What's New

Pride Month 2023

05/25/2023

Pride celebrations at Limestone schools throughout June demonstrate our commitment to ensuring that everyone not only sees themselves in Limestone but also feels a strong sense of belonging and connectedness.

Read More About 2023-2024 Budget Survey

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Boardroom Briefs - February 22, 2023

02/27/2023

Boardroom Briefs is now available for the February 22, 2023 Meeting of the Board

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“Arts in (Edu)Action” – New Program with KSOA and LDSB

02/17/2023

Kingston School of Art is excited to announce the launch of “Arts in Edu(Action),” a new program in partnership with Limestone District School Board.

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Message from the Director - February 2023

02/16/2023

It has been an exciting and fast start to 2023, and as we approach Family Day weekend, I would like to provide some updates for Limestone families.

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School-year survey for 2023-2024

02/10/2023

Seeking feedback on next year's school calendar

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Message from the Director - January 2023

01/25/2023

I hope all families were able to enjoy some time to recharge over the December/January break and were able to connect with friends and family. During the past two weeks, it has been great to see students, staff, and school communities jump right back into the school routine, engaging in valuable learning experiences and extracurricular activities.

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Extended French Immersion Open Houses

01/24/2023

Extended French Immersion Choices at 7 Open Houses for the 2023-2024 School Year

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KFL&A Public Health Guidelines

01/24/2023

While public health guidance has not changed since November, Limestone continues to work closely with KFL&A Public Health to communicate up-to-date information about the current state of respiratory viruses and actions that students, families, and staff can take to reduce transmission of illness within our communities.

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Kindergarten Registration for Sept. 2023

01/18/2023

Great learning starts here! Online Kindergarten registration for 4- and 5- year-olds is now open.

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Grade 8 Information Nights

01/09/2023

LDSB is hosting Grade 8 Information Nights at our secondary schools for families and students.

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Message from the Director - December 2022

12/21/2022

It has been a busy fall with students engaged in valuable learning experiences and opportunities to participate in a full slate of extracurricular clubs, activities, and sports across the district.

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LDSB honoured for excellence in communications

12/14/2022

This fall, the LDSB communications team received national recognition for excellence in school board communications.

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Director's Annual Report 2021-2022

12/08/2022

The Limestone District School Board Director’s Annual Report provides a brief snapshot of continued progress on our multi-year strategic plan, anchored by the pillars of Wellness, Innovation, and Collaboration.

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Equity Matters - November 2022

11/30/2022

The Act(ion) of Knowing in November. This issue identifies ways in which we can work together to ensure everyone in our school community feels safe, supported, and valued.

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Labour Update - November 20, 2022

11/20/2022

We are delighted to share that CUPE and the province have been able to reach a tentative agreement in labour negotiations. This message is to confirm that all schools will be open to students Monday, November 21 for in-person learning.

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Message from the Director – Nov. 18, 2022

11/18/2022

I hope families had a safe start to the winter weather presented this morning, and earlier this week. The forecast suggests we will be getting more snow over the next couple of days.

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Chair & Vice-Chair selected for 2022-2023 session

11/17/2022

Trustees of the Limestone District School Board selected Trustees Robin Hutcheon and Bob Godkin to the roles of Chair and Vice-Chair

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Boardroom Briefs - November 16, 2022

11/16/2022

Boardroom Briefs is now available for the Initial Meeting of the Board November 16, 2022.

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CUPE Negotiations Update Nov. 16 2022

11/16/2022

As announced November 16, CUPE has provided five-day notice announcing a full withdrawal of services effective Monday, November 21.

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Message from the Director - November 15, 2022

11/15/2022

A message from the Director for LDSB families on November 15, 2022

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Tutoring and Online Learning Resources Available

11/14/2022

LDSB is offering an afterschool drop-in Virtual Tutoring Program for Limestone students in Grades 1 to 10.

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KFL&A Public Health Food and Nutrition Literacy Workshop

KFL&A Public Health's Nutrition and Food Literacy Workshop Series

11/11/2022

KFL&A Public Health is offering a series of nutrition and food literacy workshops between November 2022 and April 2023 – available for free to all Limestone students, staff, and families.

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Labour Update to Families - Nov. 7, 2022

11/07/2022

In-person learning will resume at all LDSB schools tomorrow morning, Tues. Nov. 8

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Labour Update for Families – November 6

11/06/2022

At this point in time, it appears the protest by CUPE staff will be continuing to start the week.

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Labour Update - Friday, November 4, 2022

11/04/2022

Currently, it appears a full withdrawal of services by CUPE staff will extend into the start of next week at minimum. Given these circumstances, we anticipate LDSB schools and buildings will remain closed to students and the public for Monday, November 7.

