In September, our Lakeland Catholic schools spent time reflecting on the Catholic Social Teaching of Human Dignity—reminding us that every person is created in God’s image and deserves respect, care, and compassion.
As October begins, our focus turns to The Common Good. This teaching calls us to look beyond ourselves and work together so that every person has the chance to thrive.
You can learn more about all of the Catholic Social Teachings, along with helpful resources for your family, at: https://www.lrcssd.ca/page/catholic-social-teachings
As October begins, our focus turns to The Common Good. This teaching calls us to look beyond ourselves and work together so that every person has the chance to thrive.
You can learn more about all of the Catholic Social Teachings, along with helpful resources for your family, at: https://www.lrcssd.ca/page/catholic-social-teachings


At their September 17 meeting, the Board of Trustees reviewed key updates for Lakeland Catholic schools.
Click the links below to learn more:
Board Spotlight: https://5il.co/3qcw7
Full Article: https://www.lrcssd.ca/article/2451487
Click the links below to learn more:
Board Spotlight: https://5il.co/3qcw7
Full Article: https://www.lrcssd.ca/article/2451487

We’re Hiring!
Looking for a meaningful way to support students each day? Join our team as a Student Assistant at École Notre Dame Elementary School in Bonnyville.
👉 Apply today: https://www.lrcssd.ca/o/lcsd/page/career-opportunities
Looking for a meaningful way to support students each day? Join our team as a Student Assistant at École Notre Dame Elementary School in Bonnyville.
👉 Apply today: https://www.lrcssd.ca/o/lcsd/page/career-opportunities

Join Our Team!
Lakeland Catholic is hiring Casual Custodians in:
Cold Lake
Bonnyville
Lac La Biche
Custodians play an essential role in keeping our schools clean, safe, and welcoming for students and staff.
👉 Apply today: https://www.lrcssd.ca/o/lcsd/page/career-opportunities

IGNITE Faith Retreat ✨
Yesterday, students from all 8 of our schools came together for the very first IGNITE Faith Retreat of the year! Through prayer, music, and reflection, our students celebrated LCSD's faith with the theme “Small things with great love,” inspired by St. Teresa of Calcutta. What a beautiful way to begin our journey of faith together this school year!
Yesterday, students from all 8 of our schools came together for the very first IGNITE Faith Retreat of the year! Through prayer, music, and reflection, our students celebrated LCSD's faith with the theme “Small things with great love,” inspired by St. Teresa of Calcutta. What a beautiful way to begin our journey of faith together this school year!



We’re Hiring! ✨
Ready to make a difference in students’ communication development? Lakeland Catholic School Division is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) for a temporary part-time position (0.80 FTE) in Bonnyville, AB.
📅 Start Date: November 3, 2025
📝 Application Deadline: October 10, 2025
👉 Learn more and apply today: lrcssd.ca/career-opportunities
Ready to make a difference in students’ communication development? Lakeland Catholic School Division is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) for a temporary part-time position (0.80 FTE) in Bonnyville, AB.
📅 Start Date: November 3, 2025
📝 Application Deadline: October 10, 2025
👉 Learn more and apply today: lrcssd.ca/career-opportunities

Today, two of our three Lakeland Catholic Schools in Cold Lake, received concerning phone threats. Out of an abundance of caution, St. Dominic Elementary School, Holy Cross Elementary School and Assumption Jr/Sr High School moved into Emergency Response Procedures.
All students and staff are safe, and our emergency protocols were followed with care and professionalism. We are especially thankful to the RCMP for their diligent response, ongoing support, and clear guidance as we worked together to keep everyone safe. We continue to work in collaboration with them.
We are grateful for the compassion shown across our school communities.
All students and staff are safe, and our emergency protocols were followed with care and professionalism. We are especially thankful to the RCMP for their diligent response, ongoing support, and clear guidance as we worked together to keep everyone safe. We continue to work in collaboration with them.
We are grateful for the compassion shown across our school communities.

