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HOLY CROSS HIGH SCHOOL
2115 McEown Ave
Saskatoon, SK S7J 3K8
Principal - Ben Garchinski
Vice Principal - Jason Benson Assistant Principal - Nadine Cannell
Director of Education - Greg Chatlain
Assistant Superintendent of Education - Scott Gay
Board Trustees - Jim Carriere and Wayne Stus
A Tradition of Excellence
Newsletter May 1, 2015
Principal’s Message
Greater Saskatoon Catholic
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Upcoming Events
Friday, May 1
Final day to Discontinue classes
Newsletter on-line
Friday, May 8
Final day to purchase Graduation
Banquet Tickets
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Final day for Grade 12’s to qualify
This is the final month of renovations. Work continues on the old band room, as well as technology
for Graduation
upgrades at the south end of the school and painting throughout the school. Deficiencies, main

Studio Art Portfolios Due
washroom, landscaping and final mechanical commissioning will occur this summer. We are starting to
Saturday, May 9
rehang all of the art work and pictures that we previously had throughout the school.
Badminton Provincial Championship
Monday,
May 11 - Friday, May 15
Variety Night will take place on Wednesday and Thursday of next week. It will be held in the cafeteria in
Catholic Education Week
a coffee house format. Please come and join us and witness the great array of talent of our students.
Monday, May 11
AP Music Theory Exam
Our Grade 11 and 12 music students will be travelling to New York from May 14th to May 19th. This is
Tuesday, May 12
an exceptional educational excursion and I wish to thank our Music Directors as well as the Music
AP French Language & Culture
Parents association for organizing and providing this opportunity.
Exam
th
Wednesday,
May 13
The Box Lunch Auction is scheduled for May 26 . This activity is an opportunity for our staff and
SRC Speeches and Elections
students to grow in solidarity with the poor through education and fund raising for Development and
Thursday, May 14 - Tuesday, May 19
Peace. The extensive fundraising effort and generous contributions from the students, staff members,
Senior Music Tour to
parents and community are greatly appreciated.
New York City, USA
Monday,
May 18
Congratulations to all individuals who participated in badminton over the past two months, you
represented the school very well. Thank you to Mr. Scott and Mr. Kwan for coaching this year’s teams. Victoria Day - School Closed
Thursday, May 21
Track and Field activities are now underway. The Citywide Track Meet will be on May 27th and 28th.
Shortened Day - 12:30 Dismissal
There is still ample time to join the team. Please encourage your son or daughter to do so.
Grade 12 Retreat
Sunday,
May 24
Over the next couple of weeks a large number of our students will be writing their Advanced Placement
Spring Music Concerts
Exams in Calculus, Chemistry, English, French and Music. Some are also submitting their Art
1:00 pm - Senior
Portfolio’s for consideration. The advanced placement program provides our honours students the
3:30 pm - Junior
opportunity to receive university credits. Good luck to all that are involved.
Tuesday, May 26
Box Lunch Auction
Graduation activities and plans are well underway. Tickets for the graduation banquet are now
GSCS Evening of Song - 7:00 pm
available. For current information, please check the school website. Valedictorian and Salutatorian
Cathedral of the Holy Family
have now been selected by the grade 12 students. Nominations and selection for other positions for
graduation will occur this month. Students with questions can speak with their room representatives or Wednesday, June 3
SCR Car Show & BBQ
Mr. Garchinski. May 8th is the final date for students to be passing required classes in order to be
HCCS Community Council
eligible for graduation. If there are any questions, students should contact Mr. Garchinski.
Meeting - 7:00 pm
Thursday, June 4
Shortened Day - 12:30 Dismissal
HCMPA Meting - 7:00 pm
Thursday, June 4 - Saturday, June 6
McLennan Lake Canoe Trip
Friday, June 5 - Saturday, June 6
Track & Field Provincial
Championship
Wednesday, June 10
Year End Pep Rally
Friday, June 12
Spring Awards Ceremony - 8:00 am
This Month we celebrate world Catholic Education Day on Thursday, May 14th. It is a significant day for
our school and our school community as we celebrate the huge blessing we have to participate in faith
based education. While many throughout the world struggle to receive any form of education, we are
privileged to receive one that enhances our spiritual wellbeing. We are truly blessed and have much to
be thankful for.
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Did you Know?
Visitors
Holy Cross High School programs and policies are designed to meet the needs of the students. During the school day they are
not designated to serve other members of the community.
