le 26 juin 2026 - Acadie Grade 8 mini-update
le 25 juin 2026 - Acadie News
<p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We did it! A very successful 2025-26 Acadie year complete. Staff have enjoyed watching students grow and evolve throughout the year. We look forward to seeing the grade 7s back next year as grade 8s, and visits from grade 9s to tell us how they are doing in high school.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Enjoy a great break and beautiful summer! Sarah</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Welcome New Principal Jen Grasse</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We are happy to announce that Jen Grasse will be the Acadie/FSS principal for the 2026-2027 school year. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/a9ab4c90-7f48-4063-8d72-663a6825d584?fingerprint=ppb20260617172454" alt="processed 78060EDA 6A47 458D 9C41 D692F0AE30D4" width="217" height="289" style="width:217px;height:289px;display:inline-block;float:left"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dear Module de l’Acadie Families, </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">I am looking forward to meeting each of you and joining the wonderful team at Acadie and FSS to best support your child. During my 14 years as a Vice-Principal in the Limestone District School Board, I have been fortunate to work in a variety of schools. This includes LCVI, QECVI, ESS, NDSS, LISS, and at Educational Services supporting students with special education needs. Most recently, I have been the Principal of La Salle Intermediate and Secondary School.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> As the opportunity arises, please feel free to reach out and introduce yourself. I am excited to get to know each of you and to join our school community. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> I wish Shannon Tyner, Principal, all the best on her retirement. Her leadership legacy is reflected in her dedication and appreciation for this place.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wishing your child a successful end to the school year, and a safe and happy summer.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: start;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Take care, Ms. Jen Grasse</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Fond farewell to Ms Newell</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We were incredibly lucky to have Grace Newell Acadie this year. Her English and Science lessons were engaging, relevant, and topical. We appreciate her investment of time in the Skittles Club and will miss her greatly next year. Ms. Newell will start her new job at Holsgrove P.S. in September.</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">À la prochaine Mme Whitmarsh </span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We were so lucky to have had Mme Whitmarsh join us to cover Mme Rhamey's maternity leave. She has engaged the class in their learning, in particular in finanical literacy thanks to the Whitmarsh dollar program. We hope to see Mme Whitmarsh again as a supply teacher next year as she balances her commitments as a PhD student.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/97b5a9e2-20c1-49ea-8455-eb527e594bfe?fingerprint=ppb20260625212019" alt="IMG 7814" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Au revoir Mme Chantal</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We will never look at pink cheetah print again without thinking of Mme Chantal. Thanks for being with us in term 2 and supporting yearbook and all the year end trips and projects! We look forward to seeing you again next year as a supply teacher!</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you Mrs. Bronsema </span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mrs Bronsema joined us to fill a leave in the English department. Her excellent planning and organization helped students accomplish a lot in the last few months of school. We are so happy she joined us on our year end fieldtrips! Best wishes in your next post Mrs. Bronsema. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/4da86911-c736-4c06-9acc-699f9810f84a?fingerprint=ppb20260625183941" alt="IMG 0842" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Merci Erie </span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our Acadie Grandma - Mme Erie - has been our yard supersisor for the last 5 years. We are thankful for her service.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/2e82a44e-c2a5-4912-84cb-75c1ed8f45ae?fingerprint=ppb20260625180658" alt="IMG 0835" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 7 Community Music Concert and Celebration</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/f2982a47-f506-4e35-a8d7-239f5fa2521b?fingerprint=ppb20260624175810" alt="IMG 1335" width="330" height="247" style="width:330px;height:247px;display:inline-block;float:right"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">All the grade 7 students travelled by Kingston transit for our downtown adventure June 19th. The students gave a wonderful concert to their fans and supporters! They learned a little about their city during the scavenger hunt, applying their French skills with clue and to order the prize - a treat at White Mountain. Thank you to the chaperones who helped us travel safely and the whole Foster family for helping us get all our equipment to and from the venue. Merci to the grade 7 staff and the LDSB French as a Second Language Engagement Grant for funding this full day opportunity for Acadie grade 7s. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/c912e8de-3b97-4f52-a04b-31ae629fea9a?fingerprint=ppb20260624175809" alt="IMG 0738" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/ca28c9ac-82c3-411c-91b9-82b8337ba7be?fingerprint=ppb20260624175802" alt="IMG 0748" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/a4b8daee-436c-4e44-aacd-5b1f05439e28?fingerprint=ppb20260624175802" alt="IMG 0746" 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;">7E4 Author visit </strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This term, the students in 7E4 have been reading the </span><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Les dragouilles </em></i><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> series about potato dragons who travel the world and relate the culture and geography of different cities. The students of 7E4 made their own Kingston-inspired version of a </span><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Dragouilles </em></i><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">adventure by preparing real potatoes and filming them in front of a green screen.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The class had a visit from the author of </span><i><em class="editor-text-italic" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Les dragouilles</em></i><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> series, Karine Gottot, who gave a fantastic presentation about her work and the background for the characters. The class got to premiere their Kingston movies which were well received. Mme Gottot has placed Module de l’Acadie on the front page of the series website! Check it out using this link: </span><a href="https://www.lesdragouilles.com/" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://www.lesdragouilles.com/</span></u></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you to LDSB French as a Second Language Engagement Grant for funding this special opportunity for our students.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/72b66b34-7cf0-44fb-b682-b4219a644dd8?fingerprint=ppb20260625180359" alt="IMG 1304" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/1f7583ff-68c9-4045-a5c9-428307b1dc6d?fingerprint=ppb20260625180354" alt="IMG 1295" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Future Acadie Student Visit</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Last week, 7E1 & 7L1 welcomed the incoming 2026-27 grade 7 class to experience the school before their arrival in September. The classes were great ambassadors - they taught their new peers all about Acadie and had fun! Merci 7E1, 7L1, M Lavergne, M Sam, Ms Newell and Mme Keely for work on this welcome.</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 8 Year End Trip to La Ronde</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Fun was had by the grade 8s during their trip to La Ronde. Big thank you to Mme Johnson with the assistance of M Mailloux and Mme Fitz for organizing this trip.</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Recognition Assembly </span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/1bbfc55a-bc02-485e-8a74-06e2868b38df?fingerprint=ppb20260625180059" alt="IMG 7778" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/c8020986-e736-4940-a04d-37e323ab068e?fingerprint=ppb20260625180053" alt="IMG 7781" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/b8c5491a-60f1-408d-bb77-c16414af1283?fingerprint=ppb20260625180053" alt="IMG 7779" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We held our annual celebration for club members, sports participants and those who engaged in special activities throughout the year. Certificates, trophies and HEAPS of applause was handed out. Enjoy the photos!</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 8 Graduation</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The grade 8 graduation was a wonderful celebration of our class of 2026 and a perfect finish to a year well done. The boat cruise was filled with dancer and kids with THE BEST manners! Fun was had by all. A HUGE thank you to the Acadie staff members who put in their time and heart into planning the celebration for students and families. Bravo! </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">(My paparazzi self took a break last night. There are photos coming from our photog mama - but not until tomorrow. I'll put out an extra edition of Acadie news tomorrow with pictures.) </span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: justify;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Yearbook </strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">For grade 8s who missed the yearbook last year, there are a few 2025 copies available for $25. See Ms Fitz/Lasko for a copy. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/5778638a-be20-40af-a1e5-cb96884a20c0?fingerprint=ppb20260624175808" alt="IMG 0741" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Art Donations Requested</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The art room will happily accept donations of any unused art supplies. Pipecleaners, thread, fabric, yarn, glitter, as well as beads, markers, pencil crayons, glue, felt, or any other tools or supplies that could be used for art in any way are happily accepted. Please send along with your child to Mme Gauthier-Marois in room 204.</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Late Entry French Immersion</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/736e43ac-6414-4a8a-a1f3-467290473e55?fingerprint=ppb20251217014056" alt="logo" width="123" height="123" style="width:123px;height:123px;display:inline-block;float:left"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Registration is still open. If you or a peer would like to register your student for our Choices at 7- late French immersion program, please follow the link: </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/choices_at_7" class="editor-link"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://www.limestone.on.ca/choices_at_7</span></u></a></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;">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"><img src="/images/d6703079-8a80-47bb-bbf8-d9c4b9873b95?fingerprint=ppb20260430194719" alt="IMG 9889" 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;">Upcoming:</strong></b></h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 26 - PA day HAPPY SUMMER!