Dear Lancer Families,
We have enjoyed a wonderful first month of the school year, full of learning, connection, and new opportunities. It has been a pleasure seeing the energy, enthusiasm, and sense of community our students bring each day. It has also been fantastic to see so many students getting involved in clubs, teams, leadership opportunities, and other extracurricular activities. These experiences help students discover new interests, develop a strong sense of belonging, and contribute to the life of our school.
A special thank-you to our Grade 9 parents and guardians who joined us at last week’s Grade 9 Information Night & BBQ. We appreciated the opportunity to connect with you, share information, and support your family as your student begins this exciting transition to secondary school. Thank you for your continued partnership and support.
We are proud of the strong start our students have made and look forward to all that the year ahead will bring.
Upcoming School Events
October 5-9
- The week of October 5-9 is Emergency Procedures Week. Throughout the week, we will have a Fire Drill, practice Hold & Secure, and Lock Down drill.
Friday, October 9
- Photo Retake Day
Monday, October 19
- School Advisory Council Meeting 6:00 - 7:30 pm
Wednesday, October 21
- Lancer Level Up Day
- Parent/Guardian Night - by appointment (5:30 - 7:30 pm)
Friday, October 23
- Green & Gold Spirit Day
Monday, October 26
- PA Day (no school for students)
October 27-30
- Halloweek
Caretaker Shout Out
October 2 is Custodian Appreciation Day! We extend our sincere gratitude and appreciation to the whole caretaking team here at LCVI and Calvin Park. Thank you to Kelly Marshall, Trevor Stevenson, Wally Borsato, Neil Instant, Dana Price, Steve Fowler, Robin Ball, Kim MacNeil, and Ian McLachlan. This amazing team works hard to ensure that our school is welcoming, clean, safe and ready for students, staff, and community members.
Truth & Reconciliation
Thank you to Ms. Aerin Kemp and student leaders for preparing and leading our school assembly to recognize National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. Together, our school community honoured the children who never returned home, the Survivors of residential schools, their families and communities. Students and staff came together to listen, learn, and reflect on our shared responsibility to advance reconciliation through respectful relationships and meaningful action, not only on this important day, but throughout the year.
Lancers in Action at Grade 9 Getaway
Grade 9 Getaway was a blast! It was awesome to see everyone building Lancer community and making connections. Shout-out to our amazing student leaders and staff for all the time and energy they gave to making this event such a memorable time.
Join us for Parent/Guardian Night on October 21
Letter to Parents RE Parent Guardian Night Semester 1 2026
Student Services Update
Attention Grade 12 Students: OCAS and OUAC are open! Students can now apply to Ontario Colleges and Universities! The Student Services Team will host a How to Apply Workshop in the library during lunch on October 6th. Mr. Tye and Ms. Dupuis are also available for one-on-one appointments to address individual questions.
Information on applying can be found on the Grade 12 Google Classroom, but here are some helpful links to get families started:
Applying to Ontario Colleges: https://www.ontariocolleges.ca/en/applying/how-to-apply
Applying to Ontario Universities:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gbgQl2gVCcQ&t=486s
Students applying to post-secondary programs outside of Ontario or Canada should book an appointment with Student Services to review their application process. Please contact Patrick Tye (tyep@limestone.on.ca) if you have any questions
Grade 12 Google Classroom: A reminder that Mr. Tye posts important information about post-secondary applications, deadlines, scholarships, bursaries, awards, volunteer opportunities, and more! Parents/Guardians: If you would like to join the Google Classroom, please ask your student to connect with Mr. Tye.
Attendance
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.
Families can prioritize attendance by:
- Discussing its importance and positivity
- Scheduling appointments outside of school hours (if possible)
- Returning students to school after appointments
- Keeping students home only when ill
- Planning family vacations during school breaks (i.e., December and March Breaks)
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 an absence, parents/caregivers 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.
LCVI 5, 10, 15 absence procedure:
Students who attend class regularly are more likely to experience success at school. To help families stay informed, classroom teachers will email home when a student reaches 5, 10, and 15 absences (including both excused and unexcused absences). These notifications are intended to increase awareness of attendance patterns and help ensure that supports are put in place when needed.
Lancer Level-Up Days:
Students are expected to communicate with their teacher if they anticipate being absent on a summative assessment day. 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."
Extended Absence:
Please connect with an administrator if you are planning an extended absence, preferably before making any travel arrangements. A parent/caregiver of the pupil or the pupil (if the pupil is an adult) seeking an extended absence under Subsection 23(3) of Regulation 293 of the Education Act must submit a request to administration stating the reasons for the request and specifying the length of absence. The time frame must be explicitly stated and must be less than 15 days. Students may pick up an "Extended Absence Approval" form in the Attendance Office. The school strongly recommends that families not plan vacations during regularly scheduled school time as extended absences often negatively impact a student’s academic achievement and well being. The student is responsible for catching up on missed learning upon their return, and may not be able to complete some work that is missed, including some assessments, evaluations, practical activities, in-class work, and group projects. As a result, extended absences may affect the student’s final grade in a course. Extended absences that impact the exam period should be avoided in order to avoid putting the credit at risk.
New - Ministry of Education Changes to Assessment & Evaluation Requirements
Starting this fall, the Ministry of Education is implementing changes related to assessment and evaluation. Most courses will require a written final examination as part of the final evaluation. Attendance and participation will now count for 15% of the final mark in grades 9/10, and count for 10% of the final mark in grades 11/12.
Please see LDSB Assessment and Evaluation Family Guide for more informationAssessment and Evaluation Family Guide Sept 29, 2026
Extra-Curriculars
We are excited to offer a wide variety of extra-curricular opportunities for our students. We believe that engagement in school community is important for the social development and well-being of students. Participation can allow students to boost their self-confidence, improve their time management, learn new skills, improve their social skills, and improve their outlook towards school in general.
