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<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">During the potential inclement weather months (roughly early November to early April), our transportation partner, Tri-Board Student Transportation Services (Tri-Board), works closely with their school bus companies to determine if it is safe to offer school transportation on inclement weather days. School buses function differently than other vehicles, and sometimes, although it is safe for the average family vehicle to travel, it is not safe for a school bus to be on the road. Due to the geographic size of our district, weather conditions can vary significantly from one region to another. As a result, there are times when transportation cancellations may only apply to specific areas experiencing adverse conditions, while other regions remain unaffected. Having to cancel school transportation is understandably disruptive to families, but Tri-Board always puts the safety of their 30,000-plus bus riders first and foremost in their decision-making.</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tips to help make the winter season and bus cancellation days easier for families to manage:</span></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Sign up for Bus Status Alerts through Tri-Board’s Student Portal</span></h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Families should sign up for bus status alerts by creating an account in </strong></b><a href="https://triboard.ca/student-portal/" class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tri-Board’s Student Portal</strong></b></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. Families can add their student to their account, so they are signed up to receive alerts for their specific bus and zone cancellations.</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">When all transportation is cancelled across the district, the notification is sent as a general notice from Tri-Board to everyone with an account. Tri-Board does their best to post this alert by 6:00 a.m.</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tri-Board will be communicating all bus delays and cancellations. </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The LDSB will not be communicating this information directly with families</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The best way to receive communication regarding bus cancellations or delays is through the </strong></b><a href="https://triboard.ca/student-portal/" class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Student Portal</strong></b></a><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</strong></b></li></ul><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Have a backup plan for cancellations</span></h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tri-Board understands that cancelling transportation is inconvenient for families.</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tri-Board recommends creating a backup plan for alternative travel or childcare when busing is not available. If a student is taken to school when buses are not running, it is the family’s responsibility to arrange for their travel home at the end of the day.</span></li></ul><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Timing and duration of cancellations</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tri-Board’s decision-making process occurs every morning and they do not normally decide to cancel transportation the night before. This is because conditions change, and Tri-Board wants to make the best decision closest to the time buses are actually on the road in the morning. To avoid students being taken to school by bus and then stranded without transportation home, Tri-Board cancels the transportation for whole day, even if inclement weather is only expected for part of the day. Sometimes weather is not as predicted and this is understandably very frustrating, but student safety is always the priority for Tri-Board.</span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School attendance</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The cancellation of school buses does not mean schools are closed. Should the need to close a school arise, that information will be communicated by the LDSB and the individual schools.</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">All parents/guardians are asked to report their student’s absence regardless of the reason, including during bus cancellations. Often, bused students find alternative ways to school, and we want to make sure we know the whereabouts of every student to ensure their safety and well-being. Knowing who is supposed to be at school will allow school office staff to make certain all students are accounted for. Students are asked to ensure they report to their first period class for attendance.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please use the </span><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Inclement weather (all transportation types and walkers)</em></i><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> option when reporting absences for your student for any inclement weather days when your student will not be attending school.</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Secondary Exam Schedule January 22 to January 28, 2026</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If buses are cancelled due to inclement weather at the school, exams scheduled on that day will be rescheduled to the next exam day. Subsequent exams in the exam schedule will also be rescheduled to the next exam day.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Schools will communicate with families directly through e-mail if the exam schedule is adjusted due to inclement weather and bus cancellations. Information about rescheduled exams will also be posted on school websites. It will be important for families to watch for communication in the event of inclement weather. </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students are expected to be present and available to write exams during the entire exam period, from January 22 to January 28, 2026.</strong></b></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Visit Tri-Board’s website for more information, including:</span></h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://triboard.ca/student-portal/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Sign up for their student portal</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> to view transportation details for specific students and subscribe to bus status alerts for delays and cancellations</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://triboard.ca/snowdays/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Prepare for winter-related bus delays and cancellations</span></a></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://triboard.ca/alerts/weather-zones/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Familiarize yourself with Tri-Board’s Weather Zone Map</span></a></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/1ae83177-dcaa-491c-b5d0-4d8f5b8a56f3?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" alt="2025 10 01 Sign up for Tri Board Student Portal" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>

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alt="Happy Thanksgiving Vector Art, Icons ..." width="580" height="580" style="width:580px;height:580px;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Growing, Learning, and Achieving Together</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Hello Lynx Families!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We have reached the Thanksgiving Day long weekend which feels like a benchmark moment in the school year. The first six weeks of 2025-2026 are complete, and we have accomplihed so much. It certainly feels as if everyone needs a break to catch their breath before engaging in the next phase of Term One. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Intermediate Baseball Teams</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> competed in an Interschool Tournament on Wednesday Octobr 8th and the results were impressive! The kids all had a great time. &nbsp;Many had played before, but also many took a risk and tried something new in a positive and supportive environment. </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">One of the boy's teams won the tournament, and the Golden Bat trophy</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. The best part of the day was the team voting Connor Smith the MVP of the tournament, even though he doesn't play ball outside of school. &nbsp;You could not get the smile off his face, and he has found something new he wants to pursue. A big "shout out" to Adam M., Matt G. and&nbsp;Matt B.&nbsp;for coaching and to all of the athletes who particpated with enthusiasm, team spirit and amazing sportsmanship! Best of luck to our </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Cross Country Team</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> and coaches who are representing Southview PS next week at the LESAA Race on October 14, 2025. Go Lynx!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">On Thursday October 16, 2025, Southview PS will be distributing </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Indvidual Education Plans</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> to many of our students' families for review and feedback. These are considered working documents that may be revised throughout October and sent back out to some families as finished documents. This will happen over the course of the next few weeks. We are looking for families to feedback on the plans developed for our students so that parent and guardian voices can be included! Please feel free to connect with your child's classroom teacher if you have any questions or suggstions regarding these important documents. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are making our way towards our fundraising goal of $4500 for the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Terry Fox Foundation </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">and have reached $2505 on our donation website which does not include some of the cash and cheque donations we have received. The whole school participated in the Terry Fox Walk/Run on Thursday October 9th, 2025. W</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">e are leaving the donation site available for one more week (until Friday October 17th, 2025).</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Please consider making a contribution by using the link provided in the Terry Fox section below. Thank you for your generosity and for supporting our effort to find a cure for cancer!</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Also a huge </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">t</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">hank you and "shout out" to the students and </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mme. St. Laurent</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> who organized the fundraiser, the run itself and the opening assembly. Well done to all!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our next </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School Advisory Council Meeting</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> will take place on </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday October 16th, 2025 beginning at 6 p.m.</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Please consider coming out to this session, which will be held in the school library, to take part in discussions regarding important upcoming events in your child's school. The SAC committee is planning to host a </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Halloween Dance</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> on the evening of </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday October 23rd, 2025</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. Please stay tuned for further details to come!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The week of October 14-17, 2025 will be a short week for students within the Limestone District School Board. The school is closed on Monday as it is the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thanksgiving Day holiday</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">! Enjoy! </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students will return to school on Tuesday October 14, 2025</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. We hope that your plans for the long weekend go smoothly and that it involves time spent with close friends and family!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We wish everyone a terrific long weekend and a wonderful week ahead!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">John Ricci, Jen Cole and the Southview Learning Team!