Dear Cougar Family-

We are excited to announce that Gross Catholic is embarking on a campaign to improve our school, and we need your support now more than ever. The “Our Legacy, Their Tomorrow” campaign is a bold investment in the future of Gross Catholic High School. 

As we look ahead, we must strengthen the foundation that supports our students every day. This campaign focuses on improving our campus infrastructure — including the retaining wall, fire panel, chiller, and parking lot — strengthening our financial health by eliminating debt, and enhancing our classrooms with updated furniture, fresh paint, and improved lighting.

We are grateful to share that during the silent phase of the campaign, we have already secured $2 million in commitments toward our $4 million goal. This remarkable momentum reflects the deep belief in our mission and our students.

Now, we need the partnership, love, care, and support of our stakeholders more than ever. Your gifts of time, talent, and treasure will help us secure a strong, stable, and vibrant future for generations to come. Please look for information detailing our campaign on our website and in the mail. I urge you to join us in this noble venture. The students and staff of Gross Catholic are worthy of investment. With your help, I am confident that we can reach our goal.



With Blessings-

Stephen P. Eubanks

President

Cougar Community

Gross Catholic in the News: Gross Catholic offers associate degree program

There are tremendous things going on at Gross Catholic. We need to share our good news! Click on the button below to read the article in the Catholic Voice about our Dux Esto Academy.  

Counselor's Corner

We are looking for a little help!

Parents, we are looking for donations for prizes for the student council bowling night on Sunday, March 29th. We are happy to take cash donations or $10 gift cards. (Cash donations will be used to purchase $10 gift cards)

If you would like to help, you can send donations to school to be given to Mrs. McNamara. Thank you for your generosity! 

We did this same thing last year and the kids had a great time. They loved winning the gift cards!

If you are not able to donate, that's ok! We are grateful you share your awesome kids with us at Gross Catholic! 

If you have questions please contact Mrs. McNamara at jmcnamara@gcgmail.org

Important Dates for Seniors!

Deadline to submit Scholarships for Recognition Day:  Wednesday April 8th.

Keep submitting scholarships even AFTER this date! Additional scholarships will be listed in the graduation program.

• Recognition Day: Tuesday, April 28th
• Senior Exams: Monday May 4th - Wednesday May 6th
• Deadline to submit Scholarship and College/Career Info for Graduation Program: Wednesday May 6th
• Baccalaureate Mass: Friday May 15th
• Graduation: Monday May 18th

Freshman Parents

We have an exciting scholarship opportunity for freshman students to apply for a $1,000 scholarship off tuition. This scholarship is available only for Gross Catholic students who are currently freshmen and who will be sophomores in the 2026-2027 school year. One scholarship will be awarded and presented at Recognition Day on April 28, 2026.

Criteria to apply:

- Must be an incoming sophomore at Gross Catholic for the 2026-2027 school year.

- Freshman year GPA of 2.5 or higher.

- Participation in two or more extra curricular activities.

All freshmen were sent the link to apply last week. The application is due on March 20, 2026.

Please let me know if you have any questions! 

Sincerely,

Kayla Van Haute ‘18

School Counselor

kvanhaute@gcgmail.org

Campus Ministry

Did you know that you are always welcome to join us for Mass?

We have all-school Mass at 10:35 AM on most Fridays when we are in school. Check the weekly calendar and join us!

Friday, March 27 is our all-school Mission Day.

This is a day of reflection, prayer, and community. This year we are bringing in a special speaker, and we would love to have you join us! Scott from Guadalupe Missions (https://guadalupemissions.org/) will share with us the love of Christ through the gift of His mother Mary. We will discover how St. Juan Diego's "yes" to the will of Lord changed the Americas and the world. Scott will give the same talk two times: 8-9:30 AM and 9:35-11:05 AM. We will also have Reconciliation from 11:15-12:45.

Field Day is Wednesday, April 1

As we celebrate another year of growing as a Cougar family, we welcome the Class of 1976, celebrate the sacrifice of the Mass, and compete in the final games of year as the Cougar Cup is awarded at the conclusion of the day. Stay tuned for information about a special catered lunch. In the meantime, please help your students locate their House tee-shirts. If they need a new shirt, they can purchase one for $15 in Campus Ministry.

Heart Ministry & FRESH Floral

Heart Ministry provides food, healthcare, and a way forward to people severely affected by poverty in the Omaha area. This program is near and dear to our hearts. In fact, twice a month throughout the school year, our Seniors serve at the pantry. In addition to the pantry resources, FRESH Floral is a community-minded social enterprise of the Heart Ministry Center. This means that every purchase at Fresh Floral supports the mission of this nonprofit organization in North Omaha, which aims to provide food, healthcare, and a way forward to individuals severely affected by poverty in the Omaha area.

You can assist this important work by purchasing your student's Prom flowers from FRESH Floral. 

Athletics & Activities News

It is officially SHOW MONTH and we are delighted to invite you to see our Spring musical, Peter Pan and Wendy: A Musical by Alyn Cardarelli and Steve Goers. Click here for our Save the Date with our performance times and the link for purchasing tickets!

Follow us on Instagram @g.c.theatre if you'd like a "behind-the-scenes" view of our production process!

We are deeply grateful for your support and look forward to seeing YOU in the audience!

--G.C. Theatre Department 

President: Connor Foster

Vice President: Nathan Foster

Secretary: Miley Morrissey

Social Media: Avasophia Young

Director: Miss Cervantes - scervantes@gcgmail.org

Gross Catholic Strength and Conditioning Camp 2026

For 7th and 8th graders

March 17th- March 26th Tuesdays & Thursdays

$75 per athlete

This camp will teach athletes how to properly and safely lift weights as well as work on speed agility, and change of direction. This is a great way to prepare for the summer workouts that incoming freshmen athletes participate in with their teammates. Camp will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:15-5:15 pm in the Health and conditioning center. This camp is capped at 50 participants so don’t wait to sign up!

Please arrive in athletic attire (shorts/t-shirt/tennis shoes) Please contact Coach Stanesick with any questions: stanesick@gcgmail.org