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Ministry of Education - Parent’s Guide to Ontario’s Education System

March 06, 2024
​​ The Mini stry of Education has launched the  Parent’s Guide to Ontario’s Education System . This new resource will provide parents with helpful information that allows them to have a stronger role and actively participate in their children’s education. The guide covers a number of subjects such as  knowing how...

First Look - 2024-2025 School Year Calendar

March 01, 2024
The ALCDSB has submitted the 2024-2025 school year calendar to the Ministry of Education, pending ministry approval.
These calendar dates will not be official until they have been approved by the Ministry of Education later this spring. ​ ​

PROPOSED - ALCDSB School Year Calendar 2024-2025​

Below is a...

Kindergarten Pre-Registration is NOW OPEN!

February 23, 2024
Welcome to Kindergarten! ​The ALCDSB is committed to providing a welcoming and caring environment for  ALL students, regardless of their religious background or affiliation. ​
The ​ALCDSB offers pre-registration online for all incoming kindergarten students. This application will take  approximately 15 minutes. After you complete this form, you will still need to call...

Curiosity Creates Change - Grade 6 Info

February 23, 2024
Dear families, As your child prepares to enter grade seven, I am excited to share information with you regarding the exciting initiative for Intermediate students: Curiosity Creates Change (C3). C3 is an initiative embedded in all ALCDSB Intermediate classrooms through teaching the curriculum with a student-centered learning approach. Learning begins with...

Introducing Grade 7-8 Math Makers Program – Register Today!

February 16, 2024
We are excited to announce the launch of our Grade 7-8 math boost program "Math Makers".  The program is designed to provide students in grades 7 and 8 with additional support and to enrich their mathematical journey. The deadline to register is  Monday, February 26 . 

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

Lent 2024

February 14, 2024
​ During Lent, the Church prepares to celebrate the dying and rising of the Lord Jesus. It is also the time for preparation for Baptism: for those who will be baptized at Easter and for all who will renew their baptismal promises at the Vigil and on Easter Day.    Lent begins...

Homestay Virtual Information Session

February 06, 2024
​ Interested in becoming a homestay family to an international student this September?  Plan to attend a virtual information session on Tuesday, February 20 at 7 p.m. 
During this session you’ll find out how hosting students from around the world can be an enriching experience for all.  
REGISTER TODAY!...

2024-2025 School Year Calendar Survey Now Open!

January 30, 2024
The ​ Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board is currently working to develop the calendar for the 2024-2025 school year. In collaboration with our coterminous boards (Limestone District School Board and Hastings Prince Edward District School Board), w e have created three options. All feedback will be taken into consideration...

Letter to St. Geneviève Families

January 25, 2024

January 25, 2024​

Dear  Families, The ALCDSB is thrilled to provide an update on the opening of St. Geneviève Catholic School/École catholique Sainte-Geneviève.

Eligibility
As we begin to build our new Catholic learning community, we are excited to welcome students to St. Geneviève Catholic School from three school...

Catholic Education Week Awards Nominations Now Open

January 08, 2024
​ Call for Nominations! Each year during Catholic Education Week , the ALCDSB recognizes the exemplary accomplishments of students, staff and community members who consistently demonstrate outstanding service. 
 
We are currently seeking nominations for the 2024 Catholic Education Week awards. P​lease see each award for a full description. These nominations are completed...

Welcome to Grade 9!

January 04, 2024
​ The ALCDSB welcomes each student with open arms! Whether new to our Board or joining us from an ALCDSB Catholic elementary school, we want to ensure your process to registering for Gade 9 is a seamless experience.  Each individual ALCDSB secondary school offers a specific set of academic programming and...

April 2024 PA Day Date Change

December 13, 2023
Due to a total solar eclipse that is predicted to occur on April 8th, 2024, the new   date for the April PA Day is Monday, April 8, 2024. ​   Parts of the ALCDSB ​​will be in the path of totality, which means that these regions will experience complete darkness at approximately...

Regiopolis-Notre Dame Presents Cinderella Musical

December 11, 2023
​ KINGSTON, ON - Regiopolis-Notre Dame Catholic High School proudly presents the timeless classic, Cinderella. Opening night is this Thursday, December 14 at 7:00PM. The production will run until Saturday, December 16. Click here for Show Times & Tickets.
Described as a “golden age musical” by production Musical Director Justine...

Holy Cross hosts Grades 7 & 8 students for "Day of the Arts"

December 05, 2023
​Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School welcomed grade 7 and 8 students from regional 'feeder" schools this week for their annual Day of the Arts event.​
The daily schedule included showcases from the secondary school's Symphonic Band, Jazz Ensemble, Vocals and Dance classes, an art show and a special sneak-peek matinee performance of MAMMA...

25-Year Anniversary Timeline Wall Unveiled

November 23, 2023
Napanee, ON - As we wrap up our 25th year the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) is excited to unveil a timeline wall of achievements, and commemorative video​ , celebrating 25 years of Excellence in Catholic Education.  
 
Located at the front entrance of the Board office in Napanee,...

St. Geneviève Catholic School announced as name of new school

November 22, 2023

The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board is pleased to announce that the name of our new Catholic elementary school in Kingston will be St. Geneviève Catholic School/ École ​ catholique Sainte- Genevi è ve .
This Kindergarten to Grade 8 school is in Kingston's west-end Woodhaven subdivision and...

Emergency Response Procedures

November 20, 2023
A t times, to keep ALCDSB schools safe, we need to practice emergency response procedures.  By having a clear process in place, school administrators can navigate possible threats to school safety in a calm and organized manner.  
 
To better serve parents, guardians, and community members, we thought it may be helpful to...

Draft Long-Term Accommodation Plan Review

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

Participate in GivingTuesday this month!

November 14, 2023
  During the spring of 2024, t he ALCDSB will be putting on a Silent Auction concurrent with Catholic Education Week during the first week of May to raise funds for the Algonquin & Lakeshore Catholic Education Foundation.    For GivingTuesday on November 28 , we invite all to participate by...

Treaties Recognition Week

November 03, 2023
​ Treaties Recognition Week takes place this year, from November 5 -11. This week was introduced by the province in 2016 to honor the importance of treaties and to help us to learn more about treaty rights, treaty relationships and their relevance today.   
During Treaties Recognition Week, students across the ALCSB...

P.A. Day for Staff on November 10, 2023

October 27, 2023

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

ALCDSB Student Trustee Participates in Mayors of the Week Program

October 25, 2023
Students from local high schools participated in the Rotary Club of Belleville's Mayors of the Week program from October 2-6.
Representing the ALCDSB was Shivani Narendranath, grade 12 student at Nicolson Catholic College and Student Trustee. ​ ​S tudent participants were selected by their high school. Narendran​ath was chosen for...

Grade 7 & 8 students participate in C3 Local Government Week mock Council

October 20, 2023





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

​ Student Senate

October 18, 2023
Students from all 5 secondary schools came together at Nicholson Catholic College today to discuss the role of student leadership in our Catholic Learning communities. Students engaged in discussions around student mental health and well-being, student safety and how to reach and represent those whose voices are missing or underrepresented in...

P.A. Day for Staff on October 27, 2023

October 12, 2023
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​Professional Development Day Focus for October 27
P.A. days are professional activity and professional development opportunities for all school staff to engage in and learn.  There are seven P.A. days throughout the 2023/24 school year, approximately once a month. To view the school year calendar, click   here...

