​ On the Friday, May 31, 2024, Professional Activity Day, ALCDSB elementary teachers will be working on the completion of student report cards.  Secondary teachers will be planning and preparing for culminating assessment and evaluation activities. Secondary equity teams will be meeting to reflect on their work in 2023-24 and planning...

​ The ALCDSB will be participating in Mental Health Week from May 5-10, 2024.  This year’s theme is centered on the healing power of compassion .  
 
Being kind and compassionate to ourselves and others helps to nourish relationships and contributes to positive mental health.  
 
We...

​ The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board celebrated Catholic Education from May 5-10, 2024. Each year during Catholic Education Week (first full week in May), the ALCDSB recognizes the exemplary accomplishments of students, staff and community members who consistently demonstrate outstanding service.  
 
An Awards Ceremony was held...

The AL CE Foundation’s Virtual Spring Silent Auction  IS NOW  LIVE! Bidders have until 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 7 to snag incredible deals while supporting a great cause. Think of Mother’s Day and Father’s Day gifts, or a little something for yourself!   Here's how to get started:  ...

Dear families, staff, and community partners,
The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board is committed to ensuring that everyone in our communities feel welcome, safe, and celebrated.  The ALCDSB is seeking members to join an Equity Advisory Committee (EAC) to help guide the development of ongoing and future equity...

​ ALCDSB families are invited to attend a special presentation on Online Social Media Safety for Caregivers .  Date: Thursday, May 9, 2024 
Time: 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.  
Platform: in-person or online 
Location: St. Theresa Catholic Secondary School (35 Adam St. Belleville) 
Virtual Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jt9rtZuG3G0 ...

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The ALCDSB is delighted to announce that the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic Education Foundation Virtual Silent Auction will be held from Satur day, May 4 to Tuesday, May 7, concurrent with Catholic Education Week!   Stay tuned for a series of teaser posts on ALCDSB social media feeds for...

ALCDSB families are invite to attend a free, impactful online series for parents and caregivers ​delving into youth substance use and gambling.  Led by experts Steve Keller, Drug Free Kids Canada, and Joe Wedlock, YMCA of Central East Ontario,  this four-part series is your guide to crucial conversations. April 18, 2024 |...

​ For fifty days, the people of God reflect on the meaning of Jesus’ resurrection and of their sharing in it through baptism: dying to sin and living for God. For seven weeks we celebrate the presence of Jesus among us. We celebrate his ascension and pray to him, seated in...

T he Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) is pleased to present the  2023-2024 Student Achievement Plan . The ALCDSB 2023-2024 Student Achievement Plan has been developed in accordance with the Better Schools and Student Outcomes Act (2023) and aligns with the provincial priorities and goals. ​​

​ ​Below is a l etter from Tri-Board Student Transportation Services regarding the application deadline to secure student transportation for the 2024/25 school year:
Tri-Board Student Transportation Services begins planning school bus routes for the next school year in early April for more than 30,000 students for our school boards...

The action of this week moves from the triumph of the palm procession through the agony and death of the Lord to his glorious resurrection from the dead.  During Holy Week, the people of God take time to reflect and pray about what Jesus has done for us in his love....

​​The ALCDSB is inviting students & their families to try Boccia at one of our Family Drop-In Nights! Kingston Boccia Family Drop-In
Tuesday, March 26, 2024
Between 6:00-7:30 p.m.
St Thomas More Catholic School
234 Norman Rogers Drive
Belleville​ Boccia Family Drop-In
Wednesday, March 27, 2024 6:00-7:30 p.m.
St. Joseph Catholic School
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​​ The Mini stry 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...

The 2024-2025 school year calendar has been Ministry of Education approved.​
ALCDSB School Year Calendar 2024-2025​

Below is a list of the key dates in the proposed calendar. When the calendar is approved later this spring, they will be updated on the ALCDSB Calendar page.
First Day of Classes –...

Welcome to Kindergarten! ​The ALCDSB is committed to providing a welcoming and caring environment for  ALL students, regardless of their religious background or affiliation. ​
The ​ALCDSB offers pre-registration online for all incoming kindergarten students. This application will take  approximately 15 minutes. After you complete this form, you will still need to call...

Dear families, As your child prepares to enter grade seven, I am excited to share information with you regarding the exciting initiative for Intermediate students: Curiosity Creates Change (C3). C3 is an initiative embedded in all ALCDSB Intermediate classrooms through teaching the curriculum with a student-centered learning approach. Learning begins with...

We are excited to announce the launch of our Grade 7-8 math boost program "Math Makers".  The program is designed to provide students in grades 7 and 8 with additional support and to enrich their mathematical journey. The deadline to register is  Monday, February 26 . 

Early registration is encouraged, as we have limited...

​ During Lent, the Church prepares to celebrate the dying and rising of the Lord Jesus. It is also the time for preparation for Baptism: for those who will be baptized at Easter and for all who will renew their baptismal promises at the Vigil and on Easter Day.    Lent begins...

​ Interested in becoming a homestay family to an international student this September?  Plan to attend a virtual information session on Tuesday, February 20 at 7 p.m. 
During this session you’ll find out how hosting students from around the world can be an enriching experience for all.  
REGISTER TODAY!...

The ​ Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board is currently working to develop the calendar for the 2024-2025 school year. In collaboration with our coterminous boards (Limestone District School Board and Hastings Prince Edward District School Board), w e have created three options. All feedback will be taken into consideration...

​ Call for Nominations! Each year during Catholic Education Week , the ALCDSB recognizes the exemplary accomplishments of students, staff and community members who consistently demonstrate outstanding service. 
 
We are currently seeking nominations for the 2024 Catholic Education Week awards. P​lease see each award for a full description. These nominations are completed...

​ The ALCDSB welcomes each student with open arms! Whether new to our Board or joining us from an ALCDSB Catholic elementary school, we want to ensure your process to registering for Gade 9 is a seamless experience.  Each individual ALCDSB secondary school offers a specific set of academic programming and...

Due to a total solar eclipse that is predicted to occur on April 8th, 2024, the new   date for the April PA Day is Monday, April 8, 2024. ​   Parts of the ALCDSB ​​will be in the path of totality, which means that these regions will experience complete darkness at approximately...

​ KINGSTON, ON - Regiopolis-Notre Dame Catholic High School proudly presents the timeless classic, Cinderella. Opening night is this Thursday, December 14 at 7:00PM. The production will run until Saturday, December 16. Click here for Show Times & Tickets.
Described as a “golden age musical” by production Musical Director Justine...

​Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School welcomed grade 7 and 8 students from regional 'feeder" schools this week for their annual Day of the Arts event.​
The daily schedule included showcases from the secondary school's Symphonic Band, Jazz Ensemble, Vocals and Dance classes, an art show and a special sneak-peek matinee performance of MAMMA...

Napanee, ON - As we wrap up our 25th year the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) is excited to unveil a timeline wall of achievements, and commemorative video​ , celebrating 25 years of Excellence in Catholic Education.  
 
Located at the front entrance of the Board office in Napanee,...

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The ALCDSB is pleased to present the 2023 Director's Annual Report. Click  here  to learn about the admirable achievements and progress taking place in our Catholic learning communities, where each member is loved, inspired, and successful. 
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A t times, to keep ALCDSB schools safe, we need to practice emergency response procedures.  By having a clear process in place, school administrators can navigate possible threats to school safety in a calm and organized manner.  
 
To better serve parents, guardians, and community members, we thought it may be helpful to...

​ We value the input of our community members and stakeholders, which is why the the ALCDSB is inviting staff, families, and community members to review and provide feedback on the ALCDSB's 2023 Draft Long-Term Accommodation Plan (LTAP). Feedback can be submitted via this online form from November 15,...

  During the spring of 2024, t he ALCDSB will be putting on a Silent Auction concurrent with Catholic Education Week during the first week of May to raise funds for the Algonquin & Lakeshore Catholic Education Foundation.    For GivingTuesday on November 28 , we invite all to participate by...

​ Treaties Recognition Week takes place this year, from November 5 -11. This week was introduced by the province in 2016 to honor the importance of treaties and to help us to learn more about treaty rights, treaty relationships and their relevance today.   
During Treaties Recognition Week, students across the ALCSB...

Professional Development Day Focus for November 10, 2023
P.A. days are professional activity and professional development opportunities for all school staff to engage in and learn.  There are seven P.A. days throughout the 2023/24 school year, approximately once a month. To view the school year calendar, click   here ...

Students from local high schools participated in the Rotary Club of Belleville's Mayors of the Week program from October 2-6.
Representing the ALCDSB was Shivani Narendranath, grade 12 student at Nicolson Catholic College and Student Trustee. ​ ​S tudent participants were selected by their high school. Narendran​ath was chosen for...

​ PICTON, ON - Grade 7 and 8 students from St. Gregory Catholic School in Picton will get an inside look at local government this week.  As part of Local Government Week, the County of Prince Edward is offering an inquiry-based beyond classroom program for students to learn...

Students from all 5 secondary schools came together at Nicholson Catholic College today to discuss the role of student leadership in our Catholic Learning communities. Students engaged in discussions around student mental health and well-being, student safety and how to reach and represent those whose voices are missing or underrepresented in...

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​Professional Development Day Focus for October 27
P.A. days are professional activity and professional development opportunities for all school staff to engage in and learn.  There are seven P.A. days throughout the 2023/24 school year, approximately once a month. To view the school year calendar, click   here...

​ The ALCDSB has teamed up with Ken’s Education Group to provide ALCDSB students currently enrolled in grades 7, 8 and 9 the opportunity to apply for a space in the Canada-Spain Exchange Program for the 2024 – 2025 school year.   The Canada-Spain Exchange Program is a once in a lifetime...

​ ​ The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board’s Recognition Strategy recognizes staff for their actions and results.  Nominations are now being accepted for ALCDSB staff members whose work (or actions) has made an impact and are in-line with the Board's core values and exemplifies characteristics that align with the Board's  vision, mission...

​ From October 23 – 27, 2023, the ALCDSB is conducting a revised and updated version of the See Me in ALCDSB Student Census. If your student is in high school, they will have time during class this week to complete the survey.

Parents and guardians of intermediate students are invited...

​ We heard you!  On behalf of the Algonquin & Lakeshore Catholic District School Board, we'd like to thank you for taking the time to fill out the Communications Survey. We received tons of feedback and are combing through the valuable information.  Stay tuned ! ​


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At the ALCDSB, we value...

Pictured above: Director of Education, David DeSantis and Chair of ALCDSB Terry Shea present a cheque to Leila Nasr-Sharifi, Chair of the ALCE Foundation at the September Board Meeting
The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) is excited to announce that the 24 th Annual ALCE Foundation...

