Module de l'Acadie

<h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">le jeudi 16 avril 2026</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thankfully, we have been able to get outside for a least a little bit of recess most days in the last 2 weeks. A gentle reminder that students need to dress for success (and the weather). We have seen an increase in children accessing the food sharing offerings. We encourage those who need to take food to help themselves in the day. If your family does not require the support of the food sharing offerings, please ensure your child is bringing a lunch and snack to school to ensure those in need have food to eat while at school :-) Sarah</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dress like your teacher ... dress like your students day</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/5d196d3a-df7e-4d71-8b19-266b903f4574" alt="IMG 3569" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/ccdce60c-3052-4cc2-bee6-8c34fe5c42b6" alt="IMG 9673" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Running season&nbsp;</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Running club is starting its spring iteration with practices starting next week! We will be doing volume runs and intervals, as well as some drillwork, to prepare them for the races. Practices will be held Tuesdays at lunch and Thursdays after school. They do not have to attend the races to be on the team, all are welcome to come and run whether they are inclined to race or not. For those with a competitive streak, there are two road races coming up that we would love for students to attend. The race distance is just under 3k. We will ensure that students signed up to race are able to run this distance before they compete. The first race is the Bayridge Road Race on the afternoon of Tuesday April 28th and the second is the LCVI road race, which will be in the afternoon on Wednesday May 6th. Students who attend practices and have expressed interest will be invited to participate in these races to represent Acadie (keep an eye on School Day)! Students will need to arrange their own transportation to and from both events. ~ Coaches M Sam &amp; Mme Witmarsh</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><br></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/cbb2697c-7ab3-436c-8f7c-7d0b1d49f5af" alt="IMG 9647" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Acadie Play</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Acadie Drama Club wrapped up its final performance of Poulter Guise on Thursday! We are so incredibly proud of our amazing and talented students who organized and performed in our show, as well as grateful for all of the support from Acadie students, friends and families, elementary schools who came to watch, and the Acadie and FSS staff who helped out. Our cast party on Wednesday April 15th will mark the end of our drama club this year. We are keeping our fingers crossed that there will be another opportunity for students to shine next year! ~ M Sam</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/882ac72a-b7f8-4edd-82b8-6b80a04632be" alt="IMG 9653" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/67a1f08d-43a7-4999-b046-b088c25e6e42" alt="IMG 9666" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/21c35e34-981c-4f03-b071-391d327bc77b" alt="IMG 9656" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/8972c076-7ddb-4773-adbb-1e04dc2f6156" alt="IMG 9671" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Forest of Reading / Red Maple Festival</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This year’s festival will be held at Toronto’s Harbour Front on Wednesday, May 13th. The English teachers have explained the criteria that students must meet to be selected to attend. Students have been offered ‘expression of interest’ forms to fill in and </span><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">submit to their English teacher by Thursday, April 23rd.</span></u><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Students in Ms. Milford’s class can hand them in to Ms. Benn or Ms. Newell. The English Department teachers, in conjunction with administrators, will then select which students to bring on the trip. The cost per student will be approximately $80.</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Book Sale</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The book sale will continue to take place in English classrooms throughout the coming weeks. Books cost $2 each and all proceeds will go towards supporting the trip to the Red Maple Festival in Toronto.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/6c9dafc2-0003-43f9-9fdd-e31f35efaaa9" alt="IMG 9706" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">RKY Registration - Grade 7s</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Registration for grade 7s to attend RKY June 9-11 is active on school day.&nbsp; This trip is a wonderful opportunity for students to enjoy their peers outside the school setting, challenge themselves to do new things and plain have fun! If you have further questions, reach out to Mme Lasko </span><a href="mailto:laskos@limestone.on.ca" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">laskos@limestone.on.ca</span></u></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">* Cost will not inhibit a student from participating, if you need financial assistance, please contact your child’s homeroom teacher or the Acadie office.&nbsp; </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Further there is a spot in schoolday “products” for families to offer a donation to support a student in need.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We ask families to </span></u><u><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">please toggle yes or no</strong></b></u><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> to the trip invitation sent out on Schoolday so staff can be assured every student has had the opportunity to choose to attend. </span></u></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">👨‍👩‍👧 </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Parent Chaperones Needed!