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School Calendar</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone DSB School Year Calendar 2025-2026</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/ee9891ee-87b5-48b0-8790-ffa4d09e3fac?fingerprint=ppb20251217015205" alt="LDSB School Year Calendar" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">What's Ahead...</span></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">October 2025</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">14 LESAA Cross Country Tournament</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">16 I.E.P.s Distributed to Families for Review</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">23 Halloween Dance (Details to come)</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">27 Grade 7 Immunization Clinic</span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">November 2025</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">7 </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School Photos</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">13 Kindergarten Communication of Learning: Initial Observations and Elementary Progress Reports Distributed to Families</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">14 P.A. Day for Educators (no classes for students)</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">24-28 Student Census 2025</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Scholastic Book Fair</span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">December 2025</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">5 School Photo Re-takes and Absentee Make-Ups</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/decb3dd9-6e0a-4b2a-8c69-da581c3b43a8?fingerprint=ppb20251217015036" alt="Accessibility Plan" width="509" height="509" style="width:509px;height:509px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Help Shape Our Accessibility Plan</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Limestone District School Board is committed to fostering accessibility and inclusion for all. We are currently developing our next Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and invite feedback from students, staff, families, and community members.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Your input will help ensure our goals reflect the diverse needs and lived experiences across our school communities. Please visit </span><a href="https://bit.ly/LDSB2025-2029AccessibilityPlan" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">bit.ly/LDSB2025-2029AccessibilityPlan</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> to provide input. The survey is open until November 10, 2025</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/9ad7f110-7d78-41c0-83e5-b6fd63a9a65f?fingerprint=ppb20251217014435" alt="Basketball Advertisement" width="621" height="522" style="width:621px;height:522px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/c30f715c-c170-422f-9cb4-4370e5280b9f?fingerprint=ppb20251217014816" alt="Junior Hawks Basketball" width="507" height="510" style="width:507px;height:510px;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Register for January Tryouts</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/a47ab516-7871-43fd-9fe0-829271526421?fingerprint=ppb20251217014531" alt="Terry Fox Run" width="385" height="341" style="width:385px;height:341px;display:inline-block"></p><h4 class="editor-heading-h4" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">SOUTHVIEW PS Runs For Terry Fox</span></h4><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">October 9th, 2025</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Southview Public School was proud to take part in the 2025 Terry Fox School Run on Thursday October 9th, 2025!</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Since 2013, Southview has participated in 12 runs and raised a total of $44, 227.95. This is a proud history!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This year we have set a goal to raise $4500 to support cancer research. Instead of using Pledge Sheets, we ask our students to collect from family and friends. We would also like to encourage families to use the online donation site specifically set up for Southview Public School. The site can be found at the following link:</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://schools.terryfox.ca/107849" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Southview Public School</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Alternatively, students can collect donations and bring cash or cheques to the main office. Please make cheques payable to the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Terry Fox Foundation</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">So far we have collected $2505 on our donation website which does not include cash and cheque donations that have come into the school. Before we dtermine which classes have brought in the most funds (and which class will feature in our staff vs students dodgeball game) we are leaving the donation site ope for one more week (October 17th, 2025). Please consider making a donation to the Terry Fox Foundation on behalf of SOuthview Public School and help us to reach out goal!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you in advance for your support of Southview Public School and its efforts to support cancer research!</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Reporting Absences</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">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.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">You can find more information by clicking on the following link: </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/report-a-student-absence" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Reporting Absences</span></a></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Southview Swag</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><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"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">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!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you want to start the year showing off your school colours, checkout what's available at:</span><a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/4g/SouthviewPSApparel/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://specialtytrophies.ca/4g/SouthviewPSApparel/</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><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"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We expereinced a wonderful turnout for our first School Advisory Committe Meeting which took place on Thursday September 25th, 2025 after the OPEN HOUSE event. Thank you to everyone who came to this important session!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our school Advisory Committe for the 2025-2026 school year is as follows:</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Chairperson</strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Amanda Morrison</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Vice Chairperson Jayme Shelley</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Treasurer Rob Wengel</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Secretary Krista Smith</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Public Relations Coodinator Sherri Burrows</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Fundraising Coodinator Tarra Ceballos</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Volunteer Coodinator Nicole Bos</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Junior Grade Representative Jen O'Neill</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Intermediate Grade Representative Stephanie Cropper</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Member At Large Carmen Bichsel</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Member At Large Melissa Meisner</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Congratulations to all of our new Council members!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you have any questions, contributions or suggestions for our School Advisory Committe, they can be contacted at the following email address:</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><a href="mailto:sviewsac@gmail.com" title="mailto:sviewsac@gmail.com" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">sviewsac@gmail.com</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our next meeting will take place on October 16th at 6:00 p.m. Please consider coming out and making your voice heard!</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/6b8671bd-7df8-4d15-bbbb-3ead38299e08?fingerprint=ppb20251217014016" alt="Screenshot 2025 09 12 084941" width="425" height="548" style="width:425px;height:548px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/58ae1d2f-6786-49ce-849d-62f64cc09c0e?fingerprint=ppb20251217013816" alt="KFLA PH" width="471" height="795" style="width:471px;height:795px;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">KFL&amp;A Public Health</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The </span><a href="https://www.kflaph.ca/en/health-topics/parenting-programs-and-services.aspx" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">KLF&amp;A Public Health website</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> 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&amp;A.</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School Mental Health Ontario</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><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"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Check out some of the </span><a href="https://smho-smso.ca/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mental Health and Wellness Resources for Families</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dear Grades 7-12 Families,&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">You are invited to attend the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone District School Board’s (LDSB) Pathways to Possibility: LDSB Entrepreneur Information Night</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> on October 15, 2025, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Fractal Workspace (632 Fortune Crescent) in-person or online!&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Join us to learn more about this year’s </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LDSB Young Entrepreneurs in Action Program</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, connect with entrepreneurial program alumni, and discover how students can bring their business and social enterprise ideas to life this year. Whether you are simply curious or ready to dive in, this event is the perfect place to start!&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please register at the following link: </strong></b><a href="https://bit.ly/LDSBEntrepreneurInfoNight" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://bit.ly/LDSBEntrepreneurInfoNight</strong></b></a><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">To learn more about past student successes, please visit:&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.kingstonist.com/news/local-young-entrepreneurs-finding-pathways-to-success/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Kingstonist: Local young entrepreneurs finding pathways to success</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/news/ldsb-entrepreneurship-showcase-april-16-2025-20250415171225" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LDSB Entrepreneurship Showcase – April 16, 2025</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span></p><iframe data-lexical-video-id="j5SCxJmW9xk" width="640" height="480" src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/j5SCxJmW9xk" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="true" title="Youtube video"></iframe><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We look forward to seeing you there!</span></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Limestone District School Board is committed to fostering accessibility and inclusion for all. We are currently developing our next Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and invite feedback from students, staff, families, and community members.