Module de l'Acadie

<h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">le jeudi 14 mai 2026</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Spring has sprung - consolidation of learning, summative tasks, learning celebrations and year end trips are in student schedules for the remainder of the school year! Please help your student experience success during this exciting time of year - adequate sleep and exercise, healthy eating, and a sense of what to expect in their schedules will help with emotional regulation at both school and home. Year end celebrations and special events also require extra time invested by teaching staff - when you have the chance, please join me in saying THANKS to staff for volunteering their time as coaches, organizers, tour directors and chaperones. ~ Sarah </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/60e59a85-b317-45e4-a745-ba58c00c7ca6?fingerprint=ppb20260514202118" alt="IMG 9968" 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 7 Music Concert - Save the Date</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, June 19 Grade 7 classes will be presenting a concert in Market Square in downtown Kingston along with participating in a French/History/Community-centred scavenger hunt and enjoying “Diner en Ville, Centre-ville”.&nbsp; The fans of our grade 7 musicians are invited to come and enjoy the concert.&nbsp; More information to come. ~ Mme Lasko</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 8 Music Concert - Save the Date</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">On Tuesday, June 2nd, please join the Acadie Grade 8 Music Department for a 9AM concert to ring in the home stretch! -M. Weins</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Forest of Reading Festival&nbsp;</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/d9c11ff3-62ac-4b50-81f5-28dec55f5425?fingerprint=ppb20260514200557" alt="Screenshot 2026 05 14 at 4.02.05 PM" width="232" height="305" style="width:232px;height:305px;display:inline-block;float:left"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">54 students and 4 chaperones attended the annual Festival of Reading on Wednesday at the Harbourfront Centre in Toronto. In an exciting twist, a novel written by a first-time author won the Red Maple Award - the winner was ‘If We Tell You’, by Nicola Dahlin. Runners-up were ‘The Factory’ by Catherine Egan, and ‘Finding Harmony’ by Eric Walters.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We met several of our favourite authors, attended workshops hosted by authors/illustrators, and visited the many booths and displays. We even got to get our photos taken while determining, ‘How many books tall am I?’&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">It was great to have Ms. Milford share such a wonderful day with the students! We want to extend our thanks to Ms. Newell for organizing such an amazing experience, and Mme. DaCosta and Ms Benn for volunteering to chaperone!</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/6614dc0b-96dd-4434-8064-481bed38e5f0?fingerprint=ppb20260514200559" alt="Screenshot 2026 05 14 at 4.01.46 PM" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/14a3c982-b129-41d3-98ae-b0c2b5cb1015?fingerprint=ppb20260514200558" alt="Screenshot 2026 05 14 at 4.01.53 PM" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/160feeeb-386b-4027-bb13-78bc14cbdf9d?fingerprint=ppb20260514200557" alt="Screenshot 2026 05 14 at 4.02.17 PM" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Frontenac Community Concert Band Visit</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Many thanks to the Frontenac Community Concert Band who came for a visit to WOW students with their musical tallent, teach about their instruments and inspire students to continue in their music education. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/e6d3d5df-5d15-41a9-9790-3356aac9cd9d?fingerprint=ppb20260514202113" alt="IMG 9962" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/09875184-a7bc-4eb2-b5a1-f7e5e07b0abb?fingerprint=ppb20260514202114" alt="IMG 9958" 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;">Football&nbsp;</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Football tryouts wrapped up this week with an excellent turnout. Coaches were very impressed with the talent, effort, and enthusiasm shown by all students. The teams played very well and had a lot of fun taking to the field this week in a couple exhibition games in preparation for the tournament next week on Wednesday May 20th. We are looking forward to a fun tournament at LCVI! </span><br><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">-Coaches Brown and Ross</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Road Race&nbsp;</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our running club members participated in the LCVI Road Race last week and did a phenomenal job! All of our senior girls had great times, and one of our senior girls even made the top 10. Our boys team finished in 2nd, with a 1st and 6th place finish from two of our senior boys. Well done runners, your coaches are proud of all of your hard work and dedication! We look forward to continuing to practice for the month of May alongside our distance runners for Track &amp; Field. </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">-Coaches Whitmarsh and Sam</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Track &amp; Field&nbsp;</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Track and Field practices are off to a great start. The practice schedule for all of May and June is posted on the sports board and events are colour coded. Scheduled training blocks run Monday at lunch, Monday after school, Tuesday at lunch, Thursday at lunch, and Thursday after school. Please ask your athlete which training blocks they are scheduled to attend.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Region 2 track and field meet is on Wednesday, June 3rd</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">. Athletes who advance will compete at the District meet on Tuesday, June 9th. Accommodations will be make for gr. 7s who have a conflict between this meet and the RKY trip.