​ The Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) celebrates the athletic and academic achievements of the 2022 recipients of the Dr. Jack Parry Award and Stefanko Award.

The awards honour secondary student-athletes from the Chatham-Kent and Sarnia-Lambton areas, respectively, who are outstanding in their athletic and academic achievements, as well...

​ As we come to the end of June, we wish students and families a safe and happy summer break. Thank you for your understanding and kindness toward each other and to staff during another non-traditional school year. We are proud of the efforts of our staff this past year to...

​The Sarnia Education Centre will be temporarily closed to the public Monday, July 11, 2022 to Friday, July 29, 2022 to allow for the completion of building upgrades. The Sarnia Education Centre is expected to reopen to the public on Tuesday, August 2, 2022.
The Chatham Regional Education Centre (476 McNaughton...

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Students in Grades 7-10 are invited to register to participate in summer workshops held at secondary schools throughout the Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) in July and August to support students to learn important skills for success at the secondary level.

Applied Behaviour Analysis Specialists will lead the day-long...

​ The Trustees and staff of the Lambton Kent District School Board would like to congratulate the graduating class of 2022. LKDSB graduates have accomplished incredible things while navigating unprecedented changes over the past two years. We wish all graduating students the very best as they take their next steps in...

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The Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) is excited to offer free online summer reading tutoring for LKDSB students in Kindergarten to Grade 4 to support students and families in July and August.

Students work one-on-one with a teacher for daily 20-minute blocks held weekdays throughout the three-week...

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The Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) is recognizing National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21 to celebrate the heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Metis peoples. June is National Indigenous History Month, a time for all Canadians to reflect upon and learn the...

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Great Lakes Secondary School and the Lambton Kent District School Board are excited to welcome members of the community to the grand opening of the Kim Henry - Gnaajwi Biidaabiniikwe (Beautiful Morning Woman) Room, also known as Owaanzhgan – “The Den” and school auditorium on Thursday, June 16 at...

​The Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) is committed to prioritizing the safety and well-being of students and staff and we are happy to welcome students back to in-person learning at Northern Collegiate Institute & Vocational School on Monday, June 13, 2022. On Wednesday, June 8, 2022, concerns were raised regarding...

​In consultation with the Sarnia Police Service, the Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) has decided to close Northern Collegiate Institute & Vocational School to in-person learning to students on Thursday, June 9, 2022 due to concerns about disturbing messaging found at the school. All classes will move to a virtual...

​The Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) has been notified that the Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has made an arrest in connection with the June 2 incident involving Lambton Central Collegiate and Vocational Institute. The LKDSB appreciates the efforts of the OPP in its investigation and the cooperation of...

​This information is shared on behalf of CLASS Shared School Services:
Transportation details for the 2022-23 school year will be available after August 26, 2022.  Courtesy seat applications will be accepted starting August 8, 2022 at 10:00 am. Final Elementary seating assignments will be available on the portal after August...

​ The priority for our school community remains the safety and well-being of all students and staff and we are happy to welcome our students back to in-person learning at Lambton Central Collegiate & Vocational Institute (LCCVI) on Monday, June 6, 2022. On Thursday, June 2, 2022, concerns were raised regarding...

June 3, 2022​ In consultation with the Ontario Provincial Police Service, the Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) has decided to close Lambton Central Collegiate and Vocational School to in-person learning to students on Friday, June 3 due to concerns about a potential threat at the school. All classes will move...

​There is currently a temporary power outage at the following Lambton Kent District School Board locations (Wednesday, June 1, 2022):
H.W. Burgess Public School
Indian Creek Road Public School
John McGregor Secondary School
Tecumseh Public School
Wallaceburg District Secondary School​
Please note: The schools remain open. Phone and Internet services are currently...

June is National Indigenous History Month, a time for all Canadians to reflect upon and learn the history, sacrifices, cultures, contributions and strength of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people.
LKDSB will be recognizing June 21 as National Indigenous Peoples Day. On this day and throughout the year, we...

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The month of June is nationally recognized as Pride Month in Canada. Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) join s school boards throughout the province in supporting the LGBTQ+ community with the display of the Pride Flag on flagpoles at all school and Board locations throughout the month of...

