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LCVI Lancer Communication - March 1, 2026

<img src="/images/61c66654-53d6-4de3-93dc-08de3ccd26c1" alt="Transparent Full" width="211" height="211" style="width:211px;height:211px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">LCVI Lancer Communication</h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">March 1, 2026</h2> <hr>Second semester is off to a strong start. We are already 4 weeks in and many classes are or will be soon approaching the first summative assessment. This semester we will continue our school-wide focus on improving attendance and communicating with families at the 5-10-15 class absence check points.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Attendance</h2>Regular attendance is essential for success. We expect students to attend class daily and be on time. When valuable instructional time is missed, the natural consequence is a decreased opportunity for success. We know that students who are present at school 90% of the time or more earn higher grades and are much more likely to earn all of their credits.Families can prioritize attendance by:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Discussing its importance and positivity</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Scheduling appointments outside of school hours (if possible)</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Returning students to school after appointments</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Keeping students home only when ill</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Planning family vacations during school breaks (i.e., December and March Breaks)</li></ul>Our automated attendance system makes daily calls home to notify caregivers of students who are marked absent without permission. Students who need to leave early for an appointment must sign-out at the Attendance Office. Students who arrive late to school must sign-in at the Attendance Office before going to class. To notify the school of a “parent/guardian approved” absence, parents/guardians should report the absence through School Messenger or call the attendance office @ 613-546-2050, ext. 341. Please note: Students are not permitted to sign themselves out or call-in absences until they reach the age of 18.5, 10, 15 absence procedure:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Email home from teacher at 5, 10, and 15 absences in a class.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">We recognize that parents/guardians may have approved the absences. The goal of this communication is to ensure everyone is aware of how many classes have been missed, regardless of the reason.</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Administration will follow-up with student/caregiver. Follow-up may include progressive discipline procedures and/or supports.</li></ul>Lancer Level-Up Days:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Students are expected to communicate with their teacher if they anticipate being absent on a summative assessment day. (It may be possible to complete the summative early.)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Students who are absent for a summative assessment/test will have the opportunity to complete the missed summative on the next "Lancer Level Up Day."</li></ul><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">News from Student Services</h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Course Selection</h3>Course selections were due on February 27. If you haven't already completed next year's course selections, please do so as soon as possible.At LCVI, we are pleased to offer diverse and innovative programs in a range of areas, including Advanced Placement (AP), AP Prep, Academic Arts Enrichment Programme (AAEP), Creative Arts, Cooks Internship, Studio LC, Hair Apprenticeship Program, School to Community, Dual Credits, Specialist High Skills Majors, and more! The information you provide us with when choosing your course selections will determine which courses we can run next year, and we will build next year’s timetable to maximize student choice. If you decide to change your course selections at a later date, it may be more difficult to get the classes you want as the timetable will be built tailored to the choices you make during the course selection process. We are here to help you make informed decisions that are right for you.  Please don’t hesitate to reach out to a member of our Student Services and Student Success team if we can be of any assistance with the course selection.<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">SHSM Programs</h3>Cooks Internship, Creative Arts, Studio LC and Hair Apprenticeship Program. Due March 22. <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.office.com%2Fr%2Fgn0gwR8Jdb&data=05%7C02%7Cconnellym%40limestone.on.ca%7C6a800edda349426ed6ac08de74761f66%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639076247832439428%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=WzOzQHlI1yddGW6kACIg7dO3DFc3KS%2FEZAKuL%2Fs99ZA%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://forms.office.com/r/gn0gwR8Jdb. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">https://forms.office.com/r/gn0gwR8Jdb</a><img src="/images/6ff1c8f1-8112-446a-8f4f-cdb8993c1bef" alt="Creative Arts Flyer" width="650" height="650" style="width:650px;height:650px;display:inline-block">Applications to Creative Arts are now open<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.office.com%2Fpages%2Fresponsepage.aspx%3Fid%3DXxb04a7rgk2nPKDeWTgwvk9vtLsXd2BIjD5BxusxzB1URU5JQU5EQ085VERLU05NUlVGV0g4OEhVUC4u%26route%3Dshorturl&data=05%7C02%7Cconnellym%40limestone.on.ca%7C260592b8a3324acaa0fd08de72deccf2%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639074498438782099%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=MVPFFATwWRE68FgPi%2FrvQ2OGsyNTZwmDtRGhKv%2FyvAk%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=Xxb04a7rgk2nPKDeWTgwvk9vtLsXd2BIjD5BxusxzB1URU5JQU5EQ085VERLU05NUlVGV0g4OEhVUC4u&route=shorturl. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">Click here</a> to apply today! Creative Arts is a Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) program available to students in grade 11 and 12. The Creative Arts program is for students looking to build a competitive portfolio for post secondary applications in the fields of Art and Design and to hone their skills in a variety of mediums - both traditional and non-traditional. To learn more about this opportunity speak with Ms. Corkey or Ms. Dupuis.