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2026-04-28 18:27:39.76 +0000 UTC

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<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">What's Happening at Sydenham High School</h2> May has flown by and June proves to be just as busy with all the year end activities. We are excited for the upcoming events, and celebrating our graduates. Take a look below for highlights from May and upcoming dates for June. <hr>SHS Spring Play Our SHS spring play, The Day the Internet Died was a huge hit with the audience. The show was engaging, fun, and provided lots of laughs! A huge thank you to our staff, Ms. Keene, Mr. Elliott, Ms. Dion, and Mr. MacDougall. We can't wait to see what the future holds for our next production. <div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/6b7dea4b-a46e-469b-bff9-c0dfea00f527?fingerprint=ppb20260603170005" alt="IMG 7501" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/c16f0ae4-1c8b-4ced-a733-76635b2162bf?fingerprint=ppb20260603170005" alt="Play 1" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/54bd3488-f850-4d23-9699-1cdca49cf50e?fingerprint=ppb20260603170005" alt="Play2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div></div> <hr>Relay for LifeOn May 27th, 2026, our school participated in Relay for Life to support cancer research. We are so proud of our Relay for Life committee for their efforts in putting together a great event! Thank you to our students for fundraising and to our community for your generosity! We raised over $32000 for Cancer Research!! <img src="/images/c4cb8ee7-3c89-4dbd-87ff-7abb24f9b04e?fingerprint=ppb20260603180007" alt="Screenshot 2026 06 03 131824" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr>SHS OFSAACongratulations to all of our athletes who competed today at East Regionals. We couldn’t be more proud ❤️💛❤️ Now, A ROUND OF APPLAUSE FOR OUR OFSAA QUALIFYING ATHLETES 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 Brian Black: Distance Hurdles, Sprint Hurdles Causton Wood: High Jump, Long Jump Jacob Vickers: Distance Hurdles Tommy Hasselaar: 800m Rhea Hollingsworth: 800m Sedona Reade: Distance Hurdles Iain McShane: Triple Jump Kaia Dafnas: High Jump Girls 4x400 Relay (Kayl Vankoughnett, Sedona Reade, Claire Wang, Rhea Hollingsworth, alternate Maya Banhidi)<div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/d9e6d506-669f-49c0-aca4-4b9ca4302d85?fingerprint=ppb20260603180007" alt="Screenshot 2026 06 03 130721" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> </div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/5d525ced-823c-459c-9ea1-0f44c1bb6608?fingerprint=ppb20260603180007" alt="ofssaa2" width="347" height="242" style="width:347px;height:242px;display:inline-block"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/88455cdb-2475-4411-b0b8-021daa42e58d?fingerprint=ppb20260603180007" alt="ofsaa 3" width="266" height="236" style="width:266px;height:236px;display:inline-block"> </div></div> <hr>Girl's RugbyOur Girls Sr team made it to EOSSAA on home turf after a great season. They played a competitive game against a strong LSS team and lost by 2 points. Our Jr Girls team played in the KASSAA final, earning a silver medal!! Congrats to our girls on successful seasons and thank you to our coaches! <img src="/images/c8135eef-abc9-44d8-8af8-02252f3a880f?fingerprint=ppb20260603180007" alt="rugby" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr>Syd"s CafeOur tradition of Syd's Cafe continued this spring with a show to highlight our SHS students. The audience was entertained listening to amazing performances with a Canadian theme! Thank you to Mr. McDougall and Mr. Hammer for organizing and playing! <img src="/images/a16d5562-0ebc-4bfe-9c8c-f5de97c26d7e?fingerprint=ppb20260603180007" alt="Syds cafe" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><hr>YearbooksSHS 2025-2026 Yearbooks are now on sale! Yearbooks are $40. You can order online through school day <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.school-day.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cslatem%40limestone.on.ca%7C09900a9bd4e04580ae2b08dea726b057%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639131981764720911%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=reW4yIHeS2nLhtwxyHYCOzlCZQ3lvNYe%2FuUKNBpTr%2BA%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="https://www.school-day.com/" class="editor-link">https://www.school-day.com/</a> Order deadline is June 25th, 2026.The yearbooks will be distributed in September 2026.   <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Upcoming Dates</h2><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem">June<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">June 1 - School Council - 7 PM </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">June 9 - Athletic Banquet</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">June 11 - Grad Breakfast</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">June 16, 17 - Grade 12 Exams</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">June 18 - 24 - Grade 9 - 12 Exams</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem">June 25 - GRADUATION 2 PM</li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem">June 26 - PA DAY </li></ul></div><div class="editor-layoutItem">LDSB Post Secondary Planning SessionsMonday, June 8th 6pm to 7pm - In person/Virtually  - Future Ready: Managing Your Money After Secondary - 220 Portsmouth Ave - <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2Fldsbfinancialliteracy&data=05%7C02%7Cslatem%40limestone.on.ca%7Ca76242d0832648dd7d6308deba7f4db2%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639153253121810138%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=NgfLAk%2FYMqELjhG92ElXmmg84wrNfvATyXl3x%2FAhZaQ%3D&reserved=0" title="http://bit.ly/ldsbfinancialliteracy" class="editor-link">Future Ready: Managing Your Money After Secondary School 6pm - Register Here</a> Tuesday, June 9th 6pm to 7pm - In person/Virtually - Skilled Trades & Apprenticeships- 220 Portsmouth Ave - <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2Fldsbskilledtrades&data=05%7C02%7Cslatem%40limestone.on.ca%7Ca76242d0832648dd7d6308deba7f4db2%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639153253121837552%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=mWobjUwPjJ90QOhogmyC0dlfJzPHhQhSNt4PrFXlslw%3D&reserved=0" title="bit.ly/ldsbskilledtrades" class="editor-link">Skilled Trades & Apprenticeships 6pm - Register Here</a></div></div><h4 class="editor-heading-h4"><img src="/images/014dd19e-d451-4102-b190-e145d2dcded6?fingerprint=ppb20260501014715" alt="June Grad 2026" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></h4><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">EXAM Schedule</h2><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/82ce7eb4-9bd9-4b48-aff6-6e58d1e68dfc?fingerprint=ppb20260604030004" alt="Spring Exam Schedule SHS June 2026" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></h2> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Summer School Information 2026</h2><hr><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="b8029f12-b660-4407-ab77-e50e18f0cc3d"></ie-document>Click on the link above to check out summer school information. Any questions should be directed to our guidance team. <img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967?fingerprint=ppb20251217013147" alt="2025 2026 LDSB School Year Calendar" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Looking ahead... 2026-2027 School Year</h2><hr><table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 7.6219%;"><col style="width: 6.7736%;"><col style="width: 7.728%;"><col style="width: 13.8786%;"><col style="width: 9.2126%;"><col style="width: 9.1066%;"><col style="width: 7.1978%;"><col style="width: 38.4809%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr style="height: 33px;"><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Pd 1</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Break</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Pd 2</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Lunch (50 mins)</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Pd 3</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Break</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Pd 4</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">End of day</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">8:20</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">9:35</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">9:45</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">11:00</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">11:50</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">13:05</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">13:15</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">14:30</td></tr></tbody></table>Next year, our daily schedule will be changing to the following balanced day with two classes in the morning, a lunch break, and two classes in the afternoon. Our afternoon classes will still rotate every other week (Week A: 1234 and Week B: 1243). Also, the new school year calendar was released for next year and we will be starting back at school on Sept. 2, 2026. See full calendar below. <img src="/images/8c1b22eb-fd30-4d25-9b34-861e3b2b0070?fingerprint=ppb20260501014724" alt="School Year Calendar 2026 2027" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Concussion Protocol</h2><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem">SHS is committed to student safety, injury prevention, and well-being, and supports concussion awareness, prevention, identification, management, tracking, and training. Our point of contact is Ms. Ash Ward, Vice Principal.Our <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/concussion_protocols" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">LDSB Concussion Policy/Concussion Code of Conduct </a>is here as well to ensure we work together to support our students if a concussion is suspected or diagnosed. </div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/d2d534f2-a37f-4106-a903-2977022c738c?fingerprint=ppb20251217014946" alt="thumb cef5db28763b3ff1d271b5f827629038" width="459" height="534" style="width:459px;height:534px;display:inline-block"></div></div><figure><a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/sydenhamhighschool/" target="_blank" title="Spirit Wear"><img src="/images/93a00b71-9d11-44c1-88dc-c7bfba2579cd?fingerprint=ppb20251217014357" alt="Spirit Wear" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a></figure><img src="/images/a25e9f58-b0ae-4c6a-9c8e-96863f2e3e0a?fingerprint=ppb20251217014516" alt="New Land Acknowledgement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

