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What's Happening at Southview PS - Week 27, March/April 2026

<img src="/images/1ece4821-e131-41d2-8937-afa40dae9b3f" alt="Land acknowledgement" width="413" height="323" style="width:413px;height:323px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/080023c0-f987-4345-8e11-6c82f2509151" alt="Happy Easter Wishes Colorful Eggs" width="765" height="456" style="width:765px;height:456px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Growing, Learning and Achieving Together</h2> Hello Lynx Families!This is definitely a "highlight" time of year for the students and staff at Southview PS. Not only is the weather changing quickly and dramatically, but we are also entering the last third of the school year where teachers begin the final push towards June. There are a number of events, competitions and academic activities that have been planned to take place over the next couple of months, in addtion to the planning that has already started for the 2026-2027 school year. One of the big events in April will be our drama presentation entitled "The Wild Robot" which will take place on Wednesday April 29th, 2026. This very large group of thespians have moved rehearsals from the front foyer to the gym as their performance day gets closer and closer. We are all super excited to see the show and celebrate our young performers. Thank you to Mrs. Jen Zwiers and her amazing team.Congratulations to our Skills Ontario - Intermediate Construction Skills Group that placed first in the District competition held at St Lawrence college last month. This group of four very talented students, led by Mr. Gallupe, will be moving on to the Provincial competition on May 3/4 in Toronto. Well done and good luck to this amazing group of achievers!We are also very excited that some of our young artists will be preparing work to be displayed at the "Neurovibes" presentation being offered on April 29th at 5:00 p.m. at the Queen's BioScience Building. Thank you to Ms. Ashley Chapman's Grade 3/4 class who have volunteered to send some special art work to be put on display! Well done, Grade 3/4!The Running Club has started their Spring training schedule and will continue to provide an opportunity for those students who are keen to get into competition form for the Road Race, and Track and Field Season. Our students are dedicating much of their break time to getting into top physical condition in order to compete in our Spring sport lineup. All of the upcoming dates for the Road Race and Track and Field season are included in the "What's Ahead" section below. Thank you to our coaches and well done to our athletes. The weather has not cooperated at all for our Grade 3s and 3/4s who have been rained out on three separate occasions for their trip to Gould Lake . Fortunately, our Outdoor Education Team is exceedingly flexible and has now offered this group an alternative date in April/May which should improve the likelihood that the trip will actually happen (and it also increases the program choices!).As mentioned in our previous newsletter, coaches are also spending their lunch offering skill and training sessions in the gym for our athletes hoping to join the Junior Basketball or one of the other many sports on offer in the next few months. Thank you to all of our coaches and athletes for their dedication to physical wellness and healthy competition! <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"> </h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">All of the staff at Southview PS, would like to take this opportunity to wish all of our students and their families a very happy and and relaxing four day long weekend from April 3-6, 2026. Be safe, be healthy and see you back at Southview PS on Monday April 7, 2026! </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">The new Hot Lunch Schedule is ready and contains the dates for the rest of the school year.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">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="3" class="editor-listitem">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="4" class="editor-listitem">Public Health is attending Southview PS on May 21/22 to perform Dental Screenings on our JK/SK and Grade 2 students. Please reach out to the number provided on the infoposter below if you do not want your child to be screened.</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">Public Health has provided their regular bulletin for our Newsletter. This month's topic is protecting our children from harmful substances.</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem">NEW!! 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="7" class="editor-listitem">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">NDSS is hosting a Grade 8 May Day Assembly on May 7th, 2026</li><li value="9" class="editor-listitem">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!<img src="/images/ee9891ee-87b5-48b0-8790-ffa4d09e3fac" 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">April 2026</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">April 3-6 Easter Break</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">April 17 Professional Activity Day (No Classes for Students)</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">April 29 "The Wild Robot" Drama Performance</li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">May 2026</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">May 3/4 Provincial Skills Ontario Competition - Good Luck to our Construction Skills Group!</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">May 5 800 m Qualifying Run (All 3 Divisions)</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">May 6 1200 m Qualifying Run (All 3 Divisions)</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">May 7 May Day Grade 8 Assembly (NDSS)</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">May 8 Careers Fair at TPCS for Grade 8</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem">May 12 Hawk Run (NDSS)</li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem">May 13 Southview Atom Track and Field Event (Grades 3-4)</li><li value="8" class="editor-listitem">May 14 Southview Bantam Track and Field Event (Grades 5-8)</li><li value="9" class="editor-listitem">May 21/22 Dental Screening for JK/SK & Grade 2</li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">June 2026</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">June 2 Regional Track and Field Event (CaraCo Field, Kingston)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">June 9 District Track and Field Event (CaraCo