École Notre Dame Elementary School

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.🍎

Sunday Gospel - "Feed My Sheep" - Jesus asked Peter to restore and lead His church. Jesus asked His disciples to throw their nets back in the water when they were tired and did not catch many fish. In the same he is asking us today, to let go of the control that we seek and put out trust in Him. To be vulnerable and rely on Him. Évangile du dimanche - « Pais mes brebis » - Jésus a demandé à Pierre de restaurer et de diriger son Église. Jésus a demandé à ses disciples de remettre leurs filets à l'eau lorsqu'ils étaient fatigués et qu'ils n'avaient pas attrapé beaucoup de poissons. De la même manière, il nous demande aujourd'hui de laisser tomber le contrôle que nous recherchons et de mettre notre confiance en lui. D'être vulnérables et de nous en remettre à lui.

📢 Enrollment Confirmation is NOW OPEN for 2025–2026! Parents and guardians, check your inbox! An Enrollment Confirmation Form has been sent by email and are completed through SchoolEngage. ✅ Confirm your child’s enrollment ✅ Optionally update student information Let’s get ready for another great year at Lakeland Catholic!

Tomorrow is the big night....DANCE TIME!!!!!

Today we give a special shout-out to our incredible principals and vice-principals! Your leadership, vision, and dedication to our schools make a profound impact. Thank you for guiding us toward success and creating a nurturing environment where everyone can thrive. We appreciate you!

Lakeland Catholic Schools Mourns Pope Francis Novena for the Repose of His Holiness (Day 9) Merciful and loving God, We come before You with hearts full of gratitude and sorrow as we remember Your servant, Pope Francis. You called him to be a shepherd to Your people, a voice for the poor, and a sign of Your mercy to the world. As we entrust him to Your eternal care, we ask You to welcome him into the joy of Your heavenly kingdom. Grant him peace, and give us strength to carry forward the light of his witness. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. Prayer for the Church: As we commend Pope Francis to Your mercy, we pray for the Church he loved and served. May the Holy Spirit guide those who will choose the next pope. May the Church continue to shine with the light of Christ, inspired by Pope Francis’s life of service, humility, and love. Our Father… Hail Mary… Glory Be… Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, And let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, Through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen. #IBelieveinCatholicEd

IT'S DANCE TIME!!!!! May 2nd...get ready!!!

Lakeland Catholic Schools Mourns Pope Francis Novena for the Repose of His Holiness (Day 8) Merciful and loving God, We come before You with hearts full of gratitude and sorrow as we remember Your servant, Pope Francis. You called him to be a shepherd to Your people, a voice for the poor, and a sign of Your mercy to the world. As we entrust him to Your eternal care, we ask You to welcome him into the joy of Your heavenly kingdom. Grant him peace, and give us strength to carry forward the light of his witness. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. Legacy of Hope: Pope Francis encouraged us to be messengers of hope in a broken world. Through his words and actions, he reminded us that the Church is a place of welcome, joy, and new life. May his legacy live on in our hearts and guide future generations toward Christ. Our Father… Hail Mary… Glory Be… Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, And let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, Through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen. #IBelieveinCatholicEd

Today, all Lakeland Catholic Schools participated in a Memorial Liturgy for Pope Francis with reflections of the Funeral Mass for His Holiness. #IBelieveinCatholicEd

Keep up with what is happening this week with the Week at a Glance.

Where would we be without our amazing volunteers? Your tireless efforts are the backbone of so many vital school programs. Thank you and Merci – for your extraordinary generosity and the countless ways you give back. We are deeply thankful. May God continue to bless you all.