Blackfalds community previews new St. Veronica K-4 Catholic school
Families toured the future site of a new kindergarten-to-Grade 4 school during a community info expo, ahead of its planned 2027 opening.
Residents of Blackfalds got their first look inside the town's new K-4 school, St. Veronica Catholic School, during a recent community information expo. The school, part of Red Deer Catholic Regional Schools, is set to open in fall 2027.
Incoming principal Mandy Reed said the event allowed staff to meet enthusiastic families and community members as they begin building a new school community. The school will offer faith-based education with an emphasis on literacy, numeracy and foundational learning skills, along with inclusive learning supports tailored to individual student needs.
Red Deer Catholic Superintendent Dr. Rhonda Nixon said the expo offered an early opportunity to connect with families the division hopes to serve, noting the division's continued growth alongside Blackfalds. The school is also planned as a modern community centre intended to strengthen ties between home, school and parish.
Families interested in learning more about St. Veronica Catholic School can contact the school by email. Registration for students is set to open in January 2027.
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