Commons closure

The commons will be closed on Thursday afterschool to set up for our Coffee House fundraiser.

Math Contests

Those interested in the Euclid Math Contest (Gr. 12) and the Fryer/Galois/Hypatia (Gr. 9-11) there will be a sign-up meeting Wednesday at lunch in Room 365! 

NOVENA FOR PEACE IN UKRAINE: Please join us today at 12:25 in the Chapel, we will be praying a Novena for peace in Ukraine.  Today will be Day 2 of the 9 days of Prayer.  Please join us for as many days as you can to pray that peace will be restored in Ukraine, and that all families can be safely reunited.  We pray to the Lord, Lord hear our prayer. 

Senior Jersey Challenge - Thursday, February 26th

Another 26^th of the month! Keep up with the Senior Jersey Challenge and wear your jerseys this Thursday, February the 26^th to show off senior pride! 

Youth Alpha

There is a meeting on Thursday the 26th in room 122. If you are interested in learning how to grow your relationship with God and find a Christ-centered community, join Youth Alpha! We will follow a video series exploring the big questions of life, faith, and purpose from a Christian perspective. There will also be fun activities, discussions, and food, so don’t miss out! 

FRANCO FUN

Join us Thursday, February 26^th at lunch for all French speakers. Please come celebrate with us in room 112.

Student Volunteers needed for Basketball games at Holy Cross:

Please sign up at the main office for the following date - March 11

You will be working at the entrance from 5:45 - 9pm. 

Please see Ms. Hayes if you have any questions.

School Fees

On Monday, February 9, we sent home updated account statements for student fees.

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 cash, cheque or cash.

If you have any questions, please contact the main office at 306-659-7600.

Black History Month Activities

Check out the bulletin boards in the English/Transition hallway (informational choice board), the cafeteria (daily events for Black History celebrations), and the Catholic Studies hallway (poetry). 

Chapel News

Jesus is now present in the tabernacle in the Chapel. The reserved consecrated eucharist from our school Mass on Jan. 21 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.

Friday, February 27^th is Orange Shirt Day to promote Truth and Reconciliation

2025-26 Media Release Forms – Only 69% completed!!

This is a reminder that Student Media Release forms must be completed ASAP.

The form must be filled out by a parent/guardian; one per student attending Holy Cross.

Here is the link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1JC6xfZVFUrcvyb1GUkUJ_D9aR-6htJXwae8C3GJtadw/edit  

It is important for us to know your wishes regarding division and media coverage of student achievements and events during the time your child is a student within our school division. Thanks for taking the time to do this.

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. 

SRC Events

TODAY Compliment Board!

In support of anti-bullying day, students have chance to write a nice message for their friends on a board that will be hung somewhere in the school! Come to the SRC room at lunch to write a sweet note! 

School Wars 

Not only is Holy Cross a great Catholic school, but it is also the BEST CATHOLIC school in Saskatoon! To prove this, Holy Cross High School will be participating in the first ever school wars competition between St Joseph, Ed Feehan, Bethlehem, Bishop James Mahoney. Starting next week March 2nd- March 6th, we will be keeping score student participation in the following spirit days,

Monday: Pyjama Day

Tuesday: Jersey Day

Wednesday: Decades Day

Thursday: Adam Sandler Day

Friday: School Merch/School Colours Day

Teachers, brush up your math skills. Students, kick up your school spirit. Holy Cross is here to win!

CAP Opportunities

Coldest Night of the Year

On February 28, 2026, The Mustard Seed is hosting Coldest Night of the Year, a special fundraising 2km/5km walk to raise awareness and support for people experiencing homelessness in Saskatoon. We are looking for team captains who would gather 7-8 friends to walk with them, or individuals who would like to volunteer the day of the event. 

Here are some ways to get involved:

• Register a team online at cnoy.org . During registration, select Saskatoon East https://cnoy.org/location/saskatooneast where you will find our charity listed. Once registered, invite team members. Any hours you put towards getting a team together counts as volunteer hours.
• Register to walk with us here Make sure you register to be a walker for Saskatoon East – The Mustard Seed.
• Not up for walking but want to help? Check out the volunteer positions here We need lots of volunteers to make this event successful and you can fulfill mandatory hours this way as well. Need help or have questions? Call 780-940-8006 or email kristadawnkimsey@theseed.ca 

Cafeteria 

The following items will be available daily at the cafeteria:  

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

February 25^th – Chicken Swiss & Penne Alfredo

February 26^th – Pizza

February 27^th – Perogies & Sausage

Music

There are ALTO and TENOR/BASS practices TODAY at lunch.

