As another incredible school year comes to a close, we want to thank every student, staff member, family, volunteer, and community partner who made this year so special. At St. Albert Learning Centre, we celebrated milestones, welcomed new beginnings, watched dreams become reality, and witnessed the power of perseverance every single day. From first credits to diplomas, new careers to personal victories, we couldn’t be more proud of what our students accomplished. To our graduates—congratulations once again! To our returning students, we can’t wait to see what you’ll achieve next year. And to our amazing staff—thank you for leading with compassion, patience, and a belief in every learner. We wish everyone a summer filled with rest, laughter, sunshine, and time with the people who matter most. 📅 Planning for September? Our office will reopen for registrations (those 18 years and older) on Monday, August 24, and we look forward to welcoming students back for the first day of school on Tuesday, September 8. Thank you for being part of the St. Albert family. Here’s to another year of hope, perseverance, and second chances. Happy Summer! ☀️💙 — From all of us at St. Albert Learning Centre
On Wednesday, June 24th, St. Albert Learning Centre proudly celebrated our 34th Annual Graduation Ceremony at Holy Redeemer Church. The Church was filled with graduates, families, friends, staff, and community members—all gathered to celebrate the incredible accomplishments of the Class of 2026.
We extend our sincere thanks to Father Sam for allowing us to use his Church, and Deacon Roland from Christ the King Parish for leading the opening prayer, closing prayer, and blessing.
We were honoured to welcome greetings from Trustee Ray Desjardins on behalf of the Sudbury Catholic District School Board and an inspirational address from Superintendent Dr. Paul Nalli.
A special thank you to Joey Gagnon, a St. Albert graduate, for returning to encourage this year’s graduates and wish them success as they begin their next chapter.
Our Principal, Christina Raso, reminded graduates that hope is more than wishing for a better future. It is having the courage to believe that tomorrow can be different than yesterday. She encouraged graduates to continue aspiring to great things, knowing they have the power to make a difference in the lives of others.
A sincere thank you also goes to PSW Clinical Instructor Dawn-Marie Brunet, who did an outstanding job serving as our Master of Ceremonies and guiding us through this special celebration.
Perhaps the most memorable moments of the afternoon came from our two inspiring valedictorians.
Ryan Parker-Joyes OSSD Valedictorian, reminded us that “showing up mattered more than what grade you could get.” He shared that because the staff believed in him, he rediscovered a love of learning and will be studying Biochemistry and Education this fall with the goal of becoming a high school teacher—hoping to give future students the same opportunity St. Albert gave him.
Chanique Wilson, our Double Graduate (OSSD & PSW) Valedictorian, captured the spirit of the graduating class when she shared, “If this journey has proven anything, it’s that we are capable of hard things… Ready to care. Ready to grow. And ready to make an impact, one person at a time.”
Congratulations to the Class of 2026! Your stories are proof that perseverance, determination, and believing in yourself can open doors you once thought were closed.
While many schools are winding down for the summer, the PEACE Pens & Beyond Business is still going strong! Today, we celebrate one of our talented and hardworking students who recently completed an order of 150 customized wooden spoons. From start to finish, he took on the challenge with determination, attention to detail, and pride in his work. He had a goal, a plan, and the perseverance to see it through. With this major order now complete, he’s already looking ahead and turning his focus to creating inventory for the fall season. Experiences like this are about so much more than the finished product. They build confidence, problem-solving skills, responsibility, and an entrepreneurial mindset that will serve students well long after they leave our classrooms. At St. Albert Learning Centre, we’re proud to provide opportunities for students to discover their strengths, develop workplace skills, and experience the satisfaction that comes from turning hard work into success. Entrepreneurship at its best. One project, one skill, and one success story at a time. 🌟🪵🔨
Last Friday, our St. Albert Learning Centre team had the opportunity to participate in an incredible PA Day at Cambrian College focused on skilled trades, technology, STEM, and apprenticeship pathways. The day provided valuable hands-on learning experiences and new ideas that will help us continue creating meaningful pathways to success for our students. A special thank you to our Secondary Consultants for organizing such a thoughtful and engaging day. We would also like to extend our sincere gratitude to Cambrian College, a valued and long-standing community partner. Not only did they host an outstanding day of professional learning, but they also surprised us with a generous $1,000 student bursary that will be awarded at our June 24 Graduation and Student Recognition Celebration. As an added surprise, every staff member received a personalized YETI tumbler—a thoughtful gesture that made everyone feel appreciated and valued. Thank you, Cambrian College, for your continued partnership, generosity, and commitment to supporting both educators and students. We are proud to work alongside organizations that believe in creating opportunities and brighter futures for all learners.
