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From the desk of Mrs. Obershaw: Kids Heart Challenge

Posted on May 26, 2023 in: General News

From the desk of Mrs. Obershaw: Kids Heart Challenge

Kids Heart Challenge Each year Holy Cross participates in the Kids Heart Challenge, which is a fundraiser for the American Heart Association. The funds are used for research in developing new and better medicines and procedures to help those young, old, and in between with heart issues. A huge...

Mrs. Obershaw, Kids Heart Challenge

Summer Office Hours

Posted on May 24, 2023 in: General News

Summer Office Hours

This summer our school office will be open 8:00 am - 12:00 pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Please note, the school office will be closed July 3rd - 7th. Have a great summer!

summer office hours

Chromebooks: 6th, 7th & 8th grade

Posted on May 24, 2023 in: General News

Chromebooks: 6th, 7th & 8th grade

Holy Cross 6th, 7th & 8th grade is BYOD Bring Your Own Device, so I've put together a list of recommended Chromebooks. Here at school, we’ve had the best luck with Dell chromebooks as they are the most “rugged”. Other Catholic schools have been happy using Lenovo. I will up...

8th grade

Save the Date: Summer Soiree

Posted on May 24, 2023 in: General News

Save the Date: Summer Soiree

Save the Date for the Holy Cross Summer Soiree: Sunday, July 23rd 5:00 - 7:00 pm.

save the date, Kona Ice, Summer Soiree, Food Truck

2023-24 School Supplies

Posted on May 23, 2023 in: General News

2023-24 School Supplies

Did you know the average parent has to visit 2 and a half stores to get everything on their child's back-to-school supply list? Not when you order from 1st Day School Supplies! You'll have everything you need in just a few clicks and only the brand names you trust and respect, like Ticondero...

2023-24 Year at a Glance

Posted on May 23, 2023 in: General News

2023-24 Year at a Glance

Here is the 2023-24 Year at a Glance. Please note, dates are subject to change.

calendar

Ignite the Joy of Reading!

Posted on May 22, 2023 in: General News

Ignite the Joy of Reading!

Ignite the Joy of Reading: Top Reasons to Read Over the Summer! Dear Parents, I hope this newsletter finds you and your families in great spirits! As we approach the summer break, I wanted to take a moment to highlight the incredible benefits of encouraging your children to read during th...

newsletter, summer reading, Johnson County Library

Enroll for 2023-24

Posted on May 20, 2023 in: General News

Enroll for 2023-24

Holy Cross Catholic School has had a successful enrollment season. We will welcome more than 12 new families to our school in August! If you want to learn more about our school and join the Hornet family for the fall, contact Stefanie Bridges to schedule a tour; email -&nb...

Summer Reading @ JoCo Library!

Posted on May 20, 2023 in: General News

Summer Reading @ JoCo Library!

Take a look at the Johnson County Public Library Summer Reading Program!

summer reading, Johnson County Library

Graduation: Class of 2023

Posted on May 19, 2023 in: General News

Graduation: Class of 2023

Please join us in celebrating the Holy Cross Class of 2023! As our eighth graders graduate, we will say goodbye to 22 outstanding students on Friday, May 19th. We have enjoyed watching them on their educational journey, most starting at Holy Cross Early Education. From all th...

Field Day: Tuesday, May 23

Posted on May 19, 2023 in: General News

Field Day: Tuesday, May 23

Dear Parents, Just a reminder that Field Day is this Tuesday, May 23. **This an out of uniform day. Please make sure the apparel is appropriate for school as well as for Field Day. **Please send a sack lunch with your child on Field Day. There will be no hot lunch on Tuesd...

Field Day, sack lunch

2nd Annual Talent Show

Posted on May 19, 2023 in: General News

2nd Annual Talent Show

Join us for the 2nd Annual Talent Show! Wednesday, May 24 @ 11:00 am in the Gym.

Talent Show

EMBRACE Night at the Movies

Posted on May 18, 2023 in: General News

EMBRACE Night at the Movies

Come to our event with your family. It's a cheap night! $30 a carload that includes a Magic Show, Inflatables, A Photo Booth, Airbrush Face Painter, & Balloon Artists before the movie. There is a sand volleyball pit and teether ball for older kids. You can preorder a hambur...

Diversity Day: May 18th Out of Uniform

Posted on May 17, 2023 in: General News

Diversity Day: May 18th Out of Uniform

In honor of diversity, May 18th is an out of uniform day. Wear clothing from your native country or colors from your ancestry.

out of uniform, Diversity Day

May 17: Thank you, Parents!

Posted on May 16, 2023 in: General News

May 17: Thank you, Parents!

Join us for Coffee and Donuts! May 17th from 7:30 - 8:00, In the back "trees" parking lot. We are incredibly blessed to have wonderful parents supporting our school. Thank you for all you do. Teachers and Staff will be serving Hy-vee donuts and coffee as you drop off your kids to ...

parent appreciation, coffee, donuts

Mrs. Wagner's Newsletter

Posted on May 12, 2023 in: General News

Mrs. Wagner's Newsletter

newsletter, Mrs. Wagner

STREAM Fundraiser

Posted on May 12, 2023 in: General News

STREAM Fundraiser

From Mrs. Wagner: Due to the International Food Fare postponement and the need to still raise funds for our STREAM lab to remodel this summer, we decided to do something fun. Every teacher has agreed to do this for the kids and improve their learning environment. We have the best staff! I never t...

fundraiser, STREAM, pie

Library Books are DUE

Posted on May 10, 2023 in: General News

Library Books are DUE

Holy Cross Hornets, all library books are due on Friday, May 12. Thank you for returning your books on time,

PTO Dinner Night @ Chick-fil-A Tue. May 9

Posted on May 09, 2023 in: General News

PTO Dinner Night @ Chick-fil-A Tue. May 9

Join us for a Dinner Night Out on Tuesday, May 9th, 2023 from 5-7 p.m., @ Chick-fil-A, 97th and Metcalf 9591 Metcalf, Overland Park, KS 66212 Must mention Holy Cross while ordering before payment. Chick-fil-A will donate 10% of all sales to Holy Cross

PTO, dinner

May Hornet "Happenins"

Posted on May 05, 2023 in: General News

May Hornet "Happenins"

Here's what's happening in May!!

May, calendar

Mrs. Wagner's Newsletter

Posted on May 05, 2023 in: General News

Mrs. Wagner's Newsletter

newsletter, Mrs. Wagner

Screen Free Week: May 1 - 7

Posted on May 03, 2023 in: General News

Screen Free Week: May 1 - 7

It's time for Screen Free Week 2023! Holy Cross students are encouraged to limit their screen time this week, unplug and discover new activities! Students that return their Screen Free Bingo Cards will earn an out of uniform pass. Bingo cards and other resources are attached below. Parents, be s...

Bicycle Safety: Shawnee Bike Rodeo

Posted on May 01, 2023 in: General News

Bicycle Safety: Shawnee Bike Rodeo

It's time to think about bicycle safety! Does your child need a bike helmet? Check out the Bike Rodeo on Saturday.

bicycle, bike safety, bike rodeo

May Crowning

Posted on April 28, 2023 in: General News

May Crowning

Join us for May Crowing, presented by the 8th grade class on Monday, May 1st @ 2:00 pm @ Holy Cross Catholic Church.

Spring Concert:

Posted on April 25, 2023 in: General News

Spring Concert:

We are excited for our Spring Concert! Students: please meet in these areas by 6:40 pm: Kindergarten and 1st Grade - Music Room 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade - Pflumm Hall 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th - Classrooms

newsletter, spring concert, art show

STUCO: Bake Sale Thank You

Posted on April 22, 2023 in: General News

STUCO: Bake Sale Thank You

Thank you so much for your support of STUCO and the Bake Sale!

fundraiser, bake sale, thank you

From the desk of Mrs. Obershaw

Posted on April 20, 2023 in: General News

From the desk of Mrs. Obershaw

FIT CLUB MEMBERS–February 24 to April 20 75 MILE CLUB: Charlie, Alison 100 MILE CLUB: Heather (125), Jax, Brooklyn (150), Adeline (125), Lily (150), Scarlett (125), Briella, Lindsey (150), Kenley, Logan (150) 200 MILE CLUB: Isa (225), Holly, Lola, Jamie, Ximena, Mrs. Orf (275), ...

