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Fairfield News: May 25th-29th, 2026

<img src="/images/58520d41-5f06-4ee9-8a33-80ef4b6be880?fingerprint=ppb20260112000809" alt="update" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">May 25th-29th, 2026</h2> Hello Families, Just a reminder that this Friday is a PA Day for school staff to work on reporting & evaluation. Eid al-Adha Mubarak to those of you observing later this week!Thanks, and have a wonderful week!Aaron West, Principal<hr>Monday, May 25th (Day 5)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"> Grade 3 EQAO</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">MADD Presentation (Gr. 7/8)</li></ul><hr>Tuesday, May 26th (Day 1)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"> LunchBox - Boston Pizza</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Grade 3 EQAO</li></ul><hr>Wednesday, May 27th (Day 2)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Eid-al-Adha</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Grade 3 EQAO</li></ul><hr>Thursday, May 28th (Day 3)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"> LunchBox - Domino's</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Hydro One Safety Presentations</li></ul><hr>Friday, May 29th (PA DAY)<hr>Upcoming Important DatesJune 1st: Kelly/Beckstead TripJune 2nd, 4th, 5th: Grade 6 EQAOJune 3rd: Regional Track & Field Meet (Invista)June 3rd: FUN FAIR!June 8th: Grade 7/8 ImmunizationsJune 21st: Father's DayJune 23rd: Grade 8 Graduation (5:00 pm)June 25th: Last Day of School<img src="/images/f038af2d-15b0-4f7c-98de-fa368cff1f81?fingerprint=ppb20260524233944" alt="Screenshot 2026 05 24 at 7.38.11 PM" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr><img src="/images/b77c23dd-86cd-4d21-801b-084fbb6338aa?fingerprint=ppb20260524233930" alt="Screenshot 2026 05 24 at 7.38.52 PM" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr><img src="/images/4555ecf1-b441-4855-8088-79d896a8e7f4?fingerprint=ppb20260503223824" alt="May 2026 Program Calendar LARC v2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr> <hr><img src="/images/a978a03e-a540-4ca1-aa40-49ba27a07164?fingerprint=ppb20251217150814" alt="sick" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/fbfe1e99-d1f8-43c1-8ff6-2129b9b143c1?fingerprint=ppb20251217150841" alt="sick 2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/613b0f76-c129-42d4-8307-316dc3be483c?fingerprint=ppb20251217013909" alt="Lunch" width="273" height="131" style="width:273px;height:131px;display:inline-block"><h5 class="editor-heading-h5" style="text-align: center;"> <ie-document data-lexical-document-id="dafba703-43ad-4064-b962-b92da10d1463"></ie-document></h5><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Hot Dog Days</h3><h5 class="editor-heading-h5" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Our School Council proudly present one of their most successful fundraisers...HOT DOG DAY 2025-2026! Profits help pay for school trips!</h5><h5 class="editor-heading-h5" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">An inexpensive way to send lunch on Fridays! </h5><h5 class="editor-heading-h5" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">$2.00 per hot dog</h5><hr></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Fairfield Clothing Orders</h2> <img src="/images/304ae59e-0c7f-495f-ac1f-e01319d2f254?fingerprint=ppb20251217013433" alt="fes" width="369" height="437" style="width:369px;height:437px;display:inline-block"><a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/4g/FairfieldES/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Order your school clothing online</a>! All profits come back to the school<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><hr>Contact Us </h2></h2>PrincipalAaron West (<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">westa@limestone.on.ca</a>)Vice Principal and Student Support Teacher (SST)Nicole Onyskiw (<a href="mailto: onyskiwn@limetone.on.ca" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">onyskiwn@limestone.on.ca</a>)

