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2/3/2012

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2/3 Morning Announcements

2/3/2012

Attention Juniors.. There is a change in today's Boys To Men Activities. Due to the weather and the expected rain, you will be dismissed at 10:40am and will report under the Oaks to meet up with your 7th grade brother for lunch. However, after lunch you will return to class for 4th period which is at 12:35pm. Again you will report back to class for the last period of the day. Also, you are to remain in your school uniform. DO NOT CHANGE OUT OF YOUR UNIFORM FOR THE LUNCHEON. We apologize for the inconvenience but the weather dictates the change. We would ask that for today's pep rally, you find and meet up with your little brother and sit with each other to enjoy the pep rally together as an extra Boys To Men Activity.

Coach Jackson's G and A period class please report to the student center for class.

Attention Coach Jackson's religion students. Don't forget you need to be at school on Monday at 7:15am to help set up for mass.

Attention 7th graders your retreat will be this today.
Immediately following homeroom you are to report to the wrestling room.

These students need to come to the library with their overdue books.
Brandon Jones
David Luke
Dylan Powers
Gregory Parker
Jerry Cook
Lane Palmisano
Larry Barabino
Nicholas aperwhite
Richard Saavedra
Spencer Fox

Myles Reaux Come pick up your science in the library. It has been here for a week.

All students absent yesterday must report to the office at this time with your attendance note.

The following students should report to the high school office at this time:
Gavin Sison
Kendaul Bailey
Carl Burckel
Gibson Tomeny
Cole Rouzano
John Landry

The JV Baseball Tigers opened up their pre-season schedule with a 7-1 victory over the John Ehret Patriots. The Tigers dominated the game, riding a stellar pitching performance. Andrew Scherer, Garrett Schaff, Christian Volion, Zack Cavalier, and Austin Jobe combined to strike out 13 batters and only allow 1 hit through 7 innings. The Tigers were led at the plate by Chip Bonura and Connor Caminita. Bonura collected 2 hits while Caminita had a hit and 3 RBI's on the day. Greg Raynal and Logan Taravella each had a hit and an RBI. The JV Tigers will continue their pre-season next Friday, taking on John Curtis, here at Holy Cross.

The following students need to report to Guidance to meet with Ms. Karen immediately following the announcements: Porter Dazet, Ronald Harris, and Vernell Mangum.

Today's schedule is EFGA and today we are on an afternoon assembly schedule with a pep rally in the afternoon.

Tomorrow is the day. That's right tomorrow is Pajama Jam. There are no parades so this is the perfect way to spend your Saturday night. The dance is from 8-11pm in the Student Center with a lock in from 9:00pm -10:30pm for the 8th grade and high school grade levels, as well as all the area Catholic High Girls Schools. Please note: any girl who comes to the dance must be from an area catholic girl school unless she is your date for the dance.. and guys.. You can only have one date. However, if you chose to bring numerous friends they must be from one of the area catholic girl schools. Anyone else will be turned away. Cost of the dance will be only $5 per person. We will be crowning the Pajama Jam King and Queen for those with the most creative pajama's on. However, make sure you visit our website for further information and the dress code policy. Also remember, the Huddle will be open for you to purchase food, drinks, and snacks as well as Pat Garin will be available to purchase formal pictures.

Attention middle school students in 5th - 7th grade.
Your Sock Hop is next week on Feb. 11th from 8-10pm in the Student Center. Visit our website for further information and the dress code policy. You are allowed to bring a friend or guest to the dance so bring one, two, or however many your mom and dad want to pack in the car. Holy Cross 5th - 7th graders are encouraged to invite the girls they know that are in 5th - 7th grade as well to come and enjoy the fun. Cost of the dance will be $5 per person.

