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Knights News - December 1-5

<img src="/images/3ba18de8-742e-4f3d-92c0-c8e4b828d7d7?fingerprint=ppb20251217013553" alt="bells" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/d9cebc09-fa8f-4e61-a3ce-98c4a1b51050?fingerprint=ppb20251217015010" alt="December1" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/bc365501-353f-41a9-8a88-bf747e999e53?fingerprint=ppb20251217014739" alt="Snowflakes" width="235" height="310" style="width:235px;height:310px;display:inline-block;float:right">Dear Families,This week was filled with school spirit as we joined our Spirit Club in celebrating Colour Week! We also had the chance to cheer on our volleyball teams, who have been practicing hard and competing in after-school games and tournaments.Looking ahead, we’re excited for another fun week with class skating trips, more volleyball tournaments, and our festive Jingle Bell Walk! Please make sure that you have completed permission forms in School-Day for these upcoming experiences.<hr>Jingle Bell WalkJoin us on Friday, December 5th at 2:30 pm for our Jingle Bell Walk! Classes will buddy up and walk together through the community, each sporting a festive jingle bell. Our goal is to collect food bank donations from December 1st to December 16th. Donations will help the local Lions Club fill Christmas baskets for families in need. Please check expiry dates before donating—thank you for your generosity!<hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Talent Show Audition</h3>Save the date - The Bath Tallent show is tentatively scheduled for January 22nd. Grades 1–3 classes will perform, and talent show auditions will happen on Wednesday, December 3rd for students from grade 4-8. Students do not have to have a perfected routine, but a solid idea of what they woule like to present and what equipment and/or music would be involved.<hr>Chrome for the Holidays Fundraiser We’re excited to announce a special fundraiser to help purchase additional Chromebooks for our school! Join us for an after-school movie in the gym:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Date: Wednesday, December 10</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Time: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Movie: Arthur’s Christmas</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Who: Students in Grades K–5</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">Cost: $10 (includes a hot dog, chips, and a drink)</li></ul>Students are invited to wear their pajamas, bring blankets and stuffies, and enjoy a cozy movie afternoon. Please sign up and pay through School-Day if you would like your child to attend.<hr>Gould Lake Summer ProgramsRegistration for Gould Lake Outdoor Education Summer programs starts soon. See below for more information about the programs that are offered. Staff from Gould Lake are coming to our Grade 6, 7 & 8 classrooms on Monday to share more information.Looking forward to another great week ahead!Jean Paquin - Principal & Kevin Collins - Vice Principal<a href="mailto:paquinj@limestone.on.ca" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">paquinj@limestone.on.ca</a> ; <a href="https://collinsk@limestone.on.ca/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">collinsk@limestone.on.ca</a><img src="/images/a26cdff5-0541-463d-a222-13bcbfd7ad21?fingerprint=ppb20251217014516" alt="Gould Lake" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/7dd32edb-a7de-4dd5-bffd-937dc8afebc8?fingerprint=ppb20251217014153" alt="Candy Cane Lane" width="268" height="268" style="width:268px;height:268px;display:inline-block;float:right">Candy Cane Lane!Have some items you would like to donate or ‘re-gift’? The 2026 graduates of Bath Public School are looking for quality donations of any sort. This year our grade 8 class of Bath PS will once again be hosting Candy Cane Lane! This annual tradition is an exciting holiday shopping event for our students and a fundraiser for our graduating class. We are looking for gently used items, handmade items, toys, games, books, holiday decorations and candles. Please do not send items that are old, broken or would not make good gifts.We’re also looking for tissue paper, gift boxes, gift bags etc. Any and all support would be much appreciated. Please drop these off school by Friday December 7th.<img src="/images/6e5ea003-54af-4428-a663-f1b2ec2d31a8?fingerprint=ppb20251217014029" alt="Candy Cane Lane Flyer 20251102 164727 0000" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr>A big thank you to Ted Custance who is donating some proceeds from each sale to the Bath Food Program.<img src="/images/43e12824-992e-455c-9afd-5c8250f29ddd?fingerprint=ppb20251217013634" alt="pic" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr><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 WearLooking to buy Bath spirit wear? T-shirts, sweatshirts, colour house shirts and other swag is available on the online store. Order now to ensure it arrives in time for the holidays. <a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/bathps/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://specialtytrophies.ca/bathps/</a><hr> This Week...<img src="/images/c4c8f74c-f23b-48bd-b67f-2ca234aa9c44?fingerprint=ppb20251217014828" alt="week ahead" width="203" height="203" style="width:203px;height:203px;display:inline-block;float:right">Monday, December 1 (Day 1)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Gould Lake Presentations Gr. 6,7 & 8</li></ul>Tuesday, December 2 (Day 2)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Skating for Grades 4/5, 4/5, 5/6 and 6,7, 8 from 12-2pm </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Senior Boys Volleyball game at Bayridge </li></ul>Wednesday, December 3 (Day 3)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Talent Show Audition 10:50</li></ul>Thursday, December 4 (Day 4)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">9:30-10:15 EISS Holiday Music Tour </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Juior Boys and Girls Volleyball Tournaments @ NDSS</li></ul>Friday, December 5 (Day 5)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Jingle Bell Walk 2:30</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Skating for Grades 1, 1/2,2 and 2/3, ¾ from 11am-2pm </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Senior boys Volleyball Tournament at ESS </li></ul> Skating Days...<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Dec 2, 12-2 4/5, 4/5, 5/6 and 6,7, 8 </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Dec 5, 11-2  1, 1/2,2 and 2/3, ¾ </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Jan 13, 11-2 Kinders, and 1, 1/2,2 and 2/3, ¾ </li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Jan 16, 11-1 4/5, 4/5, 5/6 and 6,7, 8 </li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Feb 10, 11-2 Kinders, and 1, 1/2,2 and 2/3, ¾ </li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Feb 13, 11-1 4/5, 4/5, 5/6 and 6,7, 8 </li></ul><img src="/images/0567b16e-db8a-4869-92ca-68a1e5371532?fingerprint=ppb20251217013037" alt="ChristmasPartyPoster 1 2 " width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/5ddc981e-7e40-4b11-a70a-1197f39a6694?fingerprint=ppb20251217013844" alt="Sensus" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">A PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online. </a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967?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"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Time</a></h2></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Learning block</a></h2></th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">8:55 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Supervision begins on the yard</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">9:10 to 10:50 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">10:50 to 11:30 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Recess and nutrition break</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">11:30 a.m. to 1:10 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block </a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">1:10 to 1:50 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Recess and nutrition break</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">1:50 to 3:30 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">3:30 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Dismissal</a></h2></td></tr></tbody></table> <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><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">Form 325-D</a> on the LDSB website. It outlines the Human Development and Sexual Health curriculum expectations for Grades 1-8.  Families can request to have their child or children exempted from instruction related to Human Development and Sexual Health expectations by completing and returning an exemption form for each child (<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.limestone.on.ca%252Fdocuments%252Faf26a5ef-1a97-4814-ab57-f365e0d6b6bb%252FForm-325-B-Exemption-Letter-Parent-Request.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%2540limestone.on.ca%7Cd8e986523c2748085d7c08ddeecf4b2d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638929296269902945%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%253D%253D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=G0ac7QdQcYMmDwk3auq%252B4YrZTL0Z6OSMABGZkkoYA%252BM%253D&reserved=0" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Form 325-B</a>) five school days before the start of instruction. Prior to instruction, your child's classroom teacher will inform parents/guardians when the expectations related to the Human Development and Sexual Health expectations in Strand D will be covered. For a more detailed overview of this process, please refer to Administrative Procedure 325: Exemption From Human Development and Sexual Health Instruction (listed under the Policies and Procedures section of the LDSB website), or contact the school.<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/77143b36-64d5-4f80-a9f2-cf2bf339fb88?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="326" height="466" style="width:326px;height:466px;display:inline-block"></a><img src="/images/31c66f06-c2c7-4ef1-8d8d-2e2e7505b3ff?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="stay informed" width="173" height="173" style="width:173px;height:173px;display:inline-block;float:left">Information SharingEach Sunday, Bath P.S. will send home a link to this weekly newsletter (Knights News) including information about the week ahead along with other information about upcoming events, our School Council, volunteer opportunities and more. However, LDSB also has a range of other communication tools to help you stay informed.To help users become more familiar with these new tools, please refer to these user guides:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/07694697-349d-51ff-a42c-a05550bd4f28/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20for%20setting%20up%20a%20School%20Messenger%20App%20Account.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Set up a SchoolMessenger App account</a><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/07694697-349d-51ff-a42c-a05550bd4f28/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20for%20setting%20up%20a%20School%20Messenger%20App%20Account.pdf?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" 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">Report a student absence:</a> set up your account, report and explain student absences in advance. - Video tutorial</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/48bbc50b-373e-5019-ae1d-7a37c047b5a4/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Communicate%20broadcast%20tool.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013700" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Use the Communicate broadcast tool:</a> choose how you will receive alerts including how to opt-in for text messaging. - Video tutorial</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/56167561-f5db-5914-b801-10584900d3ea/Parent%20?fingerprint=20260601T0915Z&%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Board%20mobile%20app.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Use the Board mobile app:</a> how to choose your schools, see your messages and report and review student absences. - Video tutorial</li></ul><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/321bfdb0-7b47-449b-860d-9689704f8a34?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="insurance" width="135" height="153" style="width:135px;height:153px;display:inline-block;float:left"></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Student Accident Insurance</h3>The Limestone District School Board requires that students have student accident insurance in order to participate in extra-curricular activities. Before students will be allowed to participate in these events, parents/guardians must confirm their own coverage for items not covered under the Provincial Health Plan, or purchase an insurance plan. Each year a Student Accident Insurance Plan is made available to all students on a voluntary basis. The plan provides protection for dental damage due to accidents, fracture benefits and other important coverage, which are not covered under the Provincial Health Plan. Some parents may have dental plan coverage through their workplace but many of these plans are limited in one way or another, while this accident coverage is not. You should compare plans to make sure you have the coverage you need or desire.In making this plan available, the Board wishes to make its position clear in the matter of insurance. Under the Education Act, the Board is not permitted to provide insurance coverage for accidents to pupils, therefore, the Board recommends consideration of this plan to any parent who wishes to obtain this kind of insurance. Although the policy has all the advantages of a group plan, it is essentially a direct contract between the parent and the insurance company.A family plan is also available for three or more students which permits the enrolment of students in the family who are attending schools outside the jurisdiction of this Board as long as at least one child in the family is attending a school within the Limestone District School Board.If you wish to subscribe to this insurance, you may do so by completing the form handed out to students the first week of school and mailing it directly to Reliable Life Insurance Company in the stamped envelope provided. Or, for your convenience, you may purchase directly online at <a href="https://insuremykids.com/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">www.insuremykids.com.</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/8da2fba9-5e33-4313-86f2-2822afc47153?fingerprint=ppb20251217014314" alt="SAC" width="194" height="178" style="width:194px;height:178px;display:inline-block"></a>Bath School Advisory CouncilOur fabulous parent council is looking for new members! If you would like to be a part of this great team, please come to our next meeting date is January 14th at 6:30. We are looking forward to meeting in the library. Please let us know if you can make it and if you will require childcare. We are pleased to be able to provide it during the meeting for those who require it.School Trips and VolunteersThroughout the year, we may ask for parent/guardian volunteers on school trips or for various classroom and school activities. The wait time for obtaining a CPIC (background check with vulnerable sector screening) can be lengthy. As such, if you think you would be willing to assist with a trip or school event in the future, please consider obtaining a CPIC with vulnerable sector screening completed, beforehand.<a href="https://www.opp.ca/index.php?id=147&lng=en" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Link to OPP Criminal Background Checks</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/304d9c00-8dec-4ea7-8b9f-bc3b1b4b7f74?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.<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Opportunities for Students and Families</h2> <h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"> Choices at 7</h3> The Limestone District School Board's Choices at 7 programs offer opportunities for students entering Grade 7 to participate in a variety of unique learning environments.Depending on the availability of places in the programs, students currently in Grade 7 may also apply to join a program for their Grade 8 year. The Choices at 7 programs that are offered include: <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">ATLAS (Applying Technology for Learning, Aptitude, and Success) </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Challenge (Gifted and Academic Enrichment Program) </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">LEAP (Limestone Education through the Arts Program) </li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Extended French Immersion Program (for students entering Grade 7 only)</li></ul>If you are interested in finding out more about these programs, you are invited to attend the information nights that are being held at each site (dates and times are listed below). For detailed information about any of the Choices at 7 programs, please visit the <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.limestone.on.ca%2Fchoices_at_7&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%40limestone.on.ca%7Cc13cb70668f54245fe1308de26dc3378%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638990924395975305%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=2V4jJLa3Q8GP4dOoNcku2eCBE1vdzhp9imnCJpW0rZ0%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://www.limestone.on.ca/choices_at_7. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">Choices at 7 webpage.</a>Application Process: The application form for the ATLAS Program, the Challenge Program, LEAP, and Extended French Immersion for September 2025 will be open from December 12, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. until January 12, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Application information and links will be available on the <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.limestone.on.ca%2Fchoices_at_7&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%40limestone.on.ca%7Cc13cb70668f54245fe1308de26dc3378%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638990924395986251%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=6ryzXHWd8GKhgilHIRfqdXOdm4jCXeg4AtxSY65ZlSY%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://www.limestone.on.ca/choices_at_7. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">Choices at 7 webpage.</a>Choices at 7 Information Nights: <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Calvin Park Public School - ATLAS, Challenge, LEAP and CORE Choices at 7 Program Information Night</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Loughborough Public School - Challenge Program Choices at 7 Program Information Night</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. </li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">Ernestown Intermediate and Secondary School - Grade 7 and 8 Challenge Program Information Night</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem">Thursday, December 11, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. </li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem">Harrowsmith Public School - Extended French Immersion Program Information Night</li><li value="8" class="editor-listitem">Monday December 8, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. Module Vanier - Extended French Immersion Program Information Night</li><li value="9" class="editor-listitem">Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. </li><li value="10" class="editor-listitem">Module L’Acadie - Extended French Immersion Program Information Night</li><li value="11" class="editor-listitem">Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.</li></ul><img src="/images/a9ec9d69-2f3c-4267-a860-e90e16cc0736?fingerprint=ppb20251217014559" alt="hive" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">Whether parents want to add creativity to their kid's winter break or have some free time to prepare for the holidays (or unwind thereafter), families can join one or all three of the upcoming WINTER BREAK STEAM CAMPS,at THE HIVE with new projects offered each day of each camp & all materials included. Priority registration will go to Bath Public School all this week (Nov.17 - Nov. 21) (Please be sure to write, 'BPS' in front of your name when registering to ensure your priority registration) . Camp fees are $65 per day per student and run daily from: 10:00AM - 2:30PM each day of camp. Sibling registrations will also receive a discounted rate of 10% for the second enrolled child, (rebated upon the first day of camp). Registration is online @<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fthehivebath.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%40limestone.on.ca%7C42c6f023c36948190b0c08de25364a37%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638989112334167727%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=teRxZKFIQmcJ4Qgbr4e4GAro7GurXWzIc4g45QiCsV0%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: http://thehivebath.com/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">thehivebath.com</a>. These camps are ideal for kids aged 5 - 12 years with projects adaptable for participants to take the lead and create their projects in the direction preferred most.  With gentle, encouraging guidance in a fun, uplifting atmosphere, projects are art-full, creative, colourful, tactile, engaging & full of fun surprises. All materials are included so kids just need to bring their:Labeled water bottle, 2x snack & Packed lunch daily.REGISTER your preferred camp dates ONLINE <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">@hehivebath.com</a>! <img src="/images/09ac8aec-ac53-4f3f-9f65-907d73034b1d?fingerprint=ppb20251217013102" alt="Skilled Trade" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">Get up close: Watch skilled trades professionals in action during live demonstrations and explore using tools and machinery. Meet the experts: Chat one-on-one with employers, apprentices, tradespeople, and instructors who share real-world insights and personal journeys in the skilled trades.  Plan student pathways: Explore apprenticeship pathways with expert guidance and resources provided by Skilled Trades Ontario.  -When: December 2, 2025, 3:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.Where: Kingston, Slush Puppie Place, 1 The Tragically Hip Way, KingstonWho: All Limestone families welcomeCost: Free! No registration neededTo learn more, visit <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flevelupontario.ca%2Fopen-house&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%40limestone.on.ca%7C10436594889544cee18708de1bbdd2e0%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638978699330970432%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=3i4BSTb05H63OHuMLXzlUrjgTljDVFUuBeiL5csjpSQ%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://levelupontario.ca/open-house. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">levelupontario.ca/open-house</a>.<img src="/images/4e27148e-c78a-4a34-bd0c-da4d88fc0b30?fingerprint=ppb20251217013727" alt="2025 10 01 newsletter insert does your student need glasses" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <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"> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"></a> <a href="https://www.loyalist.ca/media/lf4ps1su/autumn-guide.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">See the full guide here</a> <img src="/images/1cc9f23c-3196-5454-9c6a-e77a276bf992?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" alt="" width="177" height="177" style="width:177px;height:177px;display:inline-block"><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"> Mabel's LabelsWant to keep track of your child's idems and generate funds for our school? Click on the link below to order Mabel's Lables. Simply order their personalized labels online and our school receives 20% back on every purchase! Orders are shipped out directly to parents FREE.<a href="https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/</a> <hr><img src="/images/b286f597-ecb0-4130-9656-2545d5f87622?fingerprint=ppb20251217014650" alt="Land Acknowledgement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

