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March 6 Newsletter

March 6 NewsletterSpring is in the air. This is a time for renewal, change and for warmer weather, especially after this long winter. We will hold Wiarton Willie to his promise for an early spring this year! Although we often celebrate the success of all our students, we are particularly proud of our cast and crew of Treasure Island; A New Adventure. This week saw the culmination of months of planning, rehearsals, designing the sets, construction of props, as well as welcoming the next generation of Falcons through our Specialist High Skill Majors programs to highlight our passion for the arts at FSS. Frontenac athletes also participated against some of the top wrestlers in Peterborough and swimmers in Windsor through OFSAA competition. Our girls curling team will have to wait until after March Break for their OFSAA competition in Thunder Bay. A reminder to all of our parents that our Parent/Teacher night will be held Thursday, March 26th from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. The booking of appointments will open next week at 11:00 am on Wednesday, March 11th. We look forward to seeing you all then.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Student Trustees for 2026/27</h2>Congratulations to FSS students Victoria McCourt and Mathew Katz for the appointments as LDSB student trustees for the 2026/27 school year. Mathew will be filling the role of the Urban Student Trustee and Victoria will be the Indigenous Student Trustee. Mathew wants to "specifically hope to be able to work on issues related to environmental sustainability and anti-racism. Ultimately, I want to ensure students’ voices are heard and meaningfully represented." Victoria "would like to help celebrate and honour the Indigenous students in the Limestone District School Board. I look forward to helping create more opportunities for Indigenous students and I want our youth to feel proud of who they are and their Indigenous identity." We know both Victoria and Mathew will represent the concerns of all students across the Limestone District School Board.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Student Services</h2>College, University, and Military Reps are Visiting FSS to Provide Information Sessions for Grade 11s!Each year our grade 12 students have the opportunity to attend sessions and meet with representatives from a variety of post-secondary institutions to help them make decisions about their future plans. These sessions will take place next year too; however, some of these post-secondary institutions are now offering sessions for grade 11 students to help them learn more about what their schools offer and to get a head-start on their planning! Listed below are the dates and times for the presentations we have scheduled so far. <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">East Regional College Panel (Algonquin, Durham, Fleming, Loyalist, and St. Lawrence Colleges) - Tuesday, March 10th - Period 4 - Library</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Military Recruiters - Tuesday, March 24th - Period 1 - Library</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Dalhousie University - Wednesday, March 25th - Period 1 - Library</li></ul>Grade 11 students can sign up to attend the sessions using the links posted on the Grade 11 <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fclassroom.google.com%2Fc%2FNzM2MTA0ODgyMDA3%3Fcjc%3Dtx7skex&data=05%7C02%7Cmckennam%40limestone.on.ca%7C791d7a6cf0294ad24eca08de7bb7c472%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639084226395386681%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=HQTtS1bx4DMLQ2lMLg8FQymAZiCdjPKOdS03fyyXrCw%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://classroom.google.com/c/NzM2MTA0ODgyMDA3?cjc=tx7skex. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">Google Classroom</a>. AP Exam Sign-Up DeadlineWednesday, March 11th is the last day to sign-up to write an AP Exam this Spring. Cost is $190 a course. Please see Mrs. Dempster in Student Services to register. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">FSS Arts</h2>Finally the production! After months of planning, learning Pirate accents, memorizing lines, choreographing dance and fight sequences, the curtain has finally gone up. We applaud all the staff and students for the thousands of hours that have gone into making Treasure Island; A New Adventure a reality. We are fortunate for having your talents shared with the Frontenac community. By the time this newsletter is published, there will be two more opportunities to catch the show, Friday, March 6th at 7:00 pm and the curtain closer, Saturday, March 7th at 1:30 pm. Check out the following stories shared by Global News, the Kingstonist and the Whig-Standard. <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fglobalnews.ca%2Fvideo%2F11715091%2Ffrontenac-secondary-school-revives-mainstage-theatre-with-treasure-island-a-new-adventure-2&data=05%7C02%7Cmckennam%40limestone.on.ca%7Cf4e499133d68411da40108de7ada5949%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639083275396681607%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=HBhnkACpI38DcmZrAEbGZKSDp90wV%2FKcukMlk%2BFPXLQ%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://globalnews.ca/video/11715091/frontenac-secondary-school-revives-mainstage-theatre-with-treasure-island-a-new-adventure-2. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">Frontenac Secondary School revives mainstage theatre with ‘Treasure Island: A New Adventure’ | Watch News Videos Online</a><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.kingstonist.com%2Fnews%2Ffrontenac-secondary-schools-drama-department-presents-the-play-treasure-island%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cmckennam%40limestone.on.ca%7C61ae989ae3914225023708de7bae77aa%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639084186417076211%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=pgoMWI4wbwriRVqX0A2Ajy44%2BEw0NRUHMagT9TZRwjU%3D&reserved=0" rel="noreferrer noopener" title="Original URL: https://www.kingstonist.com/news/frontenac-secondary-schools-drama-department-presents-the-play-treasure-island/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">https://www.kingstonist.com/news/frontenac-secondary-schools-drama-department-presents-the-play-treasure-island/</a><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thewhig.com%2Fentertainment%2Fent-big-musicals-make-a-return-to-kingston-high-school-this-week&data=05%7C02%7Cmckennam%40limestone.on.ca%7C61ae989ae3914225023708de7bae77aa%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639084186417111916%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=EM8TeuBB56mkNXN3a%2F%2FCmT76jUmdpttxBuxkaTvwRNs%3D&reserved=0" rel="noreferrer noopener" title="Original URL: https://www.thewhig.com/entertainment/ent-big-musicals-make-a-return-to-kingston-high-school-this-week. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">https://www.thewhig.com/entertainment/ent-big-musicals-make-a-return-to-kingston-high-school-this-week</a><img src="/images/ded7fb30-3b65-4b3f-8bf3-6267ded3250d" alt="T Island" width="614" height="374" style="width:614px;height:374px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/f0680d1c-d1e3-4a9f-a464-7a186a65b0e8" alt="T island2" width="613" height="377" style="width:613px;height:377px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/29b48b63-3977-41ad-a165-8b09e70a257b" alt="T island3" width="620" height="358" style="width:620px;height:358px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/0819475e-29cf-42c1-a509-9ff48a437600" alt="TI sland 4" width="619" height="466" style="width:619px;height:466px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">FSS Athletics</h2>For students that are new to Frontenac Secondary School in semester two or are grade 10 and above and did not go through the athletic transfer process, the next transfer eligibility meeting will be Tuesday, March 24th. Please see Ms. Pixley for transfer forms to be eligible to play spring sports. Congratulations to our girls hockey team that had a thrilling semi-final victory over Holy Cross to reach the city final. Eventually, a short handed lineup fell to Napanee in the finals to earn a silver medal in KASSAA sports. After winning EOSSAA in February, Frontenac Swimmers headed to Windsor this past week for OFSAA. OFSAA swimming sees over 2000 athletes and our Falcons placed 24th out of the 308 teams from across Ontario. Our Open Girls team (Skylar Kalverda, Jordan Noonan, Olivia Serson, Emma Gow and Mae Gillis) not only brought home the bronze medal in their free relay but also finished third in all their events combined. New to OFSAA this year was the mixed free relay where Greta Kalverda, Evelyn Moore, Sam Gurd and Ty Huddleston placed fifth overall. That was just one of Greta's three top ten finishes as she placed fifth and sixth in her individual events. Our 16 other athletes experienced many personal bests with our relays dropping up to twelve seconds off their qualifying time. Well done Falcons. <img src="/images/124c644b-123b-4fe7-a6eb-fcd9b4d13c4d" alt="Girls Hockey" width="701" height="273" style="width:701px;height:273px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/8bf5b07c-3e37-4f7b-96a0-174656ec33c3" alt="IMG 1357" width="696" height="522" style="width:696px;height:522px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/42213536-5dd8-44c8-8bc8-c7377ef37fa7" alt="IMG 1372" width="688" height="516" style="width:688px;height:516px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/bee2252c-bed8-4a68-861d-8096b661d8ca" alt="IMG 1307" width="658" height="494" style="width:658px;height:494px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/44a2ff12-b47f-43a9-a5ff-6578e60e68d9" alt="IMG 1308" width="656" height="492" style="width:656px;height:492px;display:inline-block">What a season it was!  After a stop/start season plagued by snow days and tournament cancellations the team finished strong!  