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Knights News - June 22-26

<img src="/images/e4f9cd47-95d9-4ade-b747-54ffc2704edb?fingerprint=ppb20260616205609" alt="birds" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/f53ce7cb-9d4e-4418-bc69-94eceef7cce8?fingerprint=ppb20260620114357" alt="last one" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Dear Bath Families,Our last full week together was a wonderful one, filled with memorable experiences for students, including the Rainbow Run, Knowledge Keeper visit, gymnastics, Tour de France, Wonderland, Gould Lake, Pirate Park, and our Kindergarten Celebration. With just four days remaining, there is still much to look forward to, including a memorial tree planting, Grade 8 Graduation, visits to City Park and the splash pad, our PRIDE assembly, Bath Bash, and the distribution of report cards as we wrap up the school year.Thank you for your ongoing support in helping make these opportunities possible. These moments allow students to celebrate their growth, build connections, and create lasting memories.We would like to take a moment to express our sincere appreciation for our exceptional teaching staff. Their commitment, creativity, and genuine care have had a meaningful impact on our students. Each day, they go the extra mile to create a supportive and engaging learning environment where every child has the opportunity to succeed. Thank you to our teachers for all that you do.Memorial Tree PlantingAs the school year comes to an end, all students and staff will be invited to attend a brief memorial and tree planting at the front of the school to honour and remember Liam Gatto. The ceremony will take place on June 22 at 2:45 p.m.Each class will be invited to participate by pouring water at the base of the tree as a symbolic gesture to support its growth. If you feel this may not be appropriate for your child, please let their teacher know.Following the ceremony, students will have time to enjoy outdoor activities, such as chalk drawing and play, before dismissal.Frontenacs Scheduled Release VideoLast week the Frontenacs paid us a visit and spent some time in Ms. McGrath and Ms. Bauml's classes. Here is a look at the super cute promotional video they filmed with Bath students as the stars:<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://youtu.be/iXD6DAUe5ao</a>JerseysThis year, we had brand new sports jerseys thanks to our amazing parent council. However, two have been lent out that haven't come back. If you happen to have #26 or #32 at your house, please return them ASAP!2026/2027 School OrganizationAs we approach the end of the school year, we are finalizing staffing plans for the upcoming academic year. Next year Ms. Bauml will be moving closer to home at Trudell PS. We are thankful for all that she has done for our school and community since coming to Bath. At the same time, we are happy to welcome Tess Fraser (joining us from Certreville) who will be teaching Grade 1/2 with Ms. Pengelly.While staffing is always subject to change, here is our current school organization for September: Kindergarten A – Amanda McMurter (Teacher), Nicole Butler (ECE)Kindergarten B – Kendra MacFarlane (Teacher), Sarah Schembri (ECE)Grade 1/2 - Elaine LockwoodGrade 1/2 – Tess Fraser/Paige PengellyGrade 2/3 – Jennifer McGrathGrade 3 – Jennifer HayGrade 3/4 – Katy BenestGrade 4/5 – Shannon BoutilierGrade 5 – Judy DaCostaGrade 6 – Megan SparrowGrade 6/7 – Colin NickelGrade 7 – Jennifer Morrisey/Shawn KyteGrade 8 – Jennifer Morrisey/Shawn Kyte Planning Time – Tracy KingstonPrimary French – Paige PengellyJunior/Intermediate French – Kristina ManningStudent Support Teacher – Drew BoyceVice-Principal – Drew BoycePrincipal – Jean Paquin Families can expect to receive their child’s class placement by email during the week before school begins.Thank you for a fantastic year. We wish everyone a safe, healthy, and enjoyable summer, and we look forward to welcoming you back in September.Attention Grade 8 StudentsGrade 8 students have the opportunity to enrol in Grade 10 Careers and Civics during the 2026 Summer Session.Taking Careers and Civics early allows students greater flexibility in later years, such as selecting an additional elective in Grade 10 (e.g. an extra science course) or having an additional spare in Grade 11.Please  find some important notes below. Summer Session Registration:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">LDSB students can register for LDSB Summer Session courses using this <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.cloud.microsoft%2Fr%2F8UhnQBsR8k&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%40limestone.on.ca%7Cbd060fd073a8402cb90008dec87ab395%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639168626730492296%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=%2Fvc8JodDhpQxQGc2UhhsjRhfkDJ0F6GQZWOB%2BsmFiyc%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/8UhnQBsR8k. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">Summer Session Registration Form</a>.  Students must complete the form using the Limestone Account and will need their OEN (available on report cards) to register.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Students can register for at most 1 course in Summer Session (or both half credit Civics and Careers).  Students registering for Civics and Careers need to chose carefully whether they are registering for both Civics (CHV 2O) and Careers (GLC 2O) or just one in the form.</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Students should ensure that they have the prerequisite for any course they are signing up for in Summer Session.</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Registration closes on Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 12:00 p.m.</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">All courses are conditional on teacher availability and sufficient enrollment.  Students will be notified prior to June 29th if their course is not running.</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Please be aware that students will be registered in Prism (our e-learning system) and so will receive a waitlist email from the OeLC when that happens.  Going on a waitlist is a regular part of the registration practice for e-learning courses and summer session courses in Prism don't actually open for students to be picked up until mid- to late-May. <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.limestone.on.ca%2Fsummer_session___secondary_&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%40limestone.on.ca%7Cbd060fd073a8402cb90008dec87ab395%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639168626730512107%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=HKxIgIC2U2f8bBz6BFyG0U1cgsHWt%2Bi1Wi4SFIc9QAU%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://www.limestone.on.ca/summer_session___secondary_. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">Summer Session (Secondary)</a> </li></ul>Jean Paquin - Principal & Kevin Collins - Vice Principal<a href="mailto:paquinj@limestone.on.ca" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">paquinj@limestone.on.ca</a> ; <a href="https://collinsk@limestone.on.ca/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">collinsk@limestone.on.ca</a> <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/afdec79e-7256-4382-ba33-72452d96ee01?fingerprint=ppb20251217014637" alt="logo" width="101" height="101" style="width:101px;height:101px;display:inline-block;float:left">Bath Spirit Wear</h2>Looking 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" dir="ltr">https://specialtytrophies.ca/bathps/</a><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/c4c8f74c-f23b-48bd-b67f-2ca234aa9c44?fingerprint=ppb20251217014828" alt="week ahead" width="175" height="175" style="width:175px;height:175px;display:inline-block;float:right">This week...</h2> Monday, June 22 (Day 5)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Grad Rehearsal </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Memorial Tree Planting Ceremony 2:45</li></ul>Tuesday, June 23 (Day 1)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">AIPS Grad at 1pm </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">End of the Year Trip – City Park– Nickel, Sparrow, Dacosta, Boutilier, Benest </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Graduation </li></ul>Wednesday, June 24 (Day 2)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Provincial Reports and COL go home </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Kinders – Napanee Splash Pad 10-1 </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">McGrath, Hay, Lockwood – Napanee Splash Pad 10-1</li></ul>Thursday, June 25 (Day 3)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">PRIDE assembly - Empathy</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Bath Bash</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Last day of school for students </li></ul>Friday, June 26 (Day 4)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">PA Day </li></ul> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Coming Up....</h2> Have a wonderful summer. We are looking forward to welcoming students back on September 2nd.<img src="/images/f5f57d33-387d-4c61-ab25-4cfe00d61686?fingerprint=ppb20260616213647" alt="Library1" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/4d08e79f-9e7d-46fd-a140-1215ec72fa6b?fingerprint=ppb20260616214202" alt="Library11" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr> Supports for Students and FamiliesWe know many members of our school community are still carrying the weight of the recent months. Supports remain in place and will continue to be available for as long as they are needed. Counselling staff and mental health supports are available to students and staff who may benefit from them.Student safety remains our highest priority. We take all concerns related to safety and wellbeing seriously and are committed to maintaining a safe, supportive, and respectful learning environment across all our schools.As shared with you on Friday, Limestone has engaged an outside party to conduct a review of the existing policies and procedures related to safe schools, to identify any areas where improvements could be made, and to provide any potential recommendations. The board has engaged Dr. Wendy Craig from Queen’s University who brings expertise related to safe schools to lead this review.As a school our focus continues to be supporting students, staff, and families as we continue to grieve and heal together as a community.We remain committed to working with families to maintain a safe and respectful school community. Please do not hesitate to reach out if your student may benefit from additional support.  <img src="/images/01f5da14-ad2a-43fd-a20f-6abc6242685b?fingerprint=ppb20260326235320" alt="Grief" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Signs that may signal a mental health concern in your child:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Frequent changes in mood or emotions</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Persistent sadness or loss of interest in usual activities</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Increased need for reassurance or contact</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Irritability or low frustration tolerance</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Changes in energy, sleep, or appetite</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;">Resources</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Supporting Your Child’s Well-being</a></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Caring for yourself while caring for others. A parent’s guide to self care</a></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">By Your Side</a> (parent/caregiver resources to support mental health learning)</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Maltby Centre</a></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">One Stop Talk</a></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr">Resolve Counselling Services Canada</a><img src="/images/7d6230c7-ab35-4e2b-9e78-a651424d86c4?fingerprint=ppb20260402182134" alt="Maltby May" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/1833c434-fd84-4e20-85d0-2e597cc0b0d7?fingerprint=ppb20260312002137" alt="Crisis Services Handout" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2">School Year Calendar</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</a></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">A PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online. </a></li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967?fingerprint=ppb20251217013147" 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" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Time</a></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Learning block</a></th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">8:55 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Supervision begins on the yard</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">9:10 to 10:50 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">10:50 to 11:30 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Recess and nutrition break</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">11:30 a.m. to 1:10 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block </a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">1:10 to 1:50 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Recess and nutrition break</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">1:50 to 3:30 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">3:30 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Dismissal</a></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" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013406" 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" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="326" height="466" style="width:326px;height:466px;display:inline-block"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/31c66f06-c2c7-4ef1-8d8d-2e2e7505b3ff?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="stay informed" width="173" height="173" style="width:173px;height:173px;display:inline-block;float:left">Information Sharing</h2>Each 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" dir="ltr" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" 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" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/2bd745c8-1a32-525b-80cd-cd974c6f6058/Using%20the%20SchoolMessenger%20App%20for%20SafeArrival.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013419" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013700" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/56167561-f5db-5914-b801-10584900d3ea/Parent%20?fingerprint=20260717T2045Z&%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Board%20mobile%20app.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/321bfdb0-7b47-449b-860d-9689704f8a34?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="insurance" width="135" height="153" style="width:135px;height:153px;display:inline-block;float:left"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Student Accident Insurance</h2>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" dir="ltr">www.insuremykids.com.</a><hr><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/8da2fba9-5e33-4313-86f2-2822afc47153?fingerprint=ppb20251217014314" alt="SAC" width="194" height="178" style="width:194px;height:178px;display:inline-block"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Bath School Advisory Council</h2>Our 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 September 23 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.SAC is updating their contact list. This will be a brand-new list, and the previous one will be cleared. If you would like to receive meeting reminders, minutes, and updates, please click the link below and complete the Google Form :<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc1jC64ylNfX68aE-AdtJ63oQajkqgiX03_TrxeX5jr77sdAA/viewform</a><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">School Trips and Volunteers</h2>Throughout 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" dir="ltr">Link to OPP Criminal Background Checks</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><hr></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/304d9c00-8dec-4ea7-8b9f-bc3b1b4b7f74?fingerprint=ppb20251217013433" 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.<hr><hr><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"></a><img src="/images/1cc9f23c-3196-5454-9c6a-e77a276bf992?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" 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" dir="ltr">https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/</a> <img src="/images/8dbbc8ed-95a6-4e7e-8f8b-bf9d59dd028d?fingerprint=ppb20260402195330" alt="2025 09 12 LDSB Land Acknowledgement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

