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The Lions' Den- March 23 to March 27

<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Welcome Back Lions</h3><img src="https://cdn.smore.com/u/thumbs/7aa3/thumb-e1418af5467cc3ea85878f56c50b50fa.jpeg" alt="" width="376" height="206" style="border:0px solid rgb(204, 204, 204);boxSizing:border-box;-TwBorderSpacingX:0;-TwBorderSpacingY:0;-TwTranslateX:0;-TwTranslateY:0;-TwRotate:0;-TwSkewX:0;-TwSkewY:0;-TwScaleX:1;-TwScaleY:1;-TwScrollSnapStrictness:proximity;-TwRingOffsetWidth:0px;-TwRingOffsetColor:#fff;-TwRingColor:rgba(49,190,200,.5);-TwRingOffsetShadow:0 0 #0000;-TwRingShadow:0 0 #0000;-TwShadow:0 0 #0000;-TwShadowColored:0 0 #0000;display:block;verticalAlign:middle;height:206px;maxWidth:100%;maxHeight:100%;borderRadius:0.25rem;backgroundColor:transparent;objectFit:contain;width:376px">We hope that our Lions had a great March Break. We can't wait to see all our Lions on Monday morning. It is hard to believe that it's almost the end of March! We look forward to continuing on with the amazing learning and ending the year on a positive note. <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">LPS Cake Bingo</h3><img src="/images/58653185-2dd8-4e3a-8557-43bf7aba35c4" alt="Screenshot 2026 03 22 120540" width="473" height="604" style="width:473px;height:604px;display:inline-block">On Wednesday, April 1, we encourage all Lions' families to join us for a night of fun with our LPS Cake Bingo. Bring your bingo dabbers and play Bingo for your chance to win a cake! It all starts at 6:00 pm in the LPS gym. For $10 per person, you will be able to play 12 games of Bingo, with 12 chances to win a cake. Bingo dabbers, drinks and refreshments will be available for purchase. To help support our fundraiser, we are in need of cake donations (homemade or store bought). All proceeds go to support student activities at Loughborough. If you're planning on attending and/or can donate a cake, please fill out this Google form: <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf8vh1Gzg2xCnuU0XMV5Yr7pCLpsLoetAnaerQpsRs6o6ghtQ/viewform" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Bingo Form</a> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">World Down Syndrome Day</h3><img src="/images/70096a00-8570-45c2-8946-7b0d1fd6ce14" alt="World Down Syndrome Day" width="300" height="193" style="width:300px;height:193px;display:inline-block">On Monday, March 23, our school will recognize World Down Syndrome Day. World Down Syndrome Day occurs every year on March 21. It is a day to celebrate inclusion and raise awareness about Down syndrome. To show our support, we’re inviting all our Lions to wear mismatched, colourful and/or extra socks that day (the fun socks represent how being different is something to celebrate). Thank you for helping us promote kindness, acceptance, and belonging in our school community. <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Epilepsy Awareness Day- Wear Purple</h3><img src="/images/668d5f50-f032-42f8-99eb-807e1b26d744" alt="images Purple Day" width="407" height="305" style="width:407px;height:305px;display:inline-block">We will also be recognizing Epilepsy Awareness Day at school. On Thursday, March 26, students are encouraged to wear purple in support of Epilepsy Awareness Day to help raise awareness and show our school community’s support for individuals and families affected by epilepsy. Thank you for helping us promote understanding, inclusion, and compassion. <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Exciting Hot Lunch News</h3><img src="/images/e2150bcd-9f46-48dd-a82b-0737f7e78741" alt="maccheese (002)" width="168" height="168" style="width:168px;height:168px;display:inline-block">In addition to our delicious Subway subs on Wednesday’s, we are going to be offering Mac & Cheese as a second option.  The Mac & Cheese will be provided by Mike’s Pizza and the cost will be $4.75.  The first date for this yummy lunch option will be March 25th! <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Save the Dates</h3><img src="/images/4f34b9f1-ec40-4898-bc50-73f655d56dbe" alt="savethedate" width="215" height="126" style="width:215px;height:126px;display:inline-block">We have some exciting events coming up. Please save the following dates:LPS Cake Bingo- Wednesday, April 1 from 6:00 to 7:30Family Fun Night- Thursday, May 28 from 5:00 to 8:00Welcome to Kindergarten- Wednesday, June 17 from 5:30 to 6:30 <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">2025-2026 Loughborough Yearbooks</h3><img src="/images/6467f5ef-d248-45b4-ad8a-b2cfc3b387b7" alt="2026Yearbook" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">If you are interested in purchasing a 2025-2026 LPS school yearbook, visit <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fproducts.edgeimaging.ca%2Fyearbooks%2Forder%2FUUS&data=05%7C02%7Cpattisonean%40limestone.on.ca%7C50ea102637764ec37ae108de787c47a9%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639080672421448742%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=rQm2mmgv9cIWcN9OBihjz%2B0f91vnu%2FrcKjQK0xEG%2B80%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://products.edgeimaging.ca/yearbooks/order/UUS. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">https://products.edgeimaging.ca/yearbooks/order/UUS</a>. In the Yearbooks section, enter our school's name or school code: UUS. The last day to purchase a yearbook is April 30. <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Maltby- Circle of Security Sydenham</h3><img src="/images/208b53e2-db51-4804-8bdf-8e4176bc8498" alt="Maltby" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Winter Weather Outdoor Clothing</h3>With the winter weather, comes colder and wetter weather conditions. When deciding if students will go outside for recess, we follow the Public Health extreme cold guidelines. Generally, if the temperature is forecast to be -25C or -28C with the windchill, children are kept inside. If the temperatures are below this threshold, we will try to make it outside for recess. It is important that students come to school with the appropriate outdoor clothing including: winter coat, snow pants, boots, mitts/gloves and a toque. <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Register Your Child Now in LDSB</h3>Do you have a child ready to start Kindergarten this September? If your child is four- or five-years-old by the end of December (2026), <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.limestone.on.ca%2Fkindergarten&data=05%7C02%7Cpattisonean%40limestone.on.ca%7Cef514b16acda4a7acb8308de5f6856de%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639053098964014211%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=hCC1OhjYLoabhSSLsHlOwcMDz0rzCCui7l1F4mKptNU%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">now is the time to register</a>. Limestone offers Kindergarten in both English and French Immersion—where 85% of instruction is in French—plus a strong focus on the core skills of reading, writing, and math. With greater choice in schools and future programming, your child can discover a sense of belonging, while learning the knowledge and skills they need to succeed. For more information, please visit <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.limestone.on.ca%2Fkindergarten&data=05%7C02%7Cpattisonean%40limestone.on.ca%7Cef514b16acda4a7acb8308de5f6856de%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639053098964031647%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=VAZ6O035Ya0K6v6y4RFpvnZkLlNJuKeRJBlrTcpKJBc%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">limestone.on.ca/kindergarten</a>.In Limestone, students may be permitted to attend any school within the board when there is available student space, upon submission and approval of the proper application. Please note only one application per student can be processed; please do not submit more than one application for multiple school locations. If multiple applications are submitted, families will be contacted to select which school application they would like processed, and all other applications will be removed from the system.The board is not responsible for the provision of any transportation for students outside of their regular school boundary area. This applies to both students within Limestone’s geographic boundaries (out of boundary), and students who live outside of those boundaries (out of district). To find the name and location of your in-boundary or home school(s), enter the student’s home address into <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftriboard.mybusplanner.ca%2FEligibility.aspx&data=05%7C02%7Cpattisonean%40limestone.on.ca%7Cef514b16acda4a7acb8308de5f6856de%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639053098964049075%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=dN9rTxCPfUHJgtQT%2BXbYwXWMcw5g3mr0gZ2f7fnOHkQ%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" class="editor-link">Tri-Board's Locate A School tool.</a><a href="about:blank" class="editor-link"> </a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">LPS Talize Fundraiser</h3>We are excited to announce a new fundraiser happening from now until the end of May 2026! We have partnered with Talize Kingston to raise money for student activities. For those who are not familiar with Talize, they are a Canadian-owned and operated for-profit thrift retailer with an outlet in Kingston's West End (near Reid's Dairy).  How do we make money? Talize weighs donations that are made in support of LPS and will give us 20 cents per pound of clothing and housewares, and 10 cents per pound of media (books, CDs etc.). Donations must be given to an attendant at the donation centre during open hours (around the right side of the building) and you must mention that it is in support of Loughborough Public School's fundraiser.See the flyers below for more information, including what items are accepted and what are not.<img src="/images/a577b595-e447-459c-96cd-9c357f576ab0" alt="Screenshot 2025 12 07 123108TL1" width="257" height="352" style="width:257px;height:352px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/d85c9184-f8ef-4504-aaf1-e5e970b2ffcf" alt="Screenshot 2025 12 07 123145TL2" width="259" height="352" style="width:259px;height:352px;display:inline-block"> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Lost and Found- Team ROAR</h3>We have many items in our Lost and Found! Team ROAR meets weekly to organize the items. Please encourage your child(ren) to stop by the front foyer before Friday as we will be donating all items that are leftover. <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.canva.com%2Fdesign%2FDAG3H3jSkY8%2FU17p05hTXqxdNL57lEAOng%2Fwatch%3Futm_content%3DDAG3H3jSkY8%26utm_campaign%3Ddesignshare%26utm_medium%3Dlink2%26utm_source%3Duniquelinks%26utlId%3Dh7d0afa3d1c&data=05%7C02%7Cpattisonean%40limestone.on.ca%7C047d82ae0e364d9d6fd208de7d18c0cd%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639085742453568721%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=PxLmFWsSKh%2FtLb6n8hoslkCP5FIUfKsrgcVzVairrNs%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Click here to view an updated visual of the lost & found items.