</strong></b><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In order to make this trip successful we will need the support of parent chaperones. &nbsp; Chaperones must hold a current CPIC.&nbsp; If you are interested in chaperoning for all or part of the trip, please begin the process of applying for your CPIC now since it can take a long time to process. Please fill out this </span><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1f60lQ4DcR50Juv_0Sg1vIqHNKGwNNsCOnLK4D-28dTY/edit" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">volunteer survey </span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">if you are interested in chaperoning for RKY: </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/6111b2ba-bbb3-49fc-a863-9d6146efc1c4" alt="IMG 9629" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">La Ronde Registration - Grade 8s</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Registration is open for the Grade 8 Grad Trip to La Ronde in Montreal. We encourage families to sign up by Friday, April 24th, so that we can finalize our numbers for bussing as soon as possible. Students who hold annual passes to Six Flags are asked to pay the full price online and then email Ms Fitz at </span><a href="mailto:fitzgeraldak@limestone.on.ca" class="editor-link"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">fitzgeraldak@limestone.on.ca</span></u></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> to receive a refund for the ticket price portion of the trip.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">* Cost will not inhibit a student from participating, if you need financial assistance, please contact your child’s homeroom teacher or the Acadie office. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please toggle yes or no to confirm your family has made a choice and avoid repeat notices being sent for response.</strong></b></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><br></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/cf7855f9-3ffe-4ee6-bec2-5a23e3736626" alt="IMG 9631" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Milkshake Sales</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">To support our Lego Robotics team in attending a provincial competition in Toronto at the beginning of May, the team is organizing a milkshake sale from Reid’s Dairy to help cover the cost of the trip.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Milkshakes will be available in the cafeteria at lunch for $3 each. The last round of shakes will be sold on Wednesday, April 22.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Available flavours include vanilla, strawberry, and chocolate.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you in advance for your support.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/0e239d08-1423-4b62-8b1f-e2d39dba439e" alt="IMG 9528" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Save the Date for Neurovibes!</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">What is neurodiversity? Neurodiverse refers to&nbsp;</span><mark style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>a group, community, or society comprising individuals with a variety of neurological conditions and brain functions</span></mark><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, emphasizing that differences like autism, ADHD, and dyslexia are natural variations of the human brain.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you or someone you love is neurodiverse, and/or you want to learn more, I highly encourage attendance to the FREE Neurovibes conference April 29 5-9PM. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/d3cc3e19-3aa9-4812-b6b3-a5a76a4333df" alt="IMG 9765" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mental Health Supports</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LDSB wishes to highlight the importance of caring for mental health and well-being. Support is available in the community; reaching out to a trusted adult, family member, friend, or support professional can make a meaningful difference when someone is struggling.&nbsp;</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Kids Help Phone – Call or text 988 for 24/7 support across Canada</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Kids Help Phone – Text CONNECT to 686868 or access live chat at kidshelpphone.ca</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Maltby Centre (March 17 Kingston Walk-in Clinic; March 18 Sydenham Walk-in Clinic)</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fonestoptalk.ca%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Claskos%40limestone.on.ca%7Cb14dd233a34d42bf914508de810736af%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639090065223789670%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=uh2H9dEBr7qI5HKjUxY8GMG7Gm5n4Tgk17Px3N%2BMJBY%3D&amp;reserved=0" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">One Stop Talk</span></u></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> – Call 1-855-416-8255 or connect online</span></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Resolve Counselling Services in Kingston and Napanee</span></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fkingstonhomebase.ca%2Fone-roof%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Claskos%40limestone.on.ca%7Cb14dd233a34d42bf914508de810736af%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639090065223835669%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=KSxfkg%2Bb2ivBdPoWNAMTbti3X4fBsvoGu9tyGr9h1VY%3D&amp;reserved=0" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">One Roof Kingston</span></u></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> (ages 12 to 25)</span></li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frflahealth.ca%2Fhome%2Fprograms%2Fyouth-hub%2F%3Fdoing_wp_cron%3D1773409338.1975519657135009765625&amp;data=05%7C02%7Claskos%40limestone.on.ca%7Cb14dd233a34d42bf914508de810736af%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639090065223861539%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=yJvfqRidMedq9X9CBXC3Vjg81TwPsACXQuSVqBFdlhY%3D&amp;reserved=0" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Lennox and Addington Youth Hub</span></u></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> (ages 10 to 24)</span></li><li value="8" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In an emergency, call </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">911</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> or visit the nearest emergency department</span></li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><br></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/f6eb18c3-9ffd-4c19-a2fa-c5538c05aa20" alt="IMG 9705" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">E-store for Acadie Merch</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/4g/moduledelacadie/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr"><u><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://specialtytrophies.ca/4g/moduledelacadie/</strong></b></u></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Updated selections with our current logos!