2025-2026 School Calendar Approved! ✅ The Lakeland Catholic Board of Trustees has approved the 2025-2026 Division Calendar, ensuring 180 instructional days for student learning and 196 operational days that include dedicated professional development for staff. 📅 Key Dates: ✔ First Day of School: August 28, 2025 ✔ Kindergarten staggered Start: August 28, 29 & September 2, 2025 ✔ Fall Break for Students: November 7-11, 2025 ✔ Christmas Break: December 22, 2025 – January 4, 2026 ✔ Easter Break: March 30 – April 6, 2026 ✔ Last Day of Instruction: June 25, 2026 This calendar reflects stakeholder feedback and our commitment to supporting student success while providing essential professional learning opportunities for our staff. 📖 View and download the full calendar here: https://www.lrcssd.ca/page/2025-26-lcsd-division-calendar
🎉 Celebrating Excellence in Education! 🎉
Lakeland Catholic is thrilled to recognize Paige Harper, this year’s Edwin Parr Award recipient! 🌟 As a dedicated educator at Holy Cross Elementary, Paige’s passion for teaching, commitment to student success, and leadership in Catholic education have made a tremendous impact in her school community.
📖 Read the full story here: https://www.lrcssd.ca/news
🎉Honoring Excellence in Catholic Education! 🎉
Lakeland Catholic is proud to celebrate Siobhan Squires, this year’s CCSSA Excellence in Catholic Education Award recipient! ✨ Siobhan’s unwavering commitment to faith-based learning, student mentorship, and fostering a Christ-centered school community sets her apart as a true leader in Catholic education.
Join us in celebrating Siobhan’s incredible achievement! 👏
📖 Read the full story here: https://www.lrcssd.ca/news
📜 Click here to view the full list of incredible nominees: https://5il.co/3b24f
🎊 Celebrating Dedication & Faith in Catholic Education! 🎊
Lakeland Catholic is thrilled to recognize Yolande Sheppard, this year’s Excellence in Catholic Education Support Staff Award recipient! ✨ Yolande’s unwavering faith, compassion, and commitment to supporting students and staff make her an invaluable part of our school community. Through her kindness, mentorship, and dedication to Catholic education, she truly embodies the spirit of Christ in all she does.
💙 Support staff play a vital role in shaping our schools, and we are proud to celebrate Yolande’s incredible impact! Join us in congratulating her on this well-deserved honor! 👏
📖 Read the full story here: https://www.lrcssd.ca/news
📜 And let’s hear it for our amazing nominees! Click here to view the full list: https://5il.co/3b24g
March 19 is the Feast Day of St. Joseph, a model of faith, humility, and devotion. Join us in reflecting on his steadfast love and gentle heart with this prayer:
O Glorious St. Joseph,
with your chaste and gentle heart, you responded to God's call to care for the Blessed Virgin Mary and Jesus, the only Son of God. I pray that you may make my heart like your own.
Amen.
May we follow his example of kindness, strength, and trust in God
LCSD celebrates excellence in teaching! Amanda’s passion for education shines at AJSH, bringing hands-on, engaging lessons to Science and STEAM. From osmosis experiments to engineering challenges, she inspires students daily - on and off the court. Her dedication extends beyond the classroom, coaching basketball and track and field.
As we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, we reflect on the beautiful symbolism of the shamrock and the Holy Trinity. ☘️✨ St. Patrick used the three leaves to represent the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit - three in one.
📷: Artwork by Julie Hammond, used with credit: https://juliehammondart.blogspot.com/2011/03/saint-patricks-trinity-shamrock.html
🎉 We Have a Winner! 🎉
A big congratulations to one of our newest École Notre Dame Elementary students, who has won a Family Tube Park Pass to Kinosoo Ridge as part of our Early Registration Contest! ⛄🎿
We’re excited to welcome you this fall and wish you a fantastic school year ahead! 🍎📚
Due to current weather conditions, some school buses may be delayed this afternoon. We appreciate your patience as our drivers prioritize safety on the roads.
LCSD is Hiring Summer Students!
Lakeland Catholic is looking for summer students to assist with groundskeeping and maintenance at our schools.
💼 Seasonal opportunity
📅 Start date: Summer 2025
📍 Work at LCSD school sites
Apply today at: https://lcsd150.simplication.com/Applicant/AttSearchex.aspx?DirectLink=1
📢 Honoring Leadership and Service 🎖️
Lakeland Catholic School Division Superintendent Sheldon Germain has been awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal by MP Laila Goodridge! This prestigious recognition celebrates his dedication to education, faith, and community. View the full press release at https://www.lrcssd.ca/news
Due to current weather conditions, some school buses may experience delays this afternoon. We appreciate your patience as our drivers prioritize safety on the roads.
Honoring Our Amazing Substitute Teachers 🍎
Substitute teachers do more than step in. They uplift, inspire, and keep the light of learning shining in our classrooms. Their flexibility, kindness, and dedication are a true blessing to our students, and schools.
🙏 "And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap if we do not give up." – Galatians 6:9
Thank you, substitute teachers, for answering the call to serve with patience and grace.
Mental Health Monday: Find Joy in Dance!
📢 Student Board Engagement at AJSH!
On March 5, student voices took center stage at Assumption Jr/Sr High School during our latest Board Engagement Session. These conversations are a vital part of shaping the future of education at Lakeland Catholic, ensuring that student perspectives are heard and valued.
💬 Read the full article: https://www.lrcssd.ca/news
🌟 Celebrating Inspiring Women in Leadership! 🌟
On this International Women’s Day, Lakeland Catholic proudly honors the remarkable women who lead, inspire, and make a lasting impact in our schools and communities. Their dedication to Catholic education is a true reflection of Christ’s call to serve with wisdom, compassion, and strength.
✨ Read more about these amazing leaders: https://www.lrcssd.ca/news
Happy International Women's Day!
Today, we celebrate the remarkable women in our division, our communities, and our lives who inspire, lead, and uplift those around them. Their faith, wisdom, and compassion make a lasting impact, shaping the world with grace and strength.
"The Lord bless you, my daughter. You are known as a woman of noble character." – Ruth 3:10-11
May we continue to honor and support the women who make a difference each day through their dedication, kindness, and leadership.
🚨 Exciting News! 🚨
The new Holy Family Catholic School is one step closer to reality! The project is officially out for tender, marking a major milestone in the journey toward creating an innovative, faith-filled learning space for students.
🔗 Read the full story here: https://www.lrcssd.ca/news
Today, our NDHS came together in faith for a meaningful Ash Wednesday service, marking the beginning of Lent, a time for reflection, renewal, and spiritual growth.
A special thank you to Fr. Rene for leading us in this special day. May this season be one of prayer, grace, and purpose for all.
