Reminder: Thursday April 30th is the last day to drop semester 2 classes.

Library

The library will be closed Friday May 1^st for Perio1-3 for a mock AP exam. It will be open at lunch and in the afternoon.

FRANCO FUN - TODAY

Franco Fun at lunch Thursday, April 30^th for all French speakers. Please come and celebrate with us in room 112.

✨ CALLING ALL GRADE 9s! ✨ - TODAY

Want something fun to do at lunch? Come out to our next Guidance Club meeting for a competitive team challenge, some snacks, and a chance to connect with other Grade 9s. Bring a friend and come see what it’s all about. 

📍 Thursday, April 30th 
⏰ Noon 

New Portables Construction Area

Starting Monday morning, the construction company will begin setting up fencing around the construction area in the staff parking lot east of the school, next to this year’s new portables. Four additional portables will be constructed in this area and then craned on top of the four installed last year.

As a result, several school exits in the portable area will be closed. During this time, affected staff will be parking temporarily in the Lions Arena parking lot. Please note that the Lions Arena lot is not for student parking, and anyone without a Holy Cross staff parking pass will be ticketed.

A big thank you to the City of Saskatoon and Lions Arena for their support while parking is impacted.

Please also be aware that staff will be re-routed through the gravel lot to access parking behind IA while construction takes place.

2025-2026 Yearbook – Last day!!

The deadline to purchase a 2025-2026 yearbook is April 30^th, 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!

Tuesday, May 5 - Red Dress Day - National Day of Awareness and Remembrance for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women

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.

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. 

Driver’s Education

There is a lunch class running May 4 – June 12 and there are still spots available so register now if you are interested.

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. 

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 30^th, 2026.

If you want a yearbook don’t forget to pay $27 before April 30^th.

Music

Jazz Band

There will be a jazz band rehearsal at lunch TODAY. 

Cafeteria 

The following items will be available daily at the cafeteria:  

Burgers, sandwiches, subs, wraps, baking and various snacks. 

April 30^th – Beef Burrito

May 1^st – Perogies & Sausage

May 4^th – Smokey on a bun

SRC

Multicultural Week

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 school community. This week includes trivia activities, performances, days to show off beautiful clothing, and the highlight of the week, our Food Festival! All these events serve to demonstrate diversity among our students and families of Holy Cross!

Thursday – Multicultural Clothing Day

There will be a Fashion Show and Cultural Performances at lunch TODAY in the theatre.

Friday – Food Festival!

On Friday, our annual food festival is back after a year off due to sanctions! Stay tuned for more information on how to get your hands on amazing dishes prepared by our students and families at Holy Cross!

SRC ELECTIONS

Congratulations to Tishe D., Gabby G., Prince N., Nefertiti T. and Didi U. on their nominations for Co-President for the 2026-2027 school year. They will be campaigning beginning today until May 8^th so look out for their posters. Speeches and voting for Co-Presidents will take place in period 3 on Monday May 11th. 

The SRC will also be accepting applications for Executive Positions (Secretary, Treasurer and CRO) as well as our Coordinator and Director Positions (Social Coordinator, Spiritual Coordinator, Pep Rally Coordinator, Director of Clubs, Director of Athletics, and Tech Director). Descriptions of these roles can be found on the bulletin board in between the commons and English hallway, at the SRC room door and at room 381. There are also QR codes located around the school to access the application form. The form opens on Friday May 1^st and will remain open until 3:30pm on May 8th. If you have any questions, you can find Mrs. Buzinski, Mrs. Gauthier, Ms. Unruh, Ms. J. Smith, Mrs. Regier or Mrs. Bartake. 

Applications for Crusader Crew will follow at a later date. 

If you are outgoing and wish to serve as a student leader in the school, please consider applying to SRC!

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.

Athletics

Track and Field Student Volunteers:

Thursday, May 14 from 4 - 8pm at the Gordie Howe Track 

2 workers at Javelin south 

Please see Ms. Hayes to sign up. Can be broken into shifts if needed.

Floor Hockey League

Any players who have a broken stick, the Phys Ed teachers will take the stick and put a blade on it for you to use in your games. The school gets a stick, and you get a better stick for your games. 

New Lunchtime Intermural Schedule

The following schedule will be used for lunchtime intermurals in the south gym. The north gym schedule will remain the same on days where intermural hockey is not taking place. 

South Gym Schedule

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 

Safe Navigators: Raising Kids in the Digital Age – Wednesday, June 18th @ 12 noon – 1pm

SSAIC Online Learning Workshop: This presentation will cover strategies for caregivers, educators, and other invested adults on how to have open, honest conversations with youth to help them recognize risks, set boundaries, and protect themselves in digital spaces. Finally, we will discuss steps for both youth and parents to take if they experience or suspect online sexualized violence, including how to report abuse and access available resources and support networks.

Let's Talk Science at the University of Saskatchewan invites you to the event, Science Rendezvous 2026. The event will be held on May 9th (Saturday) from 10 am to 4 pm.

Science Rendezvous is Canada's largest science and engineering free festival.  If you are interested in attending this event, you can register at the following link: 

https://forms.gle/xmQbN5M1twz1Vg6r8

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. 

Explore Emergency Services is hosting an event on May 8th. Registration is required. For students aged 17 and up.

"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 23^rd & May 30^th.  Registration is capped at 25, so be sure to register soon. Lead by Dr. Adam Pottle.

May 6^th - 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 – 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.