&nbsp; The new stock is beautiful!</strong></b></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Upcoming:</strong></b></h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday April 17 - PA day - no school for students, teachers are the students today :-)</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Monday April 20 - Grad photo retakes - AM </span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday April 22 - Administrative Assistant's day - MERCI Mme Fitz!! &amp; Earth Day</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tuesday April 28 - Bayridge Road Race</span></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday April 29 @5PM - LDSB Neurovibes conference for educators, parents, students and community members at the Biosciences Complex Queen's University. Keynote Speaker - Dr Shelley Moore. Goal - education on, and normalizing neurodiversity.</span></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday/Friday April 30 &amp; May 1 - second immunization clinic</span></li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Sunday May 3- Monday May 4 - Acadie Robotics team to Provincial competition </span></li><li value="8" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Monday May 4-Friday May 29 - Queen's teacher candidates return</span></li><li value="9" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday May 6 - Frontenac Community Concert Band visits</span></li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><br></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/5502c517-0c65-4770-8128-4021fefc5c66" alt="Full Size Render" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Messages from Community Partners:</span><img src="/images/a1222222-c72f-4bd9-970b-19755db3e683" alt="IMG 9527" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>

<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">le jeudi 2 avril 2026</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">With the warmer and WET weather upon us, it is important that students come to school dressed for success. Unless there is a downpour, students will be outside regardless of the weather for a minimum of 40 minutes and sometimes an additional 40 minute Physical Education period. Boots, a change of clothes, and a warmer layer are encouraged, </span><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">indoor shoes are imperative</span></u><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">! Students who are not dressed for the weather conditions will live the natural consequences of being hot/cold and wet. Reach out to the school if you need support providing clothing for Spring weather conditions. ~ Sarah</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Food Sharing</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Food Sharing program at Acadie aims to provide nourishment to students to improve their readiness to learn.&nbsp; Our program is an open, grab and go program. Healthy snacks that are easy to take away are available throughout the day.&nbsp; We ask that students aim to take snacks at PAUSE and lunch time and that they be mindful of what they take to ensure there is always food available for those in need.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Food Sharing Project is a community partner of the Ontario Student Nutrition program and is a charitable organization.&nbsp; </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you would like to make a donation to the Food Sharing Project, you can do so in hte "product" tab in schoolday.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/a1222222-c72f-4bd9-970b-19755db3e683" alt="IMG 9527" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Safety Drills</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In the unfortunate event of an emergency at Acadie, we want everyone to be prepared and understand the expectations of them.&nbsp; We will be holding the following drills in the upcoming days:</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Apr 7, 2026:&nbsp; Hold &amp; Secure Drill (Threat is outside the building)</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Apr 8, 2026:</span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Lockdown Drill (Threat is inside the building)</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Teachers will be reviewing expectations for students with them in advance of these drills.&nbsp; If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out.&nbsp; </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/cbe0a629-b6d5-4e9c-8923-de0530a624e7" alt="IMG 9450" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Acadie Play</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students have been rehearsing and preparing since November to put on Poulterguise, a spooky comedy about a possible “haunting” at a middle school. We will have a total of three shows on April 8th and 9th! Two matinees for Acadie students and elementary students, and one evening show at 6:30 pm on April 8th. A donation to the arts upon entry is appreciated; we hope to see you there! ~ M Sam</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/a5a53d54-8497-4bf8-aef2-7ce21c9177bf" alt="IMG 9453" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">RKY Registration - Grade 7s</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Registration for grade 7s to attend RKY June 9-11 is active on school day.