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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" 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>
2026-04-08 14:55:59.579 +0000 UTC
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<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><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" dir="ltr"><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" dir="ltr"><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><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><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></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><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></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><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></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><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></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><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%7C272d358054fe4698f09808de88eb3291%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639098741034132872%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Zf1MI27noyF4Z14QKvpo7N15Ae4egwaIiNsh2nzOvq0%3D&reserved=0" 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>
2026-03-23 13:49:24.934 +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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<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dear Families,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As we enter the spring season and final third of the school year, we are reminded of this season’s promise of renewal and growth, and the key role schools and families have together in supporting student learning and well-being. This time of </span><a href="about:blank" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">year</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> brings many opportunities for learning both inside and outside of the classroom, along with the return of outdoor extracurricular activities. While this week has been very wet and rainy, the warmer temperatures of spring are upon us. I would like to take this opportunity to share a few important updates with you:</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">P.A. Day – Friday, April 17</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A reminder to families that tomorrow, Friday, April 17, is a P.A. Day. There will be no classes for students, and we look forward to welcoming them back to school on Monday.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Family Engagement and Climate Survey – Coming in May</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In early May, Limestone will be inviting families to take part in a Family Engagement and Climate Survey. The optional survey is anonymous, and families can choose which questions they want to answer.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The survey asks about topics such as feeling connected to school, family involvement, safety and bullying, communication, before- and after-school programming, and how technology like artificial intelligence is used in schools.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The feedback shared through this survey helps schools and the school board understand what is working well, what could improve, and what may make it harder for some families to take part. Your feedback helps strengthen communication, support student well-being, and improve school experiences for everyone.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">More information will be shared leading up to the survey being live in early May. </span><a href="https://youtu.be/kKxSsDtggew" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Families are encouraged to watch a short video</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> featuring Senior Staff and a Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) Co-Chair, who share more about the Family Engagement and Climate Survey and why family voice is so important.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Human Rights Information</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Launched in October 2022, the Limestone’s Student Human Rights Reporting Tool provides a way for students, families, caregivers, and staff to report human rights concerns involving LDSB students, including matters related to discrimination and harassment. Reviewing and analyzing this information helps support safe, welcoming, and inclusive school environments and supports the board’s obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code. The </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/dff6803b-6f2d-4d36-a758-68758a63ceb3/2026-04-09-Student-Human-Rights-Data-Summary-for-2024-2025.pdf" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Student Human Rights Reports – 2024-2025 Summary is now available online</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> and can be accessed by families. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Student Census 2025 Update</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In November 2025, Limestone completed the See Yourself in Limestone: Student Census 2025, a voluntary and confidential survey that helps us better understand students’ identities and school experiences. The findings support planning and decision-making that promotes equity, well being, and student success across Limestone schools. An overview of the Student Census 2025 was presented to the Board of Trustees at last night’s board meeting. Families are encouraged to </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/news/see-yourself-in-limestone-2025-student-census-update-20260416133605" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">visit the Limestone District School Board website to review the full Student Census summary</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> and learn more about how student voice is helping shape our work.</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;">Mental Health Supports Available for Students</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In response to tragic events, locally or globally, students may experience a wide range of emotions, including sadness, confusion, worry, or questions about what they may be hearing from others. Students may react in different ways depending on their age, experiences, and how connected they feel to the situation. With time, reassurance, and support from caring adults, these reactions often ease.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We encourage families to keep lines of communication open at home, to invite questions, and to offer reassurance as needed. If you have concerns about your student or would like support, please refer to the following resources:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://smho-smso.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Supporting-your-childs-well-being.pdf" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Supporting Your Child’s Well-being</span></a></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://smho-smso.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Caring-for-yourself-while-caring-for-others.pdf" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Caring for yourself while caring for others: A parent’s guide to self-care</span></a></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://smho-smso.ca/parents-and-caregivers/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">By Your Side</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> (parent/caregiver resources to support mental health learning)</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://maltbycentre.ca/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Maltby Centre</span></a></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://onestoptalk.ca/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">One Stop Talk</span></a></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://kidshelpphone.ca/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Kids Help Phone</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> (Call 1-800-668-6868 or Text “Connect” to 686868)</span></li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://211ontario.ca/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">2-1-1 Ontario</span></a></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you are worried about your student’s immediate safety, or the safety of others, please seek urgent assistance by calling 9-1-1, your local mobile crisis service (613-354-7388), or by going to the nearest emergency department.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you for your continued support of Limestone schools and their communities. Your partnership, feedback, and engagement play an important role in strengthening student learning and well-being across Limestone. Limestone staff remain committed to collaborating with families to create safe, inclusive, and supportive school communities where every student can learn and see themselves in Limestone.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Krishna Burra</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Director of Education</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>
2026-04-16 20:30:19.127 +0000 UTC
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Neurovibes Celebrates Neurodiversity April 29, 2026
<h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A vibrant event celebrating neurodiversity with inspiring talks, creative spaces, and an inclusive community experience.</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Now entering its third year, Neurovibes is a community event celebrating neurodiversity through engaging talks, creativity, and connection.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Attendees can hear from inspiring speakers, explore interactive spaces, and connect with community partners and vendors in a welcoming, inclusive environment. The event is designed to support different sensory needs while bringing people together to learn, share, and celebrate neurodivergent experiences.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">When: April 29, 2026, 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. (Doors open at 4:00 p.m.)</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Where: Queen's Biosciences Complex, 116 Barrie Street, Kingston</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Register now at: </strong></b><a href="https://bit.ly/Neurovibes2026%20" class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">bit.ly/Neurovibes2026</strong></b></a><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</strong></b></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><br></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/0d9fba3e-4cf2-480e-973b-7617e4932a7f" alt="Neurovibes 2026 Poster" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p>
2026-04-16 16:10:44.021 +0000 UTC
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Reminder: Equal Consideration Deadline for SHSM Applications – March 27, 2026
<p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students and families are reminded that the equal consideration deadline for Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) </span><a href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Xxb04a7rgk2nPKDeWTgwvh8EISEOpXRHkjVBXD0LbfFUMkhHWDlRS0tBSEdQSjdWT1dBWFpaMEI2Si4u" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">program applications</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> is March 27, 2026. While SHSM applications are accepted on a continuous basis, students who apply by this date will be considered first and notified by April 24, 2026.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The SHSM is a specialized program for Grades 11 and 12 students that allows them to focus their learning on a specific economic sector while meeting all requirements for an Ontario Secondary School Diploma. The program includes industry-recognized certifications, a two-credit cooperative education placement, and hands-on experiential learning, with successful completion recognized by a red seal on the diploma.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The </span><a href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Xxb04a7rgk2nPKDeWTgwvh8EISEOpXRHkjVBXD0LbfFUMkhHWDlRS0tBSEdQSjdWT1dBWFpaMEI2Si4u" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">online application takes approximately four minutes to complete</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Learn more about SHSM on the </span><a href="https://expandedopportunities.limestone.on.ca/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LDSB Expanded Opportunities website</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p>
2026-03-12 19:47:22.881 +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.