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What's Happening at Southview PS - Week 40, June 2026

<img src="/images/1ece4821-e131-41d2-8937-afa40dae9b3f?fingerprint=ppb20251217013257" alt="Land acknowledgement" width="413" height="323" style="width:413px;height:323px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Growing, Learning and Achieving Together</h2> Hello Lynx Families!We have arrived at the final week of the school year! Even though the weather is heating up ouitside, it is downright chilly in the school now that our new air-conditioning is working. We are working to adjust the temperature in order to find the perfect conditions for staff and students. We are very grateful to our school and board Facility Services Team for all the work that they have done to to provide this level of comfort to our students and staff. Just a word of caution for those attending school events over the next week (Graduation), the gym is now the only area of the school that is not air-conditioned! The following paragraphs describe what is happening around the school!The Southview ATOM, BANTAM and SENIOR School Track Teams travelled to the Invista Centre on Tuesday June 9th to compete in the District Championships. Top performances occured in the following events: Bantam Girls 100m & 200m, Atom Boys 100m & 400 m, Bantam Boys 100m, 400m, 800m and the 4x100m Relay & Senior Boys 200m, 400m, 2000m, Shot Put and the 4x100 Relay. Gold medal performances were achieved by the Bantam Girls 4 x100m Relay Team, the Atom Boys 200m, the Atom Boys 4 x 100m Relay Team and the Senior Boys 100m. Congratulations to all athletes and coaches on a terrific competition and for representing Southview with pride and distinction!The SAC Sponsored School Carnival was a huge success with the event earning a profit of approximately $1000. The School Advisory Council has enjoyed a fantastic year in 2025-2026 through their fundraising and community building efforts. We have all benefitted from the efforts of this dedicated and hard working group of individuals. <img src="/images/808a993b-df0a-496e-8834-599897bbf478?fingerprint=ppb20260522204859" alt="Thank you" width="475" height="305" style="width:475px;height:305px;display:inline-block"> A special shout out and tremendous thank you goes out to our SAC Chairperson, Amanda Morrision, who has worked hard to make this such a successful year. Thank you, Amanda! We appreciate you!We sincerely hope that many of you will consider joining this amazing term next year! Please come out to our first School Advisory Council meeting on September 24th at 6:00 p.m. Southview Public School has been celebrating an amazing group of young student leaders over the past week and the festivities will continue next week. Our Grade 8 Class of 2025-2026 will be graduating on Monday June 22, 2026. It is always bittersweet to say goodbye to a group of students that have grown up at Southview PS, but we know that they are well prepared to pursue their dreams in Secondary School in the years ahead. We wish all of them the best that the work has to offer always! Thye will alwys be Lynx and they will always be welcome at Southview PS.Congratulations and good luck, Grade 8 students!<img src="/images/2facf6ed-166a-4899-bdbb-8bc4736f6c40?fingerprint=ppb20260620191531" alt="Graduation 2026" width="321" height="321" style="width:321px;height:321px;display:inline-block"> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;">Preparations for the 2026-2027 School Year</h3> There are a number of new educators joining us in 2026-2027! We would like to welcome Paige Mercanti, Joanne Mace, Melissa Michaud, Julia Hansen and Christa Platz to the teaching team at Southview PS. We know that they will thrive at Southview in an environment that is both engaging and welcoming! We wish all of our new staff members the very best as they transition into Southview over the next couple of months! The entire team for next year will consist of the following members: <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;">Southview Public School  </h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;">Tentative Teaching Team for 2026-2027 </h2> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;">Kindergarten Teaching Team </h3>Sara Lollar/Lesley Beaubien Chelsea Cook/Amy Fitch Keasha Milligan/Nicole Cruji Ashley Lewis/Carrie Leduc <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;">Primary Teaching Team </h3>Amy York Jessie Carr Paige Mercanti Brooke Gaffney Diana Hall/Julia Hansen Shannon Collins Lauri Brown Jo Mace <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;">Junior Teaching Team </h3>Grade 4 Vacancy/Jen Zwiers/Sean Dunleavy Ashley Chapman Anna McKinney Cheryl Crouse Adam Morrow Melissa Michaud Beth Myers Melissa Hutcheson Aline LaRochelle <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;">Intermediate Teaching Team </h3>Terry Dupuis Matt Hallford Julia Hansen/Matt Gallupe Tracy Bridgen Matt Babcock <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;">French Teaching Team </h3>Hillary Bullock Allie St. Laurent Christa Platz Amanda Coulter Faith Moore <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;">Planning Time Team </h3>Sean Dunleavy Jen Zwiers <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;">Special Education Team </h3>Mary Beth Duchene Mandy Stinson Caitlin Jones Michelle Glenn <h3 class="editor-heading-h3">We are in the final stages of the school structure, staffing and class organization processes for next year. We know that we will be working through a few additional changes for next year and this will impact how we organize each class. Information regarding your child's class placement and class teacher will be made via an email that will be sent to all families in August, approximately one week prior to the first day of school. We recognize that this is different from previous years but our new practice will align us with the process as it takes place in most other schools within the LDSB. More importantly, it will allow us time to consider adjusting class structures over the summer as we adapt to any changes or additions that occur during the summer months. We work very hard to balance many aspects of school life when we are organizing classes and staff. Each change has a knock on effect and we adjust accordingly. Once we announce classes in August, most changes should be accounted for as opposed to announcing in June and then having to notify families in the summer that plans have changed. </h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3">Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to ensure the success of all students and staff at Southview PS.</h3> <img src="/images/442ddfec-5f68-46e8-a478-ae641a6c1edf?fingerprint=ppb20260620194335" alt="Good Bye and Good Luck" width="485" height="485" style="width:485px;height:485px;display:inline-block"><h3 class="editor-heading-h3">We are saying good bye to J.P. Gauthier at the end of June. J.P. has spent many years at Southview working in the Planning Time and Grade 4 Math role. J.P. has decided to move to a school closer to home and has landed at Elginburgh PS where he will take on the Planning Time and Grade 1 position. We all wish J.P. the very best of luck in his new role. Southview will miss you J.P.! Best to you always!</h3> <img src="/images/1fd53126-c9c1-49f0-8c0f-31e540d673eb?fingerprint=ppb20260524175040" alt="Congratulations" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3">We are announcing the retirements of two of our most valued teachers! Melinda Gillam and Monica McLeod will be retiring from 30+ years of teaching at the end of June. We will be celebrating with Melinda and Monica over the coming weeks and wishing them all the very best the world has to offer in the years to come!</h3> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;">Safety Reminder</h2> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;">Please remember that drivers must come to a complete stop when a pedestrian crossing light (walking person or flashing hand/orange hand) is active, yielding the entire roadway until pedestrians safely reach the other side. </h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;">Help us keep our students and their family members safe!</h3> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"> </h3>Please note the announcements/info posters in the sections below regarding the following topics/events/opportunities:<ol class="editor-list-ol"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">The Ministry approved School Calendar for 2026-2027 has be provided below for your convenience.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Information regarding the annual Soap Box Derby event being held in Tamworth is providided below.</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">STEPS is providing two workshops for parents/guardians who are looking for more information regarding children in Grade 7/8/9 who present with ADHD.</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Kindergarten Registration is now open within the Limestone District School Board and at Southview PS. See the announcement below and in the news links on the right hand side.</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Public Health has provided their regular bulletin for our Newsletter. This month's topic is looking after the well-being of our young people.</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">The Maltby Centre has provided an updated wealth of information regarding their family and child support services, programs and workshops for Summer 2026.</li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Grade 8 Transition to Secondary School. Information regarding the process our Grade 8 students will follow to ensure a successful transtion to high school can be found below! </li><li value="8" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Free Eye Exams (Free Glasses for Students in Kindergarten). For more information, visit the Kingston, Lennox and Addington Public Health website at the URL indicated in the graphic below.</li></ol>Just a reminder to all families that Southview PS is a scent-free site. Some of our students and staff are very sensitive to strong scents which can affect their health and well-being. Please help us to ensure that all members of our community are avoiding strongly scented products when attending Southview PS. Thank you!<h3 class="editor-heading-h3">On behalf of all of us at Southview PS, we thank our community from the bottom of our hearts for your coninuing support and appreication! See you in September!</h3> John Ricci, Allison Gladu and the Southview Learning Team! <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;"> </h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;">2026-2027 School Calendar</h2><img src="/images/ae177b93-15c4-4652-86cd-bf9d022599c4?fingerprint=ppb20260619152205" alt="School Calendar 2026 2027" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;"> </h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">What's Ahead...</h2> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"> </h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">June 2026</h2> June 22 Grade 8 GraduationJune 24 Final Report Cards and Kindergarten Communication of Learning Documents Distributed to FamiliesJune 25 Last Day of School for Students <h2 class="editor-heading-h2">September 2026</h2> September 2 First Day of School for the 2026-2027 School YearSeptember 21 MADD Canada at Southview PS - "TRAPPED" (Grade 7/8)September 24 First School Advisory Committee Meeting (Parent Council) - All Welcome! 6:00 p.m. