Holy Cross Newsletter

TIGERS AT A GLANCE

Monday, March 9, 2026

Book Fair

There will be no aftercare services today for Pre-K through 7th grade

Bowling (All Grades)

3:10 p.m. vs. Jesuit

3:45 p.m. vs. Archbishop Rummel

Bowlero

Baseball (JV) vs. Brother Martin

4:30 p.m., Brother Martin

Parent Teacher Conferences

5:00–7:30 p.m.

Baseball (8th Grade) vs. Covenant Christian

5:30 p.m., Holy Cross Park

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Book Fair

Class and Club Photo Day

8:00–11:00 a.m., Student Center Arena

Academic Study Hall

3:20–4:20 p.m., HS203

Golf (Varsity) vs. St. Augustine

3:45 p.m., Bayou Oaks

Baseball (Varsity) vs. Brother Martin

7:00 p.m., Kirsch Rooney Stadium

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Book Fair

Bowling (All Grades) vs. Denham Springs

3:10 p.m., All Star Bowling

Academic Study Hall

3:20–4:20 p.m., HS203

Golf (Varsity) vs. John Curtis

3:30 p.m., Cypress Park

Baseball (JV) vs. Brother Martin

5:00 p.m., Holy Cross Park

Spring 2026 Europe Departure Meeting

6:00 p.m., Dining Hall

Baseball (8th grade) vs. Brother Martin

6:00 p.m., Brother Martin

2026-2027 WWII in Europe Interest Meeting

6:30 p.m., Dining Hall

Thursday, March 12, 2026

Book Fair

Academic Study Hall

3:20–4:20 p.m., HS203

Lacrosse vs. Catholic High (Baton Rouge)

6:00 p.m., Heitmeier Field

Men's Club Meeting

6:30 p.m., Dining Hall

Baseball (Varsity) vs. Brother Martin

6:30 p.m., Holy Cross Park

Friday, March 13, 2026

Book Fair

Baseball (8th grade) vs. NP Trist Middle School

4:30 p.m., NP Trist Middle School

Baseball (JV) vs. Isidore Newman

6:30 p.m., Avenger Field

Saturday, March 14, 2026

Wrestling Br. Melchior Club

7:30 a.m., TBD

Family Day

10:00a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Baseball (Varsity) vs. John Curtis

1:00 p.m., Harahan Playground

Lacrosse vs. Southside

7:00 p.m., Heitmeier Field

This schedule is subject to change. For the most up-to-date calendar, log in to your TIGERNET account.

Parent Teacher Conferences

Parent teacher conferences will take place on Monday, March 9, 2026, from 5:00–7:30

p.m. Our aftercare services will not be available that day for students in Pre-K–7th grade.

Holy Cross School uses online scheduling so parents can schedule conferences with up to

four teachers. Online registration for grades pre-K through 12 is open and will close at

8:00 p.m. on Friday, March 6, 2026.

If you are unable to attend conferences, please email your son’s teachers directly. Our

teachers will work with you to schedule a call or a meeting at a later time.

Schedule Your Conference

Class and Club Photo Day

Class and Club Photo Day will take place this Tuesday, March 10. Please ensure your sons are neatly groomed and on time so they are in their class and club photos. For more information, please contact the Director of Student Service, Mr. Brian Kitchen.

Cookies for Cancer

We’ve recently kicked off our “Cookies for Cancer” fundraiser supporting Blood Cancer United (formerly the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society). Right now, students who buy a chocolate chip or M&M cookie at lunch are helping our cause as Pigeon Catering is giving a generous percentage to our team's fundraising efforts. They will also sell cookies after Friday afternoon’s Cleat Week Pep Rally for $2 (cash only).

What a great way to indulge and support at the same time!

Holy Cross Book Fair

We are excited to partner with Cavalier House Books for this year's Book Fair hosted by the Parents’ Club. The Book Fair will officially open in the Toomer Library on Monday, March 9, during our Parent Teacher Conferences, for parents to shop.