Canada-Spain Exchange Program Available to Students in Grades 7-9

October 12, 2023
​ The ALCDSB has teamed up with Ken’s Education Group to provide ALCDSB students currently enrolled in grades 7, 8 and 9 the opportunity to apply for a space in the Canada-Spain Exchange Program for the 2024 – 2025 school year.   The Canada-Spain Exchange Program is a once in a lifetime...

Now Accepting Staff Recognition Award Nominations

October 11, 2023
​ ​ The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board’s Recognition Strategy recognizes staff for their actions and results.  Nominations are now being accepted for ALCDSB staff members whose work (or actions) has made an impact and are in-line with the Board's core values and exemplifies characteristics that align with the Board's  vision, mission...

See Me in ALCDSB Student Census Now Open for Students in Grades 7 - 12

October 04, 2023
​ From October 23 – 27, 2023, the ALCDSB is conducting a revised and updated version of the See Me in ALCDSB Student Census. If your student is in high school, they will have time during class this week to complete the survey.

Parents and guardians of intermediate students are invited...

Your Feedback Matters: Communications Survey

October 04, 2023
We heard you!  On behalf of the Algonquin & Lakeshore Catholic District School Board, we'd like to thank you for taking the time to fill out the Communications Survey. We received tons of feedback and are combing through the valuable information.  Stay tuned ! ​



At the ALCDSB, we value...

Golf Tournament Raises over $20,000 for students

September 26, 2023

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

Multi Year Strategic Plan - Year 4

September 26, 2023
​The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board is pleased to announce the launch of the Multi Year Strategic Plan (MYSP)  - Year 4. The MYSP highlights key strategies and goals that the Board will implement this year to ensure the best in Catholic education. 
Please read the MYSP -Year 4 here: ...

Franco-Ontarian Day

September 22, 2023
September 25th is officially recognized as Franco-Ontarian Day in the province of Ontario. There are more than 622,000 Francophones and 1.5 million Ontarians who can speak French, making Ontario Canada’s largest Francophone community outside of Québec.    
First recognized in 2010, Franco-Ontarian Day represents over 400 years of Francophone history, celebrating the...

Truth and Reconciliation Week 2023

September 22, 2023
​ From Sept. 25 – 30 ALCDSB schools will be reviewing Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action and exploring conversations on True History reconciliation and responsibilities in preparation for the #NationalDayofTruthandReconciliation on Saturday, September 30 . Due to September 30 falling on a Saturday this year, the ALCDSB is recognizing this...

CODE Statement on Gender Expression

September 21, 2023
CODE Statement Gender Expression

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

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

Congratulations to ALCDSB Graduate on Winning Photography Award

September 15, 2023

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

Aspiring Catholic Leadership Development Program 2023-24

September 11, 2023
​​ ​​Aspiring Catholic Leadership Parts 1 and 2 will begin in October 2023.  The deadline to apply for the October start date for Part 1 and Part 2 is   Friday,  October 13, 2023 .  ​ Classes run from 5:00-7:00 pm.
P art 1:
Tuesday, N ovemb er 7
Tuesday,...

P.A. Day for Staff on September 25, 2023

September 08, 2023
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September 25, 2023, Professional Development Day Focus P.A. days are professional activity and professional development opportunities for all school staff to engage in and learn.
There are seven P.A. days throughout the 2023/24 school year, approximately once a month. To view the school year calendar, click here ...

2023-2024 Pastoral Theme - Blessed Beyond Belief

September 01, 2023
​ The fourth of five pastoral themes, “Blessed Beyond Belief”, calls us to open our eyes and our hearts to see all of God’s goodness that surrounds us. Recognizing that faith is a gift from God, we are thankful for all of the gifts and blessings that we receive, which all...

Welcome Message from the Director of Education

September 01, 2023
De ar families, On behalf of our Board of Trustees and the Senior Leadership team, I am excited to welcome back students and staff to another year of faith-filled learning. I am also pleased to announce that our enrollment has significantly increased for the 2023/2024 school year.  As a result, it...

Student athletes invited to train with Field Hockey Canada’s Women’s NextGen (U18) Program this Summer

July 19, 2023
K ingston, ON - Hailey Bauder and Gates McAllister, soon to be grade 12 students at Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School (HCCSS) in Kingston, were selected to train with Field Hockey Canada’s (FHC) NextGen (U18) Program this summer. After winning a silver medal at Field Hockey Canada’s National Championships in Surrey,...

ALCDSB Board of Trustees Approve 2023-2024 School Year Budget

June 27, 2023
Napanee, ON –The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) Trustees approved an operating revenue budget of $178,397,987, operating expenditure budget of $179,450,548 and a capital budget of $31,152,706 for the 2023-24 school year, at the Board meeting held on June 20, 2023.   The budget reflects the funding information released...

33 ALCDSB Schools Receive EcoSchool Status

June 26, 2023
​ The ALCDSB has 33 EcoSchools this year! This number includes 6 Platinum level, 12 Gold level, 3 Silver level, 2 Bronze level schools and 10 Participants (Green) as reported in the Eco Schools report released on June 16, 2023.   Of the 23 schools that received certification this year, 339 actions were...

Year End Message from the Minister of Education

June 26, 2023
Please see an end-of-year message from the Minister of Education, Stephen Lecce, in English and French, and two videos in English with French subtitles at the bottom of the page.
  Dear Parents,
As the school year comes to a close, I would like to express my sincere congratulations to...

Summer Wellness Workshops being offered for students entering grades 7-12

June 26, 2023
​ Summer wellness workshops are being offered by the ALCDSB Social Work Team to students entering grades 7-12 on July 18, 19 and 20 .  The objective of the wellness workshops is to offer psychoeducation and accompanying strategies and tools for a range of mental health and wellness concerns.  
Click ...

Virtual Parent Q&A with School Social Workers

June 26, 2023
​ Does your child/youth struggle with attendance? Worry about marks? Worry about friendships? Cope in unhealthy ways?   Join us on Thursday, August 24 for a virtual parent Q&A with School Social Workers and to hear about how anxiety shows up at school and strategies to support your child/youth.  
 
Participants will be provided...

Incoming ALCDSB Student Trustees Take Oath of Office

June 21, 2023
Napanee, ON – Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board‘s (ALCDSB) incoming Student Trustees for the 2023/24 school year took their Oath of Office at the June Board Meeting on Tuesday evening. 

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

Holy Cross Students Take Bronze in Special Olympics Ontario School Championship in Unified Floor Hockey

June 09, 2023
A big shout out to Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School (HCCSS) and the Gonzaga Bulldogs floor hockey teams, who fought hard to share the bronze medal in the unified division of Floor Hockey at the Special Olympics Ontario School Championship hosted in Kingston on June 6th and 7th.  
This School Championship...

ALCDSB Celebrates Opening of New Grade 7 & 8 Integrated Tech Classroom

June 09, 2023
BELLEVILLE, ON – The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board is pleased to celebrate the new Integrated Tech grade 7 & 8 classroom which opened its doors this spring at the ALCSDB Tech Site, located at the Sir James Whitney School for the Deaf campus in Belleville.   The opening of...

Totus Tuus Summer Camp Registration is Now Open!

June 02, 2023
The Archdiocese of Kingston is offering Totus Tuus weeklong summer camps for students in grades 1-6 and 7-12 in Kingston, Belleville, Perth and Kempville this summer.
See schedule below.
Grades 1-6
Monday-Friday
9am –2:30pm
With an option of extended day care.
 
July 10-14 – St. Michael the Archangel Church,...

June is Pride Month

June 01, 2023
Throughout the course of this year, we have committed to living out our Board pastoral theme “ Formed in the Faith " in our daily words and actions. During the month of June, we in Catholic Education, recognize both The Sacred Heart of Jesus and Pride Month concurrently. ​​
As...