Students should not make arrangements to meet with or visit with other members of the community at Holy Cross during the
school day. Noon hour or after school meetings should be arranged off school property.
Visitors entering the school must proceed directly to the Main Office to register with an Administrator. Authorized visits between
our students and visitors can take place only in the Main Office.
School Fees 2014-2015
Students with overdue student fee accounts are reminded that their accounts must be settled with the school prior to selecting
elective courses for which fees are paid for the next school year. Students with outstanding course fees will be limited to the
elective courses they may select.
Registration for 2015-2016
Students can currently log on to their Maplewood account and view the courses they have selected fro the 2015-2016 school year.
Students are now also able to view attendance and current timetables. Please log onto your account to view your finalized course
selections. If there are any errors or concerns please notify the school.
A parent account is currently being developed. Parents will soon have access online to view their child’s attendance, course
selection and timetable information. More information about the parent portal will be available once it is up and running.
Round-about In Front of the School
A reminder that the round-about in front of the school is for student drop-off and pick-up only. Please do not stop in the left hand
lane of the round-about as this causes congestion and puts both our students and parents at risk of an accident. Please do not
park and block the accessible portion of the sidewalk, we have many students in wheelchairs who need this access.
Cars left unattended are subject to a $50 parking fine.
Crosswalks around the School
Please remember to cross at the appropriate crosswalks when coming and going to school. Do not jaywalk or cut across the
streets either on foot or with your bikes when crossing. This is for your own safety.
4th Annual - Holy Cross Car Show
We are excited to announce that Holy Cross High School is conducting their 4th Annual Car Show and Year End Barbecue in the
school’s staff parking lot on Wednesday, June 3 during the noon hour. This day showcases cars young and old. SRC has
smokies, snow cones, and popcorn for sale. In the past, this day has been highlighted for its generous support and participation.
This year, we expect to have an even greater response to our exciting event. Upon entering a car into the car show, owners have
their cars judged in certain categories most suitable for their style of car. We are glad to announce that at the end of this fun
competition the owners receive prizes as a sign of our appreciation for their participation.
If your organization/establishment is able to contribute a prize, we would appreciate the donation. Thank you for your
Consideration. Please drop off any donations with Mrs. Cannell in the office. Remember, all are welcome to the event. We hope
to see you there!
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Graduation 2015
Banquet ticket orders are now being accepted for Graduation 2015, and will be available until Friday, May 8th. Tickets are limited
to a maximum of 8 per graduate. If more tickets become available after May 8th a voice message will be sent out to all graduates
and will be available on a date to be determined.
There will be a mandatory Graduation Rehearsal for all students on the Graduation list on Monday, June 22 at 12:20 pm in the
Holy Cross Theatre. Following the rehearsal students will receive their Caps, Gowns and Stoles for Graduation as well as their
Banquet tickets. Students who have outstanding textbooks or any fees will be required to return or pay for the lost materials prior
to receiving their graduation gowns.
Graduation will be held on Thursday, June 25th. The schedule for the day is as follows:
8:00 am
9:00 am
11:30 am
5:00 pm
5:45 pm
9:00 pm
9:30 pm
11:30 pm
All Graduates to arrive at TCU Place
Procession of Graduates / Graduation Mass and Exercises
All Graduates to return to Grand Circle to return their Graduation gowns
Doors at Prairieland Park open for the Graduation Banquet
Graduation Banquet Begins
Grand March of the Graduates
Graduation Dance
Busses board for Chem Free Aftergrad
Holy Cross Music Department
New York Music Tour
All final payments should have been submitted to the Music Parents Association. Students will be receiving an abbreviated final
itinerary and handbook in school this week. A full, finalized itinerary is available on the Holy Cross Music Department Blog.
Students are to arrive at the Saskatoon airport at 2:00 am on Thursday, May 14th. Be sure to have all of your luggage and
carry-ons packed according to Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (see their website www.catsa.gc.ca) and that you have
your instrument, uniforms, music and of course, your passport. Students will be returning around 11:59 pm on Tuesday May 19th.
Student are responsible for getting their own rides to and from the Saskatoon airport.
Spring Concert
The Music Department's final concert will be held on Sunday May 24th. Attendance for all students is mandatory as part of their
course requirements. The Senior Concert will start at 1:00 pm and will include the Grade 11 and 12 bands; the Choir Concert will
start at 2:15 pm and will include the Senior and Junior Choir; the Junior Concert will start at 3:30 pm and will include all Grade 9
and 10 bands. Students not returning to the program next year or changing uniforms, will need to bring a change of clothes to
hand their uniforms in at the end of the concerts. Parent volunteers are needed to sell tickets, take in uniforms, and supervise/take
attendance in the warm up rooms.
