Sep 242014
 

Dear Knights,

Thanks to all the Knights who supported the third annual President’s Blue and Gold Gala. It was a great night and a tremendous benefit for the school. Save the date for next year, September 19, 2015.

Please note that the next alumni association meeting is Wednesday, October 1st at 7PM / HC Library. See the agenda below. Also, make sure to send this note to your classmates.

Calendar events:

September 26th – Friday at 5:00PM – Tailgate at Holy Cross

October 25th – Homecoming recognition 10 years of coeducation

November 2th – Dollars for Scholars Golf Tournament

Sincerely,

Paul Martinez, Ph.D.

Holy Cross Alumni President

Class of 1984

Holy Cross Alumni Association Agenda / October 1stmeeting at 7PM – HC Library

Welcome / Opening Prayer

Focus

Financial Reports

  • Gala Report
  • School Report
  • Association Report
  • Funding request

*Student Recruitment / School Visits – $1750; note we sponsored last year
*Student Transportation – $2,500 (Bus maintenance )
*Student Transportation – purchase bus ~ $15,000

Election of new officers

  • Election date November 11 or 13
  • Procedure

Softball Tournament

  • Overview of committees and procedures
  • Appoint committee chairs

Golf Tournament

  • Alumni assumes responsibilities in 2015
  • Shadow class of 1988
  • Promote date Sunday, November 2, 2014 at Silverhorn Golf Club

Miscellaneous

Next meeting November 11 or 13th – Election Day

Closing prayer

Sep 232014
 

Sprocket Productions has established a URL where the gala photos will be available to view online starting Wed., Sept. 24.

Below is the URL link where you can make your purchases.

2014 GALA RED CARPET PHOTOGRAPHS

100% of the proceeds go to Holy Cross of San Antonio. Printed photos will be delivered directly to the address you provide when placing your order online.

Thank you for supporting Holy Cross of San Antonio!

Sep 222014
 

TAILGATE 2013

Holy Cross Community:

Are you ready for TAILGATE 2014?! It is going to be an amazing experience!

Tailgate is THIS FRIDAY, 9/26 starting at 5 PM. Setup starts at 12 noon.

The pep rally will be at 7 PM.

Each class does something special so be sure that you have all of the details surrounding the event.

If you have any questions, your class representative can help!

Click this link for a listing of all of the class representatives.

Sep 172014
 

Dear Friends,

All of us at Holy Cross are looking forward to seeing you at the 2014 President’s Blue & Gold Gala this Saturday, September 20th at the JW Marriott Hill Country Resort & Spa, Cibolo Canyon Ballroom, 23808 Resort Parkway, San Antonio, TX 78261. The event attire is black tie optional. There is satellite parking available in front of the ballroom entrance for $9.00/vehicle.

6:00 p.m. General Reception, Silent Auction, & Red Carpet

7:00 p.m. Dinner & Program

8:00 p.m. Live Auction

9:00 p.m. to Midnight Dance “Oh So Good Band”

Here are some highlights from last year’s 2013 Gala.

Mr. Henry Galindo, Principal, 2013 Gala

Sep 152014
 

It is hard to believe that 10 years has passed so quickly but we are now celebrating our 10 year anniversary of coeducation at Holy Cross of San Antonio. To commemorate this joyous anniversary, the PTC is selling a limited quantity of anniversary polo’s for $25 each.

Students who purchase the polo may wear it to school on regular uniform days.

Are you a female alumna? If so, be sure to mention it when you contact Mrs. Jordan to order your shirt and receive a special discount!


Sep 142014
 

In your prayers please remember Mr. Ventura Calderon who died on September 10, 2014.  He is the father of Ventura “Tito” Calderon ‘1974 and the grandfather of Vincent Calderon ‘2000.

Tuesday, September 16, 2014

At Mission Parke Funeral Chapels North

3401 Cherry Ridge, 78223

5:00 PM         Visitation

7:00 PM         Rosary

Wednesday, September 17, 2014

At St. Dominic Catholic Church

9:00 AM         Mass of Christian Burial

Interment to follow at

Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery

OBITUARY

Sep 132014
 

The 50th Reunion Celebration for the Class of 1964 was a memorable one indeed.

For those who were able to attend, we hope you enjoyed the festivities!

For those who could not join us, please know you were missed and in our thoughts and prayers.

Holy Cross Alma Mater Song

Old Holy Cross Our Alma Mater,
Symbol of Truth.
Old Golden Days We Spent Together,
Days of Our Youth.
Raise the Standard Blue and Gold,
Knights Strong and Bold.
Our Alma Mater Hail to Thee,
Forever Be It Told.

Sep 122014
 

HOLY CROSS OF SAN ANTONIO

Dear Friends,

Holy Cross of San Antonio has a deep commitment to providing our students from all socio-economic backgrounds with the opportunity to receive a quality Catholic college preparatory education. We’re able to sustain this educational goal through strong fundraising efforts such as the annual President’s Blue & Gold Gala.

If you’re interested in attending the Sept. 20th Gala, there is still time to purchase your seats or sponsor a table. Please call me directly at (210) 433-4502. Or you can register online: 2014 GALA REGISTER ONLINE.

The funds go directly to assist our families who are most in need of financial aid and enrolled at Holy Cross of San Antonio. This special event is hosted by the Holy Cross Board of Trustees, the Alumni Association and the Parent Teacher Council.

If you’re unable to attend, please consider making a  donation today to the Fund-A-Knight Program: DONATE

Please note that the attire for this event is Black Tie (optional). The General Reception begins at 6:00 p.m. at the Cibolo Canyon Ballroom. The venue location has moved this year to the beautiful J.W. Marriott Hill Country Resort & Spa located at 23828 Resort Parkway, San Antonio, TX 78261. Satellite Valet Parking is available at the ballroom entrance for a reduced rate of $9.00/vehicle.

Thank you for supporting student scholarships!

Sincerely,

Elizabeth Eguia-Garcia

Vice President of Advancement & Public Relations

Holy Cross of San Antonio

Sep 082014
 

In your prayers please remember Manuela Vela, who died on Thursday, September 4, 2014.  Manuela is the mother of Osvaldo Constantino Vela, Class of 1982.  Other nephews of Manuela who graduated from Holy Cross are Paul Charles ’69, Mark Charles ’74, Frank Flores ’85 (Deceased), Marcelo Garcia ’86, and Fernando Flores ’94.

Monday, September 8, 2014

Ortiz Mortuary Funeral Home

3114 Culebra Road, San Antonio, TX 78228

5:00 PM Visitation begins

7:00 PM Rosary

Tuesday, September 9, 2014

At Holy Rosary Church

159 Camino Santa Maria, San Antonio, TX 78228

10:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial

Interment to follow at

Holy Cross Cemetery

17501 Nacogdoches Road,  San Antonio, TX 78266