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Level Up! Skilled Trades Career Fair Open House Dec. 2, 2025

<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">You’re Invited: Level Up! Skilled Trades Career Fair Open House </h2>Limestone families – explore student opportunities in the skilled trades! Join us for the Level Up! Open House and: Get up close: Watch skilled trades professionals in action during live demonstrations and explore using tools and machinery. Meet the experts: Chat one-on-one with employers, apprentices, tradespeople and instructors who share real-world insights and personal journeys in the skilled trades. Plan student pathways: Explore apprenticeship pathways with expert guidance and resources provided by Skilled Trades Ontario. - When: December 2, 2025, 3:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Where: Kingston, Slush Puppie Place, 1 The Tragically Hip Way, Kingston Who: All Limestone families welcome Cost: Free! No registration needed - About Level Up! Level Up! Skilled Trades Career Fairs are a series of dynamic, multi-day events that connect you with Ontario’s top skilled trades professionals from industry organizations, post-secondary institutions, businesses, associations and more. Visit a skilled trades career fair near you and explore Ontario’s 140+ skilled trades through interactive exhibits and hands-on activities, while hearing directly from tradespeople and local employers about rewarding, life-changing career paths. To learn more, visit <a href="https://levelupontario.ca/open-house/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Open House - Level up!</a> <img src="/images/5a69ffae-481c-460a-9989-73f6b4e3f6d8?fingerprint=ppb20251217013831" alt="Level Up! Skilled Trades Career Fair Open House December 2 at Slush Puppie Place" width="654" height="845" style="width:654px;height:845px;display:inline-block">

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Wildcat Word - November 3, 2025 - Issue #9

<img src="/images/42c4db6d-eef3-4123-a652-2d2965904743?fingerprint=ppb20251217013634" alt="Dark Brown Elegant Monthly Newsletter Email Header 2 " width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Turning the Page: October to November</h2>As October draws to a close and November begins, our school community is buzzing with energy and gratitude. From the excitement of fall festivities to the cozy rhythm of classroom routines, this time of year brings both celebration and reflection. We’re proud of all that our students have accomplished so far and look forward to the meaningful moments ahead—whether it’s cheering on our teams, sharing in acts of kindness, or preparing for upcoming learning adventures. Let’s keep the momentum going as we step into a new month together!If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at welba@limestone.on.caWarmly, Ms. Fraser, Mrs. Swan-Pressnell, and Ms. Hart<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Good times, great company.</h2><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/73aa16b0-e9d4-4151-88f7-466db7b86673?fingerprint=ppb20251217014056" alt="IMG 3579" width="263" height="346" style="width:263px;height:346px;display:inline-block"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/005ec488-b73b-4f77-9e39-9c8527d53923?fingerprint=ppb20251217013010" alt="IMG 3583001" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> </div></div><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/f1f29459-b85a-4111-9183-4007abbfe39b?fingerprint=ppb20251217015231" alt="remeber" width="421" height="280" style="width:421px;height:280px;display:inline-block">Remembrance Day Assembly – Tuesday, November 11</h2>On Tuesday, November 11, Welborne Avenue PS will gather in the gymnasium to honour and remember the brave members of the military—past and present—who have protected the freedoms we enjoy in Canada. This solemn occasion brings our school community together in reflection and gratitude.We are honoured to welcome Welborne parent Captain James Dockrill, who will speak to students during the assembly.Assembly Details<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Start Time: 10:40 AM</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Location: Welborne Avenue PS Gymnasium</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Family Attendance: A limited number of spaces are available for family members who wish to join us. Families are kindly asked to wait outside until 10:30 AM, while final preparations take place during recess.</li></ul>Modified Schedule for November 11<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">9:05–9:55 – Period 1</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">9:55–10:25 – Outdoor Recess</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">10:40 – Remembrance Day Assembly</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Following Assembly – 15-minute snack break</li></ul></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/6db5722b-9967-466f-b86b-9b0ad3602d6e?fingerprint=ppb20251217014016" alt="purdys" width="217" height="217" style="width:217px;height:217px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Sweet Treats for a Sweet Cause! 🍫</h2>It’s that delicious time of year again! Stock up on beautiful gift boxes, fun chocolate lollies, sticky toffees, peppermint bark, and so much more — all while supporting our school! (And let’s be honest... calories don’t count when it’s for a good cause!)🗓 Order Deadline: November 23, 2025Here’s what you need to know: • Campaign Number: 60323 • Order Online: <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffundraising.purdys.com%2F1569218-133378&data=05%7C02%7Chartki%40limestone.on.ca%7C358e3cfbd0be47383d5808de19773c0f%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638976197122034400%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=EmCrOm1D2rc4jMcRf7NQf%2B7SDebQ4Y%2Fs1TUKz7b5Rsk%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://fundraising.purdys.com/1569218-133378. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">https://fundraising.purdys.com/1569218-133378</a> • Catalogue: Check your student’s backpack for your copy!Every purchase helps our school reach its fundraising goals — thank you for your incredible support and community spirit! 💙</div></div><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/cf87db9f-b9aa-4c89-9035-1d0e6cef3cf7?fingerprint=ppb20251217014921" alt="Census" width="523" height="415" style="width:523px;height:415px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">See Yourself in Limestone – Student Census Survey</h2>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:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">The survey is optional.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Responses are confidential and students can skip any questions they do not wish to answer.</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Students will complete the survey during class time.</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Students who do not participate will be provided with an alternative activity.</li></ul>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: <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student_census" class="editor-link">limestone.on.ca/student_census</a></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/bd4436fd-2e17-4463-b564-01ea404d16cf?fingerprint=ppb20251217014739" alt="Food share" width="175" height="174" style="width:175px;height:174px;display:inline-block;float:right">Welborne Food Share Program</h2>We’ve recently seen a noticeable increase in the number of students accessing our Food Share program, with many seeking additional support throughout the day. While we’re grateful to be able to offer this resource, we want to ensure it remains available for those who truly need it. We kindly ask parents and guardians to check in with their student to see if they are relying on the Food Share at school. If your family is in a position to send extra snacks for your student, we would greatly appreciate it—this action helps us preserve this vital program for students facing food insecurity. Thank you for your continued support and care.This initiative is an extension of The Food Sharing Project, which is funded entirely through community fundraising. If you would like to support these efforts and help provide nutritious food to students across all schools in the greater Kingston area, you can contribute by selecting 2025-2026 Food Sharing Project Support from the products listing in your School-Day account.</div></div><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/b991d1ad-b91c-47f1-9ec3-d321e65e3eba?fingerprint=ppb20251217014726" alt="download" width="140" height="140" style="width:140px;height:140px;display:inline-block;float:left">Staying Connected with Our School Community</h2>We’re always happy to hear from families! If you call and we’re unable to answer, please leave a short voicemail. There are times during the day when staff are away from the office or actively supporting students, and your message ensures we can follow up as soon as we’re available.For any changes to your child’s dismissal plans, we kindly ask that you contact the school before 3:00 PM. These updates are best shared by phone or voicemail so we can receive them in time and direct them appropriately.To help maintain a focused and supportive learning environment, we ask that families schedule meetings in advance if they’d like to connect with their child’s classroom educator or a member of the Administration team. You can arrange a meeting by calling 613-389-0188 (please leave a message if Ms. Hart is unavailable) or by emailing us at Welba@limestone.on.ca.Thank you for helping us keep communication smooth and students safe—we truly value your ongoing support and partnership!</div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/e7a156c0-e5a0-4007-a74a-be3e7adf3764?fingerprint=ppb20251217015125" alt="Red Retro Illustrative Pizza Logo" width="227" height="227" style="width:227px;height:227px;display:inline-block;float:right">Hot Lunch Ordering</h2>We’re excited to share that hot lunch orders are now open through School-Day! Please note that, due to the holiday weekend, this week’s ordering window is shorter than usual. Orders for Edo Japan and Sub Day will close at midnight this Thursday.Hot lunch schedule:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Tuesdays – Sub Day from Tony’s Pizza (order by the Thursday prior)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Wednesdays – Edo Japan (order by the Thursday prior)</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Fridays – Tony’s Pizza or Chicken Fingers & Fries (order by the Sunday prior)</li></ul>Please note: Due to storage constraints, we’re unable to hold meals for students who are absent, unless they are returning later the same day.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"> </h2></div></div><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/87284329-f725-4305-90ca-c01932a844da?fingerprint=ppb20251217014234" alt="Math Fluency" width="426" height="585" style="width:426px;height:585px;display:inline-block"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/f5674ca3-7cb9-4309-a2f6-c511cc5ebbf2?fingerprint=ppb20251217015242" alt="Choices at 7" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div></div><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/4f7025ee-2539-49d6-9702-d23022ab1dad?fingerprint=ppb20251217013738" alt="2025 10 06 Help Shape Our Accessibility Plan" width="153" height="153" style="width:153px;height:153px;display:inline-block;float:left">Help Shape Our Accessibility Plan</h2>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 <a href="https://bit.ly/LDSB2025-2029AccessibilityPlan" class="editor-link">bit.ly/LDSB2025-2029AccessibilityPlan</a> to provide input. The survey is open until November 10, 2025</div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/786f3b03-9a54-4618-9193-c32efb2923d4?fingerprint=ppb20251217014125" alt="Tri Board" width="268" height="268" style="width:268px;height:268px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://welborne.limestone.on.ca/news/prepare-for-winter-related-bus-delays-and-cancellations--20251020203640?hash=weL25ld3MvcHJlcGFyZS1mb3Itd2ludGVyLXJlbGF0ZWQtYnVzLWRlbGF5cy1hbmQtY2FuY2VsbGF0aW9ucy0tMjAyNTEwMjAyMDM2NDA=" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Prepare for Winter-Related Bus Delays and Cancellations</a></h2></div></div><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/c67af219-6633-4929-9da9-cb0bb748e01d?fingerprint=ppb20251217014828" alt="calendar2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Every Wednesday</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Welborne Wednesday - Wear your Welborne Spirit Wear or Colours</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">November 11th</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Remembrance Day</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">November 13th</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Progress Reports distributed</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">November 14th</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">PA Day - no school for students</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">November 17th - 21st</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Scholastic Book Fair - more info coming</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">November 26th</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Photo Re-takes beginning at 9am</td></tr></tbody></table></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/683b84ac-492e-4a13-ae3d-dc8966586897?fingerprint=ppb20251217013949" alt="Copy of Kim Hart U12 Convenr" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Lego Robotics Club</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">See Mr. Large</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Rocket League - Grades 5-8</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">See Mr. McDonough</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Musical Theatre - Grades 2 to 6</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">See Mr. Large</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Senior Girls Volleyball</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">See Mrs. Frenette</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Grade 8 Boys Volleyball</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">See Mr. McDonough</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Grade 7 Boys Volleyball</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">See Ms. Hart</td></tr></tbody></table> </div></div><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/531c1870-d1bf-42a7-b3b3-33a3382bed22?fingerprint=ppb20251217013751" alt="SAC" width="205" height="188" style="width:205px;height:188px;display:inline-block;float:left">SAC Snapshot</h2> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">📣 School Advisory Council Meeting Tonight!