​The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board is pleased to announce the launch of the Multi Year Strategic Plan (MYSP)  - Year 4. The MYSP highlights key strategies and goals that the Board will implement this year to ensure the best in Catholic education. 
Please read the MYSP -Year 4 here: ...

September 25th is officially recognized as Franco-Ontarian Day in the province of Ontario. There are more than 622,000 Francophones and 1.5 million Ontarians who can speak French, making Ontario Canada’s largest Francophone community outside of Québec.    
First recognized in 2010, Franco-Ontarian Day represents over 400 years of Francophone history, celebrating the...

​ From Sept. 25 – 30 ALCDSB schools will be reviewing Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action and exploring conversations on True History reconciliation and responsibilities in preparation for the #NationalDayofTruthandReconciliation on Saturday, September 30 . Due to September 30 falling on a Saturday this year, the ALCDSB is recognizing this...

​ CODE Statement Gender Expression

​Council of Ontario Directors of Education Statement on Supporting Students and Gender Expression

The Council of Ontario Directors of Education, representing the 73 Directors from across all four publicly funded school systems is deeply committed to upholding the human rights of all students and staff as...

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Looking Back    by Julia Waller.
​The ALCDSB would like to congratulate Julia Waller, a 2023 ALCDSB graduate, for winning the EcoSchools 2022-23 Bondar Challenge​ in photography! Julia submitted her image as part of an extra credit assignment while attending Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School. ​​​
See Julia's statement below: My photo, titled Looking...

​​ ​​Aspiring Catholic Leadership Parts 1 and 2 will begin in October 2023.  The deadline to apply for the October start date for Part 1 and Part 2 is   Friday,  October 13, 2023 .  ​ Classes run from 5:00-7:00 pm.
P art 1:
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September 25, 2023, Professional Development Day Focus P.A. days are professional activity and professional development opportunities for all school staff to engage in and learn.
There are seven P.A. days throughout the 2023/24 school year, approximately once a month. To view the school year calendar, click here ...

​ The fourth of five pastoral themes, “Blessed Beyond Belief”, calls us to open our eyes and our hearts to see all of God’s goodness that surrounds us. Recognizing that faith is a gift from God, we are thankful for all of the gifts and blessings that we receive, which all...

De ar families, On behalf of our Board of Trustees and the Senior Leadership team, I am excited to welcome back students and staff to another year of faith-filled learning. I am also pleased to announce that our enrollment has significantly increased for the 2023/2024 school year.  As a result, it...

K ingston, ON - Hailey Bauder and Gates McAllister, soon to be grade 12 students at Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School (HCCSS) in Kingston, were selected to train with Field Hockey Canada’s (FHC) NextGen (U18) Program this summer. After winning a silver medal at Field Hockey Canada’s National Championships in Surrey,...

Napanee, ON –The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) Trustees approved an operating revenue budget of $178,397,987, operating expenditure budget of $179,450,548 and a capital budget of $31,152,706 for the 2023-24 school year, at the Board meeting held on June 20, 2023.   The budget reflects the funding information released...

​ The ALCDSB has 33 EcoSchools this year! This number includes 6 Platinum level, 12 Gold level, 3 Silver level, 2 Bronze level schools and 10 Participants (Green) as reported in the Eco Schools report released on June 16, 2023.   Of the 23 schools that received certification this year, 339 actions were...

Please see an end-of-year message from the Minister of Education, Stephen Lecce, in English and French, and two videos in English with French subtitles at the bottom of the page.
  Dear Parents,
As the school year comes to a close, I would like to express my sincere congratulations to...

​ Summer wellness workshops are being offered by the ALCDSB Social Work Team to students entering grades 7-12 on July 18, 19 and 20 .  The objective of the wellness workshops is to offer psychoeducation and accompanying strategies and tools for a range of mental health and wellness concerns.  
Click ...

​ Does your child/youth struggle with attendance? Worry about marks? Worry about friendships? Cope in unhealthy ways?   Join us on Thursday, August 24 for a virtual parent Q&A with School Social Workers and to hear about how anxiety shows up at school and strategies to support your child/youth.  
 
Participants will be provided...

Napanee, ON – Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board‘s (ALCDSB) incoming Student Trustees for the 2023/24 school year took their Oath of Office at the June Board Meeting on Tuesday evening. 

This year the ALCDSB is pleased announce the addition of a third Student Trustee position to support and uphold...

A big shout out to Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School (HCCSS) and the Gonzaga Bulldogs floor hockey teams, who fought hard to share the bronze medal in the unified division of Floor Hockey at the Special Olympics Ontario School Championship hosted in Kingston on June 6th and 7th.  
This School Championship...

BELLEVILLE, ON – The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board is pleased to celebrate the new Integrated Tech grade 7 & 8 classroom which opened its doors this spring at the ALCSDB Tech Site, located at the Sir James Whitney School for the Deaf campus in Belleville.   The opening of...

The Archdiocese of Kingston is offering Totus Tuus weeklong summer camps for students in grades 1-6 and 7-12 in Kingston, Belleville, Perth and Kempville this summer.
See schedule below.
Grades 1-6
Monday-Friday
9am –2:30pm
With an option of extended day care.
 
July 10-14 – St. Michael the Archangel Church,...

Throughout the course of this year, we have committed to living out our Board pastoral theme “ Formed in the Faith " in our daily words and actions. During the month of June, we in Catholic Education, recognize both The Sacred Heart of Jesus and Pride Month concurrently. ​​
As...

​ Each year, the Catholic Church celebrates the whole month of June as the Month of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Catholics are called to devote the month to meditating on the Sacred Heart, and to deepening our commitment to imitate the compassionate love of Jesus. 
The Institute for Catholic...

​TRENTON, ON. - Grade 12 students from the Recreation and Leadership class at St. Paul Catholic Secondary School in Trenton raised $9,400 during their Colour Run fundraising event on May 4. Proceeds were donated to the Trenton Memorial Hospital Foundation (TMHF) Tuesday in a cheque presentation. The funds will go towards...

From Sunday, May 28 to Saturday, June 3 the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) is recognizing National AccessAbility Week as an opportunity to reflect on ongoing efforts to become a better, more accessible, more inclusive Catholic Learning Community. 
Jarell Gadon, Grade 10 student at St. Paul Catholic...

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On May 26, 2023 the annual Gr 7-8 ALCDSB Math tournament took place at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School. Special thanks to principal Chris Gencarelli and his staff for helping to make the tournament a great success.  96 mathletes competed in this day-long competition coming from as far as...

Curiosity Creates Change for St. Gregory Catholic School Grade 7 and 8 students, two of whom presented at the Prince Edward County (PEC) council meeting today on the topics of food scarcity and affordable housing in the area. Students Violet Dickie and Paulina Mayall provided solutions to council on these...

​ Staff of the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board are being invited to participate in the voluntary, anonymous, and confidential "See Me in ALCDSB" Staff Census. The results of the census will be used to understand the current demographic makeup of the Board’s workforce, and to identify any barriers to equity...

Twenty-four grade 12 students from the St. Theresa Catholic Secondary School Outdoor, Recreation and Leadership class assisted in the planting of 250 shrubs and trees at Riverside Park in Belleville Thursday afternoon as part of the first ever ‘Break-A-Stick, Plant-A-Tree’ initiative.  Click here to read the Belleville Senators media...

​ Students from St. Thomas More Catholic School shone like the bright stars they are, at the annual Sistema Kingston's year-end concert celebration. The event was held at the Jennifer Velva Bernstein Performance Hall in the Isabel Bader Center for the Performing Arts on Thursday, May 4.   
The Star...

  Are you ready for some golfing fun that also supports a great cause? The 24th Annual ALCE Foundation Golf Tournament is coming up, and we can't wait to tee off with you!

Join us on Thursday, August 17, 2023 , at the beautiful Trillium Wood Golf Club for...

Trenton, ON - The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) congratulates Keegan Amos, Grade 12 student at St. Paul Catholic Secondary School (SPCSS) in Trenton for being one of 100 Schulich Leader Scholarship recipients, and the only recipient to be awarded the scholarship pursuing a Bachelor of Computer Science degree...

Napanee, ON – The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board held their annual Catholic Education Week Awards Ceremony this afternoon. The event was held in-person at the Board office in Napanee where award recipients and special guests gathered for a luncheon following.  Each year during Catholic Education Week (first full week...

​ K ingston, ON – The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) is excited to formally announce the renaming of Mother Teresa Catholic School to St. Teresa of Calcutta Catholic School.  St. Teresa was canonized by Pope Francis on September 4, 2016. In June 2022, Trustees of the ALCDSB approved the renaming...

C atholic Education Week will be celebrated across the province during the week of April 30 - May 5, 2023. This year’s theme of Catholic Education Week is We are Many, We are One .  The spiritual quote for Catholic Education Week 2023 is  “We, who are many, are one body...

​ From May 1-7, the ALCDSB is recognizing The Canadian Mental Health Association’s Mental Health Week. See below for details on how the ALCDSB is recognizing and participating in Mental Health Week 2023. #MYSTORY
Mental Health Week is a social change campaign to educate the public and shift beliefs and perceptions...

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Student Trustees L-R Evelyn Shakell, Evangelyn Kelvin (EJ), Shivani Narendranath​
S tudent Trustee representatives in the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) have been elected by their Student Senate peers for the upcoming 20 23/2024 school year . Historically, two student trustees are elected to sit on...

​ Congratulations to Kristen Hannafin on being the recipient of the Stewardship of Creation Award 2023! The St. Theresa Catholic Secondary School teacher was nominated for being a long standing, behind the scenes, environment leader within her school community. “Kristen foregrounds the stewardship of creation in her classroom and beyond. She...

KINGSTON, ON - The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) is excited to congratulate David DeSantis, Director of Education, for being the recipient of the Ontario Association of Parents in Catholic Education (OAPCE) Honorary Lifetime Membership Award.  The OAPCE Honorary Lifetime Membership Award is given to an individual who...

​ Amherstview, ON - The Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Center (FSWC) brought their mobile human rights education bus Tour for Humanity to Our Lady of Mount Carmel (OLMC) Catholic School in Amherstview on Monday, where students in grades 5-8 learned about human rights-related topics from a Canadian perspective.

The focus...

Distributed on behalf of the Quinte Region Traffic Coalition
The Quinte Region Traffic Coalition (QRTC) wants to encourage drivers and school communities to work together to ensure that children are safe to actively travel to and from school. Safe driving behaviours, such as obeying the posted 40 km/h speed limits and...

Former Humboldt Broncos player Kaleb Dahlgren shared stories from his personal journey with secondary school students from Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) and Limestone District School Board (LDSB) at Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School on Wednesday. Kaleb’s visit and was organized as part of the “Making a Difference"...

​Six Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School students brought home gold and bronze following the Limestone Skills Competition earlier this month. Their participation and dedication led to two first-place wins and one third-place win.