Field, Kingston)</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/a271a856-0286-405e-9222-dced1ffd605a" alt="Hot Lunches February 2026 (a)" width="723" height="919" style="width:723px;height:919px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/d01cbb70-dda6-4dbf-9056-b15a4973e29b" alt="Hot Lunch Feb 2026 (b)" width="710" height="898" style="width:710px;height:898px;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" 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" alt="Kindergarten Registration" width="641" height="797" style="width:641px;height:797px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">School Mental Health Ontario</h2><img src="/images/a8e1e168-9aae-4447-8b26-07f289071377" 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 Screening on May 21/22, 2026</h2> <img src="/images/43a175ad-fa00-46ed-b1a1-326c252cad61" alt="Dental Screening 2026" width="765" height="954" style="width:765px;height:954px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Harmful Substances - Public Health</h2> <img src="/images/565a5e1a-ad87-4fc4-9bfe-37e81acd7de2" alt="Public Health Storing Harmful Substances" width="756" height="942" style="width:756px;height:942px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">NEUROVIBES</h2> <img src="/images/31e1c51f-ca64-4903-a83d-061037d9da1c" alt="Neurovibes" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;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" 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"><colgroup><col><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(217, 217, 217); width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">December - February </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(217, 217, 217); width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">March - June</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(217, 217, 217); width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">July - August</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">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&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. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">schedule available online</a>)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Grade 8 classroom visits</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Course selection        </li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Grade 8 visits to secondary schools</li></ul></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Transition meetings</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Grade 8 Day/Tours</li></ul></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Timetables sent to students</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">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">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"><colgroup><col><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Applications due</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Accepted students will be notified </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Students to confirm acceptances</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">January 23, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">February 13, 2026</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">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" style="text-align: start;">Plan and select courses</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Explore occupations and post-secondary options</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" 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;">MAY DAY Grade 8 ASSEMBLY - NDSS </h2> <img src="/images/2b68e9c8-e6c7-4369-9171-909f934d615d" alt="May Day Assembly 2026" width="601" height="593" style="width:601px;height:593px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Football Tryouts</h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Key Details for Families:</h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">·  Divisions: U12 (2014–2015) and U14 (2012–2013)</h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">·  Focus: Player safety, certified coaching, and skill development.</h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">·  Registration: Now open at <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skyhawksfootball.ca%2F&data=05%7C02%7Criccij%40limestone.on.ca%7C99d93e34d57a44957bad08de576dd064%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639044326354221920%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=IK84Y%2FAlnUIqutQmTzv6v5pQpKN%2FusV7nrTLLyZCTio%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: http://www.skyhawksfootball.ca/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">www.skyhawksfootball.ca</a></h3> <img src="/images/f612e8b7-e17e-4518-8aef-af8a1544bf55" alt="Football Tryouts" width="743" height="961" style="width:743px;height:961px;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" 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"><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NH44gOGjMxXi1Piyy6FPON9rrxt4Di6t/view?usp=sharing" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Maltby Workshops at a Glance Spring 2026</a></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yRPZXCp0TkwBRVPFyDApqBp84Gl35aSz/view?usp=sharing" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Maltby Mental Health Services Spring 2026</a></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dAk3ZHdgxfZm3QdtevLKfFzH7uwFlJO8/view?usp=sharing" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">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" 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">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" 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">https://specialtytrophies.ca/4g/SouthviewPSApparel/</a> <img src="/images/d953d6e6-3477-4d91-a70e-4d7e9970fb32" alt="School Council" width="469" height="216" style="width:469px;height:216px;display:inline-block"> 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">sviewsac@gmail.com</a> Our next meeting will take place on Thursday April 16 at 6:00 p.m. Please consider coming out and making your voice heard! <img src="/images/6b8671bd-7df8-4d15-bbbb-3ead38299e08" alt="Screenshot 2025 09 12 084941" width="517" height="667" style="width:517px;height:667px;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/58ae1d2f-6786-49ce-849d-62f64cc09c0e" alt="KFLA PH" width="539" height="910" style="width:539px;height:910px;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">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" 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">Mental Health and Wellness Resources for Families</a>

