This week at LSS - April 1st
Happy Easter LSS
Thanks to students, staff and families for adjusting to the new Provincial guidelines. Stay safe LSS.
Numeracy assessment is happening April 12th to 15th. If you are writing you have been notified but all grade 10s and some grade 11s are writing. This is needed to satisfy graduation. This past week our math teachers and me (hee hee – I am a math teacher ya know) walked students through the Numeracy experience. It felt so good to do some teaching again. If any students were away on the 31st, practice assessments and information are available on the following link: https://curriculum.gov.bc.ca/provincial/grade-10-numeracy-assessment
LSS Spirit Wear – see attachments
In late winter and early spring, we had a student contest for a new logo for our spirit wear this year. Overall, 17 designs were submitted and in the end, the student committee decided to merge the work of two young artists. With both of the artist’s permission, we had a graphic artist merge the two designs into the beautiful new logo for our gear. The logo can be seen best on the attached PDF Spirit Wear size chart. The two winners were a grade 8 and 11 student. Both students will receive a free piece of Spirit Wear for their hard work.
LSS Spirit Wear is now available for ordering on the school cash online system. Below are the links to be able to access ordering for each product, please note there is a separate link for each product you want to get or paper copies are available in the office. Each are available in either Navy or White.
LONG SLEEVE T-SHIRTS – https://nlps.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/4056/267/False/True
SHORT SLEEVE T-SHIRTS – https://nlps.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/4055/267/False/True
GILDAN HOODIES – https://nlps.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/4054/267/False/True
GILDAN CREWNECKS- https://nlps.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/4053/267/False/True
CHAMPION BRAND HOODIES – https://nlps.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/4050/267/False/True
CHAMPION BRAND CREWNECKS – https://nlps.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/4049/267/False/True
Design and sizing charts are attached here as well.
“What’s on This Week?” at Kw’umut Lelum for April 5 – 9th. – see attached
Arts Council of Ladysmith
Good afternoon. I am the education coordinator at the Arts Council of Ladysmith and District, and we are planning two free, online events in April that may be of interest to students and their families. We’ll be hosting a two-part talk series on Zoom about pursuing arts education and exploring options for working as an artist.
Each talk will include a panel discussion followed by a Q & A session. The first, on April 21 from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, will focus on arts education, building a portfolio, and gaining experiences to foster connections and develop a resume. The second, on April 28 from 6:30 to 7:30 PM will feature a diverse panel of young, emerging artists who have found their own paths as working professionals in their respective fields.
Registration is free and is required to receive the Zoom link for each event.
Shannon Delaney
Education Coordinator, Arts Council of Ladysmith and District
Cafeteria
The menu for the week is on the website: https://ls.schools.sd68.bc.ca/departments/cafeteria/
Dates coming up
April 5th – Easter Monday – schools closed
April 12th – 15th – Numeracy and Literacy assessment – you will be notified if you need to write it.
April 22nd – last day of classes for Q3
April 23rd – No formal classes
April 26th – Start of Q4! – home stretch
Enjoy
D. 
Ladysmith Spirit Wear 2021 Order sheet
Travers
Dave Travers
Principal Ladysmith secondary school
250 245-3043
This week at LSS - March 28th
Good Morning LSS
We are back at it tomorrow March 29th. Hope you got some rest and are ready to get back to it. Just a few items to chat about.
LSS Spirit Wear – see attachments
In late winter and early spring, we had a student contest for a new logo for our spirit wear this year. Overall, 17 designs were submitted and in the end, the student committee decided to merge the work of two young artists. With both of the artist’s permission, we had a graphic artist merge the two designs into the beautiful new logo for our gear. The logo can be seen best on the attached PDF Spirit Wear size chart. The two winners were a grade 8 and 11 student. Both students will receive a free piece of Spirit Wear for their hard work.
LSS Spirit Wear is now available for ordering on the school cash online system. Below are the private links for staff to be able to access ordering for each product, please note there is a separate link for each product you want to get. Each are available in either Navy or White.
LONG SLEEVE T-SHIRTS – https://nlps.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/4056/267/False/True
SHORT SLEEVE T-SHIRTS – https://nlps.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/4055/267/False/True
GILDAN HOODIES – https://nlps.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/4054/267/False/True
GILDAN CREWNECKS- https://nlps.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/4053/267/False/True
CHAMPION BRAND HOODIES – https://nlps.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/4050/267/False/True
CHAMPION BRAND CREWNECKS – https://nlps.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/4049/267/False/True
Design and sizing charts are attached here as well.
“What’s on This Week?” at Kw’umut Lelum for March 29- April 2 . – see attached
Cafeteria
The menu for the week is on the website: https://ls.schools.sd68.bc.ca/departments/cafeteria/
Dates coming up
March 29th – School back in session after Spring break
April 2nd – Good Friday – schools closed
April 5th – Easter Monday – schools closed
April 12th – 15th – Numeracy and Literacy assessment – you will be notified if you need to write it.
