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<img src="/images/343777ec-280a-441d-8506-815fffb318e5" alt="aart" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">In response to a tragic event, your student 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. We encourage families to keep lines of communication open at home, to invite questions, and to share reassurance as needed. If you have concerns about your student or would like support over the March Break, please refer to the following resources: <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsmho-smso.ca%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F01%2FSupporting-your-childs-well-being.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cbathp-StaffServices%40limestoneschools.onmicrosoft.com%7C2730fbb36dd245f7c10808de838a2ee7%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639092826669377405%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=HBxvDdTCXaM0A1N%2B2S1%2BdClfTjowP4fWvosffSPhkK4%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" title="Original URL: https://smho-smso.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Supporting-your-childs-well-being.pdf. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">Supporting Your Child’s Well-being</a> </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsmho-smso.ca%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F01%2FCaring-for-yourself-while-caring-for-others.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cbathp-StaffServices%40limestoneschools.onmicrosoft.com%7C2730fbb36dd245f7c10808de838a2ee7%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639092826669402818%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=n9k6dEMOvv1rktZFWB7YWd%2FYDTNhbxCqf4wreYg%2FHck%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" title="Original URL: https://smho-smso.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Caring-for-yourself-while-caring-for-others.pdf. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">Caring for yourself while caring for others: A parent’s guide to self-care</a> </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsmho-smso.ca%2Fparents-and-caregivers%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cbathp-StaffServices%40limestoneschools.onmicrosoft.com%7C2730fbb36dd245f7c10808de838a2ee7%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639092826669417595%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=qW%2FDb8slL4PrJobxwi5etnkcQV06KazEH%2BoCwGBXVb8%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" title="Original URL: https://smho-smso.ca/parents-and-caregivers/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">By Your Side</a> (parent/caregiver resources to support mental health learning) </li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmaltbycentre.ca%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cbathp-StaffServices%40limestoneschools.onmicrosoft.com%7C2730fbb36dd245f7c10808de838a2ee7%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639092826669431789%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=7BjaVXeL2xa37lqYrA5UNlgiRkOv3VNlCmy7YKdlbLY%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" title="Original URL: https://maltbycentre.ca/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">Maltby Centre</a> </li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fonestoptalk.ca%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cbathp-StaffServices%40limestoneschools.onmicrosoft.com%7C2730fbb36dd245f7c10808de838a2ee7%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639092826669447652%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=9K6BXCRnRD0xwbu8heuJQUlJA1caVpLzGCr7mWMa1bA%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" title="Original URL: https://onestoptalk.ca/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">One Stop Talk</a> </li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fkidshelpphone.ca%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cbathp-StaffServices%40limestoneschools.onmicrosoft.com%7C2730fbb36dd245f7c10808de838a2ee7%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639092826669483688%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=%2F7ct4RtUy1ThMWsMm%2BvkW7OU9va%2FqZ4AGWg1IUGkXTw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" title="Original URL: https://kidshelpphone.ca/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">Kids Help Phone</a> (Call 1-800-668-6868 or Text “Connect” to 686868)  </li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2F211ontario.ca%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cbathp-StaffServices%40limestoneschools.onmicrosoft.com%7C2730fbb36dd245f7c10808de838a2ee7%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639092826669503282%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=eQgjhlOouSB4O9CjtBmckj3sT280XiODh5z8AkfEonc%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" title="Original URL: https://211ontario.ca/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">2-1-1 Ontario</a> </li></ul>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. Thank you for your care, compassion, and understanding as we support one another through this difficult time.   Private Counselling can also be arranged through <a href="https://www.crnckingston.ca/resolve-counselling-services-canada" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Resolve Counselling Services Canada</a><img src="/images/1833c434-fd84-4e20-85d0-2e597cc0b0d7" alt="Crisis Services Handout" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/a7a8395c-2763-44ab-a033-9ce30b6cc998" alt="Maltby11" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> We hope that everyone has a restful March Break. We are excited for the learning ahead.Jean Paquin - Principal & Kevin Collins - Vice Principal<a href="mailto:paquinj@limestone.on.ca" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">paquinj@limestone.on.ca</a> ; <a href="https://collinsk@limestone.on.ca/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">collinsk@limestone.on.ca</a> <hr><img src="/images/afdec79e-7256-4382-ba33-72452d96ee01" alt="logo" width="101" height="101" style="width:101px;height:101px;display:inline-block;float:left">Bath Spirit WearLooking to buy Bath spirit wear? T-shirts, sweatshirts, colour house shirts and other swag is available on the online store. Order now to ensure it arrives in time for the holidays. <a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/bathps/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://specialtytrophies.ca/bathps/</a><hr><img src="/images/c4c8f74c-f23b-48bd-b67f-2ca234aa9c44" alt="week ahead" width="175" height="175" style="width:175px;height:175px;display:inline-block;float:right">This week...Monday, March 23 (Day 4) <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">GYM Jump rope club  11:10-11:30 </li></ul>Tuesday, March 24 (Day 5)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Grade 7 and 8 immunization clinic </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Lego robotics in the pit first recess </li></ul>Wednesday, March 25 (Day 1)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Lego robotics in the pit 2nd recess </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Knitting Club in Library 1st recess </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">SAC Meeting 6:30 in Library - no babysitting this meeting</li></ul>Thursday, March 26 (Day 2)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Indigenous puppet show for Primary 2:00-3:00 STEM Adventures: Beaver Builders! </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Data Day – Hay, Sparrow Paquin </li></ul>Friday, March 27 (Day 3)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Indigenous Student Leadership Team 9:30-11:00 </li></ul> Coming Up....Mar 30 - Hay/Boutilier to Gould LakeMar 31 - Gr 5/6 to Bath Library –11:30-1:00 Apr 3 - Good FridayApr 6 - Easter MondayApr 7-10 Spring Book FairApr 10 - Grade 3 Swim to Survive 10:30 to 11:30amApr 14 - Hay/DaCosta –Bath Library  Apr 17 - PA DayApr 20 - Cyber presentation 6:30-8:00 for parents  <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">A PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online. </a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967" alt="2025 2026 LDSB School Year Calendar" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">School Day Schedule</h2> <table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Time</a></h2></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Learning block</a></h2></th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">8:55 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Supervision begins on the yard</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">9:10 to 10:50 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">10:50 to 11:30 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Recess and nutrition break</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">11:30 a.m. to 1:10 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block </a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">1:10 to 1:50 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Recess and nutrition break</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">1:50 to 3:30 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">3:30 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Dismissal</a></h2></td></tr></tbody></table> <hr> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Registration for Kindergarten is now open</h2> Discover Kindergarten in Limestone. We can't wait to meet our newest Knights! More information can be found here: <a href="https://limestone.cmdesign.imagineeverything.com/discover_kindergarten" class="editor-link">Discover Kindergarten</a><iframe data-lexical-video-id="1e0spaIrnis" width="640" height="480" src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/1e0spaIrnis" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="true" title="Youtube video"></iframe> <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/2b061fdc-99ce-491d-b5dc-6db326a7e36f" alt="development" width="453" height="236" style="width:453px;height:236px;display:inline-block"></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Human Development and Sexual Health</h2> As part of LDSB's commitment to ongoing transparency and communication with families, please follow the link to <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.limestone.on.ca%252Fdocuments%252Fb76e663d-3389-4d8e-988b-8dd34f03e071%252FForm-325-D-List-of-H-D-and-S-H-Instruction-Expectations-by-Grade.