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!
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.
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.
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!!!
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!
TAILGATE 11/13
Dear Holy Cross Community,
We will be having our Annual Tailgate on Friday, November 13th.
Event Start Time: 5:00 p.m.
Event Location: Holy Cross Track and Football Field
Pep Rally: 7:00 p.m. in the Holy Cross Convocation Center
Event End Time: 10:00 p.m.
We look forward to seeing everyone on Friday evening!
MIDDLE SCHOOL FAMILY DAY 11/12
Dear Middle School Families,
Don’t forget about our Middle School Family Day this Thursday, November 12th! The morning activities will begin at 8:00 a.m. in the Holy Cross Cafeteria, where breakfast will be served. The program will end at 10:00 a.m. in the Convocation Center.
We look forward to seeing all of our Middle School Families!
The Holy Cross Class of 2019 Fundraiser:
Holy Cross Main Event Night
Sunday, November 8, 2015
Time: 5-9 PM
Location: 8514 HWY 151
$20 for 4 Hours of fun and entertainment
Includes: All you can play bowling (shoes included), billiards, laser tag, gravity rope and $10 FUNcard (video games).
Purchase your tickets in advance from any 2019 Student.
Tickets must be presented on the day of the event to enjoy the 4 hours of fun and entertainment.
Everyone is welcome to join us!
TEXAS PUBLIC RADIO FEATURES STUDENT PROJECTS
Earlier this week two of our students and Spanish teacher, Mr. Alejandro Flores were interviewed on Texas Public Radio regarding their alters for Dia De Los Muertos. The students attended a field trip to set up their altars at Centro Cultural Aztlan ( a community based organization that promotes art and culture). You can listen to the segment below.
CATHOLIC LIFE RAFFLE TICKETS-NOW AVAILABLE
CATHOLIC SCHOOLS SWEEPSTAKES- SUPPORT CATHOLIC EDUCATION
All Proceeds from sale of tickets benefit, Holy Cross of San Antonio
Dear Holy Cross Families,
Holy Cross of San Antonio is participating in the Catholic Life Sweepstakes raffle. Here are some helpful tips and information.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
QUESTION: CAN I SELL TICKETS?
ANSWER: Yes, enrolled families at Holy Cross can participate by selling the raffle tickets.
QUESTION: HOW DO I GET MY TICKETS?
ANSWER: Twenty (20) tickets (or $100.00 worth) can be issued to you at the Advancement Office. Each ticket is $5.00.
QUESTION: WHAT IS THE BENEFIT TO MY FAMILY?
ANSWER: For every $100.00 worth of tickets sold, you can apply $90.00 toward your child’s tuition at Holy Cross of San Antonio and $10.00 goes to the school admin. costs. Additional tickets can be issued by the Office of Advancement & Public Relations once you sell your first 20 tickets by showing your receipt of deposit from the Business Office.
QUESTION: WHAT IS THE DEADLINE?
ANSWER: All funds and ticket stubs will be due by Friday, Jan. 15, 2016 end of business day.
QUESTION: WHAT ARE THE PRIZES?
ANSWER:
Grand Prize includes choice of:
2015 Ford F-150 Truck or 2015 Ford Fusion Sedan or $20,000 Prepaid VISA Credit Card
PARTICIPATING SCHOOL PRIZE
Each participating school will have a $1,000 Prepaid ISA Credit Card individual winner drawn from tickets sold by their school.
QUESTION: WHEN WILL THE DRAWING BE?
ANSWER: Drawing to be held Saturday, January 23, 2016 at the Catholic Life Insurance Headquarters in San Antonio, Texas
FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO PURCHASE TICKETS, CONTACT:
Holy Cross of San Antonio
210-433-9395 ext. 269