An important reminder to be respectful in our community when parking and walking to school.  Please put your garbage in the bins and do not litter in our community.

Thank you for being positive representatives of Holy Cross.

Invitational FinLit Year End BBQ - Friday, May 29

Students in Sem 2 Financial Literacy are cordially invited to a year end BBQ to celebrate our 4^th place finish in the nationwide Chatter High Income Tax Challenge!

Where: Holy Cross Courtyard

Who: Sem 2 FinLit 10, 20, 30 students; Sem 1 FinLit 20, 30 students

When: May 29 at lunch

What: Burgers, Hot dogs, snacks, and freezies, Trophy presentation, yard games

Why: Because you're awesome and won $200 in the Chatter High Income Tax Challenge!

This is an exclusive event! Starting Tuesday, students will receive an invitation in their FinLit classes (Sem 1 FinLit 20 and 30 students see Mr. Michalenko for your invitation). On the day of the event, you will need to present your invitation and student ID for your access to the courtyard and free lunch. Can't wait to see you there!

Summer School Registration is now open!  For more information and to register:  https://www.gscs.ca/cyb/summer-school

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.

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.

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. 

Graduation

Tuesday, May 26^th - last senior jersey challenge

This is it seniors. The last Senior Jersey Challenge of the year, possibly of our lives. Let's end with a bang and wear our senior jerseys, Tuesday May 26. 

Important Grade 12 Graduation Dates and Reminders

Grade 12 Retreat - A reminder to Grade 12 students that the Grade 12 Retreat is on Wednesday, June 3 at Holy Spirit Parish. Please meet in the Holy Spirit Hall at 9:00am for attendance. Lunch is provided and there will be gluten free and vegetarian options. If you have additional food restrictions, please fill out the sheet at the main office. An important reminder is that attendance for the retreat is mandatory as a part of graduation requirements. If you have a conflict for a legitimate reason, please see Ms. Hayes by Friday, May 29. There will be a retreat package to complete if you are away. Grad gown distribution will be at the end of the retreat for students who have paid their fees. 

Monday, June 1, 2026 - Grade 12 Honour Roll will be calculated on this date. No extensions.

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 - Grade 12 Retreat - All graduates must attend. 

Friday, June 12, 2026 – Spring Awards (Period 3) in the theatre – Those involved will receive an invitation.

Friday, June 19, 2026 – Grad Rehearsal in the theatre at 12:30. All graduates must attend.

Thursday, June 25, 2026 – Graduation Ceremony at Merlis Belsher at 1:30pm (school organized). Graduates need to be there to line up by 12:45. Seating is first come first serve. No limit on number of people that attend.

Thursday, June 25, 2026 – Graduation Banquet and After Grad (parent organized) at Prairieland Hall D. 

Music

There will be FULL CHOIR practices TODAY, Tuesday and Wednesday at lunch.

Cafeteria 

The following items will be available daily at the cafeteria:  

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

May 25^th – BBQ Pork

May 26^th – Dill Chicken Nuggets & Veggies

May 27^th – Meatballs, pasta & sauce

Clubs 

POM Team

Please return your dress and gloves to Mrs. Newton in room 122 ASAP.

Chess Club

We will conclude the chess club this year by having a chess tournament on Friday May 29^th after school.  Please see Mr. Plaskett in room 377 to sign up if you are interested.

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! ❤️ 

Athletics

Floor Hockey Sticks

If you brought a broken stick to put a plastic blade on for intramural you don’t get to keep your new blade and broken stick!   If you aren’t willing to donate your broken stick that’s ok but you need to bring back the stick with the blade on it!  And we will use the blade! Thanks for your cooperation and for not keeping the school floor hockey blade!

We are excited to have awesome sticks for floor hockey     If you want you can put your name on it for next year and you get dibs on the use of the stick!

Please bring your stick back to a PE teacher at your earliest convenience this week… we know who you are! ;)

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 

Volunteer Opportunity! - Children's Festival of Saskatchewan June 4 - 7 @ Kinsmen Park.  Go to: childrensfestsk.ca/VOLUNTEER to apply.

Chatterblock Summer Guide - check out this platform where parents can find activities, events, camps, and programs for their children. Link to guide: resources.chatterblock.com/static/production/downloads/summer-program-guide.619d45cac4bc.pdf

Great Plains College NEW PROGRAM! -  is excited to share that a new full-time Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) program will be launching at their Warman Campus beginning in December 2026!   The one-year certificate program combines classroom learning, hands-on training, and hospital and ambulance practicums in the Saskatoon region to prepare students for careers in emergency medical services. Graduates will be eligible to write the provincial licensing exam for registration with the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics. Learn more at greatplainscollege.ca

U-Start pre-orientation activities in May and June: Colleges and student services at USask offer in-person and online activities starting next month designed to support new students' transition to university and prepare them for their next most important step: class registration.  This year, first-year class registration opens on Saturday, June 13.

By participating in U-Start, new students can prepare with confidence and learn:

·   how to choose and register for classes,

·   how they can get a head start,

·   where to find help, and what else they need to know before September.

The University of Ottawa, in partnership with Color In Practice, presents the annual Bled Future Achievers Leadership Forum, a 5‑day interactive leadership experience for 14 Black and Indigenous youth leaders (ages 14–18) from across Canada. The forum will take place in Ottawa from July 12–18, 2026. The Forum is all expenses paid, and includes Transportation to and from Ottawa, Transportation during the forum, Accommodation and meals, Relevant activities and programming, A safe and inclusive environment where everyone is welcome.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: May 25, 2026, AT 11:59 P.M. (EDT)

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.

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. 

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 support 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!