TV/Video Production Category
Annie Stewart and Emma Cross came in first place and are now headed...

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Celebrate with us as we mark 25 years of making a difference in our Catholic community! The ALCDSB has been dedicated to improving the lives of those in need for a quarter of a century, and we couldn't have done it without the support of our Catholic community, staff...

The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) is seeking feedback from employees, parents/guardians, students, community members and community partners about the dates for the school year calendar. This feedback supports the version of the calendar that is submitted to the Ministry of Education, which provides final approval of the school...

Interested in becoming a Homestay family to an international student this September? Plan to attend an information session led by the ALCDSB International Education team to find out how hosting students from around the world can be an enriching experience for all. No registration required. 
 
EAST REGION 
Wednesday, March...

​ This past weekend may have been frigid , but the Holy Cross Catholic School turned up the heat during an improv competition in Kingston. The Green Beans Improv Team were announced as the first-place winners at the Canadian Improv Games (CIG) that took place from Thursday, February 2 until Saturday,...

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Black History Month is celebrated across Canada every February. This month is an opportunity to celebrate, learn, and honour the tremendous legacy of Black Canadians of the past and present. One month would never be enough time to fully commemorate and celebrate the often-omitted accomplishments, contributions and true history...

The ALCDSB's 34 th annual memorial basketball tournament kicks off this Thursday, January 19, at 5:30 p.m. at Regiopolis-Notre Dame. The event features a doubleheader of Junior and Senior boy's basketball between the Regi Panthers and the Holy Cross Crusaders.  “The Memorial " established in 1989 by Paul Halligan, who at that...

​ Call for Nominations!  Each year during Catholic Education Week, the ALCDSB recognizes the exemplary accomplishments of students, staff and community members who consistently demonstrate outstanding service.  
We are currently seeking nominations for the 2023 Catholic Education Week awards. Please see each award for a full description. These nominations are completed...

ALCDSB student artwork is highlighted in the current edition of Journey, a magazine published by the Archdiocese of Kingston.  Click here to view online. Also included in this edition is a full list of local Christmas mass service information. 
Front Cover:
Chloe Bodzasy, Grade 8 student at St. Patrick Catholic School,  E rinsville Come Adore...

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Let the bidding begin! The ALCDSB Virtual Christmas Silent Auction is  NOW LIVE  and open  until Saturday, December 10 at 8:15 p.m.!
Step 1. Create a bidder account on MaxSold.  

Step 2. View auction items here.  

Step 3. Start bidding on your favourite items!  

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​ The ALCDSB is pleased to present the 2022 Director's Annual Report​.  Click  here to learn about the admirable achievements and progress taking place in our Catholic learning communities, where each member is loved, inspired, and successful.

NAPANEE, ON - A new Chair, Vice-Chair and Chair of the Finance and Operations Committee have been acclaimed at the ALCDSB's Inaugural Meeting of the Board held on November 22, 2022. The Board of Trustees has acclaimed Terry Shea, as Chair of the Board, Brian Evoy as Vice-Chair of the Board...

Public Health have published recommendations around masking.

For  KFL&A Public Health , see recommendation below.
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​For  HPE Public Health , see recommendation below.
HPEPH Masking Recommendation Nov. 15, 2022
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To purchase lunches, milk and other items such as school excursions, please click on the blue link below.   You will have to first register an account and then login to purchase items. ​
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​ Safe Arrivals Program ​​​​Report your Child's Absence
The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board is excited to launch the Safe Arrivals Program on February 1, 2020, which will allow parents/guardians to report their child's absence in a new, more convenient way. ​
Using the Safe Arrivals Program, parents/guardians...

A ll ALCDSB schools will re - open to students and classes will resume in-person tomorrow, T uesday, November 8, 20 22 . S tudents currently enrolled in the remote learning school will continue classes as nor ma l.   Any further questions, please contact your school directly.   Thank you...

​ Dear families, I am writing to you today to provide an update with regards to the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) job action. This union represents the following employees at the ALCDSB; Educational Assistants, Early Childhood Educators, Secretaries, Youth Workers, Custodial Maintenance, and Central Clerical and Technical Staff. CUPE continues its...

​ We have had a very successful start to the school year, including the return of student extracurricular activities, field trips and all of the benefits students get from the return of in-person learning experiences.  The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board is committed to the health and safety of...

​ Picton, ON - The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) have received approval from the province of Ontario for the acquisition of land in Picton's west end for a new school site. The $4.6 million dollars in Land Priorities funding will allow the Board to purchase the property...

​ Napanee , ON – The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board have released an update on year three of their five-year strategic plan.   The Multi-Year S trategic Plan (MYSP) was developed in 2020 by a diverse stakeholder group which included ALCDSB staff, parents, school board trustees, and representatives...

​Covid-19 School Screener

​Thursday, September 15, 2022
Kingston, ON – The chapel at Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School has been formally named after St. André Bessette. The official naming was marked in a brief liturgy in the chapel Thursday morning. The naming service took place following the first whole school mass of the school...

ALCDSB Election s Compliance Audit Committee   The Algonquin & Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) is seeking interested applicants for appointment to its Election Compliance Audit Committee for the 2022 municipal election.  Deadline to apply is September 2 3 , 2022. ​ Compliance Audit Committees are required under the Municipal...

This year, the first day of school for students is  Tuesday, September 6, 2022 . Kindergarten students may have a staggered start to the first week of school and begin classes on a different date. Schools will contact families directly to confirm start dates.
On behalf of our Board of Trustees and the...

​ The past two school years have been anything but usual. We know that while many students and families are eager to return to a “more normal” school experience, some will be worried about starting back, and what this new school year will look like for them. Remember as parents/caregivers you know...

Another set of in-person Art Therapy-based programs are being offered this summer by school mental health clinicians. Students entering G rades 4-6 and 7-9 are eligible to attend a weeklong program of psychoeducation workshops addressing mental health topics this August .  
Students will learn strategies through art-based activities ....

​ Every year, the ALCDSB organizes an Algonquin & Lakeshore Catholic Education Foundation Golf Tournament. This year marks the 23 rd  annual event, which will be held on Thursday, August 18, 2022 at  Loyalist Golf and Country Club.
We're excited to announce that registration and sponsorship opportunities are now ...

Kingston, ON - Congratulations to Concetta Buragina, Special Education Resource Teacher at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Elementary School in Kingston for being the recipient of a Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee Pin Award, for her outstanding contributions to her community.  
The Queen's Platinum Jubilee marks the 70th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's...

​ Luke Coffin, Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School student and wrestling heavy-weight champion of the Cadet Division (U17), proudly represented Canada last month at the Pan-American (Pan-Am) Wrestling Championship in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Coffin, who place third at the international games, is the first athlete to represent the Kingston Wrestling Club...

​Each year ALCDSB schools apply for EcoSchools certification by undertaking environmental actions, campaigns, and projects, and then recording them in the online EcoSchools Certification Application (ECA) to earn points.
Participation in the program allows our students, teachers, school administrators, caretakers, and parents to authentically integrate learning experiences within the natural...

Napanee, ON - The work of the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board has been acknowledged in the 2021-22 Ontario Human Rights Commission's (OHRC) Annual Report, in its Education section.
As Year 2 of a 5-year Multi-Year Strategic Plan implementation ends, the board's Science of Reading professional development plan is...

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Students entering Grades 3-8 are being offered an opportunity to register for our  Virtual Summer Mindfulness Learning Sessions that are based on the MindUp curriculum.
The MindUp curriculum is designed to teach students the skills and knowledge that they need to:
Regulate stress and emotion Form positive relationships...

​ Napanee, ON –The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) Trustees approved an operating budget of $177,293,497 and a capital budget of $34,402,323 for 2022-23 school year at the Board meeting held on June 21, 2022. ​ The budget reflects the funding information released by the Ministry of Education...

Students​ in the ESL and  Language Instruction for Newcomers (LINC)   ​programs at  Loyola School of Adult and Continuing Education  accept awards today during the  2022 presentation of certificates at Zwick's Park. ​ ​   The Susan An award  is donated in honour of Susan An who was passionate about ESL instruction. It is given...

Napanee, ON – The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) welcomed Loyalist College President and CEO, Dr. Ann Marie Vaughan, to the Board office Tuesday evening to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).
​​(L-R)  Sean Monteith, L oyalist College Senior  Vice President of  Academic   and David DeSantis,  Direc tor...

​On June 6, 2022, the annual ALCDSB Math Tournament for students in grades 7 and 8 took place at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School in Kingston.  Sixty-six mathletes from across the ALCDSB gathered, some competitors travelled from as far as Sacred Heart Catholic School in Batawa. The participants worked tirelessly on challenging...

Incoming student trustees for the 2022/2023 school year took their "Oath of Office" at the June Board Meeting on Tuesday evening. ​







David DeSantis, Director of Education for the ALCDSB welcomed incoming student trustees Marlow Slatter (left) and Mary Mekhaeil (right) and their families. Mary Mekhaeil, entering grade...

On June 2, 72 mathletes from 12 teams across the ALCDSB competed in the Grade 5 & 6 Math League Tournament at St. Marguerite Bourgeoys Catholic School in Kingston. 
The tournament was established in 2019 to honour St. Marguerite Bourgeoys' 400 th  anniversary, for whom the cup is named after. Congratulations...

​ The Maltby Centre (KFLA's Mental health and Autism service agency) is offering virtual workshops for parents/caregivers and youth this June. See complete list below.  To register please visit maltbycentre.ca.

JUNE 1 – AUTISM SERVICES
Coping with Challenging Behaviour
Wednesday, June 1, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM EST
ONLINE – FREE WITH AN...

Kingston, ON – Regiopolis-Notre Dame (RND) Catholic High School is back on-stage after over a two-year-long COVID hiatus. The local Catholic high school are presenting Disney's High School Musical on June 2, 3 and 4.
For those familiar with the Original Disney Channel movie, the musical is a high-energy, large-scale...

Throughout the pandemic, Hastings Prince Edward Public Health (HPEPH) was unable to provide school-based immunization clinics or community clinics for childhood vaccines, and access to some health care providers was limited. Unfortunately, this resulted in many children and youth falling behind in their routine vaccinations.
In accordance with the Immunization...

​ Napanee, ON - The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) 2022 Environmental Stewardship of Creation Award was presented to Janet Kenny, Educational Assistant (EA) for St. Paul Catholic Elementary School in Kingston, Tuesday night at the ALCDSB Meeting of the Board. Kenny has been in the role of...

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Attention ALCDSB families, The See Me in ALCDSB survey link is available until May 20 . Your participation, while voluntary, is very important because it will help support future decision-making about programs and supports available in our school and across the school board.      Click  here  to complete...