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Your input will help ensure our goals reflect the diverse needs and lived experiences across our school communities. Please visit</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><a href="https://bit.ly/LDSB2025-2029AccessibilityPlan" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">bit.ly/LDSB2025-2029AccessibilityPlan</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> to provide input. The survey is open until November 10, 2025</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/2c2c3bdb-c4c7-4e22-bf50-c8d92904a1cb?fingerprint=ppb20251217013419" alt="2025 10 06 Help Shape Our Accessibility Plan" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Boardroom Briefs is intended to provide highlights of presentations, reports and decisions made at the regular meeting of the Limestone District School Board of Trustees. The following are highlights of the September 17, 2025 Regular Board Meeting. Agendas can be found on the website under </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/board_meetings-1719463739654" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Board Meetings</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Land Acknowledgement </span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">All meetings begin with a Land Acknowledgement: </span><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">"The Limestone District School Board is situated on the traditional territories of the Anishinaabek and Haudenosaunee. We acknowledge their enduring presence on this land, as well as the presence of Métis, Inuit, and other First Nations from across Turtle Island. We honour their cultures and celebrate their commitment to this land.”&nbsp;</em></i></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Presentation</span></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Facility Services Update: Summer Projects - D. Fowler, Manager of Facility Services, and C. Downie, Assistant Manager of Facility Services</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Facility Services team provided an overview of the capital work that took place at schools throughout the summer. There was a total of 221 projects. Work included floor clean-up; annual testing, inspections, and reporting on fire alarm systems, heating and cooling, etc.; line painting; fencing; door replacements; millwork; access and security; windows, roofing, and cladding; masonry; mechanical services; elevator installation; a new playground at The Prince Charles School; and so much more.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/74abffdb-00e2-4575-ac9c-83d18d1d8b44?fingerprint=ppb20251217014056" alt="New playground at The Prince Charles School" width="497" height="372" style="width:497px;height:372px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The new playground at The Prince Charles School</em></i><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Private Session Report</span></h2><details open="false"><summary><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Private Session Report - September 17, 2025</span></p></summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustee Lloyd: During private session at the Audit Meeting on September 15, 2025:</strong></b><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Superintendent Young and Associate Superintendent Hedderson provided property of the board updates.</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">There was no other business conducted, or motions passed in Private Session.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Earlier this evening during Private Session:</strong></b><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The private session minutes were approved from the following: August 20, 2025, Regular Board Meeting</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustees discussed a Personnel Update and Legal Update</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">There was no other business conducted, or motions passed in Private Session.</span></p></div></details><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Reports from Officers</span></h2><details open="false"><summary><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Chair's Report</span></p></summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/3b73f535-6db0-57a4-bb4f-a5bb6232f53e?fingerprint=ppb20251217013553" alt="" width="268" height="347" style="width:268px;height:347px;display:inline-block;float:right"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Chair McGregor provided the following report: </span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">"As we move into the third week of the school year, it has been truly heartening to see our schools come to life once again. Classrooms are buzzing with learning, hallways echo with laughter and conversation, and extracurricular activities are beginning to take shape—bringing students and staff together in meaningful and joyful ways. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">There is something special about this time of year. The early days of September are filled with renewed energy, fresh routines, and the excitement of new beginnings.</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Across Limestone, we are already seeing the positive impact of strong relationships, thoughtful planning, and a shared commitment to student well-being and success.&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are grateful to our staff for the care and dedication they bring to their work each day, and to families for their continued partnership and support. Together, we are creating welcoming, inclusive environments where every student can thrive—both in and beyond the classroom.&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">On behalf of the Board, thank you for all you do to make our schools vibrant, supportive places to learn and grow. We look forward to the many opportunities this year will bring.&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This concludes my report."&nbsp;</span></p></div></details><details open="false"><summary><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Director's Report</span></p></summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/959f9ebc-0553-5f56-afed-83ccf39d2906?fingerprint=ppb20251217014409" alt="" width="316" height="316" style="width:316px;height:316px;float:left;display:inline-block"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Director Burra provided the following report:</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">"Good evening, Trustees and the viewing public. Overall, and all things considered, I am very pleased to report that Limestone has had a positive start to the 2025-2026 school year. While there is always room for improvement, it is amazing to see everything come together with over 20,500 students and almost 3,000 staff starting the school year in all Limestone sites and the virtual school. </span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Preliminary enrolment numbers are close to projections for both elementary and secondary students. Today was Day 11 of the 2025-2026 school year for students, and it has been wonderful to have students back in schools and to see various activities like sports, clubs, field trips, and great learning already underway helping to support the overall Limestone student experience. </span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We must all recognize and have gratitude for the time and efforts of staff and community members to make all of these extracurricular activities a reality for students. Fall sports, clubs, and activities have started across the district, parent councils are kicking off their school years, and students are involved in a range of activities like the several hundred LDSB students that attended the Fall Fair last week in Kingston or the range of Terry Fox fundraising activities that will come in the next couple of weeks. I have already started my visits to schools, and I greatly look forward to seeing, hearing, and feeling the energy and excitement of learning and fun in Limestone schools.&nbsp;</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As we start this school year it is important that we all are conscious of our legal responsibilities under the Ontario Human Rights Code. As a school board, we cannot accept any hate in schools, we must be conscious of the feelings of alienation and lack of faith in public institutions that exists for some people in the communities we serve.&nbsp; Like in so many other areas in education and society at large, as members of the community, we must continue to emphasize the importance of respecting differences in perspective and being open to dialogue to the maximum extent possible. We must be united in respecting differences given all people share many more similarities than differences. Respect and civility need to be at the forefront. And we must continue to be unequivocally clear that Limestone stands in support of all protected grounds of the Ontario Human Rights Code. The Ontario Human Rights Code is not a checklist where some grounds outweigh others. We need to stand with all students, staff, and families, in protecting all grounds under the Code. It is important to remember that the Code is the law in Ontario, and we have a moral and legal obligation to ensure that it is upheld. Furthermore, our own data based on human rights complaints reinforces our continuing need to be committed to upholding the Code. Additionally, we will be administering Limestone’s second student census later this year which will provide further insight regarding students in the district, and needs in the system. </span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustees may have noticed the Orange 'Survivors’ Flag' flying on the second flagpole at the Education Centre. Schools with a second flagpole are doing the same, and in schools without a second flagpole, the Orange flag is prominently on display in the school. Looking ahead to next two weeks, a wide range of activities will be taking place in schools and the community to honour Orange Shirt Day, and the fifth annual National Day of Truth and Reconciliation on Tuesday, September 30. This is a critical date to recognize the harm and trauma of the Residential Schools system, to honour the survivors and their families, and continue our collective learning and journey of reconciliation. Schools continue to have a critical role in supporting this journey and ensuring the truth is known about Residential Schools and their legacy in Canada.</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In the next couple of weeks, we will be kicking off the annual United Way of KFL&amp;A campaign in Limestone. I invite all Trustees to join this effort. As you will hear, Limestone’s Student Trustees and their peers on the Interschool Council will also be engaging in raising funds this year to support the United Way.&nbsp;No amount is too little, and every dollar matters in supporting some of the most vulnerable children, youth, and families in the communities we serve.</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">I would also like to bring to Trustees’ attention to the professional learning focus we continue to pursue in Limestone for the 2025-2026 school year. We must continue to hone our craft to best serve students. While this work will not be completed this year, I think it is critical to highlight its importance in ensuring schools are making a difference for all students today, and into their futures. We need all Limestone students to find purpose in school, to find value in school, and to find hope in school. We know this is not the case for all students. While we do have to track, monitor, and report on the 11 indicators in the provincial Student Achievement Plan, we must continue to centre those students who are currently underserved, and not currently finding success. </span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As a result, our system focus this year for professional learning, continues to centre our attention on students, and continuing the work we started three years ago focused on three inquiry questions: First, for whom is the current education system not working and why? Second, how do I/we know? And third, what can I/we try to do differently to make a difference? It is only through improving outcomes at the individual student level that we will see macro-level improvement on the province’s three core priorities and Student Achievement Plan, and the Limestone Strategic Plan. I should note that 2024-2025 EQAO results should become public in the next couple of weeks. As educators and as a system, we have a critical responsibility in supporting children and youth in the communities we serve. Our overall purpose is well placed by emphasizing our intention to make a positive difference in the lives of every student, in every classroom, in every school; and to make sure everyone sees themselves in Limestone.</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">All educators want to make a difference in the lives and destinies of children and youth. Our continued journey of inquiry and our united, stated intention will focus our collective efforts. I look forward to more discussion and updates regarding our progress in the coming days, weeks, months, and years. </span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you, Chair McGregor. That concludes my report." </span></p></div></details><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Reports</span></h2><details open="false"><summary><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">OPSBA Report</span></p></summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Chair McGregor provided an OPSBA report.