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Students are reminded that they need to be logging in to access their course materials through Minds Online regularly. Students should ensure they are signing in AT LEAST ONCE PER WEEK.Students can <a href="https://ldsb.elearningontario.ca/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">access Minds Online directly through this link</a>.

2024-10-10 13:02:38.069 +0000 UTC

Registering at KLC

<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">To register complete your Ontario Secondary School Diploma at the Katarokwi Learning Centre:</h3>Current LDSB students: Please speak with your home school administration about a referral to KLC.Not registered in an LDSB school: Please complete the form linked below and a member of our team will reach out to schedule an appointment to meet with you to discuss the opportunities available for you.<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.office.com%2Fr%2FZ1eCdu2wF5&data=05%7C02%7Cmyerskm%40limestone.on.ca%7C347eeedf165e4823ba5c08dddbf34eb4%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638908560258294684%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=ADargI%2FwhWCW7zAh6v7z2UXdcYjVun2lgIJ2ybRDh%2Fw%3D&reserved=0" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">KLC Student Registration Information 2025-2026</a>

2025-08-25 14:35:21.001 +0000 UTC

May Newsletter

<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">School Year End is Fast Approaching!</h2>It is hard to believe but we are down to the last 6 weeks of the school year!Students in KLC Programs - KLC Junior, River and Transitions - should have received their midterm report cards to take home last week. If you haven't seen it yet, please check with your student.For those students in KLC Core, it is important that students are committed to working on completing their current credit before the end of this school year. Please make sure you are staying on track to get work completed and seek support from your teacher if you need it. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/c61a7451-9176-4eb9-aef4-bf312cb666eb?fingerprint=ppb20251217014828" alt="download" width="213" height="155" style="width:213px;height:155px;display:inline-block"></h2>Monday, May 18: Victoria Day HolidayTuesday, May 19: Meg Skinner from Public Health at KLCTuesday, May 19: Gr 3 and 6 Students participating in EQAO (continues on Thursday, May 21, Tuesday, May 26 and Thursday, May 28)Thursday, May 21: May Recognition Lunch with Guest Speaker - Melissa West from Ed ServicesWednesday, May 27: Grad PhotosFriday, May 29: PD DayFriday, June 5: Gr 7/8 Immunization Clinic at KLCFriday, June 5: Last day for Get SET ProgramWednesday, June 10: ESL Day for ESL Programming in Gym for MorningThursday, June 11: June Recognition Lunch Friday, June 12: Last Day for ESL ProgrammingThursday, June 18 & Friday, June 19: Culminating Activity/Exam Days for KLC ProgramsFriday, June 19: Last day of regular classes for Secondary ProgrammingWednesday, June 24: GRADUATION CEREMONY @ 4:00pmThursday, June 25: Last day of classes for Elementary Programs <h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Grad Photos - May 27th</h2><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/d3054b46-74cc-46c4-84ba-57138dbcfc23?fingerprint=ppb20260508205626" alt="Reminder Notice gr12 FLH" width="358" height="553" style="width:358px;height:553px;display:inline-block"> </div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/0ffa1a49-b1cf-4a91-852d-f94e645d5e9c?fingerprint=ppb20260508205624" alt="Reminder Notice (Gown & no Comp) Graduation gr8 FLH" width="367" height="536" style="width:367px;height:536px;display:inline-block"> </div></div><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;">Reminder: Family Engagement and Climate Survey is open</h2> The Limestone District School Board’s (LDSB) <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fca1.voxco.com%2FS2%2F%3Fst%3Dfu443Fws9pr%252B2Ymhmw1QfQc2pHAVhHQ%252FaPR3y8BPGUU%253D%26mod%3D0%26dlang%3Den&data=05%7C02%7Cmyerskm%40limestone.on.ca%7C4f6fe219aab3457e530408deac3a1264%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639137562619990223%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=TBVK%2FPnJqLBGj3DLak4H8U8yiYyllnU8xQ8grVYMHrM%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://ca1.voxco.com/S2/?st=fu443Fws9pr%2B2Ymhmw1QfQc2pHAVhHQ%2FaPR3y8BPGUU%3D&mod=0&dlang=en. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">Family Engagement and Climate Survey is live</a> and we invite families to share their experiences with their student’s school and with the school board. Your feedback helps Limestone understand what is working well and where we can improve to continue to support welcoming, safe, and supportive school communities. The survey is open until May 11 and is <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fca1.voxco.com%2FS2%2F%3Fst%3Dfu443Fws9pr%252B2Ymhmw1QfQc2pHAVhHQ%252FaPR3y8BPGUU%253D%26mod%3D0%26dlang%3Den&data=05%7C02%7Cmyerskm%40limestone.on.ca%7C4f6fe219aab3457e530408deac3a1264%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639137562620018801%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=7kasuaEKbBb4Yb2R9jsOf8Vowrg5P9xYOWMJMDZu79A%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://ca1.voxco.com/S2/?st=fu443Fws9pr%2B2Ymhmw1QfQc2pHAVhHQ%2FaPR3y8BPGUU%3D&mod=0&dlang=en. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">available online</a>. Paper copies are also available at your school’s administrative office.  <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fca1.voxco.com%2FS2%2F%3Fst%3Dfu443Fws9pr%252B2Ymhmw1QfQc2pHAVhHQ%252FaPR3y8BPGUU%253D%26mod%3D0%26dlang%3Den&data=05%7C02%7Cmyerskm%40limestone.on.ca%7C4f6fe219aab3457e530408deac3a1264%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639137562620040979%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=nc6PdzNVbTZdGXkiein3uCjgYj3FaACbSywE5FNLK1s%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://ca1.voxco.com/S2/?st=fu443Fws9pr%2B2Ymhmw1QfQc2pHAVhHQ%2FaPR3y8BPGUU%3D&mod=0&dlang=en. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">Access the Family Engagement and Climate Survey online.</a> Participation is voluntary and anonymous. You may skip any questions you choose, and no identifying information is collected. Thank you for sharing your voice and helping strengthen Limestone schools and school communities. <img src="/images/c52a1ebe-16c1-4cc3-8421-47814b8df404?fingerprint=ppb20260508191255" alt="2026 05 05 LDSB Pride 2026 Poster" width="505" height="653" style="width:505px;height:653px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/849b2be3-e76f-4ef9-bffc-d9808f8dc0bb?fingerprint=ppb20260508191257" alt="Human Trafficking Awareness May 12 2026" width="505" height="673" style="width:505px;height:673px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Accessing Mental Health Supports</h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/ed18dc94-a061-4700-8531-6dd357dd3b83?fingerprint=ppb20251217015205" alt="Mental Health Supports" width="584" height="584" style="width:584px;height:584px;display:inline-block"></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"> </h2><img src="/images/c924b3a5-90b6-4027-8c77-f43aa430df63?fingerprint=ppb20260213022931" alt="Screenshot 2026 02 12 212907" width="529" height="687" style="width:529px;height:687px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Attendance Matters!</h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/9bb95379-50cd-407a-bf47-fd79991f5415?fingerprint=ppb20251217014435" alt="Attendance" width="603" height="339" style="width:603px;height:339px;display:inline-block"></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"> </h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">FOR KLC CORE STUDENTS:</h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/ae105ba0-5567-4bdb-a283-03ae87e7e52e?fingerprint=ppb20251217014623" alt="Minds Online login" width="482" height="630" style="width:482px;height:630px;display:inline-block"></h2> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Host an International Student!</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" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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">From SouthEast Public Health</h2><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/e631e2d1-20d1-46bb-b3c3-3d98638ef591?fingerprint=ppb20260508202707" alt="2026 03 25 oral health month newsletter insert" width="369" height="461" style="width:369px;height:461px;display:inline-block"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/a7ae23f6-6e9a-40ed-8a64-1a353f471fb9?fingerprint=ppb20260508202708" alt="2026 04 08 Raising healthy minds Newsletter Insert" width="386" height="484" style="width:386px;height:484px;display:inline-block"></div></div> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">LDSB Registration for 2026-2027 is Open</h2><img src="/images/f05f0e70-9777-4085-8ef0-aac5affa75ab?fingerprint=ppb20260115184001" alt="LDSB Kindergarten Student Registration Website Graphic" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/74e1665f-b2dc-4415-8e5e-2c1fa7b4d5d4?fingerprint=ppb20260123224200" alt="2026 01 07 Secondary Student Registration E Newsletter Graphic 1" width="548" height="685" style="width:548px;height:685px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Human Development and Sexual Health Curriculum for Elementary Students</h2>As part of LDSB's commitment to ongoing transparency and communication with families, please follow the link to <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/b76e663d-3389-4d8e-988b-8dd34f03e071/Form-325-D-List-of-H-D-and-S-H-Instruction-Expectations-by-Grade.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217014713&data=05%7c02%7cbentleyk%40limestone.on.ca%7c2a42a11524b248a4569b08ddeefe16fb%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c638929497252145857%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&sdata=E6P4oStAHCWeiD6A23K4EO4GbtvDNDg5Y4LzicuALbg%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Form 325-D</a> on the LDSB website. It outlines the Human Development and Sexual Health curriculum expectations for Grades 1-8.  Families can request to have their child or children exempted from instruction related to Human Development and Sexual Health expectations by completing and returning an exemption form for each child (<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/73abdc49-2e42-402e-87ed-83d27143c065/Form-325-B-Exemption-Letter-Parent-Request.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217014056&data=05%7c02%7cbentleyk%40limestone.on.ca%7c2a42a11524b248a4569b08ddeefe16fb%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c638929497252169485%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&sdata=2kKm39Pr5NrivPkunUSUql62gZdOFNde1E5zicENb4U%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Form 325-B</a>) five school days before the start of instruction. Prior to instruction, your child's classroom teacher will inform parents/guardians when the expectations related to the Human Development and Sexual Health expectations in Strand D will be covered. For a more detailed overview of this process, please refer to Administrative Procedure 325: Exemption From Human Development and Sexual Health Instruction (listed under the Policies and Procedures section of the LDSB website), or contact the school.  <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">School Year Calendar</h2><img src="/images/6161c962-c896-4354-b7df-db1318e2b627?fingerprint=ppb20251217013909" alt="e1b64b88 ceba 41cd a5ca 236a7f8662ba" width="844" height="649" style="width:844px;height:649px;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/8abc3ee7-3c9c-43fe-998b-3f0f6d8a4071?fingerprint=ppb20251217014301" alt="thumbnail KLC estore Digital Flyer" width="828" height="639" style="width:828px;height:639px;display:inline-block">

