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Access Minds Online
<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">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.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students can </span><a href="https://ldsb.elearningontario.ca/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">access Minds Online directly through this link</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p>
2024-10-10 13:02:38.069 +0000 UTC
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Registering at KLC
<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">To register complete your Ontario Secondary School Diploma at the Katarokwi Learning Centre:</strong></b></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Current LDSB students:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Please speak with your home school administration about a referral to KLC.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Not registered in an LDSB school: </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> 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.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><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"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">KLC Student Registration Information 2025-2026</strong></b></a></p>
2025-08-25 14:35:21.001 +0000 UTC
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May Newsletter
<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School Year End is Fast Approaching!</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">It is hard to believe but we are down to the last 6 weeks of the school year!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">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.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">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. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><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><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Monday, May 18:</strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Victoria Day Holiday</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tuesday, May 19:</strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Meg Skinner from Public Health at KLC</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tuesday, May 19:</strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Gr 3 and 6 Students participating in EQAO (continues on Thursday, May 21, Tuesday, May 26 and Thursday, May 28)</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday, May 21:</strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May Recognition Lunch with Guest Speaker - Melissa West from Ed Services</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday, May 27:</strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grad Photos</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, May 29:</strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">PD Day</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, June 5:</strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Gr 7/8 Immunization Clinic at KLC</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, June 5:</strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Last day for Get SET Program</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday, June 10:</strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">ESL Day for ESL Programming in Gym for Morning</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday, June 11:</strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June Recognition Lunch </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, June 12:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Last Day for ESL Programming</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday, June 18 & Friday, June 19:</strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Culminating Activity/Exam Days for KLC Programs</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, June 19:</strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Last day of regular classes for Secondary Programming</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday, June 24:</strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">GRADUATION CEREMONY @ 4:00pm</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday, June 25:</strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Last day of classes for Elementary Programs</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grad Photos - May 27th</span></h2><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><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"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph"><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"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></div></div><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Reminder: Family Engagement and Climate Survey is open</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Limestone District School Board’s (LDSB) </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fca1.voxco.com%2FS2%2F%3Fst%3Dfu443Fws9pr%252B2Ymhmw1QfQc2pHAVhHQ%252FaPR3y8BPGUU%253D%26mod%3D0%26dlang%3Den&data=05%7C02%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"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Family Engagement and Climate Survey</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">is live</strong></b></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> and we invite families to share their experiences with their student’s school and with the school board.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Your feedback helps Limestone understand what is working well and where we can improve to continue to support welcoming, safe, and supportive school communities.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> The survey is </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">open until May 11</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">and is </strong></b><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"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">available online</strong></b></a><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Paper copies are also available at your school’s administrative office.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fca1.voxco.com%2FS2%2F%3Fst%3Dfu443Fws9pr%252B2Ymhmw1QfQc2pHAVhHQ%252FaPR3y8BPGUU%253D%26mod%3D0%26dlang%3Den&data=05%7C02%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"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Access the Family Engagement and Climate Survey online.</strong></b></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Participation is voluntary and anonymous. You may skip any questions you choose, and no identifying information is collected.</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you for sharing your voice and helping strengthen Limestone schools and school communities.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><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"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><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"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Accessing Mental Health Supports</span></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"><br></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><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"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Attendance Matters!