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What's Happening at Southview PS - Week 25, March 2026

<img src="/images/1ece4821-e131-41d2-8937-afa40dae9b3f" alt="Land acknowledgement" width="413" height="323" style="width:413px;height:323px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/751f6dda-376d-4dee-a743-20cabac4e2e7" alt="march break" width="601" height="398" style="width:601px;height:398px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Growing, Learning and Achieving Together</h2> Hello Lynx Families!We are only five instructional days from the beginning of the March Break but before that happens, we have a jam packed week ahead. Before we get into that, we would like to offer a huge thank you and congratulations to our French Language teaching team for the wonderful Carnaval celebration they ran on February 26th, 2026. This event takes an enormous amount of preparation, including teaching about Carnaval and French culture in the classrooms, writing grant proposals, purchasing food and prizes, organizing all of the events, advertising and generating excitement regarding the festival and preparing the gym on celebration day! Every student in the school got involved in the games and activities over the course of the day. A highlight of the entire event had to be watching our three Grade 8 and Grade 7/8 classes take charge and run the event for our younger people under the supervision of the French team. What an opportunity for our most senior students to work on developing their executive functioning skills and show terrific role modelling and leadership. Thank you to all and well done! On the 9th and 10th of March (and then again on March 23rd and 24th), our Grade 3 students are travelling to the Queen's University Pool to participate in the Livesaving Societies' survival training program called "Swim to Survive". The Society defines the minimum skills needed to survive an unexpected fall into deep water. These are expressed in a skill sequence in the Canadian Swim to Survive standard:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">ROLL into deep water</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">TREAD water for one minute</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">SWIM 50 metres</li></ul>These skills are the focus of the Swim to Survive program which is aimed primarily at Grade 3 children within the Limestone District School Board. We are very grateful for the funding available to run the Swim to Survive program free of charge for our students.On March 11th, Ms. Chapman and Ms. Brown will be taking their classes to the Gould Lake Conservation are for the Winter Program. Both classes will be spending the day outdoors, participating in many Winter activites which culminate in a Cook Out that includes the preparation of hotdogs and smores! The Running Club has started their Spring training schedule. The Running Club provides an opportunity for those students who are keen to get an early start in their preparation for the Road Race, and Track and Field Season. Our students are dedicating much of their break time to getting into top physical condition in order to compete in our Spring sport lineup. Thank you to our coaches and well done to our athletes. As mentioned in our previous newsletter, coaches are also spending their lunch offering skill and training sessions in the gym for our athletes hoping to join the Junior Basketball or one of the other many sports on offer in the next few months. Thank you to all of our coaches and athletes for their dedication to physical wellness and healthy competition! <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Special Event Happening this Week!</h3>You Are Invited: Community Event: An Evening with Monique Gray Smith, Author of Braiding Sweetgrass for Young Adults – March 12, 2026Students, families, staff, and community members are invited to a free in-person evening with author Monique Gray Smith. This special event will bring our community together to learn about care, reciprocity, connection to the land, and connection to one another.  Date: March 12, 2026 Time:   6:30 p.m. - Vendors and refreshments                6:45 p.m. - Doors open                7:00 p.m. - Speaker begins Location: Queen's University, Duncan McArthur Hall, 511 Union St., Kingston Light refreshments will be provided, and the first 50 attendees will receive a free copy of her book. <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2FLDSBMoniqueGraySmithEvent&data=05%7C02%7Criccij%40limestone.on.ca%7C6a725a6bee1b4eb9e4e008de70993a3f%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639072000612634182%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=nJVwvMUWWQxnSA6fqXEhMbffCwo6j%2F1aFJFNpJO41Xw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://bit.ly/LDSBMoniqueGraySmithEvent. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">Registration is required</a>. Please <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2FLDSBMoniqueGraySmithEvent&data=05%7C02%7Criccij%40limestone.on.ca%7C6a725a6bee1b4eb9e4e008de70993a3f%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639072000612687852%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=YliuclzLyk0eE%2FiqE%2BnDqwpXbE%2FBU3pYmshj5JrpubU%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://bit.ly/LDSBMoniqueGraySmithEvent. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">register online</a> in advance — we look forward to seeing you there! (Please see the info poster below)This event has been made possible with the support of the Limestone Learning Foundation, Queen’s University Faculty of Education, and the Limestone District School Board.