Laval Senior Academy (LSA) is an English-language public senior high school located in Laval, Québec, Canada. It is operated by the Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board (SWLSB).
Laval Senior Academy was established on July 1, 2015, following the merger of Laval Liberty High School and Laurier Senior High School.
The merger formed part of a reorganization plan by the SWLSB to balance student enrolment across four English-language secondary schools in Laval: Laval Liberty High School, Laurier Senior High School, Laval Junior High School, and Mother Teresa Junior High School.
Former SWLSB Chairman Nick Milas explained that consolidating the schools was intended to offer a wider range of academic and extracurricular options while addressing uneven registrations. The plan initially faced opposition from students and parents concerned about school identity and continuity of activities.
Laval Senior Academy functions as a Community Learning Centre (CLC),an approach that integrates school and community development through collaborative partnerships.
CLC schools focus on:
LSA offers several programs that enable student-athletes recognized by their provincial sport federations to combine academic learning with athletic training.
These programs are offered in collaboration with Sports Québec federations and local organizations.
Baseball, Basketball, Dance, Diving, Figure Skating, Gymnastics, Hockey, Horseback Riding, Ringuette, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Swimming, Taekwondo, Tennis, Track and Field, and Volleyball.
Student-athletes follow condensed academic schedules to allow time for daily training and competitions.
The LSA Panthers Football Team is composed of students enrolled in the schoolâÂÂs Football Concentration program.
The program teaches the fundamental skills and techniques of football, emphasizing teamwork, sportsmanship, and overall athletic development. Students also engage in other sports to build versatility and physical conditioning.
The LSA Panthers Hockey Program includes several teams that compete within the RSEQ (Réseau du sport étudiant du Québec).
The program features a Cadet team (Secondary 3) focused on skill development and two or more Juvenile teams (Secondary 4 and 5) designed for higher competition. Players are evaluated on performance, leadership, and academic standing.
Laval Senior AcademyâÂÂs Track and Field program includes girlsâ and boysâ teams that participate in running, jumping, and throwing events. The girlsâ team competes regularly at provincial meets, while the boysâ program operates based on student interest.
The school participates in a Québec-based charitable initiative that encourages girls aged 12âÂÂ17 to stay active through school-organized fitness activities and events.
Laval Senior Academy provides a supervised weight room open to all students during designated lunch periods. The facility is managed by staff and supports student wellness through guided workouts and personalized fitness advice.
In 2021, approximately 50âÂÂ200 students participated in a protest at LSA regarding COVID-19 mask mandates and cafeteria restrictions. The protest was largely peaceful, though minor disciplinary actions were reported.
The school was briefly placed under lockdown following reports of an armed individual near campus. Police later determined that the item involved was a water gun, and no injuries occurred. A 16-year-old student was detained and later released without charges.
In June 2023, end-of-year student pranks escalated when smoke bombs were set off on school grounds. The Laval Police were called to the scene, and the school administration subsequently barred approximately 75 students from attending the prom. The incident received coverage from local media and raised discussions about discipline and school culture.
Laval Senior Academy organizes several annual fundraising and community events that engage students, staff, and local residents.
Pasta Night is LSAâÂÂs annual fundraising event supporting both student initiatives and the Centre Bénévolat et Moisson de Laval (CBML), a local food security organization.
The family-friendly event features food, games, face painting, balloon art, and raffles. Past raffle prizes have included Montreal Canadiens tickets, televisions, restaurant gift cards, and AirPods.
LSA regularly participates in the Terry Fox Foundation fundraising campaign.
In 2022âÂÂ2023, the school raised $12,749.65 and hosted Fred Fox, Terry FoxâÂÂs brother, who spoke about the foundationâÂÂs cancer research efforts.
The campaign also featured the âÂÂLSA Rocks for Terry Foxâ benefit concert, with performances by Chair Warriors and The Damn Truth, which raised nearly $9,000.
The annual Terry Fox Run marks the culmination of each yearâÂÂs campaign.
Laval Senior Academy participates annually in the Pink in the City Raise Craze, a Montreal-based charitable initiative that raises funds and awareness for breast cancer research and support programs, in collaboration with the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) Foundation.
Students engage in âÂÂacts of kindnessâ to earn donations, fostering empathy, volunteerism, and social responsibility. The initiative aligns with LSAâÂÂs emphasis on community involvement and service learning.
The school hosts a range of light-hearted and community-building fundraisers, including:
As of 2023, the Principal of Laval Senior Academy is Serge-ÃÂdouard Jeanniton.
The school continues to operate under the jurisdiction of the Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board.