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Parent's Guide to Ontario's Education System

March 06, 2024
​The Ministry of Education has launched the Parent's Guide to Ontario's Education System.  
This new resource will provide parents with helpful information that allows them to have a stronger role and actively participate in their children's education. The guide covers a number of subjects such as knowing how their child...

April PD Day Rescheduled Due to Total Solar Eclipse

February 13, 2024
​ After significant and thoughtful consultation with local emergency service partners and public health units, Lambton Kent District School Board and St. Clair Catholic District School Board have made the decision to change the Professional Activity Day scheduled for Friday, April 26, 2024, to Monday, April 8, 2024. 
The decision...

Kindergarten Registration Now Open for Future LKDSB Students

December 19, 2023
​Making the transition into Kindergarten is an important milestone in the lives of young children, as well as their parents and guardians. Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) has put a focus on ensuring that transition is warm, welcoming and as easy as possible.
 “Joining one of our schools means you...

Minister of Education holiday message to students and families

December 14, 2023
Ontario Minister of Education Stephen Lecce has issued a holiday video message to students and families.  Watch the video message.

LKDSB Students Encouraged to “Be Who You Are” as Bullying Prevention and Awareness Week is Celebrated Across District

November 24, 2023
​This week, schools across Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) participated in Bullying Prevention and Awareness Week. Lessons focused on the types of bullying that exist – including cyberbullying, which has increased heavily over past years, the immediate and lifelong effects that bullying can have on an individual, and the role...

LKDSB’s Indigenous Teacher Education Program Celebrates First Graduating Cohort

November 21, 2023
​Nine individuals crossed the stage at Queen’s University on Wednesday, November 15th to receive their Bachelor of Education Degree with a specialization in Indigenous Education. The recipients were then honoured last night at a local graduation ceremony taking place at Aamijiwnaang First Nation.  The Indigenous Teacher Education Program (ITEP), which provides...

Lambton Kent District School Board shares $188,500 in donations from Noelle's Gift to Children

November 06, 2023

Noelle's Gift to Children has donated a total of $188,500 to the Lambton Kent and St. Clair Catholic district school boards to support students and families in need to date in 2023, with $158,000 donated 2022.   “For 10 years now, Noelle's Gift to Children, with guidance and care...

LKDSB Commemorates Treaties Week November 5-11

November 06, 2023

The Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) observes Treaties Recognition Week from November 5-11, promoting education and awareness of treaty rights and relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people. Treaties Recognition Week is an annual event which honours the history and importance of treaties. With the support of the LKDSB...

Lambton Kent District School Board Proves to be “Taking Steps in the Right Direction" Following Release of EQAO Test Results

October 12, 2023
Today, the Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) released achievement results, indicating that Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) is showing significant growth in student reading and math achievement.
The results, which include the Grade 3 and Grade 6 Reading, Writing and Math Assessments, the Grade 9 Math Assessment, and the...

LKDSB recognizes National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day on Sept. 30

September 26, 2023

​Beginning in 2021, the Government of Canada formally designated September 30 as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This day is federally observed to honour First Nations, Inuit and Métis survivors and their families and communities, and ensure public commemoration of their history and the legacy of residential schools....

Minister of Education message to parents/guardians

September 06, 2023
​​Ontario Minister of Education Stephen Lecce has issued a message to parents/guardians. Click on the links below to read the message or watch the videos.
Read a letter to parents/guardians:  English Version / French Version
​ Back to s c hool  video messages in  English  and  ...

Fair Notice Communication Regarding Violence Threat Risk Assessment Protocol

September 05, 2023
​ To Parents, Guardians, and Caregivers of Students in the Lambton Kent District School Board:

The Lambton Kent District School Board is committed to providing safe learning environments for all students, staff, school visitors, and community members.  When a student behaves inappropriately, principals will most often employ progressive discipline strategies to help...

Welcome back for the 2023 - 2024 school year

September 01, 2023
​Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) is excited to welcome students and families back to school in September for the 2023-2024 school year. The first day of school is on Tuesday, September 5 for students in Grades 1-12 .  To support a positive transition to school, Kindergarten students will have a...