Sacred Heart of Jesus

June 01, 2023

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

St. Paul Catholic Secondary School Colour Run Event Raises $9,400 for Trenton Memorial Hospital

May 31, 2023
​TRENTON, ON. - Grade 12 students from the Recreation and Leadership class at St. Paul Catholic Secondary School in Trenton raised $9,400 during their Colour Run fundraising event on May 4. Proceeds were donated to the Trenton Memorial Hospital Foundation (TMHF) Tuesday in a cheque presentation. The funds will go towards...

Student Artwork Highlights the Struggles Faced by Persons with Disabilities

May 29, 2023
From Sunday, May 28 to Saturday, June 3 the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) is recognizing National AccessAbility Week as an opportunity to reflect on ongoing efforts to become a better, more accessible, more inclusive Catholic Learning Community. 
Jarell Gadon, Grade 10 student at St. Paul Catholic...

Congratulations to the mathletes who competed in the Annual ALCDSB Grade 7&8 Math Tournament

May 26, 2023

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

Two St. Gregory Catholic School Students Present at PEC Council on Food Scarcity and Affordable Housing

May 25, 2023

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

"See Me in ALCDSB" Staff Census Closes June 9

May 25, 2023
​ Staff of the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board are being invited to participate in the voluntary, anonymous, and confidential "See Me in ALCDSB" Staff Census. The results of the census will be used to understand the current demographic makeup of the Board’s workforce, and to identify any barriers to equity...

Break-A-Stick, Plant-A-Tree

May 12, 2023
Twenty-four grade 12 students from the St. Theresa Catholic Secondary School Outdoor, Recreation and Leadership class assisted in the planting of 250 shrubs and trees at Riverside Park in Belleville Thursday afternoon as part of the first ever ‘Break-A-Stick, Plant-A-Tree’ initiative.  Click here to read the Belleville Senators media...

May the 4th Be with You!

May 11, 2023
​ Students from St. Thomas More Catholic School shone like the bright stars they are, at the annual Sistema Kingston's year-end concert celebration. The event was held at the Jennifer Velva Bernstein Performance Hall in the Isabel Bader Center for the Performing Arts on Thursday, May 4.   
The Star...

Register for the 24th Annual ALCE Foundation Golf Tournament!

May 10, 2023
  Are you ready for some golfing fun that also supports a great cause? The 24th Annual ALCE Foundation Golf Tournament is coming up, and we can't wait to tee off with you!

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

St. Paul Catholic Secondary School student selected for Schulich Leader Scholarship

May 09, 2023
Trenton, ON - The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) congratulates Keegan Amos, Grade 12 student at St. Paul Catholic Secondary School (SPCSS) in Trenton for being one of 100 Schulich Leader Scholarship recipients, and the only recipient to be awarded the scholarship pursuing a Bachelor of Computer Science degree...

Catholic Education Week 2023 Awards Ceremony

May 05, 2023
Napanee, ON – The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board held their annual Catholic Education Week Awards Ceremony this afternoon. The event was held in-person at the Board office in Napanee where award recipients and special guests gathered for a luncheon following.  Each year during Catholic Education Week (first full week...

Mother Teresa Catholic School Renamed to St. Teresa of Calcutta

May 03, 2023
​ K ingston, ON – The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) is excited to formally announce the renaming of Mother Teresa Catholic School to St. Teresa of Calcutta Catholic School.  St. Teresa was canonized by Pope Francis on September 4, 2016. In June 2022, Trustees of the ALCDSB approved the renaming...

Celebrating Catholic Education in the ALCDSB April 30-May 5

April 29, 2023
C atholic Education Week will be celebrated across the province during the week of April 30 - May 5, 2023. This year’s theme of Catholic Education Week is We are Many, We are One .  The spiritual quote for Catholic Education Week 2023 is  “We, who are many, are one body...

Mental Health Week 2023

April 29, 2023
​ From May 1-7, the ALCDSB is recognizing The Canadian Mental Health Association’s Mental Health Week. See below for details on how the ALCDSB is recognizing and participating in Mental Health Week 2023. #MYSTORY
Mental Health Week is a social change campaign to educate the public and shift beliefs and perceptions...

Three ALCDSB Student Trustees Appointed for 2023/24 School Year in Student Senate Election

April 26, 2023

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

Update on Kingston West School Opening

April 26, 2023
​Wednesday, April 26, 2023  Dear families,  As a follow up to the communications sent home on March 8, 2023, with respect to the notification of the new Kingston West Boundary, this letter provides an update on the opening date for our new Catholic Junior Kindergarten to Grade 8 school. The Board...

Kristen Hannafin recipient of the Stewardship of Creation Award 2023

April 25, 2023
​ Congratulations to Kristen Hannafin on being the recipient of the Stewardship of Creation Award 2023! The St. Theresa Catholic Secondary School teacher was nominated for being a long standing, behind the scenes, environment leader within her school community. “Kristen foregrounds the stewardship of creation in her classroom and beyond. She...

Director DeSantis Receives Honorary Lifetime Membership Award at 84th Annual OAPCE Gala

April 24, 2023
KINGSTON, ON - The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) is excited to congratulate David DeSantis, Director of Education, for being the recipient of the Ontario Association of Parents in Catholic Education (OAPCE) Honorary Lifetime Membership Award.  The OAPCE Honorary Lifetime Membership Award is given to an individual who...

Human Rights Education Bus takes OLMC Students on Journey through History

April 18, 2023
​ Amherstview, ON - The Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Center (FSWC) brought their mobile human rights education bus Tour for Humanity to Our Lady of Mount Carmel (OLMC) Catholic School in Amherstview on Monday, where students in grades 5-8 learned about human rights-related topics from a Canadian perspective.

The focus...

QRTC launches #ActiveSchoolTravel Campaign

April 17, 2023
Distributed on behalf of the Quinte Region Traffic Coalition
The Quinte Region Traffic Coalition (QRTC) wants to encourage drivers and school communities to work together to ensure that children are safe to actively travel to and from school. Safe driving behaviours, such as obeying the posted 40 km/h speed limits and...

Former Humboldt Broncos Player Visits Holy Cross

March 30, 2023
Former Humboldt Broncos player Kaleb Dahlgren shared stories from his personal journey with secondary school students from Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) and Limestone District School Board (LDSB) at Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School on Wednesday. Kaleb’s visit and was organized as part of the “Making a Difference"...

Holy Cross Students Bring Home Big Win in the Limestone Skills Competition

March 29, 2023
​Six Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School students brought home gold and bronze following the Limestone Skills Competition earlier this month. Their participation and dedication led to two first-place wins and one third-place win.

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

The ALCDSB Celebrates 25 Years!

March 01, 2023
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Celebrate with us as we mark 25 years of making a difference in our Catholic community! The ALCDSB has been dedicated to improving the lives of those in need for a quarter of a century, and we couldn't have done it without the support of our Catholic community, staff...

2023 – 2024 School-year Calendar Survey is Now Open!

February 10, 2023
The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) is seeking feedback from employees, parents/guardians, students, community members and community partners about the dates for the school year calendar. This feedback supports the version of the calendar that is submitted to the Ministry of Education, which provides final approval of the school...

Homestay Program Information Session

February 10, 2023
Interested in becoming a Homestay family to an international student this September? Plan to attend an information session led by the ALCDSB International Education team to find out how hosting students from around the world can be an enriching experience for all. No registration required. 
 
EAST REGION 
Wednesday, March...