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Knights News - Nov. 24-28

<img src="/images/2f11da75-c1d8-4471-867f-fde79563f699?fingerprint=ppb20251217013433" alt="fall leaves" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/c62f55da-f9e9-4017-a062-664a7c8cdf41?fingerprint=ppb20251217014828" alt="November11" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Dear Families,What a Week! It has been a wonderful week of learning, and it’s inspiring to see students growing in confidence as they recognize their own skills and abilities. We also loved seeing everyone proudly wearing pink shirts on Friday in support of bullying prevention—thank you for helping us promote kindness and respect in our school community.Next week is Colour Week, organized by our Spirit Club!<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Monday: Wear red</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Tuesday: Wear purple</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Wednesday: Wear orange</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Thursday: Wear black</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">Friday: Wear rainbow colours</li></ul>Show your school spirit and join the fun!<hr>Lice Checks Next Week As we spend more time indoors during this season, we sometimes notice an increase in lice (and have this year). We will be conducting head checks next week, but we kindly ask that you also check your child’s head at home. For more information and helpful tips, please visit <a href="https://caringforkids.cps.ca/handouts/health-conditions-and-treatments/head_lice" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">The Canadian Paediatrics Society</a> Please let your child's teacher know if you do not want your child's head checked at school.<hr>Chrome for the Holidays Fundraiser We’re excited to announce a special fundraiser to help purchase additional Chromebooks for our school! Join us for an after-school movie in the gym:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Date: Wednesday, December 10</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Time: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Movie: Arthur’s Christmas</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Who: Students in Grades K–5</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">Cost: $10 (includes a hot dog, chips, and a drink)</li></ul>Students are invited to wear their pajamas, bring blankets and stuffies, and enjoy a cozy movie afternoon. Please sign up and pay through School-Day if you would like your child to attend.<hr>Student CensusStudents from Grades 4 to 12 will be invited to complete the student census this week. This important initiative aims to learn more about students' identities, academic achievement, and their experiences at school. By understanding more about the unique backgrounds, experiences, and needs of students, we can create a more inclusive and supportive educational environment for everyone.The data is paired with academic information to help us understand what school is like for different groups of students.It is important to note that:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">The survey is optional.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Responses are confidential.</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Students can choose to answer as much or as little of the survey as they wish.</li></ul><hr>Jingle Bell WalkJoin us on Friday, December 5th at 2:30 pm for our Jingle Bell Walk! Classes will buddy up and walk together through the community, each sporting a festive jingle bell. Our goal is to collect food bank donations from December 1st to December 16th. Donations will help the local Lions Club fill Christmas baskets for families in need. Please check expiry dates before donating—thank you for your generosity!<hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Talent Show</h3>This year, instead of a Holiday Concert, we’re excited to host a New Year’s Talent Show in January! Grades 1–3 classes will perform, and students in Grades 4–8 are invited to audition and share their talents. More details and a tentative date will be shared soon.<hr>Looking forward to another great week ahead!Jean Paquin - Principal & Kevin Collins - Vice Principal<a href="mailto:paquinj@limestone.on.ca" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">paquinj@limestone.on.ca</a> ; <a href="https://collinsk@limestone.on.ca/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">collinsk@limestone.on.ca</a><img src="/images/7dd32edb-a7de-4dd5-bffd-937dc8afebc8?fingerprint=ppb20251217014153" alt="Candy Cane Lane" width="268" height="268" style="width:268px;height:268px;display:inline-block;float:right">Candy Cane Lane!Have some items you would like to donate or ‘re-gift’? The 2026 graduates of Bath Public School are looking for quality donations of any sort. This year our grade 8 class of Bath PS will once again be hosting Candy Cane Lane! This annual tradition is an exciting holiday shopping event for our students and a fundraiser for our graduating class. We are looking for gently used items, handmade items, toys, games, books, holiday decorations and candles. Please do not send items that are old, broken or would not make good gifts.We’re also looking for tissue paper, gift boxes, gift bags etc. Any and all support would be much appreciated. Please drop these off school by Friday December 7th.<img src="/images/6e5ea003-54af-4428-a663-f1b2ec2d31a8?fingerprint=ppb20251217014029" alt="Candy Cane Lane Flyer 20251102 164727 0000" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr><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 WearLooking to buy Bath spirit wear? T-shirts, sweatshirts, colour house shirts and other swag is available on the online store. Order now to ensure it arrives in time for the holidays. <a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/bathps/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://specialtytrophies.ca/bathps/</a><hr> This Week...<img src="/images/c4c8f74c-f23b-48bd-b67f-2ca234aa9c44?fingerprint=ppb20251217014828" alt="week ahead" width="203" height="203" style="width:203px;height:203px;display:inline-block;float:right">Monday, November 24 (Day 1)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Student Census Week (Nov. 24-28) </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Senior girls vball game vs TPCS 4:00 </li></ul>Tuesday, November 25 (Day 2)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Girls Volleyball am recess </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;">Senior boys Volleyball at Bath vs The Prince Charles </li></ul>Wednesday, November 26 (Day 3)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Senior boys Volleyball practice 1st break </li></ul>Thursday, November 27 (Day 4)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Senior Girls Volleyball Tournament</li></ul>Friday, November 28 (Day 5)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Indigenous Student Leadership Team -Trip to No.9 Gardens </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Girls Volleyball am recess </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Senior boys Volleyball practice 2nd break </li></ul> Skating Days...<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Dec 2, 12-2 4/5, 4/5, 5/6 and 6,7, 8 </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Dec 5, 11-2  1, 1/2,2 and 2/3, ¾ </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Jan 13, 11-2 Kinders, and 1, 1/2,2 and 2/3, ¾ </li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Jan 16, 11-1 4/5, 4/5, 5/6 and 6,7, 8 </li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Feb 10, 11-2 Kinders, and 1, 1/2,2 and 2/3, ¾ </li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Feb 13, 11-1 4/5, 4/5, 5/6 and 6,7, 8 </li></ul><img src="/images/0567b16e-db8a-4869-92ca-68a1e5371532?fingerprint=ppb20251217013037" alt="ChristmasPartyPoster 1 2 " width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/5ddc981e-7e40-4b11-a70a-1197f39a6694?fingerprint=ppb20251217013844" alt="Sensus" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">A PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online. </a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967?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"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Time</a></h2></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Learning block</a></h2></th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">8:55 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Supervision begins on the yard</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">9:10 to 10:50 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">10:50 to 11:30 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Recess and nutrition break</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">11:30 a.m. to 1:10 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block </a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">1:10 to 1:50 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Recess and nutrition break</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">1:50 to 3:30 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">3:30 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Dismissal</a></h2></td></tr></tbody></table> <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><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">Form 325-D</a> on the LDSB website. It outlines the Human Development and Sexual Health curriculum expectations for Grades 1-8.  Families can request to have their child or children exempted from instruction related to Human Development and Sexual Health expectations by completing and returning an exemption form for each child (<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.limestone.on.ca%252Fdocuments%252Faf26a5ef-1a97-4814-ab57-f365e0d6b6bb%252FForm-325-B-Exemption-Letter-Parent-Request.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%2540limestone.on.ca%7Cd8e986523c2748085d7c08ddeecf4b2d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638929296269902945%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%253D%253D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=G0ac7QdQcYMmDwk3auq%252B4YrZTL0Z6OSMABGZkkoYA%252BM%253D&reserved=0" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Form 325-B</a>) five school days before the start of instruction. Prior to instruction, your child's classroom teacher will inform parents/guardians when the expectations related to the Human Development and Sexual Health expectations in Strand D will be covered. For a more detailed overview of this process, please refer to Administrative Procedure 325: Exemption From Human Development and Sexual Health Instruction (listed under the Policies and Procedures section of the LDSB website), or contact the school.<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/77143b36-64d5-4f80-a9f2-cf2bf339fb88?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="326" height="466" style="width:326px;height:466px;display:inline-block"></a><img src="/images/31c66f06-c2c7-4ef1-8d8d-2e2e7505b3ff?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="stay informed" width="173" height="173" style="width:173px;height:173px;display:inline-block;float:left">Information SharingEach Sunday, Bath P.S. will send home a link to this weekly newsletter (Knights News) including information about the week ahead along with other information about upcoming events, our School Council, volunteer opportunities and more. However, LDSB also has a range of other communication tools to help you stay informed.To help users become more familiar with these new tools, please refer to these user guides:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/07694697-349d-51ff-a42c-a05550bd4f28/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20for%20setting%20up%20a%20School%20Messenger%20App%20Account.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Set up a SchoolMessenger App account</a><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/07694697-349d-51ff-a42c-a05550bd4f28/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20for%20setting%20up%20a%20School%20Messenger%20App%20Account.pdf?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" 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">Report a student absence:</a> set up your account, report and explain student absences in advance. - Video tutorial</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/48bbc50b-373e-5019-ae1d-7a37c047b5a4/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Communicate%20broadcast%20tool.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013700" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Use the Communicate broadcast tool:</a> choose how you will receive alerts including how to opt-in for text messaging. - Video tutorial</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/56167561-f5db-5914-b801-10584900d3ea/Parent%20?fingerprint=20260601T0915Z&%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Board%20mobile%20app.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Use the Board mobile app:</a> how to choose your schools, see your messages and report and review student absences. - Video tutorial</li></ul><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/321bfdb0-7b47-449b-860d-9689704f8a34?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="insurance" width="135" height="153" style="width:135px;height:153px;display:inline-block;float:left"></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Student Accident Insurance</h3>The Limestone District School Board requires that students have student accident insurance in order to participate in extra-curricular activities. Before students will be allowed to participate in these events, parents/guardians must confirm their own coverage for items not covered under the Provincial Health Plan, or purchase an insurance plan. Each year a Student Accident Insurance Plan is made available to all students on a voluntary basis. The plan provides protection for dental damage due to accidents, fracture benefits and other important coverage, which are not covered under the Provincial Health Plan. Some parents may have dental plan coverage through their workplace but many of these plans are limited in one way or another, while this accident coverage is not. You should compare plans to make sure you have the coverage you need or desire.In making this plan available, the Board wishes to make its position clear in the matter of insurance. Under the Education Act, the Board is not permitted to provide insurance coverage for accidents to pupils, therefore, the Board recommends consideration of this plan to any parent who wishes to obtain this kind of insurance. Although the policy has all the advantages of a group plan, it is essentially a direct contract between the parent and the insurance company.A family plan is also available for three or more students which permits the enrolment of students in the family who are attending schools outside the jurisdiction of this Board as long as at least one child in the family is attending a school within the Limestone District School Board.If you wish to subscribe to this insurance, you may do so by completing the form handed out to students the first week of school and mailing it directly to Reliable Life Insurance Company in the stamped envelope provided. Or, for your convenience, you may purchase directly online at <a href="https://insuremykids.com/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">www.insuremykids.com.</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/8da2fba9-5e33-4313-86f2-2822afc47153?fingerprint=ppb20251217014314" alt="SAC" width="194" height="178" style="width:194px;height:178px;display:inline-block"></a>Bath School Advisory CouncilOur fabulous parent council is looking for new members! If you would like to be a part of this great team, please come to our next meeting date is January 14th at 6:30. We are looking forward to meeting in the library. Please let us know if you can make it and if you will require childcare. We are pleased to be able to provide it during the meeting for those who require it.School Trips and VolunteersThroughout the year, we may ask for parent/guardian volunteers on school trips or for various classroom and school activities. The wait time for obtaining a CPIC (background check with vulnerable sector screening) can be lengthy. As such, if you think you would be willing to assist with a trip or school event in the future, please consider obtaining a CPIC with vulnerable sector screening completed, beforehand.<a href="https://www.opp.ca/index.php?id=147&lng=en" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Link to OPP Criminal Background Checks</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/304d9c00-8dec-4ea7-8b9f-bc3b1b4b7f74?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.<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Opportunities for Students and Families</h2> <img src="/images/a26cdff5-0541-463d-a222-13bcbfd7ad21?fingerprint=ppb20251217014516" alt="Gould Lake" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"> Choices at 7</h3> The Limestone District School Board's Choices at 7 programs offer opportunities for students entering Grade 7 to participate in a variety of unique learning environments.Depending on the availability of places in the programs, students currently in Grade 7 may also apply to join a program for their Grade 8 year. The Choices at 7 programs that are offered include: <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">ATLAS (Applying Technology for Learning, Aptitude, and Success) </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Challenge (Gifted and Academic Enrichment Program) </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">LEAP (Limestone Education through the Arts Program) </li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Extended French Immersion Program (for students entering Grade 7 only)</li></ul>If you are interested in finding out more about these programs, you are invited to attend the information nights that are being held at each site (dates and times are listed below). For detailed information about any of the Choices at 7 programs, please visit the <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.limestone.on.ca%2Fchoices_at_7&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%40limestone.on.ca%7Cc13cb70668f54245fe1308de26dc3378%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638990924395975305%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=2V4jJLa3Q8GP4dOoNcku2eCBE1vdzhp9imnCJpW0rZ0%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://www.limestone.on.ca/choices_at_7. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">Choices at 7 webpage.</a>Application Process: The application form for the ATLAS Program, the Challenge Program, LEAP, and Extended French Immersion for September 2025 will be open from December 12, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. until January 12, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Application information and links will be available on the <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.limestone.on.ca%2Fchoices_at_7&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%40limestone.on.ca%7Cc13cb70668f54245fe1308de26dc3378%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638990924395986251%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=6ryzXHWd8GKhgilHIRfqdXOdm4jCXeg4AtxSY65ZlSY%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://www.limestone.on.ca/choices_at_7. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">Choices at 7 webpage.</a>Choices at 7 Information Nights: <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Calvin Park Public School - ATLAS, Challenge, LEAP and CORE Choices at 7 Program Information Night</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Loughborough Public School - Challenge Program Choices at 7 Program Information Night</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. </li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">Ernestown Intermediate and Secondary School - Grade 7 and 8 Challenge Program Information Night</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem">Thursday, December 11, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. </li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem">Harrowsmith Public School - Extended French Immersion Program Information Night</li><li value="8" class="editor-listitem">Monday December 8, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. Module Vanier - Extended French Immersion Program Information Night</li><li value="9" class="editor-listitem">Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. </li><li value="10" class="editor-listitem">Module L’Acadie - Extended French Immersion Program Information Night</li><li value="11" class="editor-listitem">Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.</li></ul><img src="/images/a9ec9d69-2f3c-4267-a860-e90e16cc0736?fingerprint=ppb20251217014559" alt="hive" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">Whether parents want to add creativity to their kid's winter break or have some free time to prepare for the holidays (or unwind thereafter), families can join one or all three of the upcoming WINTER BREAK STEAM CAMPS,at THE HIVE with new projects offered each day of each camp & all materials included. Priority registration will go to Bath Public School all this week (Nov.17 - Nov. 21) (Please be sure to write, 'BPS' in front of your name when registering to ensure your priority registration) . Camp fees are $65 per day per student and run daily from: 10:00AM - 2:30PM each day of camp. Sibling registrations will also receive a discounted rate of 10% for the second enrolled child, (rebated upon the first day of camp). Registration is online @<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fthehivebath.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%40limestone.on.ca%7C42c6f023c36948190b0c08de25364a37%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638989112334167727%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=teRxZKFIQmcJ4Qgbr4e4GAro7GurXWzIc4g45QiCsV0%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: http://thehivebath.com/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">thehivebath.com</a>. These camps are ideal for kids aged 5 - 12 years with projects adaptable for participants to take the lead and create their projects in the direction preferred most.  With gentle, encouraging guidance in a fun, uplifting atmosphere, projects are art-full, creative, colourful, tactile, engaging & full of fun surprises. All materials are included so kids just need to bring their:Labeled water bottle, 2x snack & Packed lunch daily.REGISTER your preferred camp dates ONLINE <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">@hehivebath.com</a>! <img src="/images/09ac8aec-ac53-4f3f-9f65-907d73034b1d?fingerprint=ppb20251217013102" alt="Skilled Trade" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">Get up close: Watch skilled trades professionals in action during live demonstrations and explore using tools and machinery. Meet the experts: Chat one-on-one with employers, apprentices, tradespeople, and instructors who share real-world insights and personal journeys in the skilled trades.  Plan student pathways: Explore apprenticeship pathways with expert guidance and resources provided by Skilled Trades Ontario.  -When: December 2, 2025, 3:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.Where: Kingston, Slush Puppie Place, 1 The Tragically Hip Way, KingstonWho: All Limestone families welcomeCost: Free! No registration neededTo learn more, visit <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flevelupontario.ca%2Fopen-house&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%40limestone.on.ca%7C10436594889544cee18708de1bbdd2e0%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638978699330970432%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=3i4BSTb05H63OHuMLXzlUrjgTljDVFUuBeiL5csjpSQ%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://levelupontario.ca/open-house. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">levelupontario.ca/open-house</a>.<img src="/images/4e27148e-c78a-4a34-bd0c-da4d88fc0b30?fingerprint=ppb20251217013727" alt="2025 10 01 newsletter insert does your student need glasses" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <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"> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"></a> <a href="https://www.loyalist.ca/media/lf4ps1su/autumn-guide.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">See the full guide here</a> <img src="/images/1cc9f23c-3196-5454-9c6a-e77a276bf992?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" alt="" width="177" height="177" style="width:177px;height:177px;display:inline-block"><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"> Mabel's LabelsWant to keep track of your child's idems and generate funds for our school? Click on the link below to order Mabel's Lables. Simply order their personalized labels online and our school receives 20% back on every purchase! Orders are shipped out directly to parents FREE.<a href="https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/</a> <hr><img src="/images/b286f597-ecb0-4130-9656-2545d5f87622?fingerprint=ppb20251217014650" alt="Land Acknowledgement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

2025-11-21 11:23:27.805 +0000 UTC

Knights News - Nov. 17-21

<img src="/images/8a211536-b9f9-45f9-8b47-d919c0ac2a14?fingerprint=ppb20251217014301" alt="Nov10" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/f45a32a4-7273-4610-89d5-a7fcd4baf4e4?fingerprint=ppb20251217015242" alt="Nov9" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/0d97cc50-857e-44fe-b025-4537df84f0d3?fingerprint=ppb20251217013116" alt="Art9" width="229" height="217" style="width:229px;height:217px;display:inline-block;float:right">Dear Families,Wow! What an amazing Bath Holiday Bazaar! It was such a wonderful way for our school and community to come together. From pictures with Santa to the smell of cinnamon buns and so many unique holiday shopping opportunities—it truly was an incredible event. A huge thank you to our SAC team, and all the volunteers who worked tirelessly to make this happen. We are so grateful for your support!A special thanks to:Deanna Carrol, Jenn Irving, The de Sousa Family, Cote Family, Devine Family, Paula Leroux, Katie Whitfield, Kristi Marucci, Sarah Schembri, Stephanie Black, Kate Brown, Charles Devine, Paula Leroux, Ashley Wynn, Lindsay Lawlor, Elaine Donaldson, Latoya Rattan,BPS Alumni: Lily Cote, Breanna Cote, Abby, Ahmed; and Students; Isaac, Bella, Parker, Daniel, Desmond, Ryan, Lily, Reese-This not to mention the many others that chipped in to make the day run so smoothly. Thank you!!<hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Fresh From the Farm Delivery</h3>Thank you for participating in this year’s Fresh from the Farm school fundraising campaign. Veggie and Apple Bundles that were ordered will be available for pick up:  November 17, 2025 from 12:00 to 5:00pm<hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Bullying Prevention Week</h3>November 17-21 is Bullying Prevention Week - This week and every week, we’re focusing on creating a safe and respectful school environment. Throughout the week, we will be sharing announcements and doing activities to help clarify what bullying means, acknowledge its impact, and share strategies to stop all forms of harassment.. We’ll also highlight where to turn for help. Additional resources for parents can be found at <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://smho-smso.ca</a> and <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://www.prevnet.ca</a>. Together, let’s take action to prevent bullying and promote kindness. Mark your calendars—Pink Shirt Day is November 21st!<hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Jingle Bell Walk</h3>Join us on Friday, December 5th at 2:30 pm for our Jingle Bell Walk! Classes will buddy up and walk together through the community, each sporting a festive jingle bell. Our goal is to collect food bank donations from December 1st to December 16th. Donations will help the local Lions Club fill Christmas baskets for families in need. Please check expiry dates before donating—thank you for your generosity!<hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Talent Show</h3>This year, instead of a Holiday Concert, we’re excited to host a New Year’s Talent Show in January! Grades 1–3 classes will perform, and students in Grades 4–8 are invited to audition and share their talents. More details and a tentative date will be shared soon.<hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Progress Reports</h3>Progress reports were sent home on Thursday. These reports provide an overview of your child’s learning progress and areas of growth so far this term. Please take time to review and reach out to your child’s teacher if you have any questions.<hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Reading Screeners</h3>Families of students in SK–Grade 2 whose reading composite scores are below or well below benchmark received reading screener results on Thursday. These assessments, completed in September, help us identify gaps and strategies to support students. Please review the report card comments for more insight and contact your child’s teacher for ideas on how to support reading at home.<hr>Looking forward to another great week ahead!Jean Paquin - Principal & Kevin Collins - Vice Principal<a href="mailto:paquinj@limestone.on.ca" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">paquinj@limestone.on.ca</a> ; <a href="https://collinsk@limestone.on.ca/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">collinsk@limestone.on.ca</a><img src="/images/30e4f603-905f-430f-8241-1a25a5fd010e?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="2025 11 01 Pink Shirt Day Digital Slide" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/7dd32edb-a7de-4dd5-bffd-937dc8afebc8?fingerprint=ppb20251217014153" alt="Candy Cane Lane" width="268" height="268" style="width:268px;height:268px;display:inline-block;float:right">Candy Cane Lane!Have some items you would like to donate or ‘re-gift’? The 2026 graduates of Bath Public School are looking for quality donations of any sort. This year our grade 8 class of Bath PS will once again be hosting Candy Cane Lane! This annual tradition is an exciting holiday shopping event for our students and a fundraiser for our graduating class. We are looking for gently used items, handmade items, toys, games, books, holiday decorations and candles. Please do not send items that are old, broken or would not make good gifts.We’re also looking for tissue paper, gift boxes, gift bags etc. Any and all support would be much appreciated. Please drop these off school by Friday December 7th.<img src="/images/6e5ea003-54af-4428-a663-f1b2ec2d31a8?fingerprint=ppb20251217014029" alt="Candy Cane Lane Flyer 20251102 164727 0000" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr><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 WearLooking to buy Bath spirit wear? T-shirts, sweatshirts, colour house shirts and other swag is available on the online store. Order now to ensure it arrives in time for the holidays. <a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/bathps/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://specialtytrophies.ca/bathps/</a><hr> This Week...<img src="/images/c4c8f74c-f23b-48bd-b67f-2ca234aa9c44?fingerprint=ppb20251217014828" alt="week ahead" width="203" height="203" style="width:203px;height:203px;display:inline-block;float:right">Monday, November 17 (Day 1)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Bauml, Benest to Gould Lake </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Fresh from the Farm bundles available for pick up</li></ul>Tuesday, November 18 (Day 2)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Sr Girls Volleyball am recess </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Junior Boys vball 2nd break  </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Senior Girls Volleyball Vs Amherstivew @ Bath 4:00</li></ul>Wednesday, November 19 (Day 3)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Senior boys Volleyball at Amherstview </li></ul>Thursday, November 20 (Day 4)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Junior girls vball 2nd break  </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Senior boys Volleyball at Fairfield </li></ul>Friday, November 21 (Day 5)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Pink Shirt Day (as part of Bullying Awareness Week) </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Sr Girls Volleyball  am recess </li></ul> Skating Days...<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Dec 2, 12-2 4/5, 4/5, 5/6 and 6,7, 8 </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Dec 5, 11-2  1, 1/2,2 and 2/3, ¾ </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Jan 13, 11-2 Kinders, and 1, 1/2,2 and 2/3, ¾ </li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Jan 16, 11-1 4/5, 4/5, 5/6 and 6,7, 8 </li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Feb 10, 11-2 Kinders, and 1, 1/2,2 and 2/3, ¾ </li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Feb 13, 11-1 4/5, 4/5, 5/6 and 6,7, 8 </li></ul><img src="/images/0567b16e-db8a-4869-92ca-68a1e5371532?fingerprint=ppb20251217013037" alt="ChristmasPartyPoster 1 2 " width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/5ddc981e-7e40-4b11-a70a-1197f39a6694?fingerprint=ppb20251217013844" alt="Sensus" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">A PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online. </a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967?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"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Time</a></h2></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Learning block</a></h2></th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">8:55 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Supervision begins on the yard</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">9:10 to 10:50 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">10:50 to 11:30 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Recess and nutrition break</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">11:30 a.m. to 1:10 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block </a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">1:10 to 1:50 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Recess and nutrition break</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">1:50 to 3:30 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">3:30 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Dismissal</a></h2></td></tr></tbody></table> <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><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">Form 325-D</a> on the LDSB website. It outlines the Human Development and Sexual Health curriculum expectations for Grades 1-8.  Families can request to have their child or children exempted from instruction related to Human Development and Sexual Health expectations by completing and returning an exemption form for each child (<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.limestone.on.ca%252Fdocuments%252Faf26a5ef-1a97-4814-ab57-f365e0d6b6bb%252FForm-325-B-Exemption-Letter-Parent-Request.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%2540limestone.on.ca%7Cd8e986523c2748085d7c08ddeecf4b2d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638929296269902945%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%253D%253D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=G0ac7QdQcYMmDwk3auq%252B4YrZTL0Z6OSMABGZkkoYA%252BM%253D&reserved=0" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Form 325-B</a>) five school days before the start of instruction. Prior to instruction, your child's classroom teacher will inform parents/guardians when the expectations related to the Human Development and Sexual Health expectations in Strand D will be covered. For a more detailed overview of this process, please refer to Administrative Procedure 325: Exemption From Human Development and Sexual Health Instruction (listed under the Policies and Procedures section of the LDSB website), or contact the school.<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/77143b36-64d5-4f80-a9f2-cf2bf339fb88?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="326" height="466" style="width:326px;height:466px;display:inline-block"></a><img src="/images/31c66f06-c2c7-4ef1-8d8d-2e2e7505b3ff?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="stay informed" width="173" height="173" style="width:173px;height:173px;display:inline-block;float:left">Information SharingEach Sunday, Bath P.S. will send home a link to this weekly newsletter (Knights News) including information about the week ahead along with other information about upcoming events, our School Council, volunteer opportunities and more. However, LDSB also has a range of other communication tools to help you stay informed.To help users become more familiar with these new tools, please refer to these user guides:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/07694697-349d-51ff-a42c-a05550bd4f28/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20for%20setting%20up%20a%20School%20Messenger%20App%20Account.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Set up a SchoolMessenger App account</a><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/07694697-349d-51ff-a42c-a05550bd4f28/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20for%20setting%20up%20a%20School%20Messenger%20App%20Account.pdf?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" 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">Report a student absence:</a> set up your account, report and explain student absences in advance. - Video tutorial</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/48bbc50b-373e-5019-ae1d-7a37c047b5a4/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Communicate%20broadcast%20tool.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013700" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Use the Communicate broadcast tool:</a> choose how you will receive alerts including how to opt-in for text messaging. - Video tutorial</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/56167561-f5db-5914-b801-10584900d3ea/Parent%20?fingerprint=20260601T0915Z&%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Board%20mobile%20app.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Use the Board mobile app:</a> how to choose your schools, see your messages and report and review student absences. - Video tutorial</li></ul><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a> <img src="/images/f8765bdc-6240-47a3-abd4-3e0b0f56c0aa?fingerprint=ppb20251217015306" alt="fresh" width="143" height="168" style="width:143px;height:168px;display:inline-block;float:left">Fresh from the Farm FundraiserThank you for placing your Fresh from the Farm orders. The delivery date is expected to be sometime in early November. We will let you know as soon as this is confirmed. <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/321bfdb0-7b47-449b-860d-9689704f8a34?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="insurance" width="135" height="153" style="width:135px;height:153px;display:inline-block;float:left"></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Student Accident Insurance</h3>The Limestone District School Board requires that students have student accident insurance in order to participate in extra-curricular activities. Before students will be allowed to participate in these events, parents/guardians must confirm their own coverage for items not covered under the Provincial Health Plan, or purchase an insurance plan. Each year a Student Accident Insurance Plan is made available to all students on a voluntary basis. The plan provides protection for dental damage due to accidents, fracture benefits and other important coverage, which are not covered under the Provincial Health Plan. Some parents may have dental plan coverage through their workplace but many of these plans are limited in one way or another, while this accident coverage is not. You should compare plans to make sure you have the coverage you need or desire.In making this plan available, the Board wishes to make its position clear in the matter of insurance. Under the Education Act, the Board is not permitted to provide insurance coverage for accidents to pupils, therefore, the Board recommends consideration of this plan to any parent who wishes to obtain this kind of insurance. Although the policy has all the advantages of a group plan, it is essentially a direct contract between the parent and the insurance company.A family plan is also available for three or more students which permits the enrolment of students in the family who are attending schools outside the jurisdiction of this Board as long as at least one child in the family is attending a school within the Limestone District School Board.If you wish to subscribe to this insurance, you may do so by completing the form handed out to students the first week of school and mailing it directly to Reliable Life Insurance Company in the stamped envelope provided. Or, for your convenience, you may purchase directly online at <a href="https://insuremykids.com/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">www.insuremykids.com.</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/8da2fba9-5e33-4313-86f2-2822afc47153?fingerprint=ppb20251217014314" alt="SAC" width="194" height="178" style="width:194px;height:178px;display:inline-block"></a>Bath School Advisory CouncilOur fabulous parent council is looking for new members! If you would like to be a part of this great team, please come to our next meeting date is January 14th at 6:30. We are looking forward to meeting in the library. Please let us know if you can make it and if you will require childcare. We are pleased to be able to provide it during the meeting for those who require it.School Trips and VolunteersThroughout the year, we may ask for parent/guardian volunteers on school trips or for various classroom and school activities. The wait time for obtaining a CPIC (background check with vulnerable sector screening) can be lengthy. As such, if you think you would be willing to assist with a trip or school event in the future, please consider obtaining a CPIC with vulnerable sector screening completed, beforehand.<a href="https://www.opp.ca/index.php?id=147&lng=en" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Link to OPP Criminal Background Checks</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/304d9c00-8dec-4ea7-8b9f-bc3b1b4b7f74?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. <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/dc0c31b6-c23b-47b0-bafc-f746f8822bd2?fingerprint=ppb20251217015024" alt="triboard" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a>Triboard Busing Information2025-2026 Busing Details Available in the PortalBus routes were finalized on August 20, 2025 and student details are available in the Student Portal.The deadline for applications to be processed for the first day of school was August 10, 2025. Applications received after this date are currently being processed with a start date of mid-September so that bus drivers, school staff, and families can get to know their routes. Families will need to make alternative travel arrangements for students to get to school until the “start date” indicated in the Student Portal. Requests to switch buses or stop locations will not be reviewed until late September or early October. If you require assistance, please visit triboard.ca/contact to contact us.<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">You can log-in or create an account here.</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Opportunities for Students and Families</h2> <img src="/images/a9ec9d69-2f3c-4267-a860-e90e16cc0736?fingerprint=ppb20251217014559" alt="hive" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">Whether parents want to add creativity to their kid's winter break or have some free time to prepare for the holidays (or unwind thereafter), families can join one or all three of the upcoming WINTER BREAK STEAM CAMPS,at THE HIVE with new projects offered each day of each camp & all materials included. Priority registration will go to Bath Public School all this week (Nov.17 - Nov. 21) (Please be sure to write, 'BPS' in front of your name when registering to ensure your priority registration) . Camp fees are $65 per day per student and run daily from: 10:00AM - 2:30PM each day of camp. Sibling registrations will also receive a discounted rate of 10% for the second enrolled child, (rebated upon the first day of camp). Registration is online @<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fthehivebath.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%40limestone.on.ca%7C42c6f023c36948190b0c08de25364a37%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638989112334167727%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=teRxZKFIQmcJ4Qgbr4e4GAro7GurXWzIc4g45QiCsV0%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: http://thehivebath.com/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">thehivebath.com</a>. These camps are ideal for kids aged 5 - 12 years with projects adaptable for participants to take the lead and create their projects in the direction preferred most.  With gentle, encouraging guidance in a fun, uplifting atmosphere, projects are art-full, creative, colourful, tactile, engaging & full of fun surprises. All materials are included so kids just need to bring their:Labeled water bottle, 2x snack & Packed lunch daily.REGISTER your preferred camp dates ONLINE <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">@hehivebath.com</a>! <img src="/images/09ac8aec-ac53-4f3f-9f65-907d73034b1d?fingerprint=ppb20251217013102" alt="Skilled Trade" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">Get up close: Watch skilled trades professionals in action during live demonstrations and explore using tools and machinery. Meet the experts: Chat one-on-one with employers, apprentices, tradespeople, and instructors who share real-world insights and personal journeys in the skilled trades.  Plan student pathways: Explore apprenticeship pathways with expert guidance and resources provided by Skilled Trades Ontario.  -When: December 2, 2025, 3:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.Where: Kingston, Slush Puppie Place, 1 The Tragically Hip Way, KingstonWho: All Limestone families welcomeCost: Free! No registration neededTo learn more, visit <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flevelupontario.ca%2Fopen-house&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%40limestone.on.ca%7C10436594889544cee18708de1bbdd2e0%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638978699330970432%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=3i4BSTb05H63OHuMLXzlUrjgTljDVFUuBeiL5csjpSQ%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://levelupontario.ca/open-house. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">levelupontario.ca/open-house</a>.<img src="/images/4e27148e-c78a-4a34-bd0c-da4d88fc0b30?fingerprint=ppb20251217013727" alt="2025 10 01 newsletter insert does your student need glasses" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <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"> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"></a> <a href="https://www.loyalist.ca/media/lf4ps1su/autumn-guide.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">See the full guide here</a> <img src="/images/1cc9f23c-3196-5454-9c6a-e77a276bf992?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" alt="" width="177" height="177" style="width:177px;height:177px;display:inline-block"><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"> Mabel's LabelsWant to keep track of your child's idems and generate funds for our school? Click on the link below to order Mabel's Lables. Simply order their personalized labels online and our school receives 20% back on every purchase! Orders are shipped out directly to parents FREE.<a href="https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/</a> <hr><img src="/images/b286f597-ecb0-4130-9656-2545d5f87622?fingerprint=ppb20251217014650" alt="Land Acknowledgement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