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%2540limestone.on.ca%7Cd8e986523c2748085d7c08ddeecf4b2d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638929296269894059%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%253D%253D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=5HLfSENPJ%252BbQSdaQ63UN%252FwrANWjHG925qEp1I32LNmI%253D&reserved=0" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Form 325-D</a> on the LDSB website. It outlines the Human Development and Sexual Health curriculum expectations for Grades 1-8.  Families can request to have their child or children exempted from instruction related to Human Development and Sexual Health expectations by completing and returning an exemption form for each child (<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.limestone.on.ca%252Fdocuments%252Faf26a5ef-1a97-4814-ab57-f365e0d6b6bb%252FForm-325-B-Exemption-Letter-Parent-Request.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%2540limestone.on.ca%7Cd8e986523c2748085d7c08ddeecf4b2d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638929296269902945%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%253D%253D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=G0ac7QdQcYMmDwk3auq%252B4YrZTL0Z6OSMABGZkkoYA%252BM%253D&reserved=0" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Form 325-B</a>) five school days before the start of instruction. Prior to instruction, your child's classroom teacher will inform parents/guardians when the expectations related to the Human Development and Sexual Health expectations in Strand D will be covered. For a more detailed overview of this process, please refer to Administrative Procedure 325: Exemption From Human Development and Sexual Health Instruction (listed under the Policies and Procedures section of the LDSB website), or contact the school.<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/77143b36-64d5-4f80-a9f2-cf2bf339fb88" alt="Nut Free School" width="326" height="466" style="width:326px;height:466px;display:inline-block"></a><img src="/images/31c66f06-c2c7-4ef1-8d8d-2e2e7505b3ff" alt="stay informed" width="173" height="173" style="width:173px;height:173px;display:inline-block;float:left">Information SharingEach Sunday, Bath P.S. will send home a link to this weekly newsletter (Knights News) including information about the week ahead along with other information about upcoming events, our School Council, volunteer opportunities and more. However, LDSB also has a range of other communication tools to help you stay informed.To help users become more familiar with these new tools, please refer to these user guides:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/07694697-349d-51ff-a42c-a05550bd4f28/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20for%20setting%20up%20a%20School%20Messenger%20App%20Account.pdf" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Set up a SchoolMessenger App account</a><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/07694697-349d-51ff-a42c-a05550bd4f28/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20for%20setting%20up%20a%20School%20Messenger%20App%20Account.pdf" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">: </a> set up your account, review your contact information and communication preferences, join teacher-instant messaging groups, and view all your alerts and messages in one place. -Video Tutorial</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/2bd745c8-1a32-525b-80cd-cd974c6f6058/Using%20the%20SchoolMessenger%20App%20for%20SafeArrival.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Report a student absence:</a> set up your account, report and explain student absences in advance. - Video tutorial</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/48bbc50b-373e-5019-ae1d-7a37c047b5a4/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Communicate%20broadcast%20tool.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Use the Communicate broadcast tool:</a> choose how you will receive alerts including how to opt-in for text messaging. - Video tutorial</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/56167561-f5db-5914-b801-10584900d3ea/Parent%20&%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Board%20mobile%20app.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Use the Board mobile app:</a> how to choose your schools, see your messages and report and review student absences. - Video tutorial</li></ul><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/321bfdb0-7b47-449b-860d-9689704f8a34" alt="insurance" width="135" height="153" style="width:135px;height:153px;display:inline-block;float:left"></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Student Accident Insurance</h3>The Limestone District School Board requires that students have student accident insurance in order to participate in extra-curricular activities. Before students will be allowed to participate in these events, parents/guardians must confirm their own coverage for items not covered under the Provincial Health Plan, or purchase an insurance plan. Each year a Student Accident Insurance Plan is made available to all students on a voluntary basis. The plan provides protection for dental damage due to accidents, fracture benefits and other important coverage, which are not covered under the Provincial Health Plan. Some parents may have dental plan coverage through their workplace but many of these plans are limited in one way or another, while this accident coverage is not. You should compare plans to make sure you have the coverage you need or desire.In making this plan available, the Board wishes to make its position clear in the matter of insurance. Under the Education Act, the Board is not permitted to provide insurance coverage for accidents to pupils, therefore, the Board recommends consideration of this plan to any parent who wishes to obtain this kind of insurance. Although the policy has all the advantages of a group plan, it is essentially a direct contract between the parent and the insurance company.A family plan is also available for three or more students which permits the enrolment of students in the family who are attending schools outside the jurisdiction of this Board as long as at least one child in the family is attending a school within the Limestone District School Board.If you wish to subscribe to this insurance, you may do so by completing the form handed out to students the first week of school and mailing it directly to Reliable Life Insurance Company in the stamped envelope provided. Or, for your convenience, you may purchase directly online at <a href="https://insuremykids.com/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">www.insuremykids.com.</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/8da2fba9-5e33-4313-86f2-2822afc47153" alt="SAC" width="194" height="178" style="width:194px;height:178px;display:inline-block"></a>Bath School Advisory CouncilOur fabulous parent council is looking for new members! If you would like to be a part of this great team, please come to our next meeting date is March 25th at 6:30. We are looking forward to meeting in the library. Please let us know if you can make it and if you will require childcare. We are pleased to be able to provide it during the meeting for those who require it.School Trips and VolunteersThroughout the year, we may ask for parent/guardian volunteers on school trips or for various classroom and school activities. The wait time for obtaining a CPIC (background check with vulnerable sector screening) can be lengthy. As such, if you think you would be willing to assist with a trip or school event in the future, please consider obtaining a CPIC with vulnerable sector screening completed, beforehand.<a href="https://www.opp.ca/index.php?id=147&lng=en" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Link to OPP Criminal Background Checks</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/304d9c00-8dec-4ea7-8b9f-bc3b1b4b7f74" alt="self identify" width="194" height="157" style="width:194px;height:157px;display:inline-block;float:left">Indigenous Student Leadership Team</h3> Liv Rondeau and Rae McDonald will be coming to work with the Indigenous Student Leadership Team (Gr. 3-8) on the following dates from 9:30 - 11:30: September 26th, October 30th, November 28th, December 19th, January 27, February 27th, March 27th, April 24th, May 28th, June 19th They will be working on a mural to showcase the importance of reconciliation and indigenous ways of knowing, as well year-long land-based programing. If we have missed anyone who self-identifies as Indigenous and would like to be a part of this group, please let us know.<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"></a><img src="/images/109ed47d-ecc5-49fe-9030-e9e6de565621" alt="triboard poster" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Opportunities for Students and Families</h2> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3"> </h3><img src="/images/55086dc8-8534-43a0-a6c3-e89804b65b86" alt="CNOY 26 Promo Poster" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><img src="/images/53dd6935-3eea-4ec1-94ef-db034709405c" alt="2025 10 20 Child due Routine Immunizations newsletter insert" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></h3><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"></a><img src="/images/833fbc0c-b7a4-45ec-8f12-c8940eb134c0" alt="Getting to school Elementary 1 " width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/6633642d-5a23-401f-97e7-60e6265a046c" alt="Immunization" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/1cc9f23c-3196-5454-9c6a-e77a276bf992" alt="" width="138" height="138" style="width:138px;height:138px;display:inline-block;float:left">Mabel's LabelsWant to keep track of your child's idems and generate funds for our school? Click on the link below to order Mabel's Lables. Simply order their personalized labels online and our school receives 20% back on every purchase! Orders are shipped out directly to parents FREE.<a href="https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/</a> <hr><img src="/images/b286f597-ecb0-4130-9656-2545d5f87622" alt="Land Acknowledgement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