</h2> Families, you're warmly invited to join us this evening—Monday, November 24th from 6:15pm to 7:00pm—for our School Advisory Council meeting. This is a wonderful chance to stay informed, share your ideas, and help shape the direction of our school community. Whether you're a regular attendee or joining for the first time, your presence makes a difference.<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">💻 Join us via Zoom:<a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88084718108?pwd=d2xMeTl6bzlLOHBBL3UzcEQzQ3U2QT09" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"> Click here to attend</a></h3>Let’s come together to celebrate progress, discuss upcoming initiatives, and keep building a school environment where every voice is valued. We hope to see you there!<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">General School Related Information</h2><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/8cdf1514-dd65-4230-b638-d3b6be95954a?fingerprint=ppb20251217014314" alt="Caution" width="139" height="139" style="width:139px;height:139px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/e944ff94-93d3-47a4-b898-5d25105dd25b?fingerprint=ppb20251217015139" alt="IMG 4084" width="170" height="187" style="width:170px;height:187px;display:inline-block"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> </div></div><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Supporting Smooth Morning Transitions<img src="/images/990c6f89-d493-4007-898a-39cd06826402?fingerprint=ppb20251217014424" alt="schedule" width="408" height="417" style="width:408px;height:417px;display:inline-block;float:right"></h2>Timely arrival plays a key role in helping students begin their day with confidence and ease. We ask that all children arrive on time and join their class cohort in their designated zone. Late arrivals can disrupt classroom routines—especially as students are still learning the flow of morning entry and settling in.If your child does arrive late, please ensure they sign in at the office and proceed promptly to class. To support a calm and focused transition, we kindly encourage parents and guardians to keep drop-offs brief. A quick goodbye helps us guide students directly to their classrooms and maintain a consistent start to the day.If you remain in the front lobby with your child, we assume you are actively engaged with them. In these moments, staff may step away to assist other students who are already in the process of transitioning to class. This helps us ensure that all children receive timely support and direction.For our Kindergarten families, please make sure a staff member is present with your child before leaving the building.Thank you for your cooperation and continued support in helping all students start their day successfully!<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Report An Absence</h2><img src="/images/ef2f4a87-c480-46ee-b462-8771e180e2cc?fingerprint=ppb20251217015218" alt="school messenger" width="166" height="127" style="width:166px;height:127px;display:inline-block;float:left">Reporting your child’s absence through School Messenger is an essential part of our daily attendance process and helps us ensure the safety and well-being of all 370 students. Whether your child is away due to illness, a family commitment, or participating in a school activity such as a sports tournament, it’s important that their absence is recorded. For students attending school-sponsored events, coaches or supervising teachers will update attendance records so these absences do not count against them. However, we still ask families to report these absences through School Messenger to help us maintain accurate records and confirm each student’s whereabouts. Your cooperation supports a safe and organized school environment.To report an absence, use one the following methods:<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">School Messenger application</h3><ol class="editor-list-ol"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Use the email address you provided to the school.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Use your mobile device to download and install the free SchoolMessenger blue app from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store, the <a href="https://go.schoolmessenger.com/#/home" target="_blank" title="SchoolMessenger website" class="editor-link">SchoolMessenger website portal</a>, or from within the LDSB mobile app.</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Tap Sign Up to create your account. Please ensure you use the same email address your student’s school has on file. If you do not use that same email address, you will not be able to create an account, or may not be able to see the "Attendance" option. You may have already created an account when we introduced the Communicate broadcast system.</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Select Attendance from the menu, then select Report an Absence and follow the prompts.</li></ol><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Interactive toll-free telephone</h3><ol class="editor-list-ol"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Call 1-855-257-9349 toll-free to report an absence using the automated phone system.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Follow the instructions to report an absence.</li></ol>These options are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For any school day in the school term up to the cut-off time on the day of the absence. Future absences can be reported at any time using any one of these methods. Please do not call the school directly to report your student's absence.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Reporting late arrivals</h2>Parents/caregivers are instructed to report late arrivals using the new Late Arrival option, including the expected arrival time to school. When a student arrives, they are expected to sign in at office and staff make the amendment in our student information system. When a student leaves early, again they are expected to sign out (with parental permission) and again the amendment is made in our system. This method allows us to best track student attendance to ensure safety. The SafeArrival system makes it easier for you to report your student’s absence, reduces the time it takes for our school staff to verify student attendance, and responds to unexpected or unplanned student absences. This time savings makes it faster and more efficient to account for all students and their safety.<hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 3fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Visitors to Welborne Avenue Public School</h2>We welcome visitors to our school. We do ask that all visitors, parents/guardians included, sign in with the main office and remain in the front lobby until directed/escorted by a staff member. All LDSB elementary schools are equipped with a Safe Welcome system which requires all external doors be locked during the school day. All visitors are required to report to the school’s main entrance and request access using an intercom and buzzer system. When it is necessary for a student to leave school during the day, a note is required from a parent or guardian. The note must be given to the homeroom teacher or the office. If parents/guardians of students are coming to pick up/drop off your child, you are asked to wait at the main office. If necessary, office staff will alert your child’s classroom. These measures are in place to help keep all students safe and minimize disruptions to learning.</div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> <img src="/images/c362a85d-ef40-44eb-822c-7172aacc15a8?fingerprint=ppb20251217014816" alt="Screenshot 2025 09 06 152716" width="191" height="208" style="width:191px;height:208px;display:inline-block"> </div></div><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Grade 7 and Grade 8 Lunch Privileges</h2>Historically, the students in grades 7 and 8 have the opportunity to get parent permission to leave the school property during recess/eating break on designated days. Additional information and a permission form has been sent home to families of students in grade 7 and 8. Students must return these forms to their homeroom teacher.<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Community Information</h2><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Kingston Music Office's Youth Open Mic series offers young performers the chance to share their music, poetry, or spoken word in a fun, supportive, and inclusive space, all for free!</h3><img src="/images/7ecf3786-ad24-4ba0-aa8b-0aa85100a9d1?fingerprint=ppb20251217014153" alt="mic" width="161" height="161" style="width:161px;height:161px;display:inline-block;float:left">Upcoming Dates: <blockquote class="editor-quote" dir="ltr">Sunday, November 9 at 1:00 PM – Broom Factory (305 Rideau St.) Hosted by local youth artist <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.kyradaniel.com/&data=05%7c02%7cmcdonaldr%40limestone.on.ca%7c2a01b5ed74b846dfc57208de116ee059%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c638967366148944170%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c80000%7c%7c%7c&sdata=GP6LSSs7CkUA9gdguOjSyRldiXBtC%2BQlxKkYZlL%2Bj9U%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Kyra Daniel</a>, with free pre-show mentorship from Kingston singer-songwriter <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.instagram.com/savannahsheamusic/&data=05%7c02%7cmcdonaldr%40limestone.on.ca%7c2a01b5ed74b846dfc57208de116ee059%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c638967366148988433%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c80000%7c%7c%7c&sdata=tjfjR8%2BGnbchXaqjGp/8IV/6g1PKqad/9cz/z52B5kU%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Savannah Shea</a>. Sunday, December 7 at 1:00 PM – Le Sésame Theatre (1290 Wheathill St.) Hosted by Franco-Ontarian artist <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.instagram.com/veloceandre/?hl%3Den&data=05%7c02%7cmcdonaldr%40limestone.on.ca%7c2a01b5ed74b846dfc57208de116ee059%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c638967366149026119%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c80000%7c%7c%7c&sdata=MjLbvTeBwtZLeOu3z0bvP31jBWu3cu93KQXOYqhYQwE%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Véloce André</a>, presented in partnership with <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://centreculturelfrontenac.com/&data=05%7c02%7cmcdonaldr%40limestone.on.ca%7c2a01b5ed74b846dfc57208de116ee059%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c638967366149056320%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c80000%7c%7c%7c&sdata=spnMaEX1vdzMsteUB2/Vy%2BnxLsK61QcavLeDC8E83fo%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Centre Culturel Frontenac</a> </blockquote><blockquote class="editor-quote" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">“Each session includes a free mentorship opportunity, and we’ll be continuing our guitar raffle with great prizes from Long & McQuade Kingston — including free music lessons for one lucky participant!” </blockquote><h4 id="performers-can-sign-up-and-learn-more-here-https-www.visitkingston.ca-music-bandwidth-industry-insights" class="editor-heading-h4" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"> Performers can sign up and learn more here: <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.visitkingston.ca/music/bandwidth-industry-insights/&data=05%7c02%7cmcdonaldr%40limestone.on.ca%7c2a01b5ed74b846dfc57208de116ee059%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c638967366149075275%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c80000%7c%7c%7c&sdata=vbbWJR2Xtp4YPWeFMKwLKN3qstEtMq9wDukV7aObVd8%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">https://www.visitkingston.ca/music/bandwidth-industry-insights/</a></h4><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/57a381de-b80a-478a-85fd-94e5bf1273ca?fingerprint=ppb20251217013816" alt="2025 10 01 newsletter insert does your student need glasses" width="415" height="584" style="width:415px;height:584px;display:inline-block"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/5fb8ff19-b1c7-46ab-9a12-d07f6da1d444?fingerprint=ppb20251217013856" alt="2025 10 20 Child due Routine Immunizations newsletter insert" width="415" height="588" style="width:415px;height:588px;display:inline-block"></div></div><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/77143b36-64d5-4f80-a9f2-cf2bf339fb88?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="241" height="344" style="width:241px;height:344px;display:inline-block;float:left"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Allergen Awareness - Nut-Free & Scent Free School</h2></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/82676d7c-9f03-44b6-b1be-d6d69bae3625?fingerprint=ppb20251217014220" alt="20f12d85 2a46 4137 bd1e ab4d5273e2c1" width="272" height="338" style="width:272px;height:338px;display:inline-block"></div></div><hr>

