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Kingston, ON
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LDSB Grads Awarded Thousands in Scholarships
06/20/2024
Several Limestone District School Board graduates have been awarded significant scholarships to put toward their post-secondary education this fall.
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Lara Paterson Receives Ophea Award
06/10/2024
Limestone District School Board is thrilled to announce that Lara Paterson, a dedicated member of the Limestone team, has been awarded the prestigious Ophea Award of Distinction
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Skills Ontario Awards 2024
06/06/2024
Limestone’s Board of Trustees had the honour of having the Skills Ontario Competition Awards at the Education, Policy, and Operations Committee meeting on June 5, 2024.
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National Indigenous History Month 2024
06/03/2024
June is National Indigenous History Month. This month is an opportunity to learn about the diverse cultures, traditions, and experiences of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples.
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Boardroom Briefs - May 15, 2024
05/28/2024
Boardroom Briefs is intended to provide highlights of presentations, reports and decisions made at the regular meeting of the Limestone District School Board of Trustees.
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Message from the Director - May 23, 2024
05/23/2024
Message to LDSB families from Krishna Burra, Director of Education for the month of May.
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Join LDSB's Technical Advisory Group
05/06/2024
The Limestone District School Board is seeking new members for the Technical Advisory Group for the next phase of Student Census data collection. The purpose of the Technical Advisory Group (TAG) is to give advice, opinions, and make recommendations in the design of methods for data collection, analysis, and the representation of results. Most importantly, TAG ensures that multiple and diverse perspectives are applied to the analysis of Student Census data to minimize the risk of bias.
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Ministry Updates to Policy/Program 128
04/29/2024
Over the weekend, the Ministry of Education shared with us an important update to Policy/Program 128: The Provincial Code of Conduct and School Boards Code of Conduct.
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Boardroom Briefs - April 24, 2024
04/26/2024
Boardroom Briefs is intended to provide highlights of presentations, reports and decisions made at the regular meeting of the Limestone District School Board of Trustees.
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Message from the Director - April 4, 2024
04/04/2024
Reminder - P.A. Day on Monday, April 8, 2024 and Solar eclipse safety.
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Student Achievement Plan
03/28/2024
In 2023, The Ministry of Education released a Student Achievement Plan Framework, which aligns with the regulated provincial priorities (O. Reg. 224/23).
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2024-2025 Virtual School Survey
03/07/2024
Limestone DSB Interest in Virtual School for 2024-2025 School Year
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Message from the Director - March 7, 2024
03/07/2024
Survey: 2024-2025 School Year Budget, Survey: Interest in Virtual School for 2024-2025 School Year, Elementary Special Education Support Model, Reminder: KFL&A Public Health Notice
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2024-2025 Budget Survey
03/07/2024
Trustees of the LDSB invite school communities to share feedback in the budget planning process for 2024-2025 school year.
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Elementary Special Education Support Model
02/29/2024
Following the 2023 Special Education review where the thoughts and voices of over 4000 students, families, staff and community members were gathered, a thorough review of all special education supports and services was conducted using additional Board and department data.
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Boardroom Briefs - February 28, 2024
02/28/2024
Boardroom Briefs is intended to provide highlights of presentations, reports and decisions made at the regular meeting of the Limestone District School Board of Trustees.
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Calling all three-year-olds
02/21/2024
Starting Kindergarten is an exciting time for everyone, and we are ready to welcome your student to a wonderful new world of learning and growing.
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Transition to JK/SK Students with Complex Needs
02/14/2024
Families of students with complex special needs are invited to an online event about the transition to Kindergarten (T2K).
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Limestone Music Celebration 2024
02/13/2024
On Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at Queen’s University’s Grant and Kingston Halls, an extraordinary gathering of 400-500 secondary music students from across the LDSB
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2024-2025 School Year Calendar Survey
01/30/2024
Share Your Feedback: You are invited to participate in the 2024-2025 School Year Calendar Online Survey
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Boardroom Briefs - January 17, 2024
01/29/2024
Boardroom Briefs is intended to provide highlights of presentations, reports and decisions made at the regular meeting of the Limestone District School Board of Trustees.
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LDSB Black History Month Celebration
01/26/2024
The theme for Black History Month 2024 is Black Excellence: A Heritage to Celebrate; a Future to Build. Join us February 5 to celebrate.