&nbsp; This trip is a wonderful opportunity for students to enjoy their peers outside the school setting, challenge themselves to do new things and plain have fun! &nbsp; The students heard a presentation about all the details they need to know about camp - ask them what they learned.&nbsp; If you have further questions, reach out to Mme Lasko </span><a href="mailto:laskos@limestone.on.ca" class="editor-link"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">laskos@limestone.on.ca</span></u></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">* Cost will not inhibit a student from participating, if you need financial assistance, please contact your child’s homeroom teacher or the Acadie office.&nbsp; </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Further there is a spot in schoolday “products” for families to offer a donation to support a student in need.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please toggle yes or no to confirm your family has made a choice and avoid repeat notices being sent for response.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">👨‍👩‍👧 </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Parent Chaperones Needed!</strong></b><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In order to make this trip successful we will need the support of parent chaperones. &nbsp; Chaperones must hold a current CPIC.&nbsp; If you are interested in chaperoning for all or part of the trip, please begin the process of applying for your CPIC now since it can take a long time to process. Please fill out this volunteer survey if you are interested in chaperoning for RKY: </span><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1f60lQ4DcR50Juv_0Sg1vIqHNKGwNNsCOnLK4D-28dTY/edit" class="editor-link"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1f60lQ4DcR50Juv_0Sg1vIqHNKGwNNsCOnLK4D-28dTY/edit</span></u></a></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">La Ronde Registration - Grade 8s</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Registration for grade 8s to attend their year end school trip: La Ronde, is live on schoolday. Please toggle yes or no to confirm your family has made a choice and avoid repeat notices being sent for response.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">* Cost will not inhibit a student from participating, if you need financial assistance, please contact your child’s homeroom teacher or the Acadie office. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Further, there is a spot in schoolday “products” for families to offer a donation to support a student in need.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Please toggle yes or no to confirm your family has made a choice and avoid repeat notices being sent for response.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Acadie and FSS Tech department Collaboration</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mme Gauthier-Marois' classes worked on a woodworking project in art class. Thank you to the FSS tech department who collaborated with us sharing their space and expertise! </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/634bc356-5bd5-4479-9aa0-8d599263c807" alt="IMG 8872" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/acfd3c22-c65e-4346-b884-e4164d0f7371" alt="IMG 8871" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/c6230f15-57db-4dbd-8c38-655ed272016a" alt="IMG 8874" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">FSS Coffee House</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Coffee House date has been moved to April 15th, 2026. This will happen in the library from 7 to 9 pm. This will feature many Acadie students playing with the level 100 band! There is a suggested donation of $2. There will be snacks and coffee available.&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The coffee house tends to be a less formal event, so folks are encouraged to arrive and leave as they need to. The Level 100 band is scheduled slightly later in the program (approximately 8 pm) </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/fb6301a7-d6b0-4799-b21f-bcf0d95f9d2a" alt="IMG 9438" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Pi Contest</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In order to celebrate Pi Day and our work calculating the area of circles, students in M. Lavergne’s 7E1, 7L1 and 7L2 math classes were challenged to memorize as many digits of Pi as possible. The 3 students with the highest number of digits memorized won a pie from Bread and Butter. The lucky (hard-working) winners were Claire of 7E1 (120 digits), Malak of 7E1 (65 digits), and Sophia of 7L1 (87 digits). The 7E1 class also enjoyed an extra dîner en ville this past Tuesday for having the highest average digits of Pi memorized between the 3 classes (31,6 digits).&nbsp;</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/0a640379-6b1c-471b-baf9-6bb0e740104b" alt="IMG 9529" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Milkshake Sales</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">To support our Lego Robotics team in attending a provincial competition in Toronto at the beginning of May, the team is organizing a milkshake sale from Reid’s Dairy to help cover the cost of the trip.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Milkshakes will be available in the cafeteria at lunch for $3 each. They will be sold on Wednesday, April 8; Wednesday, April 15; and Wednesday, April 22.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Available flavours include vanilla, strawberry, and chocolate.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you in advance for your support.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/0e239d08-1423-4b62-8b1f-e2d39dba439e" alt="IMG 9528" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Acadie Book Sale</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Social Committee is still accepting donations to the book sale to raise funds for the Red Maple trip to Toronto in May. If you’re clearing out books at home that are appropriate for middle schoolers, please send them our way! Thank you for your support!