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Holy Cross Regional Catholic School E-Crossette
April 14, 2013
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April 15
chicken nuggets
garden salad
celery & peanut butter
fresh fruit
April 16
cheese quesadilla
garden salad
fresh fruit
April 17
sloppy joe
garden salad
potato wedges
fresh fruit
April 18
chicken patty sandwich
garden salad
tater tots
fresh fruit
April 19
spaghetti
garden salad
parmesan bread sticks
fresh fruit
April 22
taco with taco toppings
taco salad
chips & salsa
fresh fruit
April 23
Hamburger
garden salad
chips
fresh fruit
April 24
ham & cheddar rolls
garden salad
macaroni & cheese
fresh fruit
April 25
assorted sandwiches
chef's specialty soup
chips
garden salad
fresh fruit
April 26
EARLY DISMISSAL
cheese sandwiches
garden salad
fresh fruit
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ANNOUNCING RETIREMENT PLANS FOR CLOYD AND SCHEMMEL
With bittersweet emotions, we announce the retirement at the end of this school year of two of our most seasoned and talented teachers, Mr. Bill Cloyd and Mrs. Sherry Schemmel. These teachers are legends, and we celebrate the years of service they have given to our families. We know they deserve time to relax with family and friends and to pursue their many interests, but we find it hard to let them go!
Bill Cloyd has devoted 39 years of teaching excellence to Holy Cross after joining our faculty in 1974. Mr. Cloyd attended VMI and served in the US Army before entering the field of education. He began at Holy Cross as a Guidance Counselor but soon accepted the responsibilities of teaching English 11 and English 12. Several years later, Mr. Cloyd added US History, AP US History, AP US Government and AP English Literature to his class load; his AP students regularly score high on the annual AP exam due to his careful preparation. Mr. Cloyd also served as the Forensics Coach for more than 30 years and his students won accolades across the state due to his guidance. He and his wife, Dawn, have two daughters, Margaret and Elizabeth, and six grandchildren. Bill looks forward to having time to travel and time to spend with his grandchildren in his retirement years.
Sherry Schemmel has been part of the foundation of our elementary program for the past 26 years, joining our faculty after enrolling her own children here. Sherry's love for her faith, her vocation and her "seconds" is enormous. If you have not been "Schemmelized" then you have not visited her classroom. Sherry attended parochial schools from K through graduate school and believes strongly in the value of a Catholic school education - the 4 Rs (reading, writing, arithmetic and religion). Sherry will tell you that the favorite part of her day is sharing Jesus with her students. We have all enjoyed her yearly production of America is Born as well as her continuous leadership in Young Authors, cards for those in need, planning of liturgies, liturgical dances and numerous community outreach programs. Mrs. Schemmel lives Jesus' teaching to "love one another." She has been a powerful influence on generations. Sherry and her husband, Dick, have three children and eight (soon to be nine) grandchildren. She deserves some time to focus on family.
With mixed emotions we announce these retirements.
Bill and Sherry represent what is best in education and what is best about Holy Cross. We will miss them daily next year, but we wish them much peace and prosperity as they venture into the next exciting phase of their lives.
Our Summer Camp Brochure is now available! All students in grades Pre-K through 6th received one in their classrooms and we also have our offerings available on our website under "Summer." We have a wonderful array of camps ranging from dance to Spanish, from science to basketball....and much more. Camper registration and the $25 deposit are due by Monday, June 3rd. Click on this link to see our brochure:Summer Camp Brochure
Please note, all of our dance camps will be held at The Red Shoes Dance Studio. However, all registrations for the dance camps should still come to Holy Cross School. Thank you!
Annual Grandparents' Day Celebration - May 3rd
Our annual Grandparents' Day celebration is Friday, May 3rd and we're looking forward to having another wonderful event. If we have contact information for your child's grandparent(s) in RenWeb, an invitation was sent to them over spring break. If we don't have their contact information, please share the invitation below with them. We ask that grandparents who plan to attend please RSVP to the school or to our special Grandparents' Day email address (grandparents@hcrs-va.org) by April 29th.
