Calgary Catholic School District

09/03/2026

September is National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month – a time to honour children fighting pediatric cancer, raise funds for research and support affected families.
Throughout the month, you may see staff wearing a gold ribbon, worn as the official symbol of the cause. To learn more visit https://www.childhoodcancer.ca/childhood-cancer-awareness-month/.

09/02/2026

—What is the purpose of Catholic education?
The purpose of Catholic education is to form students academically and to prepare them to be contributing members of society. It is also intended to open students to goodness, beauty and truth.

09/01/2026

Join us for a special matchday experience while supporting student success across the district!
We are proud to partner with the Calgary Catholic Education Foundation and Calgary Wild FC to offer exclusive discounted group tickets to two Wild FC home matches this season.
Every purchase through this offer includes entry into a special contest: one lucky CCSD school will receive an exclusive visit from Calgary Wild FC players!
Get your tickets at https://www.gofevo.com/group/CalgaryCatholic

08/31/2026

𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 📅 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀:
• Aug. 31-1: Staggered entry days
• 1-30: National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
• 7: NO SCHOOL—Labour Day
• 9: Regular board meeting
• 10: World Su***de Prevention Day
• 12: Calgary Wild FC Fundraiser Match vs. Halifax Tides
• 15: Battle of Britain
• 18: NO SCHOOL: Parent/Teacher Conferences (K-9)
• 19: Cavalry FC Fundraiser Match vs Forge FC
• 23: Regular board meeting
• 27: The Valentine Memorial Walk & Run in Support of Catholic Education
• 28: Terry Fox Run *Schools may recognize this on a different day
• 30: NO SCHOOL—National Day for Truth and Reconciliation/Orange Shirt Day

08/31/2026

—Then Jesus told his disciples, “If anyone wants to become my follower, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me.” (Matthew 16:24)
~ Taken from the readings for the Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time – Year A

08/26/2026

—Who was St. Augustine?
St. Augustine was a 5th century theologian, philosopher, author, and Bishop of Hippo. He converted to Christianity thanks to the prayers of his mother, St. Monica. He is a Doctor of the Church and his memorial is celebrated on August 28, one day after his mother's.

08/24/2026

Spark #26—The Ultimate Summer Experience
Bonjour! My name is Quinn. I am a 16-year-old high school student heading into Grade 12. This summer, I had the incredible opportunity to spend five weeks in Québec City through Explore, a Government of Canada-funded language immersion program. Explore gives students the chance to strengthen their French while experiencing Francophone culture through fun activities, classwork and collaboration with other students.
I stayed in a dorm at Université Laval, which gave me my first experience living independently on a university campus. Before the program began, I completed a placement test that assigned me to the level of French that corresponded to my skills. Each morning, I attended French language classes that helped improve these skills and my confidence speaking French. Outside the classroom, I was fully immersed in French-Canadian culture through exploring Québec City, visiting Montréal, and experiences like whale watching, rafting, visiting L`Île d’Orléans, and many more!
I also met students from across Canada and around the world. I made friendships that I am so grateful for. The Explore program gave me a taste of university life, greater independence, new experiences, amazing friendships, and memories I will carry with me for years. Thank you Explore!

08/24/2026

—He said to them, “But who do you say that I am?” Simon Peter answered, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.” (Matthew 16:15-16)
~ Taken from the readings for the Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time – Year A

08/24/2026