</a> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Piano Lessons at LPS</h3>Carolyn Schaub, who has been teaching piano at LPS and in the region since 2006, will be offering piano lessons at LPS again this year during the school day. Her goal is to instill the love of making music. Her teaching philosophy and the curricula she uses, can be found at <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.carolynscreative.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cpattisonean%40limestone.on.ca%7Cbfaf43e9ec964cf5c5cf08ddecb0a27c%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638926965767585703%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=GP2cKN1NOyi7bnfpSCFJ5kZy2MWESCqeuflQzkDKkeY%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" class="editor-link">www.carolynscreative.com</a>.  The cost is $27.25 per lesson or $98.10 per month for the school year.  To reserve a piano spot or ask questions please email<a href="mailto:cmschaub@sympatico.ca" class="editor-link">cmschaub@sympatico.ca</a> or call (613)376-6207. <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">News from our Loughborough School Council</h3>Our SAC meetings are always open, and we’d love to see new faces get involved. If you have questions, ideas, or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Stephanie Leonard at <a href="mailto:stephanie_farmer@hotmail.com" title="mailto:stephanie_farmer@hotmail.com" class="editor-link">stephanie_farmer@hotmail.com</a>Our next SAC meeting is on April 14 at 6:00. <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Hot Lunch</h3>Loughborough PS offers the option to order hot lunch 3 days a week. New this year, we will have pizza on Tuesdays from Mike’s Pizza, right here in Sydenham. Wednesdays will be Subway and Mike's Pizza Mac and Cheese, and Thursdays will be Gino’s Chicken Fingers & Fries.  Orders are due the Sunday prior to the week, at midnight.  Place your order at <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.school-day.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cpattisonean%40limestone.on.ca%7C6870e8913cab45e5f38208dde70d3091%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638920766028253839%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Vo6kqGJFHQgIqIrxV5mIwC5zylkCimajDkM8misAHcI%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">https://www.school-day.com</a> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Late or Cancelled Buses</h3>At times, our school buses are cancelled or late to pick up students in the morning or late to school to pick up students at the end of the day. If your child’s bus is late, please visit<a href="http://www.triboard.ca/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link"> www.triboard.ca</a> and click on Delays and Cancellations to check on the status of your child’s bus. As well, you can download the BusPlanner Delays app on your phone. Once you have downloaded the app, you can register to receive bus updates for Loughborough Public School. Once you are registered, you will receive notifications regarding your child(ren)'s bus status if they are delayed or cancelled. <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Week at a Glance</h3>Monday, March 23 Day 4<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Down Syndrome Awareness Day- Wear Mismatched, Colourful and/or Extra Socks</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"> IEPs Go Home</li></ul>Tuesday, March 24 Day 5<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> Hot Lunch- Pizza</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"> Cousins/Jeffrey and Palmer Field Trip</li></ul>Wednesday, March 25 Day 1<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> Hot Lunch- Subway and/or Mac and Cheese</li></ul>Thursday, March 26 Day 2<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Hot Lunch- Chicken Fingers and Fries</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"> JK/SK/Gr. 2 Dental Screening</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"> Epilepsy Awareness Day- Wear Purple</li></ul>Friday, March 27 Day 3<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> </li></ul><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Looking Ahead</h3>Wednesday, April 1<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> Cake Bingo 6:00 to 7:30</li></ul>Thursday, April 2<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> World Autism Day</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"> LPS Spirit and Recognition Assembly</li></ul>Friday, April 3<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> Good Friday Holiday</li></ul>Monday, April 6<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> Easter Monday Holiday</li></ul>Wednesday, April 8<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> International Day of Pink</li></ul>Tuesday, April 14<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> SAC Meeting at 6:00</li></ul>Friday, April 17<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> PA Day</li></ul>Wednesday, April 22<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> Kindergarten Grad Photos</li></ul>

