Holy Cross of San Antonio

Let's Make Memories Together!

Behind A Lens will once again be the official photographer for the 2024-2025 school year.  We learned tremendously from last year’s experience and have curated this year’s program to better suit the needs of our community. There are only two packages to choose from - the Basic Photo Package and the Premium Photo Package . Our 8th grade and seniors can Add On a Graduation package to their  Premium Photo Package  that will memorize the special event.  As before, all families will . . .

Remembering Aaron

Aaron was born on December 18, 1976, and would have turned 48 years old this December. Although he passed away over 30 years ago, his memory lives on. Aaron grew up in a single-parent household after losing his father at the age of three. Despite this, he took on the role of a leader in his home as he matured. At a young age, Aaron discovered his faith in Christ and learned about the goodness and love of God. Before his freshman year at Holy Cross, Aaron attended Lakeview Baptist School and Longfellow Middle School. One Friday . . .

Holy Cross Online Credit Recovery Program

Holy Cross is proud to offer self-paced online classes of credit recovery this school year. Any student in the state of Texas who is interested in recovering credits for graduation is invited to enroll in the program. Please note that this is not designed for credit advancement, but rather for recovering classes not passed in previous school years. Please see a important information below. Fields Of Study Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry English I, English II, English III World Geography, World . . .

Brother William Dooling, CSC Endowed Scholarship

I had the honor of celebrating Brother Dooling’s 80th birthday this summer. It was an evening filled with stories that reminded me just how blessed we are as a school community to have had Brother Dooling as a teacher, principal, and now the namesake of our newest scholarship. Below you will find a tribute from his family establishing a scholarship in his name. If you feel so inclined to support the Brother William Dooling, CSC Endowed Scholarship, please click the button below and enter Brother Dooling Scholarship . . .

Angel E. Cedillo Scholarship

DESCRIPTION A scholarship has been established in honor of Angel E. Cedillo, a class of 2007 graduate.  It is the hope of Angel’s family that this scholarship will help bridge that financial gap that often keeps students from attending Holy Cross.   Angel was a good student who loved to play ball.  He respected his teachers and coaches and he loved his teammates.  The Cedillo Family and those who loved Angel who support this scholarship consider these qualities of . . .

Are You Interested in Teaching at Holy Cross?

We seek dynamic individuals who understand the Mission of Holy Cross of San Antonio  to join our staff. If you believe you have what it takes to be a member of our school, please email Dr. Escobedo, our principal,  and Mr. Vasquez, our Academic Dean,  your cover letter and resume. We are seeking qualified applicants for the following positions:     Full-Time or Part -Time Band Instructor/Director    

2022 Middle School Scholar Knight Awards

May 2, 2022

On April 27, 2022 6th and 7th graders received awards at our Annual Scholar Knights for their dedication to their studies.  By teacher nomination, students were recognized in their respective classes.   Additionally, the students with the top grade in the course received the subject pin award for that subject.  We are very proud of our Scholar Knights and hope you will enjoy the pictures of the event shared on this web page Congratulations, Knights!!!   N.B. To find your the . . .

2022 Spring National Honor Society Induction Ceremony

Educating the heart and the mind has always been a hallmark of our Holy Cross legacy.  November 20, 2020 added to this legacy as it marked a milestone for 20 studious juniors and seniors as they were inducted into the Moreau Chapter of the National Honor Society.  Their commitment to scholarship, leadership, service, and character led them to be heroic examples of a Holy Cross Scholar -- following in the footsteps of many Holy Cross leaders who now impact the world on a daily basis.  We can't wait to see . . .

Moreau Days -Educating Hearts & Minds through a four day academic school week

  Named in honor of our founder, Father Moreau, who said, “our students should not be ignorant of anything they should know,” our Moreau Days help students validate the learning received Monday through Thursday by contextualizing those lessons into tangible real-world experiences and learning sessions.    These experiences include Christian Service experiences, AP Exam Prep, PSAT/SAT Exam Prep, NWEA Testing, Class Retreats, Class Spiritual Experiences, Field Trips, a structured . . .

Purchase Your Thanksgiving Meal Tickets!

Purchase your Thanksgiving Luncheon Tickets.   Student Name Student Grade Parent Name E-mail Primary Phone Payment Amount $   7.50 Per meal  Student's meal also must be . . .

Senior Ring Ceremony

Parents,  As a gesture of gratitude, please accept these photos as a gift to you for the constant support and trust you extend to us here at Holy Cross. Please download these memories so that you may have this senior milestone documented for your child for years to come. Thanks again,  Holy Cross Administration

Ready for August 16?

    We encourage our Holy Cross Families to view the list of resources below to ensure their son/daughter are prepared for a successful school year:   First Day Ready Checklist for New Students Student Orientation Dates School Supply List  Physical Evaluation Form - Middle School Athletes Only Physical Evaluation Form - High School Athletes Only Academic Team Introduction from Mr. Richard Vasquez Fine & . . .

Lenten Resources 2021

Feb 22, 2021

      Lenten Spiritual Resource Packet 2021         Welcome and thank you for sharing the opening of the holy season of Lent with us.  It is our hope that you will find the spiritual packet we have prepared for you useful during these next forty days.  In it you will find some tools to help you this lenten season.  Of these the two most helpful would be our fasting calendar and a rosary.  It is our hope that you will . . .

