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Board of Trustees Approves 2026–2027 School Year Budget

At its regular meeting on June 17, 2026, the Limestone District School Board of Trustees approved a $340.5 million budget for the 2026–2027 school year. This is a deficit budget balanced through the use of reserve funds.The approved budget complies with Ministry of Education requirements and includes:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Operating expenditures of $316.8 million, representing a $73,000 decrease compared to the previous year.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Capital expenditures of $23.7 million, allocated to school condition improvements and renewal projects.</li></ul>The vast majority of the operating budget is directed to student instruction and relates directly to classroom support. Capital funding is used to fund school condition improvements and school renewal projects.The Board continues to face financial pressures in several key areas, including:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Special Education</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Staff Replacement</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Student Transportation</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Statutory Benefits</li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Resources:</h2><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem"><a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/documents/cc327962-05b2-4cac-b89e-711e1e75ca27/2026-06-16-Budget-Overview.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20260618134224" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">2026-2027 Budget Overview</a> (PDF)</li></ul>

2026-06-18 13:49:18.755 +0000 UTC

Year End Letter to Students and Parents

The Honourable Paul Calandra, Minister of Education has shared a letter for students, parents and families: Dear Students, Parents and Families,To our amazing students: well done on finishing another school year! This is a good time to celebrate everything you have accomplished over the past several months. You worked hard, took on challenges, learned new things and continued to grow. You should be proud of all you have achieved this year.As you begin your summer break, take time to rest, explore your interests, and enjoy time with family and friends. However you choose to spend your summer, I hope you make the most of the months ahead.To the graduating Class of 2026, congratulations on reaching this important milestone. Graduation marks the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. Whether your next step is college, university, an apprenticeship, the workforce or another pathway, I wish you every success in the years ahead.As families look ahead to September and the start of a new school year, there are a few things to keep in mind. Ontario schools will continue to focus on helping students build strong foundations in reading, writing and math while preparing them for success beyond the classroom. Students in elementary schools will learn from the same core materials and benefit from a revised Kindergarten curriculum focused on foundational literacy, math and science skills. In Grade 7 and 8, updated History courses will include new mandatory content on the history of Black Canadians.In high schools, students in Grade 10 History will have new learning about Black history, the Holocaust and Holodomor. Students will also be required to demonstrate financial literacy as part of earning their high school diploma. To help provide clearer expectations and a more comprehensive picture of student achievement, high school students will complete written final exams during a dedicated exam period, and attendance and classroom participation will form part of their final grade. Together, these changes will help students stay engaged in their learning and be better prepared for life after graduation.I hope the summer ahead provides an opportunity to recharge and enjoy some well-earned time together. I wish you and your family a safe, happy and enjoyable summer.Sincerely,The Honourable Paul Calandra Minister of Education <a href="/documents/1fba83f3-9f1b-4d60-a77c-3bc15cd094c8/Year-End-Letter-to-Students-and-Parents.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20260617152216" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Year End Letter to Students, Parents, and Families from The Honourable Paul Calandra, Minister of Education - English</a> (PDF)<a href="/documents/1466db2e-00ea-40f2-b63d-8d3f65d04a0d/Lettre-concernant-la-fin-de-l-ann-e-scolaire-l-intention-des-l-ves-et-des-parents.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20260617152354" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">Year End Letter to Students, Parents, and Families from The Honourable Paul Calandra, Minister of Education - French</a> (PDF)

2026-06-17 15:22:45.539 +0000 UTC

Invitation for Applications External Members for the Audit Committee

The Limestone District School Board is seeking community members with strong financial expertise and business acumen to serve as external members of its Audit Committee for a three‑year term beginning September 2026.The Audit Committee consists of three Trustees and two independent community members. Its mandate is to assist the Board of Trustees in fulfilling its governance and oversight responsibilities. Key areas of responsibility include:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Oversight of the financial reporting process</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Review of the internal control framework</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Monitoring risk management practices</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Evaluation of the performance of internal and external auditors</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">Ensuring compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements</li></ul>The Committee meets three times per year. Orientation materials are provided to support new members in understanding the role and responsibilities of audit committees within the school board sector.<h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Candidate Eligibility</h2>Applicants must meet the following criteria:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Demonstrated experience in accounting, senior financial management, or relevant business fields, with the ability to understand public‑sector accounting and auditing standards.</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Must not be a current employee or officer of the Limestone District School Board or any other district school board or school authority.</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Must not have a parent, child, or spouse currently employed by the Limestone District School Board.</li></ul><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">How to Apply</h2>Qualified candidates are invited to submit a letter of interest and résumé by 4:00 p.m. on July 17, 2026 to:Roger Richard Acting Executive Superintendent of Corporate and Staff Services 220 Portsmouth Ave. Kingston, ON  K7M 0G2 E-mail: <a href="mailto: rrichard@limestone.on.ca" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link">rrichard@limestone.on.ca</a>

2026-06-16 14:17:54.875 +0000 UTC

Pride Month Recognition in Limestone

The Limestone District School Board (LDSB) Education Centre, along with schools across the district, is recognizing Pride Month in the KFL&A region by flying the Progress Pride Flag for the remainder of the school year.The Government of Canada notes that the manner in which the Canadian flag is displayed is not governed by legislation. The guidelines provided are not mandatory for individuals or organizations but are intended to offer general direction.After consultation and clarification from Heritage Canada and communication with trustees, LDSB schools with only one flagpole will fly the Progress Pride flag under the Canadian flag for the balance of this school year.  Limestone’s goal will be to increase the number of schools with more than one flagpole and/or the addition of yardarms to existing flagpoles to display more than the Canadian flag. Until this goal is achieved, we will fly the Progress Pride flag under the Canadian flag at sites with only one flagpole.Displaying the Progress Pride Flag is a way for LDSB to show support for the 2SLGBTQ+ community. This recognition does not diminish our respect for Canada’s national flag; rather, it reflects our commitment to ensuring that all students, staff, and families feel welcomed, valued, and respected in Limestone schools.Flying the Progress Pride Flag is one example of how LDSB demonstrates its inclusive culture. As a publicly funded school board, we have both a legal and moral responsibility to create learning environments where everyone can see themselves reflected and feel a sense of belonging.