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Knights News - Nov. 10 - 14

<img src="/images/56b8f207-e762-4df6-af3b-d5000c64956b?fingerprint=ppb20251217013816" alt="Poppy 2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/157ad105-69c8-4206-a657-bf2c231f473d?fingerprint=ppb20251217013201" alt="Nov8" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/78583853-ee38-45d8-947c-26e99d86e191?fingerprint=ppb20251217014125" alt="poppy" width="288" height="239" style="width:288px;height:239px;display:inline-block;float:right">Dear Families,It’s hard to believe we’ve already reached mid-November! It’s truly awesome to see the incredible progress our students have made since September. Your dedication and hard work are making a real difference—thank you!Remembrance Day Assembly We’re looking forward to welcoming families to our Remembrance Day ceremony on Tuesday at 10:00 AM in the gym. This year, we’re honoured to host Corporal Lewis from the National Veterans Speaker’s Program, who will share his reflections on the importance of remembrance. Bath Holiday BazaarCan you believe the Bath Holiday Bazaar is just around the corner? You might want to come by on November 15th for this fantastic fundraiser organized by our School Council in support of Bath PS. Enjoy a variety of vendors, a cozy café, professional photos with Santa, cookie decorating, crafts, and an exciting silent auction and raffle! Interested in volunteering? Please fill out the form here:<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSckPRXTQv3nA7coXHvhv_xCCEZ3mid6rP6YKEjWs1_MZ5DpWw/viewform?usp=header" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSckPRXTQv3nA7coXHvhv_xCCEZ3mid6rP6YKEjWs1_MZ5DpWw/viewform?usp=header</a>Holiday Bazaar Donations request We are in need of donations for the Merry Little Cafe this year.  We are needing donations of baked goods (cookies, pies, squares etc). If you are not a baker, not to worry, we do know that many stores offer pre baked goods that we will accept . For example: Country Traditions in Napanee had a great selection of frozen baked goods.We also are in need cases of water, juice, pop and chips. We understand that not everyone has an opportunity to donate, however the more donations we receive the more proceeds we keep to use for our amazing school/students. Donations should be received no later than November 14 2025.Please let us know if you are able to donate below:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Baked goods (cookies, squares pies etc)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Pop, chips etc </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Gift Certificate to No Frills, Country Traditions etc</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Other</li></ul>If you are able to donate, please email: <a href="about:blank" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">maruccifitness4u@gmail.com</a>or complete the following Google Form: <a href="https://forms.gle/8uRBxwZRygeN8oos9" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://forms.gle/8uRBxwZRygeN8oos9</a>Jingle Bell RunOn December 5th! Students are invited to take part in the annual Jingle Bell Run, Walk, or Roll. To participate, students are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item in exchange for a jingle bell. More details to come.Talent Show This year, rather than a Holiday Concert. We have opted for a New Year's Talent show in January. K-3 classes will perform at this event and Grade 4-8 students are invited to audition and share a talent at the show. More information and a tentative date will be shared in the coming weeks.Progress ReportsProgress reports will be sent home with students on November 13th. These reports provide an overview of your child’s learning progress and areas of growth so far this term. Please take some time to review the report and reach out to your child’s teacher if you have any questionsReading Screeners - On Friday, November 13th families of students in SK-Grade 2, who's reading composite scores are below or well-below the benchmark for their grade, will receive a letter with their child's progress report sharing these results. We are always working to identify gaps and strategies to support students who are struggling.Looking forward to another great week ahead! Jean Paquin - Principal & Kevin Collins - Vice Principal<a href="mailto:paquinj@limestone.on.ca" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">paquinj@limestone.on.ca</a> ; <a href="https://collinsk@limestone.on.ca/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">collinsk@limestone.on.ca</a><img src="/images/19c8533e-0a4b-4c8a-8ad7-18132a838368?fingerprint=ppb20251217013228" alt="Picture Day" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/7dd32edb-a7de-4dd5-bffd-937dc8afebc8?fingerprint=ppb20251217014153" alt="Candy Cane Lane" width="268" height="268" style="width:268px;height:268px;display:inline-block;float:right">Candy Cane Lane!Have some items you would like to donate or ‘re-gift’? The 2026 graduates of Bath Public School are looking for quality donations of any sort. This year our grade 8 class of Bath PS will once again be hosting Candy Cane Lane! This annual tradition is an exciting holiday shopping event for our students and a fundraiser for our graduating class. We are looking for gently used items, handmade items, toys, games, books, holiday decorations and candles. Please do not send items that are old, broken or would not make good gifts.We’re also looking for tissue paper, gift boxes, gift bags etc. Any and all support would be much appreciated. Please drop these off school by Friday December 7th.<img src="/images/6e5ea003-54af-4428-a663-f1b2ec2d31a8?fingerprint=ppb20251217014029" alt="Candy Cane Lane Flyer 20251102 164727 0000" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr><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 WearLooking to buy Bath spirit wear? T-shirts, sweatshirts, colour house shirts and other swag is available on the online store. Order now to ensure it arrives in time for the holidays. <a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/bathps/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://specialtytrophies.ca/bathps/</a><hr> This Week...<img src="/images/c4c8f74c-f23b-48bd-b67f-2ca234aa9c44?fingerprint=ppb20251217014828" alt="week ahead" width="203" height="203" style="width:203px;height:203px;display:inline-block;float:right">Monday, November 10 (Day 2)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Remembrance Day Rehearsal – Period 5 and 6 in the Gym </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Girls Volleyball tryout 1st recess </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Junior Boys Vollyballball tryout 2nd break </li></ul>Tuesday, November 11 (Day 3)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Remembrance Day Assembly 10:00am</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">DaCosta to Bath Library </li></ul>Wednesday, November 12 (Day 4)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Photo Retake Day</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Junior Girls Vollyball tryout 2nd break</li></ul>Thursday, November 13 (Day 5)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Progress Reports go home to families</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Girls Volleyball tryout 1st recess </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Benest/Boutilier to Bath Libray </li></ul>Friday, November 14 (Day 1)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">PA Day - No school for students</li></ul>Coming Up....<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Nov 15 - Bath Holiday Bazaar</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Nov 25 - Gr 5/6 to Bath Library –11:30-1:00 </li></ul><img src="/images/0567b16e-db8a-4869-92ca-68a1e5371532?fingerprint=ppb20251217013037" alt="ChristmasPartyPoster 1 2 " width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/5ddc981e-7e40-4b11-a70a-1197f39a6694?fingerprint=ppb20251217013844" alt="Sensus" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">A PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online. </a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967?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"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Time</a></h2></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Learning block</a></h2></th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">8:55 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Supervision begins on the yard</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">9:10 to 10:50 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">10:50 to 11:30 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Recess and nutrition break</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">11:30 a.m. to 1:10 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block </a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">1:10 to 1:50 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Recess and nutrition break</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">1:50 to 3:30 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">3:30 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Dismissal</a></h2></td></tr></tbody></table> <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><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">Form 325-D</a> on the LDSB website. It outlines the Human Development and Sexual Health curriculum expectations for Grades 1-8.  Families can request to have their child or children exempted from instruction related to Human Development and Sexual Health expectations by completing and returning an exemption form for each child (<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.limestone.on.ca%252Fdocuments%252Faf26a5ef-1a97-4814-ab57-f365e0d6b6bb%252FForm-325-B-Exemption-Letter-Parent-Request.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%2540limestone.on.ca%7Cd8e986523c2748085d7c08ddeecf4b2d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638929296269902945%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%253D%253D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=G0ac7QdQcYMmDwk3auq%252B4YrZTL0Z6OSMABGZkkoYA%252BM%253D&reserved=0" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Form 325-B</a>) five school days before the start of instruction. Prior to instruction, your child's classroom teacher will inform parents/guardians when the expectations related to the Human Development and Sexual Health expectations in Strand D will be covered. For a more detailed overview of this process, please refer to Administrative Procedure 325: Exemption From Human Development and Sexual Health Instruction (listed under the Policies and Procedures section of the LDSB website), or contact the school.<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/77143b36-64d5-4f80-a9f2-cf2bf339fb88?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="326" height="466" style="width:326px;height:466px;display:inline-block"></a><img src="/images/31c66f06-c2c7-4ef1-8d8d-2e2e7505b3ff?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="stay informed" width="173" height="173" style="width:173px;height:173px;display:inline-block;float:left">Information SharingEach Sunday, Bath P.S. will send home a link to this weekly newsletter (Knights News) including information about the week ahead along with other information about upcoming events, our School Council, volunteer opportunities and more. However, LDSB also has a range of other communication tools to help you stay informed.To help users become more familiar with these new tools, please refer to these user guides:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/07694697-349d-51ff-a42c-a05550bd4f28/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20for%20setting%20up%20a%20School%20Messenger%20App%20Account.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Set up a SchoolMessenger App account</a><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/07694697-349d-51ff-a42c-a05550bd4f28/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20for%20setting%20up%20a%20School%20Messenger%20App%20Account.pdf?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" 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">Report a student absence:</a> set up your account, report and explain student absences in advance. - Video tutorial</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/48bbc50b-373e-5019-ae1d-7a37c047b5a4/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Communicate%20broadcast%20tool.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013700" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Use the Communicate broadcast tool:</a> choose how you will receive alerts including how to opt-in for text messaging. - Video tutorial</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/56167561-f5db-5914-b801-10584900d3ea/Parent%20?fingerprint=20260601T0915Z&%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Board%20mobile%20app.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Use the Board mobile app:</a> how to choose your schools, see your messages and report and review student absences. - Video tutorial</li></ul><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a> <img src="/images/f8765bdc-6240-47a3-abd4-3e0b0f56c0aa?fingerprint=ppb20251217015306" alt="fresh" width="143" height="168" style="width:143px;height:168px;display:inline-block;float:left">Fresh from the Farm FundraiserThank you for placing your Fresh from the Farm orders. The delivery date is expected to be sometime in early November. We will let you know as soon as this is confirmed. <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/321bfdb0-7b47-449b-860d-9689704f8a34?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="insurance" width="135" height="153" style="width:135px;height:153px;display:inline-block;float:left"></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Student Accident Insurance</h3>The Limestone District School Board requires that students have student accident insurance in order to participate in extra-curricular activities. Before students will be allowed to participate in these events, parents/guardians must confirm their own coverage for items not covered under the Provincial Health Plan, or purchase an insurance plan. Each year a Student Accident Insurance Plan is made available to all students on a voluntary basis. The plan provides protection for dental damage due to accidents, fracture benefits and other important coverage, which are not covered under the Provincial Health Plan. Some parents may have dental plan coverage through their workplace but many of these plans are limited in one way or another, while this accident coverage is not. You should compare plans to make sure you have the coverage you need or desire.In making this plan available, the Board wishes to make its position clear in the matter of insurance. Under the Education Act, the Board is not permitted to provide insurance coverage for accidents to pupils, therefore, the Board recommends consideration of this plan to any parent who wishes to obtain this kind of insurance. Although the policy has all the advantages of a group plan, it is essentially a direct contract between the parent and the insurance company.A family plan is also available for three or more students which permits the enrolment of students in the family who are attending schools outside the jurisdiction of this Board as long as at least one child in the family is attending a school within the Limestone District School Board.If you wish to subscribe to this insurance, you may do so by completing the form handed out to students the first week of school and mailing it directly to Reliable Life Insurance Company in the stamped envelope provided. Or, for your convenience, you may purchase directly online at <a href="https://insuremykids.com/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">www.insuremykids.com.</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/8da2fba9-5e33-4313-86f2-2822afc47153?fingerprint=ppb20251217014314" alt="SAC" width="194" height="178" style="width:194px;height:178px;display:inline-block"></a>Bath School Advisory CouncilOur fabulous parent council is looking for new members! If you would like to be a part of this great team, please come to our next meeting date is January 14th at 6:30. We are looking forward to meeting in the library. Please let us know if you can make it and if you will require childcare. We are pleased to be able to provide it during the meeting for those who require it.School Trips and VolunteersThroughout the year, we may ask for parent/guardian volunteers on school trips or for various classroom and school activities. The wait time for obtaining a CPIC (background check with vulnerable sector screening) can be lengthy. As such, if you think you would be willing to assist with a trip or school event in the future, please consider obtaining a CPIC with vulnerable sector screening completed, beforehand.<a href="https://www.opp.ca/index.php?id=147&lng=en" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Link to OPP Criminal Background Checks</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/304d9c00-8dec-4ea7-8b9f-bc3b1b4b7f74?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. <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/dc0c31b6-c23b-47b0-bafc-f746f8822bd2?fingerprint=ppb20251217015024" alt="triboard" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a>Triboard Busing Information2025-2026 Busing Details Available in the PortalBus routes were finalized on August 20, 2025 and student details are available in the Student Portal.The deadline for applications to be processed for the first day of school was August 10, 2025. Applications received after this date are currently being processed with a start date of mid-September so that bus drivers, school staff, and families can get to know their routes. Families will need to make alternative travel arrangements for students to get to school until the “start date” indicated in the Student Portal. Requests to switch buses or stop locations will not be reviewed until late September or early October. If you require assistance, please visit triboard.ca/contact to contact us.<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">You can log-in or create an account here.</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Opportunities for Students and Families</h2> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"></a><img src="/images/09ac8aec-ac53-4f3f-9f65-907d73034b1d?fingerprint=ppb20251217013102" alt="Skilled Trade" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">Get up close: Watch skilled trades professionals in action during live demonstrations and explore using tools and machinery. Meet the experts: Chat one-on-one with employers, apprentices, tradespeople, and instructors who share real-world insights and personal journeys in the skilled trades.  Plan student pathways: Explore apprenticeship pathways with expert guidance and resources provided by Skilled Trades Ontario.  -When: December 2, 2025, 3:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.Where: Kingston, Slush Puppie Place, 1 The Tragically Hip Way, KingstonWho: All Limestone families welcomeCost: Free! No registration neededTo learn more, visit <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flevelupontario.ca%2Fopen-house&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%40limestone.on.ca%7C10436594889544cee18708de1bbdd2e0%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638978699330970432%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=3i4BSTb05H63OHuMLXzlUrjgTljDVFUuBeiL5csjpSQ%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://levelupontario.ca/open-house. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">levelupontario.ca/open-house</a>.<img src="/images/4e27148e-c78a-4a34-bd0c-da4d88fc0b30?fingerprint=ppb20251217013727" alt="2025 10 01 newsletter insert does your student need glasses" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <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"> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"></a> <a href="https://www.loyalist.ca/media/lf4ps1su/autumn-guide.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">See the full guide here</a> <img src="/images/1cc9f23c-3196-5454-9c6a-e77a276bf992?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" alt="" width="177" height="177" style="width:177px;height:177px;display:inline-block"><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"> Mabel's LabelsWant to keep track of your child's idems and generate funds for our school? Click on the link below to order Mabel's Lables. Simply order their personalized labels online and our school receives 20% back on every purchase! Orders are shipped out directly to parents FREE.<a href="https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/</a> <hr><img src="/images/b286f597-ecb0-4130-9656-2545d5f87622?fingerprint=ppb20251217014650" alt="Land Acknowledgement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