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">-Coaches Benn, Whitmarsh, and Sam</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/b97bebeb-ec2b-4e47-9313-d76b84f835d7?fingerprint=ppb20260514202117" alt="IMG 9971" 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&nbsp;</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Module de l'Acadie yearbooks are now available for sale on a first come, first served basis. Yearbooks are posted under the </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">‘PRODUCTS’</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> tab on School-Day. If you would like to purchase a yearbook, please order as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Orders will close as soon as we have sold available quantities. Thank you to Mme Chantal and head editor Matthew D for their hard work in getting this year's edition to press!</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"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Diner en ville - Updated schedule</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Staff have seen continued growth and maturity in our students throughout this year.&nbsp; With this in mind, we are giving students an extra opportunity to enjoy diner en ville each week if they choose.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 8s </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">- Tuesdays and Fridays</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 7s</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> - Wednesdays and Fridays</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students do not have to spend money; they are welcome to go to Lasalle Park or Auden Park, or go for a walk in the neighbourhood behind the school.&nbsp; The off-property privilege can be about enjoying nature and each others’ company, rather than about spending money.&nbsp; We will be reinforcing this message at school and invite you to discuss it with your child as well.</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">RKY Packing List</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Here's all students need for the grade 7 trip to RKY: </span><a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IzNaQBbE9m4JklLRiqH97FrM5z4Clvrqbzk9OurrE3c/edit?usp=sharing" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Kit List 2026</span></a></p><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.&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"><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;">May 15 - Heritage Fair, Ms. Tyner’s last day</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 18 - Victoria Day</span></li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 19 - Welcome back, Mr. Bonham-Carter &amp;100 band grade 8s &amp; FSS band at Wonderland&nbsp;</span></li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 20 - 7E1, 7E2, 7E3, 7E4 to Fort Henry&nbsp;&amp; Football tournament</span></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 21 - 7L1, 7L2, 8L1, 8L2, at Fort Henry&nbsp;</span></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 28 - Diner en Ville for all</span></li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">May 29 - PD Day &amp; goodbye to our teacher Candidates</span></li><li value="8" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 2 - Gr. 8 music performance in the AM</span></li><li value="9" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 3 - Regional Track &amp; Field&nbsp;</span></li><li value="10" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 9 - District Track &amp; Field&nbsp; </span></li><li value="11" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 9-11 - Gr 7s RKY</span></li><li value="12" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 12 - Ultimate Frisbee (grade 8s only)</span></li><li value="13" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 16 - Improv - Think Fast Comedy show 9:45-10:45 in French! &amp; Frontenac SS exams start&nbsp;&amp; PM Author visit for 7E4</span></li><li value="14" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 17 - future 7L student orientation</span></li><li value="15" 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 &amp; Gould Lake - 8E2 (Johnson), 8E3 (Benn), 7L1 (Sam) + 7L2 (Bronsema)</span></li><li value="16" 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="17" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 22 - Gr 8 - la ronde &amp; 7E4 trip &amp; report cards home</span></li><li value="18" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 24 - Grad &amp; cruise</span></li><li value="19" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">June 25 - last day of school</span></li><li value="20" 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;">le jeudi 30 avril 2026</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The next two months move quickly at Acadie. We thank parents for helping their student "keep their foot on the gas" and finish strong in their academic engagement and behaviour. There are many special events, team building activities and class trips planned - we encourage all students to engage and enjoy! </span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Staff have seen an increase in students accessing the food sharing offerings. We have reminded students that the food is available for those who don't have enough food; it is not an alternative to good planning and lunch packing on the student's part. We thank parents for supporting their student in practicing packing sufficient lunches if the food is available at your home. ~ Sarah </span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Welcome Mrs Bronsama</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/c7add854-e975-4bbb-a5f0-35ee88d8b309?fingerprint=ppb20260430194719" alt="Screenshot 2026 04 30 at 3.41.13 PM" width="139" height="181" style="width:139px;height:181px;display:inline-block;float:right"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">My name is Mrs. Bronsema, and I am excited to be joining the school community as a Long Term Occasional teacher for the remainder of the school year, teaching Science, Health, and English. I completed my studies at Queen’s University, where I majored in Biology, and I have a particular passion for teaching intermediate students, with Grade 7 and 8 being my favourite grades to work with. I am committed to creating a structured, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment where students feel supported and encouraged to grow in their learning. </span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Queen’s Teacher Candidates</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Also, welcome back Queen’s Teacher Candidates: Amy Dimitrov with M Sam and Mme Lasko, Sarah Steadman with Ms Benn and Sophia Herrington with Mme Gauthier-Marois.