FIT Club, Mrs. Obershaw, FIT Club

Bake Sale: April 19 & 20 + HC Weekend Masses

Posted on April 20, 2023 in: General News

Bake Sale: April 19 & 20 + HC Weekend Masses

Join us at our Bake Sale Fundraiser: April 19 & 20, 7:30 - 8:00 am in the Tree Lot April 22 & 23 @Holy Cross Catholic Church after all weekend masses

fundraiser

Shadow Day: Friday, April 21st

Posted on April 16, 2023 in: General News

Shadow Day: Friday, April 21st

Holy Cross Catholic School will have a student shadow day on Friday, April 21st. If you have a student that will be going into 2nd - 8th grade next year and they want to see what a day in the life of a Holy Cross Hornet looks like, contact the school office. Space is limited; s...

shadow day

Tuition Assistance Applications: Due April 15

Posted on April 12, 2023 in: General News

Tuition Assistance Applications: Due April 15

Be sure to submit your applications for Tuition Assistance before April 15th!

Kindergarten Roundup: Fri. April 14

Posted on April 12, 2023 in: General News

Kindergarten Roundup: Fri. April 14

Calling all 5-year-olds! Holy Cross Catholic School is hosting a Kindergarten Round-up on Friday, April 14th, from 8:13 - 10:30. This is an opportunity to have your child screened to see if they are ready for Kindergarten. We have small class sizes that are great for one-on-on...

Early Education: Enrolling Preschoolers

Posted on April 09, 2023 in: General News

Early Education: Enrolling Preschoolers

Calling all Preschoolers! Holy Cross Catholic School is now enrolling students in our Early Education program. We have small class sizes that are great for one-on-one learning. You can call the school office to set up a tour or get more information about our kindergarten class.&...

April Hornet "Happenins"

Posted on April 08, 2023 in: General News

April Hornet "Happenins"

Here's what's happening in April at Holy Cross.

Easter Break

Posted on April 06, 2023 in: General News

Easter Break

In honor of Holy Week and Easter, Holy Cross will not have school on Good Friday, April 7th or Easter Monday, April 10th.

PTO Dinner Night @ Johnny's Tavern

Posted on April 05, 2023 in: General News

PTO Dinner Night @ Johnny's Tavern

Dinner Night out @ Johnny’s Tavern Monday, April 10, 2023 from 5-8 p.m. 8719 W 95th St, Overland Park, KS 66212 Must mention Holy Cross while ordering before payment. Johnny’s will donate 20% of all sales to Holy Cross Buy Scrip for Johnny’s for the dinner. ...

PTO, dinner, Johnny's

Summer Camp 2023: Space Limited

Posted on March 30, 2023 in: General News

Summer Camp 2023: Space Limited

Enrollment for all families is now open! Currently, 1st grade & older is FULL, as well as our 1st grade class. Space is open for PRESCHOOL and Kindergarten. Summer Camp Packet 2023 Summer is coming and you don’t want your kids to be bored! Playing sports, ar...

newsletter

Holy Cross: Enrolling All Ages

Posted on March 29, 2023 in: General News

Holy Cross: Enrolling All Ages

Holy Cross Catholic School and Early Education are accepting enrollment for ALL AGES. 1/2-day 3s preschool and full-day Prek/TK preschool classes are available for the 2023-2024 school year. Space is limited, contact the school office to schedule your private tour TODAY! ...

enrollment

PTO Dinner Night @ Freddy's - 10690 Roe Ave

Posted on March 21, 2023 in: General News

PTO Dinner Night @ Freddy's - 10690 Roe Ave

Join us 4:00 - 6:00 pm on Monday, March 27th @ Freddy's 10690 Roe Avenue, OPKS. They will donate 15% back to Holy Cross when you mention Holy Cross or use the promo code GIVEBACK for online orders.

PTO, dinner

March Hornet "Happenins"

Posted on March 11, 2023 in: General News

March Hornet "Happenins"

Here's what's happening in Holy Cross this month.

Where in the world is Herbie the Hornet?

Posted on March 10, 2023 in: General News

Where in the world is Herbie the Hornet?

Are you traveling on Spring Break or doing fun "staycation" activities around Kansas City? We have "Flat Herbie" for any family interested in taking Herbie the Hornet on spring break. All we ask is that you share on social media where Herbie is. You can tag us&nb...

Family Literacy Night

Posted on March 07, 2023 in: General News

Family Literacy Night

Join us for Family Literacy Night on Wednesday, March 8th. 6:00 - 6:30 pm pizza is served & the Reading Games begin at 6:30 pm. Be sure to click & RSVP here before March 5th.

STUCO: Canned Food Drive

Posted on March 06, 2023 in: General News

STUCO: Canned Food Drive

Holy Cross Student Council is sponsoring a Canned Food Drive from Monday, MArchh 6th through Friday March 10th. See the flyer below for more details. #stongfaith #strongcommunity

FIT Club: From the desk of Mrs. Obershaw

Posted on February 20, 2023 in: General News

FIT Club: From the desk of Mrs. Obershaw

FIT CLUB MEMBERS–January 7 to February 23 25 MILE CLUB: Zoey 75 MILE CLUB: Alijah 100 MILE CLUB: Holly (125), Lilah (150), Jamie (175), Ximena (150), Logan (125), Joey (175), Ms. Koeppen 200 MILE CLUB: Mrs. Obershaw (250) The 7th/8th graders still hold the top spot in our ...

FIT Club, Mrs. Obershaw

February Hornet Happenings

Posted on February 20, 2023 in: General News

February Hornet Happenings

Here's what's happening in February at Holy Cross.

calendar, February, Hornet Happenins'

Early Bird Enrollment: $50 Off

Posted on February 09, 2023 in: General News

Early Bird Enrollment: $50 Off

Save $50 on Early Bird Enrollment for the 2023-24 school year. Last day to save is February 10th.

enrollment, discount, $50

Homework Club: Tuesdays & Thursdays

Posted on February 03, 2023 in: General News

Homework Club: Tuesdays & Thursdays

Homework Club is coming to Holy Cross! Tuesdays & Thursdays 3:30-4:00 in the Spanish/Music Room 2nd - 8th Grade students will be able to stay after school to have a space to work on homework and get help from teachers. Homework Club will run from January 19th to March 9th on Tu...

Homework Club

Catholic Schools Week: Jan. 29 - Feb 4, 2023

Posted on January 30, 2023 in: General News

Catholic Schools Week: Jan. 29 - Feb 4, 2023

Join us on Sunday at the 8:30 am, 10:30 am or 12:30 pm Masses to kick off Catholic Schools Week with our Holy Cross Parish community. Students that wear their school uniforms will receive an out of uniform pass. Check out all of the fun things planned for Catholic Schools Week: Walking on SONshin...

out of uniform, Catholic Schools Week

Holy Cross Loves the Chiefs!

Posted on January 26, 2023 in: General News

Holy Cross Loves the Chiefs!

Holy Cross is very excited to welcome KC Wolf on Tuesday, January 31st! Check this out! Coach Andy Reid has a message for Holy Cross:

Did You Know? Shadow Day

Posted on January 24, 2023 in: General News

Did You Know? Shadow Day

Did you know that Holy Cross is offering a Shadow Day? Shadow Day is for future 2023-24 Hornets, 1st through 8th grades. Space is limited! Students must RSVP before 2/3. Please contact our Enrollment Manager, Stefanie Bridges, 913-381-7408 or sbridges@holycrosscatholicschool.com to reserve y...

shadow day

Enrolling New Students!

Posted on January 19, 2023 in: General News

Enrolling New Students!

Holy Cross Catholic School is now accepting enrollment for new students, Kindergarten - 8th grade, for the 2023-2024 school year. We offer private tours in Spanish and English for anyone interested in joining our Holy Cross family. Scholarships are available to those who qualify.&nb...

Open House, enrollment

From the desk of Mrs. Obershaw

Posted on January 18, 2023 in: General News

From the desk of Mrs. Obershaw

FIT CLUB MEMBERS–December 17 to January 6 25 MILE CLUB: David, Yadira, Charlie, Gian 50 MILE CLUB: Romahni, Briella, Emily, Bella 75 MILE CLUB: Elijah, Ethan, Liam, Tyler, Maddy, Kenley, Owen, Ally, Emilio, Ayak, Ms. Koeppen 100 MILE CLUB: Connor (150), Lily, Pia, Isaac, Scar...

