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Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, a sacred season in the Christian calendar dedicated to prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. Over these 40 days, we will teach students about the importance of fasting, prayer and almsgiving.
Also, as Ramadan begins, we extend our blessings to students who are observing. May this time of fasting and reflection bring peace, strength, and spiritual renewal to our students and families.
7/8 Parent-Teacher Interviews
Grade 7/8 Parent-Teacher Interviews are scheduled for (Thursday, February 19). We will provide parents with options for scheduling a 10-minute conference focusing on the recent report card. All interviews will be held in person at Sacred Heart.
Interviews are intended for students/parents seeking feedback to meet course expectations if there are present concerns.
Please note that it is not uncommon for our intermediate educators to teach 150 students. If your child is progressing at a level 1/2 (50%-70%), then we encourage you to book an interview with the appropriate teacher. If your child is at a level 3 or above (70%+), then an interview is not required unless the teacher specifically indicates so.
The Learning Skills levels and comments are determined through the collaboration of all of your child's teachers - not just by the homeroom teacher. Should there be multiple N's and S's, then we encourage you to book.
Special note for Arts teachers: please book to see your child's current Arts teacher to discuss progress. Should you have questions about the mark on the report card from the previous arts rotation, then please reach out to that teacher individually instead of booking a spot.
The booking system was shared via direct email and and is now. The booking system will close on (Wednesday, February 18).
Course Selection - MyBlueprint
Information about the course selection process for next year has been communicated via presentations to students and parents.
For additional information - we offer the presentation that was shared with parents at the Course Planning Event.
Course selections are due FEB. 25, 2026.
Call for Volunteers: JA Economics for Success:
On Friday, March 27, Sacred Heart will host JA Economics for Success for our Grade 8 students. This 2.5-hour in-class program helps students explore career options, understand post-secondary opportunities, and develop practical budgeting skills for the future.
How You Can Help
We are looking for parent and community volunteers to help facilitate these interactive sessions. No previous experience is required, as JA Ottawa provides all necessary training.
Volunteer Requirements:
Sign-up Deadline: Friday, February 27.
Training: Attend a 1-hour virtual orientation to review program materials.
Resources: Volunteers will have access to digital slides and a physical activity kit to use in the classroom.
Steps to Register
If you—or someone you know—are interested in inspiring our students to think about their future success, please follow these steps:
Email Kristina Price at kprice@jaottawa.org to express your interest.
Complete Registration once Kristina reaches out with the sign-up details.
Complete Training virtually and access online resources using the program code 2026EFS.
Contact Kristina Price at 613-216-1435.
Grad Photos: Retakes & Missed
This is the last opportunity to have a Grad Photo taken and to get their Grad Photo in the yearbook and the Class Composite.
Thursday, February 19th, 2026
Click HERE
Sacred Heart Spirit Wear
Spirit Apparel is once again available for purchase. Click HERE and order by February 20th. Orders will be delivered to the school for pick up by the student after March Break. For questions, please email randy.baird@ocsb.ca
Grade 12 Spirit Wear
Grad Apparel is once again available for purchase. Click HERE and order by February 20th. Orders will be delivered to the school for pick up by the student after March Break. For questions, please email randy.baird@ocsb.ca
Summer School Preview 2026
Dates: July 2 – July 23, 2026
Registration: Registration will officially open on March 13th, 2026.
Hours: Summer school hours: 8:30 am – 12:30 pm.
In-Person Reach Ahead Locations: St. Pius X Catholic High School (Central) and St. Matthew Catholic High School (East).
Credit Recovery: St. Pius X, St. Mother Teresa, St. Patrick, St. Matthew, and Holy Trinity.
Skills Builder Courses: English Numeracy & Literacy Support or Core French Literacy Support will be offered at St. Pius X and St. Matthew.
Indigenous Education: This will be offered at St. Pius X.
Conversational English & Literacy Development: Offered at St. Pius X, this is a 55-hour non-credit course for students entering Grades 9-12 who are beginner multilingual learners (ELD and ESL AO/BO) and have not yet earned a mainstream English credit.
Course Requirements: All courses are dependent on enrolment. Students are required to bring their own laptop.
Fri. Feb. 13 - H. S. (Gr. 9-12) Semester 1 Final Report Card posted on the Parent Portal
Mon. Feb. 16 - Family Day - No School - HOLIDAY
Feb.17-20 - KINDNESS WEEK
Tues. Feb. 17 - Shrove Tuesday
Wed. Feb. 18 - Ash Wednesday
Thurs. Feb. 19 - Grad Photo Retake Day
Thurs. Feb. 19 - Early Dismissal (1:10 p.m.) Gr. 7 & 8 Parent-Teacher Interviews (1:40 p.m. -7:10 p.m.)
