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May 8 Newsletter
<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Good afternoon Joyceville Community,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">It has certainly started to feel like spring around Joyceville Public School! Over the past few weeks, our school has been filled with excitement and energy through events like Café Français, the Road Race, and Junior Basketball. These opportunities help build community, school spirit, and wonderful memories for our students. Thank you to our staff, families, and School Advisory Council members for all of the support, organization, and encouragement that help make these experiences possible for our students.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Upcoming Reminders & Events</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">• MacMillan’s Fundraiser Orders</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">MacMillan’s orders will be available for pick up on Tuesday, May 12th at 2:00 p.m. or after.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">• Grade 7 Immunizations</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 7 immunizations will take place on Wednesday, May 13th.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">• Field Trip – Trillium Gymnastics</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mrs. Londry’s and Mrs. Norman’s classes will be heading to Trillium Gymnastics for an exciting field trip experience.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">• Country Fair Class Gift Baskets</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our Country Fair is fast approaching! Please remember to send in your child’s donation for their classroom gift basket. If you have any questions about class baskets or donations, please contact the school office.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our School Advisory Council is also currently looking for volunteers to help with Country Fair. Events like this are only possible because of the incredible support from our school community. If you are interested in helping out, please contact the school office.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">• Public Health Reminder</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Southeast Public Health is reminding families that there has recently been an increase in stomach illness in the Kingston area. Symptoms can include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, fever, and fatigue.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If your child is experiencing these symptoms, please keep them home from school and activities until at least 48 hours after symptoms have stopped. Public Health is also encouraging frequent hand washing with soap and water, as hand sanitizer is not always effective against some stomach illnesses.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you for helping keep our students and staff healthy.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">• PA Day</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please note that Friday, May 29th is a PA Day. There will be no school for students that day.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As always, thank you for your continued support of Joyceville Public School. We are looking forward to a busy and exciting stretch as we head toward the end of the school year!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Have a wonderful weekend!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mr. Morency</span></p>
2026-05-08 20:23:21.67 +0000 UTC
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Country Fair Volunteers Needed
<p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Hello Joyceville Community, </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We need your help! Joyceville Public School's 20th Country Fair is coming up soon, and planning is well underway. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Events like this are a wonderful way to bring our community together while supporting valuable programs and opportunities for our students. To make it all run smoothly, we’re looking for volunteers to help with a variety of roles—before, during, and after the event.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Whether you can spare an hour or a few, your time and support would make a meaningful difference. We need help with the following:</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><br></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Country Fair set up - Friday May 29th between 9 AM and 3 PM</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Saturday May 30th from 10 AM to 12 PM</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Saturday May 30th from 12 PM to 2 PM</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Clean up - Saturday May 30th from 2 PM to 5 PM</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Volunteer opportunities will include things like setup, supervising activity stations, and cleanup.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you’re interested in helping, please sign up here: </span><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.cloud.microsoft%2Fr%2FiaBX5An3Dz&data=05%7C02%7Cmorencys%40limestone.on.ca%7Ca6ef0447b1d84304727808deaad89373%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639136044424976991%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=U235Qi8GtsyqbnRjB0k0G06NZbFVaSHB76SXtS0dz3w%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/iaBX5An3Dz. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Joyceville Public School: Country Fair Volunteer Interest Form - 2026 – Fill out form</span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> or reply to this email with your availability.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you for helping us create a fun and memorable event for our students. We truly appreciate the support of our amazing school community!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Sincerely,</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Joyceville School Advisory Committee</span></p>
2026-05-05 19:24:05.474 +0000 UTC
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Joyceville Newsletter April 24
<h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Joyceville Public School Newsletter</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are finally starting to see some beautiful spring weather, and with that comes an exciting and busy stretch of the school year ahead. There are many great things happening in our school and community, and we’re looking forward to all that the coming weeks will bring.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">One of our biggest upcoming events is our </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Country Fair on May 30th</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. This is always a highlight of the year for our students and families. Our School Advisory Council (SAC) plays a huge role in making this event possible, and they are always looking for volunteers to help out. More information will be shared as we move into May, but if you are interested in supporting, we would love to have you involved.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are also very excited to share that members of our staff and SAC had the opportunity to attend an event on Wednesday evening where we received a generous </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">$68,000 grant from the Pittsburgh Community Benefit Fund Committee</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. We are incredibly grateful for this support. These funds will allow us to begin revamping our school library into a modern, flexible learning space that will greatly benefit our students. We would like to sincerely thank the committee for their continued investment in our school and for all the wonderful work they do in our community.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><hr></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Family Engagement & School Climate Survey</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Limestone District School Board is inviting families to participate in their upcoming </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Family Engagement and School Climate Survey</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. This survey is an important opportunity for parents and caregivers to share their thoughts and experiences about their child’s school and help guide future planning and decision-making across the board.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Your feedback helps us better understand what is working well and where we can continue to grow to support our students and families.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">You can learn more and access the survey here:</span><br><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/news/upcoming-family-engagement-and-climate-survey-20260423185219" target="_new" rel="noopener" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://www.limestone.on.ca/news/upcoming-family-engagement-and-climate-survey-20260423185219</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><hr></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Community Information – Softball Registration</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Pittsburgh Softball Association</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> is now accepting registrations for the 2026 season. This is a great opportunity for students to get involved, stay active, and connect with others in the community.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Registration details:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">U7 (2019–2021): $90</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">U11 (2015–2018): $95</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">U13 (2013–2014): $95</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">U15 (2011–2012): $105</span></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">U19 (2007–2010): $105</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">To register, please email Angela McCallum at: </span><a href="about:blank" rel="noopener" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">peymorcal@icloud.com</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><hr></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As always, thank you for your continued support of Joyceville Public School. We are looking forward to a strong and positive finish to the school year.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Have a wonderful weekend!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mr. Morency</span></p>