In only our second season, we finished 2nd in the team event at EOSSA, narrowly losing to our rivals at Holy Cross Secondary School, while advancing 9 athletes to OFSAA.  Adrienne Johnson, Jenna Gallivan, Jenna Martin, Mia Mack, Jorgie Bearisto, Hewitt Closs, Michael Dobeich, Carson Monk, and Wyatt Chase proudly represented our school at provincials in Peterborough, with Jenna Gallivan, Jenna Martin, and Wyatt Chase advancing to the Championship round before being eliminated by formidable opponents, or in Jenna Martin’s case, flying out to Vancouver to compete for Team Ontario Rugby!Falcons coaches, Mr. Chapman, Mr. Tremblay, Jason Howes, and Clara Ryan are incredibly proud of all our wrestlers, who consistently demonstrate sportsmanship, camaraderie, and determination in pursuit of their goals, qualities that symbolize life at Frontenac Secondary School!We wish our graduating wrestlers; Isaac Parks, Brandon Tailferer, Mia Mack, Jesslyn Howard, and Eden Howes continued success in their future endeavors.  We will miss everything you have brought to our club and know that great things are waiting for you in your next steps!  We would also like to say goodbye good luck to Jessie Hann, Jessie tried wrestling this year and even though it was way outside her comfort zone, she persevered and excelled.   We hope your new school in Ottawa has a wrestling team so you can continue your athletic journey!<img src="/images/3d1e734c-bf6a-4263-b278-f10e46966670" alt="fe242e17 5cdb 4a2f a9c1 9f3e6f1d4602" width="365" height="486" style="width:365px;height:486px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/85902521-de31-4d3a-bf14-bd10a1523f7b" alt="9c1a808e 8462 44c3 a519 1df05e0c9eb9" width="385" height="333" style="width:385px;height:333px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/55de94de-8a66-4f8c-9009-8d9a15d869e4" alt="0bb930e6 0dec 4920 817c 13fd8bcf4a2e" width="415" height="311" style="width:415px;height:311px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Limestone Skills Competition</h2>We are pleased to share how proud we are of the students who recently represented our schools at the LDSB Skills Competition. Their professionalism, preparation, engagement and willingness to challenge themselves in a competitive environment truly reflected the strength of our programs and the dedication of our staff.  Participating in the Skills Competition requires courage, commitment, and countless hours of practice. Whether students earned medals or simply gained valuable experience, their efforts deserve recognition and celebration. They have showcased not only their technical skills, but also their confidence, resilience, and school pride. Recognizing these accomplishments reinforces the importance of experiential learning and helps inspire future competitors. We would also like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff (chairs, judges, spectators, coaches) who attended the competition or awards ceremony. Your presence demonstrates to students that their hard work is valued and supported, and it makes a meaningful difference in celebrating their accomplishments. If you were unable to make it we wanted to share a video that was produced by the TV/Video Production Team of 2, you can see it here:  <a href="https://limestoneschools-my.sharepoint.com/:f:/g/personal/bakerm_limestone_on_ca/IgCMonV7XzcgSJkdB5KuX0AyASyLlgFO70caEL3I8aNj-IY?e=8rojAt&xsdata=MDV8MDJ8bWNrZW5uYW1AbGltZXN0b25lLm9uLmNhfGMzYWVjNDA3ODliMzQxNzQxYzA0MDhkZTc2NDU0ZTExfGUxZjQxNjVmZWJhZTRkODJhNzNjYTBkZTU5MzgzMGJlfDB8MHw2MzkwNzgyMzc3NTc4OTM3OTZ8VW5rbm93bnxUV0ZwYkdac2IzZDhleUpGYlhCMGVVMWhjR2tpT25SeWRXVXNJbFlpT2lJd0xqQXVNREF3TUNJc0lsQWlPaUpYYVc0ek1pSXNJa0ZPSWpvaVRXRnBiQ0lzSWxkVUlqb3lmUT09fDQwMDB8fHw%3d&sdata=ZHNrc2lkbHJQK2tybGEzQWk0b2JXblRrZEx3SS9ua0xNaFBiN1NCZEpqbz0%3d" title="Original URL: https://limestoneschools-my.sharepoint.com/:f:/g/personal/bakerm_limestone_on_ca/IgCMonV7XzcgSJkdB5KuX0AyASyLlgFO70caEL3I8aNj-IY?e=8rojAt. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">Skills 2026 Photos & Videos - Sharing</a>. LDSB Skilled Trades in the Media:<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fglobalnews.ca%2Fnews%2F11709845%2Fkingston-students-compete-ldsb-skills-trades-competition%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cmckennam%40limestone.on.ca%7Cc3aec40789b341741c0408de76454e11%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639078237757934296%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=l%2Bkylqsh9UW4BVdjHYGz0XobHNFy2f3JgwR%2FDs2W%2B5I%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://globalnews.ca/news/11709845/kingston-students-compete-ldsb-skills-trades-competition/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">https://globalnews.ca/news/11709845/kingston-students-compete-ldsb-skills-trades-competition/</a><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fglobalnews.ca%2Fvideo%2F11709836%2Fskills-competition-returns-to-ldsb%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cmckennam%40limestone.on.ca%7Cc3aec40789b341741c0408de76454e11%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639078237757986906%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=pWPO46EB%2B6BdXdXhEHgEoo4HL1sZiCGvRv8OGbVj%2FT8%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://globalnews.ca/video/11709836/skills-competition-returns-to-ldsb/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">https://globalnews.ca/video/11709836/skills-competition-returns-to-ldsb/</a><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.kingstondaily.ca%2Fnews%2Fthe-kingston-top-3%2Frobotics-construction-and-culinary-skills-on-display-at-st-lawrence-college-for-ldsb-competition%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cmckennam%40limestone.on.ca%7Cc3aec40789b341741c0408de76454e11%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639078237758037568%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=l%2B3e4toZNN%2F%2BSxoMGQ02K2oYW4S5KJk6R%2BpQPZueFT0%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://www.kingstondaily.ca/news/the-kingston-top-3/robotics-construction-and-culinary-skills-on-display-at-st-lawrence-college-for-ldsb-competition/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">https://www.kingstondaily.ca/news/the-kingston-top-3/robotics-construction-and-culinary-skills-on-display-at-st-lawrence-college-for-ldsb-competition/</a>Our Falcons made us proud at the Limestone Skills Competition On February 26th. In total we sent 18 students to compete in Carpentry, Plumbing, Electrical, Cabinetmaking, Automotive Service and team construction events held at St. Lawrence College. Two of our students brought home gold medals and will have the opportunity to compete at the provincial skills competition in Toronto this spring. Ben McDonough won in Electrical Installations, and Aodhan Woogh-Dunleavy in Plumbing. Winning silver medals were Griffin Elliot in Automotive Service, Alex Bulch in Electrical Installations, and Xavier Lasko in Plumbing. Bronze medalists were Anderson Smith in Cabinetmaking, Meghan Benoit and Zayn Ibn-Ali in Team of 2 Carpentry, and Declan Cowan in Electrical Installations. Congratulations to everyone who competed and represented Frontenac so well!<img src="/images/ec0bb22c-3bf1-41f0-abd9-61f0036e5018" alt="Resized 20260226 152744" width="385" height="513" style="width:385px;height:513px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/2f55f0ec-cdba-4298-bf59-c1cc9554b2ad" alt="IMG 9620" width="384" height="512" style="width:384px;height:512px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/c7169dc7-f36f-4971-a3f7-338e821541bc" alt="20260226 231404728 i OS" width="383" height="287" style="width:383px;height:287px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/a1ceb657-0c20-4118-b05b-c95f7d06ba6f" alt="20260226 154238229 i OS" width="389" height="519" style="width:389px;height:519px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/22c23f5b-d348-464f-860b-29d24f295891" alt="20260226 154116936 i OS" width="398" height="531" style="width:398px;height:531px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/a090e8ff-425a-4957-ab6c-a4eb000c2fe4" alt="20260226 154049108 i OS" width="407" height="543" style="width:407px;height:543px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">SHSM at FSS</h2>This past week at Frontenac, our Specialist High Skills Major Students hosted workshops for elementary schools students. Senior leaders worked with students in our feeder schools to highlight some of the opportunities and activities that a Specialist High Skills Major can open pathway opportunities for. Frontenac is proud to offer four  Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) Sectors :Arts & Culture (good for teachers, graphic designers, architects etc.)Business - only school in board to offer this sector (retail and marketing careers)Construction - (trade related and apprenticeship programs)Health & Wellness (health care or fitness careers)All of these programs offer expanded opportunities for students in that specific sector. For example,  First Aid /CPR certification, Health & Safety certification, Elective workshops, Experiential Learning through Co-operative Education placements, and Reach Ahead activities that all provide training, skills and experiences for the next step after high school. Experiences can be programed for all pathways including Workplace, College or University. If interested in SHSM programming, students should check in with their guidance counselors to ensure that all requirements can be planned to successfully complete the program.