Week at a Glance

We had a wonderful first week of school which finished with our opening school mass at Sacred Heart today. It has been great getting to see everyone in their new grades and adjusting to the routines and structures set by new teachers and classrooms. Our current population is 640 students which is slightly lower than anticipated. However, we are blessed to have manageable class sizes that will significantly benefit our students.

Thank you for logging into PowerSchool and completing your forms in Rycor. Completing the permission forms for field trips and athletics as well as the Student Update Form helps us ensure that your child can participate in all activities. Regarding busing, we know our Transportation Department is busy processing the over 300 late registrations, so we appreciate your patience as you wait for confirmation.

If you are picking up your child early please come into the school to sign them out at the office. It is critical that we know where all students are and if their typical method of getting home has changed. THANK YOU for helping us maintain a calm environment at the end of the day so we can account for all students and ensure everyone is safe.

We are pleased to share the school picture dates for the 2026–2027 school year. Please mark your calendars!

• Tuesday Sept. 8 : Fall Individual & Class Group Photos for Kindergarten to Grade 5.

• Wednesday Sept. 9 : Fall Individual & Class Group Photos for Kindergarten & Middle School

Retake will be October 27 for individual pictures.

We look forward to capturing many smiles throughout the school year!

Monday September 7

• Labour Day - No School

Tuesday September 8

• School Pictures (Kindergarten to Grade 5)

Wednesday September 9

• School Pictures (Kindergarten & Middle School)

Thursday September 10

• Have a wonderful Thursday!

Friday September 11

• Happy Friday!

Our second annual Terry Fox School Run will be held on Thursday September 17th. This event was wildly successful last year with ALL students in Kindergarten to Grade 9 participating. It was a great day because many parents helped make it safe and fun for everyone. Please complete the Terry Fox Parent Volunteer form as soon as possible if you can help so we can begin planning this wonderful event.

We have begun our volleyball season; tryouts for our Senior teams happened this past week. We are always grateful for the help of our parents who can lend a hand with coaching. If you would like help out during any of the sports seasons, please complete the Community Coaching Expression of Interest form and our Athletic Director will get in touch with you.

At École Camille J. Lerouge, cell phones and smart watches must be off and away during the school day to minimize distractions and support learning and positive interactions.

• Cell phones: Turned off/silent and stored in the student’s locker—not carried in pockets, binders, clothing, or backpacks.
• Smart watches: May be worn, but calling, messaging, gaming, social media, and other phone-like functions are not permitted.
• The expectations apply during classes, transitions, lunch, and recess.
• Middle school students may use phones before and after the school day.
• For urgent messages, parents should contact the school office at 403-347-7830.
• Students who need to contact a parent should speak with a staff member or visit the office.

If a device is used during the school day:

1. First occurrence: Device goes to the office and may be picked up by the student at the end of the day.
2. Second occurrence: Same process; a parent/guardian may be contacted.
3. Third and subsequent occurrences: Device remains at the office and must be picked up by a parent/guardian.

Exceptions may be made for approved medical, health, accessibility, or learning needs. Families should contact administration to arrange an appropriate plan.

We appreciate families’ support in helping students stay focused on learning, friendships, and being part of our school community.

The 2026–2027 school calendar is attached for your reference. We encourage families to review important dates, including school holidays, professional development days, and other key events, as they plan for the upcoming school year. We look forward to another wonderful year of learning and growth at École Camille J. Lerouge!

Student Update Forms were sent to families earlier this week through PowerSchool. Please log in to PowerSchool → SchoolEngage to review and submit the form. Families should also check School Fees and Forms to complete any applicable In-Town Transportation/Walking Forms. Middle School families should also complete the Athletics Forms, including the Parent/Guardian Acknowledgement of Athletic Eligibility Form for female students ages 12 and older.

We are excited to get another great year of athletics underway! Get ready to represent CJL with teamwork, school spirit, and Voyageurs pride!

Senior Volleyball Tryouts Are Underway!

Senior volleyball tryouts have started, and we are looking forward to seeing our athletes compete, work hard, and show what they can bring to the court.

Tuesday, September 8 :

• Senior Girls: 7:00–8:30 AM

• Senior Boys – Last Tryout: 3:30–5:00 PM

• Junior Girls – Tryout: 7:00–8:30 AM
• Junior Boys – Tryout: 3:30–5:00 PM

• Junior Boys – Tryout: 7:00–8:30 AM
• Junior Girls – Tryout: 3:00–5:00 PM

Junior Volleyball tryout dates and times are still to be determined. Stay tuned for more information!

Important Reminder for Athletes:

Before participating in any tryout, students must have their Athletics Permission Forms completed.

Students who are selected for a team will then be required to complete the necessary athletics contract and payment before officially joining the team.

Come prepared, bring your best effort, and most importantly—have fun and represent CJL with pride!

Please make sure a ride is arranged for afternoon practices / tryouts at 5:00 pm sharp.

Dear School Families,

This term, our middle school students are excited to launch a brand-new option class called Mini Marché! In this hands-on course, students will learn fiber arts (crochet, knotting) and natural cosmetic formulation while building real-world business skills and practicing oral French. Products created in class will be sold at upcoming school events, with net proceeds donated to local Red Deer charities chosen by our students.

To help stretch our budget and promote sustainability, we are seeking donations of gently used or surplus craft supplies. If you have any of the following items cluttering your craft space, we would gratefully accept them at the front office:

• Yarn: Any skeins or partial skeins of worsted weight yarn (cotton or acrylic).

• Embroidery Floss: Any colors/skeins for friendship bracelets.

• Glass Jars: Clean, small mason jars or baby food jars (with lids) for candles.

• Fabric Scraps: Clean cotton fabric remnants or clean thrifted cotton shirts/sheets for sewing upcycled accessories.

• Crochet Hooks or Knitting Needles: Any size rubber or metal hooks you no longer use.

Nous vous remercions chaleureusement pour votre générosité et votre soutien de nos jeunes entrepreneurs !

Thank you for your generosity and support of our young French Immersion artisans!

IT’S OFFICIAL: REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

Ready to learn French in a friendly, welcoming environment? Now is the perfect time to get started!

ACFA Régionale de Red Deer is officially opening registration for its Beginner French Lessons.

• Classes available in the evenings and on weekends
• Red Deer
• Fee-based classes
• Beginner level

Looking for fun activities for your child this fall? The YMCA of Red Deer is offering a variety of Child & Youth Programs for children and youth ages 3–16. Check out the attached poster for program details, dates, and times. Funding support is also available for eligible families.

September 17 : Terry Fox Run

September 18: PD Day

September 30 : National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - No School

October 9 - 20 : L'Esprit de L'aigle Awards

École Camille J. Lerouge School

Website: www.camilleschool.ca
Location: 5530 - 42A Avenue, Red Deer, AB T4N 3A8

Phone: 403-347-7830
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