Wed. Feb. 25 - Final Day for Course Selections for next year (Gr. 8-11)
Wed. Feb. 25 - Pink Shirt Day
Course Selection - MyBlueprint
Information about the course selection process for next year has been communicated via presentations to students and parents.
For additional information - we offer the presentation that was shared with parents at the Course Planning Event.
Course selections are due FEB. 25, 2026.
MyBlueprint Closes
February 25
Gr. 9 & 10 Presentation: Click HERE
Gr. 11 & 12 Presentation: Click HERE
Information Sessions
Want to learn more? Attend an In-Person Parent Engagement Session:
Thurs, Feb 5th Lester B Pearson High School (7:30 PM) Sign up HERE.
On-site child minding will be provided. We will provide on-site interpretation services for: Arabic, Spanish, French, Mandarin and Tigrinya
Opt Out Information
Opt-out information was sent via the board to your email address. If you do not want your student (grade 4 - 12) to participate, the opt-out period is from Mon, Feb 2nd - Fri, Feb 13th, through this link. This will ensure your student does not have access to the survey. Additionally, on the day of the census, your student can choose not to participate in the entire survey or specific questions in the survey.
Grade 8 Attendance Reports:
Starting this month, we will begin mailing monthly attendance updates for our 7th and 8th-grade students. Please note that these letters are intended to be informative tools to help families stay updated. If you notice any discrepancies, please reach out directly to your child’s teacher.
Grade 12s will have an assembly on Feb. 11, 2026 during period 2.
Grade 12s are reminded that the college application deadline is Feb. 1, 2025.
Grade 12s are also encouraged to complete their grad resumes through the Grad Awards workspace. As well, they need to pay attention to any upcoming deadlines for portfolios, specific tests, supplementary essays, etc that are required by their post-secondary institutions.
Grade 6 Tours of Sacred Heart
Parents of students in Grade 6 at Holy Spirit, Guardian Angels, St Philip and St Stephen will receive communications next week about the plan for transitioning students from Grade 6 to Grade 7. The email will come from the elementary school. If you know parents who are considering moving to Sacred Heart from another school - now is the time to register to ensure adequate staffing is accounted for.
Grad Photos: Retakes & Missed
This is the last opportunity to have a Grad Photo taken and to get their Grad Photo in the yearbook and the Class Composite.
Thursday, February 19th, 2026
Click HERE
Summer School Preview 2026
Dates: July 2 – July 23, 2026
Registration: Registration will officially open on March 13th, 2026.
Hours: Summer school hours: 8:30 am – 12:30 pm.
In-Person Reach Ahead Locations: St. Pius X Catholic High School (Central) and St. Matthew Catholic High School (East).
Credit Recovery: St. Pius X, St. Mother Teresa, St. Patrick, St. Matthew, and Holy Trinity.
Skills Builder Courses: English Numeracy & Literacy Support or Core French Literacy Support will be offered at St. Pius X and St. Matthew.
Indigenous Education: This will be offered at St. Pius X.
Conversational English & Literacy Development: Offered at St. Pius X, this is a 55-hour non-credit course for students entering Grades 9-12 who are beginner multilingual learners (ELD and ESL AO/BO) and have not yet earned a mainstream English credit.
Course Requirements: All courses are dependent on enrolment. Students are required to bring their own laptop.
Wed. Feb. 11 - Gr. 7 & 8 Term 1 Report Card posted in the Parent Portal
Fri. Feb. 13 - Gr. 9-12 Semester 1 Final Report Card posted in Parent Portal
All 9-12 Semester 2 schedules can be found on my.studentinfo.ca.
Course change requests can be made through my.studentinfo.ca. All course changes need to be completed by Feb 13, 2026. Guidance staff will prioritize course change requests based on the following:
Missing or failed prerequisite courses
Level changes or pathway changes
Post-secondary prerequisites
Important Notes:
Many courses are already at capacity, and schedule changes are likely not possible.
All provincial eLearning courses are full, with long waitlists. No additional students will be added to these waitlists.
Course Selection: (Parents) - Please join us on Thursday, February 5 to receive information about choosing courses and pathways for next year.
Course Selection: (Students) assemblies for next year’s planning have begun. Course selections are done through myBlueprint which students should access through their Student Portal. Resources to help with course selection can be found in myBlueprint and the information will be placed on the Sacred Heart website.