2025-11-03 20:56:57.488 +0000 UTC

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Boardroom Briefs: October 29, 2025

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. The following are highlights of the October 29, 2025 Regular Board Meeting. Agendas can be found on the website under <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/board_meetings-1719463739654" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Board Meetings</a>.  <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Land Acknowledgement </h2>All meetings begin with a Land Acknowledgement. Trustee Elliott provided the following 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 cultures and celebrate their commitment to this land. As a photographer, I’ve spent all summer and fall taking photos for various tourism groups in the region, and have experienced first-hand how lucky we are to live where we live. I’ve taken photos of people sharing parks with their friends and families, cyclists in rural areas enjoying the open road, endless landscapes and sunsets along the lake, and large events that bring the community together to celebrate and have fun. I’m thankful for these opportunities to reflect on the shared responsibility we have to respect and protect this beautiful region, and am grateful to live, work, and learn here."<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Presentation</h2>A presentation from Umoja was embedded as part of the Report for Information 13.4.1: LDSB Equity Team Action Plan.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Private Session Report</h2><details open="false"><summary>Private Session Report - October 29, 2025</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true">During private session following at the October 1 Education, Policy, and Operations Committee Meeting:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Trustee McGregor provided an OPSBA update</li></ul>There was no other business conducted, or motions passed in Private Session.Earlier this evening during Private Session:The private session minutes were approved from the following:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">September 15, 2025, Audit Committee Meeting</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">September 17, 2025, Regular Board Meeting</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">October 1, 2025, EPOC Meeting</li></ul>Superintendent Young provided a property and legal update.Trustees discussed some Personnel updates.There was no other business conducted, or motions passed in Private Session. </div></details><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Reports from Officers</h2><details open="false"><summary>Chair's Report</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true"><img src="/images/3b73f535-6db0-57a4-bb4f-a5bb6232f53e?fingerprint=ppb20251217013553" alt="" width="268" height="347" style="width:268px;height:347px;display:inline-block;float:right">Chair McGregor provided the following report: "I would like to begin my report tonight by extending a heartfelt thank you to everyone across Limestone who continues to create meaningful learning opportunities for students both inside and outside of the classroom. Your efforts are helping to shape inspired learners across the district. This week, Limestone was honoured to host a special Breakfast with Aaliyah Edwards, WNBA athlete and proud Limestone graduate. Aaliyah’s visit was an incredible opportunity for students to hear directly from a role model who embodies perseverance, leadership, and community spirit. We are deeply grateful to Aaliyah for taking the time to give back to the Limestone community. Limestone students also participated in Girls in Trades, a full-day event hosted by the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program at St. Lawrence College. Students explored hands-on learning in wind turbine technology, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, hairstyling, esthetics, brick and stonework, and millwork. This event is one of many that help inspire the next generation of tradeswomen and expanded career possibilities for Limestone students. Looking ahead, National Skilled Trade and Technology Week is next week – a celebration of student exploration and opportunities in skilled trades and technology. We look forward to highlighting the many ways students can engage with and pursue these pathways. Earlier today, Limestone hosted the Black, Indigenous, and Racialized Career Day for secondary students. This event was designed to amplify diverse voices and break down barriers by showcasing successful professionals from a wide range of industries. Students had the opportunity to learn about scholarship opportunities, post-secondary planning with guidance counsellors, Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program, the new Queen’s Black Mentorship Program, Specialist High Skills Major, and local employers and career pathways, and featured an inspiring group of panelists from the local community. The event was made possible through the support of the Kingston Native Centre and Language Nest, St. Lawrence College, Specialist High Skills Major, Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program, and Queen’s University. Thank you again to all Limestone employees, partners, and community members who continue to support students in discovering their passions and building their futures. This concludes my report." </div></details><details open="false"><summary>Director's Report</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true"><img src="/images/959f9ebc-0553-5f56-afed-83ccf39d2906?fingerprint=ppb20251217014409" alt="" width="316" height="316" style="width:316px;height:316px;float:left;display:inline-block">Director Burra provided the following report: "Good evening Trustees and members of the viewing public. I have several updates I would like to share with you this evening. Thank you, Chair McGregor, for your comments regarding Aaliyah Edward’s visit with students earlier this week, the recent Girls in Trades event, the Black, Indigenous, and Racialized Career Day for secondary students that occurred earlier today, and for reminding everyone of National Skilled Trade and Technology Week next week. These are all great events that benefit a range of Limestone students, and are just some highlights of different learning opportunities provided to students. As a reminder to Trustees and the viewing public, we are in the midst of the fall 2025 United Way fundraising campaign. Given continuing, significant economic dislocation, housing costs, and food security concerns, it is critical for those that can support this campaign to do so, to help support some of the most vulnerable children, youth, and families in the region. Limestone is a proud contributor to this annual campaign. I should note that it was my pleasure to help support the United Way engaging with the secondary Interschool Council members last week. The Interschool Council is comprised of Student Trustees and student leaders from across LDSB secondary schools. This engagement is a new Youth United campaign to increase youth awareness of the United Way and partners who receive funding to support members of the community in need. The Interschool Council went on an abbreviated ‘Seeing is Believing’ tour for student leaders to see examples of services that exist in our communities to support a range of needs. I am sure we will hear about this from Student Trustees. I look forward to seeing how this initiative evolves and the difference students, and schools, can make in this year’s campaign. Tonight we have three reports for Trustees, one for action related to a financial update, and an information update related to Limestone’s Equity Action Plan. Part of that report will include a presentation that includes greatly valued partners in support of this work.This evening, Trustees will also see an interim update report for the LDSB Strategic Plan, 2024-2028. The report this evening will focus on our continued focus on goals outlined in the Strategic Plan and the high impact strategies we are utilizing to support the goals. Given the province has yet to release the 2024-2025 EQAO results that we have to include as part of our assessment of the Strategic Plan, tonight’s report is interim and we will bring it back once we have the EQAO results and other data to support our monitoring of the plan. Our current focus continues to be on improving teaching and learning in classrooms. These points of emphasis are critical components of the provincial and board priorities, but also integral to our equity work in ensuring that each Limestone student has the skills and confidence to access their pathway of choice as they navigate through their K-12 schooling. The stakes of our work are incredibly high, and we have a legal and moral responsibility to ensure that we maintain focused attention on student achievement. It is also important for us all to remember the importance of this data particularly when it is triangulated, or overlaid, with Student Census data. As Trustees are aware, we have the second Limestone Student Census coming up in just a few weeks. Once we have the results and analysis of the Student Census data, we will have very rich information about specific groups of students in Limestone and their experiences. I look forward to continuing our critical work in Limestone with the new Strategic Plan as we move into the future, doing the best we can to make a difference in the lives of the students we serve.Thank you, Chair McGregor. That completes my update for this evening." </div></details><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Reports</h2><details open="false"><summary>OPSBA Report</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true">Chair McGregor provided an OPSBA report.</div></details><details open="false"><summary>Student Trustees' Report</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true">Student Trustee Ismail provided the Student Trustees' Report: "Good afternoon, Trustees and members of the public,We held our Interschool Council (ISC) meeting October 21, chaired by Mia Comeau and Rachel Kolosov. Our meeting consisted of a tour of three United Way KFL&A partner agencies for student representatives to better understand and gain new perspectives on the youth in our communities and local initiatives that support youth and families across the LDSB.To begin our day, ISC members and guests visited Youth Diversion, where Executive Director Shawn Quigley led an interactive session focused on understanding the importance of support systems in our lives. This experience helped student representatives reflect on the ways Youth Diversion’s prevention and intervention programs help students overcome challenges they may face and contribute to student well-being across our board.Our next stop was the Food Sharing Project, where ISC members learned from Andy Mills about how the organization supports equitable access to nutrition across many schools. Students were able to see the large-scale community effort that aims to help all students learn and thrive.And lastly, we visited the BGC South East, where we toured their facilities, including a robotics rink, gym, a new STEM lab, and many study and quiet spaces. The centre also offers accessible and structured programs that create a supportive environment for youth to develop skills and relationships with their peers and mentors.We discussed our schools involvement in the Youth United initiative, and schools are at different stages of launching fundraising efforts and building awareness to encourage registrations within their student bodies.The Interschool Council is looking forward to building connections between our schools and local community organizations that put tremendous effort in supporting student well-being.This concludes our October ISC meeting. Thank you." </div></details><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Reports for Action</h3><details open="true"><summary>Accumulated Surplus Financial Update - Superintendent Young</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true">The purpose of this report was to provide Trustees with the latest financial information related to the Board's accumulated surplus, and propose additional investments in Limestone District School Board for 2025-2026.For a full look at background information assembled from the 2024-2025 Year End Consolidated Financial Statements, please visit page 25 in the <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/5bb14b2b-a709-4efa-9daa-9553a7b51f9a/LDSB-Regular-Board-Meeting-Agenda-October-29-2025-revised.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013831" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Board Meeting Agenda</a>.For the 2024-2025 fiscal year, Limestone District School Board ended the year with its accumulated surplus at $1.6M higher than projected. The revised estimates projected the accumulated surplus to be $10.2M at the end of August 31, 2025. The actual accumulated surplus at August 31, 2025 was $11.8M as shown above. It is proposed that $500,000 of the additional surplus be reinvested back into school programs. At the June 11, 2025 Board meeting, Trustees approved the following programs to be supported by spending Accumulated Surplus. Expenses Equity and Inclusion Positions - Human Rights Officer and Teachers: $320,000 Short-Term Educational Assistants: $925,000 Additional IT Devices and Technology: $800,000 Cyber Security: $350,000 Educational Software: $140,000 Total Expenses: $2,535,000 As part of a calculated and planned draw down of the accumulated surplus, the projects listed below are proposed as additional investments into Limestone District School Board schools. These proposed investments are one-time expenditures that will not contribute to structural deficits within the organization. These investments are strategically placed in Special Education and Math/IT. New Expenses - for Approval Special Education Short-Term Staff Investment: $400,000 Mathematics and IT Equipment Investment: $100,000 Total Expenses: $500,000For full report, please visit pages 25 to 27 in the <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/5bb14b2b-a709-4efa-9daa-9553a7b51f9a/LDSB-Regular-Board-Meeting-Agenda-October-29-2025-revised.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013831" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Board Meeting Agenda</a>.</div></details><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Reports for Information</h3><details open="true"><summary>Limestone District School Board Equity Team Action Plan, 2025-2028 - Superintendent McDonnell</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true">The purpose of this report was to provide Trustees with an update on the LDSB Equity Team Action Plan, 2025-2028, and progress being made toward established goals. The LDSB Equity Action Plan 2nd Edition, 2020-2024, was last shared with Trustees at the October 2, 2024, Education, Policy, and Operations Committee (EPOC) meeting. On an annual basis, outcomes will be shared with Trustees at the start of each new school year. An updated plan has been developed, renamed the Equity Team Action Plan, 2025-2028. Currently, recognizing the importance of this work, the following areas of focus within the Equity Team Action Plan were highlighted for Trustees, to provide a snapshot of the progress being made in Limestone:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Addressing Discriminatory Language: Student Modules (Elementary)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Guide on Human Rights Expectations in LDSB for Families and Caregivers</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Supporting Human Rights and Equity in Rural Schools</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Tracking Our Commitment to Black Student Equity: OHRC Dreams Delayed Action Items</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">KASSAA and Human Rights Presentations</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Anti-Black Racism Module</li></ul><img src="/images/d33774a6-9a09-4106-aed2-0de75eb0924c?fingerprint=ppb20251217014946" alt="Human Rights and Athletics Slide from October 29 LDSB Board Meeting" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> At the end of the 2025-2028 Equity Action Plan cycle, the Community Equity Advisory Committee will review the progress made towards achieving the goals outlined herein. For full report with details of each area, please visit pages 28 to 34 in the <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/5bb14b2b-a709-4efa-9daa-9553a7b51f9a/LDSB-Regular-Board-Meeting-Agenda-October-29-2025-revised.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013831" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Board Meeting Agenda</a>.</div></details><details open="true"><summary>Strategic Plan - Interim End-of-Year Report 2024-2025 - Director Burra</summary><div data-lexical-collapsible-content="true">The purpose of this report was to provide Trustees an end-of-year status report on the 2024-2025 Strategic Plan.Senior Staff presented an end-of-school-year Strategic Plan Overview (included in the <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/5bb14b2b-a709-4efa-9daa-9553a7b51f9a/LDSB-Regular-Board-Meeting-Agenda-October-29-2025-revised.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013831" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Board Meeting Agenda</a> starting on page 37). To assist Trustees with ongoing monitoring, a “traffic light” system has been in place to evaluate the progress. To note, Senior Staff will bring forward additional data once 2024-2025 EQAO data is released by the provincial government. Without the EQAO data, the Senior Team is currently missing a large number of indicators that are legislatively required to be included as the foundation of the LDSB Multi-Year Strategic plan and Student Achievement Plan.<img src="/images/b9e7e717-4c31-4af3-b2fa-347f08ce58ee?fingerprint=ppb20251217014726" alt="Student Achievement Plan Provincial Graphic" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">As a reminder, multiple data sets and evidence are used to evaluate the progress toward the desired outcomes. Last year’s overview of meetings is attached to the report, mapping the Strategic Plan Goals to specific meetings/committees for 2024-2025. The Senior Team will continue to provide Trustees with updates focused on important areas of work through reports shared as part of Board and Education and Policy Operations Committee and Board Meeting agendas throughout the 2025-2026 school year. Operational plan updates throughout the year will provide further opportunities to monitor the overall Strategic Plan and Provincial Student Achievement plan.For the full report, please visit pages 35 to 41 in the<a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/5bb14b2b-a709-4efa-9daa-9553a7b51f9a/LDSB-Regular-Board-Meeting-Agenda-October-29-2025-revised.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013831" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"> Board Meeting Agenda</a>.</div></details><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Notices of Motion</h2>Motion brought forward by Vice-Chair Godkin: “Given the Minister of Education's musings regarding the potential removal of some, or all, Trustees in the province of Ontario, and that we have already sent a letter to the Minister and other specific audiences, I would like to put forward a motion to expand the number of recipients of the letter to include local media outlets and other parties to be determined by the Board in discussion of this motion.” <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Adjournment</h2>The Board Meeting adjourned and Trustees returned to Private Session. A report from that session will be shared with the public at the Annual Board Meeting on November 19, 2025.

2025-11-03 19:16:12.021 +0000 UTC

Message from the Director

Dear Families,It is hard to believe we are already approaching the end of October.  Excluding today and a handful of other days, we have enjoyed a beautiful and relatively warm fall. Since the start of the school year, it has been wonderful to see the momentum of learning and the wide variety of extracurricular activities taking place across Limestone schools. As we head into November next week, I want to share a few updates with you:See Yourself in Limestone – Student Census SurveyInformation was shared with families earlier this week regarding the upcoming See Yourself in Limestone Student Census. The census is a voluntary and confidential survey for students in Grades 4 to 12. Please note, there was one error in the message shared with you regarding the dates of the Student Census. The correct dates are November 24 to 28, 2025.As a reminder, 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: <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student_census" class="editor-link">limestone.on.ca/student_census</a>Reminder: Upcoming PA Day – November 14, 2025A reminder to families that Friday, November 14 is a Professional Activity (PA) Day for all Limestone students. There will be no classes for students on this day. Student Achievement Plan – Opportunity to Provide FeedbackAn update on <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/5bb14b2b-a709-4efa-9daa-9553a7b51f9a/LDSB-Regular-Board-Meeting-Agenda-October-29-2025-revised.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013831" class="editor-link">Limestone’s Student Achievement Plan is included in the most recent Board Meeting package (pages 37 through 39)</a>. This update is interim because we are still awaiting the release of 2024-2025 EQAO data and other provincial data. The plan outlines how the Board is working to support student success in three key areas:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Achievement in Core Academic Skills (literacy and numeracy)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Preparation for Future Success (graduation rates, career pathways)</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Student Engagement and Well-Being</li></ul>Families are encouraged to <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/5bb14b2b-a709-4efa-9daa-9553a7b51f9a/LDSB-Regular-Board-Meeting-Agenda-October-29-2025-revised.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013831" class="editor-link">review the update included in the October Board Meeting package</a> and learn more about how Limestone is tracking progress and creating opportunities for all students. Once we have EQAO and other provincial data, another update will be shared.As of today (October 30, 2025), we have still not received EQAO and other provincial data for the 2024-2025 school year. As a result, based on the <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/mission__vision___values" class="editor-link">Limestone District School Board Strategic Plan</a> we have provided an interim report on our continued work to support improved student learning and well-being. Question for Families: What feedback, if any, do you have regarding the Board's goals and high impact strategies focused on improving student learning and well-being? <a href="https://ca1.voxco.com/S2/?st=fu443Fws9prNw0zfWUOKuly9F1SpkMermbTzVyZ1st8%3D&mod=0&dlang=en" class="editor-link">Share your feedback with Limestone online here.</a>Free Access to IDELLO for the French as a Second Language CommunityWe are excited to share that Télévision française de l’Ontario (TFO) is offering free access to IDELLO for families in the French as a Second Language (FSL) community!<a href="https://www.idello.org/formations-et-evenements?utm_source=Idello&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Idello2025" class="editor-link">IDELLO is a rich online platform</a> that offers virtual training, events, and resources designed to support French-language learning for educators, parents, and students. It is a great way to explore engaging content and strengthen language skills at home.In recognition of Truth and Reconciliation Day, IDELLO also features a special <a href="https://www.idello.org/002686794/journee-nationale-de-la-verite-et-de-la-reconciliation-5e-a-12e-annee?utm_source=Idello&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Idello2025" class="editor-link">resource collection for Grades 5 to 12</a>. These materials help students learn about the lived experiences of Indigenous peoples in Canada and encourage thoughtful reflection on building a better future.To request free access, families can contact TFO directly at <a href="mailto:support@idello.org" class="editor-link">support@idello.org</a>.Do not miss this opportunity to bring meaningful French-language learning and cultural reflection into your home!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. Inclement Weather SeasonAs we approach the inclement weather months (roughly early November to early April), our transportation partner, Tri-Board Student Transportation Services (Tri-Board), works closely with their school bus companies to determine if it is safe to offer school transportation on inclement weather days. School buses function differently than other vehicles, and sometimes, although it is safe for the average family vehicle to travel, it is not safe for a school bus to be on the road. Due to the geographic size of our district, weather conditions can vary significantly from one region to another. As a result, there are times when transportation cancellations may only apply to specific areas experiencing adverse conditions, while other regions remain unaffected. Having to cancel school transportation is understandably disruptive to families, but Tri-Board always puts the safety of their 30,000-plus bus riders first and foremost in their decision-making. Learn more about <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/news/prepare-for-winter-related-bus-delays-and-cancellations--20251020203640" class="editor-link">how to help make the winter season and bus cancellation days easier for families to manage on our website</a>. Thank you for the continued support and partnership as part of the Limestone community, and have a safe, and hopefully not a rainy, Halloween.Krishna BurraDirector of Education

2025-10-30 20:00:23.001 +0000 UTC

Upcoming Student Census Survey

Dear Families,Limestone is committed to supporting every student in achieving success. To do this, we need to better understand how students’ identities, experiences, and academic outcomes are connected. That is why we are launching our second See Yourself in Limestone Student Census Survey this November.The Student Census is a voluntary survey for students in Grades 4 to 12. 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.It is important to note that:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">The survey is optional.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Responses are confidential.</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Students can choose to answer as much or as little of the survey as they wish.</li></ul>The goal is to identify ways schools can better support students and ensure everyone has what they need to succeed. The insights we gain will help Limestone break down barriers and improve school experiences for all students.The census will be available from November 24 to 28, 2025, and students will complete it during class time. If you prefer that your student not participate, you can opt them out by contacting your school principal. Students who are opted out will not receive the survey in their e-mail inbox and will be provided with an alternative activity during the survey period.Opt-out deadline: Friday, November 14, 2025Watch the Student Census video and learn more about the student census online: <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student_census" class="editor-link">limestone.on.ca/student_census</a>If you have any questions, please contact your school principal, e-mail us at <a href="mailto:StudentCensus@limestone.on.ca" class="editor-link">StudentCensus@limestone.on.ca</a>, or call 613-389-2294.Thank you for your continued support in helping us create a more inclusive and equitable learning environment.Alison McDonnellSuperintendent of Curriculum and Program Services:Early Years and Equity and Inclusion

