Daily Notices April 21st
Reminder: Thursday April 30th is the last day to drop semester 2 classes.
Library News
The library will be closed close to the end of p.5 TODAY and after school as well. Sorry for the inconvenience this will cause.
ONE ACT PLAYS – PERFORMANCE NIGHT: THIS FRIDAY, APRIL 24, 6PM
- Tickets are $5 at the door (cash only) to see our annual Grade 12 directing projects!
- FOUR separate One Act plays: Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, The Goon, Little Women, and 10 Ways to Survive the Zombie Apocalypse!
Come out, bring a friend, and support your fellow Crusaders – It’s time to Be Awesome™
Saskatoon Transit
Saskatoon Transit launched new reloadable smart cards on March 20, 2026, and we are now selling the new cards here at Holy Cross.
Existing cards can be exchanged for new reloadable smart cards with no activation fee. If purchasing a new card, an activation fee of $5 will be charged.
Remaining fare product balances on existing cards can be transferred to a new reloadable
smart card at the Transit Customer Service Centre. Exchanges must be completed by August 31st, 2026.
It is strongly recommended to register new cards to protect the balance as lost cards can be replaced if they have been registered.
Registering the cards can be done at https://saskatoontransit.ca/reload
Grade 12 Art Show
The grade 12 art show at the U of S is coming up in May. Any grade 12 student can submit one piece of art. You do not have to be in an art class. Fan art accepted. Please see Ms. Langford at the beginning of lunch today or next week.
2025-2026 Yearbook
The deadline to purchase a 2025-2026 yearbook is April 30th, 2026. Please
see Mrs. D’Souza in the main office to purchase one if you are paying cash, cheque or
debit OR purchase one with a credit card on www.myschoolbucks.ca (Store Option). Don’t wait as this will be the last opportunity to buy one, you don’t want to miss out!
Last year’s yearbook (2024-2025)
If you paid for a yearbook last year, there is an insert page for you at the office. This is to rectify an issue with some missed photos and names on the Grade 9 honour roll list. We sincerely apologize for these errors/omissions. Please come to the main office to pick up your yearbook insert.
School Fees
Updated account statements for student fees have been sent home. A reminder that these can be paid through www.myschoolbucks.ca via credit card, or at the main office (schools days from 8am - 4pm) using debit, cheque or cash.
If you have any questions, please contact the main office at 306-659-7600.
Summer School Registration is now open! For more information and to register: https://www.gscs.ca/cyb/summer-school
Youth Study Group
Free Tutoring - Youth Study Group - after school Every Wednesday 3:30-5:30 in the Library at Holy Cross. Everyone is welcome!
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.
CAP Opportunities
There are only 2 more opportunities to volunteer at awâsisak kâ-nîmîhtocik St. Francis School: Thursday May 7 and Thursday May 21. You can earn 2.5 hours on those afternoons from 1:00-3:30. Please let Mrs. Dale know ASAP if you would like to sign up for one or more of those dates. Only 10 students are needed for each afternoon.
Holy Spirit Parish is holding their AGM on Sunday, May 3 from 12-2pm and is looking for volunteers to help with table set up and cleaning, and babysitting. Please contact Mrs. Dale is you are interested in earning 2 Cap hours at this event.
Student Volunteers Needed
Our GSCS Board of Trustees is visiting Holy Cross to meet and hear from students on Friday, April 24th from 11:45-1:30. If you would like to be a part of this meeting, please sign up at the main office by April 22nd. From the list of students who sign up, we will contact you if you are chosen to be a part of the meeting. Please see Ms. Hayes if you have any questions.
Graduation
Senior Assassin
Please note that this is not a school-sponsored activity.
The activity must take place outside of the school and not on school property.
Students should not bring items connected to the activity into the school, including (but not limited to) water guns, goggles, or other water-related toys.
Thanks for your cooperation with this!
2026 Graduation List
An updated version of the Graduation List has been posted so please take a look.
If your name is highlighted, please see the Main Office for more information.
If there is an error in the spelling of your name for the certificate, please go to the Main Office and see Ms. Baum.
Please inform Ms. Baum of errors or omissions by Thursday April 30th, 2026.
If you want a yearbook don’t forget to pay $27 before April 30th.
Cafeteria
The following items will be available daily at the cafeteria:
Burgers, sandwiches, subs, wraps, baking and various snacks.
April 21st – Macaroni & Cheese
April 22nd – Chicken Swiss and Penne Alfredo
April 23rd – Taco in a Bag
Music
There is a FULL CHOIR practice TODAY at lunch.