2026-06-11 15:42:36.469 +0000 UTC

Gator Tracks - June 15 to 19, 2026

<img src="/images/90ec5d92-43ef-477f-b9a0-0d72c9c52fb3?fingerprint=ppb20251217014343" alt="Gator Tracks Weekly Family Update" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">June 15 to 19, 2026</h2>AVPS Families, 🐊Another Amazing Week at AVPS! 💛💚What an exciting and action-packed week it’s been at AVPS!🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ Way to go, Gators!A huge congratulations to all Gators who competed at the District Track & Field Meet! Your hard work, determination, and perseverance were on full display, and we couldn’t be prouder of you. 💪🐊 A big Gator-sized thank you to our wonderful coaches—Mme. Bigelow, Mme. Leppik, and Mme. Mackenzie—for your time, energy, and encouragement in making this experience possible for our students. 💚💛🎉 Celebration Week Ahead!This is a big milestone week at AVPS with our Grade 6 French Immersion Celebration and Grade 8 Graduation coming up! Families have received details from classroom teachers—please be sure to check out the posters below for more information. We can’t wait to celebrate these special moments with our students and families!🐊🎶 Gatorfest = EPIC!What a blast! A HUGE Gator Chomp to our amazing AVPS School Advisory Council for their dedication in planning such a fun, whole-school celebration. Thank you for making this event such a highlight of the year!☀️🎈 Summer Fun Day Coming Soon!Our AVPS Student Council is busy planning Summer Fun Day on June 22—we’re looking forward to a joyful day of fun and community to wrap up the year!📋 Staffing UpdateStaffing is currently in process, and we will continue to share updates as we move through the spring staffing period.As always, please check the important dates below and don’t hesitate to reach out if you have questions—we’re always happy to help! 💚🐊📅 Upcoming Events<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Grade 6 FI Farewell Celebration – June 17</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">🎓 Grade 8 Graduation – June 18</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Rainbow Day – June 19</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Summer Fun Day – June 22</li></ul> Go Gators Go! 🐊 Thank you, as always, for your ongoing support and partnership—it makes our Gator community stronger every day! 🐊💛Brigid Steele (P), Drew Boyce (VP) & The AVPS Gator Staff Team<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Grade 8 Graduation💚💛</h2><img src="/images/5a88c25a-4875-4544-bae0-8f0654d9a53f?fingerprint=ppb20260521193141" alt="AVPS Graduation" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">FREE Kingston Transit Bus Pass – Apply by June 15, 2026</h2>Kingston Transit offers a free bus pass with unlimited use to all students entering Grade 9. To ensure your student receives their pass in time for the start of the school year, please sign up or log in to MyKingston and complete the registration form using the link below:<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mykingston.ca%2F-%2Fservices%2Ftransit-highschool-pass&data=05%7C02%7Csteeleba%40limestone.on.ca%7C8a72a9014515453ccc0b08dec26b091c%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639161962159415857%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=VOlixAhVph%2BcpPsJQVqzMhJI6yNGmYHu9eSa%2Fx4hVlA%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">https://www.mykingston.ca/-/services/transit-highschool-pass</a> Registration is now open and will close on June 15, 2026. Bus passes will be sent directly to your student’s school and distributed there before school begins. All students entering Grade 9 must sign up by June 15, 2026, to receive a pass and participate in this program. If you have any questions, please contact Kingston Transit at 613-546-000 or <a href="mailto:contactus@cityofkingston.ca" class="editor-link">contactus@cityofkingston.ca</a><hr><img src="/images/8450e266-04b9-4102-86e1-79b0e10fa0bd?fingerprint=ppb20260611144219" alt="AVPS Collage 1" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/7911961c-36a5-4d40-b298-e4bc4d1cde2a?fingerprint=ppb20260611144218" alt="AVPS Collage 2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/9b75f605-e282-4f93-b7be-ce6474714ac5?fingerprint=ppb20260611144215" alt="AVPS Collage 3" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/f6041a11-9b9b-41cf-afb3-300c47fbcb55?fingerprint=ppb20260611144216" alt="AVPS Collage 4" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/67a7b796-e0ec-4d84-ad1f-85c3a8507c8f?fingerprint=ppb20260515150135" alt="LDSB at Pride" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr> <img src="/images/ed3c7b8e-fcea-440d-92b9-a2fb514fa35b?fingerprint=ppb20260604170007" alt="SEPH Price Month" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/b0282360-f033-49d2-8d51-56350407b7d5?fingerprint=ppb20260528193241" alt="June National Indigenous History Month and Pride Month" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/4a43cb14-c444-4f75-8d9f-9324d3eba318?fingerprint=ppb20260604170007" alt="NIPD June 21" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/56fa82bf-d69d-4eca-8ce0-79e83a88bb17?fingerprint=ppb20260604170007" alt="NIPD Tips for Celebrating" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/c6eb963c-512a-4b07-93ad-67f6cf7d71d4?fingerprint=ppb20260528193316" alt="National Indigenous History Month" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Jump Rope for Heart at AVPS</h2>Jump Rope for Heart is happening at AVPS! Please see the postcard that was sent home with your child today for more details.This event teaches our students the importance of giving back and encourages them to learn the EASY healthy habits, so they understand the importance of staying active, eating well and taking care of their heart and brain health.The funds our school raises will help support important heart and brain research funded by Heart & Stroke. If you wish to donate please follow the link <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fjumpropeforheart.crowdchange.ca%2F122256&data=05%7C02%7Csteeleba%40limestone.on.ca%7C32c2ec55dd2d4778fae208dea6dfb77b%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639131676974661241%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=MLVCCEeJRCJlMz9g10KH0DcJtqvknYii1BurQG%2FzJ1M%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Amherstview Public School - Amherstview | Heart & Stroke Jump Rope for Heart</a> to help AVPS reach our goal!<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.jumpropeforheart.ca%2Ffamilies-corner%23ThankYouGiftCards&data=05%7C02%7Csteeleba%40limestone.on.ca%7Ca37cbbb337e14ab12d5a08dea77c6063%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639132349817336601%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=8h%2Ffam8XOiUJ9hVFr%2Fxi6%2BzBZ7E1fZdVtGtze%2F20axo%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Families' Corner | Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada</a><img src="/images/2eec1e3f-9724-44eb-b12d-1578f4eab553?fingerprint=ppb20260515145925" alt="Jump Rope for Heart 1" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/2760991c-3d33-4192-9c1a-7deb89045bc6?fingerprint=ppb20260515145926" alt="Jump Rope for Heart 2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Coming Up This Week</h2><table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Day</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">What's happening at AVPS</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Monday, June 15</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">·         Field Trip – Bigelow/Honcoop/Mackenzie/Leppik</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Tuesday, June 16</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">·         Field Trip – F1C</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"> Wednesday, June 17 </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">·         Hot Lunch·         K-8 Recognition Parade·         Field Trip – Ryan/Carson·         Gr. 6 FI Farewell Celebration</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Thursday, June 18 </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">·         Music Club Grade 3·         Picnic – Ryan/Carson·         Grade 8 Graduation & Boat Cruise</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Friday, June 19 </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">·         Rainbow Day – Wear ALL the colours!