popcorn.    Lunch and snacks will be provided throughout the day.  Please register <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.office.com%2Fr%2F9aKBiMdZxs&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7Cedb5e1acc9b844d4ea3b08de7eae5e70%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639087484523235736%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=e0BBsPuYVnI5c3fA1JlXFZt%2Fqw15PTixqz04x4Pab8I%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">here </a>and Sign up through SchoolDay.  <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">OSSLT Spring write</h2>Bayridge will host the spring edition of the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test on Thursday, April 16th 2026! This opportunity is for any students who were absent for the fall session or students looking to rewrite the test.  Students who are invited to write should have received a letter outlining the details of the test, how to prepare and where to access additional support.    For additional information about the framework of the test, please visit this <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eqao.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2023%2F11%2Finfographic-at-a-glance-osslt.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7C35303d8baa0240e43e9608de7dfdd102%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639086726307536987%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Vm%2BwbUBNHxPGMVZxUydAhGC8NXvHtqgAqUvo1Iqiwh0%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">link</a>. Students are encouraged to prepare by spending time on the online practice <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Feqao.vretta.com%2F%23%2Fen%2Fstudent%2Fosslt-assessment%2Fsample%2F886&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7C35303d8baa0240e43e9608de7dfdd102%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639086726307573801%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=bWij0TW79LTe92yWwb2pT5bRFoNXp6g0Kp%2BsDYbyHv4%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">test</a><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Feqao.vretta.com%2F%23%2Fen%2Fstudent%2Fosslt-assessment%2Fsample%2F886&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7C35303d8baa0240e43e9608de7dfdd102%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639086726307603051%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=ASiqsrg%2FyOw77WgHahLBw6aJhtsIk1oeuyM7P5TjC4I%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link"> </a>to familiarize themselves with the accessibility features and structure of the online platform. Additional support for test preparation or for additional questions, please contact our Lead Student Success Teacher Ms. McConnell <a href="mailto:mcconnellv@limestone.on.ca" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">mcconnellv@limestone.on.ca</a>.  <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">EQAO Webinars for Parents and Guardians  </h2><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftrk.mmail.lst.fin.gov.on.ca%2Ftrk%2Fclick%3Fref%3Dzr9uf3m5h_6-dad2_0_0x325b12x02251&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40LIMESTONE.ON.CA%7C2e5d920747e147da092d08de6f25cc88%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639070405322776095%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Y7NrUOZtEUenS969VKUwM30OL2qt8Z0d%2FWPee0McyVc%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Focus on Writing</a>  (March 25, 2026, 12:00 PM)  Join us for a free live webinar about how EQAO assesses students’ writing skills at key stages of their education. EQAO staff will discuss writing prompts and questions from the reading components of the primary- and junior-division assessments and from the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test. Participants will hear how these prompts 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. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Coffeehouse</h2>Music students will be hosting a cozy campfire themed coffee house Thursday April 16. Auditions for unplugged and acoustic performers will take place after the March Break. Students should visit the music bulletin board for more information and to sign up.  <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Summer 2026 Travel for Credit: Grade 10 Civics and Careers in the Canadian Maritimes </h2><img src="/images/f4c5e820-12c8-41a2-83cf-bbde99ef70bf?fingerprint=ppb20260226023931" alt="2026 02 18 2026 Travel For Credit" width="245" height="245" style="width:245px;height:245px;display:inline-block;float:left">Limestone District School Board has 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.  Summer School Dates: Monday, June 29 to Friday, July 24, 2026   Travel Dates: Wednesday, July 8 to Tuesday, July 14, 2026  Visit the <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eftours.ca%2Ftour-website%2F3029510AX&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7Cc87298d7014a4f75da5f08de6efef8a9%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639070238571616872%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=84TsHcrz%2B%2F9z%2FwVKFFeLQvqO6F3gZKsVK3nkSRlfIcI%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Canadian Maritimes Trip website</a> for additional information.  Ask Questions: If you have questions, contact  <a href="mailto:%20summer912@limestone.on.ca" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Kate Myers by e-mail.</a>  <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Life Beyond School Event</h2>All are welcome! Targeting students diagnosed as having an intellectual disability or autism spectrum disorder as well as parents, caregivers, community service providers and school personnel. No registration required<ie-document data-lexical-document-id="355502fd-1c1f-40fc-96a0-ee4193663af9"></ie-document> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Blood Donor Clinic</h2>We are hosting an in-school mobile blood drive on Friday, May 1st  from 11:30am-3:30 pm.  Interested donors can book their appointment time at Bayridge Secondary School on Friday May 1st, starting today.  A Canadian Blood services representation will attend our Parent-Guardian night to promote the event. Please see important information attached:<ie-document data-lexical-document-id="da69634e-52fb-42a4-a2c0-0a39163325df"></ie-document><img src="/images/d3190605-e5e0-4a1b-bae7-948ee3183e4d?fingerprint=ppb20260313210952" alt="REVISED Bayridge SS" width="221" height="221" style="width:221px;height:221px;display:inline-block"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="5d52d764-36d8-4f9d-a66f-73fd32f2cd5a"></ie-document><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="8adff2dd-e703-44e0-9391-12222952b9fc"></ie-document><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">BSS Charity Golf Tournament</h2><img src="/images/47ef7cac-fc2c-4e7a-ba42-d095aff8ba1b?fingerprint=ppb20260116174112" alt="original 3D7A960B 238C 4752 8BE5 4C9A184B23EF" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Community Connections </h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Community Supports</h2><img src="/images/dd792484-29fc-4dc1-9aa3-9ae896407a8e?fingerprint=ppb20260313210947" alt="MH Crisis Services" width="421" height="561" style="width:421px;height:561px;display:inline-block;float:right">As we approach March Break, we remind everyone about the importance of caring for their mental health and well-being. Time away from school can provide an opportunity to rest, recharge, and connect with supportive people and activities. We also recognize that it can be challenging for some. Support is available in the community and reaching out to a trusted adult, family member, friend, or support professional can make a meaningful difference when someone is struggling. The following resources are available during the break: <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Kids Help Phone – Call or text 988 for 24/7 support across Canada </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Kids Help Phone – Text CONNECT to 686868 or access live chat at kidshelpphone.ca </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Maltby Centre (March 17 Kingston Walk-in Clinic; March 18 Sydenham Walk-in Clinic) </li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fonestoptalk.ca%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7Cb14dd233a34d42bf914508de810736af%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639090065152560659%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Y1Cq8xTfBjO4rD0lTOU%2B1wlp%2FTKZhMhiEVhO2%2FLP%2FFI%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">One Stop Talk</a> – Call 1-855-416-8255 or connect online </li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">Resolve Counselling Services in Kingston and Napanee </li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fkingstonhomebase.ca%2Fone-roof%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7Cb14dd233a34d42bf914508de810736af%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639090065152620631%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=FPK504uK%2F1C1SfmoU4YG%2BMWzs315%2Bc1%2Fg3rbEOyTCpQ%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">One Roof Kingston</a> (ages 12 to 25) </li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frflahealth.ca%2Fhome%2Fprograms%2Fyouth-hub%2F%3Fdoing_wp_cron%3D1773409338.1975519657135009765625&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7Cb14dd233a34d42bf914508de810736af%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639090065152675540%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=j3Qd9C6%2BQWTMrVLN2lHTJgnO8GTHZQ4usfgImC9nqKc%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Lennox and Addington Youth Hub</a> (ages 10 to 24) </li><li value="8" class="editor-listitem">In an emergency, call 911 or visit the nearest emergency department </li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">SouthEast Public Health</h2>We have students still needing their immunizations. There are many appointments available at the Southeast Public Health Kingston office over the March Break.  <ie-document data-lexical-document-id="82826ab5-2fcb-4542-8695-89e3778dcfbb"></ie-document> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Black History Month Special Exhibit, City of Kingston</h2>January 20th - May 22, 2026Market Wing Cultural Space at City Hall, 216 Ontario St.  Tuesday- Friday: Noon to 4 p.m. Admission is free! Please note: The exhibition contains images and text describing violence endured by enslaved peoples and includes documents with racist and colonialist language. This content may challenge and disturb visitors. Adults with young children may wish to preview the exhibition beforehand. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Dress for Success</h2><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="67a15007-3838-40c6-870b-8a043bdc0404"></ie-document><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="fe65401a-9b61-4a67-9c79-d9549eb38ea8"></ie-document> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Ramadan Give 30 Campaign </h2><img src="/images/2174fd23-b8e4-4665-8a87-b78aa10aa629?fingerprint=ppb20260213214945" alt="content" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Eastern Ontario Chess Challenge</h2>The 2026 Eastern Ontario All Schools Chess Challenge by the Ontario Chess'n Math Association is coming up! This tournament acts as a qualifier for the Ontario Chess Challenge.  