News Archive

🎢☀️ The countdown is on! ☀️🎢 Holy Cross students are heading to Calaway Park for our Year-End Activity Day! 🎡🎠 A few reminders before we go: 🥪 Bring a lunch, snacks, and water 💵 Bring spending money for food and games 👕 Check the weather and dress appropriately 🧢 Don’t forget sunscreen and a hat 📅 Wednesday, June 17 🚌 Buses depart HCC at 8:45 a.m. 🚍 Students will return for afternoon bus home We can’t wait to celebrate an amazing school year together with a day full of fun, laughter, and memories! 🦅🩶🖤💙 #weareHCC #CalawayPark

A weekend to remember. 🎓✨ Our Class of 2026 celebrated graduation with Grad Mass and the Grad Walk on Friday, followed by the Graduation Ceremony and Dinner on Saturday. Congratulations, Graduates! We are proud of all you have accomplished and can’t wait to see what comes next. 💙🖤🩶 #weareHCC #HCCProud #ClassOf2026 #IBelieveinCatholicEd #OnceAHawkAlwaysAHawk

Today is the day! As we look back at these early memories, we celebrate the hard work, perseverance, and growth that have brought our HCC grads to this milestone. #hawksproud #weareHCC #hccgrad2026

🎓 Meet Our 2026 Valedictorian: Elizabeth Muller! 🎓 Holy Cross Collegiate is proud to announce Elizabeth Muller as our 2026 Valedictorian! Elizabeth has distinguished herself through her commitment to academic excellence, leadership, faith, and service to our school community. Throughout her time at HCC, she has embraced every opportunity to learn, grow, and make a positive impact on those around her. We look forward to hearing Elizabeth’s reflections and words of encouragement as she addresses the Class of 2026 at graduation. Congratulations, Elizabeth, on this well-deserved honour! We are incredibly proud of you and all that you have accomplished as a Hawk. 💙🦅 #weareHCC #HCCGrad2026 #HCCValedictorian #HCCproud

The countdown continues! From playground adventures to graduation preparations, these HCC students have grown into remarkable young adults ready for their next chapter. Just a little longer until caps and gowns take center stage.

You’re invited to learn more about the new CTR Strathmore & District Practical Ranching School! Holy Cross Collegiate students entering Grades 10, 11 or 12 in the 2026–2027 school year and their parents are encouraged to attend an information presentation: 📅 Wednesday, June 17, 2026 🕡 6:30 p.m. 📍 Holy Cross Collegiate, Strathmore Learn about the partnership between CTR Catholic, the Strathmore & District Agricultural Society and Lakeland College, as well as dual-credit courses, scheduling and the program structure. Come discover this exciting new opportunity for students interested in agriculture and beef science!

Looking back at these childhood photos is a reminder of how much can change in a few short years. We are so proud of all that these HCC grads have accomplished and excited for what comes next. In just a couple days, they will be celebrating a milestone years in the making. #hawksproud #weareHCC #hccgrad2026

Mark your calendars! 🗓️ Exciting news! 📢 CTR and HCC have received approval to launch the CTR Strathmore & District Practical Ranching School beginning February 2027 for interested Grade 10–12 students. Through a partnership with the Strathmore & District Agricultural Society and Lakeland College, students will earn both high school and dual-credit post-secondary agricultural credits while continuing their studies at HCC. Join us on June 17 at 6:30 p.m. at HCC to learn more about this unique opportunity! #weareHCC #HHCagprogram

Every graduate has a story. These cute baby photos remind us that every achievement begins with a dream, a first step, and a community cheering you on. The big day is getting closer! #hccgrade2026 #hawksproud #weareHCC

These familiar faces may look a little different now, but the determination, kindness, and spirit behind each smile have been there from the start. Another day closer to our HCC Grads crossing the stage. #hccgrad2026 #hawksproud #weareHCC