Attention 9th graders and 10th graders. The semi-formal dance will be a combination 9th and 10th grade dance based on feedback from the different grade levels. The dance will be held April 13th in the Atrium of the Student Center. The dance will be a coat and tie dance. Preorder tickets will go on sale Monday. Again, Mr. Ferry is taking payments starting this Monday in the Student Activities Office. You will have one week to purchase tickets. If enough students purchase tickets, we will have the dance. All money will be refunded if the dance is canceled. We will need to have over 70% percent attendance to hold the dance. If you have any questions, please see Mr. Ferry.

Attention Students:
The Student Activities Office and Athletics is teaming up through the Spirit Shop. The Tiger Den shirts are on sale for $15. If you purchase a Tiger Den shirt, you will also receive a Holy Cross Head Sweatband for free. That's right, two items for the price of one. If you have already purchased a Tiger Den shirt, bring your shirt to the Spirit Shop to pick up your free headband. Again, you must bring your shirt with you to receive your headband. Anyone who purchased a headband already, can purchase a Tiger Den shirt for only $10. You must bring your headband to get the discounted price on the shirt. See Mr. Ferry, Mr. Bujol, or Mrs. Boudreaux in the Spirit Shop.

Wrestling Programs and Basketball Programs are available in the Spirit Shop.

Next week will be PIN Week. PIN week will be a week of fun competitions at the middle school and high school lunch periods to support our wrestling team as they prepare to PIN down their opponents for the State Title. Listen to announcements for further information.

Attention Middle School Bowlers:
Today is your last chance to sign up for the middle school bowling tournament. If you are planning to participate and have not yet emailed Coach Ducote, then you need to do so immediately. If he does not hear from you today, then you will not be able to participate.

Mrs. Falgoust wants these students to come to the library with their overdue books.
Dylan Powers
Gregory Parker
Jerry Cook
Richard Saavedra
Spencer Fox

2/2 Afternoon Announcements

2/2/2012

Attention all New inductees to the National Honor Society:
There will be a brief meeting in Mrs. Lavender’s room A 204 after school on Thursday.

John Landry and Miles Reaux please report to the high school office at this time.

Attention Middle School Bowlers:
If you received a flyer from Coach Ducote about the bowling tournament and are planning to participate, then you need to email him know by tomorrow if you are participating. If he does not hear from you by tomorrow, then your name will be left off the list and you will not be able to participate.

Tomorrow morning in honor of St. Blaise will have the blessing of throats beginning at 7:25am in the huddle. All are encouraged to come out and get blessed.

Attention 7th graders your retreat will be this tomorrow.
Please follow the normal retreat attire - you must wear a Holy Cross Shirt. Any shorts, sweat pants, or jeans are allowed.
No pajama pants, flip flops, crocs, or sandals. You are still required to attend homeroom. Immediately following homeroom you are to report to the Huddle. You will not need your books or laptops on Friday.

Attention all high school students:
Please check your email to see if your counselor has contacted you regarding any course change suggestions. And remember, tomorrow is the last day to change your course requests for next year.

Attention Juniors
After second period, at 10:40am you will report under the oaks for our boys to men luncheon tomorrow with the 7th graders.
You will still attend the first two periods of the day in your school uniform. You may change into retreat attire after lunch.

Attention 8th graders who are interested in Baseball:
Just a reminder that tryouts will be held today @ 5:30pm at HC. Please meet in the right center field bleachers.

Attention 8th Grade students who are interested in trying out for baseball.

Today’s Middle School Test Prep winners are:
5th Grade – Watson
6th Grade – Allerton
7th Grade – Bourque

Congratulations to this week's high bowlers with the Metro Spring League:
Gavin Boesch with a 143 game 51 pins over average, and Cameron Snider with a total series of 353; 41 pins over his total average.

Attention Coach Jackson’s religion students:
Don’t forget you need to be at school on Monday at 7:15am to help set up for mass…

Pick-a-Paw Friday - February 3, 2012

2/2/2012

Friday, February 3, 2012 is PPF! (Pick-a-Paw Friday)

We're collecting donations for the Gold & Blue Gala.

We invite you to drop off your Gala donation in the Alumni Office and have coffee and king cake. We’ll trade a donation for a piece of king cake.

