Pink Shirt Day is an annual event against bullying held in Canada and New Zealand. Participants wear pink shirts and attend or host informative events to raise awareness about bullying, particularly in schools. Pink Shirt Day was started in 2007 in Canada, where it is held on the last Wednesday of February each year.
We hope to see as many people as possible wearing Pink shirts on Wednesday!
A fun contest put together by the Chatham-Kent Public Library as well as the Rotary club is challenging students to read over the course of 5 weeks.
Since beginning the contest February 3rd, Mrs. Gillett's Grade 6-7 class is currently holding first place for the Intermediate Division. Lets's hope that over the next two weeks, they can maintain their lead and become the winners of Clash of the Classroom!
We want to extend a big congratulations to the Senior Girls Basketball team. On Tuesday after school, they were able to bring home the championship pennant on Ridgetown turf after defeating their girls team! This means that our boys team AND girls team won the Basketball Championships! This makes the whole school proud of the athletes and coaches! Mrs. Gillett was also a coach, but somehow missed the photo with the team and Mr. Jaques.
In French Immersion Kindergarten today, our learning for Black History Month focused on love and acceptance for all.
Today, we read a story called "Plus que la couleur pêche", which is a story about raising students' awareness that skin comes in many beautiful colours. Based on the true story of crayon activist and entrepreneur Bellen Woodard, the children learned that young people can have a BIG impact on the world. Bellen's goal with this story is to "help kids be more understanding of each other". Today, we drew portraits of ourselves, our families and friends using so many more colours than just peach. We are all unique and beautiful!
Our students loved having the chance to dress up in their best for Formal Friday! Check out some of the best dressed around...
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.]
📱✨ 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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📱✨ 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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🎉 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
🌟 Rise & Shine, LKDSB Families! 🌟
Did you know that the secret to staying ahead of all the important news, updates, and events from your school and the board is right at your fingertips? 📱✨
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! 📲💡
👉 Receive real-time updates 🏫
👉 Get notifications for school events, news, and emergency alerts 🚨
👉 Stay connected with everything happening at your school 🎒
🔽 Download the app NOW and start your week on the right note! 🔽
Here at HRPS, we strive to provide a rich educational experience, where curriculum expectations, athletics, clubs and other activities are offered to our students.
Our Art Club is one of these activities where students can learn new skills, meet new people and grow in their abilities while at school.
Check out the work this group has been doing lately! We are so fortunate that our educators are dedicated to providing these opportunities to our students.
🌟 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 all set up and ready for day two of KinderSTARt registration day. Last night, we welcomed many families to the school and we even had some tears when the newest Wildcats didn't want to leave the den. Here is hoping we have more families who will be joining us in September come out to register today! We are here from 9am until 3pm.
Bonjour! Did you know that LKDSB offers French Immersion programming at 11 of our schools across Chatham-Kent and Sarnia Lambton? ✨ This program is designed for students from primarily English-speaking backgrounds, offering them the chance to become fluent in French , a beautiful and rewarding language! 🗣️
No prior French knowledge is required – just a love for learning and adventure! Whether you're in Chatham-Kent or Sarnia Lambton, there’s a French Immersion program waiting for you! 📚
👉 For more info and to find the LKDSB French Immersion school nearest you, please visit: https://www.lkdsb.net/o/lkd/page/french-immersion
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
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
Check out the Senior Girls basketball team in action this afternoon against the Ridgetown Royals! Our girls came out victorious, what a great result of their many hours practicing after school or during recess time.
Good morning parents and guardians,
The LKDSB has some exciting news!
With the recent launch of the refreshed website, we now have a great opportunity to connect more families with the MyLKDSB App! To help spread the word, I have attached a graphic that will help you locate and download the app so that you can stay connected to both the board and the schools your child(ren) attend.
Enjoy the rest of your day!
The temperatures which are forecasted over the next few days are much more cold than what we have been experiencing. As recess time approaches at school, the temperatures are always monitored to ensure whether it is safe to go outside to play or whether we need to have indoor recess time. Getting to and from school, including taking the bus, can be very cold, especially for our youngest students. Make sure that everyone is wearing well fitting winter clothing and footwear to ensure they stay warm and safe.
