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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

Start-Up Info & Summer Reminders

Dear Parents / Guardians / Students:Another school year has concluded, with us saying goodbye today to our graduating class of 2026, and to our retirees, Dawn Wallace and Greg Legge. Before we leave for the summer, we wanted to share additional information for the next school year. See below for details.If you need to reach us over the summer, email general inquiries to Casey Gibson, Office Manager, at <a href="mailto:sydhs@limestone.on.ca" class="editor-link">sydhs@limestone.on.ca</a>.  The Main Office and Student Services re-opens on Monday, August 24th, with Student Services open by appointment only.  To book an appointment, use this link: <a href="https://outlook.office365.com/book/SHSStudentServices1@limestoneschools.onmicrosoft.com/?ismsaljsauthenabled=true" class="editor-link">online booking system</a>. School starts back on Wednesday, Sept. 2nd, 2026. A link to the school calendar can be found here: <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/school-year-calendar" class="editor-link">School Year Calendar</a>. Grade 9 orientation day is the morning of Wednesday, August 26th.  Student leaders should mark this day in their calendars, as we will call upon you to help with this day.  <img src="/images/9fd91bac-f3e9-4c3c-be1f-e8991dfdd1d6?fingerprint=ppb20260706154335" alt="IMG 7720" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr>Gr. 9 - 12 Pick Up: Timetable, Report Card, and Gr. 10 OSSLT ResultsStudent timetable (Gr. 9), report card, and Gr. 10 OSSLT Individual Student Reports will be available for students to pick up in the main office. The office is open July 7, 8th and July 13 – 16th (8:30 AM – 2:30 PM).  If students are unable to come in during this week, they can pick up when they return to school in the fall. In addition, students will be able to see final marks from this semester in their student portal in Aspen or <a href="https://app.myblueprint.ca/" class="editor-link">myBlueprint</a> as of July 7th, 2026. Students can <a href="https://limestoneschools-my.sharepoint.com/personal/slatem_limestone_on_ca/Documents/2023%202024/Student%20Info/Student%20Portal%20-%20Viewing%20Timetable.pdf" class="editor-link">check Aspen</a> for their timetable the last week of August before school returns. Also, a reminder that library books and laptops need to be returned or individuals will receive an invoice for the replacement cost. <hr>Key DatesFor a list of upcoming dates, follow our month-by-month calendar on the school website, listen to PA announcements or see a copy of our <a href="https://sydenhamhs.limestone.on.ca/news/daily_announcements___schedule" class="editor-link">announcements</a> on the school website.  A link to the school calendar can be found here: <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/school-year-calendar" class="editor-link">School Year Calendar</a> School starts back on Wednesday, Sept. 2nd, 2026. Photo Day will be on September 22, 2026, and ordering information will come home in the fall.<hr>2025-2026 Yearbooks – Yearbooks will arrive in the fall, and we will send out a Communicate Broadcast letting you know when and where they will be available for pick up. <hr>School-Day – Families can pay school fees through <a href="https://www.school-day.com/" class="editor-link">School Day</a>, an online payment and permissions program.  During the school year, students will be able to purchase an optional student card ($10.00) and a yearbook ($40.00, received the next school year).  Each product will be made available for payment in the fall, and parents with a school-day account will receive an email. Fees for individual extracurricular activities will be communicated by each staff advisor.  Fall Sports include basketball, volleyball, field hockey, football, and golf.  Fees range from $85.00 to $400.00.  Check the announcements for start-up information, including the week before school. If financial support is required for any activities, reach out to the school. <hr>CommunicationFollow the school website <a href="https://sydenhamhs.limestone.on.ca/" class="editor-link">news stories</a> for updates. Ensure your contact information is updated if you make changes as we regularly send emails to share important information. LDSB also offers several electronic tools to support communication, including Communicates (Board and schools push important messages to students, families, and staff via voicemail, email, or text message), and the School Messenger App (student attendance management tool that allows for two-way communication between schools and families). <hr>2026-2027 Student Schedules / School Daily ScheduleThe daily schedule follows and is a change from past years.  