2025-11-07 19:59:18.22 +0000 UTC

Knights News - Nov. 3-7

<img src="/images/f21e84e6-64be-4b42-aea4-7f2e55b0305a?fingerprint=ppb20251217015231" alt="yellow" width="616" height="792" style="width:616px;height:792px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/6ff0f010-9272-4e5b-8e53-f0133e0192e6?fingerprint=ppb20251217014029" alt="thumbnail collage 1 " width="605" height="757" style="width:605px;height:757px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/d7d8a5f0-5207-49d6-83ee-651333d35512?fingerprint=ppb20251217014957" alt="art5" width="297" height="461" style="width:297px;height:461px;display:inline-block;float:left">Dear Families, What a wonderful week it’s been! On Tuesday, buddy classes enjoyed a scenic walk through the community, taking in the vibrant colours of fall and celebrating the beauty of our surroundings.Throughout the week, students explored the Book Fair, with many choosing to purchase new reads. It was fantastic to see so many families join us on Wednesday evening to take part in the excitement.Our Grade 7 & 8 classes worked on a woodworking project which is looking fantastic.Of course, Halloween brought a burst of energy and creativity! Students arrived in fantastic costumes and took part in spooky classroom activities. A special shoutout to our Grade 8 students for organizing a lively dance in the gym as part of their Grad fundraiser—what a fun way to wrap up the week!Next week looks a lot less busy! <img src="/images/7dd32edb-a7de-4dd5-bffd-937dc8afebc8?fingerprint=ppb20251217014153" alt="Candy Cane Lane" width="268" height="268" style="width:268px;height:268px;display:inline-block;float:right">Candy Cane Lane!Have some items you would like to donate or ‘re-gift’? The 2026 graduates of Bath Public School are looking for quality donations of any sort. This year our grade 8 class of Bath PS will once again be hosting Candy Cane Lane! This annual tradition is an exciting holiday shopping event for our students and a fundraiser for our graduating class. We are looking for gently used items, handmade items, toys, games, books, holiday decorations and candles. Please do not send items that are old, broken or would not make good gifts.We’re also looking for tissue paper, gift boxes, gift bags etc. Any and all support would be much appreciated. Please drop these off school by Friday December 7th.<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.start2finishonline.org/about&data=05%7c02%7cbentleyk%40limestone.on.ca%7cc5c175f572f2401b3b3c08de171bd5e4%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c638973605535283780%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&sdata=wVtYl5NPKZwXj9nTPngc2SHD%2B/VGX/xGcG0k46Qo/9U%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link"> Start2Finish</a> is a national not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing education equity and inclusive learning opportunities for all children.  we are pleased to invite students from your school community to participate in one of our free virtual afterschool programs:· Brainworx for students in grades 1-6  <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.facebook.com/BrainworxS2F/?mc_cid%3D9b4f768a1a%26mc_eid%3DUNIQID&data=05%7c02%7cbentleyk%40limestone.on.ca%7cc5c175f572f2401b3b3c08de171bd5e4%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c638973605535355527%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&sdata=RNgpuB3ZzYamyDy8NC7dshIPW3TDMe9dcQRgSes/9ww%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Facebook</a>· Junior Coach program for students in grades 7 & 8.  <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.facebook.com/BrainworxS2F/?mc_cid%3D9b4f768a1a%26mc_eid%3DUNIQID&data=05%7c02%7cbentleyk%40limestone.on.ca%7cc5c175f572f2401b3b3c08de171bd5e4%7ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7c0%7c0%7c638973605535388809%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&sdata=gXrOy04MwLxsoeAd8lGRGtlw60JItlFHEXjJxikKRVI%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Facebook</a>Each program is designed by educators and wellness experts, combining literacy development, social-emotional learning, and physical activity in a welcoming, inclusive virtual environment. Both programs are completely free for families and led by trained, vetted volunteers who are committed to creating safe and supportive learning spaces.Looking forward to the week to come. Jean Paquin - Principal & Kevin Collins - Vice Principal<a href="mailto:paquinj@limestone.on.ca" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">paquinj@limestone.on.ca</a> ; <a href="https://collinsk@limestone.on.ca/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">collinsk@limestone.on.ca</a><img src="/images/6e5ea003-54af-4428-a663-f1b2ec2d31a8?fingerprint=ppb20251217014029" alt="Candy Cane Lane Flyer 20251102 164727 0000" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr><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 WearLooking to buy Bath spirit wear? T-shirts, sweatshirts, colour house shirts and other swag is available on the online store. Order now to ensure it arrives in time for the holidays. <a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/bathps/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://specialtytrophies.ca/bathps/</a><hr> This Week...<img src="/images/c4c8f74c-f23b-48bd-b67f-2ca234aa9c44?fingerprint=ppb20251217014828" alt="week ahead" width="203" height="203" style="width:203px;height:203px;display:inline-block;float:right">Monday, November 3 (Day 2)Tuesday, November 4 (Day 3)Wednesday, November 5 (Day 4)Thursday, November 6 (Day 5)Friday, November 7 (Day 1)Coming Up....<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Nov 11 - Remembrance Day Assembly</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Nov 12 - Photo Retake Day</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Nov 13 - Progress Reports go home to families</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Nov 15 - Bath Holiday Bazaar</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">Nov 25 - Gr 5/6 to Bath Library –11:30-1:00 </li></ul><img src="/images/0567b16e-db8a-4869-92ca-68a1e5371532?fingerprint=ppb20251217013037" alt="ChristmasPartyPoster 1 2 " width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">A PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online. </a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967?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"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Time</a></h2></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Learning block</a></h2></th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">8:55 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Supervision begins on the yard</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">9:10 to 10:50 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">10:50 to 11:30 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Recess and nutrition break</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">11:30 a.m. to 1:10 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block </a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">1:10 to 1:50 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Recess and nutrition break</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">1:50 to 3:30 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">3:30 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Dismissal</a></h2></td></tr></tbody></table> <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Help Shape Our Accessibility Plan</h2> <img src="/images/b7d4ceda-1709-432f-8418-63cff14baab4?fingerprint=ppb20251217014713" alt="thumbnail 2025 10 06 Help Shape Our Accessibility Plan" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">The Limestone District School Board is committed to fostering accessibility and inclusion for all. We are currently developing our next Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and invite feedback from students, staff, families, and community members.Your input will help ensure our goals reflect the diverse needs and lived experiences across our school communities. Please visit bit.ly/LDSB2025-2029AccessibilityPlan to provide input. The survey is open until November 10, 2025<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Allergen Awareness - Nut-Free School</h2>Thank you for packing nut-free snacks! Please communicate with teachers before sending any treats in for your student's class. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><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">Form 325-D</a> on the LDSB website. It outlines the Human Development and Sexual Health curriculum expectations for Grades 1-8.  Families can request to have their child or children exempted from instruction related to Human Development and Sexual Health expectations by completing and returning an exemption form for each child (<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.limestone.on.ca%252Fdocuments%252Faf26a5ef-1a97-4814-ab57-f365e0d6b6bb%252FForm-325-B-Exemption-Letter-Parent-Request.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%2540limestone.on.ca%7Cd8e986523c2748085d7c08ddeecf4b2d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638929296269902945%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%253D%253D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=G0ac7QdQcYMmDwk3auq%252B4YrZTL0Z6OSMABGZkkoYA%252BM%253D&reserved=0" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Form 325-B</a>) five school days before the start of instruction. Prior to instruction, your child's classroom teacher will inform parents/guardians when the expectations related to the Human Development and Sexual Health expectations in Strand D will be covered. For a more detailed overview of this process, please refer to Administrative Procedure 325: Exemption From Human Development and Sexual Health Instruction (listed under the Policies and Procedures section of the LDSB website), or contact the school.<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/77143b36-64d5-4f80-a9f2-cf2bf339fb88?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="326" height="466" style="width:326px;height:466px;display:inline-block"></a><img src="/images/31c66f06-c2c7-4ef1-8d8d-2e2e7505b3ff?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="stay informed" width="173" height="173" style="width:173px;height:173px;display:inline-block;float:left">Information SharingEach Sunday, Bath P.S. will send home a link to this weekly newsletter (Knights News) including information about the week ahead along with other information about upcoming events, our School Council, volunteer opportunities and more. However, LDSB also has a range of other communication tools to help you stay informed.To help users become more familiar with these new tools, please refer to these user guides:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/07694697-349d-51ff-a42c-a05550bd4f28/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20for%20setting%20up%20a%20School%20Messenger%20App%20Account.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Set up a SchoolMessenger App account</a><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/07694697-349d-51ff-a42c-a05550bd4f28/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20for%20setting%20up%20a%20School%20Messenger%20App%20Account.pdf?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" 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">Report a student absence:</a> set up your account, report and explain student absences in advance. - Video tutorial</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/48bbc50b-373e-5019-ae1d-7a37c047b5a4/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Communicate%20broadcast%20tool.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013700" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Use the Communicate broadcast tool:</a> choose how you will receive alerts including how to opt-in for text messaging. - Video tutorial</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/56167561-f5db-5914-b801-10584900d3ea/Parent%20?fingerprint=20260601T0915Z&%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Board%20mobile%20app.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Use the Board mobile app:</a> how to choose your schools, see your messages and report and review student absences. - Video tutorial</li></ul><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a> <img src="/images/f8765bdc-6240-47a3-abd4-3e0b0f56c0aa?fingerprint=ppb20251217015306" alt="fresh" width="143" height="168" style="width:143px;height:168px;display:inline-block;float:left">Fresh from the Farm FundraiserThank you for placing your Fresh from the Farm orders. The delivery date is expected to be sometime in early November. We will let you know as soon as this is confirmed. <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/321bfdb0-7b47-449b-860d-9689704f8a34?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="insurance" width="135" height="153" style="width:135px;height:153px;display:inline-block;float:left"></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Student Accident Insurance</h3>The Limestone District School Board requires that students have student accident insurance in order to participate in extra-curricular activities. Before students will be allowed to participate in these events, parents/guardians must confirm their own coverage for items not covered under the Provincial Health Plan, or purchase an insurance plan. Each year a Student Accident Insurance Plan is made available to all students on a voluntary basis. The plan provides protection for dental damage due to accidents, fracture benefits and other important coverage, which are not covered under the Provincial Health Plan. Some parents may have dental plan coverage through their workplace but many of these plans are limited in one way or another, while this accident coverage is not. You should compare plans to make sure you have the coverage you need or desire.In making this plan available, the Board wishes to make its position clear in the matter of insurance. Under the Education Act, the Board is not permitted to provide insurance coverage for accidents to pupils, therefore, the Board recommends consideration of this plan to any parent who wishes to obtain this kind of insurance. Although the policy has all the advantages of a group plan, it is essentially a direct contract between the parent and the insurance company.A family plan is also available for three or more students which permits the enrolment of students in the family who are attending schools outside the jurisdiction of this Board as long as at least one child in the family is attending a school within the Limestone District School Board.If you wish to subscribe to this insurance, you may do so by completing the form handed out to students the first week of school and mailing it directly to Reliable Life Insurance Company in the stamped envelope provided. Or, for your convenience, you may purchase directly online at <a href="https://insuremykids.com/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">www.insuremykids.com.</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/8da2fba9-5e33-4313-86f2-2822afc47153?fingerprint=ppb20251217014314" alt="SAC" width="194" height="178" style="width:194px;height:178px;display:inline-block"></a>Bath School Advisory CouncilOur fabulous parent council is looking for new members! If you would like to be a part of this great team, please come to our next meeting date is January 14th at 6:30. We are looking forward to meeting in the library. Please let us know if you can make it and if you will require childcare. We are pleased to be able to provide it during the meeting for those who require it.School Trips and VolunteersThroughout the year, we may ask for parent/guardian volunteers on school trips or for various classroom and school activities. The wait time for obtaining a CPIC (background check with vulnerable sector screening) can be lengthy. As such, if you think you would be willing to assist with a trip or school event in the future, please consider obtaining a CPIC with vulnerable sector screening completed, beforehand. <a href="https://www.opp.ca/index.php?id=147&lng=en" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Link to OPP Criminal Background Checks</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/304d9c00-8dec-4ea7-8b9f-bc3b1b4b7f74?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. <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/dc0c31b6-c23b-47b0-bafc-f746f8822bd2?fingerprint=ppb20251217015024" alt="triboard" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a>Triboard Busing Information2025-2026 Busing Details Available in the PortalBus routes were finalized on August 20, 2025 and student details are available in the Student Portal.The deadline for applications to be processed for the first day of school was August 10, 2025. Applications received after this date are currently being processed with a start date of mid-September so that bus drivers, school staff, and families can get to know their routes. Families will need to make alternative travel arrangements for students to get to school until the “start date” indicated in the Student Portal. Requests to switch buses or stop locations will not be reviewed until late September or early October. If you require assistance, please visit triboard.ca/contact to contact us.<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">You can log-in or create an account here.</a> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Opportunities for Students and Families</h2> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"></a> <img src="/images/4e27148e-c78a-4a34-bd0c-da4d88fc0b30?fingerprint=ppb20251217013727" alt="2025 10 01 newsletter insert does your student need glasses" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <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"> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"></a> <a href="https://www.loyalist.ca/media/lf4ps1su/autumn-guide.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">See the full guide here</a> <img src="/images/1cc9f23c-3196-5454-9c6a-e77a276bf992?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" alt="" width="177" height="177" style="width:177px;height:177px;display:inline-block"><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"> Mabel's LabelsWant to keep track of your child's idems and generate funds for our school? Click on the link below to order Mabel's Lables. Simply order their personalized labels online and our school receives 20% back on every purchase! Orders are shipped out directly to parents FREE.<a href="https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/</a> <hr><img src="/images/b286f597-ecb0-4130-9656-2545d5f87622?fingerprint=ppb20251217014650" alt="Land Acknowledgement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

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Knights News - October 27-31

<img src="/images/944df29d-a375-4eec-b803-53fca45c9c9e?fingerprint=ppb20251217014357" alt="pumpkin" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/b54c298b-345f-45df-bd79-ff36015e210c?fingerprint=ppb20251217014701" alt="Oct9" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/b7f533dc-d1a1-4814-9bc9-28d17ff24848?fingerprint=ppb20251217014713" alt="123" width="345" height="255" style="width:345px;height:255px;display:inline-block;float:left">Dear Families,It’s been an exciting week at Bath Public School, and we’re so grateful for your continued support and involvement. We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to the many families who joined us for the Boo Bash on Friday evening. Your energy and enthusiasm made the event truly special, and we are especially grateful to our School Advisory Council for organizing such a fantastic celebration. From the fun games to the DJ, it was a night to remember and a wonderful way to bring our community together.Also on Friday, we held our first Bath PRIDE Assembly of the year, where we recognized students who have consistently demonstrated perseverance. It was inspiring to see so many students celebrated for their hard work and determination. We are proud of each and every one of them and look forward to continuing to highlight the incredible character traits our students show every day.Next week, the Scholastic Book Fair will be held in the library. Students will have the opportunity to preview the fair on Tuesday and can purchase books on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday morning. Families are also invited to shop together during our special evening event on Wednesday from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. All proceeds from the fair will go toward purchasing new books for our library and classrooms. Thank you for supporting literacy at Bath PS!Halloween is just around the corner, and on Friday, October 31st, students are welcome to wear spooky colours, fall colours, or a Halloween costume to school if they wish. For those planning to wear a costume, we kindly ask families to avoid sending accessories or props that may be inappropriate for our school environment, such as swords, guns, items of violence or gore, and large masks that impair vision. For our younger students, please ensure that costumes allow for independence in dressing and using the washroom. Each class may celebrate the day differently, and our Grade 8 class will be hosting a Halloween dance for all students. This fun annual event is a fundraiser for their graduation activities, and a $2 suggested donation is appreciated. Thank you in advance for your cooperation!Volleyball season will also be starting next week, with practices for both boys and girls taking place throughout the week. Our student athletes are showing great progress, and we extend many thanks to the coaches and volunteers who are generously giving their time to support our teams.Finally, we would like to acknowledge that November 1st marks the beginning of Hindu Heritage Month, Indigenous Heritage Month, and Movember. We look forward to celebrating and learning more about these important observances throughout the month.Thank you for being such an important part of our school community. We look forward to another week of learning, laughter, and connection at Bath PS. Jean Paquin - Principal & Kevin Collins - Vice Principal<a href="mailto:paquinj@limestone.on.ca" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">paquinj@limestone.on.ca</a> ; <a href="https://collinsk@limestone.on.ca/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">collinsk@limestone.on.ca</a><hr><img src="/images/afdec79e-7256-4382-ba33-72452d96ee01?fingerprint=ppb20251217014637" alt="logo" width="101" height="101" style="width:101px;height:101px;display:inline-block;float:left">Bath Spirit WearLooking to buy Bath spirit wear? T-shirts, sweatshirts, colour house shirts and other swag is available on the online store. Order now to ensure it arrives in time for the holidays.<hr>This Week...<img src="/images/c4c8f74c-f23b-48bd-b67f-2ca234aa9c44?fingerprint=ppb20251217014828" alt="week ahead" width="203" height="203" style="width:203px;height:203px;display:inline-block;float:right">Monday, October 27 (Day 2)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Mme Pengelly returns</li></ul>Tuesday, October 28 (Day 3)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Oct 28 Gr 5/6 to Bath Library –11:30-1:00 </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Oct 28-31 Fall Book Fair </li></ul>Wednesday, October 29 (Day 4)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Fall Book Fair </li></ul>Thursday, October 30 (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;">Fall Book Fair </li></ul>Friday, October 31 (Day 1)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Fall Book Fair </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Halloween Dance</li></ul>Coming Up....<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Nov 11 - Remembrance Day Assembly</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Nov 12 - Photo Retake Day</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Nov 13 - Progress Reports go home to families</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Nov 15 - Bath Holiday Bazaar</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">Nov 25 - Gr 5/6 to Bath Library –11:30-1:00 </li></ul> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">A PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online. </a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967?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"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Time</a></h2></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Learning block</a></h2></th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">8:55 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Supervision begins on the yard</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">9:10 to 10:50 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">10:50 to 11:30 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Recess and nutrition break</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">11:30 a.m. to 1:10 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block </a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">1:10 to 1:50 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Recess and nutrition break</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">1:50 to 3:30 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">3:30 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Dismissal</a></h2></td></tr></tbody></table> <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Help Shape Our Accessibility Plan</h2> <img src="/images/b7d4ceda-1709-432f-8418-63cff14baab4?fingerprint=ppb20251217014713" alt="thumbnail 2025 10 06 Help Shape Our Accessibility Plan" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">The Limestone District School Board is committed to fostering accessibility and inclusion for all. We are currently developing our next Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and invite feedback from students, staff, families, and community members.Your input will help ensure our goals reflect the diverse needs and lived experiences across our school communities. Please visit bit.ly/LDSB2025-2029AccessibilityPlan to provide input. The survey is open until November 10, 2025<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Allergen Awareness - Nut-Free School</h2>Thank you for packing nut-free snacks! Please communicate with teachers before sending any treats in for your student's class. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><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">Form 325-D</a> on the LDSB website. It outlines the Human Development and Sexual Health curriculum expectations for Grades 1-8.  Families can request to have their child or children exempted from instruction related to Human Development and Sexual Health expectations by completing and returning an exemption form for each child (<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.limestone.on.ca%252Fdocuments%252Faf26a5ef-1a97-4814-ab57-f365e0d6b6bb%252FForm-325-B-Exemption-Letter-Parent-Request.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%2540limestone.on.ca%7Cd8e986523c2748085d7c08ddeecf4b2d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638929296269902945%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%253D%253D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=G0ac7QdQcYMmDwk3auq%252B4YrZTL0Z6OSMABGZkkoYA%252BM%253D&reserved=0" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Form 325-B</a>) five school days before the start of instruction. Prior to instruction, your child's classroom teacher will inform parents/guardians when the expectations related to the Human Development and Sexual Health expectations in Strand D will be covered. For a more detailed overview of this process, please refer to Administrative Procedure 325: Exemption From Human Development and Sexual Health Instruction (listed under the Policies and Procedures section of the LDSB website), or contact the school.<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/77143b36-64d5-4f80-a9f2-cf2bf339fb88?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="326" height="466" style="width:326px;height:466px;display:inline-block"></a><img src="/images/31c66f06-c2c7-4ef1-8d8d-2e2e7505b3ff?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="stay informed" width="173" height="173" style="width:173px;height:173px;display:inline-block;float:left">Information SharingEach Sunday, Bath P.S. will send home a link to this weekly newsletter (Knights News) including information about the week ahead along with other information about upcoming events, our School Council, volunteer opportunities and more. However, LDSB also has a range of other communication tools to help you stay informed.To help users become more familiar with these new tools, please refer to these user guides:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/07694697-349d-51ff-a42c-a05550bd4f28/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20for%20setting%20up%20a%20School%20Messenger%20App%20Account.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Set up a SchoolMessenger App account</a><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/07694697-349d-51ff-a42c-a05550bd4f28/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20for%20setting%20up%20a%20School%20Messenger%20App%20Account.pdf?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" 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">Report a student absence:</a> set up your account, report and explain student absences in advance. - Video tutorial</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/48bbc50b-373e-5019-ae1d-7a37c047b5a4/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Communicate%20broadcast%20tool.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013700" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Use the Communicate broadcast tool:</a> choose how you will receive alerts including how to opt-in for text messaging. - Video tutorial</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/56167561-f5db-5914-b801-10584900d3ea/Parent%20?fingerprint=20260601T0915Z&%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Board%20mobile%20app.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Use the Board mobile app:</a> how to choose your schools, see your messages and report and review student absences. - Video tutorial</li></ul><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a> <img src="/images/f8765bdc-6240-47a3-abd4-3e0b0f56c0aa?fingerprint=ppb20251217015306" alt="fresh" width="143" height="168" style="width:143px;height:168px;display:inline-block;float:left">Fresh from the Farm FundraiserThank you for placing your Fresh from the Farm orders. The delivery date is expected to be sometime in early November. We will let you know as soon as this is confirmed. <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/321bfdb0-7b47-449b-860d-9689704f8a34?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="insurance" width="135" height="153" style="width:135px;height:153px;display:inline-block;float:left"></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Student Accident Insurance</h3>The Limestone District School Board requires that students have student accident insurance in order to participate in extra-curricular activities. Before students will be allowed to participate in these events, parents/guardians must confirm their own coverage for items not covered under the Provincial Health Plan, or purchase an insurance plan. Each year a Student Accident Insurance Plan is made available to all students on a voluntary basis. The plan provides protection for dental damage due to accidents, fracture benefits and other important coverage, which are not covered under the Provincial Health Plan. Some parents may have dental plan coverage through their workplace but many of these plans are limited in one way or another, while this accident coverage is not. You should compare plans to make sure you have the coverage you need or desire.In making this plan available, the Board wishes to make its position clear in the matter of insurance. Under the Education Act, the Board is not permitted to provide insurance coverage for accidents to pupils, therefore, the Board recommends consideration of this plan to any parent who wishes to obtain this kind of insurance. Although the policy has all the advantages of a group plan, it is essentially a direct contract between the parent and the insurance company.A family plan is also available for three or more students which permits the enrolment of students in the family who are attending schools outside the jurisdiction of this Board as long as at least one child in the family is attending a school within the Limestone District School Board.If you wish to subscribe to this insurance, you may do so by completing the form handed out to students the first week of school and mailing it directly to Reliable Life Insurance Company in the stamped envelope provided. Or, for your convenience, you may purchase directly online at <a href="https://insuremykids.com/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">www.insuremykids.com.</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/8da2fba9-5e33-4313-86f2-2822afc47153?fingerprint=ppb20251217014314" alt="SAC" width="194" height="178" style="width:194px;height:178px;display:inline-block"></a>Bath School Advisory CouncilOur fabulous parent council is looking for new members! If you would like to be a part of this great team, please come to our next meeting date is January 14th at 6:30. We are looking forward to meeting in the library. Please let us know if you can make it and if you will require childcare. We are pleased to be able to provide it during the meeting for those who require it.School Trips and VolunteersThroughout the year, we may ask for parent/guardian volunteers on school trips or for various classroom and school activities. The wait time for obtaining a CPIC (background check with vulnerable sector screening) can be lengthy. As such, if you think you would be willing to assist with a trip or school event in the future, please consider obtaining a CPIC with vulnerable sector screening completed, beforehand. <a href="https://www.opp.ca/index.php?id=147&lng=en" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Link to OPP Criminal Background Checks</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/304d9c00-8dec-4ea7-8b9f-bc3b1b4b7f74?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. <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/dc0c31b6-c23b-47b0-bafc-f746f8822bd2?fingerprint=ppb20251217015024" alt="triboard" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a>Triboard Busing Information2025-2026 Busing Details Available in the PortalBus routes were finalized on August 20, 2025 and student details are available in the Student Portal.The deadline for applications to be processed for the first day of school was August 10, 2025. Applications received after this date are currently being processed with a start date of mid-September so that bus drivers, school staff, and families can get to know their routes. Families will need to make alternative travel arrangements for students to get to school until the “start date” indicated in the Student Portal. Requests to switch buses or stop locations will not be reviewed until late September or early October. If you require assistance, please visit triboard.ca/contact to contact us.<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">You can log-in or create an account here.</a> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Opportunities for Students and Families</h2> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"></a><img src="/images/e23a9213-7c93-4e53-9ec4-a1814f9d5fd5?fingerprint=ppb20251217015101" alt="Image" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><img src="/images/93adbcb9-3895-4a04-82d2-d4f302222f9a?fingerprint=ppb20251217014357" alt="Screenshot 2025 10 09 085308" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/aa831451-7dda-4bbc-af1a-26e4c643f852?fingerprint=ppb20251217014611" alt="Loyalist Programs" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a><a href="https://www.loyalist.ca/media/lf4ps1su/autumn-guide.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">See the full guide here</a><img src="/images/0acae14b-1a88-4bc7-b2b9-366f1b8fd977?fingerprint=ppb20251217013102" alt="bball" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/1cc9f23c-3196-5454-9c6a-e77a276bf992?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" alt="" width="177" height="177" style="width:177px;height:177px;display:inline-block"><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"> Mabel's LabelsWant to keep track of your child's idems and generate funds for our school? Click on the link below to order Mabel's Lables. Simply order their personalized labels online and our school receives 20% back on every purchase! Orders are shipped out directly to parents FREE.<a href="https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/</a> <hr><img src="/images/b286f597-ecb0-4130-9656-2545d5f87622?fingerprint=ppb20251217014650" alt="Land Acknowledgement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

