A new year invites renewed purpose. In January, we turn to Rights and Responsibilities—a Catholic Social Teaching that affirms both our shared freedoms and our obligation to use them in service of the common good.
In our schools, this comes to life through respect, accountability, and choosing to care for one another each day.
Learn more about the Catholic Social Teachings that guide our faith and our schools:
🔗 https://www.lrcssd.ca/page/catholic-social-teachings
In our schools, this comes to life through respect, accountability, and choosing to care for one another each day.
Learn more about the Catholic Social Teachings that guide our faith and our schools:
🔗 https://www.lrcssd.ca/page/catholic-social-teachings
❄️ Winter Weather & LCSD School Days ❄️
As winter weather sets in, we want families to feel informed and supported when conditions change. Our Transportation Department monitors road conditions, visibility, extreme cold, and weather warnings early each morning, with conditions assessed daily at 6:00 a.m.
On winter weather days, bus cancellations may occur, while schools remain open, and learning continues for students who can attend safely.
When morning bus cancellations occur, an afternoon transportation update will be provided if conditions are expected to change. In cases of severe or sustained extreme cold, bus cancellations may remain in place for the full day.
Timely updates are shared through the Bus Status App and social media channels.
As winter weather sets in, we want families to feel informed and supported when conditions change. Our Transportation Department monitors road conditions, visibility, extreme cold, and weather warnings early each morning, with conditions assessed daily at 6:00 a.m.
On winter weather days, bus cancellations may occur, while schools remain open, and learning continues for students who can attend safely.
When morning bus cancellations occur, an afternoon transportation update will be provided if conditions are expected to change. In cases of severe or sustained extreme cold, bus cancellations may remain in place for the full day.
Timely updates are shared through the Bus Status App and social media channels.
Today is the final day! 🚨🗓️
Our 2026–2027 Calendar Survey closes at 12:00 PM, and we would greatly appreciate your input before it ends.
💬 Your feedback supports meaningful planning for students, families, and staff.
👉 Take the survey now:
https://www.lrcssd.ca/forms/lakeland-catholic-2026-2027-calendar-survey
Thank you for sharing your voice with us! ✨
Just 2 days left! ⌛💬
We’re finalizing the 2026–2027 School Calendar and want to make sure your voice is included.
If you haven’t submitted the survey yet, now’s the time!
🗳️ Share what matters most to you:
https://www.lrcssd.ca/forms/lakeland-catholic-2026-2027-calendar-survey
We’re finalizing the 2026–2027 School Calendar and want to make sure your voice is included.
If you haven’t submitted the survey yet, now’s the time!
🗳️ Share what matters most to you:
https://www.lrcssd.ca/forms/lakeland-catholic-2026-2027-calendar-survey
🎉 Happy New Year from Lakeland Catholic Schools! 🎉
As we welcome this new year, may the light of Christ guide our hearts, our homes, and our schools with hope, peace, and purpose.
"For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord, plans for your welfare and not for harm, to give you a future with hope."
— Jeremiah 29:11
As we welcome this new year, may the light of Christ guide our hearts, our homes, and our schools with hope, peace, and purpose.
"For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord, plans for your welfare and not for harm, to give you a future with hope."
— Jeremiah 29:11
Merry Christmas from all of us at Lakeland Catholic
May your heart be filled with peace, your home with joy, and your life with the light of Christ this Christmas season.
"For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given... and he is named Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace."
— Isaiah 9:6
Wishing you and your loved ones a truly blessed and joyful Christmas.
May your heart be filled with peace, your home with joy, and your life with the light of Christ this Christmas season.
"For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given... and he is named Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace."
— Isaiah 9:6
Wishing you and your loved ones a truly blessed and joyful Christmas.
🗓️The 2026–2027 LCSD Calendar Survey closes soon, and we’d love to hear from as many families and staff as possible.
Your feedback helps guide decisions on:
✨ School start/end dates
✨ What works best for students and families
📣 If you haven’t yet, please take a moment to complete the survey:
https://www.lrcssd.ca/forms/lakeland-catholic-2026-2027-calendar-survey
We wish you a season filled with joy, laughter, and meaningful moments with those you love.
As we celebrate the birth of our Saviour, may Christ’s peace and hope fill your homes and hearts.
Our schools will be closed from December 22 to January 4 for Christmas Break.
We look forward to welcoming everyone back on January 5.
Merry Christmas and happy holidays!
“Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace among those whom He favors.” — Luke 2:14
As we celebrate the birth of our Saviour, may Christ’s peace and hope fill your homes and hearts.
Our schools will be closed from December 22 to January 4 for Christmas Break.
We look forward to welcoming everyone back on January 5.
Merry Christmas and happy holidays!
“Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace among those whom He favors.” — Luke 2:14
🎉 Big news, Wildcats! We’re featured in LCSD’s Success Stories this month!