<img src="/images/d5c659ec-7fd8-41e8-86a8-c52b6428045f" alt="SHSM11" width="496" height="373" style="width:496px;height:373px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/2bb1089b-bcd4-4047-9c92-723a86863a49" alt="SHSM2" width="497" height="374" style="width:497px;height:374px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/1fa31ff5-4218-4bdd-8f09-642ac973bf75" alt="ad280d01 5140 40f5 a854 b418cfbc4c87" width="547" height="411" style="width:547px;height:411px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/a8896baa-c7c9-4154-b95d-4d157bcd0d3a" alt="8b6be55d c600 4c75 996b 66a3a047ec1d" width="397" height="528" style="width:397px;height:528px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/13327a2f-6681-4f7c-a8e0-2ef459745709" alt="a17a4f5c cb9f 4a95 a749 665ee06f8d2c" width="552" height="415" style="width:552px;height:415px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">FSS Parking</h2>There have been a number of parking issues that have come to our attention recently. Students are asked to not park in spots reserved for staff. These spaces are indicated by two signs on either side of the main entrance to the school. We have lost several parking spaces at the school due to the volume of snow this winter, particularly at the very northeast portion of the Frontenac parking lot. We have noted that some students and visitors are parking at the northeast corner of the building (near the gym entrance) in non-designated parking areas. This is creating a "pinch point" for other vehicles and makes it impossible for busses to get through this area when they arrive near the end of the day. We are asking everyone to not park here and are encouraging people to use the spaces at the back of the school, including the outdoor basketball court. By using these spaces, this should solve the majority of problems. At peak times (morning drop off, lunch and at the end of the school day), we encourage all families, staff and students to be cautious and patient.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">FSS School to Community</h2>Each year, the Frontenac School to Community class organizes the Acts of Kindness initiative around Valentines day. Students and staff are asked to share a kind message on paper hearts about an individual or a group of students that demonstrate kindness through everyday or extraordinary interactions at FSS. At the end of the AoK campaign, the collective acts are shared in the main foyer at FSS for all to see how doing small acts of kindness can make a powerful impact on the community overall. As well last week, our student athletes, along with their PALs competed in a Bocce ball tournament against other schools in the Kingston area. Values of fair play and sportsmanship were always on display by our Falcons.<img src="/images/c6ae3527-28bd-4dbe-a755-85b016d3b224" alt="9da35558 7004 4b15 baca ebdf51b455d8 (1)" width="551" height="414" style="width:551px;height:414px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/50094df4-884d-4e4c-a796-1ef755fad54e" alt="Boccee" width="561" height="421" style="width:561px;height:421px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">FSS Math</h2>On February 26th, 110 of our math-minded students took part in the University of Waterloo's prestigious math contests: the Pascal, Cayley, and Fermat. These contests, organized by the University, challenge students to think critically, solve complex problems, and apply their mathematical reasoning skills in creative ways. We are incredibly proud of the enthusiasm and dedication our students showed in representing our school. Participating in the Pascal (Grade 9), Cayley (Grade 10), and Fermat (Grade 11) contests is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate a love of mathematics and to stretch the learning beyond the classroom.Well done to all who took on the challenge!<img src="/images/18dbdd57-8d95-4acc-bb66-bbab26dc2ce2" alt="5ae43dae f683 4461 8290 57c2aeb9a02f" width="444" height="334" style="width:444px;height:334px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/d6ba177d-5999-4316-b835-b1dadd96efb4" alt="362acdc3 cb6b 4d55 8962 53f6ab81360d" width="442" height="332" style="width:442px;height:332px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">FSS to Costa Rica-Spaces still Available!</h2><img src="/images/358d274b-48bc-4867-801b-358e81a980ed" alt="Costa Rica QR Code" width="278" height="285" style="boxSizing:border-box;borderStyle:none;height:285px;maxWidth:100%;objectFit:cover;display:inline-block;marginBottom:0.5rem;float:right;marginLeft:1.25rem;width:278px">FSS is going to Costa Rica at the 2027 March break – and we would love it if you would like to join us! Bruce Patry, Charles Macdonald, and Keli Kasper have more information about the trip and welcome any inquiries you have. In addition to cultural explorations; volcano watching, rainforest hiking and zip lining, kayaking, swimming and horseback riding are on the itinerary. Click the QR code to find out more information! <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"> </h2> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"> </h2> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"> </h2> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"> </h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Host and International Student</h2>Hosting an international student is a meaningful way to bring the world into your home while making a real difference in a young person’s life. Limestone homestay families are carefully matched with students, supported by dedicated Limestone staff, and guided throughout the placement so families are never on their own. Hosting offers cultural exchange, meaningful relationships, and a monthly stipend.  Learn more about how hosting works, the supports in place, and why many local families choose to open their homes by visiting: <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Finternationaled.limestone.on.ca%2Fbecome_a_homestay&data=05%7C02%7Cmckennam%40limestone.on.ca%7C68279d6069d443b4035908de7a06c8a4%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639082366777442987%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=kZJlcFOIgX8rgVMfJNgqIyvaro6XndKZXkP%2F3uL7JhE%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://internationaled.limestone.on.ca/become_a_homestay. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">https://internationaled.limestone.on.ca/become_a_homestay</a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Braiding Sweetgrass for Young Adults</h2><img src="/images/777868a7-606e-4a3d-9baa-0b5fa6201cdf" alt="2026 02 12 Monique Gray Smith Facebook Instagram" width="526" height="526" style="width:526px;height:526px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Rotary Youth Development Opportunities</h2>We are pleased to share the details of 2 outstanding Rotary youth development opportunities for students now accepting applications.  Both of these experiences are open to high school students who will be sponsored by the Rotary Club of Kingston-Frontenac and there is no cost for participants. Interested students should apply by March 13, 2026 by contacting:Don PolkRotary Club of Kingston-Frontenacpolkdj@hotmail.comRYLA - Rotary Youth Leadership Academy Date: May 22-24, 2026Location:  RKY Camp, Eagle Lake, Parham, ONRotary Youth Leadership Academy (RYLA) is an intensive leadership experience organized by Rotary clubs and districts around the world. It is entirely volunteer-run with many organizers and counselors being past RYLA delegates themselves. Participants (aged 15-17 years old) attend RYLA with the financial support of a local Rotary club who provide youth with a chance to participate in this once in a lifetime experience. Youth are selected based on the demonstration of leadership potential and a desire to be of service to their local and global communities.For more information, please see visit: <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rotary7040.com%2Fpage%2Fryla&data=05%7C02%7Cmorrispocob%40limestone.on.ca%7C3b76a760f9494cf971d008de67f4084d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639062495145821211%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=9ttbZh4A9jY6lCkJXhq0mjWOf8zmuQ9IGpDzIsLkckQ%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://www.rotary7040.com/page/ryla. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">RYLA | District 7040</a>Adventure in Indigenous UnderstandingDate:  August 30 - September 4, 2026Location:  Trent-Severn Waterway, PeterboroughThe "Adventure in Understanding" program is an annual 6-day (5-night) cultural canoe experience for youth ages 16-18 years old.  It is a co-ed canoe voyage along the Trent-Severn Waterway from the Canadian Canoe Museum waterfront in Peterborough to Curve Lake First Nation.  No prior camping or canoeing experience is necessary.The program was developed by the Rotary Club of Peterborough Kawartha with the assistance of the Curve Lake First Nation Youth Committee and is offered with the co-operation of Camp Kawartha and the Canadian Canoe Museum.Application forms and further information are available <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpkaiu.com%2Fapplication-forms-and-documentation%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cmorrispocob%40limestone.on.ca%7C3b76a760f9494cf971d008de67f4084d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639062495145850803%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=x08%2BCum4Q2IvXP5yaACk9wkN2h9%2Ft7ICRoRfU2GSheI%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://pkaiu.com/application-forms-and-documentation/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">here</a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Southeast Health Unit</h2><img src="/images/e3981390-a01d-4952-a254-fdc1f52f0dd6" alt="2026 02 05 Healthy Relationship with Food Body Newsletter Insert Secondary" width="539" height="673" style="width:539px;height:673px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Upcoming Events at FSS: </h2>March 6: Friday Evening Performance Treasure Island; A New Adventure 7:00 pmMarch 7: Final Performance: Treasure Island; A New Adventure 1:30 pmMarch 11: Parent/Teacher bookings open at 11:00 amMarch 16-20: March BreakMarch 26: Parent/Teacher Night at FSS, 6:00-8:00 pmIsland; A New Adventure 1:30 pmMarch 27: Frontenac School Dance, 7:00-10:00 pmMarch 31: Euclid Math Contest, 8:15 amApril 1: Coffee House at FSS, 7:00pm