Mrs. Obershaw, FIT Club

January: What's Happenin' Hornets?

Posted on January 13, 2023 in: General News

January: What's Happenin' Hornets?

Mark your calendars for all of the January events!

January, calendar

Tonight! Don't Miss Taco Bingo Night

Posted on January 02, 2023 in: General News

Tonight! Don't Miss Taco Bingo Night

The 8th Grade Class of 2023 invites you to Taco Bingo Night on Friday, January 6th. Don't miss out on the FUN: check out the prizes!

8th grade, graduation

Happy New Year!

Posted on December 30, 2022 in: General News

Happy New Year!

Wishing you and your family many blessings in 2023!

2023

2023-24 Enrollment Begins January 10th

Posted on December 27, 2022 in: General News

2023-24 Enrollment Begins January 10th

Enrollment for the 2023 - 2024 school year begins on January 10th. Holy Cross offers many scholarships and tuition assistance for those who qualify. Inquire how Catholic Education Foundation can award your student up to $6000 in tuition assistance. We welcome all families inter...

enrollment

Merry Christmas!

Posted on December 23, 2022 in: General News

Merry Christmas!

Holy Cross Catholic School Teachers and Staff wish all our parishioners a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Merry Christmas

Hour of Code @ Holy Cross

Posted on December 17, 2022 in: General News

Hour of Code @ Holy Cross

"The Hour of Code is designed to demystify code and show that computer science is not rocket science—anybody can learn the basics," said Hadi Partovi, founder and CEO of Code.org. "Over 100 million students worldwide have tried an Hour of Code. The demand for relevant 21st-centu...

Hour of Code, code.org

Monday: $1 Christmas PJ Day

Posted on December 15, 2022 in: General News

Monday: $1 Christmas PJ Day

Students! Don't forget to bring in $1 to wear your PJs or comfy clothes on Monday & to support our Unbound child, Elvis.

Las Posadas

Posted on December 15, 2022 in: General News

Las Posadas

One of our favorite school traditions is coming up. Please join us!

newsletter, Las Posadas, Posada

From the desk of Mrs. Obershaw: FIT Club

Posted on December 14, 2022 in: General News

From the desk of Mrs. Obershaw: FIT Club

FIT CLUB MEMBERS–September 28 to October 27 25 MILE CLUB: Nick, Owen, Ally 50 MILE CLUB: Elijah, Toby, Ayak, Iker, Bianca, Ms. Koeppen 75 MILE CLUB: Jax, Lily, Lindsey, Logan 100 MILE CLUB: Heather, Holly, Adeline, Addison, Malea, Paul (125), Lilah, Isa (125), Ignacio, Ximena...

FIT Club, Mrs. Obershaw

Christmas Programs @ Holy Cross

Posted on December 13, 2022 in: General News

Christmas Programs @ Holy Cross

Please join us for the Christmas Concerts here at Holy Cross.

Christmas program, early education

December Hornet Happenings

Posted on December 09, 2022 in: General News

December Hornet Happenings

Here's what's happening in December here at Holy Cross Catholic School!

calendar

Teacher & Staff Christmas Fund

Posted on December 05, 2022 in: General News

Teacher & Staff Christmas Fund

teacher fund, gift

Update from Mrs. Wagner

Posted on December 03, 2022 in: General News

Update from Mrs. Wagner

Mrs. Wagner, update

Giving Tuesday: Link Open

Posted on December 03, 2022 in: General News

Giving Tuesday: Link Open

Giving Tuesday, November 29, 2022 #GIVECatholicARCHKCK is the Archdiocesan program for Giving Tuesday and Holy Cross Catholic School is seeking gifts to support digital learning. 100% of these gifts stay in our school. How to help: Make an online donation: (Donations open N...

Giving Tuesday, iGive, Catholic

Saturday: Breakfast with Santa!

Posted on December 01, 2022 in: General News

Saturday: Breakfast with Santa!

Join us for Breakfast with Santa and shopping at the Elf Shelf Store! We are also looking for volunteers to make the event happen. Please click this link to volunteer: Breakfast & Elf Shelf Volunteers The Elf Shelf Store (Nov 30 - Dec2) is an affordable Christmas store for our students t...

volunteer

Tonight: Family Math Night

Posted on November 30, 2022 in: General News

Tonight: Family Math Night

RSVP for Family Math Night! Please join us here at school on Wednesday, November 30th for pizza @ 6:00 p.m. and family math games 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.! Be sure to RSVP HERE for pizza!

Update from Mrs. Wagner

Posted on November 27, 2022 in: General News

Update from Mrs. Wagner

newsletter, Mrs. Wagner, update

TONIGHT: Kindergarten & Scholarship Info Night

Posted on November 17, 2022 in: General News

TONIGHT: Kindergarten & Scholarship Info Night

Mark your calendars, talk to your friends and neighbors! Be sure to join us for our Kindergarten & Scholarship Information Night!

Kindergarten, scholarships, info night

Flannel Up on Friday!

Posted on November 17, 2022 in: General News

Flannel Up on Friday!

Flannel up for our Flan-Tastic Friendsgiving Assembly on Friday, November 17. This will be a flannel full out of uniform day for our students.

flannel, Friendsgiving, out of uniform

November Hornet Happenings

Posted on November 13, 2022 in: General News

November Hornet Happenings

Here's what's happening in November!

calendar, November

Veterans Day Mass: Join Us

Posted on November 09, 2022 in: General News

Veterans Day Mass: Join Us

Please join us in the Holy Cross Catholic School Gym for a special Veterans Day Mass on Friday, November 11th at 9:15 a.m.. Please fill out this form to include any veterans in your family in our slideshow, pictures welcome! Holy Cross Veterans Form

Veterans Day, mass

You're Invited: JoHo the Storyteller

Posted on November 05, 2022 in: General News

You're Invited: JoHo the Storyteller

Bring your toddlers and preschoolers to "Celebrating Thanksgiving with Turkey Tale" featuring JoHo the Storyteller on November 14th @ 8:30 am. Please click HERE to RSVP.

JoHo the Storyteller, preschoolers, toddlers

From the desk of Mrs. Obershaw

Posted on November 03, 2022 in: General News

From the desk of Mrs. Obershaw

FIT CLUB MEMBERS–September 28 to October 27 25 MILE CLUB: Elijah, Heather, Briella, Lolal, Bianca, Ayak, Tucker, Logan, Iris, Emily, Isa, Mrs. Wagner, Ms. Koeppen 50 MILE CLUB: Lily, Holly, Jax, Adeline, Paul, Christopher, Sheree, Ignacio 75 MILE CLUB: Malea, Elisa, Lilah, Ximen...

FIT Club, Mrs. Obershaw

The Book Fair!

Posted on November 02, 2022 in: General News

The Book Fair!

Here's the scoop on this year's Book Fair! Click HERE for the Holy Cross Book Fair and to sign up for ewallet. Please click HERE to volunteer:

book fair, volunteers

The Book Fair is Here!

Posted on October 21, 2022 in: General News

The Book Fair is Here!

We are looking for volunteers to help us at this year's Book Fair. The Book Fair will be open every day after school October 31 - November 4 from 3:00 - 4:30 pm. Here's the link to sign up:

book fair, volunteers

October: What's Happenin' Hornets

Posted on October 15, 2022 in: General News

October: What's Happenin' Hornets

Here's what's happening in October!

October, what's happenin

$1 Chiefs Monday

Posted on October 08, 2022 in: General News

$1 Chiefs Monday

Help Holy Cross support our Unbound child, Elvis, on Chiefs Monday! Please bring in $1 to be out of uniform in Chiefs gear. Go Chiefs!

Chiefs Monday, $1, Elvis

From the desk of Mrs. Obershaw: FIT Club

Posted on October 04, 2022 in: General News

From the desk of Mrs. Obershaw: FIT Club

FIT CLUB MEMBERS–August 17 to September 27 25 MILE CLUB: Isaac Dixon, Alijah Newman, Elisa Stremel, Keegan Nielsen, Adeline Skillman, Paul Malone, Marshall Carr, Jim Mentzer, Christopher Aguilar, Lily Kistner, Jax Roberts, Tyler Stachofsky, Ellie Wichmann, Liam Kittle, Alex Valladares...