Students hear information about extra-curriculars on daily announcements, which are also posted outside the main office, on the school website (https://lcvi.limestone.on.ca/daily-announcements) and on the LCVI Instagram each day.
With so many different clubs and sports, there is something for everyone!
Check out the KASSAA website for game results and schedules: https://www.kassaa.ca/viewScores.php
LANCERS IN ACTION
Special Olympics Soccer
Congratulations to LC's Unified Soccer Team for a successful Special Olympics qualifying tournament at the end of September. Much gratitude to LC's volunteers, coaches, educational assistants, custodians, and Mr. DeRooy for hosting such an amazing day!
Grade 9 Mental Health Presentation
Thank you to Kristie Timmins, Adolescent Care Worker (ACW), for leading a mental health workshop with our grade 9 phys-ed classes. The presentation offers an engaging and informative overview of mental health, with a focus on increasing awareness and promoting effective strategies for maintaining well-being. Through this workshop, students gain valuable insights into common mental health challenges, learn how to recognize potential signs of concern, and discover practical ways to support themselves and others. This important presentation will also be offered to all of our second semester grade 9 phys-ed classes.
Europe Trip - A Few Spots Available
LCVI is heading to London, Paris, and Berlin from March 10–18, 2027! A few spaces are available for students who would like to join this exciting trip.
London: Trafalgar Square, Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, and Hyde Park
Paris: Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Arc de Triomphe, the Eiffel Tower, and the Louvre Museum
Berlin: Checkpoint Charlie, the Berlin Wall, and the Brandenburg Gate
The trip includes:
- Round-trip airfare
- 7 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms
- Full European breakfast daily
- Dinner daily
- Full-time services of a professional tour director
- Guided sightseeing tours and city walks
- High-speed Eurostar journey through the Channel Tunnel
- Guided sightseeing tours with high-tech headsets, as outlined in the itinerary
- Tips for local guides and bus drivers
If your student is interested in joining the trip, please contact Mr. Meyer (meyerm@limestone.on.ca) by Friday, October 9, 2026.
Scents at School Reminder
Food Sharing Program
Food Supports
Check out this new website to find food support in Kingston: https://kingston.food-help.ca/
Traffic Reminders for Drop-Off/Pick-Up
A reminder that our school day begins at 8:20 am and ends at 2:34 pm. If you are planning to drive your student to or from school, please note that our front entrance is especially 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 10-15 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.
E-Scooters
Find out more at Micromobility Regulations | Get Involved Kingston by Communications & Public Engagement.”
Grade 9 ActivPass
A healthy mind and body play an important role in learning and overall quality of life for everyone, including students and staff. As a school community, we are committed to supporting physical activity and encouraging all students to adopt an active lifestyle. Recent data suggests that if current physical activity trends do not improve, today’s generation may face a shorter life expectancy than previous generations. To help address this concern, Kingston Gets Active, in partnership with local communities is promoting an active lifestyle through the ActivPass program. All Grade 9 students can use their Student Card as their ActivPass, or they may pick up a dedicated ActivPass from their school’s main office. The pass provides free access to participating recreation centres for activities such as public swimming, skating, curling, and gym use.
ActivPass Schedule! (From Sept. 29, 2026 - Aug 31, 2027): https://kingstongetsactive.ca/resources/grade-5-9-activpass/
School Advisory Council
2026-2027 Executive Members
- Co-Chairs: Melissa Hudson and Yanina Kanevsky
- Indigenous Family Representative: Chantel Bird
- Secretary: Bibhian Caraballo
- Treasurer: Mark Foster
- Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) Representatives: Mark Foster and Melissa Hudson
- Public Relations/Communications Coordinator: Ali Darrach
- Program/Event Coordinator: Pin Zi Luo
- Members at Large: Betty Betts, Lori Hand, Virginia Venditti
The next meeting is Monday, October 19 from 6:00 - 7:30 pm in the Library. All are welcome!
Mental Health Supports & Resources
Student Accident Insurance
School Board Policy states that participation on school sports teams (both elementary and secondary) is conditional on obtaining at least the basic student accident insurance coverage for the student or proof of external private coverage through your family plan. The cost of basic coverage is approximately $17.00 per year. This covers the student while attending school during the school day. The time spent by students participating on school-sponsored teams is considered part of the school day, even if the games and/or practices are held outside of the regular school hours. It is recommended that all parents consider this program. Visit www.insuremykids.com to get this inexpensive and highly recommended insurance.
Upcoming Significant Dates:
October: Cyber Awareness Month, ADHD Awareness Month, Hispanic Heritage Month, Islamic Heritage Month, Women's History Month, K-12 Cyber Awareness Month, Learning Disabilities Awareness Month
October 2
- National Custodian Appreciation Day
October 2-4
- Shemini Atzeret/Simchat Torah (Judaism)
October 4
- Sisters in Spirit Day
October 10
- World Mental Health Day
October 12
- Thanksgiving Day (no school)
2026-2027 LDSB School Year Calendar
Social Media - Follow us on LCVI Instagram: lcvi.lancers
https://www.instagram.com/lcvi.lancers/?hl=en
Daily Schedule
Time | Period/Activity |
|---|---|
8:20 to 9:35 a.m. | Period 1 |
9:35 to 9:42 a.m. | Transition |
9:42 to 10:57 a.m. | Period 2 |
10:57 to 11:57 a.m. | Lunch |
11:57 a.m. to 1:12 p.m. | Period 3 |
1:12 to 1:19 p.m. | Transition |
1:19 to 2:34 | Period 4 |