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  • NEW STUDENT REGISTRATION

    If your child is new to Edmonton Public Schools, you can register for school online. Visit the Division website to learn how to register for school.

    Thank you to all the families who pre-enrolled before the deadline to help our school get ready for 2025–26! 

    We are happy to inform you that, based on available space, all students who registered or pre-enrolled before March 19, 2025, have been accepted. We look forward to seeing your family in the fall!

    Nellie Carlson is a Level 2, Closed Boundary school. As outlined in Division regulations, the only new students accepted to our school during pre-enrolment are:

    1. Resident students who live within the designated primary attendance area.
    2. Siblings of current students who will be returning to the school the following year, unless otherwise determined by the Superintendent for a particular school.

    If the student you are registering meets one of these criteria for the 2025-2026 school year, please register them online (new students) 

    Following the close of pre-enrolment at 4 pm on March 19, 2025, the school will only accept resident students who have newly moved into the attendance area or resident students eligible for Kindergarten.

    Additional documentation may be required, including additional address documents, or immigration documents for students who are not Canadian citizens. 
     

    PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accept Property Tax Bills, Drivers Licenses, Bank Statements, Mutual Funds or Retirement Saving Plans. We will accept the following:

    • electricity bill
    • natural gas bill
    • water, garbage pickup and sewer
    • mortgage document with proof of home insurance or
    • lease agreement with proof of tenant insurance

    Nellie Carlson assigned as 'Overflow School'  for designated students from George H Luck School

    Nellie Carlson is an overflow designated school for George H Luck. Resident attendance area students from the George H Luck must first register at their designated school.  If your child is part of the lottery process at George H Luck and is not selected to attend the school, they will be able to attend Nellie Carlson School.

    Siblings 

    Siblings of students who will be returning to George H Luck the following school year will also be able to attend Nellie Carlson School if they are not selected in the lottery process.

    Learn more

    More information about the lottery process is available on the Edmonton Public Schools website.

    If you have additional questions about this process, please contact either school office.

    Confirming Registration Submission

    Once you have submitted your completed student registration form and supporting documents, we will review all of the documents. This does not mean your child has been enrolled at the school—we will contact you to let you know once your child is enrolled.

    We will contact you if we need clarification about any of the documents you submit.

    For Junior High registrations—once we confirm your enrolment, we will reach out to you in regards to complementary course choices.

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  • School Profile

    School Profile

    Nellie Carlson is a respected elder, whose inspiration for the movement of Aboriginal women’s rights came from her own experience. Mrs. Carlson, a Cree woman, lost her treaty rights when she married Elmer Carlson, who was Métis.

    Being born a Cree woman, Mrs. Carlson was eligible for certain rights under Treaty Six. This treaty, signed in 1876 by her Cree ancestors and representatives of the Crown, promised one square mile of land for each family of five in a permanent reserve, hunting and fishing rights, education benefits, health benefits and annual treaty payments.

    Beginning in 1951, only band members registered under the Indian Act had the legal right to live on-reserve, share in band resources, own or inherit property, vote for band council and chief and be buried on the reserve.

    Within three weeks of her marriage to Mr. Carlson, she received a letter informing her she had lost her Aboriginal status. This also meant her children would not have a status either. Under Section 12(1) (b) of Treaty Six, any First Nations woman who married a non-status Indian, a Métis or a non-aboriginal man would lose her Indian status regardless of her ancestry. This often forced First Nations women to be exiled from their home community.

    Mrs. Carlson’s mother urged her to continue to fight for the right to be recognized as an Aboriginal woman, as it not only impacted her, but many other women as well. During this time Mrs. Carlson’s phones were tapped, she was followed and threatened for standing up for Aboriginal women’s rights.

    The struggle to reclaim their rights for herself and her children, and the network of First Nations women who were involved in the Indian Rights for Indian Women movement, took decades and met with resistance not only from the government, but from some First Nations men, who referred to them as “squaw libbers,” and even from some women who had married status Indians, thereby retaining their rights, or, in some cases, gaining rights they were not previously entitled to.

    Mrs. Carlson notes with irony that although it took only 18 days to receive notice that her identity status had been changed, it took her over 18 years for the Indian Act to be amended to support equality of all Aboriginal women.

    Nellie Carlson 

    1927 - 2020

    “There’s so much to learn out there.”

     

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  • Athletics

    Athletics

    Welcome to Nellie Carlson School, home of the spirited 'CUBS'! Our school takes pride in fostering a dynamic athletics program, alongside a variety of clubs, leadership opportunities, and exciting events designed to enhance and broaden student learning.

    Be sure to stay connected on SchoolZone for updates on upcoming tryouts, sports teams, and to conveniently pay participation fees. We look forward to seeing all our students thrive both on and off the field!

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Kindergarten - velcro runners, one large backpack (for a snack box, kanga pouch and snow pants).  A kindergarten fee (TBA) covers all school supplies.

Grade 1

Grade 2

Grade 3

Grade 4

Grade 5

Grade 6

Grade 7

Grade 8

Grade 9

Interactions

* School supply lists for the 2025/26 School Year will be posted in June 2025

 

 

 

Principal's Message

Welcome to Nellie Carlson School, a vibrant learning community catering to Kindergarten through Grade 9 students, inaugurated in September 2016. Our school stands with pride under the name of Nellie Carlson, an extraordinary activist who passionately championed equal rights for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit women and children, highlighting the profound impact of education as a catalyst for change.

Aligned with this profound legacy, the dedicated staff at Nellie Carlson School are committed to providing students with enriching experiences and rigorous instruction across three essential priorities: academics, inclusiveness, an approach to student and staff wellness.

At the core of our mission is a steadfast dedication to high levels of achievement for all. We believe that the primary purpose of our school is to facilitate meaningful learning experiences for every student. This commitment is unwavering, permeating every aspect of our school culture. Our staff continuously work together to assess student progress, identify areas for growth, and implement targeted interventions to ensure that every student reaches their full potential; all the while, creating a school wide understanding where equitable opportunities are cultivated.

Promoting a comprehensive approach to students and staff well-being are integral components of every child's education. At Nellie Carlson School, our staff are dedicated to providing students with ample opportunities for holistic development.

Teaching citizenship nurtures essential life skills and qualities vital for success in school and beyond. Our curriculum emphasizes the components of citizenship and we are committed to creating an inclusive school where all stakeholders actively contribute to the betterment of our Nellie Carlson community and the world at large. 

At Nellie Carlson School, we are dedicated to upholding Edmonton Public School's four cornerstone values: collaboration, equity, integrity, and accountability. These values serve as the foundation of our commitment to providing unwavering service to our community.  Parents and community members can be rest assured that fostering a culture of continuous learning and achievement remains our top priority. I look forward to working together on this journey of excellence and achievement.

With pride and dedication,

Letitia Carter

Principal

 
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