Holy Cross Newsletter

TIGERS AT A GLANCE

Monday, May 5, 2025

Senior Exams - F & G Periods

8:00 – 10:45 a.m.

Golf (Varsity) State Tournament

Farm d'Allie, Lafayette

Track & Field Banquet

6:00 p.m., HC Dining Hall

Science Fair Parent Meeting

6:30 p.m., Watson Family Theatre

Tuesday, May 6, 2025

Senior Exams - C & D Periods

8:00 – 10:45 a.m.

Golf (Varsity) State Tournament

Farm d'Allie, Lafayette

Middle School Spring Choir Concert

6:00 p.m., Watson Family Theatre

Wednesday, May 7, 2025

Senior Exams - A & B Periods

9:30 a.m. – 12:05 p.m.

Concordia Choir Coffee House Music Night

6:00 p.m., Watson Family Theatre

Thursday, May 8, 2025

Senior Exams - E Period

9:30 – 10:45 a.m.

Scholars & AP Capstone Program Banquet

6:00 p.m., HC Dining Hall

Men's Club Meeting

6:30 p.m., The Huddle

Friday, May 9, 2025

Primary Prayer Service (PK – 4)

2:40 – 3:00 p.m., HC Dining Hall

Saturday, May 10, 2025

Varsity Spring Football Intrasquad

9:00 a.m., HC Heitmeier Field

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

8th–11th Grade Students Enrolled in Honors-level Science Classes for the 2025-2026 School Year

Please join us for an informational meeting about the science fair program and how to best support your son in completing a successful project!

Monday, May 5, 6:30 p.m.

Watson Family Theater

Mrs. Lavender and Dr. Schilling will review important aspects of the semester-long project and share strategies for choosing topics, acquiring materials, and presenting projects. Parents and students are welcome!

Please RSVP, or request the materials HERE.

Pre-Order your 2025-2026

School Supplies

The Holy Cross Parents’ Club is offering pre-ordered school supply kits for the 2025-26 school year for PreK through 7th grade. It’s super easy to purchase online with 1st Day School Supplies through our customized site http://1stdayschoolsupplies.com/gs/44243.

The indvidually boxed supplies for students will be delivered to Holy Cross School in time for the start of the school year. This is an optional convenience for families. Orders are due by July 1, 2025.

POPS Concert

The team at Fox 8 welcomed Holy Cross School in the studio this morning to discuss our upcoming POPS Concert and our music program. Watch the segment HERE.

We invite everyone to come enjoy the talents of these amazing students, support a thriving program, and get a first-hand look at how music education can shape every scholar.

The POPS Concert is this Saturday, May 3 at the Student Center beginning at 5 pm. Advance tickets are still available through the ticket portal. Tickets will also be available at the door for $30. Enjoy a night of popular Broadway music from the Tiger Band, Bengal Band, and Concordia Choir, and support the future musicians of our city!

Textbook and Library Books End-of-Year Procedure for Students

SENIORS: All textbooks and library books must be returned by the end of day on Thursday, May 8. All obligations must be cleared to participate in the graduation ceremony.

7th GRADERS: All textbooks and library books must be returned by the end of day Tuesday, May 13. All obligations must be cleared to participate in the pinning ceremony.

5th – 11th GRADERS: All textbooks and library books must be returned or paid for by 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 22. Holy Cross School will accept payment using exact cash, check, or by calling Sue Ducros at 504-942-2430.

No refunds will be issued.

Device Return Schedule

As we approach the end of the school year, we would like to provide you with important information regarding the return of school-furnished laptops.

To keep the process smooth and organized, students are expected to return their devices to the Technology Office following the schedule outlined below. We appreciate your partnership in helping us maintain our technology program and ensuring all devices are returned in good condition.

7th Grade: Devices must be returned by Tuesday, May 13, 2025, immediately following the last exam.

Bus Riders in 5th, 6th, 8th Grades, 9th - 11th (in this order): Devices must be returned by Thursday, May 22, 2025, immediately following the last exam between 9:15 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.

9th - 11th Grade: Devices must be returned after Middle School students and 8th grade on Thursday, May 22, 2025, or on Friday, May 23, 2025, from 6:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., and 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Please note the following key points regarding the return process:

Students or parents must return the device. Devices may not be turned in by another student or by another parent not listed on TigerNet as a parent or guardian of the student.

Returning students will be reissued the same device when they return in August.

Only the laptop itself will be turned in. Students should keep their laptop sleeves and chargers at home during the summer.

Join us for our next Men's Club Meeting

The Holy Cross Men’s Club was founded to promote the spiritual well-being of the men of Holy Cross School, assist and encourage club members to actively participate in school activities, and perform other special projects that promote or contribute to the general welfare of our Holy Cross School & Community.

All men are invited to join in their final meeting of the 2024-2025 school year on Thursday, May 8, at 6:30 p.m. in The Huddle.

Experience the Summer at Holy Cross!

Give your child an unforgettable summer with a camp experience like no other!

Holy Cross offers a summer camp and summer programs for boys and girls ages 4-12. From arts and crafts, and water days to music and athletics, there is something for everyone!

Act fast though because space is limited. Click the button below to explore all summer offerings and registration.

Camp Registration

Summer Camp Fees:

Registration:

$50/per camper if received on or after May 1st.

Camp Costs:

1 camper - $440 per session

2+ campers - $420 per session/camper

Explore our Specialty Camps!

From May 27 to August 1, we have several specialty camps for your campers to continue the fun here at Holy Cross!

STEM, Baseball, Robotics, Football, Science, Soccer, and more! Learn the fundamentals that these camps offer and gain new skills. Make it a summer to remember by registering today.

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