June 27, 2019
The Chatham and Sarnia Education Centres will be open Monday-Thursday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. during the summer months, beginning July 2-August 22. The Chatham and Sarnia Education Centres will closed to the public on Fridays during the summer months, from July 5 to August 23. As such, there will...
June 20, 2019
The Lambton Kent District School Board celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21, in recognition of the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of Indigenous peoples within schools and communities across Canada. The LKDSB believes student success is achieved through the shared responsibility of students, staff, families, community...
June 20, 2019
On Wednesday, June 19, 2019, officials from Walpole Island First Nation and the Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) signed an Education Services Agreement at the Harriett Jacobs Centre at Wallaceburg District Secondary School. The Education Services Agreement recognizes the Walpole Island First Nation and the Lambton Kent District School...
June 12, 2019
Senior Administration presented the 2019 Capital Plan to Trustees at the Board Meeting on Tuesday, June 11. 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.
There were 21,758 students enrolled in the LKDSB in...
June 10, 2019
During the June 5 Forest Area Family of Schools Transition Committee Meeting, Lambton Kent District School Board Superintendent Gary Girardi provided the committee with an update on the land acquisition process for the Kindergarten to Grade 12 school. The land acquisition process is ongoing; however, the LKDSB remains committed to securing an...
June 06, 2019
Sarnia, ON - Over 450 Student Nutrition Program volunteers, who provide healthy food to students every school day, were recognized on June 4 by the Ontario Student Nutrition Program-Lambton (OSNP-Lambton). "The Program is 100% volunteer driven; without them, it wouldn't exist," said Leslie Palimaka, Health Promotion Assistant. "Volunteers ensure students are...
June 05, 2019
DISCONTINUATION OF KIDS PLUS™ ACCIDENT INSURANCE PROGRAM
This is to inform you that the Kids Plus™ Accident Insurance Program will be discontinued effective with the 2019-2020 school year.
iA Financial Group (distributor of Kids Plus™) has stated that all policies currently in force for the 2018-2019 school year will...
May 31, 2019
Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB)Trustees will be honouring the outstanding achievements and significant contributions made by staff members during a special ceremony held on Monday, June 3, 2019. The annual Employee Retirement Recognition and 25 Years of Service Ceremony will be held at the Ken Houston Memorial Agricultural Centre...
May 29, 2019
The Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) will begin the process to recall 82 teachers as per the typical staffing and budgeting processes. The LKDSB received the Grants for Student Needs Technical Paper on May 24, which provides clarification for school boards regarding individual funding allocations. Based on the details outlined...
May 23, 2019
School buses in Zones 4 and 6 have been cancelled this morning (Thursday, May 23) due to dense fog in the area. Buses in all zones will run as normal this afternoon.
Visit the CLASS website or download the MySBI app for school bus updates.
Information about the LKDSB's...
May 22, 2019
The month of June is nationally recognized as Pride Month in Canada. In accordance with the Ministry of Education's commitment to student achievement and well-being, the Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) is joining school boards throughout the province in supporting the LGBTQ+ community with the display of the Pride...
May 03, 2019
The Ministry of Education has declared the week of May 6 to May 10 as Education Week across Ontario. This year, the Lambton Kent District School Board's (LKDSB) theme is "LKDSB: Connecting Communities." The LKDSB and its staff strive to build positive relationships with students to support their learning, physical and...
April 24, 2019
The Lambton Kent District School Board invites the community to celebrate the retirement of Director Jim Costello on Tuesday, June 18 at 3-6 p.m. at the Links of Kent Golf Club (120 Indian Creek Rd. W., Chatham, Ont.). You can also sign the online guest book to share your best wishes...
April 16, 2019
T he Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) has notified 111 full-time equivalent teachers regarding potential staffing changes due to anticipated reductions in Ministry of Education grant funding. As per the LKDSB's contractual obligations, the Board is required to inform teaching staff of any staffing changes. The number of layoff...
April 05, 2019
During the April 3 Forest Area Family of Schools Transition Committee Meeting, Lambton Kent District School Board's Superintendent of Business Brian McKay provided the committee with an update on the land acquisition process for the Kindergarten to Grade 12 school. The Kindergarten to Grade 12 school will consolidate students from Aberarder...
March 22, 2019
Wednesday, March 27 is the date all secondary schools across Ontario are scheduled to administer the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT). EQAO, as well as the Lambton Kent District School Board, will be monitoring weather forecasts in the days leading up to the administration of the test to anticipate any...