Students wanting to change their current schedule may email a counsellor (visit the <a href="https://sydenhamhs.limestone.on.ca/our_staff" class="editor-link">staff</a> website page for all emails) or book an appointment through the <a href="https://outlook.office365.com/book/SHSStudentServicesAugust2024Appointments@limestoneschools.onmicrosoft.com/" class="editor-link">online booking system</a> by grade (Gr. 9 – Mr. Rob McDougall, Gr. 10 – Mr. Jason Wimmer, Gr. 11 – Ms. Michelle Fraser, and Gr. 12 – Mrs. Katherine English. Our Vice Principals also have primary responsibilities for the following grades: Gr. 9 & Gr. 11 (Ms. Ward), Gr. 10 & Gr. 12 (Mr. Cowan).<table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Period 1</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">8:20 AM – 9:35 AM</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Transition</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">9:35 AM – 9:45 AM</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Period 2</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">9:45 AM – 11:00 AM</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: white; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">LUNCH</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: white; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">11:00 AM – 11:50 AM</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Period 3*</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">11:50 AM – 1:05 PM</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Transition</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">1:05 PM – 1:15 PM</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Period 4*</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">1:15 PM – 2:30 PM</td></tr></tbody></table>*Period 3 and 4 rotate every other week (Week A: 1234 and Week B: 1243). <hr>School Supplies and Dress RequirementsStudents will require the necessary school supplies for individual courses as outlined: Physical Education - t-shirt, shorts / sweats, gym shoes (outdoor shoes will not be allowed in the gym); Technology – no shorts, closed-toe shoes; long hair tied back; Science – your teacher will instruct you on clothing for lab days; Mathematics – scientific calculator. We recommend purchasing the Casio FX-991 ESPLUS2 calculator It can be purchased on <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.ca%2FCasio-FX-991ESPLUS2-Authenticity-verification-FX-991ESPLSC2-S-CT%2Fdp%2FB086548F31%2Fref%3Dmp_s_a_1_3%3Fcrid%3D3VIQM9PKYW6T2%26dib%3DeyJ2IjoiMSJ9.ZSRCkOusm6wR4iPKo4yhX6ARNs5IueaAB2rYFSIo0ZLAwgu6ExNTmAf4R5YobEzN63U2E2_j9yTHWaWx_VGysbHmJQIs1tj4iusq15qrQv6k-asJXQULJz850hSi_9t0tgSC1cOV91bW4z6U2a3-5i2CkeEWn9hb3Cxw29Y2IndkOWIg2ZV9ii016RyioomykTe3kMiqaW-MJB5eqfXopg.Amt97RKyP65s-TOBaNvpHVMm-5DsYKHOQNbvsClHvOA%26dib_tag%3Dse%26keywords%3Dcasio%2Bfx-991esplus2%26qid%3D1750445352%26sprefix%3Dcasio%2Bfx%252Caps%252C94%26sr%3D8-3&data=05%7C02%7Cslatem%40limestone.on.ca%7Cb4340e55be9e4888b0ad08ddb02febef%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638860442060416398%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=pMNlaqifY%2F1q95TYh3KkS0eb2hObgwwIUhK2Qv1nUQk%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Amazon</a> or at <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.staples.ca%2Fproducts%2F749325-en-casio-fx-991esplus2-natural-express-scientific-calculator-black%3FlistId%3Dsearch&data=05%7C02%7Cslatem%40limestone.on.ca%7Cb4340e55be9e4888b0ad08ddb02febef%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638860442060432189%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=GK2f55EB4nEaIdM0F5orGjpZMLmFca3opr8xFgvBKgE%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Staples</a>.; and General – as communicated on first day handouts or by the classroom teacher for specific activities/locations. We also recommend, in addition to pens and pencils, that students consider bringing dry erase whiteboard markers to school daily. The LDSB Student Clothing Procedure is available <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/58a80fa0-9ac3-5d41-8066-b494d53b475a/AP%20352%20Student%20Clothing.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013816" class="editor-link">here</a>. <hr>Textbooks and LockersClassroom teachers issue books at the beginning of a term.  Students will be responsible for the cost of lost books.  The Main Office will assign lockers and students will find out their locker at orientation or first day (listed on their timetable).  Students must use a school lock and occupy lockers assigned to them.  Students will be responsible for items found in the locker and should not give their combination to anyone else.  Failure to abide by school rules may mean a loss of locker privileges.  Lockers may be opened by the school if necessary.  <hr>Access to TechnologyStudents will be given the option to sign out a device for the school year. Devices are made available by classroom teachers when the class requires for daily use. Computers are also available in the library.  Students with specialized technology needs should contact the Learning Program Support teacher Mr. Rob McDougall. <hr>Medical PlansWe ask parents to notify the school if your child develops or has any changes to any emergency medical conditions. We will work together to complete a Medical Plan of Care (Epilepsy, Type 1 Diabetes, Asthma, Anaphylaxis, or any other life-threatening condition).