Last Thursday was a celebration of creativity, talent, and dedication at HCC! 🎶🎨✨ Our Fine Arts students took to the stage for an incredible Pop Concert and gathered to recognize outstanding achievements at our Fine Arts Awards Night. From music and performance to artistic excellence and growth, the evening showcased the passion and hard work of our students throughout the year. Thank you to our students, staff, families, and supporters who continue to make the arts thrive at HCC. We are proud to celebrate the creativity that helps make our school community so vibrant. 💙🖤🩶 #hawksproud #weareHCC #hccfinearts

At Holy Cross Collegiate, we believe the strength of our community extends far beyond our school walls. ❤️ It was a privilege to support FAIM Strathmore and to share this special moment with Zachary, one of our proud alumni. Seeing him reconnect with former teachers and revisit the track and field banner that celebrates his accomplishments was a powerful reminder that the Hawk family lasts a lifetime. We are grateful for the opportunity to give back and proud to partner with organizations that make a difference in the lives of others. Thank you, FAIM Strathmore, for the important work you do in our community. #weareHCC #OnceAHawkAlwaysAHawk

🙏🎓 2026 Holy Cross Collegiate Grad Mass 🎓🙏 As our graduating class prepares to take the next step in their journey, we invite our HCC community to come together in faith, gratitude, and celebration. 📅 Friday, June 12 ⏰ 8:45 a.m. 📍 Sacred Heart Parish Following Mass, we will recognize the accomplishments of our graduates during the HCC Scholarship Presentation, and later celebrate them with a Grad Walk through HCC and SHA at 11:40 a.m. Join us as we honour the Class of 2026, celebrate their achievements, and pray for God’s guidance as they begin the next chapter of their lives. 💙🖤🩶 #weareHCC #hccgrad2026 #hediedforusweliveforhim #ibelievincatholiced💙

From first steps to final exams, the journey has been filled with growth, learning, and unforgettable memories. Today we celebrate these HCC graduates by looking back at where it all began. The countdown to graduation starts now! #hccgrad2026 #hawksproud #wearehcc

We are proud to share our 2026 Division Award Winners! Drop a congratulatory message in the comments! #hawksproud #weareHCC

What a fantastic day celebrating the incredible accomplishments of our Hawks athletes at the 2026 Athletic Awards! 🏆🦅 This year, we celebrated countless personal bests, highlight performances, championship moments, and exciting firsts in Holy Cross Collegiate athletics. 💪🏻 A heartfelt thank you to our athletes for representing HCC with pride, to our parents and families for their unwavering support, to our coaches for the countless hours they invest in our programs, and to our Athletic Director, Mr. Jalbert, for his leadership and commitment to creating outstanding opportunities for our Hawks. Congratulations to all of our award recipients and teams. Here’s to another unforgettable year of Hawk athletics! #weareHCC #Hawksproud #HCCathletics 💙🖤🩶

Grade 8/9 Band scored an “Excellent” (Silver) rating at the Alberta Band Association Provincial Festival of Bands today! Very proud of their months of hard work! Bravo! ❤️🎶 #weareHCC #HCCproud #HCCfinearts

This week, we celebrate the gift of Catholic education! Catholic education is about more than academics — it is about building compassionate hearts, encouraging service to others, and helping students recognize their God-given gifts. Thank you to all who support and strengthen Catholic education at HCC! May 14th is World Catholic Education day, and we invite students to celebrate by wearing blue! #IBelieveinCatholicEd #hediedforusweliveforhim #hccfaith #BlueforCathEd

🏆👏 Congratulations to Mr. Josh Jalbert on being named this year’s Zone Award of Merit recipient by School Sport Alberta (formerly ASAA)! This award recognizes individuals who make a lasting impact on high school students and athletics through leadership, sportsmanship, service, and dedication to school sport. 🏐🏀⚽ Mr. Jalbert’s commitment to our student-athletes, our programs, and the HCC community continues to make a difference each and every day. 💙🩶 We are incredibly proud to celebrate this well-deserved honour! #weareHCC #hawksproud #hccathletics