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Director’s Message to Families - Jan. 25, 2024
01/25/2024
While it is already past the middle of January, and the holiday season seems like a distant memory, Happy New Year to everyone. I hope everyone has had a good start to 2024.
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Message from the Director - Dec. 21, 2023
12/21/2023
As 2023 draws to a close and only one day of school remains, I want to extend my warmest wishes to all families of Limestone students as we enter the December/January break starting Monday, December 25, 2023
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Grade 8 Info Nights in 2024
12/20/2023
These information evenings will occur in January and February 2024.
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Message from the Director - Dec. 14, 2023
12/14/2023
Updates to School Year Calendar, See Yourself in Limestone: Student Census Achievement Report, Absences and Public Health, and Director’s Annual Report
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Student Census Achievement Report now available
12/13/2023
Student achievement indicators are used to reflect the extent to which students are developing the desired skills and knowledge schools are meant to provide.
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Director's Annual Report 2022-2023
12/07/2023
Welcome to the Director’s Annual Report – a snapshot of the teaching and learning that took place across the Limestone District School Board throughout the 2022-2023 school year.
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Special Education Review 2023 Update 3
11/30/2023
Four key themes emerged as important to the greatest percentage of respondents and resonated with participants who provided input to the Special Education Review.
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Boardroom Briefs - Nov. 15, 2023
11/29/2023
Boardroom Briefs is intended to provide highlights of presentations, reports and decisions made at the regular meeting of the Limestone District School Board of Trustees. These briefs do not serve as the official record of the meeting. Please refer to Board minutes which are approved at the next regular meeting. Community members are also invited to follow along during live tweets of regular Board meetings using the hashtag #LDSBmtg.
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Chair & Vice Chair Selected for 2024 Session
11/26/2023
Trustees Hutcheon and Godkin will serve second year as LDSB Chair and Vice Chair.
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Message from the Director - Nov. 16, 2023
11/25/2023
Amendment to School Year Calendar 2023-2024, Food Sharing Project & Phase 2: Strategic Planning Consultation
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Passing of retired Trustee Elaine Crawford
11/23/2023
It is with sadness that the Limestone District School Board (LDSB) shares the passing of retired Trustee Elaine Crawford on November 18, 2023. The Board of Trustees and LDSB staff extend sincere condolences to Mrs.Crawford’s family and friends.
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Food Sharing Project Support
11/09/2023
Given increases in the cost of living, and particularly inflationary pressure on the price of food, we are seeing a significant increase in students accessing food provided at school.
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Strategic Planning Consultation
11/09/2023
The LDSB is seeking your input as we begin the development of a new strategic plan (2023-2028) to help guide the district forward
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'Snow Day' Season Prep
11/08/2023
During the winter, LDSB works closely with Tri-Board Student Transportation Services to determine if it is safe to offer student transportation on inclement weather days.
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LDSB IEC Expressions of Interest
11/07/2023
LDSB Indigenous Education Committee invites caregivers to join to be involved in and support education and Indigenous students, families and kinships.
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Message from the Director - Nov. 2, 2023
11/02/2023
Message to families about Phase 2: Strategic Planning Consultation, Food Sharing Project Support, and KFL&A Public Health Respiratory Illness Season information.
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Boardroom Briefs - Oct. 18, 2023
10/20/2023
Boardroom Briefs is intended to provide highlights of presentations, reports and decisions made at the regular meeting of the Limestone District School Board of Trustees. These briefs do not serve as the official record of the meeting. Please refer to Board minutes which are approved at the next regular meeting. Community members are also invited to follow along during live tweets of regular Board meetings using the hashtag #LDSBmtg.
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LDSB EQAO 2022-2023
10/19/2023
In all areas, students with special education needs improved in the proportion of students achieving the provincial standard.
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LDSB Denounces All Acts of Hate
10/12/2023
Limestone District School Board unequivocally condemns any acts of hate and remains committed to ensuring an equitable and inclusive school environment
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Ways to Help Students in Response to World Events
10/11/2023
Many events taking place globally increase feelings of distress for students locally. World events, like war and conflict can impact individuals, classes, schools, communities and beyond, depending on their nature and scope.
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Statement Regarding Violence in the Middle East
10/10/2023
LDSB recognizes the impact of the ongoing violence in the Middle East on members of the Limestone community.