2026-07-06 15:43:58.252 +0000 UTC

Information on Grade 9 Day - Wed Aug 26

Gr. 9 Orientation – Wednesday, August 26th (9:30 a.m. – Noon)Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. in the Main Gym (student leaders will be at the entrances to gather students as they arrive), where they will receive a start-up package (updated schedule, and handouts).  At 10:00 a.m., we will begin with introductions, general school information, and then students will rotate through a series of six stations designed to help them be comfortable with the start of school (how to open a lock and find their locker, locate classes and washrooms, library use, activities to join, etc.). At 11:15 a.m., students are invited to a BBQ lunch on the front lawn to meet and socialize with staff and students.  A vegetarian option will be available, and students with other dietary requests are asked to contact the Main Office (613 376-3612) one week in advance. Students should be picked up at noon.Please note that transportation is not provided on this day, and families are responsible for drop off (9:30 am) and pick up (12 pm).

2026-07-06 16:03:55.624 +0000 UTC

Invitation for Applications External Members for the Audit Committee

The Limestone District School Board is seeking community members with strong financial expertise and business acumen to serve as external members of its Audit Committee for a three‑year term beginning September 2026.The Audit Committee consists of three Trustees and two independent community members. Its mandate is to assist the Board of Trustees in fulfilling its governance and oversight responsibilities. Key areas of responsibility include:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Oversight of the financial reporting process</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Review of the internal control framework</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Monitoring risk management practices</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Evaluation of the performance of internal and external auditors</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">Ensuring compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements</li></ul>The Committee meets three times per year. Orientation materials are provided to support new members in understanding the role and responsibilities of audit committees within the school board sector.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Candidate Eligibility</h2>Applicants must meet the following criteria:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Demonstrated experience in accounting, senior financial management, or relevant business fields, with the ability to understand public‑sector accounting and auditing standards.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Must not be a current employee or officer of the Limestone District School Board or any other district school board or school authority.</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Must not have a parent, child, or spouse currently employed by the Limestone District School Board.</li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">How to Apply</h2>Qualified candidates are invited to submit a letter of interest and résumé by 4:00 p.m. on August 24, 2026 to:Roger Richard Acting Executive Superintendent of Corporate and Staff Services 220 Portsmouth Ave. Kingston, ON  K7M 0G2 E-mail: <a href="mailto: rrichard@limestone.on.ca" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">rrichard@limestone.on.ca</a>

2026-07-23 14:17:54.875 +0000 UTC

New Digital Tools Informed Notice Available

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

Board of Trustees Approves 2026–2027 School Year Budget

At its regular meeting on June 17, 2026, the Limestone District School Board of Trustees approved a $340.5 million budget for the 2026–2027 school year. This is a deficit budget balanced through the use of reserve funds.The approved budget complies with Ministry of Education requirements and includes:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Operating expenditures of $316.8 million, representing a $73,000 decrease compared to the previous year.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Capital expenditures of $23.7 million, allocated to school condition improvements and renewal projects.</li></ul>The vast majority of the operating budget is directed to student instruction and relates directly to classroom support. Capital funding is used to fund school condition improvements and school renewal projects.The Board continues to face financial pressures in several key areas, including:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Special Education</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Staff Replacement</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Student Transportation</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Statutory Benefits</li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Resources:</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/cc327962-05b2-4cac-b89e-711e1e75ca27/2026-06-16-Budget-Overview.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20260623145224" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">2026-2027 Budget Overview</a> (PDF)</li></ul>