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The Lions' Den- March 9 to March 13

<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Happy March Break Lions</h3><img src="https://cdn.smore.com/u/thumbs/08c4/thumb-b28569fe51b0883424b124dde2ec864a.png" alt="" width="282" height="224" style="border:0px solid rgb(204, 204, 204);boxSizing:border-box;-TwBorderSpacingX:0;-TwBorderSpacingY:0;-TwTranslateX:0;-TwTranslateY:0;-TwRotate:0;-TwSkewX:0;-TwSkewY:0;-TwScaleX:1;-TwScaleY:1;-TwScrollSnapStrictness:proximity;-TwRingOffsetWidth:0px;-TwRingOffsetColor:#fff;-TwRingColor:rgba(49,190,200,.5);-TwRingOffsetShadow:0 0 #0000;-TwRingShadow:0 0 #0000;-TwShadow:0 0 #0000;-TwShadowColored:0 0 #0000;display:block;verticalAlign:middle;height:224px;maxWidth:100%;maxHeight:100%;borderRadius:0.25rem;backgroundColor:transparent;objectFit:contain;width:282px">This will be our last, The Lions' Den, before the March Break. On behalf of all the LPS staff, we hope that our Lions have a great March Break full of rest and relaxation. <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Save the Dates</h3><img src="/images/4f34b9f1-ec40-4898-bc50-73f655d56dbe" alt="savethedate" width="215" height="126" style="width:215px;height:126px;display:inline-block">We have some exciting events coming up. Please save the following dates:LPS Cake Bingo- Wednesday, April 1 from 6:00 to 7:30Family Fun Night- Thursday, May 28 from 5:00 to 8:00Welcome to Kindergarten- Wednesday, June 17 from 5:30 to 6:30 <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Wear Green for St. Patrick's Day</h3><img src="https://cdn.smore.com/u/thumbs/f2eb/thumb-a9e495411afa6d5af816b64e04b9652d.jpeg" alt="" width="225" height="125" style="border:0px solid rgb(204, 204, 204);boxSizing:border-box;-TwBorderSpacingX:0;-TwBorderSpacingY:0;-TwTranslateX:0;-TwTranslateY:0;-TwRotate:0;-TwSkewX:0;-TwSkewY:0;-TwScaleX:1;-TwScaleY:1;-TwScrollSnapStrictness:proximity;-TwRingOffsetWidth:0px;-TwRingOffsetColor:#fff;-TwRingColor:rgba(49,190,200,.5);-TwRingOffsetShadow:0 0 #0000;-TwRingShadow:0 0 #0000;-TwShadow:0 0 #0000;-TwShadowColored:0 0 #0000;display:block;verticalAlign:middle;height:125px;maxWidth:100%;maxHeight:100%;borderRadius:0.25rem;backgroundColor:transparent;objectFit:contain;width:225px">On Friday, March 13, we encourage all our Lions to wear green to show their school spirit in celebrating St. Patrick's Day. <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Own a Piece of Loughborough History</h3><img src="/images/4bf56fbf-4dd1-46dd-9dc6-f8c0b050dc97" alt="libraryfu" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">Our new library furniture has arrived! Now that we have the new furniture, we are looking to get rid of our old library furniture. If you're interested in purchasing a piece of Loughborough history, you can bid on a table and 6 chairs. Please click on the following link for more information and to submit your bid- <a href="https://www.govdeals.ca/en/search?kWord=furniture&zipcode=K7M0G2&miles=25" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Loughborough Furniture</a>. Proceeds from the furniture will go towards purchasing more library furniture and equipment. <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">2025-2026 Loughborough Yearbooks</h3><img src="/images/6467f5ef-d248-45b4-ad8a-b2cfc3b387b7" alt="2026Yearbook" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">If you are interested in purchasing a 2025-2026 LPS school yearbook, visit <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fproducts.edgeimaging.ca%2Fyearbooks%2Forder%2FUUS&data=05%7C02%7Cpattisonean%40limestone.on.ca%7C50ea102637764ec37ae108de787c47a9%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639080672421448742%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=rQm2mmgv9cIWcN9OBihjz%2B0f91vnu%2FrcKjQK0xEG%2B80%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://products.edgeimaging.ca/yearbooks/order/UUS. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">https://products.edgeimaging.ca/yearbooks/order/UUS</a>. In the Yearbooks section, enter our school's name or school code: UUS. The last day to purchase a yearbook is April 30. <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Exciting Hot Lunch News</h3><img src="/images/e2150bcd-9f46-48dd-a82b-0737f7e78741" alt="maccheese (002)" width="168" height="168" style="width:168px;height:168px;display:inline-block">In addition to our delicious Subway subs on Wednesday’s, we are going to be offering Mac & Cheese as a second option.  The Mac & Cheese will be provided by Mike’s Pizza and the cost will be $4.75.  The first date for this yummy lunch option will be March 25th! <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Maltby- Circle of Security Sydenham</h3><img src="/images/208b53e2-db51-4804-8bdf-8e4176bc8498" alt="Maltby" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">A Community Evening with Author Monique Gray Smith</h3><img src="/images/21c8cf3c-29a1-4d54-a601-433a4ab7b03a" alt="Braiding Sweetgrass" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Winter Weather Outdoor Clothing</h3>With the winter weather, comes colder and wetter weather conditions. When deciding if students will go outside for recess, we follow the Public Health extreme cold guidelines. Generally, if the temperature is forecast to be -25C or -28C with the windchill, children are kept inside. If the temperatures are below this threshold, we will try to make it outside for recess. It is important that students come to