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Boardroom Briefs - Sept. 20, 2023
10/02/2023
Boardroom Briefs is intended to provide highlights of presentations, reports and decisions made at the regular meeting of the Limestone District School Board of Trustees.
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Truth & Reconciliation Week 2023
09/26/2023
Truth and Reconciliation Week commemorates the residential school experience and honour the healing journey of the Survivors and their families.
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Message from the Director
09/20/2023
The following message was distributed to families via email on Sept. 19, 2023.
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Raising Survivor Flag as expression of remembrance
09/13/2023
National Orange Shirt Day and National Day of Truth and Reconciliation is a day to commemorate the residential school experience and honour the healing journey of the Survivors and their families.
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Welcome Back Message from the Director
09/07/2023
Welcome back to the 2023-2024 school year! I hope you all found space for some holiday time this summer to enjoy with family and friends, and it has been a positive start to the new school year.
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Policy 13 Delegations & Submissions
09/06/2023
Trustees are seeking input and feedback on additions to Policy 13: Board Delegations and Submissions
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Welcome to a new school year
08/24/2023
Preparing for a new school year. Schools open the week of August 28 and classes start Tuesday, September 5.
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Back to School 2023: What elementary students need for first day
08/23/2023
As Limestone District School Board continues to prepare our schools to welcome back students Tuesday, September 5, 2023
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Education Centre Parking Lot Construction Updates
08/22/2023
Updates regarding the parking lot construction at the LDSB board office.
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Student Transcripts Summer 2023
07/06/2023
In addition to supporting the public at the main office, LDSB will also operate a support centre for the public for transcript requests/pick-ups, school registration assistance, and general inquiries
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Equity Matters 2023
07/03/2023
This issue of Equity Matters is simply a summary of the issues shared throughout the 2022-2023 school year. In addition, links have been provided to additional websites that support both equity understanding and well-being.
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Summer Hours 2023
06/30/2023
For July and August the board office is open Monday to Thursday and closed on Fridays.There will be significant infrastructure construction at this location during July and August.
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Year-end Message from the Director
06/26/2023
With many exciting things to focus on during this time of year, I want to send a quick reminder about the LDSB’s strategic planning consultation that ends June 30.
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Trustees Approve 2023-2024 School-year Budget
06/22/2023
The Limestone District School Board of Trustees approved a deficit budget balanced with reserve funds for the 2023-2024 school year totaling $305.4 million at its regular meeting on June 21, 2023.​ ​
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Boardroom Briefs June 21, 2023
06/20/2023
At the June Board Meeting, Trustees recognized various staff awards, appointed trustee representatives for the Indigenous Education Committee, and approved the 2023-2024 Budget.
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National Indigenous History Month
06/19/2023
June is National Indigenous History Month. This month is an opportunity to learn about the diverse cultures, traditions, and experiences of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples. It’s a time to honour and give voice to the stories, achievements, and resilience of Indigenous peoples across Canada,
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CEAC Student Representatives
06/13/2023
Students, make an impact for equity and inclusion board-wide to help every student feel accepted and safe. CEAC is seeking student representatives for the 2023-2024 school year.
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Student Clothing: Draft Procedure
06/12/2023
It is important to us that students, families, and the community have an opportunity to provide feedback on this updated procedure that will guide our practice. The consultation objectives are as follows
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2023-2024 Budget Survey Results
06/09/2023
Survey Receives Almost Double the Response from Last Year
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Pride Month 2023
06/09/2023
Pride celebrations at Limestone schools throughout June demonstrate our commitment to ensuring that everyone not only sees themselves in Limestone but also feels a strong sense of belonging and connectedness.
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All Outdoor Activities to Resume June 9
06/08/2023
LDSB will be reinstating all outdoor activities at its schools, effective Friday, June 9, 2023.
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Some outdoor activities to resume June 8
06/07/2023
LDSB will be reinstating some outdoor activities Thursday, June 8 2023.
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Update: School Activities for June 7
06/06/2023
Outdoor activities at LDBS schools will be cancelled for Wednesday, June 7 due to poor air quality.