<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Save the Date: Parent/Guardian Night is March 25</h2><img src="/images/ee54e4ce-79fc-43b7-a64f-852b92417f8b" alt="Save The Date Parent Guardian Night 2026" width="609" height="609" style="width:609px;height:609px;display:inline-block"><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="786ef564-a949-4aaa-897e-28e5fc0ce7a5"></ie-document><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Lancers in Action</h2>Our Senior Boys Basketball team battled hard in an exciting quarter‑final game, showing heart, skill, and determination from start to finish. The gym was electric, with an incredible crowd bringing energy and support on every possession.Although we came up just short in a tough loss to Sydenham High School, our players represented our school with pride, playing with intensity and teamwork until the final buzzer. The effort on the court and the spirit in the stands made this a game to remember.Congratulations to our athletes and thank you to the fans who made the atmosphere unforgettable.<img src="/images/e298c321-579e-4df8-993b-9ca3125b15f4" alt="Quarter Final Basketball Game" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/2529edc9-8b0d-42c1-837b-b951aa3a00d1" alt="Bocce Ball" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">DECA</h3>Congratulations to all DECA members who competed in Toronto this month.  Twenty three LCVI students qualified for Provincials and competed against thousands of students from across the province.  We were proud of your hard work. Seven students were awarded medals:  Jill Hunt and Elise Cook, Muntaqa Ahmed and Kian Azimi, Sid Kumar, Jesse Baillie and Cade Sleeth - with Jesse and Cade being invited to move to the next level of competition, the DECA International Conference in Georgia! Good luck to Jesse and Cade who will be competing, once again, at this prestigious competition in late April.DECA hits the ground running in September and everything leads to the Provincial Competition in Toronto.  LCVI's DECA has a fabulous group of student leaders who worked hard to make sure everyone knew where to be and what to do!  Cade Sleeth, Jesse Baillie, Sid Kumar, Kahvian Omrani, Oeifa Cowan, and Nika Levin -- Thank you for your leadership!Big thanks to DECA staff supervisors, Mr. Aghamirian and Ms. Wyncoll, for your dedication and support of our students to make these experiences possible. Shout outs to Jeni and Marie for dealing with School Day and budget, to Ms. Connelly for the calm and consistent support, and to the parents for all their support throughout the DECA season. We can be proud of LCVI's accomplishments in DECA for the 2025-2026 school year.<table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 175px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><img src="/images/54a48203-0977-4169-9379-1d3f181bae0f" alt="DECA Jill & Elise" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">Jillian & Elise</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 175px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><img src="/images/ac219baf-70c6-4bf6-82f0-51d1964ac403" alt="DECA Cade & Jesse" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">Jesse & Cade</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 175px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><img src="/images/bac806db-5003-4c5c-b89f-32a55ca0e62d" alt="DECA" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">Sid</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 175px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><img src="/images/52de2881-7c25-470a-8552-d5a64b83b032" alt="DECA Kian and Muntaqa" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">Kian & Muntaqa</th></tr></tbody></table><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/eb6c0166-780a-4fb3-887f-dc362446661d" alt="DECA Team" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> Kindness Week</h3>So proud of the student engagement during kindness week and hearing about over 200 acts of kindness!! <img src="/images/50894734-3664-49e5-a161-d7733c2a8c7d" alt="Kindness Week" width="552" height="690" style="width:552px;height:690px;display:inline-block"><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Black History Month Assembly</h3>Thank you to student leaders Nandi Chikodzi and Malika Rouse, with the support of Ms. Aziable, for organizing a meaningful Black History Month Assembly on February 20. The assembly explored the history and significance of Black History Month, highlighted notable Black Canadians, and encouraged ongoing learning and engagement. The presentation concluded with a powerful and moving musical performance by Tehilhah Wasinda, leaving a lasting impression on all who attended.<table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 233.333px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><img src="/images/df75b5fb-cb05-48c8-8a1e-143b3f0febbd" alt="Black History Month Diana Aziable" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 233.333px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"> <img src="/images/a607b15c-191b-42c5-b30e-13e23a2b4c75" alt="Tehilah" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> </th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 233.333px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;"><img src="/images/3194f7c8-1154-432b-9a03-3e8390ace93a" alt="Black History Month Malika and Nandi 2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></th></tr></tbody></table><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Skills Competition</h3>The Secondary Skills Competition took place at St. Lawrence College on Thursday, February 26. Congratulations to all participants. Well done, Lancers! First place finishers have earned a place at Skills Ontario in Toronto form May 4-6. Special mention to the following award winners:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Elise Cook - 1st Place: Prepared Speech</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Camille Glasson - 1st Place: Graphic Design Presentation</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Clay Lyon - 1st Place: Hairstyling</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Natsuki Ono - 1st Place: Carpentry Individual</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">Elliot Clark - 2nd Place: Photography</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem">Dylan Newcombe & Aahaan Ranerjee - 2nd Place: Vex V5 Robotics</li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem">Heidi Vance - 2nd Place: Hairstyling</li><li value="8" class="editor-listitem">Coco Perry-Cumberland - 3rd Place: Hairstyling</li></ul><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Drama Festival</h3>LCVI has an entry in the District National Theatre School Drama Festival.  