<img src="/images/db1ebfd1-d7bd-445d-9a5f-27cd87d48d26" alt="PJ Day" width="237" height="190" style="width:237px;height:190px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">The school is hosting a PJ Spirit Day on Friday March 13th, 2026 to kick off the March Break! Please help your young people show their Southview PS Spirit by coming to school in their favorite comfy clothes or pyjamas! </h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;"> </h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">All of the staff at Southview PS, would like to take this opportunity to wish all of our students and their families a very happy and productive March Break. We hope that you have a wonderful week and can find some time to enjoy having your young people at home! Be safe, be healthy and see you back at Southview PS on Monday March 23rd, 2026! </h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: left;"> </h3>Please note the announcements in the sections below regarding the following topics/events/opportunities:<ol class="editor-list-ol"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">The new Hot Lunch Schedule is ready and contains the dates for the rest of the school year.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">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="3" class="editor-listitem">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="4" class="editor-listitem">Skyhawks Football Tryouts (U12 & U14) are happening beginning February 14, 2026. Please see ad below for more information and a link to the Skyhawks site!</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">The Public Health Department has provided guidance for prevention and care with respect to respiratory infections.</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem">The Maltby Centre has provided a wealth of information regarding their family and child support services, programs and workshops.</li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem">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">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>The weather is really up and down right now, so please ensure that your children come to school with attire that is suitable for the weather. Many of our students choose not to wear a coat at recess time despite temperatures that are well below freezing. Please have a chat with your children regarding your expectations and feel free to reach out to the school if you have concerns. Snowpants are highly recommended for students who want to play in the snow. It might even be a good idea to send extra mitts/gloves or socks as these are the items that tend to get wet and can become very uncomfortable during the recess breaks. Also, 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!<img src="/images/ee9891ee-87b5-48b0-8790-ffa4d09e3fac" 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><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">March 2026</h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">March 9 & 23 Swim to Survive (Grade 3 ONLY - Zweirs/Chapman/Gillam)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">March 10 & 24 Swim to Survive (Grade 3 ONLY - Brown/Collins)</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">March 10 YMCA Presentation for Grade 7/8 (Game-Bling)</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">March 16-20 March Break</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">March 23 I.E.P.s Distributed to relevant families</li></ul><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">April 2026</h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">April 3-6 Easter Break</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">April 17 Professional Activity Day (No Classes for Students)</li></ul><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">May 2026</h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">May 8 Careers Fair at TPCS for Grade 8</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/a271a856-0286-405e-9222-dced1ffd605a" alt="Hot Lunches February 2026 (a)" width="723" height="919" style="width:723px;height:919px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/d01cbb70-dda6-4dbf-9056-b15a4973e29b" alt="Hot Lunch Feb 2026 (b)" width="710" height="898" style="width:710px;height:898px;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" 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" alt="Kindergarten Registration" width="641" height="797" style="width:641px;height:797px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">School Mental Health Ontario</h2><img src="/images/a8e1e168-9aae-4447-8b26-07f289071377" 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;">You are invited... Braiding Sweetgrass</h2> <img src="/images/1d2aa308-33d1-4789-a2a9-452370a0ad63" alt="Braiding Sweetgrass" width="729" height="730" style="width:729px;height:730px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Healthy Eating - Public Health</h2> <img src="/images/f867f542-b9b6-4d0e-a8db-14668713685b" alt="Healthy Eating 2026" width="712" height="854" style="width:712px;height:854px;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" 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"><colgroup><col><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(217, 217, 217); width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">December - February </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(217, 217, 217); width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">March - June</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(217, 217, 217); width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">July - August</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">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&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. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">schedule available online</a>)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Grade 8 classroom visits</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Course selection        </li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Grade 8 visits to secondary schools</li></ul></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Transition meetings</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Grade 8 Day/Tours</li></ul></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Timetables sent to students</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">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">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"><colgroup><col><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Applications due</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Accepted students will be notified </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Students to confirm acceptances</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">January 23, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">February 13, 2026</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">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" style="text-align: start;">Plan and select courses</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Explore occupations and post-secondary options</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" 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;">Football Tryouts</h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Key Details for Families:</h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">·  Divisions: U12 (2014–2015) and U14 (2012–2013)</h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">·  Focus: Player safety, certified coaching, and skill development.</h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">·  Registration: Now open at <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skyhawksfootball.ca%2F&data=05%7C02%7Criccij%40limestone.on.ca%7C99d93e34d57a44957bad08de576dd064%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639044326354221920%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=IK84Y%2FAlnUIqutQmTzv6v5pQpKN%2FusV7nrTLLyZCTio%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: http://www.skyhawksfootball.ca/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">www.skyhawksfootball.ca</a></h3> <img src="/images/f612e8b7-e17e-4518-8aef-af8a1544bf55" alt="Football Tryouts" width="743" height="961" style="width:743px;height:961px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Walking Safety</h2><img src="/images/60ee4603-65cc-42d2-83b3-d4b4a927163d" alt="Walking Safety" width="643" height="836" style="width:643px;height:836px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Family Day - Have Fun, Stay Safe</h2> <img src="/images/ba196ea5-26f9-4ff3-a103-6b1af7aa10cb" alt="Family Day Safety" width="634" height="791" style="width:634px;height:791px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Vaccination Clinics</h2> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Public Health Info Graphics - Cold and Flu Season</h2><img src="/images/8324771e-e126-4ab6-a824-b04aa6572ae2" alt="Flu Public Health 1" width="662" height="862" style="width:662px;height:862px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/e98df3e5-4b48-4127-8c5b-6a9777402275" alt="Flu Public Health 2" width="675" height="861" style="width:675px;height:861px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/7d12894d-137e-4170-bfa1-ee99f7633b95" alt="Flu Public Health 3" width="670" height="871" style="width:670px;height:871px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/82db8e94-a105-4ffc-bdc1-7375d6526893" alt="Flu Public Health 4" width="676" height="1004" style="width:676px;height:1004px;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/9068bb81-f8d2-4f9e-9985-eb40a22260ec" alt="Maltby Centre" width="547" height="769" style="width:547px;height:769px;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"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Maltby Workshops at a Glance 2026</a></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><a href="/documents/371f3d7f-11ad-4500-9d42-ab9bb14cd7e8/Maltby-Mental-Health-Services-Winter-2026.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Maltby Mental Health Services Winter 2026</a></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><a href="/documents/90e92313-0578-4fd7-9fa7-4aba2475d038/Maltby-Family-Foundational-Services-Winter-2026.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Maltby Foundational Services Winter 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" 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">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" 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">https://specialtytrophies.ca/4g/SouthviewPSApparel/</a> <img src="/images/d953d6e6-3477-4d91-a70e-4d7e9970fb32" alt="School Council" width="469" height="216" style="width:469px;height:216px;display:inline-block"> 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">sviewsac@gmail.com</a> Our next meeting will take place on Thursday February 19 at 6:00 p.m. Please consider coming out and making your voice heard! <img src="/images/6b8671bd-7df8-4d15-bbbb-3ead38299e08" alt="Screenshot 2025 09 12 084941" width="517" height="667" style="width:517px;height:667px;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/58ae1d2f-6786-49ce-849d-62f64cc09c0e" alt="KFLA PH" width="539" height="910" style="width:539px;height:910px;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">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" 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">Mental Health and Wellness Resources for Families</a>