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2">October 2026</h2> October 27 School Photos - Edge Imaging <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;">Annual Soap Box Derby Event</h2> <img src="/images/8dd0e400-b471-491f-a2c4-a665fa05a0bf?fingerprint=ppb20260603140004" alt="Soap Box Derby 2026" width="670" height="851" style="width:670px;height:851px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;">STEPS Parent Workshops</h2> <img src="/images/a89342a4-0590-42dc-90c3-d4a8cc73e497?fingerprint=ppb20260603150006" alt="STEPS Parent Workshop Series (Page 1) 2026" width="655" height="845" style="width:655px;height:845px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/19f82c4e-b2ae-45d8-bf7a-d739a5f31a58?fingerprint=ppb20260603150006" alt="STEPS Parent Workshop Series (Page 2) 2026" width="650" height="817" style="width:650px;height:817px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Kindergarten Registration</h2> <img src="/images/f05f0e70-9777-4085-8ef0-aac5affa75ab?fingerprint=ppb20260115184001" alt="LDSB Kindergarten Student Registration Website Graphic" width="651" height="366" style="width:651px;height:366px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/97b85b55-ec2e-4a7b-9580-87d21f5f99ab?fingerprint=ppb20260122162507" alt="Kindergarten Registration" width="641" height="797" style="width:641px;height:797px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;">Parenting</h2> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"> </h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Dental Care</h2> <img src="/images/863afb70-c579-495d-af3e-b153c1bceceb?fingerprint=ppb20260509175647" alt="Dental Care Public Health" width="763" height="956" style="width:763px;height:956px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Young People and Well Being - Public Health</h2> <img src="/images/fe712c06-e11f-46f1-ae57-031e006b2761?fingerprint=ppb20260509175608" alt="Well Being Public Health" width="726" height="908" style="width:726px;height:908px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">The Grade 8 Transition to Secondary School</h2> <img src="/images/1b316329-e9a1-4820-9c40-23da0321249c?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" alt="High School Transition" width="735" height="511" style="width:735px;height:511px;display:inline-block">Dear Families and Students,The move from Grade 8 to Grade 9 is an exciting milestone in a student’s educational journey. To help students transition smoothly to secondary school, an extensive planning process takes place between December and August.<table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 33.3333%;"><col style="width: 33.3333%;"><col style="width: 33.3333%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(217, 217, 217); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">December - February </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(217, 217, 217); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">March - June</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(217, 217, 217); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">July - August</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Grade 8 information nights for families (<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.limestone.on.ca%2Fdocuments%2F7f8af775-354d-46a7-939f-29996c90d684%2FGrade-8-Information-Nights-2026.pdf%3Ffingerprint%3Dppb20251217014207&data=05%7C02%7Criccij%40limestone.on.ca%7C2b16a41062e04a6a05b708de3691d0cc%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639008197558128029%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=oG%2FccGINDAS1xgl2juqFOeKFohMbY9lMPBR5s70gNN8%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/7f8af775-354d-46a7-939f-29996c90d684/Grade-8-Information-Nights-2026.pdf.?fingerprint=ppb20251217014207 Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link" dir="ltr">schedule available online</a>)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Grade 8 classroom visits</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Course selection        </li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Grade 8 visits to secondary schools</li></ul></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Transition meetings</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Grade 8 Day/Tours</li></ul></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Timetables sent to students</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Grade 9 Orientation/Tours</li></ul></td></tr></tbody></table>Students will be automatically transferred to their home secondary school based on their current elementary school. You can find your child’s designated secondary school by visiting the Tri-Board Eligibility Lookup <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftriboard.mybusplanner.ca%2FEligibility&data=05%7C02%7Criccij%40limestone.on.ca%7C2b16a41062e04a6a05b708de3691d0cc%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639008197558144556%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=34jUFpU6NbL1VxrWIPfLtYDuZtBkFBRfZjzEKQW2NYI%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://triboard.mybusplanner.ca/Eligibility. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link" dir="ltr">triboard.mybusplanner.ca/Eligibility</a>  and entering your home address. Students who wish to attend a Limestone secondary school outside their designated home school area must first complete registration and course selection at their designated school.Families should then contact the requested secondary school directly to apply. If the application is accepted, your student’s course selections will transfer to the new school. Students applying will be placed on a waitlist and may be admitted before the start of Grade 9 if space becomes available. Transportation is not provided for students not attending their designated school. Families of students with exceptional learning needs are encouraged to connect with their elementary school team to discuss programming options and supports for the transition to high school.The Limestone District School Board offers Choices at 9 programs including Academic Arts Enriched Program (AAEP), Advanced Placement Preparatory Program, International Baccalaureate, and Bayridge Computer Science Program (BCSP). If you have any questions about this process, please contact your student’s elementary school or the school location of the Choices at 9 program. See key application dates below:<table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 33.3333%;"><col style="width: 33.3333%;"><col style="width: 33.3333%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Applications due</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Accepted students will be notified </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Students to confirm acceptances</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">January 23, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">February 13, 2026</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">February 20, 2026</td></tr></tbody></table>Secondary school guidance counsellors are a helpful resource for learning about programs, course pathways, and available supports and are available to families with students entering Grade 9.Students and families are also encouraged to use myBlueprint to:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Plan and select courses</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Explore occupations and post-secondary options</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Record important information and reflections</li></ul>Students and families should feel comfortable asking questions and seeking assistance whenever needed. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Maltby Centre Support for Students and Families</h2> <img src="/images/44f1a451-44ea-4dd5-8f83-6b72fd6d363d?fingerprint=ppb20260620181447" alt="Maltby Summer Workshops 2026" width="671" height="817" style="width:671px;height:817px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/6e99a2bf-8a7f-40c5-8914-b677505ed96f?fingerprint=ppb20260620181525" alt="Maltby Virtual Open House Summer 2026" width="647" height="816" style="width:647px;height:816px;display:inline-block"> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Maltby Resources:</h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/140Tso5ALzlb8Vbl2gFpBQQMBJKIEO2fi/view?usp=sharing" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Maltby Foundational Family Services</a></li></ul> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Eyeglasses for Children</h2><img src="/images/381ff23b-66f7-47d1-89b9-ee1fe2a37b3a?fingerprint=ppb20251217013527" alt="thumbnail 2025 10 01 newsletter insert does your student need glasses" width="735" height="919" style="width:735px;height:919px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Reporting Absences</h2>All student absences should be reported through the SafeArrival system. Please do not call the school directly to report an absence. You can use the SchoolMessenger app, the Safe Arrival website, or the toll free number (1-855-257-9349) to record an absence.You can find more information by clicking on the following link: <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/report-a-student-absence" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Reporting Absences</a> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Southview Swag</h2><img src="/images/ce3260d8-1332-41c4-93bb-e049e3c2eb09?fingerprint=ppb20251217014921" alt="Lynx" width="148" height="179" style="width:148px;height:179px;display:inline-block;float:right">We have partnered with a Specialty Trophies for our school clothing this year. Specialty Trophies is a local Kingston company which provides school apparel to many of the schools in our district. One of the big advantages of this company is that they will provide free shipping to the school! That will be a great savings to our families!If you want to start the year showing off your school colours, checkout what's available at:<a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/4g/SouthviewPSApparel/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">https://specialtytrophies.ca/4g/SouthviewPSApparel/</a> <img src="/images/d953d6e6-3477-4d91-a70e-4d7e9970fb32?fingerprint=ppb20251217015010" alt="School Council" width="469" height="216" style="width:469px;height:216px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2">If you have any questions, contributions or suggestions for our School Advisory Committe, they can be contacted at the following e-mail address: <a href="mailto:sviewsac@gmail.com" title="mailto:sviewsac@gmail.com" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">sviewsac@gmail.com</a> </h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Our first meeting of the 2026-2027 School Year will tentatively take place on September 24th, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the Southview Library.</h2> <img src="/images/6b8671bd-7df8-4d15-bbbb-3ead38299e08?fingerprint=ppb20251217014016" alt="Screenshot 2025 09 12 084941" width="517" height="667" style="width:517px;height:667px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">KFL&A Public Health</h2>The <a href="https://www.kflaph.ca/en/health-topics/parenting-programs-and-services.aspx" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">KLF&A Public Health website</a> is an invaluable source for parent/guardians and families with respect to family health and welfare. Please use the link provided below to explore the topics and resources available through KFL&A.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">School Mental Health Ontario</h2><img src="/images/cf8e0478-107c-443d-bfd4-1ef12b843d71?fingerprint=ppb20251217014921" alt="School Mental Health Ontario" width="473" height="224" style="width:473px;height:224px;display:inline-block">Check out some of the <a href="https://smho-smso.ca/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Mental Health and Wellness Resources for Families</a>