</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">First day of school 2026-27 - Wednesday September 2 2026</span></li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LDSB News</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><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. </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&data=05%7C02%7Claskos%40limestone.on.ca%7Cb14dd233a34d42bf914508de810736af%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639090065223789670%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=uh2H9dEBr7qI5HKjUxY8GMG7Gm5n4Tgk17Px3N%2BMJBY%3D&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&data=05%7C02%7Claskos%40limestone.on.ca%7Cb14dd233a34d42bf914508de810736af%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639090065223835669%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=KSxfkg%2Bb2ivBdPoWNAMTbti3X4fBsvoGu9tyGr9h1VY%3D&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&data=05%7C02%7Claskos%40limestone.on.ca%7Cb14dd233a34d42bf914508de810736af%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639090065223861539%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=yJvfqRidMedq9X9CBXC3Vjg81TwPsACXQuSVqBFdlhY%3D&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"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Community Partners</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Free Goodlife Memberships for teens age 12-17: </span><a href="about:blank" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">www.teenfitness.ca</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/b70db637-95a1-4b4d-ae82-7cddfaa536ec?fingerprint=ppb20260524231602" alt="IMG 0162" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/096da585-43bc-461f-8f80-4060fd2d958c?fingerprint=ppb20260524231600" alt="IMG 0161" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>
le 12 juin 2026 - Acadie News
<h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">le vendredi 12 juin 2026</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> There are 9 more days of school! We have had a great year and there is lots to celebrate! Check out what we have been up to and what's up next! ~ Sarah </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/27fba351-598c-4a48-9179-66c00543e749?fingerprint=ppb20260612193951" alt="IMG 0543" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">RKY</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The grade 7 students returned from RKY camp last night having accomplished many challenges - from the rock wall, to trying new food, kayaking and sleeping in a cabin of gigglers! Enjoy the pictures sprinkled through the newsletter.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">A HUGE thanks to teacher volunteers and parent chaperones; without their donation of time, and energy, and SLEEP, this trip would not be possible!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Sleepover staff: Mme Lasko, M Sam, Ms Newell, M Ross, Mme Witmarsh, Mme Steadman, Kristen, Jackie, Mo, Heather, Renee, Mark, Philip, Greg, Sandra, Shawn & Rob</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Day staff: Mme Gauthier-Marois, Mme Keeley, M Lavergne, Ms Benn, Ms Bronsema & Mme Fitz</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/337b6f63-b5ce-46f6-93a3-3f3c9bc18493?fingerprint=ppb20260612194455" alt="IMG 0579" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/5d589c5d-f3a4-4c26-9d72-562269d46d51?fingerprint=ppb20260612193951" alt="IMG 0537" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/cbc63224-1fee-4f06-95d2-975b8b8b5bf3?fingerprint=ppb20260612193950" alt="IMG 0501" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/ab36dd35-13ee-4636-ab21-fe3791159921?fingerprint=ppb20260612193949" alt="IMG 0517" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/df9cbeb8-282d-4c6d-908e-fa1148528c51?fingerprint=ppb20260612193948" alt="IMG 0414" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 7 Community Music Concert and Celebration - Save the Date!</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><img src="/images/24b1149b-5f59-4006-8963-904dbb4d1293?fingerprint=ppb20260524234032" alt="Screenshot 2026 05 24 at 7.40.21 PM" width="207" height="116" style="width:207px;height:116px;display:inline-block;float:left"></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">On </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday June 19th, 8:15am-2:30pm</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, all Acadie grade 7 students will be exploring our city through the lenses of French, History, and Community, and will be sharing their music skills with family and community members! The day will be divided into three sections; students will share an instrumental music performance for spectators, enjoy a scavenger hunt downtown, and “dîner au CENTRE-ville” (lunch out downtown). This is a wonderful opportunity to apply our French, History and Music learning to authentic activities. We will be travelling to and from Acadie using Kingston Transit - a lesson on how to use the bus will be integrated in our travel.</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Skittles/Pride Month</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Acadie’s very own Skittles Club is preparing to decorate our halls with some LGBTQIA2S+ representation and educational materials during June, Pride month. Students are also encouraged to attend the Kingston Pride Parade on June 13th at 11:30 am at the Kingston Memorial Centre (303 York Street) to march with LDSB!