The Alumni Office is located in the Administration Building on the first floor.

Donations can include but are not limited to the following:
Gift certificates to restaurants, coffee shops, salons, spas, clothing stores. Passes to the Zoo, Aquarium, WWII Museum. Jewelry. Accessories. Group painting sessions. Ornaments.
Saints, Hornets, LSU, Tulane items. Tickets to sporting events.

If you have questions concerning donations, contact Shelly Raynal at 504-942-1881.

2/2 Morning Announcements

2/2/2012

All students absent yesterday must report to the office at this time with your attendance note.

The following students should report to the high school office at this time:
Cole Rouzano
Carl Burckel
Bryce Scherer
Kevin Durr
Justin Benton

The following students need to report to Guidance immediately following the announcements: Alex Loicano, Todd Spriggins, Rakem Spencer, Charles Grabert, Nick Koehler and Tanner Guillot.

Attention all students attending the Catholic Schools Mass this morning: please report to the MS office at 9:10am. If you still need to return your permission slip, you may return it to Ms. Claverie at that time. Also, please remember to wear your tie.

Attention Middle School Bowlers:
If you received a flyer from Coach Ducote about the bowling tournament and are planning to participate, then you need to email him as soon as possible letting him know that you are participating. If he does not hear from you by Friday, then your name will be left off the list and you will not be able to participate.

Today's schedule is ABCD.

Pajama Jam is this weekend That's right, this weekend from
8-11:00pm in the Student Center for the 8th grade and high school grade levels, as well as all the area Catholic High Girls Schools. Please note: any girl who comes to the dance must be from an area catholic girl school unless she is your date for the dance.. and guys.. You can only have one date. However, if you chose to bring numerous friends they must be from one of the area catholic girl schools. Anyone else will be turned away. Cost of the dance will be only $5 per person. We will be crowning the Pajama Jam King and Queen for those with the most creative pajama's on. However, make sure you visit our website for further information and the dress code policy. Also remember, the Huddle will be open for you to purchase food, drinks, and snacks as well as Pat Garin will be available to purchase formal pictures.

Attention middle school students in 5th - 7th grade.
Your Sock Hop is next week on Feb. 11th from 8:00pm-10;00pm in the Student Center. Visit our website for further information and the dress code policy. You are allowed to bring a friend or guest to the dance so bring one, two, or however many your mom and dad want to pack in the car. Holy Cross 5th - 7th graders are encouraged to invite the girls they know that are in 5th - 7th grade as well to come and enjoy the fun. Cost of the dance will be $5 per person.

Attention 9th graders and 10th graders:
The semi-formal dance will be a combination 9th and 10th grade dance based on feedback from the different grade levels. The dance will be held April 13th in the Atrium of the Student Center. The dance will be a coat and tie dance. Preorder tickets will go on sale Monday. Again, Mr. Ferry is taking payments starting this Monday in the Student Activities Office. You will have one week to purchase tickets. If enough students purchase tickets, we will have the dance. All money will be refunded if the dance is canceled. We will need to have over 70% percent attendance to hold the dance. If you have any questions, please see Mr. Ferry.

Attention Students:
The Student Activities Office and Athletics is teaming up through the Spirit Shop. The Tiger Den shirts are on sale for $15. If you purchase a Tiger Den shirt, you will also receive a Holy Cross Head Sweatband for free. That's right, two items for the price of one. If you have already purchased a Tiger Den shirt, bring your shirt to the Spirit Shop to pick up your free headband. Again, you must bring your shirt with you to receive your headband. Anyone who purchased a headband already, can purchase a Tiger Den shirt for only $10. You must bring your headband to get the discounted price on the shirt. See Mr. Ferry, Mr. Bujol, or Mrs. Boudreaux in the Spirit Shop.

Wrestling Programs and Basketball Programs are available in the Spirit Shop.

Attention students, faculty, and staff:
today is our Blood Drive. A student council member will be around to escort you to the Blood Mobile for your scheduled time.