2025-10-28 20:30:02.593 +0000 UTC

Wildcat Word - October 27, 2025 - Issue #8

<img src="/images/42c4db6d-eef3-4123-a652-2d2965904743?fingerprint=ppb20251217013634" alt="Dark Brown Elegant Monthly Newsletter Email Header 2 " width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Closing October with Heart and Hustle</h2>As October winds down and the leaves crunch beneath our feet, we find ourselves reflecting on a month filled with learning, laughter, and community spirit. From classroom milestones to spirited sports matches, our school has been buzzing with energy and heart. As we head into the final week of October, let’s celebrate the moments we’ve shared and look ahead to the exciting events that await in November!Please find the link to the SAC meeting tonight under the SAC Snapshot section.If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at welba@limestone.on.caWarmly, Ms. Fraser, Mrs. Swan-Pressnell, and Ms. Hart<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Let's Go Blue Jays!</h2><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/65211326-d28d-47fa-a20c-9fa6c44213f2?fingerprint=ppb20251217013934" alt="thumbnail Resized IMG 3552" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> </div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/6376d2f5-8d64-4b98-8f7e-1046c7a3730d?fingerprint=ppb20251217013923" alt="Resized IMG 3550" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> </div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/b31cca77-dafa-4c5c-8d7d-84517d460e47?fingerprint=ppb20251217014650" alt="Resized IMG 3549" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> </div></div><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 3fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">🎃 Spirited Fun with The Council of Houses – October 31st!</h2> On Friday, October 31st, our student leadership team, The Council of Houses, will host a series of seasonal activities during the second half of the school day. Each division will enjoy a scheduled dance in the gym, while students who prefer a quieter option may attend an age-appropriate movie screening in the library. Intermediate students will participate in Colour House–themed pumpkin carving. To help create a festive atmosphere, students are encouraged to wear black and orange. Please note that costumes should be reserved for evening celebrations. We look forward to a day of school spirit, creativity, and community.</div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/ac2c3184-2f58-4b1b-8929-3c2ed5ab02a3?fingerprint=ppb20251217014611" alt="download" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div></div><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Remembrance Day Assembly Presenter(s)</h2>Planning has begun for the Remembrance Day assembly at Welborne. If your student has a family member or other adult who is significant in their lives, that has a connection to the military and would like to participate in our Remembrance Day assembly, please have them contact teacher Mme Erika Vines at vinese@limestone.on.ca. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/f1f29459-b85a-4111-9183-4007abbfe39b?fingerprint=ppb20251217015231" alt="remeber" width="421" height="280" style="width:421px;height:280px;display:inline-block"></h2></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">A Silly Visitor with a Serious Message</h2>There was a surprise visitor in the Welborne school yard this week—a rather silly turkey who strutted around like it owned the place! While its feathered antics gave us all a chuckle, it’s a great reminder that wild animals, no matter how goofy they seem, should be admired from a safe distance. We encourage families to chat with their students about the importance of not approaching or interacting with wildlife. Respecting their space helps keep both animals and people safe.<img src="/images/67a4da6e-a957-4c95-bb40-4611c14adae8?fingerprint=ppb20251217013949" alt="IMG 9073" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div></div><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/cf87db9f-b9aa-4c89-9035-1d0e6cef3cf7?fingerprint=ppb20251217014921" alt="Census" width="523" height="415" style="width:523px;height:415px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">See Yourself in Limestone – Student Census Survey</h2>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:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">The survey is optional.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Responses are confidential and students can skip any questions they do not wish to answer.</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Students will complete the survey during class time.</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Students who do not participate will be provided with an alternative activity.</li></ul>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: <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student_census" class="editor-link">limestone.on.ca/student_census</a></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">From Frost to Puddles: Dress for the Day</h2>As the weather continues to shift, our mornings are starting off chilly before warming up later in the day. We kindly remind families to send students with a few extra layers—such as a sweater or light jacket—that can be added or removed as needed. It’s also a great idea to pack an extra pair of socks and a change of clothes, just in case of any unexpected puddle adventures during outdoor play. Staying warm and dry helps everyone enjoy the day to the fullest!<img src="/images/03c52253-4f71-4fae-9cf0-7fb6d970a849?fingerprint=ppb20251217013025" alt="A cheerful autumn th" width="193" height="289" style="width:193px;height:289px;display:inline-block"></div></div><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/bd4436fd-2e17-4463-b564-01ea404d16cf?fingerprint=ppb20251217014739" alt="Food share" width="217" height="216" style="width:217px;height:216px;display:inline-block;float:right">Welborne Food Share Program</h2>We’ve recently seen a noticeable increase in the number of students accessing our Food Share program, with many seeking additional support throughout the day. While we’re grateful to be able to offer this resource, we want to ensure it remains available for those who truly need it. We kindly ask parents and guardians to check in with their student to see if they are relying on the Food Share at school. If your family is in a position to send extra snacks for your student, we would greatly appreciate it—this action helps us preserve this vital program for students facing food insecurity. Thank you for your continued support and care.This initiative is an extension of The Food Sharing Project, which is funded entirely through community fundraising. If you would like to support these efforts and help provide nutritious food to students across all schools in the greater Kingston area, you can contribute by selecting 2025-2026 Food Sharing Project Support from the products listing in your School-Day account. </div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/e7a156c0-e5a0-4007-a74a-be3e7adf3764?fingerprint=ppb20251217015125" alt="Red Retro Illustrative Pizza Logo" width="227" height="227" style="width:227px;height:227px;display:inline-block;float:right">Hot Lunch Ordering</h2>We’re excited to share that hot lunch orders are now open through School-Day! Please note that, due to the holiday weekend, this week’s ordering window is shorter than usual. Orders for Edo Japan and Sub Day will close at midnight this Thursday.Hot lunch schedule:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Tuesdays – Sub Day from Tony’s Pizza (order by the Thursday prior)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Wednesdays – Edo Japan (order by the Thursday prior)</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Fridays – Tony’s Pizza or Chicken Fingers & Fries (order by the Sunday prior)</li></ul>Please note: Due to storage constraints, we’re unable to hold meals for students who are absent, unless they are returning later the same day.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"> </h2></div></div><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/b991d1ad-b91c-47f1-9ec3-d321e65e3eba?fingerprint=ppb20251217014726" alt="download" width="140" height="140" style="width:140px;height:140px;display:inline-block;float:left">Staying Connected with Our School Community</h2>We’re always happy to hear from families! If you call and we’re unable to answer, please leave a short voicemail. There are times during the day when staff are away from the office or actively supporting students, and your message ensures we can follow up as soon as we’re available.For any changes to your child’s dismissal plans, we kindly ask that you contact the school before 3:00 PM. These updates are best shared by phone or voicemail so we can receive them in time and direct them appropriately.To help maintain a focused and supportive learning environment, we ask that families schedule meetings in advance if they’d like to connect with their child’s classroom educator or a member of the Administration team. You can arrange a meeting by calling 613-389-0188 (please leave a message if Ms. Hart is unavailable) or by emailing us at Welba@limestone.on.ca.Thank you for helping us keep communication smooth and students safe—we truly value your ongoing support and partnership!</div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/2c62a303-f5ba-435b-b7f9-96cc21965873?fingerprint=ppb20251217013419" alt="School safety" width="158" height="160" style="width:158px;height:160px;display:inline-block;float:left">Supporting Student Safety Through Practice and Care</h2>Safety is a shared priority in our school community, and we want families to know that we continue to practice emergency procedures with care and intention. Each fall and spring, we complete three fire drills and one lockdown drill. We’ve already completed two fire drills this fall, and our students have shown excellent focus and teamwork. Teachers guide students through these routines thoughtfully, ensuring expectations are clear and questions are addressed in a supportive, age-appropriate way.</div></div><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/87284329-f725-4305-90ca-c01932a844da?fingerprint=ppb20251217014234" alt="Math Fluency" width="426" height="585" style="width:426px;height:585px;display:inline-block"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/f5674ca3-7cb9-4309-a2f6-c511cc5ebbf2?fingerprint=ppb20251217015242" alt="Choices at 7" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div></div><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/4f7025ee-2539-49d6-9702-d23022ab1dad?fingerprint=ppb20251217013738" alt="2025 10 06 Help Shape Our Accessibility Plan" width="153" height="153" style="width:153px;height:153px;display:inline-block;float:left">Help Shape Our Accessibility Plan</h2>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 <a href="https://bit.ly/LDSB2025-2029AccessibilityPlan" class="editor-link">bit.ly/LDSB2025-2029AccessibilityPlan</a> to provide input. The survey is open until November 10, 2025</div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/786f3b03-9a54-4618-9193-c32efb2923d4?fingerprint=ppb20251217014125" alt="Tri Board" width="268" height="268" style="width:268px;height:268px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://welborne.limestone.on.ca/news/prepare-for-winter-related-bus-delays-and-cancellations--20251020203640?hash=weL25ld3MvcHJlcGFyZS1mb3Itd2ludGVyLXJlbGF0ZWQtYnVzLWRlbGF5cy1hbmQtY2FuY2VsbGF0aW9ucy0tMjAyNTEwMjAyMDM2NDA=" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Prepare for Winter-Related Bus Delays and Cancellations</a></h2></div></div><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/c67af219-6633-4929-9da9-cb0bb748e01d?fingerprint=ppb20251217014828" alt="calendar2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Every Wednesday</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Welborne Wednesday - Wear your Welborne Spirit Wear or Colours</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">October 31st</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Black and Orange Day</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">November 11th</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Remembrance Day</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">November 13th</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Progress Reports distributed</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">November 14th</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">PA Day - no school for students</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">November 17th - 21st</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Scholastic Book Fair - more info coming</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">November 26th</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Photo Re-takes beginning at 9am</td></tr></tbody></table></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/683b84ac-492e-4a13-ae3d-dc8966586897?fingerprint=ppb20251217013949" alt="Copy of Kim Hart U12 Convenr" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Lego Robotics Club</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">See Mr. Large</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Rocket League - Grades 5-8</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">See Mr. McDonough</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Musical Theatre - Grades 2 to 6</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">See Mr. Large</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Senior Girls Volleyball</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">See Mrs. Frenette</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Senior Boys Volleyball</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">See Mr. McDonough</td></tr></tbody></table> </div></div><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/531c1870-d1bf-42a7-b3b3-33a3382bed22?fingerprint=ppb20251217013751" alt="SAC" width="205" height="188" style="width:205px;height:188px;display:inline-block;float:left">SAC Snapshot</h2> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">📣 School Advisory Council Meeting Tonight!</h2> Families, you're warmly invited to join us this evening—Monday, October 27th from 6:15pm to 7:00pm—for our School Advisory Council meeting. This is a wonderful chance to stay informed, share your ideas, and help shape the direction of our school community. Whether you're a regular attendee or joining for the first time, your presence makes a difference.<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">💻 Join us via Zoom:<a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88084718108?pwd=d2xMeTl6bzlLOHBBL3UzcEQzQ3U2QT09" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"> Click here to attend</a></h3>Let’s come together to celebrate progress, discuss upcoming initiatives, and keep building a school environment where every voice is valued. We hope to see you there!<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">General School Related Information</h2><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/8cdf1514-dd65-4230-b638-d3b6be95954a?fingerprint=ppb20251217014314" alt="Caution" width="139" height="139" style="width:139px;height:139px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/e944ff94-93d3-47a4-b898-5d25105dd25b?fingerprint=ppb20251217015139" alt="IMG 4084" width="170" height="187" style="width:170px;height:187px;display:inline-block"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> </div></div><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Supporting Smooth Morning Transitions<img src="/images/990c6f89-d493-4007-898a-39cd06826402?fingerprint=ppb20251217014424" alt="schedule" width="408" height="417" style="width:408px;height:417px;display:inline-block;float:right"></h2>Timely arrival plays a key role in helping students begin their day with confidence and ease. We ask that all children arrive on time and join their class cohort in their designated zone. Late arrivals can disrupt classroom routines—especially as students are still learning the flow of morning entry and settling in.If your child does arrive late, please ensure they sign in at the office and proceed promptly to class. To support a calm and focused transition, we kindly encourage parents and guardians to keep drop-offs brief. A quick goodbye helps us guide students directly to their classrooms and maintain a consistent start to the day.If you remain in the front lobby with your child, we assume you are actively engaged with them. In these moments, staff may step away to assist other students who are already in the process of transitioning to class. This helps us ensure that all children receive timely support and direction.For our Kindergarten families, please make sure a staff member is present with your child before leaving the building.Thank you for your cooperation and continued support in helping all students start their day successfully!<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Report An Absence</h2><img src="/images/ef2f4a87-c480-46ee-b462-8771e180e2cc?fingerprint=ppb20251217015218" alt="school messenger" width="166" height="127" style="width:166px;height:127px;display:inline-block;float:left">Reporting your child’s absence through School Messenger is an essential part of our daily attendance process and helps us ensure the safety and well-being of all 370 students. Whether your child is away due to illness, a family commitment, or participating in a school activity such as a sports tournament, it’s important that their absence is recorded. For students attending school-sponsored events, coaches or supervising teachers will update attendance records so these absences do not count against them. However, we still ask families to report these absences through School Messenger to help us maintain accurate records and confirm each student’s whereabouts. Your cooperation supports a safe and organized school environment.To report an absence, use one the following methods:<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">School Messenger application</h3><ol class="editor-list-ol"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Use the email address you provided to the school.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Use your mobile device to download and install the free SchoolMessenger blue app from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store, the <a href="https://go.schoolmessenger.com/#/home" target="_blank" title="SchoolMessenger website" class="editor-link">SchoolMessenger website portal</a>, or from within the LDSB mobile app.</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Tap Sign Up to create your account. Please ensure you use the same email address your student’s school has on file. If you do not use that same email address, you will not be able to create an account, or may not be able to see the "Attendance" option. You may have already created an account when we introduced the Communicate broadcast system.</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Select Attendance from the menu, then select Report an Absence and follow the prompts.</li></ol><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Interactive toll-free telephone</h3><ol class="editor-list-ol"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Call 1-855-257-9349 toll-free to report an absence using the automated phone system.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Follow the instructions to report an absence.</li></ol>These options are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For any school day in the school term up to the cut-off time on the day of the absence. Future absences can be reported at any time using any one of these methods. Please do not call the school directly to report your student's absence.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Reporting late arrivals</h2>Parents/caregivers are instructed to report late arrivals using the new Late Arrival option, including the expected arrival time to school. When a student arrives, they are expected to sign in at office and staff make the amendment in our student information system. When a student leaves early, again they are expected to sign out (with parental permission) and again the amendment is made in our system. This method allows us to best track student attendance to ensure safety. The SafeArrival system makes it easier for you to report your student’s absence, reduces the time it takes for our school staff to verify student attendance, and responds to unexpected or unplanned student absences. This time savings makes it faster and more efficient to account for all students and their safety.<hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 3fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Visitors to Welborne Avenue Public School</h2>We welcome visitors to our school. We do ask that all visitors, parents/guardians included, sign in with the main office and remain in the front lobby until directed/escorted by a staff member. All LDSB elementary schools are equipped with a Safe Welcome system which requires all external doors be locked during the school day. All visitors are required to report to the school’s main entrance and request access using an intercom and buzzer system. When it is necessary for a student to leave school during the day, a note is required from a parent or guardian. The note must be given to the homeroom teacher or the office. If parents/guardians of students are coming to pick up/drop off your child, you are asked to wait at the main office. If necessary, office staff will alert your child’s classroom. These measures are in place to help keep all students safe and minimize disruptions to learning.</div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> <img src="/images/c362a85d-ef40-44eb-822c-7172aacc15a8?fingerprint=ppb20251217014816" alt="Screenshot 2025 09 06 152716" width="191" height="208" style="width:191px;height:208px;display:inline-block"> </div></div><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Grade 7 and Grade 8 Lunch Privileges</h2>Historically, the students in grades 7 and 8 have the opportunity to get parent permission to leave the school property during recess/eating break on designated days. Additional information and a permission form has been sent home to families of students in grade 7 and 8. Students must return these forms to their homeroom teacher.<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Community Information</h2><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Kingston Music Office's Youth Open Mic series offers young performers the chance to share their music, poetry, or spoken word in a fun, supportive, and inclusive space, all for free!</h3><a href="https://limestoneschools.sharepoint.com/sites/myLDSB-K-12Program/SitePages/Upcoming-Student-Opportunities-from-the-Kingston-Music-Office.aspx?CT=1761316013692&OR=OWA-NT-Mail&CID=2c518574-d345-4568-42ae-79d56d7c04a7#kingston-music-office-s-youth-open-mic-series-offers-young-performers-the-chance-to-share-their-music%2C-poetry%2C-or-spoken-word-in" target="_self" title="Permalink for Kingston Music Office's Youth Open Mic series offers young performers the chance to share their music, poetry, or spoken word in a fun, supportive, and inclusive space, all for free!" class="editor-link"></a><blockquote class="editor-quote" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Upcoming Dates: Sunday, November 9 at 1:00 PM – Broom Factory (305 Rideau St.) Hosted by local youth artist <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.kyradaniel.com/&data=05%7c02%7cmcdonaldr%40limestone.on.ca%7c2a01b5ed74b846dfc57208de116ee059%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c638967366148944170%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c80000%7c%7c%7c&sdata=GP6LSSs7CkUA9gdguOjSyRldiXBtC%2BQlxKkYZlL%2Bj9U%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Kyra Daniel</a>, with free pre-show mentorship from Kingston singer-songwriter <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.instagram.com/savannahsheamusic/&data=05%7c02%7cmcdonaldr%40limestone.on.ca%7c2a01b5ed74b846dfc57208de116ee059%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c638967366148988433%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c80000%7c%7c%7c&sdata=tjfjR8%2BGnbchXaqjGp/8IV/6g1PKqad/9cz/z52B5kU%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Savannah Shea</a>. Sunday, December 7 at 1:00 PM – Le Sésame Theatre (1290 Wheathill St.) Hosted by Franco-Ontarian artist <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.instagram.com/veloceandre/?hl%3Den&data=05%7c02%7cmcdonaldr%40limestone.on.ca%7c2a01b5ed74b846dfc57208de116ee059%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c638967366149026119%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c80000%7c%7c%7c&sdata=MjLbvTeBwtZLeOu3z0bvP31jBWu3cu93KQXOYqhYQwE%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Véloce André</a>, presented in partnership with <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://centreculturelfrontenac.com/&data=05%7c02%7cmcdonaldr%40limestone.on.ca%7c2a01b5ed74b846dfc57208de116ee059%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c638967366149056320%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c80000%7c%7c%7c&sdata=spnMaEX1vdzMsteUB2/Vy%2BnxLsK61QcavLeDC8E83fo%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Centre Culturel Frontenac</a> </blockquote><blockquote class="editor-quote" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">“Each session includes a free mentorship opportunity, and we’ll be continuing our guitar raffle with great prizes from Long & McQuade Kingston — including free music lessons for one lucky participant!” </blockquote><h4 id="performers-can-sign-up-and-learn-more-here-https-www.visitkingston.ca-music-bandwidth-industry-insights" class="editor-heading-h4" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"> Performers can sign up and learn more here: <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.visitkingston.ca/music/bandwidth-industry-insights/&data=05%7c02%7cmcdonaldr%40limestone.on.ca%7c2a01b5ed74b846dfc57208de116ee059%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c638967366149075275%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c80000%7c%7c%7c&sdata=vbbWJR2Xtp4YPWeFMKwLKN3qstEtMq9wDukV7aObVd8%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">https://www.visitkingston.ca/music/bandwidth-industry-insights/</a></h4><hr><img src="/images/5393b2e8-1c52-4f67-95fc-9177adcaa348?fingerprint=ppb20251217013751" alt="PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A NEIGHBOURHOOD EVENT NOT A SCHOOL EVENT" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/77143b36-64d5-4f80-a9f2-cf2bf339fb88?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="241" height="344" style="width:241px;height:344px;display:inline-block;float:left"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Allergen Awareness - Nut-Free & Scent Free School</h2></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/82676d7c-9f03-44b6-b1be-d6d69bae3625?fingerprint=ppb20251217014220" alt="20f12d85 2a46 4137 bd1e ab4d5273e2c1" width="272" height="338" style="width:272px;height:338px;display:inline-block"></div></div><hr>