school with the appropriate outdoor clothing including: winter coat, snow pants, boots, mitts/gloves and a toque. <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Register Your Child Now in LDSB</h3>Do you have a child ready to start Kindergarten this September? If your child is four- or five-years-old by the end of December (2026), <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.limestone.on.ca%2Fkindergarten&data=05%7C02%7Cpattisonean%40limestone.on.ca%7Cef514b16acda4a7acb8308de5f6856de%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639053098964014211%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=hCC1OhjYLoabhSSLsHlOwcMDz0rzCCui7l1F4mKptNU%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">now is the time to register</a>. Limestone offers Kindergarten in both English and French Immersion—where 85% of instruction is in French—plus a strong focus on the core skills of reading, writing, and math. With greater choice in schools and future programming, your child can discover a sense of belonging, while learning the knowledge and skills they need to succeed. For more information, please visit <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.limestone.on.ca%2Fkindergarten&data=05%7C02%7Cpattisonean%40limestone.on.ca%7Cef514b16acda4a7acb8308de5f6856de%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639053098964031647%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=VAZ6O035Ya0K6v6y4RFpvnZkLlNJuKeRJBlrTcpKJBc%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">limestone.on.ca/kindergarten</a>.In Limestone, students may be permitted to attend any school within the board when there is available student space, upon submission and approval of the proper application. Please note only one application per student can be processed; please do not submit more than one application for multiple school locations. If multiple applications are submitted, families will be contacted to select which school application they would like processed, and all other applications will be removed from the system.The board is not responsible for the provision of any transportation for students outside of their regular school boundary area. This applies to both students within Limestone’s geographic boundaries (out of boundary), and students who live outside of those boundaries (out of district). To find the name and location of your in-boundary or home school(s), enter the student’s home address into <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftriboard.mybusplanner.ca%2FEligibility.aspx&data=05%7C02%7Cpattisonean%40limestone.on.ca%7Cef514b16acda4a7acb8308de5f6856de%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639053098964049075%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=dN9rTxCPfUHJgtQT%2BXbYwXWMcw5g3mr0gZ2f7fnOHkQ%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" class="editor-link">Tri-Board's Locate A School tool.</a><a href="about:blank" class="editor-link"> </a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">SHS Youth and Money Workshop</h3><img src="/images/e8b1d4f1-036c-49d6-b44f-ee6e38f91573" alt="SHSYouthand Money Workshop" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">A reminder that on Wednesday, March 11, Sydenham High School is holding a Youth and Money Workshop from 6:30 to 8:00. We encourage all our Loughborough families to participate in this informative workshop! <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">LPS Talize Fundraiser</h3>We are excited to announce a new fundraiser happening from now until the end of May 2026! We have partnered with Talize Kingston to raise money for student activities. For those who are not familiar with Talize, they are a Canadian-owned and operated for-profit thrift retailer with an outlet in Kingston's West End (near Reid's Dairy).  How do we make money? Talize weighs donations that are made in support of LPS and will give us 20 cents per pound of clothing and housewares, and 10 cents per pound of media (books, CDs etc.). Donations must be given to an attendant at the donation centre during open hours (around the right side of the building) and you must mention that it is in support of Loughborough Public School's fundraiser.See the flyers below for more information, including what items are accepted and what are not.<img src="/images/a577b595-e447-459c-96cd-9c357f576ab0" alt="Screenshot 2025 12 07 123108TL1" width="257" height="352" style="width:257px;height:352px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/d85c9184-f8ef-4504-aaf1-e5e970b2ffcf" alt="Screenshot 2025 12 07 123145TL2" width="259" height="352" style="width:259px;height:352px;display:inline-block"> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Lost and Found- Team ROAR</h3>We have many items in our Lost and Found! Team ROAR meets weekly to organize the items. Please encourage your child(ren) to stop by the front foyer before Friday as we will be donating all items that are leftover. <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.canva.com%2Fdesign%2FDAG3H3jSkY8%2FU17p05hTXqxdNL57lEAOng%2Fwatch%3Futm_content%3DDAG3H3jSkY8%26utm_campaign%3Ddesignshare%26utm_medium%3Dlink2%26utm_source%3Duniquelinks%26utlId%3Dh7d0afa3d1c&data=05%7C02%7Cpattisonean%40limestone.on.ca%7C047d82ae0e364d9d6fd208de7d18c0cd%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639085742453568721%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=PxLmFWsSKh%2FtLb6n8hoslkCP5FIUfKsrgcVzVairrNs%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Click here to view an updated visual of the lost & found items.