Why were our schools closed Friday?
Posted February 23, 2015
The WRDSB has put in place a frigid temperature threshold in our severe weather procedure primarily for three reasons related to the safety of our students:
1. According to Environment Canada, at -35C exposed skin can freeze within 10 minutes. Environment Canada indicates that in temperatures between -28 to -39 there is a high risk of exposed skin freezing (frostnip or frostbite). This temperature is very unusual for our region and some students may not have the appropriate clothing to protect themselves.
2. Most students will take longer than 10 minutes to walk to school and the bused students may wait for an extended period of time should any bus be delayed.
3. We are unable to guarantee crossing guard service to our students as individual crossing guards have a right to maintain their safety given that they are exposed for extended periods of time in frigid temperatures.
The Education Centre remains open and is fully operational.
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Book Fair/Movie Night Cancelled Tonight, Feb. 20
Posted February 20, 2015
Our Book Fair/Movie Night is cancelled for tonight. We will definitely rebook. Stay tuned for more info. Thanks for your understanding.
February 20 – All Schools are Closed & Buses Cancelled
Posted February 20, 2015
Due to frigid temperatures, all schools are closed today and all buses are cancelled. All Extended Day Programs are also closed. The Education Centre remains open for those who can safely arrive to work.
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When do Schools Close Due to Weather?
Posted February 19, 2015
Our procedure for severe weather provides guidelines and expectations for school closings due to severe weather, and how this information is communicated to our families.
Severe weather refers to conditions such as ice, fog, rain, sleet, snow, wind and/or frigid temperatures and wind chills. We consider a frigid temperature to be -35C with wind chill, or colder.
The general manager of Student Transportation Services of Waterloo Region (STSWR) will monitor weather and temperatures in the region beginning at 5:30am, using Environment Canada’s wind chill index. If the temperature is forecasted to reach or exceed -35C with wind chill at 7:00am, buses will not operate and schools will be closed. The education centre will be open to those employees who can safely arrive to work.
How do we communicate cancellations or closures?
Decisions relating to cancellations and closures are made by 6:00am. Any cancellations and closures will be posted on our website and school websites. Information will also be available on our twitter account (@wrdsb). We encourage you to monitor our website and listen to local media for up-to-date cancellation and closures.
Parents have the option of keeping their children at home when concerned about weather conditions.
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Love Was In The Air Today!
Posted February 13, 2015
Once again, our Lexington community has demonstrated ‘HEART” with our annual Cake Raffle. We will be sending $ 941.00 to Send’em off Smiling, an amazing local charity that supplies knapsacks, lunch bags and school supplies as well as a first day of school outfit for families in need. We all feel fantastic to be able to make […]
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February 2 – All Schools CLOSED
Posted February 2, 2015
Due to weather, ALL schools are CLOSED today. All Extended Day Programs are closed as well. The Education Centre is open for those who can get there safely.
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It Is Time To Sign Up For Before and After Care JK-6
Posted February 1, 2015
Youth Development Flyer We have been so pleased with our Before and After Care programs at Lexington. Students in JK to grade two attend the board run program, while students in grades three to six attend the Jacob Hespeler Child Care Centre right here at Lexington. Families have found this arrangement to be fantastic for […]
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2014 Director’s Annual Report
Posted January 27, 2015
The 2014 Director’s Annual Report is now available! Each year, the Director is required to submit a report to the Ministry of Education, highlighting the achievements of the past year. Our Annual Report gives the local community a snap shot at what students and staff have achieved. Awards, good news stories and achievements in learning […]
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Check Out Our WONDERFUL Ice Rink!
Posted January 20, 2015
Our students are grateful for the volunteers who are dedicated to building us a rink. Lexington students send out a HUGE Thank you to the volunteers, we love our ice rink!!
The 2015 Winter Newsletter is Now Available
Posted January 20, 2015
Winter 2015 Newsletter Be sure to check out the graphics of our new playground!