</span></p></div></details><details open="false"><summary><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Student Trustees' Report</span></p></summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Student Trustee Comeau provided the Student Trustees' Report:</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">"Representatives from all schools came to the first meeting. Student Trustees introduced themselves and discussed the purpose of the Interschool Council (ISC). Then the council focused on goals for the upcoming school year and steps to put those goals into action. Across all goals there was a focus on improving student involvement in schools.</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mr. Burra and a United Way presenter then joined the meeting to introduce United Way and discuss raising money for it in schools. ISC members then worked together to come up with ideas to implement funding for United Way so that they can be successful in their individual schools.&nbsp;</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Finally, the description and applications for the Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee student positions were sent out in the meeting minutes via e-mail."&nbsp;</span></p></div></details><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Reports for Action</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">There were no Reports for Action.</span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Reports for Information</span></h3><details open="true"><summary><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Virtual School Update - Associate Superintendent Sartor</span></p></summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The purpose of this report is to provide Trustees with an update on Virtual School, and goals for the 2025/2026 school year. </span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As of September 10, 2025, a total of 103 students were enrolled in elementary virtual school: 55 LDSB students and 48 Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board (KPRDSB) students. This is an increase over the 2024-2025 school year in which 86 students were registered in virtual school.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The school organization currently is comprised of 5 classes which includes: </span></p><table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr dir="ltr"><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" dir="ltr" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Class</span></p></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" dir="ltr" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"># Students</span></p></th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" dir="ltr" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">JK-Grade 2</span></p></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">16</span></p></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" dir="ltr" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 3-4</span></p></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">19</span></p></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" dir="ltr" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 4-6</span></p></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">21</span></p></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" dir="ltr" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 6-7</span></p></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">22</span></p></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" dir="ltr" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245);"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 7-8</span></p></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">25</span></p></td></tr></tbody></table><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">To date, LDSB has registered 28 students from other districts which include Durham DSB, Renfrew County DSB, Trillium Lakelands DSB, Chippewas of Rama First Nation/Simcoe Muskoka Catholic DSB, Waterloo Catholic DSB, Greater Essex County DSB and Simcoe DSB.</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Next steps include:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Staff professional learning focused on building strong math and language programs that close gaps for those students in risk using short cycles of learning and ongoing progress monitoring. </span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Learning will include: </span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">o implementing Knowledgehook (an online Math program) with students and offering family information sessions </span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">o using math diagnostic data to identify and provide targeted fluency activities as part of the daily math program. </span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">o participating in short math cycles to improve math pedagogy </span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">o using early reading screeners and diagnostic data to identify literacy learning gaps and then provide targeted instruction </span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Implementing a targeted approach to address students with higher academic needs. This support is accomplished through Student Support Teacher (SST) meetings, small group instruction with classroom teachers and the support of St. Lawrence College (SLC) placement students </span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Building a positive attendance plan by building relationships with students and families </span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Reinforcing the importance of daily attendance in the online learning platform through regular communication with students and families</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">For more information, please view the </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/a78fcc81-6237-4919-9439-33ea4be4e29a/LDSB-Regular-Board-Meeting-Agenda-September-17-2025.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217014545" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Board Meeting Agenda</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></li></ul></div></details><details open="true"><summary><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Summer Programming - Program Leadership Team</span></p></summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The purpose of this report is to provide Trustees with an update on summer programming that was offered to Limestone DSB students and staff during July and August 2025. The LDSB continues to offer a wide variety of summer programming options for K12 students.</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Program Leadership Team provided updates on the following programs:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Summer Literacy Program (Read-A-Lot)</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Focus on Youth Program - YMCA of Eastern Ontario</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Summer Credit Programs (Secondary)</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Back to School Transitions</span></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Literacy Camp Support</span></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Adolescent Care Worker for Summer School and Read-A-Lot Summer Literacy Program</span></li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Learning Program Support for Summer School</span></li><li value="8" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Sundance Youth Facility</span></li><li value="9" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Social Work Support</span></li><li value="10" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Psychiatry Pilot</span></li><li value="11" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Intensive Skills Y-Training</span></li><li value="12" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Behaviour Management Systems Training</span></li><li value="13" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Violence Threat Risk Assessment Level 1 Training</span></li><li value="14" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">MH Lit - Mental Health in Action</span></li><li value="15" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Gould Lake Outdoor Education</span></li><li value="16" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Nature Camp for Students in Grades 1 to 4</span></li><li value="17" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Outdoor Escape for Students in Grades 5 to 6</span></li><li value="18" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Quest for Students in Grades 7 to 8</span></li><li value="19" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Girls Adventure Program for Students in Grades 7 to 8</span></li><li value="20" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Outreach for Students in Grades 9 to 10</span></li><li value="21" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Outdoor Pursuits for Students in Grades 10 to 11</span></li><li value="22" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Outdoor Skills for Students in Grades 10 to 11</span></li><li value="23" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wilderness Instructor Course for Students in Grades 11 to 12</span></li><li value="24" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Kayak Instructor Course for Students in Grades 11 to 12</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">For more information, please view the </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/a78fcc81-6237-4919-9439-33ea4be4e29a/LDSB-Regular-Board-Meeting-Agenda-September-17-2025.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217014545" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Board Meeting Agenda</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/4cc033ae-9dd1-46f5-b0b3-1c36dff64904?fingerprint=ppb20251217013727" alt="A group of students preparing canoes next to water" width="573" height="322" style="width:573px;height:322px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p></div></details><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Notices of Motion</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Motion brought forward by Trustee Lloyd: “With the support of Trustees, the Chair of the Board write a letter indicating that the Board of Limestone DSB Trustees affirm the critical role of Trustees as democratically elected and accountable public officials, and calls on the Minister of Education and the provincial government to abandon any potential proposal to systematically remove Trustees or abolish elected district School Boards. Additionally, that this letter be communicated to the Minister of Education, Ministry of Education, all Ontario School Boards, Trustee associations, Student Trustee associations and local MPPs.” </span></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><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"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Growing, Learning, and Achieving Together</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Hello Lynx Families!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are now into the month of October and the fall season is in full swing. We are enjoying the weather during this first week of October and the weekend promises to be better yet. Over the period from October 6-9, the weather will change quickly and become much cooler in the second half of the week. As the weather fluctuates, we are also seeing an uptick in the number of students who are experiencing colds and low energy. Please ensure that your children are coming to school with apparel that is approrpriate for the weather. Layered clothing is best, but these extra layers are often removed during recess, and we are noticing that our Lost and Found box is overflowing. It is very helpful when clothes are labelled with children's first and last names so that we can return lost items to their owners! If your children are missing items, please feel free to locate our Lost and Found anytime you visit the school.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Our Soccer Teams competed extremely well this week with all athletes representing Southview PS with pride and showing a tremendous amount of sportmanship and team spirit. The boys team won all three of their games and were victorious in the second game after enduring a close shootout! Our girls team won one of their games and lost 2 others is well fought matches! Well done to all athletes and coaches. Our </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Intermediate Baseball </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">team is in action this coming Wednesday October 8th, 2025. These athletes have been training hard, and we are excited for the opportunity to show off their skills next week! Good luck to all athletes and coaches!