The Holy Cross CSS Green Beans Improv Team Win First Place at Competition

February 07, 2023
​ This past weekend may have been frigid , but the Holy Cross Catholic School turned up the heat during an improv competition in Kingston. The Green Beans Improv Team were announced as the first-place winners at the Canadian Improv Games (CIG) that took place from Thursday, February 2 until Saturday,...

Black History Month at the ALCDSB

January 31, 2023

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

34th Annual Memorial Basketball Tournament

January 17, 2023
The ALCDSB's 34 th annual memorial basketball tournament kicks off this Thursday, January 19, at 5:30 p.m. at Regiopolis-Notre Dame. The event features a doubleheader of Junior and Senior boy's basketball between the Regi Panthers and the Holy Cross Crusaders.  “The Memorial " established in 1989 by Paul Halligan, who at that...

Catholic Education Week Awards Nominations Now Open

January 11, 2023
​ Call for Nominations!  Each year during Catholic Education Week, the ALCDSB recognizes the exemplary accomplishments of students, staff and community members who consistently demonstrate outstanding service.  
We are currently seeking nominations for the 2023 Catholic Education Week awards. Please see each award for a full description. These nominations are completed...

New School Boundary Review Consultations

January 11, 2023
Dear Parents / Guardians,   I am writing to you on behalf of the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board to inform you of the initiation of the Kingston West Boundary Review consultation process. As many of you are aware, the ALCDSB is currently constructing a brand-new school in the Woodhaven...

ALCDSB Student Artwork Featured in Journey Magazine

December 19, 2022
ALCDSB student artwork is highlighted in the current edition of Journey, a magazine published by the Archdiocese of Kingston.  Click here to view online. Also included in this edition is a full list of local Christmas mass service information. 
Front Cover:
Chloe Bodzasy, Grade 8 student at St. Patrick Catholic School,  E rinsville Come Adore...

NOW LIVE! 2022 Christmas Silent Auction

December 06, 2022

Let the bidding begin! The ALCDSB Virtual Christmas Silent Auction is  NOW LIVE  and open  until Saturday, December 10 at 8:15 p.m.!
Step 1. Create a bidder account on MaxSold.   Step 2. View auction items here.   Step 3. Start bidding on your favourite items!   ...

Director's Annual Report 2022

November 23, 2022
​ The ALCDSB is pleased to present the 2022 Director's Annual Report​.  Click  here to learn about the admirable achievements and progress taking place in our Catholic learning communities, where each member is loved, inspired, and successful.

The ALCDSB Acclaims Executive Team and Welcomes New Trustees at their Inaugural Meeting

November 23, 2022
NAPANEE, ON - A new Chair, Vice-Chair and Chair of the Finance and Operations Committee have been acclaimed at the ALCDSB's Inaugural Meeting of the Board held on November 22, 2022. The Board of Trustees has acclaimed Terry Shea, as Chair of the Board, Brian Evoy as Vice-Chair of the Board...

In-Person Classes to Resume

November 07, 2022
A ll ALCDSB schools will re - open to students and classes will resume in-person tomorrow, T uesday, November 8, 20 22 . S tudents currently enrolled in the remote learning school will continue classes as nor ma l.   Any further questions, please contact your school directly.   Thank you...

CUPE Job Action Update

November 06, 2022
​ Dear families, I am writing to you today to provide an update with regards to the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) job action. This union represents the following employees at the ALCDSB; Educational Assistants, Early Childhood Educators, Secretaries, Youth Workers, Custodial Maintenance, and Central Clerical and Technical Staff. CUPE continues its...

Important Message Regarding School Ventilation

October 11, 2022
​ We have had a very successful start to the school year, including the return of student extracurricular activities, field trips and all of the benefits students get from the return of in-person learning experiences.  The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board is committed to the health and safety of...

New School for Site for St. Gregory Catholic School in Picton

October 04, 2022
​ Picton, ON - The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) have received approval from the province of Ontario for the acquisition of land in Picton's west end for a new school site. The $4.6 million dollars in Land Priorities funding will allow the Board to purchase the property...

The ALCDSB Releases Year Three of their Multi-Year Strategic Plan

October 03, 2022
​ Napanee , ON – The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board have released an update on year three of their five-year strategic plan.   The Multi-Year S trategic Plan (MYSP) was developed in 2020 by a diverse stakeholder group which included ALCDSB staff, parents, school board trustees, and representatives...

Chapel Naming Service at Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School

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

Call for Volunteers!

September 02, 2022
ALCDSB Election s Compliance Audit Committee   The Algonquin & Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) is seeking interested applicants for appointment to its Election Compliance Audit Committee for the 2022 municipal election.  Deadline to apply is September 2 3 , 2022. ​ Compliance Audit Committees are required under the Municipal...

Welcome Back Message from the ALCDSB Director of Education

August 31, 2022
This year, the first day of school for students is  Tuesday, September 6, 2022 . Kindergarten students may have a staggered start to the first week of school and begin classes on a different date. Schools will contact families directly to confirm start dates.
On behalf of our Board of Trustees and the...

How to Support a Mentally Healthy Back to School for Your Child Resource

August 22, 2022
​ The past two school years have been anything but usual. We know that while many students and families are eager to return to a “more normal” school experience, some will be worried about starting back, and what this new school year will look like for them. Remember as parents/caregivers you know...

Summer Art Therapy-based Program (Grades 4 – 9)

August 08, 2022
Another set of in-person Art Therapy-based programs are being offered this summer by school mental health clinicians. Students entering G rades 4-6 and 7-9 are eligible to attend a weeklong program of psychoeducation workshops addressing mental health topics this August .  
Students will learn strategies through art-based activities ....

Register your team for the 23rd Annual ALCE Foundation Golf Tournament

July 21, 2022
​ Every year, the ALCDSB organizes an Algonquin & Lakeshore Catholic Education Foundation Golf Tournament. This year marks the 23 rd  annual event, which will be held on Thursday, August 18, 2022 at  Loyalist Golf and Country Club.
We're excited to announce that registration and sponsorship opportunities are now ...

ALCDSB Teacher Recipient of Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee Pin Award

July 21, 2022
Kingston, ON - Congratulations to Concetta Buragina, Special Education Resource Teacher at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Elementary School in Kingston for being the recipient of a Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee Pin Award, for her outstanding contributions to her community.  
The Queen's Platinum Jubilee marks the 70th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's...

Holy Cross Student Wins Bronze Medal at Pan-Am Games Wrestling Championships

July 06, 2022
​ Luke Coffin, Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School student and wrestling heavy-weight champion of the Cadet Division (U17), proudly represented Canada last month at the Pan-American (Pan-Am) Wrestling Championship in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Coffin, who place third at the international games, is the first athlete to represent the Kingston Wrestling Club...

2021-2022 EcoSchools Certifications Announced

June 30, 2022
​Each year ALCDSB schools apply for EcoSchools certification by undertaking environmental actions, campaigns, and projects, and then recording them in the online EcoSchools Certification Application (ECA) to earn points.
Participation in the program allows our students, teachers, school administrators, caretakers, and parents to authentically integrate learning experiences within the natural...

The Right to Read in the ALCDSB

June 29, 2022
Napanee, ON - The work of the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board has been acknowledged in the 2021-22 Ontario Human Rights Commission's (OHRC) Annual Report, in its Education section.
As Year 2 of a 5-year Multi-Year Strategic Plan implementation ends, the board's Science of Reading professional development plan is...

