Grade 5 & 6's are off to Net!
Re-engage your young people’s faith.
A retreat with a NET Team will give your youth an opportunity to hear about, respond to and live for Jesus Christ
Re-engage your young people’s faith.
A retreat with a NET Team will give your youth an opportunity to hear about, respond to and live for Jesus Christ

Holy Cross hosted a learning opportunity about energy/electricity for our grade 5 and 6 students.









Tomorrow is free hot lunch from Master Caterers and Holy Cross Elementary ! Please send snacks for snack time and and alternate lunch if you child doesn't wish to partake.

This week Holy Cross would like to celebrate our hard-working Substitute Teachers.
Happy Substitute Appreciaton Week. 💛
“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord.”
— Colossians 3:23
Happy Substitute Appreciaton Week. 💛
“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord.”
— Colossians 3:23




The students voted to raise money this month for our Social Justice Project.

Priority 2: After the big snowfall in February, Mrs. MacNiven’s students headed outside for some fresh air and outdoor play as part of Physical Education and Wellness. The snow was sticky and excellent for building with so students worked together to create a giant snowman! These types of activities are key in developing the teamwork skills, spatial awareness, and communication skills that are needed for student success!

Priority 2: Mrs. Mac’s Kinders have been learning Numeracy skills through hands-on learning centres. Students are also practicing their collaboration and communication skills while working with their peers.

Last day to order
Fundraiser closes March 10th
Website: https://fundraising.purdys.com/campaign/000028031
Campaign Name: HOLY CROSS PAC 2026
Campaign ID: #000028031
Fundraiser closes March 10th
Website: https://fundraising.purdys.com/campaign/000028031
Campaign Name: HOLY CROSS PAC 2026
Campaign ID: #000028031

Happy International Women’s Day.
Today, Lakeland Catholic honours the women in our division, our schools, and our communities who lead with faith and serve with great love — often through the small, faithful acts that shape lives in lasting ways.
“The Lord bless you, my daughter. You are known as a woman of noble character.” – Ruth 3:11
May we continue to recognize and support the women whose dedication, wisdom, and compassion strengthen our schools and support student success each day.
Christ Our Model. Children Our Focus.
#GreatLoveLCSD #InternationalWomensDay
Today, Lakeland Catholic honours the women in our division, our schools, and our communities who lead with faith and serve with great love — often through the small, faithful acts that shape lives in lasting ways.
“The Lord bless you, my daughter. You are known as a woman of noble character.” – Ruth 3:11
May we continue to recognize and support the women whose dedication, wisdom, and compassion strengthen our schools and support student success each day.
Christ Our Model. Children Our Focus.
#GreatLoveLCSD #InternationalWomensDay

Just a reminder of time change!

📣 We’re Hiring!
Lakeland Catholic School Division is seeking a Student Assistant at Holy Cross Elementary School in Cold Lake.
If you are passionate about working with children and contributing to a faith-filled school community, we encourage you to apply!
Apply today: https://network.applytoeducation.com/applicant/jobposting/jobdetails.aspx?JOB_POSTING_ID=a23ea5fc-3c0d-45bf-939c-3bb2c5ea6eb6&sReferer=ATEJOBBOARD
Christ Our Model. Children Our Focus.
#GreatLoveLCSD #CatholicEducation
Lakeland Catholic School Division is seeking a Student Assistant at Holy Cross Elementary School in Cold Lake.
If you are passionate about working with children and contributing to a faith-filled school community, we encourage you to apply!
Apply today: https://network.applytoeducation.com/applicant/jobposting/jobdetails.aspx?JOB_POSTING_ID=a23ea5fc-3c0d-45bf-939c-3bb2c5ea6eb6&sReferer=ATEJOBBOARD
Christ Our Model. Children Our Focus.
#GreatLoveLCSD #CatholicEducation

Community Connection

Today is the feast day of St. Casimir the Patron Saint of Lithuania. On the announcements this morning, we took a moment to learn about the feast day.