2026-06-20 11:44:12.182 +0000 UTC

Knights News -June 15-19

<img src="/images/b7a120b7-b881-4b39-ac4e-0a75e5db8efd?fingerprint=ppb20260611222539" alt="summer writing" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/c0ffba4b-b399-41aa-af59-58f843c5c381?fingerprint=ppb20260611222506" alt="June12" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/a5b390a4-3748-4f3b-966e-c83ab40fe13b?fingerprint=ppb20260611222524" alt="June11" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Dear Bath Families,It was a busy and exciting week at Bath Public School, filled with a variety of opportunities for students to learn, connect, and celebrate their successes. Our athletes represented Bath with pride at the District Track and Field Meet, demonstrating strong effort, perseverance, and sportsmanship, including a number of students who participated in the All Abilities events. We also had a special visit from Barrack the Bear, the Kingston Frontenacs mascot, who spent time with Ms. McGrath and Ms. Bauml’s class, taking pictures and video that may be featured in a video to promote the Frontenacs season and the Bell Let’s Talk game—an event they hope to extend to our entire school community. This week, all classes participate in Brave program workshops, which focuses on building confidence, resilience, and positive relationships; we are very grateful to the Lion’s Club for generously supporting this opportunity for our students. On Thursday, two of our teams competed in the Ultimate Frisbee tournament, where both teams represented Bath extremely well, and our girls’ team finished the day undefeated. As we look ahead, the final two weeks of school will be jam-packed with activities, events, and celebrations as we wrap up our year together.Memorial Tree PlantingAs the school year comes to an end, all students and staff will be invited to attend a brief memorial and tree planting at the front of the school to honour and remember Liam Gatto. The ceremony will take place on June 22 at 2:45 p.m.Each class will be invited to participate by pouring water at the base of the tree as a symbolic gesture to support its growth. If you feel this may not be appropriate for your child, please let their teacher know.Following the ceremony, students will have time to enjoy outdoor activities, such as chalk drawing and play, before dismissal.Indigenous People's DayThis week we are pleased to welcome Knowledge Keeper Judy Montgomery to our school in recognition of Indigenous Peoples Day. Her visit provides an important opportunity for students to deepen their understanding and appreciation of Indigenous perspectives and teachings.Rainbow RunOur Kindergarten students have been enthusiastically preparing for their upcoming Rainbow Run, taking place on Tuesday. Families are invited to cheer them on from the Kindergarten yard as they complete their 1 km run. Following the run, students will celebrate with a hot dog barbecue alongside their Grade 8 buddies.Tour de FranceOn Wednesday, our French team is hosting a school-wide “Tour de France” experience. Students will work within their colour houses to rotate through a variety of engaging French-themed stations, including building an Eiffel Tower, creating art in the library, participating in a dance party in the gym, playing soccer, completing an obstacle course, and enjoying a French food tasting. Our intermediate students will take on leadership roles by supporting each station, and we are excited to share that, through a French grant, fresh crêpes will be provided as part of the experience.Attention Grade 8 StudentsGrade 8 students have the opportunity to enrol in Grade 10 Careers and Civics during the 2026 Summer Session.Taking Careers and Civics early allows students greater flexibility in later years, such as selecting an additional elective in Grade 10 (e.g. an extra science course) or having an additional spare in Grade 11.Please  find some important notes below. Summer Session Registration:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">LDSB students can register for LDSB Summer Session courses using this <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.cloud.microsoft%2Fr%2F8UhnQBsR8k&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%40limestone.on.ca%7Cbd060fd073a8402cb90008dec87ab395%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639168626730492296%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=%2Fvc8JodDhpQxQGc2UhhsjRhfkDJ0F6GQZWOB%2BsmFiyc%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/8UhnQBsR8k. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">Summer Session Registration Form</a>.  Students must complete the form using the Limestone Account and will need their OEN (available on report cards) to register.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Students can register for at most 1 course in Summer Session (or both half credit Civics and Careers).  Students registering for Civics and Careers need to chose carefully whether they are registering for both Civics (CHV 2O) and Careers (GLC 2O) or just one in the form.</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Students should ensure that they have the prerequisite for any course they are signing up for in Summer Session.</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Registration closes on Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 12:00 p.m.</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">All courses are conditional on teacher availability and sufficient enrollment.  Students will be notified prior to June 29th if their course is not running.</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Please be aware that students will be registered in Prism (our e-learning system) and so will receive a waitlist email from the OeLC when that happens.  Going on a waitlist is a regular part of the registration practice for e-learning courses and summer session courses in Prism don't actually open for students to be picked up until mid- to late-May. <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.limestone.on.ca%2Fsummer_session___secondary_&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%40limestone.on.ca%7Cbd060fd073a8402cb90008dec87ab395%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639168626730512107%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=HKxIgIC2U2f8bBz6BFyG0U1cgsHWt%2Bi1Wi4SFIc9QAU%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://www.limestone.on.ca/summer_session___secondary_. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">Summer Session (Secondary)</a></li></ul> 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" dir="ltr">paquinj@limestone.on.ca</a> ; <a href="https://collinsk@limestone.on.ca/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">collinsk@limestone.on.ca</a> <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/afdec79e-7256-4382-ba33-72452d96ee01?fingerprint=ppb20251217014637" alt="logo" width="101" height="101" style="width:101px;height:101px;display:inline-block;float:left">Bath Spirit Wear</h2>Looking 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" dir="ltr">https://specialtytrophies.ca/bathps/</a><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/c4c8f74c-f23b-48bd-b67f-2ca234aa9c44?fingerprint=ppb20251217014828" alt="week ahead" width="175" height="175" style="width:175px;height:175px;display:inline-block;float:right">This week...</h2> Monday, June 15 (Day 5)Tuesday, June 16 (Day 1)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Judi Montgomery – Knowledge Keeper Visit</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Gr 5/6 to Bath Library –11:30-1:00 </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Lockwood and Bauml – Gymnastics Trip to Trillium </li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">8s and K Buddies Running Club Fun! </li></ul>Wednesday, June 17 (Day 2)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Tour de France – Middle block – Whole School </li></ul>Thursday, June 18 (Day 3)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Grade 8 Grad Trip </li></ul>Friday, June 19 (Day 4)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">7, 8& 4/5A to Gould Lake </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Kinder Celebration </li></ul> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Coming Up....</h2> June 23 - End of the Year Trip – City Park– Nickel, Sparrow, DaCosta, Boutilier, Benest June 23 - Grade 8 GradJune 24 - Provincial Reports and COL go home June 25 - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL  Limestone District School Board is proud to participate in Pride celebrations again this year, and we invite students, staff, and families to join us at upcoming Pride parades in our communities. Everyone is welcome. <hr>Supports for Students and FamiliesWe know many members of our school community are still carrying the weight of the recent months. Supports remain in place and will continue to be available for as long as they are needed. Counselling staff and mental health supports are available to students and staff who may benefit from them.Student safety remains our highest priority. We take all concerns related to safety and wellbeing seriously and are committed to maintaining a safe, supportive, and respectful learning environment across all our schools.As shared with you on Friday, Limestone has engaged an outside party to conduct a review of the existing policies and procedures related to safe schools, to identify any areas where improvements could be made, and to provide any potential recommendations. The board has engaged Dr. Wendy Craig from Queen’s University who brings expertise related to safe schools to lead this review.As a school our focus continues to be supporting students, staff, and families as we continue to grieve and heal together as a community.We remain committed to working with families to maintain a safe and respectful school community. Please do not hesitate to reach out if your student may benefit from additional support.  <img src="/images/01f5da14-ad2a-43fd-a20f-6abc6242685b?fingerprint=ppb20260326235320" alt="Grief" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Signs that may signal a mental health concern in your child:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Frequent changes in mood or emotions</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Persistent sadness or loss of interest in usual activities</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Increased need for reassurance or contact</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Irritability or low frustration tolerance</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Changes in energy, sleep, or appetite</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;">Resources</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Supporting Your Child’s Well-being</a></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Caring for yourself while caring for others. A parent’s guide to self care</a></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">By Your Side</a> (parent/caregiver resources to support mental health learning)</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Maltby Centre</a></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">One Stop Talk</a></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr">Resolve Counselling Services Canada</a><img src="/images/7d6230c7-ab35-4e2b-9e78-a651424d86c4?fingerprint=ppb20260402182134" alt="Maltby May" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/1833c434-fd84-4e20-85d0-2e597cc0b0d7?fingerprint=ppb20260312002137" alt="Crisis Services Handout" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2">School Year Calendar</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</a></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">A PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online. </a></li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967?fingerprint=ppb20251217013147" 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" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Time</a></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Learning block</a></th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">8:55 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Supervision begins on the yard</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">9:10 to 10:50 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">10:50 to 11:30 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Recess and nutrition break</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">11:30 a.m. to 1:10 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block </a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">1:10 to 1:50 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Recess and nutrition break</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">1:50 to 3:30 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">3:30 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Dismissal</a></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" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013406" 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" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="326" height="466" style="width:326px;height:466px;display:inline-block"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/31c66f06-c2c7-4ef1-8d8d-2e2e7505b3ff?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="stay informed" width="173" height="173" style="width:173px;height:173px;display:inline-block;float:left">Information Sharing</h2>Each 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" dir="ltr" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" 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" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/2bd745c8-1a32-525b-80cd-cd974c6f6058/Using%20the%20SchoolMessenger%20App%20for%20SafeArrival.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013419" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013700" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/56167561-f5db-5914-b801-10584900d3ea/Parent%20?fingerprint=20260717T2045Z&%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Board%20mobile%20app.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/321bfdb0-7b47-449b-860d-9689704f8a34?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="insurance" width="135" height="153" style="width:135px;height:153px;display:inline-block;float:left"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Student Accident Insurance</h2>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" dir="ltr">www.insuremykids.com.</a><hr><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/8da2fba9-5e33-4313-86f2-2822afc47153?fingerprint=ppb20251217014314" alt="SAC" width="194" height="178" style="width:194px;height:178px;display:inline-block"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Bath School Advisory Council</h2>Our 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 September 23 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.SAC is updating their contact list. This will be a brand-new list, and the previous one will be cleared. If you would like to receive meeting reminders, minutes, and updates, please click the link below and complete the Google Form :<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc1jC64ylNfX68aE-AdtJ63oQajkqgiX03_TrxeX5jr77sdAA/viewform</a><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">School Trips and Volunteers</h2>Throughout 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" dir="ltr">Link to OPP Criminal Background Checks</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><hr></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/304d9c00-8dec-4ea7-8b9f-bc3b1b4b7f74?fingerprint=ppb20251217013433" 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.<hr><hr><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"></a><img src="/images/1cc9f23c-3196-5454-9c6a-e77a276bf992?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" 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" dir="ltr">https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/</a> <img src="/images/8dbbc8ed-95a6-4e7e-8f8b-bf9d59dd028d?fingerprint=ppb20260402195330" alt="2025 09 12 LDSB Land Acknowledgement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

2026-06-13 12:24:33.371 +0000 UTC

Knights News -June 8-12

<img src="/images/30d22323-a0d8-407b-8db3-29772bd31c43?fingerprint=ppb20260604110005" alt="rainbow art" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/7ddf9689-f882-467e-80b1-da02fd9e4376?fingerprint=ppb20260605200006" alt="almost there" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Dear Bath Families,A huge shout out to everyone who participated in or played a part in preparing students, decorating the halls, and keeping things quiet during EQAO. The process ran very smoothly, and it was clear that students felt prepared, focused, and did their best.One highlight of the week was walking down the primary and junior hallways and seeing the motivational posters made by our intermediate students with care. Here is a video showing what our hallways looked like this week: <a href="https://youtube.com/shorts/JRXZoKXi5Ac?si=f4TmpZ78q0bEdusU" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://youtube.com/shorts/JRXZoKXi5Ac?si=f4TmpZ78q0bEdusU</a>District Track and FieldThis week many of our students participated in the regional track and field meet and 15 Knights qualified to move on to the District event next week. Congratulations to everyone who worked hard and represented our school with pride and sportsmanship.SquishiesAlthough many kids love Squishies they have become an ongoing concern at school. They have led to disagreements over trading and missing items, and when they are damaged, they can create a mess in classrooms, on the yard, and on the bus. They are also becoming a distraction during learning time and are being used more as toys than as tools for focus.For these reasons, we are asking that squishies be kept at home.Kingston FrontenacsIn January,  the Kingston Frontenacs will host their annual Bell Let’s Talk Game and had the idea to bring all students and teachers from Bath to be part of this event to raise awareness and cheer on the Fronts!In preparation, they are working on a “Schedule Release Video” which will come out in a couple of weeks. The marketing team will be coming early next week to invite students from McGrath and Bauml's class, who would be willing, to draw OHL team logos and allow them to film their artwork and potentially some kids to be included in the video. BraveBrave Education will be returning from June 9–11 to deliver classroom-based workshops focused on conflict resolution and student well-being. Supporting positive mental health and relationships remains a key priority for our school. Building on last year’s introductory sessions, these workshops will continue to strengthen students’ social-emotional skills and promote respectful, inclusive interactions.Workshop topics include:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Building Emotional Regulation (Kindergarten to Grade 2)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Bullying, Conflict, and Relationships (Grades 3–7)</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Bystander Awareness (Grade 8)</li></ul>Please refer to the attached PDF for more detailed information about the learning in each session. Families can also access at-home resources through Brave’s resource page.GraduationGrad is getting closer and closer! The grad theme is "Night Sky/Galaxy." Please take a moment to to <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">RSVP </a>with the number of attendees to help us plan seating accordingly.We also encourage families to submit a baby photo for the graduation slideshow. Photos can be emailed to Ms. MacDonald at <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">bathp@limestone.on.ca</a>.As part of our tradition, Grade 7 families are invited to contribute food or drinks for the event, or alternatively, make a donation through School-Day.The event will be held on June 23 from 6:00–7:00 p.m., followed by a celebratory dance. Sincerely, Jean Paquin - Principal & Kevin Collins - Vice Principal<a href="mailto:paquinj@limestone.on.ca" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">paquinj@limestone.on.ca</a> ; <a href="https://collinsk@limestone.on.ca/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">collinsk@limestone.on.ca</a> <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/afdec79e-7256-4382-ba33-72452d96ee01?fingerprint=ppb20251217014637" alt="logo" width="101" height="101" style="width:101px;height:101px;display:inline-block;float:left">Bath Spirit Wear</h2>Looking 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" dir="ltr">https://specialtytrophies.ca/bathps/</a><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/c4c8f74c-f23b-48bd-b67f-2ca234aa9c44?fingerprint=ppb20251217014828" alt="week ahead" width="175" height="175" style="width:175px;height:175px;display:inline-block;float:right">This week...</h2> Monday, June 8 (Day 5)EQAO Make-up Day - Grades 3&6 Fire DrillTuesday, June 9 (Day 1)Hay/Boutilier Bath Library DISTRICT track and field MEET – INVISTA Brave:  Kinder, McGrath, Lockwood, BaumlWednesday, June 10 (Day 2)Brave: Sparrow, Nickel, Morrisey, Kyte Joes Music Mill 75-minute sessions   – 9:10 Hay & 11:30 - Lockwood Thursday, June 11 (Day 3)Volunteer Breakfast in the Library Benest/DaCosta –Bath Library Ultimate Frisbee Tournament – Nickel Brave: Da Costa, Hay, Benest, BoutillierFriday, June 12 (Day 4)Bright Colours, Tie Dye Explosion or Rainbow Day Ultimate Frisbee Tournament – Rain Date  <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Coming Up....</h2> June 16 - Judi Montgomery – Knowledge Keeper June 16 - Gr 5/6 to Bath Library –11:30-1:00 June 16 - Lockwood and Bauml – Gymnastics Trip to Trillium June 18 - Grade 8 Grad Trip June 19 - DaCosta, Kyte, Morrisey to Gould Lake June 23 - End of the Year Trip – City Park– Nickel, Sparrow, DaCosta, Boutilier, Benest June 23 - Grade 8 GradJune 24 - Provincial Reports and COL go home June 25 - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL  Limestone District School Board is proud to participate in Pride celebrations again this year, and we invite students, staff, and families to join us at upcoming Pride parades in our communities. Everyone is welcome.<img src="/images/3fce1657-8d05-406c-b9a6-e68fc74db35d?fingerprint=ppb20260523125930" alt="Pride parades" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr>Supports for Students and FamiliesWe know many members of our school community are still carrying the weight of the recent months. Supports remain in place and will continue to be available for as long as they are needed. Counselling staff and mental health supports are available to students and staff who may benefit from them.Student safety remains our highest priority. We take all concerns related to safety and wellbeing seriously and are committed to maintaining a safe, supportive, and respectful learning environment across all our schools.As shared with you on Friday, Limestone has engaged an outside party to conduct a review of the existing policies and procedures related to safe schools, to identify any areas where improvements could be made, and to provide any potential recommendations. The board has engaged Dr. Wendy Craig from Queen’s University who brings expertise related to safe schools to lead this review.As a school our focus continues to be supporting students, staff, and families as we continue to grieve and heal together as a community.We remain committed to working with families to maintain a safe and respectful school community. Please do not hesitate to reach out if your student may benefit from additional support.  <img src="/images/01f5da14-ad2a-43fd-a20f-6abc6242685b?fingerprint=ppb20260326235320" alt="Grief" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Signs that may signal a mental health concern in your child:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Frequent changes in mood or emotions</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Persistent sadness or loss of interest in usual activities</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Increased need for reassurance or contact</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Irritability or low frustration tolerance</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Changes in energy, sleep, or appetite</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;">Resources</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Supporting Your Child’s Well-being</a></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Caring for yourself while caring for others. A parent’s guide to self care</a></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">By Your Side</a> (parent/caregiver resources to support mental health learning)</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Maltby Centre</a></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">One Stop Talk</a></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr">Resolve Counselling Services Canada</a><img src="/images/7d6230c7-ab35-4e2b-9e78-a651424d86c4?fingerprint=ppb20260402182134" alt="Maltby May" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/1833c434-fd84-4e20-85d0-2e597cc0b0d7?fingerprint=ppb20260312002137" alt="Crisis Services Handout" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2">School Year Calendar</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</a></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">A PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online. </a></li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967?fingerprint=ppb20251217013147" 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" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Time</a></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Learning block</a></th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">8:55 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Supervision begins on the yard</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">9:10 to 10:50 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">10:50 to 11:30 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Recess and nutrition break</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">11:30 a.m. to 1:10 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block </a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">1:10 to 1:50 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Recess and nutrition break</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">1:50 to 3:30 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">3:30 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Dismissal</a></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" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013406" 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" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="326" height="466" style="width:326px;height:466px;display:inline-block"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/31c66f06-c2c7-4ef1-8d8d-2e2e7505b3ff?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="stay informed" width="173" height="173" style="width:173px;height:173px;display:inline-block;float:left">Information Sharing</h2>Each 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" dir="ltr" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" 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" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/2bd745c8-1a32-525b-80cd-cd974c6f6058/Using%20the%20SchoolMessenger%20App%20for%20SafeArrival.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013419" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013700" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/56167561-f5db-5914-b801-10584900d3ea/Parent%20?fingerprint=20260717T2045Z&%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Board%20mobile%20app.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/321bfdb0-7b47-449b-860d-9689704f8a34?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="insurance" width="135" height="153" style="width:135px;height:153px;display:inline-block;float:left"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Student Accident Insurance</h2>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" dir="ltr">www.insuremykids.com.</a><hr><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/8da2fba9-5e33-4313-86f2-2822afc47153?fingerprint=ppb20251217014314" alt="SAC" width="194" height="178" style="width:194px;height:178px;display:inline-block"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Bath School Advisory Council</h2>Our 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 September 23 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.SAC is updating their contact list. This will be a brand-new list, and the previous one will be cleared. If you would like to receive meeting reminders, minutes, and updates, please click the link below and complete the Google Form :<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc1jC64ylNfX68aE-AdtJ63oQajkqgiX03_TrxeX5jr77sdAA/viewform</a><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">School Trips and Volunteers</h2>Throughout 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" dir="ltr">Link to OPP Criminal Background Checks</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><hr></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/304d9c00-8dec-4ea7-8b9f-bc3b1b4b7f74?fingerprint=ppb20251217013433" 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.<hr><hr><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"></a><img src="/images/1cc9f23c-3196-5454-9c6a-e77a276bf992?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" 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" dir="ltr">https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/</a> <img src="/images/8dbbc8ed-95a6-4e7e-8f8b-bf9d59dd028d?fingerprint=ppb20260402195330" alt="2025 09 12 LDSB Land Acknowledgement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