</a> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Piano Lessons at LPS</h3>Carolyn Schaub, who has been teaching piano at LPS and in the region since 2006, will be offering piano lessons at LPS again this year during the school day. Her goal is to instill the love of making music. Her teaching philosophy and the curricula she uses, can be found at <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.carolynscreative.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cpattisonean%40limestone.on.ca%7Cbfaf43e9ec964cf5c5cf08ddecb0a27c%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638926965767585703%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=GP2cKN1NOyi7bnfpSCFJ5kZy2MWESCqeuflQzkDKkeY%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" class="editor-link">www.carolynscreative.com</a>.  The cost is $27.25 per lesson or $98.10 per month for the school year.  To reserve a piano spot or ask questions please email<a href="mailto:cmschaub@sympatico.ca" class="editor-link">cmschaub@sympatico.ca</a> or call (613)376-6207. <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">News from our Loughborough School Council</h3>Our SAC meetings are always open, and we’d love to see new faces get involved. If you have questions, ideas, or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Stephanie Leonard at <a href="mailto:stephanie_farmer@hotmail.com" title="mailto:stephanie_farmer@hotmail.com" class="editor-link">stephanie_farmer@hotmail.com</a>Our next SAC meeting is on April 14 at 6:00. <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Hot Lunch</h3>Loughborough PS offers the option to order hot lunch 3 days a week. New this year, we will have pizza on Tuesdays from Mike’s Pizza, right here in Sydenham. Wednesdays will be Subway and Mike's Pizza Mac and Cheese, and Thursdays will be Gino’s Chicken Fingers & Fries.  Orders are due the Sunday prior to the week, at midnight.  Place your order at <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.school-day.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cpattisonean%40limestone.on.ca%7C6870e8913cab45e5f38208dde70d3091%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638920766028253839%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Vo6kqGJFHQgIqIrxV5mIwC5zylkCimajDkM8misAHcI%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">https://www.school-day.com</a> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Late or Cancelled Buses</h3>At times, our school buses are cancelled or late to pick up students in the morning or late to school to pick up students at the end of the day. If your child’s bus is late, please visit<a href="http://www.triboard.ca/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link"> www.triboard.ca</a> and click on Delays and Cancellations to check on the status of your child’s bus. As well, you can download the BusPlanner Delays app on your phone. Once you have downloaded the app, you can register to receive bus updates for Loughborough Public School. Once you are registered, you will receive notifications regarding your child(ren)'s bus status if they are delayed or cancelled. <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Week at a Glance</h3>Monday, March 9 Day 4<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> Blais and Hetherington Field Trip</li></ul>Tuesday, March 10 Day 5<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> Hot Lunch- Pizza</li></ul>Wednesday, March 11 Day 1<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> Hot Lunch- Subway</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"> SHS Youth and Money Workshop</li></ul>Thursday, March 12 Day 2<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Hot Lunch- Chicken Fingers and Fries</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"> Braiding Sweetgrass Event at 6:30</li></ul>Friday, March 13 Day 3<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> Hull and Duncan Field Trip</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"> Wear Green for St. Patrick's Day</li></ul><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Looking Ahead</h3>Monday, March 16 to Friday, March 20<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> March Break</li></ul>Monday, March 23<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> IEPs Go Home</li></ul>Tuesday, March 24<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> Cousins/Jeffrey and Palmer Field Trip</li></ul>Thursday, March 26<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> JK/SK/Gr. 2 Dental Screening</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"> Epilepsy Awareness Day- Wear Purple</li></ul>Wednesday, April 1<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> Cake Bingo 6:00 to 7:30</li></ul>Thursday, April 2<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> World Autism Day</li></ul>Friday, April 3<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> Good Friday Holiday</li></ul>Monday, April 6<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> Easter Monday Holiday</li></ul>Wednesday, April 8<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> International Day of Pink</li></ul>Tuesday, April 14<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> SAC Meeting at 6:00</li></ul>Friday, April 17<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> PA Day</li></ul>Wednesday, April 22<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> Kindergarten Grad Photos</li></ul>

