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Daily Notices January 8th

Student Notice Student Notice January 8, 2026
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General Notices 

**An important reminder to please use the crosswalks when crossing the streets and use the crosswalk light on Taylor Street for safety reasons. **


** Students should not be hanging out in the hallways during class time as it is disruptive to classes. Students should refrain from being on their phones in the hallways as well. If you have a spare, you can be in the commons or library when available. Thanks for your cooperation! **

 

Student ID cards

If you do not have a Student ID card, please come to the main office and have your photo taken for a temporary student ID. 

If you plan to attend the Winter Formal, you will need a School ID to get into the dance. Please, come to the office so we can make you a temporary school ID. 

 

Semester 1 Final Assessment Schedule

Here is the schedule for January 19 – January 23:

Mandatory review/Instructional time

 8:35 – 9:50 

Assessment 

10:00 - 12:10 

Lunch 

12:10 – 1:00 

Supported open learning time  

1:00 – 2:15 

Teacher Grading time 

2:15 – 3:00

 

Attention students - if you are going to miss any final assessments, you must meet with Ms. Hayes in advance for permission and to fill out a form to reschedule your assessments. 

 

Black History Month – Meeting TODAY

If you are interested in joining the planning for Black History Month, our next meeting is TODAY at lunch in room 249 (Mr. Cratty’s room). All those interested are welcome to join us.

 

Last day to Drop Semester 1 classes.

The last day to drop without academic penalty will be January 9th. If you need to drop a class, please make an appointment with your grade appropriate counsellor. You will need to get a drop form and make sure you are not going to be missing something for your credit attainment. 

 

Library News

The library will be closed over the lunch hour on Thursday January 8th. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

The library will not be signing out any books after Friday January 9th, all library books must be in before Finals. The Wall will be going up next week so please remember to check your school email for any overdue library books. Any students with books still out during Finals will be sent to the office to talk with and administrator.


2024-25 Yearbook

If your photo was missing from last year’s yearbook, please let us know at the main office. If you already let us know, you do not have to touch base. We want to ensure we have everyone who was missed as we work to come up with a solution. Thank you!


Winter Formal – Tickets on Sale TODAY

Grade 12 Winter Formal is January 26th at Gordie Howe!
 The theme this year is Masquerade.
 Mystery encouraged. Drama expected. 

Tickets are $55 and will be on sale January 7-9 during the lunch hour. Tap and cash will be accepted!

This event is organized by our Parent 2026 Grad Committee.


2025-26 Media Release Forms – Only 56% 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.


Driver’s Ed

Please make sure to check the Driver’s Ed Bulletin Board by Student Services to see the driving schedule and information on registering for Driver’s Ed. Make sure to register soon to enter the next lunch hour or after school class.

 

Saskatoon Transit

If you have concerns or feedback about Saskatoon Transit busing, please let them using the link below: https://saskatoontransit.ca/customer-services/customer-feedback


Reminder 

A reminder the commons is closed for cleaning in Period 4. 

Thanks for your understanding and cooperation! 

 

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. 


Youth Study Group

Free Tutoring - Youth Study Group - after school Every Wednesday 3:30-5:30 in the Library at Holy Cross.


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. 

 

ONE ACT PLAYS – DIRECTORS MEETING

This Friday, Jan. 9, 12:20, Room 121. This meeting is to confirm your involvement and your play, to get some important dates, ask questions and Be Awesome™ - Bring your lunch and your phones/what you use to schedule! **

 

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. 

                       

January 8th – Pizza

January 9th – Perogies & Sausage

January 12th – BBQ Pork

 

Music

Jazz Band

There will be jazz band rehearsal at lunch TODAY. New members welcome! 


Choir

FULL CHOIR Tuesday, January 13th.

 

HCMPA Staycation Raffle

Stay local. Relax big.
 Enter the HCMPA StayCation Raffle and support the Holy Cross Music Program!
 With prizes including a hotel stay, gift cards, dining, SSO tickets, and more — all valued at $2,000 — this is a win-win. All proceeds support the Holy Cross Music Program—helping our students create, perform, and shine!
 
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Clubs

Bible Club - TODAY 

Welcome back everyone and hope you are all feeling refreshed for a new year of bible club!
Our first meeting will take place on Thursday, January 8 in the Chapel.  Bibles will be provided.
 To ease into this gathering, we will be having a group reading and discussion on Ecclesiastes 3. This short, yet wisdom filled chapter highlights God's sovereignty over the constraints of time.

Everyone is welcomed, and feel free to bring a friend!


Chess Club  

Chess club has moved to room 377 in the new portables.

All levels of skill are welcome.


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.    

 

Bannock & Tea - TODAY
 This is a lunch time club where we build community and learn about Indigenous beading. Everyone is welcome to join!

In the new year we will alternate meeting on Tuesdays and Thursdays at lunch. Here are our January dates:

  • Thursday January 8th 
  • Tuesday January 13th (Shanna LaMontague will join us!)
  • Thursday January 29th 

Room 294 (Head through the theatre, turn left, and head upstairs).

 

Book Club – No meeting in January

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. 

 

Athletics

POM Team

The Holy Cross Pom Team is excited to share some of their upcoming performances! We are proud to represent HC at in the following two events this month: 

 

The HC Pom Team will be performing at the BRIT showcase on Friday, January 9 at 6:30 p.m. at Bedford Road. More information about attending can be found here: https://britbasketball.ca/

 

Our first competition will take place at Winter Knockout on Saturday, January 10 at 4 p.m. in Warman. More information about attending can be found here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SqzwSU2OD3uCeEd2Ffze8S7ZLQGwa7qi/vie


 "IGNITE THE OFFSEASON"
 Holy Cross Football Player Meeting

All Holy Cross Football players in Grades 9–12 are invited to attend an important meeting about offseason training at Ignite Athletics.

Date: Friday, January 9
 Time: 12:15 PM
 Location: PE Classroom

This meeting will cover offseason expectations, training opportunities, and how Ignite Athletics will help you get faster, stronger, and more prepared for next season.

Be there. Don’t miss it. We have a title to defend!


Community Events

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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

Women in Trades C&T Explore A (WITT-1800); March 7 - 8 and 14 - 15, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Trades explored: Autobody, Carpentry, Electrician, Heavy-duty Truck and Transport Technician; Registration deadline: February 27; https://saskpolytech.ca/programs-and-courses/resources/women-in-trades-and-technology/programs-events.aspx

 

Industrial Exploratory B (WITT-1804); April 18 and 19, and April 25 and 26, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Programs explored: Instrumentation, Mechanical Engineering technologies, Machining, Refrigeration, Welding and Metal Fabrication; Registration deadline: April 10 https://saskpolytech.ca/programs-and-courses/resources/women-in-trades-and-technology/programs-events.aspx

 

Grade 11 Student

 

Grade 12 Students

  • Affinity Community Scholarship for Grade 12's $1000 Opens Jan 5th and Deadline April 15th  affinitycu.ca   

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