LKDSB supports the University of Waterloo

June 30, 2023
​The Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) is saddened by the act of hate that occurred at the University of Waterloo on Wednesday, June 28 2023.  Our thoughts go to the victims of this Homophobic and Transphobic attack and to the entire 2SLGBTQIA+ community. These events remind us that Ontario learning institutions uphold...

Join us for a free LKDSB Summer Engagement Camp July-August 2023

June 27, 2023
​Dear Parents and Guardians, Join us for a free drop-in summer camps offered by the Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) for students in Kindergarten to Grade 5 at a school in your area. The recreation camp is held Monday to Thursday from July 4 to August 25, 2023 at 9-11...

Minister of Education message to parents/guardians, students and graduates

June 26, 2023
​Ontario Minister of Education Stephen Lecce has issued a message to parents/guardians, students and graduates. Click on the links below to read the message or watch the videos.
Read a letter to parents/guardians: English Version/French Version
End of 2022-2023 school year video message to students: English/French
Video message to 2023 graduates: English/French

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LKDSB Recognizes National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21

June 20, 2023

The Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) is recognizing National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21 to celebrate the heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples.
Throughout the month of June during National Indigenous History Month, and in particular on June 21, it...

LKDSB celebrates Pride Month

June 01, 2023

The month of June is nationally recognized as Pride Month in Canada. Lambton Kent District School Board with support of the Ontario Ministry of Education joins school boards throughout the province in supporting the 2SLGBTQIA+ community with the display of the Progress Pride Flag on flagpoles at all school...

LKDSB Celebrates National Indigenous History Month

June 01, 2023

June is National Indigenous History Month, a time for all Canadians to reflect upon and learn the history, sacrifices, cultures, contributions, and strength of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people.
LKDSB will be recognizing June 21 as National Indigenous Peoples Day. June 21, 2023 is designated for celebrating the heritage,...

Join us for a LKDSB Parent Involvement Committee virtual event on “Big Picture Parenting”

May 29, 2023
​The Lambton Kent District School Board's (LKDSB) Parent Involvement Committee is hosting a monthly virtual event series for parents/guardians and community members featuring Ann Douglas, author of Happy Parents, Happy Kids and Parenting Through the Storm . Join the conversation on “Big Picture Parenting" on Monday, June 5 at 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Visit...

LKDSB recognizes May 17 - International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia

May 15, 2023

​On May 17, 2023, the Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) recognizes the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia (IDAHOTB). On this date, LKDSB celebrates sexual and gender diversities and denounces discrimination and violence experienced by LGBTQ+ peo​​ple.  Everyone has a right to an education free from discrimination and...

Celebrating the Coronation of His Majesty the King and Her Majesty the Queen Consort

May 03, 2023
​ The following message is shared on behalf of Minister of Education Stephen Lecce.
As previously announced by Premier Doug Ford, Ontario will celebrate the upcoming coronation of His Majesty King Charles III and Her Majesty the Queen. This will mark the first coronation of a Canadian Head of State...

LKDSB Celebrates Education Week May 1-5

May 01, 2023

Education Week 2023 We invite you to visit our schools as they celebrate Education Week May 1-5, 2023. 

Education Week Message from Director John Howitt  The Ministry of Education has declared the week of May 1-5, 2023 as Education Week across Ontario. The Lambton Kent District School Board's...

LKDSB April 28 Elementary Equity PD Day - Workshops

May 01, 2023
​Through the recent release of the LKDSB Voluntary Student Demographic Census Report and the LKDSB Staff Census Report, and as the Board engages in an upcoming Equity Audit, the LKDSB is aware of the need to provide professional development opportunities for staff to better understand Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. On April...

Website Service Disruption Notice – Wednesday, April 5, 2023

April 04, 2023
​The Lambton Kent District School Board public website will be temporarily unavailable on Wednesday, April 5 at 8 p.m. for approximately one hour due to a service update.