2025-10-27 18:07:03.529 +0000 UTC

Choices at 7 Information Nights for the 2026-2027 School Year

Calvin Park PS ATLAS, Challenge, LEAP and CORE Programs<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">December 9, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.</li></ul>Loughborough PS Challenge Program<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">December 10, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.</li></ul>Ernestown Intermediate and SS Gr. 7-8 Challenge Program<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">December 11, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.</li></ul>Please continue to check for the Information Night dates for the Extended French Immersion Programs at Harrowsmith PS, Module de L’Acadie, and Module Vanier. More information about all Choices at 7 Programs is available on the LDSB Website.<img src="/images/a3abb8d6-ace5-4a67-9235-d78c641f3e0e?fingerprint=ppb20251217014531" alt="Choices at 7 Poster" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

2025-10-21 17:39:20.25 +0000 UTC

Prepare for Winter-Related Bus Delays and Cancellations

During the potential inclement weather months (roughly early November to early April), our transportation partner, Tri-Board Student Transportation Services (Tri-Board), works closely with their school bus companies to determine if it is safe to offer school transportation on inclement weather days. School buses function differently than other vehicles, and sometimes, although it is safe for the average family vehicle to travel, it is not safe for a school bus to be on the road. Due to the geographic size of our district, weather conditions can vary significantly from one region to another. As a result, there are times when transportation cancellations may only apply to specific areas experiencing adverse conditions, while other regions remain unaffected. Having to cancel school transportation is understandably disruptive to families, but Tri-Board always puts the safety of their 30,000-plus bus riders first and foremost in their decision-making.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Tips to help make the winter season and bus cancellation days easier for families to manage:</h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Sign up for Bus Status Alerts through Tri-Board’s Student Portal</h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Families should sign up for bus status alerts by creating an account in <a href="https://triboard.ca/student-portal/" class="editor-link">Tri-Board’s Student Portal</a>. Families can add their student to their account, so they are signed up to receive alerts for their specific bus and zone cancellations.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">When all transportation is cancelled across the district, the notification is sent as a general notice from Tri-Board to everyone with an account. Tri-Board does their best to post this alert by 6:00 a.m.</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Tri-Board will be communicating all bus delays and cancellations. The LDSB will not be communicating this information directly with families. The best way to receive communication regarding bus cancellations or delays is through the <a href="https://triboard.ca/student-portal/" class="editor-link">Student Portal</a>.</li></ul><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Have a backup plan for cancellations</h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Tri-Board understands that cancelling transportation is inconvenient for families.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Tri-Board recommends creating a backup plan for alternative travel or childcare when busing is not available. If a student is taken to school when buses are not running, it is the family’s responsibility to arrange for their travel home at the end of the day.</li></ul><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Timing and duration of cancellations</h3>Tri-Board’s decision-making process occurs every morning and they do not normally decide to cancel transportation the night before. This is because conditions change, and Tri-Board wants to make the best decision closest to the time buses are actually on the road in the morning. To avoid students being taken to school by bus and then stranded without transportation home, Tri-Board cancels the transportation for whole day, even if inclement weather is only expected for part of the day. Sometimes weather is not as predicted and this is understandably very frustrating, but student safety is always the priority for Tri-Board.<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">School attendance</h3>The cancellation of school buses does not mean schools are closed. Should the need to close a school arise, that information will be communicated by the LDSB and the individual schools.All parents/guardians are asked to report their student’s absence regardless of the reason, including during bus cancellations. Often, bused students find alternative ways to school, and we want to make sure we know the whereabouts of every student to ensure their safety and well-being. Knowing who is supposed to be at school will allow school office staff to make certain all students are accounted for. Students are asked to ensure they report to their first period class for attendance.Please use the Inclement weather (all transportation types and walkers) option when reporting absences for your student for any inclement weather days when your student will not be attending school.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Secondary Exam Schedule January 22 to January 28, 2026</h2>If buses are cancelled due to inclement weather at the school, exams scheduled on that day will be rescheduled to the next exam day. Subsequent exams in the exam schedule will also be rescheduled to the next exam day.Schools will communicate with families directly through e-mail if the exam schedule is adjusted due to inclement weather and bus cancellations. Information about rescheduled exams will also be posted on school websites. It will be important for families to watch for communication in the event of inclement weather. Students are expected to be present and available to write exams during the entire exam period, from January 22 to January 28, 2026.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Visit Tri-Board’s website for more information, including:</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://triboard.ca/student-portal/" class="editor-link">Sign up for their student portal</a> to view transportation details for specific students and subscribe to bus status alerts for delays and cancellations</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://triboard.ca/snowdays/" class="editor-link">Prepare for winter-related bus delays and cancellations</a></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://triboard.ca/alerts/weather-zones/" class="editor-link">Familiarize yourself with Tri-Board’s Weather Zone Map</a></li></ul><img src="/images/1ae83177-dcaa-491c-b5d0-4d8f5b8a56f3?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" alt="2025 10 01 Sign up for Tri Board Student Portal" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