2026-05-24 23:44:22.789 +0000 UTC

Fairfield News: May 19th-22nd, 2026

<img src="/images/58520d41-5f06-4ee9-8a33-80ef4b6be880?fingerprint=ppb20260112000809" alt="update" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">May 19th-22nd, 2026</h2> Hello Families,We all had a great time at the Spring Dance on Friday - thank you to Mr. Argyle and his 7/8 class for organizing! For your awareness, there seems to be a high level of illness throughout the building lately - please keep students home if they are exhibiting symptoms or have a fever. Thanks, and have a wonderful week!Aaron West, Principal<hr>Tuesday, May 19th (Day 1)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"> LunchBox - Subway</li></ul><hr>Wednesday, May 20th (Day 2)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"> Junior Boys and Girls Soccer Tournament</li></ul><hr>Thursday, May 21st (Day 3)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"> LunchBox - Domino's</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Neurodivergent Caregiver Support Group (6:00-7:00 pm)</li></ul><hr>Friday, May 22nd (Day 4)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Hot Dogs</li></ul><hr>Upcoming Important DatesMay 22nd-23rd: ShavuotMay 27th: Eid-al-AdhaMay 28th: Hydro One Safety Presentations (Grades 1-8)May 29th: PA DayJune 3rd: FUN FAIR!June 8th: Grade 7/8 ImmunizationsJune 21st: Father's DayJune 23rd: Grade 8 Graduation (5:00 pm)June 25th: Last Day of School<hr><img src="/images/8a791ea6-6a21-471b-bd9f-fd44f11f150c?fingerprint=ppb20260511004812" alt="2026 05 05 LDSB Pride 2026 Poster" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr><img src="/images/3b0df7c7-6c50-44f8-acce-ebda199cfec5?fingerprint=ppb20260417171447" alt="funfair" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr><img src="/images/4555ecf1-b441-4855-8088-79d896a8e7f4?fingerprint=ppb20260503223824" alt="May 2026 Program Calendar LARC v2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr> <hr><img src="/images/a978a03e-a540-4ca1-aa40-49ba27a07164?fingerprint=ppb20251217150814" alt="sick" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/fbfe1e99-d1f8-43c1-8ff6-2129b9b143c1?fingerprint=ppb20251217150841" alt="sick 2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/613b0f76-c129-42d4-8307-316dc3be483c?fingerprint=ppb20251217013909" alt="Lunch" width="273" height="131" style="width:273px;height:131px;display:inline-block"><h5 class="editor-heading-h5" style="text-align: center;"> <ie-document data-lexical-document-id="dafba703-43ad-4064-b962-b92da10d1463"></ie-document></h5><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Hot Dog Days</h3><h5 class="editor-heading-h5" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Our School Council proudly present one of their most successful fundraisers...HOT DOG DAY 2025-2026! Profits help pay for school trips!</h5><h5 class="editor-heading-h5" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">An inexpensive way to send lunch on Fridays! </h5><h5 class="editor-heading-h5" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">$2.00 per hot dog</h5><hr></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Fairfield Clothing Orders</h2> <img src="/images/304ae59e-0c7f-495f-ac1f-e01319d2f254?fingerprint=ppb20251217013433" alt="fes" width="369" height="437" style="width:369px;height:437px;display:inline-block"><a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/4g/FairfieldES/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Order your school clothing online</a>! All profits come back to the school<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><hr>Contact Us </h2></h2>PrincipalAaron West (<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">westa@limestone.on.ca</a>)Vice Principal and Student Support Teacher (SST)Nicole Onyskiw (<a href="mailto: onyskiwn@limetone.on.ca" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">onyskiwn@limestone.on.ca</a>)

2026-05-15 18:23:51.01 +0000 UTC

Fairfield News: May 11th-15th, 2026

<img src="/images/58520d41-5f06-4ee9-8a33-80ef4b6be880?fingerprint=ppb20260112000809" alt="update" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">May 11th-15th, 2026</h2> Hello Families,Congratulations to our Junior Boys and Girls Basketball Teams, as well as the Road Racers who all represented Fairfield so well last week, and thank you to all of the coaches who volunteered their time to take on their roles! We are still seeking volunteers for our upcoming Fun Fair - see below for details and contact information.Thanks, and have a wonderful week!Aaron West, Principal<hr>Monday, May 11th (Day 1)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"> 100m Heats - Atom and Senior (1:45 pm)</li></ul><hr>Tuesday, May 12th (Day 2)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"> LunchBox - Boston Pizza</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">Youth Diversion visting Ms. Norman's class (Gr. 3/4)</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr">100m Finals (12:55 pm)</li></ul><hr>Wednesday, May 13th (Day 3)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;"> 200m Finals (12:55 pm)</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">School Council Meeting (6:00 pm)</li></ul><hr>Thursday, May 14th (Day 4)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" dir="ltr"> LunchBox - Domino's</li></ul><hr>Friday, May 15th - (Day 5)<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">Hot Dogs</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem" style="text-align: left;">AnimalSmart Presentation (Kelly/Woodroffe - Flex Room 9:00-10:30 am)</li></ul><hr>Upcoming Important DatesMay 28th: Hydro One Safety Presentations (Grades 1-8)May 29th: PA DayJune 3rd: FUN FAIR!June 8th: Grade 7/8 ImmunizationsJune 21st: Father's DayJune 23rd: Grade 8 Graduation (5:00 pm)June 25th: Last Day of School<hr><img src="/images/8a791ea6-6a21-471b-bd9f-fd44f11f150c?fingerprint=ppb20260511004812" alt="2026 05 05 LDSB Pride 2026 Poster" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr><img src="/images/3b0df7c7-6c50-44f8-acce-ebda199cfec5?fingerprint=ppb20260417171447" alt="funfair" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr><img src="/images/4555ecf1-b441-4855-8088-79d896a8e7f4?fingerprint=ppb20260503223824" alt="May 2026 Program Calendar LARC v2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"> <hr> <hr><img src="/images/a978a03e-a540-4ca1-aa40-49ba27a07164?fingerprint=ppb20251217150814" alt="sick" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><img src="/images/fbfe1e99-d1f8-43c1-8ff6-2129b9b143c1?fingerprint=ppb20251217150841" alt="sick 2" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"><hr><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><img src="/images/613b0f76-c129-42d4-8307-316dc3be483c?fingerprint=ppb20251217013909" alt="Lunch" width="273" height="131" style="width:273px;height:131px;display:inline-block"><h5 class="editor-heading-h5" style="text-align: center;"> <ie-document data-lexical-document-id="dafba703-43ad-4064-b962-b92da10d1463"></ie-document></h5><h3 class="editor-heading-h3" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Hot Dog Days</h3><h5 class="editor-heading-h5" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Our School Council proudly present one of their most successful fundraisers...HOT DOG DAY 2025-2026! Profits help pay for school trips!</h5><h5 class="editor-heading-h5" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">An inexpensive way to send lunch on Fridays! </h5><h5 class="editor-heading-h5" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">$2.00 per hot dog</h5><hr></h2><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Fairfield Clothing Orders</h2> <img src="/images/304ae59e-0c7f-495f-ac1f-e01319d2f254?fingerprint=ppb20251217013433" alt="fes" width="369" height="437" style="width:369px;height:437px;display:inline-block"><a href="https://specialtytrophies.ca/4g/FairfieldES/" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">Order your school clothing online</a>! All profits come back to the school<h2 class="editor-heading-h2" dir="ltr"><hr>Contact Us </h2></h2>PrincipalAaron West (<a href="about:blank" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">westa@limestone.on.ca</a>)Vice Principal and Student Support Teacher (SST)Nicole Onyskiw (<a href="mailto: onyskiwn@limetone.on.ca" rel="noreferrer" class="editor-link" dir="ltr">onyskiwn@limestone.on.ca</a>)