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February 20

Semester two is well underway, and Frontenac Secondary School is buzzing with activity. Highlights of this month have included our Black History Month event in the library , where students enjoyed a variety of delicious home made foods, and enjoyed hearing the story from Queen's University Equity Ambassador Bisola Olaseni and our Grade 9 Healthy Relationships Workshops, where various community partners and members of the FSS Ophelia group discussed Relationships: the good, the bad and the ugly with our grade 9 students. We are also having a number of our winter sports teams wrap up KASSAA and EOSSAA competition with some of our student athletes preparing for all Ontario championships. Next week brings March, and the highly anticipated FSS play Treasure Island.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Black History Month</h2><img src="/images/fe8beaaa-2fa7-436c-8a0b-c78c32be9c85" alt="BHM3" width="271" height="361" style="width:271px;height:361px;display:inline-block;float:left"><img src="/images/b9db6111-4cac-4335-84f1-0bed2c72d2fb" alt="BHM2" width="399" height="300" style="width:399px;height:300px;display:inline-block">On Wednesday, February 11, 2026, Frontenac Secondary’s Multicultural Team hosted a Black History Month celebration during lunch period. The event included food from different Black cultural groups such as Nigerian and Jamaican, music by African artists, some multicultural trivia from the FSS Trivia Team, and a guest speaker. It was a great event to socialize with peers. Among the events, the MCT also invited Bisola Olaseni, Lead Equity and Ambassador from Queen’s Health Sciences Outreach & Summer Program. She came in as an African-Canadian speaker, who came to Canada as a young child. She described her life in Canada so far, and gave some inspiring words about discovering one’s place in their community and motivating students to find their passions and be ambitious in life. Olaseni said, “Coming to FSS felt like a full-circle moment, an opportunity to give back, to inspire, and to remind students that their stories, identities, and ambitions are valid and powerful.”The celebration had a major focus on spreading diversity as well as appreciation of African and black culture around the school. It was meant to be an informative event, but also a display of the creations of African peoples. The event was a success. A lot of students attended the celebration, and conclusively were able to learn more about black culture and discuss among their peers. Vrain Rikhi, founder of the MCT, expressed: “When I saw so many students come in, I mean there weren’t even enough seats, it really made me happy because it made our message more widespread.”Everyone on the MCT worked hard to create such an event. In particular, Gabi Macfarlane was one of the students who created the playlist for the event, which played over the course of the day. The music was a mix of many different African artists, and gave the students examples of different kinds of music created by black artists.Macfarlane hopes that moving forward, more people will join the multicultural team. Not just people of colour, but people of many other different cultures, so everyone can work together and celebrate their own cultures, no matter what those may be. As a whole, the Multicultural Team wants to really leave a mark on Frontenac, to gather people that will keep the team going in future years, and to create a lasting change in the community that will create a welcome space for everyone.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Student Services</h2>Although students are just settling in to their semester 2 classes, the course request period for the 2026-27 school year is soon coming to a close! This process is an important one for students as they continue their post-secondary planning. It is critical that students choose carefully as we build our Timetable based on students' requests.Students and families are asked to review the email sent out by Ms. Lackey on February 8th or visit our <a href="https://frontenacss.limestone.on.ca/httpsfrontenacsslimestoneoncacourse_selection_2026_2027" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">website </a>for important details and instructions. All course requests need to be completed and submitted in myBlueprint by Friday, February 27th. 'Course Selection Sign Off Sheets' are to be printed, signed, and returned to homeroom teachers as soon as possible. Please note that Guidance Counsellors will continue to meet with students individually throughout the month of March and can make any changes necessary at that time. As always, if you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to book an appointment or reach out to your <a href="https://frontenacss.limestone.on.ca/student_services" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Guidance Counsellor</a>. We're here to help! <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">FSS School Council</h2>The next school council meeting will be Thursday, February 26th. The meeting will begin at 6:30 pm in the library. All are welcome to attend.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">FSS Arts</h2><img src="/images/54f71900-afc9-4d34-9628-328065942143" alt="Tresure Island Poster" width="313" height="418" style="boxSizing:border-box;borderStyle:none;height:418px;maxWidth:100%;objectFit:cover;display:inline-block;marginBottom:0.5rem;float:left;marginRight:1.25rem;width:313px">Tickets are now available on School Day or can be purchased by community members by reserving your tickets by emailing Tremblaycharlie@Limestone.on.ca. Please indicate the number of tickets that are needed and if you would like the VIP premium seating. Thank you for your support of FSS arts.Last Opportunity to Sponsor Treasure Island - A New AdventureDo you run a local business or community organization? Would you like your advertisement to reach hundreds of people in the Frontenac community, and support the FSS Performing Arts Department at the same time?We are selling advertising space in our program for Treasure Island and can accept new sponsors until Friday, February 27. Treasure Island will be performed to FSS students, feeder schools, and the Kingston community on March 5, 6, and 7. This is a high impact way to promote your business and to support this talented group of students in the Arts at Frontenac.We can include an existing advertisement, a business card, or even design a new ad according to your specifications to include in our programs.  You can also purchase a “Break A Leg” ad that includes a message of good wishes for the cast and crew!A full page advertisement is $100, half pages are $50, and a quarter page (business card size) is $25. Reach out to a Treasure Island cast or crew member, or Emily Cavers (caverse@limestone.on.ca) for more information. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">News from Acadie </h2><img src="/images/fb043548-1650-4eca-9523-d2afc75de015" alt="Acadie Open House 2026" width="296" height="445" style="boxSizing:border-box;borderStyle:none;height:445px;maxWidth:100%;objectFit:cover;display:inline-block;marginBottom:0.5rem;float:left;marginRight:1.25rem;width:296px">To all friends and family of Frontenac that Acadie will be hosting an open house on Wednesday February 25th to showcase all that Acadie has to offer. This is a great opportunity for current and prospective members of the Acadie/Frontenac community learn about the instructional programming that is available, plus all the extra curricular activities offered that enhance the student experience.In addition to the open house in February, Acadie will be hosting a book sale in March to raise funds for the Red Maple Forest of Reading trip to Toronto in May. If you are clearing out books that are appropriate for middle school students, we would happily accept them. Please send any donations to the Acadie or Frontenac Office. Thank you for your support of the school trip in May and to share the love of reading!<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">FSS School Council</h2>Our next school council meeting for Frontenac will be held Thursday, February 26th. The meeting begins at 6:30 pm in the library and all are welcome to attend.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">FSS Athletics</h2>We are very fortunate to have a well supported athletics program at Frontenac Secondary School. The winter sports season is the second and most complicated one to navigate with the winter holidays and exams creating natural breaks in the schedules. A further complication this year were the numerous snow days that caused the cancellation and postponement of KASSAA games and exhibition events. There are eleven KASSAA sports offered at Frontenac during the winter season. This year we had 229 student athletes and 34 staff and community coaches and managers. Of course to make an athletic schedule run smoothly schools need: minor officials, scorers, photographers, timers, drivers and Ms. Pixley to help facilitate it all.