Register now for Summer Mindfulness Learning Sessions

June 28, 2022

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

Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Elementary School Awarded $500 Grant from Nutrients for Life for School Garden Program

June 24, 2022

L-R: ​Donna Jongenotter (Educational Assistant), Kristy Sinclair (Early Childhood Educator), Brooklyn (student), Jill Gardiner (Principal), Mason (student), Amanda Kain (teacher)​
​ Bel leville, ON  -  Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School in Belleville has been selected as a recipient for a 2022 Nutrients for Life School Garden grant. This...

Board Approves 2022-2023 School Year Budget

June 24, 2022
​ Napanee, ON –The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) Trustees approved an operating budget of $177,293,497 and a capital budget of $34,402,323 for 2022-23 school year at the Board meeting held on June 21, 2022. ​ The budget reflects the funding information released by the Ministry of Education...

ESL and LINC students receive awards at presentation of certificates ceremony

June 23, 2022
Students​ in the ESL and  Language Instruction for Newcomers (LINC)   ​programs at  Loyola School of Adult and Continuing Education  accept awards today during the  2022 presentation of certificates at Zwick's Park. ​ ​   The Susan An award  is donated in honour of Susan An who was passionate about ESL instruction. It is given...

The ALCDSB and Loyalist College sign MOU to strengthen their International Education Program

June 22, 2022
Napanee, ON – The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) welcomed Loyalist College President and CEO, Dr. Ann Marie Vaughan, to the Board office Tuesday evening to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).
​​(L-R)  Sean Monteith, L oyalist College Senior  Vice President of  Academic   and David DeSantis,  Direc tor...

Grade 7 & 8 Mathletes Recognized at Annual ALCDSB Tournament

June 22, 2022
​On June 6, 2022, the annual ALCDSB Math Tournament for students in grades 7 and 8 took place at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School in Kingston.  Sixty-six mathletes from across the ALCDSB gathered, some competitors travelled from as far as Sacred Heart Catholic School in Batawa. The participants worked tirelessly on challenging...

Incoming Student Trustees Take Oath of Office

June 21, 2022
Incoming student trustees for the 2022/2023 school year took their "Oath of Office" at the June Board Meeting on Tuesday evening. ​







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

The Results are in from the ALCDSB 5 & 6 Math League Tournament!

June 14, 2022
On June 2, 72 mathletes from 12 teams across the ALCDSB competed in the Grade 5 & 6 Math League Tournament at St. Marguerite Bourgeoys Catholic School in Kingston. 
The tournament was established in 2019 to honour St. Marguerite Bourgeoys' 400 th  anniversary, for whom the cup is named after. Congratulations...

Autism and Mental Health Workshops for Parents, Caregivers and Youth Being Offered this June

May 31, 2022
​ The Maltby Centre (KFLA's Mental health and Autism service agency) is offering virtual workshops for parents/caregivers and youth this June. See complete list below.  To register please visit maltbycentre.ca.

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

Regiopolis-Notre Dame Catholic High School is Back On-stage with Disney’s High School Musical

May 31, 2022
Kingston, ON – Regiopolis-Notre Dame (RND) Catholic High School is back on-stage after over a two-year-long COVID hiatus. The local Catholic high school are presenting Disney's High School Musical on June 2, 3 and 4.
For those familiar with the Original Disney Channel movie, the musical is a high-energy, large-scale...

​Help Your Child Catch up on School Age Immunizations

May 30, 2022
Throughout the pandemic, Hastings Prince Edward Public Health (HPEPH) was unable to provide school-based immunization clinics or community clinics for childhood vaccines, and access to some health care providers was limited. Unfortunately, this resulted in many children and youth falling behind in their routine vaccinations.
In accordance with the Immunization...

Janet Kenny Recipient of Environmental Stewardship of Creation Award

May 25, 2022
​ Napanee, ON - The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) 2022 Environmental Stewardship of Creation Award was presented to Janet Kenny, Educational Assistant (EA) for St. Paul Catholic Elementary School in Kingston, Tuesday night at the ALCDSB Meeting of the Board. Kenny has been in the role of...

Complete the See Me in ALCDSB Survey

May 11, 2022
Attention ALCDSB families, The See Me in ALCDSB survey link is available until May 20 . Your participation, while voluntary, is very important because it will help support future decision-making about programs and supports available in our school and across the school board.      Click  here  to complete...

COVID-19 Update: School and child care screening

May 10, 2022
​ The Ontario Ministry of Health and the Ontario Ministry of Education have updated their COVID-19 screening tools for  COVID-19 school and child care screening . Revisions have been made to align with federal guidance for fully vaccinated travelers who are exempt from quarantine.
Staff, students, children, and visitors...

First-Ever See Me in ALCDSB Student Census Takes Place May 9 to 20

May 09, 2022
Survey data will support improvement planning, accountability  
Napanee, ON – Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) students and families are invited to participate in the first-ever See Me in ALCDSB survey, a confidential and voluntary student census happening from May 9 to 20. The student census will collect...

Winter Break: Friday, December 23, 2022 - Friday, January 6, 2023

May 06, 2022
​​​ The Ministry of Education has approved  the ALCDSB School Year Calendar for 2022/2023. This calendar includes the additional criteria identified by the ministry and supports the strategic priority “Ensure fiscally responsible, transparent and accountable decision making practices and resource allocation of all scho​ol, Board and provincial resources to achieve goals that equitably meet...

ALCDSB Catholic Education Week Award Recipients

May 06, 2022
Napanee, ON – Each year during Catholic Education Week, the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) recognizes the exemplary accomplishments of students, staff and community members who consistently demonstrate outstanding service.
Links to Resources:
CEW-MHW 2022 Poster.pdf
Catholic Education Week Awards Video Presentation
Celebrating Catholic Education in the ALCDSB: Video...

Catholic Education Week Video

May 03, 2022
​​​ The ALCDSB Catholic Education Week video has premiered! Watch to see how the ALCDSB is celebrating the significant contribution that Catholic Education has made to the community, the province and to Canada.
This Catholic Education video highlights ALCDSB school initiatives and includes narrative on this year's Catholic Education Week's theme Rebuild,...

The ALCDSB Celebrates Catholic Education and Mental Health Week

May 02, 2022
During the week of May 2 to May 6, 2022, The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) are celebrating the significant contributions that Catholic Education has made to the community, the province and to Canada. During Catholic Education Week ALCDSB schools will also recognize Mental Health Week as an...

Calendar of Events for May 2 - 6

April 29, 2022
​Catholic Education and Mental Health Week will be celebrated across the ALCDSB during the week of May 2 – 6, 2022. 
The theme of Catholic Education Week is Rebuild, Restore, Renew Together. This year, Mental Health Week focuses on how empathy is important for our mental health.      
During Catholic Education Week ALCDSB schools will celebrate...

Student Trustees Appointed for 2022/2023 School Year in ALCDSB Student Senate Election

April 27, 2022
​​​ Napanee, Ontario   -  Secondary School Student Trustee representatives in the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board have been elected by their Student Senate for the upcoming 2022/2023 school year.   ​
The ALCDSB student​ Senate met at the board office Tuesday morning where ​​the group of secondary...

See Me in ALCDSB Survey - Info Session April 25

April 12, 2022

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

Holy Week

April 12, 2022
Holy Week
The action of this week moves from the triumph of the palm procession through the agony and death of the Lord to his glorious resurrection from the dead. During Holy Week, the people of God take time to reflect and pray about what Jesus has done for us...

Learn more about the survey.

April 07, 2022
5 Things to Know About the See Me in ALCDSB Survey  
The first-ever See Me in ALCDSB Survey, a confidential student census, takes place May 9 to 20. We hope all students and families will participate. Here are five things to know about the survey:    
The...

