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Pancake Breakfast in Gym during Kindness Week

Parent Council serving pancakes to our students during Kindness week.

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News From the Tiger’s Den - March 9th, 2026

Dear Tiger Families, It is beginning to feel like Spring might be in the air. We celebrated the March Success Assembly on Friday afterrnoon as a school community. <img src="/images/b35afab4-468f-4e80-82bc-a472afdea2d0" alt="2026March10" width="417" height="312" style="width:417px;height:312px;display:inline-block;float:right">Congratulations to Mary A., Thomas W., Brianna M., Della W., Aurora E-S., Lucas P., and Ben H. as they were all recognized as "Tigers in the Spotlight" at the assembly. All of these students have set goals for themselves and worked exceptionally hard to acheive them this month. The name of our new Odessa Tiger was revealed at the assembly on Friday. All students had an opportunity to make suggestions for the name. The suggestions were shortlisted to the following names: Tiggy, Tyrone, Stripes and Roary. The voting took place on Thursday, March 5th. We are excited to name our new tiger... STRIPES! Stripes received twice as many votes as any of the other names. We look forward to continuing to see Stripes around the school and at community events.The school has completed all of the purchases from the Indigo Love of Reading Grant. We were lucky to receive close to $11 000 in resources for our school. Students and staff made suggestions and we added MANY books to the classroom libraries, as well as the main library. There were also a large selection of books purchased for teachers to use as mentor texts in classrooms. The grant also allowed us to add a number of educational games to our library game cart. The students had the opportunity to try out some of the newest ones at games club this week. Thanks again to Mrs. T who was instrumental in organizing the Indigo Love of Reading Grant and program. We appreciate all of your hard work!As always, please reach out to us if you have questions or need support. Take care,K. Esford, Principal<img src="/images/6760cadd-1ead-4645-a915-1f60e0d80338" alt="2026March11" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/2217496f-a032-4d7c-88e3-6f38ae49cd28" alt="2025October22" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"> </h2><img src="/images/4bf66bb6-107a-4f69-97a6-d77488c0c140" alt="2026March8" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/808a8ccb-026a-434a-80d3-a2043494b6fb" alt="2026March3" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/a299816a-67d1-4149-b9fd-0e9c31ce56c2" alt="2026February31" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/f05f0e70-9777-4085-8ef0-aac5affa75ab" alt="LDSB Kindergarten Student Registration Website Graphic" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"> </h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Odessa Lost and Found</h2> <img src="/images/d330f6d2-7ea9-4e02-997a-9ac59cfb27ca" alt="2026February9" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Important Links for Families</h2> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fodessapublicschool.entripyshops.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cesfordk%40limestone.on.ca%7C9249cf4f26894cf7037408ddf1373da3%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638931941822133075%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=ecy5PgJbemRaTCQDcQW2cVBEJiBGMYvAWoHD3RV%2BZsI%3D&reserved=0" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Odessa Public School Spirit Wear eStore</a></h2> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.school-day.com/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">School Day</a></h2> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.loyalist.ca/media/lf4ps1su/autumn-guide.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Loyalist Township Online Registration Guide</a></h2> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">How to Order Hot Lunch through LunchBox</h2><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="8c734ab0-3399-4236-840e-05e9a7800e18"></ie-document><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="6ee06426-d7c5-4020-9c16-469b0b20dea7"></ie-document> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Events for the Calendar </h2><img src="/images/5ff8b400-7999-4369-a8fc-57fd5270356e" alt="2026March9" width="338" height="450" style="width:338px;height:450px;display:inline-block;float:right">Monday, March 16th- March Break BeginsFriday, March 20th- March Break EndsMonday, March 23rd- Term 2 IEPs go homeTuesday, March 31st- Little Cat Trip for Grade 1/2 and Grade 2Friday, April 3rd- No School TodayMonday, April 6th- No School TodayFriday, April 10th- Success Assembly at 8:30 amFriday, April 17th- PA DayTuesday, April 21st- Staff Meeting at 2:30 pm, School Council at 6:30 pm <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Contact Us</h2> 10 North St.Odessa, Ontario, K0H2H0613-386-3022odesa@limestone.on.ca <img src="/images/50ffcf70-7ef1-46f4-a824-35d7c4f9a68e" alt="Odessa1" width="187" height="187" style="width:187px;height:187px;display:inline-block;float:right">Visit us on the web at <a href="https://www.odessa.limestone.on.ca/" class="editor-link">odessa.limestone.on.ca</a>