​ The Ontario Ministry of Health and the Ontario Ministry of Education have updated their COVID-19 screening tools for  COVID-19 school and child care screening . Revisions have been made to align with federal guidance for fully vaccinated travelers who are exempt from quarantine.
Staff, students, children, and visitors...

Survey data will support improvement planning, accountability  
Napanee, ON – Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) students and families are invited to participate in the first-ever See Me in ALCDSB survey, a confidential and voluntary student census happening from May 9 to 20. The student census will collect...

​​​ The Ministry of Education has approved  the ALCDSB School Year Calendar for 2022/2023. This calendar includes the additional criteria identified by the ministry and supports the strategic priority “Ensure fiscally responsible, transparent and accountable decision making practices and resource allocation of all scho​ol, Board and provincial resources to achieve goals that equitably meet...

Napanee, ON – Each year during Catholic Education Week, the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) recognizes the exemplary accomplishments of students, staff and community members who consistently demonstrate outstanding service.
Links to Resources:
CEW-MHW 2022 Poster.pdf
Catholic Education Week Awards Video Presentation
Celebrating Catholic Education in the ALCDSB: Video...

​​​ The ALCDSB Catholic Education Week video has premiered! Watch to see how the ALCDSB is celebrating the significant contribution that Catholic Education has made to the community, the province and to Canada.
This Catholic Education video highlights ALCDSB school initiatives and includes narrative on this year's Catholic Education Week's theme Rebuild,...

During the week of May 2 to May 6, 2022, The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) are celebrating the significant contributions that Catholic Education has made to the community, the province and to Canada. During Catholic Education Week ALCDSB schools will also recognize Mental Health Week as an...

​Catholic Education and Mental Health Week will be celebrated across the ALCDSB during the week of May 2 – 6, 2022. 
The theme of Catholic Education Week is Rebuild, Restore, Renew Together. This year, Mental Health Week focuses on how empathy is important for our mental health.      
During Catholic Education Week ALCDSB schools will celebrate...

​White milk and chocolate milk is now available to purchase on School Cash Online! 

​​​ Napanee, Ontario   -  Secondary School Student Trustee representatives in the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board have been elected by their Student Senate for the upcoming 2022/2023 school year.   ​
The ALCDSB student​ Senate met at the board office Tuesday morning where ​​the group of secondary...

Parents/guardians, students, staff and community members are invited to join a live webinar on April 25 from 6 to 7 p.m. to learn more about the See Me in ALCDSB survey , a confidential student census taking place from May 9 to 20.  The virtual info rmation session will cover:...

Holy Week
The action of this week moves from the triumph of the palm procession through the agony and death of the Lord to his glorious resurrection from the dead. During Holy Week, the people of God take time to reflect and pray about what Jesus has done for us...

5 Things to Know About the See Me in ALCDSB Survey  
The first-ever See Me in ALCDSB Survey, a confidential student census, takes place May 9 to 20. We hope all students and families will participate. Here are five things to know about the survey:    
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SPEAK UP FOR ABILITY - PARENTS FORUM Join the Learning Disabilities Association of Kingston for their annual forum ONLINE
Saturday April 23, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. ET
Topic: Building Children's Literacy Skills Keynote presentation by the OHRC on the Right to Read Inquiry. Sessions for...

The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) students and parents are invited to complete the first-ever See Me in ALCDSB Survey, a confidential and voluntary student census , from May 9 to 20. The See Me in ALCDSB survey asks about:   Student i dentity, including race, gender, sexual...

Lunches available to purchase now on School Cash Online!

​Dear Families of current grade 8 and grade 9 ALCDSB students,

We are writing to inform you about the recently released Policy and Program Memorandum 167 which details the implementation of an online learning graduation requirement for Ontario schools and the associated opt-out process. The Ministry of Education has mandated...

​ ​​​Call for Nominations  ​ Each year during Catholic Education Week, ALCDSB recognizes the exemplary accomplishments of students, staff and community members who consistently demonstrate outstanding service.  We are currently seeking nominations for the 2022 Catholic Education Week awards. Please see each award for a full description. These nominations are completed through Forms.  The...

April 6, 2022:  Update & friendly reminder from the Director of Education
April 6- Letter from the Director, COVID

March 16, 2022: Please see attached a letter from the Medical Officer of Health for our KFLA families
2022-03-16_Statement of Support from MOH Regarding the Return to School
March 16,...

​ As we hear and witness more about the shocking developments in Eastern Europe, our thoughts and prayers are with the people of Ukraine and the Ukrainian families within our ALCDSB communities. 
To support the greater community during this time, LifeWorks has activated their Community  Crisis Support Line in response to...

​ ALCDSB is committed to providing a welcoming and caring environment for  ALL students, regardless of their religious background or affiliation . We encourage you to get in touch with your local Catholic School if you have any questions about our schools, our programs, or our school board. 
Wondering what it's...

​ALCDSB families, staff and students are invited to join us for the S​pring 2022 Evening Virtual Speaker Series: Helping Our Kids Thrive. ​ Next Session: May 11 | 6:00-7:00 p.m. | Dr. Jean Clinton | The Power of Play - Building Relationships and Resilience Through Play​ Microsoft Teams Link​​ If you missed...

​ In October 2021, the entire Church entered into a synod opened by Pope Francis: For a Synodal Church: Communion, Participation, & Mission . 
All people are invited to provide feedback to the local Church.    We are asking all ALCDSB to share your voice and be part of this...

ALCDSB is committed to providing a welcoming and caring environment for  ALL students, regardless of their religious background or affiliation . We encourage you to get in touch with your local Catholic School if you have any questions about our schools, our programs, or our school board.  Kindergarten Registration ​​ ALCDSB offers...

Please find attached a letter from Dr. Piotr Oglaza, Medical Officer of Health at KFL&A Public Health, with information on an important COVID-19 update for schools ​ 2022-01-26-Important COVID-19 Update for Schools

​Please read the attached letter from Director of Education, David DeSantis, regarding the return to in-person learning on January 17, 2022.  Branded Parent Communication Returning to School January 17 2022 (1).pdf

A LCDSB is excited to be able to offer after-school virtual group opportunities between January - June 2022 through the ABA Skills Development Program available for students in Grades K-12 diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The form below will serve as the application to the program and we ask that parents/guardians...

​The 2022-2023 School Year Calendar is currently being drafted for submission by the ALCDSB.
The ALCDSB is currently working to develop the calendar for the 2022-23 school year. In collaboration with our coterminous boards (LDSB and HPEDSB), we have created 3 options. We w​ould like to gather the opinions of many different...

​To assist our Catholic school Families, please use the links below to access the most up-to-date school screening tool from the Ministry, along with the COVID19 Exposure Guidelines​.  May God Bless you and keep you safe. School Screening Tool
Exposure Guidelines

January 3, 2021
Dear Families,
As you may be aware, the Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, has made the decision to move all in-person learning to remote learning for 2 weeks , starting on Wednesday, January 5, 2022. This move has been made...

We're excited to launch year 2 of our Multi-Year Strategic Plan. Use the link below to check out the video update from Director DeSantis and learn about all the  amazing progress and achievements being made in the ALCDSB during the second year of our MYSP! #ALCDSBMYSP
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Dear Families,
 The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board is pleased to announce inter-school athletics for student-athletes in grades 7-12 will resume this week with a mandatory vaccination plan for students, coaches, volunteers, and officials. This decision was made after consultations with our coterminous boards, and...

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Dear Families,  
On behalf of our Board of Trustees and senior team I want to reiterate our commitment to the safety, and ongoing well-being of our students and staff as we return to our Catholic schools in person next week. This letter is intended to provide...

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​ The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board will be running several programs throughout the summer of 2021 in support of Mental Health for our students and families.  Please use the link below to access an information poster which describes these programs in further detail, and provides links for registration....

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​ALCDSB School Year Calendars have been reviewed by the Ministry. Please use the link below to view the full ALCDSB School Year Calendar.


School Year Calendar 2021-2022.pdf

​We look forward to seeing you in September!​

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June 9,2021
To All Members of the School Communities in the Hastings Prince Edward, and Kingston, Frontenac, and Lennox & Addington Counties. A Joint Statement from Hastings Prince Edward Public Health (HPEPH) and Kingston, Frontenac, and Lennox & Addington Public Health (KFL&A PH) regarding the upcoming...

​ Each year during Catholic Education Week, ALCDSB recognizes the exemplary accomplishments of students, staff and community members who consistently demonstrate outstanding service.  Catholic Education Week Awards Poster:​​   2021 CEW Awards Poster.pdf ​ ​ Archbishop Francis J. Spence Catholic Teacher of the Year Award

​ Sarah Cassidy - ALCDSB Board...

Funding for the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board Elementary Summer Learning Program (SLP) has been approved for Summer 2021. The Summer Learning Program aims to provide students opportunities to minimize learning loss and face social and economic challenges that affect their learning. Another focus of this year's SLP is...

Register for the webinar here: ​Webinar Registration - Zoom
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ALCE Foundation's Silent Auction to raise funds for families in financial crisis starts today !  Silent Auction LINK Bidding will begin at 5pm on Monday, April 19th .  Relax and browse the 147 items that are up for bid to help raise much needed funds for the students and families in our Catholic...

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Rick Revelle, our cultural advisor for Indigenous Education, joined us on Wednesday, April 7th to help us learn about what life was like 700 years ago.  Students learned about Indigenous ways of life, such as hunting, gathering, clothing, and farming.  Mr. Revelle also shared some of his book,  Algonquin Spring...

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Today at SMB, we wear blue to increase understanding and acceptance for people who are on the autism spectrum.  Thanks to all those who wore blue today in support of this worldwide event.  

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We did it!  We surpassed our goal of collecting 1000 pairs of socks for SOCKS Kingston by actually collecting 2120 pairs of socks.  Way to go SMB!  Our efforts will really help a lot of local families this Easter Season.  Thank you for your generosity!  Happy Easter!  

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In celebration of St. Patrick's Day, we were a sea of green at SMB today.  We usually are away on March Break for St. Pat's Day, but with the break rescheduled this year, we were able to celebrate together.  Happy St. Patrick's Day everyone!​

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Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board
2021-22 Remote Learning Plan    
Dear Families,   The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board will continue offering families the opportunity for their children to learn remotely through virtual modes in the 2021-2022 school year. Ideally, all students would...

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Today, SMB combined our Easter Seals efforts with our EcoSchools efforts by hosting a Sweater Day.  Our school will donate $500 to Easter Seals while wearing sweaters to raise awareness around energy conservation.  Don't forget to turn the thermostat down, especially in this warmer weather!  