For: Students in Kindergarten to Grade 12 When: Saturday, March 28, 2026   Registration: 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Players' Briefing: 11:00 a.m. Where: Bayridge Secondary School, 1059 Taylor Kidd Blvd., Kingston For more information, please visit Chess'n Math Association <a href="https://chess-math.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">website</a>. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">School Mental Health Ontario Free Webinar</h2>We are excited to share a valuable opportunity to support your child’s well-being. School Mental Health Ontario is offering a <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fhwdsb86405.acemlna.com%2Flt.php%3Fx%3D4lZy~GE5U3jM6KKsyNHIUBSg~a2mjt9vv-g1jaTJIXPL65J~_Ey7xOlr23Mn-RVfjDZo2nfEIYGg6HCKyNyYWOZw1k&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7C793a1591a7a64b0ab0fa08de6a5e7cd8%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639065151570185531%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=ocZ3TkJswX52YWBOxDimsZPldoTpVUlQDHg1WoJTEOI%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">free webinar series</a> as part of the <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fhwdsb86405.acemlna.com%2Flt.php%3Fx%3D4lZy~GE5U3jM6KKsyNHIUBSg~a2mjt9vv-g1jaTJIXPL65J~_Ey7xOlr23Mn-RVfjDZo2nfEIYGg6HCKyNyYWOZw1E&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7C793a1591a7a64b0ab0fa08de6a5e7cd8%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639065151570209139%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=4xzv5HdiuX5Hicjb0QvMfqXktGXoXr2oQjYraSIzYuk%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">By Your Side</a><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fhwdsb86405.acemlna.com%2Flt.php%3Fx%3D4lZy~GE5U3jM6KKsyNHIUBSg~a2mjt9vv-g1jaTJIXPL65J~_Ey7xOlr23Mn-RVfjDZo2nfEIYGg6HCKyNyYWOZw1E&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7C793a1591a7a64b0ab0fa08de6a5e7cd8%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639065151570227032%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=V73%2FTQQK7%2FrWyNtfxlYgUUDdhdlqZTpUFB1gGjRJPsc%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link"> Learning Hub</a>, designed to help parents and caregivers navigate important topics to support their children’s mental health.      This expert-led series will provide insights and practical strategies on:   ✅ balanced device use  ✅ vaping  ✅ body image  ✅ anxiety  The webinars will also include answers to questions that parents/caregivers can provide ahead of the webinar, giving you the chance to ask questions and gain practical guidance.      📅 Sessions run March to June   💻 <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fhwdsb86405.acemlna.com%2Flt.php%3Fx%3D4lZy~GE5U3jM6KKsyNHIUBSg~a2mjt9vv-g1jaTJIXPL65J~_Ey7xOlr23Mn-RVfjDZo2nfEIYGg6HCKyNyYWOZw10&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7C793a1591a7a64b0ab0fa08de6a5e7cd8%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639065151570245091%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Hmvlr%2BmI9ZHaTQQCIDq28F7oxTaYF%2FDLoj5jzKihjhM%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Register for free today</a>       We encourage all parents and caregivers to participate in this informative series. Together, we can support the well-being of our children and communities.   <ie-document data-lexical-document-id="1a2d6288-720e-48e5-a291-96919cde0618"></ie-document><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">KEYS SWIS program</h2>Having SWIS in the school provides several benefits, including smoother school integration for newcomer families, improved communication between home and school, increased access to community and settlement resources, and additional support for students’ academic and social success. We also work closely with school staff to promote cultural understanding and help create a more inclusive and welcoming environment. Please note that our services are available to all newcomer families regardless of their immigration status. <ie-document data-lexical-document-id="8f5f3451-9f19-46fd-bee9-f7b03027640d"></ie-document><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Families in TRANSition</h2>Community partners at Trellis and FACSFLA have been working on developing a group for parents and caregivers of Trans and gender exploring youth.  This 10 week program launches in March and will run on Monday evenings.    <ie-document data-lexical-document-id="fe9142e9-6bf3-4806-9bb4-30f7900198a6"></ie-document> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Maltby Resources</h2>  <ie-document data-lexical-document-id="16b67d6e-2442-43de-9fb8-9cfbaf460416"></ie-document><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="0ab94a26-4130-45e9-a48a-b7f27e154306"></ie-document><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">HYPE Tutoring </h2> HYPE Tutoring is a Queen’s student-run club offering free tutoring services to families who are interested.  We are reopening our Tutor Request Form (linked below) for the second high school semester.  <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2F16t4JQQUsOFmoVNVHUQlnp01JfTrjYDRxUq8U-FHyTsw%2Fviewform%3Fedit_requested%3Dtrue&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7C91297a0486f84c66585608de5cdafa53%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639050292820317425%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=iBaJDPjb6ZA6sY8D3m1cY3HLOVMWadkSZEkrPw1CxR8%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Tutor request form</a>   <img src="/images/eb85d4b0-5aec-425e-8e36-20f301407432?fingerprint=ppb20260131010208" alt="IMG 6363" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Spelling Bee Volunteer Opportunity</h2><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="b43fb316-34de-4940-abda-6107ee577a2e"></ie-document><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Science Fair</h2><img src="/images/0a8b713e-2867-4a17-a41f-c99f0db02df7?fingerprint=ppb20260213214947" alt="Science Fair March 2026" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">LGBT YouthLine </h2>YouthLine's Resource Library is an amazing tool for both students and educators. It's a great place to learn about 2SLGBTQ+ identities, coming out, self-care, Trans resources, wellness, and more. You can find links to a wide variety of articles, podcasts, and other amazing resources.  Our resource library also has a referral database to help connect 2SLGBTQ+ youth with local services. This referral database is for in-person and location-based services, organizations, and collectives across Ontario. <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://app.cyberimpact.com/redirect?ct%3D69CUbDI-WXmnBgCGzBGzWVHS5SWSi7UxZZrT7LH7Up4oKIvHh4gVFZuCXFeaV565rfBjavnrdjX23CmlAu8taJGGd6JW8_iAZ2W0Uem-geJgyuTQKKSkJgYIzTTYTu7e&data=05%7c02%7cmcdonaldr%40limestone.on.ca%7cc58a36eda7e2425239a108de550bc864%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c639041706259113896%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&sdata=5K9yZUUQwrC1SNFKjdDA6ggTFfIDsNtwxv8bb%2BTEniw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Online Resources</a> <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://app.cyberimpact.com/redirect?ct%3DBcO3pUpHVh9AAt3-biqunwSuKvEo7gMz4gAkXcGOogQ9Hs4bkGBNbHlpqCouY4St4wsTEZ3MW1T7k_lj1NabXc8czN0154UjtRbg5UHA6B9rO9rDLIEfV0M7eyupQTGb&data=05%7c02%7cmcdonaldr%40limestone.on.ca%7cc58a36eda7e2425239a108de550bc864%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c639041706259155206%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&sdata=Fhp0dNgkwDPzOX//XEHZ0VgpIeWR2uTh5kqMqoNXt0Y%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Support Near You</a>  Peer Support HelpLine Our HelpLine is available for 2SLGBTQ+ youth under 30. It's staffed by peer support volunteers. These volunteers are all 2SLGBTQ+ youth aged 16-29, living across Ontario. They're trained in active listening, anti-racism, harm reduction, and topics related to gender and sexuality.  Some common things people call, text, or chat to talk about include: <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Questioning gender identity and/or sexual orientation </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Coming out </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Mental health </li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Relationships with friends, partners, and family </li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">Feeling socially isolated </li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem">Seeking referrals to resources and supports online and in your community </li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem">...or just to chat! </li></ul>You can access it by text at (647) 694 4275, or chat online at youthline.ca. The HelpLine is open from Sunday to Friday, 4:00PM to 9:30PM EST. <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://app.cyberimpact.com/redirect?ct%3DWM1zJs0NeeV17Rg9caitndlAPegH0vuonwGaofx7VTgZy8WI5f0VnrQxA8aiLAQtDNcfwfWnqCjPdVXxsifJv14cFWRxVOw54diY6SjR1v9-jnNMH_9Fdw29o4sWE4kx&data=05%7c02%7cmcdonaldr%40limestone.on.ca%7cc58a36eda7e2425239a108de550bc864%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c639041706259050533%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&sdata=vHlsggSFchy2zYObFxFH9EMuU3%2BfzsoRnBJfgwUE6kg%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Access the HelpLine</a> <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://app.cyberimpact.com/redirect?ct%3DiW6NDYXEVdFBrHa0pr1r4cGIxV8gD47gPtb7tQtMbY_6HHCvbBgmmI6hWOEaL3sOmSbyyiKgZjQI-8O-4R5kyn3Eo97jMWX73_522yFYiyTQOSzUY69QQi62cUL8Kw-K&data=05%7c02%7cmcdonaldr%40limestone.on.ca%7cc58a36eda7e2425239a108de550bc864%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c639041706259082694%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&sdata=VeBOtn8lyeDFEHEg8YmV6zblxvcEDcf1a1GawGO%2BinM%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Other HelpLines</a> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Sustainable Kingston</h2><img src="/images/99082b4f-eda3-4680-af00-57b16b6e09a3?fingerprint=ppb20260226030422" alt="SK Climate" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">ADHD Survey </h2>Students aged 16-18 with ADHD are invited to participate in a research study. The purpose of this study is to further understand how student’s understanding of ADHD stigma impacts their self-determination and overall well-being.<ie-document data-lexical-document-id="c61a8a24-f9ba-457a-8ad2-cc91593cd1b4"></ie-document><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">SLAP! </h2>SLAP! Student Laptop Access Program is raising funds to offer free premium laptops to all students who need them.  If you’d like to be added to the waitlist to receive a free laptop, please complete the application form at <a href="http://www.slap-kingston.ca/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">www.slap-kingston.ca</a> right away.