2026-06-05 20:28:21.98 +0000 UTC

Knights News -June 1-5

<img src="/images/06960447-41ec-4744-8add-ec0df3acffde?fingerprint=ppb20260528005653" alt="hands" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/5cd49cd5-1015-4779-8516-ca2b4af6980f?fingerprint=ppb20260528005619" alt="June Collage" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Dear Bath Families,June has arrived, and the final stretch of the school year is well underway. As we spend more time outdoors enjoying the warmer weather, we kindly ask that students come prepared with sunscreen and hats for sun protection. While sandals and Crocs are comfortable, please also ensure your child has appropriate running shoes available so they can safely participate in outdoor activities and physical education.We would like to extend our sincere thanks to our School Advisory Council for their generous support in funding Michael Laughlin presentation on Friday. What a great way to end our week! Michael's powerful story of resilience and perseverance was an inspiring experience for our students.Over the coming weeks, we will also be conducting several fire drills to ensure that our emergency procedures remain well understood and up to date.Goodbye Mr. Collins, Welcome Mr. BoyceAs shared previously, Kevin Collins—who has made a significant and positive impact in his role as Vice Principal and Student Support Teacher—will be moving to École Maple Public School in September. We are grateful for his leadership and dedication to our school community, and while he will be missed, we wish him continued success in his new role. We are also pleased to welcome Drew Boyce, currently Vice Principal at Amherstview Public School, who will be joining our team this fall. We look forward to the experience and energy he will bring to Bath.BraveBrave Education will be returning from June 9–11 to deliver classroom-based workshops focused on conflict resolution and student well-being. Supporting positive mental health and relationships remains a key priority for our school. Building on last year’s introductory sessions, these workshops will continue to strengthen students’ social-emotional skills and promote respectful, inclusive interactions.Workshop topics include:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Building Emotional Regulation (Kindergarten to Grade 2)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Bullying, Conflict, and Relationships (Grades 3–7)</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Bystander Awareness (Grade 8)</li></ul>Please refer to the attached PDF for more detailed information about the learning in each session. Families can also access at-home resources through Brave’s resource page.PIC Speaker EventThe Limestone District School Board Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) is hosting a virtual speaker event on Friday, June 5, focused on cyber safety and emerging issues. Please see the attached flyer for additional details.GraduationOur Grade 8 students are busy preparing for their upcoming graduation, which will be held on June 23 from 6:00–7:00 p.m., followed by a celebratory dance. While there is no limit on guest attendance, families are asked to <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">RSVP </a>with the number of attendees to help us plan seating accordingly.We also encourage families to submit a baby photo for the graduation slideshow. Photos can be emailed to Ms. MacDonald at <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">bathp@limestone.on.ca</a>.As part of our tradition, Grade 7 families are invited to contribute food or drinks for the event, or alternatively, make a donation through School-Day.We look forward to celebrating this special milestone with our graduates and their families. Grade 8 students should also note that their graduation trip will take place on Thursday, June 18, with destination details to be shared soon.Sincerely, Jean Paquin - Principal & Kevin Collins - Vice Principal<a href="mailto:paquinj@limestone.on.ca" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">paquinj@limestone.on.ca</a> ; <a href="https://collinsk@limestone.on.ca/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">collinsk@limestone.on.ca</a><img src="/images/250bc86c-7472-4ed1-a51c-04901aeea84c?fingerprint=ppb20260523121049" alt="PIC speaker" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/afdec79e-7256-4382-ba33-72452d96ee01?fingerprint=ppb20251217014637" alt="logo" width="101" height="101" style="width:101px;height:101px;display:inline-block;float:left">Bath Spirit Wear</h2>Looking 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" dir="ltr">https://specialtytrophies.ca/bathps/</a><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/c4c8f74c-f23b-48bd-b67f-2ca234aa9c44?fingerprint=ppb20251217014828" alt="week ahead" width="175" height="175" style="width:175px;height:175px;display:inline-block;float:right">This week...</h2> Monday, June 1 (Day 5)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Ontario Day</li></ul>Tuesday, June 2 (Day 1)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">EQAO Day 1 - Grades 3&6 </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">REGIONAL Track and Field MEET – INVISTA </li></ul>Wednesday, June 3 (Day 2)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">EQAO Day 2 - Grades 3&6 </li></ul>Thursday, June 4 (Day 3)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">EQAO Day 3 - Grades 3&6 </li></ul>Friday, June 5 (Day 4)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">EQAO Day 4 - Grades 3&6 </li></ul> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Coming Up....</h2> June 9 - DISTRICT track and field MEET – INVISTA June 9-11 Brave WorkshopsJune 11 - Volunteer Breakfast in the Library June 11 - Benest/DaCosta –Bath Library June 11 - Ultimate Frisbee TournamentJune 12 - Bright Colours Day or Tie Dye Explosion Day June 16 - Judi Montgomery – Knowledge Keeper June 16 - Gr 5/6 to Bath Library –11:30-1:00 June 16 - Lockwood and Bauml – Gymnastics Trip to Trillium June 18 - Grade 8 Grad Trip June 19 - DaCosta, Kyte, Morrisey to Gould Lake June 23 - End of the Year Trip – City Park– Nickel, Sparrow, DaCosta, Boutilier, Benest June 23 - Grade 8 GradJune 24 - Provincial Reports and COL go home June 25 - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL  Limestone District School Board is proud to participate in Pride celebrations again this year, and we invite students, staff, and families to join us at upcoming Pride parades in our communities. Everyone is welcome.<img src="/images/3fce1657-8d05-406c-b9a6-e68fc74db35d?fingerprint=ppb20260523125930" alt="Pride parades" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr>Supports for Students and FamiliesWe know many members of our school community are still carrying the weight of the recent months. Supports remain in place and will continue to be available for as long as they are needed. Counselling staff and mental health supports are available to students and staff who may benefit from them.Student safety remains our highest priority. We take all concerns related to safety and wellbeing seriously and are committed to maintaining a safe, supportive, and respectful learning environment across all our schools.As shared with you on Friday, Limestone has engaged an outside party to conduct a review of the existing policies and procedures related to safe schools, to identify any areas where improvements could be made, and to provide any potential recommendations. The board has engaged Dr. Wendy Craig from Queen’s University who brings expertise related to safe schools to lead this review.As a school our focus continues to be supporting students, staff, and families as we continue to grieve and heal together as a community.We remain committed to working with families to maintain a safe and respectful school community. Please do not hesitate to reach out if your student may benefit from additional support.  <img src="/images/01f5da14-ad2a-43fd-a20f-6abc6242685b?fingerprint=ppb20260326235320" alt="Grief" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Signs that may signal a mental health concern in your child:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Frequent changes in mood or emotions</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Persistent sadness or loss of interest in usual activities</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Increased need for reassurance or contact</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Irritability or low frustration tolerance</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Changes in energy, sleep, or appetite</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;">Resources</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Supporting Your Child’s Well-being</a></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Caring for yourself while caring for others. A parent’s guide to self care</a></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">By Your Side</a> (parent/caregiver resources to support mental health learning)</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Maltby Centre</a></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">One Stop Talk</a></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr">Resolve Counselling Services Canada</a><img src="/images/7d6230c7-ab35-4e2b-9e78-a651424d86c4?fingerprint=ppb20260402182134" alt="Maltby May" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/1833c434-fd84-4e20-85d0-2e597cc0b0d7?fingerprint=ppb20260312002137" alt="Crisis Services Handout" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2">School Year Calendar</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</a></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">A PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online. </a></li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967?fingerprint=ppb20251217013147" 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" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Time</a></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Learning block</a></th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">8:55 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Supervision begins on the yard</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">9:10 to 10:50 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">10:50 to 11:30 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Recess and nutrition break</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">11:30 a.m. to 1:10 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block </a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">1:10 to 1:50 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Recess and nutrition break</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">1:50 to 3:30 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">3:30 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Dismissal</a></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" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013406" 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" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="326" height="466" style="width:326px;height:466px;display:inline-block"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/31c66f06-c2c7-4ef1-8d8d-2e2e7505b3ff?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="stay informed" width="173" height="173" style="width:173px;height:173px;display:inline-block;float:left">Information Sharing</h2>Each 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" dir="ltr" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" 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" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/2bd745c8-1a32-525b-80cd-cd974c6f6058/Using%20the%20SchoolMessenger%20App%20for%20SafeArrival.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013419" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013700" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/56167561-f5db-5914-b801-10584900d3ea/Parent%20?fingerprint=20260717T2045Z&%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Board%20mobile%20app.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/321bfdb0-7b47-449b-860d-9689704f8a34?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="insurance" width="135" height="153" style="width:135px;height:153px;display:inline-block;float:left"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Student Accident Insurance</h2>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" dir="ltr">www.insuremykids.com.</a><hr><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/8da2fba9-5e33-4313-86f2-2822afc47153?fingerprint=ppb20251217014314" alt="SAC" width="194" height="178" style="width:194px;height:178px;display:inline-block"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Bath School Advisory Council</h2>Our 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 May 27th 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.SAC is updating their contact list. This will be a brand-new list, and the previous one will be cleared. If you would like to receive meeting reminders, minutes, and updates, please click the link below and complete the Google Form :<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc1jC64ylNfX68aE-AdtJ63oQajkqgiX03_TrxeX5jr77sdAA/viewform</a><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">School Trips and Volunteers</h2>Throughout 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" dir="ltr">Link to OPP Criminal Background Checks</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><hr></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/304d9c00-8dec-4ea7-8b9f-bc3b1b4b7f74?fingerprint=ppb20251217013433" 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.<hr><hr><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"></a><img src="/images/1cc9f23c-3196-5454-9c6a-e77a276bf992?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" 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" dir="ltr">https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/</a> <img src="/images/8dbbc8ed-95a6-4e7e-8f8b-bf9d59dd028d?fingerprint=ppb20260402195330" alt="2025 09 12 LDSB Land Acknowledgement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

