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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>
2026-05-07 13:16:03.371 +0000 UTC
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Parent Council Pro Grant AI Presentation
<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">You are invited to a AI Presentation April 21st at 6:30 pm</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/2f695f7c-6af0-4aff-b68f-e2f4f91d9f8b?fingerprint=ppb20260413130616" alt="AI Presentation" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>
2026-04-13 12:59:25.248 +0000 UTC
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Graduating Class of 2026 Updates
<h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">April 10th 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></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Volunteer Hours to be considered for the new Minister's Certificate of Recognition must be submitted by </span></u><u><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday, April 16th.</strong></b></u><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></u><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Hours toward the 40 required for Graduation can still be submitted after this date. For more info: </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.limestone.on.ca%2Fnews%2Fvolunteer-hours-certificates-of-recognition-20260120161306&data=05%7C02%7Cgillespiet%40limestone.on.ca%7C5cfa16c168b84fbe27e508de9732615a%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639114439833692650%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=7kc1I1e2OXG0zPgPMnKMXZu6yfGAAzAuRYuLTEMj64o%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://www.limestone.on.ca/news/volunteer-hours-certificates-of-recognition-20260120161306</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;">Grad Photos</strong></b></u></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">For students who've missed their photo session or have not had their grad photos taken yet, Edge is having a photography event for you! </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Edge Imaging's Pop-Up Kingston photography event for grads is happening soon, so sign up today!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Capture 4 poses in a sash and gown (provided). Receive an emailed proof with codes to purchase your photos. Sit fee is $10 to be photographed. Feel free to bring a prop!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dates:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> April 11th & April 18th, 2026 from 9:00AM to 5:00PM</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Location:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Queen's Edge Imaging Portrait Studio (across from the AMS Media Centre)</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Address:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> 87 Union St., John Deutsch University Centre, 2nd Floor (Room 231) Kingston, ON</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">· Note: If the school has already approved the composite or submitted their yearbook, there could be a chance that we are unable to add you in. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fe1.envoke.com%2Fext%2Fclick%2Fgo%2Fe2b594dd2031537cd6f5c5df0c7b91f8%2F327d6b1f649c46bd24d69b44a4e30051%2Fba0c4b95c5c282156bd87371551f36d4&data=05%7C02%7Cgillespiet%40limestone.on.ca%7C5cfa16c168b84fbe27e508de9732615a%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639114439833727833%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=76mVvg%2FoQn6dRCddBUDrSczU8zalPD%2FFyp3cMcB7Tps%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://e1.envoke.com/ext/click/go/e2b594dd2031537cd6f5c5df0c7b91f8/327d6b1f649c46bd24d69b44a4e30051/ba0c4b95c5c282156bd87371551f36d4. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Sign up here to register for your photos! Once you click through the disclaimer, select BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT then type in your school code: KGG</strong></b></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;">Life After School Event - Thursday, April 23 at 5:45 - See attached flyer</strong></b></u></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">For students with an intellectual disability or autism spectrum disorder and their parents, caregivers and community services providers and school personnel </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"><u><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Full Disclosure Date</strong></b></u><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> - The LDSB Full Disclosure date for Semester 2 is May 15th. This means that you may withdraw from a course before this date and it will not appear on your transcript. After this date, the course cannot be removed from your transcript and your withdrawal or final mark will also appear. If you have any questions about your schedule, please reach out to a member of the </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fkss.limestone.on.ca%2Ffor_students%2Fstudent_services&data=05%7C02%7Cgillespiet%40limestone.on.ca%7C5cfa16c168b84fbe27e508de9732615a%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639114439833757417%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=hwngTRZJKR0MwJHodqE93qK5WUNZ6ZBLHXigRTexLzc%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://kss.limestone.on.ca/for_students/student_services. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">KSS Student Services team.