Registration for Students Displaced by the Jasper Wildfire
Edmonton Catholic Schools (ECSD) stands ready to support families displaced by the Jasper wildfire, ensuring their children can continue their education with minimal disruption. Our thoughts and prayers remain with all those impacted.
Families displaced by the Jasper Wildfire seeking to register their child(ren) with ECSD for the 2024-2025 school year should contact One World…One Centre at 780-441-6060 to begin the registration process and access the support and resources available through ECSD.
Please note that parents contacting schools directly will be redirected to One World...One Centre. Our team is prepared to guide you through the registration process and answer any questions you may have.
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Helpful Links
Our priority is to ensure that students experience as little interruption as possible in their education. Our schools are equipped to provide a supportive learning environment during this challenging time. If your child requires support at school, please speak with their teacher or Principal about available academic and mental health resources.
- Disaster recovery supporting families (PDF)
- Guide to recovery for parents and caregivers (PDF)
- Helping children after a wildfire tips for caregivers and teachers (PDF)
- Helping your child or teen respond to emergencies (PDF)
- Recovery after a disaster or emergency (PDF)
- Support for wildfire affected Albertans (PDF)
As a Catholic community, we join in offering our prayers:
Almighty God, we come before you with heavy hearts as we pray for the people of Jasper who are facing the ravages of the devastating wildfire. We ask for your divine protection and guidance for all those affected by the fire and we remember in a special way the residents of Jasper, the parish of Our Lady of Lourdes, and all those who are displaced, fearful, or in need. Provide them with comfort and peace amidst the chaos. May they find refuge in your support, compassion, and love.
Through the intercession of Mary, the Mother of God, protect the first responders and firefighters who are working tirelessly to contain the flames and grant them strength, courage, and wisdom as they navigate the dangerous conditions. Surround them with your shield of safety.
In this time of trial, may your presence serve as a beacon of hope and strength, helping the displaced and anguished to trust in your wisdom and grace. We pray this through your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.