News Archive

On Monday, April 8, there will be a partial solar eclipse in our area. It is expected to begin at 11:48 am, peak at 12:46 pm and finish by 1:38 pm. For many of our schools, this partial solar eclipse occurs over lunch hour. Although people can safely observe the eclipse by wearing special glasses, the timing of the eclipse, over lunchtime, means students will be playing outdoors for lunch recess and may not take the precautions needed to safely view it. Out of an abundance of caution, our elementary schools will be adjusting their schedules and activities that day to keep students indoors during the time of the eclipse. Students in junior high and high school will follow a regular schedule and will be permitted to leave the school over lunch hour. If parents prefer to have their children in Grades 7 – 12 stay in the school building, we ask that you have that conversation with your child/ren. The school will provide a space indoors. Click here for more information about the eclipse: https://www.timeanddate.com/eclipse/in/canada/calgary?iso=20240408 Click here for information from the Canadian Association of Optometrists: https://opto.ca/eye-health-library/solar-eclipse-safety

A reminder to CTR families, all schools will be closed this Friday, March 30 for Good Friday and will remain closed until Monday, April 8 for the Easter break. Blessings to each one of you for a peaceful Easter!

Students! Recruitment for the 2024/25 Minister’s Youth Council has begun. The Ministry of Education is looking for approximately 40 junior and senior high school students between the ages of 14 and 19, with diverse interests, identities, backgrounds and perspectives from across Alberta to join next year's council. Of the 40 council members, they will accept up to eight returning members and at least 32 new members. Participating in the council will give students the opportunity to make an impact on Alberta’s education system, build their leadership skills, and leave a legacy that will last for generations to come. The deadline for students to apply is April 30, 2024. For more information, please visit https://www.alberta.ca/student-engagement#jumplinks-1

Christ The Redeemer (CTR) Catholic Schools is pleased to announce Aileen Taylor as Coordinator of Mental Health Services. For full announcement please visit our website: https://www.redeemer.ab.ca/news/staff-announcment-coordinator-of-mental-health-services-1711051331153

On this International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, CTR Catholic stands in solidarity with those who have suffered racism or prejudice. As reflected within our Catholic Social Teachings, every person is created in the image and likeness of God, and so deserves respect, dignity, and love. As a Catholic school division, it is not enough to value our diversity and inclusivity. Solidarity requires us to see the other as another self, suffer with them, and love them as we would want to be loved. Join us in prayer today as we ask our God, who stands in solidarity with us, to help us confront racism wherever it may be, and build a more just and peaceful world. 🙏

Please be advised that with the anticipated snow and winter-like driving conditions, there may be delays in bus services tomorrow in some, or all, of our communities. CTR Catholic will continue to monitor the weather and road conditions and notify our families by 6:30 tomorrow morning if buses aren’t running either through text, the Spotfinder app, or Southland drivers will reach out to families directly. Families can also check our website for up-to-date bus route information at https://www.redeemer.ab.ca/transportation-status or continue to monitor our social media. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we navigate any deteriorating road conditions.

A reminder to families that Parent/Teacher Interviews will take place in the afternoon on Thursday, March 21 and there are no classes on Friday, March 22. Contact your school to set up an interview with your child's teacher.

CTR Catholic has been hosting Parent Faith Information Evenings across the division. Meaningfully engaging families is part of the new diocesan pastoral renewal, and we hope that these evenings will give parents some information into how we are forming our staff and students in the faith, how parents can bring our faith theme into your homes, and how parents can continue to support publicly funded Catholic education in Alberta. Thank you for your support for Catholic education and your attendance at these events!

CTR is excited to announce the deadline for the Tablets & Doorposts: A Jamboree In Writing has been extended to April 15! Teachers are invited to submit up to three pieces of student writing for inclusion in the 2024 Tablets and Doorpost Anthology. Ask your teacher for the details! The sixth annual Doorpost Café honouring the top 20 authors will be held in person in June in Okotoks.

We are so grateful for the many substitute teachers who serve in our division. Substitute teachers are essential for our schools and the work they do for CTR Catholic, our students and our schools is invaluable! Please take some time to show them appreciation during Substitute Teachers’ Appreciation Week (March 11–15, 2024) 🙏

Christ the Redeemer Catholic Schools is on a mission to illuminate the extraordinary stories that weave through the fabric of our school communities. Whether it's a heartwarming anecdote, the value of Catholic education, or a testament to the learning your child has experienced, we want to hear it all! 🌟 Your Story is Our Story! We want to hear from you! Your narratives, testimonials, and comments are the living proof that Christ the Redeemer Catholic Schools make a difference. Be a part of this collective narrative — tell us how Christ the Redeemer Catholic Schools shaped you or your child. Click here to access the form or scan the QR code below: https://forms.gle/7MsrF7scttsYSrKf9

Check out the March Board of Trustee Highlights from its regular meeting held March 28 at the Catholic Education Centre in Okotoks.

St. Joseph's Collegiate in Brooks is hiring for a teaching position for learning support, humanities and EAL starting August 2024. Full details below. Visit: https://www.redeemer.ab.ca/careers

Christ The Redeemer (CTR) Catholic Schools is pleased to announce Jacealyn Hempel as Director of Learning - Elementary. Mrs. Hempel will share the directorship with Mr. Marco Pacione who will be the Director of Learning - Secondary. The positions will replace current Director of Learning Cheryl Kuemper who is set to retire this June. For Mrs. Hempel's full announcement, visit our website: https://www.redeemer.ab.ca/news/leadership-announcement-director-of-learning-elementary-1709314424998

Christ The Redeemer (CTR) Catholic Schools is pleased to announce Marco Pacione as Director of Learning - Secondary. Mr. Pacione will share the directorship with Mrs. Jacelyn Hempel who will be the Director of Learning - Elementary. The positions will replace current Director of Learning Cheryl Kuemper who is set to retire this June. For Mr. Pacione's full announcement, visit our website: https://www.redeemer.ab.ca/news/leadership-announcement-director-of-learning-secondary-1709314614256

Sea of pink at Christ the King! 🩷