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The Lions' Den- March 2 to March 6

<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Our Loughborough Lions Have Made The News!</h3>After breaking the Canadian Guinness World Record for the longest Rainbow Loom chain, we are very proud to see the accomplishment of our Rainbow Loom Club in the news! To view this newsworthy article, please visit <a href="https://www.kingstonist.com/news/loughborough-public-school-students-break-canadian-guinness-world-record-for-the-longest-rainbow-loom-chain/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Loughborough Rainbow Loom Club</a>.<img src="/images/50dd1625-9c34-4110-a267-36cf535ee153" alt="Rainbow Loom Club" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Mental Health Webinars</h3>We are excited to share a valuable opportunity to support your child’s well-being. School Mental Health Ontario is offering a <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fhwdsb86405.acemlna.com%2Flt.php%3Fx%3D4lZy~GE5U3jM6KKsyNHIUBSg~a2mjt9vv-g1jaTJIXPL65J~_Ey7xOlr23Mn-RVfjDZo2nfEIYGg6HCKyNyYWOZw1k&data=05%7C02%7Cpattisonean%40limestone.on.ca%7C793a1591a7a64b0ab0fa08de6a5e7cd8%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639065151572145139%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=%2FMOY0n1IRtUmHUkom1r6M0xUmuZYrKuVhpUxlE1RRo8%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="Original URL: https://hwdsb86405.acemlna.com/lt.php?x=4lZy~GE5U3jM6KKsyNHIUBSg~a2mjt9vv-g1jaTJIXPL65J~_Ey7xOlr23Mn-RVfjDZo2nfEIYGg6HCKyNyYWOZw1k. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">free webinar series</a> as part of the <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fhwdsb86405.acemlna.com%2Flt.php%3Fx%3D4lZy~GE5U3jM6KKsyNHIUBSg~a2mjt9vv-g1jaTJIXPL65J~_Ey7xOlr23Mn-RVfjDZo2nfEIYGg6HCKyNyYWOZw1E&data=05%7C02%7Cpattisonean%40limestone.on.ca%7C793a1591a7a64b0ab0fa08de6a5e7cd8%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639065151572185752%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=N8lUQKas8kDLnuaeFMjij4zENNIabYpzud2HFxfdKH0%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="Original URL: https://hwdsb86405.acemlna.com/lt.php?x=4lZy~GE5U3jM6KKsyNHIUBSg~a2mjt9vv-g1jaTJIXPL65J~_Ey7xOlr23Mn-RVfjDZo2nfEIYGg6HCKyNyYWOZw1E. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">By Your Side</a><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fhwdsb86405.acemlna.com%2Flt.php%3Fx%3D4lZy~GE5U3jM6KKsyNHIUBSg~a2mjt9vv-g1jaTJIXPL65J~_Ey7xOlr23Mn-RVfjDZo2nfEIYGg6HCKyNyYWOZw1E&data=05%7C02%7Cpattisonean%40limestone.on.ca%7C793a1591a7a64b0ab0fa08de6a5e7cd8%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639065151572220710%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=JvBUUz5GF2bit0FqB4mfEbwuuQVOBRHEK0e6b1WhexU%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="Original URL: https://hwdsb86405.acemlna.com/lt.php?x=4lZy~GE5U3jM6KKsyNHIUBSg~a2mjt9vv-g1jaTJIXPL65J~_Ey7xOlr23Mn-RVfjDZo2nfEIYGg6HCKyNyYWOZw1E. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"> Learning Hub</a>, designed to help parents and caregivers navigate important topics to support their children’s mental health.  This expert-led series will provide insights and practical strategies on:  ✅ balanced device use ✅ vaping ✅ body image ✅ anxiety The webinars will also include answers to questions that parents/caregivers can provide ahead of the webinar, giving you the chance to ask questions and gain practical guidance.  📅 Sessions run March to June  💻 <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fhwdsb86405.acemlna.com%2Flt.php%3Fx%3D4lZy~GE5U3jM6KKsyNHIUBSg~a2mjt9vv-g1jaTJIXPL65J~_Ey7xOlr23Mn-RVfjDZo2nfEIYGg6HCKyNyYWOZw10&data=05%7C02%7Cpattisonean%40limestone.on.ca%7C793a1591a7a64b0ab0fa08de6a5e7cd8%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639065151572251968%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=7XM2hHyn5LR3Xq0hiCOB1k%2BmqgozK43Dy4CuTy4oVVg%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="Original URL: https://hwdsb86405.acemlna.com/lt.php?x=4lZy~GE5U3jM6KKsyNHIUBSg~a2mjt9vv-g1jaTJIXPL65J~_Ey7xOlr23Mn-RVfjDZo2nfEIYGg6HCKyNyYWOZw10. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">Register for free today</a>   We encourage all parents and caregivers to participate in this informative series. Together, we can support the well-being of our children and communities. <img src="/images/b803d6f4-3ee1-4047-a0db-84336d457df4" alt="Courses" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Maltby- Circle of Security Sydenham</h3><img src="/images/208b53e2-db51-4804-8bdf-8e4176bc8498" alt="Maltby" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">A Community Evening with Author Monique Gray Smith</h3><img src="/images/21c8cf3c-29a1-4d54-a601-433a4ab7b03a" alt="Braiding Sweetgrass" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Winter Weather Outdoor Clothing</h3>With the winter weather, comes colder and wetter weather conditions. When deciding if students will go outside for recess, we follow the Public Health extreme cold guidelines. Generally, if the temperature is forecast to be -25C or -28C with the windchill, children are kept inside. If the temperatures are below this threshold, we will try to make it outside for recess. It is important that students come to school with the appropriate outdoor clothing including: winter coat, snow pants, boots, mitts/gloves and a toque. <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Register Your Child Now in LDSB</h3>Do you have a child ready to start Kindergarten this September? If your child is four- or five-years-old by the end of December (2026), <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.limestone.on.ca%2Fkindergarten&data=05%7C02%7Cpattisonean%40limestone.on.ca%7Cef514b16acda4a7acb8308de5f6856de%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639053098964014211%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=hCC1OhjYLoabhSSLsHlOwcMDz0rzCCui7l1F4mKptNU%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">now is the time to register</a>. Limestone offers Kindergarten in both English and French Immersion—where 85% of instruction is in French—plus a strong focus on the core skills of reading, writing, and math. With greater choice in schools and future programming, your child can discover a sense of belonging, while learning the knowledge and skills they need to succeed. For more information, please visit <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.limestone.on.ca%2Fkindergarten&data=05%7C02%7Cpattisonean%40limestone.on.ca%7Cef514b16acda4a7acb8308de5f6856de%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639053098964031647%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=VAZ6O035Ya0K6v6y4RFpvnZkLlNJuKeRJBlrTcpKJBc%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">limestone.on.ca/kindergarten</a>.In Limestone, students may be permitted to attend any school within the board when there is available student space, upon submission and approval of the proper application. Please note only one application per student can be processed; please do not submit more than one application for multiple school locations. If multiple applications are submitted, families will be contacted to select which school application they would like processed, and all other applications will be removed from the system.The board is not responsible for the provision of any transportation for students outside of their regular school boundary area. This applies to both students within Limestone’s geographic boundaries (out of boundary), and students who live outside of those boundaries (out of district). To find the name and location of your in-boundary or home school(s), enter the student’s home address into <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftriboard.mybusplanner.ca%2FEligibility.aspx&data=05%7C02%7Cpattisonean%40limestone.on.ca%7Cef514b16acda4a7acb8308de5f6856de%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639053098964049075%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=dN9rTxCPfUHJgtQT%2BXbYwXWMcw5g3mr0gZ2f7fnOHkQ%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" class="editor-link">Tri-Board's Locate A School tool.