2026-03-07 23:13:11.497 +0000 UTC

What's Happening at Southview PS - Week 23, February 2026

<img src="/images/1ece4821-e131-41d2-8937-afa40dae9b3f" alt="Land acknowledgement" width="413" height="323" style="width:413px;height:323px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/2fb9566f-4a5d-4882-89b2-2827d5a144e8" alt="Carnaval" width="707" height="707" style="width:707px;height:707px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Growing, Learning and Achieving Together</h2> Hello Lynx Families!It has been a busy month that has gone by relatively uninterrupted by snow days (except for today) which has allowed our students and staff to expereince a great start to the second term. It is hard to believe that we are already halfway through this school year and that our students are engaged in activities that will take us into the Spring season and towards the end of the year. Recently, all students and their families received the Kindergarten Communication of Learning and First Term Report Cards for Grades 1-8 on February 13, 2026. Please review these reports carefully feel free to reach out to your child's teachers if you have any questions about progress. Just a reminder that Second Term I.E.P.s will be distributed to families on March 23rd, 2026.We are very excited to welcome Ms. Ashley Patterson to Southview PS as a new Educational Assistant. We are already seeing the impact in the short time that Ashley has been here! Way to go, Ashley! We are so happy you have joined our team!Our Southview PS Basketball Teams have been super busy, competing very successfully in exhibition games and a tournament across the LDSB. Our Senior Girls played a very competitive exhibition game against a team from Ernestown and came out on top while demonstrating some terrific skill. Our Senior boys have played a couple of exhibition games at Southview and Bath P.S. coming out on top in both games. They also competed in a tournament at North Addington Education Centre in which they won all of their games! The Senior Boys and Girls are very skilled and show great sportsmanship. Both the Boys and Girls teams have upcoming final tournaments. Congratulations to all athletes and coaches! Go Lynx!Our Coed Junior Floor Hockey Team went 3-0 win/loss in their tournament at Selby PS. The team played like true champions but lost their final match against the host team Selby PS. Congratulations to all athletes and coaches! Go Lynx! There are many more athletic activities that our students will have the opportunity to enjoy. Our Junior athletes will be soon getting started in thier own basketball season. Tryouts for Junior Basketball will begin shortly for a season that will take us into May. All interested athletes should attend to morning announcements for information about participation! Additional upcoming athletic activities at Southview include touch football, dodgeball, road racing Track and field and ultimate frisbee. There is lots on offer for the athletes at Southview PS.Our Grade 7/8 Skills Ontario competition team has been hard at work getting ready to compete at the Skills Ontario event in the Elementary Construction Scope. Best of luck to Mr. Gallupe and his team who have been preparing for this competitive experience for a couple of months!Southview's Grade 8 students are beginning to pick up speed in terms of preparing for the transition to Secondary School in the Fall of 2026. The NDSS Open House took place on Wednesday February 18th and was extremely well attended by students from Southview PS. This is an exciting time for our graduating class and our staff is working over time to ensure future success.Today, Director Burra sent a newsletter to all families that included our proposed 2026-2027 School Calendar. Please remember that this calendar is a proposal only and still needs to be approved by the Ministry of Education. Final approval of our school calendar for the coming school year will be communicated to families in the next while. Please have a look at the advertisement included below regarding the Free Webinar Series being hosted by School Mental Health Ontario over the months from March-June. These topics cover critical topics related to our children and youth! Register today! There are two very important days that are fast approaching in our calendar:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">"Pink Shirt Day" - On February 25, 2026, Southview PS will be hosting a Pink Shirt Day to acknowledge the importance of acknowledging our diversity and estblsihing a culture of acceptance and belonging. This "Pink Shirt Day" is being held to support the Boys and Girls Clubs across Canada. </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">"Carnaval" - On Thursday February 26, 2026, the French Department at Soutview PS will be holding a full day Carnaval event to celebrate French culture in Canada! We are all looking forward to this amazing annual celebration! Thank you to Mme. St. Laurent, Mme. Bullock, Mme. Coulter, Mme. Moore and Mr. Morrow for organizing such an amazing expereince for our students. </li></ul>Please note the announcements in the sections below regarding the following topics/events/opportunities:<ol class="editor-list-ol"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">The new Hot Lunch Schedule is ready and contains the dates for the rest of the school year.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">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="3" class="editor-listitem">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="4" class="editor-listitem">Skyhawks Football Tryouts (U12 & U14) are happening beginning February 14, 2026. Please see ad below for more information and a link to the Skyhawks site!