<img src="/images/fc0720a8-cb2c-4e6e-91e1-5df874171e8b" alt="swim" width="417" height="313" style="width:417px;height:313px;display:inline-block;float:left">The Frontenac swim team is OFSAA bound. Nine athletes punched their own ticket beating OFSAA times or coming first in their event, as well as five of our seven relay teams that placed first in their division. New this year is the mixed relay where Frontenac took first place swimming under 2 mins. Special shout out to our junior girls, junior boys and senior boys relay teams who came first in both of their relays. Good luck at OFSAA in Windsor at the start of March.<img src="/images/6ed85f38-dd63-4177-8b59-5b89346d6979" alt="ski" width="420" height="315" style="width:420px;height:315px;display:inline-block;float:left">Congratulations to our Alpine Snowboard athletes on an incredible performance at EOSSAA! Jenna Martin won the gold medal with her outstanding performance in the individual girls’ race. The boys' team, consisting of Caelan Fraser, Tyson Hopkins, Presley Moore, and Duncan Skinner, won first place as well. They will all continue on to represent Frontenac in the OFSAA Alpine Championship at Blue Mountain.  <img src="/images/7f8382c6-fe7a-44ce-b394-6389bb99d6ac" alt="wrestle" width="409" height="307" style="width:409px;height:307px;display:inline-block">Nine of our wrestlers are headed to OFSAA! The Falcons took home an EOSSAA silver medal in the team event, missing gold by one spot! Jenna Gallivan advanced winning her final match 10-0 and Jenna Martin held her own against the top female wrestler in the Province. Way to go team!<img src="/images/6e396a8c-a291-4079-9e1f-90eca3441c67" alt="girls wrestle" width="436" height="245" style="width:436px;height:245px;display:inline-block">Earlier this week our boys hockey team, junior girls volleyball and junior and senior basketball teams were eliminated from playoff competition. Senior girls volleyball will be playing in an OFSAA qualifying tournament on Tuesday, February 24th. Curling is still practicing strong with high hopes leading into their OFSAA tournament in Thunder Bay in a couple of weeks, while our girls ice hockey team takes on HC on Monday, February 23rd at Invista (Desjardins) in the semi finals.  Let's go Falcons!<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">FSS Social Sciences</h2><img src="/images/73d1b2f7-3e6d-422a-a639-0a60cf25a000" alt="History Pic" width="492" height="216" style="width:492px;height:216px;display:inline-block;float:left">This past week, our history classes were able to learn and handle various artifacts provided by the Canadian Museum of History. These hands on experiences help to deepen the understanding of the curriculum and to learn what life was like decades ago.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">FSS Parking</h2>There have been a number of parking issues that have come to our attention recently. Students are asked to not park in spots reserved for staff. These spaces are indicated by two signs on either side of the main entrance to the school. We have lost several parking spaces at the school due to the volume of snow this winter, particularly at the very northeast portion of the Frontenac parking lot. We have noted that some students and visitors are parking at the northeast corner of the building (near the gym entrance) in non-designated parking areas. This is creating a "pinch point" for other vehicles and makes it impossible for busses to get through this area when they arrive near the end of the day. We are asking everyone to not park here and are encouraging people to use the spaces at the back of the school, including the outdoor basketball court. By using these spaces, this should solve the majority of problems. At peak times (morning drop off, lunch and at the end of the school day), we encourage all families, staff and students to be cautious and patient.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">FSS Library</h2><img src="/images/d1670541-9f27-4318-acab-6a35e14df7aa" alt="istockphoto 511523429 612x612" width="338" height="318" style="boxSizing:border-box;borderStyle:none;height:318px;maxWidth:100%;objectFit:cover;display:inline-block;marginBottom:0.5rem;float:left;marginRight:1.25rem;width:338px">Thank you to all students and families that returned semester one textbooks. We are still missing a few, please send them back in if found at home.A reminder for new students and ones that have not signed out a laptop in grades 9-11 that they can receive a loaned laptop for school use. To access a device, a Fair Notice form must be signed and returned by a parent/guardian. Please see Ms Purbhoo in the library or Mr McKenna in the main office. As well, for students that require a laptop repair, both the laptop and charging cord need to be submitted in order for a replacement device to be given.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">FSS to Costa Rica-Spaces still Available!</h2><img src="/images/358d274b-48bc-4867-801b-358e81a980ed" alt="Costa Rica QR Code" width="278" height="285" style="boxSizing:border-box;borderStyle:none;height:285px;maxWidth:100%;objectFit:cover;display:inline-block;marginBottom:0.5rem;float:right;marginLeft:1.25rem;width:278px">FSS is going to Costa Rica at the 2027 March break – and we would love it if you would like to join us! Bruce Patry, Charles Macdonald, Keli Kasper and Aaron Kenney have more information about the trip and welcome any inquiries you have. In addition to cultural explorations; volcano watching, rainforest hiking and zip lining, kayaking, swimming and horseback riding are on the itinerary. Click the QR code to find out more information! <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"> </h2> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Black Hair Workshop and Panel of Excellence</h2><img src="/images/db85110b-ff5f-4fb9-85ec-17d45487c8c5" alt="Black Hair Workshop and Black Panel of Excellence" width="308" height="400" style="width:308px;height:400px;display:inline-block;float:left">On Thursday, February 26th the Limestone District School Board Black Student Association will host a Black History Month Textured Hair Workshop and Black Panel of Excellence from 9:00 a.m. – 1:45 pm for Black identifying students in grades 7-12 at St. Lawrence College (SLC). Space is limited and transportation assistance is available. To register please complete the following <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.office.com%2Fr%2FfzXTxuHsvk&data=05%7C02%7Cmorrispocob%40limestone.on.ca%7C5bd396689bae425fa09e08de6f65d5fe%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639070680686216258%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=cNb9Tj5SJAbgNzIF5LVUA8CKfsBfUTRBUJyy80HtXSA%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://forms.office.com/r/fzXTxuHsvk. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">registration form</a> by Feb. 23. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Summer 2026 Travel for Credit: </h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Grade 10 Civics and Careers in the Canadian Maritimes</h2>The Limestone District School Board is excited to share that we have partnered with EF Tours Travel for Credit program again this summer. Students currently in Grade 8 or Grade 9 can earn their Civics and Careers credits this summer by participating in three weeks of virtual (asynchronous) learning plus one week of travel with EF Tours with stops in Halifax, Moncton, and Charlottetown.  Key Dates:   Summer School Dates: Monday, June 29 to Friday, July 24, 2026  Travel Dates: Wednesday, July 8 to Tuesday, July 14, 2026 Visit the <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eftours.ca%2Ftour-website%2F3029510AX&data=05%7C02%7Cmckennam%40limestone.on.ca%7Cc87298d7014a4f75da5f08de6efef8a9%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639070238572720950%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=yzGZ6NN%2FnyiLvMsYcfBXpaqzd6dYdTXUaFd4wjP22Mo%3D&reserved=0" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://www.eftours.ca/tour-website/3029510AX. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">Canadian Maritimes Trip website</a> for additional information, or <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frsvp.eftours.ca%2Fhkdhxy2%3Futm_source%3Dptk_meeting_1%26_gl%3D1*sram2m*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3NzEwMDUwNDYuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1Jb3MzTzVJUFhrZ01WREZuX0FSMnZUUm1fRUFBWUFTQUFFZ0xOUWZEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*OTU0NTk4NzA2LjE3Njg1NzQwMDEuMTkxNzA3OTA4MC4xNzcxMDA1MzQ3LjE3NzEwMDUzNDc.*_ga*MjExMTE0NjU0MS4xNzY4NTc0MDAx*_ga_9JLH500JCE*czE3NzEwMDUzNDkkbzUkZzEkdDE3NzEwMDU2MjckajQkbDAkaDA.