Daily Notices November 10th
General Notices
No School Wednesday November 11th – Friday November 13th
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is in Ottawa
Canada's Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is located at the National War Memorial in Ottawa's Confederation Square, and it contains the remains of an unidentified soldier who died in the First World War.
Poppies – Last day to make a donation
Please make a donation and receive a poppy for Remembrance Day. We will collect funds until Tuesday Nov 10 and there will be a prize for the homeroom who with the most donations.
Commons closed
The commons will be closed at 12:50pm on Tuesday, November 17 to set up for SUTIL. Please stack chairs at 12:50 to help.
Memorial Mass
We will be celebrating our annual Memorial Mass for those whom we have lost in the past year, or in any of our school years, on Tuesday, Nov. 17. Mass will start at the beginning of lunch in the Chapel. There is a table set up in the Chapel where you can put a funeral card or picture of the person you would like remembered at our Mass; these will be returned to you after the Mass. You can put these pictures and cards up already so we can keep your loved ones in our prayers during the month of November. Everyone is welcome to attend this Mass!
Chapel News
Jesus is now present in the tabernacle in the Chapel. 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.
Booster Juice Fundraiser for Grad 2027
Booster Juice on Nov 20 - The graduating class of 2027 has organized a Booster juice healthy hunger sale for Friday November 20. All orders are done online, and you simply pay with your credit card, then it will be delivered to the school at lunch for students to pick it up according to their grade and last name. We look forward to your support! Go to www.HealthyHunger.ca and click “Create your Parent Account”. Orders need to be in by Sunday, Nov 15.
Cafeteria line
Students are not allowed to use multiple phones in the cafeteria line to pay for items. One transaction only - Cash or your own phone for debit purchases. Thanks in advance for your cooperation.
Student Verification Forms
Parents - if there are updates to your contact information, address, phone number, emergency contacts, please fill out this form:
https://forms.gle/rbmPnvdbk5nScyBB9
Student Media Release
Please fill out our GSCS Media Release form. One Media Consent form is now "valid" for the entire duration of each student's time at a school. If a student transfers to a new school, a new form will have to be completed, including transitioning from elementary to high school.
The form must be filled out by a parent/guardian; one per student attending Holy Cross:
https://forms.gle/CSsfXp2uzbNS5FQa7
The Student Media Release form is mandatory; 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. Please note this form also includes permission for your child to be included in the yearbook.
Extended Leave Forms
If you are going to miss 4 or more days of school, you must complete an extended leave form from the main office. Please pick up the form 2 weeks in advance to allow time to complete the form and connect with teachers.
Homework Hall Tutorial
Would you like help from a teacher with your homework in a quiet space? Homework Hall tutorial time takes place every lunch hour in Room 332. All students are welcome to attend; it does not have to be assigned to you – you can just drop in.
Music
There is a FULL CHOIR practice TODAY at lunch.
Graduation
Attention Grade 12 Grads - the list of important dates and reminders has been posted in the 2027 Edsby Grad group. Please review.
Grade 12 Grad sponsorship letters - we have copies at the main office for students to pick up.
There are also Fundscrip Gift Card Fundraiser forms at the office. The deadline for orders is November 17th, 2026.
Driver’s Ed
Please make sure to check the Driver’s Ed bulletin board for the driving schedule. Take a picture of the schedule so you don’t forget.
Cafeteria
The following items will be available daily at the cafeteria:
Burgers, sandwiches, subs, wraps, baking and various snacks.
Nov 10th – Souvlaki on a bun
Nov. 11–13 – No school
Musical
Tickets for this year's musical, The Olympians, will be on sale at lunch from November 16 to the 20th by the Theatre. The cost is $10 and we will be accepting cash and debit.
Come out and see ancient Greece from a "HER-culean" perspective!
Volunteer
Bishop Pocock School
Community Council is looking for volunteers to help with the Bishop Pocock Mini Makers Market on Thursday, November 19, from 1:30- 7:30 p.m. at Bishop Pocock School. Opportunity to work shorter shifts for those not available the whole day.