Clubs 

LYNGr

Please join us for our meeting on THURSDAY, FEB 26 at lunch in the CHAPEL.  We need volunteers for baking, decorating, promoting, poster-making, and other jobs as well.  Come sign up to be a part of the Crusader Acre Bake Sale (Thurs Mar 12).  Let's help make HOPE GROW!!

Bannock & Tea
Bannock and Tea event this week on Thursday February 26^th in room 294 at lunch time. We will be discussing the teachings and protocol around Feasts and Round Dances. This is in preparation for the GSCS Feast and Round Dance on Wednesday March 11^th. We are hoping to get a group to go to this event together. All students and staff welcome to attend Bannock and Tea this week!

SADD

We are meeting Thursday, February 26^th in room 102 at noon.

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! ❤️ 

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

Chess club has moved to room 377 in the new portables. All levels of skill are welcome.

GSCS Open Chess Tournament

Saturday, March 7th | 10:30 am – 3:00 pm St. Joseph High School

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

● Players of all levels are welcome! Sign up in one of two divisions: Knight (Beginner) or Rook (Experienced). All players will have the chance to win door prizes!

● Games will have a time limit of 10 minutes per player. Every player will have the

opportunity to play a minimum of 4 games. The top Rook players will then be entered into an elimination bracket to play for first place.

● Admission is $5. Please pay your chess advisor ASAP. Admission includes a pizza lunch (two slices of pizza, a drink, and a snack). Let your chess advisor know if you have any dietary restrictions.

● You must arrange for your own ride to and from the tournament.

If you have any questions, see your chess advisor.

Athletics

Badminton Tryouts 

The try-out schedule for badminton is as follows:

Wednesday Feb 25: Senior 3:30 pm for those who made it. The list of athletes who made it is posted outside room 138.

If you have any questions, please see Mr. Meggs or Mr. Schnitzler.

Football

There will be an equipment handout for SMF Academy after school on Thursday February 26^th. Meet in the North Gym right after period 5.

In the Community

Lenten 40 Runners & Walkers!  It was awesome to see so many students and staff at the informational meeting this week in Mr. Malin's room!  If you have your team, you can go ahead and register online. Feel free to pop by room 103 at any time to connect with Mr. Malin if you have questions or were unable to make the meeting and are interesting in running with Team Holy Cross!  You can also connect with Mrs. Regier at the main office. To all those participating - stay tuned for a meeting time announcement closer to the event that will be communicated in student notices.

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 

SIEC - Try a Career Opportunities!! Grade 10-12

• Hospitality Bootcamp – Deadline to Apply February 25th www.saskatooniec.ca/hospitaliity 
• Recreation and Tourism Bootcamp - Deadline to Apply February 25^th - https://saskatooniec.ca/tourism/
• Spotlight on Careers: Construction – Deadline to Apply March 25th www.saskatooniec.ca/skilled-trades
• Spotlight on Careers: Heavy Mechanics – Deadline to Apply March 18th www.saskatooniec.ca/skilled-trades
• Spotlight on Careers: Think Tourism – Deadline to Apply March 11th www.saskatooniec.ca/skilled-trades

SaskTel Indigenous Youth Awards of Excellence – deadline to apply is April 30, 2026. https://www.sasktel.com/about-us/Community/Indigenous+Engagement/indigenous-youth-awards 

Thinking About MacEwan University?
A MacEwan student recruiter is visiting Holy Cross to answer your questions!
Thursday, March 12 | 12:05 – 1:05 PM
Commons (front entrance)

Saskatchewan Youth Internship Program - Would you like to earn a decent wage, high school credits and apprenticeship hours? Apply for the Saskatchewan Youth Internship Program and work in the skilled trades for the summer. Jobs available in electrical, mechanics, welding, and many more.  Application deadline is Wednesday, April 15, see student services for more details. http://www.saskatooniec.ca/syip-student

Saskatoon Industry Education Council – Free Resume Workshops

Workshop #1: Tuesday, March 10, Online Teams Platform

Workshop #2: Thursday, March 26, at Holy Cross High School Library

Register here:   www.saskatooniec.ca/syip-student

Girls Take Flight event at Mitchinson Flight Centre

Saturday May 2nd, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM registration will open soon: https://flymitchinson.com/about-us/girls-take-flight/

University of Regina High School Accelerated (HSXL) program opportunities for Fall 2026 and Winter 2027. https://www.uregina.ca/high-school/early-start/high-school-accelerated/index.html

Free Career Event for girls ages 12-18, hosted by Soroptimist Saskatoon on Saturday March 14. https://www.soroptimistsaskatoon.org/  

USask Bursary Opportunity “Saskatchewan Youth from Care Bursary" is available for students who are in group homes or foster care. The deadline is June 1st. More info here.   

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!