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Special Air Quality Statement
06/06/2023
June 6 Update: LDSB has cancelled outdoor school activities, and athletic events due to worsening air quality due to wildfires
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National AccessAbility Week 2023
05/25/2023
Accessibility Week is an opportunity for all of us to come together to give voice and honour the valuable contributions and leadership of staff and students with disabilities, highlight the work of removing barriers
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LLF Virtual Authors' Visit with We Move Together
05/24/2023
We Move Together: Virtual Author Visit with Kelly Fritsch & Anne McGuire
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LLF presents author Roxane Brouillard June 6
05/24/2023
Mon chien-banane: A Virtual Author's Visit with Roxane Brouillard (en français)
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Boardroom Briefs - May 17, 2023
05/23/2023
Boardroom Briefs is intended to provide highlights of presentations, reports and decisions made at the regular meeting of the Limestone District School Board of Trustees.
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The Truth About Reading May 25, 2023
05/12/2023
The documentary highlights the stories of David Chalk and John Corcoran, two men who didn’t learn how to read and write until they were adults. Following their stories gives a glimpse into the hard truth of how illiteracy and sub-literacy impede a person’s ability to truly thrive.
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LDSB Students Place at Skills Ontario
05/12/2023
Nineteen elementary students and 32 secondary LDSB students participated in the Skills Ontario Competition on May 1-2, resulting in two first place finishes, three second place finishes, and one third place finish.
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KILN/LDSB build Indigenous community garden
05/09/2023
The Kingston Indigenous Language Nest (KILN) is thrilled to announce a partnership with the Limestone District School Board for the installation of the coming Indigenous community garden in City Park.
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LDSB Pride Quilt Initiative
05/05/2023
A collaboration with the Kingston School of Art to provide members of the LDSB community the opportunity to use visual arts as a medium to express what PRIDE means to them.
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National Day for Awareness of MMIWG2S
05/04/2023
A time for Indigenous communities and allies to wear red and gather to remember, honour, and give voice to Indigenous women, girls, and two-spirited individuals whose stories have not been heard.
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Boardroom Briefs - April 26, 2023
05/02/2023
Boardroom Briefs is intended to provide highlights of presentations, reports and decisions made at the regular meeting of the Limestone District School Board of Trustees.
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2023-2024 School Year Calendar Approved
04/27/2023
The Limestone District School Board’s 2023-2024 School Year Calendar is now approved. The first day of school will be Tuesday, Sept. 5.
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Student Sense of Belonging Report now available
04/27/2023
Student sense of belonging is inseparable from personal identity, lived experience, and educational outcomes. Data from the See Yourself in Limestone Student Census - along with contextual feedback from Limestone students - are key sources of information
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Message from the Director - April 27, 2023
04/27/2023
Student Sense of Belonging Report, Special Education Review, Strategic Plan Monitoring Mid-Year Update & School Year Calendar News
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Special Education Review 2023
04/24/2023
Help to identify supports and services that are important for students with special education needs to experience success at school and reach their full potential.
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ICIP provides ventilation improvements upgrades
04/14/2023
41 schools share in $670,000 improvements in ventilation upgrades
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Equity Matters Spring 2023
04/06/2023
This edition of Equity Matters is dedicated to the power of listening.
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Boardroom Briefs - March 29, 2023
04/03/2023
Boardroom Briefs is intended to provide highlights of presentations, reports and decisions made at the regular meeting of the Limestone District School Board of Trustees.
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Your Voice Matters – Creating a workplace that is equitable and inclusive
03/30/2023
The LDSB has released the preliminary results of demographic and identity data collected from the See Yourself in Limestone: Workforce Census and Belonging Survey
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Message from the Director - March 22, 2023
03/22/2023
2023-24 Budget Survey, Virtual School Survey and Special Education Advisory Committee Vacancy
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SEAC Vacancy
03/21/2023
LDSB is seeking a community member to fill a vacancy on Special Education Advisory Committee
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Virtual School Survey 2023-24
03/10/2023
LDSB online survey to gather information from families who intend to enrol their student in virtual school next year.
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Message from the Director - March 9, 2023
03/09/2023
As the week draws to a close, and students, staff and families are looking forward to the break, I wanted to provide a short update.
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2023-2024 Budget Survey
03/03/2023
Trustees are seeking input and feedback in the development of next year's budget.
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Boardroom Briefs - February 22, 2023
02/27/2023
Boardroom Briefs is now available for the February 22, 2023 Meeting of the Board
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“Arts in (Edu)Action” – New Program with KSOA and LDSB
02/17/2023
Kingston School of Art is excited to announce the launch of “Arts in Edu(Action),” a new program in partnership with Limestone District School Board.