The Music Parents Association Annual General Meeting will also be taking place during the concerts. We are looking for several
parents to volunteer for the board next year, so please consider getting involved. We cannot plan tours, do fundraisers, hand out
and rent uniforms or put on concerts without parents volunteers on the Music Parents Association. We need your help!
Inner Courtyard Medicine Wheel and Orchard Project
Families who would like to donate money for the purchase of orchard trees for the courtyard are encouraged to donate through the
Catholic Schools Foundation. Note to the Foundation that the donation is for the Holy Cross High School Inner Courtyard Orchard. A commemorative plaque will be installed at the east entrance to the courtyard, donors can signify a name or names in
whose memory the donation is for.
Any questions should be directed to Karan Bloski at (306)659-7605.
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Outdoor Education Club
This spring the Outdoor Ed. Club are undertaking three trips.
This year the annual Grade 12 Hiking Trip will be travelling to the beautiful Waterton National Park in southwest Alberta. This
park offers some of Canada's best hiking opportunities. The trip will take place on June 4th thru 7th. Many planning meetings
and practice hikes must take place in preparation for this trip. Only students meeting the trip criteria will be considered for the
trip. Any inquiries can be made to the staff chaperones: Mr. Blais, Mrs. Walker, Mr. Lipinski, Mrs. Rodych, and
Father Modestus.
The spring canoe trip is on June 4th thru 7th. This year's trip will be the McLennan Lake route. The trip will accommodate 21
students. Only the students meeting the many planning meetings and paddling practices will be considered for this trip. The trip
will have many kms of pristine lake paddling with a few short portages carrying you from lake to lake. Any inquiries can be made
to the staff chaperones: Mr. Deptuch, Mr. Kwan, and Mrs. Vermette.
A second spring canoe trip has been added to accommodate the students meeting all requirements of the first trip but because of
limited space on the McLennan Lake trip, are unable to attend that trip. This trip will be on May 30th and May 31st. The location
is the Nova lake and Ostene Lake on the western edge of the PA National Park. Access to these lakes are from the Big River
area. This is part of the Bladebone Route in the National Park. Inquiries can be made to Mr. Blais.
Holy Cross Catholic School Community Council
The final meeting of the Holy Cross Catholic School (HCCS) Community Council for the 2014-2015 school year will be held on
Wednesday, June 3rd at 7:00 pm in the conference room off of the main hallway.
Student Services
U of S Update- Please be aware of the following deadlines
May 1st- deadline to apply for Sept. 2015 admission to the colleges of Agriculture & Bio-resources, and Arts & Science
Register NOW to attend a U-Start Session. Learn how to create your schedule, how to select your classes, how to navigate
through PAWS, and so much more! Very useful workshop!
May 11th- Sign up for Learning Communities opens for the colleges of Agriculture & Bio-Resources, Engineering, Kinesiology, Arts
& Science. SUPER Helpful for first year students!
Have you considered… getting a head start on your studies by taking Summer Classes? Common reasons to take a
summer class include: getting a head start on a degree program, focusing on a tough class they want to get out of the way,
earning credit for learning strategies for academic success. The last day for students to change their start term to Summer is
May 1. Students should not submit another application if they have already applied; they only need to contact the Admissions
Office to make the switch.
U of S Advising at Holy Cross There are still a few spots available for students planning to attend the U of S College of Arts &
Science in the fall. U of S advisors are coming to Holy Cross May 11th and May 12th to help students choose classes for next
year. This is a very helpful meeting. Please sign up for an appointment in Student Services.
U of S Info: U-Start registration workshops for new U of S Students are coming up soon! U-Start workshops teach prospective
students:
how to choose and register for their classes,
how to use online tools like PAWS,
and how & when to take care of important student business like paying tuition or buying textbooks.
There will be 4 sessions available. May 9th, May 23rd , June 4th and June 13th . This is a VERY HELPFUL Workshop!!! Students
need to seriously consider registering for and attending one of these workshops.
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Student Services
St. Thomas More & the U of S Advising on Course Selection, will be held on Monday, May 11 & Tuesday, May 12, This is a
great way to take the stress out of course selection for University next fall, sign up in student services to secure a time.
U of S Graduation Powwow – May 27
The University of Saskatchewan Graduation Powwow honours graduating Aboriginal students from the U of S and from high
schools across the province.
