Welcome Back — Shine Your Light!
Welcome to the 2026–27 school year! It is wonderful to welcome back our returning students, families, and staff, and I extend a very special welcome to those who are joining the Holy Family Catholic School Division for the first time. We are blessed to have you as part of our Catholic school family.
Our theme this year, “Shine Your Light,” comes from the words of Jesus in Matthew’s Gospel: “Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven.” (Matthew 5:16)
Each of us has unique gifts and talents, and throughout this year we will encourage one another to share those gifts, expressed through kindness, learning, service, faith, and the way we care for one another. Sometimes the brightest light shines through the simplest acts of compassion and encouragement.
As we begin this new school year, I am grateful for the trust our families place in us and for the dedication of our staff who work each day to ensure our students are known, valued, supported, and challenged to grow.
I look forward to another wonderful year of faith, learning, and community across Holy Family.
May God bless our students, families, staff, and school communities throughout the year ahead. Together, may we Shine Our Light and help others to do the same.
Have a wonderful 2026–27 school year!
Ken Sampson, B.Sc.; B. Ed.; M.A.
