Ontario government hosting additional Telephone Town Hall sessions for provincial consultations The Ontario government has announced additional Telephone Town Hall sessions for the provincial consultations on education reform. The Ministry of Education has informed the Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) that two additional dates for the Telephone Town Hall sessions for Southwestern Ontario (which includes the LKDSB catchment area) will be held on the following dates/times: • November 23: 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. • December 6: 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Individuals should visit the Telephone Town Hall section of the consultation website to pre-register and learn more. In addition, individuals, organizations and groups are also invited to share feedback through the provincial government's public consultation website (www.fortheparents.ca) or email fortheparents@ontario.ca. Consultations close Dec. 15, 2018.

The Circle Up crew had their second Karam Kitchen (Generosity Kitchen) on Monday. They got to try a Syrian dish called Kabseh (a rice dish with vegetables and chicken) cooked by Abir, listened to a poem by Najah about her appreciation of Sarnia’s welcoming spirit and learned some common Arabic phrases from both of them. All of the students say “Shukran, Abir and Najah, come back min fadlek!”

Yesterday, the students and staff at Lakeroad acknowledged Remembrance Day. Thank you to the Grade 7/8s who researched and led our assembly, to Mrs. Clarke’s class for their poem, to Mme Ciccone for preparing the Grade 3/4s song Jour du Souvenir, to all the students and guests who were attentive and respectful throughout and to our custodial staff who helped us create a welcoming space. During this time of reflection, we thought about the things each of us can do to work towards peace in our school, in our homes and in our community. #wewillrememberthem

Video announcements are up and running! We will be posting our morning announcements each day so make sure to check them out!

The Circle Up crew had an opportunity to sit in circle with Dawn Mary Francis this past Monday. Dawn taught the students about the wisdom of birds to the Haudenosaunee, the importance of interacting with nature in respectful ways and guided them in making their own talking feathers. Thank you, Dawn, for reminding us that there is “No one above, no one below, no one in front, no one behind... we’re all equal in the circle.”

Ontario government hosting provincial consultations on education reform The Ontario government is hosting provincial consultations on education reform. The Ministry of Education has informed the Lambton Kent District School Board that the first of the Telephone Town Hall sessions for Southwestern Ontario (which includes the LKDSB catchment area) are taking place; Thursday, November 1, 2018: 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. (French); or Saturday, November 10, 2018: 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Individuals should visit the Telephone Town Hall section of the consultation website to pre-register and learn more. In addition, individuals, organizations and groups are also invited to share feedback through the provincial government’s public consultation website (www.fortheparents.ca) or email fortheparents@ontario.ca.

On Monday, the Lakeroad Circle Up crew had an opportunity to learn some water teachings and the importance of and responsibilities held by the Anishinaabe people towards the water. Gichi miigwetch, Marina Plain, for coming to share your knowledge and culture with us. Our students shared deeply, showed respect for their new learnings and connected this experience to the important work of reconciliation happening in LKDSB schools and across Canada.

Halloween on parade 🎃

There was dancing and laughing and parents baked goods galore A stellar dance committee, decorations and smiles on the dance floor The music kept us moving and the costumes were great This Halloween Dance was even sweeter than the candy we ate! Thank you so much to Mrs. Perron, the dance committee and the parents who donated the treats. $404.80 was raised to put towards new school jerseys 🎃

Wow! Apparently there’s more than Thing 1 and Thing 2... Look at this great big crew of ‘Thing’-a-ma-doos!

We each run our own race, but we have the support and friendship of our team. Congratulations, Lakeroad Cross Country Team and Coach Perron!

Dress in purple today to recognize the important work of our Children’s Aid services.

Our School Council meets this Wednesday, Oct. 24 at 6pm in our Learning Commons. New members are welcome!

Dress Purple- Wednesday, Oct. 24 On Wednesday, October 24, 2017 communities across Ontario will DRESS PURPLE to break the silence and show their commitment to children’s rights to safety and well-being. On Dress Purple Day we acknowledge that it takes a village to keep kids safe. Everybody in the community plays a role in supporting children’s rights.

We promoted healthy snacking today at Lakeroad with the “Great Big Crunch!”

What does culture, language, connection to other and belonging look like? It looks like Karam Kitchen (Generosity Kitchen)! The grade 6-8 classes of Circle Up welcomed Syrian newcomer, Abir, and translator, Najah, for a cooking and learning circle. The hummus was delish!

Re: Short Community Walls

Information for parents/guardians, students and staff regarding legalization of cannabis. With the legalization of cannabis on October 17, 2018, the Ontario Government provides rules that keep cannabis out of the hands of children and youth, and keep our roads safe. Ontario will have laws in place about how, where and who can buy and possess cannabis in the province. The Lambton Kent District School Board also continues to prohibit cannabis and other related products. Students, staff and visitors continue to be prohibited from smoking or vaping on school grounds. This includes the smoking or holding of lighted tobacco and cannabis (marijuana), and includes a ban on the use of e-cigarettes and electronic smoking devices. Students, staff and visitors are also prohibited from using shisha, smokeless tobacco and/or cannabis products (unless medically prescribed), and all related accessories. This code of conduct is in effect on school property or involving school business 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and on school buses, or during any part of an official school field trip, including athletic team trips and school club excursions. Read the LKDSB's Alcohol and Drugs Policy and Regulation and Smoke-Free Environment Administrative Procedure (at www.lkdsb.net) at for more information.

Did you know a round dance is about friendship? On Orange Shirt Day, Vydel, William and Matt gave us an opportunity to expand our circle of friendship.