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Message from the Director - February 2023
02/16/2023
It has been an exciting and fast start to 2023, and as we approach Family Day weekend, I would like to provide some updates for Limestone families.
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School-year survey for 2023-2024
02/10/2023
Seeking feedback on next year's school calendar
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Message from the Director - January 2023
01/25/2023
I hope all families were able to enjoy some time to recharge over the December/January break and were able to connect with friends and family. During the past two weeks, it has been great to see students, staff, and school communities jump right back into the school routine, engaging in valuable learning experiences and extracurricular activities.
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Extended French Immersion Open Houses
01/24/2023
Extended French Immersion Choices at 7 Open Houses for the 2023-2024 School Year
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KFL&A Public Health Guidelines
01/24/2023
While public health guidance has not changed since November, Limestone continues to work closely with KFL&A Public Health to communicate up-to-date information about the current state of respiratory viruses and actions that students, families, and staff can take to reduce transmission of illness within our communities.
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Kindergarten Registration for Sept. 2023
01/18/2023
Great learning starts here! Online Kindergarten registration for 4- and 5- year-olds is now open.
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Grade 8 Information Nights
01/09/2023
LDSB is hosting Grade 8 Information Nights at our secondary schools for families and students.
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Message from the Director - December 2022
12/21/2022
It has been a busy fall with students engaged in valuable learning experiences and opportunities to participate in a full slate of extracurricular clubs, activities, and sports across the district.
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LDSB honoured for excellence in communications
12/14/2022
This fall, the LDSB communications team received national recognition for excellence in school board communications.
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Director's Annual Report 2021-2022
12/08/2022
The Limestone District School Board Director’s Annual Report provides a brief snapshot of continued progress on our multi-year strategic plan, anchored by the pillars of Wellness, Innovation, and Collaboration.
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Equity Matters - November 2022
11/30/2022
The Act(ion) of Knowing in November. This issue identifies ways in which we can work together to ensure everyone in our school community feels safe, supported, and valued.
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Labour Update - November 20, 2022
11/20/2022
We are delighted to share that CUPE and the province have been able to reach a tentative agreement in labour negotiations. This message is to confirm that all schools will be open to students Monday, November 21 for in-person learning.
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Message from the Director – Nov. 18, 2022
11/18/2022
I hope families had a safe start to the winter weather presented this morning, and earlier this week. The forecast suggests we will be getting more snow over the next couple of days.
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Chair & Vice-Chair selected for 2022-2023 session
11/17/2022
Trustees of the Limestone District School Board selected Trustees Robin Hutcheon and Bob Godkin to the roles of Chair and Vice-Chair
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Boardroom Briefs - November 16, 2022
11/16/2022
Boardroom Briefs is now available for the Initial Meeting of the Board November 16, 2022.
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CUPE Negotiations Update Nov. 16 2022
11/16/2022
As announced November 16, CUPE has provided five-day notice announcing a full withdrawal of services effective Monday, November 21.
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Message from the Director - November 15, 2022
11/15/2022
A message from the Director for LDSB families on November 15, 2022
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Tutoring and Online Learning Resources Available
11/14/2022
LDSB is offering an afterschool drop-in Virtual Tutoring Program for Limestone students in Grades 1 to 10.
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KFL&A Public Health's Nutrition and Food Literacy Workshop Series
11/11/2022
KFL&A Public Health is offering a series of nutrition and food literacy workshops between November 2022 and April 2023 – available for free to all Limestone students, staff, and families.
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Labour Update to Families - Nov. 7, 2022
11/07/2022
In-person learning will resume at all LDSB schools tomorrow morning, Tues. Nov. 8
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Labour Update for Families – November 6
11/06/2022
At this point in time, it appears the protest by CUPE staff will be continuing to start the week.
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Statement from Chair of the Board
11/04/2022
With CUPE employees making up 30% of Limestone DSB employees, we had no choice but to close schools for in-person learning due to significant health and safety concerns.
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Labour Update - Friday, November 4, 2022
11/04/2022
Currently, it appears a full withdrawal of services by CUPE staff will extend into the start of next week at minimum. Given these circumstances, we anticipate LDSB schools and buildings will remain closed to students and the public for Monday, November 7.