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are making our way towards our fundraising goal of $4500 for the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Terry Fox Foundation </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">and have reached $1345 on our donation website. The whole school will be participating in the Terry Fox Walk/Run this coming Thursday October 9th, 2025. </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please consider making a contribution by using the link provided in the Terry Fox section below. Thank you for your generosity and for supporting our effort to find a cure for cancer!</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">October 6-9 will be a short week within the LDSB community as we head into the Thankgiving Day long weekend. There will be no classes for students on Friday October 10th as the Southview Educator Team will be involved in a </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Professional Learning Day</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> focussed on the Student Achievement Plan with an emphsis on how to close learning gaps and enhance ahievement in our students. We are looking forward to a very productive day with an incredibly motivated team!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A quick follow up announcement about our </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">schoolyard</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. The Red and Blue play structure in the northeast corner of the campus has been removed and two other structures were fine tuned to increase their longevity. One of the many discussions that the School Advisory Committee will be engaged in is how we will plan to develop this area. We will provide more information about this project over the course of the school year.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Sunday October 5th, 2025 is "</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">World Teacher's Day</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">"! The Educator team at Southview PS is in a class of its own. Thank you to all staff for the committment and dedication you show towards the students and families at Southview PS!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We wish everyone a terrific weekend and a wonderful week ahead!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">John Ricci, Jen Cole and the Southview Learning Team!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School Calendar</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone DSB School Year Calendar 2025-2026</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/ee9891ee-87b5-48b0-8790-ffa4d09e3fac?fingerprint=ppb20251217015205" alt="LDSB School Year Calendar" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">What's Ahead...</span></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">October 2025</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">8 Intermediate Baseball Tournament</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">9 Terry Fox Fundraiser</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">10 </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">P.A. Day (no classes for students)</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">13 </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thanksgiving Day</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">16 I.E.P.s Distributed to Families for Review</span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">November 2025</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">7 </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School Photos</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">13 Kindergarten Communication of Learning: Initial Observations and Elementary Progress Reports Distributed to Families</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">14 P.A. Day for Educators (no classes for students)</span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">December 2025</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">5 School Photo Re-takes and Absentee Make-Ups</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img 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alt="When is Thanksgiving 2025: History of ..." width="624" height="406" style="width:624px;height:406px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">October 6-9 2025 will be a short week for students within the Limestone District School Board. On October 10th, the Southview Educator Team will be involved in a</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Professional Learning Day. There will be no classes for students on Friday Ocotober 10th, 2025.</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Monday is the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thanksgiving Day holiday</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">! Enjoy! </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students will return to school on Tuesday October 14, 2025. We hope that your plans for the long weekend go smoothly and that it involves time spent with close friends and family!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/a47ab516-7871-43fd-9fe0-829271526421?fingerprint=ppb20251217014531" alt="Terry Fox Run" width="385" height="341" style="width:385px;height:341px;display:inline-block"></p><h4 class="editor-heading-h4" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">SOUTHVIEW PS Runs For Terry Fox</span></h4><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">October 9th, 2025</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Southview Public School is proud to take part in the 2025 Terry Fox School Run!</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Since 2013, Southview has participated in 12 runs and raised a total of $44, 227.95. This is a proud history!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This year we have set a goal to raise $4500 prior to run day to support cancer research. Instead of using Pledge Sheets, we ask our students to collect from family and friends. We would also like to encourage families to use the online donation site specifically set up for Southview Public School. The site can be found at the following link:</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://schools.terryfox.ca/107849" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Southview Public School</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Alternatively, students can collect donations and bring cash or cheques to the main office. Please make cheques payable to the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Terry Fox Foundation</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you in advance for your support of Southview Public School and its efforts to support cancer research!</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Reporting Absences</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">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.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">You can find more information by clicking on the following link: </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/report-a-student-absence" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Reporting Absences</span></a></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Southview Swag</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><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"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">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!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you want to start the year showing off your school colours, checkout what's available at:</span><a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/4g/SouthviewPSApparel/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://specialtytrophies.ca/4g/SouthviewPSApparel/</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><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"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We expereinced a wonderful turnout for our first School Advisory Committe Meeting which took place on Thursday September 25th, 2025 after the OPEN HOUSE event. Thank you to everyone who came to this important session!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our school Advisory Committe for the 2025-2026 school year is as follows:</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Chairperson</strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Amanda Morrison</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Vice Chairperson Jayme Shelley</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Treasurer Rob Wengel</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Secretary Krista Smith</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Public Relations Coodinator Sherri Burrows</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Fundraising Coodinator Tarra Ceballos</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Volunteer Coodinator Nicole Bos</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Junior Grade Representative Jen O'Neill</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Intermediate Grade Representative Stephanie Cropper</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Member At Large Carmen Bichsel</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Member At Large Melissa Meisner</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Congratulations to all of our new Council members!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you have any questions, contributions or suggestions for our School Advisory Committe, they can be contacted at the following email address:</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><a href="mailto:sviewsac@gmail.com" title="mailto:sviewsac@gmail.com" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">sviewsac@gmail.com</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our next meeting will take place on October 16th at 6:00 p.m. Please consider coming out and making your voice heard!</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/6b8671bd-7df8-4d15-bbbb-3ead38299e08?fingerprint=ppb20251217014016" alt="Screenshot 2025 09 12 084941" width="425" height="548" style="width:425px;height:548px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/58ae1d2f-6786-49ce-849d-62f64cc09c0e?fingerprint=ppb20251217013816" alt="KFLA PH" width="471" height="795" style="width:471px;height:795px;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">KFL&amp;A Public Health</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The </span><a href="https://www.kflaph.ca/en/health-topics/parenting-programs-and-services.aspx" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">KLF&amp;A Public Health website</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> 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&amp;A.</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School Mental Health Ontario</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><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"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Check out some of the </span><a href="https://smho-smso.ca/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mental Health and Wellness Resources for Families</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/campaigns/national-day-truth-reconciliation.html&amp;data=05%7c02%7cgrangea%40limestone.on.ca%7c87ce6a439c57468efa6808ddff5a75bd%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c638947486305511600%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&amp;sdata=DIS/a3j7GXvfLU7XuNmOfbfr7jBc1v0hrJHWCPn7JCc%3D&amp;reserved=0" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">National Day for Truth and Reconciliation</span></u></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;and </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://orangeshirtday.org/&amp;data=05%7c02%7cgrangea%40limestone.on.ca%7c87ce6a439c57468efa6808ddff5a75bd%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c638947486305538772%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&amp;sdata=zM/pcw3PwSVsqhpvx3UIpu%2B5mDKSfePkXStX8saJIJc%3D&amp;reserved=0" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Orange Shirt Day</span></u></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> are held annually on September 30.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This day invites us to engage intentionally in learning about the Residential School System, and the true history of relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in Canada. It is a time to mourn the children who never returned home, and to honour the Survivors, their families, and their communities. &nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This day is part of a broader conversation about colonization and systemic inequities. As we learn, it is essential to recognize and uplift Indigenous resilience and resistance, which continue to shape and strengthen communities across the country.&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">On September 30, all LDSB schools, education centres, and sites&nbsp;will lower&nbsp;all school flags to half-mast, in observance of this day.