Daily Notices October 24th
General Notices
Staff Parking
There have been several instances of student vehicles continuing to park in staff allocated parking spots. A reminder to all students who use the gravel student lot, parking spots 73 to 93 on the west end of the gravel parking lot (closest to the school) are all allocated as staff parking. There are staff that begin their day at various times during the morning and afternoon, and these staff members are finding that their spots are increasingly being used by students. Moving ahead, the school will be working with City of Saskatoon Parking Services to identify and ticket any vehicles parked in staff parking. Anyone with questions about student and staff parking are asked to see Mr. Steckler in the office.
THE MUSTARD SEED
LYNGr and the Holy Cross Bible Club wish to invite staff and students to a presentation by Krista-Dawn Kimsey, the Community Engagement Specialist with The Mustard Seed on Thursday, October 30, at lunch in Room 241. Learn the facts about homelessness in Saskatoon, and how we can change the lives of those who are struggling at this time (and even earn CAP hours). Bring your lunch and a friend, and we'll see you there!
Library News
The library will be closed over the lunch hour on Monday Oct 27th for a scholarship workshop. Sorry for any inconvenience this will cause.
Bannock & Tea
Looking for a cozy space to relax, connect, and enjoy some delicious snacks? Come join us for Bannock and Tea — a welcoming lunchtime hangout for all students!
Try your hand at beading — whether you’re a beginner or experienced, everyone is welcome to join in. Not into beading? No problem! Come for the good company, friendly conversation, and a chill vibe.
When: Tuesdays at lunch — our first gathering is Tuesday, October 28
Where: Room 294 (Head through the theatre, turn left, and head upstairs)
Come as you are — we’d love to see you there!
Attention All Dancers!
Do you have a passion for dance, school spirit, and competition? We invite you to audition for the Holy Cross Competitive POM Team!
Auditions will be held October 27th. To sign up, please add your name to the sign-up sheet posted outside Mrs. Newton’s classroom (Room 133).
If you've already signed up, be sure to regularly check the Holy Cross Pom Edsby group for important updates, including audition time slots and the official tryout video.We can’t wait to see your talent—join us and be part of something exciting!
Volunteers Needed
Student Volunteers
Student volunteers needed on Monday, October 27 at Holy Cross for Blue Girls Premiere City Championships from 5 - 8pm. Please come to the main office to sign up.
The City of Saskatoon is seeking input on important priorities to help redesign a transit fare structure and wants to hear from students at Holy Cross. This is your chance to share your perspectives and preferences as we design a new fare structure! Please see Ms. Hayes at the main office for more information or to sign up.
Attention all Holy Cross cadets.
If you are interested in volunteering in this year’s Remembrance Day ceremony, please come see Mr. Malin in room 103. We are looking for numerous cadets from all the different branches of the military. If you have any questions, and/or want to volunteer, come see Mr. Malin in room 103.
Employment Opportunity
Holy Spirit Parish is looking for a weekend snow shoveler. This is a paid position. Good judgment and reliability are required. Contact the facility manager at 306.374.1425 or email info@holyspiritsaskatoon.ca for more information and to apply.
Reminder
A reminder the commons is closed for cleaning in Period 4.
Thanks for your understanding and cooperation!
Protect your belongings!
An important reminder please do not leave your personal belongings unattended at school. Lock up your belongings in the PE change rooms and in your school lockers. Do not bring valuables to school. The school is not responsible for missing items.
Chapel News
Jesus is now present in the tabernacle in the Chapel. The reserved consecrated eucharist from the Grade 11 Mass is in the tabernacle, and you will notice that the tabernacle light is on. Please keep this in mind when you are visiting our Chapel for prayer or reflection. God bless you.
Driver’s Ed
Please remember to check the Driver’s Ed bulletin board near Student Services for your drive times.
Also on shortened Thursdays, Driver’s Ed classes run from 12:30 – 3:30 in Room 354.
Scent-free School!
Reminder to all students that Holy Cross is a scent-free building. Please refrain from using excessive amounts of perfumes, colognes or body sprays which would impact those around you who have allergies to strong scents.
Homework Hall Tutorial
Would you like help from a teacher with your homework in a quiet space? Homework Hall tutorial time takes place each lunch hour in Room 341 (Mr. Heath's room). All students are welcome to attend.
Music
There is an ALTO choir practice TODAY at lunch.
Calling all singers and musicians, St. Mary’s Mission and Outreach Ministry is offering two great volunteer opportunities!
1. If you like to sing, you should join the Choir for Kindness! This choir is going to be fun while also helping our community, by supporting St. Mary’s homeless outreach program. We will be meeting every Thursday from 7:45 – 8:30 (for this week only), at Holy Spirit Church. It is open to anyone who wants to participate (and there will be snacks)! Our goal will be to prepare a couple festive songs to sing at a Christmas concert in Dec, the proceeds from the concert will go to St. Mary’s homeless outreach. With the donations from the Christmas concert, they will be able to provide winter necessities to the homeless in Saskatoon.
2. If you are a musician, we would love for you to volunteer to prepare and perform a song for the same Christmas concert as the choir, which will support St. Mary’s in their Mission! If you are interested in the choir, come to a practice, and try it out, everyone is welcome, and if you want to sign up to play an instrument for the concert or have any questions, please email, charlottemescall@gmail.com
Alice in Wonderland – Meeting TODAY
There will be a meeting Friday Oct 24, at lunch in room 247, for any students interested in helping backstage.
