Newsletter 

Message From the Principal

Hello Holy Trinity families;

It's been another busy week at Holy Trinity!  We had a Halloween spirit week with many staff and students participating in various activities and daily themes.  Today we had our annual costume contest in the atrium, with the top two costumes from each homeroom competing.  In High School, we also had the Spooky Cup buyout where the Sr. Boys Volleyball team took on the Staff team.  Our Gr. 7/8 students enjoyed a Halloween dance after lunch.

Earlier this week, Ms. Donohue's and Ms. Bourke's high school classes went on an excursion downtown to visit Parliament Hill and the National Gallery.  See a pic below.

November will be upon us in two days.  This Sunday we remember and honour All Saints.  On Monday, we observe the Solemnity of All Souls Day, where we remember all members of our families and our larger school community who have passed.  November is also Indigenous History Month, Lebanese Heritage Month, Hindu Heritage Month, and Holocaust Awareness Month.

On Monday (Nov. 2) at lunch in the atrium, we are showcasing our many clubs and student associations.  All students are encouraged to come out and learn more about the many, many ways to get involved!  These are often the activities students remember more, long after they leave high school.  Please encourage your child(ren) to consider joining a new club/association!

Wednesday (Nov. 4) will be a busy day.  Our Gr. 7/8 students are heading to the Ottawa 67s game, our Gr. 9 students will be participating in "Take Our Kids to Work Day" so they will not be at school, and our Gr. 11 NBE3U/C students will be taking part in an Indigenous Voices Day all day here at school.

Have a great weekend!

Cori Pinault

Principal

Student Services Updates

Algonquin College Open House - November 7 2026

St. Paul University Open House - November 7 2026 

Student Services will update the Community Service Opportunities page on their website throughout the year as opportunities become available.  Please check back often for activities by which students can complete their 40 hours of community service required for graduation. 

Catholic School Parents Association Update:

Careers Beyond the Screen: The Apprenticeship Pathway in an AI World - A Parent Evening, with award-winning employment researcher Dr. Jon Callegher, is taking place on Wed, Nov 4th, at St Pius X High School beginning at 6:30PM. Register HERE.

Stittsville Time Capsule

As part of the Ottawa 200 anniversary celebrations, the City of Ottawa is assembling a time capsule to be opened by residents 50 years from now. Each ward Councillor has been invited to contribute meaningful items that reflect the unique character and spirit of their community.

We are proud to share that Councillor Glen Gower's office selected Holy Trinity High School to represent Stittsville!

Our students created a special item for the time capsule: a 3D-printed card box containing custom printed dice and a deck of playing cards inscribed with personal messages from our students. Thank you to Mrs. Terry and Mr. Gilmour's class for the design and creation of the card box. 

We are honored to have our students' creativity and voices preserved as a piece of Stittsville's history for future generations.

Nordic Ski Club and Racing Team

This year at Trinity, we’re offering a Nordic Ski Club for ALL grades as well as a Nordic Racing Team for high school students. 

Club - Students from all grades are invited to join the club. Beginners are welcome. Students are encouraged to start looking for used equipment asap as many ski swaps are happening in the coming weeks. Skiers can choose classic or skate technique.

Team - High school students are eligible to join the racing team. Beginner, intermediate, and experienced racers are welcome to join. Races are skate technique. Two fun and competitive race days are held at Nakkertok Nordic in February.

Practices - We will begin dryland training in November for technique and conditioning. All skiers are welcome. Skiing will begin as soon as conditions allow. We will ski on the Ottawa West Winter trail and at the Kanata Nordic Ski Club (Wesley Clover Park). Our schedule will be determined by member availability.

Transportation to the trails will be via taxi. A small fee will apply to cover transportation costs. Students must be picked up from the trails by 4pm. 

Please reach out to leah.daly@ocsb.ca for more information or with your questions.

High School Quebec City Ski Trip

The registration packages and SCO payments for this trip must be completed and returned to Ms. Boehm in room L213 by Friday, November 6th. Please ensure that your child's OHIP card will be up-to-date next February!! (Quebec will not accept an expired health card if an injury occurs and then the patient has to pay cash up front!). 

Grade 8 Toronto Trip

This year we have the opportunity to take a group of Grade 8 students to Toronto for a year-end trip from June 2-3, 2027. The cost of the trip ($497) covers overnight accomodations, bus travel fees as well as admission to the Toronto Zoo, Ripley's Aquarium, Medieval Times and Canada's Wonderland. The deadline to fill out permission forms and make the first payment via School Cash Online is Friday, November 20th. We have a limited number of spots, and will be accepting students first come, first served.

Parent Council Paint Night Fundraiser

Save The Date! Parent council will be running a paint night fundraiser again this year on November 20th. Cost: students $25 and adults $30. Registration and more information can be found on school cash online.

Grade Nine Province-Wide Take Our Kids To Work Day - November 4th

Wednesday, November 4th, 2026 is the province-wide Take Our Kids To Work Day for all grade nine students. If you wish for your child to participate, please review this information letter and complete the digital permission form in your child's School Cash Online account.  