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What's Happening at Southview PS - Week 38, June 2026

<img src="/images/1ece4821-e131-41d2-8937-afa40dae9b3f?fingerprint=ppb20251217013257" alt="Land acknowledgement" width="413" height="323" style="width:413px;height:323px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Growing, Learning and Achieving Together</h2> Hello Lynx Families!We are down to the final three weeks of the 2025-2026 school year and the students and staff are busier than ever with putting final touches on their learning and beginning to celebrate all that they have achieved! The following paragraphs describe what is happening around the school!The Southview ATOM and BANTAM/INTERMEDIATE School Track Team travelled to the Invista Centre on Tuesday June 2nd to compete in the Region 1 Qualifier. The results were impressive with many students putting in top notch performances and qualifying for the District Championships which will take place next week on Tuesday June 9th, 2026. As a matter of fact, Southview PS will be sending a team of approximately 40 students to the District Championships. Congratulations to all athletes and coaches on a terrific competition and best of luck to those who are competing on June 9th!Mr. Morrow has been coaching both the Recreational and Competitive Ultimate Frisbee Teams but he will be away on the Grade 8 Grad Trip on the day of the tournament so Ms. Hutcheson and Ms. Myers will be taking over coaching responsibilities on his behalf. Thank you toMr. Morrow for the time you have dedicated to preparing these teams for competition and to Ms. Hutcheson and Ms. Myers for ensuring that our students will be able to participate! The teams will be heading to the John Machin Soccer Pitch in Kingston on June 11th, 2026 to test their skills against other schools. Good luck to all athletes and coaches!Our Grade 3 & 6 students have mostly finished their participation in the EQAO assessment process and there is much positivity from both staff and students in terms of how it went. EQAO provides the province, our Board and the school with a snapshot of our progress in the areas of Literacy and Numeracy. We use this information to plan programming, professional learning and to provide direction with respect to our school improvement plans and goals. We are looking forward to using the information from these assessments to build on the excellence that already exists in our school! The Welcome to Kindergarten at Southview PS event took place on the evening of June 3rd, 2026 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. and it was a terrific evening of information, activities and included a first school bus ride for many students. We are very much looking forward to welcoming the next generation of Southview students in September!<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;">Preparations for the 2026-2027 School Year</h3> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3">We are in the midst of the school structure, staffing and class organization processes for next year. We know that we will be working through a number of changes next year and this will impact how we organize each class. Information regarding your child's class placement and class teacher will be made via an email that will be sent to all families in August, approximately one week prior to the first day of school. We recognize that this is different from previous years but our new practice will align us with the process as it takes place in most other schools within the LDSB. More importantly, it will allow us time to consider adjusting class structures over the summer as we adapt to any changes or additions that occur during the summer months. We work very hard to balance many aspects of school life when we are organizing classes and staff. Each change has a knock on effect and we adjust accordingly. Once we announce classes in August, most changes should be accounted for as opposed to announcing in June and then having to notify families in the summer that plans have changed. </h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3">Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to ensure the success of all students and staff at Southview PS.</h3> <img src="/images/1fd53126-c9c1-49f0-8c0f-31e540d673eb?fingerprint=ppb20260524175040" alt="Congratulations" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3">We are announcing the retirements of two of our most valued teachers! Melinda Gillam and Monica McLeod will be retiring from 30+ years of teaching at the end of June. We will be celebrating with Melinda and Monica over the coming weeks and wishing them all the very best the world has to offer in the years to come!</h3> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;"> </h3> Have a wonderful last few weeks of the school year everyone and take some time to brief the info graphics below which contain information regarding fantastic opportunities of both students and parents/guardians!<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;">Safety Reminder</h2> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;">Please remember that drivers must come to a complete stop when a pedestrian crossing light (walking person or flashing hand/orange hand) is active, yielding the entire roadway until pedestrians safely reach the other side. </h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;">Help us keep our students and their family members safe!</h3> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"> </h3>Please note the announcements/info posters in the sections below regarding the following topics/events/opportunities:<ol class="editor-list-ol"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">The Hot Lunch Schedule contains the dates for the rest of the school year.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Paul Davis, an expert in Cyber Safety and Security will be speaking at the Limestone Education Centre on Friday June 5th from 5:30-7:00 p.m. Paul is an extremely engaging speaker with a powerful message regarding keeping our kids safe online.</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Kindergarten Registration is now open within the Limestone District School Board and at Southview PS. See the announcement below and in the news links on the right hand side.</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Public Health has provided their regular bulletin for our Newsletter. This month's topic is looking after the well-being of our young people.</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">The Maltby Centre has provided an updated wealth of information regarding their family and child support services, programs and workshops for Spring 2026.</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Grade 8 Transition to Secondary School. Information regarding the process our Grade 8 students will follow to ensure a successful transtion to high school can be found below! </li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Free Eye Exams (Free Glasses for Students in Kindergarten). For more information, visit the Kingston, Lennox and Addington Public Health website at the URL indicated in the graphic below.</li></ol>We have placed all of the items from our LOST and FOUND on tables displayed in the sunshine hallway. Please take an opportunity to check the tables if your children are missing clothes and other items. Many our young people leave clothes behind in many different places! In order to prevent loss, labelling your children's clothing is highly recommended!Just a reminder to all families that Southview PS is a scent-free site. Some of our students and staff are very sensitive to strong scents which can affect their health and well-being. Please help us to ensure that all members of our community are avoiding strongly scented products when attending Southview PS. Thank you!John Ricci, Allison Gladu and the Southview Learning Team! <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;">JUMP ROPE FOR HEART FUNDRAISER!</h2><img src="/images/f097670d-7b85-492d-88d3-9f437cf0d5a7?fingerprint=ppb20260424215729" alt="Jump Rope For Heart" width="627" height="329" style="width:627px;height:329px;display:inline-block"><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;">Dear Southview Families, </h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;">Thank you SO much for all of your support during the Junp Rope for Heart Fundraiser!</h3><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;">WE RAISED $1975.00!</h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;">As a result of the generosity of the Southview PS community, we were able to virtually DOUBLE our goal of raising $1000 for the Heart and Stroke Foundation! </h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;">Well done, Southview Community!</h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;">Allie St-Laurent</h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;">Core French Teacher</h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;">Southview Public School</h3> <img src="/images/8f735074-9951-40a8-8502-61e800a6ded6?fingerprint=ppb20260522205037" alt="School Carnival" width="768" height="495" style="width:768px;height:495px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;">Our SAC Sponsored School Carnival will take place on </h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;">Friday June 12, 2026 from 5:00-7:30 p.m.</h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;">Bring the whole family and have a wonderful evening of food, fun and excitement!</h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;">Games/Raffles/Food/Exhibits/Friends</h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;">See you there!</h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;">We have a huge collection of Lost and Found clothing which we will put on display in our "Sunshine Hall" (close to the washrooms). Please have a look through the lost items while you are here!</h2><img src="/images/ee9891ee-87b5-48b0-8790-ffa4d09e3fac?fingerprint=ppb20251217015205" alt="LDSB School Year Calendar" width="911" height="695" style="width:911px;height:695px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">What's Ahead...