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Dear Parent(s)/Guardian(s);
 On February 11 th Ontario Education Minister of Education Stephen Lecce issued a statement that March break would be postponed until April 12-16, 2021. This decision was made in conjunction with Ontario's Chief Medical Officer of Health and public health officials' advice, including consultations with many local Medical...

​ ​ Each year, the Knights of Columbus host a series of poster contests for students.  This year, some of our students were successful in winning the contests.  Our winners this year include: Jason K - School and Council winner (Ages 8-10) Alcohol Abuse Awareness Poster Contest
Audrey M - School Winner...

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On Wednesday, February 24th, we celebrate kindness by wearing pink for Pink Shirt Day.  It's a great reminder for us all that kindness matters and we should do our best each day to treat others as we would like to be treated.  Remember, keep calm and be kind!

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​The ALCDSB 2021-2022 School Year Calendar is being finalized and we are seeking input from our school communities and  stakeholders on different options for things like starting dates, PA days, and final day of instruction dates. This survey will be open for responses from February 2 until 6pm on February 16th.  Please...

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There were lots of flannel pajamas and onesies at school today in celebration of Family Literacy Day.  Students participated in classroom activities to mark the event.  Be sure to snuggle up and a read a good book together at home today!  

  Every year, students from our school enter the National Legion Remembrance Day Literacy and Poster contest and every year our students achieve great success.  We would like to express our gratitude to all students who entered the contest and congratulate the following winners:    Linkon L:   1st place for his colour poster  Kim...

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We are proud to announce that St. Marguerite Bourgeoys Catholic School’s Terry Fox School Run collected $1,969.00 for cancer research! The Terry Fox Foundation extends their heartfelt thanks for your generosity and support in this very challenging year. Terry’s message of hope lives on and remains strong! If you...

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Thank you for all the wonderful donations that we collected over the Advent season for St. Vincent De Paul and Joseph Street Shelter.  Your generosity will go a long way in helping others who need our support the most to have a Merry Christmas.  Well done SMB!  Merry Christmas...

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Thank you to all those who purchased Poinsettias this year in support of our school!  Money raised goes towards supporting school Council initiatives that have included purchasing technology for classrooms, the new climber for our school yard, outfitting our Sensory Room, furniture for our Learning Commons, etc.  We offer a...

         ​ Dear parents/guardians of elementary students, I am writing to you to provide updates on our Catholic learning communities. This information applies to elementary students (Kindergarten-Grade 8) only. There are no changes at the secondary level (Grade 9-12). Please note that Remote Learning is available for families...

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​On Tuesday, November 24th many of our students were able to celebrate the Sacrament of First Eucharist at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church.  We offer a special thank you to our Parish and our parents/guardians for your support and patience as our celebration was originally planned for the...

November 24, 2020 Dear Parents/Guardians,
Following our message to you this past Sunday (November 22, 2020) regarding our inclement weather day process this year, we would like to provide further clarification on some key points:
ALCDSB is keeping our schools open during inclement weather days when buses are cancelled....

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Holy Cross presented to our Gr. 8 students today to share some insights into what next year might look like.  School sports, clubs, the uniform, social life, and academics were all discussed.  Our Gr. 8s had the chance to ask questions and to think about some things before Holy...

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Each year on Remembrance Day, our school comes together to be thankful and to reflect upon the sacrifices that others have made on our behalf so that we may live as we do today in the wonderful country that we have.    This year, we couldn't gather as a...

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Our school was getting into the Halloween spirit today by hosting our Orange and Black Day.  We wish everyone a Happy Halloween!  Be Safe!

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This month and throughout the year, the Ontario Association of Children's Aid Society encourages all individuals and organizations to play a role in making our community a better place for all children and families.  On Tuesday, October 27th, Ontario Dress Purple Day, we join together to speak up for every...

​The employees of the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board have, for many years, been strong supporters of our local United Way. Once again, we look to you to participate in our United Way campaign by making a donation that will support our students and families within our communities.
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Our School Board has recently implemented a Multi-Year Strategic Plan.  The first year of the plan calls for the board-wide theme, All Are Welcome in This Place.  At SMB, we have placed our banner that honours this theme in our front foyer just below our school flag and beside our own...

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Congratulations SMB! As of yesterday morning we had collected $1, 904 dollars in on-line donations! That's $605 more than what we had set for this year's modified goal! It brings our 13 year donation total to $50, 605! Thank you to all of those who donated towards Terry's dream...

The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board is excited to announce a new Multi-Year Strategic Plan. This five-year plan will guide ALCDSB to higher levels of excellence in all that we do in service of Catholic education.
ALCDSB's new Multi-Year Strategic plan will focus on four main priorities over...

​Social workers and psychotherapists talk about how anxiety affects children and youth. Ask questions and learn how to help your child.
Virtual Town Hall 
October 14, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. 
Click Here to Register

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On September 30th, we are asked to reflect nationally on the Residential School System in Canada.  Orange shirts are worn in memory of all the Indigenous children whose culture, language, and freedoms were lost, oppressed, or challenged.  As schools and as a nation, we remember our Calls to Action.
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Today, our classes went on their annual Terry Fox Walk in support of cancer research.  This year, we couldn't host our whole school assembly or walk as a whole school, but we were able to keep the spirit of Terry's walk alive.  Donations were made online with classrooms challenging...

Dear parents/guardians of elementary students,
I am writing to you to provide updates on our Catholic learning communities.
This information applies to elementary students (Kindergarten-Grade 8) only. There are no changes at the secondary level (Grade 9-12). Please note that Remote Learning is available for families who require...

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On Wednesday, September 23rd, many of our classes gathered at our flag pole to participate a world day of prayer entitled 'See You At the Pole'.  Each class prepared a short prayer service to participate in as a classroom.  

​ ​​​​​​​​An Introduction to Our Pastoral Themes 
2020-2025
The vision of the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board is that we imagine a world where every person is empowered to reach their full potential through faith and service.  Our mission is the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board builds faith-filled learning communities...

​ TriBoard Bus Transportation anticipates more delays and route cancellations than normal this year due to the pandemic. TriBoard is asking all families to ensure they have subscribed to their notification system and are aware of other ways to track bus delays and cancellations. 
Click here to subscribe by email...

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Monday, September 14th marked the first day of school in which all our students were at school at the same time.  From September 3rd until September 14th, we gradually invited our students back to school with a staggered start.  This allowed us to work through our new COVID measures...

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Ontario Releases Plan for Safe Reopening of Schools in September
Province Providing Critical Investments and Resources to Keep Students and Staff Safe Office of the Premier 
TORONTO — The Ontario government is announcing the safe reopening of schools for in-class instruction beginning this September. The government has unveiled a plan that prioritizes the...

Thank you for your continued partnership during this unprecedented time. We value your leadership and commitment in supporting children and families across the province.
As you know, the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014 (CCEYA) came into effect on August 31, 2015. The CCEYA requires the Minister of Education...

The last three months have been a time of learning for all of us at ALCDSB. We had to quickly change how we connect with our students and families  as a result of the province's Emergency Closure Order. 
We are looking for your feedback on how we did and how we...

​ Elementary Summer Programming (Grade 1 -8) Funding for the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board Elementary Summer Learning Program (SLP) has been approved for Summer 2020.  The Summer Learning Program aims to provide opportunities for students to minimize learning loss, and for those who may face social and economic...

​Please see the following attachment for daily resources for Catholic Education Week and Mental Health Week.  ​
CEW-MHW 2020 Placemat
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​ Please see attached document, which supports students and families in accessing FreshGrade and D2L from home. 
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​As we enter into Holy Week, check out the following resources for families and educators on daily Gospel readings, infographics/video reflections,  music and actions:  Holy Week 2020

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On March 31, 2020, the Minister of Education, Stephen Lecce, announced that schools would remain closed until at least May 4, 2020

As a result, the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board will continue to work to create a plan to best support our students academically. 
With this...

PHASE TWO On March 31, 2020 the Premier of Ontario and Minister of Education announced the launch of the second phase of  Learn at Home . The second phase establishes clarity for parents/guardians, enhances education supports and creates opportunities for teachers and educators to connect with students. ​Letter from the Minister of...

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As we make our way towards platinum EcoSchools certification this year, we wanted to thank our parents for your continued support.  The picture above displays two great examples of boomerang lunches, complete with healthy food and containers that can be brought home without producing any waste.  Way to go!

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Our Gr. 3 students have been making their way to the pool at Queen's University to undertake swimming lessons during the Swim to Survive Program.  Students learn basic swimming techniques in a safe and fun setting.  

Our Grade 7/8 student presented their Rube Goldberg projects to all students today. Students demonstrated outstanding collaboration, creativity and innovation in the creation of their projects. Thank you to Ms. Markotich and Ms. Coppens for providing such an engaging activity for the students. A special thank you to our guest judges; Speros...

​Dear ALCDSB families, guardians and staff,   
The health and wellbeing of all Board students, staff, volunteers and community members is a priority for the Board. We work in collaboration with all of our public health units who have asked us to share information about COVID-19. 
The Algonquin and Lakeshore...

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Both our Sr. Girls and Sr. Boys' Basketball Teams played their way into the championship game on Wednesday, March 11th at Regiopolis-Notre Dame Catholic High School.  Our girls played hard against a tough and talented team from Mother Teresa Catholic School, losing in the final.  Our boys' team faced off...

March 4, 2020
​The health and wellbeing of all Board students, staff, volunteers and community members is a priority for the Board. We work in collaboration with all of our public health units who have asked us to share information about COVID-19.
On January 30, 2020 the World Health Organization declared...

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Our Gr. 2 students celebrated the Sacrament of First Reconciliation on Wednesday, March 4th at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church.  It was a meaningful liturgy followed by the students receiving the Sacrament.  Thank you to our Parish, our teachers, our parents, and our students for a job well...

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In support of our French language instruction at SMB and through a grant secured by our French Teachers, our school was treated to a French stunt ventriloquist performance on Wednesday, March 4th.  Our performer juggled, interacted with some puppets, played the harmonica, and rode a unicycle during this interactive...

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On Tuesday, March 3rd, our school had a special visit from Team Nunavut who are competing in the Tim Horton's Brier that is currently taking place in Kingston.  The team talked to some of our classes about what life is like in the far north and about curling.  Some...

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Special thanks to Constable Anderson and Constable Knott for coming into our school on Friday, February 28th to speak to our Gr. 7-8 students about bullying and cyber-bullying.  We talked about thinking of what impact your actions have on others, especially when you are on social media platforms and...

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It was a sea of pink in many places at our school today as we celebrated Pink Shirt Day together.  Pink Shirt Day is a time to encourage kindness among others and to treat others as you would like to be treated.  

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Despite the bus cancellations, we were able to have our Ash Wednesday Prayer Service and distribution of ashes on Wednesday, February 26th.  The original plan was to receive ashes during our monthly Mass at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, but had to change the plan to host the...