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Knights News - October 20-24

<img src="/images/04feb52f-1753-4e11-8c44-cb10d2bb47bd?fingerprint=ppb20251217013037" alt="fall trees" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/bcc5439e-91e0-4ec7-a548-6c863fbb49e7?fingerprint=ppb20251217014739" alt="Oct8" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/4ad2de28-7680-443e-aa7f-6ff448c681de?fingerprint=ppb20251217013714" alt="tree art" width="202" height="261" style="width:202px;height:261px;display:inline-block;float:left">Dear Families,Wow, what a fantastic week! Fueled by turkey and rest, our students returned energized and ready to learn. It’s been incredible to witness the progress they’ve already made this year—there’s truly some amazing learning happening in our classrooms. We are so fortunate to have such dedicated and talented educators here at Bath.Boo Bash Alert: Mark your calendars for our Boo Bash fundraiser on Thursday, October 24 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. This exciting family event will feature Halloween-themed games, a costume parade, a family dance, fun contests, and a cake raffle. We’re still looking for donations of cakes or cupcakes for the raffle. If you’re able to contribute, please email Ms. Paquin. We can’t wait to see you there!This Week at Bath: Our junior classes enjoyed a wonderful presentation by Emil Sher, sparking curiosity and creativity. Our student runners proudly represented Bath at the District Cross Country Meet, and it was inspiring to see their growth and determination throughout the season. Several of our runners earned a spot to compete again at the District Meet on October 22.We ended the week with a beautiful Friday and our annual World Cup of Soccer event for junior and intermediate students. Every team played with integrity, determination, and spirit. Congratulations to Team England, this year’s champions. A huge shout-out to all our Knights for their outstanding effort and for consistently showing Bath PRIDE. Special thanks to our Grade 8 student leaders who coached and refereed the games, and to Mr. Kyte for organizing this beloved Bath tradition.Coming Up: We’re thrilled to welcome Ms. Pengelly back to Bath very soon. A heartfelt thank you and best wishes to Mme. Lalonde, who will be moving on to Odessa. Her last day at Bath will be October 22. We’ll miss her dearly and are grateful for the smooth transition. We know our paths will cross again.Our scheduled fire drill will take place on the morning of October 24. We’re also planning our first Bath PRIDE Assembly for the last block on Friday. Throughout the year, we’ll be celebrating each of our PRIDE traits: perseverance, respect, integrity, determination, and empathy. The theme for this first assembly is perseverance. The next weeks promise to be just as exciting, with many more learning opportunities on the horizon. Be sure to check School-Day regularly for updates and event notifications.Thank you for your continued support and for being such an important part of our Bath community.Sincerely, Jean Paquin - Principal & Kevin Collins - Vice Principal<a href="mailto:paquinj@limestone.on.ca" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">paquinj@limestone.on.ca</a> ; <a href="https://collinsk@limestone.on.ca/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">collinsk@limestone.on.ca</a> <img src="/images/f122e825-d7a9-4322-a5b4-87b3734b3462?fingerprint=ppb20251217015218" alt="Boo Bash" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">Bath Holiday BazaarWe’re looking forward to the Bath Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, November 15. Don’t miss your chance to purchase a beautiful holiday wreath or planter and pick it up while you’re there. All proceeds from this event and fundraiser go directly to the School Council and help support valuable opportunities for our students. <img src="/images/acb38e9e-ef98-4650-b343-ab529ef2aa23?fingerprint=ppb20251217014611" alt="Wreath flyer" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><a href="https://limestoneschools-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/personal/paquinj_limestone_on_ca/EfB9aKCY5zlHh_V9FdRWNBUBm3c5h4oQjzE8UKsEzRHoIw?e=QGCvUc" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Order forms</a> can be printed here and orders can also be placed on school day. <hr> This Week...<img src="/images/c4c8f74c-f23b-48bd-b67f-2ca234aa9c44?fingerprint=ppb20251217014828" alt="week ahead" width="203" height="203" style="width:203px;height:203px;display:inline-block;float:right">Monday, October 20 (Day 2)Tuesday, October 21 (Day 3)Wednesday, October 22 (Day 4)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Girl Power 9:10 in Guidance (select 6/7 students)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Regional Cross Country FINALS at Fort Henry </li></ul>Thursday, October 23 (Day 5)Friday, October 24 (Day 1)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Scheduled Fire Drill</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Pride assembly 2:00pm</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Boo Bash (6:00-8:00pm)</li></ul>  Coming Up....<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Oct 28 Gr 5/6 to Bath Library –11:30-1:00 </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Oct 28-31 Fall Book Fair </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Oct 30 Indigenous Student Leadership Team Field Trip</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Oct 31 - Halloween Dance</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">Nov 11 - Remembrance Day Assembly</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem">Nov 12 - Photo Retake Day</li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem">Nov 13 - Progress Reports go home to families</li><li value="8" class="editor-listitem">Nov 15 - Bath Holiday Bazaar</li><li value="9" class="editor-listitem">Nov 25 - Gr 5/6 to Bath Library –11:30-1:00 </li></ul> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">A PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online. </a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967?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"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Time</a></h2></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Learning block</a></h2></th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">8:55 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Supervision begins on the yard</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">9:10 to 10:50 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">10:50 to 11:30 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Recess and nutrition break</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">11:30 a.m. to 1:10 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block </a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">1:10 to 1:50 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Recess and nutrition break</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">1:50 to 3:30 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">3:30 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Dismissal</a></h2></td></tr></tbody></table> <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Help Shape Our Accessibility Plan</h2> <img src="/images/b7d4ceda-1709-432f-8418-63cff14baab4?fingerprint=ppb20251217014713" alt="thumbnail 2025 10 06 Help Shape Our Accessibility Plan" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">The Limestone District School Board is committed to fostering accessibility and inclusion for all. We are currently developing our next Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and invite feedback from students, staff, families, and community members.Your input will help ensure our goals reflect the diverse needs and lived experiences across our school communities. Please visit bit.ly/LDSB2025-2029AccessibilityPlan to provide input. The survey is open until November 10, 2025<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Allergen Awareness - Nut-Free School</h2>Thank you for packing nut-free snacks! Please communicate with teachers before sending any treats in for your student's class. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><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">Form 325-D</a> on the LDSB website. It outlines the Human Development and Sexual Health curriculum expectations for Grades 1-8.  Families can request to have their child or children exempted from instruction related to Human Development and Sexual Health expectations by completing and returning an exemption form for each child (<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.limestone.on.ca%252Fdocuments%252Faf26a5ef-1a97-4814-ab57-f365e0d6b6bb%252FForm-325-B-Exemption-Letter-Parent-Request.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%2540limestone.on.ca%7Cd8e986523c2748085d7c08ddeecf4b2d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638929296269902945%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%253D%253D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=G0ac7QdQcYMmDwk3auq%252B4YrZTL0Z6OSMABGZkkoYA%252BM%253D&reserved=0" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Form 325-B</a>) five school days before the start of instruction. Prior to instruction, your child's classroom teacher will inform parents/guardians when the expectations related to the Human Development and Sexual Health expectations in Strand D will be covered. For a more detailed overview of this process, please refer to Administrative Procedure 325: Exemption From Human Development and Sexual Health Instruction (listed under the Policies and Procedures section of the LDSB website), or contact the school.<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/77143b36-64d5-4f80-a9f2-cf2bf339fb88?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="326" height="466" style="width:326px;height:466px;display:inline-block"></a><img src="/images/31c66f06-c2c7-4ef1-8d8d-2e2e7505b3ff?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="stay informed" width="173" height="173" style="width:173px;height:173px;display:inline-block;float:left">Information SharingEach Sunday, Bath P.S. will send home a link to this weekly newsletter (Knights News) including information about the week ahead along with other information about upcoming events, our School Council, volunteer opportunities and more. However, LDSB also has a range of other communication tools to help you stay informed.To help users become more familiar with these new tools, please refer to these user guides:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/07694697-349d-51ff-a42c-a05550bd4f28/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20for%20setting%20up%20a%20School%20Messenger%20App%20Account.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Set up a SchoolMessenger App account</a><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/07694697-349d-51ff-a42c-a05550bd4f28/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20for%20setting%20up%20a%20School%20Messenger%20App%20Account.pdf?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" 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">Report a student absence:</a> set up your account, report and explain student absences in advance. - Video tutorial</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/48bbc50b-373e-5019-ae1d-7a37c047b5a4/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Communicate%20broadcast%20tool.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013700" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Use the Communicate broadcast tool:</a> choose how you will receive alerts including how to opt-in for text messaging. - Video tutorial</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/56167561-f5db-5914-b801-10584900d3ea/Parent%20?fingerprint=20260601T0915Z&%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Board%20mobile%20app.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Use the Board mobile app:</a> how to choose your schools, see your messages and report and review student absences. - Video tutorial</li></ul><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a> <img src="/images/f8765bdc-6240-47a3-abd4-3e0b0f56c0aa?fingerprint=ppb20251217015306" alt="fresh" width="143" height="168" style="width:143px;height:168px;display:inline-block;float:left">Fresh from the Farm FundraiserThank you for placing your Fresh from the Farm orders. The delivery date is expected to be sometime in early November. We will let you know as soon as this is confirmed. <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/321bfdb0-7b47-449b-860d-9689704f8a34?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="insurance" width="135" height="153" style="width:135px;height:153px;display:inline-block;float:left"></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Student Accident Insurance</h3>The Limestone District School Board requires that students have student accident insurance in order to participate in extra-curricular activities. Before students will be allowed to participate in these events, parents/guardians must confirm their own coverage for items not covered under the Provincial Health Plan, or purchase an insurance plan. Each year a Student Accident Insurance Plan is made available to all students on a voluntary basis. The plan provides protection for dental damage due to accidents, fracture benefits and other important coverage, which are not covered under the Provincial Health Plan. Some parents may have dental plan coverage through their workplace but many of these plans are limited in one way or another, while this accident coverage is not. You should compare plans to make sure you have the coverage you need or desire.In making this plan available, the Board wishes to make its position clear in the matter of insurance. Under the Education Act, the Board is not permitted to provide insurance coverage for accidents to pupils, therefore, the Board recommends consideration of this plan to any parent who wishes to obtain this kind of insurance. Although the policy has all the advantages of a group plan, it is essentially a direct contract between the parent and the insurance company.A family plan is also available for three or more students which permits the enrolment of students in the family who are attending schools outside the jurisdiction of this Board as long as at least one child in the family is attending a school within the Limestone District School Board.If you wish to subscribe to this insurance, you may do so by completing the form handed out to students the first week of school and mailing it directly to Reliable Life Insurance Company in the stamped envelope provided. Or, for your convenience, you may purchase directly online at <a href="https://insuremykids.com/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">www.insuremykids.com.</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/8da2fba9-5e33-4313-86f2-2822afc47153?fingerprint=ppb20251217014314" alt="SAC" width="194" height="178" style="width:194px;height:178px;display:inline-block"></a>Bath School Advisory CouncilOur fabulous parent council is looking for new members! If you would like to be a part of this great team, please come to our next meeting date is January 14th at 6:30. We are looking forward to meeting in the library. Please let us know if you can make it and if you will require childcare. We are pleased to be able to provide it during the meeting for those who require it.School Trips and VolunteersThroughout the year, we may ask for parent/guardian volunteers on school trips or for various classroom and school activities. The wait time for obtaining a CPIC (background check with vulnerable sector screening) can be lengthy. As such, if you think you would be willing to assist with a trip or school event in the future, please consider obtaining a CPIC with vulnerable sector screening completed, beforehand. <a href="https://www.opp.ca/index.php?id=147&lng=en" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Link to OPP Criminal Background Checks</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/304d9c00-8dec-4ea7-8b9f-bc3b1b4b7f74?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. <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/dc0c31b6-c23b-47b0-bafc-f746f8822bd2?fingerprint=ppb20251217015024" alt="triboard" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a>Triboard Busing Information2025-2026 Busing Details Available in the PortalBus routes were finalized on August 20, 2025 and student details are available in the Student Portal.The deadline for applications to be processed for the first day of school was August 10, 2025. Applications received after this date are currently being processed with a start date of mid-September so that bus drivers, school staff, and families can get to know their routes. Families will need to make alternative travel arrangements for students to get to school until the “start date” indicated in the Student Portal. Requests to switch buses or stop locations will not be reviewed until late September or early October. If you require assistance, please visit triboard.ca/contact to contact us.<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">You can log-in or create an account here.</a> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Opportunities for Students and Families</h2> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"></a><img src="/images/e23a9213-7c93-4e53-9ec4-a1814f9d5fd5?fingerprint=ppb20251217015101" alt="Image" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><img src="/images/93adbcb9-3895-4a04-82d2-d4f302222f9a?fingerprint=ppb20251217014357" alt="Screenshot 2025 10 09 085308" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/aa831451-7dda-4bbc-af1a-26e4c643f852?fingerprint=ppb20251217014611" alt="Loyalist Programs" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a><a href="https://www.loyalist.ca/media/lf4ps1su/autumn-guide.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">See the full guide here</a><img src="/images/0acae14b-1a88-4bc7-b2b9-366f1b8fd977?fingerprint=ppb20251217013102" alt="bball" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/1cc9f23c-3196-5454-9c6a-e77a276bf992?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" alt="" width="177" height="177" style="width:177px;height:177px;display:inline-block"><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"> Mabel's LabelsWant to keep track of your child's idems and generate funds for our school? Click on the link below to order Mabel's Lables. Simply order their personalized labels online and our school receives 20% back on every purchase! Orders are shipped out directly to parents FREE.<a href="https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/</a> <hr><img src="/images/b286f597-ecb0-4130-9656-2545d5f87622?fingerprint=ppb20251217014650" alt="Land Acknowledgement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

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Knights News - October 13 - 17