&data=05%7C02%7Cmckennam%40limestone.on.ca%7Cc87298d7014a4f75da5f08de6efef8a9%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639070238572772204%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=DHyxJhMrcideta3YIDpo7FKAI1nDuGJ6qjaC0iaq1v0%3D&reserved=0" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://rsvp.eftours.ca/hkdhxy2?utm_source=ptk_meeting_1&_gl=1*sram2m*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3NzEwMDUwNDYuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1Jb3MzTzVJUFhrZ01WREZuX0FSMnZUUm1fRUFBWUFTQUFFZ0xOUWZEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*OTU0NTk4NzA2LjE3Njg1NzQwMDEuMTkxNzA3OTA4MC4xNzcxMDA1MzQ3LjE3NzEwMDUzNDc.*_ga*MjExMTE0NjU0MS4xNzY4NTc0MDAx*_ga_9JLH500JCE*czE3NzEwMDUzNDkkbzUkZzEkdDE3NzEwMDU2MjckajQkbDAkaDA.. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">join us for an upcoming virtual information session</a> to learn more about this exciting opportunity. The session will cover everything you need to know about summer school dates, structure, travel dates, destinations, itineraries, pricing, and more.  Travel for Credit Information Session  Date: Thursday, February 26, 2026  Time 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.  Location: Online Teams Meeting  Families must register online in advance for the Information Session:  <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frsvp.eftours.ca%2Fhkdhxy2%3Futm_source%3Dptk_meeting_1%26_gl%3D1*sram2m*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3NzEwMDUwNDYuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1Jb3MzTzVJUFhrZ01WREZuX0FSMnZUUm1fRUFBWUFTQUFFZ0xOUWZEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*OTU0NTk4NzA2LjE3Njg1NzQwMDEuMTkxNzA3OTA4MC4xNzcxMDA1MzQ3LjE3NzEwMDUzNDc.*_ga*MjExMTE0NjU0MS4xNzY4NTc0MDAx*_ga_9JLH500JCE*czE3NzEwMDUzNDkkbzUkZzEkdDE3NzEwMDU2MjckajQkbDAkaDA.&data=05%7C02%7Cmckennam%40limestone.on.ca%7Cc87298d7014a4f75da5f08de6efef8a9%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639070238572820513%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=KkFDNznjPPEd77bcGki%2FXsl0YHD3xxofz8jkLTCCdEo%3D&reserved=0" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://rsvp.eftours.ca/hkdhxy2?utm_source=ptk_meeting_1&_gl=1*sram2m*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3NzEwMDUwNDYuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1Jb3MzTzVJUFhrZ01WREZuX0FSMnZUUm1fRUFBWUFTQUFFZ0xOUWZEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*OTU0NTk4NzA2LjE3Njg1NzQwMDEuMTkxNzA3OTA4MC4xNzcxMDA1MzQ3LjE3NzEwMDUzNDc.*_ga*MjExMTE0NjU0MS4xNzY4NTc0MDAx*_ga_9JLH500JCE*czE3NzEwMDUzNDkkbzUkZzEkdDE3NzEwMDU2MjckajQkbDAkaDA.. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">Register today!</a> Ask Questions: If you have questions, contact <a href="mailto:%20summer912@limestone.on.ca" title="mailto:%20summer912@limestone.on.ca" class="editor-link">Kate Myers by e-mail.</a>  <img src="/images/fecc7a7d-cf93-48e3-bb66-0fbbdbec68f2" alt="download" width="506" height="506" style="width:506px;height:506px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">LDSB hosts Elly Gotz</h2><img src="/images/75cf16fd-0e51-413e-87e1-d605dcd1c3f7" alt="Image of poster for Elly Gotz" width="335" height="426" style="width:335px;height:426px;display:inline-block">On Monday March 2, from 9:45-11 a.m., Grades 9-12 classes in LDSB are invited to a virtual presentation, “From Dachau and Back to Life,” featuring Holocaust survivor Elly Gotz. His firsthand story supports curriculum learning by deepening understanding of the Holocaust, the impact of discrimination, and the importance of standing up to hate.  Elly Gotz has presented to students in LDSB previously, and we are pleased to welcome him back to Limestone.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Braiding Sweetgrass for Young Adults</h2><img src="/images/777868a7-606e-4a3d-9baa-0b5fa6201cdf" alt="2026 02 12 Monique Gray Smith Facebook Instagram" width="526" height="526" style="width:526px;height:526px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Rotary Youth Development Opportunities</h2>We are pleased to share the details of 2 outstanding Rotary youth development opportunities for students now accepting applications.  Both of these experiences are open to high school students who will be sponsored by the Rotary Club of Kingston-Frontenac and there is no cost for participants. Interested students should apply by March 13, 2026 by contacting:Don PolkRotary Club of Kingston-Frontenacpolkdj@hotmail.comRYLA - Rotary Youth Leadership Academy Date: May 22-24, 2026Location:  RKY Camp, Eagle Lake, Parham, ONRotary Youth Leadership Academy (RYLA) is an intensive leadership experience organized by Rotary clubs and districts around the world. It is entirely volunteer-run with many organizers and counselors being past RYLA delegates themselves. Participants (aged 15-17 years old) attend RYLA with the financial support of a local Rotary club who provide youth with a chance to participate in this once in a lifetime experience. Youth are selected based on the demonstration of leadership potential and a desire to be of service to their local and global communities.For more information, please see visit: <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rotary7040.com%2Fpage%2Fryla&data=05%7C02%7Cmorrispocob%40limestone.on.ca%7C3b76a760f9494cf971d008de67f4084d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639062495145821211%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=9ttbZh4A9jY6lCkJXhq0mjWOf8zmuQ9IGpDzIsLkckQ%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://www.rotary7040.com/page/ryla. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">RYLA | District 7040</a>Adventure in Indigenous UnderstandingDate:  August 30 - September 4, 2026Location:  Trent-Severn Waterway, PeterboroughThe "Adventure in Understanding" program is an annual 6-day (5-night) cultural canoe experience for youth ages 16-18 years old.  It is a co-ed canoe voyage along the Trent-Severn Waterway from the Canadian Canoe Museum waterfront in Peterborough to Curve Lake First Nation.  No prior camping or canoeing experience is necessary.The program was developed by the Rotary Club of Peterborough Kawartha with the assistance of the Curve Lake First Nation Youth Committee and is offered with the co-operation of Camp Kawartha and the Canadian Canoe Museum.Application forms and further information are available <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpkaiu.com%2Fapplication-forms-and-documentation%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cmorrispocob%40limestone.on.ca%7C3b76a760f9494cf971d008de67f4084d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639062495145850803%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=x08%2BCum4Q2IvXP5yaACk9wkN2h9%2Ft7ICRoRfU2GSheI%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://pkaiu.com/application-forms-and-documentation/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">here</a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Southeast Health Unit</h2>We are sharing this website as a go-to site for information and resources around screens, media, and school age children and youth - <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fhealthyscreenuse.cps.ca%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cmckennam%40limestone.on.ca%7C7f371d9742244434f1af08de6a49001d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639065058999641560%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=7RL7819VukW3BIU%2B4zvUeZHZIwvWKwlgoMgl2enkJ9w%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://healthyscreenuse.cps.ca/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">Centre for Healthy Screen Use at the Canadian Pediatric Society.</a> We want to bring your attention to a podcast featuring Dr. Tracy Vaillancourt, Canada Research Chair in Youth Mental Health and Violence Prevention.  You can access the podcast on the main page of the website: <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fshare.transistor.fm%2Fs%2F18b99f9f&data=05%7C02%7Cmckennam%40limestone.on.ca%7C7f371d9742244434f1af08de6a49001d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639065058999683384%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=9FZxsyg68CLydVp4Urddt8s%2FiIOQc%2ByapUxCtPRsMrU%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://share.transistor.fm/s/18b99f9f. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">Healthy Teens Podcast: new episode on the impacts of cyberbullying.</a> This 30-minute podcast covers more than cyberbullying, speaks to the power of bystanders, and offers advice to families who learn that their student is being bullied or is bullying.  This might be a good podcast to share with staff and families.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Upcoming Events at FSS: </h2>February 25: Math Contests at FSS February 25-26: Limestone Skills CompetitionFebruary 27: Course Requests for 2026-27 DueMarch 5: FSS Blitz Day March 5-7: FSS Presents: Treasure Island; A New AdventureMarch 11: Parent/Teacher Night bookings open, 11:00 amMarch 16-20: March BreakMarch 25: Coffee House at FSS, 7:00pmMarch 26: Parent/Teacher Night at FSS, 6:00-8:00 pm