March 18, 2019
T he Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) invites members of the public to attend an open house event held at the John N. Given Learning Centre on Friday, March 22 at 2-6 p.m. Formerly an elementary school, the John N. Given Learning Centre has been repurposed to accommodate the...
March 07, 2019
Dear Parents/Guardians, As you may be aware, the LKDSB Technology Enriched Learning Plan (TELP) has been under review for several years. As a result of this ongoing review, Senior Administration has decided to reconfigure TELP for the 2019-2020 school year, based on current budget constraints and anticipated further Ministry funding reductions....
March 07, 2019
T he Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) is pleased to announce the appointment of John Howitt to the position of Director of Education. He will replace Jim Costello, who has served as Director since 2010 and will be retiring effective July 31, 2019.
Howitt is currently the Superintendent of...
March 01, 2019
Lambton Kent District School Board Senior Administration has decided, on the advice of Chatham-Kent Police Service, to open Wallaceburg District Secondary School on Monday, March 4. At this time, police do not believe there is an imminent threat to public safety. Chatham-Kent Police Service are continuing to investigate the incident,...
March 01, 2019
Chatham-Kent Police Service has been on-site at Wallaceburg District Secondary School to investigate concerns regarding a potential threat. Staff are cooperating with the ongoing investigation and there are no new updates to report at this time. Student and staff safety are a top priority for the Lambton Kent District School Board and our...
February 28, 2019
On the advice of the Chatham-Kent Police Service, the Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) has decided to close Wallaceburg District Secondary School to students on Friday, March 1 due to concerns about a potential threat at the school. Concerns were raised regarding a potential threat against the school after...
February 27, 2019
School Buses in Zone 7 are cancelled today (Feb. 27) due to inclement weather. All other buses are running as normal. All schools are open.
Kindergarten registration at the following schools will continue as scheduled from 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.: Dresden Area Central School Thamesville Area Central School Zone Township Public...
February 19, 2019
The Science Discovery Squad is the new name for a volunteer program that has been immensely popular in area schools. Four existing volunteer initiatives are becoming one, providing students in the Lambton Kent District School Board and St. Clair Catholic District School Board with a more enhanced learning experience. Consultation with...
February 15, 2019
All Lambton Kent District School Board locations will be closed on Monday, Feb. 18 for the Family Day holiday.
Best wishes to all LKDSB staff, students and families for a wonderful holiday spent with family and friends.
February 15, 2019
Due to scheduling conflicts, the Ad Hoc Naming Committee meeting on Tuesday, February 19, 2019 will be postponed to a date to be determined. The Lambton Kent District School Board will communicate the new meeting date once it has been finalized. Updated information about the Ad Hoc Naming Committee meetings will be...
February 13, 2019
The Lambton Kent Secondary School Athletic Association’s (LKSSAA) Executive, in coordination with secondary principals, has decided to cancel all games tonight (Feb. 13) due to weather-related concerns. We understand this will have a direct impact on Boys’ Basketball playoffs, however these games will be rescheduled and future dates will be communicated...
February 13, 2019
All school buses in Zones 1-8 are running today (Feb. 13). CLASS is experiencing technical difficulties with its transportation website, however updates on bus delays are available on the MySBI app. CLASS is working to resolve the issues with its website. Download the MySBI app for up-to-date school bus information.
February 12, 2019
The February 12, 2019 Board Meeting of the Lambton Kent District School Board is cancelled due to the forecast of inclement weather continuing throughout the day, which is expected to cause poor road conditions. Please check the LKDSB website for information regarding the next regularly scheduled Board Meeting. The complete...
February 12, 2019
Based on updated information, the Lambton Kent District School Board is closing all locations, including schools, the Chatham and Sarnia Education Centres, and the Adult and Continuing Education Centre in Chatham and Sarnia today (Feb. 12) due to inclement weather and poor road conditions. All daycare facilities located within schools are also closed today.
February 07, 2019
Riverview Central School will be open on Friday, Feb. 8. However, due to water damage from the broken waterline, the gymnasium will be temporarily unavailable. The school was closed on Thursday, Feb. 7 due to lack of running water. The issue has since been resolved. We appreciated the ongoing support and...
February 07, 2019
Riverview Central School has been closed today (Feb. 7) due to a lack of running water resulting from a broken waterline. The Lambton Kent District School Board's Facility Services is working to resolve the issue. Buses will run as scheduled today. Parents/guardians are able to pick up their children from the school. Staff...