2026-05-11 00:48:54.903 +0000 UTC

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Welcome to Fairfield Elementary School located in the heart of Amherstview, Ontario. We are a JK-8 community school with staff and students who love to learn! We have a growth mindset which means that we learn from the mistakes we make in our learning. Our motto and rules are simple: We treat others the way we want to be treated. We keep our hands to ourselves, our feet on the ground, we are respectful to others and our surroundings.

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Message from the Director - May 28, 2026

Dear Families,It is hard to believe that we are already at the end of May, and the current school year only has four weeks remaining.  This message is to communicate a reminder regarding the PA Day tomorrow, and to share some information regarding an upcoming information session for families. Reminder – P.A. Day – Friday, May 29, 2026 A reminder that tomorrow, Friday, May 29, is a P.A. Day, and there will be no classes for students.LDSB PIC – Guest Speaker: Paul Davis – Friday, June 5, 2026 The LDSB Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) invites parents, caregivers, and guardians to a free, informative, and engaging evening focused on helping families navigate the digital world. Topics will include:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Social media use</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Cyberbullying</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Online privacy</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Gaming and gambling</li></ul>Event details: Friday, June 5, 2026 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. LDSB Education Centre, 220 Portsmouth Avenue, KingstonThis is a great opportunity to learn practical tips and strategies to help support your child online. Register for this free event online: <a href="https://bit.ly/PICPaulDavis2026" class="editor-link">bit.ly/PICPaulDavis2026</a>.Thank you, as always, for your continued partnership in supporting student success and well-being. We hope you and your family have a safe and enjoyable weekend.Krishna Burra CEO/Director of Education Limestone District School Board

2026-05-28 20:30:21.967 +0000 UTC

LDSB PIC Guest Speaker: Paul Davis

Join us for a free parent session with guest speaker Paul Davis! The LDSB Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) invites parents, caregivers, and guardians to an informative and engaging evening focused on:<ul class="editor-list-ul"><li value="1" class="editor-listitem">Social media use</li><li value="2" class="editor-listitem">Cyberbullying</li><li value="3" class="editor-listitem">Online privacy</li><li value="4" class="editor-listitem">Gaming and gambling</li></ul>Friday, June 5, 20265:30 – 7:00 p.m.LDSB Education Centre, 220, Portsmouth Avenue, KingstonThis is a great opportunity to learn how to support your child in today’s digital world.Register online: <a href="https://forms.office.com/r/P5Jcn5TQ9W" class="editor-link">PIC Guest Speaker: Paul Davis (Free Event) – Fill out form</a><figure><a href="https://forms.office.com/r/P5Jcn5TQ9W" title="2026 05 20 PIC Paul Davis Instagram"><img src="/images/4e2a9d97-41c5-4ea6-9410-06d26cb11a83?fingerprint=ppb20260521195148" alt="2026 05 20 PIC Paul Davis Instagram" width="100%" height="inherit" style="width:100%;height:inherit;display:inline-block"></a></figure>

2026-05-28 13:38:33.734 +0000 UTC

LDSB Receives $25,000 Grant to Support Elementary Summer Learning

The Limestone District School Board (LDSB) has received a $25,000 grant through the Community Foundation for Kingston and Area’s Community Grants Program in support of its Elementary Summer Literacy and Math Program.The three-week program supports Limestone students finishing Senior Kindergarten to Grade 3 by strengthening foundational skills in reading, writing, and mathematics to help set students up for success in the following school year.Grant funding will be used to purchase literacy and math learning resources and to create family engagement packages. These take-home resources are designed to support learning at home and encourage families to engage in literacy and math activities alongside their students.The LDSB is grateful to the Community Foundation for Kingston and Area for their generous support, helping students across the district access this important summer learning opportunity.

2026-05-20 15:41:54.875 +0000 UTC

Land Acknowledgement

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.