2026-05-29 15:41:08.09 +0000 UTC

Knights News - May 25-29

<img src="/images/1f8f6cab-8359-446f-afce-a9b52e2d41bc?fingerprint=ppb20260523112844" alt="rainbow" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/e5411c8d-38c2-4c96-b8fd-bf7483351df6?fingerprint=ppb20260523112924" alt="end of may" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Dear Bath Families,We have another short week ahead as we continue through the busy month of May.We would also like to share a staffing update for next year. Kevin Collins, who has done an outstanding job as our Vice Principal and Student Support Teacher, will be moving to École Maple Public School in September. We are grateful for his leadership and the positive impact he has had on our school community, and while he will be greatly missed, we know he will continue to do wonderful work at Maple.At the same time, we are pleased to welcome Drew Boyce, currently Vice Principal at Amherstview Public School, to Bath. Mr. Boyce brings a wealth of experience and enthusiasm, and we look forward to him joining our team in the fall.Upcoming PresentationsWe are very excited to have several meaningful upcoming presentations for students.On May 28 at 2:00 p.m., Michael Laughlin will present to the whole school. Michael is a professional speaker and Canada’s first above-the-knee amputee to work full-time as a firefighter. His story of resilience includes overcoming significant personal challenges, and his presentation will be age-appropriate for our students. This opportunity is funded by SAC—thank you for your support.Brave Education will return from June 9–11 to deliver conflict resolution workshops in each classroom.Supporting student well-being continues to be a central focus at our school. Last year, all classes were introduced to Brave through in-class workshops, and we are pleased to build on that foundation this year. These sessions are designed to strengthen students’ social-emotional skills, helping them develop healthy relationships and promote positive, respectful interactions throughout our school community. Workshops <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdrive.google.com%2Ffile%2Fd%2F1HulQDKAkX7CrKvEeDJELNRm4Y5PBrpf7%2Fview%3Fusp%3Ddrive_link&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%40limestone.on.ca%7C16874078fd6d44f1287a08deb839bfd2%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639150755368233080%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=4G5v9JvDD3Z8wSPPl40cSh1s4QaH6fejZxd3EJPpMH8%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HulQDKAkX7CrKvEeDJELNRm4Y5PBrpf7/view?usp=drive_link. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">Bullying, Conflict, and Relationships</a>: Grades 3-7 <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdrive.google.com%2Ffile%2Fd%2F1XHBejnoVcMhw0muHF_msLw__M45HNkTL%2Fview%3Fusp%3Ddrive_link&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%40limestone.on.ca%7C16874078fd6d44f1287a08deb839bfd2%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639150755368272951%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=McnIvdXycbPPjD1kMNw8C%2F1WIFDe84cocAUVgV0O4cU%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XHBejnoVcMhw0muHF_msLw__M45HNkTL/view?usp=drive_link. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">Building Emotional Regulation</a>: Grades k-2 <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdrive.google.com%2Ffile%2Fd%2F10cwmx6rJRmIFcmkdJuxN0OnPwrVioNZn%2Fview%3Fusp%3Ddrive_link&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%40limestone.on.ca%7C16874078fd6d44f1287a08deb839bfd2%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639150755368288002%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=iptRY77zQH3tP4Br%2BjX6TYVbG1yo6rAI8Jqk79yLY1g%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://drive.google.com/file/d/10cwmx6rJRmIFcmkdJuxN0OnPwrVioNZn/view?usp=drive_link. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">Bystander</a>: Grade 8 Please see the PDF for detailed information about what students will be learning. For at-home resources, please visit Brave’s <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbraveeducation.com%2Fparents%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%40limestone.on.ca%7C16874078fd6d44f1287a08deb839bfd2%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639150755368302150%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=tn1F6zDEWyDlImd3128lKGG%2B8zUNmd1pIQab0yOejEE%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://braveeducation.com/parents/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">resource</a> page. PIC Speaker EventThe LDSB Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) is hosting a virtual speaker event on Friday, June 5, focused on cyber safety and emerging issues. LDSB Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) has organized a guest speaker/event on Friday June 5th focused on cyber safety and emerging issues. Please see the <a href="https://limestoneschools-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/personal/paquinj_limestone_on_ca/IQADkdkzvlFPQ6QW41gceqp0AYGwFJEFzN3PWiPe0oZj5gQ?e=SVag3h" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">attached flyer</a> for more information. GraduationIt’s hard to believe that our Grade 8 students are already preparing for their graduation ceremony. This special event will take place on June 23 from 6:00–7:00 p.m., followed by a dance to celebrate.While there is no limit on the number of guests, we kindly ask families to <a href="https://forms.gle/43j5QFtJX1miifDs8" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">RSVP</a> with the number of attendees so we can ensure there is enough seating. We also invite families to share a baby photo of their graduate for our slideshow—these can be emailed to Ms. MacDonald at <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">bathp@limestone.on.ca</a>.In keeping with tradition, Grade 7 families are asked to contribute food and drinks for the event, or alternatively, make a monetary donation through School-Day.We are looking forward to celebrating this exciting milestone with our graduates and their families. Grade 8 students should also mark their calendars for the graduation trip on Thursday, June 18. The destination will be revealed on Monday, with more details to follow.Sincerely, Jean Paquin - Principal & Kevin Collins - Vice Principal<a href="mailto:paquinj@limestone.on.ca" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">paquinj@limestone.on.ca</a> ; <a href="https://collinsk@limestone.on.ca/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">collinsk@limestone.on.ca</a><img src="/images/250bc86c-7472-4ed1-a51c-04901aeea84c?fingerprint=ppb20260523121049" alt="PIC speaker" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/afdec79e-7256-4382-ba33-72452d96ee01?fingerprint=ppb20251217014637" alt="logo" width="101" height="101" style="width:101px;height:101px;display:inline-block;float:left">Bath Spirit Wear</h2>Looking 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" dir="ltr">https://specialtytrophies.ca/bathps/</a><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/c4c8f74c-f23b-48bd-b67f-2ca234aa9c44?fingerprint=ppb20251217014828" alt="week ahead" width="175" height="175" style="width:175px;height:175px;display:inline-block;float:right">This week...</h2> Monday, May 25 (Day 5)Tuesday, May 26 (Day 1)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Gr 5/6 to Bath Library –11:30-1:00 </li></ul>Wednesday, May 27 (Day 2)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">SAC Meeting 6:30</li></ul>Thursday, May 28 (Day 3)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Michael Laughlin Presentation 2:00 in gym </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Kindergarten Popsicle Party 2 – 3 with families outside </li></ul>Friday, May 29 <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">PA Day</li></ul> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Coming Up....</h2> June 2-5 EQAO for Grade 3 & 6June 2 - REGIONAL Track and Field MEET – INVISTA June 9 - DISTRICT track and field MEET – INVISTA June 9-11 Brave WorkshopsJune 11 - Volunteer Breakfast in the Library June 11 - Benest/DaCosta –Bath Library June 11 - Ultimate Frisbee TournamentJune 12 - Bright Colours Day or Tie Dye Explosion Day June 16 - Judi Montgomery – Knowledge Keeper June 16 - Gr 5/6 to Bath Library –11:30-1:00 June 16 - Lockwood and Bauml – Gymnastics Trip to Trillium June 18 - Grade 8 Grad Trip June 19 - DaCosta, Kyte, Morrisey to Gould Lake June 23 - End of the Year Trip – City Park– Nickel, Sparrow, DaCosta, Boutilier, Benest June 23 - Grade 8 GradJune 24 - Provincial Reports and COL go home June 25 - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL  Limestone District School Board is proud to participate in Pride celebrations again this year, and we invite students, staff, and families to join us at upcoming Pride parades in our communities. Everyone is welcome.<img src="/images/3fce1657-8d05-406c-b9a6-e68fc74db35d?fingerprint=ppb20260523125930" alt="Pride parades" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr>Supports for Students and FamiliesWe know many members of our school community are still carrying the weight of the recent months. Supports remain in place and will continue to be available for as long as they are needed. Counselling staff and mental health supports are available to students and staff who may benefit from them.Student safety remains our highest priority. We take all concerns related to safety and wellbeing seriously and are committed to maintaining a safe, supportive, and respectful learning environment across all our schools.As shared with you on Friday, Limestone has engaged an outside party to conduct a review of the existing policies and procedures related to safe schools, to identify any areas where improvements could be made, and to provide any potential recommendations. The board has engaged Dr. Wendy Craig from Queen’s University who brings expertise related to safe schools to lead this review.As a school our focus continues to be supporting students, staff, and families as we continue to grieve and heal together as a community.We remain committed to working with families to maintain a safe and respectful school community. Please do not hesitate to reach out if your student may benefit from additional support.  <img src="/images/01f5da14-ad2a-43fd-a20f-6abc6242685b?fingerprint=ppb20260326235320" alt="Grief" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Signs that may signal a mental health concern in your child:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Frequent changes in mood or emotions</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Persistent sadness or loss of interest in usual activities</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Increased need for reassurance or contact</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Irritability or low frustration tolerance</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Changes in energy, sleep, or appetite</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;">Resources</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Supporting Your Child’s Well-being</a></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Caring for yourself while caring for others. A parent’s guide to self care</a></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">By Your Side</a> (parent/caregiver resources to support mental health learning)</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Maltby Centre</a></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">One Stop Talk</a></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr">Resolve Counselling Services Canada</a><img src="/images/7d6230c7-ab35-4e2b-9e78-a651424d86c4?fingerprint=ppb20260402182134" alt="Maltby May" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/1833c434-fd84-4e20-85d0-2e597cc0b0d7?fingerprint=ppb20260312002137" alt="Crisis Services Handout" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2">School Year Calendar</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</a></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">A PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online. </a></li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967?fingerprint=ppb20251217013147" 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" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Time</a></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Learning block</a></th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">8:55 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Supervision begins on the yard</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">9:10 to 10:50 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">10:50 to 11:30 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Recess and nutrition break</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">11:30 a.m. to 1:10 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block </a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">1:10 to 1:50 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Recess and nutrition break</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">1:50 to 3:30 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">3:30 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Dismissal</a></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" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013406" 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" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="326" height="466" style="width:326px;height:466px;display:inline-block"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/31c66f06-c2c7-4ef1-8d8d-2e2e7505b3ff?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="stay informed" width="173" height="173" style="width:173px;height:173px;display:inline-block;float:left">Information Sharing</h2>Each 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" dir="ltr" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" 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" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/2bd745c8-1a32-525b-80cd-cd974c6f6058/Using%20the%20SchoolMessenger%20App%20for%20SafeArrival.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013419" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013700" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/56167561-f5db-5914-b801-10584900d3ea/Parent%20?fingerprint=20260717T2045Z&%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Board%20mobile%20app.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/321bfdb0-7b47-449b-860d-9689704f8a34?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="insurance" width="135" height="153" style="width:135px;height:153px;display:inline-block;float:left"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Student Accident Insurance</h2>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" dir="ltr">www.insuremykids.com.</a><hr><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/8da2fba9-5e33-4313-86f2-2822afc47153?fingerprint=ppb20251217014314" alt="SAC" width="194" height="178" style="width:194px;height:178px;display:inline-block"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Bath School Advisory Council</h2>Our 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 May 27th 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.SAC is updating their contact list. This will be a brand-new list, and the previous one will be cleared. If you would like to receive meeting reminders, minutes, and updates, please click the link below and complete the Google Form :<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc1jC64ylNfX68aE-AdtJ63oQajkqgiX03_TrxeX5jr77sdAA/viewform</a><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">School Trips and Volunteers</h2>Throughout 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" dir="ltr">Link to OPP Criminal Background Checks</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><hr></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/304d9c00-8dec-4ea7-8b9f-bc3b1b4b7f74?fingerprint=ppb20251217013433" 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.<hr><hr><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"></a><img src="/images/1cc9f23c-3196-5454-9c6a-e77a276bf992?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" 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" dir="ltr">https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/</a> <img src="/images/8dbbc8ed-95a6-4e7e-8f8b-bf9d59dd028d?fingerprint=ppb20260402195330" alt="2025 09 12 LDSB Land Acknowledgement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

