December 11 2025 - Acadie News (mini)

le jeudi 11 decembre 2025

There is A LOT going on next week, we thought we would send you a mini update to help everyone have a happy and successful lead up to the holiday.

~ Sarah

Inclement Weather

On inclement weather days, we encourage your child to come to school if it is safe for them to do so.  It is important that when they come to school on these days, that they bring outside gear, PE shoes and clothes, their binders and pencil case, their reading books, and their musical instruments every time.  The schedule may be different, but lots of learning still takes place.

For students who stay home on Inclement Weather days, we ask that they check their Google Classrooms for assignments posted by their teachers.

Please report weather or transportation related absence

All parents/guardians are asked to report their student’s absence regardless of the reason, including during bus cancellations. Often, bused students find alternative ways to school and we want to ensure we know the whereabouts of every student to ensure their safety and well-being. Knowing who is supposed to be at school will allow school office staff to best ensure all students are accounted for. Students are asked to ensure they report to their first period class for attendance.
The reporting tool has two options regarding transportation:

• Inclement weather (all transportation types and walkers) for any inclement weather days when your student will not be attending school.
• Transportation (not weather-related) for any non-weather-related transportation reason when your student will not be attending school (e.g., when a bus is cancelled due to a driver shortage, not because they missed the bus)

Thank you for your support and understanding.
If your student is marked absent and the absence hasn’t been reported in advance, the SafeArrival system will attempt to reach the student’s priority contact by telephone to confirm the absence. If you receive a call regarding your student’s absence, you can enter the reason for the absence during this call.

Acadie Students May Enter the School at 8AM

Acadie students may enter the school at 8AM. Students may not be in the FSS wing of the school before 8AM. There is no access to the gym or cafeteria as there is no supervision.

Reveillon

At Acadie, one of our wonderful traditions is the celebration of Reveillon.   Reveillon is a huge party of dancing, singing and eating which takes place on December 24th and well into the night.  It is celebrated in many French communities. Acadie will celebrate it’s version of this tradition on Friday December 19.   Please check with your student to hear what they have offered to bring for their potluck meal - items can be brought to school in the morning or dropped off by parents before 10:30AM.

Holiday Gift Ideas:

Looking for holiday gift ideas?  Students could use:

• Warm outdoor clothes for recess and PE 
• A new set of pencils and erasers
• 2.5 reeds for clarinet players, 3.0 for saxaphone players

* Acadie is a scent-free school.  PLEASE DO NOT allow your child to wear perfume or scented products that they receive as gifts to school.  A number of staff and students have scent sensitivities and will have an allergic reaction.  Please enjoy these products outside of school.

Acadie Food Drive

As of this morning, the Acadie students have collected 731 items for the foodbank. There are a number of classes who are vying for the Champion title of class who has collected the most. If you are able, we are accepting both food and monetary donations for the Partners in Mission Foodbank. You can also donate directly here in the name of Acadie!

Winter Dance

Acadie will be having a winter dance on Thursday the 18th of December. Please send your student to school with $2 to participate in the dance or in the games room (proceeds will support the Acadie Food Drive). There will also be a canteen and the proceeds will go toward the Red Maple trip in the Spring. Merci, Acadie Social Committee

Grade 8 Visit FSS Tuesday December 16

Frontenac SS Staff have prepared a welcome morning for Acadie students Tuesday December 16 starting at 9:00AM. Students will hear a presentation in Library (hear about what FSS has to offer, meet a few key people, play some games, hand out swag, welcome packages, etc.). There will be a school tour with interactive activities hosted by departments/groups including: French, Athletics, Business, Trivia Team, English, Science, Math, Music, Drama and Tech.

There will be a Pizza lunch provided.

FSS Winter Concert 

Several musicians from Acadie will be sharing the stage with Frontenac musicians Friday, December 12th for the Winter Concert in the FSS Library/learning commons. From 7pm to 9pm, experience the musical, dramatic and dance talents of both Acadie and Frontenac students. This showcase will feature all of the FSS performing arts ensembles running currently, as well as all of the different classes. From guitar to jazz band, from vocal ensemble to the improv group there will be something for everyone!

Suggested entrance donation of $2. We will also be hosting a silent auction and 50/50 draw, so you may want to bring a few extra dollars. Debit is also accepted.

Jingle Bell Amazing Race

The annual Acadie Jingle Bell Amazing Race will take place on Tuesday, December 16th.  Students will be outside for over 1.5 hours as they race around the neighbourhood with their teacher/class, completing challenges and navigating different locations. Each leg of the race features physical and mental tasks. The first team to arrive at the final destination will win the Jingle Bell Amazing Race.  It is IMPERATIVE that students are dressed for success - outdoor gear to stay warm is a must!

If you or someone you know is interested in enrolling in grade 7 at Module de l’Acadie

The Limestone District School Board's Choices at 7 programs offer opportunities for students entering Grade 7 to participate in a variety of unique learning environments.

The Choices at 7 program offered at Module de l’Acadie is Extended French Immersion.

If you or someone you know is interested in finding out more about our program, you are invited to attend the information night Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at 6:00 p.m at Module de l’Acadie.

 Register HERE (registration active December 12)

If your child is in grade 6 at a LDSB school and has been taking French Immersion: 

An application is not required. Students currently enrolled in a LDSB French Immersion program will be automatically transferred to their immersion site. 

Gould Lake Outdoor Education Summer 2026

Registration is now OPEN at www.gouldlake.on.ca.

E-store for Acadie Merch

Click HERE to purchase Acadie Merch

Upcoming:

• Friday December 12 Recreational Volleyball tournament at KSS & FSS Winter Concert 7-9PM
• Monday December 15 B-team volleyball party 12-1
• Tuesday December 16 Grade 8s welcome to FSS orientation & Acadie Amazing Race
• Wednesday December 17 Staff vs Students Volleyball Game
• Thursday December 18 Diner en ville (change) + Acadie Dance & Games periods 6-7
• Friday December 19 Reveillon + periods 6-7 fun activity in homeroom classes
• December 22- January 5 Happy Holiday Acadie Families! Enjoy the school vacation!