​There is currently a temporary power outage in the Tilbury area (Thursday, May 19, 2022), which is impacting Tilbury Area Public School and Tilbury District High School. Note: Both schools remain open. Phone and Internet services at the schools are currently unavailable. In the case of an emergency, please contact the Lambton Kent District School Board...

Save the Date: Great Lakes Secondary School Grand Opening of “The Den" and Auditorium on Thursday, June 16
On behalf of the Lambton Kent District School Board and Great Lakes Secondary School, you are invited to attend the grand opening of the Kim Henry - Gnaajwi Biidaabiniikwe (Beautiful Morning...

On May 17, 202 2 , the Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) recognizes the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia (IDAHOTB). On this date, LKDSB celebrate s sexual and gender diversities and denounces discrimination and violence experienced by LGBTQ+ people.   Everyone has a right to an education...

​The Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) recognizes Asian Heritage Month and Jewish Heritage Month in May, which is an opportunity to reflect on and celebrate the history and ongoing contributions of Canadians of Asian descent and Canadians of Jewish heritage and culture to support ing the growth and prosperity of...

During CMHA Mental Health Week (May 2-6) and throughout the year, the Lambton Kent District School Board supports student mental health and well-being.
The theme of this year's Mental Health Week is Empathy. Empathy is the ability to share someone else's feelings or experiences by imagining what it would be...

​ Education​​ Week 2022
​​We invite you to visit our schools as they celebrate Education Week May 2-6, 2022.  

Education Week Mes​sa​ge from D​irector John Howitt   The Ministry of Education has declared the week of May 2-6, 2022 as Education Week across Ontario. The Lambton Kent...

The following information is distributed on behalf of Chatham-Kent Lambton Administrative School Services (CLASS):
Looking for a great job? Local bus operators are hiring. Visit the CLASS website to learn how to become a school bus driver.


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Senior Administration presented the 2022 Capital Plan to Trustees at the Board Meeting on Tuesday, April 26. The Capital Plan provides an update to community partners on the status of the Lambton Kent District School Board’s (LKDSB) school conditions and demographics.

The total enrolment for the LKDSB in the 2021-2022...

Province supports the creation of new student and childcare spaces at Errol Village Public Elementary School
The Ontario government is investing $3.8 million in the Lambton Kent District School Board to for an addition at the Errol Village Public School, helping working families in Camlachie. This investment, announced by Bob...

The LKDSB Parent Involvement Committee presents: Beating Your Bias with Yassmin Abdel-Magied – a virtual event
Date: April 28, 2022
Time: 6:00 pm
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81813948482?pwd=TXhIUGp4ZGNjUEM1UWdaa0dCNldPQT09 

No pre-registration required We've all heard about the concept of 'unconscious bias', but how does it play out with respect to gender in...

​Electricity has been restored at East Lambton Elementary School.
Earlier today (March 28), the school experienced a temporary power outage.

​There is currently a temporary power outage at East Lambton Elementary School (Monday, March 28, 2022), but the school remains open. As such, phone and Internet services are currently unavailable. In the case of an emergency, please contact the Lambton Kent District School Board at 519-336-1500. Local service providers are currently...

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The Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) is extending the deadline for completion of the Count Me In LKDSB Student Demographic Data Census to April 8, 2022. The Count Me In LKDSB Student Census is voluntary and confidential and will allow us to collect information to better understand our...

​We are looking forward to a safe return to in-person learning in September 2022. We want to remind families interested in registering their child for virtual learning for the 2022-2023 school year that they must complete the online registration form by March 25 . Unless otherwise indicated, all students will be...

​We hope that students and families have a safe and restful March Break. In follow-up to the provincial public health announcement on March 9, 2022, we wanted to share further information to support the safe return to schools on Monday, March 21, 2022.​
What to expect upon the return to school...

Today, the provincial Chief Medical Officer of Health announced that the mandatory masking requirement for Ontario schools, including elementary and secondary schools in the Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) will be removed on March 21.
Click here to read the Statement from Ontario's Chief Medical Officer of Health. During the...

​The Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) is looking forward to welcoming students and staff for in-person learning in September 2022. Our experience throughout the past couple of years has reinforced that in-person learning best meets the needs of the majority of our students to remain engaged and be successful, as...