April 22nd – last day of classes for Q3
April 23rd – No formal classes
April 26th – Start of Q4! – home stretch
Enjoy
D. 2021 Spirit Wear size chart
Ladysmith Spirit Wear 2021 Order sheet
Travers
This Week at LSS - March 12th
LSS – It is Spring break
I was in discussion with a parent this week who asked for clarification on COVID notices, so here it is.
- Individuals that are identified by Island health to have been exposed to someone that tested positive receive a direct call from Island health. From the school they receive a Self Isolation letter stating they need to isolate to a given date. Exposed as defined by Health authorities is being within 2 m for over 15 minutes.
- Students in the class of the individual that tested positive but have not been identified by Island Health as being directly exposed receive a Self Monitor – Medium Risk letter. The letter states: You do NOT need to self-isolate and may attend school.
- All staff, students and families in the school receive a General Notification letter. This letter states that you have not been exposed. It is a notice that someone in the school community tested positive.
So there you have it. I am looking forward to a two week break and hope to see all students back on the 29th – Enjoy your rest.
LSS Spirit Wear – see attachments
In late winter and early spring, we had a student contest for a new logo for our spirit wear this year. Overall, 17 designs were submitted and in the end, the student committee decided to merge the work of two young artists. With both of the artist’s permission, we had a graphic artist merge the two designs into the beautiful new logo for our gear. The logo can be seen best on the attached PDF Spirit Wear size chart. The two winners were a grade 8 and 11 student. Both students will receive a free piece of Spirit Wear for their hard work.
Our finance secretary has said that the online ordering link will be live as of midnight tonight! The school will also be accepting cash/cheque in our head office after Spring Break.
Quarter System – Thought exchange.
Thought Exchange on Quarter system for families and students (March 8th-March 26th) Here’s the link to the exchange: https://my.thoughtexchange.com/233855417
In response to COVID-19, and in accordance with guidelines established by the Ministry of Education, Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools moved secondary schools to a “Quarter System” timetable, with students placed in Learning Groups of 120 or less students, taking two courses at a time for 10 weeks.
We do not yet know what guidelines the Ministry of Education will have in place for 2021-2020 school year.
As we begin the process of preparing for the 2021-2022 school year we are seeking your feedback on the Quarter System to assist schools as they build timetables for the coming year.
Deputy minister bulletin: Spring Break and Safety:
In preparation for the upcoming Spring Break, please refer to the existing province-wide restrictions and advisories, and actions you can take to support a safe return to school for students and staff
White Hatter – Presentation
This presentation is excellent. We brought the White Hatter in to talk to the entire school to address sexuality and online activity. You must email dpacsd68@gmail.com to get the link for the presentation. Topics: Join the White Hatter for an informative discussion on Social Media and Digital Literacy for Parents and Caregivers. – Helping parents to proactively understand the enabling power of technology and mobile communications, but also how to mitigate the sometimes unintended consequences of high risk or undesirable online behaviour. – The research on the positives and negative the internet provides. – Challenges youth today face online – Technology as a distraction – Media overconsumption – Online predators – Challenges parents and caregivers face – Each person’s personal digital footprint – How online information is collected and used – Opportunities technology provides – Data tracking & collection – App privacy – Personal online legal consequences – Concerning signs to look for – Sleep concerns – Account management – Exploitation – Nudes and sexting
Kw’umnt Lelum – what is on this week – see flyers
YOUTH WELLNESS WEEK REGISTRATION – info to share with families: OPEN TO ANYONE AGES 14 AND UP March 22, Tuesday March 23, or Wednesday March 24 over Zoom for a wide range of youth-focused conversations and activities.
Parent Night Series – see flyer
Good morning, on behalf of the Department of Learning Services we would like to share information about the next Wellness Parent Night series (March 9 & 11). Living in Families with Teens (LIFT) is hosting two sessions for caregivers of teens, with an emphasis on Teens and their Brains in Grades 6-9.
Youth Empowering Youth Program – See Flyer
Ladysmith Baseball association – registration
Registration is now open for the 2021 Baseball Season. Please register at www.ladysmithbaseball.com
VIU Upcoming webinars
Future Parent Student Information Session– Monday, March 15, 2021 – 6:00 p.m.
Here is the site for general information on our VIU website about Dual Credit: https://www.viu.ca/dual-credit
VIU – Child and Youth care
March 17 from 4:00 – 5:00 PT. All the details, including how to register are at this link https://info.viu.ca/child-and-youth-care-webinar/
Cafeteria
The menu for the week is on the website: https://ls.schools.sd68.bc.ca/departments/cafeteria/
Dates coming up
March 29th – School back in session after Spring break
April 2nd – Good Friday – schools closed
April 5th – Easter Monday – schools closed
April 12th – 15th – Numeracy and Literacy assessment – you will be notified if you need to write it.
April 22nd – last day of classes for Q3
April 23rd – No formal classes
April 26th – Start of Q4! – home stretch
Stay safe, get some rest – and ride your bike 😊
D. 
Youth Program's flat-sheet
Ladysmith Spirit Wear 2021 Order sheet
Lunch and Learn with Dean Heald 1
2021 Spirit Wear size chart
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