</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mental Health Supports</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LDSB wishes to highlight the importance of caring for mental health and well-being. Support is available in the community; reaching out to a trusted adult, family member, friend, or support professional can make a meaningful difference when someone is struggling.&nbsp;</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Kids Help Phone – Call or text 988 for 24/7 support across Canada</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Kids Help Phone – Text CONNECT to 686868 or access live chat at kidshelpphone.ca</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Maltby Centre (March 17 Kingston Walk-in Clinic; March 18 Sydenham Walk-in Clinic)</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fonestoptalk.ca%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Claskos%40limestone.on.ca%7Cb14dd233a34d42bf914508de810736af%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639090065223789670%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=uh2H9dEBr7qI5HKjUxY8GMG7Gm5n4Tgk17Px3N%2BMJBY%3D&amp;reserved=0" class="editor-link"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">One Stop Talk</span></u></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> – Call 1-855-416-8255 or connect online</span></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Resolve Counselling Services in Kingston and Napanee</span></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fkingstonhomebase.ca%2Fone-roof%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Claskos%40limestone.on.ca%7Cb14dd233a34d42bf914508de810736af%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639090065223835669%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=KSxfkg%2Bb2ivBdPoWNAMTbti3X4fBsvoGu9tyGr9h1VY%3D&amp;reserved=0" class="editor-link"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">One Roof Kingston</span></u></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> (ages 12 to 25)</span></li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frflahealth.ca%2Fhome%2Fprograms%2Fyouth-hub%2F%3Fdoing_wp_cron%3D1773409338.1975519657135009765625&amp;data=05%7C02%7Claskos%40limestone.on.ca%7Cb14dd233a34d42bf914508de810736af%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639090065223861539%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=yJvfqRidMedq9X9CBXC3Vjg81TwPsACXQuSVqBFdlhY%3D&amp;reserved=0" class="editor-link"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Lennox and Addington Youth Hub</span></u></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> (ages 10 to 24)</span></li><li value="8" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In an emergency, call </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">911</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> or visit the nearest emergency department</span></li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">E-store for Acadie Merch</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/4g/moduledelacadie/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><u><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://specialtytrophies.ca/4g/moduledelacadie/</strong></b></u></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Updated selections with our current logos!&nbsp; The new stock is beautiful!</strong></b></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Upcoming:</strong></b></h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday April 3 &amp; Monday April 6 - Easter Holiday, no school - Enjoy the long weekend!</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tuesday April 7 - Hold and Secure drill </span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday April 8 - International Day of Pink &amp; Lockdown drill</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday April 8 &amp; Thursday April 9 - Acadie Players present “Poulterguise”</span></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday April 15 - FSS coffee house featuring Acadie 100 band members</span></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday April 17 - PA day - no school for students, teachers are the students today :-)</span></li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Monday April 20 - Grad photo retakes - AM </span></li><li value="8" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday April 22 - Earth Day</span></li><li value="9" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday April 29 @5PM - LDSB Neurovibes conference for educators, parents, students and community members at the Biosciences Complex Queen's University. Keynote Speaker - Dr Shelley Moore. Goal - education on, and normalizing neurodiversity.</span></li><li value="10" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday/Friday April 30 &amp; May 1 - second immunization clinic</span></li><li value="11" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Monday May 4-Friday May 29 - Queen's teacher candidates return</span></li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Messages from Community Partners:</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/dec8f5b8-e5a7-4482-9e66-564e31026256" alt="IMG 9505" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/0e808968-2083-470f-8f9a-a731918092da" alt="IMG 8478" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>

<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">le jeudi 12 février 2026</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We will wish Mme Rhamey well as she starts her maternity leave and welcomes "Baby Bennett" at some point in the next few wee</span><img src="/images/89612912-9ad2-43c7-83cc-6e8e7311b2c2" alt="IMG 8852" width="343" height="553" style="width:343px;height:553px;display:inline-block;float:right"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">ks. We look forward to meeting her little man soon! </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Bienvenue à Mme Whitmarsh (Denbeigh), who is replacing Mme Rhamey-Bennett for the rest of the year. Mme Whitmarsh will be teaching French, Phys. Ed., and Math to 7E2, and Math to 7E3. She holds a B.A. in French Literature from McGill, a teaching degree from AUT in New Zealand, and is currently enrolled as a PhD student in English Literature at Queen’s. She is very excited to be teaching at Acadie this spring, and is looking forward to getting to know everyone. Mme Whitmarsh was