Holy Cross Elementary School

We wish you a season filled with joy, laughter, and meaningful moments with those you love.
As we celebrate the birth of our Saviour, may Christ’s peace and hope fill your homes and hearts.

Our schools will be closed from December 22 to January 4 for Christmas Break.
We look forward to welcoming everyone back on January 5.

Merry Christmas and happy holidays!
“Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace among those whom He favors.” — Luke 2:14

Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Just a reminder...

Priority 2: In Mrs. Mac’s Kinder class, students have had a Christmas workshop set up during Free Choice Centres. With a winter village, nativity play set, and stations like North Pole Bakery, toy workshop, dress-up, and a mail room, students have been engaging in a multitude of creative activities that also allow them to practice their speaking, listening, and problem solving abilities while enhancing their gross and fine motor skills.

Advent mass today at 12:30

Spirit Day Friday: Dress your best

🎉 Big news, Coyotes! We’re featured in LCSD’s Success Stories this month!
Read all about it at www.lrcssd.ca/news

Spirit Day Thursday: Wear your PJs

🎄🎶 What a fantastic night at Holy Cross Elementary School! ✨
Students from Preschool through Grade 6 lit up the stage with festive performances, big smiles, and plenty of Christmas cheer. It was a wonderful evening of music and celebration shared with families and friends.

Thank you to our students, staff, and families for making it such a memorable Christmas concert! 🌟

Spirit Day Wednesday: Dress as a Christmas Character

As we prepare our hearts for the celebration of Christmas, Lakeland Catholic School Division is pleased to share a special message from Archdiocesan Administrator Fr. Paul Kavanagh to the faithful of the Archdiocese of Edmonton.

In this brief video, Fr. Paul reflects the spirit of the season with words of gratitude and hope, and shares his commitment to pastoral service as he prepares to lead our local Church.

🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5LwKznMjJLQ

Priority 2: Miss Hoily is supporting vocabulary development through her authentic word of the week. When students are in the library, they are encouraged to learn the meaning of the new word and use it in their conversation throughout the week.

Tonight and tomorrow

Your Voice Matters! 📣🗓️ Lakeland Catholic is preparing the 2026–2027 School Calendar, and we want to hear from you — families, staff, and community members.
Your input helps us design a calendar that supports student learning, family routines, and community needs.

👉 Take the survey here:
https://www.lrcssd.ca/forms/lakeland-catholic-2026-2027-calendar-survey

Thank you for taking a few minutes to provide your input. Together, we can build a calendar that works for families and supports student success.

Grade 1ES celebrated St. Lucia Day a day early by making cinnamon buns and wearing candle crowns, freeing our hands to “share our light” just like St. Lucia did when she brought food and hope to early Christians hiding in the catacombs.

Priority 2: Students in Mrs. Mac’s kinder room have been working hard in their Literacy stations to practice their printing, phonics, reading behaviors, and building their fine motor skills.

Today is the Feast of Bl. Mary Frances Schervier. On the announcements this morning, we took a moment to learn about the feast day.

Spirit Day Monday: Wear an ugly sweater