Today, students at École Notre Dame Elementary, École Dr. Brosseau Middle School, and École Notre Dame High School held their first fire drills of the year. These practices ensure that, in an emergency, every student knows where to go and what to do.
Fire drills take only a few minutes and play an important role in supporting student safety and preparedness in our schools.
Fire drills take only a few minutes and play an important role in supporting student safety and preparedness in our schools.
Instrument Zoo at Dr. Brosseau! 🎶
ÉNDHS Vice Principal James de Sousa and his band students brought a wide range of instruments to École Dr. Brosseau Middle School — creating an unforgettable Instrument Zoo!
From trumpets to trombones, students had the chance to explore, listen, and even try them out. What a fun, hands-on way to discover the joy of music! 🎶
ÉNDHS Vice Principal James de Sousa and his band students brought a wide range of instruments to École Dr. Brosseau Middle School — creating an unforgettable Instrument Zoo!
From trumpets to trombones, students had the chance to explore, listen, and even try them out. What a fun, hands-on way to discover the joy of music! 🎶
📢 Final Call for Trustee Nominations
Nominations are closing soon, but one seat remains to be filled in Ward 2 (Cold Lake).
📅 When: Tomorrow, from 10:00 a.m. – Noon
📍 Where: Nomination papers must be submitted at Lakeland Catholic School Division Office.
This is the final opportunity to put your name forward for this term and serve as a trustee for Lakeland Catholic School Division.
For more information, please contact our Returning Officer at 780-826-3764 or visit https://www.lrcssd.ca/page/2025-trustee-election-information
Nominations are closing soon, but one seat remains to be filled in Ward 2 (Cold Lake).
📅 When: Tomorrow, from 10:00 a.m. – Noon
📍 Where: Nomination papers must be submitted at Lakeland Catholic School Division Office.
This is the final opportunity to put your name forward for this term and serve as a trustee for Lakeland Catholic School Division.
For more information, please contact our Returning Officer at 780-826-3764 or visit https://www.lrcssd.ca/page/2025-trustee-election-information

🌟 GrACE Champions: Celebrating Faith in Action at Lakeland Catholic 🌟
GrACE — Grateful Advocates for Catholic Education — is dedicated to strengthening Catholic education and celebrating the gift it brings to our communities. This month, Lakeland Catholic is recognized as a GrACE Champion, highlighting how students and staff are embracing their faith in meaningful ways.
From retreats and IGNITE faith groups to social justice campaigns, Catholic Social Teaching, and prayer initiatives, faith is being lived out each day. Inspired by the call to “do small things with great love,” we are opening hearts, minds, and doors through Christ our Model, and Children our Focus.
Read more in the GrACE Newsletter ➡️ https://secure.smore.com/n/0e17f4-grace-newsletter
#IBelieveInCatholicEd #GrACEChampions
GrACE — Grateful Advocates for Catholic Education — is dedicated to strengthening Catholic education and celebrating the gift it brings to our communities. This month, Lakeland Catholic is recognized as a GrACE Champion, highlighting how students and staff are embracing their faith in meaningful ways.
From retreats and IGNITE faith groups to social justice campaigns, Catholic Social Teaching, and prayer initiatives, faith is being lived out each day. Inspired by the call to “do small things with great love,” we are opening hearts, minds, and doors through Christ our Model, and Children our Focus.
Read more in the GrACE Newsletter ➡️ https://secure.smore.com/n/0e17f4-grace-newsletter
#IBelieveInCatholicEd #GrACEChampions

⚠️NOTICE OF NOMINATION DAY🗳️
A reminder that Nomination Day closes TODAY at 12:00 p.m.
All interested candidates must book an appointment with the Returning Officer before the deadline.
📌 For full details on the process, requirements, and resources, visit:
👉 https://www.lrcssd.ca/page/2025-trustee-election-information
A reminder that Nomination Day closes TODAY at 12:00 p.m.
All interested candidates must book an appointment with the Returning Officer before the deadline.
📌 For full details on the process, requirements, and resources, visit:
👉 https://www.lrcssd.ca/page/2025-trustee-election-information

🕊️ International Day of Peace
On this day, we are reminded of the power of compassion, understanding, and faith in creating a more peaceful world.
"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God."
— Matthew 5:9
On this day, we are reminded of the power of compassion, understanding, and faith in creating a more peaceful world.
"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God."
— Matthew 5:9

We’re Hiring!
Assumption Junior Senior High School in Cold Lake is seeking a full-time Student Assistant to join our team.
If you’re passionate about supporting students in a faith-filled learning environment and making a difference, apply today!
👉 lrcssd.ca/o/lcsd/page/career-opportunities
Assumption Junior Senior High School in Cold Lake is seeking a full-time Student Assistant to join our team.
If you’re passionate about supporting students in a faith-filled learning environment and making a difference, apply today!
👉 lrcssd.ca/o/lcsd/page/career-opportunities