Update Regarding LKDSB Virtual Learning Programming

March 22, 2023
The Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) has confirmed it will offer the virtual learning option for elementary and secondary programming for the 2023-2024 school year. No further action is required if your child will be attending in-person learning for the 2023-2024 school year or if parents/guardians have already registered for...

School buses in Zones 1-4 cancelled today (March 3) due to inclement weather forecast

March 03, 2023
​School buses in Zones 1-4 are cancelled today (Friday, March 3) due to the inclement weather forecast. School buses in all other zones are running as normal. All elementary schools are open to students. Reminder: If buses are cancelled for the bus zone in which the school is located, all LKDSB...

All school buses cancelled Feb. 23; Harwich-Raleigh Public School, Merlin Area Public School, W.J. Baird Public School, Wheatley Area Public School and BDHS closed to students Feb. 23

February 23, 2023
​School buses in all zones are cancelled today (Thursday, February 23) due to the inclement weather conditions. ​
Due to power outages in the area and the estimated time of restoration, Harwich-Raleigh Public School, Merlin Area Public School, W.J. Baird Public School and Wheatley Area Public School will be closed to...

School buses in all zones cancelled Wednesday, February 22

February 22, 2023
​School buses in all zones are cancelled today (Wednesday, February 22) due to the inclement weather forecast. All elementary schools are open to students.
All Lambton Kent District School Board secondary students, regardless of whether they ride a bus to school or not, will engage in one-day remote, teacher-led virtual...

School buses in Zones 1-4 are cancelled today (Feb. 17) due to inclement weather

February 17, 2023
​School buses in Zones 1-4 are cancelled today (Friday, February 17) due to inclement weather and road conditions. School buses in all other zones are running as normal.
All elementary schools are open to students.
Reminder: If buses are cancelled for the bus zone in which the school is located, all...

School buses in all zones cancelled today (Jan. 25)

January 25, 2023
School buses in all zones are cancelled today (Wednesday, January 25, 2023) due to the inclement weather forecast. All elementary schools are open to students. All Lambton Kent District School Board secondary students, regardless of whether they ride a bus to school or not, will engage in one-day remote, teacher-led virtual...

School buses in Zones 5-7 cancelled Jan. 12 morning only

January 12, 2023
​School buses in Zones 5-7 are cancelled this morning (Thursday, January 12) due to fog conditions. School buses in all other zones are running as normal. School buses in Zones 5-7 will run in the afternoon as scheduled.
All elementary and secondary schools are open to students. 

All LKDSB schools and facilities closed Friday, Dec. 23 due to inclement weather and road conditions

December 22, 2022
Based on the most recent information from Environment Canada regarding ongoing weather conditions and anticipated road conditions throughout the day, the Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) is closing all schools and LKDSB facilities, including the Chatham and Sarnia Education Centres on Friday, December 23, 2022 to ensure the safety of...

Minister of Education holiday message to students and families

December 22, 2022
​ Ontario Minister of Education Stephen Lecce has issued a holiday video message to students and families. Watch the video message.

Message to parents/guardians re: Winter weather preparations

December 22, 2022
​Dear parents/guardians, Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement alerting residents in areas of Ontario, including Chatham-Kent and Sarnia-Lambton, of a significant winter storm expected to begin Thursday and continue through the weekend. We hope we will not need to implement inclement weather procedures; however, based on the Environment Canada...

Updated School and Child Care Screening Tool

December 06, 2022
Parents/Guardians: Please note that the  School and Child Care Screening Tool has been updated to align with recent recommendations from Ontario's Chief Medical Officer of Health. Download the COVID‑19 school and child care screening to use offline and in other languages. Prior to attending school, it is strongly recommended that all students,...

LKDSB Participates in Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week November 21-25

November 22, 2022

The Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) is participating in Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week November 21-25, 2022 to help promote safe, welcoming and inclusive learning environments. During this week, students, staff and families are encouraged to learn more about bullying and its effect on student learning and well-being....

Schools open to students Monday, November 21

November 20, 2022
​Dear Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Today, the Ministry of Education and the trustees' association announced they have reached a tentative provincial agreement with the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE). As such, all Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) schools and facilities, except Brooke Central Public School, will be open to students on Monday,...

