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Amherst Island Weekly Family Update
<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">What's Happening at Amherst Island PS? </span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/a803a71a-b14a-4fe5-a6b3-283e309491c8" alt="Elementary students working in a garden outside" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Welcome Back New and Returning Students and Families</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As the new school year begins, we are thrilled to welcome both new and returning members of our school community. Whether you're stepping into our halls for the first time or returning after a well-deserved summer break, we’re so glad you’re here.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This year promises to be full of learning, growth, and connection. Our dedicated staff have been working hard to prepare engaging lessons, exciting activities, and a supportive environment where every student can thrive.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We encourage families to stay connected through our newsletters, school events, and classroom updates. Your involvement makes a world of difference, and we’re grateful for your partnership.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Here’s to a fantastic year ahead—let’s make it one to remember!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Hot Lunch Orders</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Hot lunch days are back! We are happy to be able to provide the opportunity to order a hot lunch again this year through LunchBox. We will continue with the pizza restaurant, and possibly adjust our options later this term. If you missed out on our first Pizza Day order, you can still set up an account with </span><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LunchBox</strong></b></i><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, and order for the hot lunch days to come. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The LunchBox website is very user friendly and it should only take a couple of minutes to</span><a href="https://identity.schoolcashonline.com/Account/Login?ReturnUrl=%2Fconnect%2Fauthorize%2Fcallback%3Fclient_id%3DLunchBoxClient%26redirect_uri%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.lunchboxorders.net%252Fauthorization-code%252Fcallback%26response_type%3Dcode%2520id_token%26scope%3Dopenid%2520profile%2520UserProfileInfo%26state%3DOpenIdConnect.AuthenticationProperties%253D7FDFf6vWJ33dvrAAdqn6xKgkG5ePVAaX1AVO_P5Mo1sETYlyhOg6nt6CwPHMcFJHgH1W4-rwNXklxXdXF3pnPP1jHDYIv-YJJ4tLJgf8JxmRPUYsnVUPqJqQL4Rc6_cshUSb3l1uRvwHQ5SZFqY3BNHCJOBPy-vIoskIwPQmAXJ_5YdEJjkUV4nqrUIYiR6b6SNnuAP67k4rzcHoHMfWyopW4xbc_dAlK7ps4qMDCYiFdldz3L2RwAq8U9TfwjIJ%26response_mode%3Dform_post%26nonce%3D638912244487653090.NGI0ZDhiNGUtMDg5MC00Yzc4LWJjNjMtZTUxNDgwYTQzOWZmZDEwOWIxZmItNjQxNi00NWU2LTk0YWUtOTMxMDhlM2UxNDI3%26x-client-SKU%3DID_NET461%26x-client-ver%3D5.3.0.0" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> set up an account online</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. If you already have an account, please re-assign your child to the appropriate teacher for this school year. Hot lunch orders will continue to support student activities with a small portion of each sale coming back to our school. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Peak at the Week</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Monday, September 2</strong></b></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Labor Day - Schools are closed</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tuesday, September 3</strong></b></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">P.A. Day - No classes for students</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday, September 4</strong></b></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">First day of school </span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday, September 5</strong></b></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Track practice for Junior Boys and Junior Girls </span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, September 6</strong></b></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Theme Day: Dress in your school colours to show your school spirit! </span></li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Looking Ahead: Terry Fox Run, Walk, and Roll September 2025</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our Terry Fox Run, Walk, and Roll will take place on Friday, September XX from XX:XX to XX:XX p.m. We are very excited to take part in this annual tradition that supports cancer research while building school spirit. Families who plan to join us should let their classroom teachers know in advance. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Families can support our school's fundraising efforts by </span><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">making a donation online</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> - thank you for your support! </span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/7291ab76-99b5-43a1-8f2b-edaade7c53e8/2025-04-07-LDSB%20School%20Year%20Calendar-2025-2026.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967" alt="2025 2026 LDSB School Year Calendar" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School Day Schedule</span></h2><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 157px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Time</span></p></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Learning block</span></p></th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 157px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">8:55 a.m.</span></p></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Supervision begins on the yard</span></p></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 157px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">9:10 to 10:15 a.m.</span></p></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">100-Minute learning block</span></p></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 157px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">10:50 to 11:30 a.m.</span></p></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Recess and nutrition break</span></p></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 157px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">11:30 a.m. to 1:10 p.m.</span></p></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">100-Minute learning block</span></p></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">1:10 to 1:50 p.m.</span></p></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Recess and nutrition break</span></p></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">1:50 to 3:30 p.m.</span></p></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">100-Minute learning block</span></p></td></tr></tbody></table><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Allergen Awareness - Nut-Free School</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you for packing nut-free snacks! Please communicate with teachers before sending any treats in for your student's class. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: center;"><img src="/images/77143b36-64d5-4f80-a9f2-cf2bf339fb88" alt="Nut Free School" width="387" height="553" style="width:387px;height:553px;display:inline-block"></p>
2025-08-28 11:00:20 +0000 UTC
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Report a Student Absence