2026-03-22 17:37:15.511 +0000 UTC

Knights News - March 23 - 27

<img src="/images/343777ec-280a-441d-8506-815fffb318e5" alt="aart" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Dear Bath Families,It has been a hard week but we have been strengthened by each other's support and from our community. As our school community processes a recent event, it is normal for students and adults to experience a range of emotions and to have questions about what they may be hearing. Students may react in different ways depending on their age, experiences, and how connected they feel to the situation. These responses are common. With time, reassurance, and support from caring adults, these reactions often ease. Children may have questions or may hear different versions of what happened from peers or online. Keeping lines of communication open and inviting your child to share their thoughts or questions can help them feel supported. The following strategies may be helpful in talking with your child :<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Plan conversations rather than reacting in the moment</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Use supportive language and listen to your child</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Validate feelings and offer reassurance</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Encourage questions and clarify rumors or misinformation</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Explore cultural and community perspectives</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Reinforce school supports and familiar routines</li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Inspire hope and stay present, even without all the answers</li><li value="8" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Monitor safety and respond if needed</li></ul> If you are worried about your child’s safety or the safety of others around them, seek immediate assistance. You can call an ambulance, contact the local mobile crisis service (613-354-7388), call 9-1-1, or go to the emergency room of your local hospital.    Signs that may signal a mental health concern in your child:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Frequent changes in mood or emotions</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Persistent sadness or loss of interest in usual activities</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Increased need for reassurance or contact</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Irritability or low frustration tolerance</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Changes in energy, sleep, or appetite</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Declining motivation, effort, or academic performance</li></ul>Difficult events can affect adults as well as children. Paying attention to your own well-being—by taking breaks, connecting with trusted supports, and allowing yourself time to process—can help you feel more steady and better able to support your child.Resources<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsmho-smso.ca%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F01%2FSupporting-your-childs-well-being.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%40limestone.on.ca%7Cfdee2f2fa55e4e34875708de7fc068f3%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639088661559032611%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=sBO4VoK6VaqLqp%2Bzs3kwTDVvea6kta7ony%2FCPT0zWmM%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://smho-smso.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Supporting-your-childs-well-being.pdf. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">Supporting Your Child’s Well-being</a></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsmho-smso.ca%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F01%2FCaring-for-yourself-while-caring-for-others.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%40limestone.on.ca%7Cfdee2f2fa55e4e34875708de7fc068f3%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639088661559090614%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=UwvHte5fi2plELTDrC01Rbu%2Bl75noSXVc5CqoxqBuPY%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://smho-smso.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Caring-for-yourself-while-caring-for-others.pdf. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">Caring for yourself while caring for others. A parent’s guide to self care</a></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsmho-smso.ca%2Fparents-and-caregivers%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%40limestone.on.ca%7Cfdee2f2fa55e4e34875708de7fc068f3%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639088661559127635%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=qPnXF0k8bAuQ7bmj1YT0BjCx%2F%2FGJKwxvGHBoU26FnMU%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://smho-smso.ca/parents-and-caregivers/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">By Your Side</a> (parent/caregiver resources to support mental health learning)</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmaltbycentre.ca%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%40limestone.on.ca%7Cfdee2f2fa55e4e34875708de7fc068f3%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639088661559154192%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=qJO8gxTr3ck2olJnU684NACOkR8rA9GTSgf%2FD8UoGXM%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://maltbycentre.ca/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">Maltby Centre</a></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fonestoptalk.ca%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%40limestone.on.ca%7Cfdee2f2fa55e4e34875708de7fc068f3%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639088661559182166%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=S5DquNSMDjszjh6DowP2mZt7ze6n6FZysPVXl1ykvXc%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://onestoptalk.ca/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">One Stop Talk</a></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fkidshelpphone.ca%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%40limestone.on.ca%7Cfdee2f2fa55e4e34875708de7fc068f3%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639088661559210514%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=oVYcbedosp8UA1CoE5OXwhjboxwkEFA4vPt8iBrwc5g%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://kidshelpphone.ca/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">Kids Help Phone</a></li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2F211ontario.ca%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%40limestone.on.ca%7Cfdee2f2fa55e4e34875708de7fc068f3%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639088661559237051%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Klss4%2BZ2ZZou6cQS4KQBwv3dX5nutVbml1bTry5VdAQ%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://211ontario.ca/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">211</a></li></ul>Private Counselling can also be arranged through <a href="https://www.crnckingston.ca/resolve-counselling-services-canada" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Resolve Counselling Services Canada</a><img src="/images/1833c434-fd84-4e20-85d0-2e597cc0b0d7" alt="Crisis Services Handout" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/a7a8395c-2763-44ab-a033-9ce30b6cc998" alt="Maltby11" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> We hope that everyone has a restful March Break. We are excited for the learning ahead.Jean Paquin - Principal & Kevin Collins - Vice Principal<a href="mailto:paquinj@limestone.on.ca" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">paquinj@limestone.on.ca</a> ; <a href="https://collinsk@limestone.on.ca/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">collinsk@limestone.on.ca</a><img src="/images/4056ac40-6588-4d17-a3e5-406a94c1abb3" alt="March Break" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/15860513-a99e-4940-aff8-ccaa2f2972c6" alt="March Break (One Page Explainer Poster) (Instagram Post (45)) (1)" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr><img src="/images/afdec79e-7256-4382-ba33-72452d96ee01" alt="logo" width="101" height="101" style="width:101px;height:101px;display:inline-block;float:left">Bath Spirit WearLooking to buy Bath spirit wear? T-shirts, sweatshirts, colour house shirts and other swag is available on the online store. Order now to ensure it arrives in time for the holidays. <a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/bathps/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://specialtytrophies.ca/bathps/</a><hr><img src="/images/c4c8f74c-f23b-48bd-b67f-2ca234aa9c44" alt="week ahead" width="175" height="175" style="width:175px;height:175px;display:inline-block;float:right">This week...Monday, March 23 (Day 4) <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">GYM Jump rope club  11:10-11:30 </li></ul>Tuesday, March 24 (Day 5)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Grade 7 and 8 immunization clinic </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Lego robotics in the pit first recess </li></ul>Wednesday, March 25 (Day 1)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Lego robotics in the pit 2nd recess </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Knitting Club in Library 1st recess </li></ul>Thursday, March 26 (Day 2)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Indigenous puppet show for Primary 2:00-3:00 STEM Adventures: Beaver Builders! </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Data Day – Hay, Sparrow Paquin </li></ul>Friday, March 27 (Day 3)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Indigenous Student Leadership Team 9:30-11:00 </li></ul> Coming Up....Mar 30 - Hay/Boutilier to Gould LakeMar 31 - Gr 5/6 to Bath Library –11:30-1:00 Apr 3 - Good FridayApr 6 - Easter MondayApr 7-10 Spring Book FairApr 10 - Grade 3 Swim to Survive 10:30 to 11:30amApr 14 - Hay/DaCosta –Bath Library  Apr 17 - PA DayApr 20 - Cyber presentation 6:30-8:00 for parents  <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">A PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online. </a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967" alt="2025 2026 LDSB School Year Calendar" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">School Day Schedule</h2> <table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Time</a></h2></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Learning block</a></h2></th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">8:55 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Supervision begins on the yard</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">9:10 to 10:50 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">10:50 to 11:30 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Recess and nutrition break</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">11:30 a.m. to 1:10 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block </a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">1:10 to 1:50 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Recess and nutrition break</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">1:50 to 3:30 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">3:30 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Dismissal</a></h2></td></tr></tbody></table> <hr> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Registration for Kindergarten is now open</h2> Discover Kindergarten in Limestone. We can't wait to meet our newest Knights! More information can be found here: <a href="https://limestone.cmdesign.imagineeverything.com/discover_kindergarten" class="editor-link">Discover Kindergarten</a><iframe data-lexical-video-id="1e0spaIrnis" width="640" height="480" src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/1e0spaIrnis" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="true" title="Youtube video"></iframe> <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/2b061fdc-99ce-491d-b5dc-6db326a7e36f" alt="development" width="453" height="236" style="width:453px;height:236px;display:inline-block"></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Human Development and Sexual Health</h2> As part of LDSB's commitment to ongoing transparency and communication with families, please follow the link to <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.limestone.on.ca%252Fdocuments%252Fb76e663d-3389-4d8e-988b-8dd34f03e071%252FForm-325-D-List-of-H-D-and-S-H-Instruction-Expectations-by-Grade.