SRC Events
Where's the Pumpkin Wednesday
Each Wednesday this month you can go on a scavenger hunt to find one of four pumpkins hidden around the school. When you find the pumpkin take a selfie with it. Do not take the pumpkin with you! Bring your selfie of the pumpkin to the SRC room (beside the vending machines in the cafeteria) between 12:25 and 12:55 to redeem for a treat. This event will be every Wednesday of October.
Pumpkin Carving Contest - We will be hosting our annual pumpkin carving contest on Instagram. Create your most spooktacular pumpkin and submit two photos of your creation to @HCHOfficial on Instagram. The first is a photo of you with your creation, and the second is a close up of just the pumpkin to be used for voting. Submissions close Oct. 28. Voting will take place on Instagram over Oct. 29 and 30. The winner will be announced on Halloween.
Costume Contest
On Halloween students who are dressed up are invited to come to the drama room to enter our costume contest. The categories are funniest, scariest, best group, and best overall. Please keep in mind the costume guidelines for our school:
1. Regular GSCS student dress guidelines still apply.
2. No costumes which promote harmful stereotypes, including those on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity.
3. No masks, moderate use of face paint is ok
4. No weapons - toy or real
5. No artificial blood or wounds
6. Robes should not be longer than ankles to avoid tripping in the halls.
7. No roller blades, roller skates, scooters, etc.
8. No inflatable costumes
Students may only enter one of the categories. Registration for the contest is first come first serve on the day of. Students must be in the drama room by 12:15 to be registered in the contest. The contest will start at 12:15 sharp! Any late registries after the contest has started will not be accepted.
Cafeteria
** Cafeteria lunch cards can be used now. **
The following items will be available daily at the cafeteria:
Burgers, sandwiches, subs, wraps, baking and various snacks.
Friday, October 24th – Perogies & Sausage
Monday, October 27th – BBQ Pork on a bun
Tuesday, October 28th – Chicken Quesadilla
Clubs
Holy Cross Youth Alliance
The Youth Alliance is back! This group is for our 2SLGBTQ+ Students and Allies! It focuses on advocacy and support for all our students and staff here, regardless of their identity. We meet every Thursday during noon hour in room 361. Join us for our 10th year of being a club at Holy Cross, a school where everyone belongs! ❤️
Rosary group
The Rosary will be prayed in the Chapel on Mondays at 12:15, rosaries and copies of the prayers will be provided. Rosaries will be made on Wednesdays after school in Room 241 from 3:20-4:35. You can count 1.25 hours toward your CAP for each session attended (4 sessions = 5 hours). Please contact Mrs. Dale if you have any questions.
Film Club
Come down to room 121 for Film Club, where every Monday we review trailers and talk about upcoming films! We have discussions, games, movies, and more!
Book Club
Looking for Your Next Great Read?
Join the HCHS's Book Club and discover new worlds with fellow students who love to read. We’re all about great books, good conversation, and an escape from the usual routine.
We meet on the last Tuesday of every month during lunch in classroom 102. Bring your lunch and a list of your favorite books, and we’ll pick 2-3 to read for the month.
Games Club
All those students interested in playing board games and card games over lunch hour are invited to come out and play in Room 122 Tuesday – Friday. If you do not know how to play, you will learn. See Mr. Allen for more information.
Chess Club – CANCELLED TODAY
- All levels of ability welcomed.
- We will be playing tournaments with other schools this year.
- Come stop by room 333 during lunch hours to come learn and play.
Athletics
Senior Boys Basketball – LAST DAY
For all students who are helping out with the basketball fundraiser, please get your money into Mr. Rutten as soon as possible. Money will be collected until Friday Oct 24.
Boys Soccer Team
The following players please pay your fees ASAP:
Daniel E. Jovani U.
Dylan L. Toki O.
All junior and senior boys soccer players, please return your jerseys and shorts ASAP.
Student Services
Student Service Notices can be found in more detail on the Counsellor Connection Website. Go here to see more details and access links: https://shorturl.at/IyekP
SIEC - Try a Career Opportunities!! Grade 10-12
- See all the options on the Student Services Bulletin board - deadlines are approaching.
- Still spots available in the Spotlight on Mining, Spotlight on Manufacturing, and Connected: Young Women Exploring Carers
Grades 10-12 Students
- SHAD will be here on Tuesday October 28th for a lunch time information booth in the commons area. Stop by and ask questions about this amazing opportunity!
- University of Toronto visit - we have a representative from the U of T coming in person to Holy Cross October 29th at 2:15. Sign up in Student Services
- Monday Oct 27th - Mrs. Park will be offering a Scholarship Workshop in the Library at Lunch
- Festival of Trees is looking for volunteers: https://www.festival-of-trees.com/register.html
Grade 12 Students
Sign up in Student Services for help with your Post-Secondary Applications and Transcript ordering - more dates added - see the 2026 Graduate Group for dates.
Students Ages 15-18
- Forum for Young Canadians - National Summit 2026 in Ottawa - Visit Forum.ca to learn more.
GSCS Cyber School - Please note the following if you plan to take a GSCS cyber school class:
- To strengthen academic integrity, students may now be randomly selected for proctoring (in person testing) as outlined in the Cyber School registration contract. Proctoring may occur at the home school when possible.
- Translation tools or AI are not permitted as the primary method of completing coursework, and when used, must be cited correctly.
- If you are English as an additional language learner (EAL), please note you must demonstrate a minimum English proficiency of B1.1 to enroll in a Cyber course.
- If concerns regarding language proficiency arise, proctoring may be administered to determine continued enrolment or the validity of a previous assessment. Additional proctoring may also be applied in French courses to ensure authentic student work.