An exciting new initiative is underway to help schools of the Lambton Kent and St. Clair Catholic district school boards educate, inspire and empower school communities to become more environmentally friendly.  The Green Team initiative is being organized and led by Taylor Maris, Energy & Environmental Coordinator for the boards' shared...

​Dear parents/guardians and students, As new information is shared locally and provincially regarding Public Health guidelines for schools and the community, we want to make sure that you are informed of changes as they related to your school communities. Vaccination for Indoor Sports – Athletes, Spectators, Coaches and Referees We continue...

​We are saddened to see the crisis in Eastern Europe and our thoughts are with our Ukrainian students and community members and the people of Ukraine. We know there are students and staff members who are directly or indirectly impacted by the current events and may be experiencing difficulty at this...

​The following attached letter is distributed on behalf of Chatham-Kent and Lambton Public Health. Should you have any specific questions about this information, please follow-up directly with Chatham-Kent or Lambton Public Health.​ Click here to read the letter from Chatham-Kent and Lambton Public Health.

​School buses in all zones are cancelled today (Friday, Feb. 18) due to inclement weather and road conditions. All elementary schools are  open  to students. Reminder: All Lambton Kent District School Board secondary students attending secondary schools, regardless of whether they ride a bus to school or not, will engage in...

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On February 22, 2022, the Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) recognizes National Human Trafficking Awareness Day in Canada. This day is intended to increase awareness and education, and encourage action to address human trafficking in Canada. Locally, the LKDSB and the Government of Ontario are committed to keeping...

​ The Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) is launching the Count Me In LKDSB Student Census March 1-25, 2022 to collect information to better understand its students and school communities.
This voluntary and confidential survey will collect demographic information about students, such as race, ethnicity, language, religion, gender...

​School buses in all zones are cancelled today (Thursday, Feb. 17) due to forecasted inclement weather and road conditions.
All elementary schools are  open  to students. Reminder: All Lambton Kent District School Board secondary students attending secondary schools, regardless of whether they ride a bus to school or not, will engage...

​The Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) is pleased to announce closing on the purchase of land for the location of the new consolidated Kindergarten to Grade 12 school in the Forest area has been finalized.
The new school will be located on a site directly west of the Shores Recreation...

School buses in Zones 5 and 7 are cancelled today (Friday, Feb. 4) due to inclement weather and road conditions. School buses in all other zones are running as normal.
All elementary schools are open to students. Reminder: If buses are cancelled for the bus zone in which the school is...

​School buses in all zones are cancelled today (Thursday, Feb. 3) due to inclement weather and road conditions.
All elementary schools are  open  to students. Secondary schools will be closed to students for in-person learning. Visit the CLASS website or download the MySBI app for school bus updates.

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​School buses in Zones 1-7 are cancelled today (Tuesday, Feb. 2) due to inclement weather. School buses in Zone 8 are running as normal.
All elementary schools are open to students. Reminder: If buses are cancelled for the bus zone in which the school is located, all Lambton Kent District School...

​C​lick on “Read More" to view an important letter to Lambton Kent District School Board families. January 28, 2022 Dear Lambton Kent District School Board Students and Families: I am writing to inform you that a former Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) teacher, Gillian Boere, was found guilty of sexual...

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The Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) is accepting registrations for Kindergarten students for the 2022-23 school year. Children who are four or five years old by December 31, 2022 are eligible to begin full-day Kindergarten in September.

LKDSB invites families in Chatham-Kent and Sarnia-Lambton to register online​,...

​​Ontario Minister of Education Stephen Lecce has issued a letter to parents/guardians regarding the return to in-person learning. Click on the following links to read the letter (English version/French version).

​Dear Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Today, the Minister of Education announced that Ontario schools, including elementary and secondary schools within the Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB), will be permitted to reopen for in-person learning on Monday, January 17, 2022. LKDSB virtual learning programming continues to operate on its regular schedule. Click here to...

​Dear Parent(s)/Guardian(s) and Students: The Ontario government has announced that Ontario elementary and secondary schools, including those in the Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB), move to remote teacher-led learning starting Wednesday, January 5 until Friday, January 14, 2022. Students registered in virtual learning programming will continue to operate on their...

​Dear Students, Parent(s)/Guardian(s): The Ontario government has announced a delayed return to school for students following the holiday break to Wednesday, January 5, 2022​ for all elementary and secondary students, including those in the Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. As such, there will be...