</a><a href="about:blank" class="editor-link"> </a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">SHS Youth and Money Workshop</h3><img src="/images/e8b1d4f1-036c-49d6-b44f-ee6e38f91573" alt="SHSYouthand Money Workshop" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">LPS Talize Fundraiser</h3>We are excited to announce a new fundraiser happening from now until the end of May 2026! We have partnered with Talize Kingston to raise money for student activities. For those who are not familiar with Talize, they are a Canadian-owned and operated for-profit thrift retailer with an outlet in Kingston's West End (near Reid's Dairy).  How do we make money? Talize weighs donations that are made in support of LPS and will give us 20 cents per pound of clothing and housewares, and 10 cents per pound of media (books, CDs etc.). Donations must be given to an attendant at the donation centre during open hours (around the right side of the building) and you must mention that it is in support of Loughborough Public School's fundraiser.See the flyers below for more information, including what items are accepted and what are not.<img src="/images/a577b595-e447-459c-96cd-9c357f576ab0" alt="Screenshot 2025 12 07 123108TL1" width="257" height="352" style="width:257px;height:352px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/d85c9184-f8ef-4504-aaf1-e5e970b2ffcf" alt="Screenshot 2025 12 07 123145TL2" width="259" height="352" style="width:259px;height:352px;display:inline-block"> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Lost and Found- Team ROAR</h3>We have many items in our Lost and Found. Please visit <a href="https://www.canva.com/design/DAG3H3jSkY8/U17p05hTXqxdNL57lEAOng/watch?utm_content=DAG3H3jSkY8&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h7d0afa3d1c" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Team ROAR</a> to see if any items in our Lost and Found belong to your child. <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Piano Lessons at LPS</h3>Carolyn Schaub, who has been teaching piano at LPS and in the region since 2006, will be offering piano lessons at LPS again this year during the school day. Her goal is to instill the love of making music. Her teaching philosophy and the curricula she uses, can be found at <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.carolynscreative.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cpattisonean%40limestone.on.ca%7Cbfaf43e9ec964cf5c5cf08ddecb0a27c%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638926965767585703%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=GP2cKN1NOyi7bnfpSCFJ5kZy2MWESCqeuflQzkDKkeY%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" class="editor-link">www.carolynscreative.com</a>.  The cost is $27.25 per lesson or $98.10 per month for the school year.  To reserve a piano spot or ask questions please email<a href="mailto:cmschaub@sympatico.ca" class="editor-link">cmschaub@sympatico.ca</a> or call (613)376-6207. <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">News from our Loughborough School Council</h3>Our SAC meetings are always open, and we’d love to see new faces get involved. If you have questions, ideas, or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Stephanie Leonard at <a href="mailto:stephanie_farmer@hotmail.com" title="mailto:stephanie_farmer@hotmail.com" class="editor-link">stephanie_farmer@hotmail.com</a>Our next SAC meeting is on April 14 at 6:00. <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Hot Lunch</h3>Loughborough PS offers the option to order hot lunch 3 days a week. New this year, we will have pizza on Tuesdays from Mike’s Pizza, right here in Sydenham. Wednesdays will be Subway and Thursdays will be Gino’s Chicken Fingers & Fries.  Orders are due the Sunday prior to the week, at midnight.  Place your order at <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.school-day.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cpattisonean%40limestone.on.ca%7C6870e8913cab45e5f38208dde70d3091%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638920766028253839%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Vo6kqGJFHQgIqIrxV5mIwC5zylkCimajDkM8misAHcI%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">https://www.school-day.com</a> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Late or Cancelled Buses</h3>At times, our school buses are cancelled or late to pick up students in the morning or late to school to pick up students at the end of the day. If your child’s bus is late, please visit<a href="http://www.triboard.ca/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="editor-link"> www.triboard.ca</a> and click on Delays and Cancellations to check on the status of your child’s bus. As well, you can download the BusPlanner Delays app on your phone. Once you have downloaded the app, you can register to receive bus updates for Loughborough Public School. Once you are registered, you will receive notifications regarding your child(ren)'s bus status if they are delayed or cancelled. <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Week at a Glance</h3>Monday, March 2 Day 4<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> Primary Olympic Play Day</li></ul>Tuesday, March 3 Day 5<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> Hot Lunch- Pizza</li></ul>Wednesday, March 4 Day 1<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> Hot Lunch- Subway</li></ul>Thursday, March 5 Day 2<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Hot Lunch- Chicken Fingers and Fries</li></ul>Friday, March 6 Day 3<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> </li></ul><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Looking Ahead</h3>Sunday, March 8<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> International Women's Day</li></ul>Monday, March 9<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> Blais and Hetherington Field Trip</li></ul>Friday, March 13<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> Hull and Duncan Field Trip</li></ul>Monday, March 16 to Friday, March 20<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> March Break</li></ul>Monday, March 23<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> IEPs Go Home</li></ul>Tuesday, March 24<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> Cousins/Jeffrey and Palmer Field Trip</li></ul>Thursday, March 26<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"> JK/SK/Gr. 2 Dental Screening</li></ul>

2026-03-01 22:27:27.059 +0000 UTC

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Welcome to Loughborough Public School nestled in the beautiful village of Sydenham, about 20 minutes north of the city of Kingston. We are a Kindergarten to Grade 8 school that serves students in South Frontenac Township. We are also home to the Challenge North program, one of the Choices At Seven programs offered by the Limestone District School Board.

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Message from the Director - March 5, 2026

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

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

Limestone District School Board Welcomes 2026–2027 Student Trustees

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

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

Message from the Director - February 20, 2026

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

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

Land Acknowledgement

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