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2026 June Exams
<h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><a href="/documents/7dfcf2ea-be13-40a7-af35-26b048a066f6/Distribution-copy-of-June-2026-Exam-Schedule.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20260507131531" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June Exam Schedule</span></a></h2>
2026-06-08 13:16:03.371 +0000 UTC
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Graduating Class of 2026 Updates
<h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><br></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/389bd87e-94e7-417d-b4cc-815847a6b02c?fingerprint=ppb20260608170006" alt="Class of 2026 KSS Graduation Invite" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">2026 KSS Graduation Ceremony</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> will take place </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">at 4:00 pm on Thursday, June 25th</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> at St. Lawrence College. Please see invitation attached to this email. We look forward to welcoming you, and celebrating this incredible class! The email below includes important information for students graduating this year, and as well as for their guests who will attend our graduation ceremony.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><u><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grad Costs</strong></b></u><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> KSS recognizes the importance of equity of access to all school events. In lieu of a mandatory fee, we are requesting a contribution to our grad fund. This optional payment will go towards covering the cost of the SLC gym rental, keepsake graduation caps as well as grad gown rentals. We request a contribution of $25.00 per graduating student, however families can donate more, or less as they wish. Payments can be made through School Day or by cash at ceremony registration (details below). </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><u><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ceremony Registration: Wednesday, June 24th </strong></b></u><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ceremony Registration will take place in the KSS Library on</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Wednesday, June 24th from 9am-12pm.</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Registration will include the following: </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Caps and Gowns: </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students will pick up their graduation cap and gown during ceremony registration. We encourage all families to take photos of your graduate prior to the ceremony. Grad gowns will be returned promptly after the ceremony, so there will not be time for photos with them after the ceremony is over. The 2026 Graduation caps are yours to keep! </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tickets: </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are fortunate to have a large venue and so we are able to offer each graduate up to 5 tickets for graduation this year, and every guest must have a ticket to enter St. Lawrence College. Graduates should know how many tickets are needed when they arrive to pick up tickets at ceremony registration on June 24 and have filled their approximate number in the grad form prior to that. If accessible seating is needed, please let us know via the form or at registration. There is no cost per ticket. If you think that you will need more than 5 tickets, please come to Student Services to let us know as there may be a limited number of additional seats for which we will be keeping a waitlist.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grad Fund Payment</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Students who have not paid through School Day can bring cash or cheque to registration (recommended contribution is $25 per graduate as stated above). </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Textbook Return </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please return any outstanding library books, textbooks or other items that belong to KSS when you come to graduation registration on June 24th. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><u><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Arriving at Graduation on June 25th</strong></b></u></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">When you arrive to the St. Lawrence College, please park in the front main parking lot and enter through the main entrance. We will have staff available to direct you down to the gym. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><u><i><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-italic editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Graduating students should arrive between 3:30pm and 3:45pm</strong></b></i></u><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. All guests will require a ticket to enter the SLC Gymnasium. Graduates will not require a ticket. Accessible seating is available. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Photos </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As mentioned above, we will collect gowns promptly following the graduation, so we encourage families to take photos prior to the ceremony. That said, we will have a staff member taking photos of each graduate at the side of the stage after they graduate. A link to these photos will be sent to students within a week of graduation. *Please let us know if you do not want your graduate's photo included in the shared file. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> We are looking forward to celebrating this phenomenal group of students! Please continue to check your email for important updates as we approach graduation. We look forward to seeing you all on June 25th! </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 5th Weekly Grad update</strong></b></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><br></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Good Afternoon Grade 12's!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June has arrived! </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are following up with folks who need community hours and e-Learning opt out forms signed for graduation. Please let us know if there are any issues meeting these requirements. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please let me know if you are needing extra tickets for Graduation. We will be following up with families next week about ticket requests. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><u><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Transition Resource Guide </strong></b></u></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">There have been updates made to the Transition Resource Guide. The guide is available to support students with disabilities exploring post-secondary pathways. </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.transitionresourceguide.ca%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cgillespiet%40limestone.on.ca%7Cc76c291630ad4f74e72f08dec3292e3a%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639162778848202034%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=3dytKSHh16WE7cJmPOsNVodGZ0IIH1G1VhEzm6drEEY%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://www.transitionresourceguide.ca/</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><u><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Online to Success - Summer Registration Deadline June 19th</strong></b></u></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">On-Line to Success-Ontario (OLTS) is a transition program for students going from secondary to post-secondary school This program is for students in Grade 12 (or completing an additional year) across Ontario with learning disabilities, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and/or mental health disorders, including (but not limited to): depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and OCD. For more information, please visit </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.queensu.ca%2Frarc%2Ftransitions%2Folts-ontario&data=05%7C02%7Cgillespiet%40limestone.on.ca%7Cc76c291630ad4f74e72f08dec3292e3a%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639162778848232856%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=810aSPh0RwU3tojbSZzAdPh2Oa8t4d9WJBLoBKCuXHg%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://www.queensu.ca/rarc/transitions/olts-ontario</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> or connect with Julia Hale. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><u><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 12 Exit Survey</strong></b></u></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As the school year comes to a close, the Board invites Grade 12 students to complete the </span><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 12 Exit Survey</em></i><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> to share your experiences. Your feedback helps the Board better understand student perspectives and improve the overall student experience across Limestone District School Board schools.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Participation is voluntary</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Time to complete: Approximately 15 minutes</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Survey link: </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fca1.voxco.com%2FS2%2F%3Fst%3Dfu443Fws9prRkblxImJ56iUzqyNjq6zyIqEkNbe7MdQ%253D%26mod%3D0%26dlang%3Den&data=05%7C02%7Cgillespiet%40limestone.on.ca%7Cc76c291630ad4f74e72f08dec3292e3a%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639162778848256507%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=UKMNxWEahJm0WEDel6i7Y0h8OGS5vdSzemFmjVftri8%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://ca1.voxco.com/S2/?st=fu443Fws9prRkblxImJ56iUzqyNjq6zyIqEkNbe7MdQ%3D&mod=0&dlang=en. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 12 Exit Survey</em></i></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· </span><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Survey Closes: June 19, 2026</em></i></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><u><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Life After High School Speaker Series</strong></b></u></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Managing Money after High School and Skilled Trades and Apprenticeships webinars are next week. Please register with this link: </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.canva.com%2Fdesign%2FDAHKITxCV88%2Fh8E1X9oJ4J161qqNIeLH4Q%2Fview%3Futm_content%3DDAHKITxCV88%26utm_campaign%3Ddesignshare%26utm_medium%3Dlink%26utm_source%3Dviewer&data=05%7C02%7Cgillespiet%40limestone.on.ca%7Cc76c291630ad4f74e72f08dec3292e3a%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639162778848279170%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=9nLO6uqPVeJxKoml8tbWZPeiK%2BrzX%2F%2FEGCsgk%2Fm8s4g%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://www.canva.com/design/DAHKITxCV88/h8E1X9oJ4J161qqNIeLH4Q/view?utm_content=DAHKITxCV88&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=viewer. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Life After Secondary Speaker Series Information Poster</strong></b></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><u><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone Email Reminder</strong></b></u></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A reminder to please prepare to lose access to your Limestone email upon graduation. Please back up any important information and update contact information anywhere you have used this email.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Here is a link with more information about what to do: </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fkss.limestone.on.ca%2Fgraduating-student-ldsb-e-mail-account-transfer&data=05%7C02%7Cgillespiet%40limestone.on.ca%7Cc76c291630ad4f74e72f08dec3292e3a%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639162778848300887%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=n7fkf7jI%2ByZoa0%2FRJeUk1baF0XP7jvvKPvwf5qOEX70%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://kss.limestone.on.ca/graduating-student-ldsb-e-mail-account-transfer. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://kss.limestone.on.ca/graduating-student-ldsb-e-mail-account-transfer</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><u><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Textbook and Library Book Return Reminder - all books are due back June 12th. </strong></b></u><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><u><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Volunteer Opportunities</strong></b></u></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Rideau Public School is looking for volunteers for their June Festival. It is on June 10</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>th</span></sup><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> from 3:30-6:30. If you are interested please connect with Ms. Welfare Lister or Ms. Rose. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><u><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Scholarships</strong></b></u></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Professional Engineers of Ontario</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Scholarship</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> - Due June 30</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>th</span></sup><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> - Please see poster and information attached. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Greater Kingston Chorus</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> is accepting applications for up to three $1000 grants for secondary students who plan to study Vocal Music or Music Education in the fall at University or College. </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.greaterkingstonchorus.ca%2Fgrants&data=05%7C02%7Cgillespiet%40limestone.on.ca%7Cc76c291630ad4f74e72f08dec3292e3a%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639162778848319272%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=EE6DFOsIsKqeVQwlnwG2xWJyxiHAnsl9HUf5q9%2Ba7Dk%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://www.greaterkingstonchorus.ca/grants</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Russel Alexander Law Scholarship</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">- Due June 30</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>th</span></sup><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.russellalexander.com%2Frussell-alexander-law-firm-scholarship%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cgillespiet%40limestone.on.ca%7Cc76c291630ad4f74e72f08dec3292e3a%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639162778848337039%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=aNN1EsrJrdKrh7jJPoQ0O%2FdLjBkihJuIzPJDHirHb0k%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://www.russellalexander.com/russell-alexander-law-firm-scholarship/</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The end is in sight! Please stop by Student Services with any questions or concerns. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ms. Rose</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Amy Rose </strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">she/her</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Head of Student Services</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Kingston Secondary School </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">613-544-4811 ext.11169</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><a href="mailto:rosea@limestone.on.ca" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">rosea@limestone.on.ca</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fkss.limestone.on.ca%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cgillespiet%40limestone.on.ca%7Cc76c291630ad4f74e72f08dec3292e3a%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639162778848354168%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=ai2FvRRvhG6SeWY7OvDiQhaXms9NsJCqPOCxJu7f5f4%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://kss.limestone.on.ca/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://kss.limestone.on.ca/</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p>
2026-06-05 14:55:59.579 +0000 UTC
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The Musical Review
<h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">KSS Musical Theatre Presents "The Musical Review" on June 3, 4, 5 </span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/61a97271-af14-4e03-9f6f-05e7148970a9?fingerprint=ppb20260601134006" alt="Musical Review" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>
2026-06-01 13:40:43.303 +0000 UTC
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Kingston Secondary School (KSS) is a new 171,000-square-foot facility featuring programming for up to 1,340 students (240 intermediate students and 1,100 secondary students), including English programs in university, college and workplace pathways, the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program, and intermediate and secondary extended French and French Immersion.
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View All NewsLimestone Students Earn Prestigious Scholarships, Including National Loran Honour
<h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone District School Board graduates have received significant scholarships to support their post-secondary education.</span><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Nathan Kashira</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Kingston Secondary School (KSS) graduate Nathan Kashira has been selected as a </span><a href="https://loranscholar.ca/scholars/nathan-kashira/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">2026 Loran Scholar</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, out of more than 5,400 applicants across Canada. Of the 36 selected to become the Class of 2026, Nathan is among the nine from Ontario who were selected. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Nathan owns and operates a drone photography and videography company. He also leads a church volunteer team dedicated to supporting the community through food security initiatives, sports programs, and social services. In addition to his entrepreneurial, volunteer work, and fundraising efforts, Nathan works in both food service and construction, and captains the KSS football team. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><figure><img src="/images/cbb7d05d-cdf2-4f71-bb15-e031d213cf0b?fingerprint=ppb20260616151434" alt="Nathan Kashira" width="260" height="344" style="width:260px;height:344px;display:inline-block;float:right"><figcaption>Nathan Kashira</figcaption></figure><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Loran Award offers a four-year leadership-enrichment program, financial support for undergrad of approximately $100,000 total, diverse opportunities for experiential learning, and a long-term supportive community of peers and mentors. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">For more information about Nathan’s achievements, please visit the following coverage: </span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://www.thewhig.com/news/kingston-student-awarded-prestigious-national-scholarship" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Kingston student awarded prestigious national scholarship | The Kingston Whig Standard</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://www.kingstonist.com/news/kingston-secondary-school-senior-named-a-loran-scholars-finalist-update/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Update - Selected as Loran Scholar: Kingston Secondary School senior named a Loran Scholars Finalist – Kingston News</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://globalnews.ca/video/11648903/building-bright-futures-kingstons-nathan-kashira-named-a-loran-scholars-finalist/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Building Bright Futures: Kingston’s Nathan Kashira named a Loran Scholars finalist | Watch News Videos Online</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Athena Andrecyk</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Athena Andrecyk, also graduating from KSS, has received a full four-year athletic (Cross Country/Track and Field) and academic scholarship (Honors College - Biochemistry) to the University of Alabama. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Athena is a multiple OFSAA champion in Cross Country and Track, and U20 National Champion who has represented Team Canada in the U20 World Cross Country Championship. </span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">She was also on MPP Ted Hsu’s Constituency Youth Advisory Council for four years and was co-chair last year. During that time, the group worked on municipal projects supporting food banks and youth engagement. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Athena has successfully completed the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, and is grateful to everyone at KSS for helping her prepare for her post-secondary journey. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">For more information about Athena’s achievements, please visit the following coverage: </span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://www.visitkingston.ca/stories/athletes-of-kingston-athena-andrecyk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Visit Kingston | Athletes of Kingston: Athena Andrecyk</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://runningmagazine.ca/sections/runs-races/16-year-old-running-star-wins-canadian-u20-xc-title/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Canadian Running magazine: 16-year-old running star wins Canadian U20 XC title</span></a></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://kss.limestone.on.ca/news/three-gold-medals-at-ofsaa-track-and-field-championships" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Three Gold Medals at OFSAA Track and Field Championships</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph"><figure><img src="/images/c223b26f-4907-4b15-875c-542826a35a63?fingerprint=ppb20260616151557" alt="Athena Andrecyk and KSS Coaches" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><figcaption>Athena Andrecyk (seated), with coaches Kim James, Morgann Rymall, Griffin Sawchuk, and Marc Carriere.