The name of the play is called The Seven, written and directed by grade 12 student, Clara Christopher. It goes up on Thursday March 26 at 7:00 pm at the Firehall theatre in Gananoque. There are approximately 12-15 students involved. <hr><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Student Spotlight OYAP Signing!</h3>BCIP student Ahmad Al Mousa has become a newly signed Automotive Service Technician apprentice!  Ahmad has spent this semester in an OYAP placement at Kingston Toyota, working under the guidance of their Operations Manager, Curt Moeller.  Way to go, Ahmad!<a href="https://globalnews.ca/video/11675692/building-bright-futures-ahmad-al-mousa-finds-passion-for-automotives/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Global News Building Bright Futures</a><img src="/images/41d712a3-b6f2-446d-8ded-d70e86cbef3b" alt="Ahamd and Curt Inking a Deal" width="769" height="1042" style="width:769px;height:1042px;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Semi-Formal</h2>LCVI's annual semi-formal dance is Friday, March 6 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm. Tickets are on sale at lunch in the front foyer.<img src="/images/ca682bc2-0e63-4d34-bed8-65bff11d5c44" alt="Semi Formal 2026" width="734" height="960" style="width:734px;height:960px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/0477525e-5afb-4164-b3c0-2ea89c8cedbe" alt="For newsletters (Elly Gotz)" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/af47cb25-c338-457b-8fac-1e4944764481" alt="Braiding Sweetgrass" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">School Advisory Council Update</h2>Our next School Advisory Council meeting is on Monday, April 20 from 6:00 - 7:30 pm in the Library. All are welcome.VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: We are looking for some volunteers to help with upcoming Calvin Park pizza lunch fundraisers. Please contact Betty Betts at bettybetts@live.ca if you are available to help with pizza days. Thank you!Thank you to the following people for taking on an executive role this year.<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Co-Chairs: Melissa Hudson & Yanina Kanevsky</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Indigenous Representative: TBD</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Secretary: Lisa Thibeault</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Treasurer: Bibhian Caraballo</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Fundraising Coordinator: TBD</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Volunteer Coordinator: TBD</li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Public Relations/Communications Coordinator: Julia Krolik & Ali Darrach</li><li value="8" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Program/Event Coordinator: Rechell Bernales</li><li value="9" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Members at Large/Divisional Representatives: Betty Betts, Ali Darrach, Mark Foster, Tessa Morrison, Haley Somerville, Zannatin Tazreen, Sara Wellwood</li><li value="10" class="editor-listitem">PIC Representatives: Melissa Hudson (LCVI) & Haley Somerville (Calvin Park)</li></ul><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Host an International Student – Be a Part of Kingston’s Global Community </h2>Limestone is proud of our long tradition of hosting students from other countries. The demand for Kingston, and Canada, as a learning destination is rapidly growing. Students from over 15 different countries are here now staying with great homestay families in Limestone. Our International Education team is looking for more families to become homestay hosts to international students. We currently have 19 students on our waiting list that have applied to Limestone for 2026-2027 and need a home. They range from one semester to one-year stays and are from Germany, Spain, Japan, Brazil, Slovakia, Czechia, Italy, and Denmark. Host families will be paid a tax-free monthly stipend to host students. All students in the program attend local intermediate or secondary schools and range in age from 12 to 17 years of age. Our International Education team works hard to make a great match for your family, that can last a lifetime. Families can learn more by visiting <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Finternationaled.limestone.on.ca%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cconnellym%40limestone.on.ca%7C36154be9a1bf4d5c169408de72f005e5%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639074572373066382%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=CLC97oMYwN8N21%2FqyI%2F4PH1fJp8EoblF6AVhqxiDpdU%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://internationaled.limestone.on.ca/. 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Kristie Timmins (Adolescent Care Worker) and Tiff Idems (Social Worker) are valuable members of our school team who provide supports and services to our students.Community Supports and Services:<ie-document data-lexical-document-id="39aabb66-06f2-4aeb-801a-6fcde155edec"></ie-document><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="4d700358-6c33-4278-8f98-4fe28cf6c649"></ie-document><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="3586e54d-c194-4f9e-a5dd-759aa25251cf"></ie-document><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Free Webinar for Parents and Caregivers</h2>We are excited to share a valuable opportunity to support your child’s well-being. 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Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">Register for free today</a>   We encourage all parents and caregivers to participate in this informative series. Together, we can support the well-being of our children and communities.  <img src="/images/ab542087-eef5-407e-8b3c-b446d28905c2" alt="By Your Side webinar series spring 2026 Flyer" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Traffic Reminders for Drop-Off/Pick-Up</h2>The front of our school is very busy in the morning and at dismissal. Please take care when entering and exiting the front laneway. A reminder that the front lane way is for quick drop-off and pick-up. Cars are not permitted to be parked or idling in this area. At the end of the school day, if your student is not ready to be picked-up, you must move along to maintain traffic flow.Consider picking up your student 5-10 minutes after dismissal to help reduce congestion. Or consider dropping off/picking up your student at pre-arranged meeting spot in the surrounding neighbourhood. Thank you for your help keeping everyone safe. <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Help Wanted! Bingo Volunteers Needed</h2>We are in need of a few more volunteers to run bingos. Please contact Paul Goldring (goldringp@limestone.on.ca) if you are interested in helping out or learning more.