</span></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"><br></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">FOR KLC CORE STUDENTS:</span></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><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Host an International Student!</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">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.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> 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.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> 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.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Families can learn more by visiting </span><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"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone’s International Education website</strong></b></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> or phoning the International Education offices at 613-544-7745 ext. 288.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">From SouthEast Public Health</span></h2><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><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"></p></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><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"></p></div></div><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LDSB Registration for 2026-2027 is Open</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><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"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><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"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Human Development and Sexual Health Curriculum for Elementary Students</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As part of LDSB's commitment to ongoing transparency and communication with families, please follow the link to </span><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"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Form 325-D</span></u></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> 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 (</span><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"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Form 325-B</span></u></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">) 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. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School Year Calendar</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><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"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><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"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>
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View All NewsTechnical Advisory Group (TAG) - Seeking Expression of Interest
<h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Technical Advisory Group (TAG) is Seeking Expression of Interest</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Limestone District School Board is seeking expressions of interest from </span><a href="about:blank" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">individuals</span></a><a href="#_msocom_1" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">[EL1]</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> interested in joining the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Technical Advisory Group (TAG)</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> in support of the ongoing Student Census 2025 project.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The purpose of the Technical Advisory Group is to provide advice, perspectives, and recommendations related to the design of data collection methods, analysis, and the representation of results for LDSB’s Student Census. TAG plays a critical role in ensuring that multiple and diverse perspectives are applied to the interpretation of data, helping to minimize bias and strengthen the relevance and integrity of findings.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are seeking expressions of interest for the committee for the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">September 2026 to August 2028</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> term. </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We welcome expressions of interest from all members of the Limestone community, including those who can help us fill the following vacancies:</strong></b></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">One to two parents of a Limestone student(s) who is not an employee of the LDSB</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A Limestone school administrator</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">One or more Limestone secondary students</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">One community partner member who works alongside LDSB</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Experience in data collection, analysis, and/or reporting of identity‑based data is encouraged; however, individuals with a broad range of research or analysis backgrounds and/or lived experiences are encouraged to apply. In general, members of the TAG will be able to offer diverse perspectives and/or lived experiences including (but not limited to) anti-Black racism, anti-Indigenous racism, anti-Semitism, Ableism/Disabilities, Homophobia, Transphobia, Islamophobia, geographical diversity (e.g., urban, rural), and/or Poverty/Classism. An understanding of the </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ontario.ca%2Fdocument%2Fdata-standards-identification-and-monitoring-systemic-racism%23%3A~%3Atext%3DThe%2520Data%2520Standards%2520for%2520the%2Cdisparities%2520within%2520the%2520public%2520sector.&data=05%7C02%7Cclostlamberte%40limestone.on.ca%7C5bee4cf7e4cc40dd54f508dc81a8bca0%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638527810266554766%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=D0CCxdENPrqOG4zXI7WOtSL%2Bog%2FNwCUoOTpuPM5OkRQ%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="Original URL: https://www.ontario.ca/document/data-standards-identification-and-monitoring-systemic-racism#:~:text=The%20Data%20Standards%20for%20the,disparities%20within%20the%20public%20sector.. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Anti-Racism Data Standards</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> is an asset.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Members of the Technical Advisory Group contribute to meaningful, community‑informed research and participate in collaborative discussions that shape how Student Census data are understood and communicated.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please note that all members of the TAG are expected to complete the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Fundamentals of OCAP</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> training as a condition of their membership. This online course takes about 7 hours to complete, and costs are covered by the LDSB.</span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">How to express interest:</strong></b></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Individuals interested in joining TAG are invited to submit an expression of interest outlining relevant experience, perspectives, and interest in the work. Submissions will be reviewed to ensure a balance of skills, expertise, and lived experience.