Today, NLSS recognized all students that took part in sports in the 2025/2026 school year. Almost 50% of the school population of students is involved at least one sport. Each team was recognized and the top athletes of the year were selected from the entire group.

North Lambton was also honoured today to welcome Tyler McGregor, Forest's own captain of the Canadian national para hockey team. Tyler led Canada to a silver medal finish in the 2026 Paralympic Winter Games. Tyler described what sports has meant to him and how it allowed him to get through his battle with cancer when he was younger. As a NLSS alumni we hope his message resonated with our students.

Congratulations to all of our athletes, we hope to see many of you back again next year!

The LKDSB ABA Team is offering a Workplace Readiness camp this summer at secondary locations across the board for LKDSB students age 14-21 with emergent workplace readiness skills. Participants will learn essential soft skills for getting and keeping a job, practice entry‑level work tasks across different fields, and learn how to advocate for themselves in real workplace situations through engaging, hands‑on activities. The camp will provide a supportive, confidence‑building space designed to help every student discover their strengths and prepare for meaningful work and volunteer opportunities. We will be hosting the camp on July 14, 15, and 16. at NLSS. Please see the QR code on the poster for more information

Music Night

Our North Lambton Band was busy last night putting on their last Music Night of the year. Families were treated to a variety of songs including some instrumental pieces, jazz pieces and various solos. Congratulations to all of our first time music students, our senior students, some alumni and our elementary students from Kinnwood. Thanks to Mr. MacDougall and Mrs. Sheffield for their hard work putting the show together. Thanks to everyone that stayed at the end to take some photos, catch up with friends and help put instruments away.

Friendly Reminder: Friday, June 5th is a PA Day across all Lambton Kent District School Board Schools!

NLSS would like to thank everyone for their generous donations to Relay for Life today! Our students did an amazing job of organizing, fundraising and putting the event together. Overall more than $40 000 was raised for the Canadian Cancer Society. The team with the highest amount raised got to pour buckets of ice water on the heads of their Principals! Students walked many miles today in support of finding a cure for cancer.

Thanks to all staff that also stayed to help organize the event and help out with the activities.

Students created our cultural market this week. The students did a fabulous job.! They received la lot of positive feedback from staff and students about the food samples, displays, and presentations. Thanks to everyone that brought their classes in to experience the tastings.

Last night our mighty Girls soccer team did battle with the LCCVI Lancers in the LKSSAA championship. Our Eagles put in a full team effort from start to finish, with all players showing grit, determination and a relentless work ethic. Sammie L would open the scoring in the first half but the Lancers would score mid way through the second half and push the game to overtime. This is where the Eagles turned their game up. Lainie R would score in the first minute of overtime, Kylee B would score shortly after and Ally R would finish the Lancers off with the third Eagle goal in overtime. Final score Eagles 4 Lancers 1. Brookelynn M played an amazing game in goal, stopping a penalty shot and making many other big saves and kicks. Sofia O, Emmalee G and Julia L had stellar games in the midfield, controlling the pace of the game. Congrats to all the players and coaches for winning their division and moving on to SWOSSAA!

Theland Kicknosway, and members of their dance team were in this week to NLSS to perform some hoop dancing and to discuss traditional Indigenous ceremony, songs, and dance. Students were able to volunteer to try their feet at hoop dancing (even Mr. Eberlin tried it out). Theland at the end entertained the students by doing a Hoop Dance in the dark with LED hoops. Theland Kicknosway is an Indigenous youth who uses his voice to spread his message and showcase Indigenous culture. He is Wolf Clan from the Potawatomi and Cree Nations and is a member of Walpole Island, Bkejwanong Territory. Theland has gained recognition in the Indigenous community and worldwide as a traditional singer, drummer, dancer, activist, and influencer. 

Awesome Eagle Day

We hope all our future NLSS Eagles had a great day today! So many of our Grade 8s packed the gym, the cafeteria and our outdoor spaces to meet new peers and to get to know the staff and school. Students had lunch in the cafeteria and were treated to our NLSS Rock band that gave renditions of Radioactive and Courage by the Tragically Hip - even some of our staff joined in. Can't wait to see everyone in September!

Over the past two days your Eagles battled the frigid winds coming off Lake Huron down in Sarnia to compete in the LKSSAA track and field championships. We had some great results considering it was some of the hardest conditions we’ve competed in all year. Qualifying for SWOSSAA championships down in Windsor next week are Maycie C, Jocelyn F, Hailey R, Arlee R, Stevie S, Josh S, Ellyot S, Skyla W, Colten P, Ben W, Aerie R, Rachel A, Madi U, Matt P and Jack W
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It should be noted that Josh S broke the 800 metre record by a full 3 seconds, Congratulations to him as he moves on.
And lastly it should also be pointed out that it’s been over a decade since North Lambton has had a Overall Champion amidst it’s ranks. Big Congratulations go to Arlee R who finished with first place finishes in the 400M and 800M and a second place finish in the 1500M to capture the Novice Girls Individual Championship. So again this is a huge accomplishment, Way to go ARLEE!!!

NLSS would like to thank Jackpot Time for their assistance with our Rugby Team, allowing them opportunities to participate in their tournament in London. Thank you again!

On Friday, May 15th, NLSS will be hosting our Awesome Eagle Day for our many feeder schools. Students in Grade 8 that are looking to attend NLSS in the Fall of 2026 are invited to participate in the day.

Some of our NLSS students travelled to Kettle Point today to take part in the Kettle & Stony Point First Nations Symposium. Students were able to participate in playing and learning the game of Lacrosse, learning about weaving, the history of Kettle & Stony Point and the local areas, the creation of treaties and their importance, cultural identity, and art.

Thanks to our Civics/Careers class and members of our Key Club for participating in a Spring Cleanup of the school and surrounding Forest Community!

Our NLSS Eagles travelled to East Lambton Elementary School in Watford today to work with students there to introduce them to different Art activities. Thanks for being a great host!

Students are encouraged to sign up in the library to compete in the Smash Bros Tournament at the end of May.

A big "Thank You" to the Forest Optimist Club for their donation to the NLSS Tech Department to purchase tools.

Midterm Reports will be going home today for all students. These reports indicate the midterm mark, comments, and learning skills for students in each of their classes. Please reach out if you have questions or concerns.

It was Tractor Day last week!!

SHSH Agriculture: Our SHSM students traveled to some local businesses and to Dresden this week to work on their Red Seal certificates for SHSM in Agriculture. They were able to spend time at Roeland’s Greenhouse to learn about plant propagation and pest and infection management. Students were able to view the operation and learn more about the horticulture industry here in Forest. They also made their way to Dresden to view the latest technology in the agriculture sector.