</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">The Public Health Department has provided information regarding Vaccination Clinics opportunities.</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem">The Public Health Department has provided guidance for prevention and care with respect to respiratory infections.</li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem">The Maltby Centre has provided a wealth of information regarding their family and child support services, programs and workshops.</li><li value="8" class="editor-listitem">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">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>The weather is forecast to fluctuate a great deal over the next while, so please ensure that your children come to school with attire that is suitable for the weather. Many of our students choose not to wear a coat at recess time despite temperatures that are well below freezing. Please have a chat with your children regarding your expectations and feel free to reach out to the school if you have concerns. Snowpants are highly recommended for students who want to play in the snow. It might even be a good idea to send extra mitts/gloves or socks as these are the items that tend to get wet and can become very uncomfortable during the recess breaks. Also, 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" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Limestone DSB School Year Calendar</h2><img src="/images/ee9891ee-87b5-48b0-8790-ffa4d09e3fac" 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><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">February 2026</h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">February 25 Pink Shirt Day in Support of the Boys and Girls Clubs</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">February 26 Carnaval Event hosted by the French Department</li></ul><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">March 2026</h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">March 1 Grade 9 Course Selections Due for 2026-2027 (Will be completed on MyBlueprint after Open House)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">March 9 & 23 Swim to Survive (Grade 3 ONLY - Zweirs/Chapman/Gillam)</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">March 10 & 24 Swim to Survive (Grade 3 ONLY - Brown/Collins)</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">March 10 YMCA Presentation for Grade 7/8 (Game-Bling)</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">March 16-20 March Break</li></ul><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">April 2026</h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">April 3-6 Easter Break</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">April 17 Professional Activity Day (No Classes 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/a271a856-0286-405e-9222-dced1ffd605a" alt="Hot Lunches February 2026 (a)" width="723" height="919" style="width:723px;height:919px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/d01cbb70-dda6-4dbf-9056-b15a4973e29b" alt="Hot Lunch Feb 2026 (b)" width="710" height="898" style="width:710px;height:898px;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" 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" alt="Kindergarten Registration" width="641" height="797" style="width:641px;height:797px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">School Mental Health Ontario</h2><img src="/images/a8e1e168-9aae-4447-8b26-07f289071377" 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;">The Grade 8 Transition to Secondary School</h2> <img src="/images/1b316329-e9a1-4820-9c40-23da0321249c" 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"><colgroup><col><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(217, 217, 217); width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">December - February </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(217, 217, 217); width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">March - June</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(217, 217, 217); width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">July - August</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">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&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. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">schedule available online</a>)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Grade 8 classroom visits</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Course selection        </li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Grade 8 visits to secondary schools</li></ul></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Transition meetings</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Grade 8 Day/Tours</li></ul></td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Timetables sent to students</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">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">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"><colgroup><col><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Applications due</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Accepted students will be notified </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Students to confirm acceptances</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">January 23, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">February 13, 2026</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 233.333px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">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" style="text-align: start;">Plan and select courses</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Explore occupations and post-secondary options</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" 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;">Football Tryouts</h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Key Details for Families:</h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">·  Divisions: U12 (2014–2015) and U14 (2012–2013)</h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">·  Focus: Player safety, certified coaching, and skill development.</h3><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">·  Registration: Now open at <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skyhawksfootball.ca%2F&data=05%7C02%7Criccij%40limestone.on.ca%7C99d93e34d57a44957bad08de576dd064%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639044326354221920%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=IK84Y%2FAlnUIqutQmTzv6v5pQpKN%2FusV7nrTLLyZCTio%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: http://www.skyhawksfootball.ca/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">www.skyhawksfootball.ca</a></h3> <img src="/images/f612e8b7-e17e-4518-8aef-af8a1544bf55" alt="Football Tryouts" width="743" height="961" style="width:743px;height:961px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Walking Safety</h2><img src="/images/60ee4603-65cc-42d2-83b3-d4b4a927163d" alt="Walking Safety" width="643" height="836" style="width:643px;height:836px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Family Day - Have Fun, Stay Safe</h2> <img src="/images/ba196ea5-26f9-4ff3-a103-6b1af7aa10cb" alt="Family Day Safety" width="634" height="791" style="width:634px;height:791px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Vaccination Clinics</h2><img src="/images/3bd5087d-7f1d-4303-b7fc-1236f68ea70b" alt="Screenshot 2026 01 13 111021" width="647" height="861" style="width:647px;height:861px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Public Health Info Graphics - Cold and Flu Season</h2><img src="/images/8324771e-e126-4ab6-a824-b04aa6572ae2" alt="Flu Public Health 1" width="662" height="862" style="width:662px;height:862px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/e98df3e5-4b48-4127-8c5b-6a9777402275" alt="Flu Public Health 2" width="675" height="861" style="width:675px;height:861px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/7d12894d-137e-4170-bfa1-ee99f7633b95" alt="Flu Public Health 3" width="670" height="871" style="width:670px;height:871px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/82db8e94-a105-4ffc-bdc1-7375d6526893" alt="Flu Public Health 4" width="676" height="1004" style="width:676px;height:1004px;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/9068bb81-f8d2-4f9e-9985-eb40a22260ec" alt="Maltby Centre" width="547" height="769" style="width:547px;height:769px;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"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Maltby Workshops at a Glance 2026</a></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><a href="/documents/371f3d7f-11ad-4500-9d42-ab9bb14cd7e8/Maltby-Mental-Health-Services-Winter-2026.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Maltby Mental Health Services Winter 2026</a></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><a href="/documents/90e92313-0578-4fd7-9fa7-4aba2475d038/Maltby-Family-Foundational-Services-Winter-2026.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Maltby Foundational Services Winter 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" 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">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" 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">https://specialtytrophies.ca/4g/SouthviewPSApparel/</a> <img src="/images/d953d6e6-3477-4d91-a70e-4d7e9970fb32" alt="School Council" width="469" height="216" style="width:469px;height:216px;display:inline-block"> 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">sviewsac@gmail.com</a> Our next meeting will take place on Thursday February 19 at 6:00 p.m. Please consider coming out and making your voice heard! <img src="/images/6b8671bd-7df8-4d15-bbbb-3ead38299e08" alt="Screenshot 2025 09 12 084941" width="517" height="667" style="width:517px;height:667px;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/58ae1d2f-6786-49ce-849d-62f64cc09c0e" alt="KFLA PH" width="539" height="910" style="width:539px;height:910px;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">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" 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">Mental Health and Wellness Resources for Families</a>

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Message from the Director - March 5, 2026

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

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

Limestone District School Board Welcomes 2026–2027 Student Trustees

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

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

Message from the Director - February 20, 2026

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

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

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.