February 06, 2019
School buses in all zones (Zones 1-8) are cancelled today (Feb. 6) due to poor road conditions. All schools will remain open.
Kindergarten registration at the following schools will continue as scheduled from 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.: Queen Elizabeth II Public School - Chatham
Victor Lauriston Public School
Winston Churchill Public...
February 01, 2019
Black History is annually celebrated during the month of February, but the role of African Canadians in our history and society is embedded in Lambton Kent District School Board curriculum throughout the year. In addition to activities promoted during the month of February, LKDSB students, families and staff members are...
January 29, 2019
Registration
for the Summer 2019 Civics and Careers opportunity is now open. Students
enrolled in the course earn both 0.5 credits and travel to Ottawa, Montreal and
New York City. The online portion of the course runs for the month of
July, with travel July 20 th – 26 th...
January 29, 2019
The January 29, 2019 Board Meetings of the Lambton Kent District School Board and St. Clair Catholic District School Board are cancelled due to weather conditions that are forecasted to deteriorate throughout the day. Please check the LKDSB and SCCDSB websites for information regarding the next scheduled meetings. The complete...
January 29, 2019
School buses in Zones 1-4 are cancelled today (Jan. 29) due to poor road conditions. Buses in all other zones are running and all schools will remain open.
Secondary exams at all Sarnia-Lambton secondary schools will be cancelled for the day and the exam schedule will be pushed back one day...
January 23, 2019
The Lambton Kent District School Board and the St. Clair Catholic District School Board have developed the following plan, which is to be followed in the event of disruptions to the examination schedule, due to inclement weather. Exams • In the event that inclement weather forces the cancellation of...
January 23, 2019
The Travel for Credit – Civics and Careers – Parent Information Meeting scheduled for today (Jan. 23) will be held online. There will no longer be an in-person meeting at the Sarnia Education Centre, however parents and students are invited to join the online Skype session to participate. For the online meeting link,...
January 23, 2019
School buses in all zones in Chatham-Kent and Sarnia-Lambton are cancelled today due to poor road conditions. All schools will remain open. Visit the CLASS website or download the MySBI app for school bus updates.
January 21, 2019
School buses in all zones in Chatham-Kent and Sarnia-Lambton are cancelled today due to poor road conditions. All schools will remain open. Visit the
CLASS website or download the MySBI app for school bus updates.
January 10, 2019
Click on "Read More" to view an important letter to Lambton Kent District School Board students and families. Dear Lambton Kent District School Board Students and Families: I am writing to inform you that a former Lambton Kent District School Board teacher, Melissa Lefebvre, pleaded guilty to sexual exploitation and has...
January 09, 2019
The Lambton Kent District School Board is currently seeking a Director of Education for July 2019. The Lambton Kent District School Board provides educational services to more than 21,000 students in 63 elementary and secondary schools with approximately 3,000 staff. The Board serves a large geographic area situated in Southwestern Ontario...
December 11, 2018
The entrance to the Lambton Kent District School Board's Sarnia Education Centre will be temporarily closed to the public Monday, Dec. 24 to Friday, Jan. 4, due to renovations in the front lobby. If you need to speak to LKDSB staff during this time, please contact 519-336-1500.
December 05, 2018
Trustees for the Lambton Kent District School Board elected Jane Bryce as the Chair and Randy Campbell as Vice-Chair of the Board during the Annual Organizational Meeting held on December 4, 2018. Bryce has served as a school board trustee since 1994. She has formally held the position as Chair...
November 26, 2018
Power has been restored at North Lambton Secondary School and Kinnwood Central Public School.
November 26, 2018
There is a power outage in the Forest area, however Kinwood Central Public School and North Lambton Secondary School will remain open as electricity is expected to be restored by approximately 9:30 a.m.
Please visit the school websites for further updates.
November 23, 2018
Community organizations/associations are invited to apply to serve on the Special Education Advisory Committee. Interested applicants must submit a nomination form and letter by 4 p.m. on Nov. 30, 2018.
Click here to learn more about the criteria and the application process. To obtain a copy of the Nomination Form, please contact Lori Gall...
November 19, 2018
The Lambton Kent District School Board is participating in Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week, November 19-23, 2018 to help promote safe, welcoming and inclusive learning and work environments. During this week, students, staff and parents are encouraged to learn more about bullying and its effect on student learning and well-being....