​In an effort to promote a safer return to the classroom after the winter break, on behalf of the Government of Ontario, the Lambton Kent District School Board is providing voluntary take-home rapid antigen screening kits to every student participating in in-person learning.
The rapid antigen screening kits are intended for...

​Students at Aberarder Central School have been dismissed early on Thursday, December 16 due to a power outage in the area. Due to the power outage and the estimated time of restoration, Lambton Kent District School Board has decided to close the school to students for the day on Thursday, Dec....

​Dear Parents/Guardians and Students, With the support of the Ontario Ministry of Education and in consultation with the Medical Officers of Health for Chatham-Kent and Sarnia-Lambton, the Lambton Kent District School boards has decided to return to offering four courses a day for Semester Two, beginning in February 2022. From an...

​Students at Riverview Central School have been dismissed early on Wednesday, December 8 due to a power outage in the area. Due to the power outage and the estimated time of restoration, Lambton Kent District School Board has decided to close the school to students for the day on Wednesday, Dec. 8.
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​Trustees for the Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) re-elected Randy Campbell as Chair and Derek Robertson as Vice-Chair of the Board during the Annual Organization Board Meeting held on December 7, 2021.

Campbell has served as a school board trustee since 2006 and was elected as Board Chair in 2020-2021....

​In accordance with Regulation 464/97 made under the Education Act, the Lambton Kent District School Board (with support of the Special Education Advisory Committee) annually reviews the Board's Special Education Plan. 
In developing and modifying its Special Education Plan, the LKDSB must take into consideration feedback from members of the...

​ The following information is distributed on behalf of Dr. Kieran Moore, Chief Medical Officer of Health for Ontario, Chatham-Kent and Lambton Public Health, and the Ministry of Education. Should you have any specific questions about this information, please follow-up directly with Public Health or your health care provider. Traveling Outside...

The Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) and the Occasional Teachers of the Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario have announced they have each ratified the collective agreement. 
“We are pleased to announce that we have ratified the collective agreement with the Occasional Teachers of the Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario and...

Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) Senior Administration presented the Pupil Accommodation Report 2021/2022 to Trustees at the November 23, 2021 Board Meeting.

In compliance with the LKDSB’s regulation and Ontario Ministry of Education directions, Senior Administration presented the report, which includes the LKDSB’s current and future enrolment demographics, financial considerations...

​Dear parents/guardians and students, As you may be aware, the Ministry of Education announced on Thursday, November 18, 2021 as part of “Building on Ontario's Plan to Keep Schools Safe and Open for In-person Learning" that Ontario school boards are permitted to resume regular timetabling of four courses a day for...

The Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) is participating in Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week from November 22-26, 2021 to help promote safe, welcoming and inclusive learning and work environments.
During this week, students, staff and parents/guardians are encouraged to learn more about bullying and its effect on student learning...

​The Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) is excited to announce the Ministry of Education has approved the acquisition of land for the location of the new consolidated Kindergarten to Grade 12 school in the Forest area.

The new school will be located on a site directly west of the...

​Flags at locations across the Lambton Kent District School Board have been lowered to half-mast on Monday, November 8 in recognition of Indigenous Veterans Day.
On this day, we remember their service and sacrifice, and the freedoms they fought to preserve; along with their commitment to promoting peace throughout the world.
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Click on “Read More" to view an important letter to Lambton Kent District School Board families.​ November 5, 2021
Dear Lambton Kent District School Board Students and Families: I am writing to inform you that a former Great Lakes Secondary School teacher, Tyler Shaw, was found guilty of sexual assault and sexual...

​​On November 3, 2021, the Lambton Kent District School Board and the Occasional Teachers of the Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario reached a tentative agreement.
The agreement is subject to ratification by both parties. Details will be available following ratification. “We are pleased to reach a tentative agreement with the Occasional...

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The Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) commemorates Treaties Recognition Week from November 1-5, joining school boards across the province in promoting education and awareness about treaty rights and treaty relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people in Ontario.

This year, the LKDSB Indigenous Education Team is continuing to focus on...

Dear Parent(s)/Guardian(s):
During the school year, there may be times when school buses are cancelled in particular zones or system-wide due to inclement weather. During the 2021-2022 school year, in the event school bus transportation is cancelled in the bus zone where the school is located (see chart below) or cancelled...