2026-03-06 18:59:32.385 +0000 UTC

News From the Tiger’s Den - March 2nd, 2024

Dear Tiger Families, <img src="/images/879b519f-7d99-42b9-abcd-fffe0b412d35" alt="2026March2" width="319" height="425" style="width:319px;height:425px;display:inline-block;float:right">Welcome March! Here's hoping that the Spring weather is on it's way. We wrapped up February at school on Friday with the Odessa Winter Olympics outdoors. Students had the opportunity to participate in many fun outdoor competitions as part of a team. The teams consisted of students from a variety of different grades. This was a fantastic opportunity to make connections with other students and build on students' positive sense of belonging at school. Thank you to the School Council for providing a snack for all of the students at the break station. We loved the Oreos!Last week, students also had the opportunity to participate in Dance Workshops that were organized by Mrs. Allen. All classes had an opportunity to participate and the engagement was excellent. We were very proud of our students for taking risks and trying something new.We would like to welcome Ms. Danielle Coulas to the team at Odessa Public School. Ms. Coulas will be teaching in the Grade 5/6 classroom while Mrs. Brooks is on leave. She is joining us from JG Simcoe Public School where she was also teaching Grade 5/6.The minutes of the February School Council Meeting are included below. I encourage you to take an opportunity to read through them. The School Council meets monthly and families are welcome to attend. School Council is an excellent way to hear first hand about what is happening at the school. We value the voice of all families and encourage you to consider attending.As always, please reach out to us if you have questions or need support. Take care,K. Esford, Principal <img src="/images/a1f41f6e-f998-4a3e-9241-eee094175568" alt="2026March4" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/70b117ed-8540-48bd-ba6d-b027e6aa7e6b" alt="2026March6" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">February School Council Meeting Minutes</h2> Regrets: Katie, Kim, ChantalPresent: Emily, Courtnie, Stacey, Erin, Rachel, Courtney, LindseyStaff: Courtney, Krista, Derek<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Principal’s Update:</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem editor-nested-listitem"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Mid -year screeners completed</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem editor-nested-listitem"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Significant results of moving kids forward in reading</li></ul></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Attendance letters sent out for those that have missed 10% of school or more</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">New tiger mascot</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem editor-nested-listitem"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Suggestions this week for names</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Staff choosing short list of names from suggestions then kids will vote</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Funded via charitable trust</li></ul></li></ul></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Mr. Schneider -  new gym equipment</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem editor-nested-listitem"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Scoreboard has not worked in quite some time</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Nevco - estimate of approx. $1540 for remote, receiver. Any electrical required would be via the board</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">SAC will discuss</li></ul></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Winter Olympics for next Friday organized by Mme. Morrow</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Dance workshops for next Monday organized by Mrs. Allen</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">Financial Report</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem editor-nested-listitem"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">13,$$$</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">PRO Grant included</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">$678 - prior PRO Grant workshop monies owed to OPS</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">2 carnival games purchased - basketball and skiball</li></ul></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem">FunFair</li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem editor-nested-listitem"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Approx $4300 left-over grant + raised from last year</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Fun Fair Community Grant</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem editor-nested-listitem"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Application in progress</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Gathering quotes </li></ul></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Date conflict w/ grade 5, ⅚, 6 trip</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Emailed Christine for date adjustments</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">Food options</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem editor-nested-listitem"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Low-cost BBQ</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Kona Ice</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Ginos Pizza</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Soup Chef</li></ul></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem">Foam party</li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem editor-nested-listitem"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Discussed whether to run via FoamPartiesKingston (Lucky Inflatables) or Fire Dept</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Discussed potential of hosting another (school) day for the foam party - prevents kids from being wet and unable to use inflatables at the fun