New Raymond High School Opens in 2026: What Families Should Know
Raymond is entering a significant new chapter with the opening of its new high school for the 2026/2027 school year. For families considering living in Raymond, Alberta, the new school is more than a modern building. It is a visible investment in the community’s growth, its young people and its long-term future.
The timing is especially meaningful for a town that continues to attract families looking for more space, a close-knit community and convenient access to education and recreation. For residents of StoneGate Meadows, these advantages are all close to home.
A new high school built for Raymond’s future
According to Westwind School Division, the new Raymond High School is a 6,110-square-metre facility for students in Grades 10 to 12. It has capacity for 760 students and was designed to support both modern learning and the community connections that have long been part of Raymond’s identity.
Notable features include:
- A sunken gymnasium
- A second-floor learning commons overlooking the Victoria Park track and field
- A black box theatre
- A commercial kitchen
- Seventeen teaching stations
The school is located at 355 E 50 S, beside Victoria Park. Its location places students near some of Raymond’s most important recreation facilities and gives the school room to serve a growing community for years to come.
Raymond High School community open house
Students, families, alumni and community members will have an opportunity to explore the new school during a public open house:
- Date: Thursday, September 10, 2026
- Time: 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Location: Raymond High School, 355 E 50 S, Raymond, Alberta
- Admission: Open to students, families, alumni, staff and community members
The official open house announcement says visitors can take self-guided tours, meet student ambassadors, view historic displays and construction photos, watch a time-lapse video of the project and contribute a message to a time capsule for students to open in 2076.
It should be a memorable evening for anyone with a connection to Raymond’s schools, as well as prospective residents who want a closer look at the educational facilities available in the community.
Why schools matter when families choose where to live
For families comparing communities near Lethbridge, the quality and accessibility of local schools can carry as much weight as housing prices or commute times. A modern high school provides students with learning spaces, arts facilities, athletics and opportunities to participate in school life without travelling into the city every day.
Raymond offers local public education from elementary school through Grade 12. The new high school adds capacity and modern facilities at the senior-high level while continuing a local tradition built around academics, athletics and community service.
That matters to parents, but it also matters to the broader community. Schools host performances, sporting events and gatherings that bring residents together. Investment in a facility of this scale is also a practical sign that Raymond is planning for continued growth rather than standing still.
Education is only part of Raymond’s family appeal
Families need more than classrooms. They need places where children and teenagers can be active, develop interests and spend time with friends. Raymond offers an unusual range of recreation for a community its size, including Victoria Sports Park, the Raymond Aquatic Centre, an ice arena, sports fields, courts, parks, trails and Hell’s Creek Golf Course.
Raymond’s strong sporting tradition is not just part of its history. It remains visible in the facilities, school programs and community activities available to children, youth and active families today. Our earlier guide to active living in Raymond takes a closer look at several of these amenities.
Living near Raymond’s schools and recreation
StoneGate Meadows is a country residential community on Raymond’s east side, bordering Hell’s Creek Golf Course and Corner Lake. The new high school and Victoria Park are nearby, making the neighbourhood well positioned for families who want generous residential space without feeling disconnected from school, sports or community life.
Within StoneGate Meadows, large lots give families room for the things that are often difficult to accommodate in newer urban developments: spacious yards, play areas, gardens, workshops, larger garages and homes designed around the way they actually want to live.
That combination is central to the appeal of raising a family in Raymond. Residents can enjoy a quieter residential setting and a genuine sense of community while remaining close to schools, recreation, healthcare, local services and the amenities of Lethbridge.
A growing community with room for your family
The new Raymond High School is a major milestone, but it also represents something larger. It reflects confidence in Raymond’s future and a commitment to giving local students the space and facilities they need to learn, participate and grow.
For families considering a move to Southern Alberta, Raymond offers a compelling balance of education, recreation, affordability and community connection. StoneGate Meadows adds something increasingly difficult to find near a growing regional centre: the freedom to build a custom home on a genuinely spacious lot.
View current lots available at StoneGate Meadows, or contact us to learn more about building a home in Raymond.