Welcome to This Month’s School Scoop!
The hallways are humming, the classrooms are buzzing, and our community spirit is shining brighter than ever. Whether it’s the thrill of upcoming events, the pride in student achievements, or the joy of everyday moments, there’s so much to celebrate — and we’re thrilled to share it all with you!
From sports highlights to fundraising fun, creative classroom projects to cozy seasonal reminders, this edition is packed with updates to keep you in the loop and smiling. So grab a warm drink, find a comfy spot, and dive into the latest happenings across our amazing school community!
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at welba@limestone.on.ca
Warmly,
Ms. Fraser, Mrs. Swan-Pressnell, and Ms. Hart
Writing, Reading, Wondering — Our Literacy Journey Begins Here
Special Visitors at Welborne Last Week!
Special thanks to Army Officer Major Mireille Chamberland who came and spoke to the classes of Ms Leger and Mr Edgett last Thursday as part of Veterans week. Students enjoyed learning about how the Canadian military has and continues to help people live in peace and safety at home and abroad. Merci Major Mireille Chamberland!
We were thrilled to welcome a special guest from a local high school! She brought her musical talents and passion for the French language to our primary French classes, inspiring students with her energy and enthusiasm.
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, 2025
Here’s what you need to know:
• Campaign Number: 60323
• Order Online: https://fundraising.purdys.com/1569218-133378
• 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! 💙
eSports Season Kick-Off: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
We’re excited to announce that our eSports team is launching its Super Smash Bros. Ultimate season tomorrow night! Matches will run on Wednesdays from 6:15–8:00 PM, leading up to a final virtual tournament on Saturday, November 29.
🗓️ Match Schedule
- Nov. 5 – Week 1
- Nov. 12 – Week 2
- Nov. 19 – Week 3
- Nov. 26 – Week 4
- Saturday, Nov. 29 – Final Tournament (9:00 AM–4:00 PM)
Let’s cheer on our players as they battle it out and build teamwork, strategy, and school spirit!
Scholastic Book Fair Is Coming!
Get ready to turn pages and spark imaginations — the Scholastic Book Fair is rolling into school! Homerooms will be invited to browse and build their wish lists on November 18th & 19th, giving students a chance to preview all the exciting reads.
Families are warmly invited to shop in person on Thursday, November 20th from 4:30–5:30 PM, and students will have the opportunity to purchase their books during school hours on November 20th & 21st. Let’s celebrate the joy of reading together!
Staying Connected with Our School Community
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!
Hot Lunch Ordering
We’re excited to share that hot lunch orders are now open through School-Day!
Hot lunch schedule:
- Tuesdays – Sub Day from Tony’s Pizza (order by the Thursday prior)
- Wednesdays – Edo Japan (order by the Thursday prior)
- Fridays – Tony’s Pizza or Chicken Fingers & Fries (order by the Sunday prior)
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.
You’re Invited: Level Up! Skilled Trades Career Fair Open House
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 levelupontario.ca/open-house.
Every Wednesday |
Welborne Wednesday - Wear your Welborne Spirit Wear or Colours |
November 1st to 30th |
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November 1st to 9th |
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November 5th to 11th |
Veterans' Week |
November 11th |
Remembrance Day Assembly - 10:40AM |
November 13th |
Progress Reports distributed |
November 14th |
PA Day - no school for students |
November 17th to 21st |
Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week |
November 18th - 21st |
Scholastic Book Fair - see information above |
November 21st |
LDSB Pink Shirt Day |
November 24th - 28th |
LESSA Volleyball Tournaments |
November 26th |
Photo Re-takes beginning at 9am |
November 29th |
eSports Super Smash Bros Tournament |
Lego Robotics Club |
See Mr. Large |
Rocket League - Grades 5-8 |
See Mr. McDonough |
Musical Theatre - Grades 2 to 6 |
See Mr. Large |
Senior Girls Volleyball |
See Mrs. Frenette |
Grade 8 Boys Volleyball |
See Mr. McDonough |
Grade 7 Boys Volleyball |
See Ms. Hart |
SAC Snapshot
📣 School Advisory Council Meeting Tonight!
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.
💻 Join us via Zoom: Click here to attend
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!
General School Related Information
Supporting Smooth Morning Transitions
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!
Report An Absence
To report an absence, use one the following methods:
School Messenger application
- Use the email address you provided to the school.
- Use your mobile device to download and install the free SchoolMessenger blue app from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store, the SchoolMessenger website portal, or from within the LDSB mobile app.
- 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.
- Select Attendance from the menu, then select Report an Absence and follow the prompts.
Interactive toll-free telephone
- Call 1-855-257-9349 toll-free to report an absence using the automated phone system.
- Follow the instructions to report an absence.
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.
Reporting late arrivals
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.
Visitors to Welborne Avenue Public School
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.
Grade 7 and Grade 8 Lunch Privileges
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.
Community Information
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!
Upcoming Dates:
Sunday, December 7 at 1:00 PM – Le Sésame Theatre (1290 Wheathill St.) Hosted by Franco-Ontarian artist Véloce André, presented in partnership with Centre Culturel Frontenac
“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!”