Volunteer roles include:
Helping with concessions
Selling raffle tickets
Greeting and directing guests
Helping younger students with their sales
End-of-night cleanup
Please contact Meghan by text or email if you are interested.
(306) 291-2336
CAP OPPORTUNITY
The L'Arche Christmas party is happening in a different way this year and is not being hosted at Holy Cross. However, they would like 5 volunteers for these specific times: Thursday Nov 19 from 1-3:00, and Wednesday Dec 2 from 4:30-7:30. (5 hours total) If you and a group of 4 friends would like to know more about this opportunity, please contact Mrs. Dale by Edsby message, or see her in the Chapel. If you have these dates available and are good to work with 4 people you may not know, you can also sign up. Only 5 in total!!
Volunteers needed at The Bentley Home
The retirement home is looking for student volunteers who are interested in getting experience working in a commercial kitchen and serving their senior residents. This would be a great experience for someone interested in the culinary arts while also providing an opportunity to earn CAP hours. If you are interested, please call or text Cameron at 1-250-580-3988 or email him at cameron.simo@cogirseniorliving.ca
CAP Opportunity
Afternoons available at awâsisak kâ-nîmîhtocik - St. Francis School (2010 7th St E): Thursdays: Nov 19, and Dec 10. from 1-3:30pm. Please see Mrs. Dale to sign up or send her an Edsby message.
Volunteers needed for Christmas Concert
Clubs
Pray the Rosary
Every Monday at 12:15 in the Chapel. We have rosaries, and rosary pamphlets to make this a prayerful experience for you. Please join us for this time of community prayer.
Youth Alliance
The Youth Alliance Club is a group for the 2SLGBTQ+ community and their allies. Hosted in Room 361, this safe and inclusive space meets every other Thursday all year!
Rosary Group
Our Rosary Group meets every Wednesday after school from 3:15-4:45 in the Chapel to make rosaries that are donated around the world. One Wednesday will earn you 1.5 CAP hours. Please contact Mrs. Dale if you have any questions.
Knitting Club
Calling all knitters and stitchers! Knitting and Stitching club takes place every Thursday after school in room 111: beginning at 3:20 on regular days and at 12:35 on shortened days. Bring your crochet, your knitting, or any other fibre art, or come start something new! See you there!
Film Club
TUESDAYS AT LUNCH IN 121!
Welcome back, Fantastic Film Friends, and a warm welcome to everyone who likes to watch the newest trailers and short films, then discuss all things cinema among a most excellent student-led crowd! Drop in, bring your lunch and a friend, and let’s get rolling!
Attention Gamers!
The Chess and Games Club is now open and ready for your genius. For those interested in chess, please feel free to attended Monday to Friday anytime over lunch in room 377. For those interested in board games, card games, and RPG games, please go to room 122 every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
For more information, please see Mr. Allen, Mr. Plaskett, or Mr. Spehar.
Athletics
Junior Football
Come pick up your t shirts TODAY at beginning of lunch in PE office!
Curling
Curling tryouts will be moved to Monday, November 16th. They will take place at Nutana Curling Rink at 3:30 pm. Please join the Edsby Curling group for more information!
Boys Soccer
All players must return their soccer jerseys ASAP to Mr. Regel (room 356) or the main office.
Kaleb F. Van M. Tega O. Subomi A. Toki O.
Simon P. Ebeneezer C. Josh A. Ethan I. Michael S.
Yossi M. Ethan O. Logan P. David I. James P.
Dom Y. Kieve F. Jojo U.
Student Services
Student Service Notices can be found in more detail on the Counsellor Connection Website. Go here to see more details and access links: https://shorturl.at/T4hue
SIEC Spotlight on Career TECH: Deadline to apply Wednesday, Nov. 25
Grade 11 First Nations, Métis, and Inuit students interested in science, engineering, or math can apply for VJKF’s fully funded 2027 university research week by December 11, 2026.
F.I.R.E. Cadet Program
Grade 11–12 students interested must apply through Student
Services by November 25.
U of C at Holy Cross: U of C advisors are coming to Holy Cross! They will have a presentation on Thursday November 26th at 2:00 pm in the library at the office. Any students in grade 10-12 who are interested can sign up in Student Services.