</h2> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"> </h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">June 2026</h2> June 9 District Track and Field Event (CaraCo Field, Kingston)June 12 School Council Carnival Event!June 22 Grade 8 GraduationJune 24 Final Report Cards and Kindergarten Communication of Learning Documents Distributed to FamiliesJune 25 Last Day of School for Students <h2 class="editor-heading-h2">September 2026</h2> September 2 First Day of School for the 2026-2027 School Year <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Hot Lunch Schedule </h2>Thank you to the School Advisory Committee and our parent volunteers for organizing the Hot Lunch Program! Here is the schedule for the rest of the year: <img src="/images/d01cbb70-dda6-4dbf-9056-b15a4973e29b?fingerprint=ppb20260220195205" alt="Hot Lunch Feb 2026 (b)" width="710" height="898" style="width:710px;height:898px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;">CYBER-SAFETY AND SECURITY PRESENTATION</h2> <img src="/images/36472f03-b95b-4777-b0d2-b2e1702d048e?fingerprint=ppb20260522202547" alt="Paul Davis Advertisement" width="722" height="933" style="width:722px;height:933px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;">Annual Soap Box Derby Event</h2> <img src="/images/8dd0e400-b471-491f-a2c4-a665fa05a0bf?fingerprint=ppb20260603140004" alt="Soap Box Derby 2026" width="670" height="851" style="width:670px;height:851px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;">STEPS Parent Workshops</h2> <img src="/images/a89342a4-0590-42dc-90c3-d4a8cc73e497?fingerprint=ppb20260603150006" alt="STEPS Parent Workshop Series (Page 1) 2026" width="655" height="845" style="width:655px;height:845px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/19f82c4e-b2ae-45d8-bf7a-d739a5f31a58?fingerprint=ppb20260603150006" alt="STEPS Parent Workshop Series (Page 2) 2026" width="650" height="817" style="width:650px;height:817px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Kindergarten Registration</h2> <img src="/images/f05f0e70-9777-4085-8ef0-aac5affa75ab?fingerprint=ppb20260115184001" alt="LDSB Kindergarten Student Registration Website Graphic" width="651" height="366" style="width:651px;height:366px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/97b85b55-ec2e-4a7b-9580-87d21f5f99ab?fingerprint=ppb20260122162507" alt="Kindergarten Registration" width="641" height="797" style="width:641px;height:797px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;">Parenting</h2> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"> </h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Dental Care</h2> <img src="/images/863afb70-c579-495d-af3e-b153c1bceceb?fingerprint=ppb20260509175647" alt="Dental Care Public Health" width="763" height="956" style="width:763px;height:956px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Young People and Well Being - Public Health</h2> <img src="/images/fe712c06-e11f-46f1-ae57-031e006b2761?fingerprint=ppb20260509175608" alt="Well Being Public Health" width="726" height="908" style="width:726px;height:908px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">The Grade 8 Transition to Secondary School</h2> <img src="/images/1b316329-e9a1-4820-9c40-23da0321249c?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" alt="High School Transition" width="735" height="511" style="width:735px;height:511px;display:inline-block">Dear Families and Students,The move from Grade 8 to Grade 9 is an exciting milestone in a student’s educational journey. To help students transition smoothly to secondary school, an extensive planning process takes place between December and August.<table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 33.3333%;"><col style="width: 33.3333%;"><col style="width: 33.3333%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(217, 217, 217); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">December - February </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(217, 217, 217); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">March - June</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(217, 217, 217); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">July - August</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Grade 8 information nights for families (<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.limestone.on.ca%2Fdocuments%2F7f8af775-354d-46a7-939f-29996c90d684%2FGrade-8-Information-Nights-2026.pdf%3Ffingerprint%3Dppb20251217014207&data=05%7C02%7Criccij%40limestone.on.ca%7C2b16a41062e04a6a05b708de3691d0cc%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639008197558128029%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=oG%2FccGINDAS1xgl2juqFOeKFohMbY9lMPBR5s70gNN8%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/7f8af775-354d-46a7-939f-29996c90d684/Grade-8-Information-Nights-2026.pdf.?fingerprint=ppb20251217014207 Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link" dir="ltr">schedule available online</a>)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Grade 8 classroom visits</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Course selection        </li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Grade 8 visits to secondary schools</li></ul></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Transition meetings</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Grade 8 Day/Tours</li></ul></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Timetables sent to students</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Grade 9 Orientation/Tours</li></ul></td></tr></tbody></table>Students will be automatically transferred to their home secondary school based on their current elementary school. You can find your child’s designated secondary school by visiting the Tri-Board Eligibility Lookup <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftriboard.mybusplanner.ca%2FEligibility&data=05%7C02%7Criccij%40limestone.on.ca%7C2b16a41062e04a6a05b708de3691d0cc%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639008197558144556%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=34jUFpU6NbL1VxrWIPfLtYDuZtBkFBRfZjzEKQW2NYI%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://triboard.mybusplanner.ca/Eligibility. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link" dir="ltr">triboard.mybusplanner.ca/Eligibility</a>  and entering your home address. Students who wish to attend a Limestone secondary school outside their designated home school area must first complete registration and course selection at their designated school.Families should then contact the requested secondary school directly to apply. If the application is accepted, your student’s course selections will transfer to the new school. Students applying will be placed on a waitlist and may be admitted before the start of Grade 9 if space becomes available. Transportation is not provided for students not attending their designated school. Families of students with exceptional learning needs are encouraged to connect with their elementary school team to discuss programming options and supports for the transition to high school.The Limestone District School Board offers Choices at 9 programs including Academic Arts Enriched Program (AAEP), Advanced Placement Preparatory Program, International Baccalaureate, and Bayridge Computer Science Program (BCSP). If you have any questions about this process, please contact your student’s elementary school or the school location of the Choices at 9 program. See key application dates below:<table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 33.3333%;"><col style="width: 33.3333%;"><col style="width: 33.3333%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Applications due</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Accepted students will be notified </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Students to confirm acceptances</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">January 23, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">February 13, 2026</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">February 20, 2026</td></tr></tbody></table>Secondary school guidance counsellors are a helpful resource for learning about programs, course pathways, and available supports and are available to families with students entering Grade 9.Students and families are also encouraged to use myBlueprint to:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Plan and select courses</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Explore occupations and post-secondary options</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Record important information and reflections</li></ul>Students and families should feel comfortable asking questions and seeking assistance whenever needed. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Maltby Centre Support for Students and Families</h2><img src="/images/43fd51ab-04a7-406f-b0b1-d2705190c76c?fingerprint=ppb20260328174031" alt="Maltby Spring 2026" width="722" height="1028" style="width:722px;height:1028px;display:inline-block"> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Maltby Resources:</h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NH44gOGjMxXi1Piyy6FPON9rrxt4Di6t/view?usp=sharing" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Maltby Workshops at a Glance Spring 2026</a></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yRPZXCp0TkwBRVPFyDApqBp84Gl35aSz/view?usp=sharing" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Maltby Mental Health Services Spring 2026</a></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dAk3ZHdgxfZm3QdtevLKfFzH7uwFlJO8/view?usp=sharing" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Maltby Foundational Services Spring 2026</a></li></ul> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Eyeglasses for Children</h2><img src="/images/381ff23b-66f7-47d1-89b9-ee1fe2a37b3a?fingerprint=ppb20251217013527" alt="thumbnail 2025 10 01 newsletter insert does your student need glasses" width="735" height="919" style="width:735px;height:919px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Reporting Absences</h2>All student absences should be reported through the SafeArrival system. Please do not call the school directly to report an absence. You can use the SchoolMessenger app, the Safe Arrival website, or the toll free number (1-855-257-9349) to record an absence.You can find more information by clicking on the following link: <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/report-a-student-absence" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Reporting Absences</a> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Southview Swag</h2><img src="/images/ce3260d8-1332-41c4-93bb-e049e3c2eb09?fingerprint=ppb20251217014921" alt="Lynx" width="148" height="179" style="width:148px;height:179px;display:inline-block;float:right">We have partnered with a Specialty Trophies for our school clothing this year. Specialty Trophies is a local Kingston company which provides school apparel to many of the schools in our district. One of the big advantages of this company is that they will provide free shipping to the school! That will be a great savings to our families!If you want to start the year showing off your school colours, checkout what's available at:<a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/4g/SouthviewPSApparel/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">https://specialtytrophies.ca/4g/SouthviewPSApparel/</a> <img src="/images/d953d6e6-3477-4d91-a70e-4d7e9970fb32?fingerprint=ppb20251217015010" alt="School Council" width="469" height="216" style="width:469px;height:216px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2">If you have any questions, contributions or suggestions for our School Advisory Committe, they can be contacted at the following e-mail address: <a href="mailto:sviewsac@gmail.com" title="mailto:sviewsac@gmail.com" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">sviewsac@gmail.com</a> </h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Our first meeting of the 2026-2027 School Year will tentatively take place on September 24th, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the Southview Library.</h2> <img src="/images/6b8671bd-7df8-4d15-bbbb-3ead38299e08?fingerprint=ppb20251217014016" alt="Screenshot 2025 09 12 084941" width="517" height="667" style="width:517px;height:667px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">KFL&A Public Health</h2>The <a href="https://www.kflaph.ca/en/health-topics/parenting-programs-and-services.aspx" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">KLF&A Public Health website</a> is an invaluable source for parent/guardians and families with respect to family health and welfare. Please use the link provided below to explore the topics and resources available through KFL&A.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">School Mental Health Ontario</h2><img src="/images/cf8e0478-107c-443d-bfd4-1ef12b843d71?fingerprint=ppb20251217014921" alt="School Mental Health Ontario" width="473" height="224" style="width:473px;height:224px;display:inline-block">Check out some of the <a href="https://smho-smso.ca/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Mental Health and Wellness Resources for Families</a>