Tomorrow we will have an afternoon pep rally as the Wrestling Team prepares for State. Come out and show your support. Also, it's a big weekend as the Basketball team takes on St. Aug and our Varsity Soccer team heads to the playoffs. Come out and show your support to all of our teams.

Attention 7th Graders and Juniors:
the 7th grade retreat is tomorrow.
This will also be the 7th Grade/11th Grade Boys To Men Luncheon. 11th grade students will attend their first 2 periods of the day and then join their little brothers for the Luncheon and Boys To Men Activities for the remainder of the day.

Next week will be PIN Week. PIN week will be a week of fun competitions at the middle school and high school lunch periods to support our wrestling team as they prepare to PIN down their opponents for the State Title. Listen to announcements for further information.

Holy Cross will face Helen Cox in a first round playoff game this Friday at West Jefferson Stadium. Kick off is set for 6:00pm.

JV baseball will open up their season today vs John Ehret for 3:30pm at John Ehret. Good Luck Tigers.

7th grade baseball tryouts will be held tomorrow at 3:00pm at Pratt Park. Bring your glove and cleats. 7th grade baseball tryouts will be held tomorrow at 3:00pm at Pratt Park. Bring your glove and cleats.

Soccer Team Makes Playoffs!

2/2/2012

The Holy Cross Soccer Team will face Helen Cox in a first round playoff game this Friday at West Jefferson Stadium. Kick off is set for 6:00 pm. Come out and support the Tigers!

2/1 Afternoon Announcements

2/1/2012

Attention all New inductees to the National Honor Society:
There will be a brief meeting in Mrs. Lavender’s room A 204 after school on Thursday.

Attention all varsity basketball players. Today's pratice will begin at 3:15pm today.

Due to the weather, practice for varsity throwers has been cancelled for today. We will resume practice tomorrow after school.

Juniors and 7th graders don’t forget to turn your money into Mr. Westfall or Mrs. Bourque. Also, all students attending the Catholic High School mass remember to bring your ties.

Attention Students.... The Student Activities Office and Athletics is teaming up through the Spirit Shop. The Tiger Den shirts are on sale for $15. If you purchase a Tiger Den shirt, you will also receive a Holy Cross Head Sweatband for free. That’s right, two items for the price of one. If you have already purchased a Tiger Den shirt, bring your shirt to the Spirit Shop to pick up your free headband. Again, you must bring your shirt with you to receive your headband. Anyone who purchased a headband already, can purchase a Tiger Den shirt for only $10. You must bring your headband to get the discounted price on the shirt. See Mr. Ferry, Mr. Bujol, or Mrs. Boudreaux in the Spirit Shop.

Wrestling Programs and Basketball Programs are available in the Spirit Shop.

Today’s soccer practice has been moved indoors. Please report to Jefferson Indoor Soccer this afternoon for 3:30pm.
Again, soccer practice today is at Jefferson Indoor Soccer for 3:30pm.

All middle school track and field participants should report to Mr. Irwin’s room immediately at the bell. You will report BEFORE you get dressed. We will be having practice today.
Attention tennis team: Meet in Coach Kite’s room, H 206 for conditioning practice today.

And a reminder to all current and prospective middle school and varsity tennis players:
There will be a mandatory team meeting on Thursday afternoon at 2:30pm in Coach Kite’s room, H 206. The meeting will last approximately 10 minutes, so be sure to make any necessary ride arrangements.

Freshmen basketball schedule change:
The game originally scheduled for February 8th at 6:00pm @ East Jeff has been moved to February 9th at 5:00pm @ East Jeff.

Attention Middle School Bowlers:
If you received a flyer from Coach Ducote about the bowling tournament and are planning to participate, then you need to email him as soon as possible letting him know that you are participating. If he does not hear from you by Friday, then your name will be left off the list and you will not be able to participate.

Attention Seniors!
If you have not already signed up for the Senior Trip you must do so at this time.. If you are not planning on going, please email that you are not joining the class outing.

