LSS Weekly Communication - March 14th
Uy’ skweyul Ladysmith Secondary Students and Families,
As we head into Spring Break, we want to take a moment to thank our school community for making Ladysmith Secondary a wonderful place to work and learn. We also want to thank the larger Ladysmith community for their ongoing support of our school. Recently, we have received donations to support food programs for students from the Ladies Division of the Eagles Aerie and Auxiliary and the Hillside Family Pharmacy. We are so thankful for this generous support.
When we return from Spring Break, April will be upon this. This means several important upcoming events. The first week back from break, students will be completing their self-assessment of the Core Competencies within their B block class. Students should be bringing these assessments home (via paper or google classroom). Please ask your student to see it! You will see in the dates below there are several school presentations happening during the month of April. Additionally, the week of April 7th is the next provincial assessment session where any student currently registered in a grade 10 Math/English and grade 12 English course will be writing either a literacy or numeracy assessment. If you are uncertain if your student is supposed to be writing, please check in with the office or their counsellor.
You will also see that the end of the first term for second semester is fast approaching. Our last early dismissal of the year will be happening on April 15th (2pm) as teachers prepare for report cards. As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please connect with your student’s teacher directly.
Finally, whether you are heading away for an exciting adventure or staying close to home, we hope that you each have the opportunity for some much-needed rest, relaxation, and connection with those that you love.
Hay ce:p ‘qu,
Shelley Gvojich & Alistair King
Upcoming events:
- March 14th – Last day of Classes Before Spring Break
- March 31st – School Returns from Spring Break
- March 31st to April 4th – Self-Assessment of Core Competencies
- April 4th – Marc Meros Presentation
- Apr 7th – 11th – Provincial Assessments
- April 11th – BC Lions Anti-Racism Presentation
- April 15th – Early dismissal (2pm)
- April 15th – GRASP Training
- April 16th – Last day of term 3
- April 16th – PAC meeting (6pm)
- April 17th – Indigenous Games (John Barsby Community School)
- April 18th – Good Friday (no school)
- April 21st – Easter Monday (no school)
- April 30th – ICBC Guest Speaker (Kevin Brooks)
- April 30th – Report cards available on parent/student portal (Tentative)
PAC Corner:
Our next meeting is Wednesday April 16 at 6 pm in the Learning Commons. All are welcome, please join us!
Attachments:
- “What’s on This Week?” from Kwumut Lelum Child and Family Services.
Questions?
Please contact our main office at info.ls@sd68.bc.ca or 250-245-3043
LSS Weekly Communication - March 7th
Uy’ skweyul Ladysmith Secondary Students and Families,
As we enter the last week of school before spring break, we want to acknowledge the hard work of our school community. Over the month of February, our Student’s Council participated in a Toilet Paper drive in partnership with the Arts Council where almost 800 rolls of toilet paper were collected to support our community. Many thanks to all who organized and participated. Next week our Student Council has also planned a Spring Break Spirit Week:
Monday – Mismatched Shoes
Tuesday – Twin (or multiples) day with a photobooth at lunch
Wednesday – Dress Up or Dress Down
Thursday – Denim on Denim/Canadian Tuxedo
Friday – Grade colours. Teachers: Rainbow/Tie-die.
Grade 12: blue, Grade 11: pink/purple, Grade 10: green, Grade 9: orange, Grade 8: yellow
Last night was our second semester Parent-Teacher night. It was so nice to connect with families and see everyone who was able to make it. As always, if you were unable to make it or have questions or concerns, please connect directly with your student’s teacher.
Do you worry about your child’s mental health and well-being? Wondering what you can do to help?
Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools is pleased to partner with Vancouver Island University to bring family physician, best-selling author of Feel Better, and TEDx speaker, Dr. Shahana Alibhai to Nanaimo to speak to youth and caregivers about her approach to helping youth struggling with their mental health. This free event will take place Tuesday, March 11 at 6:30 p.m. in the Malaspina Theatre at VIU and online via Teams.
Merging neuroscience and what she sees every day in helping real patients, Dr. Shahana has come up with a set of tangible steps everyone can use to move through their emotions rather than being overwhelmed by them. CKNW radio host Jas Johal will moderate a question-and-answer session for attendees to ask questions following the talk.The event will be approximately 2 hours. Parking will be free in Lot G beginning at 5:30 p.m.
Click here to register for in-person tickets or a link to watch online.
Details:
Tuesday, March 11, 2025
Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Malaspina Theatre @ Vancouver Island University and online via Teams Register
Wishing you all a wonderful weekend!
Hay ce:p ‘qu,
Shelley Gvojich & Alistair King
Upcoming events:
- March 11th – GRASP Training
- March 14th – Last day of Classes Before Spring Break
- March 31st – School Returns from Spring Break
- March 31st to April 4th – Self-Assessment of Core Competencies
PAC Corner:
Our next meeting is Wednesday April 16 at 6 pm in the library. All are welcome, please join us!
Attachments:
- “What’s on This Week?” from Kwumut Lelum Child and Family Services.
- Weekly Cafeteria Menu
Questions?
Please contact our main office at info.ls@sd68.bc.ca or 250-245-3043
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