November 16, 2018
Earlier this week, several LKDSB and St. Clair Catholic schools in Sarnia, in addition to a number of schools in the Windsor area, received a series of profane phone calls. In each case, the caller appeared to be the same individual. The offensive phone calls were reported to police and...
November 15, 2018
Dear Parent / Guardian, If your child is currently registered in one of Grades 7 to 10 at the LKDSB – then they are a participant in our one-to-one Technology Enriched Learning Program (TELP). As part of that program they have received an iPad for their sole use and are allowed...
November 15, 2018
The Ontario government has announced additional Telephone Town Hall sessions for the provincial consultations on education reform. The Ministry of Education has informed the Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) that two additional dates for the Telephone Town Hall sessions for Southwestern Ontario (which includes the LKDSB catchment area) will be held on the...
November 13, 2018
Trustees of the Lambton Kent District School Board, on the recommendation of the Ad Hoc Naming Committee, approved the name John N. Given Learning Centre for the former John N. Given Public School site at the November 13, 2018 Board Meeting. Input on the name was gathered from the community...
November 12, 2018
The Lambton Kent and St. Clair Catholic district school boards are co-hosting an "Experience the Trades" event on November 14-15 at the Chatham-Kent John D. Bradley Convention Centre, along with other local school boards and the Municipality of Chatham-Kent, to showcase careers in apprenticeable trades. This event is made possible...
November 08, 2018
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 community,...
November 02, 2018
The Lambton Kent District School Board commemorates Treaties Recognition Week from November 5-9, joining the Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada and school boards across the province in promoting education and awareness about treaties and treaty relationships. Throughout the week, LKDSB students and staff will learn more about treaties between Canada...
October 26, 2018
The Lambton Kent District School Board is hosting parent/guardian information nights on Nov. 13 (Sarnia) and Nov. 14 (Chatham) to support transitions to Grade 9 and provide an overview of the Grade 8 to Grade 9 Identification, Placement, and Review Committee (IPRC) process. The events will be hosted by Heather Touzin,...
October 23, 2018
The Ontario government is hosting provincial consultations on education reform. The Ministry of Education has informed the Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) that the first of the Telephone Town Hall sessions for Southwestern Ontario (which includes the LKDSB catchment area) is taking place today (Tuesday, Oct. 23) at 6:30 p.m. –...
October 22, 2018
Chatham-Kent Lambton Administrative School Services (CLASS) is encouraging parents, students, school staff and motorists to recognize the importance of school bus safety within our communities. In addition, CLASS is urging children and parents to say a special 'thank you' to the many dedicated bus drivers, who ensure students arrive safely...
October 19, 2018
The Ad Hoc Naming Committee for the John N. Given Public School site will be accepting input from all stakeholder groups on the proposed name John N. Given Learning Centre. The John N. Given Public School site is home to LKDSB’s Adult & Continuing Education program, as well as alternative Special...
October 16, 2018
With the legalization of cannabis on October 17, 2018, the Ontario Government provides rules that keep cannabis out of the hands of children and youth, and keep our roads safe. Ontario will have laws in place about how, where and who can buy and possess cannabis in the province. The Lambton...
October 15, 2018
The Noelle's Gift foundation has donated a total of $76,000 to the Lambton Kent and St. Clair Catholic district school boards to support students and families in need. "We appreciate the ongoing support of the family of Noelle Paquette and Noelle's Gift for students and families in need," says Jim...
October 11, 2018
On behalf of the Trustees of the Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB), community organizations/associations are invited to submit a letter of application nominating an individual (and one alternate) to serve on the Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) for a four-year period, beginning February 2019. SEAC is a statutory committee of the...
October 09, 2018
Lambton Kent District School Board Senior Administration presented the Pupil Accommodation Report 2018/2019 to Trustees at the October 9, 2018 Board Meeting. In compliance with the LKDSB's regulation and Ontario Ministry of Education directions, Senior Administration presented the LKDSB's current and future enrolment demographics, financial considerations and school site information...
October 09, 2018
Lambton Kent District School Board Trustees reviewed an approximately $18 million re-envisioned design for Chatham-Kent Secondary School to modernize the learning spaces, as well as increase opportunities for collaboration and engagement. The re-envisioning exercise includes a five-year, phase-in construction process that will include a new cafeteria; learning commons; theatre; fitness...