Speak Up for Ability Online Forum

April 07, 2022


SPEAK UP FOR ABILITY - PARENTS FORUM Join the Learning Disabilities Association of Kingston for their annual forum ONLINE
Saturday April 23, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. ET
Topic: Building Children's Literacy Skills Keynote presentation by the OHRC on the Right to Read Inquiry. Sessions for...

See Me in ALCDSB Census

April 04, 2022
The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) students and parents are invited to complete the first-ever See Me in ALCDSB Survey, a confidential and voluntary student census , from May 9 to 20. The See Me in ALCDSB survey asks about:   Student i dentity, including race, gender, sexual...

Changes to OSSD Graduation Requirements

March 28, 2022

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

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

Catholic Education Week Awards: Call for Nominations

March 21, 2022
​ ​​​Call for Nominations  ​ Each year during Catholic Education Week, ALCDSB recognizes the exemplary accomplishments of students, staff and community members who consistently demonstrate outstanding service.  We are currently seeking nominations for the 2022 Catholic Education Week awards. Please see each award for a full description. These nominations are completed through Forms.  The...

Russia - Ukraine Conflict: Supports for families

March 01, 2022
​ As we hear and witness more about the shocking developments in Eastern Europe, our thoughts and prayers are with the people of Ukraine and the Ukrainian families within our ALCDSB communities. 
To support the greater community during this time, LifeWorks has activated their Community  Crisis Support Line in response to...

Welcome to ALCDSB!

February 22, 2022
​ ALCDSB is committed to providing a welcoming and caring environment for  ALL students, regardless of their religious background or affiliation . We encourage you to get in touch with your local Catholic School if you have any questions about our schools, our programs, or our school board. 
Wondering what it's...

Virtual Speaker Series: Dr. Jean Clinton | The Power of Play - Building Relationships and Resilience Through Play​

February 07, 2022
​ALCDSB families, staff and students are invited to join us for the S​pring 2022 Evening Virtual Speaker Series: Helping Our Kids Thrive. ​ Next Session: May 11 | 6:00-7:00 p.m. | Dr. Jean Clinton | The Power of Play - Building Relationships and Resilience Through Play​ Microsoft Teams Link​​ If you missed...

Synod - Online Survey Open Now!

February 07, 2022
​ In October 2021, the entire Church entered into a synod opened by Pope Francis: For a Synodal Church: Communion, Participation, & Mission . 
All people are invited to provide feedback to the local Church.    We are asking all ALCDSB to share your voice and be part of this...

Welcome to Kindergarten in ALCDSB!

February 03, 2022
ALCDSB is committed to providing a welcoming and caring environment for  ALL students, regardless of their religious background or affiliation . We encourage you to get in touch with your local Catholic School if you have any questions about our schools, our programs, or our school board.  Kindergarten Registration ​​ ALCDSB offers...

Letter from KFLA Medical Officer of Health

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

Letter from Director DeSantis - Returning to School Jan 17th

January 14, 2022
​Please read the attached letter from Director of Education, David DeSantis, regarding the return to in-person learning on January 17, 2022.  Branded Parent Communication Returning to School January 17 2022 (1).pdf

Virtual ABA Skills Development Program

January 13, 2022
A LCDSB is excited to be able to offer after-school virtual group opportunities between January - June 2022 through the ABA Skills Development Program available for students in Grades K-12 diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The form below will serve as the application to the program and we ask that parents/guardians...

2022-2023 School Year Calendar Survey

January 13, 2022
​The 2022-2023 School Year Calendar is currently being drafted for submission by the ALCDSB.
The ALCDSB is currently working to develop the calendar for the 2022-23 school year. In collaboration with our coterminous boards (LDSB and HPEDSB), we have created 3 options. We w​ould like to gather the opinions of many different...

School Screening Tool and Exposure Guidelines

January 07, 2022
​To assist our Catholic school Families, please use the links below to access the most up-to-date school screening tool from the Ministry, along with the COVID19 Exposure Guidelines​.  May God Bless you and keep you safe. School Screening Tool
Exposure Guidelines

Schools Move to Remote Learning Starting January 5, 2022

January 03, 2022
January 3, 2021
Dear Families,
As you may be aware, the Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, has made the decision to move all in-person learning to remote learning for 2 weeks , starting on Wednesday, January 5, 2022. This move has been made...

ALCDSB Multi-Year Strategic Plan - Year 2

October 27, 2021



We're excited to launch year 2 of our Multi-Year Strategic Plan. Use the link below to check out the video update from Director DeSantis and learn about all the  amazing progress and achievements being made in the ALCDSB during the second year of our MYSP! #ALCDSBMYSP
ALCDSB Multi-Year Strategic Plan...

Return to Inter-School Competition for Grades 7-12

October 01, 2021
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Dear Families,
 The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board is pleased to announce inter-school athletics for student-athletes in grades 7-12 will resume this week with a mandatory vaccination plan for students, coaches, volunteers, and officials. This decision was made after consultations with our coterminous boards, and...

Letter to Families - Sept. 3 2021

September 03, 2021



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

ALCDSB Summer 2021 Mental Health Supports

June 17, 2021



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

ALCDSB 2021-22 School Year Calendars

June 15, 2021
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​ALCDSB School Year Calendars have been reviewed by the Ministry. Please use the link below to view the full ALCDSB School Year Calendar.


School Year Calendar 2021-2022.pdf

​We look forward to seeing you in September!​

...

Joint Statement from HPE and KFL&A Public Health Units

June 09, 2021




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

Catholic Education Week Award Recipients

May 05, 2021
​ Each year during Catholic Education Week, ALCDSB recognizes the exemplary accomplishments of students, staff and community members who consistently demonstrate outstanding service.  Catholic Education Week Awards Poster:​​   2021 CEW Awards Poster.pdf ​ ​ Archbishop Francis J. Spence Catholic Teacher of the Year Award

​ Sarah Cassidy - ALCDSB Board...

Elementary Summer Programming (Grade SK - 8)

April 27, 2021
Funding for the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board Elementary Summer Learning Program (SLP) has been approved for Summer 2021. The Summer Learning Program aims to provide students opportunities to minimize learning loss and face social and economic challenges that affect their learning. Another focus of this year's SLP is...

ALCE Foundation Silent Auction goes LIVE at 5pm TODAY!

April 19, 2021
ALCE Foundation's Silent Auction to raise funds for families in financial crisis starts today !  Silent Auction LINK Bidding will begin at 5pm on Monday, April 19th .  Relax and browse the 147 items that are up for bid to help raise much needed funds for the students and families in our Catholic...

Remote Learning Plan 2021-2022

March 17, 2021
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Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board
2021-22 Remote Learning Plan    
Dear Families,   The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board will continue offering families the opportunity for their children to learn remotely through virtual modes in the 2021-2022 school year. Ideally, all students would...

Elementary Remote Learning Survey

March 04, 2021

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

ALCDSB 2021-2022 School Year Calendar Survey

February 02, 2021


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

Remote Learning Survey for Elementary

November 30, 2020
         ​ Dear parents/guardians of elementary students, I am writing to you to provide updates on our Catholic learning communities. This information applies to elementary students (Kindergarten-Grade 8) only. There are no changes at the secondary level (Grade 9-12). Please note that Remote Learning is available for families...

Inclement Weather Days

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

United Way Campaign

October 19, 2020
​The employees of the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board have, for many years, been strong supporters of our local United Way. Once again, we look to you to participate in our United Way campaign by making a donation that will support our students and families within our communities.
During...