David Huddleston please report to the library.

Science & Engineering Award Winners

2/1/2012

HCSEF Sr. Division Award Winners
Jacob Rubi , 10th grade- 2nd place , Richard Saavedra, 10th grade - 2nd place, Cameron Doles, 10th grade - 3rd place, Elijah LeBlanc 10th grade-1st place,
Greg Raynal, 11th grade -1st , Rainey Lyons 12th grade – 2nd place and Nick Algero 12th grade - 3rd place. Mason Tusa 10th grade -2nd place, Jason Abide 10th grade - 1st place, Dominick Coniglio 10th grade - 3rd place, Tanner Guillot 10th grade - 1st place, David DiMaggio 11th grade -1st place, Johnathan Billings 12th grade-1st place, Blake Toscano 12th grade - 1st place, and Brandon Carrone 12th grade - 1st place.

Assisting with the award presentation, Dr. Joseph Michalik, class of 1963. Dr. Michalik is holding a ribbon from a regional Science Fair in which he participated in when he was a student at Holy Cross School in the early 1960s.

HCSEF First Place Winners

2/1/2012

Holy Cross School students participated in the Holy Cross School Science and Engineering Fair (HCSEF) in January. In the Sr. Division, the following students received first place:
Brandon Carrone, Rainey Lyons, David DiMaggio, Greg Raynal, Blake Toscano and Johnathan Billings.

2/1 Morning Announcements

2/1/2012

The following students need to report to Guidance immediately following the announcements: Doug Wattigny, Lance Chevalier, Porter Dazet, Nick Hemb.

Attention all high school students:
This Friday is the last day to make changes to your course requests for next year. Please contact your counselor immediately if you would like to change your course requests.

All students absent yesterday must report to the office at this time with your attendance note.

The following students should report to the high school office:
Eddie Peters
Ed Eagan
Craig McGehee
Preston Tedesco

Middle School Track Practice will be held this afternoon, rain or shine. Throwers report to the weight room and runners report to the bus at 2:45pm. Proper attire is required or you will not be allowed to practice.

8th grade baseball tryouts will be Thursday, February 2, 2012 at 5:30pm at Holy Cross with Coach Ryan Kamlade.

Today's schedule is DEFG.

Pajama Jam is in four days. That's right, just four days.
The dance will be held THIS SATURDAY from 8-11pm in the Student Center for the 8th grade and high school grade levels, as well as all the area Catholic High Girls Schools.
Cost of the dance will be only $5 per person. We will be crowning the Pajama Jam King and Queen for those with the most creative pajama's on. However, make sure you visit our website for further information and the dress code policy. Also remember, the Huddle will be open for you to purchase food, drinks, and snacks as well as Pat Garin will be available to purchase formal pictures.

Don't worry Middle School guys... your Sock Hop is next week on Feb. 11th from 8-10pm in the Student Center for all you 5th - 7th grade students here at Holy Cross. Visit our website for further information and the dress code policy. You are allowed to bring a friend or guest to the dance so bring one, two, or however many your mom and dad want to pack in the car. Holy Cross 5th - 7th graders are encouraged to invite the girls they know that are in 5th - 7th grade as well to come and enjoy the fun. Cost of the dance will be $5 per person.

Attention 9th graders and 10th graders:
The semi-formal dance will be a combination 9th and 10th grade dance based on feedback from the different grade levels. The dance will be held April 13th in the Atrium of the Student Center. The dance will be a coat and tie dance. Preorder tickets will go on sale Monday. Again, Mr. Ferry is taking payments starting this Monday in the Student Activities Office. You will have one week to purchase tickets. If enough students purchase tickets, we will have the dance. All money will be refunded if the dance is canceled. We will need to have over 70% percent attendance to hold the dance. If you have any questions, please see Mr. Ferry.
Attention students, faculty, and staff.

We will have a Blood Drive tomorrow Feb. 2nd. See senior Kyle Gardner of you have questions or see Mr. Ferry.

