REGISTERING FOR GRADE 9 AT LPS? Key Dates for Families.
CURRENT LPS GRADE 8 STUDENTS
February 6, 2026
On or before this date, grade 8 teachers will give their students grade 9 course selection verifications forms to take home to parents/guardians.
- Please review the form together and discuss course choices.
- Please ensure that all of the information is updated.
- Families can also explore the Grade 9 Course Guide to learn more about programs and pathways.
February 10-12, 2026 – Open Houses at LPS High Schools
Families are encouraged to attend the open house for the high school their child may attend:



February 17, 2026
Completed verification forms are due back to the grade 8 teacher.
February 23, 2026
Starting on this date, students will log into Xello and submit their course selections.
GRADE 8 STUDENTS NOT CURRENTLY ATTENDING LPS
Students wishing to register for grade 9 at a Lakehead Public Schools high school, who do not already attend one of our LPS elementary schools, can fill out the external registration form found in the link below. External registration forms will also be open at each of the Open Houses. The form is to be filled out and emailed or returned to the desired high school by February 23, 2026.
Questions? Please contact the high school’s Student Services department:

