Congratulations to Samuel Moreno who signed on to attend Oklahoma Panhandle State University! He is the recipient of a full baseball scholarship. To watch the ceremony held on April 19 click this link: SAMUEL MORENO SIGNING DAY
May 102013
May 102013
Dear Knights,
Please note the following important dates.
May 15
Alumni Tournament sponsor form deadline. Submit by end of business day. Contact Juan Barrera, ‘88 at 703-477-4681; jbarrera757@gmail.com
May 16
Holy Cross Alumni Tournament Captains’ Meeting 7:00 PM Cafeteria. Please send your representative(s) and entry contribution.
May 24
Holy Cross Alumni Tournament Kick-off event / Convocation Center 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM – FREE refreshments, music, light snacks
May 24-26
Holy Cross Memorial Day Weekend Softball Tournament – School grounds. Parking is still available but going fast, please contact Augie Gutierrez ’90 at 210-268-3736 for parking details and reservations.
Holy Cross Alumni Association
May 082013
The Holy Cross community expresses our condolences to the Pelayo and Garcia family on their recent loss.
Please pray for the repose of the soul of Ms. Norma Garcia. She is aunt to 8th grader, Marissa Pelayo. The viewing begins at 1 p.m. on .Wed., May 8 and the Rosary will be held at 7 p.m. on Wed., May 8 at Castillo Funeral Home.
May she rest in peace.
May 062013
Please take a moment to watch UNIVISION’s coverage of the Ceremony held on Mon., May 6.
Bianca Rosas Gates Millennium Scholar 2013 – UNIVISION’S Coverage
May 062013
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May 3, 2013
Dear Knights,
I hope you are well and getting ready for this year’s Memorial Day Tournament. This is a reminding note that the captains’ meeting is scheduled for May 16th at 7:00 p.m. in the school cafeteria. We are looking for a great turnout. We are establishing a Lady Knights Tournament this year and have had a great response. We are encouraging as many teams as possible to pay the entry before the May 16th date, if possible. We currently have 6 teams paid with 21 commitments. We are at a very good point for this year’s event. I look forward to meeting with you on May 16th. Please forward this note to all those concerned.
Sincerely,
Paul Martinez, 1984
Alumni President
Paul Martinez, 1984
Alumni President
PS/ Lady Knights Tournament – Please attend the captains’ meeting or call Andy Alanis 210-415-5252 or Benny Martinez 210-204-3231 for more information.
May 032013
Mayor Julián Castro hosted the signing ceremony for San Antonio graduating seniors in the City of San Antonio on Fri., May 3.
“I believe that we should celebrate academic achievement as much as we do athletic achievement if not more,” said Mayor Castro. “And that’s the reason I started College Week’s Signing Day.”
Holy Cross seniors Bianca Rosas and Robert Gallegos participated in the ceremony held at St. Mary’s University. Ms. Rosas will be attending St. Edward’s University in Austin on a Gates Millennium Scholarship and Robert Gallegos will be attending Texas A&M University – Kingsville.
Ms. Bianca Rosas, Class of 2013
Mr. Robert Gallegos, Class of 2013
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San Antonio Express News published an article about the Catholic educators being honored on Fri., May 3.
CLICK HERE TO READ THE ARTICLE
May 022013
WHO: ALL MEDIA INVITED. The Gates Millennium Scholarship has selected Holy Cross of San Antonio’s senior, Bianca Rosas, making her the third recipient in the school’s history. The Office of Congressman Joaquin Castro has issued a congratulatory letter which will be presented at the official announcement & ceremony. Additionally, Texas Representative Justin Rodriguez has passed a resolution in the scholar’s name and an official announcement will be made.
WHAT: Holy Cross of San Antonio’s senior, Bianca Rosas, is named the Gates Millennium Scholar 2013. Out of 54,000 applicants, she is one of 1,000 talented students nationwide selected for this distinguished and highly competitive scholarship which will cover her Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctoral degrees. Ms. Rosas will be attending St. Edward’s University in Austin and pursuing her degrees in public health.
WHEN: 9 a.m., Mon., May 6
WHERE: Holy Cross’ Convocation Center, 426 N. San Felipe St., San Antonio, TX 78228
WHY: The Gates Millennium Scholars (GMS) Program selects 1,000 talented students each year to receive a good-through-graduation scholarship to use at any college or university of their choice. The GMS provides scholars with personal and professional development through leadership programs along with academic support throughout their college career.
Bianca Rosas Bio:
- Second out of 66 seniors, Class of 2013
- Scheduled to graduate from Holy Cross of San Antonio on May 22, 2013
- Member of the Holy Cross Student Knight Ambassador 2012-2013
- Member of the National Honor Society
- Serves as Altar Server Director at Parish and School
- Involved with the Uganda U-Knight Project, a hunger relief effort for Uganda orphaned children
- Served as Teen Director for Teen ACTS
- Daughter of Mr. Andrew and Mrs. Carmen Rosas
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.com or call 210.433.9395.
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EDITOR/PRODUCER NOTE: Interviews will be made available at event.
Apr 252013
Brother Stanley shown with Board members Mr. Rick Aleman and Mr. Robert Ramirez, '67
Brother Stanley Culotta, C.S.C., M.D., President, hosted a Crawfish Fest for the faculty and staff on April 25. Here are some highlights from the gathering.
Thank you Holy Cross faculty and staff for all you do for our students and families.
