📝 Principal's Message
Dear Timberwolf Families,
We hope everyone enjoyed a restful weekend and are ready for another exciting week of learning and connection at Truedell! October continues to bring wonderful opportunities for our students to explore, create, and grow together.
Guest Speaker: Patrick Callaghan
This week, Ms. Squarebriggs' class will welcome guest speaker Patrick Callaghan, who will be facilitating learning and discussion related to mental health and well-being. We are grateful for this opportunity to deepen students’ understanding and support positive wellness practices.
Volleyball Season Underway
Our boys and girls volleyball teams are set to compete against Cataraqui Woods Elementary School this week. We are proud of our Timberwolves for their dedication, teamwork, and positive spirit. Good luck to both teams as they take to the court. Go Timberwolves!
Pumpkin Patch Visits
Ms. Hendrick's and Ms. Hilton's classes will be heading out to the pumpkin patch this week to enjoy some seasonal fun and outdoor learning. We can’t wait to hear about their adventures and discoveries.
Queen’s Connections Tinker Trailer
We are also excited to welcome the Queen’s Connections Tech 'n' Tinker trailer to Truedell. Students will have the chance to explore STEM, coding, and robotics through engaging, hands-on activities. This will be a fantastic opportunity for our learners to think critically, solve problems, and collaborate in creative ways.
🎃 Monster Mash Dance-A-Thon – Oct. 31
We’re thrilled to welcome back this much-loved annual event! Students will enjoy lively dance sessions in the gym, with Grade 7 & 8 leaders handing out house tickets and bracelets to spark energy and participation. It’s a fun-filled day of music, movement, and school spirit.
Cross Country
Congratulations to our amazing running team! Last week, we had 24 runners compete at the district finals. We are so very proud of the grit, determination and positivity they demonstrated. It was a tough day in the rain and cold, and all of the athletes improved their performance. Wow!
Keep up the amazing spirit, Timberwolves!
Thank you, as always, for your continued support and enthusiasm. We are so proud of all that our students are achieving and look forward to another week filled with curiosity, teamwork, and school spirit.
Yours in education,
David Allison
Principal
Literacy in Limestone
Student Census 2025 - See Yourself in Limestone
Limestone is committed to creating safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environments for all students. To help us better understand how students’ identities and experiences relate to their achievement and well-being, we are launching our second See Yourself in Limestone Student Census Survey this fall.
The census is a voluntary and confidential survey for students in Grades 4 to 12, running from November 24 to 28, 2025. It gathers information about students’ identities and their experiences at school. This data is then paired with academic information to help us understand what school is like for different groups of students.
Important information for families:
- The survey is optional.
- Responses are confidential and students can skip any questions they do not wish to answer.
- Students will complete the survey during class time.
- Students who do not participate will be provided with an alternative activity.
Families who do not want their student(s) to complete the survey must contact their school principal by Friday, November 14, 2025. Opting out means the student will not receive the survey in their email inbox.
By better understanding students’ identities and experiences, we can remove barriers and better support students in accessing what they need to succeed.
Learn more about the Student Census and how it supports equity in Limestone: limestone.on.ca/student_census
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.
Help Shape Limestone's Accessibility Plan
The Limestone District School Board is committed to fostering accessibility and inclusion for all. We are currently developing our next Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and invite feedback from students, staff, families, and community members.
Your input will help ensure our goals reflect the diverse needs and lived experiences across our school communities. Please click here to access the survey and provide input. The survey is open until November 10, 2025
Math Fact Fluency in Limestone
Please click here to access a PDF version of the October LDSB Math Newsletter.
Media Literacy Week
Ready to build better tech habits for you and the whole family?
Learn actionable strategies for managing your family's screen time and addressing some of the biggest challenges that we face with digital tech at all ages with our brand new self-guided workshop, sponsored by Bell.
Start this free workshop any time, on your own schedule!
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, November 14, 2025
- Winter Break: December 22, 2025 – January 2, 2026
- 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.
📅 Upcoming School Events
October 28th: Girls volleyball team is playing Cataraqui Woods ES at 4:00 PM
October 29th: Boys volleyball team is playing Cataraqui Woods ES at 4:00 PM
October 31st: Monster Mash
November 3rd: Retakes and Class Photos
November 13th: Little Caesar's pizza delivery
November 13th: Progress Reports and Kindergarten Communication of Learning - Initial Observation sent home to families.
November 17-21: Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week
November 21: LDSB Pink Shirt Day to Recognize Bullying Prevention and Awareness Week
November 24 - 28: Student Census Survey for Grades 4-12