FIT Club

Parent Info Night: Wed. Sep. 21 @ 7pm

Posted on September 19, 2022 in: General News

Parent Info Night: Wed. Sep. 21 @ 7pm

Parents, please join us on Wednesday, September 21st @ 7:00 p.m in Pflumm Hall for an important meeting on Building Safety presented by Dan Carney and Suicide Prevention presented by Katie Stillwell.

Online Order: Picture Day

Posted on September 17, 2022 in: General News

Online Order: Picture Day

School Picture Day (for all students, preschool through 8th grade) is Thursday, September 29, 2022. This will be an out of uniform day for our students. Watch for picture order forms to go home soon or ORDER ONLINE with the link below. Don’t miss your chance to remember your kids at this ag...

picture day

September: What's Happenin' Hornets

Posted on September 15, 2022 in: General News

September: What's Happenin' Hornets

Hey, Hornets! Here's what's happening in September.

what's happen, calendar

No School: Friday, September 16

Posted on September 15, 2022 in: General News

No School: Friday, September 16

No school on Friday, September 16, teachers will have a professional development day.

calendar

SCRIP: Don't Miss Bonus Days!

Posted on September 13, 2022 in: General News

SCRIP: Don't Miss Bonus Days!

BIG bonuses. Popular brands. Raise Days is happening now! Earn big on eGift cards and reloaded gift cards. Every purchase counts toward your fundraising goal and now is the time to make an even bigger impact. Shop, purchase, earn. Ends Friday. Click here for more information. ...

scrip, bonus days

Knight School: Chess Club @ Holy Cross

Posted on September 12, 2022 in: General News

Knight School: Chess Club @ Holy Cross

FREE CLASS Tuesday, September 13! The Chess Club will meet every Tuesday in the Music room from 3:30 - 4:45 pm. Scholarships are available for all students who are interested! The Knight School is coming this fall to Holy Cross Catholic School! The Knight School Chess Team will be your s...

Sep. 15th: $5 Lemon Out Dress Down Day

Posted on September 11, 2022 in: General News

Sep. 15th: $5 Lemon Out Dress Down Day

On September 15th, Holy Cross students can donate $5 to Alex's Lemonade Stand and enjoy a full out of uniform day. Help Holy Cross raise money alongside many other Catholic schools in our area for Childhood Cancer. Please send in $5.00 before Thursday in order ...

out of uniform

Friday, Sep 9: Grandparents & Special Persons Day

Posted on September 08, 2022 in: General News

Friday, Sep 9: Grandparents & Special Persons Day

Make plans to join us on Friday, September 9th @ 9:15 am in the HC Gym for a special Mass honoring the grandparents and the special people in our students' lives.

Dennis Uniform Sale: August 8 - September 7

Posted on August 20, 2022 in: General News

Dennis Uniform Sale: August 8 - September 7

Back-to-School Sale The huge back-to-school sale is just around the corner and we have important details to share with you... Sale Dates: August 8th - September 7th Savings: 30% savings sitewide. Free shipping over $60. No coupon code is necessary. Dennis Uniforms

uniforms, Dennis Uniforms

Spirit Wear for First Mondays

Posted on August 16, 2022 in: General News

Spirit Wear for First Mondays

First Spirit Day will be on Monday, August 22nd. Hurry and grab your spirit wear now! We will post one custom t-shirt at a time on our new spirit wear website. We will announce which shirt is available for a limited time. Our first custom shirt is our theme shirt linked HERE: Follow the Son ...

spirit wear

8/9 Update from Mrs. Wagner

Posted on August 10, 2022 in: General News

8/9 Update from Mrs. Wagner

updates, Mrs. Wagner

Volunteer: Clean Up Day

Posted on August 04, 2022 in: General News

Volunteer: Clean Up Day

Mark your calendar for Saturday, August 6th. We have a clean-up day at school inside and outside the facilities from 8-2 pm. We need to beautify our school so it's ready for our students to arrive on August 17th. Please consider joining us. CLICK TO SIGN UP HERE

volunteer, clean up day

HC School Supply List

Posted on August 03, 2022 in: General News

HC School Supply List

school supply list

HC Families: Summer Packet Pickup

Posted on July 28, 2022 in: General News

HC Families: Summer Packet Pickup

Holy Cross Families! It's time to pick up your 2022-23 Back to School Packets.

summer, packet

Summer Hours

Posted on July 25, 2022 in: General News

Summer Hours

Summer Office Hours: Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

summer, office hours

Uniform Sale: Land's End

Posted on July 22, 2022 in: General News

Uniform Sale: Land's End

Uniform Sale! Land's End sale code. This is good through AUGUST 24th. CODE: BREEZE PIN: 7193

uniforms, uniform sale

Sunday: Summer Soiree

Posted on July 15, 2022 in: General News

Sunday: Summer Soiree

Save the date for the Holy Cross Summer Soiree! Sunday, July 17 5:00 - 7:30 p.m. Kona Ice, Food Truck, and Fun! Pick up your back-to-school packets in the back parking lot.

packets, Kona Ice

Happy Fourth of July

Posted on July 04, 2022 in: General News

Happy Fourth of July

Have a safe and fun 4th of July!

4th of July

Can you help? The flowers are thirsty!

Posted on June 29, 2022 in: General News

Can you help? The flowers are thirsty!

Hello! Despite climate change, spring weather, Covid, and recent rains, the flowers the 4th graders started from seed are finally all planted. Attached is a watering schedule if you would be able to give them a drink. Thanks for considering! Mrs. G. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1eCOs03...

water flowers, garden, volunteer

2022-23 Year at a Glance

Posted on June 15, 2022 in: General News

2022-23 Year at a Glance

Here is the 2022-23 School Year at a Glance. *all dates are subject to change 2022-23 HC Year at a Glance (Flyer)

calendar, 2022-23

JoCo Library: Summer Reading

Posted on June 08, 2022 in: General News

JoCo Library: Summer Reading

Parents! Be sure to drop by a Johnson County Library for some summer reading! Summer Reading 2022: Oceans of Possibilities, runs Saturday, June 4-Friday, July 29. Grab your reading log and all the details here! https://www.jocolibrary.org/our-stories/summer-reading-2022-ocean-poss...

summer reading, Johnson County Library

2022-23 School Lunch

Posted on June 04, 2022 in: General News

2022-23 School Lunch

lunch

School Supply Sale 2022-23

Posted on June 01, 2022 in: General News

School Supply Sale 2022-23

It's time to order 2022-23 School Supply packs! Click HERE or the image below to order.

EPI, school supplies

Last Day of School

Posted on May 23, 2022 in: General News

Last Day of School

9:15 am Mass in the Gym 12:00 Dismissal

last day, dismissal

From the desk of Mrs. Obershaw

Posted on May 22, 2022 in: General News

From the desk of Mrs. Obershaw

THE HOLY CROSS 2021-22 FIT CLUB MEMBERS 25 MILE CLUB: Caitlin Dolan, Nila Meyer, Elijah Bwami, Lily Kistner, Jax Roberts, Owen Ferraro, Mrs. Lemmon 50 MILE CLUB: Felipe Diaz, Ethan Greer, Emilio Campos 100 MILE CLUB: Addison S...

FIT Club, Mrs. Obershaw

Summer Fun: Now Hiring

Posted on May 21, 2022 in: General News

Summer Fun: Now Hiring

Looking for a fun way to spend your summer at the pool, laughing with kids, enjoying field trips and activities? Our Summer Camp team is looking for a few energetic, fun-loving staff members to join us for Aloha, Summer! Full and part-time positions are available as Camp Counselors. Counselors need ...

Coming Soon: Holy Cross Totally Talented Variety Show

Posted on May 20, 2022 in: General News

Coming Soon: Holy Cross Totally Talented Variety Show

Mark your calendars for the Holy Cross Talent Show on Monday, May 23 @ 2:00 p.m. in the Holy Cross Gym. Don't miss it! Hope to see you there!

Talent Show

Field Day: Friday, May 20

Posted on May 19, 2022 in: General News

Field Day: Friday, May 20

A note from Mrs. Obershaw: Parents, This is an out-of-uniform day. Please make sure the apparel is appropriate for school as well as for Field Day. **Please send a sack lunch with your child on Field Day. Thank you!

Field Day

Spirit Wear!

Posted on May 14, 2022 in: General News

Spirit Wear!

Need new Spirit Wear? Purchase here... https://ptloutfitters.com/affiliation/holy-cross-catholic-school

spirit wear

Graduation: Class of 2022

Posted on May 13, 2022 in: General News

Graduation: Class of 2022

Help us celebrate the Class of 2022!