2026-03-13 22:57:14.437 +0000 UTC

Reminder: Equal Consideration Deadline for SHSM Applications – March 27, 2026

Students and families are reminded that the equal consideration deadline for Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) <a href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Xxb04a7rgk2nPKDeWTgwvh8EISEOpXRHkjVBXD0LbfFUMkhHWDlRS0tBSEdQSjdWT1dBWFpaMEI2Si4u" class="editor-link">program applications</a> is March 27, 2026. While SHSM applications are accepted on a continuous basis, students who apply by this date will be considered first and notified by April 24, 2026.The SHSM is a specialized program for Grades 11 and 12 students that allows them to focus their learning on a specific economic sector while meeting all requirements for an Ontario Secondary School Diploma. The program includes industry-recognized certifications, a two-credit cooperative education placement, and hands-on experiential learning, with successful completion recognized by a red seal on the diploma.The <a href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Xxb04a7rgk2nPKDeWTgwvh8EISEOpXRHkjVBXD0LbfFUMkhHWDlRS0tBSEdQSjdWT1dBWFpaMEI2Si4u" class="editor-link">online application takes approximately four minutes to complete</a>.Learn more about SHSM on the <a href="https://expandedopportunities.limestone.on.ca/" class="editor-link">LDSB Expanded Opportunities website</a>.

2026-03-12 19:47:22.881 +0000 UTC

Blood Drive at BSS Friday May 1 2026

On Friday May 1 2026 Bayridge Secondary School is happy to be working with Canadian Blood Services to host a Mobile Blood Drive. Please click the links below to learn about eligibility and how to register to donate. <a href="/documents/da69634e-52fb-42a4-a2c0-0a39163325df/How-To-Resgister.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20260312161900" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">How to Register</a><a href="/documents/5d52d764-36d8-4f9d-a66f-73fd32f2cd5a/Basic-Eligibility-Flyer.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20260312161914" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Basic Eligibility Info</a><a href="/documents/8adff2dd-e703-44e0-9391-12222952b9fc/10732-6-HeightandWeightChart-EN.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20260428201349" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Height & Weight Requirements</a>We hope you can join us!