2026-06-18 13:49:18.755 +0000 UTC

Congratulations Letter from Edith Dumont, The Lieutenant Governor of Ontario

The Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, Edith Dumont, has provided the following letter for the Class of 2026:As the representative of the Crown in Ontario, it is with great pleasure that I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the Class of 2026.Your graduation is more than a milestone — it reflects the curiosity and perseverance you have demonstrated throughout your journey. It is a moment to celebrate not only your academic achievements, but also the friendships formed, the challenges overcome, and the confidence you have gained along the way.Take a moment to recognize those who have walked this journey alongside you — your family, your teachers, the dedicated school staff, and your friends. Their support has contributed to your success and to this moment of celebration.As you look ahead, you may be preparing to continue your studies, enter the workforce, or explore new paths yet to be imagined. Whatever direction you choose, carry with you the curiosity and the resilience you have demonstrated during your school years.Your generation has the capacity to strengthen our province by building caring and supportive communities. Your ideas, your actions, and your voices matter.Congratulations once again, Class of 2026. The future is yours — embrace it with confidence.Sincerely,Edith Dumont<a href="/documents/443705ac-c120-438d-aefe-6b3aeabf0d61/LG-Congratulations-letter-Class-of-2026.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20260617152638" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Congratulations Letter from Edith Dumont, The Lieutenant Governor of Ontario - English</a> (PDF)<a href="/documents/82fc1ce8-2d6d-47a4-9c4e-256fc071a9f0/Lettre-de-felicitations-de-la-LG-Promotion-2026.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20260617152718" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Congratulations Letter from Edith Dumont, The Lieutenant Governor of Ontario - French</a> (PDF)

2026-06-17 15:28:35.483 +0000 UTC

Year End Letter to Students and Parents

The Honourable Paul Calandra, Minister of Education has shared a letter for students, parents and families: Dear Students, Parents and Families,To our amazing students: well done on finishing another school year! This is a good time to celebrate everything you have accomplished over the past several months. You worked hard, took on challenges, learned new things and continued to grow. You should be proud of all you have achieved this year.As you begin your summer break, take time to rest, explore your interests, and enjoy time with family and friends. However you choose to spend your summer, I hope you make the most of the months ahead.To the graduating Class of 2026, congratulations on reaching this important milestone. Graduation marks the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. Whether your next step is college, university, an apprenticeship, the workforce or another pathway, I wish you every success in the years ahead.As families look ahead to September and the start of a new school year, there are a few things to keep in mind. Ontario schools will continue to focus on helping students build strong foundations in reading, writing and math while preparing them for success beyond the classroom. Students in elementary schools will learn from the same core materials and benefit from a revised Kindergarten curriculum focused on foundational literacy, math and science skills. In Grade 7 and 8, updated History courses will include new mandatory content on the history of Black Canadians.In high schools, students in Grade 10 History will have new learning about Black history, the Holocaust and Holodomor. Students will also be required to demonstrate financial literacy as part of earning their high school diploma. To help provide clearer expectations and a more comprehensive picture of student achievement, high school students will complete written final exams during a dedicated exam period, and attendance and classroom participation will form part of their final grade. Together, these changes will help students stay engaged in their learning and be better prepared for life after graduation.I hope the summer ahead provides an opportunity to recharge and enjoy some well-earned time together. I wish you and your family a safe, happy and enjoyable summer.Sincerely,The Honourable Paul Calandra Minister of Education <a href="/documents/1fba83f3-9f1b-4d60-a77c-3bc15cd094c8/Year-End-Letter-to-Students-and-Parents.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20260617152216" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Year End Letter to Students, Parents, and Families from The Honourable Paul Calandra, Minister of Education - English</a> (PDF)<a href="/documents/1466db2e-00ea-40f2-b63d-8d3f65d04a0d/Lettre-concernant-la-fin-de-l-ann-e-scolaire-l-intention-des-l-ves-et-des-parents.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20260617152354" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Year End Letter to Students, Parents, and Families from The Honourable Paul Calandra, Minister of Education - French</a> (PDF)