fair. </li></ul></li></ul></li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem">PRO grant Plans</li><li value="8" class="editor-listitem editor-nested-listitem"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Gould Lake team available Monday/Tuesday/Friday evenings</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Aiming for April 21st. April 14 backup date</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem editor-nested-listitem"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Archery - 10 kids at once - </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Bucket Drumming</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Team building activities</li></ul></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Paint Night - Courtnie to reach out to Jen</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Sign-up form to know how many will be participating</li></ul></li><li value="8" class="editor-listitem">Holiday Shop</li><li value="9" class="editor-listitem editor-nested-listitem"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Can purchase items this year for next years</li></ul></li><li value="9" class="editor-listitem">Future Fundraisers</li><li value="10" class="editor-listitem editor-nested-listitem"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Halendas - has done well in the past</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Kernels Popcorn</li></ul></li><li value="10" class="editor-listitem">Hot Chocolate for Winter Olympics celebration next Friday</li><li value="11" class="editor-listitem editor-nested-listitem"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Not able to get enough volunteers to  facilitate hot chocolate. </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Suggested alternatives - cookies as ‘medals’ (ex. Golden Oreos)</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Moving forward with $150 towards a treat of some sort</li></ul></li></ul> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/2217496f-a032-4d7c-88e3-6f38ae49cd28" alt="2025October22" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"> </h2><img src="/images/808a8ccb-026a-434a-80d3-a2043494b6fb" alt="2026March3" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/a299816a-67d1-4149-b9fd-0e9c31ce56c2" alt="2026February31" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/f05f0e70-9777-4085-8ef0-aac5affa75ab" alt="LDSB Kindergarten Student Registration Website Graphic" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"> </h2><img src="/images/037022e0-cdee-46bc-801b-fe6f68d8ff12" alt="2026March1" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/e1cbe61d-62aa-4f6e-a758-e4abf1c7a42d" alt="2026February25" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/dceed7bc-1e32-4f39-abba-9c684d44b310" alt="2026February26" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/b9fbc0b4-a4fb-4053-9092-ac003e27e990" alt="2026February27" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Odessa Lost and Found</h2><img src="/images/d330f6d2-7ea9-4e02-997a-9ac59cfb27ca" alt="2026February9" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Important Links for Families</h2> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fodessapublicschool.entripyshops.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cesfordk%40limestone.on.ca%7C9249cf4f26894cf7037408ddf1373da3%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638931941822133075%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=ecy5PgJbemRaTCQDcQW2cVBEJiBGMYvAWoHD3RV%2BZsI%3D&reserved=0" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Odessa Public School Spirit Wear eStore</a></h2> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.school-day.com/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">School Day</a></h2> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.loyalist.ca/media/lf4ps1su/autumn-guide.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Loyalist Township Online Registration Guide</a></h2> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">How to Order Hot Lunch through LunchBox</h2><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="8c734ab0-3399-4236-840e-05e9a7800e18"></ie-document><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="6ee06426-d7c5-4020-9c16-469b0b20dea7"></ie-document> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Events for the Calendar </h2><img src="/images/1929821e-08ce-402d-bf4e-b1e0259acdf2" alt="2026March5" width="412" height="309" style="width:412px;height:309px;display:inline-block;float:right">Friday, March 6th- Success Assembly at 1:00 pmMonday, March 16th- March Break BeginsFriday, March 20th- March Break EndsMonday, March 23rd- Term 2 IEPs go homeTuesday, March 31st- Little Cat Trip for Grade 1/2 and Grade 2Friday, April 3rd- No School TodayMonday, April 6th- No School TodayFriday, April 10th- Success Assembly at 8:30 amFriday, April 17th- PA DayTuesday, April 21st- Staff Meeting at 2:30 pm, School Council at 6:30 pm <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Contact Us</h2> 10 North St.Odessa, Ontario, K0H2H0613-386-3022odesa@limestone.on.ca <img src="/images/50ffcf70-7ef1-46f4-a824-35d7c4f9a68e" alt="Odessa1" width="187" height="187" style="width:187px;height:187px;display:inline-block;float:right">Visit us on the web at <a href="https://www.odessa.limestone.on.ca/" class="editor-link">odessa.limestone.on.ca</a>

2026-02-27 16:45:40.595 +0000 UTC

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2026-02-20 19:35:46.264 +0000 UTC

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Welcome to Odessa Public School – Home of the Tigers! We are proud to be a Junior Kindergarten to Grade 6 school, located beside Ernestown Intermediate & Secondary School in the vibrant and growing community of Odessa. Our dedicated staff work together to create a positive and engaging learning environment, offering a rich educational experience for every student. The Odessa Tigers enthusiastically represent our school in a variety of athletic competitions and special events throughout the District.

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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.