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%2540limestone.on.ca%7Cd8e986523c2748085d7c08ddeecf4b2d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638929296269894059%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%253D%253D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=5HLfSENPJ%252BbQSdaQ63UN%252FwrANWjHG925qEp1I32LNmI%253D&reserved=0" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Form 325-D</a> on the LDSB website. It outlines the Human Development and Sexual Health curriculum expectations for Grades 1-8.  Families can request to have their child or children exempted from instruction related to Human Development and Sexual Health expectations by completing and returning an exemption form for each child (<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.limestone.on.ca%252Fdocuments%252Faf26a5ef-1a97-4814-ab57-f365e0d6b6bb%252FForm-325-B-Exemption-Letter-Parent-Request.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%2540limestone.on.ca%7Cd8e986523c2748085d7c08ddeecf4b2d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638929296269902945%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%253D%253D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=G0ac7QdQcYMmDwk3auq%252B4YrZTL0Z6OSMABGZkkoYA%252BM%253D&reserved=0" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Form 325-B</a>) five school days before the start of instruction. Prior to instruction, your child's classroom teacher will inform parents/guardians when the expectations related to the Human Development and Sexual Health expectations in Strand D will be covered. For a more detailed overview of this process, please refer to Administrative Procedure 325: Exemption From Human Development and Sexual Health Instruction (listed under the Policies and Procedures section of the LDSB website), or contact the school.<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/77143b36-64d5-4f80-a9f2-cf2bf339fb88" alt="Nut Free School" width="326" height="466" style="width:326px;height:466px;display:inline-block"></a><img src="/images/31c66f06-c2c7-4ef1-8d8d-2e2e7505b3ff" alt="stay informed" width="173" height="173" style="width:173px;height:173px;display:inline-block;float:left">Information SharingEach Sunday, Bath P.S. will send home a link to this weekly newsletter (Knights News) including information about the week ahead along with other information about upcoming events, our School Council, volunteer opportunities and more. However, LDSB also has a range of other communication tools to help you stay informed.To help users become more familiar with these new tools, please refer to these user guides:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/07694697-349d-51ff-a42c-a05550bd4f28/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20for%20setting%20up%20a%20School%20Messenger%20App%20Account.pdf" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Set up a SchoolMessenger App account</a><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/07694697-349d-51ff-a42c-a05550bd4f28/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20for%20setting%20up%20a%20School%20Messenger%20App%20Account.pdf" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">: </a> set up your account, review your contact information and communication preferences, join teacher-instant messaging groups, and view all your alerts and messages in one place. -Video Tutorial</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/2bd745c8-1a32-525b-80cd-cd974c6f6058/Using%20the%20SchoolMessenger%20App%20for%20SafeArrival.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Report a student absence:</a> set up your account, report and explain student absences in advance. - Video tutorial</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/48bbc50b-373e-5019-ae1d-7a37c047b5a4/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Communicate%20broadcast%20tool.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Use the Communicate broadcast tool:</a> choose how you will receive alerts including how to opt-in for text messaging. - Video tutorial</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/56167561-f5db-5914-b801-10584900d3ea/Parent%20&%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Board%20mobile%20app.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Use the Board mobile app:</a> how to choose your schools, see your messages and report and review student absences. - Video tutorial</li></ul><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/321bfdb0-7b47-449b-860d-9689704f8a34" alt="insurance" width="135" height="153" style="width:135px;height:153px;display:inline-block;float:left"></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Student Accident Insurance</h3>The Limestone District School Board requires that students have student accident insurance in order to participate in extra-curricular activities. Before students will be allowed to participate in these events, parents/guardians must confirm their own coverage for items not covered under the Provincial Health Plan, or purchase an insurance plan. Each year a Student Accident Insurance Plan is made available to all students on a voluntary basis. The plan provides protection for dental damage due to accidents, fracture benefits and other important coverage, which are not covered under the Provincial Health Plan. Some parents may have dental plan coverage through their workplace but many of these plans are limited in one way or another, while this accident coverage is not. You should compare plans to make sure you have the coverage you need or desire.In making this plan available, the Board wishes to make its position clear in the matter of insurance. Under the Education Act, the Board is not permitted to provide insurance coverage for accidents to pupils, therefore, the Board recommends consideration of this plan to any parent who wishes to obtain this kind of insurance. Although the policy has all the advantages of a group plan, it is essentially a direct contract between the parent and the insurance company.A family plan is also available for three or more students which permits the enrolment of students in the family who are attending schools outside the jurisdiction of this Board as long as at least one child in the family is attending a school within the Limestone District School Board.If you wish to subscribe to this insurance, you may do so by completing the form handed out to students the first week of school and mailing it directly to Reliable Life Insurance Company in the stamped envelope provided. Or, for your convenience, you may purchase directly online at <a href="https://insuremykids.com/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">www.insuremykids.com.</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/8da2fba9-5e33-4313-86f2-2822afc47153" alt="SAC" width="194" height="178" style="width:194px;height:178px;display:inline-block"></a>Bath School Advisory CouncilOur fabulous parent council is looking for new members! If you would like to be a part of this great team, please come to our next meeting date is March 25th at 6:30. We are looking forward to meeting in the library. Please let us know if you can make it and if you will require childcare. We are pleased to be able to provide it during the meeting for those who require it.School Trips and VolunteersThroughout the year, we may ask for parent/guardian volunteers on school trips or for various classroom and school activities. The wait time for obtaining a CPIC (background check with vulnerable sector screening) can be lengthy. As such, if you think you would be willing to assist with a trip or school event in the future, please consider obtaining a CPIC with vulnerable sector screening completed, beforehand.<a href="https://www.opp.ca/index.php?id=147&lng=en" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Link to OPP Criminal Background Checks</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/304d9c00-8dec-4ea7-8b9f-bc3b1b4b7f74" alt="self identify" width="194" height="157" style="width:194px;height:157px;display:inline-block;float:left">Indigenous Student Leadership Team</h3> Liv Rondeau and Rae McDonald will be coming to work with the Indigenous Student Leadership Team (Gr. 3-8) on the following dates from 9:30 - 11:30: September 26th, October 30th, November 28th, December 19th, January 27, February 27th, March 27th, April 24th, May 28th, June 19th They will be working on a mural to showcase the importance of reconciliation and indigenous ways of knowing, as well year-long land-based programing. If we have missed anyone who self-identifies as Indigenous and would like to be a part of this group, please let us know.<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"></a><img src="/images/109ed47d-ecc5-49fe-9030-e9e6de565621" alt="triboard poster" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Opportunities for Students and Families</h2> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3"> </h3><img src="/images/55086dc8-8534-43a0-a6c3-e89804b65b86" alt="CNOY 26 Promo Poster" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><img src="/images/53dd6935-3eea-4ec1-94ef-db034709405c" alt="2025 10 20 Child due Routine Immunizations newsletter insert" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></h3><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"></a><img src="/images/833fbc0c-b7a4-45ec-8f12-c8940eb134c0" alt="Getting to school Elementary 1 " width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/6633642d-5a23-401f-97e7-60e6265a046c" alt="Immunization" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/1cc9f23c-3196-5454-9c6a-e77a276bf992" alt="" width="138" height="138" style="width:138px;height:138px;display:inline-block;float:left">Mabel's LabelsWant to keep track of your child's idems and generate funds for our school? Click on the link below to order Mabel's Lables. Simply order their personalized labels online and our school receives 20% back on every purchase! Orders are shipped out directly to parents FREE.<a href="https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/</a> <hr><img src="/images/b286f597-ecb0-4130-9656-2545d5f87622" alt="Land Acknowledgement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

