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...
October 01, 2021
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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
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...
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...
March 17, 2021
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...
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...
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...
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...
November 23, 2020
KFL &A Public Health has advised ALCDSB that Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School can move back to in-person learning on Monday, November 23, 2020. Information has been shared with all families. Thank you to our community for your patience, understanding and resiliency as we work together to ensure the...
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....
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...
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...
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
...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
April 28, 2020
Please see the following attachment for daily resources for Catholic Education Week and Mental Health Week.
CEW-MHW 2020 Placemat
...
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
...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
May 24, 2019
Our Parent-Led Catholic School Council is hosting our Spring Fling event on Friday, May 31st. The theme this year is 'Country and Western' so students are invited to wear their spiffiest cowboy and cowgirl duds and be ready for a hoedown!
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...
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 -...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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!
