LINDSAY, ON – From February 13 to 27 Trillium Lakelands District School Board secondary schools are collecting boxes of pasta for The Great Pasta Challenge. This Challenge is a competition between schools to collect boxed pasta with the aim of gaining a coveted trophy. At this time of year, local food banks need help to replenish their shelves. The Great Pasta Challenge began in 2003 to raise awareness around food shortages, healthy eating, and the importance of caring for others.
HUNTSVILLE, ON – Today Huntsville High School was in a "Hold and Secure" for morning classes while school administration worked with local police on information they had possibly concerning some students. These students have now been located and a police investigation is continuing.
LINDSAY, ON – Nineteen schools in Trillium Lakelands District School Board have received funding from the Ministry of Education for SpeakUp grant applications. As a way to encourage student engagement, the ministry invited applications from students for projects that will help schools engage students both academically and socially.