2026-06-05 20:34:28.226 +0000 UTC

What's Happening at Southview PS - Week 36, May 2026

<img src="/images/1ece4821-e131-41d2-8937-afa40dae9b3f?fingerprint=ppb20251217013257" alt="Land acknowledgement" width="413" height="323" style="width:413px;height:323px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Growing, Learning and Achieving Together</h2> Hello Lynx Families!We are celebrating a number of special events and activities that have taken place over the past couple of weeks. As is usual at this time of the year, our calendar is full, students and teachers are working overtime and the school is a hive of "busyness" and excitement.Both the ATOM and BANTAM/INTERMEDIATE School Track Meet Qualifiers took place last week. These events were incredibly well organized by our Grade 6 Teaching Team. Students enjoyed a very positive experience and Southview PS will be represented by a talented group of athletes at the Regional Meet at CaraCo Field on June 2, 2026.The Junior and Senior Dodgeball Teams travelled to Selby Public School on May 1st, 2026 to compete against 3 other schools in their annual tournament. Both Southview teams came out on top after some very competitive and hard-fought matches! Well done to our athletes and coaches!A huge team of Southview runners travelled to NDSS for the Hawk Run on May 12, 2026. The group had an outstanding day with 4 of the 5 teams winning placement ribbons for their performance. Southview individual runners won first place in Senior Girls, second place in Senior Boys, while 3 runners in other divisions won third place ribbons and two other runners place 4th in their divisions. Well done to all athletes and their coaches!Mr. Babcock and Mr. Gallupe took 35 students in Grade 7 and 8 (one team played in the competitive division and one team played in the recreational division) to a Flag Football Tournament at Calvin Park School in Kingston. Both teams were a successful and had lots of fun. Students represented Southview very well and demonstrated terrific responsibility. Most students had never played in an organized football game, but did an amazing job! Mr. Gallup and Mr. Babcock were proud of all their efforts!Academically, our Grade 6 students have started their participation in the EQAO Assessment process by completing the required Literacy modules over the week of May 4th, 2026. Grade 6 will be completing the Math portion of the assessment and Grade 3 both Literacy and Math, at the beginning of June. We are proud of the our student's academic achievement and look forward to celebrating their accomplishments in the fall of 2026!Welcome to Kindergarten at Southview PS events will take place on the evening of June 3rd, 2026 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. We are very much looking forward to meeting all of our new young Southview Public School students!Just a reminder that all staff and the administration at Southview are participating in PA Day this coming May 29th, 2026.  The focus of the PA is the reporting process and the preparation of the final reports cards due to be distributed in June. There are no classes for students on Friday May 29th, 2026.<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;">Preparations for the 2026-2027 School Year</h3> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3">We are in the midst of the school structure, staffing and class organization processes for next year. We know that we will be working through a number of changes next year and this will impact how we organize each class. Information regarding your child's class placement and class teacher will be made via an email that will be sent to all families in August, approximately one week prior to the first day of school. We recognize that this is different from previous years but our new practice will align us with the process as it takes place in most other schools within the LDSB. More importantly, it will allow us time to consider adjusting class structures over the summer as we adapt to any changes or additions that occur during the summer months. We work very hard to balance many aspects of school life when we are organizing classes and staff. Each change has a knock on effect and we adjust accordingly. Once we announce classes in August, most changes should be accounted for as opposed to announcing in June and then having to notify families in the summer that plans have changed. </h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3">Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to ensure the success of all students and staff at Southview PS.</h3> On May 28th, all students at Southview PS will be participating in the Jump Rope for Heart, Heart and Stroke Foundation fundraiser. Please see the information below and consider contributing to this worthwhile cause!<img src="/images/1fd53126-c9c1-49f0-8c0f-31e540d673eb?fingerprint=ppb20260524175040" alt="Congratulations" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3">We are announcing the retirements of two of our most valued teachers! Melinda Gillam and Monica McLeod will be retiring from 30+ years of teaching at the end of June. We will be celebrating with Melinda and Monica over the coming weeks and wishing them all the very best the world has to offer in the years to come!</h3> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;"> </h3> Have a wonderful couple of weeks everyone and take some time to brief the info graphics below which contain information regarding fantastic opportunities of both students and parents/guardians!<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;">Safety Reminder</h2> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: start;">Please remember that drivers must come to a complete stop when a pedestrian crossing light (walking person or flashing hand/orange hand) is active, yielding the entire roadway until pedestrians safely reach the other side. </h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;">Help us keep our students and their family members safe!</h3> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"> </h3>Please note the announcements/info posters in the sections below regarding the following topics/events/opportunities:<ol class="editor-list-ol"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">The Hot Lunch Schedule contains the dates for the rest of the school year.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Paul Davis, an expert in Cyber Safety and Security will be speaking at the Limestone Education Centre on Friday June 5th from 5:30-7:00 p.m. Paul is an extremely engaging speaker with a powerful message regarding keeping our kids safe online.</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Southview PS is hosting their Discover Kindergarten Event on June 3rd, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. This event is intended for all new and propective Junior Kindergarten students!</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Kindergarten Registration is now open within the Limestone District School Board and at Southview PS. See the announcement below and in the news links on the right hand side.</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">School Mental Health Ontario is holding four very important FREE webinars for parents which will feature subject matter experts hosting conversations regarding critical topics related to children and youth.</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Public Health has provided their regular bulletin for our Newsletter. This month's topic is looking after the well-being of our young people.</li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">The Maltby Centre has provided an updated wealth of information regarding their family and child support services, programs and workshops for Spring 2026.</li><li value="8" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Grade 8 Transition to Secondary School. Information regarding the process our Grade 8 students will follow to ensure a successful transtion to high school can be found below! </li><li value="9" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">The Napanee Junior Hawks Football Team registration happening now. The team will begin it's regular season in May.</li><li value="10" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Free Eye Exams (Free Glasses for Students in Kindergarten). For more information, visit the Kingston, Lennox and Addington Public Health website at the URL indicated in the graphic below.</li></ol> We have just placed all of the items from our LOST and FOUND on tables displayed in the entrance foyer. Please tak an opportunity to check the tables if your children are missing clothes and other items. Many our young people leave clothes behind in many different places! In order to prevent loss, labelling your children's clothing is highly recommended!Just a reminder to all families that Southview PS is a scent-free site. Some of our students and staff are very sensitive to strong scents which can affect their health and well-being. Please help us to ensure that all members of our community are avoiding strongly scented products when attending Southview PS. Thank you!John Ricci, Allison Gladu and the Southview Learning Team! <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;">JUMP ROPE FOR HEART FUNDRAISER!</h2><img src="/images/f097670d-7b85-492d-88d3-9f437cf0d5a7?fingerprint=ppb20260424215729" alt="Jump Rope For Heart" width="627" height="329" style="width:627px;height:329px;display:inline-block"><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;">Dear Southview Families, </h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;">Our school will be participating in the Jump Rope for Heart fundraiser on May 28, 2026 and are looking for your support to raise money for the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Please see the attached link for online donations, we appreciate any and all contributions! Our goal is $750!</h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fjumpropeforheart.crowdchange.ca%2F122444&data=05%7C02%7Criccij%40limestone.on.ca%7C899dc687792442ab85a208dea1356460%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639125447860350621%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Gs%2FHsGpJLyiXKDgpLa3fvAMMBOvaFJIFQLzfXfhK968%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://jumpropeforheart.crowdchange.ca/122444. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">https://jumpropeforheart.crowdchange.ca/122444</a></h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;">Thanks in advance 🙂</h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;">Allie St-Laurent</h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;">Core French Teacher</h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: center;">Southview Public School</h3> <img src="/images/8f735074-9951-40a8-8502-61e800a6ded6?fingerprint=ppb20260522205037" alt="School Carnival" width="768" height="495" style="width:768px;height:495px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;">Our SAC Sponsored School Carnival will take place on </h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;">Friday June 12, 2026 from 5:00-7:30 p.m.</h2> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;">Bring the whole family and have a wonderful evening of food, fun and excitement!</h2> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;">Games/Raffles/Food/Exhibits/Friends</h2> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;">See you there!</h2><img src="/images/ee9891ee-87b5-48b0-8790-ffa4d09e3fac?fingerprint=ppb20251217015205" alt="LDSB School Year Calendar" width="911" height="695" style="width:911px;height:695px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">What's Ahead...</h2> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"> </h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">May 2026</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">May 28 Jump Rope For Heart Fundraiser</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">May 29 Professional Activity Day (No Classes for Students)</li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">June 2026</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">June 2 Regional Track and Field Event (CaraCo Field, Kingston)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">June 3 Welcome To Kindergarten (5:30 p.m.)</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">June 9 District Track and Field Event (CaraCo Field, Kingston)</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">June 12 School Council Carnival Event!