&nbsp; These teacher candidates will be supporting the teaching and learning at Acadie during the month of May.&nbsp;&nbsp;</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 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"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Diner en ville - Updated schedule</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Staff have seen continued growth and maturity in our students throughout this year.&nbsp; With this in mind, we are giving students an extra opportunity to enjoy diner en ville each week if they choose.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 8s </strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">- Tuesdays and Fridays</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 7s</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> - Wednesdays and Fridays</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Students do not have to spend money; they are welcome to go to Lasalle Park or Auden Park, or go for a walk in the neighbourhood behind the school.&nbsp; The off-property privilege can be about enjoying nature and each others’ company, rather than about spending money.&nbsp; We will be reinforcing this message at school and invite you to discuss it with your child as well.</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">How to Travel on a Different School Bus</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If your student plans to take a different bus home, please send them with a note or email or call the office to inform Ms. Fitz so she can make a bus pass. We encourage students to make their plans ahead of time instead of using the phone at school to set up last minute plans with friends. Thanks for your support.</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Running Club</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Running club has officially started its spring iteration! 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. Students 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 was the Bayridge Road Race 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. </span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" style="text-align: justify;"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Bayridge Road Race Results</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Congratulations to our runners who participated in the Bayridge Road Race on Tuesday April 28th! There were around 80 runners in both the girls and boys senior divisions. We had two girls and two boys finish in the top 10 of their respective divisions, with a 2nd place finish from one of our grade 8 runners! The entire running club represented our school exceptionally well and you made your running coaches proud. Enjoy the couple of days of rest before our next road race on Wednesday May 6th at LCVI!</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Grade 8 End‑of‑Year Trip to La Ronde!</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our Grade 8 students are celebrating the end of the school year with an exciting full‑day trip to </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">La Ronde in Montreal</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> on </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Monday, June 22</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The cost is </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">$150</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, which includes </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">coach bus transportation, lunch, a snack, and a drink</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">The bus will </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">depart at 8:30 a.m.</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> and return at </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">9:30 p.m.</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, giving students a full day to enjoy the park’s rides and attractions.</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Families are encouraged to </span><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">sign up as soon as possible</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> to secure a spot or click no if you don’t plan to attend.</span></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">RKY Packing List</span></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Here's all students need for the grade 7 trip to RKY: </span><a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IzNaQBbE9m4JklLRiqH97FrM5z4Clvrqbzk9OurrE3c/edit?usp=sharing" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Kit List 2026</span></a></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/09c5c6d8-c125-4839-94b5-11054384a172?fingerprint=ppb20260430194722" alt="IMG 9866" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><br></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mental Health Week</strong></b></h2><p class="editor-paragraph"><b><strong class="editor-text-bold" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Mental Health Week, led by the Canadian Mental Health Association, will be recognized from May 4-10</strong></b><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, with this year’s national theme being </span><a href="https://cmha.ca/mental-health-week/" class="editor-link"><u><b><strong class="editor-text-bold editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">“Come together, Canada – Stronger Connections. Better Mental Health.”