Happy Friday Molly families!
The school is vibrant with activities and learning! We can't believe there are 8 weeks of school left before summer break. Please continue to check School Day for permissions for trips and purchases (milkshakes, freezies etc.).
This week was Mental Health week -students went on mindful walks, did celebration of dance and read books about mindfulness and regulation. We will continue with our mental health focus for the remainder of May.
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Junior Basketball
We are thrilled to have hosted our first Molly Brant Thunderdome Junior 3v3 Basketball Tournament!
We competed against some very strong schools and came away as better players.
We would also like to extend a big thank you to the Canadian Tire at 1040 Division Street for graciously donating basketballs for our tournament winners. Your support helped make the event extra special for our students and created a memorable experience they will carry with them. Our students, staff, and participants greatly appreciated your generosity.
Class Placements for 2026-2027 School Year
Our team ensures that exceptional care and thought are put into every student's class placements. This process involves months of observation into academic and social learning. Over the next few weeks, staff will collaborate to discuss each child's placement, including academics, peer groups, dynamics, etc. Should parents/guardians have information they feel is key when placing their child, they are invited to submit remarks or requests to molly@limestone.on.ca. While requests are not guaranteed, we may use information from families to support decision making. The deadline for submitting a class placement request is Friday May 15th.
Discover Kindergarten
With so many new Thunder joining us in September, we wanted to share a LDSB resource document that has lots of links and supports for families transitioning to Kindergarten. 2026 Discover Kindergarten Resources for Families (3)
Upcoming Family Engagement and Climate Survey
The Limestone District School Board is inviting families to take part in the Family Engagement and Climate Survey. This survey gives families an opportunity to share their experiences with their student’s school and with the school board.
The feedback helps us understand what is working well and where we can improve. It also supports schools and school councils in building welcoming, safe, and supportive school communities. Please be sure to check out this link for more information.
Rotary Club Art:
Check out the beautiful art that our students created for the Rotary Club. Special thanks to Ms. Norman and Ms. Conner:
Please join us for our Talent Takeover on May 12 - buy your tickets on School Day!
Some of our students in grades 5-8 went to garden 9 to Learn on the Land:
CURRICULUM NIGHT (4:30-5:30) and BOOK FAIR (4-6 pm) - MAY 20
Work Hard, Eat Well - Summer Camp Opportunity
Food Sharing
The Food Sharing program aims to provide nourishment to students to improve their readiness to learn.
The Food Sharing Project is a community partner of the Ontario Student Nutrition program and is a charitable organization.
If you would like to make a donation to the Food Sharing Project, you can do so in the "product" tab in School Day.
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Mental Health Supports
LDSB wishes to highlight the importance of caring for mental health and well-being. Support is available in the community; reaching out to a trusted adult, family member, friend, or support professional can make a meaningful difference when someone is struggling.
- Kids Help Phone – Call or text 988 for 24/7 support across Canada
- Kids Help Phone – Text CONNECT to 686868 or access live chat at kidshelpphone.ca
- Maltby Centre (March 17 Kingston Walk-in Clinic; March 18 Sydenham Walk-in Clinic)
- One Stop Talk – Call 1-855-416-8255 or connect online
- Resolve Counselling Services in Kingston and Napanee
- One Roof Kingston (ages 12 to 25)
- Lennox and Addington Youth Hub (ages 10 to 24)
- In an emergency, call 911 or visit the nearest emergency department
Webinars for Parents - School Mental Health Ontario
Supporting Your Child’s Well-Being, a free webinar series created with parents/caregivers, for parents/caregivers. Each session will dive into important mental health and substance use health topics identified by families in Ontario - guided by subject matter experts who offer practical, evidence-informed strategies.
Series dates and topics:
June 5 | 12 - 1 p.m. - Conversations about anxiety
For full details on speakers and topics: SMH-ON | By Your Side Free Webinars | Blog
Can't make all dates? No problem! Select one or more of the sessions when you sign up.
Upcoming Dates:
May 11 - Molly Track and Field Day - grades 3-8
May 12 - Talent Takeover at 5:30 - tickets available on School Day
May 12 - Potter and Stone to Fire Station
May 14 - Last Shine Club
May 15 - Milkshake Day - order by May 7 on School Day
May 16 - Breakwater run for Running and Reading students
May 20 - Curriculum Night 4:30-5:30 and Book Fair 4-6
May 20 - Touch Football Tournament for Grades 7 & 8
May 25 - EQAO sessions begin at Molly for grades 3 & 6
May 27 - Welcome to Kindergarten 4:30-5:30
May 29 - PA DAY (no school for students)
June 1 - Regional Track and Field @ Invista track
June 1- Ontario Day (no EQAO will happen on this day)
June 2 - Gould Lake trip for Potter, Alcock, Fitzgerald and McCaughen
June 2 - Camp Quin-mo-lac for Roney and Ohlke
June 2 - School Advisory Council Meeting @ 5:30
June 4 - Grade 7 and 8s to Wonderland
June 8 - Barling and Carter to Elbow Lake
June 9 - EQAO ends
June 9 -District Track and Field
June 15 - Grade 7 & 8 Immunizations
June 17 - Filman and Zwicker to Fruition
June 18 -Irwin to Bunker room
June 18 - Year end BBQ 4-6 pm
June 19 - Conner to Medieval times and Toronto Zoo
June 19 - Mathewson and Stone to Fruition
June 22 - Grade 8 Graduation @ 5:30
June 24 - Term 2 reports go home
June 25 - Last day of school
June 26 - PA DAY
Included below, you’ll find our school calendar for the month to help you stay organized:
Kindergarten Registration
It's already that time of the year! We are delighted to let families know that our Kindergarten registration process is underway for 2026/2027. See here for more information. Please spread the word about the great things happening at Molly Brant. We saw increased Kindergarten enrolment last year and want to keep this going!