2025-10-20 20:37:39.63 +0000 UTC

Wildcat Word - October 20, 2025 - Issue #7

<img src="/images/42c4db6d-eef3-4123-a652-2d2965904743?fingerprint=ppb20251217013634" alt="Dark Brown Elegant Monthly Newsletter Email Header 2 " width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">October’s Rhythm: Learning, Laughing, Leading</h2> As we step into the heart of autumn, the week of October 20th brings a vibrant mix of learning, laughter, and community spirit. From cozy classroom moments to energetic outdoor play, our students continue to shine in every corner of the school. Thank you for being part of this journey—your support helps make each week memorable!As noted below, photo retakes will take place on November 26th. If you would like your student to have their photo retaken, please make sure that they know as only students who need their photo retaken will be called to see the photographer. If you are concerned that your student might not remember, please reach out to their teacher and let them know. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at welba@limestone.on.caWarmly, Ms. Fraser, Mrs. Swan-Pressnell, and Ms. Hart<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">A trip to the apple orchard...</h2><img src="/images/0dacb18f-e0d6-442a-aa88-efa326177969?fingerprint=ppb20251217013116" alt="IMG 3529" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 3fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/f1f29459-b85a-4111-9183-4007abbfe39b?fingerprint=ppb20251217015231" alt="remeber" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Remembrance Day Assembly Presenter(s)</h2>Planning has begun for the Remembrance Day assembly at Welborne. If your student has a family member or other adult who is significant in their lives, that has a connection to the military and would like to participate in our Remembrance Day assembly, please have them contact teacher Mme Erika Vines at vinese@limestone.on.ca. </div></div><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 3fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Wildcats Conquer Fort Henry Hill!</h2>Huge congratulations to the Welborne Wildcats Cross Country Team on their outstanding performance at Fort Henry Hill! With grit, determination, and team spirit leading the way, our runners made us proud—and 19 of them have officially qualified for the District Championships on October 22nd! We’re cheering you on every step of the way. Go Wildcats Go!</div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/2ddbdbac-ff3d-43a3-b2f8-d02172870925?fingerprint=ppb20251217013419" alt="378 Cross Country Ru" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div></div><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 3fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/03c52253-4f71-4fae-9cf0-7fb6d970a849?fingerprint=ppb20251217013025" alt="A cheerful autumn th" width="143" height="214" style="width:143px;height:214px;display:inline-block"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">From Frost to Puddles: Dress for the Day</h2>As the weather continues to shift, our mornings are starting off chilly before warming up later in the day. We kindly remind families to send students with a few extra layers—such as a sweater or light jacket—that can be added or removed as needed. It’s also a great idea to pack an extra pair of socks and a change of clothes, just in case of any unexpected puddle adventures during outdoor play. Staying warm and dry helps everyone enjoy the day to the fullest!</div></div><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 3fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Welborne Food Share Program</h2>We’ve recently seen a noticeable increase in the number of students accessing our Food Share program, with many seeking additional support throughout the day. While we’re grateful to be able to offer this resource, we want to ensure it remains available for those who truly need it. We kindly ask parents and guardians to check in with their student to see if they are relying on the Food Share at school. If your family is in a position to send extra snacks for your student, we would greatly appreciate it—this action helps us preserve this vital program for students facing food insecurity. Thank you for your continued support and care.This initiative is an extension of The Food Sharing Project, which is funded entirely through community fundraising. If you would like to support these efforts and help provide nutritious food to students across all schools in the greater Kingston area, you can contribute by selecting 2025-2026 Food Sharing Project Support from the products listing in your School-Day account.</div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> <img src="/images/bd4436fd-2e17-4463-b564-01ea404d16cf?fingerprint=ppb20251217014739" alt="Food share" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div></div><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 3fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/e7a156c0-e5a0-4007-a74a-be3e7adf3764?fingerprint=ppb20251217015125" alt="Red Retro Illustrative Pizza Logo" width="179" height="179" style="width:179px;height:179px;display:inline-block;float:left"></h2></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Hot Lunch Ordering</h2>We’re excited to share that hot lunch orders are now open through School-Day! Please note that, due to the holiday weekend, this week’s ordering window is shorter than usual. Orders for Edo Japan and Sub Day will close at midnight this Thursday.Hot lunch schedule:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Tuesdays – Sub Day from Tony’s Pizza (order by the Thursday prior)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Wednesdays – Edo Japan (order by the Thursday prior)</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Fridays – Tony’s Pizza or Chicken Fingers & Fries (order by the Sunday prior)</li></ul>Please note: Due to storage constraints, we’re unable to hold meals for students who are absent, unless they are returning later the same day.</div></div><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/b991d1ad-b91c-47f1-9ec3-d321e65e3eba?fingerprint=ppb20251217014726" alt="download" width="140" height="140" style="width:140px;height:140px;display:inline-block;float:right">Staying Connected with Our School Community </h2>We’re always happy to hear from families! If you call and we’re unable to answer, please leave a short voicemail. There are times during the day when staff are away from the office or actively supporting students, and your message ensures we can follow up as soon as we’re available.For any changes to your child’s dismissal plans, we kindly ask that you contact the school before 3:00 PM. These updates are best shared by phone or voicemail so we can receive them in time and direct them appropriately.To help maintain a focused and supportive learning environment, we ask that families schedule meetings in advance if they’d like to connect with their child’s classroom educator or a member of the Administration team. You can arrange a meeting by calling 613-389-0188 (please leave a message if Ms. Hart is unavailable) or by emailing us at Welba@limestone.on.ca.Thank you for helping us keep communication smooth and students safe—we truly value your ongoing support and partnership!<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/4f7025ee-2539-49d6-9702-d23022ab1dad?fingerprint=ppb20251217013738" alt="2025 10 06 Help Shape Our Accessibility Plan" width="153" height="153" style="width:153px;height:153px;display:inline-block;float:left">Help Shape Our Accessibility Plan</h2>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 <a href="https://bit.ly/LDSB2025-2029AccessibilityPlan" class="editor-link">bit.ly/LDSB2025-2029AccessibilityPlan</a> to provide input. The survey is open until November 10, 2025<hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 3fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/2c62a303-f5ba-435b-b7f9-96cc21965873?fingerprint=ppb20251217013419" alt="School safety" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Supporting Student Safety Through Practice and Care</h2>Safety is a shared priority in our school community, and we want families to know that we continue to practice emergency procedures with care and intention. Each fall and spring, we complete three fire drills and one lockdown drill. We’ve already completed two fire drills this fall, and our students have shown excellent focus and teamwork. Teachers guide students through these routines thoughtfully, ensuring expectations are clear and questions are addressed in a supportive, age-appropriate way.</div></div><hr><img src="/images/87284329-f725-4305-90ca-c01932a844da?fingerprint=ppb20251217014234" alt="Math Fluency" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/c67af219-6633-4929-9da9-cb0bb748e01d?fingerprint=ppb20251217014828" alt="calendar2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Every Wednesday</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Welborne Wednesday - Wear your Welborne Spirit Wear or Colours</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">October 22nd</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Cross Country District Championship</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">October 31st</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Black and Orange Day</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">November 11th</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Remembrance Day</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">November 13th</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Progress Reports distributed</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">November 14th</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">PA Day</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">November 17th - 21st</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Scholastic Book Fair - more info coming</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">November 26th</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Photo Re-takes beginning at 9am</td></tr></tbody></table></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/683b84ac-492e-4a13-ae3d-dc8966586897?fingerprint=ppb20251217013949" alt="Copy of Kim Hart U12 Convenr" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Lego Robotics Club</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">See Mr. Large</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Rocket League - Grades 5-8</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">See Mr. McDonough</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Musical Theatre - Grades 2 to 6</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">See Mr. Large</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Senior Girls Volleyball</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">See Mrs. Frenette</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Senior Boys Volleyball</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 700px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">See Mr. McDonough</td></tr></tbody></table> </div></div><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/531c1870-d1bf-42a7-b3b3-33a3382bed22?fingerprint=ppb20251217013751" alt="SAC" width="205" height="188" style="width:205px;height:188px;display:inline-block;float:left">SAC Snapshot</h2> Our meetings are held virtually, typically on the last Monday of each month from 6:15–7:00 PM. The next meeting will take place on Monday, October 27th. The meeting link will be shared in The Welborne Word ahead of each session and remains the same throughout the year.We encourage all families to join us—your voice matters, and your involvement helps strengthen our school community. <hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/8cdf1514-dd65-4230-b638-d3b6be95954a?fingerprint=ppb20251217014314" alt="Caution" width="243" height="243" style="width:243px;height:243px;display:inline-block"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/e944ff94-93d3-47a4-b898-5d25105dd25b?fingerprint=ppb20251217015139" alt="IMG 4084" width="267" height="293" style="width:267px;height:293px;display:inline-block"></div></div><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Supporting Smooth Morning Transitions<img src="/images/990c6f89-d493-4007-898a-39cd06826402?fingerprint=ppb20251217014424" alt="schedule" width="408" height="417" style="width:408px;height:417px;display:inline-block;float:right"></h2>Timely arrival plays a key role in helping students begin their day with confidence and ease. We ask that all children arrive on time and join their class cohort in their designated zone. Late arrivals can disrupt classroom routines—especially as students are still learning the flow of morning entry and settling in.If your child does arrive late, please ensure they sign in at the office and proceed promptly to class. To support a calm and focused transition, we kindly encourage parents and guardians to keep drop-offs brief. A quick goodbye helps us guide students directly to their classrooms and maintain a consistent start to the day.If you remain in the front lobby with your child, we assume you are actively engaged with them. In these moments, staff may step away to assist other students who are already in the process of transitioning to class. This helps us ensure that all children receive timely support and direction.For our Kindergarten families, please make sure a staff member is present with your child before leaving the building.Thank you for your cooperation and continued support in helping all students start their day successfully!<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Report An Absence</h2><img src="/images/ef2f4a87-c480-46ee-b462-8771e180e2cc?fingerprint=ppb20251217015218" alt="school messenger" width="166" height="127" style="width:166px;height:127px;display:inline-block;float:left">Reporting your child’s absence through School Messenger is an essential part of our daily attendance process and helps us ensure the safety and well-being of all 370 students. Whether your child is away due to illness, a family commitment, or participating in a school activity such as a sports tournament, it’s important that their absence is recorded. For students attending school-sponsored events, coaches or supervising teachers will update attendance records so these absences do not count against them. However, we still ask families to report these absences through School Messenger to help us maintain accurate records and confirm each student’s whereabouts. Your cooperation supports a safe and organized school environment.To report an absence, use one the following methods:<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">School Messenger application</h3><ol class="editor-list-ol"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Use the email address you provided to the school.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Use your mobile device to download and install the free SchoolMessenger blue app from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store, the <a href="https://go.schoolmessenger.com/#/home" target="_blank" title="SchoolMessenger website" class="editor-link">SchoolMessenger website portal</a>, or from within the LDSB mobile app.</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Tap Sign Up to create your account. Please ensure you use the same email address your student’s school has on file. If you do not use that same email address, you will not be able to create an account, or may not be able to see the "Attendance" option. You may have already created an account when we introduced the Communicate broadcast system.</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Select Attendance from the menu, then select Report an Absence and follow the prompts.</li></ol><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Interactive toll-free telephone</h3><ol class="editor-list-ol"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Call 1-855-257-9349 toll-free to report an absence using the automated phone system.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Follow the instructions to report an absence.</li></ol>These options are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For any school day in the school term up to the cut-off time on the day of the absence. Future absences can be reported at any time using any one of these methods. Please do not call the school directly to report your student's absence.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Reporting late arrivals</h2>Parents/caregivers are instructed to report late arrivals using the new Late Arrival option, including the expected arrival time to school. When a student arrives, they are expected to sign in at office and staff make the amendment in our student information system. When a student leaves early, again they are expected to sign out (with parental permission) and again the amendment is made in our system. This method allows us to best track student attendance to ensure safety. The SafeArrival system makes it easier for you to report your student’s absence, reduces the time it takes for our school staff to verify student attendance, and responds to unexpected or unplanned student absences. This time savings makes it faster and more efficient to account for all students and their safety.<hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 3fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Visitors to Welborne Avenue Public School</h2>We welcome visitors to our school. We do ask that all visitors, parents/guardians included, sign in with the main office and remain in the front lobby until directed/escorted by a staff member. All LDSB elementary schools are equipped with a Safe Welcome system which requires all external doors be locked during the school day. All visitors are required to report to the school’s main entrance and request access using an intercom and buzzer system. When it is necessary for a student to leave school during the day, a note is required from a parent or guardian. The note must be given to the homeroom teacher or the office. If parents/guardians of students are coming to pick up/drop off your child, you are asked to wait at the main office. If necessary, office staff will alert your child’s classroom. These measures are in place to help keep all students safe and minimize disruptions to learning.</div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> <img src="/images/c362a85d-ef40-44eb-822c-7172aacc15a8?fingerprint=ppb20251217014816" alt="Screenshot 2025 09 06 152716" width="191" height="208" style="width:191px;height:208px;display:inline-block"> </div></div><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Grade 7 and Grade 8 Lunch Privileges</h2>Historically, the students in grades 7 and 8 have the opportunity to get parent permission to leave the school property during recess/eating break on designated days. Additional information and a permission form has been sent home to families of students in grade 7 and 8. Students must return these forms to their homeroom teacher.<hr><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/77143b36-64d5-4f80-a9f2-cf2bf339fb88?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="241" height="344" style="width:241px;height:344px;display:inline-block;float:left"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Allergen Awareness - Nut-Free & Scent Free School</h2></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/82676d7c-9f03-44b6-b1be-d6d69bae3625?fingerprint=ppb20251217014220" alt="20f12d85 2a46 4137 bd1e ab4d5273e2c1" width="272" height="338" style="width:272px;height:338px;display:inline-block"></div></div><hr>

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Wildcat Word - October 17, 2025 - Issue #6

