Holy Cross Newsletter

TIGERS AT A GLANCE

Cleat Week

Monday, March 2, 2026

Baseball (Freshman) vs. Chalmette High School

4:30 p.m., Chalmette High School

Baseball (8th Grade) vs. Archbishop Hannan

5:00 p.m., Coquille

Baseball (Varsity) vs. De La Salle

6:30 p.m., Holy Cross Park

Tuesday, March 3, 2026

Track & Field (JV) Meet

3:00 p.m., Joe Yenni Stadium

Bowling (All Grades) vs. Destrehan

3:10 p.m., Bowlero

Academic Study Hall

3:20–4:20 p.m., HS203

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

5:30 p.m., Holy Cross Park

Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Primary Parent Morning Meeting

8:00 a.m., Dining Hall

Bowling (All Grades)

3:10 p.m., Bowlero

JV vs. Archbishop Rummel

Varsity vs. St. Augustine (Senior Night)

Academic Study Hall

3:20–4:20 p.m., HS203

Baseball (8th Grade) vs. St. Paul's

5:00 p.m., St. Paul's

Baseball (Freshman) vs. Destrehan High School

5:00 p.m., Holy Cross Park

Thursday, March 5, 2026

Bowling (All Grades) vs. Brother Martin

3:10 p.m., Colonial Lanes

Academic Study Hall

3:20–4:20 p.m., HS203

Baseball (Freshman) vs. Archbishop Shaw

5:00 p.m., Holy Cross Park

Holy Cross Cheer Try Outs

5:30 p.m., Student Center Arena

Baseball (Varsity) vs. Belle Chasse High School

6:30 p.m., Cypress Park

Lacrosse vs. Saint Stanislaus

6:30 p.m., Heitmeier Field

Friday, March 6, 2026

Cleat Week Pep Rally

2:30 p.m., Student Center Arena

Holy Cross Signing Day

3:30 p.m., Student Center

Holy Cross Cheer Try Outs

5:30 p.m., Student Center Arena

Baseball (JV) vs. Archbishop Rummel

5:30 p.m., Holy Cross Park

Parent's Night Out

6:00 p.m., Dining Hall (drop off)

Baseball (Varsity) vs. Belle Chasse High School

6:30 p.m., Holy Cross Park

Saturday, March 7, 2026

Wrestling Br. Melchior Club

7:30 a.m., St. Paul's

Baseball (8th grade) vs. Jesuit

11:00 a.m., Holy Cross Park

Baseball vs. Belle Chasse High School

11:00 a.m. JV and 1:30 p.m. Varsity

Cypress Park

Spring Fling Dance

6:00–8:00 p.m. Middle School

8:30–10:30 p.m. High School

Student Center Arena

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

Registration Reminder

The registration fee for returning students will increase after Sunday, March 1, 2026. This fee is due, in full, through Blackbaud Tuition Management at the time of registration.

Cleat Week Spirit Day

On Friday, March 6, students will be allowed to wear their Cleat Week t-shirts with uniform pants and shoes. Our Cleat Week Pep Rally will take place at 2:30 p.m. in the Student Center Arena.

Get Ready for the Spring Fling

Join us Saturday, March 7, for a tropical dance! Middle School will be from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m., with High School following from 8:30 - 10:30 p.m. (school ID required for entrance and attendees locked in from 8:45 - 10:15 p.m.). Tickets are $20 and cash only. Girls from area schools are invited. So, grab your friends and let's have some fun!

Parent's Night Out

Back by popular demand! Parents, take a night off! Go on a date, go bowling with other parents from your son's class, or just enjoy some peace and quiet. We’ll make sure the boys are having fun with friends here at Holy Cross! Students in grades PreK through 7th are invited. We also welcome siblings (age 4+) to join in the fun. More information, including the registration link, will be emailed directly to you soon. The DEADLINE to register is Thursday, March 5, at 3:30 p.m.

Pizza, snacks, and drinks will be served. Members of our Student Council will assist in supervised, safe, fun with friends while we attend the HC baseball game!

Join Us for Family Day

Join the Holy Cross Faith Community 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.

FREE Tuition Drawing

Pre-register now for a chance to win one of three $1,000 tuition credits! One eligible family from grades 8–11, 5–7, and Pre-K–4 will be selected. This nontransferable tuition credit will be applied to the 2026-2027 school year. This tuition drawing will take place at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 14. Winners must be present at that time. Act fast! The deadline to register for the tuition drawing is tomorrow, Friday, February 27, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.

Crawfish Wristband and Tuition Drawing Registration

The crawfish wristband increase will happen soon. Get yours before the prices go up!

Crawfish Boil Team Registration

Two team spots remain, register today!

Get Ready for the 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!

Book Today & Extend the Evening

As a bonus this year, arrangements have been made for a special block of rooms at the Hilton Garden Inn New Orleans Convention Center. Enjoy the convenience of walking across the courtyard to extend your night at the hotel lounge and keep the party going! Just mention that you are with the Holy Cross Gold & Blue Gala at Generations Hall when booking. The deadline to book your room under the Holy Cross special rate block is tomorrow, Friday, February 27.

Book Your Room

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.