·         Picnic – Lecompte·         Picnic – Bedford/Kareen/Mallen·         Field Trip – F1A·         Hot Lunch·         Milkshakes</td></tr></tbody></table><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Upcoming Dates</h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3">June 2026</h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">22 – Summer Fun Day</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">24 – Term 2 Report Cards come home</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">25 – Last day of school for students</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">26 – PA Day</li></ul><img src="/images/e257fb93-cf82-43ad-8eb8-1fe7368e5214?fingerprint=ppb20260528193925" alt="June Dates of Significance 1" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/d72b256b-4a93-4fc8-a403-39c4eac98fd3?fingerprint=ppb20260528193929" alt="LDSB Dates of Significance 2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/9a99a985-aa2b-4de4-9142-abde8374e087?fingerprint=ppb20260604170007" alt="Canadian Multiculturalism Day" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><a href="https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/maple-leaf/defence/2023/06/canadian-multiculturalism-day-celebrating-multiculturalism-canada.html" class="editor-link">Canadian Multiculturalism Day</a><hr><img src="/images/6d19de4b-a1db-49c1-b215-f885adbf0630?fingerprint=ppb20260604170007" alt="Parent Workshop Series" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr> <img src="/images/5beb85cb-0d3a-4e64-b7d0-a3a6edde6c3d?fingerprint=ppb20260604170007" alt="Stay Cool, Stay Safe" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/0f45273a-af9e-4ef1-92bd-d0b9d9ad5551?fingerprint=ppb20260123140214" alt="Harmony Movement Words Matter Campaign" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">The Words Matter Campaign aims to reduce the incidence and impact of harmful and discriminatory language within our school community. 💚💛🐊 This whole-school initiative includes activities engaging staff, students, and parents/caregivers.As we know, it takes a team to make an impact.  We are committed to providing students, educators, and families with the resources and support needed to maximize the impact of this work through Words Matter and the LDSB Equity Team.The pocket guide for addressing harmful language below is being used at AVPS.  We are sharing with families as a resource to support conversations at home.<img src="/images/a12cdc40-e041-419f-a1ee-7b732c5bb180?fingerprint=ppb20260306190346" alt="Harmony Movement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/39174b30-f2a0-4c40-a762-841e0e527926?fingerprint=ppb20260206195123" alt="Harmony Movement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/9498cf55-0366-4674-806a-d49b14cd8e25?fingerprint=ppb20260123140308" alt="Words Create Our World" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr>Looking for Gator Spirit Wear?  Visit the AVPS E-Store<a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/amherstviewpublicschool/" class="editor-link">https://specialtytrophies.ca/amherstviewpublicschool/</a><img src="/images/10d6fbcb-c952-4223-af39-481c54f7db9c?fingerprint=ppb20251217013147" alt="AVPS E store" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Our Lost & Found is Quickly Filling Up! 🧤👕🧢</h2>If your child is missing any items, please encourage them to check the Lost & Found area as soon as possible. Families are also welcome to stop by and take a look.<img src="/images/3a5b480d-04c2-4f68-ab03-3337466d933a?fingerprint=ppb20251217013540" alt="Olivers Labels" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">AVPS School Advisory Council 2025-2026</h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3">📅 Next SAC Meeting - September 2026</h3>Join us in the school library or online everyone is welcome! All meetings will be in person at 6:00 pm in the AVPS library and online, through MS Teams. Everyone who is part of our Gator family is welcome to attend any of our meetings this year.  Childcare will be provided.  We look forward to hearing your voice!<h2 class="editor-heading-h2">🤝 Volunteer Opportunities</h2>Volunteers play an important role in making our school a welcoming and vibrant community. If you’re interested in getting involved, please click the link below to learn more every bit of support makes a difference.<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSf5jeQ9p9T9N02tra3l9xL_80wMRrXCCxXC8CyPoS6YPtKwBQ%2Fviewform&data=05%7C02%7Csteeleba%40limestone.on.ca%7C9dd58ea3d4db495ea76c08de55089870%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639041692601311868%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=iOPwdgH2jdB4nCFypyo44BOFn4giqHTT2MHWzqSD4e0%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf5jeQ9p9T9N02tra3l9xL_80wMRrXCCxXC8CyPoS6YPtKwBQ/viewform</a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3">💬 Did You Know?</h3>We have School Advisory Council Representatives for each division! If you have a question, concern, or aren’t sure who to ask, reach out to your division rep they’re here to help!·         Kindergarten: Kaileigh Babcock – <a href="mailto:kaileighbabcock@gmail.com" class="editor-link">kaileighbabcock@gmail.com</a>·         Primary (Grades 1–3): Britta Flood – <a href="mailto:brittaflood@gmail.com" class="editor-link">brittaflood@gmail.com</a>·         Junior (Grades 4–8): Gelareh Monajemi – <a href="mailto:gelareh@goldtalentagency.com" class="editor-link">gelareh@goldtalentagency.com</a>For general inquiries, email us anytime at <a href="mailto:avpssac@outlook.com" class="editor-link">avpssac@outlook.com</a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3">Follow Us on Facebook</h3>Amherstview Public School Advisory Council <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FAVPSAC&data=05%7C02%7Csteeleba%40limestone.on.ca%7C241aad013b964dff8fd608de2e84a4f2%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638999344523672751%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=teifrX9bbx9nxvLcOOqyaorK8IO9WvDZoGkzMwwMvzQ%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">https://www.facebook.com/AVPSAC</a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3">Stay in the Loop!</h3>Our SAC has created a handy calendar to make it easy to keep track of all school events, fundraisers, and important updates in one place. Check it regularly to stay up to date!<h3 class="editor-heading-h3">🍕🥪 Hot Lunch is Back!</h3>Families can now enjoy two lunch days each week Wednesdays with Boston Pizza and Fridays with Subway.Orders are placed through Lunch Box<h4 class="editor-heading-h4">How to Order - Quick Steps</h4>1. Visit <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.lunchboxorders.net%2F&data=05%7C02%7Csteeleba%40limestone.on.ca%7C241aad013b964dff8fd608de2e84a4f2%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638999344523700381%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=t2O9OgbFtRxvta%2FNh9n1f5r0ubuM6zqWrhBNHxUYHx4%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">www.lunchboxorders.net </a>2. Click “Create an Account” follow the steps to register 3. Add your child(ren) to your profile, select city (Amherstview), including school, teacher, and grade (very important for correct delivery!). 4. Click a blue calendar date to view meal options and place orders 5. Pay securely online using: Visa / MasterCard / Discover / Debit Visa / Prepaid

