From the Timberwolves Den (January 5, 2026)

📝 Principal's Message

As we begin a new year and welcome everyone back to Truedell, we hope that our students, families, and staff enjoyed a safe, restful, and joyful winter break.

January is a time for fresh starts, renewed routines, and continued learning. We look forward to the many opportunities ahead as we build on the strong sense of community and collaboration that makes Truedell such a special place.

Thank you to our families for your ongoing support and partnership. We are excited for the months ahead and all that we will accomplish together in 2026.

Wishing everyone a happy and healthy New Year.

Yours in Education,
David Allison
Principal

Grade 8 Information Nights

Literacy in Limestone - Oral Language

January Updates from BGC South East and EarlyON

Something for Dads

Frontenac, Lennox, and Addington Science Fair

Updates from Southeast Public Health

Stay Up to Date on Bus Delays and Cancellations

Sign up for Bus Status Alerts through Tri-Board’s Student Portal

• Families should sign up for bus status alerts by creating an account in Tri-Board’s Student Portal. Families can add their student to their account, so they are signed up to receive alerts for their specific bus and zone cancellations.
• When all transportation is cancelled across the district, the notification is sent as a general notice from Tri-Board to everyone with an account. Tri-Board does their best to post this alert by 6:00 a.m.
• Tri-Board will be communicating all bus delays and cancellations. The LDSB will not be communicating this information directly with families. The best way to receive communication regarding bus cancellations or delays is through the Student Portal.

School Attendance Matters

Consistent school attendance helps students build a strong foundation of knowledge, encourages a sense of responsibility, and allows teachers to better support each student's individual needs, leading to improved academic performance and a more cohesive classroom environment.

Lunchbox is a simple, easy-to-use online platform that lets you order lunch from local favorites — delivered right to your child’s school!

✅ You can view the full ordering calendar by logging into your Lunchbox Account.

📖 Need help getting started? Please access the step-by-step guide on how to use the Lunchbox ordering platform.

📅 Key Dates for Truedell Families

• PA Day: Friday, January 30, 2026
• Family Day: Monday, February 16, 2026
• March Break: March 16–20, 2026
• Good Friday: Friday, April 3, 2026
• Easter Monday: Monday, April 6, 2026
• PA Day: Friday, April 17, 2026
• Victoria Day: Monday, May 18, 2026
• PA Day: Friday, May 29, 2026
• Last Day of School for Students: Thursday, June 25, 2026
• Final PA Day: Friday, June 26, 2026

Professional Activity (P.A.) Days are used for various activities, including assessment, report card preparation, conferencing, school-based planning, school improvement, student achievement updates, instructional strategies to support closing the gap and high achievement, and planning linked to the Board plan for student achievement. On P.A. Days, there are no classes for students.

The Limestone District School Board is situated on the traditional territories of the Anishinaabek and Haudenosaunee.

We acknowledge their enduring presence on this land, as well as the presence of Métis, Inuit, and other First Nations from across Turtle Island. We honour their culture and celebrate their commitment to this land.