2026-05-08 20:59:04.065 +0000 UTC

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About Our School

Welcome to Katarokwi Learning Centre (KLC), an alternate site of the Limestone District School Board. KLC offers a range of quality educational programs in a safe and caring environment. In our alternative setting, we embrace diversity and self-respect, respect for others and the world around us. KLC supports students who are high-school-aged and adult students toward earning an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). KLC offers a mix of independent and group learning with hands-on and community connected opportunities.

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Board of Trustees Approves 2026–2027 School Year Budget

At its regular meeting on June 17, 2026, the Limestone District School Board of Trustees approved a $340.5 million budget for the 2026–2027 school year. This is a deficit budget balanced through the use of reserve funds.The approved budget complies with Ministry of Education requirements and includes:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Operating expenditures of $316.8 million, representing a $73,000 decrease compared to the previous year.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Capital expenditures of $23.7 million, allocated to school condition improvements and renewal projects.</li></ul>The vast majority of the operating budget is directed to student instruction and relates directly to classroom support. Capital funding is used to fund school condition improvements and school renewal projects.The Board continues to face financial pressures in several key areas, including:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Special Education</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Staff Replacement</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Student Transportation</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Statutory Benefits</li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Resources:</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/cc327962-05b2-4cac-b89e-711e1e75ca27/2026-06-16-Budget-Overview.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20260618134224" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">2026-2027 Budget Overview</a> (PDF)</li></ul>