2026-03-12 16:00:07.552 +0000 UTC

Message from the Director - March 5, 2026

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

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

Limestone District School Board Welcomes 2026–2027 Student Trustees

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

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

February 27 Bayridge Secondary School Newsletter

<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/d62ad37a-0bd7-4bab-a36b-73cba80f4af1?fingerprint=ppb20260227224412" alt="IMG 7557" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/805cbca4-d1bb-4c5d-9c07-a3c738600065?fingerprint=ppb20260227224410" alt="IMG 7556" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/2361f259-4551-45c9-862a-74f0c30f71b0?fingerprint=ppb20260227224409" alt="IMG 7555" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div></div>February has been an incredible month at BSS, filled with learning, celebration, and plenty of snow. (-: We have continued to recognize Black History Month, taking time to reflect, learn, and celebrate the contributions and achievements of Black individuals and communities. From classroom initiatives and the work of our Equity Reconcili‑Action group, to the heartfelt words shared by Kelsy Muigai at yesterday’s assembly, meaningful learning and reflection have been at the forefront. Yesterday's Winter Recognition Assembly highlighted the many amazing events and activities happening across our school. We were excited to recognize our January and February ROCK stars, Rachel Caird and Beni Blatchford Selva, for their outstanding contributions to our school community.<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/e377670e-da41-48e3-a949-3d051e1cc257?fingerprint=ppb20260227224405" alt="IMG 7588" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/a178b855-0074-44cb-980a-de2247d51677?fingerprint=ppb20260227224406" alt="IMG 7577" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/f8d40d6e-22b0-4ac4-82a5-90a847e8b146?fingerprint=ppb20260227224414" alt="IMG 7589" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div></div>The fun continued Friday evening at our Games and Karaoke night! <div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/62649c9f-ba3b-4919-a674-e104794c7106?fingerprint=ppb20260228163443" alt="1000016589" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> </div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/710686f8-4666-46fa-914f-4c09f2ed50f1?fingerprint=ppb20260228031602" alt="1000016580" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div></div>Our Staff had fun surprising our students with 'Dress like a student day' on Friday.<img src="/images/6f44860f-adcb-4781-95f8-2fa6eb2d1188?fingerprint=ppb20260228171639" alt="Screenshot 2026 02 28 121546" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/b682adf2-ce5f-41f5-baa2-70e2b6bb0996?fingerprint=ppb20260228031559" alt="1000016565" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/3332aa21-11e0-4ad6-90c2-eda40740a5e5?fingerprint=ppb20260227224407" alt="IMG 7584" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> </div></div><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">BSCP News</h2>Congratulations to all students who competed in the Canadian Computing Challenge. This annual coding competition, run by the University of Waterloo, challenges even the most talented computer programmer. This year, Bayridge had its highest number of participants with 43 students! Most chose to attempt the junior competition while a few brave souls dared to try the very challenging senior competition. Special recognition to our top 10 finishers:1. Olivia Ellerton and Paul Wilson3. Wylder Ballantyne4. Eli Parker5. Dylan Downie6. Milo Zelmanovits7. Graeme Campbell, Clarke Delaney & Ben Saulnier10. Gabriel Bergeron, Cole Bishop and Josh MilesThe Beaver Computer Challenge is an introductory computer science challenge written by grade 9 and 10 students. BSS had 55 students participate and here are our top 10 results:<img src="/images/6f06bd6a-5e59-4152-a628-284abbe88373?fingerprint=ppb20260228172231" alt="Beaver Computing Contest" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">And a special shout-out to Jiyeon Park who won the silver medal at the Limestone Skills Competition for coding!<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">LDSB Skills Competition </h2>This week, LDSB students represented their schools at the LDSB Skills Competition. Their professionalism, preparation, engagement and willingness to challenge themselves in a competitive environment truly reflected the strength of our programs and the dedication of staff.  Participating in the Skills Competition requires courage, commitment, and countless hours of practice. Whether students earned medals or simply gained valuable experience, their efforts deserve recognition and celebration. They have showcased not only their technical skills, but also their confidence, resilience, and school pride. <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fglobalnews.ca%2Fnews%2F11709845%2Fkingston-students-compete-ldsb-skills-trades-competition%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7Cc3aec40789b341741c0408de76454e11%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639078237758832196%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=LBKH44%2FGP6uLXB%2FVpmRShN2biKd2Mruat33pABm%2BuXY%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">https://globalnews.ca/news/11709845/kingston-students-compete-ldsb-skills-trades-competition/</a> <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fglobalnews.ca%2Fvideo%2F11709836%2Fskills-competition-returns-to-ldsb%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7Cc3aec40789b341741c0408de76454e11%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639078237758869836%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=N2AAKLvpPu0JOlZFifCHRePafuEOhQsUR5fIOettVzY%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">https://globalnews.ca/video/11709836/skills-competition-returns-to-ldsb/</a> <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.kingstondaily.ca%2Fnews%2Fthe-kingston-top-3%2Frobotics-construction-and-culinary-skills-on-display-at-st-lawrence-college-for-ldsb-competition%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7Cc3aec40789b341741c0408de76454e11%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639078237758907081%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=EYlYLOoKWmSlsmZbws6KAk9wf8OD5q3Rux7mJUfggsw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">https://www.kingstondaily.ca/news/the-kingston-top-3/robotics-construction-and-culinary-skills-on-display-at-st-lawrence-college-for-ldsb-competition/</a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Looking Ahead</h2>March 2Virtual Presentation from Holocaust Survivor Elly Gotz: “From Dachau and Back to Life”March 3 Girls' Blackout Hockey game at the Invista centre 1:30 pmWeek of March 9 Early progress information comes homeMarch 10 School Day opens for Parent/Guardian Night appointment bookingsMarch 16-20 March BreakMarch 24 Last photo opportunity for Grad and School photosMarch 25 Parent/Guardian Night 6-8 pmMarch 26 Wear Purple for World Epilepsy DayMarch 31Transgender Day of Visibility<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Reminders</h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Winter Safety</h2>Please take extra precautions during these wintery months if you choose to drive your child to/from school. We’ve had reports of some fast-driving in our roundabout, and concerns in the Bayridge Public School parking lot, so we kindly ask families to use our school’s parking lot instead and help keep everyone safe during busy pick‑up and drop‑off times.  If our roundabout is busy, please avoid blocking the road and park in our parking lot to wait. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Cooperative Education</h2>Bayridge is always looking for new placement opportunities. Please don’t hesitate to contact the school if your business or organization is interested in hosting a student placement. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Limestone International Education </h2>Limestone is proud of our long tradition of hosting students from other countries.  The demand for Kingston, and Canada, as a learning destination is rapidly growing.  Students from over 15 different countries are here now staying with great homestay families in Limestone. Our International Education team is looking for more families to become homestay hosts to great international students.   We currently have 19 students on our waiting list that have applied to Limestone for 2026-2027 and need a home. They range from one semester to one year stays and are from Germany, Spain, Japan, Brazil, Slovakia, Czechia, Italy and Denmark. Host families will be paid a tax-free monthly stipend to host students. All students in the program attend local intermediate or secondary schools and range in age from 12 to 17 years old. Our International Education team works hard to make a great match for your family, that can last a lifetime. Families can learn more by visiting <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://internationaled.limestone.on.ca/become_a_homestay&data=05%7c02%7ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7c6718c3f0165148f85ef608de58f57ee2%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c639046008601667698%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&sdata=B%2BA1lkiEhmCVdakJpUMKkW1j/TQUztz2j/Fq/KzHyB0%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Limestone’s International Education website</a> or phoning the International Education offices at 613-544-7745 ext. 288. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Spirit T-Shirt</h2><img src="/images/10025c64-0b3e-4028-875f-775ce523e13c?fingerprint=ppb20260213214935" alt="IMG 7519" width="281" height="375" style="width:281px;height:375px;display:inline-block;float:left">Some of our Alumni Parents asked about getting one of these awesome sky blue t-shirts. Great news! It is available for purchase on School Day. The product name is '2025-2026 Spirit T-Shirt', price is $25, and sizes S-2XL are available. Students can also purchase them directly from the Pawshop at lunch. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Upcoming Events</h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Blackout Girls Hockey Game</h2>Our Blackout Girls' Hockey team is made up of players from BSS, Marie Rivier, Ernestown and LCVI. The girls finished a good regular season and competed in the consolation semifinals against REGI. The team played their most complete game of the year and came away with a convincing 5-2 win! They move onto the consolation finals against Lasalle at 1:30 pm on Tuesday, March 3rd at the Invista Centre. The game will be live-streamed and commented on. To support the team, BSS is sponsoring a fan bus to go cheer on BSS players Natalie Farrington, Jamie Held, Lyla Murphy, Jill Pearson, Sophie Sponholz-Ruskin, Olivia Spada and Addy Swaine. In order to go on the fan bus, permission forms and $2 ticket fee must be completed on School Day. Participating students will leave the school at 1:15 pm to head over to the Invista Centre! We thank on our ongoing partnership with Charity Gaming, which helps funds important initiatives like this in our School Community. <div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/075a138b-b54e-42f8-8384-e8c64ac1d219?fingerprint=ppb20260228171053" alt="Screenshot 2026 02 28 120649" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> </div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/89faf462-efe9-44b4-9de4-b58b77fe7e71?fingerprint=ppb20260131010249" alt="Charity" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div></div><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Early Reports</h2>During the week of March 9th, parents/guardians of students in grades 9 and 10, as well as students in grades 11 and 12 who are experiencing difficulties, will hear from teachers about how their students are progressing. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Parent/Guardian Night</h2>Parent/Guardian Night is taking place on Wednesday, March 25th, from 6-8 pm. Sign up for appointments will begin the afternoon of March 10th, on School Day.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Junior Blazers Volleyball for Grade 7 & 8 students</h2><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="d41b1d4c-eecd-4eb8-b44d-82f0e71b966b"></ie-document><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">BSS 3 vs 3 Basketball Tournament</h2><img src="/images/5dceb759-cc8c-4a58-8c96-bde4cba49999?fingerprint=ppb20260226023915" alt="BSS 3 v 3 2026 March Madness (2)" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Braiding Sweetgrass for Young Adults </h2>Braiding Sweetgrass for Young Adults: A Community Evening with Author Monique Gray Smith, is a community event taking place on March 12, 2026, at Queen’s University.  This special evening is led by the Limestone District School Board Indigenous Education Team in partnership with the Limestone Learning Foundation and Queen’s University’s Faculty of Education.   We are pleased to welcome Monique Gray Smith, who will provide an in-person public talk inspired by her book, Braiding Sweetgrass for Young Adults, an adaptation of Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer. This gathering will bring together educators, families, students, Indigenous partners, teacher candidates, and community members to reflect on care, reciprocity, and connection to land and one another. <ie-document data-lexical-document-id="9d4f045f-5cfb-4aa6-bd4e-05ea4b9c2500"></ie-document><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">OSSLT Spring write</h2>We will be having a Spring session of the OSSLT in early April. This will be for students choosing to rewrite, or students who did not have the opportunity to write in the Fall. Stay tuned for more details. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">EQAO Webinars for Parents and Guardians  </h2><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftrk.mmail.lst.fin.gov.on.ca%2Ftrk%2Fclick%3Fref%3Dzr9uf3m5h_6-dad2_0_0x325b10x02251&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40LIMESTONE.ON.CA%7C2e5d920747e147da092d08de6f25cc88%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639070405322739517%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=XtmSkB14L6A6a34RYazwZ5LfUXzmEPDIDt9zJ0U6Zcg%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">EQAO Literacy Session for Families: Focus on Reading</a>  (March 4, 2026, 12:00 PM)  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.<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftrk.mmail.lst.fin.gov.on.ca%2Ftrk%2Fclick%3Fref%3Dzr9uf3m5h_6-dad2_0_0x325b11x02251&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40LIMESTONE.ON.CA%7C2e5d920747e147da092d08de6f25cc88%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639070405322757666%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=%2FWQyB306%2FOe3%2B4theRRiiwNA6FX%2F8EsE76cgwi9MHbU%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">What to Expect on the OSSLT</a>  (March 12, 2026, 6:00 PM)  Register for this free live webinar and learn about the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test. 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. <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftrk.mmail.lst.fin.gov.on.ca%2Ftrk%2Fclick%3Fref%3Dzr9uf3m5h_6-dad2_0_0x325b12x02251&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40LIMESTONE.ON.CA%7C2e5d920747e147da092d08de6f25cc88%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639070405322776095%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Y7NrUOZtEUenS969VKUwM30OL2qt8Z0d%2FWPee0McyVc%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Focus on Writing</a>  (March 25, 2026, 12:00 PM)  Join us for a free live webinar about how EQAO assesses students’ writing skills at key stages of their education. EQAO staff will discuss writing prompts and questions from the reading components of the primary- and junior-division assessments and from the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test. Participants will hear how these prompts 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. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">March 24 Photo Opportunity </h2>Edge Imaging will be back one more time on for any student who still needs their Grad photo taken, wants retakes, is new to the school, or missed semester 1 for whatever reason. Students wanting Grad photos need to book using the following link:  <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbooking.edgeimaging.ca%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7Ce22b94c43a264f26757b08de73db5338%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639075582993312478%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=0Dz1Bc0xx9eDQ2TmVgX0qqckO%2BVm6%2BP5VxQh1UGFP9c%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">https://booking.edgeimaging.ca/</a> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Transgender Day of Visibility</h2>March 31st is Transgender Day of Visibility!  Gender identity is each person’s <img src="/images/4c2be01a-cba7-49b5-920d-dd1da10083d3?fingerprint=ppb20260228033827" alt="Screenshot 2026 02 27 223738" width="266" height="200" style="width:266px;height:200px;display:inline-block;float:right">internal and individual experience of gender. It is their sense of being a woman, a man, both, neither, or anywhere along the gender spectrum. A person’s gender identity may be the same or different from their birth-assigned sex. Transgender and non-binary people routinely experience discrimination, harassment and even violence because their gender identity or expression is different from their birth-assigned sex. Under the Ontario Human Rights Code, all people are protected from discrimination and harassment due to gender identity and expression. Show your support for Trans rights on March 31st by wearing Pink, Blue, and White - the colours of the Trans pride flag! <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">For 2SLGBTQIA Students </h2>Join us Tuesday, March 31, 2026 for the 2026 International Day of Pink! This year’s campaign honours two landmark anniversaries in 2SLGBTQIA+ history:  25th anniversary of Little Sisters Book and Art Emporium v. Canada  A pivotal Supreme Court decision affirming freedom of expression and equality.  This day will feature speakers and presentations, followed by the movie "Bottoms". Lunch and snacks will be provided throughout the day. By the end of this session, participants will be able to: <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Discover how to use student voice to make change. </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Follow a strategic approach to creating community change by identifying beginning/end goals, determining audience and strategy, gathering resources and support, and sustaining the change long-term </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Demonstrate resiliency during unforeseen set-backs. </li></ul><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="34126ee3-13dd-4c58-9739-fe07a2d1441c"></ie-document> Please register <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.office.com%2Fr%2F9aKBiMdZxs&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7C6d39d27af2da4fd6a84008de75921823%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639077467829648732%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=fkt8e%2F6jAgjcMlaTgOzfZfip70Zt53YqAQ9NwBf1a3Q%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">here.