&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The LDSB Indigenous Education team has put in significant work for supporting a wide range of learning across the system, including the&nbsp;recent&nbsp;launch of&nbsp;Limestone's access&nbsp;to&nbsp;On-Core.&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">On-Core is an online learning platform that provides teachers with high-quality, curriculum-aligned resources. This site will help ensure that all staff have access to meaningful tools that support culturally responsive and inclusive teaching.&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In addition, LDSB Indigenous student-designed shirts were being sold&nbsp;this&nbsp;past&nbsp;weekend at the </span><a href="https://www.kncln.ca/news/orange-shirt-day-2025" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Kingston&nbsp;Native Centre and Language Nest</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">,&nbsp;located&nbsp;at 218 Concession Street,&nbsp;during&nbsp;their&nbsp;Maawnjiding&nbsp;Market.&nbsp;Shirts will also be available today at Confederation Park 1:00-5:30&nbsp;p.m.&nbsp;for Kingston National&nbsp;Day for&nbsp;Truth and Reconciliation.&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In addition to wearing an orange shirt&nbsp;on September 30,&nbsp;you can:&nbsp;</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Review the&nbsp;Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada:&nbsp;</span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://ehprnh2mwo3.exactdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Calls_to_Action_English2.pdf&amp;data=05%7c02%7cgrangea%40limestone.on.ca%7c87ce6a439c57468efa6808ddff5a75bd%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c638947486305562068%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&amp;sdata=5/cv5t9jAJ%2Bt%2BhF00F%2BOrJqCgEMa1oXpxhj15UUH/KI%3D&amp;reserved=0" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">94 Calls to Action.</span></u></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Read books that share authentic Indigenous voices and experiences.&nbsp;</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Volunteer with Indigenous-led organizations that support community healing and empowerment.&nbsp;</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Support Indigenous artists by&nbsp;purchasing&nbsp;their work and sharing their stories.&nbsp;</span></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Watch Indigenous films and documentaries to deepen your understanding through storytelling.&nbsp;</span></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Attend public Indigenous events in the community to listen, learn, and build respectful relationships.&nbsp;A list of events can be found on the&nbsp;</span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.queensu.ca/indigenous/truth-and-reconciliation/2025-events-and-initiatives&amp;data=05%7c02%7cgrangea%40limestone.on.ca%7c87ce6a439c57468efa6808ddff5a75bd%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c638947486305572555%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&amp;sdata=r9mKZzUysW89JAS7XaTFx2gviOCdwWr017jgbRwk0zM%3D&amp;reserved=0" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Queen's University Office of Indigenous Initiatives</span></u></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;web page.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We understand that some students, staff, and families may wish to have&nbsp;additional&nbsp;support throughout this week. If you&nbsp;require&nbsp;immediate&nbsp;assistance, you can call the support lines shared below:&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The National Indian Residential School Crisis Line provides 24-hour crisis support to&nbsp;former Indian Residential School students and their families toll-free at&nbsp;1-866-925-4419.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Individuals&nbsp;impacted&nbsp;by the&nbsp;issue of&nbsp;Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women&nbsp;and&nbsp;Girls&nbsp;are encouraged to contact the MMIWG Crisis Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">First Nations,&nbsp;Inuit&nbsp;and Métis seeking immediate emotional support can contact the Hope for Wellness Help Line toll-free at 1-855-242-3310, or by online chat at </span><a href="https://www.hopeforwellness.ca" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">hopeforwellness.ca</span></u></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">For more information about Indigenous Education with Limestone, please visit the&nbsp;</span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.limestone.on.ca/indigenous-education&amp;data=05%7c02%7cgrangea%40limestone.on.ca%7c87ce6a439c57468efa6808ddff5a75bd%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c638947486305582894%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&amp;sdata=RAkrwy0A7pchgVAfGCoS3FCiPZBWzay4IzmDWiSfw7Q%3D&amp;reserved=0" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Indigenous Education page</span></u></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><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"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Growing, Learning, and Achieving Together</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Hello Lynx Families!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wow! It has been a busy time here at Southview PS. over the last full week of September! It is hard to believe that we be into the first few days of October by the end of next week! </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Last night, educators at Southview PS hosted an </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">OPEN HOUSE</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> to welcome all families to the new school year. It was wonderful to wander the halls and watch our students excitedly share their classrooms and work with parents, guardians, siblings, family and friends. The feedback from students and adults was overwhelmingly positive and the buzz from last night continued on into Friday. Thank you to everyone who attended this very special evening!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School Advisory Committee</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(SAC)</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> met last night for the first time this school year, and we had a terrific turnout to participate in the Council elections and begin planning for the coming year. The parent representatives on the 2025-2026 Council are listed below (School Council Section), and we would like to thank everyone for their voluntary contirbutions to our school. At the next meeting on October 16th, 2025 (6:00 p.m.), we will be continuing discussions regarding issues such as our goals for this year, the Hot Lunch Program at Southview PS and about the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Halloween School Dance </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">that is tentatively scheduled for October 23rd, 2025. Stay tuned for more information to be shared in the coming weeks. Please consider coming to this meeting and hear more about the exciting plans for the students and families at Southview PS!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">National Day for Truth and Reconciliation</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> takes place next Tuesday September 30th, 2025. This is an important day of thoughtful relfection for all of us, and students and educators from all classes will be participating in activities and learning about Indigenous culture over the course of the week. </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are asking that all Southview students and educators wear orange (shirts if possible) on Tuesday September 30th to remind us that "Every Child Matters". </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you for your participation in this commemorative event. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Our </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Sports Teams</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> go into action next week with our Boys and Girls soccer teams competing on September 30th, 2025. These teams have been practising hard during recess periods over the past few weeks and they are feeling ready to go! Good luck to all athletes and coaches next week! Out Intermediate Baseball team is gearing up for their tournament which takes place on October 8th, 2025 and the Cross Country Team is travelling to Fort Henry for their races on October 14, 2025. Go Lynx!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are making our way towards our fundraising goal of $4500 for the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Terry Fox Foundation</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. Please consider making a contribution by using the link provided in the Terry Fox section below. Thank you for your generosity and supporting our effort to find a cure for cancer!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A quick announcement about our schoolyard. One of our play structures (the Red and Blue structure in the northeast corner) has reached the end of its time and is going to be removed in the near future. One of the many discussions that the School Advisory Committee will be engaged in is how we will plan to develop this area. We will provide more information about this project over the course of the school year.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We wish everyone a terrific weekend and a wonderful week ahead!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">John Ricci, Jen Cole and the Southview Learning Team!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School Calendar</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone DSB School Year Calendar 2025-2026</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/ee9891ee-87b5-48b0-8790-ffa4d09e3fac?fingerprint=ppb20251217015205" alt="LDSB School Year Calendar" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">What's Ahead...</span></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">October 2025</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">8 Intermediate Baseball Tournament</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">9 Terry Fox Fundraiser</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">10 </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">P.A. Day (no classes for students)</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">13 </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thanksgiving Day</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">16 I.E.P.s Distributed to Families for Review</span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">November 2025</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">7 </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School Photos</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">13 Kindergarten Communication of Learning: Initial Observations and Elementary Progress Reports Distributed to Families</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">14 P.A. Day for Educators (no classes for students)</span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">December 2025</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">5 School Photo Re-takes and Absentee Make-Ups</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://www.ymcaowensound.on.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Thursday-TW-EN.png" alt="What Can You Do on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation? - YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Each year, September 30 marks the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">National Day for Truth and Reconciliation</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The day honours the children who never returned home and Survivors of residential schools, as well as their families and communities. Public commemoration of the tragic and painful history and ongoing impacts of residential schools is a vital component of the reconciliation process.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Both the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day take place on September 30.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Orange Shirt Day</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;is a commemorative day led by Indigenous communities to raise awareness about the intergenerational impacts of residential schools on children, families, and communities. It honours Indigenous children who were lost in the residential school system.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The orange shirt symbolizes the loss of culture, freedom, and self-esteem that many Indigenous children experienced. This day reminds us that&nbsp;</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">“Every Child Matters”</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please join us in wearing orange (a shirt if possible) on Tuesday September 30th, 2025.