Students in Pre-K–7th grades will attend the Book Fair during their assigned class time on Tuesday through Friday. Parents are invited to shop with their child during their scheduled time and should check in at the school office. High School students may visit and shop during their lunch period on Tuesday or Thursday. All purchases benefit the classroom libraries and Parents' Club.

Online gift certificates are recommended as the preferred shopping currency. Cash and credit cards will be accepted if a parent is present.

Purchase Online Gift Certificates

Join Us for Family Day Next Saturday!

Join the Holy Cross Faith Community next weekend as we celebrate 60 years of Family Day! In the Spring of 1966, the DiGrado and McCarthy families hosted what has become a memorable annual event for our community. The day will begin with Mass, followed by a special presentation honoring the families that created this highly anticipated tradition, and will continue with music, an all-you-can-eat crawfish cook-off, games, tuition drawing, food, performances, and more!

Family Day

Saturday, March 14, 2026

10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Admission is FREE

All-you-can-eat crawfish requires a wristband purchase.

There is no charge for other event food and beverages provided by Holy Cross School.

Purchase Your Crawfish Wristband

Tickets are Going Fast for our Gold & Blue Gala

Get excited for the most highly anticipated event of the year, the Gold & Blue Gala, presented by The Donald Palmer Charitable Foundation.

We cordially invite you to join us on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Generations Hall to celebrate Holy Cross School. Tickets are going fast!

Purchase Tickets

Patron Party 6:00 p.m.

Gold & Blue Gala 7:00 p.m.

Generations Hall

310 Andrew Higgins Blvd.

New Orleans, LA

Our Gold & Blue Gala will include an evening full of food and drinks, a musical performance by Harvey Jesus, father of David Ancar '01, photography by Pat Garin '75, a live and silent auction, and, back by popular demand, a chance to win $10,000 cash in our Gala Raffle!

Join our Next Men's Club Meeting

The Men’s Club brings together men who share a common goal: to enrich the educational experience of our students while modeling Christian male piety, integrity, generosity, and commitment. Whether you're a new dad or a long-term member of the school community, you’ll find a welcoming place to connect, contribute, and grow. We invite you to learn more about this organization at our next meeting.

Thursday, March 12, at 6:30 p.m., in the Dining Hall

Guest Speaker: Grant Hughes

St. Joseph Altar Donations

On Thursday, March 19, we invite all family and friends to join us in celebrating the Feast of Saint Joseph, Patron Saint of our school, at our 9:00 a.m. Mass in the Student Center Arena. We will follow Mass with the blessing of the Saint Joseph Altar, located on the first floor of the Administration Building.

Last year, our tigers thoroughly enjoyed contributing to our altar, and we are excited to do it again! Below is a list of the items we need.

Items:

Cookies – Pre-K, K, and 5^th grade

Cakes – 1^st, 2^nd, and 6^th grades

Fresh Flowers – 3^rd, 4^th, and 7^th grades

Fresh Fruit – 3^rd, 4^th, and 8^th through 12^th grades

Fresh Vegetables – 8^th through 12^th grades

Italian Bread – 8^th through 12^th grades

Financial Assistance – donations accepted from any grade level

We will start collecting donations on Monday, March 16, through Wednesday, March 18. Items will be collected during carpool or can be dropped off at the school offices. Families wishing to add a framed image of a deceased loved one to this year’s altar may drop it off during donation collection. Please tape a note to the back of the frame with your son’s first and last name and grade level. Images will be available for pickup after the altar dismantling on Thursday, March 19, or from the Middle and Primary School Office on Monday, March 23.

Upon completion of our Feast of Saint Joseph celebration, we are pleased to announce that we are partnering again with Ozanam Inn. All perishable items collected will be donated at the end of the day, Thursday, March 19, providing food for the homeless community. Please contact Mr. Logan Puissegur or Mrs. Natalie Adams with any questions.

Have you registered your child for Summer Camp? Get ready for sunshine, smiles, and summer adventures that await your child! This year's Holy Cross Summer Camp will run from June 1 to July 10 and is open to boys and girls ages 5–12.

Learn more about Holy Cross Summer Camp and Programs, and give your child a summer to remember! Register today to get your spot before it's gone!

Visit the Holy Cross Spirit Shop Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.