​Dear Parents/Guardians, We are writing today to inform you of orders by the Medical Officers of Health for Lambton and Chatham-Kent, which have a direct impact on student athletes and coaches. Under the order, effective October 31, 2021, all student athletes, age 12 years and older, and coaching staff, who participate in...

​Dear Parents/Guardians,
As we continue to deal with the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important that each of us follows the health and safety protocols that are in place to help keep our students safe, both at school and on the bus.
It is especially important that our bus...

​Dear Parents/Guardians,​ As follow-up to our October 4 letter and after careful review and planning, the Lambton Kent and St. Clair Catholic district school boards are pleased to welcome spectators to attend indoor extracurricular activities beginning on Thursday, October 21, 2021, with specific health and safety protocols in place.
Athletics...

Chatham-Kent Lambton Administrative School Services (CLASS) is encouraging parents/guardians, students, school staff and motorists to recognize the importance of school bus safety within our communities. In addition, CLASS is urging children and parents/guardians to say a special ‘thank you’ to the many dedicated bus drivers, who ensure students arrive safely...

​Dear Parents/Guardians,
We are pleased to announce that, effective immediately, school sports are returning to secondary school programing.  Athletics is an important part of the high school experience and we enthusiastically welcome its return.
However, the resumption of sporting events will come with some important new changes, as we work to...

The Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) celebrates those who dedicate their time and efforts
to support students during Staff and Volunteer Appreciation Day on Tuesday, October 5.

At the 44th Session of the International Conference on Education, a United Nations agency declared October 5 as World Teachers’ Day. The...

The Lambton Kent District School Board appreciates the support of the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario through the COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure Stream – Education Related Projects, as part of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program.
These projects are funded in part by the Government of Canada. Click here...

​To Parents, Guardians, and Caregivers of Students in the Lambton Kent District School Board:
The Lambton Kent District School Board is committed to providing safe learning environments for all students, staff, school visitors, and community members.  When a student behaves inappropriately, principals will most often employ progressive discipline strategies to help...

​ The Government of Canada has formally designated September 30 as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This day will be federally observed to honour First Nations, Inuit and Metis survivors and their families and communities, and ensure the public commemoration of their history and the legacy of residential schools.
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The Lambton Kent District School Board  (LKDSB)  is  pleased to participate in the Chatham-Kent and Sarnia-Lambton Welcome Week, September 10-19, 2021.   Welcome Week is an opportunity to celebrate the contributions of immigrant newcomers, to connect them with services within the respective municipalities and to promote diversity in our communities. LKDSB...

​Ontario Minister of Education Stephen Lecce has issued a letter to parents/guardians regarding the return to in-person learning. Click here to read the letter.​
Click here to read the LKDSB's Reopening and Operating Our Schools plan.

Dear parents/guardians and students, 
We hope that you had an opportunity to rest, rejuvenate and reconnect with friends and family this summer. We are excited for the year ahead and look forward to the return of students for in-person learning, as well as those enrolled in virtual programming.  We have been busy planning for...

​ The Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) is looking forward to welcoming students for a safe 2021-2022 school year. LKDSB elementary and secondary schools will reopen in September with a return to full-time, in-class learning with required COVID-19 safety measures. The LKDSB's plan for the return to school in September...

​There is still time for secondary students interested in enrolling in the Personal Support Worker (PSW) Program through the Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) to register for the 2021-2022 school year.
The Personal Support Worker Program is a program held at Alexander Mackenzie Secondary School (AMSS) and Wallaceburg District Secondary...

​There will be a temporary phone service disruption on Friday, August 13 at 10-10:30 a.m. due to a system update.
Should you need to contact the Lambton Kent District School Board during this time, you may use the Contact Us form or email info@lkdsb.net. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
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​The Ministry of Education has released its COVID-19: Health, safety and operational guidance for schools (2021-2022) and the Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) is currently reviewing the information and guidance outlined in the document to finalize plans for a safe reopening of schools in September 2021. Planning is...

​ Transportation details for the 2021-2022 School Year will be available after August 15. Courtesy seat applications will be accepted starting August 3. Final seating assignments will be available on the portal after August 31. Visit www.cklass.ca for more information.