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Congratulations to our school's Ball Hockey Team who won the Frontenac Cup last week.  The Frontenac Cup is an annual ball hockey tournament that is hosted by St. Martha's for our Jr. students that includes about a dozen schools in the Kingston area.  Our team beat St. Patrick (Harrowsmith)...

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Each year, the Knights of Columbus host an alcohol abuse poster contest and a substance abuse poster contest for schools in our area.  We congratulate Aaron P for placing first in our school's Alcohol Abuse Poster Contest and to Chris S for placing first in our school's Substance Abuse...

February 28, 2020 The Ontario English Catholic Teachers Association (OECTA) have announced a one-day full withdrawal of services on Thursday, March 5, 2020.  As a result, all ALCDSB schools will be closed to students. This affects both elementary and secondary students. All information will continue to be posted on the board...

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Each year, Canada celebrates its flag on National Flag Day on Saturday, February 15th.  On Friday, February 14th, SMB held its annual National Flag Day Assembly in anticipation of the big day.  Ms. Bogle's class led the school with some key Canadian flag facts, the singing of our National...

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Three players from the Queen's University Football Team along with one of their coaches took some time to visit Ms. Lollar's Gr. 4 class on Wednesday, February 12th.  They offered students a positive message about working hard, being  a leader, being resilient, and achieving your goals.  Thank you to...

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SMB is hosting its annual Book Fair in our Learning Commons from Monday, February 10th until Friday, February 14th.  Monday and Tuesday are preview days and Wednesday to Friday are days for purchasing items.  There are tons of great reads this year to check out.  Come on in and...

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Our local health unit visited us on Monday, February 10th to talk to our Gr. 7-8 students about tobacco and healthy living.  Stations were set up in our gymnasium for students to flow through to participate in different talks around tobacco use.

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Recently, our Gr. 8 students visited Holy Cross to participate in their "Tech It Out" Day.  It was a day full of hands-on activities with lots of opportunity to explore some of the technology available to students at Holy Cross in anticipation into moving into Gr. 9 next year.


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In celebration of Family Literacy Day on January 27th, our school hosted its annual Book Exchange for our students.  Students brought in books from home that were no longer used in exchange for a fresh book at school.  Thanks for all the great books that came into the school...

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On Monday, January 13th, our school celebrated the feast day of our patron saint, St. Marguerite Bourgeoys.  Ms. Bogle and our Special Events Choir sang some St. Marguerite Bourgeoys songs and Sister Marijke from the Congregation of Notre Dame was able to join us to share her expertise about...

January 14, 2020
On Monday, January 13, 2020 OECTA announced that they would be taking part in a one-day full withdrawal of services on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 if an agreement is not reached prior to this date. Due to this full withdrawal of services, all ALCDSB schools will be...

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Thank you to our school community for your continued generosity over this Advent season.  As a result, we were able to make sizable donations to St. Vincent De Paul as well as Joseph Street Shelter on Friday, December 20th.  Merry Christmas everyone!

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Our school celebrated our annual Advent Mass on Tuesday, December 17th at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church.  Many of our students participated in the Mass, helping out with readings, singing in the choir, altar serving, participating in the Jesse Tree presentation, etc.  Special thanks to the Toffolon family...

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On Friday, December 13th, our school participated in our annual Jingle Bell Walk, which is sponsored by the KFLH Health Unit.  As always, our families were very generous in donating non-perishable items for St. Vincent De Paul as well as personal hygiene items for Joseph Street Shelter.  Our students...

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Ms. Bogle and the members of her Gr. 5 class have been busy as of late preparing for their presentation of "The Life of Marguerite Bourgeoys:  As Told in Story and Song".  Our performers were able to offer their singing and acting talents to our school on Tuesday, December...

​ Our Special Events Choir was busy again this week singing a rendition of "St. Marguerite We Love You" for those in attendance at St. Mary's Cathedral on Monday, December 9th.  Our Diocese was celebrating "The Archdiocesan Feast of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary", which included many Sisters...

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Our annual Poinsettia Fundraiser has come to a close this Advent season with a few outstanding sellers to mention.  Together, our school raised approximately $1,400.00 of profit.  Our top poinsettia sellers for this year were: 1.     Levi and Declan Martin 2.     Mason and Kai Popazzi...

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Congratulations to all of our Gr. 8 students who celebrated the Sacrament of Confirmation on Saturday, November 30th at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church.  This year, our students teamed up with students from Archbishop O'Sullivan to celebrate the Sacrament together.  We offer a special thanks to our Parish...

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On Wednesday, November 27th, our Special Events Choir had the privilege of singing O'Canada at the Kingston Frontenacs hockey game.  Our choir represented our school  very well, but it wasn't enough to secure a Frontenacs victory.  It was a high scoring game with the Ottawa 67s defeating the Kingston...

Beginning the Church's liturgical year, Advent is the season encompassing the four Sundays (and weekdays) leading up to the celebration of Christmas. The Advent season is a time of preparation that directs our hearts and minds to the Lord’s birth on Christmas. Today, our students gathered in the gymnasium to celebrate...

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Thank you to everyone in our SMB community for another successful SMB Indigo Night!  On Friday, November 22nd, 15% of all of the book store sales were offered back to our school as part of the program.  Together, it looks like we raised approximately $1,300.00 for our school.  Those...

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Congratulations to all of our volleyballs teams who participated in their respective board volleyball tournaments this past week at Queen's Duncan McArthur Gymnasium.   Our players demonstrated great sportsmanship and team effort with some of our teams reaching the finals and semi-finals.  Well done volleyball players!

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Buster the Safety Bus visited our Gr. K-3 students today for our annual Bus Safety Presentations.  Our Gr. 4-8 students' presentation involved a game show format that focused on safety and behaviour.  

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Jordan Frasca and Nick Wong from the Kingston Frontenacs visited our school today.  They answered lots of questions and signed some autographs from Mr. Griffin, Ms. Sheppard, and Ms. Markotich's classes. Their visit is in support of our upcoming SMB Frontenacs night on Wednesday, November 27th in which...

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On Monday, November 11th, our school gathered in our gymnasium for our annual Remembrance Day Assembly.  As always, we had many parents/guardians join in our events, particularly those who are members of our military.  We offer a special thank you to Major Behiels who was able to talk to...

​ What is the ABA Skill Development Program?
This program is offering free skills development programming to children/youth diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder using the principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA). The program will focus on teaching a variety of skills including social, emotional regulation,  daily living, and communication based on...

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Halloween was exciting again this year at SMB as our Kindergarten students walked over to visit Trillium Ridge Retirement Home to show off their costumes and entertain our neighbours.  Our Gr. 8 students organized Spook-A-Rama this year for our Gr. 1-4 students who were able to participate in all...

As the cold and flu season draws nearer, remember that hand hygiene is the single most important way to control the spread of infection. Teach your child how to clean their hands properly and re-enforce the message often.

    [Strive for Five poster created by Abby Daicar, Grade 12 Communications Technology Student at Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School]


The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board continues to focus on Every School Day Counts in supporting staff and families with strategies to promote good attendance as...

Stretch is a Saturday morning program for students who are currently attending ALCDSB schools in grades 7 or 8. 
The program goals are to:            Improve healthy living habits Enhance reading, writing and math skills Develop self-esteem and mental wellness Having fun with friends
Activities may include sports, art, drama, gaming...

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Our Gr. 8 Girls participated in the Women In Trades workshop at St. Lawrence College on Monday, October 21st.  The purpose of the workshop was to promote trades to young women who are underrepresented in many of the trades fields.  Our girls were able to get some hands-on experience...

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On Friday, October 18th, students in Gr. 4-8 participated in the Canada Student Vote program in which our students were able to cast their ballots in an election process similar to what would happen on our actual Federal Election voting day on Monday, October 21st.  Ms. Bogle's class were...

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Our school is proud to display our newly made Catholic Graduate Expectation Banners in our Front Foyer.  The Catholic Graduate Expectations (CGEs) are what guides us in Catholic Schools in terms of ensuring our shared faith is part of all that we do.  Each banner describes what we can...

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Our Gr. 4-8 students took part in our Student Vote Assembly on Thursday, October 17th.  Ms. Bogle's class led the assembly, researching and presenting some of the major political party promises and initiatives.  Gr 4-8 students will participate in a mock election on Friday, October 18th with the election...

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Our Gr. 6 students visited St. Mary's Cathedral in Kingston on Thursday, October 3rd to participate in our board's annual Gr. 6 Witness Faith Day.  Students from all over our board gathered for a day of praise and worship with music led by the Josh Blakesley Band.  The purpose...

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Our School held its annual Terry Fox Walk on Thursday, September 26th in Support of the Terry Fox Foundation and cancer research.  We set our school goal at $3,000.00, but raised almost $6,500.00!  We offer a giant thank you to all of our school community for your continued support...

​ On Monday, September 30th, our students and staff dressed in orange to represent solidarity and a desire for reconciliation to better understand the history and impact of Canada's Residential School System. 

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Despite the early rain, we had another fantastic turnout for our annual Open House and BBQ on Thursday, September 26th.  Unfortunately, Ambush was unable to set up due to the early rain and wet weather, so we moved our plan indoors.  Thank you, as always, to the Knights of...

Sunday, October 6
On Sunday, October 6 the Minister of Education announced that a tentative agreement has been made with CUPE. ALL ALCDSB schools will be open on Monday, October 7. Thank you for your patience and understanding during this time.
We look forward to welcoming all students and...

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Congratulations to the members of the SMB Golf Team for a great day on Tuesday, September 24th at Briar Fox Golf and Country Club.  Our team finished 4th out of 23 teams shooting 7 over par, demonstrating great sportsmanship and teamwork.  Way to go golfers!

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Our Gr. 6-8 students gathered at the flag pole at the front of our school on Tuesday, September 24th to participate in our See You At The Pole Prayer Service.  Representatives from each of the classrooms read a short prayer on behalf of each classroom as all students gathered...

We want to hear from YOU as we work to create a new MYSP for the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board!  Send us your thoughts: https://my.thoughtexchange.com/#821842860 Every school board in Ontario is governed by a board of trustees that has a legislated requirement to ensure the creation...

St. Paul the Apostle Parish will be hosting a Spaghetti Dinner Fam Jam on Saturday, September 21 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. There is no cost to this event, but free-will donations ​will be accepted to help offset the meal and to help support local charities in our community will be accepted.
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Ms. Bogle's Gr. 5 class visited St. Paul the Apostle Parish on Tuesday, September 10th to celebrate Mass with Fr. Amato and to participate in a class retreat.  It was a nice opportunity for the class to get to know one another a little better outside of the classroom...