2026-02-20 22:49:02.705 +0000 UTC

Feb 6 Newsletter

<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">February 6th Newsletter</h2>We want to thank all students, families and staff for navigating a difficult end to semester one. Losing instructional time is never ideal especially with January receiving an unprecedented number of bus cancellations that impacted EQAO testing, culminating activities and exams. With the first week of semester two completed, we hope that more predictable routines have been established. Most timetable changes should be completed by now, if not, students are encouraged to book an appointment with their guidance counselor ASAP. A return to in person activities also means that play practices for Treasure Island have resumed and the ship will be leaving port from the cafeteria and setting sail to the stage in the main gym. The winter sports season has mostly concluded with playoff action to begin next week.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Frontenac Staffing</h2>The changing of semesters always alters the staffing in any high school building. This particular year, Frontenac Secondary School had some significant changes. Diana Truesdell has accepted a vice principal position at Napanee District Secondary School. Duncan Cowan has accepted a vice principal position at Sydenham High School. Shari Ross and Doug Johnston have both accepted a life of retirement and the freedom from teaching and marking math! Their collective contributions to Frontenac Secondary School teaching, leading and coaching have been enormous through their embodiment of what it means to be a Falcon. We will miss their kindness, expertise and values that they have instilled within the thousands of students that they taught. Although sad to see them go, we wish them well as they move on to the next chapter in their lives.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Student Services</h2>Our Student Services team has been busy this week working to get students settled into their semester 2 classes. Please check in with your student about their timetable to ensure you are all on the same page about the courses they are taking this semester. If your student is still in need of a timetable change, they should book an appointment with their Guidance Counsellor ASAP using this <a href="https://outlook.office.com/book/FSSStudentServices@limestoneschools.onmicrosoft.com/?ismsaljsauthenabled" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">link</a>. Here is the outline of our team members who will be supporting your students this semester: <blockquote class="editor-quote" style="text-align: start;"><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 74.28px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Grade </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 159.17px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Administrator</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 116.54px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Guidance Counsellor</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 124.53px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Learning Program Support (IEP's)</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 74.81px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Student Success</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 74.28px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">9's</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 159.17px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Mark McKenna</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 116.54px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Aaron Kenney</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 124.53px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Kelly Gregory</td><td rowspan="5" class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 74.81px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Sarah Depew</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 74.28px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">10's</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 159.17px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Bonney Morris-Pocock</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 116.54px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Dale Bennett</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 124.53px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Kelly Gregory</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 74.28px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">11's</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 159.17px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Mark McKenna</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 116.54px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Marie Dempster</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 124.53px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Jen McCluskey</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 74.28px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">12's</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 159.17px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Bonney Morris-Pocock</td><td rowspan="2" class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 116.54px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Krista Lackey</td><td rowspan="2" class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 124.53px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Jen McCluskey</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 74.28px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Returners</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 159.17px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Mark McKenna</td></tr></tbody></table></blockquote>Should you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate the reach out. Here are another couple important messages from our team: Google Classrooms: We highly encourage all our students and parents/guardians to join our grade specific Google Classrooms. That's where we will post information regarding volunteer opportunities, course selections, post-secondary planning, Graduation, etc. Here are the links to join: Grade 9: <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fclassroom.google.com%2Fc%2FNzgyNzAyNTk2NTQ3%3Fcjc%3Dro6txlsw&data=05%7C02%7Cmckennam%40limestone.on.ca%7C5bc4877402564421e78008ddf1eb9356%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638932716307476229%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=az80xg4q7yZXLi7UVCXiBuI4JMUgmgnIzCp2HWmvH6U%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://classroom.google.com/c/NzgyNzAyNTk2NTQ3?cjc=ro6txlsw. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">https://classroom.google.com/c/NzgyNzAyNTk2NTQ3?cjc=ro6txlsw</a>Grade 10: <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fclassroom.google.com%2Fc%2FNzE2MDcwOTM1OTU5%3Fcjc%3Dpszlqqk&data=05%7C02%7Cmckennam%40limestone.on.ca%7C5bc4877402564421e78008ddf1eb9356%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638932716307489925%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=WvLPYwViOx1d4wkhw1iik5yaKyYq%2B1EEt8vRLxnErXw%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://classroom.google.com/c/NzE2MDcwOTM1OTU5?cjc=pszlqqk. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">https://classroom.google.com/c/NzE2MDcwOTM1OTU5?cjc=pszlqqk</a>Grade 11: <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fclassroom.google.com%2Fc%2FNzM2MTA0ODgyMDA3%3Fcjc%3Dtx7skex&data=05%7C02%7Cmckennam%40limestone.on.ca%7C5bc4877402564421e78008ddf1eb9356%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638932716307503719%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=OA963O2oQX01oI%2BCenpZ%2B7k%2F1sXm%2FxbsnGZZs1QHV%2BI%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://classroom.google.com/c/NzM2MTA0ODgyMDA3?cjc=tx7skex. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">https://classroom.google.com/c/NzM2MTA0ODgyMDA3?cjc=tx7skex</a>Grade 12 & Returners: <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fclassroom.google.com%2Fc%2FNzE1ODI1NjAzNzAy%3Fcjc%3Ds4kifs7&data=05%7C02%7Cmckennam%40limestone.on.ca%7C5bc4877402564421e78008ddf1eb9356%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638932716307517113%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=crOQMTePJQ76M6Q24HfQmFIJShjM8uDPETlmDfbMO28%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://classroom.google.com/c/NzE1ODI1NjAzNzAy?cjc=s4kifs7. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">https://classroom.google.com/c/NzE1ODI1NjAzNzAy?cjc=s4kifs7</a>Report Cards for semester one will be distributed at the end of the day on Friday, February 13th. Final marks will also be available in Aspen on Friday, February 13th.The Course Request period for the 2026-2027 school year begins on Monday! Stay tuned for an email from our Student Services team with all the details. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/54f71900-afc9-4d34-9628-328065942143" alt="Tresure Island Poster" width="251" height="335" style="width:251px;height:335px;display:inline-block;float:left">FSS Arts</h2>Tickets are now available on School Day or can be purchased by community members by reserving your tickets by emailing Tremblaycharlie@Limestone.on.ca. Please indicate the number of tickets that are needed and if you would like the VIP premium seating. Thank you for your support of FSS arts. <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">FSS Athletics</h2>Our Falcons have been busy practicing, playing, and putting in the time on and off the court, ice, and in the pool this winter season. All our teams are gearing up for playoffs with hopes of competing in KASSAA and EOSSAA championships this month. Please check the website kassaa.ca for dates, times, and locations. Let's go Falcons! <img src="/images/7b895d27-b69b-486e-8ba0-eeee2a1281ef" alt="vball" width="175" height="383" style="width:175px;height:383px;display:inline-block;float:left">Upcoming Key Dates in AthleticsFeb 5/6th- Curling KASSAAFeb 6th - Novice Wrestling Meet at FSSFeb 10th- EOSSAA SWIMMINGFeb 10th - Volleyball & Basketball playoffs startFeb 17th- Girl's hockey playoffs startFeb 19th - Boys hockey playoffs start Feb 24th- Sr girls AAA play in tournament ***Please note that these days might change in the event of bus cancellations. Please check kassaa.ca for schedule updates***<img src="/images/27449705-0454-427d-8742-20081f9a2547" alt="IMG 5848" width="341" height="341" style="width:341px;height:341px;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/1eea005c-f700-484c-b627-05c33ba81c20" alt="IMG 5847" width="216" height="335" style="width:216px;height:335px;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/17ee407d-c7dc-497c-b5e1-2415083d28f5" alt="IMG 5849" width="318" height="171" style="width:318px;height:171px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/9f4d9041-46ab-4631-8e8e-b7ebff6f0672" alt="IMG 8450" width="387" height="179" style="width:387px;height:179px;display:inline-block;float:left"><img src="/images/fe3c4f61-ab0c-43ca-9837-47209432b4a8" alt="IMG 5850" width="165" height="180" style="width:165px;height:180px;display:inline-block">On February 5th and 6th , 4 teams competed in the KASSAA Curling Championship. After a tough first day of competition, 3 FSS teams moved on to day 2 of the double elimination playoffs. Team DaCosta (Ella Rowsome, Grace Berry, Lexi Wowk, Addy Winterstein and Leah DaCosta) headed into finals undefeated and came out victorious against KSS. They now move on to EOSSAA in Brockville, Feb 24th and 25th and hope to return to OFSAA for a second year later in March. Coaches would like to thank all players for a great season!<img src="/images/c50b7593-9fe7-4cb8-be14-26730c84368d" alt="IMG 3249" width="299" height="399" style="width:299px;height:399px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">News from Acadie </h2><img src="/images/fb043548-1650-4eca-9523-d2afc75de015" alt="Acadie Open House 2026" width="296" height="445" style="boxSizing:border-box;borderStyle:none;height:445px;maxWidth:100%;objectFit:cover;display:inline-block;width:296px;float:left">To all friends and family of Frontenac that Acadie will be hosting an open house on Wednesday February 25th to showcase all that Acadie has to offer. This is a great opportunity for current and prospective members of the Acadie/Frontenac community learn about the instructional programming that is available, plus all the extra curricular activities offered that enhance the student experience. In addition to the open house in February, Acadie will be hosting a book sale in March to raise funds for the Red Maple Forest of Reading trip to Toronto in May. If you are clearing out books that are appropriate for middle school students, we would happily accept them. Please send any donations to the Acadie or Frontenac Office. Thank you for your support of the school trip in May and to share the love of reading!<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Ophelia Club</h2>The Ophelia Club is happy to be celebrating Valentine’s Day with all our grade 9 students by hosting a workshop titled, “Relationship Reality: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly”. The focus of the morning is to help students navigate strong relationships, with conversations centering around healthy friendships, consent, protection and support. We will be welcoming speakers from community organizations such as the Public Health, Sexual Assault Centre Kingston, TriHealth Therapy, Kingston Police and others. We will also have two of our Adolescent Care Workers present to facilitate discussions. The event takes place on Friday, February 13 during periods 1 & 2, and chocolate will be provided.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Digital Awareness & Online Extortion</h2><img src="/images/a76926e2-ce16-45ce-96ee-3e4c848dde0d" alt="Selfie Defence" width="213" height="284" style="width:213px;height:284px;display:inline-block;float:left">It was brought to our attention from an FSS family, that one of our students was recently the victim of an attempt at online extortion. In this case, an individual online claimed that they had mutual friends with the student, and specifically stated the name of our school, which helped establish sense of trust and familiarity. They then requested the student move to another online platform (Telegram), where they proceeded to create AI generated photos of the student, engage in threats, and request transfer of money. We wanted to share a general warning to parents and students about this type of scam/online extortion/criminal activity, as we have since learned that this type of activity targeting teens is more common than we knew. We encourage all families to have conversations at home about online safety and security, and in particular to be careful when there are:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Claims of mutual friends</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Referencing the student's school</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Requests to move conversations to other platforms</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Demands for money or personal financial information</li></ul>If any families experience this, we strongly encourage you to file a non-emergency report to Kingston Police and https://cybertip.ca/en/ Canada’s National Tipline for reporting the online sexual exploitation of children. Both of these services provided assistance and recognition for this FSS family. We also want to stress to our students not to handle these types of situations by themselves. Tell a parent, the school, or another trusted person who can help. We hope this story will help raise awareness and appreciate efforts to teach students about online safety at home. We have included a link below to some digital resources to help raise awareness.<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.k-12cyberawareon.ca%2Fcyber-awareness-month-2025%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cmckennam%40limestone.on.ca%7Ca1b2caf7005b45eb52a208de64dc6517%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639059095026617368%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=mw%2BUMiwcW9zQeZVMuTmoES58fFK0O9oiyc0Gq%2FcI6%2FA%3D&reserved=0" title="Original URL: https://www.k-12cyberawareon.ca/cyber-awareness-month-2025/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">https://www.k-12cyberawareon.ca/cyber-awareness-month-2025/</a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">FSS Library</h2> <img src="/images/d1670541-9f27-4318-acab-6a35e14df7aa" alt="istockphoto 511523429 612x612" width="338" height="318" style="width:338px;height:318px;display:inline-block;float:left">We are encouraging all students and families to look around the home and return any textbooks from semester one. We are short a few books for students to begin semester two. Any returns can be made to the library with no financial penalty or guilt attached!For students that are new to the school, grades 9-11 can receive a loaned laptop for school use. To access a device, a Fair Notice form must be signed and returned by a parent/guardian. Please see Ms Purbhoo in the library or Mr McKenna in the main office for steps required to receive a laptop.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">FSS to Costa Rica</h2><img src="/images/358d274b-48bc-4867-801b-358e81a980ed" alt="Costa Rica QR Code" width="278" height="285" style="boxSizing:border-box;borderStyle:none;height:285px;maxWidth:100%;objectFit:cover;display:inline-block;marginBottom:0.5rem;float:right;marginLeft:1.25rem;width:278px">FSS is going to Costa Rica at the 2027 March break – and we would love it if you would like to join us! Bruce Patry, Charles Macdonald, Keli Kasper and Aaron Kenney have more information about the trip and welcome any inquiries you have. In addition to cultural explorations; volcano watching, rainforest hiking and zip lining, kayaking, swimming and horseback riding are on the itinerary. Click the QR code to find out more information! <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;"> </h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Southeast Health Unit</h2><img src="/images/b72eaafa-1c5f-45f5-a97b-f3a59ed8b79b" alt="2026 01 09 Attention Reporting Lifespan KFLA" width="380" height="492" style="width:380px;height:492px;display:inline-block;float:left">Letters and emails were sent home to students that require updates for vaccinations over the past two weeks. The Southeast Health Unit will send Frontenac an updated list on Monday, February 9th and families will be contacted again for a vaccination reminder. Letters of suspension are to be sent by the school in late March or early April. The suspension letters are a directive from Public Health. <img src="/images/69f4873d-567c-4999-8e8a-44f4cc05a150" alt="2026 01 19 Snow Over It Secondary Newsletter Insert" width="366" height="458" style="width:366px;height:458px;display:inline-block"> <h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Upcoming Events at FSS: </h2>February 6th: Semester one exam return dayFebruary 13th: Ophelia Club Healthy Relationships all grade 9sFebruary 13th: Marks can be viewed by students in AspenFebruary 13th: Report cards sent homeFebruary 16th: Family Day

