ESCOBEDO NAMED NEW PRINCIPAL OF HOLY CROSS OF SAN ANTONIO
Holy Cross of San Antonio students will be greeted by a new principal next fall, Dr. Rene J. Escobedo.
Dr. Escobedo said “I am extremely excited to be returning to my alma mater. Holy Cross has given me so much over the years. It is time for me to give back to the school that I love so much.”
Dr. Escobedo began his career in education in 1996 as teacher at Holy Cross. Over his nine years of service at Holy Cross he served as a teacher, coach, and campus ministry director and vice principal. He is currently the Principal of St. Anthony Catholic High School, where he has served for the past 7 years. Dr. Escobedo received his Doctorate in Education in 2014 from the University of Texas at San Antonio. He also received his Master’s in Education from the University of Texas at San Antonio and he received his Bachelors in Sociology from Our Lady of the Lake University.
Holy Cross of San Antonio Principal, Mr. Henry Galindo, said “Holy Cross of San Antonio is fortunate to have Dr. Escobedo onboard as the new Principal for the 2017-2018 school year.” Mr. Galindo adds, “He will do great things for our school. We look forward to him starting this summer.”
Holy Cross of San Antonio is an independent Catholic co-educational middle and high school. The Brothers of Holy Cross founded the school in 1957 steeped in tradition and education. Holy Cross serves as the only co-educational college preparatory school centrally located in San Antonio’s Westside. Based on the principles of the Brothers of Holy Cross, the school’s educational mission helps break the cycle of poverty and opens doors to higher education. For more information, visit www.HolyCross-SA.org or call 210-433-9395.
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D-Gut Scholarship is now available for current Holy Cross seniors. The deadline for the scholarship is Friday, April 7, 2017 at 3:00 p.m.
To download the scholarship, please click the link: D-Gut Scholarship 2016-2017
TUITION ASSISTANCE & ONLINE ENROLLMENT/REENROLLMENT INFORMATION
Dear Holy Cross of San Antonio Parents and Guardians,
The application for Hope for the Future’s tuition assistance is now available! To qualify for Holy Cross tuition assistance, you MUST have completed an application for Hope for the Future’s tuition assistance. The first round deadline for submission is Friday, March 10, 2017. Visit the Hope the Future website at www.hopeforfuture.org to begin your application. Should you have any questions during the application process please contact the FACTS Parent Hotline at 1-866-441-4637 and they can assist you with any FACTS issues.
Also, remember to complete your online enrollment packer for the 2017-2018 school year! You can view instructions for online enrollment here: 2017-2018 Reenrollment Packet.
Tuition Assistance Dates are as follows:
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BEREAVEMENT OF JESUS SANCHEZ
In your prayers please remember Jesus Sanchez who died on February 18, 2017. Jesus Sanchez is the father of Jesse Sanchez Class of 1982, Thomas Sanchez Class of 1983, David Sanchez Class of 1984 and Edward Sanchez Class of 1989. He is the grandfather of Roman Sanchez Class of 2008, Amanda Sanchez Class of 2010, David Sanchez Class of 2015, John Sebastian Gutierrez Class of 2011, Simon Gutierrez Class of 2014 and Thomas Sanchez Class of 2017. He is the uncle of Henry Carreon Class of 1985. John Sebastian Gutierrez is a Novice in the Congregation of Holy Cross. He is preparing to become a priest in the Moreau Province of the Congregation of Holy Cross.
Tuesday, February 21, 2017
At Castillo Funeral Home
520 N. General McMullen-78228
3:00 PM- Visitation begins
7:00 PM-Rosary
Wednesday, February 22, 2017
At San Martin de Porres Church
1730 Dahlgreen St.- 78237
10:00 AM-Mass of Christian Burial
BEREAVEMENT OF DAVID MICHALEC
In your prayers please remember David Michalec who died on Monday, February 13, 2017. David is a member of the Class of 1968. David is the brother of Alfred Michalec Class of 1961, Ray Michalec Class of 1962, Patrick Michalec Class of 1970 and Joe Michalec Class of 1974.
Friday, February 24, 2017
At Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Helotes
13715 Riggs Road-78023
10:30 AM-Rosary
11:00 AM- Mass of Christian Burial
RE: SCHOOL CHOICE MEETING-2/22/17
6:30 PM-Holy Cross Cafeteria
Wednesday, February 22, 2017
FROM: Bro. Stanley
I hope that you will recall on many occasions hearing me speak about School Choice. Each time I have tried to emphasize the importance of School Choice to all families and especially to present and future Holy Cross families. Already, School Choice Bill have been filed with the 85th Texas Legislature, the current Legislature.
However! No School Choice Bill will become law unless we make it happen. School Choice legislation has the strong support of Gov. Greg Abbott and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick. This is not sufficient! There is strong opposition and we must gather to overcome the opposition.
At the meeting we will answer your questions. But more importantly, we will review actions for countering the opposition. I look forward to meeting with you.
Sincerely in Holy Cross,
Bro. Stanley Culotta
PENA RECEIVES AWARD FROM THE SAN ANTONIO QUARTERBACK CLUB
Congratulations to Joseph Pena’17, he was awarded the Lineman of the Year Award from the San Antonio Quarterback Club. Joseph is the first ever private school student to receive this award.
Congratulations, Joseph. Keep up the great work!
SPONSORSHIP SIGNING
This past Saturday, February 11th the Brother of The Congregation of Holy Cross, Moreau Province and Holy Cross of San Antonio signed a Memorandum of Understanding granting sponsorship to Holy Cross of San Antonio. As President of Holy Cross Community Services, Brother Stanley Culotta co-signed the M.O.U. This officially means we are sponsored by the Brothers of The Congregation of Holy Cross! We have always been a Holy Cross school, this just formalizes the relationship.
