Over the past couple of weeks, our school has been buzzing with activity and achievement. Students engaged in the SHSM carousel, showed their creativity during Hallowe'en Spirit Week, and more than 150 students took part in the OSSLT assessment. We also marked the end of the Fall Sports Season. We are incredibly proud of all our students and staff who embraced these opportunities, and we extend our heartfelt thanks to our athletes, coaches, and community volunteers for representing Bayridge with dedication and spirit.
St. Albert Cheese Factory Field Trip
Mme. Leroux's French classes paid a visit to the St. Albert Cheese Factory today to learn more bout the cheese-making process, and experience French culture.
Looking Ahead
Saturday, November 8
National Indigenous Veterans Day
Tuesday, November 11
Remembrance Day Assembly
Wednesday, November 12
Canadian Senior & Intermediate Mathematics Contest
Thursday, November 13
Special Olympics Basketball
Coffee House
Friday, November 14
PD Day
Tuesday, November 18
Beaver Computing Challenge
Friday, November 21
Pink Shirt Day
Mid-term Report Cards distributed
Monday, November 24
School Council meeting
Monday, November 24-Friday, November 28
Student Census week
Upcoming Opportunities
November 8 Volunteer Opportunity
National Indigenous Veterans Day
Tomorrow, November 8th, we honour National Indigenous Veterans Day, a day of remembrance and recognition for the thousands of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples who have served in the First and Second World Wars, the Korean War, and continue to serve today. More than 12,000 Indigenous soldiers answered the call to defend their lands and freedoms, often overcoming extraordinary barriers such as learning new languages, travelling long distances from their communities, and facing discrimination both during and after their service. Despite these challenges, their courage, skill, and leadership left an enduring mark on history.
Junior Girls Basketball EOSSAA bound!
The Junior Girls Basketball team have punched their ticket to EOSSAA, and will be competing this coming week! We couldn’t be more proud of this team of athletes and coaches. Please check out this fundraising initiatives taking place this weekend. Thanks to BSS parent Garrett Elliott for his support of our team!
Blazer Boutique
We have clothing and outer wear for all seasons including hats, scarves, mitts and footwear. In addition to BSS Spirt Wear, we also have a a great selection of dresses, dress shirts and pants for dances or any professional opportunities for students. Donations are kindly accepted.
Yearbook - Grade 12 Grad Info needed!
The Yearbook is looking for grade 12s to provide future plans, quotes, and baby photos by November 15th. Please click on the link below, or the QR code provided.
Knowing The Grads Questions For Yearbook – Fill in form
Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week
Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week is November 17 to 21, 2025. The LDSB will recognize Friday, November 21st as a district-wide Pink Shirt Day. Although bullying prevention and awareness efforts should occur on a daily basis, this designated week allows us to focus attention to this issue.
School Council meeting
Any interested parents/guardians are welcome to join the next School (Parent) Council meeting on Monday, November 24th from 6-7 pm in the Library Learning Commons. If you are interested in a virtual option, please reach out to Principal Sheri Jones at jonessh@limestone.on.ca
See Yourself in Limestone - Student Census Survey
Limestone is committed to creating safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environments for all students. To help us better understand how students’ identities and experiences relate to their achievement and well-being, we are launching our second See Yourself in Limestone Student Census Survey this fall.
The census is a voluntary and confidential survey for students in Grades 4 to 12, running from November 24 to 28, 2025. It gathers information about students’ identities and their experiences at school. This data is then paired with academic information to help us understand what school is like for different groups of students.
Important information for families:
- The survey is optional.
- Responses are confidential and students can skip any questions they do not wish to answer.
- Students will complete the survey during class time.
- Students who do not participate will be provided with an alternative activity.
Families who do not want their student(s) to complete the survey must contact their school principal by Friday, November 14, 2025. Opting out means the student will not receive the survey in their e-mail inbox.
By better understanding students’ identities and experiences, we can remove barriers and better support students in accessing what they need to succeed.
Learn more about the Student Census and how it supports equity in Limestone: limestone.on.ca/student_census
January Exam Schedule and Inclement Weather
The January Semester 1 Exam and Culminating Activity schedules will be published around mid-term report card time (end of November). With the winter season approaching, we wanted to share with families how schools will adjust exam schedules in the event student transportation is canceled due to inclement weather. If buses are cancelled due to inclement weather, exams scheduled on that day will be rescheduled to the next exam day. Subsequent exams in the exam schedule will also be rescheduled to the next exam day. Schools will communicate with families directly through e-mail if the exam schedule is adjusted due to inclement weather and bus cancellations. Information about rescheduled exams will also be posted on school websites. It will be important for families to watch for communication in the event of inclement weather. Students are expected to be present and available to write exams during the entire exam period, from January 22 to January 28, 2026. We understand that changes like these can cause inconvenience, and we appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we navigate any potential inclement weather and its impact on Semester 1 exams. Our primary concern is the safety and well-being of our entire school community.