<img src="/images/e00a0f00-ca78-40cd-a31b-693d4f3b502d?fingerprint=ppb20251217015049" alt="Thanksgiving" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/2d069320-6465-4598-82fd-34652a91443e?fingerprint=ppb20251217013419" alt="thumbnail collage" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/f122e825-d7a9-4322-a5b4-87b3734b3462?fingerprint=ppb20251217015218" alt="Boo Bash" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/1ac27348-8e15-4ce1-817c-fb904ae71481?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" alt="art" width="258" height="252" style="width:258px;height:252px;display:inline-block;float:right">Dear Families,Happy Thanksgiving Weekend to all who celebrate. We hope you enjoy time with the people, places, and pets that bring you joy. I’m thankful every day to work at Bath PS with such amazing students, staff, and families. A reminder that there is no school Tomorrow because of a PA day, and no school on Monday because of Thanksgiving.We’ve had a busy but productive week at school, filled with learning, leadership, and community spiritThis Week’s Highlights<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Several classes visited the Bath Library. We’re grateful for this wonderful resource and our ongoing partnership.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Everyone looked their best on Tuesday for School Picture Day.</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Students participated in a Lock Down Drill as part of our emergency procedures practice.</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">All students attended Bus Safety Presentations to learn how to stay safe on the bus.</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">Some of our Junior students began Yard PALS training—an exciting leadership opportunity.</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem">We wrapped up the week with a Terry Fox Dance Party hosted by DJ Baggy Jeans for JKSKx2, Grade 1, Grade 1/2, and Grade 2—these classes raised the most money for the Terry Fox Foundation. Well done!</li></ul>Looking Ahead to Next Week<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Our Cross Country team will compete at Fort Henry. Good luck to all runners.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Responsible students will be trained as Bus Patrols on Wednesday at Bath PS. This training is provided by Triboard in collaboration with CAA.</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">The School Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting will be held Wednesday at 6:30 PM. Babysitting is available. If your child has completed their babysitting course and would like to be paid to babysit during meetings, please have them contact Ms. Paquin or a SAC member.</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">The World Cup of Soccer for Grades 4–8 is rescheduled for Friday. Students will work in colour teams to show Bath PRIDE in this fun and spirited event.</li></ul>Save the Date: Bath Boo BashOctober 24th, 6:00–8:00 PM Join us for our first annual Bath Boo Bash—a fun family event featuring games, a costume parade, family dance, contests, and a cake raffle. If you’re willing to bake a cake for the raffle, please email Ms. Paquin. The more cakes, the merrier! Sincerely,Jean Paquin - Principal & Kevin Collins - Vice Principal<a href="mailto:paquinj@limestone.on.ca" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">paquinj@limestone.on.ca</a> ; <a href="https://collinsk@limestone.on.ca/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">collinsk@limestone.on.ca</a><img src="/images/b7d4ceda-1709-432f-8418-63cff14baab4?fingerprint=ppb20251217014713" alt="thumbnail 2025 10 06 Help Shape Our Accessibility Plan" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">Help Shape Our Accessibility PlanThe Limestone District School Board is committed to fostering accessibility and inclusion for all. We are currently developing our next Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and invite feedback from students, staff, families, and community members.Your input will help ensure our goals reflect the diverse needs and lived experiences across our school communities. Please visit bit.ly/LDSB2025-2029AccessibilityPlan to provide input. The survey is open until November 10, 2025<img src="/images/acb38e9e-ef98-4650-b343-ab529ef2aa23?fingerprint=ppb20251217014611" alt="Wreath flyer" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><a href="https://limestoneschools-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/personal/paquinj_limestone_on_ca/EfB9aKCY5zlHh_V9FdRWNBUBm3c5h4oQjzE8UKsEzRHoIw?e=QGCvUc" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Order forms</a> can be printed here and orders can also be placed on school day. <hr> This Week...<img src="/images/c4c8f74c-f23b-48bd-b67f-2ca234aa9c44?fingerprint=ppb20251217014828" alt="week ahead" width="203" height="203" style="width:203px;height:203px;display:inline-block;float:right">Monday, October 13 <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Thanksgiving Monday (no school for staff or students)</li></ul>Tuesday, October 14 (Day 3)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Cross Country @ Fort Henry</li></ul>Wednesday, October 15 (Day 4)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Bus Patrol Event</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Emil Sher Presentation Grade 5/6& 6,  9:20 </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Emil Sher Presentation Grade 7& 8, 11:30 </li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Bath SAC Meeting (6:30pm) </li></ul>Thursday, October 16 (Day 5)Friday, October 17 (Day 1)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">World Cup Soccer (Gr. 4-8)  </li></ul>Coming Up....<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Oct 22 Regional Cross Country FINALS at Fort Henry </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Oct 23 Scheduled Fire Drill</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Oct 24 Bath Boo Bash (6-8pm) </li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Oct 28 Gr 5/6 to Bath Library –11:30-1:00 </li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Oct 28-31 Fall Book Fair </li></ul> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">A PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online. </a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967?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"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Time</a></h2></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Learning block</a></h2></th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">8:55 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Supervision begins on the yard</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">9:10 to 10:50 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">10:50 to 11:30 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Recess and nutrition break</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">11:30 a.m. to 1:10 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block </a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">1:10 to 1:50 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Recess and nutrition break</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">1:50 to 3:30 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">3:30 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Dismissal</a></h2></td></tr></tbody></table><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Allergen Awareness - Nut-Free School</h2>Thank you for packing nut-free snacks! Please communicate with teachers before sending any treats in for your student's class. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><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">Form 325-D</a> on the LDSB website. It outlines the Human Development and Sexual Health curriculum expectations for Grades 1-8.  Families can request to have their child or children exempted from instruction related to Human Development and Sexual Health expectations by completing and returning an exemption form for each child (<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.limestone.on.ca%252Fdocuments%252Faf26a5ef-1a97-4814-ab57-f365e0d6b6bb%252FForm-325-B-Exemption-Letter-Parent-Request.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%2540limestone.on.ca%7Cd8e986523c2748085d7c08ddeecf4b2d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638929296269902945%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%253D%253D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=G0ac7QdQcYMmDwk3auq%252B4YrZTL0Z6OSMABGZkkoYA%252BM%253D&reserved=0" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Form 325-B</a>) five school days before the start of instruction. Prior to instruction, your child's classroom teacher will inform parents/guardians when the expectations related to the Human Development and Sexual Health expectations in Strand D will be covered. For a more detailed overview of this process, please refer to Administrative Procedure 325: Exemption From Human Development and Sexual Health Instruction (listed under the Policies and Procedures section of the LDSB website), or contact the school.<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/77143b36-64d5-4f80-a9f2-cf2bf339fb88?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="326" height="466" style="width:326px;height:466px;display:inline-block"></a><img src="/images/31c66f06-c2c7-4ef1-8d8d-2e2e7505b3ff?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="stay informed" width="173" height="173" style="width:173px;height:173px;display:inline-block;float:left">Information SharingEach Sunday, Bath P.S. will send home a link to this weekly newsletter (Knights News) including information about the week ahead along with other information about upcoming events, our School Council, volunteer opportunities and more. However, LDSB also has a range of other communication tools to help you stay informed.To help users become more familiar with these new tools, please refer to these user guides:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/07694697-349d-51ff-a42c-a05550bd4f28/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20for%20setting%20up%20a%20School%20Messenger%20App%20Account.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Set up a SchoolMessenger App account</a><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/07694697-349d-51ff-a42c-a05550bd4f28/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20for%20setting%20up%20a%20School%20Messenger%20App%20Account.pdf?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" 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">Report a student absence:</a> set up your account, report and explain student absences in advance. - Video tutorial</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/48bbc50b-373e-5019-ae1d-7a37c047b5a4/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Communicate%20broadcast%20tool.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013700" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Use the Communicate broadcast tool:</a> choose how you will receive alerts including how to opt-in for text messaging. - Video tutorial</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/56167561-f5db-5914-b801-10584900d3ea/Parent%20?fingerprint=20260601T0915Z&%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Board%20mobile%20app.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Use the Board mobile app:</a> how to choose your schools, see your messages and report and review student absences. - Video tutorial</li></ul><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a> <img src="/images/f8765bdc-6240-47a3-abd4-3e0b0f56c0aa?fingerprint=ppb20251217015306" alt="fresh" width="143" height="168" style="width:143px;height:168px;display:inline-block;float:left">Fresh from the Farm FundraiserWe are doing a healthy fundraiser with Ontario produce! It will open on School Day soon and will close Oct. 5 - please consider ordering. It is a win, win with food for food- fresh food for your house and our school will use the money that is raised for our snack bin & food program at school*This is a one-time ordering opportunity!Thank you for your consideration! <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/321bfdb0-7b47-449b-860d-9689704f8a34?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="insurance" width="135" height="153" style="width:135px;height:153px;display:inline-block;float:left"></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Student Accident Insurance</h3>The Limestone District School Board requires that students have student accident insurance in order to participate in extra-curricular activities. Before students will be allowed to participate in these events, parents/guardians must confirm their own coverage for items not covered under the Provincial Health Plan, or purchase an insurance plan. Each year a Student Accident Insurance Plan is made available to all students on a voluntary basis. The plan provides protection for dental damage due to accidents, fracture benefits and other important coverage, which are not covered under the Provincial Health Plan. Some parents may have dental plan coverage through their workplace but many of these plans are limited in one way or another, while this accident coverage is not. You should compare plans to make sure you have the coverage you need or desire.In making this plan available, the Board wishes to make its position clear in the matter of insurance. Under the Education Act, the Board is not permitted to provide insurance coverage for accidents to pupils, therefore, the Board recommends consideration of this plan to any parent who wishes to obtain this kind of insurance. Although the policy has all the advantages of a group plan, it is essentially a direct contract between the parent and the insurance company.A family plan is also available for three or more students which permits the enrolment of students in the family who are attending schools outside the jurisdiction of this Board as long as at least one child in the family is attending a school within the Limestone District School Board.If you wish to subscribe to this insurance, you may do so by completing the form handed out to students the first week of school and mailing it directly to Reliable Life Insurance Company in the stamped envelope provided. Or, for your convenience, you may purchase directly online at <a href="https://insuremykids.com/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">www.insuremykids.com.</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/8da2fba9-5e33-4313-86f2-2822afc47153?fingerprint=ppb20251217014314" alt="SAC" width="194" height="178" style="width:194px;height:178px;display:inline-block"></a>Bath School Advisory CouncilOur fabulous parent council is looking for new members! If you would like to be a part of this great team, please come to our next meeting date is October 15th at 6:30. We are looking forward to meeting in the library. Please let us know if you can make it and if you will require childcare. We are pleased to be able to provide it during the meeting for those who require it.School Trips and VolunteersThroughout the year, we may ask for parent/guardian volunteers on school trips or for various classroom and school activities. The wait time for obtaining a CPIC (background check with vulnerable sector screening) can be lengthy. As such, if you think you would be willing to assist with a trip or school event in the future, please consider obtaining a CPIC with vulnerable sector screening completed, beforehand. <a href="https://www.opp.ca/index.php?id=147&lng=en" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Link to OPP Criminal Background Checks</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/304d9c00-8dec-4ea7-8b9f-bc3b1b4b7f74?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. <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/dc0c31b6-c23b-47b0-bafc-f746f8822bd2?fingerprint=ppb20251217015024" alt="triboard" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a>Triboard Busing Information2025-2026 Busing Details Available in the PortalBus routes were finalized on August 20, 2025 and student details are available in the Student Portal.The deadline for applications to be processed for the first day of school was August 10, 2025. Applications received after this date are currently being processed with a start date of mid-September so that bus drivers, school staff, and families can get to know their routes. Families will need to make alternative travel arrangements for students to get to school until the “start date” indicated in the Student Portal. Requests to switch buses or stop locations will not be reviewed until late September or early October. If you require assistance, please visit triboard.ca/contact to contact us.<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">You can log-in or create an account here.</a> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Opportunities for Students and Families</h2> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"></a><img src="/images/e23a9213-7c93-4e53-9ec4-a1814f9d5fd5?fingerprint=ppb20251217015101" alt="Image" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><img src="/images/93adbcb9-3895-4a04-82d2-d4f302222f9a?fingerprint=ppb20251217014357" alt="Screenshot 2025 10 09 085308" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/aa831451-7dda-4bbc-af1a-26e4c643f852?fingerprint=ppb20251217014611" alt="Loyalist Programs" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a><a href="https://www.loyalist.ca/media/lf4ps1su/autumn-guide.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">See the full guide here</a><img src="/images/0acae14b-1a88-4bc7-b2b9-366f1b8fd977?fingerprint=ppb20251217013102" alt="bball" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/1cc9f23c-3196-5454-9c6a-e77a276bf992?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" alt="" width="177" height="177" style="width:177px;height:177px;display:inline-block"><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"> Mabel's LabelsWant to keep track of your child's idems and generate funds for our school? 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Knights News - October 6 - 10

<img src="/images/4bc824f0-a860-49a1-a3cd-5dc904920199?fingerprint=ppb20251217013714" alt="fall leaves" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/80413c78-f30b-43d8-8990-8e4fea5f90ea?fingerprint=ppb20251217014207" alt="Sept" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/f122e825-d7a9-4322-a5b4-87b3734b3462?fingerprint=ppb20251217015218" alt="Boo Bash" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/55ac8406-a9c5-4f3a-89e1-3ac61ee3bbfd?fingerprint=ppb20251217013803" alt="every child matters" width="259" height="130" style="width:259px;height:130px;display:inline-block;float:right">Dear Families,Teaching and learning are in full swing at our school! Students across all grade levels are actively engaged in reading, writing, and math—building strong foundations while exploring new ideas each day.Last week, we came together to honour Truth and Reconciliation Day through meaningful learning experiences that encouraged reflection and understanding. A highlight was the cultural performance by a talented Métis artist, who shared stories, music, and traditions that deepened our appreciation of Indigenous culture and history.We’re proud of the curiosity and respect our students continue to show as they grow both academically and personally.This past week, our staff and students demonstrated exceptional calm, cooperation, and leadership during our first two fire drills. We’re proud of how quickly and responsibly everyone responded. This week, we’ll conduct one more fire drill along with a lockdown drill as part of our emergency preparedness procedures.A reminder that Fall and Class Group Photo Day is scheduled for Tuesday. Thank you in advance to all families for helping students come prepared.A huge thank you to Ms. Hay and Mr. Kyte for coaching the BPS Senior Soccer teams. Both teams showed great effort and sportsmanship on the field—it was a fantastic way to kick off athletics this year! Our cross-country runners continue to train and build stamina as they look forward to the meet on October 14th.Students in Grades 4–8 are also excited to participate in the “World Cup of Soccer” this Thursday—a fun intramural day of colour house soccer inspired by the real World Cup. We can’t wait to see which team takes home the cup this year!<hr><img src="/images/5bd76cb5-4485-4f6b-98f9-8c06a2c93ef7?fingerprint=ppb20251217013844" alt="fall art" width="139" height="179" style="width:139px;height:179px;display:inline-block;float:right">Data verification forms were sent home last week. Please:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">review the information on the front and back</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">ensure 3-4 people are listed as contacts if we need to get ahold of someone</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">sign and return the form as soon as possible so we can update our system</li></ul>Any legal documents (i.e., custody agreements, etc.) should be provided to the school for the student's Ontario Student Record. Sincerely,Jean Paquin - Principal & Kevin Collins - Vice Principal<a href="mailto:paquinj@limestone.on.ca" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">paquinj@limestone.on.ca</a> ; <a href="https://collinsk@limestone.on.ca/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">collinsk@limestone.on.ca</a> This Week...<img src="/images/c4c8f74c-f23b-48bd-b67f-2ca234aa9c44?fingerprint=ppb20251217014828" alt="week ahead" width="203" height="203" style="width:203px;height:203px;display:inline-block;float:right">Monday, October 6 (Day 4)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Lockdown Drill 2:00</li></ul>Tuesday, October 7 (Day 5)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Fall and Class Group Photo Date </li></ul>Wednesday, October 8 (Day 1)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Bus Safety presentations: Primary @ 2:00, Junior/Intermediate @ 2:45 </li></ul>Thursday, October 9 (Day 2)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">World Cup Soccer (Gr. 4-8)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">DaCosta + other Class to Bath Library</li></ul>Friday, October 10<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">PA Day (No school for students)</li></ul> Coming Up....<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Oct 13 Thanksgiving Holiday</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Oct 14 Cross Country @ Fort Henry </li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Oct 15 Bus Patrol Event </li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Oct 15 School Council Meeting 6:30</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Oct 22 Regional Cross Country FINALS at Fort Henry </li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Oct 24 Bath Boo Bash – SAC (6-8pm) </li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Oct 28 Gr 5/6 to Bath Library –11:30-1:00 </li><li value="8" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Oct 28-31 Fall Book Fair </li></ul> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">A PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online. </a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967?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"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Time</a></h2></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Learning block</a></h2></th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">8:55 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Supervision begins on the yard</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">9:10 to 10:50 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">10:50 to 11:30 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Recess and nutrition break</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">11:30 a.m. to 1:10 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block </a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">1:10 to 1:50 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Recess and nutrition break</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">1:50 to 3:30 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">3:30 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Dismissal</a></h2></td></tr></tbody></table><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Allergen Awareness - Nut-Free School</h2>Thank you for packing nut-free snacks! Please communicate with teachers before sending any treats in for your student's class. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><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">Form 325-D</a> on the LDSB website. It outlines the Human Development and Sexual Health curriculum expectations for Grades 1-8.  Families can request to have their child or children exempted from instruction related to Human Development and Sexual Health expectations by completing and returning an exemption form for each child (<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.limestone.on.ca%252Fdocuments%252Faf26a5ef-1a97-4814-ab57-f365e0d6b6bb%252FForm-325-B-Exemption-Letter-Parent-Request.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%2540limestone.on.ca%7Cd8e986523c2748085d7c08ddeecf4b2d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638929296269902945%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%253D%253D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=G0ac7QdQcYMmDwk3auq%252B4YrZTL0Z6OSMABGZkkoYA%252BM%253D&reserved=0" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Form 325-B</a>) five school days before the start of instruction. Prior to instruction, your child's classroom teacher will inform parents/guardians when the expectations related to the Human Development and Sexual Health expectations in Strand D will be covered. For a more detailed overview of this process, please refer to Administrative Procedure 325: Exemption From Human Development and Sexual Health Instruction (listed under the Policies and Procedures section of the LDSB website), or contact the school.<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/77143b36-64d5-4f80-a9f2-cf2bf339fb88?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="326" height="466" style="width:326px;height:466px;display:inline-block"></a><img src="/images/31c66f06-c2c7-4ef1-8d8d-2e2e7505b3ff?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="stay informed" width="173" height="173" style="width:173px;height:173px;display:inline-block;float:left">Information SharingEach Sunday, Bath P.S. will send home a link to this weekly newsletter (Knights News) including information about the week ahead along with other information about upcoming events, our School Council, volunteer opportunities and more. However, LDSB also has a range of other communication tools to help you stay informed.To help users become more familiar with these new tools, please refer to these user guides:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/07694697-349d-51ff-a42c-a05550bd4f28/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20for%20setting%20up%20a%20School%20Messenger%20App%20Account.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Set up a SchoolMessenger App account</a><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/07694697-349d-51ff-a42c-a05550bd4f28/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20for%20setting%20up%20a%20School%20Messenger%20App%20Account.pdf?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" 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">Report a student absence:</a> set up your account, report and explain student absences in advance. - Video tutorial</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/48bbc50b-373e-5019-ae1d-7a37c047b5a4/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Communicate%20broadcast%20tool.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013700" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Use the Communicate broadcast tool:</a> choose how you will receive alerts including how to opt-in for text messaging. - Video tutorial</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/56167561-f5db-5914-b801-10584900d3ea/Parent%20?fingerprint=20260601T0915Z&%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Board%20mobile%20app.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Use the Board mobile app:</a> how to choose your schools, see your messages and report and review student absences. - Video tutorial</li></ul><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a> <img src="/images/f8765bdc-6240-47a3-abd4-3e0b0f56c0aa?fingerprint=ppb20251217015306" alt="fresh" width="143" height="168" style="width:143px;height:168px;display:inline-block;float:left">Fresh from the Farm FundraiserWe are doing a healthy fundraiser with Ontario produce! It will open on School Day soon and will close Oct. 5 - please consider ordering. It is a win, win with food for food- fresh food for your house and our school will use the money that is raised for our snack bin & food program at school*This is a one-time ordering opportunity!Thank you for your consideration! <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/321bfdb0-7b47-449b-860d-9689704f8a34?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="insurance" width="135" height="153" style="width:135px;height:153px;display:inline-block;float:left"></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Student Accident Insurance</h3>The Limestone District School Board requires that students have student accident insurance in order to participate in extra-curricular activities. Before students will be allowed to participate in these events, parents/guardians must confirm their own coverage for items not covered under the Provincial Health Plan, or purchase an insurance plan. Each year a Student Accident Insurance Plan is made available to all students on a voluntary basis. The plan provides protection for dental damage due to accidents, fracture benefits and other important coverage, which are not covered under the Provincial Health Plan. Some parents may have dental plan coverage through their workplace but many of these plans are limited in one way or another, while this accident coverage is not. You should compare plans to make sure you have the coverage you need or desire.In making this plan available, the Board wishes to make its position clear in the matter of insurance. Under the Education Act, the Board is not permitted to provide insurance coverage for accidents to pupils, therefore, the Board recommends consideration of this plan to any parent who wishes to obtain this kind of insurance. Although the policy has all the advantages of a group plan, it is essentially a direct contract between the parent and the insurance company.A family plan is also available for three or more students which permits the enrolment of students in the family who are attending schools outside the jurisdiction of this Board as long as at least one child in the family is attending a school within the Limestone District School Board.If you wish to subscribe to this insurance, you may do so by completing the form handed out to students the first week of school and mailing it directly to Reliable Life Insurance Company in the stamped envelope provided. Or, for your convenience, you may purchase directly online at <a href="https://insuremykids.com/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">www.insuremykids.com.</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/8da2fba9-5e33-4313-86f2-2822afc47153?fingerprint=ppb20251217014314" alt="SAC" width="194" height="178" style="width:194px;height:178px;display:inline-block"></a>Bath School Advisory CouncilOur fabulous parent council is looking for new members! If you would like to be a part of this great team, please come to our next meeting date is October 15th at 6:30. We are looking forward to meeting in the library. Please let us know if you can make it and if you will require childcare. We are pleased to be able to provide it during the meeting for those who require it.School Trips and VolunteersThroughout the year, we may ask for parent/guardian volunteers on school trips or for various classroom and school activities. The wait time for obtaining a CPIC (background check with vulnerable sector screening) can be lengthy. As such, if you think you would be willing to assist with a trip or school event in the future, please consider obtaining a CPIC with vulnerable sector screening completed, beforehand. <a href="https://www.opp.ca/index.php?id=147&lng=en" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Link to OPP Criminal Background Checks</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/304d9c00-8dec-4ea7-8b9f-bc3b1b4b7f74?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. <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/dc0c31b6-c23b-47b0-bafc-f746f8822bd2?fingerprint=ppb20251217015024" alt="triboard" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a>Triboard Busing Information2025-2026 Busing Details Available in the PortalBus routes were finalized on August 20, 2025 and student details are available in the Student Portal.The deadline for applications to be processed for the first day of school was August 10, 2025. Applications received after this date are currently being processed with a start date of mid-September so that bus drivers, school staff, and families can get to know their routes. Families will need to make alternative travel arrangements for students to get to school until the “start date” indicated in the Student Portal. Requests to switch buses or stop locations will not be reviewed until late September or early October. If you require assistance, please visit triboard.ca/contact to contact us.<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">You can log-in or create an account here.</a> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Opportunities for Students and Families</h2> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/aa831451-7dda-4bbc-af1a-26e4c643f852?fingerprint=ppb20251217014611" alt="Loyalist Programs" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a><a href="https://www.loyalist.ca/media/lf4ps1su/autumn-guide.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">See the full guide here</a><img src="/images/0acae14b-1a88-4bc7-b2b9-366f1b8fd977?fingerprint=ppb20251217013102" alt="bball" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/1cc9f23c-3196-5454-9c6a-e77a276bf992?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" alt="" width="177" height="177" style="width:177px;height:177px;display:inline-block"><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"> Mabel's LabelsWant to keep track of your child's idems and generate funds for our school? Click on the link below to order Mabel's Lables. Simply order their personalized labels online and our school receives 20% back on every purchase! Orders are shipped out directly to parents FREE.<a href="https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/</a> <hr><img src="/images/b286f597-ecb0-4130-9656-2545d5f87622?fingerprint=ppb20251217014650" alt="Land Acknowledgement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

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Knights News - September 29 - Oct.3