2026-05-23 13:39:09.287 +0000 UTC

Knights News - May 18-22

<img src="/images/ffb2b064-0cae-4ee9-841f-4ee3cc1413e4?fingerprint=ppb20260513220321" alt="dafodills" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/e02b2781-c91e-46f3-9fc0-77330f087a31?fingerprint=ppb20260515184142" alt="Track Pic" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Dear Bath Families,We hope all of our families enjoy a beautiful and well-deserved long weekend. It’s hard to believe we have just 30 days of school remaining—what an incredible time of year as we celebrate learning, growth, and achievement together.This past week was full of exciting opportunities for our students. From the Sustainability Fair and soccer practices and tryouts, to EQAO preparation, field trips, the job fair, and ongoing track and field events—it has truly been a week to celebrate student engagement and success. Thank you to our staff and volunteers for making these meaningful experiences possible.As always, we encourage families to continue checking School-Day and weekly newsletters to stay informed and provide permission for school activities.Track and Field DayFriday’s in-school Track and Field Day was a tremendous success. It was wonderful to welcome so many families and to see our students demonstrate their athleticism, teamwork, and sportsmanship across all events. Whether running, jumping, or competing in field events, students showed great effort and perseverance throughout the day.A sincere thank you to our teachers and staff for their organization and commitment in making the day so memorable. We also extend our appreciation to everyone who supported the Grade 8 Graduation barbecue and canteen, which raised an impressive $850. Go Knights Go!Presentations and Guest SpeakersOn Friday, students in Grades 1–6 enjoyed an engaging Earth Rangers presentation focused on environmental conservation and the importance of protecting our planet.Looking ahead, we are pleased to welcome Michael Laughlin to our school on May 28 at 2:00 p.m. Michael is a professional speaker and Canada’s first above-knee amputee full-time firefighter. He shares his powerful personal story of resilience, overcoming adversity, and perseverance in an age-appropriate and inspiring way for students. This presentation has been generously funded by our School Advisory Council—thank you for your continued support.Sincerely, Jean Paquin - Principal & Kevin Collins - Vice Principal<a href="mailto:paquinj@limestone.on.ca" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">paquinj@limestone.on.ca</a> ; <a href="https://collinsk@limestone.on.ca/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">collinsk@limestone.on.ca</a> <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/afdec79e-7256-4382-ba33-72452d96ee01?fingerprint=ppb20251217014637" alt="logo" width="101" height="101" style="width:101px;height:101px;display:inline-block;float:left">Bath Spirit Wear</h2>Looking 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" dir="ltr">https://specialtytrophies.ca/bathps/</a><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/c4c8f74c-f23b-48bd-b67f-2ca234aa9c44?fingerprint=ppb20251217014828" alt="week ahead" width="175" height="175" style="width:175px;height:175px;display:inline-block;float:right">This week...</h2> Monday, May 18 <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">VICTORIA DAY - No school for staff or students</li></ul>Tuesday, May 19 (Day 1)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Junior Girls soccer practice 1st recess </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Junior Boys soccer practice 2nd recess</li></ul>Wednesday, May 20 (Day 2)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Welcome to Kindergarten </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Junior Boys and Junior Girls Soccer Tournament </li></ul>Thursday, May 21 (Day 3)Friday, May 22 (Day 4)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Gould Lake – 4 classes – Nickel, Sparrow, McGrath, Lockwood </li></ul> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Coming Up....</h2> May 27 - SAC Meeting 6:30May 29 - PA Day <hr>Supports for Students and Families We know many members of our school community are still carrying the weight of the recent months. Supports remain in place and will continue to be available for as long as they are needed. Counselling staff and mental health supports are available to students and staff who may benefit from them.Student safety remains our highest priority. We take all concerns related to safety and wellbeing seriously and are committed to maintaining a safe, supportive, and respectful learning environment across all our schools.As shared with you on Friday, Limestone has engaged an outside party to conduct a review of the existing policies and procedures related to safe schools, to identify any areas where improvements could be made, and to provide any potential recommendations. The board has engaged Dr. Wendy Craig from Queen’s University who brings expertise related to safe schools to lead this review.As a school our focus continues to be supporting students, staff, and families as we continue to grieve and heal together as a community.We remain committed to working with families to maintain a safe and respectful school community. Please do not hesitate to reach out if your student may benefit from additional support.  <img src="/images/01f5da14-ad2a-43fd-a20f-6abc6242685b?fingerprint=ppb20260326235320" alt="Grief" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Signs that may signal a mental health concern in your child:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Frequent changes in mood or emotions</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Persistent sadness or loss of interest in usual activities</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Increased need for reassurance or contact</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Irritability or low frustration tolerance</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Changes in energy, sleep, or appetite</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;">Resources</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Supporting Your Child’s Well-being</a></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Caring for yourself while caring for others. A parent’s guide to self care</a></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">By Your Side</a> (parent/caregiver resources to support mental health learning)</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Maltby Centre</a></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">One Stop Talk</a></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr">Resolve Counselling Services Canada</a><img src="/images/7d6230c7-ab35-4e2b-9e78-a651424d86c4?fingerprint=ppb20260402182134" alt="Maltby May" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/1833c434-fd84-4e20-85d0-2e597cc0b0d7?fingerprint=ppb20260312002137" alt="Crisis Services Handout" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2">School Year Calendar</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</a></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">A PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online. </a></li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967?fingerprint=ppb20251217013147" 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" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Time</a></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Learning block</a></th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">8:55 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Supervision begins on the yard</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">9:10 to 10:50 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">10:50 to 11:30 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Recess and nutrition break</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">11:30 a.m. to 1:10 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block </a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">1:10 to 1:50 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Recess and nutrition break</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">1:50 to 3:30 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">3:30 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Dismissal</a></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" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013406" 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" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="326" height="466" style="width:326px;height:466px;display:inline-block"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/31c66f06-c2c7-4ef1-8d8d-2e2e7505b3ff?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="stay informed" width="173" height="173" style="width:173px;height:173px;display:inline-block;float:left">Information Sharing</h2>Each 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" dir="ltr" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" 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" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/2bd745c8-1a32-525b-80cd-cd974c6f6058/Using%20the%20SchoolMessenger%20App%20for%20SafeArrival.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013419" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013700" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/56167561-f5db-5914-b801-10584900d3ea/Parent%20?fingerprint=20260717T2045Z&%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Board%20mobile%20app.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/321bfdb0-7b47-449b-860d-9689704f8a34?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="insurance" width="135" height="153" style="width:135px;height:153px;display:inline-block;float:left"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Student Accident Insurance</h2>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" dir="ltr">www.insuremykids.com.</a><hr><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/8da2fba9-5e33-4313-86f2-2822afc47153?fingerprint=ppb20251217014314" alt="SAC" width="194" height="178" style="width:194px;height:178px;display:inline-block"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Bath School Advisory Council</h2>Our 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 May 27th 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.SAC is updating their contact list. This will be a brand-new list, and the previous one will be cleared. If you would like to receive meeting reminders, minutes, and updates, please click the link below and complete the Google Form :<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc1jC64ylNfX68aE-AdtJ63oQajkqgiX03_TrxeX5jr77sdAA/viewform</a><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">School Trips and Volunteers</h2>Throughout 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" dir="ltr">Link to OPP Criminal Background Checks</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><hr></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/304d9c00-8dec-4ea7-8b9f-bc3b1b4b7f74?fingerprint=ppb20251217013433" 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.<hr><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><img src="/images/53dd6935-3eea-4ec1-94ef-db034709405c?fingerprint=ppb20251217013751" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014220" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013934" alt="Immunization" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/1cc9f23c-3196-5454-9c6a-e77a276bf992?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" 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" dir="ltr">https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/</a> <img src="/images/8dbbc8ed-95a6-4e7e-8f8b-bf9d59dd028d?fingerprint=ppb20260402195330" alt="2025 09 12 LDSB Land Acknowledgement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

2026-05-16 00:26:59.09 +0000 UTC

Knights News - May 11-15

<img src="/images/9374c956-4329-4720-b96a-cf677bd644e8?fingerprint=ppb20260506230637" alt="earth" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/58524a66-8f9f-42a4-b534-d6fd473b10c3?fingerprint=ppb20260506230708" alt="midmay" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Dear Bath Families,Wishing a very happy Mother's day to all who celebrate - honouring all the people who have shaped our lives with nurturing love.It has been a wonderful week of showcasing and celebrating student learning, skills, and growth across the school.On Wednesday, our Grade 7 students presented their environmental posters, engaging in thoughtful discussions with visiting classes. It was inspiring to see them confidently share their learning and make meaningful connections to environmental issues.Our cross-country runners participated in the LCVI Road Race, demonstrating impressive grit and determination despite rainy, cool conditions. We are proud of their perseverance and wish them continued success as they prepare for the upcoming NDSS Hawk Run and our school Track and Field Day.On Thursday, our Junior Basketball teams competed in their season tournament, representing our school with skill, effort, and excellent sportsmanship.Looking ahead, our Grade 8 students will showcase their sustainable energy projects on Monday as part of their Science learning. Students have designed and built models of various energy sources and evaluated their viability based on research, considering their potential use within Canada.Our school Track and Field Day will take place on May 13 (rain date: May 14). Students in Grades 3–8 will participate in a variety of events, and families are warmly invited to attend and cheer them on. A cash canteen will be available, and hot dogs can be pre-ordered through School-Day. With a busy May already underway, we are hopeful for beautiful weather!On May 15, Earth Rangers will visit for an engaging and informative assembly for students in Grades 1–6. Earth Rangers is a non-profit organization dedicated to environmental education and conservation. This year’s presentation is designed as a fast-paced game show, where students work together to answer questions, make eco-conscious decisions, and tackle environmental challenges while learning important science concepts.As always, please continue to check School-Day for important updates, including purchases such as hot dogs, as well as field trip and sports permission forms. Track and Field InformationBath Meet: Wednesday, May 13th, 9:30 - 3:15Rain date: Thursday, May 14thThe schedule of events is attached. All grade 3 - 8 students are participating. Spectators are welcome.Grade 3 & 4: AtomGrade 5 & 6: BantamGrade 7 & 8: Senior Dress for the weather! Please wear running shoes but NOT cleats. Cleats are not allowed at any of the meets. Be sure to have sunscreen, a hat, and water. Electronics are not allowed. There will be a canteen and hot dogs available for pre-order, with funds going to support the Grade 8 graduation trip; however, please bring a healthy lunch for the day along with plenty of water in a reusable bottle. *** The 100 m and 200 m will be run in heats with a final. Other races are timed finals. Students participating in the long jump will have a practice jump and one measured jump. The top 10 distances will go on and get a second jump.Ribbons are given for the top 6 places in each final event. (Not for heats) ***The top 4 students from each event may be invited to be the track team, which will compete in the regional meet on June 2nd at the Invista Centre. The team will be chosen based on commitment, responsibility, coachability, attitude, and skill. Up to four students per event for each division will be selected for the team *** ***NEW this year! We are excited to add an All Ages Inclusive Walk, Run, or Roll Buddy Race. This event will run just before the lunch break and will prepare our athletes for their competition on June 9th. Dates for the area meets:Division 1 Meet - Tuesday, June 2ndDistrict Meet - Tuesday, June 9th For information on divisions, rules, and times, and to check for cancellations due to weather (lightning storms), go to the Limestone Athletic site: https://lesaa.limestone.on.ca/<img src="/images/fa8750df-7a96-47ad-b529-28bc52e5031c?fingerprint=ppb20260508160843" alt="Track and Field" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr>Class Placement RequestsWe recognize that, in a few individual cases, there may be important reasons why a specific placement is necessary. In these cases, we ask that you submit a written request directly to Mrs. Paquin indicating the reasons for your request. The request should identify the optimal conditions for your child’s success but should not indicate a specific teacher request. We will do our best to accommodate your child’s needs but cannot guarantee specific placements at this time. All written requests must be received no later than Friday, May 15th<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/afdec79e-7256-4382-ba33-72452d96ee01?fingerprint=ppb20251217014637" alt="logo" width="101" height="101" style="width:101px;height:101px;display:inline-block;float:left">Bath Spirit Wear</h2>Looking 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" dir="ltr">https://specialtytrophies.ca/bathps/</a><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/c4c8f74c-f23b-48bd-b67f-2ca234aa9c44?fingerprint=ppb20251217014828" alt="week ahead" width="175" height="175" style="width:175px;height:175px;display:inline-block;float:right">This week...</h2>Monday, May 11 (Day 1) <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Running club practice 1st break </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Grade 8 ECO-Fair in the pit 930-1030am </li></ul>Tuesday, May 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;">NDSS Hawk Run </li></ul>Wednesday, May 13 (Day 3)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Track and Field Day  </li></ul>Thursday, May 14 (Day 4)<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;">Kinder classes trip to Fun Zone </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Rain Date for Track and Field </li></ul>Friday, May 15 (Day 5)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Floral Day </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Earth Day presentation Grade 1-6 @ 11:30 gym </li></ul> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Coming Up....</h2> May 12 - Hawk RunMay 14 - Hay/Boutilier Bath Library May 14 - Kinder classes trip to Fun Zone May 15 - Floral DayMay 18 - VICTORIA DAY – No SchoolMay 19-21 - Junior Soccer tournamentsMay 20 - Welcome to KindergartenMay 22 - Gould Lake – 4 classes – Nickel, Sparrow, McGrath, Lockwood May 27 - SAC Meeting 6:30May 29 - PA Day <hr>Supports for Students and FamiliesWe know many of you are still carrying the weight of recent weeks. This, on top of recent developments, may bring a range of feelings, additional questions and concerns. Please know that supports remain in place and will continue to be available for as long as they are needed. Counselling staff and mental health supports continue to be available to those who need them. Student safety remains our highest priority. We take all concerns related to safety and wellbeing seriously. We are committed to maintaining a safe, supportive and respectful learning environment across all our schools.  We are reviewing relevant policies and procedures to ensure they are strong, clear, and consistently applied across all schools throughout the board. We are committed to learning from this tragedy and will take meaningful action to strengthen student safety and supports going forward.  We will provide opportunities for families and the broader community to receive information and engage with independent experts as part of our ongoing response. We will have more to share on that in the coming days and weeks ahead. For now, our focus remains on supporting students, staff, and families as we continue to grieve and heal. We are committed to working with families to maintain a safe and respectful school community. Please feel free to reach out if you would like to discuss anything further. <hr><img src="/images/01f5da14-ad2a-43fd-a20f-6abc6242685b?fingerprint=ppb20260326235320" alt="Grief" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Signs that may signal a mental health concern in your child:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Frequent changes in mood or emotions</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Persistent sadness or loss of interest in usual activities</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Increased need for reassurance or contact</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Irritability or low frustration tolerance</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Changes in energy, sleep, or appetite</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;">Resources</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Supporting Your Child’s Well-being</a></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Caring for yourself while caring for others. A parent’s guide to self care</a></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">By Your Side</a> (parent/caregiver resources to support mental health learning)</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Maltby Centre</a></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">One Stop Talk</a></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr">Resolve Counselling Services Canada</a><img src="/images/7d6230c7-ab35-4e2b-9e78-a651424d86c4?fingerprint=ppb20260402182134" alt="Maltby May" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/1833c434-fd84-4e20-85d0-2e597cc0b0d7?fingerprint=ppb20260312002137" alt="Crisis Services Handout" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2">School Year Calendar</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</a></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">A PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online. </a></li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967?fingerprint=ppb20251217013147" 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" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Time</a></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Learning block</a></th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">8:55 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Supervision begins on the yard</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">9:10 to 10:50 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">10:50 to 11:30 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Recess and nutrition break</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">11:30 a.m. to 1:10 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block </a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">1:10 to 1:50 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Recess and nutrition break</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">1:50 to 3:30 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">3:30 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Dismissal</a></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" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013406" 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" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="326" height="466" style="width:326px;height:466px;display:inline-block"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/31c66f06-c2c7-4ef1-8d8d-2e2e7505b3ff?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="stay informed" width="173" height="173" style="width:173px;height:173px;display:inline-block;float:left">Information Sharing</h2>Each 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" dir="ltr" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" 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" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/2bd745c8-1a32-525b-80cd-cd974c6f6058/Using%20the%20SchoolMessenger%20App%20for%20SafeArrival.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013419" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013700" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/56167561-f5db-5914-b801-10584900d3ea/Parent%20?fingerprint=20260717T2045Z&%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Board%20mobile%20app.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/321bfdb0-7b47-449b-860d-9689704f8a34?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="insurance" width="135" height="153" style="width:135px;height:153px;display:inline-block;float:left"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Student Accident Insurance</h2>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" dir="ltr">www.insuremykids.com.</a><hr><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/8da2fba9-5e33-4313-86f2-2822afc47153?fingerprint=ppb20251217014314" alt="SAC" width="194" height="178" style="width:194px;height:178px;display:inline-block"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Bath School Advisory Council</h2>Our 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 May 27th 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.SAC is updating their contact list. This will be a brand-new list, and the previous one will be cleared. If you would like to receive meeting reminders, minutes, and updates, please click the link below and complete the Google Form :<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc1jC64ylNfX68aE-AdtJ63oQajkqgiX03_TrxeX5jr77sdAA/viewform</a><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">School Trips and Volunteers</h2>Throughout 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" dir="ltr">Link to OPP Criminal Background Checks</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><hr></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/304d9c00-8dec-4ea7-8b9f-bc3b1b4b7f74?fingerprint=ppb20251217013433" 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.<hr><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><img src="/images/53dd6935-3eea-4ec1-94ef-db034709405c?fingerprint=ppb20251217013751" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014220" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013934" alt="Immunization" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/1cc9f23c-3196-5454-9c6a-e77a276bf992?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" 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" dir="ltr">https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/</a> <img src="/images/8dbbc8ed-95a6-4e7e-8f8b-bf9d59dd028d?fingerprint=ppb20260402195330" alt="2025 09 12 LDSB Land Acknowledgement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

