Updates from All Saints

ALL SAINTS INFORMATION NIGHTS

Would you like to learn more about student programming, curriculum and opportunities for students at All Saints? You are in luck! We have two information sessions coming up. 

PARKING

Arrive early to find parking. We encourage families to carpool. Please be thoughtful when parking and do not block entrances and exits for other families.  

GRADE 9 TO 12 PROGRAM NIGHT

Families with students going into grades 9 through 12 are invited to join us on February 12th.

5:00 PM - going into grade 9 session; cafeteria

5:00 PM - going into grade 10 session; learning commons

5:30 to 6:00 PM - department and program showcase in the atrium

6:00 PM - going into grade 11 session; learning commons

600 PM - going into grade 12 session; cafeteria

GRADE 6 INFORMATION EVENING 

Families with students going into grade 7 are invited to join us on February 26th.

5:00 PM to 5:30 PM - department displays and self-guided tours

5:45 PM to 6:30 PM - presentation in the cafeteria

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GRADE 9 TO 12 COMPUTING COMPETITION

The Canadian Computing Competition (CCC) is a fun challenge for participants with an interest in programming. Designed to be both accessible to participants with some programming experience and to challenge the keenest programmers at the secondary school level, the CCC helps participants build confidence and grow their ability to understand, design, and implement algorithms. Contest will take place on Wednesday, February 18th from 11:30-2:30. Students must complete the form that follows by February 6th (Friday) at 2:30 pm to take part in this competition. Note that the competition is during school time, so be aware that students are responsible for catching up on missed class work. Students can see Mr. Moote (room L210) if they have any questions.

Canadian Computing Competition Sign up

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CEFO 50/50

The Catholic Education Foundation of Ottawa (CEFO) is an independent charitable arm of the Ottawa Catholic School Board. Since 1999, CEFO has supported OCSB students and their families during times of personal tragedy and financial hardship.

Again this year, OCSB has partnered with BUMP to host the CEFO 50/50 raffle. Every ticket you purchase will help support a child in need in our schools. You can purchase 50/50 tickets online at the CEFO 50/50 raffle website from 8:00 am on February 2nd until noon on Friday, February 27th. The winner will receive 50% of the total money raised through ticket sales, with the other 50% going to CEFO. 

Every ticket purchased helps provide urgent support to OCSB students and families facing financial hardship. Get yours before February 27 and make a difference in our community! Buy a Ticket

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SUMMER SCHOOL PREVIEW

• Registration: Registration will officially open on March 13th.

• Dates: July 2nd - July 23rd

• 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.

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BUILDING BRIDGES IN BUSINESS

"This year, our Grade 10 Business classes successfully completed their Lemonade Stand Entrepreneurial RST project—and what an incredible achievement it was! Students ran their businesses from start to finish, demonstrating creativity, teamwork, and strong business skills throughout the process.

As part of the project, students developed a comprehensive business plan that included market research, marketing materials, sales pitches, accounting, logistics, human resources planning, analysis of economic conditions, and detailed consumer profiles. Their hard work and dedication truly paid off.

In addition to gaining valuable real-world business experience, students chose to give back to the community. Nearly $500 will be donated to CHEO, and $400 will be donated to the Ottawa Humane Society.

The students did outstanding work and had a lot of fun along the way. Congratulations to all involved on a job very well done!"

- Ms. Tessa Burke

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USED CLOTHING DRIVE

The ASH Eco Club is excited to announce that we are hosting a clothing drive to support local organizations and shelters in our community. We are collecting gently used clothing with the exception of underwear and socks. Through this clothing drive, our goal is to extend the life cycle of unused clothing while also supporting members of our local community who are in need.

If possible, we kindly ask for your support by donating any gently used clothing items. Donations can be dropped off at either Student Services or HS Resource (Room 222). Thank you so much for your support!

- ASH Eco Club 

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YEARBOOK SALES END

This is a reminder that yearbook sales end Wednesday, February 25th for staff and students.  

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STUDENT CENSUS

Our 2026 Student Census is going to begin on February 24th!   

If you do not want your student (grade 4 - 12)  to participate, the opt-out period is from Monday, February 2nd - Friday, February 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.

If your child is in grades kindergarten through 3, you will be sent the link to complete the survey on their behalf.

Want to learn more?  Attend an In-Person Parent Engagement Session:

Wednesday, February 4th at St. Paul High School  (6:30 PM)   OR   

Thursday, February 5th Lester B Pearson High School (7:30 PM)

Sign up to attend a session HERE.

On-site child minding will be provided. We will provide on-site interpretation services for: Arabic, Spanish, French, Mandarin and Tigrinya

Need more info? Consult: Board Census Webpage and FAQ 

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EQAO MATH WEBINARS FOR PARENTS AND GUARDIANS

February 12th, 2026 12:00 PM.  Register here.

How does EQAO assess Grade 9 students’ mathematics learning? EQAO staff will discuss mathematics questions from the Grade 9 Assessment of Mathematics. Participants will hear how these questions help assess the skills students are learning in class. Staff will also highlight valuable insights and resources that can help parents and guardians support their child’s learning

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SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION

Preparation for Confirmation in 2026

In order to prepare to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation (grades 6 to 12), we welcome parents to attend the Parent Information Meeting on Wednesday, January 21 at 7:00 pm in the church. The deadline for registration is Friday, February 6th. For more information, please visit https://www.stisidorekanata.com/sacraments/confirmation/ or contact Antonella del Papa at sacraments@stisidorekanata.com.

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WATERLOO MATH COMPETITION

The Waterloo Math Competition is approaching! 

This competition is for high school students, and will have a $3 non-refundable fee. The Pascal (grade 9’s), Cayley (grade 10’s) and Fermat (grade 11’s) competitions will be held in the AM on Wednesday, February 25th in the Learning Commons.

Students must sign up before Friday, February 6th in order to be eligible to participate. The grade 12 math competition, and sign-up sheet, will be available at the beginning of March.

Sign-Up Sheet: https://forms.gle/CTd2pE3MULwWaGDVA

Please contact Ms. Hessel (C312), lisa.hessel@ocsb.ca, or Mr. Burchill (C343), steven.burchill@ocsb.ca, if you have any questions. 

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IMPORTANT DATES

FEBRUARY

Black History Month

• Feb 4 - 7/8 BSA Begins

• Feb 5 - Student Photo; All Black students from grades 7-12 are invited to be in the photo

• Feb 5 - Student Meet-and-Greet (HS Lunch)

• Feb 11 - Culture Day Kamengo Dance Troupe

• Feb 18 - Simon Xavier - hip hop artist

• Feb 19 - Walk Till Justice

• Feb 27 - Walk Till Justice Learning Walk

9 to 12 - Student Services class visits

9 to 12 - Spirit Week

11 - Grade 9 Skilled Trades Assembly (am)

11 - Grade 7&8 Report Cards posted

12 - High School Program Night / Parent Information Night 

13 - MyBlueprint opens

13 - High School Report Cards posted

16 - Family Day

18 - Ash Wednesday

19 - 7&8 Parent/Teacher Conferences

19 - Early Dismissal

24 - 7&8 Outdoor Day and Skate Day

26 - Grade 6 into 7 Info Night

OCSB Calendar and Dates for 2025/26: www.ocsb.ca/parents/calendar/