<img src="/images/624397d3-28d3-4564-b869-37419aa18a6f?fingerprint=ppb20251217013909" alt="fall leaves" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/30ae83d7-066b-4a64-9f40-f8758722a01b?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="Sept" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/f122e825-d7a9-4322-a5b4-87b3734b3462?fingerprint=ppb20251217015218" alt="Boo Bash" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Dear Families,<img src="/images/65b335c9-1706-4fb6-8b8e-0a4a92172479?fingerprint=ppb20251217013934" alt="art" width="315" height="243" style="width:315px;height:243px;display:inline-block;float:right">Happy Fall, y’all!It was wonderful to see so many families at our recent open house. The energy was fantastic, and both students and teachers were excited to welcome you into our classrooms and share the amazing work we've been doing together.On Friday afternoon, all classes participated in a community walk around the neighbourhood to raise funds for the Terry Fox Foundation. Not only was it a meaningful way to support a great cause, but it was also a lovely opportunity to enjoy time outdoors together in our beautiful community.It’s hard to believe we’re already heading into October!Our School Council held its first meeting this week and successfully elected this year’s executive team. We’re looking forward to a great year of collaboration and school spirit. Co-Chairs: Kristi Marucci & Stephanie BlackCo-Treasurers: Krista Payne & Katie MurrellSectetary: Katie WhitfieldKinder/Primary Rep: Andrea ConradJunior/Intermediate Rep: Shandy BrownFundraising Coordinator: Deanna Carroll & Katie WhitfieldPIC Rep: Stephanie Black However, don't feel that you have to be part of the exec to take part. The next School Council meeting is scheduled for October 15th and all are welcome. If you ever have ideas or need help with a school related issue, this is another great group to reach out to.<hr><img src="/images/71dfe056-7ec6-4f14-b6e0-ba0fdf17c3e0?fingerprint=ppb20251217014043" alt="Belcourt" width="291" height="349" style="width:291px;height:349px;display:inline-block;float:left">September 30 – National Day for Truth and ReconciliationTuesday, September 30th is Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation- This is a special day when we wear orange shirts to remember and honor Indigenous children who were taken away from their families and communities to attend residential schools. It's a time for us to learn about their stories, show respect, and work towards a future where everyone is treated fairly and with kindness. The color orange reminds us that every child matters and that we should always support each other. This year, our school has set a special intention for the year: We are pleased to welcome Alyssa Delbaere-Sawchuk—a Métis culture expert, accomplished fiddle player, and educator—who will share her knowledge and artistry with our Grade 3–8 students. The assembly is scheduled to begin promptly at 9:15 AM in the gym and is expected to last approximately one hour.“Métis Music, Story & Fiddle” – Elementary Assembly (Grades 3–8): A fun, interactive performance that introduces young students to Métis culture through traditional fiddle music, storytelling, and engaging songs tied to Social Studies, Music, and Language outcomes.New soccer balls!! - Thank you to Logan McArthur and familiy and the Lions club for donating new outdoor soccer balls for our school!Fire Drills - We have two fire drills scheduled for next week. Teachers will review emergency procedures with their classes prior. Please discuss this with your child if you feel it will cause them any anxiety.Human Rights Video and N-work document - On Monday afternoon Admin will be going to grade 4-8 classes to share the board Human Rights video and N-word document. Parents can view these resources here: <a href="https://youtu.be/SlOyZwhXVYc?si=bUugkjUe9LPOAvZZ" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Human Rights video</a>; <a href="https://limestoneschools-my.sharepoint.com/:i:/g/personal/paquinj_limestone_on_ca/ER1duplqNwtIpNL1Q1F6uVUBzFjl7NO3nO3njsKH5Txsfw?e=lBNOtp" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">N-word poster</a>.Fresh From the Farm - A reminder that families have until October 6th to purchase vegetable and apple baskets on School Day. These items will be available for pick up during the first weeks of November (date to be announced). Data verification forms will be sent home this week. Please:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">review the information on the front and back</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">ensure 3-4 people are listed as contacts if we need to get ahold of someone</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">sign and return the form as soon as possible so we can update our system</li></ul>Any legal documents (i.e., custody agreements, etc.) should be provided to the school for the student's Ontario Student Record. Sincerely,Jean Paquin - Principal & Kevin Collins - Vice Principal<a href="mailto:paquinj@limestone.on.ca" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">paquinj@limestone.on.ca</a> ; <a href="https://collinsk@limestone.on.ca/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">collinsk@limestone.on.ca</a> This Week...<img src="/images/c4c8f74c-f23b-48bd-b67f-2ca234aa9c44?fingerprint=ppb20251217014828" alt="week ahead" width="203" height="203" style="width:203px;height:203px;display:inline-block;float:right">Monday, September 29 (Day 4)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Fire Drill</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Senior Girl's Soccer Tournament</li></ul>Tuesday, September 30 (Day 5)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Metis Cultural Performance 9:15-10:15 – whole school in gym </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation</li></ul>Wednesday, October 1 (Day 1)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Senior Boy's Soccer Tournament</li></ul>Thursday, October 2 (Day 2)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Grade 7s and 8s to ESS for STEM DAY </li></ul>Friday, October 3 (Day 3)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Fire Drill </li></ul> Coming Up.... Oct 7 - Fall and Class Group Photo Date Oct 10 P.A. Day ( No School for students)Oct 13 Thanksgiving Holiday <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">A PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online. </a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967?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"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Time</a></h2></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Learning block</a></h2></th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">8:55 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Supervision begins on the yard</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">9:10 to 10:50 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">10:50 to 11:30 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Recess and nutrition break</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">11:30 a.m. to 1:10 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block </a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">1:10 to 1:50 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Recess and nutrition break</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">1:50 to 3:30 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">3:30 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Dismissal</a></h2></td></tr></tbody></table><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Allergen Awareness - Nut-Free School</h2>Thank you for packing nut-free snacks! Please communicate with teachers before sending any treats in for your student's class. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><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">Form 325-D</a> on the LDSB website. It outlines the Human Development and Sexual Health curriculum expectations for Grades 1-8.  Families can request to have their child or children exempted from instruction related to Human Development and Sexual Health expectations by completing and returning an exemption form for each child (<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.limestone.on.ca%252Fdocuments%252Faf26a5ef-1a97-4814-ab57-f365e0d6b6bb%252FForm-325-B-Exemption-Letter-Parent-Request.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%2540limestone.on.ca%7Cd8e986523c2748085d7c08ddeecf4b2d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638929296269902945%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%253D%253D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=G0ac7QdQcYMmDwk3auq%252B4YrZTL0Z6OSMABGZkkoYA%252BM%253D&reserved=0" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Form 325-B</a>) five school days before the start of instruction. Prior to instruction, your child's classroom teacher will inform parents/guardians when the expectations related to the Human Development and Sexual Health expectations in Strand D will be covered. For a more detailed overview of this process, please refer to Administrative Procedure 325: Exemption From Human Development and Sexual Health Instruction (listed under the Policies and Procedures section of the LDSB website), or contact the school.<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/77143b36-64d5-4f80-a9f2-cf2bf339fb88?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="326" height="466" style="width:326px;height:466px;display:inline-block"></a><img src="/images/31c66f06-c2c7-4ef1-8d8d-2e2e7505b3ff?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="stay informed" width="173" height="173" style="width:173px;height:173px;display:inline-block;float:left">Information SharingEach Sunday, Bath P.S. will send home a link to this weekly newsletter (Knights News) including information about the week ahead along with other information about upcoming events, our School Council, volunteer opportunities and more. However, LDSB also has a range of other communication tools to help you stay informed.To help users become more familiar with these new tools, please refer to these user guides:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/07694697-349d-51ff-a42c-a05550bd4f28/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20for%20setting%20up%20a%20School%20Messenger%20App%20Account.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Set up a SchoolMessenger App account</a><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/07694697-349d-51ff-a42c-a05550bd4f28/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20for%20setting%20up%20a%20School%20Messenger%20App%20Account.pdf?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" 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">Report a student absence:</a> set up your account, report and explain student absences in advance. - Video tutorial</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/48bbc50b-373e-5019-ae1d-7a37c047b5a4/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Communicate%20broadcast%20tool.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013700" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Use the Communicate broadcast tool:</a> choose how you will receive alerts including how to opt-in for text messaging. - Video tutorial</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/56167561-f5db-5914-b801-10584900d3ea/Parent%20?fingerprint=20260601T0915Z&%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Board%20mobile%20app.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Use the Board mobile app:</a> how to choose your schools, see your messages and report and review student absences. - Video tutorial</li></ul><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a> <img src="/images/f8765bdc-6240-47a3-abd4-3e0b0f56c0aa?fingerprint=ppb20251217015306" alt="fresh" width="143" height="168" style="width:143px;height:168px;display:inline-block;float:left">Fresh from the Farm FundraiserWe are doing a healthy fundraiser with Ontario produce! It will open on School Day soon and will close Oct. 5 - please consider ordering. It is a win, win with food for food- fresh food for your house and our school will use the money that is raised for our snack bin & food program at school*This is a one-time ordering opportunity!Thank you for your consideration! <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/321bfdb0-7b47-449b-860d-9689704f8a34?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="insurance" width="135" height="153" style="width:135px;height:153px;display:inline-block;float:left"></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Student Accident Insurance</h3>The Limestone District School Board requires that students have student accident insurance in order to participate in extra-curricular activities. Before students will be allowed to participate in these events, parents/guardians must confirm their own coverage for items not covered under the Provincial Health Plan, or purchase an insurance plan. Each year a Student Accident Insurance Plan is made available to all students on a voluntary basis. The plan provides protection for dental damage due to accidents, fracture benefits and other important coverage, which are not covered under the Provincial Health Plan. Some parents may have dental plan coverage through their workplace but many of these plans are limited in one way or another, while this accident coverage is not. You should compare plans to make sure you have the coverage you need or desire.In making this plan available, the Board wishes to make its position clear in the matter of insurance. Under the Education Act, the Board is not permitted to provide insurance coverage for accidents to pupils, therefore, the Board recommends consideration of this plan to any parent who wishes to obtain this kind of insurance. Although the policy has all the advantages of a group plan, it is essentially a direct contract between the parent and the insurance company.A family plan is also available for three or more students which permits the enrolment of students in the family who are attending schools outside the jurisdiction of this Board as long as at least one child in the family is attending a school within the Limestone District School Board.If you wish to subscribe to this insurance, you may do so by completing the form handed out to students the first week of school and mailing it directly to Reliable Life Insurance Company in the stamped envelope provided. Or, for your convenience, you may purchase directly online at <a href="https://insuremykids.com/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">www.insuremykids.com.</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/8da2fba9-5e33-4313-86f2-2822afc47153?fingerprint=ppb20251217014314" alt="SAC" width="194" height="178" style="width:194px;height:178px;display:inline-block"></a>Bath School Advisory CouncilOur fabulous parent council is looking for new members! If you would like to be a part of this great team, please come to our next meeting date is October 15th at 6:30. We are looking forward to meeting in the library. Please let us know if you can make it and if you will require childcare. We are pleased to be able to provide it during the meeting for those who require it.School Trips and VolunteersThroughout the year, we may ask for parent/guardian volunteers on school trips or for various classroom and school activities. The wait time for obtaining a CPIC (background check with vulnerable sector screening) can be lengthy. As such, if you think you would be willing to assist with a trip or school event in the future, please consider obtaining a CPIC with vulnerable sector screening completed, beforehand. <a href="https://www.opp.ca/index.php?id=147&lng=en" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Link to OPP Criminal Background Checks</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/304d9c00-8dec-4ea7-8b9f-bc3b1b4b7f74?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. <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/dc0c31b6-c23b-47b0-bafc-f746f8822bd2?fingerprint=ppb20251217015024" alt="triboard" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a>Triboard Busing Information2025-2026 Busing Details Available in the PortalBus routes were finalized on August 20, 2025 and student details are available in the Student Portal.The deadline for applications to be processed for the first day of school was August 10, 2025. Applications received after this date are currently being processed with a start date of mid-September so that bus drivers, school staff, and families can get to know their routes. Families will need to make alternative travel arrangements for students to get to school until the “start date” indicated in the Student Portal. Requests to switch buses or stop locations will not be reviewed until late September or early October. If you require assistance, please visit triboard.ca/contact to contact us.<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">You can log-in or create an account here.</a> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Opportunities for Students and Families</h2> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/aa831451-7dda-4bbc-af1a-26e4c643f852?fingerprint=ppb20251217014611" alt="Loyalist Programs" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a><a href="https://www.loyalist.ca/media/lf4ps1su/autumn-guide.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">See the full guide here</a><img src="/images/0acae14b-1a88-4bc7-b2b9-366f1b8fd977?fingerprint=ppb20251217013102" alt="bball" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/1cc9f23c-3196-5454-9c6a-e77a276bf992?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" alt="" width="177" height="177" style="width:177px;height:177px;display:inline-block"><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"> Mabel's LabelsWant to keep track of your child's idems and generate funds for our school? Click on the link below to order Mabel's Lables. Simply order their personalized labels online and our school receives 20% back on every purchase! Orders are shipped out directly to parents FREE.<a href="https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/</a> <hr><img src="/images/b286f597-ecb0-4130-9656-2545d5f87622?fingerprint=ppb20251217014650" alt="Land Acknowledgement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

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Knights News - September 22 - 26

<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Knights News - September 22 - 26</h2><img src="/images/83edc8d8-0da0-4a8b-94bb-befa0c97d873?fingerprint=ppb20251217014220" alt="apples" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/8ebba3f1-37dd-42c7-821a-f6ba9a0e25ec?fingerprint=ppb20251217014328" alt="Sept" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/a07ad511-1361-42e7-a3bf-3f5295894b66?fingerprint=ppb20251217014502" alt="terry fox" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/ef80f916-bfca-42d8-9c32-1af356a8cd3a?fingerprint=ppb20251217015218" alt="open house" width="142" height="144" style="width:142px;height:144px;display:inline-block;float:right">Dear Families,We’ve wrapped up another beautiful week at school! Our dedicated teachers have been working hard to get to know their students as learners. Through reading and math assessments, they’re identifying strengths and areas for growth to help guide their instruction and support each child’s success.We’re excited for our Terry Fox Walk and Open House this Thursday! Our Terry Fox Run, Walk, and Roll will take place on Thursday, September 25 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. We are very excited to take part in this annual tradition that supports cancer research while building school spirit. Families who plan to join us should let their classroom teachers know in advance. Families can support our school's fundraising efforts by making a donation online - thank you for your support! <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fterryfox.us9.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3D9c16f8b6c2b735d53eb75ef97%26id%3Dba33a7f1f8%26e%3Dd1e4ad0baa&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%40limestone.on.ca%7C2f3238ca0dd644a926ee08ddec8b9760%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638926806478481472%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=%2FPRIb%2BY9r1fY989AfVikN3gBUjPDD0r2rAEJd3haHuA%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://terryfox.us9.list-manage.com/track/click?u=9c16f8b6c2b735d53eb75ef97&id=ba33a7f1f8&e=d1e4ad0baa. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">https://schools.terryfox.ca/BathPS</a>The Open House (5:00-6:00pm) is a wonderful opportunity for families to meet their child’s teachers and explore the classroom environment. Please note that this event is not intended for individual progress discussions—however, you’re always welcome to schedule a separate meeting if needed.As part of the event, hot dogs, drinks, chips, and other canteen items will be available for purchase to support our Grade 8 Graduation fundraiser. To help reduce waste, we kindly ask families to pre-order hot dogs through School-Day. Other canteen items will be available for cash purchase on the day. We hope this will be a fun way for families to enjoy time together outdoors as a school community.Sports Update:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Soccer: Our Senior Boys and Girls teams are training hard for their upcoming tournaments next week. A huge thank you to our teacher coaches for volunteering their time during this short but intense season. Go Knights Go!</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Cross-Country: Training continues daily. Students who can consistently run their age-group race distance without stopping will be invited to participate in the Fort Henry Race on October 10th.</li></ul>Breakfast Program: We’re thrilled with the success of our breakfast program, serving approximately 100 students daily! Now that we’re in a routine, we’re ready to accept donations from the community. We welcome contributions of bread, Cheerios (plain or multigrain), Shreddies, bagels, or English muffins.For families wishing to donate financially, a charitable fund named "Bath Food Program" has been set up. Donations over $20.00 are eligible for tax receipts and can be made at the school by cheque or cash. A heartfelt thank you to the Lions Club, School Council, and our amazing volunteers—we couldn’t run this program without you!Hot Lunch & Milk Programs: Starting in October:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Milk will be available daily.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Hot Lunch options:</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem editor-nested-listitem"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Tuesdays: Papa’s</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Thursdays: Subway</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Fridays: Gino’s</li></ul></li></ul>To order, please create an account at <a href="http://www.lunchboxorders.net" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">http://www.lunchboxorders.net</a>. Looking forward to another great week ahead!Sincerely,Jean Paquin, Principal & Kevin Collins, Vice-Principal<a href="mailto:paquinj@limestone.on.ca" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">paquinj@limestone.on.ca</a> ; <a href="https://collinsk@limestone.on.ca/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">collinsk@limestone.on.ca</a> This Week...<img src="/images/c4c8f74c-f23b-48bd-b67f-2ca234aa9c44?fingerprint=ppb20251217014828" alt="week ahead" width="203" height="203" style="width:203px;height:203px;display:inline-block;float:right">Monday, September 22 (Day 4)School Council Meeting 6:30 in LibraryTuesday, September 23 (Day 5)Running ClubWednesday, September 24 (Day 1)Running ClubGrade 7 ImmunizationsThursday, September 25 (Day 2)Running ClubTerry Fox Walk 2:00Open House 5:00-6:00Friday, September 26 (Day 3)Indigenous Student Leadership Team 9:30-11:00Coming Up....Sept 30 Orange Shirt Day, National Day of Truth and ReconciliationOct 7 - Fall and Class Group Photo Date Oct 10 P.A. Day ( No School for students)Oct 13 Thanksgiving Holiday <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">A PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online. </a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967?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"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Time</a></h2></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Learning block</a></h2></th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">8:55 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Supervision begins on the yard</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">9:10 to 10:50 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">10:50 to 11:30 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Recess and nutrition break</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">11:30 a.m. to 1:10 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block </a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">1:10 to 1:50 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Recess and nutrition break</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">1:50 to 3:30 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">3:30 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Dismissal</a></h2></td></tr></tbody></table><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Allergen Awareness - Nut-Free School</h2>Thank you for packing nut-free snacks! Please communicate with teachers before sending any treats in for your student's class. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/66bc51ee-5047-4736-bca7-662809a795ff?fingerprint=ppb20251217013934" alt="medicalert" width="143" height="143" style="width:143px;height:143px;display:inline-block;float:left">Medical Plans of Care</h2>If your student requires a medical plan (i.e., Asthma, Anaphylaxis, Diabetes, etc.) or is required to take medication at school, please follow the smore below and have all paperwork completed by your family doctor as soon as possible.<a href="https://sway.cloud.microsoft/PC6b6O4i3hywfrpX?ref=Link" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://sway.cloud.microsoft/PC6b6O4i3hywfrpX?ref=Link</a> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><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">Form 325-D</a> on the LDSB website. It outlines the Human Development and Sexual Health curriculum expectations for Grades 1-8.  Families can request to have their child or children exempted from instruction related to Human Development and Sexual Health expectations by completing and returning an exemption form for each child (<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.limestone.on.ca%252Fdocuments%252Faf26a5ef-1a97-4814-ab57-f365e0d6b6bb%252FForm-325-B-Exemption-Letter-Parent-Request.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%2540limestone.on.ca%7Cd8e986523c2748085d7c08ddeecf4b2d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638929296269902945%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%253D%253D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=G0ac7QdQcYMmDwk3auq%252B4YrZTL0Z6OSMABGZkkoYA%252BM%253D&reserved=0" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Form 325-B</a>) five school days before the start of instruction. Prior to instruction, your child's classroom teacher will inform parents/guardians when the expectations related to the Human Development and Sexual Health expectations in Strand D will be covered. For a more detailed overview of this process, please refer to Administrative Procedure 325: Exemption From Human Development and Sexual Health Instruction (listed under the Policies and Procedures section of the LDSB website), or contact the school.<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/77143b36-64d5-4f80-a9f2-cf2bf339fb88?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="326" height="466" style="width:326px;height:466px;display:inline-block"></a><img src="/images/31c66f06-c2c7-4ef1-8d8d-2e2e7505b3ff?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="stay informed" width="173" height="173" style="width:173px;height:173px;display:inline-block;float:left">Information SharingEach Sunday, Bath P.S. will send home a link to this weekly newsletter (Knights News) including information about the week ahead along with other information about upcoming events, our School Council, volunteer opportunities and more. However, LDSB also has a range of other communication tools to help you stay informed.To help users become more familiar with these new tools, please refer to these user guides:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/07694697-349d-51ff-a42c-a05550bd4f28/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20for%20setting%20up%20a%20School%20Messenger%20App%20Account.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Set up a SchoolMessenger App account</a><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/07694697-349d-51ff-a42c-a05550bd4f28/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20for%20setting%20up%20a%20School%20Messenger%20App%20Account.pdf?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" 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">Report a student absence:</a> set up your account, report and explain student absences in advance. - Video tutorial</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/48bbc50b-373e-5019-ae1d-7a37c047b5a4/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Communicate%20broadcast%20tool.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013700" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Use the Communicate broadcast tool:</a> choose how you will receive alerts including how to opt-in for text messaging. - Video tutorial</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/56167561-f5db-5914-b801-10584900d3ea/Parent%20?fingerprint=20260601T0915Z&%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Board%20mobile%20app.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Use the Board mobile app:</a> how to choose your schools, see your messages and report and review student absences. - Video tutorial</li></ul><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a> <img src="/images/f8765bdc-6240-47a3-abd4-3e0b0f56c0aa?fingerprint=ppb20251217015306" alt="fresh" width="143" height="168" style="width:143px;height:168px;display:inline-block;float:left">Fresh from the Farm FundraiserWe are doing a healthy fundraiser with Ontario produce! It will open on School Day soon and will close Oct. 5 - please consider ordering. It is a win, win with food for food- fresh food for your house and our school will use the money that is raised for our snack bin & food program at school*This is a one-time ordering opportunity!Thank you for your consideration! <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/321bfdb0-7b47-449b-860d-9689704f8a34?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="insurance" width="135" height="153" style="width:135px;height:153px;display:inline-block;float:left"></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Student Accident Insurance</h3>The Limestone District School Board requires that students have student accident insurance in order to participate in extra-curricular activities. Before students will be allowed to participate in these events, parents/guardians must confirm their own coverage for items not covered under the Provincial Health Plan, or purchase an insurance plan. Each year a Student Accident Insurance Plan is made available to all students on a voluntary basis. The plan provides protection for dental damage due to accidents, fracture benefits and other important coverage, which are not covered under the Provincial Health Plan. Some parents may have dental plan coverage through their workplace but many of these plans are limited in one way or another, while this accident coverage is not. You should compare plans to make sure you have the coverage you need or desire.In making this plan available, the Board wishes to make its position clear in the matter of insurance. Under the Education Act, the Board is not permitted to provide insurance coverage for accidents to pupils, therefore, the Board recommends consideration of this plan to any parent who wishes to obtain this kind of insurance. Although the policy has all the advantages of a group plan, it is essentially a direct contract between the parent and the insurance company.A family plan is also available for three or more students which permits the enrolment of students in the family who are attending schools outside the jurisdiction of this Board as long as at least one child in the family is attending a school within the Limestone District School Board.If you wish to subscribe to this insurance, you may do so by completing the form handed out to students the first week of school and mailing it directly to Reliable Life Insurance Company in the stamped envelope provided. Or, for your convenience, you may purchase directly online at <a href="https://insuremykids.com/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">www.insuremykids.com.</a>School Trips and VolunteersThroughout the year, we may ask for parent/guardian volunteers on school trips or for various classroom and school activities. The wait time for obtaining a CPIC (background check with vulnerable sector screening) can be lengthy. As such, if you think you would be willing to assist with a trip or school event in the future, please consider obtaining a CPIC with vulnerable sector screening completed, beforehand.Link to OPP Criminal Background Checks <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/8da2fba9-5e33-4313-86f2-2822afc47153?fingerprint=ppb20251217014314" alt="SAC" width="194" height="178" style="width:194px;height:178px;display:inline-block"></a>Bath School Advisory Council Needs YOU!It's that time of year! School Advisory Council (Parent Council) elections for Executive Positions are coming up very soon! The first Parent Council Meeting of the 2025-2026 school year is on Monday, September 22nd at 6:30 pm and elections will take place at the same time. The elections and meeting will take place in our resource area (library). Please use the link below to submit nominations. Nominations are anonymous and you can nominate yourself or someone else for a position. If you are nominating someone, please ensure they are up for the position and have agreed to your nomination. The person you nominate must be available to be present at the meeting. Your nomination does not count as a vote; you must be present to vote. Nominations are due by 12:00 noon on Monday, September 22nd. <a href="https://forms.office.com/r/fRqtPiJtzX" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Nominations Link</a> Positions for election are:ChairRepresents, works with and provides support to all school community and council committee chairs. This person works closely with the school principal and VP, school staff and parents to enrich the education of all students. Additionally, they preside over and conduct monthly council meetings, set agendas and schedule meetings (in consultation with the VP/Principal). The chair promotes discussion amongst council members and the community, receives and reports on correspondence sent and received by council. Acts as coordinator between the school board and council. Receives documentation from board and keeps council advised of board decisions, activities etc. Supports programs, initiatives and activities led by other council members and contributes to the monthly council newsletter.Vice Chair/Co-chairPresides at meetings in the absence of the chair or upon the incumbent’s inability to serve. Responsible for overseeing all sponsored events and programs.TreasurerWorks with the council and coordinators in developing an operating budget, keeps a full and accurate account of receipts and expenditures and serves as the liaison with the Board of Education. Additional responsibilities include depositing/disbursing funds on behalf of the council, the preparation of monthly financial statements, and the preparation & filing of all necessary financial reports.SecretaryAttends scheduled council meetings, records, maintains and distributes minutes of meetings, keeps non-financial records of council.Indigenous RepresentativeThis is a newer position with the SAC and will evolve and grow organically.Member at Large (Divisional reps)Attends meetings and participates in many aspects of council activities, as prescribed by council. Voting member. Kindergarten, Primary, Junior positions available.Fundraising CoordinatorPlans, manages fundraising activities of council. Works closely with the treasurer. Everyone who is part of our Bath PS family is welcome to attend any of our meetings this year. Meeting dates will be shared out after our Sept. 22nd meeting. We look forward to hearing your voice! <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/304d9c00-8dec-4ea7-8b9f-bc3b1b4b7f74?fingerprint=ppb20251217013433" alt="self identify" width="194" height="157" style="width:194px;height:157px;display:inline-block;float:left">Indigenous Language Programming</h3> We are happy to share that Indigenous Language Programming will be offered again this year, beginning in October. Program DetailsKanyen'kéha<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Teacher: Tahnee Bennett (returning)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Start Date: October 21, 2025</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Platform: Microsoft Teams</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Schedule:</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem editor-nested-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 10:00 – 10:45 AM → Returning students</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 11:00 – 11:45 AM → New students</li></ul></li></ul>Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Teacher: Ashley Nadon (returning)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Start Date: October 14, 2025</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Platform: Microsoft Teams</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Schedule:</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem editor-nested-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 10:00 – 10:45 AM</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 11:00 – 11:45 AM</li></ul></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Recommended for: Grades 3 and up (exceptions possible if younger students have a strong desire to participate)</li></ul><hr>If you have a student interested in the program, please email me with (by October 1st):This program is a unique chance to support the revitalization of Indigenous languages and uplift students’ cultural knowledge, self-esteem, confidence, and well-being. Very few school boards are able to offer this opportunity, and we are proud to be doing so together. <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/dc0c31b6-c23b-47b0-bafc-f746f8822bd2?fingerprint=ppb20251217015024" alt="triboard" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a>Triboard Busing Information2025-2026 Busing Details Available in the PortalBus routes were finalized on August 20, 2025 and student details are available in the Student Portal.The deadline for applications to be processed for the first day of school was August 10, 2025. Applications received after this date are currently being processed with a start date of mid-September so that bus drivers, school staff, and families can get to know their routes. Families will need to make alternative travel arrangements for students to get to school until the “start date” indicated in the Student Portal. Requests to switch buses or stop locations will not be reviewed until late September or early October. If you require assistance, please visit triboard.ca/contact to contact us.<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">You can log-in or create an account here.</a> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Opportunities for Students and Families</h2> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/aa831451-7dda-4bbc-af1a-26e4c643f852?fingerprint=ppb20251217014611" alt="Loyalist Programs" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a><a href="https://www.loyalist.ca/media/lf4ps1su/autumn-guide.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">See the full guide here</a><img src="/images/0acae14b-1a88-4bc7-b2b9-366f1b8fd977?fingerprint=ppb20251217013102" alt="bball" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/1cc9f23c-3196-5454-9c6a-e77a276bf992?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" alt="" width="177" height="177" style="width:177px;height:177px;display:inline-block"><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"> Mabel's LabelsWant to keep track of your child's idems and generate funds for our school? Click on the link below to order Mabel's Lables. Simply order their personalized labels online and our school receives 20% back on every purchase! Orders are shipped out directly to parents FREE.<a href="https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/</a> <hr><img src="/images/b286f597-ecb0-4130-9656-2545d5f87622?fingerprint=ppb20251217014650" alt="Land Acknowledgement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