2026-05-13 21:55:03.526 +0000 UTC

Knights News - May 4-8

<img src="/images/4b165428-d473-47d0-85a6-9baa46efdf46?fingerprint=ppb20260429221828" alt="bird pic" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/f1351a2b-7b97-4944-88b8-28a512a7d8a3?fingerprint=ppb20260429221855" alt="aprilmay" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Dear Bath Families,<h3 class="editor-heading-h3"> </h3>On Monday, some of our students participated in the Elementary Sports Festival / Special Olympics event at LCVI. It was a wonderful day that highlighted inclusion, teamwork, and the celebration of student strengths. Thank you to our families and staff for supporting this meaningful opportunity.As always, thank you for your continued partnership and support of our school community.This week, we were also pleased to welcome Rae MacDonald, who worked with several classes to explore music and sound using materials provided by the Limestone Learning Foundation. Students thoroughly enjoyed the hands-on learning experience.Mr. Nickel's class showed off their learning in the PIT, presenting and posters about a topic that is important to them and the environment. They are working on orally communicating their knowledge in a concise and precise way - great job! Thank you for sharing your work and passion.We ended the week with a PRIDE Assembly focused on determination. We are proud of the many ways our students demonstrate determination—through their learning, in athletics, and during challenging moments.Our athletes have been busy preparing for upcoming events, with junior basketball, junior soccer, road races, and track and field all overlapping this spring. Our school Track and Field Day is scheduled for May 13, with a rain date of May 14. Students in Grades 4–8 will compete in a variety of events at the school level. Families are welcome to join us and cheer them on. A cash canteen will be available, and hot dogs can be pre-ordered through School-Day in advance. With May already shaping up to be a very busy month, we’re hopeful for sunny weather!With so much happening, please be sure to check School-Day regularly so you don’t miss important updates or notifications.SAC is updating their contact list. This will be a brand-new list, and the previous one will be cleared. If you would like to receive meeting reminders, minutes, and updates, please click the link below and complete the Google Form :<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc1jC64ylNfX68aE-AdtJ63oQajkqgiX03_TrxeX5jr77sdAA/viewform</a>Supports for Students and FamiliesWe know many of you are still carrying the weight of recent weeks. This, on top of recent developments, may bring a range of feelings, additional questions and concerns. Please know that supports remain in place and will continue to be available for as long as they are needed. Counselling staff and mental health supports continue to be available to those who need them. Student safety remains our highest priority. We take all concerns related to safety and wellbeing seriously. We are committed to maintaining a safe, supportive and respectful learning environment across all our schools.  We are reviewing relevant policies and procedures to ensure they are strong, clear, and consistently applied across all schools throughout the board. We are committed to learning from this tragedy and will take meaningful action to strengthen student safety and supports going forward.  We will provide opportunities for families and the broader community to receive information and engage with independent experts as part of our ongoing response. We will have more to share on that in the coming days and weeks ahead. For now, our focus remains on supporting students, staff, and families as we continue to grieve and heal. We are committed to working with families to maintain a safe and respectful school community. Please feel free to reach out if you would like to discuss anything further. Class Placement RequestsWe recognize that, in a few individual cases, there may be important reasons why a specific placement is necessary. In these cases, we ask that you submit a written request directly to Mrs. Paquin indicating the reasons for your request. The request should identify the optimal conditions for your child’s success but should not indicate a specific teacher request. We will do our best to accommodate your child’s needs but cannot guarantee specific placements at this time. All written requests must be received no later than Friday, May 15th <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/afdec79e-7256-4382-ba33-72452d96ee01?fingerprint=ppb20251217014637" alt="logo" width="101" height="101" style="width:101px;height:101px;display:inline-block;float:left">Bath Spirit Wear</h2>Looking 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" dir="ltr">https://specialtytrophies.ca/bathps/</a><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/c4c8f74c-f23b-48bd-b67f-2ca234aa9c44?fingerprint=ppb20251217014828" alt="week ahead" width="175" height="175" style="width:175px;height:175px;display:inline-block;float:right">This week...</h2>Monday, May 4 (Day 1) <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Running club practice 1st break </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Jr Girls Basketball practice 2nd recess </li></ul>Tuesday, May 5 (Day 2)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Running club practice 1st break Jr. Boys Basketball in Gym PM Recess </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Jr Girls basketball practice 2nd recess </li></ul>Wednesday, May 6 (Day 3)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">LCVI Road Race </li></ul>Thursday, May 7 (Day 4)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">NDSS May Day – for gr8s heading to NDSS in fall AM </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Junior Boys and Junior Girls Basketball Tournaments at Queens – Nickel & Bauml </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Running club practice 1st break </li></ul>Friday, May 8 (Day 5)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Welcome to Ernestown Event – Grade 8s </li></ul> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Coming Up....</h2> May 12 - Hawk RunMay 14 - Hay/Boutilier Bath Library May 14 - Kinder classes trip to Fun Zone May 15 - Floral DayMay 18 - VICTORIA DAY – No SchoolMay 19-21 - Junior Soccer tournamentsMay 20 - Welcome to KindergartenMay 22 - Gould Lake – 4 classes – Nickel, Sparrow, McGrath, Lockwood May 27 - SAC Meeting 6:30May 29 - PA Day <hr><img src="/images/01f5da14-ad2a-43fd-a20f-6abc6242685b?fingerprint=ppb20260326235320" alt="Grief" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Signs that may signal a mental health concern in your child:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Frequent changes in mood or emotions</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Persistent sadness or loss of interest in usual activities</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Increased need for reassurance or contact</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Irritability or low frustration tolerance</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Changes in energy, sleep, or appetite</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;">Resources</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Supporting Your Child’s Well-being</a></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Caring for yourself while caring for others. A parent’s guide to self care</a></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">By Your Side</a> (parent/caregiver resources to support mental health learning)</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Maltby Centre</a></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">One Stop Talk</a></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr">Resolve Counselling Services Canada</a><img src="/images/7d6230c7-ab35-4e2b-9e78-a651424d86c4?fingerprint=ppb20260402182134" alt="Maltby May" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/1833c434-fd84-4e20-85d0-2e597cc0b0d7?fingerprint=ppb20260312002137" alt="Crisis Services Handout" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2">School Year Calendar</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</a></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">A PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online. </a></li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967?fingerprint=ppb20251217013147" 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" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Time</a></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Learning block</a></th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">8:55 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Supervision begins on the yard</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">9:10 to 10:50 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">10:50 to 11:30 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Recess and nutrition break</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">11:30 a.m. to 1:10 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block </a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">1:10 to 1:50 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Recess and nutrition break</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">1:50 to 3:30 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">3:30 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Dismissal</a></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" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013406" 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" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="326" height="466" style="width:326px;height:466px;display:inline-block"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/31c66f06-c2c7-4ef1-8d8d-2e2e7505b3ff?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="stay informed" width="173" height="173" style="width:173px;height:173px;display:inline-block;float:left">Information Sharing</h2>Each 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" dir="ltr" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" 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" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/2bd745c8-1a32-525b-80cd-cd974c6f6058/Using%20the%20SchoolMessenger%20App%20for%20SafeArrival.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013419" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013700" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/56167561-f5db-5914-b801-10584900d3ea/Parent%20?fingerprint=20260717T2045Z&%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Board%20mobile%20app.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/321bfdb0-7b47-449b-860d-9689704f8a34?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="insurance" width="135" height="153" style="width:135px;height:153px;display:inline-block;float:left"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Student Accident Insurance</h2>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" dir="ltr">www.insuremykids.com.</a><hr><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/8da2fba9-5e33-4313-86f2-2822afc47153?fingerprint=ppb20251217014314" alt="SAC" width="194" height="178" style="width:194px;height:178px;display:inline-block"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Bath School Advisory Council</h2>Our 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 May 27th 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.<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">School Trips and Volunteers</h2>Throughout 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" dir="ltr">Link to OPP Criminal Background Checks</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><hr></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/304d9c00-8dec-4ea7-8b9f-bc3b1b4b7f74?fingerprint=ppb20251217013433" 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.<hr><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><img src="/images/53dd6935-3eea-4ec1-94ef-db034709405c?fingerprint=ppb20251217013751" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014220" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013934" alt="Immunization" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/1cc9f23c-3196-5454-9c6a-e77a276bf992?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" 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" dir="ltr">https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/</a> <img src="/images/8dbbc8ed-95a6-4e7e-8f8b-bf9d59dd028d?fingerprint=ppb20260402195330" alt="2025 09 12 LDSB Land Acknowledgement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