<img src="/images/75ca1800-91e9-45aa-be0d-ff38fbd45a43" alt="playlogo" width="205" height="55" style="width:205px;height:55px;display:inline-block;float:left">We are thankful to Play! Gaming & Entertainment for their generosity and support over the years! Funds raised help us to significantly reduce fees in support of student extra-curriculars at LCVI.<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Scents at School Reminder</h2><img src="/images/f54618b4-9e7e-4dd2-919e-74346526f7fb" alt="Scent Free Space" width="118" height="118" style="width:118px;height:118px;display:inline-block;float:right">LCVI/Calvin Park is a scent free school. We have students and staff who experience severe physical reactions when exposed to colognes, perfumes, body sprays, etc. Please do not wear scents at LCVI/Calvin Park! Do not apply them before you come to school, and do not apply them while at school. Thank you for your help with this.<hr><img src="/images/d78309ec-e405-4d3e-88f7-1972e385b851" alt="Yearbook" width="514" height="761" style="width:514px;height:761px;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Daily Announcements</h2>Students hear information about extra-curriculars and events on the daily announcements, also posted on the bulletin board outside the main office, on the school website (<a href="about:blank" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://lcvi.limestone.on.ca/daily-schedule-announcements</a>), and on LCVI Instagram. <hr><img src="/images/29ed7ceb-92a1-417c-83e2-717a5220ed05" alt="Travel for Credit Updated Use this one" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/4956b9b4-a9d5-48a2-89ad-9d6e3f36b898" alt="ADHD research study" width="455" height="588" style="width:455px;height:588px;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/aae68a42-296f-4a27-8d48-01baf3647658" alt="2026 02 05 Healthy Relationship with Food Body Newsletter Insert Secondary" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/d3deeddc-6484-437c-82aa-f83c49022511" alt="Career Fair" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Upcoming School Events</h2>March 2<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Elly Gotz Virtual Presentation period 2 (see poster above)</li></ul>March 3<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Lancer Level Up Day</li></ul>March 6<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Semi-Formal Dance</li></ul>March 9-13 Spirit Week<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Monday - Jersey Day</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Tuesday - Colour Wars</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Thursday - Anything But a Backpack Day</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Friday - Twin Day</li></ul>March 16-20<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Spring Break</li></ul>March 23-27<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Culture Week at LCVI</li></ul>March 25<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Parent/Guardian Night 5:30 - 7:30 pm (by appointment)</li></ul>March 31<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Lancer Level Up Day</li></ul>April 2<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">OSSLT Spring Writing</li></ul>April 23<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">LCVI's Career Fair</li></ul>Graduation Save the Date: Thursday, June 25 at 3:00 pm<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Significant Dates</h2>February 17 to March 3<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Chinese New Year</li></ul>February 17 to March 19<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Ramadan (Islam)</li></ul>February 18 to April 2<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Lent (Christianity/Western)</li></ul>March <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month</li></ul>March 2-3<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Purim (Judaism)</li></ul>March 4<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Holi (Hinduism0</li></ul>March 5<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Ash Wednesday (Christianity/Western)</li></ul>March 8<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Daylight Savings Time Begins (Clocks spring forward 1 hour)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">International Women's Day</li></ul>March 15<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">International Day to Combat Islamophobia (United Nations)</li></ul>March 16-22<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Neurodiversity Celebration Week</li></ul>March 19<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Two Spirit and Indigenous LGBTQQIA+ Awareness</li></ul>March 20<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Eid-ul-Fitr (Islam)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Spring Equinox</li></ul>March 21<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Naw Ruz (Baha’I New Year)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Nowruz (Ismailis) (Islam)</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Nowruz (New Year’s Day) (Zoroastrianism)</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">World Down Syndrome Day</li></ul>March 26<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Epilepsy Awareness Day -wear purple</li></ul>March 29<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Palm Sunday (Christianity/Eastern/Western)</li></ul>March 31<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">National Indigenous Languages Day</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">International Transgender Day of Visibility</li></ul><hr><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967" alt="2025 2026 LDSB School Year Calendar" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Daily Schedule </h2><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Time</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Period/Activity</th></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">8:20 to 9:35 a.m.</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Period 1</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">9:35 to 9:42 a.m.</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Transition</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">9:42 to 10:57 a.m.</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Period 2</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">10:57 to 11:57 a.m.</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; 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LCVI Lancer Communication - February 2, 2026