</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"><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;">Post-Secondary Transitioning Support</strong></b></u></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Are you a student heading to a post-secondary school in Ontario and need accommodations? Check out the </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.transitionresourceguide.ca%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cgillespiet%40limestone.on.ca%7C5cfa16c168b84fbe27e508de9732615a%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639114439833783913%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=IPHuHOsTUh647s1aCS4w%2FIrP%2BtY3YT96ntbwc2Awj5o%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://www.transitionresourceguide.ca/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">transitionresourceguide.ca</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> to see if you are eligible for accommodations. You can also meet with Ms. Hale to discuss your plans and prepare for this transition. </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"><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;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Kingston Health Science Centre - Volunteer Recruitment - </strong></b><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fkingstonhsc.ca%2Fnews%2Fstudent-volunteer-recruitment-underway-khsc&data=05%7C02%7Cgillespiet%40limestone.on.ca%7C5cfa16c168b84fbe27e508de9732615a%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639114439833807381%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=hTu7ZIVftKK2xE4ATzbaQGUj4wjGTudJUbWGvWq3ZQY%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://kingstonhsc.ca/news/student-volunteer-recruitment-underway-khsc</span></a></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;">MS Walk - </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Event is Sunday, May 31</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>st</span></sup><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> - </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmscanada.ca%2Fvolunteer-opportunities-campaign%3Fname%3D2026-walk-ont-kingston-belleville%26id%3D701JR00000ZUPOTYA5&data=05%7C02%7Cgillespiet%40limestone.on.ca%7C5cfa16c168b84fbe27e508de9732615a%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639114439833840160%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=puiDuCtgVAOil2oL8QRFax%2FskF2g9CfydmZ76G6hNy4%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://mscanada.ca/volunteer-opportunities-campaign?name=2026-walk-ont-kingston-belleville&id=701JR00000ZUPOTYA5</span></a></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;">Tim Horton's Smile Cookie Decorating - </strong></b><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.cloud.microsoft%2FPages%2FResponsePage.aspx%3Fid%3DaAHzXeQ3m0GgQAEfwVTlVV4fiOxhOatNjyvQoPD374NUOVk3RjhYS05EUURTUUFOV1FHNk5RMzdHMS4u&data=05%7C02%7Cgillespiet%40limestone.on.ca%7C5cfa16c168b84fbe27e508de9732615a%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639114439833871617%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=2fB%2FzQQMtWBfS1X03KlfHjgvHwMfpcHkDihMftsoEd0%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=aAHzXeQ3m0GgQAEfwVTlVV4fiOxhOatNjyvQoPD374NUOVk3RjhYS05EUURTUUFOV1FHNk5RMzdHMS4u</span></a></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;">Kingston Defeats Depression Walk - </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Event is May 30th, sign up to volunteer by May 8</span><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>th</span></sup><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> at </span><a href="mailto:kingston@defeatdepression.ca" title="mailto:kingston@defeatdepression.ca" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">kingston@defeatdepression.ca</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;">Limestone Race Weekend - </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">April 25-26. Many different roles/duties, more info and volunteer registration here: </span><u><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></u><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.krra.org%2Fregister-for-limestone-race-weekend%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cgillespiet%40limestone.on.ca%7C5cfa16c168b84fbe27e508de9732615a%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639114439833898247%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=cvFKLnITtRJKH4h8FZ0nL%2BJuOrJXN%2BP4QD6mDwj9a2s%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://www.krra.org/register-for-limestone-race-weekend/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://www.krra.org/register-for-limestone-race-weekend/</strong></b></a></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;">Tiny Town Association -</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> more information can be found here: </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftinytownassociation.com%2Fstudent-volunteer-hours%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cgillespiet%40limestone.on.ca%7C5cfa16c168b84fbe27e508de9732615a%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639114439833925776%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=ycLjf5pPUNWJO0GJ%2BRdQz1Fi2KxkbySV%2Bqqw2ZobfbE%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://tinytownassociation.com/student-volunteer-hours/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://tinytownassociation.com/student-volunteer-hours/</span></a></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;">Kingstonist -</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> advertising volunteer roles. For more information contact the NextGen Coodinator- </span><a href="mailto:emily.wright@hometownist.com" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">emily.wright@hometownist.com</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;">KidsInclusive iCan Bike Program</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> - Volunteer registration: </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fkingstonhsc.ca1.qualtrics.com%2Fjfe%2Fform%2FSV_6RqxOmrMgp7sM5M%3FQ_CHL%3Dqr&data=05%7C02%7Cgillespiet%40limestone.on.ca%7C5cfa16c168b84fbe27e508de9732615a%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639114439833952424%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=b0dhUGybD8ivR0YzixV8K%2FlY9XwYuco0lYK%2FD%2B6Tnt0%3D&reserved=0" title="https://kingstonhsc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6RqxOmrMgp7sM5M?Q_CHL=qr" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://kingstonhsc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6RqxOmrMgp7sM5M?Q_CHL=qr</span></a></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;">Inclusive Play Project </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">- Looking for volunteers for fundraiser taking place end of April/beginning of May. Raising money for our community's