Read all about it at www.lrcssd.ca/news
Read all about it at www.lrcssd.ca/news
Our high school EAL (English as an Additional Language) students at Notre Dame High School put their creativity to work today, designing and building gingerbread houses as teams of architects and engineers. Using sweet treats, imagination, and icing, students collaborated to create festive masterpieces.
Thank you to Oksana and Paola from Action for Healthy Communities for supporting our EAL students and helping build community—one gumdrop at a time.
Thank you to Oksana and Paola from Action for Healthy Communities for supporting our EAL students and helping build community—one gumdrop at a time.
As we prepare our hearts for the celebration of Christmas, Lakeland Catholic School Division is pleased to share a special message from Archdiocesan Administrator Fr. Paul Kavanagh to the faithful of the Archdiocese of Edmonton.
In this brief video, Fr. Paul reflects the spirit of the season with words of gratitude and hope, and shares his commitment to pastoral service as he prepares to lead our local Church.
🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5LwKznMjJLQ
In this brief video, Fr. Paul reflects the spirit of the season with words of gratitude and hope, and shares his commitment to pastoral service as he prepares to lead our local Church.
🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5LwKznMjJLQ
Your Voice Matters! 📣🗓️ Lakeland Catholic is preparing the 2026–2027 School Calendar, and we want to hear from you — families, staff, and community members.
Your input helps us design a calendar that supports student learning, family routines, and community needs.
👉 Take the survey here:
https://www.lrcssd.ca/forms/lakeland-catholic-2026-2027-calendar-survey
Thank you for taking a few minutes to provide your input. Together, we can build a calendar that works for families and supports student success.
Your input helps us design a calendar that supports student learning, family routines, and community needs.
👉 Take the survey here:
https://www.lrcssd.ca/forms/lakeland-catholic-2026-2027-calendar-survey
Thank you for taking a few minutes to provide your input. Together, we can build a calendar that works for families and supports student success.
Lakeland Catholic – Afternoon Transportation Update
Due to current conditions, some bus routes are operating as scheduled, while others are cancelled. Please review the information below carefully for your community.
Bonnyville
Buses Running:
C03, C04, C05, C07, C09, C10, C12, C13, C14, C17, C18
Buses Not Running:
C01, C02, C06, C08, C11
Cold Lake
Buses Running:
C27, C28, C29, C30, C31, C32, C33, C36, C39
Buses Not Running:
C25, C26, C21, C22, C23, C24, C34, C37, C38
Lac La Biche
Buses Running:
C51, C52
Buses Not Running:
C54, C55
A reminder to check the Bus Stats App for up to date information on your child's bus status. Thank you for your understanding as we continue to prioritize the safety of our students and staff.
Due to current conditions, some bus routes are operating as scheduled, while others are cancelled. Please review the information below carefully for your community.
Bonnyville
Buses Running:
C03, C04, C05, C07, C09, C10, C12, C13, C14, C17, C18
Buses Not Running:
C01, C02, C06, C08, C11
Cold Lake
Buses Running:
C27, C28, C29, C30, C31, C32, C33, C36, C39
Buses Not Running:
C25, C26, C21, C22, C23, C24, C34, C37, C38
Lac La Biche
Buses Running:
C51, C52
Buses Not Running:
C54, C55
A reminder to check the Bus Stats App for up to date information on your child's bus status. Thank you for your understanding as we continue to prioritize the safety of our students and staff.
Due to current weather conditions, all morning buses are cancelled today. Schools remain open and classes are in session. The safety and well-being of our students, staff, and families is our top priority. For those who are travelling this morning, please do so with care. We will provide an afternoon transportation update as soon as further information becomes available. Thank you for your understanding and please stay safe.
École Notre Dame High School welcomed the Christmas season with a terrific band performance earlier this week! 🎄✨
Our students delivered lively and well-prepared Christmas pieces that set a joyful tone for the evening. We were also honoured to welcome Gexne Brass from the 4 Wing Band as special guests, opening the event with an engaging performance.
Thank you to all the parents and families who joined us — your support helped make the night truly meaningful.
#ndhsjoy #NDHSWildcats #WildcatStrong
Our students delivered lively and well-prepared Christmas pieces that set a joyful tone for the evening. We were also honoured to welcome Gexne Brass from the 4 Wing Band as special guests, opening the event with an engaging performance.
Thank you to all the parents and families who joined us — your support helped make the night truly meaningful.
#ndhsjoy #NDHSWildcats #WildcatStrong
Lakeland Catholic School Division is pleased to share a special message from Archbishop-Designate Stephen Hero to the faithful of the Archdiocese of Edmonton. In this short video, His Grace offers words of gratitude, hope, and a heartfelt pledge of pastoral service as he prepares to lead our local Church.
🔗https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oLQ6c5z7NVM&t=3s
Archbishop-Designate Hero will be formally installed as the eighth Archbishop of Edmonton on January 23, 2026, at St. Joseph’s Basilica.