</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/a47ab516-7871-43fd-9fe0-829271526421?fingerprint=ppb20251217014531" alt="Terry Fox Run" width="385" height="341" style="width:385px;height:341px;display:inline-block"></p><h4 class="editor-heading-h4" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">SOUTHVIEW PS Runs For Terry Fox</span></h4><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">October 9th, 2025</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Southview Public School is proud to take part in the 2025 Terry Fox School Run!</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Since 2013, Southview has participated in 12 runs and raised a total of $44, 227.95. This is a proud history!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This year we have set a goal to raise $4500 prior to run day to support cancer research. Instead of using Pledge Sheets, we ask our students to collect from family and friends. We would also like to encourage families to use the online donation site specifically set up for Southview Public School. The site can be found at the following link:</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://schools.terryfox.ca/107849" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Southview Public School</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Alternatively, students can collect donations and bring cash or cheques to the main office. Please make cheques payable to the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Terry Fox Foundation</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you in advance for your support of Southview Public School and its efforts to support cancer research!</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Reporting Absences</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">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.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">You can find more information by clicking on the following link: </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/report-a-student-absence" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Reporting Absences</span></a></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Southview Swag</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><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"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">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!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you want to start the year showing off your school colours, checkout what's available at:</span><a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/4g/SouthviewPSApparel/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://specialtytrophies.ca/4g/SouthviewPSApparel/</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><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"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We expereinced a wonderful turnout for our first School Advisory Committe Meeting which took place on Thursday September 25th, 2025 after the OPEN HOUSE event. Thank you to everyone who came to this important session!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our school Advisory Committe for the 2025-2026 school year is as follows:</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Chairperson</strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Amanda Morrison</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Vice Chairperson Jayme Shelley</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Treasurer Rob Wengel</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Secretary Krista Smith</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Public Relations Coodinator Sherri Burrows</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Fundraising Coodinator Tarra Ceballos</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Volunteer Coodinator Nicole Bos</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Junior Grade Representative Jen O'Neill</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Intermediate Grade Representative Stephanie Cropper</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Member At Large Carmen Bichsel</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Member At Large Melissa Meisner</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Congratulations to all of our new Council members!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you have any questions, contributions or suggestions for our School Advisory Committe, they can be contacted at the following email address:</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><a href="mailto:sviewsac@gmail.com" title="mailto:sviewsac@gmail.com" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">sviewsac@gmail.com</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our next meeting will take place on October 16th at 6:00 p.m. Please consider coming out and making your voice heard!</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/e2ca02c0-0937-4c4d-a106-7ae68dc9c367?fingerprint=ppb20251217015101" alt="Screenshot 2025 09 12 181303" width="399" height="519" style="width:399px;height:519px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/6b8671bd-7df8-4d15-bbbb-3ead38299e08?fingerprint=ppb20251217014016" alt="Screenshot 2025 09 12 084941" width="425" height="548" style="width:425px;height:548px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/58ae1d2f-6786-49ce-849d-62f64cc09c0e?fingerprint=ppb20251217013816" alt="KFLA PH" width="471" height="795" style="width:471px;height:795px;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">KFL&amp;A Public Health</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The </span><a href="https://www.kflaph.ca/en/health-topics/parenting-programs-and-services.aspx" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">KLF&amp;A Public Health website</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> 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&amp;A.</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School Mental Health Ontario</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><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"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Check out some of the </span><a href="https://smho-smso.ca/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mental Health and Wellness Resources for Families</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/9dc007ac-516c-4323-a906-a61997af3154?fingerprint=ppb20251217014448" alt="KNCLN Orange Shirt Day Graphic" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Graphic provided by the Kingston Native Centre and Language Nest.</em></i><br><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Two LDSB students designed these orange shirts! </span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As we approach Orange Shirt Day and National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30, these shirts are now available for purchase locally through the Kingston Native Centre and Language Nest. Every purchase goes directly toward strengthening Indigenous-led community programming.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Sizes Youth S to XL sizes and Adult small to 5XL sizes. Shirts are $20 each.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">To purchase, please visit </span><a href="https://www.kncln.ca/news/orange-shirt-day-2025" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">kncln.ca/news/orange-shirt-day-2025</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. </span></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) Co-Chair Elections are scheduled for the first PIC meeting on </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday October 23, 2025</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. If you wish to apply, nominations are due by </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, and must be accompanied by a short biography (maximum 250 words).</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Nominations and biographies can be e­mailed to Patty Gollogly, Associate Superintendent, at </span><a href="mailto:golloglyp@limestone.on.ca" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">golloglyp@limestone.on.ca</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.&nbsp; Alternatively, nomination packages can be submitted at the LDSB Education Centre at </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2Fmaps%2Fsearch%2F220%2BPortsmouth%2BAvenue%3Fentry%3Dgmail%26source%3Dg&amp;data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7Cfc613dade0b84a977f3508ddf9d9ff00%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638941436870017940%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=%2BJZOj2ySfNzFnUGnNvG26QShwyIKhJaXjO0Ki89SjzI%3D&amp;reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">220 Portsmouth Avenue</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> (either mailed or dropped off).&nbsp; If you have any questions you can call: 613 544 6925, ext. 31319.&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">An ideal PIC Co-Chair will be an active and engaged participant in the Board’s PIC as well as their school with the school and board-specific background necessary to effectively guide the various activities of the PIC.&nbsp;If a Co-Chair candidate does not meet these qualifications, the PIC membership may choose, via the normal voting process, to move forward with an election or to extend the advertisement for Co-Chair candidates by a period of two weeks, after which an election will be held.</span></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In this live webinar EQAO will present the results of the 2024-25 Primary (Grade 3) and Junior (Grade 6) Assessments of Reading, Writing and Mathematics. Participants will also learn about the latest research and resources available on eqao.com. The session is approximately 45 minutes, followed by a live Q&amp;A with EQAO staff. &nbsp;</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">EQAO Webinar for Parents and Guardians of Elementary School Students: 2024-25 Results (Oct 7 @ 6pm)</strong></b></h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://eqao.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1Te0EqD3Tl621IKhIWD4Mg#/registration" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" title="https://eqao.zoom.us/webinar/register/wn_1te0eqd3tl621ikhiwd4mg#/registration" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Webinar Registration - Zoom</span></a></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">EQAO Webinar for Parents and Guardians of Secondary School Students: 2024-25 Results</strong></b></h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://eqao.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_oWomJPtiTUGBU5TFJM6azw#/registration" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" title="https://eqao.zoom.us/webinar/register/wn_owomjptitugbu5tfjm6azw#/registration" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Webinar Registration - Zoom</span></a></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span></p>

<p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><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"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Growing, Learning, and Achieving Together</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Hello Lynx Families!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We have enjoyed another wonderful week here at the school! There is an amazing staff supporting all of your children and they are working hard to ensure each student's future success! It is important to remember that we could not do our jobs without the collaboration we share with our families! Well done to everyone!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Next week will be every exciting for the Southview community with the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">OPEN HOUSE</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> happening on Thursday evening from 5-6 p.m. followed by the S</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">chool Advisory Committee (SAC)</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> meeting from 6-7:30 p.m. We hope to see you all here on Thursday for a night of information sharing and planning for an eventful year of learning and engaging. Just a reminder that the Open House will provide an excellent oppotunity to discuss overall plans for learning within each class, but it is not an ideal time for questions regarding the progress of individual students. Our staff are always ready and willing to discuss your child's learning in a private meeting that can be arranged by contacting the classroom or relevant teacher either by email or by calling the office. Thank you in advance for your understanding of the purpose of the OPEN HOUSE event!