May 222015
 

2015 COMPUTER SCIENCE SUMMER CAMP AT ST. MARY’S UNIVERSITY

Interested in a Computer Science Summer Camp?

Applicants must be a current year, Junior-High School 8th or, High School 9th & 10th students.

For more information, please click on the application HERE.

May 222015
 

Holy Cross of San Antonio

Position Description

Assistant Director of Institutional Advancement and Enrollment

Department: Advancement and Enrollment

DESCRIPTION

The Assistant Director of Institutional Advancement and Enrollment reports to the Executive Director of Institutional Advancement and Enrollment. The Assistant Director will coordinate alumni relations, communications and events for the purpose of fundraising. The Assistant Director will also coordinate enrollment activities and processes and perform various administrative duties.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Assist as a school liaison to the Alumni Board and assist the alumni board w/soliciting funds for scholarships.
  • Plan, direct and execute programs in concert with the Alumni Board of Directors to help meet the fundraising and alumni relations goals.
  • Serve as contact person for alumni, parents and others interested in information, services and programs related to alumni.
  • Build an active class-based volunteer structure to better involve and engage members of the alumni body.
  • Assist with Holy Cross’ student recruitment efforts that result in meeting targeted goals for enrolled students.
  • Educate graduating students about alumni benefits and engage them in programs
  • Partner with the Director of Guidance to plan the growth and accessibility of career networking services for students and alumni.
  • Coordinate and execute effective student recruitment and outreach events.
  • Assist with admissions data entry, coordinate student/parent interviews, and other functions necessary for the admissions selection process.
  • Coordinate and execute effective student recruitment and outreach events including, but not limited to Open House, parent information nights, Pastors Breakfast, school tours, and shadow days.
  • Coordinate media purchases for the school to include: TV, Radio, Internet and Print Ads.
  • Attend all leadership team meetings and retreats.
  • Assist with the development of a budget and manage expenses to meet the goals and objectives of the program within budget restrictions.
  • Oversee two annual fund campaigns; one each semester.
  • Plan, facilitate, and assist in coordinating all efforts for the annual Presidents’ Blue and Gold Gala.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director, Principal, and/or President of Holy Cross.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • 1-2 years’ experience with fundraising and/or student enrollment
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel
  • Preferred: Experience with Donor Connect and/or Greater Giving Software

HOW TO APPLY: Mail or E-mail a current resume and cover letter:

ATTN: Office of Advancement & Enrollment

426 N. San Felipe St., San Antonio, TX 78228

Or E-mail: aida.manganiello@holycross-sa.org

May 222015
 

Why Summer Reading? (A message from your librarian)

While students may groan at the thought of our summer reading list, know that all of us at Holy Cross have their best interest at heart.  Did you know that students who don’t continue reading during the summer, can lose as much as a year’s reading level? You can read the benefits of summer reading in the article: Summer Reading Programs Boost Student Achievement on the School Library Journal.

Parents, I urge you to push your children to read this summer, past the required summer reading.  Here are some ideas:

1)      We are blessed with a wonderful public library system. Check out the summer reading programs at your nearby branch.  The Central Library just opened a fantastic area for teens!   Go to http://www.mysapl.org/ for information on what’s happening all over town.

2)      Model reading for your kids.  Do you read the newspaper, books, explore topics on the internet?  This has a powerful effect on your children.

3)      Visit bookstores like Barnes and Noble and Half Price Books.  You don’t even have to buy anything. They love for people to just browse and read.

4)      Try our ebook library – just download the app for MackinVIA on your smart phone.  Pick Holy Cross of San Antonio. Username is the student’s ID number, Password is hcosa.  We have about 100 ebooks and audio books just waiting for your student to self-checkout.

5)      Reward them!   “Incentives” are always helpful.

Please email me if you have any questions or to tell me your success with your children!  They may also email me about the great books they are reading. (Karen.braeuler@holycross-sa.org) Have a blessed summer.

– Mrs. Karen Braeuler

May 222015
 

Library Databases – For use all year long!

You can access our library databases, including the World Book Online, by going to our Library Homepage.

Here are the directions:

Go to the Holy Cross website http://holycross-sa.org

Hover cursor on Academics, click on Library Resources, click on Library Homepage.

Click on any database.  All usernames and passwords are: hcosa

Please notice all the links available for your use!  If you have questions email your librarian:

Karen.braeuler@holycross-sa.org

HC KNIGHTS CHOSEN TO PLAY IN THE VALLEY HI OPTIMIST BASEBALL CLASSIC

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May 222015
 

HC KNIGHTS CHOSEN TO PLAY IN THE VALLEY HI OPTIMIST BASEBALL CLASSIC

Congratulations to our the Knight baseball team members, Christopher Rodriguez ’15, Gustavo Aguirre ’15, and Agustin Gutierrez ’16 who were selected to play in the Valley Hi Optimist Baseball Classic.

The 32nd Annual Valley Hi Optimist all star baseball game will be held on Tuesday, June 2, 2015. The game will be held at Tejeda Sports Complex, at 6:00 p.m.

Congratulations to Christopher Rodriguez ’15 and Gustavo Aguirre ’15!!

On June 22, 2015 the Texas Select All Star Showcase will take place at Nelson W. Wolff Municipal Stadium.

Congratulations to Christopher Rodriguez ’15 and Agustin Gutierrez ’16!!

Please come out and support our Knights!

Thank you

May 212015
 

SUMMER JOB OPPORTUNITY

We would like to invite Holy Cross students to apply for a summer job at our two McDonald’s locations closest  to Holy Cross:

McDonald’s at 1846 S. General McMullen – close to Kennedy High School, and

McDonald’s at 2316 SW 36th St., corner of 36th St. and Hwy 90

We offer complete training in Hospitality and Team Work, flexible schedules, and up to $2,000 in college tuition.

Starting pay is $8.25 per hour and students must be 16 years of age or older.

Students can apply at these two locations beginning Tuesday, May 26 from 9 am to 3 pm and every Tuesday thereafter.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me on my cell at 210-387-9122 or my email acostar@satx.rr.com.  We look forward to working with Holy Cross Students.

Sincerely,

RICHARD ACOSTA

Owner/Operator

Alumni Tournament News

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May 202015
 

Sunday Mass

On Sunday, May 24th, during the Alumni Softball Tournament, we will celebrate mass in the convocation center at 12:00pm. We’d like to invite all alumni, families, and friends to join us.

Parking Permits

There are still parking permits available. If you’re interested, call the business office at 210-433-1611 to pay by phone. $50 and $70 slots available. Permits will be distributed on Friday at the concession stand between 6:30pm -8:30pm.

Holy Cross of San Antonio Golf Classic

Date: November 6, 2015 @ The Republic
For more information: David Fuentes 210-667-5662

May 182015
 

GRADUATION REMINDERS

Monday, May 18th

7:00 pm  -8th Grade Mass and Graduation Ceremony –  HC Convocation Center

Tuesday, May 19th

7:00 pm -Senior Baccalaureate Mass –  HC Convocation Center

Wednesday, May 20th

10:00 am -Graduation Rehearsal – Laurie Auditorium

7:00 pm -Senior Graduation Ceremony – Laurie Auditorium

**** Please note that doors open at 6:00 p.m. for 8th Grade Graduation, Senior Baccalaureate Mass, and Senior Graduation Ceremony.