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2021-2022 EQAO Provincial Assessment Results
11/02/2022
The Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) has released reports on the 2021–2022 provincial assessments for each publicly funded school board in Ontario. Results for the Limestone District School Board (LDSB) are similar to provincial results with achievement across some levels continuing to improve or remaining stable.
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Equity Matters - October 2022
10/31/2022
The month of October intentionally holds space to recognize, celebrate and learn from the past and present contributions/experiences of multiple identities and cultural heritages,
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New Board of Trustees elected for term 2022-2026
10/25/2022
Three new trustees will join seven incumbents on the Limestone District School Board of Trustees for a new four-year term in office,
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Extending our condolences to the family of Grandmother Laurel Claus-Johnson and the community
10/03/2022
The Limestone District School Board extends its condolences to the family of Grandmother Laurel Claus-Johnson and the community
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Equity Matters - Sept. 2022
09/30/2022
Equity Matters focuses on additional opportunity to reconnect with, and learn about, each other in meaningful, collaborative ways.
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National Day of Truth and Reconciliation
09/26/2022
Observing National Day of Truth and Reconciliation at Limestone schools and sites
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2021-2022 Facilities Services Capital Projects
09/26/2022
Over the 2021-2022 school year, the Limestone District School Board Facilities Services Maintenance and Construction teams worked on 223 projects at Limestone schools.
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Boardroom Briefs: September 21, 2022
09/22/2022
Boardroom Briefs is now available for the Regular Meeting of September 21, 2022.
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A Message from the Director - September 15, 2022
09/15/2022
I hope you and your family have had a very positive start to the 2022-2023 school year in Limestone.
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Short Hold and Secure as precautionary measure
09/08/2022
On the direction of Kingston Police several schools in the LCVI family of schools
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Updates to the School & Child Care Screening Tool
09/01/2022
Yesterday, the Ministry of Health and the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health announced updates to the School and Child Care Screening Tool and Management of Cases and Contacts of COVID-19.
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Back to School: What Elementary Students Need to Bring on the First Day
08/16/2022
We hope everyone is having a safe and healthy summer and has been able to spend time with family and friends. As Limestone District School Board continues to work towards welcoming back students on Tuesday, September 6, 2022, we know families are busy preparing for the new school year as well. Here is a suggested list of what elementary students need to prepare to bring on their first day of school.
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Preparing for a New School Year
08/02/2022
We are excited to welcome back all students on Tuesday, September 6 while continuing our focus on wellness, innovation, and collaboration.
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Board Message to Families - June 28, 2022
06/28/2022
June is always a time of reflection as we are completing one school year and continuing preparations for the next school year. It is also a time of change at Limestone as we see students graduating from elementary and secondary school, staff retire, and many students prepare for transitions.
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Equity Matters June 2022
06/27/2022
June's Equity Matters provides an overview of Limestone's equity journey and acknowledging the important role we all play in being part of the necessary change.
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Building Construction Internship Program (BCIP) are Hosting an Open House
06/24/2022
Limestone District School Board students in the Building Construction Internship Program (BCIP) are hosting an Open House celebrating the eight ‘Tiny Homes’ they have completed this year, marking their 100th house project, on Monday, June 27, 2022, at 45 County Road 6 in Amherstview from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m..
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Boardroom Briefs - June 15, 2022
06/16/2022
Boardroom Briefs is now available for the Regular Meeting of June 15, 2022. Boardroom Briefs is intended to provide highlights of presentations, reports and decisions made at the regular meeting of the Limestone District School Board of Trustees.
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Trustees Approve 2022-2023 Budget
06/15/2022
The Limestone District School Board of Trustees approved a deficit budget balanced with surplus funds for the 2022-2023 school year totaling $295 million at its regular meeting on June 15, 2022.
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2022 Limestone Student Achievers Awards
06/15/2022
The Limestone District School Board of Trustees honoured 11 secondary students with 2022 Limestone Student Achievers Awards at its regular meeting on June 15, 2022.
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Addressing Acts of Hate
06/13/2022
The Limestone District School Board is working closely with staff and students to provide resources and other supports to confront acts of hate as part of its ongoing efforts to create safe, welcoming, and identity-affirming spaces for everyone.