2026-05-03 13:39:23.441 +0000 UTC

Knights News -April 27 - May 1

<img src="/images/842fa7a7-64ab-4dce-b25e-2a3f18ae6fe6?fingerprint=ppb20260423233321" alt="umbrella" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/21224cf6-05ac-4e9d-8a88-0f6ea2e3042f?fingerprint=ppb20260423233249" alt="april collage" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/126bbdd8-4519-4a87-b20c-3c53f05a9533?fingerprint=ppb20260423233207" alt="Gorilla Presentation" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block;float:left"> Dear Bath Families,It finally feels like spring has arrived! We have loved being able to take our learning and sports activities outdoors to enjoy the sunshine and warmer temperatures. As layers come on and off throughout the day, we encourage families to have students check the lost and found for any missing items—our collection has grown quite large!A huge thank you to School Advisory Council (SAC) and Brookland Homes for their generous donation of new outdoor sports equipment. It is already being put to great use, and our students are thoroughly enjoying it.<h3 class="editor-heading-h3">Celebration of Life</h3>Tomorrow, the Celebration of Life for Liam will take place on Saturday at the MacKinnon Brothers Barn, from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.. We hold Liam and his family close in our thoughts as the community gathers to honour his life and offer support.<h3 class="editor-heading-h3">Earth Day</h3>We had a very busy and meaningful Earth Day this week. Students were fortunate to hear from Lindsay, a 14‑year‑old environmental activist, who shared her inspiring journey and activism goals. Lindsay has been working since the age of seven to raise awareness about recycling cell phones and electronic devices to help reduce the need for mining in sensitive gorilla habitats.To support this important work, a recycling box for used cell phones, headphones, and tablets will be available in the school office for the remainder of the school year. Families are welcome to send in any items they wish to recycle.In addition, classes took action close to home by helping clean up our school yard and neighbouring parks. Thank you to our students and staff for taking pride in our shared environment!<h3 class="editor-heading-h3">Music at Bath PS</h3>We are excited to see our music program in action with Rae MacDonald, whose lessons are already bringing great energy to classrooms. Students are enjoying hands-on music experiences, and we are grateful to have this opportunity to enrich learning through the arts.<h3 class="editor-heading-h3">Dental Presentations – Monday</h3>Dental health presentations will take place on Monday, beginning at 11:40 a.m. These sessions are part of our ongoing commitment to student well-being and healthy habits.<h3 class="editor-heading-h3">Elementary Sports Festival / Special Olympics</h3>Also on Monday, students participating in the Elementary Sports Festival / Special Olympics will be attending the event at LCVI. This is always a wonderful day of inclusion, teamwork, and celebration of student strengths. Thank you to families and staff for supporting this special opportunity.As always, thank you for your continued partnership and support of our school community.Kindergarten Registration and Welcome to Kindergarten NightKindergarten registration is now open! We invite all families with children entering kindergarten to register as soon as possible. Additionally, we will be hosting a Welcome to Kindergarten Night on May 20th, where new students and their families can meet the teachers, explore the classrooms, and learn about what to expect in the upcoming school year. We look forward to welcoming our newest students!EQAO PreparationAt this time of year, our grade 3 and 6 students begin preparing for the upcoming EQAO assessments. Teachers are working to ensure that students are ready and feel confident. Families are encouraged to visit <a href="https://www.eqao.com/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">www.eqao.com</a> for more information, sample questions and webinars. Together, we can help our students succeed!Class Placement RequestsWe recognize that, in a few individual cases, there may be important reasons why a specific placement is necessary. In these cases, we ask that you submit a written request directly to Mrs. Paquin indicating the reasons for your request. The request should identify the optimal conditions for your child’s success but should not indicate a specific teacher request. We will do our best to accommodate your child’s needs but cannot guarantee specific placements at this time. All written requests must be received no later than Friday, May 15th <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/afdec79e-7256-4382-ba33-72452d96ee01?fingerprint=ppb20251217014637" alt="logo" width="101" height="101" style="width:101px;height:101px;display:inline-block;float:left">Bath Spirit Wear</h2>Looking 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" dir="ltr">https://specialtytrophies.ca/bathps/</a><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/c4c8f74c-f23b-48bd-b67f-2ca234aa9c44?fingerprint=ppb20251217014828" alt="week ahead" width="175" height="175" style="width:175px;height:175px;display:inline-block;float:right">This week...</h2>Monday, April 27 (Day 1) <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Dental presentation starting at 11:40am</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Elementary Sports Festival/Special Olympics at LCVI </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Jr Girls HOME GAME at 4pm vs Odessa</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Running club practice 1st break </li></ul>Tuesday, April 28 (Day 2)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Gr 5/6 to Bath Library –11:30-1:00 </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Jr. Boys Basketball in Gym PM Recess </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Jr Girl Practice am recess </li></ul>Wednesday, April 29 (Day 3)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Running club practice 1st break </li></ul>Thursday, April 30 (Day 4)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Jr. Boys Basketball Game vs Fairfield at Bath from 3:30-5 in the gym. </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Running club practice 2nd break </li></ul>Friday, May 1 (Day 5) <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Coming Up....</h2> May 7 - NDSS May Day – for gr8s heading to NDSS in fall AM May 8 - Welcome to Ernestown Event – Grade 8s May 14 - Hay/Boutilier Bath Library May 14 - Kinder classes trip to Fun Zone May 15 - Floral DayMay 18 - VICTORIA DAY – No SchoolMay 19-21 - Junior Soccer tournamentsMay 20 - Welcome to KindergartenMay 22 - Gould Lake – 4 classes – Nickel, Sparrow, McGrath, Lockwood May 27 - SAC Meeting 6:30May 29 - PA Day <hr><img src="/images/01f5da14-ad2a-43fd-a20f-6abc6242685b?fingerprint=ppb20260326235320" alt="Grief" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Signs that may signal a mental health concern in your child:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Frequent changes in mood or emotions</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Persistent sadness or loss of interest in usual activities</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Increased need for reassurance or contact</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Irritability or low frustration tolerance</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Changes in energy, sleep, or appetite</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;">Resources</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Supporting Your Child’s Well-being</a></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Caring for yourself while caring for others. A parent’s guide to self care</a></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">By Your Side</a> (parent/caregiver resources to support mental health learning)</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Maltby Centre</a></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">One Stop Talk</a></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr">Resolve Counselling Services Canada</a><img src="/images/7d6230c7-ab35-4e2b-9e78-a651424d86c4?fingerprint=ppb20260402182134" alt="Maltby May" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/1833c434-fd84-4e20-85d0-2e597cc0b0d7?fingerprint=ppb20260312002137" alt="Crisis Services Handout" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2">School Year Calendar</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</a></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">A PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online. </a></li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967?fingerprint=ppb20251217013147" 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" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Time</a></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Learning block</a></th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">8:55 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Supervision begins on the yard</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">9:10 to 10:50 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">10:50 to 11:30 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Recess and nutrition break</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">11:30 a.m. to 1:10 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block </a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">1:10 to 1:50 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Recess and nutrition break</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">1:50 to 3:30 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">3:30 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Dismissal</a></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" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013406" 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" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="326" height="466" style="width:326px;height:466px;display:inline-block"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/31c66f06-c2c7-4ef1-8d8d-2e2e7505b3ff?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="stay informed" width="173" height="173" style="width:173px;height:173px;display:inline-block;float:left">Information Sharing</h2>Each 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" dir="ltr" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" 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" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/2bd745c8-1a32-525b-80cd-cd974c6f6058/Using%20the%20SchoolMessenger%20App%20for%20SafeArrival.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013419" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013700" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/56167561-f5db-5914-b801-10584900d3ea/Parent%20?fingerprint=20260717T2045Z&%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Board%20mobile%20app.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/321bfdb0-7b47-449b-860d-9689704f8a34?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="insurance" width="135" height="153" style="width:135px;height:153px;display:inline-block;float:left"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Student Accident Insurance</h2>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" dir="ltr">www.insuremykids.com.</a><hr><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/8da2fba9-5e33-4313-86f2-2822afc47153?fingerprint=ppb20251217014314" alt="SAC" width="194" height="178" style="width:194px;height:178px;display:inline-block"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Bath School Advisory Council</h2>Our 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 May 27th 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.<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">School Trips and Volunteers</h2>Throughout 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" dir="ltr">Link to OPP Criminal Background Checks</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><hr></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/304d9c00-8dec-4ea7-8b9f-bc3b1b4b7f74?fingerprint=ppb20251217013433" 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.<hr><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><img src="/images/53dd6935-3eea-4ec1-94ef-db034709405c?fingerprint=ppb20251217013751" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014220" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013934" alt="Immunization" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/1cc9f23c-3196-5454-9c6a-e77a276bf992?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" 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" dir="ltr">https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/</a> <img src="/images/8dbbc8ed-95a6-4e7e-8f8b-bf9d59dd028d?fingerprint=ppb20260402195330" alt="2025 09 12 LDSB Land Acknowledgement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

2026-04-24 16:10:46.526 +0000 UTC

Knights News -April 20-24

<img src="/images/49a85c5e-ee20-4b42-888c-3061d69c90dd?fingerprint=ppb20260416125133" alt="IMG 0155" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/3ce9636f-00af-41b3-9246-41e167b1cfcf?fingerprint=ppb20260416125246" alt="April8" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Dear Bath Families,Earth Day is coming up on April 22, and this year we are pleased to welcome Lindsay, a 13‑year‑old environmental activist, to our school. Lindsay will be presenting on the “Phone Apes” program, explaining what it is, why it matters, and how it helps protect gorillas and their habitats. She will share information about coltan, how it is used in our phones, and why recycling old devices can make such a meaningful difference. Lindsay will also explain what happens to collected phones and connect these ideas to the bigger picture of conservation and the impact of small, everyday choices on our planet.On Friday, our Grade 8 students travelled to the Lions Hall for a presentation on sustainable gardening practices. They represented our school with pride while learning practical tips for growing vegetables at home, along with strategies that can be applied to our raised garden beds at the front of the school.It has been wonderful to see the growth in student writing this year. Teachers have been working together to implement consistent language and instructional practices from Kindergarten through Grade 8, and the progress has been exciting to watch. We truly have some amazing young authors at Bath.Despite ongoing weather challenges, Running Club continues to train for the LCVI Road Race on Wednesday, May 6, and the NDSS Hawk Run on May 12. This training also provides a strong foundation as we prepare for the upcoming track and field season. We are hoping to schedule our school track and field meet in early May and will share the date as soon as it is finalized. In addition, our Junior Basketball teams will compete in their respective tournaments between May 5–7. It is a very busy and exciting time for school athletics.Kindergarten Registration and Welcome to Kindergarten NightKindergarten registration is now open! We invite all families with children entering kindergarten to register as soon as possible. Additionally, we will be hosting a Welcome to Kindergarten Night on May 20th, where new students and their families can meet the teachers, explore the classrooms, and learn about what to expect in the upcoming school year. We look forward to welcoming our newest students!EQAO PreparationAt this time of year, our grade 3 and 6 students begin preparing for the upcoming EQAO assessments. Teachers are working to ensure that students are ready and feel confident. Families are encouraged to visit <a href="https://www.eqao.com/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">www.eqao.com</a> for more information, sample questions and webinars. Together, we can help our students succeed!Class Placement RequestsWe recognize that, in a few individual cases, there may be important reasons why a specific placement is necessary. In these cases, we ask that you submit a written request directly to Mrs. Paquin indicating the reasons for your request. The request should identify the optimal conditions for your child’s success but should not indicate a specific teacher request. We will do our best to accommodate your child’s needs but cannot guarantee specific placements at this time. All written requests must be received no later than Friday, May 15th <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/afdec79e-7256-4382-ba33-72452d96ee01?fingerprint=ppb20251217014637" alt="logo" width="101" height="101" style="width:101px;height:101px;display:inline-block;float:left">Bath Spirit Wear</h2>Looking 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" dir="ltr">https://specialtytrophies.ca/bathps/</a><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/c4c8f74c-f23b-48bd-b67f-2ca234aa9c44?fingerprint=ppb20251217014828" alt="week ahead" width="175" height="175" style="width:175px;height:175px;display:inline-block;float:right">This week...</h2>Monday, April 20 (Day 1) <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Jr. Girl basketball practice PM recess </li></ul>Tuesday, April 21 (Day 2)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Jr. Boys Basketball in Gym PM Recess </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Jr. Girls practice am recess </li></ul>Wednesday, April 22 (Day 3)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Presentation on loss of Gorilla habitat for  Earth Day</li></ul>Thursday, April 23 (Day 4)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Jr. Boys Basketball in Gym AM Recess </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Jr Girls GAME at Fairfield 4pm </li></ul>Friday, April 24 (Day 5)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Indigenous Student Leadership Team Field Trip</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Earth Day colours – Green & Blue </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">McMurter/Butler and McFarlane/Schembri away at Cat Creek in PM </li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Coming Up....</h2> Apr 27 - Dental presentation starting at 11:40am Apr 27 - Elementary Sports Festival/Special Olympics at LCVI Apr 28 - Gr 5/6 to Bath Library –11:30-1:00 May 7 - NDSS May Day – for gr8s heading to NDSS in fall AM May 8 - Welcome to Ernestown Event – Grade 8s May 14 - Hay/Boutilier Bath Library May 14 - Kinder classes trip to Fun Zone May 15 - Floral DayMay 18 - VICTORIA DAY – No SchoolMay 19-21 - Junior Soccer tournamentsMay 20 - Welcome to KindergartenMay 22 - Gould Lake – 4 classes – Nickel, Sparrow, McGrath, Lockwood May 27 - SAC Meeting 6:30May 29 - PA Day <hr><img src="/images/01f5da14-ad2a-43fd-a20f-6abc6242685b?fingerprint=ppb20260326235320" alt="Grief" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Signs that may signal a mental health concern in your child:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Frequent changes in mood or emotions</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Persistent sadness or loss of interest in usual activities</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Increased need for reassurance or contact</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Irritability or low frustration tolerance</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Changes in energy, sleep, or appetite</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;">Resources</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Supporting Your Child’s Well-being</a></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Caring for yourself while caring for others. A parent’s guide to self care</a></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">By Your Side</a> (parent/caregiver resources to support mental health learning)</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Maltby Centre</a></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">One Stop Talk</a></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr">Resolve Counselling Services Canada</a><img src="/images/7d6230c7-ab35-4e2b-9e78-a651424d86c4?fingerprint=ppb20260402182134" alt="Maltby May" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/1833c434-fd84-4e20-85d0-2e597cc0b0d7?fingerprint=ppb20260312002137" alt="Crisis Services Handout" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2">School Year Calendar</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</a></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">A PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online. </a></li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967?fingerprint=ppb20251217013147" 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" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Time</a></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Learning block</a></th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">8:55 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Supervision begins on the yard</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">9:10 to 10:50 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">10:50 to 11:30 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Recess and nutrition break</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">11:30 a.m. to 1:10 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block </a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">1:10 to 1:50 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Recess and nutrition break</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">1:50 to 3:30 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">3:30 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Dismissal</a></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" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013406" 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" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="326" height="466" style="width:326px;height:466px;display:inline-block"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/31c66f06-c2c7-4ef1-8d8d-2e2e7505b3ff?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="stay informed" width="173" height="173" style="width:173px;height:173px;display:inline-block;float:left">Information Sharing</h2>Each 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" dir="ltr" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" 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" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/2bd745c8-1a32-525b-80cd-cd974c6f6058/Using%20the%20SchoolMessenger%20App%20for%20SafeArrival.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013419" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013700" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/56167561-f5db-5914-b801-10584900d3ea/Parent%20?fingerprint=20260717T2045Z&%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Board%20mobile%20app.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/321bfdb0-7b47-449b-860d-9689704f8a34?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="insurance" width="135" height="153" style="width:135px;height:153px;display:inline-block;float:left"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Student Accident Insurance</h2>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" dir="ltr">www.insuremykids.com.</a><hr><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/8da2fba9-5e33-4313-86f2-2822afc47153?fingerprint=ppb20251217014314" alt="SAC" width="194" height="178" style="width:194px;height:178px;display:inline-block"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Bath School Advisory Council</h2>Our 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 May 27th 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.<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">School Trips and Volunteers</h2>Throughout 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" dir="ltr">Link to OPP Criminal Background Checks</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><hr></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/304d9c00-8dec-4ea7-8b9f-bc3b1b4b7f74?fingerprint=ppb20251217013433" 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.<hr><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><img src="/images/53dd6935-3eea-4ec1-94ef-db034709405c?fingerprint=ppb20251217013751" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014220" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013934" alt="Immunization" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/1cc9f23c-3196-5454-9c6a-e77a276bf992?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" 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" dir="ltr">https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/</a> <img src="/images/8dbbc8ed-95a6-4e7e-8f8b-bf9d59dd028d?fingerprint=ppb20260402195330" alt="2025 09 12 LDSB Land Acknowledgement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