2026-06-17 15:22:45.539 +0000 UTC

Limestone Students Earn Prestigious Scholarships, Including National Loran Honour

Limestone District School Board graduates have received significant scholarships to support their post-secondary education. Nathan KashiraKingston Secondary School (KSS) graduate Nathan Kashira has been selected as a <a href="https://loranscholar.ca/scholars/nathan-kashira/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">2026 Loran Scholar</a>, out of more than 5,400 applicants across Canada. Of the 36 selected to become the Class of 2026, Nathan is among the nine from Ontario who were selected. Nathan owns and operates a drone photography and videography company. He also leads a church volunteer team dedicated to supporting the community through food security initiatives, sports programs, and social services. In addition to his entrepreneurial, volunteer work, and fundraising efforts, Nathan works in both food service and construction, and captains the KSS football team. <figure><img src="/images/cbb7d05d-cdf2-4f71-bb15-e031d213cf0b?fingerprint=ppb20260616151434" alt="Nathan Kashira" width="260" height="344" style="width:260px;height:344px;display:inline-block;float:right"><figcaption>Nathan Kashira</figcaption></figure>The Loran Award offers a four-year leadership-enrichment program, financial support for undergrad of approximately $100,000 total, diverse opportunities for experiential learning, and a long-term supportive community of peers and mentors. For more information about Nathan’s achievements, please visit the following coverage: <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://www.thewhig.com/news/kingston-student-awarded-prestigious-national-scholarship" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Kingston student awarded prestigious national scholarship | The Kingston Whig Standard</a> </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://www.kingstonist.com/news/kingston-secondary-school-senior-named-a-loran-scholars-finalist-update/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Update - Selected as Loran Scholar: Kingston Secondary School senior named a Loran Scholars Finalist – Kingston News</a> </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://globalnews.ca/video/11648903/building-bright-futures-kingstons-nathan-kashira-named-a-loran-scholars-finalist/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Building Bright Futures: Kingston’s Nathan Kashira named a Loran Scholars finalist | Watch News Videos Online</a> </li></ul> Athena AndrecykAthena Andrecyk, also graduating from KSS, has received a full four-year athletic (Cross Country/Track and Field) and academic scholarship (Honors College - Biochemistry) to the University of Alabama.  Athena is a multiple OFSAA champion in Cross Country and Track, and U20 National Champion who has represented Team Canada in the U20 World Cross Country Championship.     She was also on MPP Ted Hsu’s Constituency Youth Advisory Council for four years and was co-chair last year. During that time, the group worked on municipal projects supporting food banks and youth engagement. Athena has successfully completed the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, and is grateful to everyone at KSS for helping her prepare for her post-secondary journey. For more information about Athena’s achievements, please visit the following coverage: <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://www.visitkingston.ca/stories/athletes-of-kingston-athena-andrecyk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Visit Kingston | Athletes of Kingston: Athena Andrecyk</a> </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://runningmagazine.ca/sections/runs-races/16-year-old-running-star-wins-canadian-u20-xc-title/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Canadian Running magazine: 16-year-old running star wins Canadian U20 XC title</a></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://kss.limestone.on.ca/news/three-gold-medals-at-ofsaa-track-and-field-championships" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Three Gold Medals at OFSAA Track and Field Championships</a> </li></ul><figure><img src="/images/c223b26f-4907-4b15-875c-542826a35a63?fingerprint=ppb20260616151557" alt="Athena Andrecyk and KSS Coaches" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><figcaption>Athena Andrecyk (seated), with coaches Kim James, Morgann Rymall, Griffin Sawchuk, and Marc Carriere.