first inclusive and accessible playground. Please contact Marci McMullen for more details: </span><a href="mailto:marci.mcmullen@gmail.com" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">marci.mcmullen@gmail.com</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;">Upcoming Post-Secondary Visits</strong></b></u></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">April 13th - Western University</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> - Monday, April 13th from 11 -12 location TBD</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"><u><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">St. Lawrence College - Spring Open House</strong></b></u></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Kingston campus on April 18th. More details can be found here:</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.stlawrencecollege.ca%2Fopen-house&data=05%7C02%7Cgillespiet%40limestone.on.ca%7C5cfa16c168b84fbe27e508de9732615a%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639114439833987733%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=K1Tc0ikGnZyMgBObwr3jwt72Isx64jiaO51suAk%2B74k%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://www.stlawrencecollege.ca/open-house. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://www.stlawrencecollege.ca/open-house</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Personal tours can also be booked here:</span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.stlawrencecollege.ca%2Fcampus%2Fcampus-tours&data=05%7C02%7Cgillespiet%40limestone.on.ca%7C5cfa16c168b84fbe27e508de9732615a%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639114439834027480%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=2ihLtpHsAOOxzqtLHlkxpoW6sXxFWDtPlS7AX7B47GI%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://www.stlawrencecollege.ca/campus/campus-tours. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://www.stlawrencecollege.ca/campus/campus-tours</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">For information about SLC programs, campus, residence fee, </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"><u><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Scholarship Opportunities</strong></b></u></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;">Future Generations Foundation -scholarship and funding opportunity </strong></b><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffgfoundation.ca%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cgillespiet%40limestone.on.ca%7C5cfa16c168b84fbe27e508de9732615a%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639114439834061085%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=FPTpO1eLr1XjJZHH%2F71o3%2BmvzkRSkkZiNJpDx2fwxZU%3D&reserved=0" title="https://fgfoundation.ca/" class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://fgfoundation.ca/</strong></b></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. Link to application:</span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffgfoundation.ca%2Fapply-for-funding%2Fadditional-supports-resources%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cgillespiet%40limestone.on.ca%7C5cfa16c168b84fbe27e508de9732615a%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639114439834098135%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Eor34Gc6ojqnivgBVVPS1kmFsrA07XGmVfnosZn7tzI%3D&reserved=0" title="https://fgfoundation.ca/apply-for-funding/additional-supports-resources/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://fgfoundation.ca/apply-for-funding/additional-supports-resources/</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;">Burgeon Construction Bursary - </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">For students working toward a qualification relevant to the construction industry at college, university, or trade school. See Ms. Rose in Student Services to pick up an application. </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;">Healthy Democracy Student Leadership Award - Due May 25</strong></b><b><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><strong class="editor-text-bold">th</strong></sup></b><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> - </strong></b><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.opsba.org%2Faward%2Fhealthy-democracy-student-leadership-award%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cgillespiet%40limestone.on.ca%7C5cfa16c168b84fbe27e508de9732615a%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639114439834123874%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Aex9mqt%2FgOaW78dedK8q6Z8Cg5G4sQhA3No5Q3ikLbQ%3D&reserved=0" title="https://www.opsba.org/award/healthy-democracy-student-leadership-award/" class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://www.opsba.org/award/healthy-democracy-student-leadership-award/</strong></b></a></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;">Landscape Ontario Horticultural Trades Association Upper Canada Chapter - ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS - </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">see flyer attached to this email</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;">Pittsburgh Township Community Benefit Fund - Due April 30 -</strong></b><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcbf.org%2Fscholarships-grants%2Fscholarships%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cgillespiet%40limestone.on.ca%7C5cfa16c168b84fbe27e508de9732615a%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639114439834164074%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=boQuSAHD9srH3obatdi84G0K%2B4tX3exD5hclVmAD8m0%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: http://www.pcbf.org/scholarships-grants/scholarships/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">http://www.pcbf.org/scholarships-grants/scholarships/</strong></b></a></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;">Don McBain Memorial Award </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">- for Indigenous students in their first year of post-secondary studies - </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ontarioaboriginalhousing.ca%2Fprograms%2Fdon-mcbain-memorial-award&data=05%7C02%7Cgillespiet%40limestone.on.ca%7C5cfa16c168b84fbe27e508de9732615a%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639114439834202306%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=DR8WiOET%2FAcNhNQl%2FIT4AywETUU%2BIGsmcO1KpB18RJ0%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://www.ontarioaboriginalhousing.ca/programs/don-mcbain-memorial-award. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://www.ontarioaboriginalhousing.ca/programs/don-mcbain-memorial-award</span></a></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;">Schulich Builders Scholarship -</strong></b><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fschulichbuilders.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cgillespiet%40limestone.on.ca%7C5cfa16c168b84fbe27e508de9732615a%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639114439834244963%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=KwPF%2FU7P%2Fk0Pw4uW0C2hKiqVbOGuR%2B0CgT7TPc0SuDk%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://schulichbuilders.com/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://schulichbuilders.com/</strong></b></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Please stop by student servcices for more information.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Michael Harris Youth Award - for Newcomers and First Generation students - </strong></b><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fkeys.ca%2Fmichael-harris-youth-award%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cgillespiet%40limestone.on.ca%7C5cfa16c168b84fbe27e508de9732615a%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639114439834285242%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=w5YyBCDQZDWdSHPDnUHnQcPPr4TGB56wT%2BTW64ETRro%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://keys.ca/michael-harris-youth-award/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://keys.ca/michael-harris-youth-award/</strong></b></a><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> - Application due April 3rd</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Additional scholarship opportunities can be explored at </em></i><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fscholarshipscanada.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cgillespiet%40limestone.on.ca%7C5cfa16c168b84fbe27e508de9732615a%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639114439834328100%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=I4crhBvCZml4YSUlVBxAG8S5mSWiVAyha3M0CUUNqsE%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: http://scholarshipscanada.com/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">scholarshipscanada.com</em></i></a><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> and </em></i><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fyconic.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cgillespiet%40limestone.on.ca%7C5cfa16c168b84fbe27e508de9732615a%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639114439834369688%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=idEKybATmOvThL9LXTV4HriYxC7bcL1hQp3aaCH%2BTVA%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: http://yconic.com/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">yconic.com.</em></i></a><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> If you require a reference letter, it is appropriate to reach out to your referee 2-3 weeks in advance to provide time for a letter to be written. </em></i><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;">Other Opportunities</strong></b></u></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Summer Company Program - Kingston Economic Development </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Summer Company is a funded entrepreneurial initiative that supports motivated students in launching and running their own business over the summer months. Through the program, students gain hands-on business experience, mentorship, training, and up to $3,000 to help cover start-up costs.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">I am reaching out to you because of your business/career-oriented teachable in the public board. I am looking to discuss how we can share this incredible opportunity with your students. I am happy to conduct one on one meetings for those who may be interested. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Here are all the details of this provincially funded grant.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Program Highlights: Open to students aged 15–29, business training and mentorship, funding to support start-up costs, practical skills and community connections</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Important Dates: Application Deadline: April 24, 2026. For more information please contact Josh Bowry at </span><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">bowry</span></u><a href="mailto:solorio@investkingston.ca" title="mailto:solorio@investkingston.ca" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">@investkingston.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;">Kingston Police - Youth in Police Initiative - Applications now open - </strong></b></u><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.kingstonpolice.ca%2Fnews-and-community%2Fevents-and-engagement%2Fyouth-in-policing-initiative%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwdGRjcAQVppBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEe3zyw_LP6v6JVspNUI7EmFvM7jEZMyqyNVFIOLNk240_LVFhQ6fLrakNjj_w_aem_h2-GxuYHPzkr2bqxoeSdWA&data=05%7C02%7Cgillespiet%40limestone.on.ca%7C5cfa16c168b84fbe27e508de9732615a%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639114439834409814%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=d7pgDP0uMBkkSWs47YUEgB5ztDtG1JSWW7xbeuu4RGI%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://www.kingstonpolice.ca/news-and-community/events-and-engagement/youth-in-policing-initiative/?fbclid=IwdGRjcAQVppBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEe3zyw_LP6v6JVspNUI7EmFvM7jEZMyqyNVFIOLNk240_LVFhQ6fLrakNjj_w_aem_h2-GxuY" class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://www.kingstonpolice.ca/news-and-community/events-and-engagement/youth-in-policing-initiative/?fbclid=IwdGRjcAQVppBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEe3zyw_LP6v6JVspNUI7EmFvM7jEZMyqyNVFIOLNk240_LVFhQ6fLrakNjj_w_aem_h2-GxuYHPzkr2bqxoeSdW</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;">OCAD - </strong></b></u><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">OCAD is continuing to accept late applications for Fall 2026. Programs will remain open until they fill. Use this link to connect with someone from OCAD</span><u><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> one-on-one </strong></b></u><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fapply.ocadu.ca%2Fportal%2FUG1to1apps&data=05%7C02%7Cgillespiet%40limestone.on.ca%7C5cfa16c168b84fbe27e508de9732615a%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639114439834455815%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=EBXTMhFicbxyQZiWGyvBJgqN9mA9a%2FVr6A0AYmJr5XU%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://apply.ocadu.ca/portal/UG1to1apps. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://apply.ocadu.ca/portal/UG1to1apps</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;">Carleton University - Enriched Support Program (ESP) </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">- </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A full-time first year program designed for students who may not meet traditional entrance requirements. ESP provides an opportunity to take first-year courses with academic support, helping students qualify for degree programs in Arts and Social Sciences, Business, Computer-Science, Engineering or Science. Deadline to apply is June 15. For more information: </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcarleton.ca%2Fesp%2Fprogram%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cgillespiet%40limestone.on.ca%7C5cfa16c168b84fbe27e508de9732615a%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639114439834503291%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=YeDQh8c6jOObiSHnq56bHQs1s9Wjqs05iztbT2dNBkw%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://carleton.ca/esp/program/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://carleton.ca/esp/program/</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>
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View All NewsLimestone Students Shine at the 2026 Ontario Skills Competition
<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone District School Board students showcased their outstanding skills and talent at the 2026 Skills Ontario Competition, held in Toronto on May 4 and 5, 2026.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Skills Ontario Competition offers a unique opportunity for top students from across the province to demonstrate that they are truly the best in their field. Over two and a half days, competitors impress educators, family members, friends, and potential employers through hands-on, real‑world challenges. Medalists are awarded gold, silver, or bronze medals, with some also receiving monetary awards and the opportunity to advance to the Skills Canada National Competition, and potentially the WorldSkills Competition.</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone District School Board Participation and Results</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone students returned home with an impressive showing across elementary, secondary, and post‑secondary categories:</span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Elementary Competition</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone District School Board had 16 Elementary Students attend Skills Ontario in the areas of:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Construction</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Horticulture and Landscaping</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">VEX Robotics</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Lego Mechanics</span></li></ul><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Secondary Competition</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In secondary Limestone District School Board had representation in the following competitions:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Coding</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Electrical Installations</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Plumbing</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Carpentry - Team - Team of 2</span></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Vex V5 Robotics - Team of 4</span></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Culinary Arts</span></li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Graphic Design - Presentation</span></li><li value="8" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Hairstyling</span></li><li value="9" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Photography</span></li><li value="10" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Prepared Speech</span></li><li value="11" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Home and Team Building - Team of 4</span></li><li value="12" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Auto Collision Repair</span></li><li value="13" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Auto Painting</span></li><li value="14" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Auto Service Technology</span></li><li value="15" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Cabinetmaking</span></li><li value="16" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Outdoor Powered Equipment</span></li><li value="17" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Welding</span></li><li value="18" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Baking</span></li><li value="19" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Computer Aided Manufacturing</span></li></ul><h4 class="editor-heading-h4"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Secondary Results:</span></h4><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Gold – Computer Aided Manufacturing:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Jacob O’Reilly</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Silver – Home and Team Building (Team of 4):</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;">Quinn