SRC
Thursday April 23rd - Guess the number of Easter Eggs in the Jar.
Grade Wars Events
Don’t forget to participate in our Grade Wars Spirit Week to win points for your grade!
Wednesday April 22nd - Pep Rally (Grade Wars) Wear your grade colors.
Grade 9 - Blue
Grade 10 - Red
Grade 11 -White
Grade 12 - Green/ Black/ Sr Jerseys
Multicultural Week
If you'd like to be added to the Edsby page for the planning committee, see one of our Multicultural Week advisors, Ms. Climenhaga, Mrs. Rodych, or Mrs. Weisgerber.
🌟Food Festival! 🌟
We are excited to announce that our school will be celebrating Multicultural Week from April 27th to May 1st! This is a special time where we recognize, appreciate, and celebrate the many cultures that make up our wonderful school community.
This week includes school activities! But the highlight of the week is our Food Festival, where students have the opportunity to share their favourite dishes that represent their cultural backgrounds.
This much-anticipated event will take place during lunchtime on Friday, May 1st.
The Food Festival is entirely dependent on family donations, and we’re inviting our families to contribute by preparing and sharing a dish that represents their culture. This is a non-profit event, and we do offer reimbursement for any dishes made. Any extra money left over from our event will be donated to one of our school’s charitable initiatives.
If you are interested in participating in the Food Festival, please see Ms. Climenhaga, Mrs. Weisgerber, or Mrs. Rodych for more information!
Clubs
Holy Cross Youth Alliance
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! ❤️
Chess Club
Chess club has moved to room 377 in the new portables. All levels of skill are welcome.
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.
In the Community
Student Services
Student Services 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
May 26 - RISE To My Business: Student Era is a fun, engaging, and educational one‑day program designed to inspire high school students to explore entrepreneurship and business skills in an interactive environment. Throughout the day, students will participate in hands‑on activities and practical learning experiences that encourage creativity, problem‑solving, and confidence building.
Volunteering Opportunity!
develoPT Pediatric Physical Therapy is collaborating with Baseball Sask and the Blue Jays to host a Challenger Baseball program for children with visual impairments, physical and intellectual disabilities. Volunteers will be paired one-on-one with a child with a disability; their role will be supporting the child's involvement in the game. More information on Challenger Baseball can be found on the Baseball Sask website.
"Blueprint for a Story" Free 2-day Workshop
Anyone who's wanted to learn more about screenwriting for film or TV (or just wanted to kickstart their imaginations) is welcome to attend. Workshops are Saturday May 23rd & May 30th. Registration is capped at 25, so be sure to register soon. Lead by Dr. Adam Pottle.
Free Income Tax Clinics offered by Foundations Learning & Skills Saskatchewan
Provides tax filing help to Saskatchewan residents living on a low income with simple tax situations. This includes older adults, newcomers to Canada, students, individuals with disabilities, and individuals receiving social assistance. Income Tax Clinic
Explore Emergency Services is hosting an event on May 8th. Registration is required. For students aged 17 and up.
May 6th - Period 3 (11:00 - 12:00) – University of Calgary Presentation in the Library
Open to gr. 10 & 11 students as they begin exploring post-secondary options & current grade 12s who are planning to attend the University of Calgary in the Fall.
Please sign up in Student Services.
SIEC - Try a Career Opportunities!! Grade 10-12
- Spotlight on Careers – Emergency Services: Deadline to apply Tuesday, April 28th www.saskatooniec.ca/publicservices
- Spotlight on Careers – Agriculture and Bioresources: Deadline to apply Tuesday, April 28th www.saskatooniec.ca/agriculture
- Spotlight on Careers – Law Enforcement: Deadline to apply Tuesday, May 5th www.saskatooniec.ca/publicservices
Great Plains College in Warman is offering a full-time Continuing Care Assistant Program starting in January 2027. Applications open and Scholarships available.
School Nurse
Our school nurse is Jenna, RN, BSN, IBCLC. She is here at Holy Cross High School on Monday afternoons from 12:30 – 4:00 pm. All visits with the school nurse are confidential. The school nurse can help you with:
- Confidential one-on-one student supports with medical & health related matters.
- Referrals to other community agencies/supports.
- General First Aid
- Confidential pregnancy testing and other supports as needed.
- Students are also able to text the school nurse at 306-230-2483.
Look for the School Nurse sign in the school hallway and stop in to say hello!
