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Week-long celebration

Red Deer Catholic Regional Schools celebrating 50th anniversary of St. Elizabeth Seton School

Sep 21, 2026 | 10:05 AM

Red Deer Catholic Regional Schools is celebrating the 50th anniversary of St. Elizabeth Seton School.

Beginning on Monday, they’ll hold a week-long celebration honouring five decades of faith, learning, and community.

The Kindergarten to Grade 5 school opened in 1976 and is named in honour of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, the first American-born saint and founder of the Catholic parochial school system in North America.

“Fifty years of St. Elizabeth Seton School is a celebration of the generations of children and families, and of the teachers, support staff, leaders and community members who have helped make Seton a place of faith, learning, friendship and belonging. We are grateful for all those who have contributed to our story over the past five decades, and we are especially excited to see a new generation of students creating their own memories and traditions. As we celebrate 50 years, we are reminded of the lasting impact a school community can have on a child’s life. Our hope is that every child who walks through our doors knows they belong, knows they are valued, and knows they have a voice. That is the spirit we celebrate today and the spirit we hope to carry forward for the next 50 years,” said Principal Rori-Lynn Daniel.

“I am looking forward to the celebration of the 50-year legacy of St.Elizabeth Seton communities. As a principal in the Red Deer Catholic Regional School Division prior to being a trustee, I was part of the history of this community and can attest to its collaborative, faithful spirit. This is an exciting time to reflect on this history with alumni and current staff, parents, and students,” Board Chair Chris Andrew stated.

Celebrations for the 50th Anniversary Spirit Week include:

  • “Back to the Beginning” on Monday, September 21. Students, staff and the community are invited to dress in their best 1970s gear.
  • “50 Years of Celebrating” on Tuesday, September 22. The day will begin with Mass at St. Mary’s Parish at 10 a.m., followed by a family picnic lunch, greetings from city councillor Bruce Buruma, Parent Council Co-chairs Lindsey Huseby and Rachel Hicks, and Board Chair Chris Andrews; a school blessing by Fr. Robert at 1:15 p.m.; and birthday cake.
  • “50 Years of Fun” on Wednesday, September 23. The school will take photos of each class celebrating the school’s anniversary.
  • “50 Years of Friendship” on Thursday, September 24. Students will be encouraged to get together with their spirit buddy to tackle the Terry Fox Run together.
  • “50 Years of Seton Spirit” will close out the week on Friday, September 25. Students, staff, and families are invited to dress in the school’s colours, dark green and gold, to wrap up a week of celebrations.