Christmas Pop-Up Donations 

We are seeking donations for our upcoming Christmas Pop-Up Sale! If you have any new or gently used items—such as holiday decor, books, games, toys, or small household gifts—that you would like to contribute, please drop them off at the main office or deliver them directly to Tanya Hertner’s classroom (R301). Thank you so much for your generosity and support in making this event a success for our students!

France & Belgium Commemorative Vimy Trip 

NOW OPEN TO Gr 9 - 12 STUDENTS* 

It is not too late to register for the 2027 Commemorative Trip to France & Belgium. In April 2027, Holy Trinity staff and students will be travelling to France and Belgium, where they will participate in the 110th Vimy Ridge Commemoration Ceremony, visiting Paris, Normandy and Belgium. This is a once-in-a-lifetime trip! Spaces are limited. Please see THIS POSTER, which contains information and the application form (QR CODE) or pick up an application in person (N213 or N205).

7/8 Phys Ed Dept Updates

The 7/8 Phys Ed dept is offering many sports, Athletics, and Intramural Activities this school year. Please invite your 7/8 student to check out and save THIS PAGE to see what is upcoming at Trinity! 

YOUTH GROUP FRIDAY, October 30th

The Rock (grades 6-8) 6:30-8:30 p.m.

J.A.M. (grades 9-12) 8:30-10:00 p.m.

THEME: All Hallow’s Eve Eve 👻(Please feel free to wear a ‘church appropriate’ costume! ) 

OCTOBER:  The Month of the Holy Rosary 💙

CONTACT Cathy Koss for more info: youth@holyredeemer.ca

Volunteer Opportunities for Students    

Salvation Army Volunteer Opportunity

The Salvation Army is known by many for the Christmas Kettles that pop up around the holiday season to raise money for the work we do all year round. This money is raised only with the help of those in our community who give of their time to volunteer by standing at the kettle. Please see this poster for volunteer opportunities.

Easy40 

Need somewhere to volunteer? Easy40 brings Ottawa volunteer opportunities and organizer links together at https://easy40.ca/opportunities. Browsing is free and does not need an account. Check age requirements and follow each listing's signup instructions. An Easy40 account is not an application to an outside organizer. Confirm your place before attending unless the listing says drop-in, and check school-hour eligibility with Guidance. 

Watsons Mill

Do you have what it takes? Watson’s Mill in Manotick wants you to join our cast and crew for a truly haunting experience. We need volunteers to help with make up and costuming, as well as to scare our visitors and leave them frightened of things that go bump in the night.Haunt Night volunteers will be needed for the evenings of October 22, 23, and 24 from 5pm – 9:45pm. All time spent as part of our cast and crew can be used towards the 40 hours of community service needed to graduate.

Please sign up by emailing haunt@watsonsmill.com. See THIS POSTER for more info.

Volunteer Ottawa 

Volunteer Ottawa aims to guide youth through the volunteering process with these free resources. As a high school student, it is important to understand where to look for an opportunity and the proper steps to take. Browse these resources to get started!

Final Assessments – Exams and RSTs – School Year Calendar   

Grade 9 - 12 students’ examinations and Rich Summative Tasks (RSTs) WILL NOT be rescheduled for holiday or travel convenience, and all appointments should be scheduled so as not to conflict with exams and RSTs.  If a medical problem arises, a Vice Principal must be contacted prior to the exam or RST.  Medical certificates will be required to permit alternate arrangements for final examinations in these cases. Students and Parents/Guardians can refer to the OCSB website for the Grade 9 - 12 calendar. These calendars identify the first and last day of school, PD days, Statutory Holidays, Board Holidays, and High School exams. As a general rule, it is prudent to avoid any planned student absences during the months of January and June as this is when RSTs and exams are scheduled.

Important Dates

• Nov. 2 - 6 - OCSB Careers Week and National Skilled Trades week

• Nov. 2 - Algonquin College visit at lunch in Learning Commons

• Nov. 3 - Civics/Careers Turnaround Day

• Nov. 4 - Waterloo University visit at lunch in Atrium

• Nov. 4 - Take Our Kids to Work Day (Gr. 9s)

• Nov. 4 - Gr. 7/8 Ottawa 67s Game Day

• Nov. 11 - Remembrance Day

• Nov. 12 - Gr. 7/8 Progress Reports available on Parent Portal

• Nov. 17 - Parent Council Meeting (7:00 pm in Learning Commons)

• Nov. 19 - Gr. 7/8 Parent/Guardian-Teacher Interviews 2:00 - 4:00 pm and 5:00 - 7:00 pm

• Nov. 19 - Gr. 7 - 12 Early Dismissal Day (1:20 pm)

• Nov. 20 - PD Day (No School)

• Nov. 20 - Parent Council Paint Night 7:00 pm

• Nov. 23 - 26 - OSSLT (Literacy Test)

• Dec. 9 - Advent Liturgies

• Dec. 10 - Winter Formal Dance (Gr. 9 - 12)

• Dec. 15 - Parent Council Meeting (7:00 pm in Learning Commons)

• Dec. 17 - Grad Retreat Part 1 (Gingerbread Wars!)

"May the Word of God nourish our hearts and our minds and lead us to the fullness of life."  - Pope Leo