Help us join in on the playoff fun with Oilernation as the Oilers battle to bring the Stanley Cup back home. Every day that the Oilers play will be a Jersey Day at Lakeland Ridge!

Upcoming Dates 🌸 🌱 🐣

MAY

May 16 - Moose Hide Campaign

May 16 - School Closure

May 17 - School Closure

May 20 - Victoria Day (No School)

May 23 - Outdoor Ed 8 Field Trip

May 23 - Gr 2 Field Trip Elk Island National Park

May 24 - Gr 6 Field Trip - Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area

May 27 - Volunteer Luncheon 12:00-1:30pm

May 28 - Gr. 6 ELA PAT Field Test

May 30 - Choir Field Trip

May 31 - Gr 6 Field Trip Birch Bay Ranch

May 31 - Gr 7 & 8 Field Trip Valley Zoo

JUNE

June 5 - Early Dismissal / Beach Day

June 6 - Class Photos

June 7 - Class Photos (*alt day)

June 7 - Gr. 5 Field Trip - Fort Edmonton

June 10 - All library books due

June 10 - Gr 9 Theme Day - Anything but a backpack day

June 11 - Gr 9 Theme Day - Dress like a staff member

June 12 - Gr 9 Theme Day - Disney Day

June 13 - Gr 9 Theme Day - Neon Day

June 14 - Gr 9 Theme Day - Comfy Cozy Day then Dress your Best for Evening

June 14 - Gr 9 Awards and Farewelll

June 14 - Gr 2 Field Trip Ukrainian Village

June 19 - Division 1 Fun Day

June 21 - Gr 1 Field Trip Valley Zoo

June 24 - Elementary Track and Field (Gr. 3 - 6)

June 24 - Kinder Field Trip - Telus World of Science

June 25 - Alternate Kinder Field Trip - Telus World of Science

June 25 - Gr. 6 Field Trip KLC

June 26 - Last Day of classes

Common Exams - Grade 7 and 8

June 4: Grade 7 ELA Part A; Grade 8 ELA Part A

June 17: Grade 7 Math Part A; Grade 8 Math Part A

June 19: Grade 7 Science; Grade 8 Science

June 20: Grade 7 ELA Part B; Grade 8 ELA Part B

June 24: Grade 7 Math Part B; Grade 8 Math Part B

June 25: Grade 7 Social; Grade 8 Social

Provincial Achievement Tests (PATs) - Grade 6 and 9

May 13: Grade 9 ELA Part A

May 28: Grade 6 ELA Field Test

June 6: Grade 6 Math Part A & B Field Test

June 12: Grade 9 ELA Part B

June 13: Grade 9 Math Part A

June 18: Grade 9 Math Part B

June 19: Grade 6 Social; Grade 9 Social

June 20: Grade 6 Science: Grade 9 Science

* As per the Government of Alberta, Grade 6 ELA and Math PAT exams are cancelled for 2023-24 school year.

Our PATs and Junior High Common Exam schedule is available on our school website.

Student - Late Arrival

Dear Parents

Should your child arrive late to school in the mornings or the afternoon, please use the front door of the school and have your child check in with Mrs. D in the school office prior to going to their class.

All students should be in class by 8:35 a.m.

Early Pick Up

If you need to pick your child early for an appointment, please arrive 5 minutes early to allow time for the child to be called out of class. All students must check out at the office and exit through the front door.

To show our appreciation for your time and commitment to our school we will be hosting a Volunteer Luncheon on May 27, 2024 from 12:00 - 1:30pm in the Mukluk Gym. In order to help us plan for a successful event we ask that you complete an RSVP form on behalf of yourself and any other family members (significant other, spouse, grandparent, etc..) that may have also volunteered this year at Lakeland Ridge School.

Thank you for volunteering at Lakeland Ridge School!

Guest tickets for the Grade 9 Farewell Celebration taking place on Friday, June 14 from 7:00-9:00pm at Lakeland Ridge School will be available for purchase on May 27 at 9:00am on the Powerschool Parent Portal.

Families can purchase up to 4 tickets until June 3. On June 4, any remaining seats will be available for purchase through the Parent Portal if any families would like additional seats, on a first-come, first-served basis. Ticket sales will end on June 10 at 3:30 p.m. or until they sell out. Tickets are $8.00 per guest. There is no cost for student tickets. Grade 9 students do not require a ticket to attend. Tickets purchased will be distributed to your child by June 12.

We are using a general seating format, with reserved seats for our Grade 9 students, guest speakers, and school staff. Proceeds from ticket sales assist with covering items for the event, such as decor and refreshments. Additional costs are covered by the school as well as a donation from our Parent Action Society.

On May 16th, join us in participating in a day of fasting for the Moose Hide Campaign. The Moose Hide Campaign is a nationwide movement to engage men and boys in ending violence towards women and children. Since the Campaign began over 10 years ago along the Highway of Tears, thousands of communities and organizations across Canada have held Moose Hide Campaign events and joined the annual Moose Hide Campaign Day ceremony and fast. People of all ages, genders and backgrounds are invited to take part in Moose Hide Campaign activities.