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Free CPF Spring/Summer 2026 Virtual French Programs for Students

Canadian Parents for French Ontario is offering free virtual programs this summer. Below you will find links taking you directly to each program, listed by Grade. Please choose the correct Grade level for your child and register. If you find that the Grade level is full, you are welcome to sign up on the <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-r%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208346715624%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=R9QwYhww4aP1UkE43cces9XdSo0Xg%2BeKPCifhZea7%2F0%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">WAITLIST FOR ALL GRADES.</a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Registration for Session 5: June 29 to July 10, 2026</h2>·         <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-y%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208346743708%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=YdbxWqKddSEJ1LikT%2F%2BdBJmRsOWRa%2FepJZZVrd3Btjw%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Senior Kindergarten</a>·         <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-j%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208346773295%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=HuEqtbrN1eyAJJT8RKhCb8WbKa9NVw2hJ3GnY4z9uDY%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Grade 1</a>·         <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-t%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208346803838%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=xqRa3VsRVSYQSMYJHixg7cLOdCMcSThvFhLMlmduC04%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Grade 2</a>·         <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-i%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208346833260%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=N3PKOxCgbl%2FhUfWlA%2FrLmCEifnWwEf7UDCmLCOdn8dU%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Grade 3</a>·         <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-d%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208346861527%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=jk9sUsYOJZVHUx%2F6vq4HVN9cCUBnEddTyCpD%2F0fm8pw%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Grade 4 </a>·         <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-h%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208346889084%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=zIQRwWU9Ln73kAtKwO2XPCib5Dy1GZ0gYuJeWU3tkyI%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Grade 5</a>·         <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-k%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208346924298%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=LxKk2SbwZ0d3QUQQ%2BebqbG0svVbuGlcB0tCrVF1Wil4%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Grade 6</a>·         <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-u%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208346952350%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=SFFqL0V8O7zhGkMquGOGRQ1NClrcIVsgoqRcy5idUp8%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Grade 7</a>·         <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-o%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208346976379%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=24IVMf3PWsZbD%2Foym%2F7P3RhK5WyRRblO3emadNIX1L0%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Grade 8</a>·         <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-b%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208346999327%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=6Za%2BC%2BGLAjquWvTkQQkFFQx7YNEd1rOWZQTaXuP5hhw%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Grades 9-10</a>·         <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-n%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208347019335%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=yfhKDjelasTkwr9H2qw291LG1wGxU4SNIvz8lXd07ws%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Waitlist for All Grades</a><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Registration for Session 6: July 13 to July 24, 2026</h2>·         <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-a%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208347042928%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=10v2gJP%2Bn3j01IN3kcuGLjYxaYHNpMf74a8PlyF8ldo%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Senior Kindergarten</a>·         <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-f%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208347079143%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=qYK8gCM2X5%2BvUV3Da2my5lkM97Qjw8DwCqeqCg3xo%2FI%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Grade 1</a>·         <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-z%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208347127968%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=O8fAzrYqPtzTvGPpnE8E3s4rDBWpkVDi6%2F%2BOruyzneI%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Grade 2</a>·         <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-v%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208347166782%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=oh%2BaXKyck3um%2BqBWrKAaPEabAJR1EMFbjId5BeYbPGw%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Grade 3</a>·         <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-e%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208347196804%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=SLebmkO1zBN7%2B0OJ0%2FbzaqFZZoHQwFV6iPVPGOS6uy4%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Grade 4 </a>·         <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcanadianparentsforfrenchontario.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-l-zkjkddk-ijdjldiujt-g%2F&data=05%7C02%7Ccrothersm%40limestone.on.ca%7C1dd9266e16084790a8cc08dec55ed99d%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639165208347227984%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=lzp7zKzvyNoCLyYiLkJoMiLABmhJuxIdM6eP%2Fvxhpdc%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Grade 5</a>·         <a 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Gator Tracks - June 8 to 12, 2026

