We’ve had a busy and exciting time lately, full of celebratory events and extra-curriculars! Our Community Food Drive was amazing; thanks to all volunteers and community members who contributed 2835 lbs of food to Partners in Mission Foodbank. You make us proud!
Congrats to the BSS tennis teams, junior and senior, who had 10 students medal at KASSAA last week, including a gold in Senior Boys Doubles (pictured: Payton Gray and Torin Murphy). All these athletes will compete in EOSSAA on October 29. Let's Go, Blazers!
Culinary Program
This week, School Mental Health Ontario booked the BSS to host their conference, and our Culinary Arts program to cater their event. We received such positive feedback on not only the quality of the food, but the kindness and warmth of our students and staff. Way to go Blazers! Anyone interested in catering orders can reach out to Ms. Julie Cameron at cameronju@limestone.on.ca and Ms. Ilona Cox at coxi@limestone.on.ca
Assembly
Our Assembly today showcased our range of teams, clubs, and initiatives, welcomed our grade 9 class with the 'Touch the Paw' tradition, and awarded our September and October ROCK (Respect, Optimism, Courage and Kindness) award recipients, and featured a grade house challenge! Congratulations to all of our Blazers who bring so much to our school community.
Looking Ahead
Monday, October 27
Black Student Association Breakfast with Aaliyah Edwards (info below)
Spirit Day - Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness
School (Parent) Council meeting 6-7 pm
Tuesday, October 28
Spirit Day - Twin Tuesday
Wednesday, October 29
Career Day for Black, Indigenous, and Racialized LDSB students (info below)
SHSM Carousel at lunch
Spirit Day - Grade House Colours
Thursday, October 30
Spirit Day - PJ Day
Pumpkin Decorating Challenge at lunch
Friday, October 31
Spirit Day - Hallowe'en (wear black or orange, or costume - see info below)
Haunted Hallway
Wednesday, November 5 - Thursday, November 6
OSSLT write
Tuesday, November 11
Remembrance Day Assembly
Wednesday, November 12
Canadian Senior & Intermediate Mathematics Contest
Thursday, November 13
Coffee House
Friday, November 14
PD Day
Upcoming Opportunities
Black Student Association meeting
The LDSB Black Student Association (BSA) is hosting a meeting for Black identifying Secondary students on Monday, October 27th, from 8:45-11 am. This event features WNBA star and LDSB alum Aaliyah Edwards, and will provide Black identifying students an opportunity to gather, share their experiences, and discuss what they would like to see moving forward to celebrate Black Joy.
Please register here
School Council meeting
Any interested parents/guardians are welcome to join the next School (Parent) Council meeting on Monday, October 27th 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
Black, Indigenous, and Racialized Student Career Day
On October 29th, Black, Indigenous and Racialized LDSB Secondary school students are invited to a special Career day - a day to explore exciting career paths, connect with professionals who reflect your lived experiences, and gain tools to build your future with confidence. The day will feature interactive workshops, inspiring guest speakers and panels, real-life mentorship and networking opportunities, and more! Participants will be able to ask questions, get advice, and find out how to turn your interests into careers. Discover scholarships, programs, and resources to help you succeed. Whether you’re just starting to think about your future, or you already have a plan, this event is for you.
Featuring Keynote Speaker, Ronny Musikitele
Ronny is a sports management professional, youth mentor, and founder of Skyline Sports Global — a national movement using sport, leadership, and storytelling to empower the next generation. Currently, he serves as a Program Analyst with Sport Canada’s FIFA 2026 team, where he helps to coordinate federal planning for one of the world’s largest sporting events. In this role, Ronny supports cross-government strategies, tracks key deliverables, and contributes to initiatives that connect sport, culture, and community at scale. Outside of government, Ronny leads Skyline Sports Global — a mentorship and education platform designed to help student-athletes and youth discover their purpose, build leadership skills, and prepare for life beyond the game. As the author of "Not Yet: A Memoir of Redemption, Sports, and Chasing Dreams", Ronny uses his personal journey to inspire and teach. Fill out this Registration form as well as the permission form available on School-Day by October 27th.
Hallowe’en Guidelines
Wear black and orange or a costume - just remember that costumes must be school and culturally appropriate (cultures are not costumes!), and must not include masks or weapons (real or imitation).
November 8 Volunteer Opportunity
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.
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
Community Opportunities
SouthEast Public Health
On-Line to Success (OLTS)
On-Line to Success is a transition program for students going from secondary to post-secondary school, and takes place from February-June. OLTS is for students in Grade 12 (or completing an additional year) in the Kingston and surrounding areas with learning disabilities, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and/or mental health disorders, including (but not limited to): depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and OCD.
Almost all of the program can be completed on-line, where students will develop strategies to be better prepared for post-secondary education, and to better deal with the increased demands of workload, stress management, and self-advocacy required at this level. Students will be required to attend one full-day of in-person workshops at the start of the program.
Course activities include topics such as: identifying your strengths and challenges, understanding your learning profile, time management, stress management, self-advocacy, and navigating the Accessibility Office. The program is developed and delivered by trained and experienced educators, in consultation with psychologists all from the Regional Assessment and Resource Centre.
These are pass/resubmit courses, and students will receive regular feedback and support regarding their assignments.
Applications are now open and registration is due by January 9, 2026
https://www.queensu.ca/rarc/transitions/olts
The Transition Resource Guide is a website with everything you need to know about accessibility and other essential resources across publicly funded Ontario post-secondary schools. https://www.transitionresourceguide.ca/
SySTEM Mentorship (GSM) Kingston
GSM is a non-profit organization based in Canada that strives to bridge the gap between men and women in STEM. We offer one on one mentoring with young self-identifying girls and professionals in STEM, which includes...
· free one-on-one mentoring with a professional in STEM
· access to monthly workshops and events to further your STEM interests
· a platform to connect with other like-minded individuals
More information can be found on our website.