STAR Catholic Outreach

Dear STAR Outreach (soon to be St. Maximilian) Families,

As we enter the beautiful month of May, we are reminded that in the Catholic tradition, this is a special time dedicated to honouring Mary, the Mother of God. Mary is the ultimate example of faith, humility, and unconditional love; qualities that we also see reflected in the mothers, grandmothers, and maternal figures in our own lives.

This Sunday, as we celebrate Mother’s Day, we give thanks for the women who nurture, guide, and support us with quiet strength and unwavering love. Whether they are mothers by birth, by choice, or by vocation, these women reflect God’s love in deeply meaningful ways. Like Mary, they say “yes” to the daily sacrifices, joys, and challenges of caring for others.

In our Catholic school community, we are blessed by the many mothers and caregivers who partner with us in shaping not only the minds of our students, but also their hearts and spirits. Your love, patience, and faith-filled example do not go unnoticed - they are a gift to our entire community.

May we also look to Mary this month as our model and intercessor. In her gentle “yes” to God, she teaches us to trust, to serve, and to love more deeply.

We wish all mothers and mother figures a blessed and joyful Mother’s Day. May God continue to bless you abundantly.

Grace & peace,
Mrs. Tracy Melnyk
Principal, STAR Catholic Outreach School

It is with great pride and heartfelt joy that we celebrate Megan Weir on the incredible accomplishment of her graduation! 🎉

We are so proud of you, Megan. Your success is well-earned, and your story is one of inspiration.

We look forward to celebrating you at our Outreach Graduation Celebration on June 4th—a well-deserved moment to honour all that you have achieved. 🎉

Congratulations, Megan! May God continue to bless you abundantly on the journey ahead. 💙

Photo cred: Imagine That Photographics https://www.imaginethatphotographics.com/

• This year we are celebrating Catholic Education Sunday and Week together in May. Parishes and schools will celebrate Catholic Education Sunday on the weekend Masses, and our schools will continue the celebration into the week! During this week, we give thanks for the gift of publicly funded Catholic education which has served Alberta and beyond for more than 165 years.
• The theme this year is “Anchored in Christ, A Beacon of Hope”. You can read the Bishop’s Letter by clicking one of the following links: (English; French).
• Each school and parish community will be celebrating in slightly different ways, so administrators and Religious Education Committee reps will be sharing any important plans with their individual schools! You can also check out the resources that have been put together provincially HERE.
• Also, we are asking people to wear Blue for Catholic Education on Thursday, May 14 (World Catholic Education Day)!

Archbishop Hero joins interviewer Tim Spelliscy to chat about the experience of becoming the new Archbishop of Edmonton, the challenges and opportunities of his new role, and joys of returning home to the people and places of this archdiocese.

May 5 - Red Dress Day

May 9 - 15 - Catholic Education Week 💙

May 14 - World Catholic Education Day (wear blue) 💙

May 15 - No School

May 18 - No School - Victoria Day

May 24 - Happy Pentecost ✝️

June 4 - Outreach GRADUATION 🎓

June 5 - No School - PD Day for staff

June 19 - 💡LAST DAY TO COMPLETE CANVAS WORK💡

*Book your finals with your teachers*

FAITH AT THE CENTER, FLEXIBILITY FOR YOUR JOURNEY

At STAR Catholic Outreach, Summer School is an extension of our mission to serve students where they are; academically, personally and spiritually. Grounded in Catholic values, our program recognizes that each learner's journey is unique.

We are very excited to be offering online Summer School Programming starting summer 2026! Students will learn through teacher-led instruction with a faith-based approach that supports the whole student. Flexible online delivery adapts to individual needs.

Program Goals:

• Earn Alberta-approved credits that count toward high school graduation.
• Provides flexible pathways to success.
• Supports credit recovery and academic progress.
• Help students stay on track toward graduation.
• Encourage responsibility, independence and goal setting.

Requirements:

• Must pay non-refundable $50 fee to hold registration.
• Must be available to attend mandatory online meetings DAILY.
• Must have a Chromebook or laptop computer for school work. Phones and tablets are not adequate.
• FULL attendance is REQUIRED! You must be able to commit to the days outlined in your session.

Program Delivery Method:

• Teacher-directed and teacher-led instruction.
• Delivered fully online.
• Combination of synchronous (live) and asynchronous learning.
• Hosted on the CANVAS learning platform.
• Ongoing connection with teachers and the learning community.
• Flexible structure to support individual student circumstances.

Please click here to see course offerings.

Registration Link is HERE: https://forms.gle/yb7ScNP7hphPqjE1A

Students and parents... PLEASE check your PowerSchool portal for your up-to-date grades. We are now in Module 6. Module 6 is due May 8 and Module 7 is due May 22nd. Please reach out to your teacher(s) if you have questions.

HELP US HELP YOU!

Do you own a business or know an employer who could offer meaningful work experience for a student? We are always looking to connect with new partners who are passionate about mentoring the next generation of workers.

If you or someone in your network can provide a supportive and educational workplace, we’d love to hear from you. Reach out to us to learn how to get involved and help shape the future workforce.

tracy.melnyk@starcatholic.ab.ca

Start thinking about your next year's schooling. Want to get a jump-start on your post secondary studies? This is for you!

