📣 New Principal Announcement for Holy Cross Elementary School
Lakeland Catholic School Division is pleased to announce that Zachary Staff has been appointed Principal of Holy Cross Elementary School for the 2025–2026 school year.
Zachary is a dedicated Catholic educator whose leadership is rooted in faith, compassion, and a deep commitment to student success. He brings a heart for service and a thoughtful approach to building strong school communities guided by Gospel values.
We are confident that under his leadership, Holy Cross Elementary will continue to thrive as a place where students grow in wisdom, faith, and excellence.
Please join us in welcoming Mr. Staff to Holy Cross and congratulating him on this new chapter of leadership! 🎉
👉 Read the full press release: https://www.lrcssd.ca/news
Take a look back at an incredible April, Wildcats! Catch the latest LCSD highlights and celebrations: www.lrcssd.ca/news
Today is World Catholic Education Day!
Lakeland Catholic celebrates the sacred mission of Catholic education - where faith is lived, truth is boldly upheld, and Christ is the centre of all we do.
We give thanks for the gift of publicly funded Catholic education, where students are formed in mind, body, and spirit.
Lakeland Catholic prays for all students, staff, families, and leaders who witness the Gospel each day through teaching, learning, and service.
May the Holy Spirit continue to guide our schools in wisdom, grace, and truth.
This Thursday, May 29, we invite all school communities to wear blue in honour of World Catholic Education Day and in devotion to Mary, Mother of God.
In the Catholic tradition, blue symbolizes piety, sincerity, and the faithful motherhood of Mary.
As Catholic educators, we look to Mary as our model - gentle in love, bold in faith, and devoted to her Son, our saviour, Jesus Christ.
Join Lakeland Catholic on Thursday May 29 for World Catholic Education Day! Celebrated 40 days after Easter, on the Feast of the Ascension. On this day, we honour the sacred mission of Catholic education, where academic excellence and spiritual formation walk hand in hand.
From the earliest learners to graduating leaders, Catholic schools help students discover their identity as beloved children of God.
Let us rejoice in the gift of Catholic education - shared in classrooms, lived in faith, and led by Christ.
Track & Field Day at NDH & AJSH!
Despite the cold temperatures, students from Notre Dame High and Assumption Jr/Sr High hit the track at Walsh Field with determination and spirit. From hurdles to long jumps, it was a day full of energy, effort, and school pride - rain, wind, and all! Thank you to all the students, staff, and volunteers who braved the chilly weather!
With joyful hearts, Lakeland Catholic Schools welcome Pope Leo XIV as the successor of St. Peter. As a new shepherd for our time, we pray that his papacy be anchored in the teachings of Christ and a beacon of hope to the faithful.
Photo Credit: Vatican News
Sharing the Faith: Celebrating the Discipleship of Catholic School Teachers
Teachers and principals from all schools gathered for Mass and a Sharing the Faith celebration honouring Year 1 and Year 2 teachers who are growing in their vocation and embracing what it means to be Catholic educators.
From praying before games and exams to leading music ministry and creating space for spiritual reflection, these teachers are living the mission of Catholic education each day. Their work is already making a meaningful difference—helping students feel seen, supported, and connected to their faith in ways that last a lifetime.
Their commitment to forming the whole child, mind, body, and spirit - through Gospel witness and intentional Catholic teaching exemplifies faith in action.
Click the link to view the full gallery www.lrcssd.ca/o/lcsd/page/photo-galleries
Day One at the Lakeland Regional Career Expo! NDHS students got hands-on with everything! From firefighting gear to welding, industrial trades, and safety training - the list goes on! 🔥👷♀️🚔 There’s something for every future path - come explore your options! 📍The expo is back again tomorrow as well! Now is a great chance to connect, learn, and get inspired!
Our administrative team from École Notre Dame High 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!
Lakeland Catholic Schools celebrates the announcement of Pope Leo XIV.
With hope, let us pray!!
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LCSD has excellence in teaching!
In Ms. Warshawski’s ELA 20-1 class, students brought Macbeth to life through creative, hands-on projects that showcased their understanding of the play. With guiding themes and reflection questions, each student explored the story in a unique and meaningful way - a testament to Ms. Warshawski’s inspiring approach to teaching.
Pictured here are LCSD’s new Deputy Superintendent of System Excellence, Jody Seymour, and NDHS Principal, Vince Spila, who stopped by to celebrate the incredible learning taking place in her classroom.
We’re proud to celebrate exceptional teaching that inspires students to think deeply, explore creatively, and learn meaningfully.
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.
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.🍎
📢 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!
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.
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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.
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Today, all Lakeland Catholic Schools participated in a Memorial Liturgy for Pope Francis with reflections of the Funeral Mass for His Holiness.
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