<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">One of our greatest priorities is ensuring that all students arrive safely to school every day. To improve our safe arrival process, Limestone District School Board has made some changes to our SafeArrival absence reporting management system. The most significant of which is the addition to report half day absences.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Elementary parents/caregivers now have a new option for the type of half day absence being reported:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Late Arrivals - If your elementary or secondary student will be away for the morning, report a Late Arrival, with the arrival time being the expected time the student will arrive at the school. </span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please note, each student signing in or out of the school will still need to do so from the main attendance office.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><a href="/go/f76047ab-9771-5563-9a8a-b20a4d0bb17c" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" data-permalink="" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">More information about our SafeArrival absence reporting management tool</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> is available online. </span></p>
2023-10-25 00:00:00 +0000 UTC
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About Our School
Welcome to Amherst Island Public School where we are small in number but large in spirit! We are a Kindergarten to Grade 8 school located on picturesque Amherst Island, once named one of the prettiest towns in Canada. Our school is within the local hamlet of Stella on the protected north central shore. A regular ferry service connects us to the mainland at Millhaven. Our school yard is spacious and open and includes a skating rink in the winter.
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View All NewsChoices at 7 Program Information
<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Limestone District School Board's Choices at 7 programs offer opportunities for students entering Grade 7 to participate in a variety of unique learning environments. Depending on the availability of places in the programs, students currently in Grade 7 may also apply to join a program for their Grade 8 year. The Choices at 7 programs that are offered include: </span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">ATLAS</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> (Applying Technology for Learning, Aptitude, and Success) </span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Challenge</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> (Gifted and Academic Enrichment Program) </span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LEAP</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> (Limestone Education through the Arts Program) </span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Extended French Immersion Program</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> (for students entering Grade 7 only)</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you are interested in finding out more about these programs, you are invited to attend the information nights that are being held at each site (dates and times are listed below). For detailed information about any of the Choices at 7 programs, please visit the </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/choices_at_7" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Choices at 7 web page.</span></a></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Application Process:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The application form for the ATLAS Program, the Challenge Program, LEAP, and Extended French Immersion for September 2026 will be open from </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">December 12, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. until January 12, 2026, at 4:00 p.m</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. Application information and links will be available on the </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/choices_at_7" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Choices at 7 web page.</span></a></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Choices at 7 Information Nights:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Calvin Park Public School - ATLAS, Challenge, LEAP and CORE Choices at 7 Program Information Night</strong></b></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem editor-nested-listitem"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.</span></li></ul></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Loughborough Public School - Challenge Program Choices at 7 Program Information Night</strong></b></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem editor-nested-listitem"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.</span></li></ul></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ernestown Intermediate and Secondary School - Grade 7 and 8 Challenge Program Information Night</strong></b></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem editor-nested-listitem"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday, December 11, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.</span></li></ul></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Harrowsmith Public School - Extended French Immersion Program Information Night</strong></b></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem editor-nested-listitem"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Monday December 8, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.</span></li></ul></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Module Vanier - Extended French Immersion Program Information Night</strong></b></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem editor-nested-listitem"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.</span></li></ul></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Module L’Acadie - Extended French Immersion Program Information Night</strong></b></li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem editor-nested-listitem"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.</span></li></ul></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you have any additional questions, please do not hesitate to e-mail us at the address that appears below.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Kind regards,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wilma Pettingill and Elizabeth Suriyuth</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LDSB Choices at 7 Registrars</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><a href="mailto:choicesatseven@limestone.on.ca" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">choicesatseven@limestone.on.ca</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p>
2025-11-20 21:00:49.731 +0000 UTC
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Student Census Survey Opt-Out Deadline Extended