École Notre Dame Elementary School has been awarded a national MusiCounts grant! 🎶
Only 85 schools across Canada were selected, and this recognition will bring new instruments and resources to strengthen music education for ÉNDE students!
Read the full news release here ➡️ https://www.lrcssd.ca/article/2427924
Only 85 schools across Canada were selected, and this recognition will bring new instruments and resources to strengthen music education for ÉNDE students!
Read the full news release here ➡️ https://www.lrcssd.ca/article/2427924

TODAY! Stop by the Lakeland Co-op Gas Bar in Bonnyville and support NDHS Fuel Good Day!
Fill up your tank, grab a burger, coffee, or slush — every purchase helps raise funds for Hungry for Change!
Superintendent Sheldon Germain joined students and staff this morning to support this important cause.
#FuelGoodDay
Fill up your tank, grab a burger, coffee, or slush — every purchase helps raise funds for Hungry for Change!
Superintendent Sheldon Germain joined students and staff this morning to support this important cause.
#FuelGoodDay
We’re hiring Deputy Returning Officers (Poll Clerks) to support the 2025 Trustee Election.
✔️ Paid training provided
✔️ $250/day plus mileage
✔️ Be part of a process that supports Catholic education and your local community
📅 Election Day: October 20, 2025
Apply today through: https://www.lrcssd.ca/o/lcsd/page/career-opportunities
✔️ Paid training provided
✔️ $250/day plus mileage
✔️ Be part of a process that supports Catholic education and your local community
📅 Election Day: October 20, 2025
Apply today through: https://www.lrcssd.ca/o/lcsd/page/career-opportunities

We are seeking a Presiding Deputy Returning Officer (PDRO) to lead a polling station during the 2025 Trustee Election.
✔️ $300/day plus mileage
✔️ Paid training provided ($150)
✔️ Serve your community in a meaningful way
📅 Election Day: October 20, 2025
Apply today through: https://www.lrcssd.ca/o/lcsd/page/career-opportunities
✔️ $300/day plus mileage
✔️ Paid training provided ($150)
✔️ Serve your community in a meaningful way
📅 Election Day: October 20, 2025
Apply today through: https://www.lrcssd.ca/o/lcsd/page/career-opportunities

With fall approaching and Alberta weather changing quickly, it’s important for families to stay prepared for bus delays and cancellations. Student safety comes first, and these tools help parents stay informed.
Parents are encouraged to sign up for the Here Comes the Bus app, which provides live updates on your child’s bus location and arrival times.
How to sign up for Here Comes the Bus:
✅ Download the Here Comes the Bus app or visit herecomesthebus.com
✅ Click the Sign Up button
✅ Enter school code 94514 and click Next, followed by Confirm
✅ Complete the User Profile box
✅ Under My Students, click Add. Enter your child’s last name and student ID number (found on your child’s most recent report card or in SchoolEngage)
✅ Once you confirm your information, you’re ready to begin!
🚌 Please also remember to check our Bus Status page for the latest updates on delays and cancellations: https://lrcssd.busstatus.ca/
For more information on LCSD’s Transportation, please visit: https://www.lrcssd.ca/page/transportation
Parents are encouraged to sign up for the Here Comes the Bus app, which provides live updates on your child’s bus location and arrival times.
How to sign up for Here Comes the Bus:
✅ Download the Here Comes the Bus app or visit herecomesthebus.com
✅ Click the Sign Up button
✅ Enter school code 94514 and click Next, followed by Confirm
✅ Complete the User Profile box
✅ Under My Students, click Add. Enter your child’s last name and student ID number (found on your child’s most recent report card or in SchoolEngage)
✅ Once you confirm your information, you’re ready to begin!
🚌 Please also remember to check our Bus Status page for the latest updates on delays and cancellations: https://lrcssd.busstatus.ca/
For more information on LCSD’s Transportation, please visit: https://www.lrcssd.ca/page/transportation

Due to heavy fog this morning, all buses will be delayed by at least 30 minutes. Thank you for your patience as we work to ensure students arrive safely.