Course selections are due FEB. 25, 2026.
Grade 12s will have an assembly on Feb. 11, 2026 during period 2.
Grade 12s are reminded that the college application deadline is Feb. 1, 2025.
Grade 12s are also encouraged to complete their grad resumes through the Grad Awards workspace. As well, they need to pay attention to any upcoming deadlines for portfolios, specific tests, supplementary essays, etc that are required by their post-secondary institutions.
Semester 1 OSSLT Results Have Arrived
All Grade 10 students, as well as Grade 11 and 12 students who wrote the test in November 2025, can pick up their Individualized Results Report in the atrium during the lunch hour on the following days:
Wednesday, January 28th
Thursday, January 29th
Next Steps & Literacy Support Our team is committed to ensuring every student finds success. Parents and guardians of students who have not yet been successful have already been contacted by their Guidance Counselor or Resource Teacher to discuss next steps.
To support our Grade 10 students in preparing for the Spring OSSLT, we are offering eight after-school literacy support sessions. These one-hour classes are designed to build confidence and reinforce key skills. An invitation with further details and registration information will be emailed directly to eligible parents.
SH Wellness Group - Small Group Sessions - Grades 7&8
One of our continued priorities is to promote and expose students to good mental health practices. In the near future, we will be running a small group session with our mental health worker, Ms. Davidson. If families identify a need to do so, we are asking parents/guardians to sign their child up for these groups to help us achieve this priority.
The session are meant to help students with stress management skills. There are 4-8 sessions and they will occur on Thursdays for approximately 1 hour. Click HERE to read more about the opportunity.
Click HERE to express interest for your child participating.
Grade 6 Tours of Sacred Heart
Parents of students in Grade 6 at Holy Spirit, Guardian Angels, St Philip and St Stephen will receive communications next week about the plan for transitioning students from Grade 6 to Grade 7. The email will come from the elementary school. If you know parents who are considering moving to Sacred Heart from another school - now is the time to register to ensure adequate staffing is accounted for.
Coming Soon - OCSB’s 2nd Student Census
Feb 24th - March 13th
Each student in the OCSB in grades 4 through 12 can complete the census at school. Answers are voluntary and confidential.
The information collected will help us:
Plan programs and services that support student success.
Understand language, cultural, and identity needs in our schools.
Improve resources for students with diverse backgrounds.
Guide equity and inclusion work.
Identify areas where additional support is needed; and
Create schools where every student feels safe, welcome, and included.
Mon. Feb. 2 - First day of Semester 2
Thurs. Feb. 5 - Student Course Selection Parent Night -Gr. 8 & 9 @ 6 p.m.; Gr. 10 & 11 @ 7 p.m. in the Theatre
Wed. Feb. 11 - Gr. 7 & 8 Term 1 Report Card posted in the Parent Portal
Fri. Feb. 13 - Gr. 9-12 Semester 1 Final Report Card posted in Parent Portal
Summer School Preview 2026
Dates: July 2 – July 23, 2026
Registration: Registration will officially open on March 13th, 2026.
Hours: Summer school hours: 8:30 am – 12:30 pm.
In-Person Reach Ahead Locations: St. Pius X Catholic High School (Central) and St. Matthew Catholic High School (East).
Credit Recovery: St. Pius X, St. Mother Teresa, St. Patrick, St. Matthew, and Holy Trinity.
Skills Builder Courses: English Numeracy & Literacy Support or Core French Literacy Support will be offered at St. Pius X and St. Matthew.
Indigenous Education: This will be offered at St. Pius X.
Conversational English & Literacy Development: Offered at St. Pius X, this is a 55-hour non-credit course for students entering Grades 9-12 who are beginner multilingual learners (ELD and ESL AO/BO) and have not yet earned a mainstream English credit.
Course Requirements: All courses are dependent on enrolment. Students are required to bring their own laptop.
Grad Photo Retakes &
Missed the Grad Photos
This is the last opportunity to have a Grad Photo taken and to get their Grad Photo in the yearbook and the Class Composite.
Thursday, February 19th, 2026
Click HERE
Last Call for 2025-2026 Yearbooks (Very Limited Supply)
Due to high demand, we were luckily able to secure a small number of additional copies. These extra yearbooks will be available for purchase for $80.
Please keep an eye on School Cash Online next week for availability, as these copies will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis. Thank you again for supporting the Yearbook program and helping us celebrate this year’s memories!
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