2026-03-13 18:15:37.633 +0000 UTC

Knights News - March 9-13

<img src="/images/4c8e7e52-39c4-4d22-955c-d910fafdab5c" alt="penguin" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/bdece7ad-6151-4875-a0e2-43b2d5d19ab9" alt="March8" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Dear Bath Families,Our school rink is now officially closed for the season. A huge thank you to the fire department, township, and dedicated volunteers who worked hard all winter to keep it in great condition.Chess Club and Lego Robotics Club are now up and running! Below is a fun robot dance-off that highlights some of the coding skills being developed in Lego Robotics—along with some impressive dance moves.Knitting Club has also started up with almost 100 students joining. This is wonderful, however, it requires a significant amount of yarn. Please consider contributing $10 through school day, particularly if your child is participating. We are also in need of some dollar store knitting bowls. As the weather continues to change, please ensure students are dressed appropriately. We will do our best to avoid mud and puddles, but extra layers or a change of clothes may be helpful during this transition to more spring-like temperatures. A reminder that we will continue to go outside on rainy days unless there is a heavy downpour, so please dress accordingly.Help us celebrate an early St. Patrick's "Green day" on Friday to welcome Spring.Looking forward to another great week ahead!Jean Paquin - Principal & Kevin Collins - Vice Principal<a href="mailto:paquinj@limestone.on.ca" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">paquinj@limestone.on.ca</a> ; <a href="https://collinsk@limestone.on.ca/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">collinsk@limestone.on.ca</a><iframe data-lexical-video-id="6E5ZnCXbGCw" width="640" height="480" src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/6E5ZnCXbGCw" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="true" title="Youtube video"></iframe> <img src="/images/15860513-a99e-4940-aff8-ccaa2f2972c6" alt="March Break (One Page Explainer Poster) (Instagram Post (45)) (1)" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr><img src="/images/afdec79e-7256-4382-ba33-72452d96ee01" alt="logo" width="101" height="101" style="width:101px;height:101px;display:inline-block;float:left">Bath Spirit WearLooking to buy Bath spirit wear? T-shirts, sweatshirts, colour house shirts and other swag is available on the online store. Order now to ensure it arrives in time for the holidays. <a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/bathps/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://specialtytrophies.ca/bathps/</a><hr><img src="/images/c4c8f74c-f23b-48bd-b67f-2ca234aa9c44" alt="week ahead" width="175" height="175" style="width:175px;height:175px;display:inline-block;float:right">This week...Monday, March 9 (Day 4) <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">GYM Jump rope club  11:10-11:30 </li></ul>Tuesday, March 10 (Day 5)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Hay/Boutilier Bath Library </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Lego robotics in the pit first recess </li></ul>Wednesday, March 11 (Day 1)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Skills Ontario Presentations 7/8 & ¾ </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">12:00pm-1:00pm (Gr. 7/8) 2:00pm-3:00pm (primary)* in library </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Lego robotics in the pit 2nd recess </li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Knitting Club in Library 1st recess </li></ul>Thursday, March 12 (Day 2)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Benest/DaCosta –Bath Library </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Chess Club at 2nd recess for Grades 5-8 in Mr. Nickel’s room. </li></ul>Friday, March 13 (Day 3)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Green Day/Positive Affirmation Day </li></ul> Coming Up....Mar 24 - Grade 7 and 8 immunization clinic Mar 25 - SAC 6:30Mar 26 - Indigenous puppet show for Primary 2:00-3:00 STEM Adventures: Beaver Builders! Mar 30 - Hay/Boutilier to Gould LakeMar 31 - Gr 5/6 to Bath Library –11:30-1:00 Apr 3 - Good FridayApr 6 - Easter MondayApr 7-10 Spring Book FairApr 10 - Grade 3 Swim to Survive 10:30 to 11:30amApr 14 - Hay/DaCosta –Bath Library  Apr 17 - PA DayApr 20 - Cyber presentation 6:30-8:00 for parents  <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">A PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online. </a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967" alt="2025 2026 LDSB School Year Calendar" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">School Day Schedule</h2> <table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Time</a></h2></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Learning block</a></h2></th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">8:55 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Supervision begins on the yard</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">9:10 to 10:50 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">10:50 to 11:30 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Recess and nutrition break</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">11:30 a.m. to 1:10 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block </a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">1:10 to 1:50 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Recess and nutrition break</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">1:50 to 3:30 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">3:30 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Dismissal</a></h2></td></tr></tbody></table> <hr> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Registration for Kindergarten is now open</h2> Discover Kindergarten in Limestone. We can't wait to meet our newest Knights! More information can be found here: <a href="https://limestone.cmdesign.imagineeverything.com/discover_kindergarten" class="editor-link">Discover Kindergarten</a><iframe data-lexical-video-id="1e0spaIrnis" width="640" height="480" src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/1e0spaIrnis" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="true" title="Youtube video"></iframe> <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/2b061fdc-99ce-491d-b5dc-6db326a7e36f" alt="development" width="453" height="236" style="width:453px;height:236px;display:inline-block"></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Human Development and Sexual Health</h2> As part of LDSB's commitment to ongoing transparency and communication with families, please follow the link to <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.limestone.on.ca%252Fdocuments%252Fb76e663d-3389-4d8e-988b-8dd34f03e071%252FForm-325-D-List-of-H-D-and-S-H-Instruction-Expectations-by-Grade.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%2540limestone.on.ca%7Cd8e986523c2748085d7c08ddeecf4b2d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638929296269894059%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%253D%253D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=5HLfSENPJ%252BbQSdaQ63UN%252FwrANWjHG925qEp1I32LNmI%253D&reserved=0" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Form 325-D</a> on the LDSB website. It outlines the Human Development and Sexual Health curriculum expectations for Grades 1-8.  Families can request to have their child or children exempted from instruction related to Human Development and Sexual Health expectations by completing and returning an exemption form for each child (<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.limestone.on.ca%252Fdocuments%252Faf26a5ef-1a97-4814-ab57-f365e0d6b6bb%252FForm-325-B-Exemption-Letter-Parent-Request.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%2540limestone.on.ca%7Cd8e986523c2748085d7c08ddeecf4b2d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638929296269902945%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%253D%253D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=G0ac7QdQcYMmDwk3auq%252B4YrZTL0Z6OSMABGZkkoYA%252BM%253D&reserved=0" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Form 325-B</a>) five school days before the start of instruction. Prior to instruction, your child's classroom teacher will inform parents/guardians when the expectations related to the Human Development and Sexual Health expectations in Strand D will be covered. For a more detailed overview of this process, please refer to Administrative Procedure 325: Exemption From Human Development and Sexual Health Instruction (listed under the Policies and Procedures section of the LDSB website), or contact the school.