A Strong Start That Leads to Pathways of Excellence
Lakeland Catholic School Division is excited to welcome families with children entering Preschool (PK3 & PK4) and Kindergarten in Fall 2026 to our Early Learning Foundations Open House.
🏫 St. Dominic Elementary School
📅 Thursday, April 9
⏰ 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM (Drop in anytime!)
At Lakeland Catholic, we believe a strong start changes everything. Inspired by our faith theme of doing small things with great love, our LCSD Early Learning Foundations are intentionally designed to build early literacy, numeracy, confidence, and a love of learning — setting children up for success long before Grade 1.
During your visit, your child will:
🌿 Explore hands-on, play-based learning centres
🌿 Build early literacy and numeracy skills
🌿 Strengthen fine and gross motor development
🌿 Engage in faith-filled activities rooted in Christ
🌿 Meet caring school staff
We can’t wait to welcome our littlest learners and walk alongside them with great love.
Christ Our Model. Children Our Focus.

It was a joy to welcome you into our classrooms and see our youngest learners exploring, creating, and discovering in such meaningful ways.
At Lakeland Catholic, we are proud to nurture our littlest learners with great love—building strong foundations in literacy, numeracy, confidence, and faith.
There is still time to register for Fall 2026.
👉 Register today: https://www.lrcssd.ca/page/register-at-lakeland-catholic
We look forward to welcoming the newest members of our Lakeland Catholic family!
#GreatLoveLCSD #StrongStart #LakelandCatholic






Afternoon Bus Update
All school buses are running as scheduled this afternoon.
Thank you for your patience earlier today. Student safety remains our top priority—please travel safely this afternoon.

Schools remain open, and classes are in session for students who are able to attend. Student safety remains our top priority. For those who are travelling this morning, please travel safely.
An update regarding afternoon transportation will be provided later today.
Thank you for your understanding.

Bus Delays Expected
Due to current road conditions, afternoon buses may be delayed.
Please expect later-than-usual arrival times.
Thank you for your patience and understanding. Student safety remains our top priority.

Families are invited to visit, explore engaging learning centres, and connect with the educators who will support their child’s first steps in Catholic education.
Through play, faith, creativity, and discovery, children begin building the literacy, numeracy, and confidence that set the path for success—long before Grade 1.
📍 Coming Up Soon
St. Dominic – April 9 (9–11 AM)
Holy Cross – April 9 (1–3 PM)
Light of Christ – April 16 (8:30–10:30 AM)
Holy Family – April 16 (1–3 PM)
📝 Registration is open:
https://www.lrcssd.ca/page/register-at-lakeland-catholic
The future is bright at Lakeland Catholic!
Christ Our Model. Children Our Focus.
#GreatLoveLCSD
#LCSDEarlyLearningFoundations
#CatholicEducation
#EarlyLearning
#Preschool
#Kindergarten



April’s Catholic Social Teaching highlights the importance of each person’s voice and the responsibility we share in building strong, caring communities. It reminds us that everyone has a role to play, and that each contribution matters.
In our schools, Participation is reflected in the ways students engage in learning, share their ideas, support their peers, and take part in school life. It fosters a strong sense of belonging, responsibility, and connection.
Learn more about the Catholic Social Teachings that guide our faith and our schools:
https://www.lrcssd.ca/page/catholic-social-teachings

MHM Spring Poster Contest
Throughout this Easter season, we are reminded that even the smallest acts—done with great love—can make a meaningful difference.
Lakeland Catholic students are invited to take part in our Mental Health Matters “Small Things with Great Love” Poster Contest, inspired by the words of St. Teresa of Calcutta. This is a great opportunity to express creativity while reflecting on kindness, compassion, and care for others.
🔗 Learn more and access the entry form here:
https://www.lrcssd.ca/page/poster-design-contest
We extend our sincere thanks to Imperial for their continued support of student wellness across our division.
We look forward to seeing all of your thoughtful and inspiring entries!
#DoSmallThingsWithGreatLove #GreatLoveLCSD #Imperial

Our youngest learners are already discovering the joy of learning.
At our Early Learning Foundations Open Houses, children explore engaging learning centres while families connect with the educators who will guide their child’s first years of Catholic education.
Through play, faith, creativity, and discovery, children begin developing the literacy, numeracy, and confidence that set the path for success long before Grade 1.
And yes… there may even be a little swag bag surprise waiting for them too.
Families with children entering Preschool (P3 & PK4) or Kindergarten in Fall 2026 are invited to attend.
📍 Upcoming Open Houses
St. Dominic – April 9 (9–11 AM)
Holy Cross – April 9 (1–3 PM)
Light of Christ – April 16 (8:30–10:30 AM)
Holy Family – April 16 (1–3 PM)
📝 Registration is open:
https://www.lrcssd.ca/page/register-at-lakeland-catholic
Christ Our Model. Children Our Focus.
#GreatLoveLCSD
#LCSDEarlyLearningFoundations
#CatholicEducation
#EarlyLearning
#Preschool
#Kindergarten
#FutureIsBright