This Friday we will have an afternoon pep rally as the Wrestling Team prepares for State. Come out and show your support.

It's a big weekend as the Basketball team takes on St. Aug and our Varsity Soccer team heads to the playoffs. Come out and show your support to all of our teams.

Attention 7th Graders and Juniors:
the 7th grade retreat is scheduled for this Friday, February 3rd. This will also be the 7th Grade/11th Grade Boys To Men Luncheon. The updated Boys To Men list is complete and will be given out to you today or tomorrow. 11th grade students will attend their first 2 periods of the day and then join their little brothers for the Luncheon and Boys To Men Activities for the remainder of the day.

Next week will be PIN Week. PIN week will be a week of fun competitions at the middle school and high school lunch periods to support our wrestling team as they prepare to PIN down their opponents for the State Title. Listen to announcements for further information.

HCSEF Winners

2/1/2012

Holy Cross School students participated in the HCSEF (Holy Cross Science and Engineering Fair). The following students won first place in the Jr. Division category and advance to the regional science fair to be held at UNO.
Award winners: ( L to R) Patrick Girardot - Destrehan, Chris Bologna - Jefferson, Patrick Angelette - LaPlace, and Alex Birdsall –New Orleans.

Help Needed for St. Joseph’s Altar

1/31/2012

The men and women of the Holy Cross St. Joseph Altar Society will soon begin preparations for this year’s St. Joseph Altar. Cookie preparation is a lot of fun and a wonderful opportunity to be active at Holy Cross. The group meets once a week to bake.
Food items and monetary donations are needed for purchasing the products for the altar preparation. Items needed include: all-purpose flour, sugar, Crisco, butter, almond flavoring, vanilla extract, anise extract, baking powder, decorative candy sprinkles, sesame seeds, pecans, confectioners' sugar, eggs and milk. We also will need fresh flowers, 1,500 fresh Fava Beans, 1,500 small white paper bags, food coloring, baking soda, nonpareils mix, strawberry extract, lemon extract, large zip lock bags, and parchment paper. These items can be brought to Holy Cross School during school hours, and can be dropped off at the Middle School Office, located on the first floor of the Middle School Building.

The Altar will be open to the public for viewing, Monday,
March 19, 2012 from 9:00am – 1:00pm in the Holy Cross Library, 3rd floor of the Administration Building.

If you are interested in joining the Holy Cross St. Joseph Altar Society or would like more information, contact Paula McGehee at paulamcgehee@me.com

1/31 Afternoon Announcements

1/31/2012

Attention all New inductees to the National Honor Society: Their will be a brief meeting in Mrs. Lavender’s room A 204 after school on Thursday.

Due to a faculty meeting, the library is close after school.

Middle School Quiz Bowl members, listen to this important announcement:
Although the Middle School Quiz Bowl tournament at Brother Martin is March 10th, Mr. Hanemann requests that all members come to the meetings on Wednesday and Friday fully prepared. We want to represent Holy Cross well and win!
Meeting tomorrow at 3:30pm - 4:15pm in Room M105. Please come to the meeting ready for trivia.

Today’s Test Prep Winners are:
5th Grade – Watson
6th Grade – Hooper
7th Grade – Herzog

TCAC basketball schedules and rosters are available at the Middle Office or on the Middle School Athletics webpage. Games for 5th and 6th grade will begin on Wednesday, February 8th and on Thursday, February 9th for 7th and 8th.

Attention Middle School students:
If you received a flyer from Coach Ducote about the bowling tournament and are planning to participate, then you need to email him as soon as possible letting him know that you are participating. If he does not hear from you by Friday, then your name will be left off the list and you will not be able to participate.

Attention all current and prospective middle school and varsity tennis players: There will be a mandatory team meeting on Thursday afternoon at 2:30pm in Coach Kite’s room, H 206. The meeting will last approximately 10 minutes, so be sure to make any necessary ride arrangements.

Any of Mr. DuMouchel’s 1st semester students that want their found object sculptures need to see him to pick them up today lest they be sent to the found object graveyard.