School-to-Community Poinsettia Fundraiser
It’s that time of year again! The School to Community Program is excited to announce that we will be running the Poinsettia Fundraiser again this year! We would love to have your support. Do you need some beautiful decorations for your house? Need a nice gift to take to a relatives or friend’s house for a celebration? Poinsettias are a great option that not only are long lasting, but also help support a wonderful program through this fundraiser. For those of you who have ordered in the past, you know that Rekker’s Poinsettias are top notch in quality.
School-based fundraising has become a critical part of ensuring ALL students have access to community opportunities such as educational field trips, sports equipment, books for personal reading and support materials (which may be financially out of reach for some families) not otherwise covered by provincial funding models. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to share the gift of giving while supporting students!
Orders will be delivered to BSS for pick-up end of day on December 4th, 2025
Orders are due by November 27th, 2025 to Meg Donald – SCS Teacher Room 126
https://bayridgess.limestone.on.ca/documents/Poinsettia-Order-Form.pdf
Trip
Would your child like to experience a trip of a lifetime? Would they be interested in a trip to see four European countries over the March Break of 2027? Bayridge SS is partnering with EF tours for this incredible experience. This gives students a chance to go beyond the classroom and bring education to life, unlock potential, and open a world of possibilities. https://www.eftours.ca/tour-website/2862714EE?utm_source=dma_ECTA_enroll_flyer_core_eng
Level Up! Skilled Trades Career Fair Open House
You are invited! Limestone families – explore student opportunities in the skilled trades! Join us for the Level Up! Open House and:
Get up close: Watch skilled trades professionals in action during live demonstrations and explore using tools and machinery.
Meet the experts: Chat one-on-one with employers, apprentices, tradespeople, and instructors who share real-world insights and personal journeys in the skilled trades.
Plan student pathways: Explore apprenticeship pathways with expert guidance and resources provided by Skilled Trades Ontario.
When: December 2, 2025, 3:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Where: Kingston, Slush Puppie Place, 1 The Tragically Hip Way, Kingston
Who: All Limestone families welcome
Cost: Free! No registration needed
Level Up! Skilled Trades Career Fairs are a series of dynamic, multi-day events that connect you with Ontario’s top skilled trades professionals from industry organizations, post-secondary institutions, businesses, associations and more.
To learn more, visit levelupontario.ca/open-house.
Community Opportunities
SouthEast Public Health
Parent Webinar focused on Alcohol, Cannabis and Nicotine
Join us Wednesday, November 19 at 12 noon EST for our upcoming Parent Webinar focused on Alcohol, Cannabis, and Nicotine. This is your chance to hear from experts, get evidence-based information, ask questions, and gain practical strategies for having open, non-judgmental conversations with your teens
Parents can register at: Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams
The “Substance” website also has lots of great resources for parents and caregivers: Substance
Including a parent support hub for parents who are worried about their child’s substance use and want more direct support and guidance: Parent Support Hub – Drug Free Kids Canada
OLTS Information Night - November 19th
https://bayridgess.limestone.on.ca/documents/Transition-Information-Night-2025.pdf
For over 20 years, RARC has been dedicated to promoting equity and access in post-secondary education for students with neurodevelopmental disorders. We provide evidence-based services and supports to students and educators across Ontario — all at no cost.
Our programs are designed to help students with disabilities (including learning disabilities (LD), ADHD, ASD, and mental health disorders) successfully transition to post-secondary education and beyond. Although we are housed at Queen’s University, we are funded directly by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities to support students attending any college or university in Ontario.
We are excited to invite you to our upcoming virtual Post-Secondary Transition Information Night, designed for Grade 11 and 12 students with LD, ADHD, ASD, and mental health disorders. This event will provide valuable information to help students and families plan and prepare for the transition from high school to post-secondary education. Please feel free to share this invitation with any students, families, or colleagues who may be interested.
Event Details:
- Wednesday, November 19, 2025
- 6:00pm - 7:00pm EST
- Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/98455967828?pwd=T5wCl2naRnafEKOFgXxjbaHC7qQeb7.1
- Webinar ID: 984 5596 7828
- Password: 448348
During this session, we will cover important topics such as:
- Understanding academic accommodations and supports available at college/university
- Transition programs
- Psychoeducational assessments and funding
- Q & A
Who Should Attend:
- Grade 11 and 12 students with LD, ADHD, ASD, or mental health disorders going to post-secondary
- Parents and guardians of students with LD, ADHD, ASD, or mental health disorders
- Educators and guidance counsellors supporting students through the transition process
**There is no registration required to attend this event.
Casting opportunity: Pop Whiz is coming to Kingston!
The nationally broadcast trivia game show Pop Whiz is returning for another season, and Kingston is one of the featured stops on their cross-Canada tour. The production team is currently seeking local youth participants ages 13 to 17 to take part in the show. This is a great opportunity for Kingston’s young talent to gain on-camera experience and represent our community on a national platform. Learn more and apply through the official Pop Whiz website: https://lnkd.in/dMEKmxST