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Limestone Schools to Fly Intersex-Inclusive Progress Pride Flag Throughout June
05/31/2022
The Education Centre and all school across the Limestone District School Board are recognizing Pride Month in KFL&A by flying the Intersex-Inclusive Progress Pride Flag for the month of June.
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Statement Regarding Mass Shooting in Uvalde, Texas
05/25/2022
Limestone District School Board is very saddened to learn of the mass shooting at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas that took the lives of 19 students and 1 teacher. No words can express our condolences deeply enough for those affected. Our thoughts are with the families, classmates, and community in Uvalde.
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Boardroom Briefs: May 18, 2022
05/20/2022
Trustee select new name for east-end school, pass motion for Indigenous Trustee and more highlights from May 18 Board meeting.
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Limestone District School Board Trustees Vote to have an Indigenous Trustee Appointed to Board
05/20/2022
At the May 18, 2022, Limestone District School Board’s Regular Board Meeting, Trustees unanimously voted to approach the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte for them to appoint an Indigenous Trustee to the Limestone Board of Trustees.
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Trustees select École Maple ES as new name
05/19/2022
École Maple Elementary School was chosen as the new name for École Kingston East Elementary School
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Human Trafficking Is Closer Than You Think - Break the Silence. Break the Chains.
05/18/2022
Free event for students as well as an evening session for parents, guardians, and community members. Learn how to prevent and eliminate human trafficking.
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Statement regarding shootings in US
05/16/2022
The LDSB offers our sincere condolences to the communities grieving in the wake of these horrific acts of hatred, and to the family, friends, and anyone affected by this tragic event.
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Bridges to Local Employment
05/16/2022
The Limestone District School Board, in collaboration with Specialist High Skills Major and Lennox & Addington Economic Development, are pleased to announce the Bridges to Local Employment Event, happening at Napanee District Secondary School on Thursday, May 26 from 10 a.m. –to 12:30 p.m.
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Join the LDSB Community Equity Advisory Committee
05/12/2022
To help support everyone who learns, works, or volunteers in Limestone to value diversity, demonstrate respect for others, and commit to establishing a just and caring society, Limestone has recently formed the Community Equity Advisory Committee.
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K-12 Foundational Literacy Skills Learning Series
05/11/2022
Join us for these engaging one-hour sessions to learn what this aspect of a structured literacy program is, why it is important and how you can integrate it into your everyday literacy practice. You will leave with practical strategies that can be implemented immediately. Sessions will be offered in-person at the LDSB Education Centre. Sessions will be recorded and made available on Minds Online. Participants who attend in-person will receive a free resource! Space is limited to 30 participants.
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Umoja Black Advisory Committee Potluck
05/10/2022
Umoja Black Advisory Committee – Empowering Black Communities: Taking intentional, targeted steps to improve equity of opportunity for Black children & youth regardless of circumstances.
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Board Message to Families - May 5, 2022
05/05/2022
As we enter the remaining weeks of the school year, and as spring feels like it is settling in, we would like to share some important information and updates with families.
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2022-2023 School Year Calendar
05/02/2022
The Ministry of Education has approved the Limestone District School Board’s 2022-2023 School Year Calendar.
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Boardroom Briefs: April 27, 2022
04/29/2022
Boardroom Briefs is now available for the Regular Meeting of April 27, 2022. Boardroom Briefs is intended to provide highlights of presentations, reports and decisions made at the regular meeting of the Limestone District School Board of Trustees.
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Equity Matters April 2022
04/27/2022
This edition acknowledges interfaith holidays in April and provides us with inclusive ways to support those observing dates of significance.
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Board Message to Families
04/25/2022
LDSB has created a COVID-19 Related Absence Reporting Dashboard to support our school communities with information about student COVID-19 related absences within our schools.
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Workforce Census and Belonging Survey 2022
04/11/2022
All Limestone District School Board staff are being asked to participate in the voluntary, anonymous, and confidential See Yourself in Limestone Workforce Census and Belonging Survey (WCBS).
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Board Message to Families
04/08/2022
As we have entered the spring season and some warmer weather, we would like to share some important information and updates related to the current status within our school communities, COVID-19 Public Health Protocols, as well as plans for spring extracurriculars and graduation ceremonies in Limestone.
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Boardroom Briefs: March 30, 2022
04/05/2022
Boardroom Briefs is now available for the Regular Meeting of February 23, 2022.
