Updates from All Saints

February 20, 2026

GRADE 6 INTO 7 - INFORMATION NIGHT

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 7 INFORMATION EVENING 

Families with students going into grade 7 are invited to join us on February 26, 2026.

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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A NOTE ON SMART GLASSES

The Ontario Ministry of Education issued Policy/Program Memorandum 128 mandates that personal mobile devices, including wearable technology, must be powered off and stored out of sight during instructional time. For students in Grades 7–8, these devices must be stored in lockers during instructional time. For Grades 9-12, they are to be out of sight during instructional time unless explicitly allowed by the teacher. The policy includes smart glasses. We ask that students not wear smart glasses at school.  

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WEBINARS FOR YOU FROM EQAO

• EQAO Math Night for Parents and Guardians
  (February 24, 2026, 6:00 PM)
  Join us for a free live webinar where EQAO staff will discuss math questions that Ontario students encounter when they participate in Ontario’s large-scale assessments. These assessments are taken by all Ontario students in Grades 3, 6 and 9. During the webinar, EQAO staff will show how these math questions help assess the skills students are learning in their math classes. Staff will also share valuable insights from EQAO research into assessment results, which can help parents and guardians support their children’s math learning.
   

• EQAO Literacy Session for Families: Focus on Reading
  (March 4, 2026, 12:00 PM)
  Join us for a free live webinar about how EQAO assesses students’ reading skills at key stages of their education. EQAO staff will discuss reading samples and questions from the primary and junior assessments and the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test. Participants will hear how these reading passages and 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.
   

• What to Expect on the OSSLT
  (March 12, 2026, 6:00 PM)
  Register for this free live webinar and learn about the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test. Participants will learn about the purpose of Ontario’s large-scale assessments. EQAO staff will explain the assessment format, highlight resources to support students and answer questions from participants. The session will be approximately 45 minutes, followed by a live Q&A with EQAO staff.
   

• Focus on Writing
  (March 25, 2026, 12:00 PM)
  Join us for a free live webinar about how EQAO assesses students’ writing skills at key stages of their education. EQAO staff will discuss writing prompts and questions from the reading components of the primary- and junior-division assessments and from the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test. Participants will hear how these prompts and 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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ARTS AT ALL SAINTS

Please click here for a special presentation from the high school Creative Arts Department. 

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PROM FUNDRAISERS

We are excited to share two fundraising opportunities to support this year’s Prom!

McDonalds Fundraiser

Our school is partnering with the McDonald’s on March Road (886 March Road) for a fundraiser on Tuesday, February 24th, from 4:00–8:00 PM. During this time, 20% of all purchases will be donated to help with Prom.

To ensure your purchase counts toward our fundraiser, you must present this attached flyer when ordering. The flyer can be presented electronically or can be printed out. 

We hope that you can stop by for a salad, dinner, dessert, or a quick snack and help support our students. 

Purdy's Fundraiser

This Easter season, we are partnering with Purdy’s Chocolatiers for a chocolate fundraiser. Purdy’s offers high-quality, well-loved treats, making this a simple and enjoyable way to support our prom while picking up Easter gifts for family and friends.

If your child is in grade 12, click the link in their email. If you do not have a child in grade 12, click on this link!  If you shop using this link, place your order under your child’s name.

Click on "Start Supporting Now" and start shopping. A percentage of your purchase goes directly to prom. This fundraiser ends on 03/11/2026 with a delivery date of 04/01/2026. Orders will be sent home with students.

Fundraising plays a vital role in making prom truly special. Every order, big or small, makes a difference! Thank you for your support!

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BFCN SCHOLARSHIP DIRECTORY

The Black Foundation of Community Networks has shared their scholarship directory for Black students who are pursuing post-secondary undergraduate education in Canada. Click here for more information. 

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RECYCLING

The OCSB has not yet been able to secure a new provider for blue bin services. While we are hoping that will happen soon, in the meantime, we continue to encourage "boomerang" lunches, the use of reusable water bottles, and litterless lunches.  We are very happy to see the number of students using re-usable containers and water bottles. 

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GRADE 12, EUCLID, WATERLOO MATH COMPETITION

This competition is for grade 12 students, but lower grades can participate, and will have an $18 non-refundable fee. The competition will be held in the morning on Tuesday March 31st in the Learning Commons.

Students must sign up before Tuesday March 3rd in order to be eligible to participate.

Sign-Up Sheet: https://forms.gle/Sb9TwmggGE8CcmSz6

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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CATHOLIC SCHOOL COUNCIL

The next school council meeting is on Monday, February 23 at 7pm. Click here to request a link to join the meeting virtually. 

Also, please note the CSPA General Meeting (February) with presentations by the Superintendent of Planning & Facilities and our Student Trustees. 

Wednesday, February 25 | 7:00 to 9:00 pm. Location: Catholic Education Centre, 570 West Hunt Club Rd. (Register Now ) 

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2026 YOUTH OTTAWA 21 UNDER 21 AWARDS

The nominations period for the 2026 Youth Ottawa 21 Under 21 Awards is officially open — and we need your help to spotlight the young people shaping our city.

Do you know someone who is making a difference?

A friend? A classmate? A teammate? Or maybe… that young leader is you.

For nearly 30 years, Youth Ottawa has celebrated youth who demonstrate resilience, initiative, leadership, and heart. These awards are about recognizing the young people who represent the best of us — in their schools, neighborhoods, workplaces, and communities here in Ottawa and beyond.

And here’s what makes this special:

There are no categories.

We don’t believe in putting youth in boxes.

A nominee might have:

• Overcome personal challenges

• Started a project or initiative

• Supported others in meaningful ways

• Shown leadership in sports, arts, academics, business, or community service

• Made an impact locally or globally

• Or quietly demonstrated extraordinary character and perseverance

Leadership looks different for everyone. We want to celebrate the full spectrum of what youth impact can be. If someone comes to mind, take the step. If that someone is you, step forward.

Nominations close May 31st, 2026. NOMINATE HERE

 Nominate a youth today

Please share this opportunity with friends, classmates, teammates, and community members. The more stories we uncover, the stronger our city becomes.

With excitement and gratitude,

The Youth Ottawa Team 

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YEARBOOK SALES END

This is a reminder that yearbook sales end Wednesday, February 25th for staff and students. Yearbooks can be purchased on School Cash Online. 

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IMPORTANT DATES

FEBRUARY 

Black History Month

• Feb 27, 2026 - Walk Till Justice Learning Walk; Posters displayed on the third floor or in the atrium (TBD)

23 - School Council Meeting

24 - MyBlueprint Help - HS lunch in the Learning Commons

24 - 7&8 Outdoor Day and Skate Day

Students are reminded to dress in warm clothes for their outdoor activities. 

25 - Pink Shirt Day

26 - 6 to 7 info night 

MARCH

5 & 6 - HS Musical 

Join us at Centrepoint Theatre for Anne of Green Gables

16 to 20 - MARCH BREAK - no school

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