</a> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Summer 2026 Travel for Credit: Grade 10 Civics and Careers in the Canadian Maritimes </h2><img src="/images/f4c5e820-12c8-41a2-83cf-bbde99ef70bf?fingerprint=ppb20260226023931" alt="2026 02 18 2026 Travel For Credit" width="245" height="245" style="width:245px;height:245px;display:inline-block;float:left">Limestone District School Board has 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.  Summer School Dates: Monday, June 29 to Friday, July 24, 2026   Travel Dates: Wednesday, July 8 to Tuesday, July 14, 2026  Visit the <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eftours.ca%2Ftour-website%2F3029510AX&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7Cc87298d7014a4f75da5f08de6efef8a9%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639070238571616872%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=84TsHcrz%2B%2F9z%2FwVKFFeLQvqO6F3gZKsVK3nkSRlfIcI%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Canadian Maritimes Trip website</a> for additional information.  Ask Questions: If you have questions, contact <a href="mailto:%20summer912@limestone.on.ca" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Kate Myers by e-mail.</a>  <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Life Beyond School Event</h2>All are welcome! Targeting students diagnosed as having an intellectual disability or autism spectrum disorder as well as parents, caregivers, community service providers and school personnel. No registration required<ie-document data-lexical-document-id="355502fd-1c1f-40fc-96a0-ee4193663af9"></ie-document> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">BSS Charity Golf Tournament</h2><img src="/images/47ef7cac-fc2c-4e7a-ba42-d095aff8ba1b?fingerprint=ppb20260116174112" alt="original 3D7A960B 238C 4752 8BE5 4C9A184B23EF" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Community Connections </h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Black History Month Special Exhibit, City of Kingston</h2>January 20th - May 22, 2026Market Wing Cultural Space at City Hall, 216 Ontario St.  Tuesday- Friday: Noon to 4 p.m. Admission is free! Please note: The exhibition contains images and text describing violence endured by enslaved peoples and includes documents with racist and colonialist language. This content may challenge and disturb visitors. Adults with young children may wish to preview the exhibition beforehand. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Day in the Life - Women in STEM </h2><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="4f18c854-55a6-4292-937c-d130d971fa4e"></ie-document><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Free Personal Safety and Self-defense Workshop! </h2><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="92f27f5a-3feb-4bef-89ac-49e6487cee8a"></ie-document>On Wednesday, March 18, 2026, girls+ in grades 11, 12 and post-secondary can join us from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM for a full day of personal safety education and hands-on self-defence skills. Lunch will be provided.  This single-day workshop will be located at 1200 Princess Street in Kingston in the Girls Inc. classroom, located near the West Entrance of the building. Click the QR code in the attached flyer or <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgirlsinclimestone.formstack.com%2Fforms%2Fmarch_2026_personal_safety_workshop&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7C0120ac29ec9f45ad2fdc08de72df8baa%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639074501643258867%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Vt%2Bj2bUrx6zYu90qo9K2csRmwqHpbibSyFIIzBTfTRA%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">this link</a> to book your spot no later than March 6!    For more information, contact Program Lead Quinlan Smith at <a href="mailto:quinlansmith@girlsinclimestone.ca" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">quinlansmith@girlsinclimestone.ca</a>. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Rotary Club of Kingston-Frontenac </h2>There are two outstanding Rotary Youth development opportunities for students now accepting applications.  Both experiences are open to high school students who will be sponsored by the Rotary Club of Kingston-Frontenac and there is no cost for participants.  Interested students should apply by March 13, 2026 by contacting:  Don Polk at the Rotary Club of Kingston-Frontenac, at <a href="mailto:polkdj@hotmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">polkdj@hotmail.com</a> RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Academy)   Date: May 22-24, 2026 Location:  RKY Camp, Eagle Lake, Parham, ON Rotary Youth Leadership Academy (RYLA) is an intensive leadership experience organized by Rotary clubs and districts around the world. It is entirely volunteer-run with many organizers and counselors being past RYLA delegates themselves. Participants (aged 15-17 years old) attend RYLA with the financial support of a local Rotary club who “award” youth with a chance to participate in this once in a lifetime experience. Youth are selected based on the demonstration of leadership potential and a desire to be of service to their local and global communities.  For more information, please see the poster above or click on the link below:  <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rotary7040.com%2Fpage%2Fryla&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7C3b76a760f9494cf971d008de67f4084d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639062495176905824%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=55UYsiEahbL3Yh8GNwV0SuRYDHKQ0ekTANHAXBuY380%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">RYLA | District 7040</a> <ie-document data-lexical-document-id="867d0ce6-daec-46fb-9f68-2195039ecbbf"></ie-document> Adventure in (Indigenous) Understanding Date:  August 30 - September 4, 2026 Location:  Trent-Severn Waterway, Peterborough The "Adventure in Understanding" program is an annual 6-day (5-night) cultural canoe experience for young First Nation and non-native youth ages 16-18 years old.  It is a co-ed canoe voyage along the Trent-Severn Waterway from the Canadian Canoe Museum waterfront in Peterborough to Curve Lake First Nation.  No camping or canoeing experience is necessary.  The program was developed by the Rotary Club of Peterborough Kawartha with the assistance of the Curve Lake First Nation Youth Committee and is offered with the co-operation of Camp Kawartha and the Canadian Canoe Museum. Application forms and further information are available <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpkaiu.com%2Fapplication-forms-and-documentation%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7C3b76a760f9494cf971d008de67f4084d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639062495176959683%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=DwlHMmWfZyTlhTbW6r%2FKZ57M69P1MmmSr7sAlTFdJjs%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">here</a> <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpkaiu.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F02%2Faiu-handout-colour-26-01-31.jpg&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7C3b76a760f9494cf971d008de67f4084d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639062495177010116%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=XbDhGZ3Q8vLCNpuN3Th41drXvbB0CGPOYVvK8R%2BS2ng%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">https://pkaiu.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/aiu-handout-colour-26-01-31.jpg</a> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Dress for Success</h2><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="67a15007-3838-40c6-870b-8a043bdc0404"></ie-document><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="fe65401a-9b61-4a67-9c79-d9549eb38ea8"></ie-document><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">SouthEast Public Health</h2> <img src="/images/e423f18d-351d-4747-a16c-85ec54ca2eeb?fingerprint=ppb20260226023928" alt="2026 02 05 Healthy Relationship with Food Body Newsletter Insert Secondary" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"> Ramadan Give 30 Campaign </h2><img src="/images/2174fd23-b8e4-4665-8a87-b78aa10aa629?fingerprint=ppb20260213214945" alt="content" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Lake Effects Robotics Update </h2>Our team is very excited to be nearing our first competition of the season. We are two weeks away from heading to Durham College, and we think the robot is coming along well.    Recently, we have mounted our triple shooter onto the robot after some testing, and we will soon be ready to pass it off to the software team for calibration and debugging. They will also be trying out some code for the autonomous period, and eventually, our drive team will begin their practice. Here is a photo of our current progress. As you can see, our imagery team has also started working on the bumpers to fit this year’s theme: Rebuilt.  Lake Effect Robotics appreciates all the support we receive!  <img src="/images/debbaee1-507f-4a9c-878d-dffe34f8682b?fingerprint=ppb20260227224418" alt="Robotics photo" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">School Mental Health Ontario Free Webinar</h2>We are excited to share a valuable opportunity to support your child’s well-being. School Mental Health Ontario is offering a <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fhwdsb86405.acemlna.com%2Flt.php%3Fx%3D4lZy~GE5U3jM6KKsyNHIUBSg~a2mjt9vv-g1jaTJIXPL65J~_Ey7xOlr23Mn-RVfjDZo2nfEIYGg6HCKyNyYWOZw1k&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7C793a1591a7a64b0ab0fa08de6a5e7cd8%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639065151570185531%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=ocZ3TkJswX52YWBOxDimsZPldoTpVUlQDHg1WoJTEOI%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">free webinar series</a> as part of the <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fhwdsb86405.acemlna.com%2Flt.php%3Fx%3D4lZy~GE5U3jM6KKsyNHIUBSg~a2mjt9vv-g1jaTJIXPL65J~_Ey7xOlr23Mn-RVfjDZo2nfEIYGg6HCKyNyYWOZw1E&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7C793a1591a7a64b0ab0fa08de6a5e7cd8%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639065151570209139%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=4xzv5HdiuX5Hicjb0QvMfqXktGXoXr2oQjYraSIzYuk%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">By Your Side</a><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fhwdsb86405.acemlna.com%2Flt.php%3Fx%3D4lZy~GE5U3jM6KKsyNHIUBSg~a2mjt9vv-g1jaTJIXPL65J~_Ey7xOlr23Mn-RVfjDZo2nfEIYGg6HCKyNyYWOZw1E&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7C793a1591a7a64b0ab0fa08de6a5e7cd8%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639065151570227032%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=V73%2FTQQK7%2FrWyNtfxlYgUUDdhdlqZTpUFB1gGjRJPsc%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link"> Learning Hub</a>, designed to help parents and caregivers navigate important topics to support their children’s mental health.      This expert-led series will provide insights and practical strategies on:   ✅ balanced device use  ✅ vaping  ✅ body image  ✅ anxiety  The webinars will also include answers to questions that parents/caregivers can provide ahead of the webinar, giving you the chance to ask questions and gain practical guidance.      📅 Sessions run March to June   💻 <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fhwdsb86405.acemlna.com%2Flt.php%3Fx%3D4lZy~GE5U3jM6KKsyNHIUBSg~a2mjt9vv-g1jaTJIXPL65J~_Ey7xOlr23Mn-RVfjDZo2nfEIYGg6HCKyNyYWOZw10&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7C793a1591a7a64b0ab0fa08de6a5e7cd8%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639065151570245091%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Hmvlr%2BmI9ZHaTQQCIDq28F7oxTaYF%2FDLoj5jzKihjhM%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Register for free today</a>       We encourage all parents and caregivers to participate in this informative series. Together, we can support the well-being of our children and communities.   <ie-document data-lexical-document-id="1a2d6288-720e-48e5-a291-96919cde0618"></ie-document><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">KEYS SWIS program</h2>Having SWIS in the school provides several benefits, including smoother school integration for newcomer families, improved communication between home and school, increased access to community and settlement resources, and additional support for students’ academic and social success. We also work closely with school staff to promote cultural understanding and help create a more inclusive and welcoming environment. Please note that our services are available to all newcomer families regardless of their immigration status. <ie-document data-lexical-document-id="8f5f3451-9f19-46fd-bee9-f7b03027640d"></ie-document><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Families in TRANSition</h2>Community partners at Trellis and FACSFLA have been working on developing a group for parents and caregivers of Trans and gender exploring youth.  This 10 week program launches in March and will run on Monday evenings.    <ie-document data-lexical-document-id="fe9142e9-6bf3-4806-9bb4-30f7900198a6"></ie-document> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Maltby Resources</h2>  <ie-document data-lexical-document-id="16b67d6e-2442-43de-9fb8-9cfbaf460416"></ie-document><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="0ab94a26-4130-45e9-a48a-b7f27e154306"></ie-document><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">HYPE Tutoring </h2> HYPE Tutoring is a Queen’s student-run club offering free tutoring services to families who are interested.  We are reopening our Tutor Request Form (linked below) for the second high school semester.  <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2F16t4JQQUsOFmoVNVHUQlnp01JfTrjYDRxUq8U-FHyTsw%2Fviewform%3Fedit_requested%3Dtrue&data=05%7C02%7Cjonessh%40limestone.on.ca%7C91297a0486f84c66585608de5cdafa53%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639050292820317425%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=iBaJDPjb6ZA6sY8D3m1cY3HLOVMWadkSZEkrPw1CxR8%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Tutor request form</a>   <img src="/images/eb85d4b0-5aec-425e-8e36-20f301407432?fingerprint=ppb20260131010208" alt="IMG 6363" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Spelling Bee Volunteer Opportunity</h2><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="b43fb316-34de-4940-abda-6107ee577a2e"></ie-document><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Science Fair</h2><img src="/images/0a8b713e-2867-4a17-a41f-c99f0db02df7?fingerprint=ppb20260213214947" alt="Science Fair March 2026" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">LGBT YouthLine </h2>YouthLine's Resource Library is an amazing tool for both students and educators. It's a great place to learn about 2SLGBTQ+ identities, coming out, self-care, Trans resources, wellness, and more. You can find links to a wide variety of articles, podcasts, and other amazing resources.  Our resource library also has a referral database to help connect 2SLGBTQ+ youth with local services. This referral database is for in-person and location-based services, organizations, and collectives across Ontario. <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://app.cyberimpact.com/redirect?ct%3D69CUbDI-WXmnBgCGzBGzWVHS5SWSi7UxZZrT7LH7Up4oKIvHh4gVFZuCXFeaV565rfBjavnrdjX23CmlAu8taJGGd6JW8_iAZ2W0Uem-geJgyuTQKKSkJgYIzTTYTu7e&data=05%7c02%7cmcdonaldr%40limestone.on.ca%7cc58a36eda7e2425239a108de550bc864%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c639041706259113896%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&sdata=5K9yZUUQwrC1SNFKjdDA6ggTFfIDsNtwxv8bb%2BTEniw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Online Resources</a> <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://app.cyberimpact.com/redirect?ct%3DBcO3pUpHVh9AAt3-biqunwSuKvEo7gMz4gAkXcGOogQ9Hs4bkGBNbHlpqCouY4St4wsTEZ3MW1T7k_lj1NabXc8czN0154UjtRbg5UHA6B9rO9rDLIEfV0M7eyupQTGb&data=05%7c02%7cmcdonaldr%40limestone.on.ca%7cc58a36eda7e2425239a108de550bc864%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c639041706259155206%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&sdata=Fhp0dNgkwDPzOX//XEHZ0VgpIeWR2uTh5kqMqoNXt0Y%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Support Near You</a>  Peer Support HelpLine Our HelpLine is available for 2SLGBTQ+ youth under 30. It's staffed by peer support volunteers. These volunteers are all 2SLGBTQ+ youth aged 16-29, living across Ontario. They're trained in active listening, anti-racism, harm reduction, and topics related to gender and sexuality.  Some common things people call, text, or chat to talk about include: <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Questioning gender identity and/or sexual orientation </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Coming out </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Mental health </li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Relationships with friends, partners, and family </li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">Feeling socially isolated </li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem">Seeking referrals to resources and supports online and in your community </li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem">...or just to chat! </li></ul>You can access it by text at (647) 694 4275, or chat online at youthline.ca. The HelpLine is open from Sunday to Friday, 4:00PM to 9:30PM EST. <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://app.cyberimpact.com/redirect?ct%3DWM1zJs0NeeV17Rg9caitndlAPegH0vuonwGaofx7VTgZy8WI5f0VnrQxA8aiLAQtDNcfwfWnqCjPdVXxsifJv14cFWRxVOw54diY6SjR1v9-jnNMH_9Fdw29o4sWE4kx&data=05%7c02%7cmcdonaldr%40limestone.on.ca%7cc58a36eda7e2425239a108de550bc864%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c639041706259050533%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&sdata=vHlsggSFchy2zYObFxFH9EMuU3%2BfzsoRnBJfgwUE6kg%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Access the HelpLine</a> <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://app.cyberimpact.com/redirect?ct%3DiW6NDYXEVdFBrHa0pr1r4cGIxV8gD47gPtb7tQtMbY_6HHCvbBgmmI6hWOEaL3sOmSbyyiKgZjQI-8O-4R5kyn3Eo97jMWX73_522yFYiyTQOSzUY69QQi62cUL8Kw-K&data=05%7c02%7cmcdonaldr%40limestone.on.ca%7cc58a36eda7e2425239a108de550bc864%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c639041706259082694%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&sdata=VeBOtn8lyeDFEHEg8YmV6zblxvcEDcf1a1GawGO%2BinM%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Other HelpLines</a> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Sustainable Kingston</h2><img src="/images/99082b4f-eda3-4680-af00-57b16b6e09a3?fingerprint=ppb20260226030422" alt="SK Climate" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">ADHD Survey </h2>Students aged 16-18 with ADHD are invited to participate in a research study. The purpose of this study is to further understand how student’s understanding of ADHD stigma impacts their self-determination and overall well-being.<ie-document data-lexical-document-id="c61a8a24-f9ba-457a-8ad2-cc91593cd1b4"></ie-document><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">SLAP! </h2>SLAP! Student Laptop Access Program is raising funds to offer free premium laptops to all students who need them.  If you’d like to be added to the waitlist to receive a free laptop, please complete the application form at <a href="http://www.slap-kingston.ca/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">www.slap-kingston.ca</a> right away.