2026-04-24 19:36:08.32 +0000 UTC
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View All NewsLDSB Receives $25,000 Grant to Support Elementary Summer Learning
<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Limestone District School Board (LDSB) has received a $25,000 grant through the Community Foundation for Kingston and Area’s Community Grants Program in support of its Elementary Summer Literacy and Math Program.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The three-week program supports Limestone students finishing Senior Kindergarten to Grade 3 by strengthening foundational skills in reading, writing, and mathematics to help set students up for success in the following school year.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grant funding will be used to purchase literacy and math learning resources and to create family engagement packages. These take-home resources are designed to support learning at home and encourage families to engage in literacy and math activities alongside their students.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The LDSB is grateful to the Community Foundation for Kingston and Area for their generous support, helping students across the district access this important summer learning opportunity.</span></p>
2026-05-20 15:41:54.875 +0000 UTC
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Limestone Students Shine at the 2026 Ontario Skills Competition
<iframe data-lexical-video-id="kGsY7YE8wCc" width="640" height="480" src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/kGsY7YE8wCc" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="true" title="Youtube video"></iframe><p class="editor-paragraph"><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone District School Board students showcased their outstanding skills and talent at the 2026 Skills Ontario Competition, held in Toronto on May 4 and 5, 2026.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Skills Ontario Competition offers a unique opportunity for top students from across the province to demonstrate that they are truly the best in their field. Over two and a half days, competitors impress educators, family members, friends, and potential employers through hands-on, real‑world challenges. Medalists are awarded gold, silver, or bronze medals, with some also receiving monetary awards and the opportunity to advance to the Skills Canada National Competition, and potentially the WorldSkills Competition.</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone District School Board Participation and Results</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone students returned home with an impressive showing across elementary, secondary, and post‑secondary categories:</span></p><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Elementary Competition</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone District School Board had 16 Elementary Students attend Skills Ontario in the areas of:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Construction</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Horticulture and Landscaping</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">VEX Robotics</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Lego Mechanics</span></li></ul><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Secondary Competition</span></h3><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In secondary Limestone District School Board had representation in the following competitions:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Coding</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Electrical Installations</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Plumbing</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Carpentry - Team - Team of 2</span></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Vex V5 Robotics - Team of 4</span></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Culinary Arts</span></li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Graphic Design - Presentation</span></li><li value="8" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Hairstyling</span></li><li value="9" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Photography</span></li><li value="10" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Prepared Speech</span></li><li value="11" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Home and Team Building - Team of 4</span></li><li value="12" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Auto Collision Repair</span></li><li value="13" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Auto Painting</span></li><li value="14" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Auto Service Technology</span></li><li value="15" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Cabinetmaking</span></li><li value="16" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Outdoor Powered Equipment</span></li><li value="17" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Welding</span></li><li value="18" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Baking</span></li><li value="19" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Computer Aided Manufacturing</span></li></ul><h4 class="editor-heading-h4"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Secondary Results:</span></h4><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Gold – Computer Aided Manufacturing:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Jacob O’Reilly</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Silver – Home and Team Building (Team of 4):</strong></b></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem editor-nested-listitem"><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Quinn Sproule</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Clarke Lemke</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Parker Beeg</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Jasper Keller</span></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Bryden Thibodeau (competed with the team at Limestone Skills Competition)</span></li></ul></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Bronze – Auto Painting:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Amanda Neddow</span></li></ul><h3 class="editor-heading-h3"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Post‑Secondary Competition</span></h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Gold:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Alisha Haaksman</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Congratulations to all competitors, educators, and programs involved for their dedication, preparation, and commitment to excellence. Limestone is proud to see students thrive, demonstrate their skills, and represent the board so well on the provincial stage.</span></p>
2026-05-12 13:29:30.368 +0000 UTC
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Upcoming Family Engagement and Climate Survey
<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Limestone District School Board is inviting families to take part in the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Family Engagement and Climate Survey</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. This survey gives families an opportunity to share their experiences with their student’s school and with the school board.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The feedback helps us understand what is working well and where we can improve. It also supports schools and school councils in building welcoming, safe, and supportive school communities.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The survey includes questions about:</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">How schools communicate and share information</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Whether families feel welcome, included, and connected</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Barriers to taking part in school activities, such as time, childcare, language, accessibility, or cost</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Safety and bullying, including reporting and follow‑up</span></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Licensed Before and After School Programs, including questions to help inform future planning</span></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Some questions ask about family background to help us better understand different experiences across our communities</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Participation is </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">voluntary and anonymous</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. Families may skip any questions they choose. No names or identifying information are collected. Results are shared only as grouped summaries and are used to support learning, planning, and improvement at the board, school, and school council levels.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The survey will be open from May 1 to May 11 and will be available online. Families will receive an e-mail on May 1 with a link to the survey. </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Paper copies will also be available at your school’s administrative office starting May 1.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The survey was developed with input from families and advisory committees, including the Parent Involvement Committee, to reflect a wide range of perspectives. Families are encouraged to </span><a href="https://youtu.be/kKxSsDtggew" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">watch this short video about the survey.</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you for sharing your voice and helping strengthen our schools and school communities.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Patty Gollogly</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Associate Superintendent of Curriculum & Program Services: School Climate & Community Engagement</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone District School Board</span></p>
2026-04-23 20:30:53.848 +0000 UTC
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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.