Thank you for sharing this message within your school community. Please join us in praying for Archbishop-Designate Hero as he prepares to begin his ministry.
🔗https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oLQ6c5z7NVM&t=3s
Archbishop-Designate Hero will be formally installed as the eighth Archbishop of Edmonton on January 23, 2026, at St. Joseph’s Basilica.
Thank you for sharing this message within your school community. Please join us in praying for Archbishop-Designate Hero as he prepares to begin his ministry.
This summer, Maggie completed her Careers internship at the Bonnyville Health Care Centre, where she gained invaluable hands-on experience in multiple departments—from Emergency and Long-Term Care to the Operating Room.
Elizabeth Moon, one of her supervisors, shared that “Maggie consistently demonstrated professionalism, initiative, and a thoughtful approach that made her a valued member of our team.” Her eagerness to learn, emotional intelligence, and deep respect for patients and staff were evident every day.
For Maggie, this internship confirmed her passion for nursing. From observing surgeries to supporting patients in recovery, she developed a deeper understanding of the teamwork and compassion that define healthcare—and it strengthened her commitment to the field.
👏 Congratulations, Maggie! Your dedication, curiosity, and heart exemplify the qualities of a future healthcare leader. We are incredibly proud of you! 💙🩺✨
#GreatLoveLCSD #ndhsjoy #NDHSWildcats #WildcatStrong #YouthInTrades #CAREERS #CAREERSNextGen
Elizabeth Moon, one of her supervisors, shared that “Maggie consistently demonstrated professionalism, initiative, and a thoughtful approach that made her a valued member of our team.” Her eagerness to learn, emotional intelligence, and deep respect for patients and staff were evident every day.
For Maggie, this internship confirmed her passion for nursing. From observing surgeries to supporting patients in recovery, she developed a deeper understanding of the teamwork and compassion that define healthcare—and it strengthened her commitment to the field.
👏 Congratulations, Maggie! Your dedication, curiosity, and heart exemplify the qualities of a future healthcare leader. We are incredibly proud of you! 💙🩺✨
#GreatLoveLCSD #ndhsjoy #NDHSWildcats #WildcatStrong #YouthInTrades #CAREERS #CAREERSNextGen
Grade 9–12 students at École Notre Dame High School were blessed with a dynamic and heartfelt performance from Eric Reinhart’s You’re Not Alone Tour today. Through music and testimony, Eric encouraged students to lean on God’s presence.
After reflecting on Solidarity, December turns our focus to the Catholic Social Teaching of the Preferential Option for the Poor and Vulnerable. This teaching reminds us that every person is created in the image of God, and that we are called to give special care to those facing hardship — whether through financial strain, illness, loneliness, grief, or any struggle that brings poorness of the heart.
As we continue our Advent journey, this message becomes even more meaningful. Advent prepares us to welcome Christ, who drew near to those most in need. When we extend compassion, patience, and generosity to others, we become Christ for one another — offering His light in moments where it is needed most.
This month, may we keep our hearts open to those who may be carrying visible or unseen burdens. Small acts of care can lift others up and remind them they are not alone.
Thank you for joining us in learning about and living out the teachings that guide our faith and our schools.
Learn more about Catholic Social Teachings at Lakeland Catholic:
https://www.lrcssd.ca/page/catholic-social-teachings
As we continue our Advent journey, this message becomes even more meaningful. Advent prepares us to welcome Christ, who drew near to those most in need. When we extend compassion, patience, and generosity to others, we become Christ for one another — offering His light in moments where it is needed most.
This month, may we keep our hearts open to those who may be carrying visible or unseen burdens. Small acts of care can lift others up and remind them they are not alone.
Thank you for joining us in learning about and living out the teachings that guide our faith and our schools.
Learn more about Catholic Social Teachings at Lakeland Catholic:
https://www.lrcssd.ca/page/catholic-social-teachings
As we begin the sacred season of Advent, students from Light of Christ Catholic School and École Notre Dame High School help us reflect on the first candle—the Candle of Hope, also called the Prophecy Candle.
This candle reminds us of God’s enduring promise and the deep hope we hold in the coming birth of Jesus Christ, the Light of the World. As we hear in Scripture:
“The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light” - Isaiah 9:2
Hope is the light that guides us—renewing our spirits, strengthening our faith, and inviting us to trust fully in God’s faithfulness.
We invite you to watch our Advent Week 1 video and join us in prayerful preparation as we journey toward welcoming the birth of our Saviour. https://youtu.be/TLmvfLMiO68
This candle reminds us of God’s enduring promise and the deep hope we hold in the coming birth of Jesus Christ, the Light of the World. As we hear in Scripture:
“The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light” - Isaiah 9:2
Hope is the light that guides us—renewing our spirits, strengthening our faith, and inviting us to trust fully in God’s faithfulness.
We invite you to watch our Advent Week 1 video and join us in prayerful preparation as we journey toward welcoming the birth of our Saviour. https://youtu.be/TLmvfLMiO68
