At Lakeland Catholic, we do not respond to bullying or harmful behaviours with campaigns alone—we respond with identity.
Our mission, Christ Our Model. Children Our Focus., calls us to form hearts, minds, and souls in a way that reflects the dignity of every person as a child of God.

While Alberta continues to strengthen supports and prevention programs for violence, bullying, and abuse, our Catholic approach begins with the Gospel truth at the centre of our work:

Every person is created in the image and likeness of God, deserving of honour, compassion, and safety.
This conviction shapes our culture long before harmful behaviours take root..

Our faith theme, Do Small Things with Great Love, guides our daily work with students. Small acts of kindness — a welcome, an apology, an invitation to belong — are the building blocks of safe, supportive school communities.

Guided by Catholic Social Teaching, we uphold:

• Dignity of the Human Person
  We honour the inherent worth of every student and staff member.

• The Common Good
  We nurture communities where each person can flourish.

• Solidarity
  We stand with those who are hurting, isolated, or afraid.

If a student or staff member is experiencing harm, we want them to know:

You are not alone.
You are loved.
You are safe with us.

There is help, there is hope, and there is healing.
We accompany families with care, ensuring they know where immediate supports and provincial resources are available—because accompaniment is part of our call.

Bullying is not only a behavioural concern; it is a wound to relationship.
Our response is not simply corrective—it is formative.

We cultivate:

• Classrooms where respect is normal

• Hallways where every child feels seen

• Conversations that build character

• Leadership rooted in compassion and courage

• A culture where belonging is expected, not exceptional

This is the work of evangelization: helping young people know who they are, Whose they are, and how they are called to treat one another through the eyes of Christ.

As Catholic leaders, we do not simply enforce expectations—we form disciples.
We model:

• Mercy in conflict

• Courage in accountability

• Compassion in correction

• Patience in guiding growth

• Prayer in moments of struggle

Together, we shape cultures where kindness becomes instinctive and where Christ’s love is the measure of every interaction.