<img src="/images/61c66654-53d6-4de3-93dc-08de3ccd26c1" alt="Transparent Full" width="211" height="211" style="width:211px;height:211px;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">LCVI Lancer Communication</h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">February 2, 2026</h2> <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Welcome to Semester 2</h2>We are excited to welcome students back tomorrow as we begin Semester  2! This new term brings fresh opportunities to learn, grow, and connect as part of our Lancer community. The months ahead are filled with important school events, celebrations, and activities. As we move forward together, we encourage everyone to continue practicing the 3 Gs: grit, growth, and gratitude. Our dedicated staff are here to support you every step of the way, and we look forward to a positive and productive semester ahead.<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Staff Updates</h2><img src="/images/f7beff44-66d4-409e-9b5f-164829e691ea" alt="M Leake" width="100" height="169" style="width:100px;height:169px;display:inline-block;float:left"> Welcome to Ms. Michelle Leake, who is joining the LCVI/Calvin Park Administration Team as Vice-Principal. Ms. Leake most recently served as a curriculum consultant with LDSB and was a long-time teacher at LCVI prior to that. Welcome (back), Ms. Leake!<img src="https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQFMcgnLNJEPHiMl_311izFhcXjhUUgMP6JAQ&s" alt="Welcome new employee Vector Images ..." width="192" height="137" style="width:192px;height:137px;display:inline-block;float:right"> Welcome to new and returning teaching staff: Mr. Laan - math and computer science; Mr. Wilson - technological design, communications technology, and computer technology; Ms. Hendry - science and math; Ms. Gilbert - French; Mr. Cachaco - business; and Mr. Kerr - science.<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">You're Invited: LDSB Black History Month Opening Ceremony</h2>When: Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.Where: LCVI Cafetorium, 153 Van Order Drive, KingstonAll students, staff, families, and community members are invited to join us for an evening of community, connection, and celebration with food, music, and dancing! Featuring: Kids Zone with "Ruthy's Reading Room," and a performance by Cassel Miles as Josiah Henson.This event is presented by the LDSB and the LCVI BIPOC affinity group. We hope to see you there!<img src="/images/65bbb65e-43b8-40d0-bdcb-320ef5108197" alt="Black History Month Opening Ceremony February 4, 2026" width="760" height="950" style="width:760px;height:950px;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">News from Student Services</h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Timetable Changes</h3>Students who require a semester 2 timetable change should make an appointment in Student Services ASAP. <a href="https://outlook.office365.com/book/LCVI@limestoneschools.onmicrosoft.com/?ismsaljsauthenabled=true" class="editor-link">Student Services Appointment Booking Link</a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Career Fair </h3>We are excited to announce that LCVI will host a special Career Fair in April 2026, offering our students a unique opportunity to explore a diverse range of career paths and gain valuable insight into the skills and education needed to thrive in today’s workforce. This event is designed to connect students with professionals from every sector—secretarial, managerial, skilled trades, labourers, business professionals, executives, owners, and more. We warmly invite members of our local community to participate and share their experiences, helping students envision their future possibilities.If you are interested in joining us as a presenter or exhibitor, please reach out to Ms. Dupuis, Head of Student Services, at dupuiscorinna@limestone.on.ca for more information. Your involvement will make a meaningful difference in our students’ learning and career exploration. Stay tuned for further details as we prepare for this exciting event.<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Course Selection</h3>February is course selection month! It's almost time to select the classes you want to take next year. At LCVI, we are pleased to offer diverse and innovative programs in a range of areas, including Advanced Placement (AP), AP Prep, Academic Arts Enrichment Programme (AAEP), Creative Arts, Cooks Internship, Studio LC, Hair Apprenticeship Program, School to Community, Dual Credits, Specialist High Skills Majors, and more! The information you provide us with when choosing your course selections will determine which courses we can run next year, and we will build next year’s timetable to maximize student choice. If you decide to change your course selections at a later date, it may be more difficult to get the classes you want as the timetable will be built tailored to the choices you make during the course selection process. We are here to help you make informed decisions that are right for you.  Please don’t hesitate to reach out to a member of our Student Services and Student Success team if we can be of any assistance with the course selection.<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Text Book Return</h2><img 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alt="Textbook Images - Free Download on Freepik" width="100" height="150" style="width:100px;height:150px;display:inline-block;float:right">We kindly ask that you check in with your student to see if they have any textbooks or novels from past courses at home. Students, please check your locker. With the rising costs of texts and educational materials, we greatly appreciate if texts from first semester are returned to Mr. Goldring in the Library as soon as possible. Thank you for your assistance!