<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/77143b36-64d5-4f80-a9f2-cf2bf339fb88" alt="Nut Free School" width="326" height="466" style="width:326px;height:466px;display:inline-block"></a><img src="/images/31c66f06-c2c7-4ef1-8d8d-2e2e7505b3ff" alt="stay informed" width="173" height="173" style="width:173px;height:173px;display:inline-block;float:left">Information SharingEach Sunday, Bath P.S. will send home a link to this weekly newsletter (Knights News) including information about the week ahead along with other information about upcoming events, our School Council, volunteer opportunities and more. However, LDSB also has a range of other communication tools to help you stay informed.To help users become more familiar with these new tools, please refer to these user guides:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/07694697-349d-51ff-a42c-a05550bd4f28/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20for%20setting%20up%20a%20School%20Messenger%20App%20Account.pdf" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Set up a SchoolMessenger App account</a><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/07694697-349d-51ff-a42c-a05550bd4f28/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20for%20setting%20up%20a%20School%20Messenger%20App%20Account.pdf" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">: </a> set up your account, review your contact information and communication preferences, join teacher-instant messaging groups, and view all your alerts and messages in one place. -Video Tutorial</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/2bd745c8-1a32-525b-80cd-cd974c6f6058/Using%20the%20SchoolMessenger%20App%20for%20SafeArrival.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Report a student absence:</a> set up your account, report and explain student absences in advance. - Video tutorial</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/48bbc50b-373e-5019-ae1d-7a37c047b5a4/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Communicate%20broadcast%20tool.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Use the Communicate broadcast tool:</a> choose how you will receive alerts including how to opt-in for text messaging. - Video tutorial</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/56167561-f5db-5914-b801-10584900d3ea/Parent%20&%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Board%20mobile%20app.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Use the Board mobile app:</a> how to choose your schools, see your messages and report and review student absences. - Video tutorial</li></ul><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/321bfdb0-7b47-449b-860d-9689704f8a34" alt="insurance" width="135" height="153" style="width:135px;height:153px;display:inline-block;float:left"></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Student Accident Insurance</h3>The Limestone District School Board requires that students have student accident insurance in order to participate in extra-curricular activities. Before students will be allowed to participate in these events, parents/guardians must confirm their own coverage for items not covered under the Provincial Health Plan, or purchase an insurance plan. Each year a Student Accident Insurance Plan is made available to all students on a voluntary basis. The plan provides protection for dental damage due to accidents, fracture benefits and other important coverage, which are not covered under the Provincial Health Plan. Some parents may have dental plan coverage through their workplace but many of these plans are limited in one way or another, while this accident coverage is not. You should compare plans to make sure you have the coverage you need or desire.In making this plan available, the Board wishes to make its position clear in the matter of insurance. Under the Education Act, the Board is not permitted to provide insurance coverage for accidents to pupils, therefore, the Board recommends consideration of this plan to any parent who wishes to obtain this kind of insurance. Although the policy has all the advantages of a group plan, it is essentially a direct contract between the parent and the insurance company.A family plan is also available for three or more students which permits the enrolment of students in the family who are attending schools outside the jurisdiction of this Board as long as at least one child in the family is attending a school within the Limestone District School Board.If you wish to subscribe to this insurance, you may do so by completing the form handed out to students the first week of school and mailing it directly to Reliable Life Insurance Company in the stamped envelope provided. Or, for your convenience, you may purchase directly online at <a href="https://insuremykids.com/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">www.insuremykids.com.</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/8da2fba9-5e33-4313-86f2-2822afc47153" alt="SAC" width="194" height="178" style="width:194px;height:178px;display:inline-block"></a>Bath School Advisory CouncilOur fabulous parent council is looking for new members! If you would like to be a part of this great team, please come to our next meeting date is March 25th at 6:30. We are looking forward to meeting in the library. Please let us know if you can make it and if you will require childcare. We are pleased to be able to provide it during the meeting for those who require it.School Trips and VolunteersThroughout the year, we may ask for parent/guardian volunteers on school trips or for various classroom and school activities. The wait time for obtaining a CPIC (background check with vulnerable sector screening) can be lengthy. As such, if you think you would be willing to assist with a trip or school event in the future, please consider obtaining a CPIC with vulnerable sector screening completed, beforehand.<a href="https://www.opp.ca/index.php?id=147&lng=en" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Link to OPP Criminal Background Checks</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/304d9c00-8dec-4ea7-8b9f-bc3b1b4b7f74" alt="self identify" width="194" height="157" style="width:194px;height:157px;display:inline-block;float:left">Indigenous Student Leadership Team</h3> Liv Rondeau and Rae McDonald will be coming to work with the Indigenous Student Leadership Team (Gr. 3-8) on the following dates from 9:30 - 11:30: September 26th, October 30th, November 28th, December 19th, January 27, February 27th, March 27th, April 24th, May 28th, June 19th They will be working on a mural to showcase the importance of reconciliation and indigenous ways of knowing, as well year-long land-based programing. If we have missed anyone who self-identifies as Indigenous and would like to be a part of this group, please let us know.<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"></a><img src="/images/109ed47d-ecc5-49fe-9030-e9e6de565621" alt="triboard poster" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Opportunities for Students and Families</h2> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3"> </h3><img src="/images/55086dc8-8534-43a0-a6c3-e89804b65b86" alt="CNOY 26 Promo Poster" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><img src="/images/53dd6935-3eea-4ec1-94ef-db034709405c" alt="2025 10 20 Child due Routine Immunizations newsletter insert" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></h3><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"></a><img src="/images/833fbc0c-b7a4-45ec-8f12-c8940eb134c0" alt="Getting to school Elementary 1 " width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/6633642d-5a23-401f-97e7-60e6265a046c" alt="Immunization" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/1cc9f23c-3196-5454-9c6a-e77a276bf992" alt="" width="138" height="138" style="width:138px;height:138px;display:inline-block;float:left">Mabel's LabelsWant to keep track of your child's idems and generate funds for our school? Click on the link below to order Mabel's Lables. Simply order their personalized labels online and our school receives 20% back on every purchase! Orders are shipped out directly to parents FREE.<a href="https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/</a> <hr><img src="/images/b286f597-ecb0-4130-9656-2545d5f87622" alt="Land Acknowledgement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