</strong></b></u></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">This theme highlights the importance of meaningful social connection as a protective factor for mental well‑being. Research consistently shows that fostering a sense of belonging can enhance resilience, reduce stress, and support overall health across all age groups.&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Throughout the week, our school will be engaging students in activities that promote inclusion, positive relationships, and supportive school environments. These daily initiatives are designed to strengthen classroom and schoolwide connections, encourage empathy and kindness, and reinforce that every member of our community is valued.&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">We invite families to join us in recognizing Mental Health Week by taking moments at home to connect, whether through conversation, shared activities, or simply checking in with one another. Together, we can help create a community where all students feel safe, supported, and connected.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Here are some related resources from </span><a href="https://smho-smso.ca/" class="editor-link"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">School Mental Health Ontario</span></u></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> that you may find useful:&nbsp;</span></p><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://smho-smso.ca/parents-and-caregivers/" class="editor-link"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://smho-smso.ca/parents-and-caregivers/</span></u></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span></li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://smho-smso.ca/online-resources/info-sheet-helping-your-child-manage-digital-technology/" class="editor-link"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://smho-smso.ca/online-resources/info-sheet-helping-your-child-manage-digital-technology/</span></u></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span></li></ul><p class="editor-paragraph"><a href="https://smho-smso.ca/online-resources/easy-and-fun-mental-health-activities-for-home/" class="editor-link"><u><span class="editor-text-underline" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">https://smho-smso.ca/online-resources/easy-and-fun-mental-health-activities-for-home/</span></u></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;</span></p><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.&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"><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;">Thursday/Friday April 30 &amp; May 1 - second immunization clinic</span></li><li value="2" 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="3" 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="4" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Tuesday May 5 - National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women - Red Dress Day</span></li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday May 6 - Frontenac Community Concert Band visits, Grade 8 La Ronde Meeting, 7L1&amp;2 field trip, &amp; LCVI Road Race</span></li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday May 13 - Red Maple Trip</span></li><li value="7" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday May 15 - Kingston Regional Heritage Fair - Select grade 8s will participate</span></li><li value="8" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Monday May 18 - Victoria day - Enjoy the long weekend!</span></li><li value="9" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Wednesday May 20 - 7E1, 7E2, 7E3, 7E4 to Fort Henry&nbsp;</span></li><li value="10" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday May 21 - 7L1, 7L2, 8L1, 8L2 to Fort Henry</span></li><li value="11" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thursday May 28 - Final day for the Teacher Candidates &amp; Diner en Ville for all grades</span></li><li value="12" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday May 29 - PD Day</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/134ef468-beb8-4bc6-bf39-c5d078e87247?fingerprint=ppb20260430200737" alt="IMG 9890" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><p class="editor-paragraph"><img src="/images/d49a6fdf-405f-454a-89a4-cce416a5b37d?fingerprint=ppb20260430200740" alt="IMG 9891" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></p><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/a1222222-c72f-4bd9-970b-19755db3e683?fingerprint=ppb20260402173715" 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"><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?fingerprint=ppb20260416224418" 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?fingerprint=ppb20260416224408" 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?fingerprint=ppb20260416224413" 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?fingerprint=ppb20260416224412" 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?fingerprint=ppb20260416224410" 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?fingerprint=ppb20260416224411" 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?fingerprint=ppb20260416224408" 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?fingerprint=ppb20260416224407" 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?fingerprint=ppb20260416224417" 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?fingerprint=ppb20260416224414" 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?fingerprint=ppb20260402181547" 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?fingerprint=ppb20260416214322" 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?fingerprint=ppb20260416224405" 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?fingerprint=ppb20260416224419" 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?fingerprint=ppb20260402173715" alt="IMG 9527" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></h2><p class="editor-paragraph" dir="ltr"><br></p>