</figcaption></figure> Haleigh KnetschErnestown Secondary School graduate Hayleigh Knetsch has been awarded the <a href="https://www.queensu.ca/registrar/financial-aid/application-required/future-students/admission-bursaries/promise-scholars" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Queen's University Promise Scholarship</a>, valued between $60,000 to $100,000 over four years (depending on the program of study) to cover tuition, living costs, and educational expenses. <figure><img src="/images/46d3af77-73af-48ac-aa5c-4518f9d71888?fingerprint=ppb20260616152501" alt="Hayleigh Knetsch" width="200" height="250" style="width:200px;height:250px;display:inline-block;float:left"><figcaption>Haleigh Knetsch</figcaption></figure>This scholarship includes guaranteed paid summer internships after the first, second, and third year. It also provides access to specialized mentorship, tutoring, and dedicated staff support to help students transition to and thrive in university.  Hayleigh is also a recipient of the <a href="https://kss.limestone.on.ca/news/2025-2026-limestone-student-achievers-award-" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">2025-2026 Limestone Student Achievers Award</a>, which recognizes outstanding achievements of secondary students whose exceptional accomplishments merit recognition beyond school-level awards. Recipients demonstrate exemplary achievement in the following areas: leadership; positive attitude, energy, and school spirit; and academic standing.  <figure><img src="/images/f0ef0855-d0cb-4732-bd70-498434ad010b?fingerprint=ppb20260619160141" alt="Kayl Vankoughnett" width="227" height="302" style="width:227px;height:302px;display:inline-block;float:right"><figcaption>Kayl Vankoughnett</figcaption></figure>Kayl Vankoughnett  Sydenham High School graduate Kayl Vankoughnett has earned the <a href="https://www.queensu.ca/registrar/financial-aid/application-required/future-students/major-awards" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Queen’s University Chernoff Family Award</a>. To receive this award, students must demonstrate various qualities including superior academic ability and proven leadership qualities. Students must also be involved in school and community activities and be original and creative thinkers. Award winners receive a total value of $48,000 to $72,000 depending on the program.  Kayl was also a recipient of this year’s Limestone Student Achievers Award.  <figure><img src="/images/b33467ef-6a0c-421a-b785-6d88e942a623?fingerprint=ppb20260619160143" alt="Ava Sauve" width="186" height="236" style="width:186px;height:236px;display:inline-block;float:left"><figcaption>Ava Sauve</figcaption></figure>Ava Sauve  Sydenham High School graduate Ava Sauve has also earned the <a href="https://www.queensu.ca/registrar/financial-aid/application-required/future-students/major-awards" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Queen’s University Chernoff Family Award</a>. To receive this award, students must demonstrate various qualities including superior academic ability and proven leadership qualities. Students must also be involved in school and community activities and be original and creative thinkers. Award winners receive a total value of $48,000 to $72,000 depending on the program.   <figure><img src="/images/f2cdcd21-2d14-4e2c-aa60-d99d8ebd83a7?fingerprint=ppb20260619160159" alt="M. Ho Michelle Leake" width="191" height="241" style="width:191px;height:241px;display:inline-block;float:right"><figcaption>Minh Ho</figcaption></figure>Minh Ho  Loyalist Collegiate and Vocational Institute (LCVI) graduate Minh Ho has won the <a href="https://www.uottawa.ca/study/fees-financial-support/international-english-scholarship" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">University of Ottawa’s International English Admission Scholarship</a> of $7,500 per term for up to 12 terms. This scholarship is to assist newly admitted international students beginning their first term of studies in Winter 2026 or later and undertaking their university studies in English in an approved undergraduate program at the University of Ottawa. <figure><img src="/images/b71f5370-123e-4dc9-88cf-325eb993bb65?fingerprint=ppb20260619160214" alt="T. Waseem" width="188" height="238" style="width:188px;height:238px;display:inline-block;float:left"><figcaption>Tooba Waseem</figcaption></figure>Tooba Waseem  LCVI graduate Tooba Waseem is the recipient of the Queen’s University Engineering International Admission Award of $10,000 to $25,000 per year. This is awarded based on academic achievement to international students entering first year of any first-entry undergraduate degree program in Smith Engineering. The award is renewable for three subsequent years provided the student continues to be registered full-time in a program of study within Smith Engineering.  <figure><img src="/images/0070d873-8045-4cc2-9292-5183efc5e1cf?fingerprint=ppb20260619160219" alt="Y. Feng" width="188" height="239" style="width:188px;height:239px;display:inline-block;float:right"><figcaption>Yuyue Feng</figcaption></figure>Yuyue Feng  LCVI graduate Yuyue Feng has been awarded the University of Calgary’s Seymour Schulich Academic Excellence Scholarship for Students Outside the Calgary Area. This scholarship totals $30,400, renewable in the second and third year, and is offered annually for academic excellence to undergraduate students entering first year at the Schulich School of Engineering. <figure><img src="/images/76bab155-7a85-46a5-bc0d-cd3322097ec1?fingerprint=ppb20260619160156" alt="H. Kim" width="188" height="250" style="width:188px;height:250px;display:inline-block;float:left"><figcaption>Hannah Kim</figcaption></figure>Hannah Kim  LCVI graduate Hannah Kim has won the <a href="https://horatioalger.ca/scholarships-and-services/undergraduate-scholarships/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Horatio Alger National Entrepreneurial Scholarship</a> worth $25,000. It is awarded to 10 students across Canada who demonstrate a strong commitment to pursue and begin a Bachelor’s degree program at an accredited university in Canada starting fall 2026, the desire and ability to be entrepreneurial in a chosen field, who have been involved in co-curricular activities and community service, and who display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity. <figure><img src="/images/6dd377bc-9795-494e-8ccc-48a7f4b45079?fingerprint=ppb20260619160211" alt="M. Rouse" width="185" height="233" style="width:185px;height:233px;display:inline-block;float:right"><figcaption>Malika Rouse</figcaption></figure>Malika Rouse  LCVI graduate Malika Rouse has been awarded McMaster University’s <a href="https://registrar.mcmaster.ca/aid-awards-for-black-students/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link">Brighter World Entrance Award</a> of $5,000. This award was established in 2020 by the university to celebrate the achievements of Black students entering an undergraduate program.   <figure><img src="/images/807c331a-1ff3-40c9-aae1-d0a3c99a7490?fingerprint=ppb20260619160150" alt="C. Christopher" width="190" height="240" style="width:190px;height:240px;display:inline-block;float:left"><figcaption>Clara Christopher</figcaption></figure>Clara Christopher  LCVI graduate Clara Christopher has been awarded the Ken and Ann Watts Memorial Foundation Scholarship of $3,000. This scholarship is awarded to students who will be entering a Canadian college or university program which will provide training for an arts career.     Students must have participated in a National Theatre School of Canada’s District Festival production in the year of the application, and have demonstrated exceptional talent in, and commitment to, the arts in their school and community.  Community Foundation for Lennox and Addington Student Awards 2026  On Tuesday, June 9, 2026, the Community Foundation for Lennox and Addington held its annual “Take It for Granted” evening in Selby.  This year, $84,000 in student awards were presented to Limestone District School Board graduating students from Lennox and Addington County who are heading to post-secondary school.   Since inception, the Foundation has distributed $2.16 million to charitable causes and student awards thanks to the generosity of donors. <figure><img src="/images/4887ab46-c977-4bb0-b8e4-0ed91153566b?fingerprint=ppb20260616153438" alt="Group of students who were awarded Community Foundation for Lennox and Addington Student Awards 2026" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><figcaption>Image provided by the Community Foundation for Lennox and Addington</figcaption></figure>Charlotte Uens Student AwardEstablished in 2009, this award is made possible by the donation of Stuart Uens in remembrance of his mother, Charlotte. The Uens family understood the value of working hard. It is designed to help those students who share the Uens’ values of hard work and education by providing annual awards to graduates of Napanee District Secondary School (NDSS) for their post-secondary education.  