A huge thank you to Angela for once again volunteering her time to support our students! Today, Angela shared her culinary talents by teaching our students how to make fresh pasta from scratch. From mixing and rolling the dough to creating their own delicious creations, every student had the opportunity to make and enjoy their very own bowl of homemade pasta. Experiences like these provide valuable hands-on learning opportunities while helping students build confidence, life skills, and a sense of accomplishment. Thank you as well to our dedicated education team for helping facilitate this engaging learning experience and making the day such a success. We are grateful for community members like Angela who generously share their time, talents, and passion with our students! ❤️
On June 4, several St. Albert Learning Centre students were recognized at the Aboriginal Secondary School Awards held at the Caruso Club. This annual celebration, organized in partnership with the United Way, N’Swakamok Indigenous Friendship Centre, Sudbury Catholic District School Board, and Rainbow District School Board, honours the outstanding achievements of Indigenous students from across Sudbury and Manitoulin. At St. Albert Learning Centre, one student from each program who had not previously received the award was selected for this special recognition. Congratulations to our recipients: 🎓 Secondary Students • Tegan Jacko • Brendan Walker • Thalia Tyson (Grade 12 Graduate) 🎓 Adult Students • Frank Assiniwe (Grade 12 Graduate) • Nathan Wilkins (Grade 12 Graduate) • Dusty Stevenson 🎓 PSW Graduate • Brandy Cole One of the highlights of the evening was seeing our St. Albert Learning Centre community come together to celebrate these amazing students. Staff, family members, and friends were honoured to be there to cheer them on, recognize their achievements, and share in this special moment. We are incredibly proud of each recipient. Your perseverance, dedication, leadership, and commitment to your goals continue to inspire our entire school community. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!
Recently, a Nonna (grandmother) of a student at Pius XII visited St. Albert Learning Centre with her son to purchase plants for a Learning Support (LSC) classroom project. During her visit, she shared that the classroom was looking for donations of plants to help create a welcoming learning environment for the students.When our students heard about the need, they didn’t hesitate. They knew exactly what they wanted to do, they donated plants to help support the project at our sister school!Later this afternoon, the principal of Pius shared photos of the students hard at work planting. To our surprise, we spotted one of our own PSW students in the pictures, completing her placement at the school. How amazing to see our students supporting younger learners in multiple ways; through generosity, community service, and hands-on placement experiences.We are proud of the kindness and community spirit shown by our students. Check out the photos of the plant pickup and the Pius students bringing their project to life! 🌿✨
Today, we celebrate the people, cultures, communities, and natural beauty that make Ontario a wonderful place to live, learn, and grow. At St. Albert Learning Centre, students reflected on the theme “What Ontario Means to Me” through artwork that showcases the places, symbols, wildlife, and experiences that make our province unique. From loons and forests to campfires, lakes, city skylines, and the Canadian flag, our students captured their personal connections to Ontario through creativity and imagination. Ontario is home to over 250,000 lakes, the iconic White Trillium, the Common Loon, and diverse communities that contribute to the rich history and culture of our province. Today’s student artwork reminds us that Ontario means something different to each of us, yet we are all connected by the places we call home. We are proud to showcase some of our students’ Ontario Day entries and celebrate the creativity, talent, and perspectives they bring to our school community. Happy Ontario Day! 🍁❤️
Today we had the joy of celebrating Mac Gorrie-Martin as they were presented with the Catholic Student Award from the Catholic Education Foundation of Ontario. Mac may be new to St. Albert Learning Centre this year, but they have already made such a positive impact. They show up with kindness, compassion, and a willingness to help wherever they can. Whether it is taking initiative with our recycling program, helping with our knitting project to create blankets for cancer patients, participating in student leadership, or encouraging younger students, Mac leads in a quiet but meaningful way. What we appreciate most is how Mac makes people feel. Their smile, positive attitude, and respectful nature help make our school feel welcoming, safe, and kind. We are so proud of you, Mac. Congratulations on this well-deserved award! Your St. Albert family is cheering you on. ❤️
