We continue to be busy and proud of the accomplishments of our students. This past Thursday marked the official midpoint of the first semester with the beginning of term two. Teachers will be tabulating midterm grades which will be sent home Friday, November 21st. Our drama production of Treasure Island is progressing well and is becoming more real with the continued construction of the set. Our student-athletes continue to have success by representing the school with equal parts athletic prowess, competitive spirit and sportsmanship. We are at the time of year where we have a cross over from the wrap of fall sports and the beginning of our winter season. Students are asked to connect with coaches or the Physical Education department to learn more about tryout information.FSS Attendance Policy
Student Services Updates
Grad Photos are taking place at FSS starting on November 11th. Details can be found in the Grade 12 & Returner Google Classroom (Classroom Join Code: s4kifs7). **All graduating students should book an appointment whether they are planning on ordering copies of your photos or not**. Please use the link here to complete your booking. The school code is FSO. Note: You will also need a Student Number in order to book - this can be found on students Grad Summaries or any previous report card.
OSSLT at FSS
On Wednesday, November 19th, and Thursday, November 20th, grade 10 students at Frontenac will be writing the Ontario Literacy Test. Successful completion of The Literacy Test is a graduation requirement in Ontario. Students at Frontenac will be preparing for this test through a series of lessons in their regular classes geared towards reading comprehension and written communication. They will also be provided numerous resources, including access to online classrooms and supports. Information about the test, as well as practices tests and resources can be found at https://www.eqao.com/the-assessments/osslt/. Grade 11 and 12 students who still need to demonstrate their literacy requirement will write the test on Wednesday, November 26th. Stay tuned for further information.
FSS Arts
A big shout out to Parade of Paints for making a large donation of art supplies to assist with this year's production of Treasure Island. Gallons of paint, brushes and other goodies will go along way to making a fantastic set for the production! If you are interesting in supporting the musical Treasure Island, we are still looking for lots of pirate costumes. Please reach out to Charlie Tremblay. tremblaycharlie@limestone.on.ca Look for ticket sales in February and show in March!
FSS Athletics
A big congratulations to both of our girls basketball teams. At St Lawrence College on Tuesday, November 4th, the junior girls’ basketball team squared off against their west end rivals against Holy Cross. The girls competed extremely hard and repeated as KASSAA champions capping off an undefeated junior girl’s season. The senior contest also saw Frontenac playing Holy Cross. The girls got off to a quick start and jumped out early to a 12-0 lead. This allowed the squad to play from the front for the vast majority of the contest. At the end their full court defensive pressure in the fourth helped. Clearly a group that was energetic and consistent with their effort the entire evening. The teams would like to thank all the FSS fans for their support at the finals and throughout the season. Also, a special shoutout to the Frontenac cheer squad for their energy and enthusiasm. The Falcons are the best!
Math Tutoring and Support
Need some extra support in math? Every Monday evening from 7:00–8:00 pm in Room 118, our FSS math teachers run a Math Tutorial to help students strengthen their skills, review concepts, and prepare for upcoming assessments. This drop-in program is open to all grade levels and provides a supportive environment for students to ask questions and build confidence.
FSS Trivia
FSS Business Department
Our Senior Business and SHSM Business students spent the day at the Canadian Tire Centre, home of the Ottawa Senators! They heard from the leaders in sports management and marketing, learning how the team connects with fans and builds its brand. It was a fun and inspiring trip that showed how business plays a big role in the world of sports.
Specialist High Skills Major in Business Now Offered at Frontenac Secondary School
We’re proud to offer the Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) in Business at Frontenac Secondary School—an exciting opportunity for students to gain real-world experience, develop sector-specific skills, and explore career pathways in business. If your child is interested in learning more about this exceptional program, they are encouraged to speak with Ms. McCormick in the Business Office.
The Waterloo Financial Literacy Competition will be held in early December this year. It is a great opportunity to learn about a diverse range of financial literacy topics. If students are interested in signing up, please see Ms. Wang for more information.
FSS Student Council News
The Student Council FSS Merch Shop is now open on School Day! The shop will remain open for orders until Thursday, November 13th. Orders received by this date will
OPHELIA Club - Girl's Night is coming!
The Ophelia Club invites all female students to join us for a fun and relaxing evening at Frontenac on Friday, November 28 from 5pm-11pm.
Enjoy a night filled with exciting activities, including:
- Games
- Karaoke
- Therapy dogs
- Pizza
- Zumba
- Arts and crafts
- A school-wide scavenger hunt...and much more!
Cost: $20 per participant
Spots are limited, so be sure to register early.
To sign up and get more details, check your email from School Day. We can't wait to see you there!
FSS PAL and School to Community
Student Census - November 24-28
See Yourself in Limestone – Student Census Survey
Limestone is committed to creating safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environments for all students. To help us better understand how students’ identities and experiences relate to their achievement and well-being, we are launching our second See Yourself in Limestone Student Census Survey this fall.
The census is a voluntary and confidential survey for students in Grades 4 to 12, running from November 24 to 28, 2025. It gathers information about students’ identities and their experiences at school. This data is then paired with academic information to help us understand what school is like for different groups of students.
Important information for families:
· The survey is optional.
· Responses are confidential and students can skip any questions they do not wish to answer.
· Students will complete the survey during class time.
· Students who do not participate will be provided with an alternative activity.
Families who do not want their student(s) to complete the survey must contact their school principal by Friday, November 14, 2025. Opting out means the student will not receive the survey in their e-mail inbox.
By better understanding students’ identities and experiences, we can remove barriers and better support students in accessing what they need to succeed.
Learn more about the Student Census and how it supports equity in Limestone: limestone.on.ca/student_census
Southeast Health Unit
Skilled Trades
Limestone families – explore student opportunities in the skilled trades!
Join us for the Level Up! Open House and:
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.
Where: Kingston, Slush Puppie Place, 1 The Tragically Hip Way, Kingston
Who: All Limestone families welcome
Cost: Free! No registration needed
About Level Up!
Level Up! Skilled Trades Career Fairs are a series of dynamic, multi-day events that connect you with Ontario’s top skilled trades professionals from industry organizations, post-secondary institutions, businesses, associations and more.
Visit a skilled trades career fair near you and explore Ontario’s 140+ skilled trades through interactive exhibits and hands-on activities, while hearing directly from tradespeople and local employers about rewarding, life-changing career paths.
To learn more, visit levelupontario.ca/open-house.
Upcoming Events at FSS:
November 10th: Photo Retakes at FSS
November 11th: Remembrance Day
November 11th: Grad Photos Begin
November 12th: Math Contest for Intermediates and Seniors
November 14th: PA Day (No school for students)
November 19th: Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test
November 21st: Midterm Report Cards Home
November 28th: OPHELIA club Girls Night In
News from LDSB
Help Shape Our Accessibility Plan
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