<img src="/images/90ec5d92-43ef-477f-b9a0-0d72c9c52fb3?fingerprint=ppb20251217014343" alt="Gator Tracks Weekly Family Update" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">June 8 to 12, 2026</h2>AVPS Families, 🐊Another exciting and busy week at AVPS!A huge congratulations to all of our Gators who participated in the Regional Track & Field Meet—what an incredible accomplishment! Your hard work, perseverance, and determination truly showed. We are so proud of you! Thank you as well to our dedicated coaches for the time, energy, and support you provided to help make this opportunity possible for our students.We would also like to extend a very warm AVPS welcome to Alexis Akey, who has joined the Gator Staff Team in the role of Assistant Office Administrator. We are excited to have you as part of our Gator team as we move further into June.June is a time of celebration and reflection. At AVPS, we are proud to recognize Pride Month and National Indigenous History Month—an opportunity for us to honour diversity, inclusion, and the voices, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples.Gatorfest is happening Monday, June 8 from 4:00 to 6:00 PM!Organized by our fabulous School Council—thank you for all of your support! With food vendors, inflatables, a foam party with the fire department, and so much more, we hope you can join us for this fun-filled celebration.Staffing is currently in process, and we will share more information as we move through the spring staffing process.Please check the dates below and reach out anytime if you have questions — we are always here to help! 💚🐊📅 Upcoming Events<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Grade 6 FI Farewell Celebration - June 1</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Grade 8 Graduation – June 18</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Summer Fun Day – June 22</li></ul><img src="/images/5a88c25a-4875-4544-bae0-8f0654d9a53f?fingerprint=ppb20260521193141" alt="AVPS Graduation" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">Thank you, as always, for your ongoing support and partnership—it makes our Gator community stronger every day! 🐊💛Brigid Steele (P), Drew Boyce (VP) & The AVPS Gator Staff Team<hr><img src="/images/f0cb445f-a1c6-46ad-9ba0-f54a417c27d1?fingerprint=ppb20260604170007" alt="AVPS Track 1" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/907dc8c8-2144-41ec-a667-bf57f41e547c?fingerprint=ppb20260604170007" alt="AVPS Track 2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/c8de4d50-8d80-4e33-8d37-cdf2bbe83f8a?fingerprint=ppb20260604170007" alt="AVPS Track 3" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/67a7b796-e0ec-4d84-ad1f-85c3a8507c8f?fingerprint=ppb20260515150135" alt="LDSB at Pride" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr> <img src="/images/8b5c129a-d992-4e8c-b9b8-b0dc03dbed6b?fingerprint=ppb20260604170007" alt="AVPS Students 1" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/20a8098a-e5d9-4854-a774-4b68e6a63144?fingerprint=ppb20260604170007" alt="AVPS Students 2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/ed3c7b8e-fcea-440d-92b9-a2fb514fa35b?fingerprint=ppb20260604170007" alt="SEPH Price Month" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/b0282360-f033-49d2-8d51-56350407b7d5?fingerprint=ppb20260528193241" alt="June National Indigenous History Month and Pride Month" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/4a43cb14-c444-4f75-8d9f-9324d3eba318?fingerprint=ppb20260604170007" alt="NIPD June 21" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/56fa82bf-d69d-4eca-8ce0-79e83a88bb17?fingerprint=ppb20260604170007" alt="NIPD Tips for Celebrating" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/c6eb963c-512a-4b07-93ad-67f6cf7d71d4?fingerprint=ppb20260528193316" alt="National Indigenous History Month" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Jump Rope for Heart at AVPS</h2>Jump Rope for Heart is happening at AVPS! Please see the postcard that was sent home with your child today for more details.This event teaches our students the importance of giving back and encourages them to learn the EASY healthy habits, so they understand the importance of staying active, eating well and taking care of their heart and brain health.The funds our school raises will help support important heart and brain research funded by Heart & Stroke. If you wish to donate please follow the link <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fjumpropeforheart.crowdchange.ca%2F122256&data=05%7C02%7Csteeleba%40limestone.on.ca%7C32c2ec55dd2d4778fae208dea6dfb77b%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639131676974661241%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=MLVCCEeJRCJlMz9g10KH0DcJtqvknYii1BurQG%2FzJ1M%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Amherstview Public School - Amherstview | Heart & Stroke Jump Rope for Heart</a> to help AVPS reach our goal!<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.jumpropeforheart.ca%2Ffamilies-corner%23ThankYouGiftCards&data=05%7C02%7Csteeleba%40limestone.on.ca%7Ca37cbbb337e14ab12d5a08dea77c6063%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639132349817336601%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=8h%2Ffam8XOiUJ9hVFr%2Fxi6%2BzBZ7E1fZdVtGtze%2F20axo%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Families' Corner | Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada</a><img src="/images/2eec1e3f-9724-44eb-b12d-1578f4eab553?fingerprint=ppb20260515145925" alt="Jump Rope for Heart 1" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/2760991c-3d33-4192-9c1a-7deb89045bc6?fingerprint=ppb20260515145926" alt="Jump Rope for Heart 2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Coming Up This Week</h2><table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr style="height: 62px;"><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Day</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">What's happening at AVPS</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Monday, June 1st</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"> </td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Tuesday, June 2</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">·         Grade 7/8 Field Trip</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"> Wednesday, June 3</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">·         Hot Lunch</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Thursday, June 4</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">·         Music Club Grade 3</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Friday, June 5 </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">·         Hot Lunch·         Wear your school colours Green & Gold, Gator gear!</td></tr></tbody></table><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Coming Up This Week</h2><table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Day</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">What's happening at AVPS</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Monday, June 8</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">·         Clouthier/Leppik/Lecompte Field Trip·         Grade 7/8 Immunization Clinic·         Gator Fest 4-6 pm! </td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Tuesday, June 9</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">·         District Track & Field - InVista</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"> Wednesday, June 10</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">·         Jaynes/Sauve Picnic·         Scott/Saunders Field Trip·         Hot Lunch</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Thursday, June 11</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">·         C. Sullivan 1/2 Picnic·         Music Club Grade 3</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Friday, June 12</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">·         Hot Lunch·         Sullivan/McGrath Picnic·         Milkshakes·         Wear your school colours Green & Gold, Gator gear!</td></tr></tbody></table><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Upcoming Dates</h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3">June 2026</h3><ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">17 – Gr. 6 FI Farewell Celebration</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">18 – Grade 8 Graduation</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">22 – Summer Fun Day</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">24 – Term 2 Report Cards come home</li><li value="5" class="editor-listitem">25 – Last day of school for students</li><li value="6" class="editor-listitem">26 – PA Day</li></ul><img src="/images/e257fb93-cf82-43ad-8eb8-1fe7368e5214?fingerprint=ppb20260528193925" alt="June Dates of Significance 1" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/d72b256b-4a93-4fc8-a403-39c4eac98fd3?fingerprint=ppb20260528193929" alt="LDSB Dates of Significance 2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/9a99a985-aa2b-4de4-9142-abde8374e087?fingerprint=ppb20260604170007" alt="Canadian Multiculturalism Day" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><a href="https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/maple-leaf/defence/2023/06/canadian-multiculturalism-day-celebrating-multiculturalism-canada.html" class="editor-link">Canadian Multiculturalism Day</a><hr><img src="/images/6d19de4b-a1db-49c1-b215-f885adbf0630?fingerprint=ppb20260604170007" alt="Parent Workshop Series" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr> <img src="/images/5beb85cb-0d3a-4e64-b7d0-a3a6edde6c3d?fingerprint=ppb20260604170007" alt="Stay Cool, Stay Safe" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/0f45273a-af9e-4ef1-92bd-d0b9d9ad5551?fingerprint=ppb20260123140214" alt="Harmony Movement Words Matter Campaign" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">The Words Matter Campaign aims to reduce the incidence and impact of harmful and discriminatory language within our school community. 💚💛🐊 This whole-school initiative includes activities engaging staff, students, and parents/caregivers.As we know, it takes a team to make an impact.  We are committed to providing students, educators, and families with the resources and support needed to maximize the impact of this work through Words Matter and the LDSB Equity Team.The pocket guide for addressing harmful language below is being used at AVPS.  We are sharing with families as a resource to support conversations at home.<img src="/images/a12cdc40-e041-419f-a1ee-7b732c5bb180?fingerprint=ppb20260306190346" alt="Harmony Movement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/39174b30-f2a0-4c40-a762-841e0e527926?fingerprint=ppb20260206195123" alt="Harmony Movement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/9498cf55-0366-4674-806a-d49b14cd8e25?fingerprint=ppb20260123140308" alt="Words Create Our World" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr>Looking for Gator Spirit Wear?  Visit the AVPS E-Store<a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/amherstviewpublicschool/" class="editor-link">https://specialtytrophies.ca/amherstviewpublicschool/</a><img src="/images/10d6fbcb-c952-4223-af39-481c54f7db9c?fingerprint=ppb20251217013147" alt="AVPS E store" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Our Lost & Found is Quickly Filling Up! 🧤👕🧢</h2>If your child is missing any items, please encourage them to check the Lost & Found area as soon as possible. Families are also welcome to stop by and take a look.<img src="/images/3a5b480d-04c2-4f68-ab03-3337466d933a?fingerprint=ppb20251217013540" alt="Olivers Labels" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">AVPS School Advisory Council 2025-2026</h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3">📅 Next SAC Meeting - June 11, 2026</h3>Join us in the school library or online everyone is welcome! All meetings will be in person at 6:00 pm in the AVPS library and online, through MS Teams. Everyone who is part of our Gator family is welcome to attend any of our meetings this year.  Childcare will be provided.  We look forward to hearing your voice!<h2 class="editor-heading-h2">🤝 Volunteer Opportunities</h2>Volunteers play an important role in making our school a welcoming and vibrant community. If you’re interested in getting involved, please click the link below to learn more every bit of support makes a difference.<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSf5jeQ9p9T9N02tra3l9xL_80wMRrXCCxXC8CyPoS6YPtKwBQ%2Fviewform&data=05%7C02%7Csteeleba%40limestone.on.ca%7C9dd58ea3d4db495ea76c08de55089870%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639041692601311868%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=iOPwdgH2jdB4nCFypyo44BOFn4giqHTT2MHWzqSD4e0%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf5jeQ9p9T9N02tra3l9xL_80wMRrXCCxXC8CyPoS6YPtKwBQ/viewform</a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3">💬 Did You Know?</h3>We have School Advisory Council Representatives for each division! If you have a question, concern, or aren’t sure who to ask, reach out to your division rep they’re here to help!·         Kindergarten: Kaileigh Babcock – <a href="mailto:kaileighbabcock@gmail.com" class="editor-link">kaileighbabcock@gmail.com</a>·         Primary (Grades 1–3): Britta Flood – <a href="mailto:brittaflood@gmail.com" class="editor-link">brittaflood@gmail.com</a>·         Junior (Grades 4–8): Gelareh Monajemi – <a href="mailto:gelareh@goldtalentagency.com" class="editor-link">gelareh@goldtalentagency.com</a>For general inquiries, email us anytime at <a href="mailto:avpssac@outlook.com" class="editor-link">avpssac@outlook.com</a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3">Follow Us on Facebook</h3>Amherstview Public School Advisory Council <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FAVPSAC&data=05%7C02%7Csteeleba%40limestone.on.ca%7C241aad013b964dff8fd608de2e84a4f2%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638999344523672751%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=teifrX9bbx9nxvLcOOqyaorK8IO9WvDZoGkzMwwMvzQ%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">https://www.facebook.com/AVPSAC</a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3">Stay in the Loop!</h3>Our SAC has created a handy calendar to make it easy to keep track of all school events, fundraisers, and important updates in one place. Check it regularly to stay up to date!<h3 class="editor-heading-h3">🍕🥪 Hot Lunch is Back!</h3>Families can now enjoy two lunch days each week Wednesdays with Boston Pizza and Fridays with Subway.Orders are placed through Lunch Box<h4 class="editor-heading-h4">How to Order - Quick Steps</h4>1. Visit <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.lunchboxorders.net%2F&data=05%7C02%7Csteeleba%40limestone.on.ca%7C241aad013b964dff8fd608de2e84a4f2%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638999344523700381%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=t2O9OgbFtRxvta%2FNh9n1f5r0ubuM6zqWrhBNHxUYHx4%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">www.lunchboxorders.net </a>2. Click “Create an Account” follow the steps to register 3. Add your child(ren) to your profile, select city (Amherstview), including school, teacher, and grade (very important for correct delivery!). 4. Click a blue calendar date to view meal options and place orders 5. Pay securely online using: Visa / MasterCard / Discover / Debit Visa / Prepaid

