HOLY CROSS 9TH GRADER SAMANTHA SANTOS RECEIVES THE VIOLA HUGE HEART FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP

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Jun 192014
 

Samantha Santos, HC 9th Grader, shown with Diana Barrios-Treviño & Shelly Miles on SA Living June 19.

Miss Samantha Santos, Holy Cross ninth grader, received the Viola Huge Heart Foundation scholarship on May 29.

The Foundation is named after the late Viola Barrios, founder of Los Barrios Restaurant. Her three children created the foundation soon after her death in order to preserve the good memories of their beloved mother, Viola. Today, the foundation has awarded four scholarships. Miss Santos is the fourth recipient for her dedication to her studies, community service and extracurricular activities.

“At Holy Cross, we focus on building well rounded individuals,” said Ms. Elizabeth Eguía-García,  Holy Cross Vice President of Advancement & Public Relations. “Ultimately, Holy Cross is preparing them for college and the university level. Miss Santos embodies the traits that the Viola Huge Heart Foundation seeks to support. Holy Cross is proud of her.”

“We call the students who we select for this scholarship our ‘Little Violas,'” said Diana Barrios-Treviño. “They represent my mother’s heart as well as her generous and hardworking spirit.”

Miss Santos appeared on SA Living on June 19 along with Ms. Barrios-Treviño and Ms. Eguía-García. Throughout the year, Miss Santos will be participating in various events and activities promoting and supporting the Viola Huge Heart Foundation.

“Mr. Galindo, Brother Stanley and all of us at the school are deeply grateful to the Barrios Family for their generous support of Miss Santos and for their partnership with Holy Cross,” said Ms. Eguía-García.

BEREAVEMENT OF JOHNNY Q. MARTINEZ

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Jun 062014
 

By Bro.  Stanley

In your prayers please remember Johnny Q. Martinez who died on Wednesday, June 4, 2014.  He is the father of Richard Martinez ’73, brother of Vincent Martinez ’65, uncle of Vincent Martinez ’88 and uncle of John Martinez ‘2000.

Sunday, June 8, 2014

Viewing at Ortiz Funeral Home

3114 Culebra Road

San Antonio, TX 78228, (210) 432-0987

Starting at 1:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.

Monday, June 9, 2014

Visitation / Rosary at Ortiz Funeral Home

3114 Culebra Road

San Antonio, TX 78228, (210) 432-0987

Starting at 5:00 p.m. with rosary beginning at 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, June 10, 2014

10:30 a.m. Procession departs from Funeral Home

11:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial

Holy Rosary Church

159 Camino Santa Maria

San Antonio, TX 78228, (210) 433-3241

Interment to follow at San Fernando Cemetery No. 2

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: TWO HOLY CROSS ALUMNI WILL BE ORDAINED IN JUNE

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Jun 032014
 

Two alumni from Holy Cross of San Antonio will be ordained on June 7, 2014.

Rev. Jesus Jesse García will be ordained by His Eminence Daniel Cardinal DiNardo, Archbishop of Galveston-Houston, to the priesthood at the Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart Church in Houston, Texas. Rev. García is a graduate of Holy Cross Class of 1985.

Mr. Mike Cleary, Holy Cross Alumnus Class of 1966, will be ordained to the Deaconate at St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church. Mr. Cleary will retire from Frost Bank and dedicate his service to the Church as a Deacon. Since 2010, Mr. Cleary has served on the Holy Cross President’s Council.

“I’m proud of our two alumni members who have answered God’s call,” said Brother Stanley Culotta, C.S.C., M.D., President. “I’m confident that Jesse and Mike will be good stewards of their gifts and talents as ordained men of the Church.

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: DAVID VEGA SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS SELECTED FOR 2014-2015

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May 202014
 

On behalf of the David Vega Scholarship Selection Committee we want to thank each student for taking the time to apply to this memorial scholarship. Each application involved the students’ unique voice, level of community involvement and their post-high school goals. Each question allowed our review committee to gain a solid understanding of what it means to be a Holy Cross Knight. It was a tough and thorough process, which included the use of predefined criteria and a point-system from which we could use to weigh each candidate. The results included objective evaluations from six members, as well as post-evaluation group discussions to compare respective scores.

The applications were so compelling that our Selection Committee has decided to include a runner-up award for each grade level!

The following individuals were selected for the top award of $1,000:

Senior: Aaron Alfaro

Junior: Brianna Torres

The following individuals were selected for the runner-up award of $250:

Senior: Adam James

Junior: Jenessa Rivera

These awards will be applied to each students’ tuition fees for the 2015 school year. Thank you to the students who participated.

We also appreciate the assistance and support from the Holy Cross team in helping us make this first year a successful one. We continue to learn new and improved ways of making this scholarship even more successful in the future.

