Week at a Glance

We’re excited to welcome our students back for a brand-new school year! We look forward to seeing familiar faces and meeting new ones as we begin another year of learning, growth, and fun together. We hope everyone had a wonderful vacation filled with rest, fun, and time with family and friends.

Wednesday August 26

• PD Day - No School

Thursday August 27

• Teacher Organizational Day - No School
• 4:30 - 6:00 pm : ECJL Meet the Staff

Friday August 28

• PD Day - No School

Monday August 31

• Staggered Entry - A-L
• Cafeteria is closed

Tuesday September 1

• Staggered Entry M-Z
• Cafeteria is closed

Wednesday September 2

• ALL Students attend
• Cafeteria is closed

Thursday September 3

• Cafeteria is closed

Friday September 4

• Cafeteria open
• 9:30 am : Opening School Mass at Sacred Heart Catholic Church
  
  

Meet The Staff

Our Meet the Staff evening will be held on Tuesday August 27th from 4:30-6pm. Families are encouraged to come to the school that evening to find out who your child’s teacher is, where the classroom is located and to see which entrance they arrive at each morning. An email will be sent to you earlier that day from your child’s teacher to welcome you.

Cafeteria

The cafeteria will be back in business on Friday September 4th. Please watch for updates in August on setting up your online account, which needs to be done yearly.

Grade 1-9 Staggered Entry

We will open our doors on Monday August 31th for students with LAST NAMES A-L and on Tuesday September 1st for students with LAST NAMES M-Z. The first day of school for ALL students will be on Wednesday September 2.

Kindergarten Staggered Entry

We are excited to welcome our newest students and begin this important learning journey together. To help ensure a smooth transition into Kindergarten, students will attend their first day according to the staggered-entry schedule below.

Staggered-Entry Schedule

• Monday/Wednesday Class

  • Last names A–L: Monday, August 31, 8:40–11:30 AM
  • Last names M–Z: Monday, August 31, 12:30–3:20 PM

• Tuesday/Thursday Class

  • Last names A–L: Tuesday, September 1, 8:40–11:30 AM
  • Last names M–Z: Tuesday, September 1, 12:30–3:20 PM

Please refer to your child’s class schedule and last-name grouping to determine their designated Kindergarten staggered-entry date and time. We look forward to welcoming your child and making their first day a positive and memorable experience! Regular full day programming for Kindergarten will begin September 2nd.

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.

Ready, set, shop! The supply lists for the 2026–2027 school year are officially live on our website. Sharpen those pencils and your shopping skills. It’s time to gear up for another awesome year! Check your child’s grade list and get a head start before the glue sticks disappear!

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!

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

• Fall Individual & Class Group Photos: September 8 & 9, 2026
• Fall Individual Retake Day: October 27, 2026

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

September 7: Labour Day - No School

September 8 & 9 : School Pictures

September 18: PD Day

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

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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