Dear Holy Cross Family and Friends,
And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of Heavenly host praising God, and saying, "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men." Luke 2: 13-14

As we enter the holiday season, I wish God's many blessings on you and your family. I thank you for the warm welcome I have received at Holy Cross School, and I look forward to a New Year filled with joy and prosperity for our school community. We truly have angels in our faculty and staff, and we thank you for allowing us the privilege of working with your children as they strive to reach their full potential. There is much to celebrate at this fantastic school!
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Patti Culbreth
Principal

High School & Middle School Service Hours Parents, this is a reminder that students should have met half of their service hour requirements by January 14th (which is the end of the semester). Requirements are as follows:
Middle School Service Hour Requirements a. 6th, 7th and 8th grades: 15 hours
for the year. b. Students must turn in "Reflection Paper" at the end of first and second semester. High School Service Hour Requirements
a. Freshmen-20 hours
b. Sophomores-25 hours c. Juniors-30 hours d. Seniors-35 hours Forms for service hours can be found on the bulletin board in the cafeteria or from religion teachers.
Element ary/Middle School Drama Club Proudly Presents - Willy Wonka This spring the Elementary/Middle School Drama Club will present Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory on May 27-28. Audition times will be sent out during the Christmas holidays. Please make sure your student has returned their audition form. If your child would like to audition for the show, please email Mrs. Shenigo at shenigo_a@hcrs-va.org no later than Dec. 27th. If you have any questions, please feel free to email Mrs. Shenigo.
Spirit Week at Holy Cross School will be held the week of January 10, 2011. Use the holidays to prepare your special spirit opportunities!!
Monday: Pajama Day Ever feel like you just want to roll out of bed and come to school? This is your chance to do that! Wear your favorite P.J. tops and bottoms, slippers and robe. Make sure your hair is a mess and bring your stuffed animal! Don't forget to brush your teeth! Tuesday: Twin Day Grab your best friend or favorite teacher and make yourselves look like "twins." Dress alike from head to toe by wearing matching shoes, hats or clothing. Then spend the day acting alike, talking alike and doing everything the same. Drive your friends crazy, and even eat the same kinds of foods for lunch.
Wednesday: Crazy Outfit Day Did your mom give you the craziest or most colorful outfit ever for Christmas? If so, here is your chance to make her happy and wear it to school. Wear the silliest coordination of shirts, pants, shoes, socks and hats. Tuck those pant legs into your socks- we won't care! Thursday: Sports Day Get out your favorite team jersey or wear your favorite pro or college team c olors. If you don't have a favorite team, dress in your favorite sports attire such as tennis clothes, a cheerleading outfit, or any other sports apparel that interests you. Friday: Green & White Day
On Green & White day, wear your school colors and show off your school pride. Students who are on a team or in a Spirit organization will commonly wear their uniforms or team T-shirts on this day.
Knights of Columbus Free Throw Contest will be held at Holy Cross Regional Catholic School on January 9, 2011, at 2:00 p.m. All boys and girls ages 10 - 14 are invited to participate in this contest. Participants are required to provide proof of age and entry forms with written parental/guardian consent. For additional information contact Jeff Nauful at 434-221-6364 or syms@yahoo.com. We wish all of you a Merry Christmas and a prosperous new year! In celebration of the Christmas holiday, the next E-Crossette will be sent out on Sunday, Jan 2, 2011. Please submit all articles by Saturday, Jan. 1, at 6 pm. Merry Christmas!

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