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Welcome to Holy Cross School


We at Holy Cross School fully embrace the traditions and values of the
Catholic faith. Because we are a Catholic school of the Archdiocese of
Chicago, we can and do discuss morality and ethical behavior as it
relates to the students. There is a conscious effort to help our
students develop and maintain a value system that they will carry with
them into adulthood.


Our faculty and staff serve as role models to demonstrate a life of
faith and the Christian behavior we strive to develop in our students.
In religious education classes, teachers also explain the basic beliefs
of the Catholic Church, prepare students for the sacraments, and discuss
Scripture.


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Why Holy Cross School?


• We are focused on understanding the needs and potential for the whole child, mind, spirit and body.


• Our community is rooted in Catholic faith, love, and values.


• We value diversity and welcome students from a variety of backgrounds and faiths.


• We ensure students succeed academically by individualizing teaching and addressing special needs.


• We have integrated technology into the daily activities for all classrooms, including Smart Boards teacher laptops and websites.


• Our graduates enter advanced placement classes, become high school valedictorians and enter prestigious Universities.


• We offer before and after-school care, including most holidays, from 7:00 am to 5:30 pm.


• Our academic program is enriched by extracurricular activities including – Sports, Art, Music and Clubs.


• We work with families to make the investment affordable.


Principal and Pastor News

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Dear Parents,

Thank you for your interest in Holy Cross School. Holy Cross prides itself on its long standing tradition of forming the entire child, academically, spiritually, and socially. We offer this in a Gospel-based community environment, built on living out the Gospel message.

Holy Cross has a challenging, diversified curriculum that prepares each of its students to succeed throughout their academic career. Opportunities for social development are plentiful including extra-curricular activities and sports programs available to students. Spiritual growth is promoted through daily prayer, attendance and participation at Mass, and participation in various service projects from Pre K-8. Teachers also model their faith to help the students understand how to live out their faith.

Our goal is to help each child reach their greatest potential, and to foster lifelong faith learning and development of individuals’ talents and skills. Our staff of highly qualified and dedicated teachers, our loving parents, and our well-equipped facilities help our children reach their goals.

We recognize that communication with parents is vital for a student's success. Our faculty, office staff and school nurse are not only accessible but firmly believe in constant communication and the importance of the personal touch.

The best way for you to appreciate our school is to see us in action. Come and see our students and teachers at work. Talk with other parents and ask questions. We want to welcome you as part of the Holy Cross community. We are very proud of our school and invite you to join the Holy Cross School family.


Sincerely,

Janice DiVincenzo
Principal

Rev. Vincent F. Costello
Pastor

HOLY CROSS SCHOOL NEWS

THE GOLDEN RULE

Our Religious Theme for the Year

“Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” Matthew 7:12. The Golden Rule, also known as the Ethic of Reciprocity, is arguably the most consistent ethical principle in history. It is found throughout various cultures, religions, secular philosophies and indigenous traditions. As such, it lends itself to the building of cultural awareness and diversity, another theme we embrace at Holy Cross School. Chosen specifically by our staff to focus on cooperation and unity, this theme has special significance for us as we begin the new school year
 

UPCOMING EVENTS

2/10/2012

MARKET DAY 1:30 PM
7TH/8TH GR. DANCE 7-9 PM

2/15/2012

MUD-QUARTERS
SPIRIT WEAR ORDERS DUE

2/16/2012

TALENT SHOW TRYOUTS - Community Rm

2/17/2012

NO SCHOOL - INSTITUTE DAY

2/18/2012

NO SCHOOL- Presidents Day

Holy Cross School 720 Elder Lane Deerfield, IL 60015 (847) 945-0135
Last Modified: Tuesday, Feb. 07, 2012