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/dcd91164-5adf-4975-a32a-8e216f0d8c0b?fingerprint=ppb20260612193950" alt="IMG 0467" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Track & Field</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The Acadie Track & Field team had a fabulous 2026 season. We took 54 athletes to the region 2 meet, and had 30 athletes advance to district meet last week. Both of our 4x100m relay teams took 1st place in our region - this is something that we are very proud of! Thank you to coaches Benn, Whitmarsh and Sam for their training support and organization!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/58926128-f7d5-47d7-bc90-cd7174f1de1d?fingerprint=ppb20260612193938" alt="IMG 0362" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 8 Music Concert</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Acadie’s Grade 8 Music classes were on stage on Tuesday, June 2nd for their end-of-year concert! It was a packed set, with wonderful performances from every class for an audience of over 40 Acadie family members as well as all Grade 7 classes! M. Wiens and M. Mailloux congratulate the Grade 8s once again on their performance and achievements in Music this year, and extend thanks to all families, whether in attendance or not, for the hard work and organization that goes into making our music program possible.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/5e3a973f-3485-4f04-8844-75f33edf9f14?fingerprint=ppb20260612195045" alt="IMG 0271" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/49846029-492f-4063-9239-9c63036b9e94?fingerprint=ppb20260612195046" alt="IMG 0272" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: justify;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 8 Graduation Details:</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grad rehearsal: Wednesday, June 24</strong></b><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>th</span></sup><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> 8:15-10:15 AM</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">It is imperative for grade 8 students to be present and on time on the morning of June 24th so they can attend the grad rehearsal which will run from 8:15-10:15 AM. This will ensure that all students know what to expect and what their responsibilities will be on the afternoon of grad. Report cards will be handed out at the end of the grad rehearsal and we ask that you do not schedule any appointments until after this time. Parents picking up students early to prepare for grad are asked to inform the office ahead of time by email or phone call or to send a note with your student. Students with permission to sign out directly after graduation rehearsal will do so in the gym with a designated staff member (TBD). </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grad ceremony: Wednesday, June 24</strong></b><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>th</span></sup><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> 4:00-5:30 PM in the Frontenac Secondary School gym</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students will be required to arrive no later than 3:45 PM and will proceed to the designated area as directed in the grad rehearsal. Seating is first come, first served, and at this time we do not restrict families to a certain number of guests. No tickets are required. Please prepare to be in a HOT gym for the duration of the ceremony. The ceremony is typically over by 5:30, but that time can flex from year to year depending on the number of graduates we have. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grad Cruise: Wednesday, June 24</strong></b><sup style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span>th </span></sup><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> (7:30 PM arrival time) 8:00-10:00 PM (cruise) at Crawford's Wharf</strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our grad cruise on the Island Queen will take place from 8:00-10:00 PM and departs from Crawford's Wharf at 1 Brock Street in downtown Kingston. Students must arrive no later than 7:30 PM in order to have attendance done and to board the boat for the 8:00 PM departure. Please allow extra time for parking as the downtown area is very busy during this time. Permission form and associated cost will be posted on school day in June. Cake is provided by the school on the cruise but there is also a snack bar available on board if students would like to bring cash or debit to purchase additional drinks or snacks.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/68b5fb12-a78a-4466-91b2-132b082aa8d5?fingerprint=ppb20260612193936" alt="IMG 0438" 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;">Grade 8 Year End Trip to La Ronde</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students will arrive at school on their regular buses. Upon arrival, they must present their physical OHIP card to their homeroom teacher (photocopies will not be accepted).</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Buses will depart the school at 8:30 a.m. and return at approximately 9:30 p.m.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students should bring a lunch to eat on the bus. Each student will also receive a voucher that includes a meal, drink, and snack. Please note that outside food is not permitted inside the park.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students are encouraged to bring sunscreen, a hat, and a refillable water bottle for the day.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Backpacks are not permitted inside the park, but small drawstring bags or fanny packs are.