Maya Bellegarde, Katie Buchan, Jocelyn Corriveau, Abby Kelsey, Natasha Kennedy-Eros, Chloe McArthur, Elizabeth Miller, Finlay Paul, Laney Wansborough, Vienna Ballance-Hinch, Megan Delarosbil, Richard James Punchard, Ryder Steven Punchard, Autumn Ramwood, Noah van der Werf  Mary Jo Field Indigenous Student Award Established in 2024, this student award is made possible by the donation of David Field and family in remembrance of his wife Mary Jo. The Field family understand the value of working hard. They also made education a priority. Understanding that the cost of education could be prohibitive for some students, they established this fund. It is designed to help an Indigenous student, who shares the Fields’ values of hard work and education, to take the next step to a post-secondary school education. Abby Scott, North Addington Education Centre (NAEC)  Werk Poole Student AwardEstablished in 2004, The Werk Poole Student Award was introduced as a tribute to Werk Poole, a leader in the Napanee community for many years. This fund annually disburses an award to a graduating secondary school student, resident of Lennox and Addington County, who has been accepted into a Leadership Training Program. The student will have demonstrated knowledge of, and interest in, the qualities inherent in leadership roles. Significant community ties and volunteer experience would be possible indicators of a student’s commitment to a leadership program. Chloe Mazurski, NAEC  Camden East Women’s Institute Student AwardEstablished in 2006, this fund will provide an annual award for a Napanee District Secondary School student to attend a community college as follows: this student should be a resident of Camden East Ward #1 / Newburgh Ward #2 areas and awarded based upon criteria set out by the Camden East Women’s Institute. Candidates will be recommended by Napanee District Secondary School. Devan Maxwell  Goodyear Student Award  Established in 2002, the Goodyear Award provides an award to a graduating high school student from Lennox and Addington County, for the purpose of post-secondary education and training in technical education. Ryder Steven Punchard, NDSS  Rotary Club of Napanee Service Above Self Student Award Established in 2024, the Napanee Rotary “Service Above Self” Award recognizes one graduating student from each Lennox and Addington high school who is planning on attending post-secondary education. It is designed to support a student who has demonstrated a dedication to serving their community by leading or actively participating in initiatives which improve an aspect of their community in a meaningful way. The three successful students will be chosen by their high schools – NDSS, Ernestown Secondary School (ESS), and NAEC. Karlee Hickey, ESS Abby Kelsey, NDSS Chloe Mazurski, NAEC  Ross and Helen Oliver Student Award   This award is made possible through the donation of John and David Oliver in loving memory of their father, Ross and mother, Helen. The Olivers were both passionate about education and its amazing platform that helps shape the future and personal growth of our young people.  Students must be attending NDSS pursuing post-secondary education in the upcoming school year. Abigail Misevicius Nara Rickard  The Val Brooks-McEwen Memorial Award Established this year, 2026, in memory of Val Brooks-McEwen, recognizing 40 years of service at NDSS. Presented to a graduating NDSS student who exemplifies kindness, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to inclusion. Lauryn Card Ellah Reynolds  Congratulations to all scholarship winners!

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LDSB Students to Represent Canada at European Stock Sport Championships

In August 2026, four Limestone District School Board (LDSB) 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, both in their final year of elementary school. They will be joined by Jayden Kermeen of Frontenac Secondary School and Lucas Hammer of Sydenham High School.Often described as a combination of curling and bocce, stock sport originated centuries ago in the Alpine regions of Austria and Germany. Players slide a stock toward a target, known as a daube, using precision and strategy to place it closer than their opponents. While the sport began on ice, it 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 event. The team will compete against athletes from several nations in Austria, widely considered the heart of the sport. These LDSB students are not only representing Canada—they are making history. This experience will also provide a unique opportunity for international competition and cultural exchange.To help offset travel and accommodation costs, the team has been actively fundraising and seeking sponsorship support. Their next major fundraiser will be a Schnitzel Dinner on July 18, 2026, at Golden Links Hall in Harrowsmith, with both dine-in and take-out options available. Tickets are $25 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" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">hammer4974@gmail.com</a>.<img src="/images/4edd6e3b-0cee-495a-bf45-e3cc340cd19c?fingerprint=ppb20260616161140" alt="655959884 1105359641764020 8980726143196242946 n" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

2026-06-15 19:31:54.688 +0000 UTC