October 02, 2018
The Lambton Kent District School Board celebrates those who dedicate their time to support student success during Staff and Volunteer Appreciation Day, held on Oct. 5. “We greatly appreciate the daily dedication of our staff and volunteers who demonstrate an ongoing commitment to promoting student achievement,” said Chair Elizabeth Hudie. “On...
October 01, 2018
Tilbury Area Public School and Tilbury District High School are open to students and staff today (Monday, Oct. 1).
September 26, 2018
Tilbury District High School and Tilbury Area Public School will remain closed to students and staff on Thursday, Sept. 27 in order to clean-up the areas impacted by flooding in the buildings. Both schools were closed today (Wednesday, Sept. 26) due to flooding in the buildings and a power outage in the...
September 26, 2018
Due flooding in the buildings and a power outage in the area, Tilbury District High School and Tilbury Area Public School will be closed to students and staff on Wednesday, Sept. 26. In addition, all bus routes for Tilbury District High School and Tilbury Area Public School will be cancelled for the...
September 25, 2018
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...
September 25, 2018
Although Orange Shirt Day is officially held on Sept. 30, the Lambton Kent District School Board commemorates Orange Shirt Day on Sept. 27 to honour the survivors of residential schools, as well as the children and young people who never returned home. We encouraged staff and students to wear orange...
September 21, 2018
The Lambton Kent District School Board is committed to providing the best quality learning opportunities for all students. From time to time there may be a misunderstanding, a lack of communication, or a serious situation that needs to be addressed. When this happens everyone must work together to resolve the issue. If...
September 19, 2018
The Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) continues to focus on improving academic outcomes in the areas of literacy and mathematics, following the release of the 2017-2018 Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) results on Sept. 19. LKDSB's EQAO results have remained relatively stable in the LKDSB since 2016-2017. LKDSB...
September 11, 2018
Lambton Kent District School Board's (LKDSB) Senior Administration has informed the Great Lakes Secondary School community that it is anticipating the opening of the permanent site to be September 2019. The LKDSB continues to have regular contact with the site contractor, Jasper Construction Corp. Although construction on the site progressed throughout...
September 11, 2018
Dear Parents/Guardians, As you are aware, the Ontario Government has directed all school boards to use the re-issued 2010 Health and Physical Education Curriculum for Grades 1-8. The 2015 Health and Physical Education Curriculum will continue to be taught in secondary schools. The Ministry of Education is planning a comprehensive consultation...
September 04, 2018
The Lambton Kent District School Board does not provide insurance coverage to students for accidents occurring at school or during school activities (i.e. athletics, field trips, etc.). For your convenience, the Board has made arrangements for families wishing to voluntarily purchase student accident insurance. Plans are available through the Kids...
August 30, 2018
Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) Director Jim Costello announced he will be retiring following 33 years in education, effective July 31, 2019. Costello has served as the Director of Education for the LKDSB since 2010. Prior to this appointment, he held the position of Superintendent of Human Resources and Superintendent of...
August 28, 2018
Dear LKDSB staff, As you are aware, the Ontario Government has directed all school boards to use the re-issued 2010 Health and Physical Education Curriculum for Grades 1-8. The 2015 Health and Physical Education Curriculum will continue to be taught in secondary schools. The Ministry of Education is planning a comprehensive...
August 22, 2018
Registration for new students enrolling at Tecumseh
Public School for the 2018-2019 school year will take place at John N Given
Public School, 92 Churchill Street, on August 27-30 from 9:00-12:00 and
1:00-3:00. Students who finished the 2017-2018 school year at John N
Given do not need to register again. ...
August 16, 2018
About 200 educators from the Lambton Kent and St. Clair Catholic district school boards will gather next week for the Refresh Educator Conference, at venues in Dresden and Wallaceburg. "We have assembled an impressive and diverse line-up of speakers and are very excited to offer sessions by these important leaders...
July 26, 2018
Dear Parents/Guardians, The Ontario government recently announced that the provincial Health and Physical Education curriculum from 1998 will replace the revised curriculum implemented in 2015. While we await the next steps from the Ministry of Education, we want to assure our school communities that the Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB)...
July 16, 2018
Click on "Read More" to view an important letter to Lambton Kent District School Board families. July 16, 2018 Dear Lambton Kent District School Board Students and Families: I am writing to inform you that a Lambton Kent District School Board teacher, Melissa Lefebvre, has pleaded guilty to sexual exploitation. There...
