
🎉 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! 🔽


🌟 Exciting News for Graduating Students at GLSS! 🌟
We’re thrilled to announce the Anne McFadyen Scholarship, an incredible opportunity for FIVE graduating students at Great Lakes Secondary School each year! 🎓💰
Thanks to an amazing community partnership, $12,000 awards will help students break down financial barriers and chase their dreams with confidence. This is more than just a scholarship—it's a life-changing opportunity for a brighter future. ✨
LKDSB is For the Future!
For full details, visit our newsroom: https://www.lkdsb.net/article/7686


Mme Roy and Ms. Mayea's grade 3 and 4/5 class celebrated some hard classroom work with a cereal and PJ party. They couldn't pass up the opportunity to incorporate some math and language, so students were graphing and writing a persuasive writing piece. Keep up the hard work, Knights!








🌟 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!✊🏿✊🏾✊🏽


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


Congratulations to our Compassion Character Trait winners as well as our January Colour House Ambassadors. Go Knights!



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


Come and join us for Kinderstart between 4:00-7:00 tonight and tomorrow between 9:00-3:00!





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


Today is Lunar New Year and students in
Mrs. Richardson's grade 3/4 class were learning about the Year of the Snake.




We are so grateful to our local photographer, who also happens to be a father of students at SJM, for visiting us today and sharing about his recent photography adventure to Churchill. He shared some beautiful photography of animals and the Arctic, his experiences leading to this profession, and shared his technology that was used to capture the photos. He advocated for positive changes to our daily living to protect the world around us and slow down climate change. Such a great learning experience for the students.





We are so excited to welcome our newest Knights tomorrow and Friday for Kinderstart! Please join us between 4:00-7:00 on Thursday and Friday between 9:00 and 3:00. Learn all about our the amazing programs we offer, including French Immersion and Ojibwe, and meet our caring staff.







Looking forward to our upcoming Valentine's Day dance! Tickets for items available at the dance can now be purchased in School Cash Online.


LKDSB and Sir John Moore have new websites! Download the app to your phone and stay up to date with current news and events.


We are so grateful for the learning opportunities offered by Leanne, Nim, and Ashley! They work with students on various skills, including math and language, and then continue learning together through fun games and activities during recess Lunch and Learns. There are so many great opportunities offered and connections being made.







So much school spirit at SJM! Thank you to everyone who participated in Wacky Sock Day and earned extra house colour points for their team.


We are looking forward to meeting all of our upcoming Knights! Welcome to Sir John Moore.


On Friday, our intermediate students embarked on an exhilarating adventure to Boler Mountain for a day of tubing. The hills were alive with laughter and excitement as students zoomed down the slopes. The weather couldn't have been more perfect, with clear skies and crisp air.
Everyone had an amazing time, making memories that will last a lifetime. A special shoutout goes to Mrs. Clarke for her outstanding organization and dedication in making this trip possible. Thank you, Mrs. Clarke!











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