Safety at School - Please check in at the Office
For the safety and security of all students, we kindly remind parents and caregivers that they are not permitted in the hallways during school hours. If you need to pick up your child, drop something off, or speak with someone at the school, please check in at the main office and our staff will be happy to assist you. Thank you for helping us maintain a safe and welcoming environment for everyone.
Attendance Matters!
We recognize that, as the weather changes, attendance can sometimes become trickier. Student attendance is one of our TOP priorities.
End of Day Routines:
If your child has alternate pick up arrangements, or will not be taking the bus at the end of the day, please ensure that you communicate with the classroom teacher (send a note) or with the Main Office if a change occurs during the day. We cannot guarantee we can follow-through on last minute changes after 2:20 pm
Reminder: No dogs on property
Kindly be reminded that dogs are not permitted on property during school hours, even if they are leashed.
Courteous Communication
All communication between school, students and home (in person, on the phone or digitally) must be courteous and respectful. All students, families and school staff have the right to be safe, and to feel safe, in their school community. With this right comes the responsibility of all members to contribute to a positive school climate.
Parking on Lyons Street: A Message from the City of Kingston
As the weather changes, more families may choose to drive to and from school. Please remember that stopping in school bus loading zones or no-stopping areas can result in high parking fines. We encourage families to respect posted signage and use alternative locations for pick-up and drop-off.
If you have concerns or questions, please emailcontactus@cityofkingston.ca
Molly Brant School Swag:
If you are interested in purchasing Molly Brant spirit wear, please visit this site: https://specialtytrophies.ca/4g/MollyBrantES
School Advisory Council
Our Council Executive is as follows:
Chair: Amber Ewart
Treasurer: Jodie Radolfi
Secretary: Tabitha Lowndes
Indigenous Rep: Lillian Todd
Parent Involvement Committee Reps: Amber Ewart/Lillian Todd
Member(s) at Large: Erin Parker
Our next meeting is Tuesday, June 2 @ 5:30 in the Molly Brant library.
Cell Phones
Students may bring phones to school but they are to remain switched off, out of view and are not to be used during the day unless directed by the teacher for instructional purposes. If students brings cell phones to school, teachers will ask for them to be locked up (in a lock box) for the day. If students do not want to lock up their phones, they should be left at home.
If a student needs to call home for an emergency during the school day, they must do so using the office phone. Failure to follow the school’s cell phone expectations will result in phone call/meetings with parents/caregivers.
A reminder, that the school is not responsible for lost or damaged devices.
Thank you for your cooperation with this!
School Day Payment System
This year we will use the School Day online system for all field trip permissions and all payments to the school (i.e., hot lunch, field trips, special events, etc.). When teachers or the school creates an event, an email is sent to applicable parents. This email comes from School Day, and may go to your junk mail folder unless you identify it as a recognized sender.
All School Day events are required to have an end date. For field trips, this is usually the day before the trip, but for events involving the ordering of food, the end date must give staff enough time to coordinate with our providers and order food. Please ensure that you complete any orders/permissions before the end date.
Families will need to register for School Day www.school-day.com and use a ten-digit secure code to link you and your child(ren). These forms will be sent home next week.
Please contact your child's teacher or the office if you require assistance.
Public Health Information:
KLF&A Public Health Childhood Illnesses and Exclusions
Unsure when to keep your child home when they are unwell? The KFL&A Public Health guidelines have changed and include different symptoms since Covid. Vomiting and diarrhea remain 48 hours symptom free before they can return to school. Other childhood illness exclusions can be found here: https://www.kflaph.ca/en/health-topics/common-childhood-illnesses.aspx
Daily Schedule
Time | Activity/learning block |
|---|---|
8:05 a.m. | Supervision on the yard begins |
8:20 a.m. | Entry bell |
8:20 to 10:20 a.m. | Learning block 1 |
10:20 to 11:00 a.m. | Nutrition break and recess |
11:00 a.m. to 12:40 p.m. | Learning block 2 |
12:40 to 1:20 p.m. | Nutrition break and recess |
1:20 to 2:40 p.m. | Learning block 3 |
2:40 p.m. | Dismissal |
Allergen Awareness - Nut-Free School
Thank you for packing nut-free snacks! Please communicate with teachers before sending any treats in for your student's class.