At our LCSD Early Learning Foundations Open Houses, children move through hands-on learning centres designed to support:
📚 early literacy
🔢 numeracy foundations
✏️ fine motor development
🏃 movement and coordination
🙏 faith and belonging
Families also meet the caring teachers and learning support teams who help children grow academically, socially, and spiritually from their very first days of school.
These early experiences help build the foundations for confident readers, thinkers, and learners.
Families with children entering Preschool (P3 & PK4) or Kindergarten in Fall 2026 are welcome to drop in.
📍 Upcoming Open Houses
St. Dominic – April 9 (9–11 AM)
Holy Cross – April 9 (1–3 PM)
Light of Christ – April 16 (8:30–10:30 AM)
Holy Family – April 16 (1–3 PM)
📝 Register today!
https://www.lrcssd.ca/page/register-at-lakeland-catholic
Christ Our Model. Children Our Focus.
#GreatLoveLCSD
#LCSDEarlyLearningFoundations
#CatholicEducation
#EarlyLearning
#Preschool
#Kindergarten




Our Mental Health Matters Poster Contest returns this spring with the theme “Do Small Things with Great Love.”
Lakeland Catholic students are invited to design a poster inspired by the words of St. Teresa of Calcutta, reflecting how small acts of kindness can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
📅 Contest launches Monday, March 23
🗓 Submissions due Monday, April 13 (after Easter break)
🔗 https://www.lrcssd.ca/page/poster-design-contest
Thank you to Imperial for supporting LCSD’s Mental Health Matters campaign!
#GreatLoveLCSD #MentalHealthMatters #CatholicEducation #Imperial

All bus routes will be running this afternoon. Thank you for your patience this morning.
We appreciate everyone’s cooperation and wish our families a blessed weekend.
Christ our model. Children our focus.

Due to current weather conditions, all Bonnyville and Cold Lake rural bus routes are cancelled for this morning.
Schools remain open and classes are in session.
The safety of students and staff remains our top priority. Please travel safely.
An afternoon transportation update will be provided later today.
Christ our model. Children our focus.

Read the latest LCSD Success Stories:
https://www.lrcssd.ca/news

Lakeland Catholic School Division is excited to welcome families to our LCSD Early Learning Foundations Open House at St. Dominic Elementary School.
Families with children entering Preschool (PK3 & PK4) or Kindergarten in Fall 2026 are invited to stop by, explore our classrooms, meet our caring staff, and discover how our early learning programs nurture confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning.
📍 St. Dominic Elementary School
📅 Thursday, April 9
⏰ 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM (Drop in anytime!)
Rooted in our Catholic faith and inspired by the call to do small things with great love, our LCSD Early Learning Foundations program builds early literacy, numeracy, and strong relationships that help children thrive long before Grade 1.
Register here:
https://www.lrcssd.ca/page/register-at-lakeland-catholic
Program availability is subject to enrollment.
Christ Our Model. Children Our Focus.

Today, Lakeland Catholic honours the women in our division, our schools, and our communities who lead with faith and serve with great love — often through the small, faithful acts that shape lives in lasting ways.
“The Lord bless you, my daughter. You are known as a woman of noble character.” – Ruth 3:11
May we continue to recognize and support the women whose dedication, wisdom, and compassion strengthen our schools and support student success each day.
Christ Our Model. Children Our Focus.
#GreatLoveLCSD #InternationalWomensDay

March’s Catholic Social Teaching calls us to recognize the importance of local voices, shared responsibility, and collaborative leadership. It teaches that while governments and institutions play an essential role in supporting the common good, they should not replace the wisdom, initiative, and dignity of individuals, families, and communities.
In our schools, Subsidiarity is reflected when we empower students, families, staff, and school leaders to contribute to decisions that affect them. It encourages us to work together, and supporting one another at the appropriate level. Solutions are thoughtful, responsive, and rooted in community.
Learn more about the Catholic Social Teachings that guide our faith and our schools: https://www.lrcssd.ca/page/catholic-social-teachings

Thank you to all the families who registered for the LCSD Early Learning Foundations Early Registration Contest. We are grateful for your commitment and the trust you place in Lakeland Catholic during these foundational years.
Choosing Lakeland Catholic means choosing a Christ-centred environment where strong literacy and numeracy skills are nurtured from the very beginning, and where each child is known, supported, and encouraged to grow.
📣For families who would still like to register, please click the link below:
👉 https://www.lrcssd.ca/page/register-at-lakeland-catholic
🏫 We also invite you to visit an LCSD Early Learning Open House in your community. Meet our staff, see our classrooms, and learn more about our programming.
👉 View Open House dates here:
https://www.lrcssd.ca/article/2725149
Christ Our Model. Children Our Focus.
#LCSDEarlyLearningFoundations #GreatLoveLCSD #StrongStart #ChildrenOurFocus

Today is your final opportunity for early registration for LCSD Early Learning Foundations and be entered to WIN a Family Pass to Kinosoo Ridge Park.
A strong foundation in early literacy and numeracy.
Faith-filled, Christ-centred learning.
A nurturing environment where your child is known, supported, and encouraged to grow from day one.
🎒 Preschool (PK3 & PK4)
📘 Kindergarten
Secure your child’s spot today:
👉 https://www.lrcssd.ca/page/register-at-lakeland-catholic
Don’t miss this opportunity. A strong start begins here.
LCSD Early Learning Foundations programming is subject to enrolment and availability.
#LCSDEarlyLearningFoundations #GreatLoveLCSD #StrongStart #ChildrenOurFocus

Opportunities are available for Non-Certified Classroom Supervisors across our Cold Lake schools.
Be part of a Division that values faith, excellence, and student success.
Apply today: https://network.applytoeducation.com/applicant/jobposting/jobdetails.aspx?JOB_POSTING_ID=7139da47-a7f5-4c18-bb4b-4202c493fe50&sReferer=ATEJOBBOARD
Christ Our Model. Children Our Focus.