One of the most beautiful highlights of Catholic Education Week at St. Albert Learning Centre was the culminating celebration of our Threads of Faith & Service: Students Knitting Hope & Healing project. What started as a small planning meeting between Angela Corsi-Raso from The Blanket Program and Lauren Raymond from Sweet Yarns became something far bigger than we ever imagined. From that first conversation, a beautiful community project began to unfold one that brought together students, staff, parish volunteers, families, and community partners in a shared act of faith, service, and love. This project was made possible through a grant received from the Michael Monk Award, and was created in memory of Rick Pelland, a beloved teacher at St. Albert Learning Centre who passed away. While Rick was receiving chemotherapy, he was gifted a handmade blanket to help keep him warm. That simple but meaningful act of kindness stayed with his family and with our school community. In Rick’s memory, our students and staff wanted to give back by creating handmade blankets for the Shirley and Jim Fielding Northeast Cancer Centre, so others could feel that same comfort, warmth, and care. With the support, patience, and encouragement of so many, our students created 21 handmade blankets, each one a symbol of compassion, hope, healing, and remembrance. We were so blessed to have Rick’s mother, Stella, and his sister, Lisa, join us for this meaningful celebration. Their presence made the day even more special and reminded us that every stitch carried love, memory, and purpose. Throughout the project, our students were supported every step of the way by the incredible volunteers from Christ the King Church, who came faithfully to spend time with our students, teach them, encourage them, and knit alongside them. We are especially grateful to Deacon Roland Muzzatti, Loretta Ronchin, and all of the volunteer parishioners who helped make this project possible. At our culminating lunch, the blankets were blessed by Deacon Roland, and in a deeply touching moment, so were the hands that made them. It was a powerful reminder that the work of our hands can become an act of service, healing, and love. We were also honoured to welcome provincial representation from OECTA, including Lisa Lacaria, 1st Vice-President of OECTA Provincial, and Chantal Rancourt, Provincial Staff Officer for OECTA, attending on behalf of Jaime Sauvé, Secondary Sudbury OECTA President. Their presence helped us celebrate the beautiful connection between Catholic education, service, and community. This project would not have been possible without the dedication of our students, the guidance of our staff, the generosity of our parish, and the support of our community partners. Together, they helped transform yarn into blankets, and blankets into messages of comfort, hope, healing, and remembrance. We extend heartfelt thanks to everyone who was part of this project and to all those who attended our celebration, including: Angela Corsi-Raso — The Blanket Program, Shirley and Jim Fielding Northeast Cancer Centre Lauren Raymond — Sweet Yarns Christ the King Church Deacon Roland Muzzatti, Loretta Ronchin, and all the volunteer parishioners Joan Yawney — Religious Education and Faith Development Consultant Lisa Lacaria — 1st Vice-President, OECTA Provincial Chantal Rancourt — Provincial Staff Officer for OECTA Jaime Sauvé — Secondary Sudbury OECTA President Rick Pelland’s mother, Stella, and sister, Lisa Our incredible staff and students at St. Albert Learning Centre Catholic education calls us to serve, to walk with others, and to recognize the dignity and worth of every person. This project allowed our students to do exactly that. They learned new skills, built relationships, gave back through their time and talents, and discovered that even something as simple as yarn can become a powerful symbol of faith, hope, love, and remembrance. We are so proud of our students and so grateful for the community that wrapped around them to make this project shine. These blankets are more than blankets. They are threads of faith, service, hope, healing, and memory.
