Indigenous Education Month
The month of November is Indigenous Education Month. During the month, we will be taking the time to learn and deepen our understanding of Indigenous history, cultures, and traditions. Throughout the month, staff will be implementing Indigenous teachings, lessons, and activities into their daily programming.
Our Lions will recognize Treaties Recognition Week from November 2 to November 8. The week is dedicated to honoring the importance of treaties and helps students to learn more about treaty rights and relationships. The week was created in 2016 and was one of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action as way to honoring the importance of treaties and to help students learn more about treaty rights and relationships as we work towards reconciliation.
International Inuit Day will be recognized on Friday, November 7. International Inuit Day is a day to learn more about Inuit cultures, languages, and innovations from across Canada.
National Indigenous Veterans Day is recognized every November 8th. Classes will be recognizing National Indigenous Veterans Day by learning about the impact and contributions of Indigenous peoples and learning about the monuments that are dedicated to Indigenous peoples who have and continue to serve in the Canadian Armed Forces. Part of this learning will be about teaching and understanding the distinct experiences that Indigenous peoples faced while serving and returning from military service.
On November 14, our Lions will recognize and commemorate the legacy of Louis Riel. We will take the time to reflect on his impact and recognize his advocacy and sacrifices for the protection of the rights and culture of the Metis peoples.
Peanut and Tree Nut Free
A friendly reminder that Loughborough PS is a Peanut/Tree Nut Aware school, when sending your child in with Halloween candy. We have several students who have severe peanut and tree nut allergies. We appreciate your support in ensuring our students' safety.
Lost and Found- Team ROAR
We have many items in our Lost and Found. Please visit Team ROAR to see if any items in our Lost and Found belong to your child.
Remembrance Day/Poppies
On Tuesday, November 11, our Loughborough Lions will be commemorating Remembrance Day. This is an opportunity for our Lions to honor those who have served and continue to serve our country. We encourage all our Lions to wear red and black for Red, Black and Poppy Day.
As well, all students will be given a poppy from the Royal Canadian Legion. Students are encouraged to bring in a donation to support the Legion.
Scholastic Book Fair
Our Loughborough Scholastic Book Fair is scheduled for the week of November 10 to November 13. Students will have the opportunity to purchase books starting on Monday, November 10. On Monday, November 10 and Wednesday, November 12, the book fair will remain open until 5:00 for families to visit and to purchase books.
See Yourself in Limestone- Student Census Survey
Limestone is committed to creating safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environments for all students. To help us better understand how students’ identities and experiences relate to their achievement and well-being, we are launching our second See Yourself in Limestone Student Census Survey this fall.
The census is a voluntary and confidential survey for students in Grades 4 to 12, running from November 24 to 28, 2025. It gathers information about students’ identities and their experiences at school. This data is then paired with academic information to help us understand what school is like for different groups of students.
Important information for families:
- The survey is optional.
- Responses are confidential and students can skip any questions they do not wish to answer.
- Students will complete the survey during class time.
- Students who do not participate will be provided with an alternative activity.
Families who do not want their student(s) to complete the survey must contact their school principal by Friday, November 14, 2025. Opting out means the student will not receive the survey in their e-mail inbox.
By better understanding students’ identities and experiences, we can remove barriers and better support students in accessing what they need to succeed.
Learn more about the Student Census and how it supports equity in Limestone: limestone.on.ca/student_census
2026-2029 LDSB Accessibility Plan
The Limestone District School Board is committed to fostering accessibility and inclusion for all. We are currently developing our next Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and invite feedback from students, staff, families, and community members.
Your input will help ensure our goals reflect the diverse needs and lived experiences across our school communities. Please visit bit.ly/LDSB2025-2029AccessibilityPlan to provide input. The survey is open until November 10, 2025.
Piano Lessons at LPS
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 www.carolynscreative.com. 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 emailcmschaub@sympatico.ca or call (613)376-6207.
News from our Loughborough School Council
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 stephanie_farmer@hotmail.com
Our next SAC meeting is on Tuesday, November 11 at 6:00.
Hot Lunch
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. Lunch orders will begin the week of September 15th. Place your order at https://www.school-day.com
Late or Cancelled Buses
At times, our school buses are late to pick up students in the morning or are late getting to school to pick up students at the end of the day. If your child’s bus is late, please visit www.triboard.ca and click on Delays and Cancellations to check on the status of your child’s bus.
Week at a Glance
Month of November
- Indigenous Education Month
Week of November 2 to November 8
- Treaties Recognition Week
Monday, November 3 Day 2
- Cousins/Jeffrey, Reddick/Thrasher, Jamieson/Groenewegen, and Palmer Field Trip
Tuesday, November 4 Day 3
- Hot Lunch- Pizza
Wednesday, November 5 Day 4
- Hot Lunch- Subs
Thursday, November 6 Day 5
- Hot Lunch- Chicken Fingers and Fries
- Senior Boys Volleyball Game
Friday, November 7 Day 1
- Senior Girls' and Boys' Volleyball Tournament (Friday and Saturday)
- International Inuit Day
Looking Ahead
Saturday, November 8
- National Indigenous Veterans Day
Week of November 10 to November 13
- Scholastic Book Fair
Monday, November 10
- Senior Boys' Volleyball Game
- Book Fair Open Until 5:00
Tuesday, November 11
- Remembrance Day
- SAC Meeting at 6:00
- Senior Boys' Volleyball Game
Wednesday, November 12
- Rowley and Frank Field Trip
- Book Fair Open Until 5:00
Thursday, November 13
- Progress Reports Go Home
Friday, November 14
- PA Day
- Senior Girls' and Boys' Volleyball Tournament (Friday and Saturday)
Sunday, November 16
- Louis Riel Day
Monday, November 17
- Senior Boys' Volleyball Game
- Beers and Miller/Kanellos/Teepell Field Trip
Wednesday, November 19
- Senior Boys' Volleyball Game
Friday, November 21
- Lumberjack (plaid) or Camo Day
- Senior Girls' and Boys' Volleyball Tournament (Friday and Saturday)
Week of November 24 to November 28
- Student Census Week
Wednesday, November 26
- Picture Retake and Class Photo Day
Friday, November 28
- Grade 7/8 Immunizations