ALCDSB Launches New Five Year Plan

October 07, 2020
The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board is excited to announce a new Multi-Year Strategic Plan. This five-year plan will guide ALCDSB to higher levels of excellence in all that we do in service of Catholic education.
ALCDSB's new Multi-Year Strategic plan will focus on four main priorities over...

Ask A Professional About Your Child's Anxiety

October 05, 2020
​Social workers and psychotherapists talk about how anxiety affects children and youth. Ask questions and learn how to help your child.
Virtual Town Hall 
October 14, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. 
Click Here to Register

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Remote Learning Survey for Elementary

September 28, 2020

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

School Improvement Plan for Student Achievement and Well-being

September 20, 2020
​Please see attached our SIPSAW for the 2020-2021 school year!  We are excited to work with our students to achieve these goals.

Follow TriBoard Transportation for Bus Delays & Cancellations

September 17, 2020
​ TriBoard Bus Transportation anticipates more delays and route cancellations than normal this year due to the pandemic. TriBoard is asking all families to ensure they have subscribed to their notification system and are aware of other ways to track bus delays and cancellations. 
Click here to subscribe by email...

COVID-19 and ALCDSB School Closures

August 12, 2020
​Click Read more for link to  full details. 

Click for full details
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Ontario Releases Plan for Safe Reopening of Schools in September

July 30, 2020
Ontario Releases Plan for Safe Reopening of Schools in September
Province Providing Critical Investments and Resources to Keep Students and Staff Safe Office of the Premier 
TORONTO — The Ontario government is announcing the safe reopening of schools for in-class instruction beginning this September. The government has unveiled a plan that prioritizes the...

Child Care Survey from Ministry of Education

July 09, 2020
Thank you for your continued partnership during this unprecedented time. We value your leadership and commitment in supporting children and families across the province.
As you know, the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014 (CCEYA) came into effect on August 31, 2015. The CCEYA requires the Minister of Education...

Remote Learning Survey

June 17, 2020

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

Elementary Summer Programming (Grades 1-8)

June 09, 2020

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

Catholic Education Week & Mental Health Week

April 28, 2020
​Please see the following attachment for daily resources for Catholic Education Week and Mental Health Week.  ​
CEW-MHW 2020 Placemat
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Accessing ALCDSB Learning Platforms

April 06, 2020
​ Please see attached document, which supports students and families in accessing FreshGrade and D2L from home. 
Accessing alcdsb learning platforms
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Holy Week

April 05, 2020

​As we enter into Holy Week, check out the following resources for families and educators on daily Gospel readings, infographics/video reflections,  music and actions:  Holy Week 2020

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Access to Technology Questionnaire

April 01, 2020
On March 31, 2020, the Minister of Education, Stephen Lecce, announced that schools would remain closed until at least May 4, 2020

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

Learning Resources for Students

March 24, 2020
PHASE TWO On March 31, 2020 the Premier of Ontario and Minister of Education announced the launch of the second phase of  Learn at Home . The second phase establishes clarity for parents/guardians, enhances education supports and creates opportunities for teachers and educators to connect with students. ​Letter from the Minister of...

Sr. Girls Basketball Champions!

March 12, 2020
Congratulations to our Sr. Girls Basketball Team who won last night's championship game against St. Marguerite Bourgeoys Catholic School. The game was close until the 2nd half when the Mustangs stingy defense and efficient scoring allowed them to pull away. Thank you to all players, and to Ms. Ball for coaching!
Congratulations girls!

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COVID-19 Updates from KFL&A Public Health and HPE Public Health

March 12, 2020
​Dear ALCDSB families, guardians and staff,   
The health and wellbeing of all Board students, staff, volunteers and community members is a priority for the Board. We work in collaboration with all of our public health units who have asked us to share information about COVID-19. 
The Algonquin and Lakeshore...

Jr. Boys Basketball Champions!

March 10, 2020
Congratulations to the Jr. Boys Basketball team who came out victorious yesterday at the school board tournament. All students demonstrated great sportsmanship and work ethic. Congratulations boys, and thank you to Mrs. Edwards for coaching!​

Public Health: COVID19

March 05, 2020
March 4, 2020
​The health and wellbeing of all Board students, staff, volunteers and community members is a priority for the Board. We work in collaboration with all of our public health units who have asked us to share information about COVID-19.
On January 30, 2020 the World Health Organization declared...

OECTA Labour Updates

February 18, 2020
February 28, 2020 The Ontario English Catholic Teachers Association (OECTA) have announced a one-day full withdrawal of services on Thursday, March 5, 2020.  As a result, all ALCDSB schools will be closed to students. This affects both elementary and secondary students. All information will continue to be posted on the board...

Learning at the Frink Centre

February 11, 2020
Thank you to Mike Bibby, Coordinator of Outdoor Education, for facilitating a day of fun-filled outdoor activities for Mrs. Cassidy's class. The students thoroughly enjoyed snowshoeing, circle, and learning about the great outdoors!​








Outdoor Education at the Frink Centre

January 30, 2020

Mrs. Gibson's Grade 6 class took a trip to the Frink Centre to learn in the outdoors! Thank you to Mike Bibby, Coordinator of the Outdoor Education Program, for planning a day of activities on Wolfe Island. ​








Indigenous Education Program

January 30, 2020

Thank you Ms Loft and Ms Smart for sharing your knowledge of traditional ways of life within the Mohawk community with the Grade 3 class today. 

Bell Let's Talk Day Assembly

January 29, 2020

Wednesday, January 29th was Bell Let's Talk Day. Today, we gathered as a school community to listen, learn and understand how we can support one another, and in particular, those with a mental illness. Thank you to our Healthy Living and Wellness Team for leading us today, and for sharing with us...

Grade 6 Students Present Robert Munsch Stories

January 28, 2020

Thank you to Mrs. A. Gibson's class who performed a series of Robert Munsch stories to our primary students. The Grade 6 students did a fantastic job sharing their dramatic skills and passion with our younger students.  Well done!

Labour Action Update - Jan. 21 Schools Closed to Students

January 08, 2020
January 14, 2020
On Monday, January 13, 2020 OECTA announced that they would be taking part in a one-day full withdrawal of services on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 if an agreement is not reached prior to this date. Due to this full withdrawal of services, all ALCDSB schools will be...

Bus Safety Presentations

January 07, 2020
All students took part in Bus Safety presentations today, led by Buster the Bus! The students learned about basic bus safety and appropriate riding behaviour. 
Thank you for the engaging presentations, and for reminding our students about how to stay safe when riding the bus. 

Congratulations Sr. Boys Volleyball Team!

December 12, 2019
​ Congratulations to our Sr. Boys Volleyball team who competed in the City Championship last night against L'Acadie at Bayridge Secondary School. The boys demonstrated outstanding work ethic and sportsmanship throughout the match, but came up short. 
Thank you to Mrs. Ball for volunteering your time and energy to coach such a...

How The Grinch Stole Christmas Again!

December 12, 2019
Mr. Douglas' Grade 5/6 class presented their annual Christmas play to students titled "How The Grinch Stole Christmas Again". The students demonstrated excellent dramatic skills and brought joy and laughter to our school community. 
Thank you Grade 5/6 students and Mr. Douglas!

Students Supporting Tree of Hope

December 10, 2019

On Monday, December 9, three students from Mother Teresa C.S. went to St. Paul the Apostle Parish to help put all of the Tree of Hope Christmas bags onto a Kingston Transit bus to be brought to Family and Children Services. 
Thank you, once again, to all of our families...