2026-04-19 12:36:28.808 +0000 UTC

Knights News -April 13- 17

<img src="/images/144572c2-8c63-4562-895e-265e86008ced?fingerprint=ppb20260408171747" alt="IMG 1566" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/c652049a-cff7-4753-ac5c-bb48e0cd8a5a?fingerprint=ppb20260408171805" alt="collage (3)" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/239473cd-89a2-48fe-8a5d-9afe1b74849d?fingerprint=ppb20260412125117" alt="ESS Eagle" width="394" height="295" style="width:394px;height:295px;display:inline-block;float:right">Dear Bath Families,Let’s hope the warmer temperatures are here to stay! As much as I hate to say it, it looks like the groundhog may have been wrong this year. With the changing weather, we’re already seeing a growing collection of items in the Lost and Found. Please encourage your child to take a look through the bin and hopefully reunite some lost belongings with their owners.It was another busy and exciting week at school! Students were engaged in a wide range of learning experiences, including science experiments, a book club centered on class‑written historical fiction, stop‑motion animation, woodworking, basketball, running club, LEGO robotics, knitting, and library visits. Some classes also enjoyed a Fun Zone field trip. To top it all off, the ESS Eagle dropped by on Friday morning to share high‑fives and hugs—we truly are a lucky school community!Thank you to all of our families for supporting the Spring Book Fair. In addition to raising funds for the school, it provides such a special and memorable experience for our students, and we’re grateful for your continued support.Kindergarten Registration and Welcome to Kindergarten NightKindergarten registration is now open! We invite all families with children entering kindergarten to register as soon as possible. Additionally, we will be hosting a Welcome to Kindergarten Night on May 20th, where new students and their families can meet the teachers, explore the classrooms, and learn about what to expect in the upcoming school year. We look forward to welcoming our newest students!EQAO PreparationAt this time of year, our grade 3 and 6 students begin preparing for the upcoming EQAO assessments. Teachers are working to ensure that students are ready and feel confident. Families are encouraged to visit <a href="https://www.eqao.com/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">www.eqao.com</a> for more information, sample questions and webinars. Together, we can help our students succeed!Class Placement RequestsWe recognize that, in a few individual cases, there may be important reasons why a specific placement is necessary. In these cases, we ask that you submit a written request directly to Mrs. Paquin indicating the reasons for your request. The request should identify the optimal conditions for your child’s success but should not indicate a specific teacher request. We will do our best to accommodate your child’s needs but cannot guarantee specific placements at this time. All written requests must be received no later than Friday, May 15th <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/afdec79e-7256-4382-ba33-72452d96ee01?fingerprint=ppb20251217014637" alt="logo" width="101" height="101" style="width:101px;height:101px;display:inline-block;float:left">Bath Spirit Wear</h2>Looking 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" dir="ltr">https://specialtytrophies.ca/bathps/</a><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/c4c8f74c-f23b-48bd-b67f-2ca234aa9c44?fingerprint=ppb20251217014828" alt="week ahead" width="175" height="175" style="width:175px;height:175px;display:inline-block;float:right">This week...</h2>Monday, April 13 (Day 2) <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Jr. Boys Basketball in Gym PM Recess </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Jr Girls bball practice am recess </li></ul>Tuesday, April 14 (Day 3)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Hay/DaCosta –Bath Library  </li></ul>Wednesday, April 15 (Day 4)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Jr. Boys Basketball in Gym AM Recess </li></ul>Thursday, April 16 (Day 5)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Benest/Boutliier Bath Library </li></ul>Friday, April 17 <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">PA DAY </li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Coming Up....</h2> Apr 22 - Presentation on loss of Gorilla habitat for  Earth DayApr 27 - Dental presentation starting at 11:40am Apr 27 - Elementary Sports Festival/Special Olympics at LCVI Apr 28 - Gr 5/6 to Bath Library –11:30-1:00 May 7 - NDSS May Day – for gr8s heading to NDSS in fall AM May 8 - Welcome to Ernestown Event – Grade 8s May 14 - Hay/Boutilier Bath Library May 14 - Kinder classes trip to Fun Zone May 15 - Floral DayMay 18 - VICTORIA DAY – No SchoolMay 20 - Welcome to KindergartenMay 22 - Gould Lake – 4 classes – Nickel, Sparrow, McGrath, Lockwood May 27 - SAC Meeting 6:30May 29 - PA Day <hr><img src="/images/01f5da14-ad2a-43fd-a20f-6abc6242685b?fingerprint=ppb20260326235320" alt="Grief" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Signs that may signal a mental health concern in your child:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Frequent changes in mood or emotions</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Persistent sadness or loss of interest in usual activities</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Increased need for reassurance or contact</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Irritability or low frustration tolerance</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Changes in energy, sleep, or appetite</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;">Resources</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Supporting Your Child’s Well-being</a></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Caring for yourself while caring for others. A parent’s guide to self care</a></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">By Your Side</a> (parent/caregiver resources to support mental health learning)</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Maltby Centre</a></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">One Stop Talk</a></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr">Resolve Counselling Services Canada</a><img src="/images/7d6230c7-ab35-4e2b-9e78-a651424d86c4?fingerprint=ppb20260402182134" alt="Maltby May" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/1833c434-fd84-4e20-85d0-2e597cc0b0d7?fingerprint=ppb20260312002137" alt="Crisis Services Handout" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2">School Year Calendar</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</a></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">A PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online. </a></li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967?fingerprint=ppb20251217013147" 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" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Time</a></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Learning block</a></th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">8:55 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Supervision begins on the yard</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">9:10 to 10:50 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">10:50 to 11:30 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Recess and nutrition break</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">11:30 a.m. to 1:10 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block </a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">1:10 to 1:50 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Recess and nutrition break</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">1:50 to 3:30 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">3:30 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Dismissal</a></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" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013406" 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" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="326" height="466" style="width:326px;height:466px;display:inline-block"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/31c66f06-c2c7-4ef1-8d8d-2e2e7505b3ff?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="stay informed" width="173" height="173" style="width:173px;height:173px;display:inline-block;float:left">Information Sharing</h2>Each 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" dir="ltr" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" 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" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/2bd745c8-1a32-525b-80cd-cd974c6f6058/Using%20the%20SchoolMessenger%20App%20for%20SafeArrival.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013419" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013700" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/56167561-f5db-5914-b801-10584900d3ea/Parent%20?fingerprint=20260717T2045Z&%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Board%20mobile%20app.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/321bfdb0-7b47-449b-860d-9689704f8a34?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="insurance" width="135" height="153" style="width:135px;height:153px;display:inline-block;float:left"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Student Accident Insurance</h2>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" dir="ltr">www.insuremykids.com.</a><hr><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/8da2fba9-5e33-4313-86f2-2822afc47153?fingerprint=ppb20251217014314" alt="SAC" width="194" height="178" style="width:194px;height:178px;display:inline-block"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Bath School Advisory Council</h2>Our 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 May 27th 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.<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">School Trips and Volunteers</h2>Throughout 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" dir="ltr">Link to OPP Criminal Background Checks</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><hr></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/304d9c00-8dec-4ea7-8b9f-bc3b1b4b7f74?fingerprint=ppb20251217013433" 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.<hr><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><img src="/images/53dd6935-3eea-4ec1-94ef-db034709405c?fingerprint=ppb20251217013751" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014220" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013934" alt="Immunization" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/1cc9f23c-3196-5454-9c6a-e77a276bf992?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" 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" dir="ltr">https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/</a> <img src="/images/8dbbc8ed-95a6-4e7e-8f8b-bf9d59dd028d?fingerprint=ppb20260402195330" alt="2025 09 12 LDSB Land Acknowledgement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

2026-04-12 12:46:34.034 +0000 UTC

Knights News -April 6 - 10

<img src="/images/b113bb9f-9e4c-4403-b1f0-bbc84f02adcd?fingerprint=ppb20260402110610" alt="bunny" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/5cd4339b-73c0-4c45-9a40-28e7417fad76?fingerprint=ppb20260402194548" alt="Bath Public School Students" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">Dear Bath Families,It’s hard to believe how quickly April is moving along. As we look ahead, there are several short weeks coming up. We have now completed two‑thirds of the school year, with one‑third remaining. It is an amazing time of year to see the progress that our students have made and have a clear idea of the learning journey ahead.We know the last few weeks have weighed heavily on our entire school community. We are mindful of the many emotions that students and families continue to carry. It’s been encouraging to see children back at school, connecting with friends and familiar routines. Supporting the well-being of our students, staff and families continues to be our focus. Counselling and mental health supports are available and will remain in place for as long as they are needed. If you or your child would benefit from support, we encourage you to reach out. We know many of you have and hope it is providing you the comfort you and your family need. We want you to know, the school is committed to maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment. Concerns related to student well-being, including bullying or conflict, are taken seriously and addressed with care and attention. We also want to keep communication open and accessible. In the weeks ahead, we will offer opportunities for families to ask questions and hear from independent experts as part of our ongoing response.  We ask that conversations within our community continue to be guided by empathy, respect, and a shared commitment to one another. At this time, the Ontario Provincial Police investigation is ongoing, and we will continue to share information as we are able. Thank you for your ongoing support and care for one another during this time. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Book Fair</h2>We are looking forward to next week's book fair from April 7–10. Students will have opportunities to browse and purchase books throughout the week. Bring on the books!<h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Extra-Curricular Activities</h2>A shout out to some of our students who participated in last weekend's chess tournament at Bayridge - a great time was had by all and they represented our school with pride.<img src="/images/01f5da14-ad2a-43fd-a20f-6abc6242685b?fingerprint=ppb20260326235320" alt="Grief" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">Signs that may signal a mental health concern in your child:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Frequent changes in mood or emotions</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Persistent sadness or loss of interest in usual activities</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Increased need for reassurance or contact</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Irritability or low frustration tolerance</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Changes in energy, sleep, or appetite</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: start;">Resources</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Supporting Your Child’s Well-being</a></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Caring for yourself while caring for others. A parent’s guide to self care</a></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">By Your Side</a> (parent/caregiver resources to support mental health learning)</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">Maltby Centre</a></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">One Stop Talk</a></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr" 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" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr">Resolve Counselling Services Canada</a><img src="/images/7d6230c7-ab35-4e2b-9e78-a651424d86c4?fingerprint=ppb20260402182134" alt="Maltby May" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/1833c434-fd84-4e20-85d0-2e597cc0b0d7?fingerprint=ppb20260312002137" alt="Crisis Services Handout" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/afdec79e-7256-4382-ba33-72452d96ee01?fingerprint=ppb20251217014637" alt="logo" width="101" height="101" style="width:101px;height:101px;display:inline-block;float:left">Bath Spirit Wear</h2>Looking 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" dir="ltr">https://specialtytrophies.ca/bathps/</a><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/c4c8f74c-f23b-48bd-b67f-2ca234aa9c44?fingerprint=ppb20251217014828" alt="week ahead" width="175" height="175" style="width:175px;height:175px;display:inline-block;float:right">This week...</h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: left;">Monday, April 6 </h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">EASTER MONDAY – No School </li></ul><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: left;">Tuesday, April 7 (Day 3)</h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Spring Book Fair </li></ul><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: left;">Wednesday, April 8 (Day 4)</h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Spring Book Fair </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Jr. Boys Basketball in Gym AM Recess </li></ul><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: left;">Thursday, April 9 (Day 5)</h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Spring Book Fair </li></ul><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" style="text-align: left;">Friday, April 10 (Day 1)</h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Spring Book Fair </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Grade 3 Swim to Survive 10:30 to 11:30am at Queen’s ARC </li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Coming Up....</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Apr 14 - Hay/DaCosta –Bath Library  </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Apr 17 - PA Day</li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">School Year Calendar</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</a></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">A PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online. </a></li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967?fingerprint=ppb20251217013147" 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" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Time</a></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Learning block</a></th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">8:55 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Supervision begins on the yard</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">9:10 to 10:50 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">10:50 to 11:30 a.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Recess and nutrition break</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">11:30 a.m. to 1:10 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block </a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">1:10 to 1:50 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Recess and nutrition break</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">1:50 to 3:30 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">100-minute learning block</a></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">3:30 p.m.</a></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Dismissal</a></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" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013406" 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" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="326" height="466" style="width:326px;height:466px;display:inline-block"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/31c66f06-c2c7-4ef1-8d8d-2e2e7505b3ff?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="stay informed" width="173" height="173" style="width:173px;height:173px;display:inline-block;float:left">Information Sharing</h2>Each 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" dir="ltr" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" 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" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/2bd745c8-1a32-525b-80cd-cd974c6f6058/Using%20the%20SchoolMessenger%20App%20for%20SafeArrival.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013419" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013700" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/56167561-f5db-5914-b801-10584900d3ea/Parent%20?fingerprint=20260717T2045Z&%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Board%20mobile%20app.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">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" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/321bfdb0-7b47-449b-860d-9689704f8a34?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="insurance" width="135" height="153" style="width:135px;height:153px;display:inline-block;float:left"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Student Accident Insurance</h2>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" dir="ltr">www.insuremykids.com.</a><hr><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/8da2fba9-5e33-4313-86f2-2822afc47153?fingerprint=ppb20251217014314" alt="SAC" width="194" height="178" style="width:194px;height:178px;display:inline-block"></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">Bath School Advisory Council</h2>Our 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.<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: left;">School Trips and Volunteers</h2>Throughout 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" dir="ltr">Link to OPP Criminal Background Checks</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><hr></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/304d9c00-8dec-4ea7-8b9f-bc3b1b4b7f74?fingerprint=ppb20251217013433" 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.<hr><img src="/images/109ed47d-ecc5-49fe-9030-e9e6de565621?fingerprint=ppb20260115153227" alt="triboard poster" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><img src="/images/53dd6935-3eea-4ec1-94ef-db034709405c?fingerprint=ppb20251217013751" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217014220" 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?fingerprint=ppb20251217013934" alt="Immunization" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/1cc9f23c-3196-5454-9c6a-e77a276bf992?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" 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" dir="ltr">https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/</a> <img src="/images/8dbbc8ed-95a6-4e7e-8f8b-bf9d59dd028d?fingerprint=ppb20260402195330" alt="2025 09 12 LDSB Land Acknowledgement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

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