Class of 2021 Ring Ceremony

Dec 5, 2020

  What a long time we have waited, but the Holy Cross Class of 2021 finally has finally had their Ring Ceremony. While it was definitely different and a semester late, the same spirit of accomplishment, pride, and Holy Cross Family was present just as much as it ever has been.   Congratulations seniors...your best is yet to come.   To commemorate this blessed event we are providing photos for download for our families.  Please click on one of the photos on the left to . . .

NJHS Induction Ceremony 2020

Educating the heart and the mind has always been a hallmark of our Holy Cross legacy.  So, when our students experience milestones we must celebrate them -- on November 13, 2020 we did just that with our NJHS Induction ceremony.  To commemorate this blessed event we are providing photos for download for our families.  Please click on the photo on the left to enter the gallery.   Congratulations, knights!!    

2020 - 2021 Reopening Plans

The Holy Cross of San Antonio COVID-19 response information can be found on this webpage.  In this time of uncertainty, please know that Holy Cross is committed to placing the the health and safety of our community is our primary concern and all recent decisions concerning our 2020-2021 reopening have been made with the upmost consideration and review of all the facts available.   For this reason, the one item of our plan that has remained constant is the our first day of school will be August 17th.  Due . . .

Summer Academic Projects

Jun 15, 2020

It is that time of year again.  Holy Cross is unveiling its Academic Summer Projects, formerly known as Summer Math and Summer Reading.  This year we will be utilizing Apex to help our students hone skills that are needed for success in their next grade level and, for the upper grades, some SAT practice skills.  You are probably asking yourself, so what do I have to do?  The answer to this question is very simple, log on to Apex find the classes labeled Summer Math Project and Summer English Project and get . . .

Real Learning

Brother Rene once told us during a sophomore Biology class, “Never let a teacher or a book get in the way of your education.”  At the time, this wisdom was wasted on a room full of confused 16-year-olds who had spent most of their education adhering to the strictures of uncompromising nuns, religious brothers, priests, and good old-fashioned parents.  The idea that there was an education that could be gleaned outside of religious doctrines, scientific formulas, mathematical equations, historical analyses, or the . . .

Buena Gente

Apr 23, 2020

A few years ago Augie Cerna ’65 came up to me after a softball playoff game in Three Rivers and offered his congratulations.  I told him how much we appreciated his making the trip to support us, after all he had no immediate family on the team and Three Rivers is over an hour away from San Antonio. He then handed me $100 and told me to get the girls something on the way home.  Augie has since shown his generosity since that first time in Three Rivers a couple of more times after playoff games.   His . . .

Thoughts and a Thank You

I was probably nine years old the first time I got to meet a Holy Cross Brother.  It happened in our humble home on Ellor Street one Christmas Eve.  It’s easy to remember that day because nine-year-olds have indelible memories when it comes to Santa Claus.  As I look back, however, for the purpose of this evening, the snapshot that I hold in my memory of two strangers sipping coffee and eating bunelos around my mom’s kitchen table holds a significance that I hope touches all those who have come to honor this . . .

COVID-19 Instructional Plan

Mar 16, 2020

Being prepared for anything that may occur is something that Holy Cross tries to teach our students everyday.  We feel that this is a hallmark for true success in both academics and life itself.  We are happy to announce that, though no one envisioned a viral outbreak to be the occurrence that highlights this, we are fully prepared to begin online instruction with minimal adjustment on March 18, 2020. THE PLAN Holy Cross teachers are ready to implement instruction in a manner that includes online Apex . . .

Health and Safety Update

April 17, 2020 H oly Cross Family: Undoubtedly you have heard the unfortunate, though not surprising, news that schools in the state of Texas will remain closed for the remainder of the school year.  Though not the desired result for any of us, this decision brings some sense to the uncertainty that we have all been facing during this time. Throughout our time apart, please know that we have been preparing to celebrate the many hallmark events for our students.    We are . . .

In memory of Coach Timba

The Holy Cross Family mourns the loss of Michael Anthony Gutierrez, '76. Generations of Holy Cross athletes will fondly remember him as Coach Timba. Please find his obituary at the link below. Michael Anthony Gutierrez We are humbled and honored to know that one of Coach Timba's wishes was, in lieu of flowers, a donation be made in his name to Holy Cross of San Antonio. For your convenience, you may complete the donation form below.       . . .

Moreau Province Donation Challenge

The Moreau Province will announce in November a gift to the school of $250,000.00! THIS IS A MATCHING GIFT.   We need everyone to help us reach this $250,000 match. Please share this page with all you know who can help us accomplish this goal. Below simply fill out this form and make your donation count TWICE!  Yes, I will make a commitment for a donation. First Name Middle Name Last . . .

Gabriel ‘72 and Zonia Castillo Leadership Scholarship

Purpose : The Gabriel and Zonia Castillo Leadership Scholarship honors the enduring legacy of Gabriel Castillo and his late wife, Zonia Castillo. Gabriel “Super” Castillo, is a distinguished graduate and Alumni of Holy Cross, class of ‘72. Both Gabriel and Zonia were passionate advocates and unwavering supporters of Holy Cross and the Catholic school community. The met in High School, Zonia attending Providence High School and Gabriel at Holy Cross. They married soon after High School and started . . .