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On Friday, September 6th, our school was fortunate to have 10 students from Sakurano Seibo College in Japan visit us again.  Sakurano Seibo is an all-girls school who are also affiliated with our school's patron saint, St. Marguerite Bourgeoys.  Each year, they visit our school to learn more about...

Do you know how much sleep your child should aim for each night? KFL&A Public Health has produced sleep guidelines to support healthy development in children. Take a look at the guidelines below.

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On the last day of school, we held our annual Talent Show in our gymnasium.  Thank you to all of our students who auditioned and congratulations to all of our performers.  Lots of X-Factor potential here!

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Congratulations to all of our Gr. 8 students who graduated on Thursday, June 20th.  The celebration began with Mass at 5:30 at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church.  Our awards ceremony followed the Mass with the evening ending with a 2 hour boat cruise for all of our graduates. ...

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On Monday, June 17th and Tuesday, June 18th, our School Board hosted its annual Track and Field Meet for our students.  The Tyke and Pee Wee Divisions faced off on Monday, while the Bantam students competed on Tuesday.  We had many students from SMB that did very well at...

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SMB hosted the board's Gr. 7/8 Mathematics Tournament of Friday, June 14.  The Sisters of Notre Dame presented the winning team with a trophy named after their Congregation to St. Paul's.  SMB's top team finished just out of the medals in fourth place.  Congrats to Caleb J who placed...

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Two teams from SMB participated in the First Annual Board Mathematics Tournament, which was hosted by our school.  Teams from all around the board came to SMB to test their Math skills.  The winning trophy was named after the Sisters of Notre Dame to mark their 400th anniversary.  A...

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Our Jump Rope for Heart Event was a success, raising well over $3,500.00 for the Heart and Stroke Foundation.  Jumpers from all of our classrooms took advantage of the perfect weather to get outside and jump rope for heart.  Thank you to our school community for your support.  You...

​ A delegation of our students accompanied our Special Events Choir to the Eucharistic Celebration for the 400th year of St. Marguerite Bourgeoys' birth.  The Sisters of Notre Dame, with whom our school shares its namesake, hosted the celebration as the kick-off to the 400th year festivities.  Our choir sang "St. Marguerite,...

​ Today was Baby Oliver's last classroom visit for our Roots of Empathy Program.  Ms. Laframboise/Rots Kindergarten classroom had the opportunity to watch Baby Oliver grow and learn new things over the past school year.  We will miss you Oliver!  Come on back and visit us anytime!

​ The weather was fantastic for our school's annual track and field meet, which took place at CaraCo Field on Monday, May 27th.  Students from Gr. 3-8 participated in the event.  Those who did well enough to qualify for the board track and field meet will compete later in June.  

​ Help shape the future of early years and child care services in Kingston and Frontenac County!
 
The City of Kingston provides direction and oversees Child Care and EarlyON programming in Kingston and Frontenac. As the child care and early years’ service system manager, the City plays an important role in...

​ The 2019/2020 School Year Calendar has now been approved. To view the full calendar:  2019-2020 ALCDSB School Year Calendar .pdf
 Please note the following dates: First Day of School - Tuesday, September 3, 2019 Christmas Break - Monday, December 23, 2019 - Friday, January 3, 2020 March Break -...

​ We successfully applied for and received an Indigenous Education Grant to help us create our Three Sisters Garden, which is located in a green space near our portables.  The garden is a space for reflection and appreciation as well as an outdoor classroom space.  The Three Sisters Garden is so named...

​ On Wednesday, May 15th SMB held a kick-off assembly for this year's Jump Rope For Heart Event, which takes place on Friday, June 7th.  The assembly, which was facilitated by the Heart and Stroke Foundation, enlightened our students about the need to keep our hearts in good health as well as...

​ Congratulations to all our cross-country runners who braved the colder weather and the rain to participate in this year's board cross-country running meet at Fort Henry.  We had close to 100 participants this year.  Your dedication and hard work paid off in some rewarding results.  Thanks for representing our school...

​ Our School Board's new director, Mr. David DeSantis, visited our school on Thursday, May 9th.  Mr. DeSantis visited classrooms, met many of our staff and students, and had a chance to learn a little bit about our school.  Welcome to SMB, Mr. DeSantis!

​ Our Art Club used the Catholic Graduate Expectations to design an incredible mural for our main entrance in celebration of Catholic Education Week (May 5-10).  Thanks to all of our Art Club members for doing such a great job.  It's a meaningful banner that is a nice way to welcome...

​ As part of our board's Catholic Education Week Celebrations, all schools in our board were invited to the board's Catholic Education Week Mass on Tuesday, May 7th at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Belleville.  Representatives from each of our classrooms from Gr. 5-8 attended the Mass on behalf of SMB. ...

​ On Friday, May 3rd, three members of our Eco-Team participated in the board's annual Best Foot Forward Student Eco-Conference at The Frink Centre in Bellville.  Students enjoyed a number of workshops that focused on environmental education, Indigenous Education, and Eco-Schools.  This is in support of our efforts become a platinum...

​ Congratulations to our Gr. 2 students who celebrated the Sacrament of First Eucharist on Sunday, April 28th at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church.  Special thanks to our parents for helping to prepare our students so well and to all the good work done in the classrooms.  It was a...

​ As part of our ongoing EcoSchools efforts, SMB participated in a Pitch-In Clean-Up of our school yard and surrounding neighbourhood today.  As Earth Day happened to take place over the Easter holidays this year, we had to move our clean up plans to Tuesday, April 23rd.  Students cleaned up our...

​ SMB collected over 1, 150 pairs of socks for our SOCKS Kingston Initiative this year.  Special thanks to Ms. Lollar's class for collecting and sorting out all the socks.  Thanks, as well, to the many donations that we received this year from our school families.  

​ Thank you to our school community for your support of our recent Student Spirited Support Campaign, which raised $782.30 for Kingston Street Missions.  Students brought in their loonies for several themed days, which included crazy hair day, twin/triplet day, jersey day, hat day, and pajama day.  All donated funds were...

​ Thank you to Ms. Bogle/DeSa's Gr. 5 class who put on this year's Stations of the Cross for our school.  As always, it was a somber and meaningful presentation.  Thank you to the many parents who joined us this morning as well.  Happy Easter everyone!

​ On Wednesday, April 3rd, our school joined with six other schools to offer an information night by Dr. Alex Russell  on Raising Resilient Children.  He offered some strategies and approaches for parents on how to handle anxiety with their children.  The night was made possible through each of the seven...

​ We had an excellent turnout for our Primary Math Night on Monday, April 1 at SMB.  Queen's University's Faculty of Education facilitated the evening that included a wide array of math games and riddles to solve with parents/guardians.  Thank you Primary families for a great turnout!

​ Thank you to Monica and Al from 104.3 Fresh Radio for talking to our students about what makes an effective media campaign.  Be sure to look for something to come out of our Gr. 4 class in the near future that builds on the all the good tips they learned...

​ Congratulations to Megan Driver who is this year's Beacon of Hope Award Recipient for our school.  The Beacon of Hope Award is given annually to one student in each of the elementary schools in our board.  Megan is an "unsung hero" who has made significant contributions to the life of...

​ Big Kids Entertainment treated our school to a performance of Little Red Riding Hood this morning, which focused on the theme of healthy digital citizenship through the lens of this popular children's story.  Great work Mr. Griffin on narrating the performance and to Ms. Rutkowska for Polish accent and cameo appearance. ...

Today, our Gr. 8 students faced off against each other in our annual Rube Golberg Competition.  Some creative and innovative designs were on display with lots of original thought, hard work, and teamwork added in.​

​ Our French teachers successfully applied for a $400 French grant earlier in the year and were able to bring back Tim the Stunt Ventriloquist.  Our Gr. 1-8 students enjoyed his juggling, puppets, and comedy while continuing to learn French in a fun way.  

​ Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of our Lenten Journey.  Lent is a time when, as a Catholic faith community, we focus on prayer, fasting, and almsgiving.  Michel from St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church led us in our Ash Wednesday Liturgy of the Word and distribution of ashes.  We will be...

​ Congratulations to our students who celebrated the Sacrament of First Reconciliation on Thursday, March 28th at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church.  Thank you to all of our families for preparing our students so well and to our staff members who worked hard in class and at the church to make...

​ Congratulations to all of our basketball teams for their great sportsmanship, effort, and teamwork over the past 2 months.  The teams has their board tournaments last week with SMB making it to the finals or semi-finals in all but one division.  Thanks to all the parents and friends who came...

​ There was a pink wave that hit our school today as we celebrate Pink Shirt Day!  Pink Shirt Day is a reminder to us all to be kind to others.  We challenge everyone in our school community to do something extra nice or say something extra kind to someone else today.  Keep calm...

Catholic Education Week May 6-11, 2019 During the week of May 6-11, 2019 the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board will celebrate the significant contribution that Catholic Education has made to the community, the province and to Canada. Our Catholic Graduate Expectations challenge students to articulate in society those fundamental values...

​ Congratulations to Grace G who was the school winner in the Knights of Columbus Alcohol Abuse Awareness Poster Contest.  Congratulations as well to MacKenzie O who was the school winner for the Drug Abuse Awareness Poster Contest.  Thank you to all those who entered the contest this year and special...

​ To celebrate Flag Day, our school gathered in the gym for a special rendition of O' Canada and a Flag Day Assembly.  Some information about how our Canadian Flag came to be was shared by our Gr. 5 students.  Great to see so much red/white and Canadian colours today!  Attached...

​ Congratulations to Collin Johnson, a Gr. 8 student at SMB, who has recently been selected to serve as a Legislative Page at the Legislative Assembly of Ontario.  The Page Program is a full-time educational program that engages young students in the parliamentary and political process.  Collin will be participating at...

​ To encourage authentic STEM-related experiential learning and pathways exploration and to increase awareness of career opportunities in skilled trades and technologies, SMB is participating in the Skills Ontario competition.  Ms. Coppen's Gr. 8 Class is competing in a regional challenge competition on February 26 at Loyalist College.  Good luck SMB!
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Experience Kindergarten with ALCDSB
​​The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board looks forward to welcoming your child to our kindergarten classrooms!
Online Pre-Registration  ALCDSB offers pre-registration online for all incoming kindergarten students.  Pre-Registration Online Form
This application will take approximately 15 minutes. After you complete this...

​ Some of our Jr. classes participated in the MADD Smart Wheels program today.  The MADD bus became a virtual reality classroom in which students were able to put on some high tech virtual reality goggles to simulate real-life scenarios.  The message reinforces safety on our roadways and taking care of...

​ In support of Family Literacy Day, SMB hosted its annual Book Exchange on Friday, January 25th.   Students were able to bring in books that were no longer read or used at home in exchange for a new book or two that someone else brought in.  We also held a Pyjama...

