The Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Gary Girardi as our new Director of Education, effective May 1, 2025!
A dedicated educator with over 25 years of service, Gary has been a lifelong champion of student achievement, equity, and community collaboration. Having held various roles across the Board, including Superintendent of Education, his experience and commitment to creating inclusive, safe learning environments make him the perfect leader to guide the future of education in our region.
As Gary steps into this new role, he remains deeply committed to fostering a community where every student, staff member, and family feels valued and supported. With a passion for education and a belief in the power of public schools, he is excited to continue the Board's efforts in creating a thriving, innovative environment for all.
🔗 Read more about Gary’s appointment and his vision for LKDSB in our official newsroom: https://www.lkdsb.net/article/7909
Buses in all Zones are CANCELLED today due to conditions. [Thursday, February 13th 2025.]
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📱✨ It’s everything LKDSB... in your pocket! Download the MyLKDSB app today and stay connected to all the latest updates, news, and events from your school and the Board. Never miss a thing—get the info you need, right at your fingertips! 🙌
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Students had a lot of fun yesterday participating in various winter-themed events to celebrate Winter Carnival. We were even lucky enough to have Bonhomme visit us.
Due to the expected inclement weather this evening, the senior girls' basketball game has been cancelled and will be rescheduled at a later date. Similarly, play practice is also cancelled. These decisions were made with the safety of our students, staff, and spectators as our top priority.
Thank you for your understanding!
🎉 March Break Fun Starts Here! 🎉
Looking for a way to make your March Break extra special? Join us for the March Break Connections Camps hosted by the LKDSB ABA team! 🌟
📅 Dates: March 11th, 12th & 13th
📍 Locations: Great Lakes Secondary School in Sarnia & Chatham Kent Secondary School in Chatham
✨ Who can join?
Grades 7-10: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM (come for 1, 2, or all 3 days!)
Grades 3-6: Morning (9:00 AM – 11:00 AM) or Afternoon (12:00 PM – 2:00 PM)
🔍 What’s in store?
Fun learning activities designed to help you make new friends 🤝
Opportunities to connect with peers and engage in exciting leisure activities 🎲
A safe and inclusive environment where all abilities are welcome 🙌
And the best part? It’s FREE! 🎉
Our team of amazing LKDSB educators and Social Work members will be there every step of the way to make sure everyone has a blast! 🤗
Ready to join the fun? Register today! https://www.lkdsb.net/page/march-break-connections-camp
Check out the following Social Skills Camps, taking place over March Break, that are available for students in grades three to ten!
The Winter Carnival kicked off yesterday with delicious hot chocolate and a cozy treat!
🌟 Rise & Shine, LKDSB Families! 🌟
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It’s time to make your Monday mornings a little less stressful and a lot more organized. Download the MyLKDSB app and be in the know! 📲💡
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👉 Stay connected with everything happening at your school 🎒
🔽 Download the app NOW and start your week on the right note! 🔽
Play Practice is CANCELED today, February 6th, 2025.
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!