2026-02-28 17:46:58.051 +0000 UTC

Message from the Director - February 20, 2026

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

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

Boardroom Briefs: February 18, 2026

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 <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/board_meetings-1719463739654" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Board Meetings</a>.  <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Regular Board Meeting - February 18, 2026</h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Land Acknowledgement </h3>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."<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Private Session Report</h3><details open="false"><summary>February 4, 2026 EPOC Meeting and February 18, 2026 Board Meeting</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true">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.There was no other business conducted, or motions passed in Private Session. Earlier this evening during Private Session, the private session minutes were approved from the 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.There was no other business conducted, or motions passed in Private Session.”MOVED BY: Trustee Lloyd and seconded by Trustee Scott that the Private Session Report be received. Carried.</div></details><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Approved Absences</h3>Chair McGregor indicated that regrets were received from Trustee Morning to have her absence from tonight’s meeting be approved due to illness.<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Presentation/Delegation</h3><details open="false"><summary>LDSB Continuing Education: A Closer Look at the Personal Support Worker Program</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true"><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">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.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.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. Chair McGregor thanked the team for their presentation and opened the floor to questions.</div></details><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Reports From Officers</h3><details open="false"><summary>Chair's Report</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true">"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.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.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.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.”</div></details><details open="false"><summary>Director's Report</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true">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. 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.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.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.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.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. 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.Thank you, Chair McGregor. That concludes my report."</div></details><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Reports</h3><details open="false"><summary>OPBSA Report</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true">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.</div></details><details open="false"><summary>Student Trustees' Report</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true">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. 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. 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. 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. 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.</div></details><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Reports for Action</h3><details open="false"><summary>Recommended School Year Calendar 2026-2027</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true">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.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.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.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.</div></details><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Reports for Information </h3><details open="false"><summary>Trustee Distribution</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true">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.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.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.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.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.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.</div></details><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Adjournment</h3>MOTION MOVED BY: Trustee Lloyd and seconded by Trustee Godkin that the meeting adjourn. Carried.The Meeting Adjourned at 7:00 p.m.

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

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

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.Key Dates:  Summer School Dates: Monday, June 29 to Friday, July 24, 2026 Travel Dates: Wednesday, July 8 to Tuesday, July 14, 2026Visit the <a href="https://www.eftours.ca/tour-website/3029510AX" target="_blank" class="editor-link">Canadian Maritimes Trip website</a> for additional information, or <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">join us for an upcoming virtual information session</a> 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. Travel for Credit Information Session Date: Thursday, February 26, 2026 Time 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Location: Online Teams Meeting Families must register online in advance for the Information Session:  <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">Register today!</a>Ask Questions: If you have questions, contact <a href="mailto:%20summer912@limestone.on.ca" target="_blank" class="editor-link">Kate Myers by e-mail.</a> <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">

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