2026-06-04 02:47:15.092 +0000 UTC

LDSB Students to Represent Canada at the European Stock Sport Championships in Austria

In August 2026, four Limestone District School Board students will represent the Canadian Ice Stock Federation (CISF) at the U16 European Stock Sport Championships in Oberwart, Austria.Representing Loughborough Public School are Caleb Hammer and Preston Klein, who are both completing their final year of elementary school. Joining them are Jayden Kermeen of Frontenac Secondary School and Lucas Hammer of Sydenham High School.Centuries ago, this sport, often described as a combination of curling and bocce, originated in the Alpine regions of Austria and Germany. Players slide a stock toward a target, known as a daube, and use precision and strategy to score points by placing their stock closest to the target to better the other team.  Although born on ice, this sport is now played on both ice and non-ice surfaces using specialized equipment.This August's European Championships will mark the first time a Canadian youth team has competed in an international stock sport championship. The boys will compete against athletes from several nations in a country that is the heart of the sport. These young athletes, students of LDSB, are making history. There is no doubt that this experience will be life-changing and will inspire other young Canadians to explore a sport that offers unique opportunities for international competition and cultural exchange.To help offset travel and accommodation expenses, the team has been actively fundraising and seeking sponsorship support. Their next major fundraiser will be a Schnitzel Dinner at the Golden Links Hall in Harrowsmith on July 18, 2026, with both dine-in and take-out options available. Tickets are $25 per plate and include schnitzel, sauerkraut, and German potato salad. The meal will be prepared by Brian Breitwiesser, former owner of the Amadeus Café in Kingston.Those interested in attending can reserve tickets by contacting Chris Hammer at <a href="mailto:hammer4974@gmail.com" title="mailto:hammer4974@gmail.com" class="editor-link">hammer4974@gmail.com</a>. Sincerely,Chris Hammer Coach, Team Canada U16 Stock Sport Team

2026-06-22 12:54:35.856 +0000 UTC

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Welcome to Sydenham High School, home of the Golden Eagles! Sydenham offers a wide variety of learning opportunities for all students, through a safe and caring learning environment. The school places a strong emphasis on student success through a variety of pathways (world of work, apprenticeship, college, university), as well as focusing on building character in all students. We offer Alternative Education, Co-Operative Education, Dual Credits, Focus Programs, Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Programs and Specialist High Skills Major. There are many extra-curricular activities available to students.

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

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

Message to Families - June 25, 2026

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

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

Message to Families- June 18, 2026

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

2026-06-18 20:00:01.681 +0000 UTC

Land Acknowledgement

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