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Cross Country </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">running practices for Grades 3-8 athletess are being held multiple times per week during the recess break period in preparation for race day at Fort Henry which will take place on October 14th. The </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Intermediate Baseball team</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> is practicing for their big event to take place on October 8th. Finally, the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Intermediate Boys and Girls Soccer teams</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> are in preparation for their tournament day taking place between September 29th and October 1st. The exact date will be announced shortly. Thank you to all of our staff who are dedicating so much time to coaching our young athletes and good luck to all students! Go, Lynx! </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Junior boys and girls intramural soccer</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> will be starting up very soon. Please see Mr. Dunleavy if you have any questions about this fantastic activity. The whole school will be participating in the annual </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Terry Fox Fundraiser</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> on October 9th, 2025. We have fixed the link to the Southview Terry Fox Fundraising site, and we have received our first contribution. Please review the relevant section below and help us reach our goal! Stay tuned for more information coming in the near future!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our first successful </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Hot Lunch</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> took place today, and we want to shout out to all of the parent and community volunteers for their committment and dedication to this program. In order to participate in the Hot Lunch Program or to ensure your child's participation on field trips you must have access to your </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School Day account</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. If you have any difficulty with this process, please contact our Office Administrator, Ms. Brenda Sproule, at the school. Students who have transferred from another LDSB school should already have a School Day account. To access </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School Day</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, log into our website at </span><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">http://southview.limestone.on.ca</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> and click on the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Permissions and Payments </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">tab which will take you directly to the Login Page.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><u><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Nominations are still being accepted for a position on the School Advisory Committee. Come on out and share your voice with our school!</strong></b></u></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Have a wonderful weekend everyone and see you next Thursday!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">John Ricci, Jen Cole and the Southview Learning Team!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School Calendar</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone DSB School Year Calendar 2025-2026</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/ee9891ee-87b5-48b0-8790-ffa4d09e3fac?fingerprint=ppb20251217015205" alt="LDSB School Year Calendar" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">What's Ahead...</span></h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">September 2025</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">30 </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (Orange Shirt Day)</span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">October 2025</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">8 Intermediate Baseball Tournament</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">9 Terry Fox Fundraiser</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">10 </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">P.A. Day (no classes for students)</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">13 </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thanksgiving Day</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">16 I.E.P.s Distributed to Families for Review</span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">November 2025</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">7 </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School Photos</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">13 Kindergarten Communication of Learning: Initial Observations and Elementary Progress Reports Distributed to Families</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">14 P.A. Day for Educators (no classes for students)</span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">December 2025</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">5 School Photo Re-takes and Absentee Make-Ups</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/2703824f-3a47-4213-b9c3-8c75b07482f1?fingerprint=ppb20251217013352" alt="Open House" width="395" height="245" style="width:395px;height:245px;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><br></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Southview Open House - Thursday, September 25 5:00 to 6:00 p.m.</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Southview PS Educator Team and students would like to invite all Lynx families to attend our "Back to School" Open House on Thursday September 25th, 2025 from 5-6 p.m. This event provides an excellent opportunity for parents and guardians to visit Southview PS have a look at your child's classroom and meet the teachers who are working with your children to help them achieve their academic, social and character development goals during the 2025-2026 school year. Many of our team members will be available, including class and planning time teachers, support professionals and administration, to answer questions about our school, the classroom routines and our plans for student achievement.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As an additional bonus, the Open House is running on the same night as the first School Advisory Council (SAC) meeting which all parents are invited to attend. The School Advisory Council meeting will run from 6:00 p.m. until approximately 7:30 p.m. in the school library and is your opportunity to have a voice at your child's school.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please plan to attend this two important events!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/a47ab516-7871-43fd-9fe0-829271526421?fingerprint=ppb20251217014531" alt="Terry Fox Run" width="385" height="341" style="width:385px;height:341px;display:inline-block"></p><h4 class="editor-heading-h4" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">SOUTHVIEW PS Runs For Terry Fox</span></h4><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">October 9th, 2025</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Southview Public School is proud to take part in the 2025 Terry Fox School Run!</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Since 2013, Southview has participated in 12 runs and raised a total of $44, 227.95. This is a proud history!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This year we have set a goal to raise $4500 prior to run day to support cancer research. Instead of using Pledge Sheets, we ask our students to collect from family and friends. We would also like to encourage families to use the online donation site specifically set up for Southview Public School. The site can be found at the following link:</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://schools.terryfox.ca/107849" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Southview Public School</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Alternatively, students can collect donations and bring cash or cheques to the main office. Please make cheques payable to the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Terry Fox Foundation</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you in advance for your support of Southview Public School and its efforts to support cancer research!</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Reporting Absences</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">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.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">You can find more information by clicking on the following link: </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/report-a-student-absence" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Reporting Absences</span></a></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Southview Swag</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><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"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">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!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you want to start the year showing off your school colours, checkout what's available at:</span><a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/4g/SouthviewPSApparel/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://specialtytrophies.ca/4g/SouthviewPSApparel/</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><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"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School councils play a vital role in the education system in Ontario. They provide a forum through which parents, school staff, students, and other members of school communities can contribute to improving student achievement and well-being, and enhance the accountability of the education system.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Elections and the first meeting will be held , Thursday, September 25 at 6:00 p.m., in the school library.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please consider nominating yourself, another Southview parent or guardian, or a community member for a position.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Click on the link below to see a description of School Advisory Council positions.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The 2024-2025 School Advisory Council Chairperson, Amanda Morrison and Co-Chairperson, Jen</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Covell have provided a welcome letter to the Southview PS families. Please click on the link below to see their message.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Hope to see you there!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/12HoXQU93k5RtlXUBTa3UjPBA1zP_gxMOOUGSHQgoQbo/edit?tab=t.0" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School Council Representative Job Descriptions</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><a href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Xxb04a7rgk2nPKDeWTgwvvuXCMp4sblAvQqj0WGFxqdUNTQzT0M1Q1lTN0lGSURCR0kzNUw4MUVWTS4u" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Nomination Form for Southview School Advisory Council</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> (Please use this link to nominate yourself to someone else to the Southview PS School Advisory Council)</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xMKwcdQM2UIkGnEjLq324cKVgExWxOtN/edit" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School Advisory Council Chair/Co-Chair Welcome Letter to Southview Families</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/e2ca02c0-0937-4c4d-a106-7ae68dc9c367?fingerprint=ppb20251217015101" alt="Screenshot 2025 09 12 181303" width="399" height="519" style="width:399px;height:519px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/6b8671bd-7df8-4d15-bbbb-3ead38299e08?fingerprint=ppb20251217014016" alt="Screenshot 2025 09 12 084941" width="425" height="548" style="width:425px;height:548px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/58ae1d2f-6786-49ce-849d-62f64cc09c0e?fingerprint=ppb20251217013816" alt="KFLA PH" width="471" height="795" style="width:471px;height:795px;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">KFL&amp;A Public Health</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The </span><a href="https://www.kflaph.ca/en/health-topics/parenting-programs-and-services.aspx" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">KLF&amp;A Public Health website</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> 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&amp;A.</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School Mental Health Ontario</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><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"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Check out some of the </span><a href="https://smho-smso.ca/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mental Health and Wellness Resources for Families</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>