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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: Wednesday, September 30

This Wednesday, September 30, marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt Day. It's a day to honour the children who never returned home from residential schools, the Survivors, and their families and communities.

In addition to learning taking place in courses, Sacred Heart will mark the day in the following ways:

All homerooms will take part in a group learning activity focused on the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Calls to Action.
Our announcements will serve as a teachable moment for the whole school.
All students are encouraged to wear orange in recognition that Every Child Matters.
No assessments will take place on September 30, so families have the opportunity to attend events marking the day.

We invite families to continue these conversations at home as we work together toward truth, understanding, and reconciliation.

Indigenous Family Support Worker

My name is William Komaksiutiksak and I am the Indigenous Family Support Worker at Sacred Heart High School. I will be at the school on a bi-weekly basis throughout the school year to support the needs of Indigenous students and their families. Through my work I will be providing group cultural activities, one-on-one support, and leadership opportunities in event planning with the Indigenous Education team. I am also an excellent resource for referrals into the Indigenous community in Ottawa. If you think your child and/or your family could benefit from working with me, I am happy to connect with you. My email is william.komaksiutiksak@ocsb.ca. Please feel free to reach out if I can be of service to you. Qujanamiik - Thank you.

Terry Fox Walk/Run/Roll for the Cure

This Thursday, Sacred Heart will take part in the Terry Fox Walk/Run/Roll in support of cancer research. Fundraising is well underway, but we still have a way to go to reach our goal of $2 per SHHS student, about $5,000 in total.
Families who wish to contribute can donate through our school's Terry Fox page.
Students are encouraged to dress for the weather on Thursday, as the event will take place outdoors.
Thank you for your continued support of this important cause.

9-12 Semester 1 Exams Dates Set

Courses with final exams in Grades 9-12 will write on the following dates starting promptly at 8:30am.
Exam dates are set board wide
The OCSB school calendar provides for one inclement weather day.
Exams dates are not negotiable. Students are expected to complete final assessment on the set dates.
Parents are encouraged to review the dates prior to considering any additional vacations outside the dates set in the school calendar.

Catholic School Council

Sacred Heart's Catholic School Council is up and running again. Please consider joining parents and staff on Tuesday, September 29 @7:00pm in the Learning Commons at Sacred Heart. School Council is place for parent/guardians to hear presentations from school and board staff and to connect with various agencies who work together to provide students with a learning community.

Atlantic University Fair: Wednesday, September 30

Grade 12 students and their parents are invited to the Atlantic University Fair on Wednesday, September 30, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. in the Sacred Heart atrium. At least 10 institutions will be on hand to discuss post-secondary options.

For upcoming college and university visits, please continue to check our Key Dates document and the Information for Graduates section of the Sacred Heart website.

Parent Presentation: Paul Davis

We are pleased to welcome Paul Davis on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. for a presentation to our parent community.
Paul will explore important topics related to students’ online lives, including smartphones, social media, cyberbullying, and online gaming.
We encourage parents and guardians to attend this informative evening and learn more about supporting their children in navigating the digital world safely and responsibly.

Student Presentation: Paul Davis on Online Safety

On October 6, we are welcoming internet safety expert Paul Davis to Sacred Heart to speak with our Grade 7 and 8 students. Paul brings over 30 years of IT experience and has presented to over a million students across North America. He offers a straightforward, engaging approach to helping youth understand accountability in a digital world.

His presentation will cover crucial topics, including:

Digital trails and footprints
Smartphone and social media privacy
Cyberbullying and online responsibility

This visit is a fantastic opportunity to spark conversations at home about healthy device management and online habits. To learn more about Paul and his message before the presentation, you can visit his website at socialnetworkingsafety.net.

Click HERE to register for the event.

Sacred Heart Spirit Apparel

Grad Apparel is once again available for purchase. Click HERE no later than October 4th, 2026 to place your order. Orders will be delivered to the school for pick up by the student in the first week or two of November. For questions, please email randy.baird@ocsb.ca

Grad Wear is Available

Spirit Apparel is once again available for purchase. Click HERE no later than October 4th, 2026 to place your order. Orders will be delivered to the school for pick up by the student in the first week or two of November. For questions, please email randy.baird@ocsb.ca

MP Jenna Sudds' Constituency Youth Council (2026–2027)

Applications are now open for Member of Parliament Jenna Sudds' 5th Annual Constituency Youth Council. This volunteer opportunity invites local youth to share their perspectives on Canadian policy issues, build leadership skills, and take part in community service projects.

Who: Students in Grade 9 through university
When: October 2026 to May 2027
What: Discussions on topics such as climate change, high-tech innovation, youth employment, and gender equality, along with community service initiatives
Deadline: Friday, October 2, 2026

It's a great chance for Huskies to lead with purpose and make their voices heard. Interested students can learn more and apply on the Jenna Sudds MP Youth Council website.

Family Bingo Night: Saturday, October 24

The St. Philip's Ladies Auxiliary invites families to a Family Fun Night on Saturday, October 24, at 6:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall. The evening includes a lasagna dinner and Bingo.

Cost: $15 per person, or a maximum of $40 per family
Tickets: Contact Veronica Gervais at [613]-791-2723, or send an e-transfer to stphilipsladiesaux@gmail.com
Deadline: Wednesday, October 21

It's a great chance to enjoy a meal and some friendly competition with our parish community.

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