Lord Strathcona Public School August Family Update
First Day of School is Wednesday September 3!
Welcome Back New and Returning Students and Families
Principal's Message
I am very excited to be joining the Lord Strathcona Lightning Community this year. The students were very welcoming when I visited in June, and as we reopen for the fall it has been wonderful meeting staff and families. I can't wait to have the halls fill up again next Wednesday. Lord Strathcona is the fourth school in Limestone that I have served as Principal, having worked at Southview, Rideau, and Polson Park prior to this year.
This year promises to be full of learning, growth, and connection. Our dedicated staff have been working hard to prepare engaging lessons, exciting activities, and a supportive environment where every student can thrive.
We encourage families to stay connected through our newsletters, school events, and classroom updates. Your involvement makes a world of difference, and we’re grateful for your partnership. Please don't hesitate to reach out to your child's educators or to the main office if you have any questions.
Here’s to a fantastic year ahead—let’s make it one to remember!
G. Seiveright, Principal
Office Open this week
Our main office will be open this week for questions and new registrations, 8:30 - 4:00. You can call us at 613-549-1680 or email lords@limestone.on.ca . The registraiton process begins online @ https://www.limestone.on.ca/registration
You can check your busing information and apply for transportation at https://triboard.ca/ . If you have not yet applied for transportation for this year, it may not be approved by the first day of school, so be sure to have alternate transportation plans in place.
Parking Lot
Please remember that our parking lot is for staff parking only. Parents dropping off or picking up students are asked to park on Jane Av., Westmoreland Rd. or Seaforth Rd., and walk to the school from there. The Kingston Unitarian Fellowship church across the street also generously allows us to use their lot for pick-up and drop-off. There is no parking in front of the school on either side of McMahon Av. as it is a bus zone. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
First Day of School drop-off
School starts for students Wednesday September 3. Supervision begins at 8:45 and the bell rings at 9:00. All students can come to the front of the school, where staff will direct them where to go. Kindergarten students will be supervised in front of the building, while primary and junior students will be directed around the east side of the school where they will be supervised in their class groups until the bell rings.
Daily Schedule
Time | Activity/learning block |
|---|---|
8:45 a.m. | Supervision begins on the yard |
9:00 to 10:40 a.m. | 100-minute learning block |
10:40 to 11:25 a.m. | Recess and nutrition break |
11:25 a.m. to 1:05 p.m. | 100-minute learning block |
1:05 to 1:50 p.m. | Recess and nutrition break |
1:50 to 3:30 p.m. | 100-minute learning block |
3:30 p.m. | Dismissal |
Notes for Next Week
Monday, September 2
- Labor Day - Schools are closed
Tuesday, September 3
- P.A. Day - No classes for students
Wednesday, September 4
- First day of school
Tentative School Organization
Please note that all class assignments are tentative until the third week of September
Liz Raven- Kindergarten
Marlene Feenstra- Early Childhood Educator
Charlotte Brehl- Kindergarten
Laura Hull - Early Childhood Educator
Deb Pepper - Grade 1/2
Jenn Chanook- Grade 1/2
Lukas Burch- Grade 3
Elizabeth Whitehead- Grade 3/4
Chris Schukei- Grade 4/5
Jaymee Shepherd - Grade 5/6
Caroline Reid -Grade 6
Rita Fabbro- Core French Teacher
Al Claros - Core French Teacher
Sufian Ijaz - Subject Teacher
Colin Carter- IST
Sarah Carter - SST
Lindsay Bell, Stephanie Leeder - MLL Teachers
Robin Walker, Brooklin Magee, Nicole Vellis, Socheath Keo, Sarah Mather, Diane Salamone - Educational Assistants
Scott Dwyre, Mark Jones - Custodians
Tina Goslin - Office Administrator
Greg Seiveright - Principal
MEDICAL CONDITIONS
This message is intended for the families of students with prevalent medical conditions where documentation is needed by the school:
To help us gather important medical information about your child, we ask that you select the correct Plan of Care form below, complete it and return it to the school as soon as possible. If you require us to administer daily medication, you will also need to complete the necessary paperwork for us to be able to do this.
Daily medication will need to be dropped off at the school. Students cannot carry medications in their backpack, at any time. Please call the school to make arrangements for drop off.
**Be sure to also include the supplementary forms if medication may need to be administered by school staff.
Health and safety of our kids is our first priority. Thank you for helping us stay informed on your child's medical conditions and Plan of Care.
Supplemental Forms
Click below for necessary supplementary forms needed including:
- Form 311-A General POC
- Form 311-B - Epilepsy Plan of Care
- Form 311-C - Diabetes Plan of Care
- Form 311-D - Asthma Plan of Care
- Form 311-E - Anaphylaxis Plan of Care
- Form 314-A1 - Authorization and Request for Administration of Prescribed Medication
- Form 314-A2 - Administration of Medication
- Form 314-A3 - Administration of Epi-Pen
- Form 314-A4-Request and Authorization for the Administration of Reliever/Rescue Inhaler
- Form 314-B1 - Authorization and Request for the Administration of Medical Procedures
2025-2026 LDSB School Year Calendar
A PDF version of the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar is available online.
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.
