Lancaster Drive Public School Bi-Weekly Family Update November 3rd-November 14th

Dear Lancaster Families,

It has been wonderful to see students engaged in learning, activities, and school spirit as we settle into the late fall season.

We are excited to have both our Junior and Senior Volleyball seasons underway! A big thank you to Madame Walsh, along with all the staff and parent volunteers who supported the Running Club this fall. We look forward to seeing this club return in the spring.

Lancaster Staff and Students will be gathering for our Remembrance Day Assembly on Tuesday, November 11th. We invite families to join us in this important time of reflection and remembrance. The assembly will begin promptly at 10:45 am. We will begin welcoming families at 10:20 am to Lancaster's gymnasium.

Progress Reports will be sent home on November 13th, and please note there will be a PA Day on November 14th.

As the weather begins to cool, we remind families to help students prepare for outdoor recesses by ensuring they have warm clothing, including an extra set of mittens, socks, and a hat in their backpack—just in case!

We would also like to remind families about head lice. Staying vigilant and checking regularly at home is the best way to help prevent-especially during these colder months.

Have a wonderful week ahead Lions!

Ms. Knowles & Ms. O'Hearn

Upcoming Dates to Remember

Sr. Volleyball Practices (Monday-Thursday @ Lunch Recess)

Jr. Volleyball Intramurals (Monday-Friday @ Morning Recess)

Tournament dates to be communicated with families

Wednesday, November 5th

• Picture Retake Day

Tuesday, November 11th

• Remembrance Day Assembly

Thursday, November 13th

• Progress Reports sent home

Friday, November 14th

• Professional Learning Day ~ No School for students

November 17th-November 21st

• Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week

Friday, November 21st

• LDSB Pink Shirt Day

November 24th-November 28th

• Student Census Survey for Grade 4-12

Wednesday, November 26th

• Parent Council 6pm

Thursday, December 4th

• Grade 7 Vaccination Day

Tuesday, December 9th

• Primary Holiday Concert (Grade 1-3) @ 6:30 pm

Hot Lunches (November-December)

Pasta ~ November 4, November 18, December 2, December 16.

Pizza ~ Nov 11, Nov 25, Dec 9.

See Yourself in Limestone – Student Census Survey

Limestone is committed to creating safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environments for all students. To help us better understand how students’ identities and experiences relate to their achievement and well-being, we are launching our second See Yourself in Limestone Student Census Survey this fall.

The census is a voluntary and confidential survey for students in Grades 4 to 12, running from November 24 to 28, 2025. It gathers information about students’ identities and their experiences at school. This data is then paired with academic information to help us understand what school is like for different groups of students.

Important information for families:

• The survey is optional.
• Responses are confidential and students can skip any questions they do not wish to answer.
• Students will complete the survey during class time.
• Students who do not participate will be provided with an alternative activity.

Families who do not want their student(s) to complete the survey must contact their school principal by Friday, November 14, 2025. Opting out means the student will not receive the survey in their e-mail inbox.

By better understanding students’ identities and experiences, we can remove barriers and better support students in accessing what they need to succeed.

Learn more about the Student Census and how it supports equity in Limestone: limestone.on.ca/student_census

Socktober & Fall Food Drive

What?  The members of the Senior Ministry of Caring are organizing a sock and food drive this month

Why?  To help Kingston residents who may be struggling with food or housing insecurity.  Students want to help make a difference as the weather turns colder.

When:  October 14th-November 7th

Where:  Families who would like to participate in the sock and food drive can send items with their child.  Non perishable food items will be kept in classrooms.  Students can bring their sock donations to the front foyer and put it in their colour house bin.  Let’s see which colour house can collect the most socks!

Socks:  The biggest need is for adult socks, in warm materials such as wool, fleece and polyester blends.  We will donate them to Socks Kingston, who distribute them to agencies across Kingston.

Food:  We got in touch with the Partners in
Mission food bank.  Here are the items that they are most in need of at the moment:

• Canned meats & fish
• Peanut butter, jam
• Stews, chunky soups, and canned tomatoes        
• Pasta & pasta sauce 
• Cereal 
• Baby food and formula

2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar

A PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online.

Daily Schedule

Allergen Awareness - Nut-Free School

Thank you for packing nut-free snacks! Please communicate with teachers before sending any treats in for your student's class.