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| Gross Catholic High School |
Greetings!
"Faith is required for God's work to be done." This simple phrase was included in my pastor's homily a few weeks ago as he shared his reflections on the Sunday readings. Simple words that have stayed with me as I reflect on the hope and promise of the 2012-2013 school year. There is no question that our work here at Gross Catholic is God's work and our mission is inspired by faith. According to our mission, we are "a faith and family based community committed to developing Christian leaders through educational excellence in the Marianist tradition." We are supported in this mission by our parents, alumni, and community, and we are blessed with the gift of our students that have been entrusted to our care. In moving forward, it is ultimately our faith that will guide and sustain us. And it is our faith that will bring us success in our work.
As we open our doors this August, we especially welcome those who are joining our Cougar family and we assure you that this will now be your home. Also, our best wishes are with those who have left Gross Catholic to continue their life's journey down a different path. You remain in our thoughts and prayers and are reminded that this will forever be your home and you are always welcome.
Yes, the start of the new school year is met with much excitement and anticipation. We look forward to the future and believe, "Faith is required for God's work to be done". And so, we begin . . . .
Sincerely, Dr. Dorothy A. Ostrowski President |
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Make Your Gift to the Annual Fund Today!
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We rely on your generosity in supporting scholarships and financial aid for our students. Help us continue to assist families through our Individual Tuition Plan program.
Make your gift to the annual fund today! |
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$24.6 million in college scholarships over the last four years! |
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 As the summer days shorten and start to fade into fall, a new school year approaches. With great anticipation, educators and students begin to consider the change a new year brings. It is a fresh start with new goals and plans to achieve those goals. Some of our students graduated to a different stage in their lives, no longer a high school student, but moving on to college and the future that holds so much promise. Some of our students step through the doors of Gross Catholic for the first time as freshman. Both our graduating seniors and incoming freshmen face a great change in their lives.
As the new principal at Gross Catholic High School, I too face a change. I am leaving behind what is familiar and moving to an exciting new opportunity. Sometimes change no matter how positive can cause feelings of fear and anxiety. I look to Isaiah 41:13 to draw strength, "For I am the Lord, your God, who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you."
I am anxious to get started working with the staff and students at Gross Catholic High School, building on our traditions to propel us into the future.
Sincerely, John Schultz Principal |
| Provide an Integral, Quality Education |
 Remindersfor the First Days of School
Copies of class schedules will be mailed home. Students should check their advisory number as they may have changed. Changes to class schedules may be made the first week with a $10 fee. See your counselor for details.
Student health information forms for each student must be returned to the office the first week of school. These forms are in your back-to-school mailing.
Textbooks must be purchased or rented and in your student's hands by August 20. Order textbooks NOW from the Follett Virtual Bookstore. If a class is not listed, there is not a book for that class. Some unlisted classes may use OPS loan books to be distributed in class.
All students, grades 9-12, must get their identification pictures taken by Pyles Studios on Monday, August 20. Students should be in dress code and should get their picture taken during lunch or free period. Order forms will be mailed and additional forms are available through our school office. |
 EdlineAccount Activation
Edline allows parents and students to monitor the student's academic progress and communicate, via email, with teachers. The Edline activation information for freshmen and transfer student PARENT ACCOUNTS, as well as access information for parents who have yet to activate their account, will be mailed home. Parents who have utilized Edline in the past will maintain the same account. Freshmen and transfer students will set up their accounts here at school during the first few days. Parents or students needing additional help should email Mr. Jim Homan or contact him through our school office. |
 Fall Sports Parents Meeting Monday, August 13 at 7:00 pm Parents of all students planning on participating in a Fall Sport are REQUIRED to attend an informational meeting regarding all fall sports (Football, Volleyball, Softball, Cross Country, Girls Golf & Boys Tennis).
Any student participating in athletics MUST have a current physical and the green clearance/parental consent form on file before being allowed to practice or tryout. Athletes should pick up their permit to participate card in the office starting August 6 from 8:30 am - 1:30 pm.
Concussion Awareness Act On April 18, 2011, LB 260 - "The Concussion Awareness Act" was signed into law with the intent to protect youth participating in athletics across the state from the dangers of concussions. In your back-to-school mailing is a Parent / Student Athlete Concussion Information and Fact Sheet as well as an Acknowledgement Form. Please read this information! All students participating in athletics MUST have this form signed and returned to Gross Catholic. If the student is participating in a fall sport, please return this form to the coach the first day of practice. If they are participating in a winter or spring sport, please return the form to the school office the first week of school. Athletes will NOT be allowed to participate until this form is signed by a parent and the student athlete. |
| Educate for Formation in Faith |
 Volunteers Needed for Student Retreats
Campus Ministry is looking for adults, college age and up, who would like to volunteer to assist our students on retreat. Participants could help in a variety of ways from providing hospitality to assisting with service projects to leading a table of students in their retreat experience.
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 Senior Sunrise Breakfast Friday, August 17 at 7:30 am Student Commons
National Honor Society would like to invite all seniors to begin their year with a spirit of family fellowship. Friday, August 17, NHS is hosting its 5th annual Senior Breakfast. Seniors are invited to come together for breakfast, catered by Summer Kitchen Cafe, before their first day of school.
The money raised at this breakfast is used to purchase a class gift and to provide a $500 scholarship to an incoming student. The cost is $15 for breakfast or $20.13 if students would like to contribute to the senior gift and scholarship. Please watch your mail for additional information and registration forms. Questions, please email Michele Sweetmon. |
 Freshman/Transfer Parent & Student Orientation and Ice Cream Social Thursday, August 16 6:30 - 7:30 pm with Ice Cream Social at 7:30 pm
All freshmen and at least one parent/guardian MUST attend this orientation meeting. Transfer students and parents are also welcome. You will receive important information regarding our academic, athletic & activity, Dux Esto, technology & development programs.
Meet other freshman parents at the ice cream social following the meeting!
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 Casino Night Saturday, August 18 6:30 - 11:00 pm in Student Commons Join us for the 8th annual Gross Catholic Volleyball, Wrestling and Track Casino Night!
The cost is $25 per person and includes: Dinner & Dessert, Beer, Margaritas, Pop and $5 in chips to start you rollin'! All proceeds benefit Cougar Volleyball, Wrestling and Track. Guests must be 21 years of age or older. Register before August 1 to receive an additional $5 in chips! Contact Chris Gannon for more information. |
 Junior Cougar Basketball Sign-ups August 21, 23 & 28 6:00 - 7:30 pm Commons Junior Cougar Basketball is for girls in grades 5-8 and boys in grades 3-8. Everyone makes a team to have the opportunity to work with high school coaches, learn skills, improve techniques, and find out more about the Cougar basketball programs.
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 Cougar Classic Golf Tournament Monday, September 24
11:00 am at Platteview Country Club Join us for a wonderful day of golf supporting Cougar athletics and activities! Begin your day with a golfer's lunch, tournament shot-gun start, pin prizes on every hole, and door prizes, followed with dinner and awards! Foursomes are still available. Register online today! |
 Visit Our Website News, Calendars, Activity Schedules & Results Visit us on our Facebook page and subscribe to our Twitter feed, too! That way, you won't miss the latest news stories! Check out our new Cougar Blog to see what our students, alumni & staff have to say! |
| Gross Catholic High School |
 About UsGross Catholic High School is a faith and family based community committed to developing Christian leaders through educational excellence in the Marianist tradition.
We are an Archdiocesan college-preparatory school sponsored by the Marianist Province of the United States.
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