Sproule</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Clarke Lemke</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Parker Beeg</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Jasper Keller</span></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Bryden Thibodeau (competed with the team at Limestone Skills Competition)</span></li></ul></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Bronze – Auto Painting:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Amanda Neddow</span></li></ul><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Post‑Secondary Competition</span></h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Gold:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Alisha Haaksman</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Congratulations to all competitors, educators, and programs involved for their dedication, preparation, and commitment to excellence. Limestone is proud to see students thrive, demonstrate their skills, and represent the board so well on the provincial stage.</span></p>
2026-05-12 13:29:30.368 +0000 UTC
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Remembering Trustee Jim Neill
<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Limestone District School Board is deeply saddened by the passing of Trustee Jim Neill, who served as a Trustee since 2022. Jim passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2026.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">During his time on the Board, Trustee Neill demonstrated a commitment to public education and to supporting the work of the Board in service of students, families, and communities across Limestone. He was a long-time educator in the Upper Canada District School Board, as well as a served for multiple terms as a City of Kingston Councillor. We are grateful for the contributions he made as a Trustee.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We extend our sincere condolences to Trustee Neill’s family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">“We are saddened by the passing of Trustee Jim Neill,” said Board Chair Karen McGregor. “Jim brought a thoughtful presence to the Board and a genuine interest in public education. We are grateful for his service as a Trustee and extend our heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones.”</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As a mark of respect, the LDSB Education Centre (Board Office), as well as Kingston Secondary School and its family of schools, will fly their flags at half-mast until end of day on Wednesday, May 6, 2026.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Trustee Jim Neill’s </span><a href="https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/48232322/james-frederick-neill" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">obituary is available online.</span></a></p>
2026-04-30 13:42:40.624 +0000 UTC
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Upcoming Family Engagement and Climate Survey
<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Limestone District School Board is inviting families to take part in the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Family Engagement and Climate Survey</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. This survey gives families an opportunity to share their experiences with their student’s school and with the school board.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The feedback helps us understand what is working well and where we can improve. It also supports schools and school councils in building welcoming, safe, and supportive school communities.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The survey includes questions about:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">How schools communicate and share information</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Whether families feel welcome, included, and connected</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Barriers to taking part in school activities, such as time, childcare, language, accessibility, or cost</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Safety and bullying, including reporting and follow‑up</span></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Licensed Before and After School Programs, including questions to help inform future planning</span></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Some questions ask about family background to help us better understand different experiences across our communities</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Participation is </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">voluntary and anonymous</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. Families may skip any questions they choose. No names or identifying information are collected. Results are shared only as grouped summaries and are used to support learning, planning, and improvement at the board, school, and school council levels.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The survey will be open from May 1 to May 11 and will be available online. Families will receive an e-mail on May 1 with a link to the survey. </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Paper copies will also be available at your school’s administrative office starting May 1.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The survey was developed with input from families and advisory committees, including the Parent Involvement Committee, to reflect a wide range of perspectives. Families are encouraged to </span><a href="https://youtu.be/kKxSsDtggew" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">watch this short video about the survey.</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you for sharing your voice and helping strengthen our schools and school communities.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Patty Gollogly</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Associate Superintendent of Curriculum & Program Services: School Climate & Community Engagement</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone District School Board</span></p>
2026-04-23 20:30:53.848 +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.