2026-06-18 13:49:18.755 +0000 UTC

Congratulations Letter from Edith Dumont, The Lieutenant Governor of Ontario

The Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, Edith Dumont, has provided the following letter for the Class of 2026:As the representative of the Crown in Ontario, it is with great pleasure that I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the Class of 2026.Your graduation is more than a milestone — it reflects the curiosity and perseverance you have demonstrated throughout your journey. It is a moment to celebrate not only your academic achievements, but also the friendships formed, the challenges overcome, and the confidence you have gained along the way.Take a moment to recognize those who have walked this journey alongside you — your family, your teachers, the dedicated school staff, and your friends. Their support has contributed to your success and to this moment of celebration.As you look ahead, you may be preparing to continue your studies, enter the workforce, or explore new paths yet to be imagined. Whatever direction you choose, carry with you the curiosity and the resilience you have demonstrated during your school years.Your generation has the capacity to strengthen our province by building caring and supportive communities. Your ideas, your actions, and your voices matter.Congratulations once again, Class of 2026. The future is yours — embrace it with confidence.Sincerely,Edith Dumont<a href="/documents/443705ac-c120-438d-aefe-6b3aeabf0d61/LG-Congratulations-letter-Class-of-2026.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20260617152638" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Congratulations Letter from Edith Dumont, The Lieutenant Governor of Ontario - English</a> (PDF)<a href="/documents/82fc1ce8-2d6d-47a4-9c4e-256fc071a9f0/Lettre-de-felicitations-de-la-LG-Promotion-2026.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20260617152718" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Congratulations Letter from Edith Dumont, The Lieutenant Governor of Ontario - French</a> (PDF)

2026-06-17 15:28:35.483 +0000 UTC

Year End Letter to Students and Parents

The Honourable Paul Calandra, Minister of Education has shared a letter for students, parents and families: Dear Students, Parents and Families,To our amazing students: well done on finishing another school year! This is a good time to celebrate everything you have accomplished over the past several months. You worked hard, took on challenges, learned new things and continued to grow. You should be proud of all you have achieved this year.As you begin your summer break, take time to rest, explore your interests, and enjoy time with family and friends. However you choose to spend your summer, I hope you make the most of the months ahead.To the graduating Class of 2026, congratulations on reaching this important milestone. Graduation marks the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. Whether your next step is college, university, an apprenticeship, the workforce or another pathway, I wish you every success in the years ahead.As families look ahead to September and the start of a new school year, there are a few things to keep in mind. Ontario schools will continue to focus on helping students build strong foundations in reading, writing and math while preparing them for success beyond the classroom. Students in elementary schools will learn from the same core materials and benefit from a revised Kindergarten curriculum focused on foundational literacy, math and science skills. In Grade 7 and 8, updated History courses will include new mandatory content on the history of Black Canadians.In high schools, students in Grade 10 History will have new learning about Black history, the Holocaust and Holodomor. Students will also be required to demonstrate financial literacy as part of earning their high school diploma. To help provide clearer expectations and a more comprehensive picture of student achievement, high school students will complete written final exams during a dedicated exam period, and attendance and classroom participation will form part of their final grade. Together, these changes will help students stay engaged in their learning and be better prepared for life after graduation.I hope the summer ahead provides an opportunity to recharge and enjoy some well-earned time together. I wish you and your family a safe, happy and enjoyable summer.Sincerely,The Honourable Paul Calandra Minister of Education <a href="/documents/1fba83f3-9f1b-4d60-a77c-3bc15cd094c8/Year-End-Letter-to-Students-and-Parents.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20260617152216" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Year End Letter to Students, Parents, and Families from The Honourable Paul Calandra, Minister of Education - English</a> (PDF)<a href="/documents/1466db2e-00ea-40f2-b63d-8d3f65d04a0d/Lettre-concernant-la-fin-de-l-ann-e-scolaire-l-intention-des-l-ves-et-des-parents.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20260617152354" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Year End Letter to Students, Parents, and Families from The Honourable Paul Calandra, Minister of Education - French</a> (PDF)

2026-06-17 15:22:45.539 +0000 UTC

Land Acknowledgement

The Limestone District School Board is situated on the traditional territories of the Anishinaabek and Haudenosaunee. We acknowledge their enduring presence on this land, as well as the presence of Métis, Inuit, and other First Nations from across Turtle Island. We honour their culture and celebrate their commitment to this land.