2026-03-06 15:08:29.643 +0000 UTC

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Message from the Director - March 5, 2026

Dear Families,With March now underway, and March Break fast approaching, I would like to share a few updates with families:School Year Calendar is ApprovedThe Ministry of Education has approved Limestone’s recommended 2026-2027 school year calendar. The school year will begin with a P.A. Day on September 1, 2026, with the first day of classes for students on September 2, 2026. A <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/school-year-calendar" class="editor-link">printable version of the calendar is available on Limestone’s website</a>.Budget SurveyTrustees are seeking feedback on the Limestone District School Board budget planning process for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year. Families are encouraged to take a few minutes to provide feedback on areas or priority. The survey is anonymous and can be accessed online at <a href="https://bit.ly/2026-2027LDSBBudgetSurvey" class="editor-link">bit.ly/2026-2027LDSBBudgetSurvey</a> . The survey closes March 23, 2026.Video: Limestone’s Student Achievement Plan in Action – EQAO HighlightsAs previously shared, the Ministry of Education released the 2024-2025 Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) results in December, and we are pleased to share that Limestone has achieved its strongest performance in four years, with gains across every testing category.Limestone’s results are consistent with provincial trends in many areas and show meaningful improvement in others, including among specific student groups. In fact, Limestone is performing at or above the provincial average in nearly all measures.These results reflect the collective efforts of Limestone educators, Educational Assistants, program teams, and school leaders—supported by the ongoing commitment of students and families across our district. We are extremely proud of the dedication and hard work that contributed to these achievements.We are pleased to share a <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q1qQcIXSyFU" class="editor-link">video update with families on Limestone’s Student Achievement Plan in Action – EQAO Highlights</a>. This <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q1qQcIXSyFU" class="editor-link">short video</a> provides an overview of Limestone’s Student Achievement Plan and how it guides our shared work to support student learning and well-being.Through insights from members of the Limestone Senior Team, families will learn about the key priorities shaping our efforts, the thinking behind our actions, and how collaboration, evidence, and reflection help us improve. The video highlights how data, professional learning, and shared leadership work together to move learning forward, while keeping students, belonging, and continuous growth at the centre. It offers a look at how planning connects to practice as we work together toward positive outcomes for all Limestone students.Revisions to Grades 7, 8, and 10 History CurriculumThe Minister of Education has announced updates to the Grades 7, 8, and 10 History curriculum for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year.With these updates, in Grades 7, 8, and 10, students will learn about significant contributions of Black individuals and communities to Canada’s foundation as a nation, and the obstacles they faced in the pursuit of building an inclusive and prosperous country. The Grade 10 History course will also have new learning on extreme political and social ideologies, the Holocaust and rising antisemitism, and the Holodomor famine in Ukraine.Learn more about the updated curriculum on the <a href="https://www.dcp.edu.gov.on.ca/en/" class="editor-link">Ministry of Education’s Curriculum and Resources website.</a>Become a Homestay and Host an International Student: A Meaningful Experience for You and Your FamilyEach year, LDSB welcomes more than 120 international students into schools across the district from countries around the world, including Brazil, Italy, China, Germany, Japan, Mexico, France, Vietnam, Rwanda, and many others. Hosting an international student is a meaningful way to bring the world into your home while making a positive difference in a young person’s life. Limestone homestay families are carefully matched with students and supported by dedicated Limestone staff throughout the placement, so families are never on their own. Hosting offers opportunities for cultural exchange, the development of lasting relationships, and a monthly stipend to help offset costs. To learn more about how hosting works, the supports in place, and why many local families choose to open their homes, visit <a href="https://internationaled.limestone.on.ca/become_a_homestay" class="editor-link">internationaled.limestone.on.ca/become_a_homestay</a>.Ministry Resources for Reading and MathThere are many resources available to support your student’s learning in math and literacy, offering engaging activities that make learning both fun and effective for students and families. To explore these tools, visit Limestone’s <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/tutoring" class="editor-link">Online Learning Resources and Tutoring webpage</a>.Thank you for your continued partnership and support of student learning and well-being across Limestone. We are grateful for the role families play in helping students feel supported, connected, and successful, and we look forward to continuing our work together.Krishna Burra