In Holy Cross,

Juan Barrera

Class of 1988

Class President (2012-2014)

Arthur Mancinas

Class of 1988

Incoming Class President (2014-2016)

ALUMNI ANNOUNCEMENT May 9, 2014

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May 092014
 

Fellow Knights,

The tournament is two weeks away – May 23-25. The brackets are set so if you have any question about games, then please contact the committee members Any Alanis 93’-(210)559-4211; David Fuentes 89’ (210)667-5662; Arthur Mancinas88’-(210)663-2177. They have done an outstanding job organizing this part of the tournament.

They will have final say on brackets and team entry.

Make sure to stay posted to emails and/or texts about any changes to entry locations, set-up times, and games times. The Alumni Association will run the beer concessions so, no outside beer. We ask for everyone’s help and ask that you be flexible in any situation.

We look forward to another successful tournament.

Sincerely,

Paul Martinez, Ph.D.

Holy Cross Alumni President

2013-2014 STUDENT KNIGHT AMBASSADORS: ADVANCING THE MISSION OF HOLY CROSS

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May 072014
 

On May 7th, Holy Cross hosted a closing ceremony for the 2013-2014 Student Knight Ambassadors. The students who serve as ambassadors undergo a rigorous competitive process for acceptance into the program. They receive leadership development as well as networking opportunities by representing their school out in the community at various types of events and activities. They also support the campus tours and much more. The school values the dedication of the ambassadors’ families who give of their time in order to advance  Holy Cross’ mission. For a complete listing of the ambassadors who gave of their time and talent in 2013-2014, visit: KNIGHT AMBASSADORS.

Thank you to our Gala Sponsors!

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May 072014
 

Holy Cross of San Antonio appreciates the support of our sponsors! Please take a moment to watch highlights from last year’s Gala at the link below:

Gala Promo Film

Have you made your reservations for the September 20th Third Annual President’s Blue & Gold Gala? You can click this link to register online: Gala Online Registration.

Thank you,

Gala Committee

DEADLINE EXTENDED TO MAY 9: DAVID VEGA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP 2014-2015

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May 072014
 

DAVID VEGA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP 2014-2015

The David Vega Memorial Scholarship will assist with the high school educational expenses of two students of Holy Cross of San Antonio. The scholarships will recognize one rising Senior  and one rising Junior for the 2014-2015 school year, who exemplify the qualities of integrity, commitment to others, and community involvement. Each one-time scholarship will be in the amount of $1,000, and will apply to tuition, books, or school-required expenses.

Access Application here

1. SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE: Friday, May 9 by 5:00 p.m. (no exceptions)

2. REQUIREMENTS:

-Rising high school Seniors and Juniors for 2015.

-Students with 2.5 or higher cumulative GPA.

– Students planning to pursue full-time college, trade or vocational school.

3. SCHOLARSHIP PROCESS:

-Written application, essay, and additional requested documentation.

4. TYPE OR PRINT LEGIBLY: Illegible Applications will be Returned.

5. POINT OF CONTACT: If you have any questions about the application, please contact Juan Barrera at jbarrera757@gmail.com or at 703.477.4681 or  visit The Office and Advancement & Public Relations at Holy Cross of San Antonio.

6. NOTIFICATION OF AWARD DECISIONS: Applicants will be notified of award decision by Friday, May 16, 2014.

David Vega exemplified the essence of what a Holy Cross student aspires to be: Studious, Outgoing, Respectful of Others, and Passionate about giving back. Raised by immigrant parents of Mexican descent on the west side of San Antonio, David attended Holy Cross from 1984 until his untimely death in January, 1986. David was an all-around student, friend, and son. He played football, basketball and ran track and was seen as an all-around athlete. In the classroom, David excelled in math, physics and chemistry. As a friend, David was close to many of his classmates and many called him their brother. After high school, David aspired to be the first in his family to attend college. He had aspirations of becoming an engineer and working for a large company an helping out his family.

David’s legacy reminds us that anyone, regardless of background, can achieve great things with a combination of passion, a plan and a great attitude. We remember David today as we follow the Holy Cross Code.

A DAY OF GIVING: MAY 6TH HOLY CROSS WILL PARTICIPATE IN THE BIG GIVE S.A. #biggivesa #HCbiggivesa #supportHC

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May 012014
 

HOLY CROSS OF SAN ANTONIO

24 hours of community giving.

One incredible chance to shape San Antonio’s future.

If you live S.A. then give S.A.

On May 6th, San Antonio will come together for 24 hours of nonprofit giving during the Big Give S.A. It is San Antonio’s first ever giving day, and it is your chance to make a real impact, as part of the family and larger San Antonio community.

All you have to do is commit to donating to Holy Cross of San Antonio, a Catholic College Preparatory Middle and High School, through this link: BIG GIVE S.A. PLEDGE TO HOLY CROSS OF SAN ANTONIO. You will be eligible for prize money and matching dollar opportunities.

With your support, you enable Holy Cross to continue offering a quality Catholic education to students at an affordable rate.

In advance, thank you for making a difference for our students success!

Holy Cross of San Antonio

Office of Advancement & Public Relations

@holycross_sa

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