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Statement from Chair of the Board

11/04/2022

With CUPE employees making up 30% of Limestone DSB employees, we had no choice but to close schools for in-person learning due to significant health and safety concerns.

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2021-2022 EQAO Provincial Assessment Results

11/02/2022

The Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) has released reports on the 2021–2022 provincial assessments for each publicly funded school board in Ontario. Results for the Limestone District School Board (LDSB) are similar to provincial results with achievement across some levels continuing to improve or remaining stable.

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Equity Matters - October 2022

10/31/2022

The month of October intentionally holds space to recognize, celebrate and learn from the past and present contributions/experiences of multiple identities and cultural heritages,

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New Board of Trustees elected for term 2022-2026

10/25/2022

Three new trustees will join seven incumbents on the Limestone District School Board of Trustees for a new four-year term in office,

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Extending our condolences to the family of Grandmother Laurel Claus-Johnson and the community

10/03/2022

The Limestone District School Board extends its condolences to the family of Grandmother Laurel Claus-Johnson and the community

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Equity Matters - Sept. 2022

09/30/2022

Equity Matters focuses on additional opportunity to reconnect with, and learn about, each other in meaningful, collaborative ways.

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2021-2022 Facilities Services Capital Projects

09/26/2022

Over the 2021-2022 school year, the Limestone District School Board Facilities Services Maintenance and Construction teams worked on 223 projects at Limestone schools.

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National Day of Truth and Reconciliation

09/26/2022

Observing National Day of Truth and Reconciliation at Limestone schools and sites

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Boardroom Briefs: September 21, 2022

09/22/2022

Boardroom Briefs is now available for the Regular Meeting of September 21, 2022.

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A Message from the Director - September 15, 2022

09/15/2022

I hope you and your family have had a very positive start to the 2022-2023 school year in Limestone.

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Short Hold and Secure as precautionary measure

09/08/2022

On the direction of Kingston Police several schools in the LCVI family of schools

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Updates to the School & Child Care Screening Tool

09/01/2022

Yesterday, the Ministry of Health and the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health announced updates to the School and Child Care Screening Tool and Management of Cases and Contacts of COVID-19.

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Welcome to the 2022-2023 School Year

08/30/2022

A Message from Director Burra

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Back to School: What Elementary Students Need to Bring on the First Day

08/16/2022

We hope everyone is having a safe and healthy summer and has been able to spend time with family and friends. As Limestone District School Board continues to work towards welcoming back students on Tuesday, September 6, 2022, we know families are busy preparing for the new school year as well. Here is a suggested list of what elementary students need to prepare to bring on their first day of school.

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Preparing for a New School Year

08/02/2022

We are excited to welcome back all students on Tuesday, September 6 while continuing our focus on wellness, innovation, and collaboration.

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Board Message to Families - June 28, 2022

06/28/2022

June is always a time of reflection as we are completing one school year and continuing preparations for the next school year. It is also a time of change at Limestone as we see students graduating from elementary and secondary school, staff retire, and many students prepare for transitions.

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Equity Matters June 2022

06/27/2022

June's Equity Matters provides an overview of Limestone's equity journey and acknowledging the important role we all play in being part of the necessary change.

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Building Construction Internship Program (BCIP) are Hosting an Open House

06/24/2022

Limestone District School Board students in the Building Construction Internship Program (BCIP) are hosting an Open House celebrating the eight ‘Tiny Homes’ they have completed this year, marking their 100th house project, on Monday, June 27, 2022, at 45 County Road 6 in Amherstview from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m..

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Boardroom Briefs - June 15, 2022

06/16/2022

Boardroom Briefs is now available for the Regular Meeting of June 15, 2022. Boardroom Briefs is intended to provide highlights of presentations, reports and decisions made at the regular meeting of the Limestone District School Board of Trustees.

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Trustees Approve 2022-2023 Budget

06/15/2022

The Limestone District School Board of Trustees approved a deficit budget balanced with surplus funds for the 2022-2023 school year totaling $295 million at its regular meeting on June 15, 2022.

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2022 Limestone Student Achievers Awards

06/15/2022

The Limestone District School Board of Trustees honoured 11 secondary students with 2022 Limestone Student Achievers Awards at its regular meeting on June 15, 2022.

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Addressing Acts of Hate

06/13/2022

The Limestone District School Board is working closely with staff and students to provide resources and other supports to confront acts of hate as part of its ongoing efforts to create safe, welcoming, and identity-affirming spaces for everyone.