Zachary Cavalier, Cameron Doles, Mason Tusa please report to the Student Activities Office to see Mr. Ferry before you leave campus.

Attention work study students- please check in at Mr. Irwin’s room at the bell.

1/31 Morning Announcements

1/31/2012

Attention all current and prospective middle school and varsity tennis players: There will be a mandatory team meeting on Thursday afternoon at 2:30pm in Coach Kite's room, H 206. The meeting will last approximately 10 minutes, so be sure to make any necessary ride arrangements.

Due to a faculty meeting the library will be closed after school today.

Many students have overdue books and need to come to the library this morning.
Wesley Connell
Chase Huete
Devin Nunez
Dylan Powers
Jerry Cook
Nicholas Koehler

All students absent yesterday must report to the offices at this time with your attendance note.
The following students should report to the high school office:
Daniel Olivier
Richard August
Larenz Jones
Eddie Peters
Zack Stoufflet

Attention MS students attending the LEGO robotics workshop this morning please meet Ms. Claverie in the MS office immediately following homeroom. You will need to bring your laptops to the workshop.

Work study students, please do not forget to check in after school today at Mr. Irwin's room.

How would you like a free pass to the front of the middle school lunch line for the rest of the year? If you go to the Middle School Track blog before the end of homeroom today, there might be one for you. Any questions? Visit the blog.

Today's schedule is GABC.

Well the week is here. Pajama Jam Week. That's right, the Pajama Jam Dance will be held THIS SATURDAY from 8-11pm in the Student Center for the 8th grade and high school grade levels, as well as all the area Catholic High Girls Schools. We are looking to have a packed house so come out and be a part of our first dance back on campus this Saturday. Parades don't start until next week so this is a perfect way to spend your Saturday night. Cost of the dance will be only $5 per person.
Go to our website for further information and the dress code policy.

Don't worry Middle School guys... your Sock Hop is next week on Feb. 11th from 8-10pm in the Student Center for all you 5th - 7th grade students here at Holy Cross. Visit our website for further information and the dress code policy. You are allowed to bring a friend or guest to the dance so bring one, two, or however many your mom and dad want to pack in the car. Holy Cross 5th - 7th graders are encouraged to invite the girls they know that are in 5th - 7th grade as well to come and enjoy the fun. Cost of the dance will be $5 per person.

Attention 9th graders and 10th graders. The semi-formal dance will be a combination 9th and 10th grade dance based on feedback from the different grade levels. The dance will April 13th in the Atrium of the Student Center. The dance will be a coat and tie dance. If enough students purchase tickets, we will have the dance. Please listen to the announcements in the next couple of weeks to see when pre-ordered tickets will go on sale. We will need to have over 70% percent attendance to hold the dance. If you have any questions, please see Mr. Ferry.

Attention students, faculty, and staff. we will have a Blood Drive on Thursday Feb. 2nd. Like last semester. Kyle Gardner will be walking around taking sign-ups.

This Friday we will have an afternoon pep rally as the Wrestling Team prepares for State. Come out and show your support. Also, it's a big weekend as the Basketball team takes on St. Aug and our Varsity Soccer team heads to the playoffs. Come out and show your support to all of our teams.

Attention 7th Graders and Juniors. the 7th grade retreat is scheduled for this Friday Feb. 3rd. This will also be the 7th Grade/11th Grade Boys To Men Luncheon. The updated Boys To Men list is complete and will be given out to you today or tomorrow. 11th grade students will attend their first 2 periods of the day and then join their little brothers for the Luncheon and Boys To Men Activities for the remainder of the day.

1/30 Afternoon Announcements

1/30/2012

Mrs. Lavender woule like to see the following students after school today in room A204:
Kaelon Guillory, Trenton O’Neal, William Birdsall, George Mandella, and Nicholas Bologna

Attention all New inductees to the National Honor Society:
There will be a brief meeting in Mrs. Lavender’s room A204, after school on Thursday.