Students of all ages are welcome to attend the powwow. If you plan to attend, including any graduating Grade 12 Aboriginal
students please register, application forms available in Student Services. Or on line at students.usask.ca/current/aboriginal/
powwow.
Sask Polytech - Visit saskpolytech.ca/choices for a list of programs with seats available for fall 2015.
CSI at Saskatchewan Polytechnic Saskatoon Campus Saskatchewan PolytechnicCSI – Come See Investigate
SaskPolytechnic Can’t make it during the day? Parents and potential students in Gr.11 & 12 are welcome to attend general
Campus tours of Saskatoon Campus. The session will include a tour of the campus, as well as an overview of the programs and
services we provide. May 12, 2015 6:30-7:30 p.m. To register, please contact Debra Stevenson, student recruitment advisor,
Sask Polytechnic Saskatoon Campus at 659-4715 or by email at debra.stevenson@saskpolytech.ca
Great Plains College- Seats are still available for the following programs for fall 2015:
Administrative Assistant (Kindersley, Swift Current, Warman)
Business (Swift Current & Warman)
Electrician (Bigger & Swift Current)
Power Engineering- (Kindersley)
Welding (Rosetown)
Youth Care Worker (Warman)
There are many unique scholarship opportunities!
There is also a $1000 Early Entrance Award that is available to Gr. 11 students who apply by June 30th.
Summer School- the Public School Division is now accepting applications for Summer School Classes. Pick up an application in
Student Services.
Computer Science Early Start Program. This program gives grade 11 students the opportunity to take two Computer Science
university courses over the summer, before grade 12. Our website has all the information about this program:
http://www.cs.usask.ca/earlystart/
Do you have a keen interest in making policing a career? Sign up in Student Services to attend a workshop to find out more
about a career in policing. The date is Thursday, June 4th from 9:00 – 2:30 with lunch provided. Students are required to provide
their own transportation. The workshop will be at the new Police Headquarters! Sign up today in student services to get this review
of different career opportunities found in Police Services.
Are you interested in a career in Esthetics? Then check out Nove Academy – they offer a variety of classes in this area and
students will become proficient in their chosen areas of instruction through the help of skilled Journeyperson instructors,
spectacular staff and of course a well-structured classroom. All programs have been reviewed and approved by the Sask
Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission. A 2015 Education Calendar is available in student services or check out
www.novewholesale.com.
If you have an interest in the world of computer science, website and mobile app development and design? Sign up for a
noon hour presentation presented by the Saskatoon Company Rock & Bloom. They will be here to give you information and
answer any questions you may have in this field. Sign-up sheet is in student services.
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Employment / Volunteer Opportunities
Are you looking for summer employment and not sure where to start? Make an appointment with Ms. Hofmann in student
services – Resume/Cover letter writing, job search, job interview prep, job shadow, career opportunities and much more!
Call for Camp Easter Seal Counsellor-In-Training Applicants! Want to make a difference and work at a beautiful camp this
summer? Apply for the Counsellor-in-training program! Forms available online at www.abilitiescouncil.sk.ca and follow the links
for Camp Easter Seal CIT program. Brochures are available in Student Services.
Summer Youth Internship Program – aims to create an opportunity for students (Gr. 11& 12, possibly Gr. 10) interested in a
career in the construction, tourism and the communication and information technology sectors to gain some valuable work
experience over the summer months. This exposure to the industry will allow students to get a proper start to their future careers
and will be required to commit to a 6 week paid internship that begins July 6 and ends August 14. Students will receive
competitive industry wages, be assigned a career coach, mentored by established trades people, create lasting networks for
future job opportunities, hours logged working under a journeyperson are hours to use towards an apprenticeship, you may be
able to sign up for the two credit apprenticeship program; receiving two high school credits after the program completion, students
can complete the Sask Youth Apprenticeship program with the help/guidance of their assigned career coaches. Students who are
already involved in career work experience classes or who have secured a summer position can still apply to the program.
Applications are available in student services – deadline is May 8.
The Saskatchewan Abilities Council is looking for volunteers for their SLYP – Out (Social Leisure Youth Program), a
recreational based program for youth aged 13-22 years who have physical disabilities. The primary goals are recreation and fun
along with providing opportunities for the youth to gain new experiences, make new friends, learn new skills and enjoy safe and
challenging outings within the community. Experience working with people with physical disabilities is not required, as the training
will be provided. Contact the Program Coordinators at 306-717-5495 or slypout.saskatoon@abilitiescouncil.sk.ca. Application
forms are also available in student services.