<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Lancers in Action</h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Athletics</h3>It is a busy month for winter sports! Girls Volleyball and Boys Basketball finish the regular season this week. Come out and support our Lancers in the gym, on the ice, or at the pool. Game schedules can be found here: <a href="https://kassaa.ca/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://kassaa.ca/</a>Tuesday, February 3: <ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Junior Boys Basketball vs. Regi (Home Game) - 4:00 pm</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Senior Boys Basketball vs. Regi (Home Game) - 5:30 pm</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Junior Girls Volleyball vs. Regi (Away Game) - 4:00 pm</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Senior Girls Volleyball vs. Regi (Away Game) - 5:30 pm</li></ul>Thursday, February 5<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">KASSAA Curling Tournament </li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Junior Boys Basketball vs. LaSalle (Away Game) - 5:30 pm</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Senior Boys Basketball vs. LaSalle (Away Game) - 4:00 pm</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Junior Girls Volleyball vs. LaSalle (Home Game) - 5:30 pm</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">Senior Girls Volleyball vs. LaSalle (Home Game) - 4:00 pm</li></ul>Tuesday, February 10<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">EOSSAA Swimming at Queen's University</li></ul><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">DECA</h3>All the best to our DECA team heading to the provincial competition in Toronto later this week, February 5 & 6.<h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr">Special Olympics</h3>In December 2025, LCVI's Special Olympics program was awarded with the Unified Champion School Gold Level for exemplifying inclusive sports and health, youth leadership, and whole school engagement. Congratulations to LC's coaching staff, leaders, and athletes!<img src="/images/373c6da0-1900-4378-ba32-7782e77371fe" alt="thumbnail IMG 7660" width="660" height="248" style="width:660px;height:248px;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Semi-Formal</h2>LCVI's annual semi-formal dance is Friday, March 6 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm.<img src="/images/ca682bc2-0e63-4d34-bed8-65bff11d5c44" alt="Semi Formal 2026" width="734" height="960" style="width:734px;height:960px;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">School Advisory Council Update</h2>Our next School Advisory Council meeting is Monday, February 23 from 6:00 - 7:30 pm in the Library. All are welcome.VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: We are looking for some volunteers to help with upcoming Calvin Park pizza lunch fundraisers. Please contact Betty Betts at bettybetts@live.ca if you are available to help with pizza days. Thank you!Thank you to the following people for taking on an executive role this year.<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Co-Chairs: Melissa Hudson & Yanina Kanevsky</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Indigenous Representative: TBD</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Secretary: Lisa Thibeault</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Treasurer: Bibhian Caraballo</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Fundraising Coordinator: TBD</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Volunteer Coordinator: TBD</li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Public Relations/Communications Coordinator: Julia Krolik & Ali Darrach</li><li value="8" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Program/Event Coordinator: Rechell Bernales</li><li value="9" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">Members at Large/Divisional Representatives: Betty Betts, Ali Darrach, Mark Foster, Tessa Morrison, Haley Somerville, Zannatin Tazreen, Sara Wellwood</li><li value="10" class="editor-listitem">PIC Representatives: Melissa Hudson (LCVI) & Haley Somerville (Calvin Park)</li></ul><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Mental Health Supports & Resources</h2><img src="https://cdn.smore.com/u/thumbs/1564/thumb-5e19d963a5071237b9d36b3d4a67d104.jpeg" alt="" width="149" height="149" style="border:0px solid rgb(204, 204, 204);boxSizing:border-box;-TwBorderSpacingX:0;-TwBorderSpacingY:0;-TwTranslateX:0;-TwTranslateY:0;-TwRotate:0;-TwSkewX:0;-TwSkewY:0;-TwScaleX:1;-TwScaleY:1;-TwScrollSnapStrictness:proximity;-TwRingOffsetWidth:0px;-TwRingOffsetColor:#fff;-TwRingColor:rgba(49,190,200,.5);-TwRingOffsetShadow:0 0 #0000;-TwRingShadow:0 0 #0000;-TwShadow:0 0 #0000;-TwShadowColored:0 0 #0000;display:block;verticalAlign:middle;height:149px;maxWidth:100%;maxHeight:100%;borderRadius:0.25rem;backgroundColor:transparent;objectFit:contain;width:149px;float:right">Did you know that our students can access mental health support at school and we can help with getting students connected with community partners? Kristie Timmins (Adolescent Care Worker) and Tiff Idems (Social Worker) are valuable members of our school team who provide supports and services to our students.Community Supports and Services:<ie-document data-lexical-document-id="39aabb66-06f2-4aeb-801a-6fcde155edec"></ie-document><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="4d700358-6c33-4278-8f98-4fe28cf6c649"></ie-document><ie-document data-lexical-document-id="3586e54d-c194-4f9e-a5dd-759aa25251cf"></ie-document><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Traffic Reminders for Drop-Off/Pick-Up</h2>The front of our school is very busy in the morning and at dismissal. Please take care when entering and exiting the front laneway. A reminder that the front lane way is for quick drop-off and pick-up. Cars are not permitted to be parked or idling in this area. At the end of the school day, if your student is not ready to be picked-up, you must move along to maintain traffic flow.Consider picking up your student 5-10 minutes after dismissal to help reduce congestion. Or consider dropping off/picking up your student at pre-arranged meeting spot in the surrounding neighbourhood. Thank you for your help keeping everyone safe. <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Help Wanted! Bingo Volunteers Needed</h2>We are in need of a few more volunteers to run bingos. Please contact Paul Goldring (goldringp@limestone.on.ca) if you are interested in helping out or learning more.