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Knights News - September 15 - 19

<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Knights News - September 8 - 12</h2><img src="/images/f1d61b26-bfd0-4191-ae26-d6520fedaa17?fingerprint=ppb20251217015231" alt="IMG 8384" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/46d2b933-cd21-4c5f-a8c5-bccff95d871e?fingerprint=ppb20251217013647" alt="Collage for newsletter" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">Dear Families,What a beautiful week it’s been! It’s wonderful to see so many smiling faces engaged in both learning and play. We wrapped up the week with a bake sale and a whole-school outdoor activity, which brought everyone together in such a joyful way. Students also took part in two exciting challenges: the first was a race against the principal—many participated and many were victorious. The second was a race against an Olympian—many gave it their best effort, but no one could beat the champion! A big thank you to Mme. Lalonde for bringing such fun and energy to our school; we were truly impressed by your skill.Meanwhile, our garden is thriving and producing plenty of spaghetti squash. If you have a recipe your child’s class might enjoy trying, please feel free to send it in. The squash should be ripe very soon. A big thank you to the Smith family for donating good quality top soil to help our garden grow!Bake sale - Thank you for supporting the Grade 3 class in their efforts to raise money to purchase a tree for the playground gardens to be planted this fall. With all the generous donations and purchases, they achieved their goal! We raised an amazing $825.00! We will keep you posted on the planting!Extracurriculars - Soccer and Cross-Country are underway! It is a very short season, especially for soccer with tournaments happening this week! Please watch out for tournament permission forms coming home in School Day and make sure to return them ASAP. School-Day was not working on Friday so some permission forms were just sent out this morning. Cross-country practices are running every day during second nutrition break so students are reminded to come prepared to run with proper footwear and athletic clothing.Breakfast ProgramThe Bath Breakfast Program started this week, it was great to see so many kids enjoying a healthy breakfast together. A huge thank you to the many generous individuals and groups whose donations have made this possible and to our wonderful volunteers!! We couldn't do it without you!!The Hot Lunch & Milk programs will be starting in October. Now that our new classes are finalized, We encourage you to create an account and explore the <a href="https://www.lunchboxorders.net/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">www.lunchboxorders.net</a> if you choose to order these lunch/milk options throughout the week.Indigenous Student Leadership TeamLiv 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, February 27th, March 27th, April 24th, 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.School-Day - Most families already have an account with School-Day. This is the platform through which field trip permission forms, announcements, and fundraising forms are distributed. However, students who are new to Bath P.S., including our JK students received sign-up information this week. If you received this information, please set up your child's account ASAP so that you/they don't miss opportunities that are available.Kindergarten Pick Up ChangeIn order to streamline the pick-up process, Kindergarten students will now be picked up at the main doors at the end of the day, rather than at the Kindergarten gate. Thank you.Looking forward to another great week ahead!Sincerely,Jean Paquin, Principal & Kevin Collins, Vice-Principal<a href="mailto:paquinj@limestone.on.ca" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">paquinj@limestone.on.ca</a> ; <a href="https://collinsk@limestone.on.ca/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">collinsk@limestone.on.ca</a><img src="/images/89eed629-8163-4e0c-84a2-73b9b3c4eac2?fingerprint=ppb20251217014301" alt="Pastel Green and Orange Meet the Teacher Introduction Flyer" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/76a6cc69-8acb-4b55-a051-93b971f180ba?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Tan meet the teacher introduction" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">This Week...<img src="/images/c4c8f74c-f23b-48bd-b67f-2ca234aa9c44?fingerprint=ppb20251217014828" alt="week ahead" width="203" height="203" style="width:203px;height:203px;display:inline-block;float:right"> Monday, September 15 (Day 4)Tuesday, September 16 (Day 5)Running ClubWednesday, September 17 (Day 1)Running ClubThursday, September 18 (Day 2)Running ClubFriday, September 19 (Day 3)Spirit Friday! Wear Blue and Yellow or Bath PS swag to show off your school spirit!Coming Up....<img src="/images/98acc078-b47c-473a-abdc-5e2e4d767465?fingerprint=ppb20251217014424" alt="coming soon" width="217" height="179" style="width:217px;height:179px;display:inline-block;float:right">Sept 20-21 - Yom KipperSept 22 - School Council MeetingSep 24 - Grade 7 ImmunizationsSept 25 - Open House Sept 30 Orange Shirt Day, National Day of Truth and ReconciliationOct 7 - Fall and Class Group Photo Date Oct 10 P.A. Day ( No School for students)Oct 13 Thanksgiving Holiday Looking Ahead: Terry Fox Run, Walk, and Roll September 2025<img src="/images/a07ad511-1361-42e7-a3bf-3f5295894b66?fingerprint=ppb20251217014502" alt="terry fox" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Our Terry Fox Run, Walk, and Roll will take place on Thursday, September 25 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. We are very excited to take part in this annual tradition that supports cancer research while building school spirit. Families who plan to join us should let their classroom teachers know in advance. Families can support our school's fundraising efforts by making a donation online - thank you for your support! <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fterryfox.us9.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3D9c16f8b6c2b735d53eb75ef97%26id%3Dba33a7f1f8%26e%3Dd1e4ad0baa&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%40limestone.on.ca%7C2f3238ca0dd644a926ee08ddec8b9760%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638926806478481472%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=%2FPRIb%2BY9r1fY989AfVikN3gBUjPDD0r2rAEJd3haHuA%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://terryfox.us9.list-manage.com/track/click?u=9c16f8b6c2b735d53eb75ef97&id=ba33a7f1f8&e=d1e4ad0baa. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">https://schools.terryfox.ca/BathPS</a><img src="/images/ef80f916-bfca-42d8-9c32-1af356a8cd3a?fingerprint=ppb20251217015218" alt="open house" width="305" height="309" style="width:305px;height:309px;display:inline-block;float:left">Save the date! The Bath PS Open House will take place on Thursday, September 25, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM. Families will have the opportunity to tour the school, visit their child’s classroom, and meet the teaching staff. To top off the evening, the Grade 8 class will be hosting a Grad Barbecue to raise funds for this year’s graduation celebrations—come hungry and help support a great cause!<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar</a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">A PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online. </a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967?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"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Time</a></h2></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Learning block</a></h2></th></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">8:55 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Supervision begins on the yard</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">9:10 to 10:50 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">10:50 to 11:30 a.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Recess and nutrition break</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">11:30 a.m. to 1:10 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block </a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">1:10 to 1:50 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Recess and nutrition break</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">1:50 to 3:30 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">100-minute learning block</a></h2></td></tr><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">3:30 p.m.</a></h2></th><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Dismissal</a></h2></td></tr></tbody></table><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Allergen Awareness - Nut-Free School</h2>Thank you for packing nut-free snacks! Please communicate with teachers before sending any treats in for your student's class. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/66bc51ee-5047-4736-bca7-662809a795ff?fingerprint=ppb20251217013934" alt="medicalert" width="143" height="143" style="width:143px;height:143px;display:inline-block;float:left">Medical Plans of Care</h2>If your student requires a medical plan (i.e., Asthma, Anaphylaxis, Diabetes, etc.) or is required to take medication at school, please follow the smore below and have all paperwork completed by your family doctor as soon as possible.<a href="https://sway.cloud.microsoft/PC6b6O4i3hywfrpX?ref=Link" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://sway.cloud.microsoft/PC6b6O4i3hywfrpX?ref=Link</a> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><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">Form 325-D</a> on the LDSB website. It outlines the Human Development and Sexual Health curriculum expectations for Grades 1-8.  Families can request to have their child or children exempted from instruction related to Human Development and Sexual Health expectations by completing and returning an exemption form for each child (<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.limestone.on.ca%252Fdocuments%252Faf26a5ef-1a97-4814-ab57-f365e0d6b6bb%252FForm-325-B-Exemption-Letter-Parent-Request.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cpaquinj%2540limestone.on.ca%7Cd8e986523c2748085d7c08ddeecf4b2d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638929296269902945%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%253D%253D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=G0ac7QdQcYMmDwk3auq%252B4YrZTL0Z6OSMABGZkkoYA%252BM%253D&reserved=0" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Form 325-B</a>) five school days before the start of instruction. Prior to instruction, your child's classroom teacher will inform parents/guardians when the expectations related to the Human Development and Sexual Health expectations in Strand D will be covered. For a more detailed overview of this process, please refer to Administrative Procedure 325: Exemption From Human Development and Sexual Health Instruction (listed under the Policies and Procedures section of the LDSB website), or contact the school.<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/77143b36-64d5-4f80-a9f2-cf2bf339fb88?fingerprint=ppb20251217014110" alt="Nut Free School" width="326" height="466" style="width:326px;height:466px;display:inline-block"></a><img src="/images/31c66f06-c2c7-4ef1-8d8d-2e2e7505b3ff?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="stay informed" width="173" height="173" style="width:173px;height:173px;display:inline-block;float:left">Information SharingEach Sunday, Bath P.S. will send home a link to this weekly newsletter (Knights News) including information about the week ahead along with other information about upcoming events, our School Council, volunteer opportunities and more. However, LDSB also has a range of other communication tools to help you stay informed.To help users become more familiar with these new tools, please refer to these user guides:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/07694697-349d-51ff-a42c-a05550bd4f28/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20for%20setting%20up%20a%20School%20Messenger%20App%20Account.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013050" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">Set up a SchoolMessenger App account</a><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/07694697-349d-51ff-a42c-a05550bd4f28/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20for%20setting%20up%20a%20School%20Messenger%20App%20Account.pdf?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" 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">Report a student absence:</a> set up your account, report and explain student absences in advance. - Video tutorial</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/48bbc50b-373e-5019-ae1d-7a37c047b5a4/Parent%20%2526%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Communicate%20broadcast%20tool.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217013700" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Use the Communicate broadcast tool:</a> choose how you will receive alerts including how to opt-in for text messaging. - Video tutorial</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/56167561-f5db-5914-b801-10584900d3ea/Parent%20?fingerprint=20260601T0915Z&%20Guardian%20Guide%20re%20Board%20mobile%20app.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Use the Board mobile app:</a> how to choose your schools, see your messages and report and review student absences. - Video tutorial</li></ul><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a> <img src="/images/f8765bdc-6240-47a3-abd4-3e0b0f56c0aa?fingerprint=ppb20251217015306" alt="fresh" width="143" height="168" style="width:143px;height:168px;display:inline-block;float:left">Fresh from the Farm FundraiserWe are doing a healthy fundraiser with Ontario produce! It will open on School Day soon and will close Oct. 5 - please consider ordering. It is a win, win with food for food- fresh food for your house and our school will use the money that is raised for our snack bin & food program at school*This is a one-time ordering opportunity!Thank you for your consideration! <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/321bfdb0-7b47-449b-860d-9689704f8a34?fingerprint=ppb20251217013446" alt="insurance" width="135" height="153" style="width:135px;height:153px;display:inline-block;float:left"></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Student Accident Insurance</h3>The Limestone District School Board requires that students have student accident insurance in order to participate in extra-curricular activities. Before students will be allowed to participate in these events, parents/guardians must confirm their own coverage for items not covered under the Provincial Health Plan, or purchase an insurance plan. Each year a Student Accident Insurance Plan is made available to all students on a voluntary basis. The plan provides protection for dental damage due to accidents, fracture benefits and other important coverage, which are not covered under the Provincial Health Plan. Some parents may have dental plan coverage through their workplace but many of these plans are limited in one way or another, while this accident coverage is not. You should compare plans to make sure you have the coverage you need or desire.In making this plan available, the Board wishes to make its position clear in the matter of insurance. Under the Education Act, the Board is not permitted to provide insurance coverage for accidents to pupils, therefore, the Board recommends consideration of this plan to any parent who wishes to obtain this kind of insurance. Although the policy has all the advantages of a group plan, it is essentially a direct contract between the parent and the insurance company.A family plan is also available for three or more students which permits the enrolment of students in the family who are attending schools outside the jurisdiction of this Board as long as at least one child in the family is attending a school within the Limestone District School Board.If you wish to subscribe to this insurance, you may do so by completing the form handed out to students the first week of school and mailing it directly to Reliable Life Insurance Company in the stamped envelope provided. Or, for your convenience, you may purchase directly online at <a href="https://insuremykids.com/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">www.insuremykids.com.</a>School Trips and VolunteersThroughout the year, we may ask for parent/guardian volunteers on school trips or for various classroom and school activities. The wait time for obtaining a CPIC (background check with vulnerable sector screening) can be lengthy. As such, if you think you would be willing to assist with a trip or school event in the future, please consider obtaining a CPIC with vulnerable sector screening completed, beforehand.Link to OPP Criminal Background Checks <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/8da2fba9-5e33-4313-86f2-2822afc47153?fingerprint=ppb20251217014314" alt="SAC" width="194" height="178" style="width:194px;height:178px;display:inline-block"></a>Bath School Advisory Council Needs YOU!It's that time of year! School Advisory Council (Parent Council) elections for Executive Positions are coming up very soon! The first Parent Council Meeting of the 2025-2026 school year is on Monday, September 22nd at 6:30 pm and elections will take place at the same time. The elections and meeting will take place in our resource area (library). Please use the link below to submit nominations. Nominations are anonymous and you can nominate yourself or someone else for a position. If you are nominating someone, please ensure they are up for the position and have agreed to your nomination. The person you nominate must be available to be present at the meeting. Your nomination does not count as a vote; you must be present to vote. Nominations are due by 12:00 noon on Monday, September 22nd. <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Nominations Link</a> Positions for election are:ChairRepresents, works with and provides support to all school community and council committee chairs. This person works closely with the school principal and VP, school staff and parents to enrich the education of all students. Additionally, they preside over and conduct monthly council meetings, set agendas and schedule meetings (in consultation with the VP/Principal). The chair promotes discussion amongst council members and the community, receives and reports on correspondence sent and received by council. Acts as coordinator between the school board and council. Receives documentation from board and keeps council advised of board decisions, activities etc. Supports programs, initiatives and activities led by other council members and contributes to the monthly council newsletter.Vice Chair/Co-chairPresides at meetings in the absence of the chair or upon the incumbent’s inability to serve. Responsible for overseeing all sponsored events and programs.TreasurerWorks with the council and coordinators in developing an operating budget, keeps a full and accurate account of receipts and expenditures and serves as the liaison with the Board of Education. Additional responsibilities include depositing/disbursing funds on behalf of the council, the preparation of monthly financial statements, and the preparation & filing of all necessary financial reports.SecretaryAttends scheduled council meetings, records, maintains and distributes minutes of meetings, keeps non-financial records of council.Indigenous RepresentativeThis is a newer position with the SAC and will evolve and grow organically.Member at Large (Divisional reps)Attends meetings and participates in many aspects of council activities, as prescribed by council. Voting member. Kindergarten, Primary, Junior positions available.Fundraising CoordinatorPlans, manages fundraising activities of council. Works closely with the treasurer. Everyone who is part of our Bath PS family is welcome to attend any of our meetings this year. Meeting dates will be shared out after our Sept. 22nd meeting. We look forward to hearing your voice! <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/304d9c00-8dec-4ea7-8b9f-bc3b1b4b7f74?fingerprint=ppb20251217013433" alt="self identify" width="194" height="157" style="width:194px;height:157px;display:inline-block;float:left">Indigenous Language Programming</h3> We are happy to share that Indigenous Language Programming will be offered again this year, beginning in October. Program DetailsKanyen'kéha<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Teacher: Tahnee Bennett (returning)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Start Date: October 21, 2025</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Platform: Microsoft Teams</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Schedule:</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem editor-nested-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 10:00 – 10:45 AM → Returning students</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 11:00 – 11:45 AM → New students</li></ul></li></ul>Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Teacher: Ashley Nadon (returning)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Start Date: October 14, 2025</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Platform: Microsoft Teams</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Schedule:</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem editor-nested-listitem" style="text-align: left;"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 10:00 – 10:45 AM</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 11:00 – 11:45 AM</li></ul></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Recommended for: Grades 3 and up (exceptions possible if younger students have a strong desire to participate)</li></ul><hr>If you have a student interested in the program, please email me with (by October 1st):This program is a unique chance to support the revitalization of Indigenous languages and uplift students’ cultural knowledge, self-esteem, confidence, and well-being. Very few school boards are able to offer this opportunity, and we are proud to be doing so together. <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/dc0c31b6-c23b-47b0-bafc-f746f8822bd2?fingerprint=ppb20251217015024" alt="triboard" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a>Triboard Busing Information2025-2026 Busing Details Available in the PortalBus routes were finalized on August 20, 2025 and student details are available in the Student Portal.The deadline for applications to be processed for the first day of school was August 10, 2025. Applications received after this date are currently being processed with a start date of mid-September so that bus drivers, school staff, and families can get to know their routes. Families will need to make alternative travel arrangements for students to get to school until the “start date” indicated in the Student Portal. Requests to switch buses or stop locations will not be reviewed until late September or early October. If you require assistance, please visit triboard.ca/contact to contact us.<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">You can log-in or create an account here.</a> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Opportunities for Students and Families</h2> <a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><hr></a><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><img src="/images/aa831451-7dda-4bbc-af1a-26e4c643f852?fingerprint=ppb20251217014611" alt="Loyalist Programs" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a><a href="https://www.loyalist.ca/media/lf4ps1su/autumn-guide.pdf" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">See the full guide here</a><img src="/images/0acae14b-1a88-4bc7-b2b9-366f1b8fd977?fingerprint=ppb20251217013102" alt="bball" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/1cc9f23c-3196-5454-9c6a-e77a276bf992?fingerprint=ppb20251217013244" alt="" width="177" height="177" style="width:177px;height:177px;display:inline-block"><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"> Mabel's LabelsWant to keep track of your child's idems and generate funds for our school? Click on the link below to order Mabel's Lables. Simply order their personalized labels online and our school receives 20% back on every purchase! Orders are shipped out directly to parents FREE.<a href="https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/" rel="nofollow noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://mabelslabels.ca/en_CA/fundraising/support/</a> <hr><img src="/images/b286f597-ecb0-4130-9656-2545d5f87622?fingerprint=ppb20251217014650" alt="Land Acknowledgement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">

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