Panning a future in the Trades?
E.D. Feehan Catholic High School is excited to offer students the opportunity to enroll in a creative and innovative program
offered through their Construction Pathway. Students have the opportunity to earn four high school credits: Construction 20 and
30; Interior Finishing 20 and 30. Students will construct two Ready to Move Houses (RTM).
The Construction Pathway provides:
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Exposure to a multitude of construction trades ex. framing, interior finishing, plumbing, and electrical, millwork etc.
Practicum experience with community partners.
300 apprenticeship hours to be applied to the trade of their choice
Problem based learning and practical real world experience
Opportunities to become certified in some specialized products (acrylic stucco installation for example)
Students will receive workplace safety training, WHMIS, First Aid, OHS rules and regulations.
Applications are available in student services. Please see a counsellor for more information.
Bridging to Work
Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools, and the Ministry of Education is offering a program called Bridging to Work! This program
is designed to help GSCS graduates transition into the world of work after high school. The target group is graduates or school
leavers from GSCS that have decided not to further their post-secondary education or training immediately upon finishing school.
Services provided include job search, one-on-one career counselling, finding job opportunities, community advocates and
resources, maintaining employment, personal management, accessing upgrading and other training options for skill development.
For more information, contact your high school or call the Career Development Centre at 306-659-7591.
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St. Luke School 25th Anniversary Celebration
We welcome all past and present members to the St. Luke School Community in celebration of 25 years of Catholic Education in
the Lakeridge area.
Date:
Thursday, May 21, 2015
Time: 4:00 pm
Outside Activities and School Open for viewing and fellowship
5:30 pm
BBQ - $5.00 / family or $2.00 / person
includes hotdogs, smokies, drinks, watermelon & Rice Krispie cake
6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Presentations
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Talent Show
Please RSVP by Friday, May 15 to pre-order BBQ supper by calling 306-659-7370.
“That’s Just Crazy Talk” Conference on Mental Health
Friday, May 8th, 2015 at the Travelodge Hotel, FREE FOR TEENS! If you are dealing with a friend or family member who is
dealing with a mental illness, be sure to attend this wonderful half day workshop! The keynote speaker is excellent! GRAB a
registration brochure from Student Services, the Chaplain’s Office or the Library and plan to attend.
30th Annual Native Graduate Recognition Night
The 30th Annual Native Graduation Recognition Night is being hosted by the Saskatoon Indian and Metis Friendship Centre on
June 4 at 6pm at the Prairieland in Hall A. This honours students of Aboriginal ancestry who have successfully completed grade 12
in a Saskatoon School. There will be no cost for you or your escort to attend and a small cost for your friends or family. You may
be eligible for scholarships based on your academics, community involvement, sports involvement, your career focus or where you
are attending post- secondary. Application forms available in student services. Deadline to apply: May 15.
The Princess Shop’s Dress Program
The Princess Shop’s dress program lends donated dresses and accessories, to female graduates in need to enhance their graduation experience. Along with this other services such as hair, makeup, flowers, photo and car service will be made available. Application forms are available through student services or The Princess Shop’s website. www.theprincessshop.ca
2015-2016 Saskatoon Minor Hockey Registration-May 1-June 30, 2015
There will not be fall minor hockey registration. Please register in the period above in order to secure minor hockey registration for
next season.
Registration On-Line May 1, 2015 to June 30, 2015:
• Aces Zone – www.saskatoonaces.ca
• Comets Female – www.cometshockey.ca
• Redwings Zone – www.saskatoonredwings.ca
• Wild Zone – www.saskatoonwild.com
• Bobcats Zone – www.saskatoonbobcats.com
• Flyers Zone – www.saskatoonflyers.ca
• Renegades Zone – www.saskatoonrenegades.ca
• GSHL AA Tryouts – www.gshlonline.ca
May 1 – June 30, 2015 Registration period applies to all age groups – Initiation (born 09-10); Novice (07-08); Atom (05-06);
Peewee (03-04); Bantam (01-02); Midget (98-00); Midget No Body Checking (97-00)
Register by June 30 and you will be eligible to be drawn for one of 16 pairs of tickets to the NHL Pre-Season game between the
Edmonton Oilers and Minnesota Wild in September 2015
Saskatoon Kidsport Application Deadline is June 15, 2015 306-975-0818 for information
For more information on minor hockey registration: www.smha.sk.ca Phone: 306-244-1363
Or email: smha@sasktel.net
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