The Gator Gazette
Friday, November 6, 2026
Message from the SWAMP
Another wonderful week in the books! We’ve been so lucky to enjoy such beautiful weather lately — let’s hope it sticks around! ☀️
Just a friendly reminder that there is no school until Thursday, November 12th. Enjoy the extra time off, kiddos! You’ve earned it! 💛
Looking ahead, next Friday’s Healthy Hunger lunch will be Pita Pit! Be sure to get your orders in!
Have a fantastic break, everyone! 😊
Looking Ahead
November
- 9th - No School
- 10th - No School
- 11th - Remembrance Day - No School
- 12th - All classes resume
- 13th - Healthy Hunger Lunch - Pita Pit
- 19th - Parent Council Meeting - 7pm
- 20th - Healthy Hunger Lunch - Church's Chicken
- 26th - Healthy Hunger Lunch - KFC
- 27th - PD Day - No School
December
- 4th - Healthy Hunger Lunch - Ramona's
- 11th - Healthy Hunger Lunch - McDonalds
- 17th - Band Concert - Period 5 and 6
- 18th - Half day of school
- 21st - Jan. 3rd - Christmas Break, No School
January
- 4th - Classes resume
Remembrance Day
As Remembrance Day approaches on November 11, we take time to pause, reflect, and honour the brave men and women who have served and sacrificed for our country. We remember those who gave their lives for our freedom, recognize those who continue to serve, and express our heartfelt gratitude to all veterans and their families. May we never forget their courage, their sacrifice, and the importance of peace. Lest We Forget.
Social 7
Gr 7 Social Studies students researched haunted Canada, and then shared their ghost stories.
Concession Helpers
Fashions
Narwhal is complete!
Winter Food Hampers
Our community is once again coming together to support families who may need a little extra help during this time of year.
We are organizing our annual Winter Food Hamper Drive to share some holiday cheer and help make the season a little brighter for families in our community.
We also want to remind families that it is okay to ask for help when you need it. Everyone experiences times when a little extra support can make a big difference. There is no need to feel uncomfortable or hesitant about reaching out. Our goal is to support one another and make sure our Gator families feel cared for.
If your family would benefit from receiving a food hamper this holiday season, please complete the form below by Friday, November 20th.
Math Help
Christmas Card Contest
Purdys
It's that time again!
Youth Expo
SAPL is hosting a Youth Expo on Nov 6th 4-5:30pm. It's a one-stop-shop for teens to find out about free programs and volunteer opportunities in the community. We'll have on-site resume tutoring, hands-on activities and prizes to win! Registration encouraged, but drop-ins welcome. Grades 7-12. Event info and registration here: https://sapl.libcal.com/event/4011922
Christmas Market
Attendance
Parents: If a student will arrive late, they are to sign in at the office. If we have been informed the student will be late, it will be an excused late. Without hearing from a parent, the student would be marked as unexcused and you will receive an automated call from the school informing you of this.
If a student needs to leave early, the office MUST hear from a parent/guardian. Please email or call the office and we will allow the student to sign out & meet you outside (or walk home).
If you have any questions, please ask the office.
Healthy Hunger Lunches
Healthy Hunger Lunches are now available to order! Next Friday's lunch is Pita Pit!
Use this link to place your order https://healthyhunger.ca/index.php please make sure you know your students Homeroom/TA number before setting up your account as you will need this to create your students profile.
Orders must be placed before 11:59pm the Sunday prior to the lunch on Friday's, and 11:59pm on the Saturday prior to the lunch on Thursday's.
If your child is away and has ordered hot lunch, please email or call the office by 11 am to direct your child's hot lunch. It can be given to a sibling/another student or can be picked up at the office.
Athletics Calendar
We now have our Athletic Calendar on our website found under the Information tab. Keep up to date for try outs and other sporting events!
Gator Gear
Get your Gator Gear and show your LA spirit! Order through this link & your items will be delivered to Lorne Akins office for you to collect!
Lorne Akins Junior High School for Grades 7 to 9
Email: la@spschools.org
Website: https://lorneakins.spschools.org
Location: 4 Fairview Boulevard, St. Albert, AB, Canada
Phone: 780-460-3728
Facebook: facebook.com/LorneAkinsJuniorHigh
Twitter: @lorneakins
Principal
derek.herman@spschools.org
Sandra Ray
Assistant Principal
sandra.ray@spschools.org