We hope you had a wonderful summer and are ready for an exciting new school year. As we come together again, we're reminded of the blessings of our Christ-centered community. We had a fantastic time with all of you during Pizza in the Playground. We hope you are all as excited as we are for the future and growth of our outstanding school!

The first day of school is Tuesday, September 3rd at 8:30 am. We are thrilled to see all our students returning, ready to embark on a new year of learning, growth, and discovery.

School start times:

• Grades 1-6 @ school opens at 8:30 am (classes start at 8:40 am)
• Grades 7-9 @ school opens at 8:30 am (classes start at 8:40 am)
• Grades 10-12 @ 10:00 am
• Remember: There will be no kindergarten for the first week. Enjoy your home visits!

For the entire first week back to school, all students must wear their formal uniforms. Please ensure your uniform stays fresh and clean throughout the week. Remember, button-up dress shirts must be tucked into both regular and formal uniform bottoms.

School Photo Day – September 6th

On Wednesday, September 6th, students and staff will have their individual school photos taken by LifeTouch, starting at 9:00 am.

For Students: Please remember to wear your formal uniform. Ensure your uniform pieces are clean, pressed, and sharp for the photo.
For Staff: Please wear your school blazer. Please let the office know before the photo session if you don't have one.

Let’s all look our best for Picture Day!

We’re excited to announce that our entire school (K-12) will be divided into four colour teams for activities and community building this year. These teams will compete throughout the year, earning points through various events and challenges. It’s a fantastic way to foster school spirit, teamwork, and fun! Stay tuned for more information on how you can contribute to your team’s success.

To create a more focused and engaging school environment, we’re making some changes to technology use for our high school students:

• No Cell Phones: Students must drop off their phones before school starts and can pick them up after school.
• Wi-Fi Access: Student Wi-Fi will be turned off during lunch. For those needing to complete school work, school computers will be available.

These changes aim to encourage more meaningful interactions and a better learning experience.

To keep up with all school events and important information, here’s where you can find everything you need:

• School Calendar: Our school calendar still includes public, all-school events and general information. Use the "Events" menu item and click on "Featured Events" or "By Month" to view upcoming events.

• Class-Specific Information: Details about field trips, single classes, or events that may include more private data can be found on the Teacher’s Hub Classroom page for elementary students or the High School Classroom Events page for high school students.

If you’re having trouble accessing the Parent Portal, please contact the school office or communications@gaglardiacademy.ca for the password.

We are thrilled to announce that our After School Program is back and better than ever! 

Program Details:

• Time: 2:45 PM - 5:30 PM
• Start Date: Monday, September 9th
• Available Days: Monday - Thursday. Closed on Holidays

To sign up for your child, complete our online registration form using the link below. We also offer a drop-in option, so your child can join us whenever it’s convenient for your family.

We’re excited to announce that the Reading Club is starting September 3rd for all Kindergarten to Grade 6 students. To join, track your child’s daily reading using the Reading Club log sheet. Each day your child reads for at least 15 minutes, fill in a line on the log.

Don’t forget about Bonus Reading Days—the second Saturday of every month—where extra reading time means extra lines on the log!

Students will be recognized for their reading achievements throughout the year, with special awards for those who reach major milestones. Encourage your child to dive into the joy of reading and watch their progress grow!

For more details and to download the reading log sheets:

We welcome all parents and guardians to get involved in our school community! Whether you’re interested in helping with traffic duty, supervising recess, assisting in the garden, or mactac-ing books, there are plenty of ways to volunteer. For general school volunteer opportunities, please contact the office.

If you’d like to support your child’s classroom directly, reach out to your classroom teacher to learn about specific opportunities.

Your involvement makes a big difference—thank you for your support!