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Before expressing your interest, please review our </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student_census_technical_advisory_group" class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Terms of Reference.</strong></b></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">You can submit online </span><a href="https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Xxb04a7rgk2nPKDeWTgwvpUTVUJxSKlEvHFJaE4SO3ZUQjNGT083WkdNNFJNUksySk5FTjBZMVMzMi4u" class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">here</strong></b></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, or submit a paper copy, which are available at the board office (220 Portsmouth Ave) </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">by 11:59 pm on Friday June 12, 2026.</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The purpose of the Technical Advisory Group (TAG) is to give advice, opinions and make recommendations in the design of methods for secondary data analysis (e.g., determining disparities and disproportionalities among student outcomes based on identity) and representation of results (e.g., specifically how the information is reported and shared). Most importantly, the purpose of the TAG is to ensure that multiple perspectives are applied to the analysis of </span><a href="/cms/one.aspx" target="_blank" title="Student Census 2020" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Student Census </span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">data to minimize the risk of bias. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The TAG is comprised of members who offer diverse perspectives and/or lived experience including (but not limited to) anti-Black racism, anti-Indigenous racism, anti-Semitism, Ableism/Disabilities, Homophobia, Transphobia, Islamophobia, and/or Poverty/Classism. Members have experience in the collection, analysis, and reporting of identity-based data and will be receiving the </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffnigc.ca%2Focap-training%2Ftake-the-course%2F&data=04%7C01%7Chigheth%40limestone.on.ca%7Cc73ee6c2b18c4086640208d9f1576128%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C637806179854556235%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=cQ7gZeHBdsIi%2BpukOtJ9IVLCVBGKCLCCYAHXzFkSHkQ%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="Original URL: https://fnigc.ca/ocap-training/take-the-course/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Fundamentals of OCAP®</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> training.</span></p>
2026-05-29 15:58:02.236 +0000 UTC
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Message from the Director - May 28, 2026
<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dear Families,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">It is hard to believe that we are already at the end of May, and the current school year only has four weeks remaining. This message is to communicate a reminder regarding the PA Day tomorrow, and to share some information regarding an upcoming information session for families. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Reminder – P.A. Day – Friday, May 29, 2026</strong></b><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A reminder that tomorrow, Friday, May 29, is a P.A. Day, and there will be no classes for students.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LDSB PIC – Guest Speaker: Paul Davis – Friday, June 5, 2026</strong></b><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The LDSB Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) invites parents, caregivers, and guardians to a free, informative, and engaging evening focused on helping families navigate the digital world. Topics will include:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Social media use</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Cyberbullying</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Online privacy</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Gaming and gambling</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Event details:</strong></b><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, June 5, 2026</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">5:30 to 7:00 p.m.</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LDSB Education Centre, 220 Portsmouth Avenue, Kingston</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This is a great opportunity to learn practical tips and strategies to help support your child online. Register for this free event online: </span><a href="https://bit.ly/PICPaulDavis2026" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">bit.ly/PICPaulDavis2026</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you, as always, for your continued partnership in supporting student success and well-being. We hope you and your family have a safe and enjoyable weekend.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Krishna Burra</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">CEO/Director of Education</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone District School Board</span></p>
2026-05-28 20:30:21.967 +0000 UTC
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LDSB PIC Guest Speaker: Paul Davis
<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Join us for a free parent session with guest speaker Paul Davis! The LDSB Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) invites parents, caregivers, and guardians to an informative and engaging evening focused on:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Social media use</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Cyberbullying</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Online privacy</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Gaming and gambling</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, June 5, 2026</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">5:30 – 7:00 p.m.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LDSB Education Centre, 220, Portsmouth Avenue, Kingston</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This is a great opportunity to learn how to support your child in today’s digital world.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Register online: </strong></b><a href="https://forms.office.com/r/P5Jcn5TQ9W" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">PIC Guest Speaker: Paul Davis (Free Event) – Fill out form</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><figure><a href="https://forms.office.com/r/P5Jcn5TQ9W" title="2026 05 20 PIC Paul Davis Instagram"><img src="/images/4e2a9d97-41c5-4ea6-9410-06d26cb11a83?fingerprint=ppb20260521195148" alt="2026 05 20 PIC Paul Davis Instagram" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a></figure></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>
2026-05-28 13:38:33.734 +0000 UTC
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Land Acknowledgement
The Limestone District School Board is situated on the traditional territories of the Anishinaabek and Haudenosaunee. We acknowledge their enduring presence on this land, as well as the presence of Métis, Inuit, and other First Nations from across Turtle Island. We honour their culture and celebrate their commitment to this land.