8th grade, graduation

Wednesday, May 11: Parent Appreciation

Posted on May 10, 2022 in: General News

Wednesday, May 11: Parent Appreciation

We are incredibly blessed to have wonderful parents supporting our school. Thank you for all you do! We will be serving donuts and coffee as you drop off your kids to thank you for your support!

parent appreciation, coffee, donuts

Teacher Appreciation Week

Posted on May 06, 2022 in: General News

Teacher Appreciation Week

To all of the Holy Cross parents, and to our wonderful PTO led by Jennifer Morrissey, THANK YOU for your generous support of us this year, and especially this week. We are so happy to be a part of the Holy Cross Family!

PTO, Teacher Appreciation

May Hornet "Happenins"

Posted on May 04, 2022 in: General News

May Hornet "Happenins"

Here's what's happenin' in May!

May, calendar

May Crowning

Posted on April 29, 2022 in: General News

May Crowning

Join us on Monday afternoon for this beautiful Holy Cross tradition.

Sunday: Celebrating 35 Years!

Posted on April 29, 2022 in: General News

Sunday: Celebrating 35 Years!

Calling all Holy Cross Hornets and Alumni! Bring your family and come help us celebrate 35 years of excellence at Holy Cross Catholic School. Join us on Sunday, May 1st for 10:30 Mass at the Church, then head ofver to the school for lunch, tours and activities. We will have some special guests that ...

Enrollment Special!

Posted on April 28, 2022 in: General News

Enrollment Special!

35th Anniversay Enrollment Special! Save $35 per child on enrollment fees, April 24 - 30th ONLY. Click below to enroll: https://hccs.eduk12.net/familyregistration

enrollment, $35, discount

No Time to Spare: Bowling Party!

Posted on April 16, 2022 in: General News

No Time to Spare: Bowling Party!

It's back! The Holy Cross St. John's Bowling Party will be held on April 23rd, 7:00 - 11:00 pm at St. John's Catholic Club, 414 Barnett Ave, KCKS 66101. Contact Nancy Dennis nldennis14@gmail.com to sign up.

Celebration

April Hornet "Happenins"

Posted on April 08, 2022 in: General News

April Hornet "Happenins"

Here's what's happening for the month of April!

Kindergarten Roundup

Posted on April 06, 2022 in: General News

Kindergarten Roundup

Calling all Kindergartners for the 2022-2023 school year! We are screening our future Hornets on Friday, April 8. Call 913-381-7408 or email gradeschool@holycrosscatholicschool.com

Tech Balance Tips: Sign Up

Posted on March 26, 2022 in: General News

Tech Balance Tips: Sign Up

Families Are Struggling With Screen Time. Our Tech Balance Program Can Help. By Viviana Reverón Director, Audience Engagement and Distribution As we come out of the pandemic, screens have become the intermediary of many of our interactions, and naturally, young kids ...

March Hornet "Happenins"

Posted on March 10, 2022 in: General News

March Hornet "Happenins"

Check out the Hornet schedule for March!

newsletter

Enroll for 2022-23

Posted on March 10, 2022 in: General News

Enroll for 2022-23

It's time to enroll for 2022-2023! Click here for more information.

Summer Camp: HC Families, don't miss out!

Posted on March 09, 2022 in: General News

Summer Camp: HC Families, don't miss out!

Holy Cross Families, It's time to get registered for "Aloha Summer" HCSC 2022! Space is limited, and enrollment opens to families outside of Holy Cross on March 21, 2022. CAMP WILL FILL UP BEFORE MAY 1st! Please be sure to use the price list for Holy Cross upon enrolling, which...

Unbound: Thank you!

Posted on February 18, 2022 in: General News

Unbound: Thank you!

Thank you for helping Holy Cross Catholic School support our Unbound sponsored child, Elvis. Elvis is 7 years old and from Guatemala. Our students had a great time dropping their change into the fish tanks for a prize, and all funds go directly to Unbound in support of our sponsored child, ...

Feb 15 / Feb 22: Family Cyber Safety Nights

Posted on February 15, 2022 in: General News

Feb 15 / Feb 22: Family Cyber Safety Nights

Family learning that makes you safer. Play to Learn! K-5 children and a parent or guardian, join us online. FEB. 15, 6PM ET | 3PM PT *** FEB. 22, 9PM ET | 6PM PT FAMILY SIGN UP How can your family be safe online? By knowing how! That's what you and your K-...

February Hornet Happenings

Posted on February 14, 2022 in: General News

February Hornet Happenings

Here's what's happening in February!

Reconciliation: Congrats 2nd Grade!

Posted on February 09, 2022 in: General News

Reconciliation: Congrats 2nd Grade!

The following students received their Sacrament of Reconciliation for the first time this past Tuesday, February 8th, 2022. Please continue to keep the second graders and their families in your prayers during this year of sacramental preparation. Natalie Peter Sophia &n...

reconciliation

From the desk of Mrs. Obershaw

Posted on February 08, 2022 in: General News

From the desk of Mrs. Obershaw

NEW F.I.T. CLUB MEMBERS---October 22 to February 2 25 MILE CLUB: Owen Ferraro 50 MILE CLUB: Felipe Diaz, Lola Paul, Emilio Campos, 100 MILE CLUB: Alijah Newman, Jamie Erwin, Joey Erwin, Brody Bridges (125), Mrs. Bridges, Mrs. Obershaw (...

Important Note from Mrs. Wagner: Schedule Change

Posted on February 07, 2022 in: General News

Important Note from Mrs. Wagner: Schedule Change

calendar

Snow Day: Wednesday, February 2

Posted on February 01, 2022 in: General News

Snow Day: Wednesday, February 2

snow day

Sunday! Open House

Posted on January 28, 2022 in: General News

Sunday! Open House

Please join us for our Open House! Meet the staff, take a tour and find a new family to join! Holy Cross is an inviting and diverse community that provides a faith-centered space where all are welcome. We invite you to see for yourself what makes Holy Cross Catholic School the place for y...

Open House

Catholic Schools Week: Jan. 30 - Feb 6, 2021

Posted on January 26, 2022 in: General News

Catholic Schools Week: Jan. 30 - Feb 6, 2021

Get ready for Catholic Schools Week, 2022: Bee Faithful. Bee Excellent. Bee Stewards. **Please note the Sunday Mass time change to 8:30 a.m.******

out of uniform, Catholic Schools Week

Monday is Class Picture Day: Online Order Form

Posted on January 22, 2022 in: General News

Monday is Class Picture Day: Online Order Form

Hello Parents! A FUN and IMPORTANT event is about to happen at school! Holy Cross School Classroom Memory Mates 2022 Picture day: Thursday January 21, 2022 You will receive printed information about this, but if you did not, here is an easy way to order your student’...

picture day

Yearbook: Last Chance!

Posted on January 14, 2022 in: General News

Yearbook: Last Chance!

Time is running out to order your copy of the 2021-22 Holy Cross Yearbook. Order by Monday, January 31 to ensure your student has a copy on yearbook delivery day. Get your copy for $20. You can order online below, or use the attached .pdf form and return to the school offic...

yearbook

January Hornet Happenings

Posted on January 14, 2022 in: General News

January Hornet Happenings

January, what's happen

HC Christmas Program Links

Posted on December 24, 2021 in: General News

HC Christmas Program Links

Christmas

Hour of Code @ Holy Cross!

Posted on December 24, 2021 in: General News

Hour of Code @ Holy Cross!

This month, all Holy Cross students kindergarten through 8th grade, participated in the nationwide "Hour of Code" which is celebrated during Computer Science Education Week. Our students are building critical problem-solving skills while learning how to code. So far, Holy Cross studen...

technology, code, coding

Las Posadas

Posted on December 17, 2021 in: General News

Las Posadas

Las Posadas, Posada

Our Lady of Guadalupe Prayer Service

Posted on December 14, 2021 in: General News

Our Lady of Guadalupe Prayer Service

Our 4th graders, led by Mrs. Gittinger, presented the Our Lady of Guadalupe Prayer Service on Monday, December 13, 2021. This is a beautiful Holy Cross tradition, thank you Mrs. G and the 4th graders for bringing the beauty of Our Lady alive for all of us here!

