Holy Cross Newsletter

TIGERS AT A GLANCE

Boosterthon Fun Run Week

Teacher Appreciation Week

Monday, April 7, 2025

Baseball (JV) vs. Archbishop Rummel

4:00 p.m., HC West Field

Baseball (Varsity) vs. Warren Easton

6:30 p.m., HC West Field

Tuesday, April 8, 2025

Half Day for Students - 12:05 p.m. dismissal

Golf (Varsity) vs. Archbishop Rummel

3:30 p.m., Bayou Oaks at City Park (home)

Baseball (Freshman) vs. Archbishop Rummel

4:30 p.m., Archbishop Rummel

Baseball (7th Blue) vs. The Willow School

5:45 p.m., LaSalle Park #2 (away)

Battle of the Boards

for 8th-12th grade students only with

pre-purchased bands

6:00-8:00 p.m., Mount Carmel Academy

Student Center

Baseball (Varsity) vs. Archbishop Rummel

6:30 p.m., HC West Field

Wednesday, April 9, 2025

3rd grade Parent Lunch

12:20 p.m., HC Dining Hall

Baseball (5th & 6th) vs. Christian Brothers

4:00 p.m., The Fly, Field B (away)

Baseball (7th)

4:00 p.m. Gold vs. John Curtis, LaSalle Park #1

4:10 p.m. Blue vs. Trinity, LaSalle Park #2

2023-2024 Academic Awards Ceremony and 2024-2025 Honors Society Inductions

5:30 p.m., HC Student Center

Baseball (8th) vs. Jesuit

5:30 p.m., John Ryan Stadium

Thursday, April 10, 2025

4th grade Parent Lunch

12:20 p.m., HC Dining Hall

Middle School Track & Field Meet

3:15 p.m., St. Martin's

Golf (Varsity) vs. Brother Martin

3:30 p.m., Chateau Golf and Country Club (away)

Men's Club Meeting

6:30 p.m., HC Dining Hall

Baseball (JV) vs. Jesuit

6:30 p.m., John Ryan Stadium

Baseball Senior Night (Varsity) vs. Edna Karr

6:30 p.m., HC West Field

Friday, April 11, 2025

Mass - Lenten Mass

9:00 a.m., HC Student Center

Senior Alumni Luncheon and Alumnus of the Year

11:00 a.m., The Cannery

Senior Prom

8:00 p.m., The Moore

Saturday, April 12, 2025

Baseball (Varsity) vs. Edna Karr

4:30 p.m., Skelly Rupp Stadium

Holy Cross Sports Hall of Fame Ceremony

5:30 p.m., HC Dining Hall

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

Reminder for Tuesday, April 8, 2025

Next Tuesday, April 8, 2025, students in grades 5-12 will be dismissed at 12:05 p.m. Carpool for students in grades PK-4 will begin at 11:50 a.m.

There will be no aftercare or lunch service.

Students in grades 8-11 will take the pre-ACT/ACT beginning at 8 a.m. For grades 5-7, the schedule is GAB.

Grandparents Day Mass

Our special Grandparents Day Mass celebration is this Saturday, April 5. We are looking forward to seeing all of our PK–12 Holy Cross Grandparents. As a reminder, the doors of the HC Student Center will open at 8:30 a.m., and our liturgy will begin at 9:00 a.m. with pictures by Pat Garin Photographer and refreshments in The Huddle afterwards.

Students do not need to wear their school uniforms to Mass, but are encouraged to wear their Sunday best.

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:

$35/per camper before May, 1st and $50/per camper if received on or after May 1st.

Camp Costs:

1 camper - $440 per session

2+ campers - $420 per session/camper

2025-2026 Financial Aid& Scholarships Information

Reminder to all parents & guardians who have applied for financial aid and scholarships for the 25-26 school year:

All applications must be completed and fully verified in the Blackbaud Financial Aid system by April 15th for your student to be considered for an award for the upcoming school year. Due to the level of responses to this program, we are unable to extend the deadline. For those who have applied and are verified by the April 15th deadline, you will receive notification no later than May 15th.

Introducing a new scholarship opportunity available for Louisiana families - the LA GATOR Scholarship Program.

This program is Louisiana's first Education Scholarship Account (ESA), which offers eligible students the opportunity to receive funding for approved educational services. To learn more and read the full letter, click HERE.

Holy Cross Tigers Fun Run is Approaching!

Calling all Pre-K through 7th graders, get excited! Our school is once again hosting the Holy Cross Tigers Fun Run on Wednesday, April 16, 2025.

We will officially kick off the event this Monday, April 7! This Pre-K through 7th-grade event is sure to be an unforgettable experience for all students. Registration is now open.

Get the fun started by signing up at MyBooster.com, and get ready for the Holy Cross Tigers Fun Run!

Dates to Remember:

Fundraiser Kickoff in school - Monday, April 7

Holy Cross Tigers Fun Run Event Day - Wednesday, April 16

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 next meeting on Thursday, April 10, at 6:30 p.m. in the HC Dining Hall.

News Not to be Missed

Holy Cross School Announces Transition in Basketball Program

Holy Cross School is pleased to announce changes to its storied basketball program. Coach Mister Kirkwood has made the decision that he has completed his tenure as Holy Cross Basketball Head Coach.

Holy Cross School Announces New Wrestling Head Coach

Holy Cross School is pleased to announce that Grant Hughes has been appointed as Wrestling Head Coach effective for the 2025-2026 school year.

Holy Cross School Hosts its Annual Gold and Blue Gala

Holy Cross School kicked off its annual Gold and Blue Gala. The evening began on Saturday, March 29, 2025 with a festive Patron Party situated at Rosie’s on the Roof with a backdrop view of downtown New Orleans

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