<img src="/images/75ca1800-91e9-45aa-be0d-ff38fbd45a43" alt="playlogo" width="205" height="55" style="width:205px;height:55px;display:inline-block;float:left">We are thankful to Play! Gaming & Entertainment for their generosity and support over the years! Funds raised help us to significantly reduce fees in support of student extra-curriculars at LCVI.<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Scents at School Reminder</h2><img src="/images/f54618b4-9e7e-4dd2-919e-74346526f7fb" alt="Scent Free Space" width="118" height="118" style="width:118px;height:118px;display:inline-block;float:right">LCVI/Calvin Park is a scent free school. We have students and staff who experience severe physical reactions when exposed to colognes, perfumes, body sprays, etc. Please do not wear scents at LCVI/Calvin Park! Do not apply them before you come to school, and do not apply them while at school. Thank you for your help with this.<hr><img src="/images/41854f44-54f9-4708-8f9d-ed9345090dd9" alt="2026 01 19 Snow Over It Secondary Newsletter Insert" width="733" height="916" style="width:733px;height:916px;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Inclement Weather</h2>Please note that you can sign-up to receive notifications of cancellations to your student's specific bus route at <a href="https://triboard.ca/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://triboard.ca/</a>. If your students is going to stay home on an inclement weather day, please remember to report their absence through School Messenger to help us track attendance and ensure student safety. <hr><img src="/images/d78309ec-e405-4d3e-88f7-1972e385b851" alt="Yearbook" width="514" height="761" style="width:514px;height:761px;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Daily Announcements</h2>Students hear information about extra-curriculars and events on the daily announcements, also posted on the bulletin board outside the main office, on the school website (<a href="about:blank" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">https://lcvi.limestone.on.ca/daily-schedule-announcements</a>), and on LCVI Instagram. <hr><img src="/images/76cd8848-3eb0-4647-bac1-c011a9d2c7f9" alt="LDSB Code of Conduct" width="544" height="676" style="width:544px;height:676px;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/1734bb8f-3bea-4f40-a234-7be7fc3fdcd2" alt="thumbnail 2025 11 25 School IDP Secondary Newsletter Insert Digital Protect" width="556" height="695" style="width:556px;height:695px;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Upcoming School Events</h2>February 3<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">First Day of Semester 2 Classes</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Locker Clean-Out in period 1</li></ul>February 4<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">LDSB Black History Month Opening Ceremony @ LCVI at 4:00 pm</li></ul>February 5<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Grade Assemblies</li></ul>February 26<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: start;">LCVI/Calvin Park Ski Trip</li></ul>March 6<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Semi-Formal Dance</li></ul>March 16-20<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Spring Break</li></ul>Graduation Save the Date: Thursday, June 25 at 3:00 pm<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Significant Dates</h2>February<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Black History Month</li></ul>February 11<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">International Day of Women and Girls in Science</li></ul>February 16<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Family Day Holiday</li></ul>February 17<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Lunar New Year (Buddhism)</li></ul>February 17 to March 3<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Chinese New Year</li></ul>February 17 to March 18<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Ramadan (Islam)</li></ul>February 18<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Ash Wednesday (Christianity/Western)</li></ul>February 18 to April 2<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Lent (Christianity/Western)</li></ul>February 22<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Human Trafficking Awareness Day</li></ul><hr><img src="/images/1161a439-a52c-4144-ad44-b2b141f1f967" alt="2025 2026 LDSB School Year Calendar" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr">Daily Schedule </h2><table class="editor-table"><colgroup><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Time</th><th class="editor-tableCell editor-tableCellHeader" style="width: 350px; background-color: rgb(242, 243, 245); border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Period/Activity</th></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">8:20 to 9:35 a.m.</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Period 1</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">9:35 to 9:42 a.m.</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Transition</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">9:42 to 10:57 a.m.</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Period 2</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">10:57 to 11:57 a.m.</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Lunch</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">11:57 a.m. to 1:12 p.m.</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Period 3</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">1:12 to 1:19 p.m.</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Transition </td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">1:19 to 2:34</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="width: 350px; border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top;">Period 4</td></tr></tbody></table>