2026-06-04 16:34:41.124 +0000 UTC

Technical Advisory Group (TAG) - Seeking Expression of Interest

<h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Technical Advisory Group (TAG) is Seeking Expression of Interest</h2>The Limestone District School Board is seeking expressions of interest from <a href="about:blank" class="editor-link">individuals</a><a href="#_msocom_1" class="editor-link">[EL1]</a>  interested in joining the Technical Advisory Group (TAG) in support of the ongoing Student Census 2025 project.The purpose of the Technical Advisory Group is to provide advice, perspectives, and recommendations related to the design of data collection methods, analysis, and the representation of results for LDSB’s Student Census. TAG plays a critical role in ensuring that multiple and diverse perspectives are applied to the interpretation of data, helping to minimize bias and strengthen the relevance and integrity of findings.We are seeking expressions of interest for the committee for the September 2026 to August 2028 term.  We welcome expressions of interest from all members of the Limestone community, including those who can help us fill the following vacancies:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">One to two parents of a Limestone student(s) who is not an employee of the LDSB</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">A Limestone school administrator</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">One or more Limestone secondary students</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">One community partner member who works alongside LDSB</li></ul>Experience in data collection, analysis, and/or reporting of identity‑based data is encouraged; however, individuals with a broad range of research or analysis backgrounds and/or lived experiences are encouraged to apply. In general, members of the TAG will be able to offer diverse perspectives and/or lived experiences including (but not limited to) anti-Black racism, anti-Indigenous racism, anti-Semitism, Ableism/Disabilities, Homophobia, Transphobia, Islamophobia, geographical diversity (e.g., urban, rural), and/or Poverty/Classism. An understanding of the <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ontario.ca%2Fdocument%2Fdata-standards-identification-and-monitoring-systemic-racism%23%3A~%3Atext%3DThe%2520Data%2520Standards%2520for%2520the%2Cdisparities%2520within%2520the%2520public%2520sector.&data=05%7C02%7Cclostlamberte%40limestone.on.ca%7C5bee4cf7e4cc40dd54f508dc81a8bca0%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638527810266554766%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=D0CCxdENPrqOG4zXI7WOtSL%2Bog%2FNwCUoOTpuPM5OkRQ%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="Original URL: https://www.ontario.ca/document/data-standards-identification-and-monitoring-systemic-racism#:~:text=The%20Data%20Standards%20for%20the,disparities%20within%20the%20public%20sector.. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link">Anti-Racism Data Standards</a> is an asset.Members of the Technical Advisory Group contribute to meaningful, community‑informed research and participate in collaborative discussions that shape how Student Census data are understood and communicated.Please note that all members of the TAG are expected to complete the Fundamentals of OCAP training as a condition of their membership. This online course takes about 7 hours to complete, and costs are covered by the LDSB.<h3 class="editor-heading-h3">How to express interest:</h3>Individuals interested in joining TAG are invited to submit an expression of interest outlining relevant experience, perspectives, and interest in the work. Submissions will be reviewed to ensure a balance of skills, expertise, and lived experience.Before expressing your interest, please review our <a href="https://www.limestone.on.ca/student_census_technical_advisory_group" class="editor-link">Terms of Reference.</a>You can submit online <a href="https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Xxb04a7rgk2nPKDeWTgwvpUTVUJxSKlEvHFJaE4SO3ZUQjNGT083WkdNNFJNUksySk5FTjBZMVMzMi4u" class="editor-link">here</a>, or submit a paper copy, which are available at the board office (220 Portsmouth Ave) by 11:59 pm on Friday June 12, 2026.The purpose of the Technical Advisory Group (TAG) is to give advice, opinions and make recommendations in the design of methods for secondary data analysis (e.g., determining disparities and disproportionalities among student outcomes based on identity) and representation of results (e.g., specifically how the information is reported and shared).  Most importantly, the purpose of the TAG is to ensure that multiple perspectives are applied to the analysis of <a href="/cms/one.aspx" target="_blank" title="Student Census 2020" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Student Census </a>data to minimize the risk of bias. The TAG is comprised of members who offer diverse perspectives and/or lived experience including (but not limited to) anti-Black racism, anti-Indigenous racism, anti-Semitism, Ableism/Disabilities, Homophobia, Transphobia, Islamophobia, and/or Poverty/Classism. Members have experience in the collection, analysis, and reporting of identity-based data and will be receiving the <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffnigc.ca%2Focap-training%2Ftake-the-course%2F&data=04%7C01%7Chigheth%40limestone.on.ca%7Cc73ee6c2b18c4086640208d9f1576128%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C637806179854556235%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=cQ7gZeHBdsIi%2BpukOtJ9IVLCVBGKCLCCYAHXzFkSHkQ%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="Original URL: https://fnigc.ca/ocap-training/take-the-course/. Click or tap if you trust this link." class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Fundamentals of OCAP®</a> training.