</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">June 22 Grade 8 Graduation</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">June 24 Final Report Cards and Kindergarten Communication of Learning Documents Distributed to Families</li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">June 25 Last Day of School for Students</li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Hot Lunch Schedule </h2>Thank you to the School Advisory Committee and our parent volunteers for organizing the Hot Lunch Program! Here is the schedule for the rest of the year: <img src="/images/d01cbb70-dda6-4dbf-9056-b15a4973e29b?fingerprint=ppb20260220195205" alt="Hot Lunch Feb 2026 (b)" width="710" height="898" style="width:710px;height:898px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;">CYBER-SAFETY AND SECURITY PRESENTATION</h2> <img src="/images/36472f03-b95b-4777-b0d2-b2e1702d048e?fingerprint=ppb20260522202547" alt="Paul Davis Advertisement" width="722" height="933" style="width:722px;height:933px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;">Welcome to Kindergarten at Southview PS</h2> <img src="/images/fa0d1b68-577b-4c15-96ab-3bf959ef9f07?fingerprint=ppb20260424220032" alt="Welcome To Kindergarten!" width="770" height="772" style="width:770px;height:772px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Kindergarten Registration</h2> <img src="/images/f05f0e70-9777-4085-8ef0-aac5affa75ab?fingerprint=ppb20260115184001" alt="LDSB Kindergarten Student Registration Website Graphic" width="651" height="366" style="width:651px;height:366px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/97b85b55-ec2e-4a7b-9580-87d21f5f99ab?fingerprint=ppb20260122162507" alt="Kindergarten Registration" width="641" height="797" style="width:641px;height:797px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: center;">Parenting</h2> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">School Mental Health Ontario</h2><img src="/images/a8e1e168-9aae-4447-8b26-07f289071377?fingerprint=ppb20260220212643" alt="Parent Webinars February 2026" width="712" height="918" style="width:712px;height:918px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Dental Care</h2> <img src="/images/863afb70-c579-495d-af3e-b153c1bceceb?fingerprint=ppb20260509175647" alt="Dental Care Public Health" width="763" height="956" style="width:763px;height:956px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Young People and Well Being - Public Health</h2> <img src="/images/fe712c06-e11f-46f1-ae57-031e006b2761?fingerprint=ppb20260509175608" alt="Well Being Public Health" width="726" height="908" style="width:726px;height:908px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">The Grade 8 Transition to Secondary School</h2> <img src="/images/1b316329-e9a1-4820-9c40-23da0321249c?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" alt="High School Transition" width="735" height="511" style="width:735px;height:511px;display:inline-block">Dear Families and Students,The move from Grade 8 to Grade 9 is an exciting milestone in a student’s educational journey. To help students transition smoothly to secondary school, an extensive planning process takes place between December and August.<table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 33.3333%;"><col style="width: 33.3333%;"><col style="width: 33.3333%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(217, 217, 217); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">December - February </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(217, 217, 217); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">March - June</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(217, 217, 217); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">July - August</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Grade 8 information nights for families (<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.limestone.on.ca%2Fdocuments%2F7f8af775-354d-46a7-939f-29996c90d684%2FGrade-8-Information-Nights-2026.pdf%3Ffingerprint%3Dppb20251217014207&data=05%7C02%7Criccij%40limestone.on.ca%7C2b16a41062e04a6a05b708de3691d0cc%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639008197558128029%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=oG%2FccGINDAS1xgl2juqFOeKFohMbY9lMPBR5s70gNN8%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/7f8af775-354d-46a7-939f-29996c90d684/Grade-8-Information-Nights-2026.pdf.?fingerprint=ppb20251217014207 Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link" dir="ltr">schedule available online</a>)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Grade 8 classroom visits</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Course selection        </li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Grade 8 visits to secondary schools</li></ul></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Transition meetings</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Grade 8 Day/Tours</li></ul></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Timetables sent to students</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Grade 9 Orientation/Tours</li></ul></td></tr></tbody></table>Students will be automatically transferred to their home secondary school based on their current elementary school. You can find your child’s designated secondary school by visiting the Tri-Board Eligibility Lookup <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftriboard.mybusplanner.ca%2FEligibility&data=05%7C02%7Criccij%40limestone.on.ca%7C2b16a41062e04a6a05b708de3691d0cc%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639008197558144556%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=34jUFpU6NbL1VxrWIPfLtYDuZtBkFBRfZjzEKQW2NYI%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://triboard.mybusplanner.ca/Eligibility. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link" dir="ltr">triboard.mybusplanner.ca/Eligibility</a>  and entering your home address. Students who wish to attend a Limestone secondary school outside their designated home school area must first complete registration and course selection at their designated school.Families should then contact the requested secondary school directly to apply. If the application is accepted, your student’s course selections will transfer to the new school. Students applying will be placed on a waitlist and may be admitted before the start of Grade 9 if space becomes available. Transportation is not provided for students not attending their designated school. Families of students with exceptional learning needs are encouraged to connect with their elementary school team to discuss programming options and supports for the transition to high school.The Limestone District School Board offers Choices at 9 programs including Academic Arts Enriched Program (AAEP), Advanced Placement Preparatory Program, International Baccalaureate, and Bayridge Computer Science Program (BCSP). If you have any questions about this process, please contact your student’s elementary school or the school location of the Choices at 9 program. See key application dates below:<table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 33.3333%;"><col style="width: 33.3333%;"><col style="width: 33.3333%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Applications due</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Accepted students will be notified </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Students to confirm acceptances</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">January 23, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">February 13, 2026</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">February 20, 2026</td></tr></tbody></table>Secondary school guidance counsellors are a helpful resource for learning about programs, course pathways, and available supports and are available to families with students entering Grade 9.Students and families are also encouraged to use myBlueprint to:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Plan and select courses</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Explore occupations and post-secondary options</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Record important information and reflections</li></ul>Students and families should feel comfortable asking questions and seeking assistance whenever needed. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Napanee Junior Hawks Football Team</h2><img src="/images/55349dce-2a8e-4613-9519-1a720dd22fb6?fingerprint=ppb20260410161140" alt="Quinte Football" width="632" height="804" style="width:632px;height:804px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Maltby Centre Support for Students and Families</h2><img src="/images/43fd51ab-04a7-406f-b0b1-d2705190c76c?fingerprint=ppb20260328174031" alt="Maltby Spring 2026" width="722" height="1028" style="width:722px;height:1028px;display:inline-block"> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Maltby Resources:</h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NH44gOGjMxXi1Piyy6FPON9rrxt4Di6t/view?usp=sharing" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Maltby Workshops at a Glance Spring 2026</a></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yRPZXCp0TkwBRVPFyDApqBp84Gl35aSz/view?usp=sharing" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Maltby Mental Health Services Spring 2026</a></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dAk3ZHdgxfZm3QdtevLKfFzH7uwFlJO8/view?usp=sharing" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Maltby Foundational Services Spring 2026</a></li></ul> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Eyeglasses for Children</h2><img src="/images/381ff23b-66f7-47d1-89b9-ee1fe2a37b3a?fingerprint=ppb20251217013527" alt="thumbnail 2025 10 01 newsletter insert does your student need glasses" width="735" height="919" style="width:735px;height:919px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Reporting Absences</h2>All student absences should be reported through the SafeArrival system. Please do not call the school directly to report an absence. You can use the SchoolMessenger app, the Safe Arrival website, or the toll free number (1-855-257-9349) to record an absence.You can find more information by clicking on the following link: <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/report-a-student-absence" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Reporting Absences</a> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Southview Swag</h2><img src="/images/ce3260d8-1332-41c4-93bb-e049e3c2eb09?fingerprint=ppb20251217014921" alt="Lynx" width="148" height="179" style="width:148px;height:179px;display:inline-block;float:right">We have partnered with a Specialty Trophies for our school clothing this year. Specialty Trophies is a local Kingston company which provides school apparel to many of the schools in our district. One of the big advantages of this company is that they will provide free shipping to the school! That will be a great savings to our families!If you want to start the year showing off your school colours, checkout what's available at:<a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/4g/SouthviewPSApparel/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">https://specialtytrophies.ca/4g/SouthviewPSApparel/</a> <img src="/images/d953d6e6-3477-4d91-a70e-4d7e9970fb32?fingerprint=ppb20251217015010" alt="School Council" width="469" height="216" style="width:469px;height:216px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2">If you have any questions, contributions or suggestions for our School Advisory Committe, they can be contacted at the following e-mail address: <a href="mailto:sviewsac@gmail.com" title="mailto:sviewsac@gmail.com" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">sviewsac@gmail.com</a> </h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Our first meeting of the 2026-2027 School Year will tentatively take place on September 24th, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the Southview Library.</h2> <img src="/images/6b8671bd-7df8-4d15-bbbb-3ead38299e08?fingerprint=ppb20251217014016" alt="Screenshot 2025 09 12 084941" width="517" height="667" style="width:517px;height:667px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">KFL&A Public Health</h2>The <a href="https://www.kflaph.ca/en/health-topics/parenting-programs-and-services.aspx" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">KLF&A Public Health website</a> is an invaluable source for parent/guardians and families with respect to family health and welfare. Please use the link provided below to explore the topics and resources available through KFL&A.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">School Mental Health Ontario</h2><img src="/images/cf8e0478-107c-443d-bfd4-1ef12b843d71?fingerprint=ppb20251217014921" alt="School Mental Health Ontario" width="473" height="224" style="width:473px;height:224px;display:inline-block">Check out some of the <a href="https://smho-smso.ca/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Mental Health and Wellness Resources for Families</a>

