School News for September 28, 2025

Dear Holy Redeemer Families,

With four wonderful weeks of school behind us, here’s a look at what’s coming up this week and beyond, along with a few other important updates.

Wishing you many blessings on this beautiful Sunday,

Paul Gautreau

Principal

TERRY FOX: We did it! As of yesterday morning, our Terry Fox fundraiser grand total reached $2,681.00! Because we surpassed our goal, we’ll be celebrating with an Outdoor Activity Block on October 9th. Thank you for so generously supporting this important cause, and special thanks to Mrs. McStravick and the organizing team for leading such a successful fundraiser.

TRAFFIC CONGESTION: McCurdy Drive is very busy before and after school, which makes it potentially dangerous for pedestrians. To help keep everyone safe, please avoid parking on McCurdy when dropping off or picking up. Instead, consider parking on a side street and walking a block.

ORANGE SHIRT DAY: On Tuesday, we will mark the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation by wearing orange shirts and attending a presentation by Elder Jeannie Namagoose. Elder Jeannie has shared her wisdom with our students in the past, and this year she will be joined by her husband, a residential school survivor. Together, they will speak about the past and how we can take action to create positive change for future generations.

SCHOOL COUNCIL: Last Wednesday, a group of parents gathered for the first meeting of the Holy Redeemer Catholic School Council. Topics of discussion included the Lunch Program, technology at school, the Halloween Dance, and the Year-End Family BBQ and Fund Fair. Meeting details will be shared once the minutes are finalized.

ON THE CALENDAR:

• Sept. 30 ~ Orange Shirt Day 

• Oct. 6 ~ Lunch Program Starts Again! Stay tuned for more information.

• Oct. 7 @ 10:30 ~ Thanksgiving Liturgy with Father Marc

• Oct. 9 ~ Terry Fox Outdoor Activity Celebration (last block)

• Oct. 10 ~ PD Day (no school for students)

• Oct. 13 ~Thanksgiving Holiday

• Oct. 14 ~IEPs posted on Parent Portal

• Oct. 20 @ 6:30 ~ School Council Meeting (all parents are invited to attend) 

• Oct. 24 from 6 to 7:30 ~ Halloween Dance (tentative)

• Oct 31 ~ Halloween 

• Nov 4 ~Photo Retake Day

• Nov 7 ~ PD Day (no school for students)

• Nov 11 ~ Remembrance Day  Ceremony

• Nov 13 ~  Report Cards posted on Parent Portal

• Nov 20 ~ Parent-Teacher Interviews