2026-05-29 15:58:02.236 +0000 UTC

Message from the Director - May 28, 2026

Dear Families,It is hard to believe that we are already at the end of May, and the current school year only has four weeks remaining.  This message is to communicate a reminder regarding the PA Day tomorrow, and to share some information regarding an upcoming information session for families. Reminder – P.A. Day – Friday, May 29, 2026 A reminder that tomorrow, Friday, May 29, is a P.A. Day, and there will be no classes for students.LDSB PIC – Guest Speaker: Paul Davis – Friday, June 5, 2026 The LDSB Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) invites parents, caregivers, and guardians to a free, informative, and engaging evening focused on helping families navigate the digital world. Topics will include:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Social media use</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Cyberbullying</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Online privacy</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Gaming and gambling</li></ul>Event details: Friday, June 5, 2026 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. LDSB Education Centre, 220 Portsmouth Avenue, KingstonThis is a great opportunity to learn practical tips and strategies to help support your child online. Register for this free event online: <a href="https://bit.ly/PICPaulDavis2026" class="editor-link">bit.ly/PICPaulDavis2026</a>.Thank you, as always, for your continued partnership in supporting student success and well-being. We hope you and your family have a safe and enjoyable weekend.Krishna Burra CEO/Director of Education Limestone District School Board

2026-05-28 20:30:21.967 +0000 UTC

Gator Tracks - June 1 to 5, 2026

<img src="/images/90ec5d92-43ef-477f-b9a0-0d72c9c52fb3?fingerprint=ppb20251217014343" alt="Gator Tracks Weekly Family Update" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">June 1-5, 2026AVPS Families, 🐊Here we are—heading into June, the final month of the school year! Our school is buzzing with learning, events, trips, EQAO testing, and track and field, and so much green and gold AVPS Gator pride 🐊💚💛.June is Pride Month, and we will be proudly displaying our Pride flag in the school as we celebrate diversity, inclusion, and belonging. It is also National Indigenous History Month, with National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21, a time to learn, reflect, and honour Indigenous voices and cultures.We are very excited for the amazing, annual Gatorfest organized by our fabulous School Council—thank you for all of your support! With food vendors, inflatables, a foam party with the fire department, and so much more, we hope you can join us for this fun-filled celebration. Please see the poster below.Staffing is currently in process, and we will share more information as we move through the spring staffing process. Please check the dates below and reach out anytime if you have questions — we are always here to help! 💚🐊📅 Upcoming Events·          Grade 6 FI Farewell Celebration - June 17·          Grade 8 Graduation – June 18Thank you, as always, for your ongoing support and partnership—it makes our Gator community stronger every day! 🐊💛Brigid Steele (P), Drew Boyce (VP) & The AVPS Gator Staff Team<hr><img src="/images/3bb5f2e4-4332-4e9c-bc70-1c32703e82de?fingerprint=ppb20260528193038" alt="Gator Fest 2026" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/cabf90a9-a98c-423f-9125-3415fdbd367e?fingerprint=ppb20260528193133" alt="Gator 1" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/22c316af-9e2e-4d68-bf0e-0b7a3be7364c?fingerprint=ppb20260528193133" alt="Gator 2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/f5759c1a-ee95-48af-a3b0-272b336cdcfb?fingerprint=ppb20260528193136" alt="Gator 3" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/27eb1abd-6fa2-44f4-8b17-3861a4526354?fingerprint=ppb20260528193135" alt="Gator 4" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/67a7b796-e0ec-4d84-ad1f-85c3a8507c8f?fingerprint=ppb20260515150135" alt="LDSB at Pride" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/b0282360-f033-49d2-8d51-56350407b7d5?fingerprint=ppb20260528193241" alt="June National Indigenous History Month and Pride Month" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/c6eb963c-512a-4b07-93ad-67f6cf7d71d4?fingerprint=ppb20260528193316" alt="National Indigenous History Month" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Jump Rope for Heart at AVPS</h2>Jump Rope for Heart is happening at AVPS! Please see the postcard that was sent home with your child today for more details.This event teaches our students the importance of giving back and encourages them to learn the EASY healthy habits, so they understand the importance of staying active, eating well and taking care of their heart and brain health.The funds our school raises will help support important heart and brain research funded by Heart & Stroke. If you wish to donate please follow the link <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fjumpropeforheart.crowdchange.ca%2F122256&data=05%7C02%7Csteeleba%40limestone.on.ca%7C32c2ec55dd2d4778fae208dea6dfb77b%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639131676974661241%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=MLVCCEeJRCJlMz9g10KH0DcJtqvknYii1BurQG%2FzJ1M%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Amherstview Public School - Amherstview | Heart & Stroke Jump Rope for Heart</a> to help AVPS reach our goal!<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.jumpropeforheart.ca%2Ffamilies-corner%23ThankYouGiftCards&data=05%7C02%7Csteeleba%40limestone.on.ca%7Ca37cbbb337e14ab12d5a08dea77c6063%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639132349817336601%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=8h%2Ffam8XOiUJ9hVFr%2Fxi6%2BzBZ7E1fZdVtGtze%2F20axo%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Families' Corner | Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada</a><img src="/images/2eec1e3f-9724-44eb-b12d-1578f4eab553?fingerprint=ppb20260515145925" alt="Jump Rope for Heart 1" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/2760991c-3d33-4192-9c1a-7deb89045bc6?fingerprint=ppb20260515145926" alt="Jump Rope for Heart 2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Coming Up This Week</h2><table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr style="height: 62px;"><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Day</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">What's happening at AVPS</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Monday, June 1st</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"> </td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Tuesday, June 2</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">·         Grade 7/8 Field Trip</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"> Wednesday, June 3</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">·         Hot Lunch</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Thursday, June 4</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">·         Music Club Grade 3</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Friday, June 5 </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">·         Hot Lunch·         Wear your school colours Green & Gold, Gator gear!</td></tr></tbody></table><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Upcoming Dates</h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3">June 2026</h3>·         8 – Gator Fest 4-6 pm!  More information to come!·         17 – Gr. 6 FI Farewell Celebration·         18 – Grade 8 Graduation *NEW guidelines for all graduations (includes grade 6 farewell celebration – outside of school hours) We will share more information about these celebrations as we get closer to the date·         24 – Term 2 Report Cards come home·         25 – Last day of school for students·         26 – PA Day<img src="/images/e257fb93-cf82-43ad-8eb8-1fe7368e5214?fingerprint=ppb20260528193925" alt="June Dates of Significance 1" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/d72b256b-4a93-4fc8-a403-39c4eac98fd3?fingerprint=ppb20260528193929" alt="LDSB Dates of Significance 2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/0f45273a-af9e-4ef1-92bd-d0b9d9ad5551?fingerprint=ppb20260123140214" alt="Harmony Movement Words Matter Campaign" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">The Words Matter Campaign aims to reduce the incidence and impact of harmful and discriminatory language within our school community. 💚💛🐊 This whole-school initiative includes activities engaging staff, students, and parents/caregivers.As we know, it takes a team to make an impact.  We are committed to providing students, educators, and families with the resources and support needed to maximize the impact of this work through Words Matter and the LDSB Equity Team.The pocket guide for addressing harmful language below is being used at AVPS.  We are sharing with families as a resource to support conversations at home.<img src="/images/a12cdc40-e041-419f-a1ee-7b732c5bb180?fingerprint=ppb20260306190346" alt="Harmony Movement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/39174b30-f2a0-4c40-a762-841e0e527926?fingerprint=ppb20260206195123" alt="Harmony Movement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/9498cf55-0366-4674-806a-d49b14cd8e25?fingerprint=ppb20260123140308" alt="Words Create Our World" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr>Looking for Gator Spirit Wear?  Visit the AVPS E-Store<a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/amherstviewpublicschool/" class="editor-link">https://specialtytrophies.ca/amherstviewpublicschool/</a><img src="/images/10d6fbcb-c952-4223-af39-481c54f7db9c?fingerprint=ppb20251217013147" alt="AVPS E store" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Our Lost & Found is quickly filling up! 🧤👕🧢</h2>If your child is missing any items, please encourage them to check the Lost & Found area as soon as possible. Families are also welcome to stop by and take a look.<img src="/images/3a5b480d-04c2-4f68-ab03-3337466d933a?fingerprint=ppb20251217013540" alt="Olivers Labels" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">AVPS School Advisory Council 2025-2026</h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3">📅 Next SAC Meeting - TBD</h3>Join us in the school library or online everyone is welcome! All meetings will be in person at 6:00 pm in the AVPS library and online, through MS Teams. Everyone who is part of our Gator family is welcome to attend any of our meetings this year.  Childcare will be provided.  We look forward to hearing your voice!<h2 class="editor-heading-h2">🤝 Volunteer Opportunities</h2>Volunteers play an important role in making our school a welcoming and vibrant community. If you’re interested in getting involved, please click the link below to learn more every bit of support makes a difference.<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSf5jeQ9p9T9N02tra3l9xL_80wMRrXCCxXC8CyPoS6YPtKwBQ%2Fviewform&data=05%7C02%7Csteeleba%40limestone.on.ca%7C9dd58ea3d4db495ea76c08de55089870%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639041692601311868%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=iOPwdgH2jdB4nCFypyo44BOFn4giqHTT2MHWzqSD4e0%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf5jeQ9p9T9N02tra3l9xL_80wMRrXCCxXC8CyPoS6YPtKwBQ/viewform</a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3">💬 Did You Know?</h3>We have School Advisory Council Representatives for each division! If you have a question, concern, or aren’t sure who to ask, reach out to your division rep they’re here to help!·         Kindergarten: Kaileigh Babcock – <a href="mailto:kaileighbabcock@gmail.com" class="editor-link">kaileighbabcock@gmail.com</a>·         Primary (Grades 1–3): Britta Flood – <a href="mailto:brittaflood@gmail.com" class="editor-link">brittaflood@gmail.com</a>·         Junior (Grades 4–8): Gelareh Monajemi – <a href="mailto:gelareh@goldtalentagency.com" class="editor-link">gelareh@goldtalentagency.com</a>For general inquiries, email us anytime at <a href="mailto:avpssac@outlook.com" class="editor-link">avpssac@outlook.com</a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3">Follow Us on Facebook</h3>Amherstview Public School Advisory Council <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FAVPSAC&data=05%7C02%7Csteeleba%40limestone.on.ca%7C241aad013b964dff8fd608de2e84a4f2%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638999344523672751%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=teifrX9bbx9nxvLcOOqyaorK8IO9WvDZoGkzMwwMvzQ%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">https://www.facebook.com/AVPSAC</a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3">Stay in the Loop!</h3>Our SAC has created a handy calendar to make it easy to keep track of all school events, fundraisers, and important updates in one place. Check it regularly to stay up to date!<h3 class="editor-heading-h3">🍕🥪 Hot Lunch is Back!</h3>Families can now enjoy two lunch days each week Wednesdays with Boston Pizza and Fridays with Subway.Orders are placed through Lunch Box<h4 class="editor-heading-h4">How to Order - Quick Steps</h4>1. Visit <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.lunchboxorders.net%2F&data=05%7C02%7Csteeleba%40limestone.on.ca%7C241aad013b964dff8fd608de2e84a4f2%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638999344523700381%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=t2O9OgbFtRxvta%2FNh9n1f5r0ubuM6zqWrhBNHxUYHx4%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">www.lunchboxorders.net </a>2. Click “Create an Account” follow the steps to register 3. Add your child(ren) to your profile, select city (Amherstview), including school, teacher, and grade (very important for correct delivery!). 4. Click a blue calendar date to view meal options and place orders 5. Pay securely online using: Visa / MasterCard / Discover / Debit Visa / Prepaid