4th grade, Our Lady of Guadalupe

Teacher & Staff Christmas Fund

Posted on December 10, 2021 in: General News

Teacher & Staff Christmas Fund

teacher fund, gift

SATURDAY: Breakfast with Santa!

Posted on December 03, 2021 in: General News

SATURDAY: Breakfast with Santa!

Santa

It's RED BAG time!

Posted on November 26, 2021 in: General News

It's RED BAG time!

Red Bag

November 30: Giving Tuesday

Posted on November 26, 2021 in: General News

November 30: Giving Tuesday

Update, we've exceeded our goal! Thank you so much to the 15 donors for making this happen! Let's see how many more students we can help out by giving them the gift of Catholic education. The donation link is live through December 5th. THANK YOU for your generosity! On Tuesday...

Giving Tuesday, iGive, Catholic

Flannel Up on Tuesday!

Posted on November 22, 2021 in: General News

Flannel Up on Tuesday!

flannel, Friendsgiving, out of uniform

November Calendar: What's Happenin' Hornets

Posted on November 19, 2021 in: General News

November Calendar: What's Happenin' Hornets

calendar, November

Sunday: Grandparent's Day Mass

Posted on November 16, 2021 in: General News

Sunday: Grandparent's Day Mass

Grandparent's & Special Person's Day

Book Fair Open Monday: 3 - 4:30 p.m. in the Library

Posted on November 05, 2021 in: General News

Book Fair Open Monday: 3 - 4:30 p.m. in the Library

ONLINE SHOPPING is available through November 12th! Here is the BOOK FAIR WEBPAGE. You can shop online, view the flyers & SIGN UP FOR ewallet. EWALLET Give your child a safe, cashless way to shop the Book Fair. This digital payment option can be used at the in-school Book Fair or onli...

book fair, library, read

Save the Date: Nov. 6 Trivia Night!

Posted on November 01, 2021 in: General News

Save the Date: Nov. 6 Trivia Night!

Trivia Night is back at Holy Cross! Does your team have what it takes to bring home the championship belt? Enjoy a great night with friends and support the 8th grade graduation fund. Click here for more details and sign up information: https://holycrosscatholicschool.com/.../Trivia%20Night.pdf...

Trivia Night, 8th grade

Conferences!

Posted on October 20, 2021 in: General News

Conferences!

Hello Parents, A few things to note about the Sign Up Genius link. 1. There are 10 slots on each time slot. There should only be one. The first person signed up will have that time slot. If you accidentally are the second or third person in a time slot, please rem...

conferences

The Book Fair Volunteers Needed

Posted on October 09, 2021 in: General News

The Book Fair Volunteers Needed

We've missed it, but our school Book Fair is BACK! Save the dates for Nov. 1 -5, 2021 to shop the Book Fair in the Library after school. We are looking for volunteers to help on those hopping days, with set up & take down, as well as Co-Chairs to help get it organized! Please visit the HC...

volunteer, book fair

Hornet Highlights: 2nd Grade

Posted on October 08, 2021 in: General News

Hornet Highlights: 2nd Grade

Second Grade Holy Cross Hornets are hard at work already this year! During our STREAM (Science, Technology, Religion, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) time our focus in September was Johnny Appleseed, different apples, bio-selection of apples, constructing apple catchers, and tasting diff...

Hornet Highlights, 2nd grade

No School on Friday or Monday

Posted on October 07, 2021 in: General News

No School on Friday or Monday

There will be no school on Friday, October 8th, or on Monday, October 11th. Teachers will be participating in School of Faith as well as Professional Development.

Hornet Highlights: Herbie's Store

Posted on October 01, 2021 in: General News

Hornet Highlights: Herbie's Store

Herbie the Hornet has a new store! As part of our Virtuous Behavior Formation, students earn stars or tickets. Students can save their earnings and use them to purchase rewards from Herbie's Store. Thank you so much to Mrs. Susan Smith and Mrs. Marian Petri for getting Herbie's Store up and ...

Hornet Highlights, Herbie Store

Picture Day!

Posted on September 23, 2021 in: General News

Picture Day!

Friday, October 1st is school picture day! Be sure to turn in picture money on THURSDAY. It is a full out of uniform day for students.

picture day

Our New Library/Tech/Makerspace!

Posted on September 10, 2021 in: General News

Our New Library/Tech/Makerspace!

Thank you so much to the Holy Cross Father's Club for their time and talent this summer knocking out a wall in the Libary to expand our space into the computer lab area. Holy Cross Hornets LOVE their new learning space!

Thank you, Mrs. G & the Garden Angels!

Posted on September 09, 2021 in: General News

Thank you, Mrs. G & the Garden Angels!

Did you know Mrs. G, with the help of her 4th graders last spring, planted and grew these beautiful flowers from seed? Thank you so much, Susan Gittinger, for all of your hard work planting, watering and tending to our front garden all summer. Thanks also to all of our volunteers for watering ...

volunteer

Thank you to the Girl Scouts!

Posted on August 27, 2021 in: General News

Thank you to the Girl Scouts!

Last spring, sophomore Grace Flynn and her Girl Scout Troop (all former Holy Cross students) completed their Silver Award by building us a Gaga Pit for the playground. Thank you so much! Our students LOVE playing Gaga Ball at recess every day!

Mom's Club Back to School HAPPY HOUR

Posted on August 21, 2021 in: General News

Mom's Club Back to School HAPPY HOUR

Mom's Club

Saturday is School Cleanup Day

Posted on August 11, 2021 in: General News

Saturday is School Cleanup Day

Hello! We still need help at School Clean Up Day this Saturday. Some of us will be working inside as well. Please join us! Sign Up to help HERE!

volunteer

SAVE THE DATE: Ice Cream Social!

Posted on August 09, 2021 in: General News

SAVE THE DATE: Ice Cream Social!

ice cream social

Thank you!

Posted on July 25, 2021 in: General News

Thank you!

Huge shout-out to our amazing dads for enduring the heat today to prepare the preschool playground for its new home. Thank you for all you do for our school! #hcstrong #fathersclub #thankyou

volunteer

Creating our Makerspace/Library & need your help!

Posted on July 20, 2021 in: General News

Creating our Makerspace/Library & need your help!

We are knocking out a wall in the Library and need your help! Please contact Anne Anderson, aanderson@holycrosscatholicschool.com if you can help during any of these shifts: July 26, 27, & 28: 6-8pm Moving books & moving shelving. Thank you so much for any time you can spar...

volunteer

Join us on Sunday!

Posted on July 14, 2021 in: General News

Join us on Sunday!

Open House

2021-22 School Supply List

Posted on July 05, 2021 in: General News

2021-22 School Supply List

school supply list

2021-22 Calendar at a Glance

Posted on July 02, 2021 in: General News

2021-22 Calendar at a Glance

2021- 2022 Calendar at a Glance August 9th Sign-Up Day August 18th First day of school/Noon Dismissal September 6th No School/Labor Day October 8th No School/SOF/Golf Tournament October 11th No School/STREAM: Teachers October 20th Conferences (5:00pm – 8:00pm) October 21st...

calendar

Land's End Uniform Sale

Posted on July 01, 2021 in: General News

Land's End Uniform Sale

Holy Cross is school # is 900142464

Where in the World are the HC Students?

Posted on June 25, 2021 in: General News

Where in the World are the HC Students?

Hey Hornets! We miss you but hope you're having a fun summer! Show us what you have been up to and all the new places you are exploring. This is all you need to do: 1. Take a picture of yourself somewhere new, wearing your Holy Cross Spirit Wear. It could be near, far, or at a Mass o...

Summer Office Hours

Posted on June 25, 2021 in: General News

Summer Office Hours

Please note the school office will be open this summer Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 8:00 am - 12:30 pm.

office

Can you help? The flowers are thirsty!

Posted on June 11, 2021 in: General News

Can you help? The flowers are thirsty!

volunteer

Uniform Sale!

Posted on June 09, 2021 in: General News

Uniform Sale!

uniforms

Look! We are in The Leaven!

Posted on June 05, 2021 in: General News

Look! We are in The Leaven!

8th Grade Broadcast Reaches Students in School and at Home

The Leaven

Washington DC Trip

Posted on May 27, 2021 in: General News

Washington DC Trip

We've arrived safely in DC, finally! After moving our trip from April 2020 to May 2021, 7th & 8th graders are so excited to be visiting our nation's capital. Our first day was packed with visiting the memorials, the Bible Museum and watching President Biden's helicopter ar...