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Incoming Student Trustees 2022-2023
03/31/2022
Student Trustees elected for the 2022-2023 school year ready to represent students across the district.
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ÉKEES Final Renaming Survey
03/31/2022
Public ask to vote in ÉKEES Final Renaming Survey four names to choose from
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Equity Matters March 2022
03/25/2022
As we move through March, let's do so with mindfulness. Everyone's story is multifaceted and unique.
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KASSAA Finals at SLC
03/25/2022
Spectators are welcome at KASSAA Winter Sports Finals March 29 and 30
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What you need to know for Monday, March 21
03/19/2022
For Monday, we wanted to remind you of some of the changes and provide some additional
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Letter Requesting Extension of Mask Requirements
03/17/2022
Province has responded to Trustees request of two-week extension of mask requirements.
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Director's Message to Families March 2022
03/11/2022
Virtual school for 2022-2023, short term virtual school, the new online learning graduation requirement and more
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Updated Information for Families
03/10/2022
COVID-19 protocols for schools changing after the March Break
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Input on the 2022-2023 Budget
03/07/2022
Trustees invite feedback and participation welcome to help identify priorities
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Families to indicate interest in Virtual School for 2022-2023
03/07/2022
LDSB will continue to offer Virtual School to both elementary and secondary school students.
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Proposed School Year Calendar for 2022-2023
03/03/2022
Trustees approve proposed calendar for 2022-2023 school year
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Boardroom Briefs Feb. 23, 2022
02/28/2022
highlights from our February Board meeting where Trustees discussed upcoming trustee elections, budget and more
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Updated Protocols for Extra-curriculars
02/25/2022
Protocol changes allow for a reintroduction of extra-curricular activities
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Updated Guidance for Schools
02/24/2022
several adjustments being made to protocols for our schools
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Russia - Ukraine Conflict: Supports for Students and Families
02/24/2022
How LDSB is supporting students, families and staff in light of recent international event
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Expanding Horizons: Sharing Stories
02/23/2022
Artists are invited to particiapte in this collective creation
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Kindergarten Registration for September 2022
02/23/2022
If your student is four or five by the end of December, now is the time to register for September 2022.
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Message to Families from the Director
02/11/2022
Updates on Black History Month, Return-to-Sports, evolving COVID Protocols and more
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Your Journey Begins Recordings Available
02/09/2022
Explore post-secondary pathways and our programs that lead to the skilled trades
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KFLAPH COVID Clinics & Consent Forms
02/08/2022
Public Health ensuring access to COVID-19 vaccines for children ages 5 - 11
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Writer's Workshop with Britta B.
02/04/2022
What is Black Life? Writing with the aim of re-envisioning the Black experience and Black existence
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Support for students in response to hatred
01/31/2022
Supports families can use to open discussions around events that occurred in Ottawa
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KFLAPH: Important COVID-19 Update
01/26/2022
KFL&A Public Health Medical Officer provides important messages about change to COVID case management and reporting.
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Boardroom Briefs Jan. 12, 2022
01/20/2022
Boardroom Briefs provides highlights of presentations, reports and decisions made at the regular meeting of the Limestone District School Board of Trustees.
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Additional return-to-school updates
01/19/2022
Director of Education provides an update on staffing and COVID testing and reporting.
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Take-home COVID-19 test kit updates
01/18/2022
New guidelines for use of take-home PCR and Rapid Antigen Test kits.
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Medical Officers support return to school
01/14/2022
Statement of support from local Medical Officers of Health regarding the return to school
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Quadmester model continues for secondary students
12/14/2021
Secondary learning model will remain at two periods/courses per day for semester two.
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Inclement Weather Protocol Update
11/22/2021
Reminder of what happens if buses are cancelled in Limestone
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Board releases new mental health strategy
11/03/2021
New strategy follows extensive consultation process with stakeholders.
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LLF Books are Back in every elementary school
10/21/2021
Limestone Learning Foundation is providing all Grade 4-6 classrooms in LDSB elementary schools with books to support
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Student Census Preliminary Report now available
10/07/2021
Preliminary data includes a summary of answers without interpretation.
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Updated reporting tool now includes human rights
10/04/2021
Incidents that infringe on human rights can now be reported via on online reporting tool
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Ventilation Measures Report now online
09/02/2021
School boards are sharing ventilation strategy, investment and school-based information in new reporting tool.
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