​ Our Gr. 5-8 students were engaged in a very informative presentation by Constables MacMillan and Anderson about internet safety on Monday, January 14th.  Topics included being smart about what is posted on social media, protecting your privacy, cyber-bullying, being smart about who you trust on social media, and not sharing...

​ Thank you to everyone who contributed to this year's Advent food drive for St. Vincent De Paul.  Once again, we are able to make a sizable donation, which assists those who need a helping hand over the holiday season.  Our total food collection weighed in at over 1 ton!  Way...

​ Our Advent Mass was well-attended this year at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church.  Our Kindergarten students led us off with a couple Christmas songs before Fr. Amato led us in the celebration of Mass.  Thank you to all of our students who participated​ in the Mass by helping out...

​ Our school did very well again this year with our submissions to the annual Royal Canadian Legion Literacy Contest.  An incredible seven students placed in the top three for their category and ages.  Congratulations to all our entries and especially to the following students: Jacob V - 3rd place Elijah...

​ Our Sr. Girls' Volleyball Team took on the team from St. Martha's on Wednesday, December 12 at Regiopolis Notre-Dame for the board championship.  Despite our effort and determination, the girls lost to St. Martha's in two sets.  As always, the girls did show great sportsmanship and represented our school very...

​ Thanks to everyone for their support of our annual Poinsettia Fundraiser, which brought in $1,846.00 profit for our school.  Special thanks to Sheri LaDuca for leading the organization of our fundraiser, to our parent volunteers who helped sort out and distribute the flowers, and to everyone who purchased flowers this...

​ Today we continue with our Monday Prayer Services during this time of Advent.  Each Monday morning, we gather in our gym to contemplate the season in hope for the birth of Jesus.  Thank you to Ms. Bulmer and her class for leading us in prayer each week.

​ The sun was shining for our annual Jingle Bell Walk on Friday, December 7th.  All of our students were able to get active and have fun as we made our way through the parks and neighbourhood around our school.  Thank you to all those who have brought in non-perishable food...

December 10- Update from Kingston Police Investigation Continuing into Threats against Local Schools   The threats made to several local schools on December 5 and 6, 2018 has been investigated by the Kingston Police. They have been found to be unsubstantiated and no actual danger existed at any of the schools...

​ Our younger students were treated with a visit from the snowplough today.  During the visit, we learned about snowplough safety as well as how the streets are cleared of snow in the winter.  Remember to be safe in the snow!

​ Thank you to our School Council for organizing another successful Indigo Night for our school.  Thank you to all of those who came out to support our school by shopping at Indigo on Wednesday, November 28th.  During the event, 20% of sales were donated back to the school, providing approximately...

​ Our Kindergarten classes were treated by a visit from Michel Quenneville, our seminarian from St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, who led our Kindergarten classes in a morning prayer service.  Michel visits our school after our monthly Masses to reinforce the Gospel messages that our students hear.

​ Congratulations to all our of students who received the Sacrament of Confirmation on Sunday, November 25th at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church.  Thank you to Archbishop O'Brien, Fr. Amato, and Kevin from the church Youth Ministry for helping our school staff and parents prepare our students in receiving the...

​ Constable Bryan McMillan from Kingston Police visited our Gr. 3 and 4 students today to help us learn more about internet safety.  He talked about being smart about what we post online and who we talk to online.  He also answered lots of questions about policing in Kingston.  Thank you...

​Please see the attached flyer for information on ordering the 2018/2019 SMB Yearbook. The order deadline is Nov. 30th.

​Please see the attached flyer for details on our annual fundraiser. We hope to see you on Wed., Nov. 28th between 5pm - 9pm at Indigo. Thank you for your support!

​Please see the attached letter regarding the Poinsettia fundraiser at SMB. Thank you for your support.

​ Today we offer gratitude and prayers for those who have sacrificed on our behalf so that we may live in peace today.  We offer a special thank you to Major Justin Behiels and Major Ray Vanderberg for making our Remembrance Day Assembly more meaningful by sharing their knowledge, experience, and WWII...

​Please see the attached letter regarding information on bus delays/cancellations and student attendance on inclement weather days.

​ The After School ABA Program is offering FREE Autism Skills Groups to children/youth diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The groups will focus on teaching a variety of skills including social, behaviour/emotional regulation, daily living and communication.  For Belleville and area, including Napanee :
For more information:  ASAP Flyer - Updated October...

In 2016, the Ontario government passed the Treaties Recognition Week Act to honour the importance of treaties and to help all Ontarians learn more about treaty rights and treaty relationships. This legislation designates the first week of November as Treaties Recognition Week and is intended to bring awareness to the treaty...

​ Buster the Bus visited our school again this year for our annual bus safety presentations.  Tri-Board Transportations facilitates the Safe Rider Program in which interactive assemblies are offered for our K-3 and 4-8 students.  Buster the Bus visits our younger students while the older students participate in a trivia game...

​ Message from Jake Cooper's mom   "Thank you so much from the bottom of our Jakes heart,  I can't wait to show him and put the banner up in his room.  Money will be going into trust for Jake.  Please thank the organizer, staff and all the entire school community. ...

​ There were a number of activities taking place today at SMB in anticipation of Halloween.  Our Kindergarten students wore their costumes for a visit to Trillium Ridge to treat the residents with a collection of superheroes, characters, and special guests.  Back at school, our primary students enjoyed our Spookarama activities,...

​Please see the attached flyer regarding Picture Retake Day.

​ Senior students who facilitate our Student Spirited Support Team led our school for our kick-off assembly today.  The mandate of the group is to serve as peer helpers for students who may be looking for extra support when dealing with other students, managing school work, having some issues outside of school,...

​Please see the attached letter regarding this fun event taking place at Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School on Friday, November 9th. Thank you for your support!

​Please see the attached letter regarding Progress Reports and how to schedule Parent-Teacher Conferences online.

​Please see the attached letter regarding Hot Lunch.

​ On Friday, October 26th, the SMB Special Events Choir opened up the Kingston Frontenacs game with the singing of our National Anthem.  Thank you to all of our choir members for doing such a great job in getting the game started well.  Unfortunately, the Frontenacs lost the game to the...

​ In light of the recent incident at Holy Cross in which students from our family Catholic secondary school were involved in a serious car accident, SMB hosted a "jersey day" to support one of the families to help offset some of the costs associated with the hospital visits.  Together, we...

​ SMB welcomed #10 Cameron Hough and #11 Bryan Laureigh from the Kingston Frontenacs yesterday who came to our school to visit classrooms in support of our upcoming SMB Frontenacs Night.  On Friday, October 26th, our special events choir is singing the national anthem at the Frontenacs game at the Leons...

​ On Tuesday, October 16th and Thursday, October 18th, several students from SMB joined students from other schools to participate in bus patroller training.  Our bus patrollers help our bus drivers with our youngest riders as well as in emergency situations.  Thanks to all of our student volunteers and thanks to...

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​ Author Bill Richardson visited SMB on Monday, October 1st as part of Kingston's Writer's Fest Celebration of Literacy and the Authors @ School Program.  Mr. Richardson shared his new book, The Bunny Band, with Ms. Sheppard and Ms. Albrough's classes.  Each class read the story with Mr. Richardson, which was...

​ We had cooperative weather,  another great turnout, and the best entertainment for our annual Open House BBQ on Thursday, September 27th.  We offer a special thank you to our School Council who did the lion's share of the organization, set up, and clean up.  Thank you to our local health...

​ The weather was perfect today as our school participated​ in our annual Terry Fox Walk in support of cancer research.  We are still counting money as it continues to trickle in, hoping to surpass the $40,000 mark over the last 10 years.  Thanks to everyone in our school community for...

​ Ms. Bulmer's class led our intermediate students today at our Meet You At the Pole prayer service.  Last year, we held this worldwide prayer service at our flag pole, but the rain moved us indoors for this year.  Thank you to all of our student leaders who helped the school...

 

​ Thanks to a $500 dollar grant from our local Kingston Health Unit, our school was able to purchase some new balls for our gym equipment room.  The deal was that we had to do something active at the school to get the grant, so today we hosted a Bounce-A-Thon in...

​Please see the attached letter regarding School Cash Online.

​ On Friday, September 7th, Ms. Bogle's class spent the day at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church to participate in a class retreat.  Taking care of our their spiritual wellness, Ms. Bogle's class engaged in various activities and were able to spend some time with Fr. Amato.  The day finished...

​ Our annual visitors from Sakurano-Seibo Junior College in Japan visited us on Friday, September 7th.  Ms. Cambell and Ms. Lollar's classes gathered in the gym to partake in some origami folding, ball games, and top spinning while learning a little bit about Japanese culture.   Our visitors toured our school and...

​ Our school is brighter and happier thanks to a team of parent and student volunteers who offered their time and talents over the summer months to come in and do some painting.  We have many new inspirational quotes and advice in our hallways and washrooms to encourage our students to be kind...

​ As part of our Butterfly Trail initiative that began several years ago now, we have continued the tradition of purchasing butterfly kits of our Kindergarten and Primary classroom.  Each class hosts 6 monarch butterfly caterpillars and 2 chrysalises.  Students help to look after the caterpillars until they form into their chrysalis. ...

​ Thanks to the awesome fundraising efforts of our School Council and they support of all of our school community, we were able to purchase and install our newest play structure in our school yard.  Designed our Kindergarten/Gr. 1 students, it has already become a popular destination for recess and outdoor...

​ Due to the hard work of our EcoTeam and our school community, we have achieved gold ecoschools status for the 2017-18 school year.  This marks the 11th consecutive year that our school has been either a gold or platinum certified EcoSchool.  Way to go SMB!  

​ Our students did exceptionally well this year at the board Track and Field Meets on Monday, June 18 (Tyke and Pee Wee) and June 19 (Bantam).  Many of our athletes placed in the top 5 boardwide, leading our school to our first ever championship in track and field.  Below is...

​ As you know, SMB is a busy place with lots going on pretty much all the time.  It is only possible to offer all of these opportunities because of all the great work that our volunteers do each year.  On Wednesday, June 12th, our school held our annual Volunteer Luncheon...

​ Congratulations to our flag football team who won the board tournament on Tuesday, May 29th.  Our team went undefeated for the day, prevailing over St. Francis in the championship game.   Congratulations team to great sportsmanship and results!

​ SMB held its most successful Fun Fair to date on Saturday, May 26th.  The weather was fantastic and our community support was excellent for this annual event.  We extend a huge thank you to our School Council who spent countless hours organizing for the big day and getting ready for...

​ On Monday, May 28th, our school held its annual track and field meet at CaraCo Field.  The weather cooperated and the events ran well, allowing us to finish all the events except for the 1,500m race, which will be held at the school in the near future.  Those who were...