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><a href="https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1OQtCBg0meLldTlSjywn2hHJupqg1jm9jdzxd9A968hs/edit?usp=sharing" class="editor-link"><u><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LA RONDE SLIDESHOW 2026</strong></b></u></a><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you have any questions, please reach out to M. Mailloux at </span><a href="mailto:maillouxn@limestone.on.ca" class="editor-link"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">maillouxn@limestone.on.ca</span></u></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/5994cc75-9cd6-4e2f-bbd2-7eaff5523feb?fingerprint=ppb20260612200004" alt="IMG 0356" 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;">Yearbook </strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you missed the due date, there are 6 additional copies of the 2026 yearbook for sale on a first come, first served basis. For grade 8s who missed the yearbook last year, there are a few 2025 copies available for $25. See Ms Fitz for either copy. Thank you to head editor Matthew D, Mme Fitz and Mme Chantal for their hard work in getting this year's edition to press!</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Frisbee</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The A team earned 2nd place and the B team played hard. Everyone had a lot of fun. Thanks to M Brown and M Ross for coaching!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/04bb837d-0cbf-49c5-acd6-97b9cc84ed9b?fingerprint=ppb20260612194451" alt="IMG 0445" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Art Donations Requested</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The art room will happily accept donations of any unused art supplies. Pipecleaners, thread, fabric, yarn, glitter, as well as beads, markers, pencil crayons, glue, felt, or any other tools or supplies that could be used for art in any way are happily accepted. Please send along with your child to Mme Gauthier-Marois in room 204.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/60c8e543-3651-4f00-aea7-3e994803c5ea?fingerprint=ppb20260612194456" alt="IMG 0553" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Late Entry French Immersion</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/736e43ac-6414-4a8a-a1f3-467290473e55?fingerprint=ppb20251217014056" alt="logo" width="123" height="123" style="width:123px;height:123px;display:inline-block;float:left"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Registration is still open. If you or a peer would like to register your student for our Choices at 7- late French immersion program, please follow the link: </span><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/choices_at_7" class="editor-link"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://www.limestone.on.ca/choices_at_7</span></u></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/636a64de-836e-476b-9103-40a37e0728a6?fingerprint=ppb20260612194454" alt="IMG 0546" 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"><img src="/images/d6703079-8a80-47bb-bbf8-d9c4b9873b95?fingerprint=ppb20260430194719" alt="IMG 9889" 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;">Upcoming:</strong></b></h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 13 - Kingston Pride Parade - 11:30 starting at the Memorial Centre & walking down Princess St</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 16 - Frontenac SS exams start & PM Author visit for 7E4</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 17 - Improv - Think Fast Comedy show 9:45-10:45 in French! & future 7L student orientation</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 18 - future 7E student Orientation - AVPS in the AM, JRHS in the PM & Gould Lake - 8E2 (Johnson), 8E3 (Benn), 7L1 (Sam) + 7L2 (Bronsema)</span></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 19 - Downtown day music concert for grade 7s - parents and supporters invited</span></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 22 - Gr 8 - la ronde & 7E4 trip</span></li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 24 - Report cards home & Grade 8 Grad & cruise</span></li><li value="8" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 25 - last day of school</span></li><li value="9" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 26 - PA day HAPPY SUMMER!</span></li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">LDSB News</span></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><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. </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&data=05%7C02%7Claskos%40limestone.on.ca%7Cb14dd233a34d42bf914508de810736af%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639090065223789670%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=uh2H9dEBr7qI5HKjUxY8GMG7Gm5n4Tgk17Px3N%2BMJBY%3D&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&data=05%7C02%7Claskos%40limestone.on.ca%7Cb14dd233a34d42bf914508de810736af%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639090065223835669%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=KSxfkg%2Bb2ivBdPoWNAMTbti3X4fBsvoGu9tyGr9h1VY%3D&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&data=05%7C02%7Claskos%40limestone.on.ca%7Cb14dd233a34d42bf914508de810736af%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639090065223861539%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=yJvfqRidMedq9X9CBXC3Vjg81TwPsACXQuSVqBFdlhY%3D&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"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Community Partners</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Free Goodlife Memberships for teens age 12-17: </span><a href="about:blank" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">www.teenfitness.ca</span></a></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/b70db637-95a1-4b4d-ae82-7cddfaa536ec?fingerprint=ppb20260524231602" alt="IMG 0162" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/096da585-43bc-461f-8f80-4060fd2d958c?fingerprint=ppb20260524231600" alt="IMG 0161" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p>