</figcaption></figure></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Haleigh Knetsch</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ernestown Secondary School graduate Hayleigh Knetsch has been awarded the </span><a href="https://www.queensu.ca/registrar/financial-aid/application-required/future-students/admission-bursaries/promise-scholars" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Queen's University Promise Scholarship</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, valued between $60,000 to $100,000 over four years (depending on the program of study) to cover tuition, living costs, and educational expenses. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><figure><img src="/images/46d3af77-73af-48ac-aa5c-4518f9d71888?fingerprint=ppb20260616152501" alt="Hayleigh Knetsch" width="209" height="261" style="width:209px;height:261px;display:inline-block;float:left"><figcaption>Haleigh Knetsch</figcaption></figure><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This scholarship includes guaranteed paid summer internships after the first, second, and third year. It also provides access to specialized mentorship, tutoring, and dedicated staff support to help students transition to and thrive in university. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Hayleigh is also a recipient of the </span><a href="https://kss.limestone.on.ca/news/2025-2026-limestone-student-achievers-award-" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">2025-2026 Limestone Student Achievers Award</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, which recognizes outstanding achievements of secondary students whose exceptional accomplishments merit recognition beyond school-level awards. Recipients demonstrate exemplary achievement in the following areas: leadership; positive attitude, energy, and school spirit; and academic standing. </span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;"><br><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Community Foundation for Lennox and Addington Student Awards 2026 </span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">On Tuesday, June 9, 2026, the Community Foundation for Lennox and Addington held its annual “Take It for Granted” evening in Selby. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This year, $84,000 in student awards were presented to Limestone District School Board graduating students from Lennox and Addington County who are heading to post-secondary school. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Since inception, the Foundation has distributed $2.16 million to charitable causes and student awards thanks to the generosity of donors. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><figure><img src="/images/4887ab46-c977-4bb0-b8e4-0ed91153566b?fingerprint=ppb20260616153438" alt="Group of students who were awarded Community Foundation for Lennox and Addington Student Awards 2026" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><figcaption>Image provided by the Community Foundation for Lennox and Addington</figcaption></figure></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Charlotte Uens Student Award </span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Established in 2009, this award is made possible by the donation of Stuart Uens in remembrance of his mother, Charlotte. The Uens family understood the value of working hard. It is designed to help those students who share the Uens’ values of hard work and education by providing annual awards to graduates of Napanee District Secondary School (NDSS) for their post-secondary education. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Maya Bellegarde, Katie Buchan, Jocelyn Corriveau, Abby Kelsey, Natasha Kennedy-Eros, Chloe McArthur, Elizabeth Miller, Finlay Paul, Laney Wansborough, Vienna Ballance-Hinch, Megan Delarosbil, Richard James Punchard, Ryder Steven Punchard, Autumn Ramwood, Noah van der Werf </strong></b></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mary Jo Field Indigenous Student Award </span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Established in 2024, this student award is made possible by the donation of David Field and family in remembrance of his wife Mary Jo. The Field family understand the value of working hard. They also made education a priority. Understanding that the cost of education could be prohibitive for some students, they established this fund. It is designed to help an Indigenous student, who shares the Fields’ values of hard work and education, to take the next step to a post-secondary school education. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Abby Scott, North Addington Education Centre (NAEC) </strong></b></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Werk Poole Student Award </span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Established in 2004, The Werk Poole Student Award was introduced as a tribute to Werk Poole, a leader in the Napanee community for many years. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This fund annually disburses an award to a graduating secondary school student, resident of Lennox and Addington County, who has been accepted into a Leadership Training Program. The student will have demonstrated knowledge of, and interest in, the qualities inherent in leadership roles. Significant community ties and volunteer experience would be possible indicators of a student’s commitment to a leadership program. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Chloe Mazurski, NAEC</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Camden East Women’s Institute Student Award </span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Established in 2006, this fund will provide an annual award for a Napanee District Secondary School student to attend a community college as follows: this student should be a resident of Camden East Ward #1 / Newburgh Ward #2 areas and awarded based upon criteria set out by the Camden East Women’s Institute. Candidates will be recommended by Napanee District Secondary School. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Devan Maxwell</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Goodyear Student Award </span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Established in 2002, the Goodyear Award provides an award to a graduating high school student from Lennox and Addington County, for the purpose of post-secondary education and training in technical education. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ryder Steven Punchard, NDSS</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Rotary Club of Napanee Service Above Self Student Award </span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Established in 2024, the Napanee Rotary “Service Above Self” Award recognizes one graduating student from each Lennox and Addington high school who is planning on attending post-secondary education. It is designed to support a student who has demonstrated a dedication to serving their community by leading or actively participating in initiatives which improve an aspect of their community in a meaningful way. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The three successful students will be chosen by their high schools – NDSS, Ernestown Secondary School (ESS), and NAEC. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Karlee Hickey, ESS</strong></b><br><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Abby Kelsey, NDSS</strong></b><br><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Chloe Mazurski, NAEC </strong></b></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ross and Helen Oliver Student Award </span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This award is made possible through the donation of John and David Oliver in loving memory of their father, Ross and mother, Helen. The Olivers were both passionate about education and its amazing platform that helps shape the future and personal growth of our young people. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students must be attending NDSS pursuing post-secondary education in the upcoming school year. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Abigail Misevicius</strong></b><br><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Nara Rickard </strong></b></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Val Brooks-McEwen Memorial Award </span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Established this year, 2026, in memory of Val Brooks-McEwen, recognizing 40 years of service at NDSS. Presented to a graduating NDSS student who exemplifies kindness, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to inclusion. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Lauryn Card</strong></b><br><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ellah Reynolds</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><br><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Congratulations to all scholarship winners!</strong></b></p>
2026-06-16 15:35:37.764 +0000 UTC
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Invitation for Applications External Members for the Audit Committee
<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Limestone District School Board is seeking community members with strong financial expertise and business acumen to serve as external members of its Audit Committee for a three‑year term beginning September 2026.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Audit Committee consists of three Trustees and two independent community members. Its mandate is to assist the Board of Trustees in fulfilling its governance and oversight responsibilities. Key areas of responsibility include:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Oversight of the financial reporting process</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Review of the internal control framework</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Monitoring risk management practices</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Evaluation of the performance of internal and external auditors</span></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Ensuring compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Committee meets three times per year. Orientation materials are provided to support new members in understanding the role and responsibilities of audit committees within the school board sector.</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Candidate Eligibility</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Applicants must meet the following criteria:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Demonstrated experience in accounting, senior financial management, or relevant business fields, with the ability to understand public‑sector accounting and auditing standards.</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Must not be a current employee or officer of the Limestone District School Board or any other district school board or school authority.</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Must not have a parent, child, or spouse currently employed by the Limestone District School Board.</span></li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">How to Apply</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Qualified candidates are invited to submit a letter of interest and résumé by </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">4:00 p.m. on July 17, 2026</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> to:</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Roger Richard</strong></b><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Acting Executive Superintendent of Corporate and Staff Services</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">220 Portsmouth Ave.</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Kingston, ON K7M 0G2</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">E-mail: </span><a href="mailto: rrichard@limestone.on.ca" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">rrichard@limestone.on.ca</strong></b></a></p>
2026-06-16 14:17:54.875 +0000 UTC
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Pride Month Recognition in Limestone
<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Limestone District School Board (LDSB) Education Centre, along with schools across the district, is recognizing Pride Month in the KFL&A region by flying the Progress Pride Flag for the remainder of the school year.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Government of Canada notes that the manner in which the Canadian flag is displayed is not governed by legislation. The guidelines provided are not mandatory for individuals or organizations but are intended to offer general direction.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">After consultation and clarification from Heritage Canada and communication with trustees, LDSB schools with only one flagpole will fly the Progress Pride flag under the Canadian flag for the balance of this school year. Limestone’s goal will be to increase the number of schools with more than one flagpole and/or the addition of yardarms to existing flagpoles to display more than the Canadian flag. Until this goal is achieved, we will fly the Progress Pride flag under the Canadian flag at sites with only one flagpole.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Displaying the Progress Pride Flag is a way for LDSB to show support for the 2SLGBTQ+ community. This recognition does not diminish our respect for Canada’s national flag; rather, it reflects our commitment to ensuring that all students, staff, and families feel welcomed, valued, and respected in Limestone schools.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Flying the Progress Pride Flag is one example of how LDSB demonstrates its inclusive culture. As a publicly funded school board, we have both a legal and moral responsibility to create learning environments where everyone can see themselves reflected and feel a sense of belonging.</span></p>
2026-06-11 15:42:36.469 +0000 UTC
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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 culture and celebrate their commitment to this land.