Read More About Addressing Acts of Hate

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Limestone Schools to Fly Intersex-Inclusive Progress Pride Flag Throughout June

05/31/2022

The Education Centre and all school across the Limestone District School Board are recognizing Pride Month in KFL&A by flying the Intersex-Inclusive Progress Pride Flag for the month of June.

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Statement Regarding Mass Shooting in Uvalde, Texas

05/25/2022

Limestone District School Board is very saddened to learn of the mass shooting at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas that took the lives of 19 students and 1 teacher. No words can express our condolences deeply enough for those affected. Our thoughts are with the families, classmates, and community in Uvalde.

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Limestone District School Board Trustees Vote to have an Indigenous Trustee Appointed to Board

05/20/2022

At the May 18, 2022, Limestone District School Board’s Regular Board Meeting, Trustees unanimously voted to approach the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte for them to appoint an Indigenous Trustee to the Limestone Board of Trustees.

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Boardroom Briefs: May 18, 2022

05/20/2022

Trustee select new name for east-end school, pass motion for Indigenous Trustee and more highlights from May 18 Board meeting.

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Trustees select École Maple ES as new name

05/19/2022

École Maple Elementary School was chosen as the new name for École Kingston East Elementary School

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Human Trafficking Is Closer Than You Think - Break the Silence. Break the Chains.

05/18/2022

Free event for students as well as an evening session for parents, guardians, and community members. Learn how to prevent and eliminate human trafficking.

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Bridges to Local Employment

05/16/2022

The Limestone District School Board, in collaboration with Specialist High Skills Major and Lennox & Addington Economic Development, are pleased to announce the Bridges to Local Employment Event, happening at Napanee District Secondary School on Thursday, May 26 from 10 a.m. –to 12:30 p.m.

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Statement regarding shootings in US

05/16/2022

The LDSB offers our sincere condolences to the communities grieving in the wake of these horrific acts of hatred, and to the family, friends, and anyone affected by this tragic event.

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Join the LDSB Community Equity Advisory Committee

05/12/2022

To help support everyone who learns, works, or volunteers in Limestone to value diversity, demonstrate respect for others, and commit to establishing a just and caring society, Limestone has recently formed the Community Equity Advisory Committee.

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K-12 Foundational Literacy Skills Learning Series

05/11/2022

Join us for these engaging one-hour sessions to learn what this aspect of a structured literacy program is, why it is important and how you can integrate it into your everyday literacy practice. You will leave with practical strategies that can be implemented immediately. Sessions will be offered in-person at the LDSB Education Centre. Sessions will be recorded and made available on Minds Online. Participants who attend in-person will receive a free resource! Space is limited to 30 participants.

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Umoja Black Advisory Committee Potluck

05/10/2022

Umoja Black Advisory Committee – Empowering Black Communities: Taking intentional, targeted steps to improve equity of opportunity for Black children & youth regardless of circumstances.

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Board Message to Families - May 5, 2022

05/05/2022

As we enter the remaining weeks of the school year, and as spring feels like it is settling in, we would like to share some important information and updates with families.

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2022-2023 School Year Calendar

05/02/2022

The Ministry of Education has approved the Limestone District School Board’s 2022-2023 School Year Calendar.

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Boardroom Briefs: April 27, 2022

04/29/2022

Boardroom Briefs is now available for the Regular Meeting of April 27, 2022. Boardroom Briefs is intended to provide highlights of presentations, reports and decisions made at the regular meeting of the Limestone District School Board of Trustees.

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Equity Matters April 2022

04/27/2022

This edition acknowledges interfaith holidays in April and provides us with inclusive ways to support those observing dates of significance.

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Board Message to Families

04/25/2022

LDSB has created a COVID-19 Related Absence Reporting Dashboard to support our school communities with information about student COVID-19 related absences within our schools.

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Re-Imagining a New Way Forward with Intention: A Conversation with Sheila Watt-Cloutier

04/13/2022

Re-Imagining a New Way Forward with Intension: A Conversation with Sheila Watt-Cloutier

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Workforce Census and Belonging Survey 2022

04/11/2022

All Limestone District School Board staff are being asked to participate in the voluntary, anonymous, and confidential See Yourself in Limestone Workforce Census and Belonging Survey (WCBS).

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Board Message to Families

04/08/2022

As we have entered the spring season and some warmer weather, we would like to share some important information and updates related to the current status within our school communities, COVID-19 Public Health Protocols, as well as plans for spring extracurriculars and graduation ceremonies in Limestone.

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Boardroom Briefs: March 30, 2022

04/05/2022

Boardroom Briefs is now available for the Regular Meeting of February 23, 2022.

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