Holy Cross Thunderbolt Newsletter
March 22 , 2021
Beauty From Ashes
Dear God,
In this season of Lent we’re reminded of our own difficulties and struggles. Sometimes the way has seemed too dark. Sometimes we feel like our lives have been marked by such grief and pain, we don’t see how our circumstances can ever change. But in the midst of our weakness, we ask that you would be strong on our behalf. Lord, rise up within us, let your Spirit shine out of every broken place we’ve walked through. Allow your power to be manifest through our own weakness, so that others will recognize it is You who is at work on our behalf. We ask that you would trade the ashes of our lives for the beauty of your Presence. Trade our mourning and grief for the oil of joy and gladness from your Spirit. Trade our despair for hope and praise. We choose to give you thanks today and believe that this season of darkness will fade away. Thank you that you are with us in whatever we face, and that you are greater than this trial. We know and recognize that you are Sovereign, we thank you for the victory that is ours because of Christ Jesus, and we are confident that you have good still in store for our future. We thank you that you are at work right now, trading our ashes for greater beauty. We praise you, for you make all things new.
In Jesus’ Name,
Amen.
Upcoming Dates
March 24 - Grade 3/4 Lenten Penance Service
March 25 - SAC Dress Down Day
March 25 - Grade 5/6 Lenten Penance Service
March 25 - Birder Acting Class 2:50-3:50 for those who registered
March 26 - Adoration and Grades 2/7/8 Lenten Penance Service
March 31 - HCS Happy Joe's Fundraiser 11AM - 8PM
April 1 - Birder Acting Class 2:50-3:50 for those who registered
April 2 - No School - Good Friday
April 5 - No School - Easter Monday
COVID Issues
In order to best manage the spread of the virus - we ask that you report any exposure and testing to school.
- How to prevent the spread of COVID-19
- Allergies, Cold, Flu, or COVID-19
- Decision Tree for People with COVID-19 Symptoms
For families who have questions relative to handling COVID matters, GRACE is partnering with Prevea Health and has a Nurse Help Line. Please call 920-272-3539 if you have any questions to your family's health and COVID.
HCS Weekly COVID Report 3/18/21
# Adults Positive = 0
Cold and flu season is upon us. We ask that you be attentive to those symptoms that also are indicative of COVID-19. PLEASE keep your children home with these symptoms to avoid the spread.
WISCONSIN PARENTAL CHOICE PROGRAM
The Wisconsin Parental Choice Program allows students in designated preschool programs through seventh grade (who meet entry, residency and eligibility requirements) to receive state aid for their full tuition and attend one of our GRACE schools. Program criteria is specific, and families must apply during the open application period in order to qualify (late applications are not accepted).
The application period for the 2021-2022 academic year opens Feb. 1 and ends April 15, 2021. Please apply early and plan accordingly. In addition to submission of the online application, all required application documentation must be received by GRACE's Outreach Administrator prior to 4 p.m. on April 15, 2021 (late materials will not be accepted).
For more information, please visit gracesystem.org/voucher-program.
GRACE TUITION ASSISTANCE
The GRACE Financial Aid Program supports more than 250 students each year. As more families seek faith-based education, the GRACE Board of Trustees continues to grow the program. The establishment of scholarship endowments also helps keep program funding at levels to meet family requests.
GRACE Financial Aid is available to families who have students enrolled in kindergarten through eighth grade in addition to ninth grade at St. John Paul II Classical School.
The online Financial Aid application portal for the 2021-2022 academic year is now open. After the online enrollment process is completed, a GRACE family who enrolls K-9 students may apply for financial aid online via TADS. The deadline to apply is May 1, 2021, and award determinations will occur in early June.
For information on enrolling for the 2021-2022 academic year, please visit gracesystem.org/enrollment.
In addition to the GRACE award, many of the Catholic parishes and schools also work with GRACE to make additional funds available to assist qualifying families. Inquire with your school principal to learn about school-specific assistance.
Fr. Thomas Hagendorf Scholarship for Holy Cross Parishioners
The Fr. Thomas Hagendorf Scholarship Fund was established upon the passing of this committed pastor in 2013. Many school and parish families at the time wanted to donate to “something” in Fr. Tom’s honor, which in turn, became the Scholarship Fund for Holy Cross families which is managed by Parish leadership. Fr. Tom was such a strong supporter of Catholic education, so this fund was designed to honor his memory and assist families with providing a Catholic education for their children. The fund was established with those memorial donations at the time of his death, and since has been funded by private donations from parish families and private donors.
The awards granted are for Holy Cross Parish families with children who attend Holy Cross, Notre Dame Academy or Holy Cross Faith Formation. These families must be in good standing at the time of application. Applications for Holy Cross School or NDA should be submitted AFTER applying for financial aid through the GRACE or NDA Programs. Upon determination of award from that program, families are encouraged to apply for the Fr. Thomas Hagendorf Scholarship by calling our Holy Cross Parish Office at: 920-468-0595. These applications and applications from Faith Formation families are due to the Parish by Friday, October 1, 2021.
Holy Cross Lentopoly
Required Third Source Funding (TSF) Tracking:
As you are aware, SAC has created an easy way for families to track their required Third Source Funding Hours. These TSF Hours are an obligation as outlined in your tuition contract under Site Participation Requirements. Holy Cross Families are responsible for 5 TSF Hours each year. These TSF Hours are received as families volunteer to help with main fundraisers such as the Annual Auction For Education and the upcoming Spring Golf Outing. Please use the TSF Reporting Document found on the Holy Cross website (and below) for easy reporting and documentation of your time.
Holy Cross SAC has worked to continue to build community while still achieving our financial objectives. Please keep in mind that we need to continue to work together as the Holy Cross family by giving of time, talent, and treasure so that we not only meet the financial requirements for the tangible elements of the school, but also that we are providing the spiritual, loving, nurturing, and educational environment that our children deserve. That can only be accomplished with everyone’s effort.
GRACE GOLD
GRACE: GOLD SUMMER CAMP
The course catalog and schedule for our 2021 GRACE: Gold Summer Camp is now available and can be viewed at gracesystem.org/about-grace/grace-gold-summer-camp. The summer enrichment program returns for its fourth year in 2021, encompassing spirituality, academics and social skills through fun, innovative classes. The weeks of camp include: July 5-9, July 12-16, July 19-23 and July 26-30. Morning sessions are 8 to 11 a.m., and afternoon sessions are 12 noon to 3 p.m. The early registration period runs from March 1-7 (the enrollment fee is waived during this period). Regular registration begins March 8. For more information about camp, please visit the aforementioned weblink.
Chicken-Cam
Feel free to take a peek through the end of April. You can view it from any device. Enjoy!
Use this link and login info to watch:
login: minicam
password: 4Plants
HCS PIANO ANNOUNCEMENT/REMINDER:
There will be NO lessons the weeks of March 22, March 29, April 5 and April 12.
The regular lesson schedule will resume on April 19.
Spring Has Sprung!
Students start plants early under grow lights
Fall Bulbs Peek Through
Contact Us
Email: kpeterson@gracesystem.org
Website: holycrossfamily.org
Location: 3002 Bay Settlement Road, Green Bay, WI, USA
Phone: 920-468-0625
Facebook: facebook.com/holycrossfamily