
JMSS students creating the backdrop for our board-wide Black History Month Celebration taking place February 28th, 2025.








JMSS Sr. Panthers making buckets! Congrats on your victory tonight against LCCVI and good luck in the Finals! 🏀🎉






Our JMSS PAWS Alliance sold Berry Sweetheart Bliss Smoothies today at lunch to promote health & wellness.


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


Art After Hours made wooden dot art valentines today! We also shared in the east coast tradition of storm chips as we created our valentines. Stay safe out there!










Buses in all Zones are CANCELLED today due to conditions. [Thursday, February 13th 2025.]


JMSS staff visited Winston Churchill Public School to challenge our future Panthers to games of Cornhole. Developing new, and enhancing existing relationships with our feeder schools, is important to us.








JMSS staff visit Victor Lauriston Public School to challenge our future Panthers to games of Cornhole. What a great opportunity to build new, and enhance existing, relationships.











JMSS staff visit Queen Elizabeth II to challenge our future Panthers to games of Cornhole. What a great opportunity to build new, and enhance existing, relationships.










What a great afternoon for some of our Panther Staff having the opportunity to challenge our future Panthers at Indian Creek Road Public School to some games of Ping Pong. Our future Panthers have a lot of talent! Thank you welcoming us.









JMSS was honoured to welcome presenters from the Buxton Historical Site and Museum and Black Mecca Museum, Shannon Prince, Michelle Robbins, and Doug Robbins to our school today. Our Panther community learned about: From Past to Present: How Racism Shows Up, a Community Built on Resilience, and how to Become Changemakers.











📱✨ 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! 🔽


🌟 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


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


Attention Panther Graduates! JMSS Grad Photo Retake Day Missed your first photo or want a retake? No worries! Join us on Friday, February 7, 2025 for another chance to capture your best smile. 😁✨


We have welcomed back lunchtime intramurals to JMSS this month and we had a very successful relaunch. Thank you to everyone who participated in the January Intramurals. We are beyond grateful for all your awesome attitudes whether in the games or in the crowds. We also could not have done it without our awesome set-up crew and scorekeepers. We would like to wish our January winners: "Teacher Team A" a big CONGRATULATIONS on the win. 🏆 See y’all on the court in February for Volleyball! 🏐