2026-05-24 18:15:29.478 +0000 UTC

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Welcome to Southview Public School, where we strive to live our school motto "Embracing Differences, Learning Together" every day. We host a population of more than 600 students from Kindergarten to Grade 8. Our staff work diligently and collaboratively to provide a rich and engaging educational program, and a positive learning environment for all of our students. Our Southview Lynx proudly represent our school at a variety of athletic and special events across the district.

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Limestone District School Board uses a variety of digital tools to support student learning, communication, and school operations. A new <a href="/documents/1e89801e-5ebd-4673-ad1b-b3a08a9e7451/2026-06-29-Digital-Tools-Informed-Notice.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20260629183742" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Digital Tools Informed Notice (PDF)</a> is now available, providing families with information about how personal information may be collected and used through approved digital tools, the safeguards in place to protect privacy, and the board’s commitment to secure and responsible technology use. More information on the Limestone District School Board <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/privacy" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Privacy webpage</a>.

2026-06-29 18:41:31.903 +0000 UTC

Message to Families - June 25, 2026

Dear Families,As we reach the final day of the school year, I want to take a moment to thank you for your continued support and partnership. It has been a year filled with learning, growth, and many memorable experiences for students across the district.I have a few updates to share with you as we conclude the 2025-2026 school year:Resources to Support Continued Learning During the Summer As we head into the summer months, there are many <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Ftrack.spe.schoolmessenger.com%2Ff%2Fa%2F3z3kwibBUGYnDmTDBf90Tw~~%2FAAAAARA~%2FmfsLb_bqpJ79UtI2pfKPphb0DE11EXylq6olU5R1Eev9XrQd6dF_l3P0OvwJJTCFpd7XaUBA8YGjgO2cXQyFXlt_IjlaX0VJ_yT3zam3W5wNzNvbfSfH6u5WoP9CWzYSRGtWlEMnhhaU2lso3jYZM3z3Q6mEFn3XRXpdGmNlsLi2cxRXkV6DLZ6o8Kv1bCMt&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C585ea97be03c4d196aff08ded2f2a634%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639180136847950625%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=h5%2BaY4JhJoKZmK6P%2FfkFBn74KLtjchyWA953iJhgjlQ%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">free resources available on the Limestone website</a> to help your student practice skills, explore new interests, and stay connected to learning. Topics include digital literacy, cyber security, math, literacy, and mental health.Changes to Secondary Assessment and Evaluation (Beginning 2026-2027)Earlier this week, the Ministry of Education <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Ftrack.spe.schoolmessenger.com%2Ff%2Fa%2FR1nfuciNXIx6o1Man-mE5g~~%2FAAAAARA~%2FfEpd2GmwP3JNPFCjXjY9FqqwDe_z1NneYsmu5aYB7lWTW1-fmgAGdHlzgM1MqGVUC4xW3U68oW7vlCKDfvzAc07A4DY5TRkckHJNF5SUXJ0WYjK0Wv8xN8dLVWr2rMrjNxKU_-MY7Lajd8U-YzazPR9zMb6RRzIAO6tPQkkvNBzqFMJM-XtrLLAmxgLuXeKX1IZZWxymfqDPdw-H_1ohSCMD0Bp_T180CS4Xc5dShqv85fzvjnLXjj069a-d6DHc&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C585ea97be03c4d196aff08ded2f2a634%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639180136847989827%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=a%2Bpbnoqk26fuA1XiJbrrAee2k820c6MUuOVgyqWB4lk%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">shared an update about upcoming changes that will affect how student learning is assessed and evaluated in secondary schools</a> (Grades 9 to 12), starting in the 2026-2027 school year.These <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Ftrack.spe.schoolmessenger.com%2Ff%2Fa%2FR1nfuciNXIx6o1Man-mE5g~~%2FAAAAARA~%2FfEpd2GmwP3JNPFCjXjY9FqqwDe_z1NneYsmu5aYB7lWTW1-fmgAGdHlzgM1MqGVUC4xW3U68oW7vlCKDfvzAc07A4DY5TRkckHJNF5SUXJ0WYjK0Wv8xN8dLVWr2rMrjNxKU_-MY7Lajd8U-YzazPR9zMb6RRzIAO6tPQkkvNBzqFMJM-XtrLLAmxgLuXeKX1IZZWxymfqDPdw-H_1ohSCMD0Bp_T180CS4Xc5dShqv85fzvjnLXjj069a-d6DHc&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C585ea97be03c4d196aff08ded2f2a634%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639180136848057310%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=xwxXegVFcBhzRGlr4X%2FTcYzJQU%2BdivYcYUFwfhjMN%2Fs%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">provincial changes </a>are intended to create a more consistent approach to assessment and evaluation across Ontario and to support student achievement and future pathways. What this means for students and families:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Most secondary courses will include a written final exam as part of the final grade.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">A student’s final grade will reflect:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">classroom learning and assignments</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">final evaluations (such as exams or culminating tasks)</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">attendance and participation in class</li></ul></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Excused absences will not negatively impact a student’s grade.</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Some courses (such as co-op, guidance, and certain open or workplace courses) will continue to use projects or other types of final assessments instead of a formal exam.</li></ul>Secondary families can review the updates on the <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Ftrack.spe.schoolmessenger.com%2Ff%2Fa%2FR1nfuciNXIx6o1Man-mE5g~~%2FAAAAARA~%2FfEpd2GmwP3JNPFCjXjY9FqqwDe_z1NneYsmu5aYB7lWTW1-fmgAGdHlzgM1MqGVUC4xW3U68oW7vlCKDfvzAc07A4DY5TRkckHJNF5SUXJ0WYjK0Wv8xN8dLVWr2rMrjNxKU_-MY7Lajd8U-YzazPR9zMb6RRzIAO6tPQkkvNBzqFMJM-XtrLLAmxgLuXeKX1IZZWxymfqDPdw-H_1ohSCMD0Bp_T180CS4Xc5dShqv85fzvjnLXjj069a-d6DHc&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C585ea97be03c4d196aff08ded2f2a634%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639180136848127352%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=eJBt6gMoFkaNIwwPFIvIXZpgTNm44AUlAjfngdFb%2FeQ%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Ministry of Education website</a>.These changes will come into effect for the 2026-27 school year. Over the coming months, Limestone staff will be reviewing and updating course outlines, assessment practices, and supporting resources to ensure alignment with the new provincial requirements.The Food Sharing Project UpdateDuring the 2025-2026 school year, The Food Sharing Project supported every LDSB school by providing nutritious food and resources to students each day. On average, more than 14,000 meals and snacks were served each week, over 530,000 throughout the year, with weekly food orders reaching approximately $17,500.We are grateful to the dedicated staff who make these programs possible, and to The Food Sharing Project for continuing to support student well-being across LDSB. This support is increasingly important as many families continue to face food insecurity. The Food Sharing Project is launching their <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Ftrack.spe.schoolmessenger.com%2Ff%2Fa%2F_HKAVGjSjDHM9B807yabng~~%2FAAAAARA~%2FXabZV0PurIbEHgj9zXstZSSWWSe8O0CIRJeWJSTeC-LXh8HfFlfYKhWRH5F5u8favJvIYZrj3RUOaWsdYf2pbFN-u70A9H7CWlMEjVcBRyarW6Eo0p22RTHQeaAgMvIBus9qE3Sj4XrSDrPYaows9JYbgFcUFfAsansO4B5CBxI~&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C585ea97be03c4d196aff08ded2f2a634%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639180136848189946%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=6jEFXRKdqaiVE56i8B3EH%2BYsumahkPWE%2BOp2dPIW9lk%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">“Nine Cents is Nonsense” campaign</a>, advocating for support from government to increase the funding provided. <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Ftrack.spe.schoolmessenger.com%2Ff%2Fa%2F_HKAVGjSjDHM9B807yabng~~%2FAAAAARA~%2FXabZV0PurIbEHgj9zXstZSSWWSe8O0CIRJeWJSTeC-LXh8HfFlfYKhWRH5F5u8favJvIYZrj3RUOaWsdYf2pbFN-u70A9H7CWlMEjVcBRyarW6Eo0p22RTHQeaAgMvIBus9qE3Sj4XrSDrPYaows9JYbgFcUFfAsansO4B5CBxI~&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C585ea97be03c4d196aff08ded2f2a634%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639180136848222179%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=it9d%2FQGquDhvRkZumrbT6tmXXXL6dcyMh%2FsUZ%2BQauOk%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">For more information about the Food Sharing Project, their campaign, and/or to donate, please visit their website.</a>Reminder: Tri-Board Transportation: School Bus Information for the 2026-2027 School Year School bus information for the 2026-2027 school year will be available to families in July through the <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Ftrack.spe.schoolmessenger.com%2Ff%2Fa%2Fzf28OeJNLbn7i-2DznWNhQ~~%2FAAAAARA~%2FSmCMyVe9oTOvkE2I8uhAT8ZInr63AXhBWGdTMvHGDDqcxXx_AZDMsHK7DjGXm_FLM_X4jpDWvMbAqeMyYicVl00_IsjAhaZaQVv48dJt6gbbeqm2rH1DMPPkhGvIF9mgMLgBITYxnZ6vaz-NGIln2w~~&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C585ea97be03c4d196aff08ded2f2a634%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639180136848246769%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Yigj6cbSBfN2H8xSkk6rPMgV%2FyJd2TUyHQpp2jyqjIw%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Tri-Board Student Portal</a>. New students, as well as those with a change of address or school, must apply online by August 5 to ensure transportation is in place for the first day of school. Please visit <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Ftrack.spe.schoolmessenger.com%2Ff%2Fa%2FEtIdjN5c0F6LskTx_JcfBw~~%2FAAAAARA~%2F1_bymHvQKvO4eF5ZMnUmDPmq-I1LZaK1n8fa6GmQ99HrxRKZVyofjYCoiot9gDWeFuVTs0xJjayHPDfpzkeZLytFaIdjr-VcHhnDy-io64qTpLraTlVFSTEZHK9Zg_fT&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C585ea97be03c4d196aff08ded2f2a634%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639180136848269594%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Kn0Y5kW9blF4S1uvdtpYzvw2FFvpX%2BmgdJYdBzilJYo%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">triboard.ca</a> to apply for transportation and to access your student(s)’ busing details for September.First Day of School for the 2026-2027 School YearA reminder that the first day of school for the upcoming school year is Tuesday, September 1, 2026, which is a P.A. Day. We will welcome students back on Wednesday, September 2, 2026. As we close another school year, I wish all Limestone students, families, and staff a safe, restful, and enjoyable summer. Thank you again for your partnership and support — we look forward to welcoming students back in September.Krishna BurraCEO/Director of EducationLimestone District School Board

2026-06-25 19:50:08.286 +0000 UTC

Message to Families- June 18, 2026

Dear Families,As we move towards the last week of the 2025-2026 school year, I want to share a few important updates and reminders as we wrap up the year and begin looking ahead to September.2026-2027 School Year Budget At last night’s Regular Board Meeting, the Board of Trustees approved the Limestone District School Board’s 2026-2027 budget, prepared in accordance with Public Sector Accounting Board standards. The budget includes total revenues of $340.98 million and total expenditures of $345.76 million and is compliant with Ministry of Education requirements.The full <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/budget_committee-1719463885020" class="editor-link">Budget Committee Agenda Package is available on the Limestone DSB website</a>, along with a new resource, <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/budget___financial_statements" class="editor-link">Budget Overview – Your Guide to Understanding School Board Funding available on the LDSB Budget and Financial Statements webpage.</a>The Budget overview document provides a more visual summary of the budget with highlights.Motion Passed by Board of TrusteesThe Board of Trustees passed a motion at last night’s meeting recognizing the challenges present in many classrooms and their impact on students, frontline educators, and support staff. The motion directs the Chair to write to the Ministry of Education, the Minister of Education, the Premier, local MPPs, OPBSA, CODE, and union partners, requesting additional funding to support the hiring of more frontline staff and will highlight that Limestone annually spends approximately $10 million beyond provincial funding to support special education.Reminder: P.A. Day – Friday, June 26, 2026 A reminder to families that Friday, June 26 is a P.A. Day and there are no classes for students.Tri-Board Transportation: School Bus Information for the 2026-2027 School Year School bus information for the 2026-2027 school year will be available to families in July through the <a href="https://triboard.ca/student-portal/" class="editor-link">Tri-Board Student Portal</a>. New students, as well as those with a change of address or school, must apply online by August 5 to ensure transportation is in place for the first day of school. Please visit <a href="https://triboard.ca" class="editor-link">triboard.ca</a> to apply for transportation and to access your student(s)’ busing details for September.Year-End Letter to Students and Parents from The Honourable Paul Calandra, Minister of Education and a Congratulations Letter from Edith Dumont, The Lieutenant Governor of OntarioAs we move toward the end of the 2025-2026 school year, <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/news/year-end-letter-to-students-and-parents" class="editor-link">The Honourable Paul Calandra, Ontario’s Minister of Education, has shared a message with students and families</a> to mark this occasion. We have also received a <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/news/congratulations-letter-from-edith-dumont-the-lieutenant-governor-of-ontario" class="editor-link">congratulatory letter for the Class of 2026 from Edith Dumont, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario</a>.Thank you for your continued support throughout the school year. As we approach the final days of classes, we wish all students, families, and staff a positive end to the school year.Thank you,Krishna BurraCEO/Director of EducationLimestone District School Board

2026-06-18 20:00:01.681 +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.