Last Day of School!

Posted on May 27, 2021 in: General News

Last Day of School!

Have a great summer, Hornets! Be the Light in the summer sun!

Extended! School Supply Sale 2021-22

Posted on May 16, 2021 in: General News

Extended! School Supply Sale 2021-22

Hey Parents! We know you’ve got a lot on our plate right now. Make things a little easier to get prepared for next year. Order your 2021-22 school supplies today. You can order online OR print and use the paper flyer attached below. Just click and order an EPI pack today. Your s...

Congrats to our 2021 HC Grads!

Posted on May 15, 2021 in: General News

Congrats to our 2021 HC Grads!

Spring Concert 2021, 5th - 8th grade

Posted on May 14, 2021 in: General News

Spring Concert 2021, 5th - 8th grade

We LOVE our School Nurses!

Posted on May 12, 2021 in: General News

We LOVE our School Nurses!

From the desk of Mrs. Obershaw

Posted on May 11, 2021 in: General News

From the desk of Mrs. Obershaw

THIS YEAR’S F.I.T. CLUB MEMBERS 25 MILE CLUB: Anna Mentzer 100 MILE CLUB: Isaac Dixon (125), Joey Erwin, Jamie Erwin, Ms. Anderson (125) 200 MILE CLUB: Hunter Dixon (225), Mrs.Obershaw 300 MILE CLUB: Finley Kovar (...

Thank you!

Posted on May 10, 2021 in: General News

Thank you!

"What a great week to be a staff member at Holy Cross! The red carpet was rolled out for us this week. We had delicious lunches, chocolates, flowers, special posters, and the kindest notes from the best community in Overland Park, actually the best in the whole state of Kansas! If there was ...

May Crowning

Posted on May 06, 2021 in: General News

May Crowning

Our Holy Cross 8th graders honored our Mother Mary with May Crowing on Monday, May 3.

May Hornet Happenings

Posted on May 05, 2021 in: General News

May Hornet Happenings

calendar

Screen Free Week 2021

Posted on May 03, 2021 in: General News

Screen Free Week 2021

Holy Cross is celebrating @Screen-Free Week (May 3 – 9), the annual celebration where children, families, schools, and communities around the world swap digital entertainment for the joys of life beyond the screen. @Screen-Free Week is a fun way to reduce dependence on television, video games,...

Amazon Smile App

Posted on April 24, 2021 in: General News

Amazon Smile App

Want to help make a difference while you shop in the Amazon app, at no extra cost to you? Simply follow the instructions below to select "Catholic Church of the Holy Cross" as your charity and activate AmazonSmile in the app. They'll donate a portion of your eligible mobile app purchas...

April Hornet Happenings!

Posted on April 16, 2021 in: General News

April Hornet Happenings!

Please note! Friday, April 30 is a noon dismissal day (snow day make-up).

From the desk of Mrs. Obershaw

Posted on April 16, 2021 in: General News

From the desk of Mrs. Obershaw

NEW F.I.T. CLUB MEMBERS 25 MILE CLUB: Anna Mentzer 50 MILE CLUB: Jamie Erwin, Joey Erwin, Ms. Anderson 100 MILE CLUB: Mrs. Obershaw (175) 200 MILE CLUB: Hunter Dixon (225) 300 MILE CLUB: Finley Kovar ...

4/29 Mom's Club HAPPY HOUR

Posted on April 15, 2021 in: General News

4/29 Mom's Club HAPPY HOUR

8th grade Confirmation

Posted on April 09, 2021 in: General News

8th grade Confirmation

Congratulations to our 8th graders upon receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation Thursday night. You are a Child of God and faith, and you are loved.

Join the Kinder Crew!

Posted on April 04, 2021 in: General News

Join the Kinder Crew!

Copy of Come Join our Crew 5.5in by sbridges27

FULL DAY TK!

Posted on April 03, 2021 in: General News

FULL DAY TK!

March: Music in Our Schools Month!

Posted on March 28, 2021 in: General News

March: Music in Our Schools Month!

HC Broadcasters visit STA's HALO!

Posted on March 28, 2021 in: General News

HC Broadcasters visit STA's HALO!

Our Holy Cross Broadcast Team was invited to visit STA's Broadcast Team, HALO, this week! 8th graders Allie, Abril, Cooper, Erin and Evie had a chance to record in the HALO studio, build a telelprompter and come home with some STA merch. Our students had a such a great time and are ready to...

LEGOS Needed

Posted on March 18, 2021 in: General News

LEGOS Needed

Friends of Holy Cross, Are you cleaning out some extra toys? If you have some LEGO bricks or baseplates you no longer need, please send them to school for us to use in our Makerspace! I've been putting together some Build It Binders to use with classes and am planning to construct a...

TONIGHT! Free WEBINAR: Spoiled Right!

Posted on March 09, 2021 in: General News

TONIGHT! Free WEBINAR: Spoiled Right!

Spoiled Right:! Delaying Screens and Giving Children What They Really Need With Dr. Meghan Owenz Tuesday, March 9 7:30 PM ET | 4:30 PM PT Register For years, we’ve been told kids are spending too much time on screens. But, what if we focused on the activities we want them to be do...

March Hornet Happenings!

Posted on March 08, 2021 in: General News

March Hornet Happenings!

Lenten Dinners

Posted on March 06, 2021 in: General News

Lenten Dinners

Knights of Columbus Lenten Dinners are here!! March 5th (Benefits Holy Cross Church) Entrée Choice of one or the other – Battered Fried White Pollock Fish OR Baked Tilapia Fish Every entrée includes 3 sides and a dessert – carrots w/ brown sugar butter sauce, hom...

Parish Rosary & Stations of the Cross

Posted on March 02, 2021 in: General News

Parish Rosary & Stations of the Cross

Each Thursday during Lent at 7:00 pm, you are invited to join us in-person or virtually for a reflection led by Deacon Tim, followed by the prayer of the Rosary for our parishioners and the needs of our parish. This will be live-streamed on our Facebook page for those who would like to join us virtu...

Last DAY for Early Bird Enrollment

Posted on February 26, 2021 in: General News

Last DAY for Early Bird Enrollment

Today is the LAST DAY to take advantage of the Early Bird Discount! Be sure to include your registration payment with your forms.

Summer Camp Now Enrolling!

Posted on February 25, 2021 in: General News

Summer Camp Now Enrolling!

Click HERE for the 2021 Summer Camp packet!

New HC Spirit Wear Available

Posted on February 21, 2021 in: General News

New HC Spirit Wear Available

We've got spirit, yes we do! Check out our newest spirit wear options...Chiefs, Hornets and back by popular design, the heart HC design. You asked, we listened. Did you know when you purchase spirit wear from PTL Outfitters a portion of your purchase goes back to Holy Cross? We think that'...

Enflame Our Homes: Lenten Scripture Study

Posted on February 20, 2021 in: General News

Enflame Our Homes: Lenten Scripture Study

Archbishop Naumann has created a series of Lenten Study reflections on the Gospel readings for Ash Wednesday and the Sundays of Lent. Each reflection also includes a short personal witness of faith from a lay person in the Archdiocese. We’ve also created pdf guides for reflection/d...

NO SCHOOL WEDNESDAY 2/17

Posted on February 16, 2021 in: General News

NO SCHOOL WEDNESDAY 2/17

Holy Cross will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, February 17. We were not expecting consecutive snow days. Due to the lack of time for teachers to prepare, we will NOT conduct a remote learning model tomorrow. We will make a determination at a later date on how to make up this day. Thank y...

NO SCHOOL TUESDAY 2/16

Posted on February 15, 2021 in: General News

NO SCHOOL TUESDAY 2/16

Due to Wind Chill conditions being at an incredibly unique level with life-threatening concerns, there will be NO SCHOOL on Tuesday, February 16. Frostbite can set in within 5-10 minutes. Accumulating snow and dangerous roads are also a concern. This is our last snow day witho...

Red & White Out of Uniform on Thursday!

Posted on February 10, 2021 in: General News

Red & White Out of Uniform on Thursday!

5th grade Book Reports and Nursing Home Valentines

Posted on February 05, 2021 in: General News

5th grade Book Reports and Nursing Home Valentines

5th graders have been busy! We love seeing their Snowman Book Reports in the hallway, and they just finished making valentines for a nursing home nearby.

Catholic Schools Week fun!

