Nov 232015
 

DOM AMANDO SCHOOL GROUP VISITS HOLY CROSS

Last Friday, November 20th the Dom Amando School students from Brazil  arrived in San Antonio to visit with and meet some of our Holy Cross students. Below are a few pictures from their visit.

Thank you to all of our Holy Cross families and students for their hospitality during the visit!



Nov 192015
 

11/20-PICK UP FOR BUTTER BRAID BREAD ORDERS

The Class of 2017 Fundraiser Delivery date is this Friday, November 20.  Pick up of orders of Butter Braid Bread Loaves starts at 3:00 until 5:30 in the Holy Cross library. Please contact Mrs. Didi Gracia @ 210-393-3844 with questions.

Nov 162015
 

HOLY CROSS OF SAN ANTONIO

OFFICE OF INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT & ENROLLMENT

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

POSITION: Part-Time Administrative Assistant

REPORTS TO: Assistant Director of Institutional Advancement and Enrollment

POSITION SUMMARY: The Administrative Assistant is responsible for all administrative aspects of development activities. This position reports to the Assistant Director of Institutional Advancement and Enrollment. The Administrative Assistant plays an important role by providing administrative support to the department, and participating in all fundraising activities including donor and public relations, direct mail appeals and special events.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Process donations by receiving and recording accurate donor records in the database.
  • Prepare and mail acknowledgement letters and receipts for donor gift recognition.
  • Create monthly fundraising reports and other database reports as needed.
  • Continually update and correct database records.
  • Conduct preliminary research on prospective individual donors.
  • Coordinate productions and mailing of spring and year-end appeals.
  • Maintain guest lists, gather and prepare registration materials and other duties as assigned for fundraising events and annual gala.
  • Handle all administrative details associated with the Office of Institutional Advancement & Enrollment, the Board Development Committee, Gala Committee, Planned Giving Committee or as assigned.
  • Prepare media packets for distribution (i.e. copying, filing, mailing, e-mailing)
  • Assemble & maintain media and donor kits for events, press conferences, and meetings.
  • Maintain the Holy Cross spreadsheet for updates on the Web site school calendar.
  • Coordinate with vendors work orders, process payment requests, and record expenses for department budget record-keeping.
  • Assist in identifying venues for special ceremonies and events, ordering of menu items for events, & setting up for special events (on and off campus).
  • Assist as the receptionist (point of contact) in the office for the President, Vice President & Coordinator by receiving guests with a hospitable & welcoming approach.
  • Assist with other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in a related field preferred (In lieu, consideration will be given to strong candidates who demonstrate experience in the fundraising or public relations fields).
  • A minimum of three years’ experience in an administrative position, preferably in a non-profit and/or educational and/or development office.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint a plus
  • Proficiency in Database Management – Donor Connect Preferred (in lieu, consideration will be given to strong candidates who demonstrate experience in database management.)
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to present concisely and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize work.
  • Ability to use discretion in handling confidential materials and matters.
  • Ability to work independently with little supervision.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills

HOW TO APPLY: E-mail a current resume and cover letter to Ms. Aida Manganiello at aida.manganiello@holycross-sa.org

Nov 162015
 

LAST CALL FOR THE PRACTICE HSPT ON 11/21

The Practice High School Placement Test (HSPT) and Prep Course will be held this Saturday, November 21st at 9:30 a.m. in the Holy Cross Cafeteria.

For more information, please contact our Institutional Advancement and Enrollment Office at 210-433-2178.

REGISTRATION FORM

Nov 162015
 

Thanksgiving Canned Food Drive

The National Honor Society is sponsoring the Annual Thanksgiving Canned Food Drive.  Please bring in any canned food to help local San Antonio families. All canned food is donated to the Inner City Development located in the heart of San Antonio’s Westside Community. Students have begun collecting canned food for “Wall Out The Teacher” day on Wednesday, November 25th.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP!!!

Nov 132015
 

BEREAVEMENT OF ROBERT FERNANDEZ

In your prayers please remember Robert Fernandez, Class of 1970, who died on October 31, 2015. Robert is the brother of Dan Fernandez, Class of 1978 and the uncle of Daniel Matthew Fernandez, Class of 2007.

Friday, November 13, 2015

At Christ the King Church

2610 Perez St.  78207

7:00 PM-Rosary

Saturday, November 14, 2015

At St. Timothy Church

1515 Saltillo St. 78207

10:00 AM-Mass of Christian Burial

Nov 122015
 

MIDDLE SCHOOL FAMILY DAY HIGHLIGHTS

Middle School Family Day was today, Thursday, November 12, 2015. The event highlighted the Middle School students, who were able to give their families tours of their classrooms, have the chance to meet their teachers, and show case some of their best work.

A special thanks to all of our Middle School Teachers for putting on a wonderful event for our Middle School students and their families!


Nov 122015
 

BEREAVEMENT OF JAMES E. GUTIERREZ

In your prayers please remember James E. Gutierrez who died on Sunday, November 8, 2015.  James is a member of the Class of 1974.  He is the father of James Matthew Gutierrez, Class of 2006; Philip James Gutierrez, Class of 2008; and Andrew G. Gutierrez, Class of 2018.  James E. Gutierrez was preceded in death by his brother John G. Gutierrez, Class of 1971.

Sunday, November 15, 2015

At Porter Loring Mortuary

1101 McCullough Ave.  78212

5:00 PM-Visitation begins

7:00 PM-Rosary

Monday, November 16, 2015

At St. Luke’s Catholic Church

4603 Manitou  78228

2:00 PM-Mass of Christian Burial

OBITUARY

Nov 112015
 

SENIOR SIGNS TO PLAY BASKETBALL AT THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH DAKOTA

This morning, Wednesday,  November 11th,  Senior, Brandon Armstrong Class of 2016, signed his letter of intent to attend and play basketball at the University of South Dakota, located in Vermillion, South Dakota.

On his official signing day, Mr. Armstrong,  was accompanied by Holy Cross Principal, Mr. Galindo, Holy Cross Basketball Coach, Mr. Chad Curran, and his family members.

Congratulations Brandon!