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Upcoming Events

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Spring Spirit Week

Lancer Level-Up

EQAO Webinar for Parents and Guardians: What to Expect on the OSSLT

Community Evening with Author Monique Gray Smith

Spring Break - No Classes for Students

Spring Spirit Week

Lancer Level-Up

EQAO Webinar for Parents and Guardians: What to Expect on the OSSLT

Community Evening with Author Monique Gray Smith

Spring Break - No Classes for Students

EQAO Literacy Session for Families: Focus on Writing

Parent/Guardian Night

Transgender Day of Visibility

Good Friday - No Classes for Students

Easter Monday - No Classes for Students

Lancer Level-Up

Special Olympics Floorball Tournament

P.A. Day - No Classes for Students

Green and Gold Day

Lancer Level-Up

Victoria Day - No Classes for Students

Lancer Level-Up

Green and Gold Day

P.A. Day - No Classes for Students

Lancer Level-Up

About Our School

Welcome to Loyalist Collegiate & Vocational Institute, where our motto is “Take care of yourself, take care of each other, and take care of this place.” We offer a composite secondary school program for students of all academic pathways. At LCVI, we are inclusive, celebrate diversity, and all of our students’ successes. We work together with our students, staff, families and community to ensure that our school is a respectful, safe and healthy place for all students to grow emotionally, socially and academically.

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Message from the Director - March 5, 2026

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

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

Limestone District School Board Welcomes 2026–2027 Student Trustees

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

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

Message from the Director - February 20, 2026

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

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

Land Acknowledgement

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