A cornerstone of the Moose Hide Campaign is the moose hide pin. Wearing the pin signifies your commitment to honour, respect, and protect the women and children in your life and speak out against gender-based and domestic violence. Anyone interested in picking up a pin for themselves, their family or friends can do so in the school office.

More information can be found here: https://moosehidecampaign.ca/

We have a unique opportunity to cheer for the Elks and raise money for our school. When you purchase tickets to ANY Elks home game this season and enter Lakeland Ridge School during the checkout process our school earns money. This money will go towards upgrades to the Gathering Area and Learning Commons.

Ticket Types

• $25 Ticket (Northend seating): $5 from every ticket purchased goes directly back to us (School/class must be selected during the purchase process)

• $47 Ticket (10-yard line): $12 from each ticket purchased goes directly back to us (School/class must be selected during the purchase process)

Extra special student nights. Top fundraising schools and classes will be celebrated during the game.

Junior High - May 25th vs Saskatchewan Roughriders

Elementary - Aug 11th vs BC Lions

All tickets will be distributed electronically after purchase.

School supply lists for the 2024-2025 school year are now available on our school website. If you'd like to order your child's supplies through Write-On Stationery you can place your order before June 1 to have the option to deliver to the school or to your home. Orders placed after June 1 will be delivered to your home.

If you choose to participate, 10% of your total order will be returned to Lakeland Ridge School as a fundraiser.

To Order Online: www.write-on.ca

Click on ’PARENTS – Order Here’

Type in and Select your School Name: Lakeland Ridge School SHERWOOD PARK

Choose your grade(s) and select package and/or items.

Complete your order by clicking ’PLACE ORDER’

You will receive an automatic email confirmation to confirm your order has been received.

• Write-On Stationery accepts VISA, MC, AMEX, Visa Debit and Interact On-line.

The Lakeland Ridge Choir is for students in Grades 2 to 6. This extra-curricular club will meet Mrs. Rice every Day 6 in the music room from April 12 until May 30, 2024. Students will eat in the music room together and then sing during the lunch recess. The students will learn a variety of songs and vocal warm-ups.

Day 6 Choir Dates

Wednesday May 22

Thursday May 30

The 2024 municipal census begins May 1. Watch your mail in late April for your personalized PIN number. We strongly encourage residents to use the online platform for its efficiency, convenience, and security.

Starting May 13, our dedicated census workers will conduct door-to-door collection for households that have not yet participated, while the online option remains open throughout this period.

Visit Strathcona.ca/census for more information.

Registration for EIPS Summer School is now open. The program, organized through Next Step, offers more than 40 senior high courses. Students can earn credits, upgrade marks, lighten workloads or finish pre-requisite courses.

Courses include:
Open to EIPS students entering grades 10 to 12 next fall, and students in their Grade 12 year.

· English Language Arts 10-1, 20-1, 20-2, 30-1 and 30-2

· Social Studies 10-1, 20-1, 20-2, 30-1 and 30-2

· Mathematics 10-3, 10C, 20-1, 20-2, 20-3, 30-1 and 30-2

· Science 10, 14, 24 and 30

· Biology 20 and 30

· Chemistry 20 and 30

· Physics 20 and 30

· Physical Education 10

· Traditional Land-based Learning 25

· Aboriginal Studies 10, 20, and 30

· Career and Life Management (CALM 20)

· Foundations in Industry Workplace Safety

· Work Experience and RAP

Plus, choose from a variety of complementary courses—offered online.

Learn more about EIPS Summer School 2024—including 2024 course offerings, registration, important dates and more.

Transitioning to Junior High-For parents and caregivers of youth starting Junior High in Fall 2024

WEDNESDAY, MAY 29, 2024, 6 – 7PM (ONLINE)

Transitioning from elementary to junior high school is exciting and can be stressful. Learn strategies to support your teenager at this free workshop for parents and caregivers of youth transitioning from grade 6 to 7.

Register here: Transitioning to Junior High-For parents and caregivers of youth starting Junior High in Fall 2024, Wednesday, May 29, 2024, 6 - 7pm - Family and parenting supports | Strathcona County

Family Fun Event: International Mud Day (Drop-in): For adults, caregivers and children of all ages

THURSDAY, JUNE 27, 2024, 4 – 6PM (IN PERSON AT Child and Youth Community Center)

Children love getting messy with mud. In addition to being fun, playing with mud helps develop fine motor skills and contributes to the healthy development of the sensory system. Join us for Mud Day, where children and adults alike can create, imagine, and get dirty together. Register Here: Family Fun Event: International Mud Day (Drop-in): For adults, caregivers and children of all ages, Thursday, June 27, 2024, 4 - 6pm - Family and parenting supports | Strathcona County

Want to know when things are happening? We have an athletics calendar on the LLR school website. https://www.lakelandridge.ca/athletics/athletics-calendar. Please visit often as our Athletics staff will update as often as they can. Please feel free to contact Mr. Fisher (our Athletics Director) if you have any questions or require more information.