Centennial Family Update! Nov 24-28
WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS WEEK
Monday, November 24
- Student Census begins for grades 4-6
- 5/6 B to play at LCVI - Matilda
Tuesday, November 25
- 5/6 B to Museum of Health Care
- Dental Screening for K-2
Wednesday, November 26
- Lunch is Ready! - Greek Pasta
- 5/6 A to Art Museum
Thursday, November 27
- Sandy Pines presentation to Gr 3.
Friday, November 28
- Silly Sock or Hat Day!!!
Dear Families,
We wrapped up Bullying Prevention and Awareness Week with incredible energy, gratitude, and school spirit, and a commitment to ongoing learning. Students and staff participated in discussions, classroom activities, and community-building events that highlighted kindness, empathy, and the importance of being an upstander. Thank you for your support at home-together, we continue to foster a safe, inclusive, and caring school community.
Thanks to our partnership and volunteering with Charitable Gaming BINGO Corporation, we were able to purchase NEW VOLLEYBALLS for our Girls and Boys Volleyball teams as they head into their year-end tournaments. Good luck, Comets!!! We were also able to purchase new rainbow balls, wall balls, and soccer balls for every classroom to enjoy for outside recess play. We know that students will thoroughly enjoy this new equipment!
This week, students in Grades 4-6 will be participating in the Student Census. The census helps us better understand student experiences and needs so we can continue to improve our programs, supports, and school environment. Your child’s voice matters, and we appreciate your partnership as we collect this important information.
With the recent weather changes, we’re excited to share that both playground climbers will be open whenever conditions are dry during recesses. All climbers are closed between 8:50-9:05 am. Safety is always our top priority, so on days when equipment is wet or slippery, the climbers will remain closed. We thank students for their patience and cooperation as we navigate changing fall conditions.
As the weather continues to shift this fall, we encourage all students to dress appropriately for the changing temperatures. Layers, waterproof jackets, proper footwear, hats/touques, mittens/gloves, and snowpants help keep students comfortable and ready for outdoor play and learning. We often go outside for recess and learning, even with a mild drizzle - we love the fresh air and the opportunity to move around outside.
Reminder About Parking Areas
As the weather changes, more families may choose to drive to and from school. Please remember that stopping in school bus loading zones or no-stopping areas can result in high parking fines. Bylaw encourages families to respect posted signage and use alternative locations for pick-up and drop-off.
Choices at 7
We're approaching the time of the year for Choices at 7 for our current Grade 6 students. See here for more info.
Students in Grades 4-12 will participate in the Student Census this week, unless they have opted out.
About the Student Census
The Student Census is a voluntary survey for students in Grades 4 to 12. This important initiative aims to learn more about students' identities, academic achievement, and their experiences at school. By understanding more about the unique backgrounds, experiences, and needs of students, we can create a more inclusive and supportive educational environment for everyone.
The data is paired with academic information to help us understand what school is like for different groups of students.
It is important to note that:
- The survey is optional.
- Responses are confidential.
- Students can choose to answer as much or as little of the survey as they wish.
Math News
Here is the LDSB Math Newsletter below, which includes clickable live links: November Newsletter 2025
See Yourself in Limestone – Student Census Survey
Limestone is committed to creating safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environments for all students. To help us better understand how students’ identities and experiences relate to their achievement and well-being, we are launching our second See Yourself in Limestone Student Census Survey this fall. The census is a voluntary and confidential survey for students in Grades 4 to 12, running from November 24 to 28, 2025. It gathers information about students’ identities and their experiences at school. This data is then paired with academic information to help us understand what school is like for different groups of students.
Families who do not want their student(s) to complete the survey must contact Principal Lani Fox (foxla@limestone.on.ca) by Friday, November 21, 2025. Opting out means the student will not receive the survey in their e-mail inbox.
Learn more about the Student Census and how it supports equity in Limestone: limestone.on.ca/student_census
LUNCH IS READY - FAMILY SURVEY!
We’re now over halfway through our Free Lunch Program Lunch is Ready!, and the Food Share Project would love to hear your feedback on how things are going at Centennial. Our school community's input is incredibly valuable to improve the program for the rest of the year and develop future models to expand to other schools.
To help us gather well-rounded feedback, we’ve created three short surveys, one each for parents, school staff, and students:
- FAMILY Survey: To encourage participation, we’re including a giveaway draw for parents/guardians who complete the survey: https://forms.office.com/r/21VcZxFnJr
CENTENNIAL SCHOOL EXPECTATIONS - Slides for Family reference to review with your students.
School Mental Health Ontario Resources
School Mental Health Ontario offers a variety of free resources for educators, students, and families. To stay updated with the latest information, resources, and research, families can visit the SMHO website. Simply scroll to the bottom of the page, click on "Connect with Us," and enter your contact information.
Upcoming Dates
December
- Monday, December 22 - January 2nd - Winter Break
January
- Monday, January 5 - 2026 First Day Back to School
- Friday, January 30 - PA Day
February
- Monday, February 16 - Family Day Holiday
March
- Monday, March 16 - Friday, March 20 - March Break Holiday
April
- Friday, April 3 - Good Friday Holiday
- Monday, April 6 - Easter Monday Holiday
- Friday, April 17 - PA Day
May
- Monday, May 18 - Victoria Day Holiday
- Friday, May 29 - PA Day
June
- Friday, June 26 - PA Day
Ministry and Board Resources for Math and Literacy
There are many resources available designed to support your children’s learning in math and literacy, offering engaging activities that can make learning fun and effective for students and families. Visit Limestone’s Online Learning Resources and Tutoring webpage to learn more.
Attendance Matters!
We continue to emphasize the importance of regular attendance when students are healthy enough to attend. We will continue regular reach-outs for these families with regular absenteeism to develop plans to support.
KLF&A Public Health Childhood Illnesses and Exclusion
Unsure when to keep your child home when they are unwell? The KFL&A Public Health guidelines have changed and include different symptoms since Covid. Vomiting and diarrhea remain 48 hours symptom free. Other childhood illness exclusions can be found here: https://www.kflaph.ca/en/health-topics/common-childhood-illnesses.aspx
School Day Schedule
Time | Activity/learning block |
|---|---|
8:50 to 9:05 a.m. | Supervision begins on the yard |
9:05 to 10:45 a.m. | 100-minute learning block |
10:45 to 11:25 a.m. | Recess and nutrition break |
11:25 a.m. to 1:05 p.m. | 100-minute learning block |
1:05 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. | Recess and nutrition break |
1:45 to 3:25 p.m. | 100-minute learning block |
2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar
A PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online.