March is Francophonie Month! Today we will be having Winter Carnival.

Tomorrow is free hot lunch from Master Caterers and Holy Cross Elementary ! Please send snacks for snack time and and alternate lunch if you child doesn't wish to partake.

🌿 LCSD Early Learning Foundations Open House 2026
A Strong Start That Leads to Pathways of Excellence
Lakeland Catholic School Division is excited to welcome families with children entering Preschool (PK3 & PK4) and Kindergarten in Fall 2026 to our Early Learning Foundations Open House.
🏫 Holy Cross Elementary School
📅 Thursday, April 9
⏰ 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM (Drop in anytime!)
At Lakeland Catholic, we believe a strong start changes everything. Inspired by our faith theme of doing small things with great love, our LCSD Early Learning Foundations are intentionally designed to build early literacy, numeracy, confidence, and a love of learning — setting children up for success long before Grade 1.
During your visit, your child will:
🌿 Explore hands-on, play-based learning centres
🌿 Build early literacy and numeracy skills
🌿 Strengthen fine and gross motor development
🌿 Engage in faith-filled activities rooted in Christ
🌿 Meet caring school staff
We can’t wait to welcome our littlest learners and walk alongside them with great love.
Christ Our Model. Children Our Focus.
A Strong Start That Leads to Pathways of Excellence
Lakeland Catholic School Division is excited to welcome families with children entering Preschool (PK3 & PK4) and Kindergarten in Fall 2026 to our Early Learning Foundations Open House.
🏫 Holy Cross Elementary School
📅 Thursday, April 9
⏰ 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM (Drop in anytime!)
At Lakeland Catholic, we believe a strong start changes everything. Inspired by our faith theme of doing small things with great love, our LCSD Early Learning Foundations are intentionally designed to build early literacy, numeracy, confidence, and a love of learning — setting children up for success long before Grade 1.
During your visit, your child will:
🌿 Explore hands-on, play-based learning centres
🌿 Build early literacy and numeracy skills
🌿 Strengthen fine and gross motor development
🌿 Engage in faith-filled activities rooted in Christ
🌿 Meet caring school staff
We can’t wait to welcome our littlest learners and walk alongside them with great love.
Christ Our Model. Children Our Focus.

Subsidiarity and the Role of Government reminds us that decisions should be made by those closest to the situation, with support from larger systems when needed.
March’s Catholic Social Teaching calls us to recognize the importance of local voices, shared responsibility, and collaborative leadership. It teaches that while governments and institutions play an essential role in supporting the common good, they should not replace the wisdom, initiative, and dignity of individuals, families, and communities.
In our schools, Subsidiarity is reflected when we empower students, families, staff, and school leaders to contribute to decisions that affect them. It encourages us to work together, and supporting one another at the appropriate level. Solutions are thoughtful, responsive, and rooted in community.
Learn more about the Catholic Social Teachings that guide our faith and our schools: https://www.lrcssd.ca/page/catholic-social-teachings
March’s Catholic Social Teaching calls us to recognize the importance of local voices, shared responsibility, and collaborative leadership. It teaches that while governments and institutions play an essential role in supporting the common good, they should not replace the wisdom, initiative, and dignity of individuals, families, and communities.
In our schools, Subsidiarity is reflected when we empower students, families, staff, and school leaders to contribute to decisions that affect them. It encourages us to work together, and supporting one another at the appropriate level. Solutions are thoughtful, responsive, and rooted in community.
Learn more about the Catholic Social Teachings that guide our faith and our schools: https://www.lrcssd.ca/page/catholic-social-teachings

March is Fracophonie Month!

Thank you to everyone who donated! 💜

Fundraiser closes March 10th
Website: https://fundraising.purdys.com/campaign/000028031
Campaign Name: HOLY CROSS PAC 2026
Campaign ID: #000028031