Tree of Hope Advent Project

December 07, 2019
​ Our Primary Division chose an Advent Project that focused on giving back to our local community. We worked in partnership with St. Paul the Apostle Parish and Family & Childrens Services’ Tree of Hope initiative to purchase gifts for a young family in our community. Thank you to all who contributed to this...

Week 1 Advent Prayer Service

December 06, 2019
Beginning the Church's liturgical year, Advent is the season encompassing the four Sundays (and weekdays) leading up to the celebration of Christmas. The Advent season is a time of preparation that directs our hearts and minds to the Lord’s birth on Christmas.
Today, our students gathered in the gymnasium to celebrate...

ABA Skill Building Groups

November 11, 2019
​ What is the ABA Skill Development Program?
This program is offering free skills development programming to children/youth diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder using the principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA). The program will focus on teaching a variety of skills including social, emotional regulation,  daily living, and communication based on...

Strive for 5 - Attendance Campaign

October 31, 2019
    [Strive for Five poster created by Abby Daicar, Grade 12 Communications Technology Student at Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School]


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

School Bus Safety Week - October 21 - 25, 2019

October 17, 2019
​Please read the attached memo.  School Bus Driver Appreciation Day is Wednesday, October 23rd.  Say thanks to your bus driver for keeping you safe!
Memo -School Bus Safety Week 2019.pdf
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CUPE Job Action Update

September 25, 2019
Sunday, October 6
On Sunday, October 6 the Minister of Education announced that a tentative agreement has been made with CUPE. ALL ALCDSB schools will be open on Monday, October 7. Thank you for your patience and understanding during this time.
We look forward to welcoming all students and...

Share your thoughts on the future of Catholic Education

September 16, 2019
We want to hear from YOU as we work to create a new MYSP for the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board!  Send us your thoughts: https://my.thoughtexchange.com/#821842860 Every school board in Ontario is governed by a board of trustees that has a legislated requirement to ensure the creation...

St. Paul the Apostle Parish Dinner and Launch Night

September 13, 2019
St. Paul the Apostle Parish will be hosting a Spaghetti Dinner Fam Jam on Saturday, September 21 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. There is no cost to this event, but free-will donations ​will be accepted to help offset the meal and to help support local charities in our community will be accepted.
The...

Parking Lot Revitalization Project

September 09, 2019
​ As you are aware, our parking lot has been under construction since mid-August. As a result, our entry and dismissal procedures have changed for students who walk, take the bus and/or are driven to school each day. F amilies are asked not to drive students to school to ease traffic congestion...

Early Years & Child Care Services Survey - City of Kingston

May 23, 2019
​ Help shape the future of early years and child care services in Kingston and Frontenac County!
 
The City of Kingston provides direction and oversees Child Care and EarlyON programming in Kingston and Frontenac. As the child care and early years’ service system manager, the City plays an important role in...

2019/2020 School Year Calendar

May 22, 2019
​ The 2019/2020 School Year Calendar has now been approved. To view the full calendar:  2019-2020 ALCDSB School Year Calendar .pdf
 Please note the following dates: First Day of School - Tuesday, September 3, 2019 Christmas Break - Monday, December 23, 2019 - Friday, January 3, 2020 March Break -...

Raising Resilient Children

April 02, 2019
​ Remember - Dr. Alex Russell will be presenting to parents on April 3rd, 2019 at 6:30 at Holy Cross!  Admission is free!  Sponsored by the HC Family School Councils.

Call for Catholic Education Week Award Nominations!

February 19, 2019
Catholic Education Week May 6-11, 2019 During the week of May 6-11, 2019 the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board will celebrate the significant contribution that Catholic Education has made to the community, the province and to Canada. Our Catholic Graduate Expectations challenge students to articulate in society those fundamental values...

Welcome to Kindergarten!

February 01, 2019
Experience Kindergarten with ALCDSB
​​The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board looks forward to welcoming your child to our kindergarten classrooms!
Online Pre-Registration  ALCDSB offers pre-registration online for all incoming kindergarten students.  Pre-Registration Online Form
This application will take approximately 15 minutes. After you complete this...

Head Lice Checking

December 14, 2018
​Please see attached letter.

UPDATE: School Threats, Dec. 5 & 6

December 05, 2018
December 10- Update from Kingston Police Investigation Continuing into Threats against Local Schools   The threats made to several local schools on December 5 and 6, 2018 has been investigated by the Kingston Police. They have been found to be unsubstantiated and no actual danger existed at any of the schools...

After School ABA Program - Autism Skills Groups

November 05, 2018
​ The After School ABA Program is offering FREE Autism Skills Groups to children/youth diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The groups will focus on teaching a variety of skills including social, behaviour/emotional regulation, daily living and communication.  For Belleville and area, including Napanee :
For more information:  ASAP Flyer - Updated October...

Treaties Recognition Week Nov. 4-10

November 05, 2018
In 2016, the Ontario government passed the Treaties Recognition Week Act to honour the importance of treaties and to help all Ontarians learn more about treaty rights and treaty relationships. This legislation designates the first week of November as Treaties Recognition Week and is intended to bring awareness to the treaty...

Dough Raise with Cobs

November 05, 2018
​COBS Kingston Riocan Centre is delighted to offer your group the opportunity to raise some dough!

Parent/Teacher Interview Request Form

October 29, 2018
​Please see attached form to request interview with your child(ren) Teacher

"Fish Fry" on Friday, Nov. 9th in the cafeteria at Holy Cross

October 29, 2018
Mike Mundell "All You Can Eat" Fish Fry & Vendors/Craft Sale   Friday, NOVEMBER 9, 2018 @ HOLY CROSS 3:30 – 6:30 p.M.   The staff and students from the 2019 Jamaica Mission Team invite you to join them for a " Fish Fry" on Friday, Nov. 9 th in the...

MOTHER TERESA CATHOLIC SCHOOL "SPIRIT WEAR"

October 23, 2018
​SPIRIT WEAR IS AVAILABLE PREFERABLE ONLINE TO ALL FAMILIES WANTING TO PURCHASE CLOTHING ITEMS. PARENT/TEACHER INTERVIEW NIGHT WILL ALSO HAVE A TABLE WITH SAMPLES.

Student Insurance

October 21, 2018
Attention Parents/Guardians: If you are interested in purchasing student insurance, please click on the link below. http://www.insuremykids.com/en/Default.aspx

Social Action Team Newsletter

October 19, 2018
Our Social Action Team is asking for your help  in making your world a little bit better. Please take a few minutes to read this newsletter. Social Action Newsletter Oct 2018.pdf

ALCDSB Shares Experiences with FreshGrade [video]

October 02, 2018
FreshGrade is a digital portfolio and assessment platform that makes learning visible for educators, parents/guardians and students.  Check out what ALCDSB educators and students have to say about their experience with FreshGrade!



 

Josh Blakeley Concert - Free Admission

September 27, 2018
Please see the attached flyer - Tuesday, October 2nd! JBB CONCERT POSTER.pdf

Spook a thon October 31/2018

September 27, 2018
​Sponsor sheets for Spook a thon will be going out the first week in October.

ALCDSB Celebrates 20 years (Video)

September 26, 2018
 

Speaker at Holy Cross - Dr. Deji Ayonrinde

September 26, 2018
​Thursday October 4th, 2018 at 7 pm Lecture Theatre Cannabis and the Adolescent Brain

Open House BBQ

September 13, 2018
​Come join us on Wednesday, September 26th from 5:30 pm to 7 pm. We look forward in seeing you there.