<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dear Families,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As a follow-up to our previous messages about the upcoming Student Census survey, </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">the deadline for families to opt out has been extended to the end of day on Monday, November 17.</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> If you wish to opt your student(s) out, please contact your school principal. </span><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Families who have already opted out do not need to take any further action.</strong></b></i></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">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.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Available Student Census Resources</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">There are resources about the Student Census for families and students available on Limestone’s website, including:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student_census" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">About the Student Census</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> (including a video)</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A list of </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student-census-frequently-asked-questions-faqs-" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Frequently Asked Questions and Answers</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> that includes information on privacy, confidentiality, and data use</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student-census-introduction-to-student-and-family-guide-" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Student and Family Guide</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> that explains the survey questions and why we ask them</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student-census-2025-grades-4-to-6-questions" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Copies of the questions for the Grades 4 to 6 survey</span></a></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student-census-2025-grades-7-to-12-questions" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Copies of the questions for Grades 7 to 12 survey</span></a></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student-census-student-and-family-question-guide" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Question Guide</span></a></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">About the Student Census</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Student Census is a voluntary survey for students in Grades 4 to 12. This important initiative aims to learn more about students' identities, academic achievement, and their experiences at school. By understanding more about the unique backgrounds, experiences, and needs of students, we can create a more inclusive and supportive educational environment for everyone.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The data is paired with academic information to help us understand what school is like for different groups of students.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">It is important to note that:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The survey is </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">optional</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Responses are </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">confidential</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">can choose to answer as much or as little of the survey as they wish</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Alison McDonnell</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Superintendent of Curriculum and Program Services: Early Years and Equity and Inclusion</span></p>
2025-11-13 21:15:51.781 +0000 UTC
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Reminder - Student Census Survey
<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dear Families,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A reminder to families that the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">See Yourself in Limestone Student Census is coming up the week of November 24 to 28</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">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.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">It is important to note that:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The survey is </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">optional</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Responses are </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">confidential</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">can choose to answer as much or as little of the survey as they wish</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Reminder: Opt-Out Deadline is Friday, November 14</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you prefer that your student not participate, you can opt them out by contacting your school principal.</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> 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.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Opt-out deadline:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Friday, November 14, 2025</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Student Census Resources</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">There are resources about the Student Census for families and students available on Limestone’s website, including:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student_census" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">About the Student Census</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> (including a video)</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A list of </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student-census-frequently-asked-questions-faqs-" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Frequently Asked Questions and Answers</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> that includes information on privacy, confidentiality, and data use</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student-census-introduction-to-student-and-family-guide-" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Student and Family Guide</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> that explains the survey questions and why we ask them</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student-census-2025-grades-4-to-6-questions" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Copies of the questions for the Grades 4 to 6 survey</span></a></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student-census-2025-grades-7-to-12-questions" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Copies of the questions for Grades 7 to 12 survey</span></a></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student-census-student-and-family-question-guide" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Question Guide</span></a></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you for your continued partnership as we strive to foster a learning environment that prioritizes understanding the needs of all students and identifying gaps for improved service.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Alison McDonnell</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Superintendent of Curriculum and Program Services:</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Early Years and Equity and Inclusion</span></p>
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The Limestone District School Board is situated on the traditional territories of the Anishinaabek and Haudenosaunee. We acknowledge their enduring presence on this land, as well as the presence of Métis, Inuit, and other First Nations from across Turtle Island. We honour their culture and celebrate their commitment to this land.