Applications for our Fall 2026 semester are now open. I've included all the information you'll need below as you begin preparing.

Dual Credit Course Information

Attached is our new Dual Credit Guidebook, which includes 26/27 course information, such as delivery model, transferability, and more. If you would like any physical copies mailed to your school division, please let me know.

Our team has also prepared a "Dual Credit Discovery" video presentation that can be shared out with students/families who are looking for more info about these upcoming course offerings.

Catholic Social Teaching (CST) is the collection of principles the Church offers to guide how we live out our faith in society. Rooted in Scripture and Church tradition, these teachings remind us that following Christ isn’t only about private prayer but also about how we treat one another and care for the world.

AT STAR Outreach, we will be focussing on each of the Catholic Social Teachings. This month, we focus on the social teaching of "Peace". God calls us to be peacemakers. Our love for each other demands that we promote peace and justice whenever and wherever we can.

5pm Saturday Evening

9am and 11am on Sunday

Welcome back! Here’s how you can access your Canvas account to get started with your courses:

1. Go to Canvas

   • Open your web browser and go to: https://starcatholic.instructure.com

2. Log in with your STAR Catholic account

   • Enter your STAR Catholic email address (the same email you use for all school accounts).

   • Enter your STAR Catholic password.

3. Access your courses

   • Once you are logged in, you’ll see your Dashboard.

   • Click on your courses to get started.

👉 Tip: If you have trouble logging in, make sure you’re using your STAR Catholic email (not a personal email). If you forgot your password, contact the school office and we’ll help you reset it.

The Alberta Citizenship Awards recognize outstanding Alberta students for their citizenship, leadership, community service, and volunteerism, celebrating their positive impact on our communities.

Nomination Opportunity for Alberta High Schools
Alberta high schools are invited to nominate one graduating student for the following awards:

• Premier’s Citizenship Award
• Alberta Centennial Award
• Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Award

Application Process

Applications for these awards must be submitted through the Grant Administration Tracking and Evaluation (GATE) Front Office online system.

To access the system, applicants must request a GATE Front Office username and password at least 5 business days before the deadline.

How to Request Login Credentials
Students must email goa.registrationpcs@gov.ab.ca with:

• Their legal name
• Their email address
• Their school’s name and address

Application Requirements

To ensure a smooth application process, we encourage students to gather the following materials before submitting their application:

• A summary of volunteer service highlighting citizenship, community service, and leadership activities
• Two letters of support
• A signed School Information and Applicant Declaration Form

For detailed, step-by-step instructions, please visit the Alberta Citizenship Awards website.

Application Deadline: June 1, 2026

Need Assistance?
Contact us at acsw.abcitizenship@gov.ab.ca or call 587-982-1391.

We appreciate your support in recognizing and celebrating exceptional Alberta students!

Create a MyPass Account

All students require a MyPass account to obtain diploma marks, transcripts and so much more. If you have not created an account, please click on the link below and follow the instructions on how to do so.

Create a MyPass account

Watch the video below on how to get your MyPass Account!

Alberta is blessed with fully publicly funded Catholic education — a unique and hard-won gift safeguarded by generations before us.

It remains one of the Church’s most precious contributions to society: schools where Christ is known and loved, where truth is taught with clarity, and where young people encounter a living faith rooted in tradition.

GrACE’s monthly newsletter strengthens this province-wide Catholic community by lifting up the stories that show Catholic education at its best — classrooms alive with learning, parishes partnering with schools, and educators forming students in mind, heart, and spirit.

Your school’s faith life is the heart of the mission.

Here is the February GrACE News here: https://app.smore.com/n/6ext7

https://www.starcatholic.ab.ca/division/school-board/board-highlights

We are excited to share that the STAR Catholic Central Office has officially moved to a new location in Leduc!

New Location: 6547 Sparrow Drive, Leduc, AB T9E 7C7

Need to get a hold of us?

Call us at STAR Catholic Outreach 780-980-0955

Mrs. Jennifer Nelson - Administrative Assistant

780-980-0955 ext: 1

outreach@starcatholic.ab.ca

jennifer.nelson@starcatholic.ab.ca

Mrs. Tracy Melnyk - Principal & English Language Arts

780-980-0955 ext: 2

tracy.melnyk@starcatholic.ab.ca

Mr. Brandon Geiger - All things Math & Science!

780-980-0955 ext: 3

brandon.geiger@starcatholic.ab.ca

Mr. Daniel Hughes - Social Studies, Religion, Off Campus & Options

780-980-0955 ext: 4

daniel.hughes@starcatholic.ab.ca

📱 Stay Connected with STAR Catholic Outreach!

We love sharing the great things happening in our STAR Outreach community. Be sure to follow us on Instagram @staroutreachschool and on FACEBOOK by searching STAR Catholic Outreach School or tapping the link: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BmmpEgXxF/?mibextid=wwXIfr to see highlights, important reminders, celebrations, and updates from our school.

For the most current and accurate information—including calendars, announcements, and program details—please continue to check our website regularly at https://or.starcatholic.ab.ca/.

Thank you for staying connected and supporting our STAR Catholic Outreach family! 💙✝️