Morning Entry Routines
To reduce the amount of congestion on the yard and to ensure the safety of our students, we kindly ask that parents who drop off their child(ren), drop them off at the gates (Kindergarten gate and gate close to the greenhouse). We truly appreciate your support with ensuring the safety of our Lions.
Data Verification and Digital Acceptable Use Forms
Data Verification forms and Digital Acceptable Use forms (Grades 1 to 8) will be sent home with students this week. We ask that these forms are reviewed and returned as soon as possible.
RecycleYourRead
Once again this year, we will be having the "Recycle Your Read" sale. The books will be located in the library during the Open House, as well as during the day for students to purchase.
Please send in gently used books (games and puzzles are also accepted) to the library in the coming week.
Everything will be $1 and all the money will go towards student activities at Loughborough Public School.
Terry Fox Run
This year marks the 45th anniversary of Terry Fox's Marathon of Hope. Our goal this year is to raise $5,190 – which is only $1 more than we raised last year. In LPS’s 20 years of participating in the Terry Fox School Run, we have raised an amazing $49,741.46 for the Terry Fox Foundation! Over 75% of every dollar raised goes directly to cancer research. After our second week into our new school year, we have already raised $1,470 through online donations and 45th Anniversary T-shirt sales!
There are three ways you can help us meet our goal:
• By bringing in a “toonie” for Terry ($2) by Friday October 3rd, 2025 and giving it to your homeroom teacher so it can be added to your class's total
• By sharing LPS’s online fundraising page with friends and family https://schools.terryfox.ca/LoughboroughPSSydenham
• By ordering a Limited Edition 45th Anniversary Terry Fox Run T-shirt through your School-Day.com account under ‘products’. (Youth sizes: $25, Adult sizes: $30 +SchoolDay Fee). Deadline to order will be extended to Wednesday September 17th!
Our Terry Fox School Run date is set for Friday October 3rd, 2025. Students are encouraged to wear their Terry Fox Run t-shirt (new or old!) or school spirit wear or colours.
News from KFLA Public Health
EmergencyDrills
During the months of September and October, our Lions will be participating in our Emergency Drills- Fire Drill, Hold and Secure Drill and Lockdown Drill. These drills are important to ensure that students are aware of the expectations and routines in case of an emergency. Please take the time to discuss the importance of these drills with your child(ren) and why we take the time to practice.
Human Development and Sexual Health
Below is a link to the list of Human Development and Sexual Health curriculum from grades 1 to grade 8. Please review the expectations and only fill out the exemption form (second link) if you would like your child to be exempted from the Human Development and Sexual Health portion of their Health class.
Families will get a "heads up" from your child's health teacher a couple of weeks prior to Human Development and Sexual Health being taught in their classroom.
You can view "Appendix D - List of H.D. and S.H. Instruction Expectations by Grade at:
You can view "Appendix B - Exemption Letter Parent Request at:
Loughborough Public School Open House
We are very excited to welcome our Loughborough community to our LPS Open House. This will be an opportunity to meet your child(ren)'s teacher(s) and to learn about the focus of your child(ren)'s classroom. The Open House will be held on Thursday, September 25 from 5:00 to 6:00.
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
Dear Loughborough Families,
Welcome back! We hope you and your children had a wonderful summer and are excited for another great year at Loughborough Public School.
The School Advisory Council (SAC) is a volunteer group of parents and guardians who work together to support our school community through fundraising, family engagement, and events that bring us all together. This year, we would love to see even more families get involved!
Being part of SAC is a great way to:
· Stay informed about what’s happening at the school
· Share your ideas and voice as a parent/guardian
· Help make a difference in your child’s school experience
Our first meeting and elections will be held on Tuesday, September 16th at 6:00 p.m. in the school library. Everyone is welcome—whether you’d like to put your name forward for a role or just come listen and learn more.
Below is a list of the SAC positions and their descriptions so you can see where you might be interested in helping out — you’re also welcome to share a role with someone else or simply attend meetings.
We hope you’ll join us and help shape another exciting year at Loughborough!
Warm regards,
Stephanie Leonard
School Advisory Council Chair - Loughborough Public School
School Advisory Council
Chair / Vice-Chair (Voting Members)
- Attend at least four meetings per year
- Organize and facilitate meetings in a positive and productive way
- Work with the Principal, Vice-Principal, and staff on behalf of the Council
- Prepare agendas and ensure minutes are recorded and maintained
- Consult with parents/guardians on activities (fundraisers, engagement events, etc.)
- Act as a bridge between families, the school, and the wider community
- Support open communication, encourage parent voices, and help resolve conflicts
- Participate as ex-officio members on all committees of the School Council
Secretary (Voting Member)
- Attend at least four meetings per year
- Take accurate meeting minutes, edit them, and share with families two weeks before the next meeting (after approval)
Treasurer (Voting Member)
- Keep Council informed on budget and financial matters
- Present monthly financial reports to families, Principal, and Vice-Principal
- Work with school administrators on program accounts
- Accurately count funds raised, prepare deposits, and ensure money handling follows school procedures (with two SAC members present, during school hours, on school grounds)
Community Representative (Voting Member)
- Contribute to School Council discussions
- Represent the perspective of the community
- Participate on committees as needed
- Help build partnerships and connections between the school and the community
Fundraising Representative (Voting Member)
- Research and recommend fundraising opportunities
- Advise SAC on the best fundraising options for the year
- Help organize and coordinate volunteers for fundraising events and projects
Indigenous Family Representative (Voting Member)
- Act as a bridge between Indigenous families and the school
- Promote cultural safety and traditional values
- Advocate for the needs of Indigenous students
- Support cultural initiatives and school events
- Collaborate with families, the school, and community resources to ensure culturally relevant experiences
Communications & Social Media Representative (Voting Member)
- Share school and community updates on social media (including urgent notices like bus delays or school closures)
- Approve posts and new members
- Moderate online discussions for respectful participation
- Create posts for school-related events and design flyers/posters as needed
Volunteer Coordinator (Voting Member – New Position)
- Promote parent engagement and involvement
- Recruit volunteers for Council and school events (fundraisers, workshops, library, classrooms, etc.)
- Act as a liaison between the school, Parent Council, and parents on volunteer opportunities
- Work with teachers to include and encourage student volunteers
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
Monday, September 15 -Day 4
- New Class Placements Officially Begin
- Bus Patroller Training
Tuesday, September 16 -Day 5
- Hot Lunch- Pizza
- School Council Meeting at 6:00
Wednesday, September 17 -Day 1
- Hot Lunch- Subs
Thursday, September 18 -Day 2
- Hot Lunch- Chicken Fingers and Fries
- Grade 7/8 Vaccination Consent Forms are Due
Friday, September 19 -Day 3
Looking Ahead
Monday, September 22 to Friday, September 26
- International Week of Deaf People
Tuesday, September 23
- Lockdown Drill
Thursday, September 25
- LPS Open House from 5:00 to 6:00
- Hold and Secure Drill
Friday, September 26
- Fire Drill
Monday, September 29
- Fire Drill
Tuesday, September 30
- National Day for Truth and Reconciliation- Orange Shirt Day
Month of October
- LD Awareness Month
Thursday, October 2
- Northern Classic Cross Country Meet
Friday, October 3
- LPS Terry Fox Run
Sunday, October 5
- World Education Day
Wednesday, October 8
- Fire Drill
Monday, October 13
- Thanksgiving Holiday
Thursday, October 14
- LESSA Cross Country Meet
Wednesday, October 22
- Cross Country District Championships
Monday, October 27
- Bus Safety Presentations