Posted on February 05, 2021 in: General News

Catholic Schools Week fun!

Go Chiefs!

Posted on February 05, 2021 in: General News

Go Chiefs!

HC loves the CHIEFS!

Posted on February 05, 2021 in: General News

HC loves the CHIEFS!

Friday: Holy Cross & Chiefs SPIRIT DAY

Posted on January 30, 2021 in: General News

Friday: Holy Cross & Chiefs SPIRIT DAY

February Hornet Happenings

Posted on January 29, 2021 in: General News

February Hornet Happenings

Catholic Schools Week: Jan. 30 - Feb 6, 2021

Posted on January 29, 2021 in: General News

Catholic Schools Week: Jan. 30 - Feb 6, 2021

Last Chance to Order is January 30th!

Posted on January 14, 2021 in: General News

Last Chance to Order is January 30th!

Online yearbook sales are available this year. Yearbooks are $15 until December 1st, then $20 after this date. The last day to purchase a 2020-21 yearbook is January 30, 2021. Don't miss out!

Thursday is $1 Chiefs Day

Posted on January 13, 2021 in: General News

Thursday is $1 Chiefs Day

Our 8th graders are working hard to plan creatively for Catholic Schools Week, February 1-5, 2021. Tomorrow, January 14, students can bring in $1 for a Chiefs full out of uniform day. Proceeds will go to supplies and decorations for Catholic Schools Week. Go Chiefs!

4th Grade Breakfast Book Club

Posted on January 13, 2021 in: General News

4th Grade Breakfast Book Club

Happy New Year!

Posted on December 30, 2020 in: General News

Happy New Year!

Las Posadas

Posted on December 18, 2020 in: General News

Las Posadas

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YWyetk9wSuA

Holy Cross Christmas Concert

Posted on December 15, 2020 in: General News

Holy Cross Christmas Concert

Hour of Code @ Holy Cross!

Posted on December 14, 2020 in: General News

Hour of Code @ Holy Cross!

December Hornet Happenings

Posted on December 12, 2020 in: General News

December Hornet Happenings

Teacher & Staff Christmas Fund

Posted on December 11, 2020 in: General News

Teacher & Staff Christmas Fund

Enflame Our Homes

Posted on December 02, 2020 in: General News

Enflame Our Homes

#iGiveCatholic Giving Day December 1st

Posted on November 27, 2020 in: General News

#iGiveCatholic Giving Day December 1st

Parents--please complete a survey.

Posted on November 18, 2020 in: General News

Parents--please complete a survey.

Accreditation for Holy Cross is coming in January! During this process we get to take a deeper look into how we can improve. We need your help! Please fill out the below survey as we want to be better and need your guidance to do that. https://eprovesurveys.advanc-ed.org/surveys/#/action/148...

Free lunch during Remote Week!

Posted on November 17, 2020 in: General News

Free lunch during Remote Week!

Did you know you can order a free lunch even when we are remote? Take advantage of a free lunch! ORDER HERE: https://forms.gle/JY4PK3rU4PjwBJVi8

Red Bag Thank YOU

Posted on November 12, 2020 in: General News

Red Bag Thank YOU

Honoring our Veterans

Posted on November 06, 2020 in: General News

Honoring our Veterans

Ms. Holliday is creating a Veteran's Day presentation to be shown after mass on November 11th, 2020. Email her the following information to have loved ones included. HC Family Name Veteran's Name and relationship to HC students: Picture (optional) What branch did they serve in...

RED BAG gifts due Friday, 11-6!

Posted on November 04, 2020 in: General News

RED BAG gifts due Friday, 11-6!

NEED pictures for our All Souls' Day Mass

Posted on October 30, 2020 in: General News

NEED pictures for our All Souls' Day Mass

We want to honor our deceased loved ones with a slideshow for Monday's mass. Please send a photo to Sra. Growney, agrowney@holycrosscatholicschool.com, by Sunday to be included. Make sure to name the photo with your child's name and relation., i.e. Megan's Aunt Sally.

Through May 2021! Free lunch for Holy Cross Students!

Posted on October 29, 2020 in: General News

Through May 2021! Free lunch for Holy Cross Students!

Seamless Summer Program Extended through the school year! The Seamless Summer Program was offered by the United States Department of Agriculture during the stay at home order in the spring. They have extended the program so that our students will receive a free hot lunch from October 1 ...

Consecration to Jesus Through Mary

Posted on October 28, 2020 in: General News

Consecration to Jesus Through Mary

Join Us! Consecration to Jesus through Mary starting Nov. 5th. We will be using the book 33 Days to Morning Glory by Michael E. Gaitley which can be purchased on Amazon or at Trinity House. This will be done on your own with reminders and online using Facebook, videos on Formed and socially dis...

Grant Writer

Posted on October 22, 2020 in: General News

Grant Writer

If you are interested please contact Principal Melissa Wagner, mwagner@holycrosscatholicschool.com

Feast of St. Francis

Posted on October 02, 2020 in: General News

Feast of St. Francis

Don't forget! School picture day!

Posted on September 29, 2020 in: General News

Don't forget! School picture day!

Friday is school picture day! Be sure to turn in picture money on THURSDAY. It is an out of uniform day for students. Remote learners will have their pictures taken on RETAKE DAY, November 10th, 8:30-9:30am.

Red Monday!

Posted on September 25, 2020 in: General News

Red Monday!

Monday, September 28th Students can wear red, yellow, or white shirts with their uniform bottoms/jumpers. Go Chiefs!

Jack Weitkamp Memorial Golf Tournament

Posted on September 15, 2020 in: General News

Jack Weitkamp Memorial Golf Tournament

1st -8th grades Back to School Night

Posted on September 10, 2020 in: General News

1st -8th grades Back to School Night

Back to School Night (virtual) 1st-8th grades Thursday, September 17th 2 virtual meet sessions, 7:00 - 7:15 p.m. and 7:20 - 7:35 p.m. More info & Meet links forthcoming from your child's teachers.

Mom's Club Back to School HAPPY HOUR

Posted on September 10, 2020 in: General News

Mom's Club Back to School HAPPY HOUR

Please join us for Mom's Club Back to School Happy Hour! Friday, September 18th, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Strang Hall Courtyard 7313 W. 80th Street Downtown Overland Park Bring a chair and let's celebrate the start of a new school year!

Monday is Chipotle Night!

Posted on September 09, 2020 in: General News

Monday is Chipotle Night!

Make dinner a selfless act by joining us for a fundraiser to support Holy Cross Catholic School. Come in to the Chipotle at 6879 W. 91st Street, Overland Park, KS on Monday, September 14th between 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.. Show this flyer on your smartphone or tell the cashier you're supporting the...

Hornet Happenings

Posted on August 31, 2020 in: General News

Hornet Happenings

Happy Hornet

Posted on August 31, 2020 in: General News

Happy Hornet

Happy Hornet helps explain to all the Holy Cross students how the school building looks and feels different due to the adaptations made before the restart of the 20-21 school year. Watch Video

"Be the Light"

Posted on August 31, 2020 in: General News

"Be the Light"

Our Holy Cross parents showed us how to "Be the Light" this weekend. They volunteered their time to help get our school ready for Reopening on Monday, August 31. Thank you to everyone who came out to help including Fr. Mersmann. We are so blessed!

Holy Cross Happenings: Catholic Schools Week!

Posted on August 24, 2020 in: General News

Holy Cross Happenings: Catholic Schools Week!

Catholic Schools Week Catholic Schools Week is this week and we are asking students to bring canned goods to donate. Please send as many canned goods as you can with your student to school this week for a chance to put an ice cream sundae on their teacher. Our goal is collect at least 500 cans of...

Celebration Volunteers Are Still Needed!

Posted on August 24, 2020 in: General News

Celebration Volunteers Are Still Needed!

Celebration is the Holy Cross community’s biggest fundraiser of the year and if you are looking for ways to donate your time, talent or treasure to help this event be a success, there are still plenty of options. There is still time to donate items and even a little elbow grease as there ...

Movie Night and Golf Tournament!

Posted on August 24, 2020 in: General News

Movie Night and Golf Tournament!

Come out to the PTO Movie Night at Holy Cross this evening for a screening of Disney’s Zootopia! The weather looks to be perfect so bring your chairs, snacks and drinks and check out a good family movie under the stars! Please Bring To Donate: • Canned Dog/Cat Food • Soft Dog/...

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