2026-03-05 21:30:00.475 +0000 UTC

Limestone District School Board Welcomes 2026–2027 Student Trustees

The Limestone District School Board (LDSB) is pleased to announce the appointment of its 2026–2027 Student Trustees, who will be formally welcomed at the April meeting of the Board.Student trustees play an important role in bringing student perspectives to board-level discussions, helping ensure that student voice is reflected in decision-making across the district. For the upcoming term, LDSB looks forward to working with three engaged and passionate student leaders who represent rural, urban, and Indigenous student communities:<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Audrey Bateman – Rural Student Trustee</h2>A message from Student Trustee Bateman: I'm so excited to be your rural student trustee this year. This role is such a great place to create lasting change for the current and future classes. I'm really looking forward to connecting with the trustees and students from across the board to try and make school a more fun, inclusive, and memorable experience where we can.  Everyone's voice matters!<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Victoria McCourt – Indigenous Student Trustee</h2>A message from Student Trustee McCourt: I applied for the Indigenous student trustee position because I feel that having a voice to represent Indigenous students, their issues and concerns is important. I would like to help celebrate and honour the Indigenous students in the Limestone District School Board. I look forward to helping create more opportunities for Indigenous students and I want our youth to feel proud of who they are and their Indigenous identity. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Mathew Katz – Urban Student Trustee</h2>A message from Student Trustee Katz: I applied to become a student trustee to advocate for issues that both I and students from across LDSB are passionate about. I specifically hope to be able to work on issues related to environmental sustainability and anti-racism. Ultimately, I want to ensure students’ voices are heard and meaningfully represented.The Limestone District School Board congratulates Audrey, Victoria, and Matthew on their appointments and looks forward to welcoming them at the April Board meeting as they begin their term as student trustees for the 2026–2027 school year.<img src="/images/6101cb72-005e-4aad-b211-341230a8738b" alt="2026 2027 Student Trustees" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

2026-03-04 14:48:09.694 +0000 UTC

Message from the Director - February 20, 2026

Dear Families,I hope everyone had a good, short week following the Family Day Weekend. We have had a small taste of warmer weather recently, though we know there may still be more winter days to come. As we head toward the end of February, I would like to share a few updates with Limestone families:2026-2027 School Year CalendarThank you to everyone who took the time to fill out the 2026-2027 School Year Calendar Survey. Approximately 3,700 responses were submitted from families, staff, and community members. We appreciate your time and providing the feedback.As shared previously, the school year calendar for 2026-2027 presents unique challenges, with Labour Day falling unusually late on September 7, and Easter occurring just four days after March Break. Across all three school boards (Limestone DSB, Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic DSB, and Hastings and Prince Edward County DSB) Option 1 was the preferred choice, and Option 2 ranked second and third, with only marginal differences in support.Following further review of the potential calendars, and considering potential financial implications, it was determined that implementing Option 1 would create additional costs for all three boards. Given that Option 2 very closely aligns with Option 1, differing by only one day and without the associated financial implications, all three boards supported Option 2, with the school year starting September 1 (P.A. Day) and the first day of classes for students on September 2.At Wednesday night’s Board Meeting, the Limestone Board of Trustees approved <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/375540e1-d8af-4e1c-a856-7035ab3f1e4b/2026-2027-School-Year-Calendar-Final.pdf" class="editor-link">Option 2 for the 2026-2027 school year calendar</a>, and this calendar will be submitted to the Ministry of Education for final approval.You Are Invited: Community Event: An Evening with Monique Gray Smith, Author of Braiding Sweetgrass for Young Adults – March 12, 2026Students, families, staff, and community members are invited to a free in-person evening with author Monique Gray Smith. This special event will bring our community together to learn about care, reciprocity, connection to the land, and connection to one another.  Date: March 12, 2026 Time:   6:30 p.m. - Vendors and refreshments                6:45 p.m. - Doors open                7:00 p.m. - Speaker begins Location: Queen's University, Duncan McArthur Hall, 511 Union St., KingstonLight refreshments will be provided, and the first 50 attendees will receive a free copy of her book. <a href="https://bit.ly/LDSBMoniqueGraySmithEvent" class="editor-link">Registration is required</a>. Please <a href="https://bit.ly/LDSBMoniqueGraySmithEvent" class="editor-link">register online</a> in advance — we look forward to seeing you there!This event has been made possible with the support of the Limestone Learning Foundation, Queen’s University Faculty of Education, and the Limestone District School Board.2026-2027 Virtual School SurveyFamilies interested in enrolling their students in virtual school for the 2026-2027 school year should complete the <a href="https://ca1.voxco.com/S2/?st=fu443Fws9prkkUlLZrFDxwJzvjfy6JjISrxBQtOLRo8%3D&mod=0&dlang=en" class="editor-link">Virtual School Survey.</a> This helps with early planning for the next school year. This virtual school survey is not for registration and families will need to <a href="mailto:virtualk8@limestone.on.ca" class="editor-link">contact Elementary Virtual School to officially register their students for next year</a>. If you have more than one student interested, please complete the survey for each student. The survey will remain open until Friday, March 13, 2026. Families can <a href="https://ca1.voxco.com/S2/?st=fu443Fws9prkkUlLZrFDxwJzvjfy6JjISrxBQtOLRo8%3D&mod=0&dlang=en" class="editor-link">access the survey online</a>. If you require a printed survey, please contact Principal <a href="mailto:myerskm@limestone.on.ca" class="editor-link">Kate Myers by e-mail</a>.                <a href="https://ca1.voxco.com/S2/?st=fu443Fws9prkkUlLZrFDxwJzvjfy6JjISrxBQtOLRo8%3D&mod=0&dlang=en" class="editor-link">Access the survey online.</a>Ministry and Board Resources for Math and LiteracyThere are many resources available designed to support your student’s learning in math and literacy, offering engaging activities that can make learning fun and effective for students and families. <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/tutoring" class="editor-link">Visit Limestone’s Online Learning Resources and Tutoring webpage</a> to learn more. Thank you for your ongoing support and engagement in Limestone school communities. We truly value the strong partnership we share with families and look forward to the second half of the 2025-2026 school year continuing positively for students, families, and staff.Krishna BurraDirector of Education

2026-02-20 21:00:23.337 +0000 UTC

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.