<img src="/images/42c4db6d-eef3-4123-a652-2d2965904743?fingerprint=ppb20251217013634" alt="Dark Brown Elegant Monthly Newsletter Email Header 2 " width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Welcome Back!</h2> We hope everyone enjoyed a restful long weekend and had a chance to soak in the beauty of the season—crisp mornings, changing leaves, and maybe even a few cozy moments indoors. As we return to school, there's a fresh energy in the air and plenty to look forward to. Fall is a season of growth, reflection, and togetherness, and we're excited to continue building meaningful connections and celebrating learning with our students and families.If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at welba@limestone.on.caWarmly, Ms. Fraser, Mrs. Swan-Pressnell, and Ms. Hart<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/b991d1ad-b91c-47f1-9ec3-d321e65e3eba?fingerprint=ppb20251217014726" alt="download" width="140" height="140" style="width:140px;height:140px;display:inline-block;float:left">Reminder: Staying Connected with the School </h2>If you're trying to reach us by phone and we’re unable to answer, please leave a brief voice message. There are times during the day when staff are away from the desk or busy supporting students, and your message helps us respond promptly once available.For any changes to your child’s dismissal plans, we kindly ask that you contact the school before 3:00 PM. These updates are best communicated by phone or voicemail to ensure they’re received in time and directed appropriately.Thank you for helping us keep communication smooth and students safe!<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/4f7025ee-2539-49d6-9702-d23022ab1dad?fingerprint=ppb20251217013738" alt="2025 10 06 Help Shape Our Accessibility Plan" width="185" height="185" style="width:185px;height:185px;display:inline-block;float:right">Help Shape Our Accessibility Plan</h2>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 <hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 3fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/03c52253-4f71-4fae-9cf0-7fb6d970a849?fingerprint=ppb20251217013025" alt="A cheerful autumn th" width="143" height="214" style="width:143px;height:214px;display:inline-block"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">From Frost to Puddles: Dress for the Day</h2>As the weather continues to shift, our mornings are starting off chilly before warming up later in the day. We kindly remind families to send students with a few extra layers—such as a sweater or light jacket—that can be added or removed as needed. It’s also a great idea to pack an extra pair of socks and a change of clothes, just in case of any unexpected puddle adventures during outdoor play. Staying warm and dry helps everyone enjoy the day to the fullest!</div></div><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 3fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Welborne Food Share Program</h2>We’ve recently seen a noticeable increase in the number of students accessing our Food Share program, with many seeking additional support throughout the day. While we’re grateful to be able to offer this resource, we want to ensure it remains available for those who truly need it. We kindly ask parents and guardians to check in with their student to see if they are relying on the Food Share at school. If your family is in a position to send extra snacks for your student, we would greatly appreciate it—this action helps us preserve this vital program for students facing food insecurity. Thank you for your continued support and care.This initiative is an extension of The Food Sharing Project, which is funded entirely through community fundraising. If you would like to support these efforts and help provide nutritious food to students across all schools in the greater Kingston area, you can contribute by selecting 2025-2026 Food Sharing Project Support from the products listing in your School-Day account.</div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> <img src="/images/bd4436fd-2e17-4463-b564-01ea404d16cf?fingerprint=ppb20251217014739" alt="Food share" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div></div><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 3fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/2c62a303-f5ba-435b-b7f9-96cc21965873?fingerprint=ppb20251217013419" alt="School safety" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Supporting Student Safety Through Practice and Care</h2>Safety is a shared priority in our school community, and we want families to know that we continue to practice emergency procedures with care and intention. Tomorrow, we’ll be holding a lockdown drill as part of our seasonal safety requirements. Each fall and spring, we complete three fire drills and one lockdown drill. We’ve already completed two fire drills this fall, and our students have shown excellent focus and teamwork. Teachers guide students through these routines thoughtfully, ensuring expectations are clear and questions are addressed in a supportive, age-appropriate way.</div></div><hr><img src="/images/87284329-f725-4305-90ca-c01932a844da?fingerprint=ppb20251217014234" alt="Math Fluency" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 2fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Upcoming Events</h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Every Wednesday!</h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Welborne Wednesday - Wear your spirit wear or colours</li></ul><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Wednesday, October 15</h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Cross Country Meeting</li></ul></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/683b84ac-492e-4a13-ae3d-dc8966586897?fingerprint=ppb20251217013949" alt="Copy of Kim Hart U12 Convenr" width="458" height="302" style="width:458px;height:302px;display:inline-block;float:left"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem">Lego Robotics Club - See Mr. LargeRocket League - Grades 5-8 - See Mr. McDonoughMusical Theatre - Grades 2 to 6 - See Mr. LargeSenior Girls Volleyball - See Mrs. Frenette</div></div><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/531c1870-d1bf-42a7-b3b3-33a3382bed22?fingerprint=ppb20251217013751" alt="SAC" width="205" height="188" style="width:205px;height:188px;display:inline-block;float:left">SAC Snapshot</h2> Our meetings are held virtually, typically on the last Monday of each month from 6:15–7:00 PM. The next meeting will take place on Monday, October 27th. The meeting link will be shared in The Welborne Word ahead of each session and remains the same throughout the year.We encourage all families to join us—your voice matters, and your involvement helps strengthen our school community. <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/e7a156c0-e5a0-4007-a74a-be3e7adf3764?fingerprint=ppb20251217015125" alt="Red Retro Illustrative Pizza Logo" width="135" height="135" style="width:135px;height:135px;display:inline-block;float:left">Hot Lunch Ordering</h2>We’re excited to share that hot lunch orders are now open through School-Day! Please note that, due to the holiday weekend, this week’s ordering window is shorter than usual. Orders for Edo Japan and Sub Day will close at midnight this Thursday.Hot lunch schedule:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Tuesdays – Sub Day from Tony’s Pizza (order by the Thursday prior)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Wednesdays – Edo Japan (order by the Thursday prior)</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Fridays – Tony’s Pizza or Chicken Fingers & Fries (order by the Sunday prior)</li></ul>Please note: Due to storage constraints, we’re unable to hold meals for students who are absent, unless they are returning later the same day.<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Reminder: Scheduling Meetings with Staff</h2>We kindly ask families to schedule meetings in advance if they wish to connect with their child’s classroom educator or a member of the Administration team. This helps our staff stay focused on supporting students and maintaining a positive learning environment throughout the day.To arrange a meeting, please call 613-389-0188 and leave a message if Ms. Hart is unavailable, or email us at Welba@limestone.on.ca.Thank you for your continued support and partnership—we truly appreciate it!<hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/8cdf1514-dd65-4230-b638-d3b6be95954a?fingerprint=ppb20251217014314" alt="Caution" width="243" height="243" style="width:243px;height:243px;display:inline-block"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/e944ff94-93d3-47a4-b898-5d25105dd25b?fingerprint=ppb20251217015139" alt="IMG 4084" width="267" height="293" style="width:267px;height:293px;display:inline-block"></div></div><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Supporting Smooth Morning Transitions<img src="/images/990c6f89-d493-4007-898a-39cd06826402?fingerprint=ppb20251217014424" alt="schedule" width="408" height="417" style="width:408px;height:417px;display:inline-block;float:right"></h2>Timely arrival plays a key role in helping students begin their day with confidence and ease. We ask that all children arrive on time and join their class cohort in their designated zone. Late arrivals can disrupt classroom routines—especially as students are still learning the flow of morning entry and settling in.If your child does arrive late, please ensure they sign in at the office and proceed promptly to class. To support a calm and focused transition, we kindly encourage parents and guardians to keep drop-offs brief. A quick goodbye helps us guide students directly to their classrooms and maintain a consistent start to the day.If you remain in the front lobby with your child, we assume you are actively engaged with them. In these moments, staff may step away to assist other students who are already in the process of transitioning to class. This helps us ensure that all children receive timely support and direction.For our Kindergarten families, please make sure a staff member is present with your child before leaving the building.Thank you for your cooperation and continued support in helping all students start their day successfully!<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Report An Absence</h2><img src="/images/ef2f4a87-c480-46ee-b462-8771e180e2cc?fingerprint=ppb20251217015218" alt="school messenger" width="166" height="127" style="width:166px;height:127px;display:inline-block;float:left">Reporting your child’s absence through School Messenger is an essential part of our daily attendance process and helps us ensure the safety and well-being of all 370 students. Whether your child is away due to illness, a family commitment, or participating in a school activity such as a sports tournament, it’s important that their absence is recorded. For students attending school-sponsored events, coaches or supervising teachers will update attendance records so these absences do not count against them. However, we still ask families to report these absences through School Messenger to help us maintain accurate records and confirm each student’s whereabouts. Your cooperation supports a safe and organized school environment.To report an absence, use one the following methods:<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">School Messenger application</h3><ol class="editor-list-ol"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Use the email address you provided to the school.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Use your mobile device to download and install the free SchoolMessenger blue app from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store, the <a href="https://go.schoolmessenger.com/#/home" target="_blank" title="SchoolMessenger website" class="editor-link">SchoolMessenger website portal</a>, or from within the LDSB mobile app.</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Tap Sign Up to create your account. Please ensure you use the same email address your student’s school has on file. If you do not use that same email address, you will not be able to create an account, or may not be able to see the "Attendance" option. You may have already created an account when we introduced the Communicate broadcast system.</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Select Attendance from the menu, then select Report an Absence and follow the prompts.</li></ol><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Interactive toll-free telephone</h3><ol class="editor-list-ol"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Call 1-855-257-9349 toll-free to report an absence using the automated phone system.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Follow the instructions to report an absence.</li></ol>These options are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For any school day in the school term up to the cut-off time on the day of the absence. Future absences can be reported at any time using any one of these methods. Please do not call the school directly to report your student's absence.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Reporting late arrivals</h2>Parents/caregivers are instructed to report late arrivals using the new Late Arrival option, including the expected arrival time to school. When a student arrives, they are expected to sign in at office and staff make the amendment in our student information system. When a student leaves early, again they are expected to sign out (with parental permission) and again the amendment is made in our system. This method allows us to best track student attendance to ensure safety. The SafeArrival system makes it easier for you to report your student’s absence, reduces the time it takes for our school staff to verify student attendance, and responds to unexpected or unplanned student absences. This time savings makes it faster and more efficient to account for all students and their safety.<hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 3fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Visitors to Welborne Avenue Public School</h2>We welcome visitors to our school. We do ask that all visitors, parents/guardians included, sign in with the main office and remain in the front lobby until directed/escorted by a staff member. All LDSB elementary schools are equipped with a Safe Welcome system which requires all external doors be locked during the school day. All visitors are required to report to the school’s main entrance and request access using an intercom and buzzer system. When it is necessary for a student to leave school during the day, a note is required from a parent or guardian. The note must be given to the homeroom teacher or the office. If parents/guardians of students are coming to pick up/drop off your child, you are asked to wait at the main office. If necessary, office staff will alert your child’s classroom. These measures are in place to help keep all students safe and minimize disruptions to learning.</div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> <img src="/images/c362a85d-ef40-44eb-822c-7172aacc15a8?fingerprint=ppb20251217014816" alt="Screenshot 2025 09 06 152716" width="191" height="208" style="width:191px;height:208px;display:inline-block"> </div></div><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Grade 7 and Grade 8 Lunch Privileges</h2>Historically, the students in grades 7 and 8 have the opportunity to get parent permission to leave the school property during recess/eating break on designated days. Additional information and a permission form has been sent home to families of students in grade 7 and 8. Students must return these forms to their homeroom teacher.<hr><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/77143b36-64d5-4f80-a9f2-cf2bf339fb88?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="241" height="344" style="width:241px;height:344px;display:inline-block;float:left"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Allergen Awareness - Nut-Free & Scent Free School</h2></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/82676d7c-9f03-44b6-b1be-d6d69bae3625?fingerprint=ppb20251217014220" alt="20f12d85 2a46 4137 bd1e ab4d5273e2c1" width="272" height="338" style="width:272px;height:338px;display:inline-block"></div></div><hr>

2025-10-14 19:10:49.556 +0000 UTC

LDSB Entrepreneur Information Night Oct. 15

Dear Grades 7-12 Families,  You are invited to attend the Limestone District School Board’s (LDSB) Pathways to Possibility: LDSB Entrepreneur Information Night on October 15, 2025, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Fractal Workspace (632 Fortune Crescent) in-person or online! Join us to learn more about this year’s LDSB Young Entrepreneurs in Action Program, connect with entrepreneurial program alumni, and discover how students can bring their business and social enterprise ideas to life this year. Whether you are simply curious or ready to dive in, this event is the perfect place to start!   Please register at the following link: <a href="https://bit.ly/LDSBEntrepreneurInfoNight" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">https://bit.ly/LDSBEntrepreneurInfoNight</a>  To learn more about past student successes, please visit: <a href="https://www.kingstonist.com/news/local-young-entrepreneurs-finding-pathways-to-success/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Kingstonist: Local young entrepreneurs finding pathways to success</a> <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/news/ldsb-entrepreneurship-showcase-april-16-2025-20250415171225" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">LDSB Entrepreneurship Showcase – April 16, 2025</a> <iframe data-lexical-video-id="j5SCxJmW9xk" width="640" height="480" src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/j5SCxJmW9xk" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="true" title="Youtube video"></iframe> We look forward to seeing you there!