2026-02-06 19:58:49.395 +0000 UTC

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Welcome to Frontenac Secondary School which boasts a long tradition of excellence in the areas of academics, post-secondary and career preparation, athletics, and the arts. Our staff is dedicated to providing students with a well rounded education. There is a special relationship at Frontenac between staff and students that is rooted in mutual respect. This results in a positive, safe and welcoming environment.

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Reminder: Equal Consideration Deadline for SHSM Applications – March 27, 2026

Students and families are reminded that the equal consideration deadline for Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) <a href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Xxb04a7rgk2nPKDeWTgwvh8EISEOpXRHkjVBXD0LbfFUMkhHWDlRS0tBSEdQSjdWT1dBWFpaMEI2Si4u" class="editor-link">program applications</a> is March 27, 2026. While SHSM applications are accepted on a continuous basis, students who apply by this date will be considered first and notified by April 24, 2026.The SHSM is a specialized program for Grades 11 and 12 students that allows them to focus their learning on a specific economic sector while meeting all requirements for an Ontario Secondary School Diploma. The program includes industry-recognized certifications, a two-credit cooperative education placement, and hands-on experiential learning, with successful completion recognized by a red seal on the diploma.The <a href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Xxb04a7rgk2nPKDeWTgwvh8EISEOpXRHkjVBXD0LbfFUMkhHWDlRS0tBSEdQSjdWT1dBWFpaMEI2Si4u" class="editor-link">online application takes approximately four minutes to complete</a>.Learn more about SHSM on the <a href="https://expandedopportunities.limestone.on.ca/" class="editor-link">LDSB Expanded Opportunities website</a>.

2026-03-12 19:47:22.881 +0000 UTC

Message from the Director - March 5, 2026

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

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

Limestone District School Board Welcomes 2026–2027 Student Trustees

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

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

Land Acknowledgement

The Limestone District School Board is situated on the traditional territories of the Anishinaabek and Haudenosaunee. We acknowledge their enduring presence on this land, as well as the presence of Métis, Inuit, and other First Nations from across Turtle Island. We honour their culture and celebrate their commitment to this land.