This Thursday, May 29, we invite all school communities to wear blue in honour of World Catholic Education Day and in devotion to Mary, Mother of God.
In the Catholic tradition, blue symbolizes piety, sincerity, and the faithful motherhood of Mary.
As Catholic educators, we look to Mary as our model - gentle in love, bold in faith, and devoted to her Son, our saviour, Jesus Christ.
Join Lakeland Catholic on Thursday May 29 for World Catholic Education Day! Celebrated 40 days after Easter, on the Feast of the Ascension. On this day, we honour the sacred mission of Catholic education, where academic excellence and spiritual formation walk hand in hand.
From the earliest learners to graduating leaders, Catholic schools help students discover their identity as beloved children of God.
Let us rejoice in the gift of Catholic education - shared in classrooms, lived in faith, and led by Christ.
We have a winner!!
A huge congratulations to this soon-to-be Kindergartener! He has won our Discover Kindergarten Photo Contest and is now the proud owner of a brand-new PLASMA Car!
Thank you to everyone who entered - your photos captured the joy, curiosity, and excitement that make Lakeland Catholic such a vibrant place for learning.
With joyful hearts, Lakeland Catholic Schools welcome Pope Leo XIV as the successor of St. Peter. As a new shepherd for our time, we pray that his papacy be anchored in the teachings of Christ and a beacon of hope to the faithful.
Photo Credit: Vatican News
These future Kindergarteners are more than ready to discover the joy of Lakeland Catholic this fall - just look at these creative submissions!
Our photo contest closes today, so don’t miss your chance to join in the fun. Submit your entry and show us your sign, smile, and school spirit for a chance to win a brand-new PLASMA CAR!
Visit https://www.lrcssd.ca/article/2192155 for full contest details and how to enter.
Sunday Gospel - Today's Gospel message is straightforward: love others as Jesus loved. This act of love demonstrates God's call for us to follow Christ and to be gospel witnesses for Him in the world. A popular song tells us the same, "They will know we are Christians by our love."
Évangile du dimanche - Le message de l'Évangile d'aujourd'hui est simple : aimez les autres comme Jésus les a aimés. Cet acte d'amour démontre l'appel de Dieu à suivre le Christ et à être des témoins de l'Évangile pour lui dans le monde. Une chanson populaire nous dit la même chose : « Ils sauront que nous sommes chrétiens par notre amour ».
These soon-to-be Kindergarteners are bursting with excitement for school this fall!
We’ve extended our photo contest deadline to May 20 - so there’s still time to join the fun!
Snap a photo, get creative over the long weekend, and send in your entry for a chance to win a brand-new PLASMA CAR!
Let’s see those smiles, signs, and school spirit!
For contest details click: https://www.lrcssd.ca/article/2192155
Sharing the Faith: Celebrating the Discipleship of Catholic School Teachers
Teachers and principals from all schools gathered for Mass and a Sharing the Faith celebration honouring Year 1 and Year 2 teachers who are growing in their vocation and embracing what it means to be Catholic educators.
From praying before games and exams to leading music ministry and creating space for spiritual reflection, these teachers are living the mission of Catholic education each day. Their work is already making a meaningful difference—helping students feel seen, supported, and connected to their faith in ways that last a lifetime.
Their commitment to forming the whole child, mind, body, and spirit - through Gospel witness and intentional Catholic teaching exemplifies faith in action.
Click the link to view the full gallery www.lrcssd.ca/o/lcsd/page/photo-galleries
The Skipperoos wowed us with an amazing display of their talents, showcasing incredible skill and teamwork! Their energetic performance has certainly ignited excitement as we look forward to Jump Rope for Heart this Thursday. Students are eager to skip and raise funds for the vital work of the Heart and Stroke Foundation. If you'd like to support this worthy cause, there's still time to donate!
As part of our ongoing commitment to mental health awareness, our students recently enjoyed an engaging scavenger hunt. Each student received a sensory tool as a fun reward for discovering a puzzle piece. A big thank you to our dedicated Mental Health Team for organizing this activity!
Our administrative team from École Notre Dame Elementary School delivered an insightful presentation recapping the wonderful celebrations and areas of progress from this school year. We also got a glimpse into the innovative education plans for 2025-2026!
Sunday Gospel - Jesus asks us today to build a deeper connection with Him and God through prayers, and listening to His voice. He speaks of His love, guidance and promise of eternal life...we simply must trust in Him and follow Him.
Évangile du dimanche - Jésus nous demande aujourd'hui d'établir un lien plus profond avec lui et avec Dieu en priant et en écoutant sa voix. Il nous parle de son amour, de ses conseils et de sa promesse de vie éternelle... nous devons simplement avoir confiance en lui et le suivre.
Happy Mother's Day to all the amazing women who care for and look after our little ones. May the Good Lord bless you today and always.
Bonne fête des mères à toutes les femmes extraordinaires qui s'occupent de nos petits. Que le Bon Dieu vous bénisse aujourd'hui et toujours.
Celebrating our Jordan Principle Teddy Bear Picnic, we honour the vital legacy of Jordan River Anderson and the ongoing commitment to ensuring equitable access to services for all First Nations children. May this gathering strengthen our resolve to uphold Jordan's Principle, fostering a future where every child receives the care and support they rightfully deserve.
Lakeland Catholic Schools celebrates the announcement of Pope Leo XIV.
With hope, let us pray!!
#IBelieveinCatholicEd
Hats On for Mental Health! 🧢💚
Students at École Notre Dame Elementary showed their creativity and spirit by designing their own white hats - each one as unique as they are!
Thank you to Imperial Oil Cold Lake for sponsoring this amazing Mental Health Matters initiative and helping us celebrate wellness in our school community.
This past weekend, Siobhan Squires from AJSH attended the annual Catholic Educators' SPICE retreat, with others from our division, to receive her Excellence in Catholic Education Award from the Conference of Catholic School Superintendents of Alberta among her peers from throughout the province.
As we prepare for Conclave to open on May 7, please join us in praying for the cardinals of the church.
📸 Reminder! Our Kindergarten Photo Contest is open!
If your child is registered for Kindergarten at Lakeland Catholic for the 2025–2026 school year, don’t miss your chance to enter and win a brand new PlasmaCar!
🎉 It’s easy to enter - just grab your sign and snap a photo!
📍 Full details here: https://www.lrcssd.ca/article/2192155
It’s Teacher Appreciation Week! We’re here to celebrate the superheroes of education! Your boundless enthusiasm, creativity, and dedication light up the classroom and shape the future.🍎