Contract Negotiations Update - November 16, 2022 - 3:10 p.m.

November 16, 2022
​The Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) has been notified that members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Local 1238 will join their colleagues across the province in a legal strike involving a full withdrawal of services in Ontario schools, effective Monday, November 21, 2022 unless there is progress...

Update: A. A. Wright Public School, H.W. Burgess Public School and Wallaceburg District Secondary School open to students on Thursday, Nov. 10

November 09, 2022
​Water services have been restored to all Lambton Kent District School Board schools in Wallaceburg; however, Chatham-Kent Public Health advises a boil water advisory has been issued until further notice.
A. A. Wright Public School, H.W. Burgess Public School and Wallaceburg District Secondary School will be open to students on Thursday,...

Important Notice: A.A. Wright Public School closed Nov. 9 due to temporary local water line issue

November 09, 2022
​Students at A. A. Wright Public School have been dismissed early on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 due to a local water line issue in the Wallaceburg area. Based on the estimated time of restoration and no access to water at the school, Lambton Kent District School Board has decided to close...

Contract Negotiations Update - LKDSB schools open to students Tuesday, November 8

November 07, 2022
​Today, Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Local 1238 notified Lambton Kent District School Board its members will report to work as scheduled on Tuesday, November 8, 2022. As such, all Lambton Kent District School Board schools and facilities will be open to students on Tuesday, November 8, 2022. We thank...

LKDSB Recognizes Treaties Recognition Week November 6-12

November 07, 2022
​The Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) commemorates Treaties Recognition Week from November 6-12, joining school boards across the province in promoting education and awareness of treaty rights and relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people. Treaties Recognition Week is an annual event to recognize the history of treaty rights and why...

Contract Negotiations Update - November 4, 2022 - Labour relations update regarding student learning November 7-11

November 04, 2022
​As of 3:50 p.m. on Friday, November 4, 2022, the Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) has not been informed that Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Local 1238 staff intend to report to work on Monday, November 7, 2022. LKDSB believes CUPE 1238 staff are likely to continue to participate...

LKDSB 2021-2022 EQAO results now available

November 04, 2022
​The Lambton Kent District School Board results from the 2021-2022 Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) assessment are now available. To view the results from the Assessment of Reading, Writing and Mathematics, Primary and Junior Divisions (Grades 3 and 6), the Grade 9 Assessment of Mathematics and the Ontario Secondary School...

Contract Negotiations Update - November 3, 2022 - All LKDSB schools closed to students on Friday, November 4

November 03, 2022
​Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) was notified that members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Local 1238 would join their colleagues across the province in a legal strike involving a full withdrawal of services in Ontario schools, effective Friday, November 4, 2022. On Monday, October 31, the Government...

Contract Negotiations Update – October 31, 2022 4:45 p.m.

October 31, 2022
​The Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) has been notified that members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Local 1238 will join their colleagues across the province in a legal strike involving a full withdrawal of services in Ontario schools, effective Friday, November 4, 2022 unless there is progress...

Contract Negotiations Update – October 30, 2022 - 12:50 p.m.

October 30, 2022
​Today, the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Ontario announced that in the absence of a negotiated settlement, its members will begin a full withdrawal of services (strike action) in Ontario schools beginning Friday, November 4, 2022 unless there is progress at the central bargaining table. Lambton Kent District School Board...

Government of Ontario Catch Up Payments

October 27, 2022
​ Parents/Guardians: Learn more about the Government of Ontario's Catch Up Payments to support student learning. This one-time funding can be used to support student needs, such as tutoring services, supplies and equipment. ​

Reminder re: Inclement Weather-related Bus Cancellations for Secondary Schools

October 20, 2022
​ Dear Parent(s)/Guardian(s):
During the school year, there may be times when school buses are cancelled in particular zones or system-wide due to inclement weather. During the 2022-2023 school year, in the event school bus transportation is cancelled in the bus zone where the school is located (see chart below)...

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519-627-5237
Principal: Scott Bacik
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