We have been learning a lot about weather and wanted to be weather trackers too in FDK. We have built our own tools for our weather station! We have a weather vane and anemometer!
Congratulations to our Chatham All-Star Basketball Game participants! You represented our school and "Chatham North" well! It was a fun evening that showcased amazing talent. Thank you to all those involved in sponsoring, organizing, and running this event.
We're so #LKDSBProud of our Chatham All-Star Basketball Game participants! It was an exciting North VS South showdown in both the Boys and Girls divisions! 🙌
A huge thank you to our amazing community partner, the Chatham Optimist Club, for sponsoring this fantastic event. All Chatham City LKDSB Elementary Schools came together for an action-packed game, with guest coaches from JMSS and CKSS adding to the excitement.
Special thanks to Tim Mavor for organizing such a memorable experience! 🏀
🌟 Celebrating Black History Month at LKDSB 🌟
Every February, we reflect on the incredible achievements and contributions of Black Canadians. But at LKDSB, we believe in celebrating Black history year-round. Our educators bring Black history, voices, and perspectives into classrooms every day, fostering understanding and respect for the cultural contributions that have shaped our world.
This February, join us as we shine a spotlight on events, lessons, and activities across our Board to honour the lasting legacy of Black Canadians. It’s an opportunity for students, families, and communities to learn, celebrate, and be inspired by the remarkable individuals who’ve shaped our past—and continue to shape our future.
We invite you to explore the rich history of Black Canadians, including the powerful stories from our own local communities. Together, let’s build a more inclusive, compassionate, and prosperous Canada, today and every day!✊🏿✊🏾✊🏽
We are offering a Virtual Learning Option for both elementary and secondary students (Grades 4-12) in the 2025-2026 school year! 🎓
✅ Current virtual learners will be automatically pre-registered for the following year.
✅ No action needed if your child stays in their current learning format.
✅ Want to switch? Make sure to notify your child’s school by February 28, 2025.
🔗 For more details, please visit: https://www.lkdsb.net/article/7476
We are thrilled to announce that Subway will be joining our weekly food offerings at Gregory Drive Public School! Starting Monday, February 10th, students will have the opportunity to enjoy delicious Subway subs delivered during the first nutrition break.
Here are the details:
• When: Every Monday throughout the school year except on days when school is closed to students i.e., Monday, February 17th.
• Options: Ham, turkey, or veggie subs with a choice of mustard, mayonnaise, or sub sauce. Sauces will be served on the side.
• Cost: $6.00 per sub.
• Payment: Orders can be placed through School Cash Online.
Important Notes:
• Orders for February Subway days must be completed by the Thursday prior to each delivery date. For example, orders for Monday, February 10th, must be submitted by Thursday, February 6th.
• Moving forward, Subway payments can be made at the same time as pizza or hot dog orders.
We hope your children enjoy this new addition to our food program. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the school office.
Thank you for your continued support!
REMINDER: Friday January 31 is a PA Day across LKDSB!
It's also Kindergarten Registration Open House Day at ALL of our Elementary Schools.
For more information, please visit www.LKDSB.net/Kindergarten
CKSS Open House is one week away!
"Battle Bots" in the Learning Commons with Mr. Martin! Groups worked together to prepare "Dash & Dot" coding robots for battle. Then, they took turns operating them in order to knock down the flags of their opponents!
It was finally warm enough to get outside and enjoy the snow!
Our Sr. Boy's basketball team had a strong victory last night against Victor Lauriston. Keep it up Grizzlies!
Our Sr. Girl's basketball team was in action last night against Victor Lauriston. They fought hard and played well. Great job girls! The Sr. Boy's basketball team is taking on Victor Lauriston tonight.
The Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) is excited to introduce MyLKDSB, a new app designed to keep LKDSB families and community partners better connected and informed. Launched alongside the board's refreshed website, MyLKDSB offers a modern and streamlined communication tool that makes it easier than ever to stay up to date on everything happening within the board and at individual schools.
The app, which is available for download on the iOS App Store and Android Play Store, allows users to customize their experience by following the board and any specific school(s) of their choosing, ensuring they receive the most relevant information. With just the click of a button, notifications can be set up for individual schools, so families can receive updates on important events, school news, and more, directly to their devices. This app empowers families to stay in the loop on a variety of school-related activities, from registration details, special event reminders, important announcements, and more!
Winter Carnival is just around the corner! A week full of engaging, French-inclusive cultural activities has been planned for your child, from February 10th to 13th.
As part of our kick-off to Winter Carnival, on February 10th, students will have the chance to enjoy a warm cup of hot chocolate from Tim Hortons and/or a delicious beavertail donut from Maple City Bakery! Hot chocolate is $2.00 per cup, and beavertail donuts are $3.00 each. All orders must be placed through School Cash Online by Wednesday, February 5th, 2025.
Don’t miss out!
Attention all Grade 8 students and families: Making the move to high school is an exciting step that marks the beginning of a new chapter. The "Creating Pathways to Success Transition Guide for Grade 8 Students and Families" is designed to address any questions and provide necessary information to support a smooth and successful transition from elementary to secondary school.
Check it out, here: https://apptegy-documents-can-prod.s3.ca-central-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1000008/LKD/8279/Grade_8_to_9_Transition_Guide_2024-2025__1_.pdf
The January Newsletter has been uploaded to the GDPS website. You can access the newsletter through the Gregory Drive Public School Website, https://lambtonkentdistrictpublicboardon.sites.thrillshare.ca/o/gregorydrive.
Do you have a child who will be turning 4 in 2025? Get Started with Lambton Kent District School Board! ✅
Come visit your new school and meet our awesome staff.
Register today at www.LKDSB.net/Kindergarten 👋🏾
We can't wait to meet you! 🤩
LKDSB secondary schools are hosting special information nights in the new year to help make the transition from elementary to secondary school as smooth and exciting as possible. You'll meet our amazing staff, discover the wide range of courses, extracurricular activities, and hands-on learning experiences available, and find out what makes each school community truly unique.
Check out the most recent news announcement on our website to find out when your school is hosting.
We can't wait to welcome you!
On behalf of the Gregory Drive Public School staff, we want to wish you a very peaceful and joyous holiday season. We hope you all have the opportunity to rest, relax, and enjoy quality time with family and friends.
We look forward to seeing you back on January 6th, 2025.
Thank you to Mr. Schoger and the Grizzly Guides for their outstanding leadership in organizing and managing this year's food, toiletry, and sock drive. We also extend our heartfelt gratitude to the entire school community for your incredible generosity. Thanks to your support, Gregory Drive Public School donated an impressive 534 pairs of socks to Hope Haven, along with 567 food and toiletry items to Outreach for Hunger. Your kindness and compassion continue to make a meaningful impact in our community. Great work Grizzlies!
