Grades 7 & 8

Student clubs offer manifold benefits to junior high students. They provide a platform for students to explore interests outside of the traditional curriculum, fostering a well-rounded educational experience. Through clubs, students cultivate critical skills such as leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving. They also promote a sense of belonging, enhancing students' social and emotional well-being. Furthermore, student clubs can contribute to increased school engagement, as students connect more deeply with their peers and the school community. Finally, these extracurricular experiences can help students discover new passions, which could influence their future career choices.

Father Leduc offers a wide variety of experiences through participation in student-organized clubs and events. Some of the clubs offered may include, but are not limited to: 

• Open Gym: Practicing a variety of sports like volleyball and basketball.
• Social Justice Club
• Student Leadership
• Chess Club: Practicing strategic thinking and competing against peers.
• Musical Theatre: This program offers opportunities to act, direct, and learn about theater production.
• Music Ministry/ Choir 
• Art/Drawing Club: Provides a creative outlet for students to learn and practice various art techniques. 
• Ski Club
• Open eSports: Free play across our gaming platforms

Junior high varsity sports offer a multitude of benefits. They foster a sense of belonging, promoting teamwork and collaboration. Students learn essential values like discipline, responsibility, and perseverance. Physically, sports improve fitness levels, coordination, and overall health. They also contribute to mental well-being by boosting self-esteem and reducing stress.  

Father Leduc Catholic School has developed a strong foundation with interscholastic competition. Since 2016 we have won more than 14 team banners and a multitude of individual medals.  The Father Leduc Lightning competes in the Leduc and District Athletic Association in the following sports: Golf, Volleyball, Basketball, Badminton, Cross Country Running, Soccer, and Track and Field.

The Father Leduc school community provides opportunities for academic support, student leadership, and community involvement built into the school schedule.  A minimum of two times per 6-day cycle, students will attend WIN blocks (What I Need) as part of their instruction.  At this time, teachers will work with students to support essential core outcomes, to support student growth and development, and to enhance student skills across a variety of different class options. 

Career and Technology Foundations (CTF) courses, part of the Alberta curriculum, are designed to expose middle school students to a variety of career pathways and technologies. These interdisciplinary courses promote hands-on learning, problem-solving skills, and real-world application. Students explore career clusters including business, health, resources, and technology, among others. By engaging with these diverse areas, students not only learn practical skills but also develop a broader understanding of potential future careers. CTF courses are underpinned by a focus on the exploration of interests and passions, the development of essential skills, and the connection of learning to the larger community.

Please find a brief description of the Grade 7 Complementary Courses and associated fees that MAY be offered in the 2025-2026 school year in the Junior High Registration Handbook. Enrollment in a given course is based on availability, staffing, class size, and timetabling.  Courses require a minimum number of student interest to proceed.  The fee will need to be paid to participate in the fee-based electives.