2025-10-10 18:08:07.272 +0000 UTC

Wildcat Word - October 6, 2025 - Issue #5

<img src="/images/42c4db6d-eef3-4123-a652-2d2965904743?fingerprint=ppb20251217013634" alt="Dark Brown Elegant Monthly Newsletter Email Header 2 " width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Welcoming October: A Season of Learning and Change</h2>October has arrived, bringing with it the crisp air of fall and a fresh burst of energy to our school community! Students are settling into routines, and classrooms are buzzing with learning and creativity. With the changing leaves and cooler temperatures, it’s a great time to remind children to dress in layers and bring a cozy sweater to school. As we move through the month, we’re looking forward to seasonal activities, classroom celebrations, and plenty of opportunities to explore autumn themes in our lessons. Let’s make it a joyful and productive October together!If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at welba@limestone.on.caWarmly, Ms. Fraser, Mrs. Swan-Pressnell, and Ms. Hart<hr><img src="/images/b9ddf58c-245d-41a2-b501-3159e46cfd84?fingerprint=ppb20251217014726" alt="Web Banner Horizontal 2025 10 08" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 3fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Welborne Food Share Program</h2>We’ve recently seen a noticeable increase in the number of students accessing our Food Share program, with many seeking additional support throughout the day. While we’re grateful to be able to offer this resource, we want to ensure it remains available for those who truly need it. We kindly ask parents and guardians to check in with their student to see if they are relying on the Food Share at school. If your family is in a position to send extra snacks for your student, we would greatly appreciate it—this action helps us preserve this vital program for students facing food insecurity. Thank you for your continued support and care.This initiative is an extension of The Food Sharing Project, which is funded entirely through community fundraising. If you would like to support these efforts and help provide nutritious food to students across all schools in the greater Kingston area, you can contribute by selecting 2025-2026 Food Sharing Project Support from the products listing in your School-Day account.</div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/bd4436fd-2e17-4463-b564-01ea404d16cf?fingerprint=ppb20251217014739" alt="Food share" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></div></div><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Report An Absence</h2><img src="/images/ef2f4a87-c480-46ee-b462-8771e180e2cc?fingerprint=ppb20251217015218" alt="school messenger" width="166" height="127" style="width:166px;height:127px;display:inline-block;float:left">Reporting your child’s absence through School Messenger is an essential part of our daily attendance process and helps us ensure the safety and well-being of all 370 students. Whether your child is away due to illness, a family commitment, or participating in a school activity such as a sports tournament, it’s important that their absence is recorded. For students attending school-sponsored events, coaches or supervising teachers will update attendance records so these absences do not count against them. However, we still ask families to report these absences through School Messenger to help us maintain accurate records and confirm each student’s whereabouts. Your cooperation supports a safe and organized school environment.To report an absence, use one the following methods:<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">School Messenger application</h3><ol class="editor-list-ol"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Use the email address you provided to the school.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Use your mobile device to download and install the free SchoolMessenger blue app from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store, the <a href="https://go.schoolmessenger.com/#/home" target="_blank" title="SchoolMessenger website" class="editor-link">SchoolMessenger website portal</a>, or from within the LDSB mobile app.</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Tap Sign Up to create your account. Please ensure you use the same email address your student’s school has on file. If you do not use that same email address, you will not be able to create an account, or may not be able to see the "Attendance" option. You may have already created an account when we introduced the Communicate broadcast system.</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Select Attendance from the menu, then select Report an Absence and follow the prompts.</li></ol><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Interactive toll-free telephone</h3><ol class="editor-list-ol"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Call 1-855-257-9349 toll-free to report an absence using the automated phone system.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Follow the instructions to report an absence.</li></ol>These options are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For any school day in the school term up to the cut-off time on the day of the absence. Future absences can be reported at any time using any one of these methods. Please do not call the school directly to report your student's absence.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Reporting late arrivals</h2>Parents/caregivers are instructed to report late arrivals using the new Late Arrival option, including the expected arrival time to school. When a student arrives, they are expected to sign in at office and staff make the amendment in our student information system. When a student leaves early, again they are expected to sign out (with parental permission) and again the amendment is made in our system. This method allows us to best track student attendance to ensure safety. The SafeArrival system makes it easier for you to report your student’s absence, reduces the time it takes for our school staff to verify student attendance, and responds to unexpected or unplanned student absences. This time savings makes it faster and more efficient to account for all students and their safety.<hr><img src="/images/ea8eb62c-2fef-43dc-a445-d69e4930b9f0?fingerprint=ppb20251217015153" alt="schoolday" width="239" height="40" style="width:239px;height:40px;display:inline-block">Great News! School-Day is up and running again. Please be sure to log into your account to ensure you are connected to your student. If you are not connected and require the Secure-Match Key to connect to your student, you can request it here: <a href="https://forms.office.com/r/Uebip3PF2s" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Secure-Match Key Request</a>Please note that the key will only be provided to parents/guardians of the student.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/e7a156c0-e5a0-4007-a74a-be3e7adf3764?fingerprint=ppb20251217015125" alt="Red Retro Illustrative Pizza Logo" width="168" height="168" style="width:168px;height:168px;display:inline-block;float:right">Hot Lunch Ordering</h2>We’re excited to share that hot lunch orders are now open through School-Day! Please note that, due to the holiday weekend, this week’s ordering window is shorter than usual. Orders for Edo Japan and Sub Day will close at midnight this Thursday.Hot lunch schedule:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Tuesdays – Sub Day from Tony’s Pizza (order by the Thursday prior)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Wednesdays – Edo Japan (order by the Thursday prior)</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Fridays – Tony’s Pizza or Chicken Fingers & Fries (order by the Sunday prior)</li></ul>Please note: Due to storage constraints, we’re unable to hold meals for students who are absent, unless they are returning later the same day.<hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 3fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Upcoming Events</h2> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Every Wednesday!</h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Welborne Wednesday - Wear your spirit wear or colours</li></ul><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Wednesday, October 8</h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Picture Day</li></ul><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Thursday, October 9 </h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">School-Wide Soccer Fun Day</li></ul><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Wednesday, October 15</h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Cross Country Meet</li></ul></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/607d6e3e-b15b-4adf-aa11-f617098ad9f8?fingerprint=ppb20251217013856" alt="colour" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">Upcoming School-Wide Soccer Fun Day </h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Thursday, October 9 </h3>Our Student Council—known as the Council of the Houses—held their first meeting of the year and are excited to announce a school-wide “Fun Day” soccer event planned for Thursday, October 9. This initiative is designed to build school spirit, foster teamwork, and celebrate our vibrant house system. In preparation, every student will be assigned to one of our seven Colour Houses (ROYGBIV) before the event. The day will feature friendly soccer tournaments organized by grade divisions, with students playing alongside their housemates.<h5 class="editor-heading-h5" dir="ltr">Tentative Schedule:</h5><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">9:05–10:45 AM – Primary Division (Grades 1–3): Mini-field soccer games on the main field.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">11:30 AM–1:10 PM – Junior Division (Grades 4–6): House-based soccer tournament.</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">1:55–3:35 PM – Intermediate Division (Grades 7–8): House tournament on the soccer field.</li></ul>Thank you for your continued support—we’re looking forward to a fun and active day of school spirit!<img src="/images/e2cd0356-2d2e-4fb8-ad82-db609f0c2e9b?fingerprint=ppb20251217015101" alt="soccer" width="100" height="79" style="width:100px;height:79px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/e2cd0356-2d2e-4fb8-ad82-db609f0c2e9b?fingerprint=ppb20251217015101" alt="soccer" width="100" height="79" style="width:100px;height:79px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/e2cd0356-2d2e-4fb8-ad82-db609f0c2e9b?fingerprint=ppb20251217015101" alt="soccer" width="100" height="79" style="width:100px;height:79px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/e2cd0356-2d2e-4fb8-ad82-db609f0c2e9b?fingerprint=ppb20251217015101" alt="soccer" width="100" height="79" style="width:100px;height:79px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/e2cd0356-2d2e-4fb8-ad82-db609f0c2e9b?fingerprint=ppb20251217015101" alt="soccer" width="100" height="79" style="width:100px;height:79px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/e2cd0356-2d2e-4fb8-ad82-db609f0c2e9b?fingerprint=ppb20251217015101" alt="soccer" width="100" height="79" style="width:100px;height:79px;display:inline-block"></div></div><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 3fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/683b84ac-492e-4a13-ae3d-dc8966586897?fingerprint=ppb20251217013949" alt="Copy of Kim Hart U12 Convenr" width="600" height="357" style="width:600px;height:357px;display:inline-block"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Cross Country - Grades 3 to 8 - See Ms. Pharoah</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Lego Robotics Club - See Mr. Large</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Rocket League - Grades 5-8 - See Mr. McDonough</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Musical Theatre - Grades 2 to 6 - See Mr. Large</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">Senior Girls Volleyball - See Mrs. Frenette</li></ul></div></div><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 3fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Cross Country</h2>Cross country tryouts for students in Grades 3–8 have begun. Runners should meet Ms. Pharoah and Mme. Fox on the track, ready to run, at first recess on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Please ensure your child comes prepared with running shoes and weather-appropriate clothing.To qualify for the race at Fort Henry, students must be able to run the following distances without walking:Grades 3–4: 2 km Grades 5–8: 2.5 kmA notice will be sent home during the first week of October with the names of students who make the team. The race will take place at Fort Henry on Wednesday, October 15.We are excited for a fantastic season ahead and look forward to seeing our runners give their best!</div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> <img src="/images/2ddbdbac-ff3d-43a3-b2f8-d02172870925?fingerprint=ppb20251217013419" alt="378 Cross Country Ru" width="309" height="160" style="width:309px;height:160px;display:inline-block"> </div></div><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Celebrating a Season of Strength and Sportsmanship</h2>Congratulations to our Senior Girls and Boys Soccer Teams on a fantastic season and a strong showing in tournament play! Your dedication, teamwork, and sportsmanship were evident in every match, and we’re proud of the way you represented our school. Thank you for the energy, effort, and heart you brought to the field—what a season to celebrate!<hr><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/531c1870-d1bf-42a7-b3b3-33a3382bed22?fingerprint=ppb20251217013751" alt="SAC" width="205" height="188" style="width:205px;height:188px;display:inline-block;float:left">SAC Snapshot</h2>Thank you to all the parents, guardians, and caregivers who joined us for our School Advisory Council elections and first meeting last Monday. We’re grateful for your engagement and support in shaping our school community.We’re pleased to share the elected positions for this year:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Co-Chairs: Sherry McCauley & Maggie Hunter</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Treasurer: Naomi Marrast</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Indigenous Representative: To be filled</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Secretary: Megan Howes</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">Fundraising Coordinator (including BINGO): Chelsea Pilgrim</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem">Parent Involvement Committee Representative: Kristen Minnie</li></ul>All other attendees have kindly agreed to serve as Members at Large. Please note that anyone who attends a meeting is welcome to contribute to discussions and vote on motions.Our meetings are held virtually, typically on the last Monday of each month from 6:15–7:00 PM. The next meeting will take place on Monday, October 27th. The meeting link will be shared in The Welborne Word ahead of each session and remains the same throughout the year.We encourage all families to join us—your voice matters, and your involvement helps strengthen our school community. <hr><img src="/images/0fefae8b-07ae-4908-a057-3e1d719df7d6?fingerprint=ppb20251217013130" alt="Additional" width="324" height="195" style="width:324px;height:195px;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Meeting Requests with Educators or Administration</h2>As we ease back into our school routines, we kindly ask families who wish to connect with their child’s classroom educator or a member of the Administration team to arrange a meeting in advance. To do so, please call and leave a message, if you cannot reach Ms. Hart, at 613-389-0188 or email us at Welba@limestone.on.ca. Scheduling meetings ahead of time helps ensure that staff can remain focused on supporting students throughout the day and creating a positive, productive learning environment.Thank you for your understanding and continued partnership!<hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/8cdf1514-dd65-4230-b638-d3b6be95954a?fingerprint=ppb20251217014314" alt="Caution" width="243" height="243" style="width:243px;height:243px;display:inline-block"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/e944ff94-93d3-47a4-b898-5d25105dd25b?fingerprint=ppb20251217015139" alt="IMG 4084" width="267" height="293" style="width:267px;height:293px;display:inline-block"></div></div><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Supporting Smooth Morning Transitions<img src="/images/990c6f89-d493-4007-898a-39cd06826402?fingerprint=ppb20251217014424" alt="schedule" width="408" height="417" style="width:408px;height:417px;display:inline-block;float:right"></h2>Timely arrival plays a key role in helping students begin their day with confidence and ease. We ask that all children arrive on time and join their class cohort in their designated zone. Late arrivals can disrupt classroom routines—especially as students are still learning the flow of morning entry and settling in.If your child does arrive late, please ensure they sign in at the office and proceed promptly to class. To support a calm and focused transition, we kindly encourage parents and guardians to keep drop-offs brief. A quick goodbye helps us guide students directly to their classrooms and maintain a consistent start to the day.If you remain in the front lobby with your child, we assume you are actively engaged with them. In these moments, staff may step away to assist other students who are already in the process of transitioning to class. This helps us ensure that all children receive timely support and direction.For our Kindergarten families, please make sure a staff member is present with your child before leaving the building.Thank you for your cooperation and continued support in helping all students start their day successfully!<hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 3fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Visitors to Welborne Avenue Public School</h2>We welcome visitors to our school. We do ask that all visitors, parents/guardians included, sign in with the main office and remain in the front lobby until directed/escorted by a staff member. All LDSB elementary schools are equipped with a Safe Welcome system which requires all external doors be locked during the school day. All visitors are required to report to the school’s main entrance and request access using an intercom and buzzer system. When it is necessary for a student to leave school during the day, a note is required from a parent or guardian. The note must be given to the homeroom teacher or the office. If parents/guardians of students are coming to pick up/drop off your child, you are asked to wait at the main office. If necessary, office staff will alert your child’s classroom. These measures are in place to help keep all students safe and minimize disruptions to learning.</div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> <img src="/images/c362a85d-ef40-44eb-822c-7172aacc15a8?fingerprint=ppb20251217014816" alt="Screenshot 2025 09 06 152716" width="191" height="208" style="width:191px;height:208px;display:inline-block"> </div></div><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Grade 7 and Grade 8 Lunch Privileges</h2>Historically, the students in grades 7 and 8 have the opportunity to get parent permission to leave the school property during recess/eating break on designated days. Additional information and a permission form has been sent home to families of students in grade 7 and 8. Students must return these forms to their homeroom teacher.<hr><hr><div data-lexical-layout-container="true" style="grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr 1fr; display: grid;"><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/77143b36-64d5-4f80-a9f2-cf2bf339fb88?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="241" height="344" style="width:241px;height:344px;display:inline-block;float:left"></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Allergen Awareness - Nut-Free & Scent Free School</h2></div><div class="editor-layoutItem"><img src="/images/82676d7c-9f03-44b6-b1be-d6d69bae3625?fingerprint=ppb20251217014220" alt="20f12d85 2a46 4137 bd1e ab4d5273e2c1" width="272" height="338" style="width:272px;height:338px;display:inline-block"></div></div><hr>

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Wildcat Word - November 3, 2025 - Issue #9

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Wildcat Word - October 20, 2025 - Issue #7

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Wildcat Word - October 6, 2025 - Issue #5