2026-05-28 19:46:08.844 +0000 UTC

LDSB PIC Guest Speaker: Paul Davis

Join us for a free parent session with guest speaker Paul Davis! The LDSB Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) invites parents, caregivers, and guardians to an informative and engaging evening focused on:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Social media use</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Cyberbullying</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Online privacy</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Gaming and gambling</li></ul>Friday, June 5, 20265:30 – 7:00 p.m.LDSB Education Centre, 220, Portsmouth Avenue, KingstonThis is a great opportunity to learn how to support your child in today’s digital world.Register online: <a href="https://forms.office.com/r/P5Jcn5TQ9W" class="editor-link">PIC Guest Speaker: Paul Davis (Free Event) – Fill out form</a><figure><a href="https://forms.office.com/r/P5Jcn5TQ9W" title="2026 05 20 PIC Paul Davis Instagram"><img src="/images/4e2a9d97-41c5-4ea6-9410-06d26cb11a83?fingerprint=ppb20260521195148" alt="2026 05 20 PIC Paul Davis Instagram" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a></figure>

2026-05-28 13:38:33.734 +0000 UTC

Gator Tracks - May 25-29, 2026

<img src="/images/49566544-52c5-4a38-b09d-0aa2af669770?fingerprint=ppb20251217013700" alt="Gator Tracks" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">May 25-29, 2026AVPS Families, 🐊What an incredible week at AVPS!The Fossils musical was a huge success, thanks to the hard work, dedication, and talent of our amazing Gator students and staff. A big thank you to Mme. Scott, Mme. Putos, M. McGrath and Ms. Field for leading this incredible production and to all staff and students who supported throughout the process helping with rehearsals, building props, running lines and all the details in between.  Thank you to families for supporting students as they worked towards opening night.  This is a memory that all Gatos will hold with them for years to come!As the staffing process begins for the 2026–2027 school year, we are sharing that Mr. Boyce, our amazing VP, will be moving to Bath PS for September 2026. We will miss Mr. Boyce, and we are incredibly grateful for the tremendous impact he has had at AVPS. His kindness, positivity, leadership, and support for students, staff, and families have helped make our school such a caring and welcoming place to learn and grow. We thank him for all he has contributed to our Gator community and wish him nothing but success and happiness in this next chapter. We are also excited to welcome Christine Kennedy, the incoming VP, from Rideau PS to our Gator team and look forward to the many great things ahead!  Once the spring staffing process is complete, we will share more information with families.We are looking forward to many exciting upcoming events. Please see the important dates below. Please check the dates below and reach out anytime if you have questions — we are always here to help! 💚🐊📅 Upcoming Events·         Discover Kindergarten - May 27·          Grade 6 FI Farewell Celebration - June 17·          Grade 8 Graduation – June 18Thank you, as always, for your ongoing support and partnership—it makes our Gator community stronger every day! 🐊💛Brigid Steele (P), Drew Boyce (VP) & The AVPS Gator Staff Team<hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Lights Camera, Action!!   The Fossils Musical at AVPS</h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"> </h2><img src="/images/9c5e4b79-4acd-4aef-a51a-423a01cb2067?fingerprint=ppb20260521192933" alt="The Fossils" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"> </h2><img src="/images/9de0ba3a-94dd-4d08-9dfc-9abd46387e77?fingerprint=ppb20260521192957" alt="The Fossils Production" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"> </h2><img src="/images/99ec8f3e-a296-4057-884c-d679b090d25b?fingerprint=ppb20260521193020" alt="The Fossils Audience" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">AVPS Discover Kindergarten Event – Wednesday, May 27</h2><img src="/images/db1a8610-4869-4b58-86b4-b0e10bbe12a3?fingerprint=ppb20260515145148" alt="Discover Kindergarten in LDSB" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/1130544b-7c93-4aad-a148-58417905e29d?fingerprint=ppb20260206195754" alt="Kindergarten Registration" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/9ee11e71-6cf0-4f92-b467-d759b7cdcd94?fingerprint=ppb20260515145250" alt="Tri Board" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"> </h2><img src="/images/5a88c25a-4875-4544-bae0-8f0654d9a53f?fingerprint=ppb20260521193141" alt="AVPS Graduation" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2"> </h2><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Classroom Connections</h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3">Gr. 1 FI – Mme. H. Jaynes </h3>Our caterpillars turned into chrysalises! We got to watch one change in real time today - the photo of the caterpillar in the J shape was this morning and by midday it was in its cocoon!<img src="/images/795778a0-d137-4642-b47b-2413a6eb1dfc?fingerprint=ppb20260521193349" alt="Caterpillar" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Jump Rope for Heart at AVPS</h2>Jump Rope for Heart is happening at AVPS! Please see the postcard that was sent home with your child today for more details.This event teaches our students the importance of giving back and encourages them to learn the EASY healthy habits, so they understand the importance of staying active, eating well and taking care of their heart and brain health.The funds our school raises will help support important heart and brain research funded by Heart & Stroke. If you wish to donate please follow the link <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fjumpropeforheart.crowdchange.ca%2F122256&data=05%7C02%7Csteeleba%40limestone.on.ca%7C32c2ec55dd2d4778fae208dea6dfb77b%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639131676974661241%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=MLVCCEeJRCJlMz9g10KH0DcJtqvknYii1BurQG%2FzJ1M%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Amherstview Public School - Amherstview | Heart & Stroke Jump Rope for Heart</a> to help AVPS reach our goal!<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.jumpropeforheart.ca%2Ffamilies-corner%23ThankYouGiftCards&data=05%7C02%7Csteeleba%40limestone.on.ca%7Ca37cbbb337e14ab12d5a08dea77c6063%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639132349817336601%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=8h%2Ffam8XOiUJ9hVFr%2Fxi6%2BzBZ7E1fZdVtGtze%2F20axo%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">Families' Corner | Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada</a><img src="/images/2eec1e3f-9724-44eb-b12d-1578f4eab553?fingerprint=ppb20260515145925" alt="Jump Rope for Heart 1" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/2760991c-3d33-4192-9c1a-7deb89045bc6?fingerprint=ppb20260515145926" alt="Jump Rope for Heart 2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <img src="/images/5774520c-55f3-448b-8ce8-ace56b1d7cf4?fingerprint=ppb20260521193439" alt="Teachers at AVPS" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Coming Up This Week</h2><table class="editor-table" style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"><colgroup><col style="width: 50%;"><col style="width: 50%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Day</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">What's happening at AVPS</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Monday, May 25</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"> </td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Tuesday, May 26</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"> </td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;"> Wednesday, May 27 </td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">·         Hot Lunch·         Discover Kindergarten Event 4:15 – 5:30 PM·         School Council Meeting 6:00-7:00 PM</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Thursday, May 28</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">·         Music Club Grade 3</td></tr><tr><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">Friday, May 29</td><td class="editor-tableCell" style="border: 1px solid black; vertical-align: top; text-align: start;">·         PA Day – Teachers will be working on report cards.  No school for students</td></tr></tbody></table><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Upcoming Dates </h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3">June 2026</h3>·         8 – Gator Fest 4-6 pm!  More information to come!·         17 – Gr. 6 FI Farewell Celebration·         18 – Grade 8 Graduation *NEW guidelines for all graduations (includes grade 6 farewell celebration – outside of school hours) We will share more information about these celebrations as we get closer to the date·         24 – Term 2 Report Cards come home·         25 – Last day of school for students·         26 – PA Day <img src="/images/67a7b796-e0ec-4d84-ad1f-85c3a8507c8f?fingerprint=ppb20260515150135" alt="LDSB at Pride" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><img src="/images/0f45273a-af9e-4ef1-92bd-d0b9d9ad5551?fingerprint=ppb20260123140214" alt="Harmony Movement Words Matter Campaign" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block">The Words Matter Campaign aims to reduce the incidence and impact of harmful and discriminatory language within our school community. 💚💛🐊 This whole-school initiative includes activities engaging staff, students, and parents/caregivers.As we know, it takes a team to make an impact.  We are committed to providing students, educators, and families with the resources and support needed to maximize the impact of this work through Words Matter and the LDSB Equity Team.The pocket guide for addressing harmful language below is being used at AVPS.  We are sharing with families as a resource to support conversations at home.<img src="/images/39174b30-f2a0-4c40-a762-841e0e527926?fingerprint=ppb20260206195123" alt="Harmony Movement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/a12cdc40-e041-419f-a1ee-7b732c5bb180?fingerprint=ppb20260306190346" alt="Harmony Movement" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/9498cf55-0366-4674-806a-d49b14cd8e25?fingerprint=ppb20260123140308" alt="Words Create Our World" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Looking for Gator Spirit Wear?  Visit the AVPS E-Store</h2><a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/amherstviewpublicschool/" class="editor-link">https://specialtytrophies.ca/amherstviewpublicschool/</a><img src="/images/779a0c39-dd67-41cf-ab58-8b041fe56bcf?fingerprint=ppb20260220184956" alt="School e store" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">Our Lost & Found is quickly filling up! 🧤👕🧢</h2>If your child is missing any items, please encourage them to check the Lost & Found area as soon as possible. Families are also welcome to stop by and take a look.<img src="/images/3a5b480d-04c2-4f68-ab03-3337466d933a?fingerprint=ppb20251217013540" alt="Olivers Labels" width="100" height="inherit" style="width:100px;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2">AVPS School Advisory Council 2025-2026</h2><h3 class="editor-heading-h3">📅 Next SAC Meeting</h3>·         Our next School Advisory Council meeting (SAC) will be held on May 27, 2026. Join us in the school library or online everyone is welcome! All meetings will be in person at 6:00 pm in the AVPS library and online, through MS Teams. Everyone who is part of our Gator family is welcome to attend any of our meetings this year.  Childcare will be provided.  We look forward to hearing your voice!<h3 class="editor-heading-h3">🤝 Volunteer Opportunities</h3>Volunteers play an important role in making our school a welcoming and vibrant community. If you’re interested in getting involved, please click the link below to learn more every bit of support makes a difference.<a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSf5jeQ9p9T9N02tra3l9xL_80wMRrXCCxXC8CyPoS6YPtKwBQ%2Fviewform&data=05%7C02%7Csteeleba%40limestone.on.ca%7C9dd58ea3d4db495ea76c08de55089870%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C639041692601311868%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=iOPwdgH2jdB4nCFypyo44BOFn4giqHTT2MHWzqSD4e0%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf5jeQ9p9T9N02tra3l9xL_80wMRrXCCxXC8CyPoS6YPtKwBQ/viewform</a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3">💬 Did You Know?</h3>We have School Advisory Council Representatives for each division! If you have a question, concern, or aren’t sure who to ask, reach out to your division rep they’re here to help!·         Kindergarten: Kaileigh Babcock – <a href="mailto:kaileighbabcock@gmail.com" class="editor-link">kaileighbabcock@gmail.com</a>·         Primary (Grades 1–3): Britta Flood – <a href="mailto:brittaflood@gmail.com" class="editor-link">brittaflood@gmail.com</a>·         Junior (Grades 4–8): Gelareh Monajemi – <a href="mailto:gelareh@goldtalentagency.com" class="editor-link">gelareh@goldtalentagency.com</a>For general inquiries, email us anytime at <a href="mailto:avpssac@outlook.com" class="editor-link">avpssac@outlook.com</a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3">Follow Us on Facebook</h3>Amherstview Public School Advisory Council <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FAVPSAC&data=05%7C02%7Csteeleba%40limestone.on.ca%7C241aad013b964dff8fd608de2e84a4f2%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638999344523672751%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=teifrX9bbx9nxvLcOOqyaorK8IO9WvDZoGkzMwwMvzQ%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">https://www.facebook.com/AVPSAC</a><h3 class="editor-heading-h3">Stay in the Loop!</h3>Our SAC has created a handy calendar to make it easy to keep track of all school events, fundraisers, and important updates in one place. Check it regularly to stay up to date!<h2 class="editor-heading-h2">🥪 Hot Lunch is Back!</h2>Families can now enjoy two lunch days each week Wednesdays with Boston Pizza and Fridays with Subway.Orders are placed through Lunch Box How to Order - Quick Steps 1. Visit <a href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.lunchboxorders.net%2F&data=05%7C02%7Csteeleba%40limestone.on.ca%7C241aad013b964dff8fd608de2e84a4f2%7Ce1f4165febae4d82a73ca0de593830be%7C0%7C0%7C638999344523700381%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=t2O9OgbFtRxvta%2FNh9n1f5r0ubuM6zqWrhBNHxUYHx4%3D&reserved=0" class="editor-link">www.lunchboxorders.net </a>2. Click “Create an Account” follow the steps to register 3. Add your child(ren) to your profile, select city (Amherstview), including school, teacher, and grade (very important for correct delivery!). 4. Click a blue calendar date to view meal options and place orders 5. Pay securely online using: Visa / MasterCard / Discover / Debit Visa / Prepaid

2026-05-21 19:36:51.366 +0000 UTC