also on the XC/Track team at McGill, and so she is pumped to be helping out with the Acadie Track and Field team too! </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">There is lots to read this week ... and I added lots of photos for you to enjoy too. Have a WONDERFUL March Break. ~ Sarah</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/f093fa24-0fa8-4150-b86d-a33adddafac1" alt="IMG 8582" width="253" height="337" style="width:253px;height:337px;display:inline-block;float:right"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Spring Recess &amp; Spring Weather Clothing </span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">It is important for students to have an opportunity to get outside during our day for exercise, socialization, fresh air and sunshine. We will be going out if it is chilly, wet and/or mucky! Students need to dress appropriately or endure the natural consequences. Please discuss at home the benefits of outdoor time and family expectations for dress. Reach out to the school if you need support providing clothing for Spring weather conditions. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/8d8d98f6-d1f2-4652-8646-1fbadf7b5c27" alt="IMG 8692" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Gould Lake Visit with 7E2 &amp; 7E3 </span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our trip to Gould Lake was fantastic! We hiked the trails with our amazing guides who shared stories and helped us explore the forest. We built campfires together and even cooked our own lunches over the flames. Definitely a highlight! We learned about local animals and how they interact within their ecosystems. It was a great day of outdoor learning, teamwork, and unforgettable memories.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/2ee61861-11d0-48de-a3c1-33bafeb6ecc0" alt="Screen Shot 2026 03 11 at 4.59.15 PM" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Open House</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you to Mme Lesperance and the 7E4 class, and M Sam and the 7L2 volunteers for creating a fantastic Open House for future Acadie grade 7s.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Those who are looking for more information about registering at Acadie for next year can contact the office.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/336a54e9-53ca-4f51-9f3f-d0af9a821a4c" alt="IMG 8680" width="244" height="181" style="width:244px;height:181px;display:inline-block;float:left"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/6d7ecfd3-b42b-40d8-80f7-11ab71737f35" alt="IMG 8679" width="132" height="176" style="width:132px;height:176px;display:inline-block;float:left"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/2ab5970a-b427-4b91-bb45-d4b5a9cc8104" alt="IMG 8684" width="174" height="232" style="width:174px;height:232px;display:inline-block;float:right"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/5f6c2d84-a287-4c8a-801d-5ab8409128ff" alt="IMG 8683 (1)" width="162" height="216" style="width:162px;height:216px;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Limestone Skills</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you to M. Lavergne for bringing students to the Limestone Skills Competition held at St. Lawrence College. Students competed in both LEGO Robotics and LEGO Mechanical Engineering.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In LEGO Robotics, students must code their robots to autonomously complete a variety of tasks in order to score as many points as possible. In LEGO Mechanical Engineering, students build a robot that requires no coding but must complete a variety of tasks using gear ratios, claws, extending arms, and other mechanical components. Acadie students had an amazing time and represented our school well.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Congratulations to Grayson, Mackenzie, and Elliot, who placed third in the LEGO Mechanical Engineering competition. Congratulations as well to Ryker, Liam, Leo, and Matthew, who placed first in LEGO Mechanical Engineering and secured a spot for Acadie at the provincial competition, Ontario Skills, held in Toronto on May 3.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/99e5b47a-b991-4cc2-9904-b1f4ca0758da" alt="Screen Shot 2026 03 11 at 5.01.33 PM" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/344796dd-387d-4fad-9de7-a4982b885a24" alt="Screen Shot 2026 03 11 at 5.01.22 PM" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Acadie Play</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students have been rehearsing and preparing since November to put on Poulterguise, a spooky comedy about a possible “haunting” at a middle school. We will have a total of three shows on April 8th and 9th! Two matinees for Acadie students and elementary students, and one evening show at 6:30 pm on April 8th. A donation to the arts upon entry is appreciated; we hope to see you there! ~ M Sam</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/393f1e33-2d06-429d-a29b-674a83fbe2a5" alt="IMG 8695" width="314" height="235" style="width:314px;height:235px;display:inline-block;float:left"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/fb723aaa-6773-466a-b34f-477068079775" alt="IMG 8657" width="147" height="195" style="width:147px;height:195px;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 7 M</strong></b><img src="/images/48f1372b-68bc-413a-ae7c-3cd8b085b69f" alt="IMG 8797" width="197" height="147" style="width:197px;height:147px;display:inline-block;float:left"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">usique&nbsp;</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Have you heard practice? Grade 7s are just finishing up their first test of the term - encourage your musician to hold a concert for you, and show you their light green rubric with mark and feedback. If your child plays the Sax or Clarinet please check in with them to hear if they have sufficient reeds - ideally, they should have 4.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Acadie Hockey/Skating day</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A huge thank you to M Brown, Mme Fitz and Mme Lasko for organizing, along with all of the Acadie staff for supporting and supervising this event. It was lovely to see the students enjoying sharing their hockey skills with their peers and then practising (and some brand new learning) skating. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/407ce9b6-d058-436e-baf8-d837fdf92b54" alt="IMG 8844" width="248" height="186" style="width:248px;height:186px;display:inline-block;float:left"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/fa36d046-b66e-4bde-bbf1-97adcf45dbcd" alt="IMG 8818" width="245" height="326" style="width:245px;height:326px;display:inline-block;float:left"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/846148aa-eaf0-4cc5-8882-1f402a9b1ff3" alt="IMG 8829" width="212" height="159" style="width:212px;height:159px;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/3fbb33fc-5869-4b35-9751-ca37e60ca6b3" alt="IMG 8815" width="171" height="228" style="width:171px;height:228px;display:inline-block;float:left"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/69105684-b658-4fde-8308-d3d4f6c77246" alt="IMG 8822" width="171" height="228" style="width:171px;height:228px;display:inline-block;float:left"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/3555964b-51a2-451e-91bd-6f7fbc711482" alt="IMG 8846 (1)" width="171" height="227" style="width:171px;height:227px;display:inline-block;float:left"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Indigenous Learning - Beading in Art Class </span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">An Indigenous beading expert from the school board office helped 7E3 learn the art of loom beading. We designed patterns, then had the chance to try out this traditional art form for ourselves. During the week we learned the importance of patience and perseverance as we investigated a new creative skill. Student work was gorgeous! ~ M Gauthier-Marois</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/7d02ffcf-1c06-449d-b2e9-d1669a563469" alt="IMG 8802" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/d2bd28d4-011d-47dc-830d-0849ba34c55f" alt="IMG 8777" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/69bf2558-6be5-440c-961f-78520b7d4f55" alt="IMG 8778" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Manie Musicale is Back On!</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Manie Musicale</em></i><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;is an annual bracket-style competition for students and teachers of French.&nbsp; Similar to&nbsp;</span><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">March Madness</em></i><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;basketball in the United States, participants try to predict which of 16 francophone songs will be the most popular.&nbsp; Once the tournament starts, voters decide which song will advance to the next round until we have a champion.&nbsp; The best part?&nbsp; Students learn French while having fun with students from all over the world.&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you would like to join in on the fun with your child, just pop on the playlist while you are driving the parent taxi:</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOEscDhei4DYZQlRcLv0Lp9mMriVAkv7k" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Youtube: Manie Musicale Officielle 2026 </span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6aNBShF31l8suMtagGA9PA?si=jYoh8vE1Qse6jjknCjMFAw" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Spotify: Manie Musical Officielle 2026</span></a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOEscDhei4DYZQlRcLv0Lp9mMriVAkv7k" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><a href="https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/manie-musicale-2026-carbonneau-fournier/pl.u-PDb40J4uLYN54D" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Apple Music: Manie Musical Officielle 2026</span></a></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/9f2d276d-12d9-4033-ba78-703abe9d9193" alt="IMG 8571" width="365" height="274" style="width:365px;height:274px;display:inline-block;float:left"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">FSS band - term 2</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The level 100 band is back this term and is stronger than ever! We have many folks returning from last year, and many new folks this term!&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">After careful consideration, we have decided to implement a user fee of $40. All of the current curriculars at FSS charge a user fee. This user fee is intended to support the purchase of new music primarily, as well as some incidentals like snacks, and copying costs. This fee will be payable through schoolday by the end of next week. We do not want this fee to be a barrier, so please speak to Mme Lasko if this is not financially possible for you at this time.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">On another </span><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">note</em></i><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, we are working towards our first spring performance at the Coffee House March 25th in the library. Admission is free. 7 to 9 pm. ~ M Davey</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Basketball </strong></b></h2><h4 class="editor-heading-h4" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">3:3 basketball</strong></b><img src="/images/670c3e01-2e30-4119-b3c6-07d75adf57a6" alt="IMG 8591" width="421" height="561" style="width:421px;height:561px;display:inline-block;float:right"></h4><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you to all participants and volunteers who came out for last Friday’s 3v3 basketball tournament. It was a lot of fun and every team played with energy, determination, and plenty of school spirit. A big congratulations to the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Steppe Wolves</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> and the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dire Wolves</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> for taking home the tournament win! We’re proud of everyone who joined in and helped make the event such a fun success. ~ M Ross &amp; M Brown</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you to M Brown and M Ross who volunteered in organizing and coaching the Recreational basketball league that took place during the noon hour and at the weekend tournament. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Acadie Book Sale</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Social Committee is still accepting donations to the book sale to raise funds for the Red Maple trip to Toronto in May. If you’re clearing out books at home that are appropriate for middle schoolers, please send them our way! Thank you for your support!</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 8 Trip to La Ronde – Save the Date!</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The end of year trip to La Ronde will take place on Monday, June 22, 2026. The cost is approximately $150 which includes coach transportation, rides, and lunch. If you’re interested in joining us as a chaperone, please contact the school office.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are in need of a chaperone with current First-Aid certifications. Please contact Mme Johnson </strong></b><a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">johnsonm@limestone.on.ca </strong></b></a><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">if you can help.</strong></b></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 7 Trip to RKY Camp – Save the Date!</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">📅 </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Date:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> June 9-11, 2026</span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">📍 </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Destination:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> RKY Camp (Parham, ON)</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Cost:</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> Approximately </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">$245</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> (includes accommodation, activities, meals and transportation)</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">🎢 </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">What’s Included?</strong></b></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">7 meals, 8 program blocks, 2 evening programs, 2 evening snacks, 2 polar bear swims (pre-breakfast), cabin accommodations and bus transportation.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Lots of fun!&nbsp;</strong></b></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">👨‍👩‍👧 </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Parent Chaperones Needed!</strong></b><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In order to make this trip successful we will need the support of parent chaperones. &nbsp; Chaperones must hold a current CPIC.&nbsp; If you are interested in chaperoning for all or part of the trip, please begin the process of applying for your CPIC now since it can take a long time to process. Please fill out this volunteer survey if you are interested in chaperoning for RKY: </span><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1f60lQ4DcR50Juv_0Sg1vIqHNKGwNNsCOnLK4D-28dTY/edit" class="editor-link"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1f60lQ4DcR50Juv_0Sg1vIqHNKGwNNsCOnLK4D-28dTY/edit</span></u></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you have any questions about the trip, please email Ms. Milford at </span><a href="mailto:milfordh@limestone.on.ca" class="editor-link"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">milfordh@limestone.on.ca</span></u></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">E-store for Acadie Merch</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/4g/moduledelacadie/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><u><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://specialtytrophies.ca/4g/moduledelacadie/</strong></b></u></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Updated selections with our current logos!&nbsp; The new stock is beautiful!</strong></b></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Upcoming:</strong></b></h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday March 13 - period 6-7 Spring Fling Dance</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Monday March 16-20 - March Break - no school</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday March 20&nbsp; - Eid-ul-Fitr</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Monday March 23 IEPs sent home</span></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tuesday/Wednesday March 24-25 Grad Photos</span></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday March 26 - AM - grade 7s to symphony (see schoolday to register)</span></li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tuesday March 31 - Wear Blue &amp; Pink for Transgender Day</span></li><li value="8" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday April 2 Wear Tie-dye for Autism</span></li><li value="9" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday April 8 - International Day of Pink</span></li><li value="10" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday April 8 &amp; Thursday April 9 - Acadie Players present “Poulterguise”</span></li><li value="11" class="editor-listitem"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday/Friday April 30 &amp; May 1 - second immunization clinic</span></li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Messages from Community Partners:</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Panda Study&nbsp;</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Adolescent Dynamics Lab at Queen’s University is looking for parent-teen pairs to come chat about digital behaviours and get paid while you do it! All of the info you will need is in the attached poster, and if you scan the QR code it will draft an email for you, to the ADL lab coordinator and she will get in touch with you for the rest! </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/e4933143-c636-4542-a7cf-64645350b745" alt="Screen Shot 2026 02 25 at 8.47.47 PM" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><br></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/0e808968-2083-470f-8f9a-a731918092da" alt="IMG 8478" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>