Lynchburg Symphony Performance
We are excited to have the Lynchburg Symphony Orchestra Quartet joining us at Holy Cross on Friday, April 19th. The quartet will be performing for our students at 2:00. All elementary and middle school students will be attending the performance. We will be going over proper concert etiquette during music classes this week to be sure that our guests feel appreciated and welcome!HEALTHY CHOICES SERIES Last year we began a Healthy Choices Speaker Series to address issues of concern for our students and families. This year we kicked off the series with a chastity speaker, Mr. Chris Stefanick, to our high school students in the fall; Mr. Stefanick highlighted healthy choices in relationships. We will conclude our Healthy Choices Series this year with two final speakers: - Wednesday, April 24 at 6:30 pm in the cafeteria: Student Empowerment! Mr. Doug Washington will hold a seminar on empowering students to talk to their peers about appropriate behaviors and boundaries. Mr. Washington will review the school's policy on anti-bullying and hold a dialog with parents about empowering young people to be their own best advocates. Parents and students of all grade levels are invited.
- Thursday, April 25 at 2:00 pm in the gym: High school students will gather to hear Dr. Linda Hancock, Director of VCU's Wellness Resource Center, discuss the dangers of "molecules that monkey with your mind" - an anti-drug and anti-drinking program for our students on the eve of prom. This program is geared to students as the audience.
Yearbook Deadline is Thursday, April 25th
There are 3 options for ordering a yearbook. From the E-Crossette, you may order your yearbook online by clicking the yearbook link to the left. You may also go to www.walsworthyearbooks.com. Scroll to the very bottom, click on the buy a yearbook link, and then follow the directions. Finally, you may buy a book in person in the office.
The last day to purchase a yearbook is Thurs., April 25. This year's editors are creating a fantastic book with a very beautiful cover! Be sure to order a yearbook today. Thank you!
Rice Bowl Collection A Success!
Mrs. St. Angelo wants to share with our families the terrific amount of money that we raised in our "Hunger Games" competition for the Rice Bowl this year! Our total, from grades 8th through 12th, is: $432.74!! Here is the total for each grade: 8th: $82.48 9th: $79.49
10th: $177.10 11th: $40.53 12th: $53.14
Hurray for our generous students and their families!!! Catholic Relief Services can truly stretch these dollars to change lives worldwide. Congratulations to our students!We have lots of new pictures of our 1st graders at work and play!  
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 Holy Cross School Afternoon at the Ballpark!
Holy Cross School and the Hillcats have set aside a special afternoon for our HC families at the ballpark. Sunday, April 21st, watch the Hillcats take on the Salem Red Sox at 2:05. Elementary students are coming home with a student ticket today in green folders. Middle and High students may pick up a ticket at the office. ONE LUCKY STUDENT WILL GET TO THROW OUT THE FIRST PITCH! Each time a student sells one adult ticket for $4, his or her name will be put in a drawing. The name will be selected on Thursday, April 18th. If you do not have student at HC School, you may still purchase a game ticket through our office for $4. Join in on the fun and let's represent Holy Cross at the ballpark!
Guys and Dolls
We are getting very excited about the upcoming production of Guys and Dolls! It is sure to be another hit for our Holy Cross Drama Dept under the direction of Mrs. Shenigo! We are beginning to put together the program. We are, again, selling ads. Please consider purchasing an ad to honor your actor or advertise your business to all who will be attending our play! Ads will be $15 for half-page; $25 for a full page; $50 for inside front cover, back inside cover, or back outside cover. We also have Sponsor Recognitions available--Encore Level, Bravo Level and Applause Level! Please contact Monica Casker at 251-8407 for more information!
Holy Cross School Calendar 2013-2014 Important Dates
August 19, 20 - 1st days of classes, 1:35 dismissal
November 27 - Dec. 1 - School closed for Thanksgiving
December 20 - January 1 - School closed for Christmas
March 15-23 - School Closed for Spring Break
April 17 (1:35 dismissal) - April 21 - Easter Break
June 4 - Last day of classes
June 6 - 8th grade celebration
June 7 - Graduation
Students Confirmed
Wednesday, April 10 - Jackson Noyes and Hannah Todd were confirmed by Bishop D'Lorenzo at St. Thomas More Church.
Thursday, April 11 - Daniel Caskar was confirmed by Bishop D'Lorenzo at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Danville.
2nd Graders Are Busy!
Tuesday, April 16 - Second grade will go to the Ronald McDonald House in Roanoke @ 8:15, to visit, tour, and donate pop tabs. Anyone who is collecting tabs at home, please bring them to school Monday. Thank you!
Saturday, April 20 - Second graders will be receiving their First Eucharist at St. Thomas More Church at the 5:30 Mass. They are: Peyton Civis, Sam Knight, Sam Laneve, AngelinaStephens, and Justin Wingfield
Thursday, April 25 - Seconds will visit Monte Maria Convent in Rockville, VA, to visit the Visitation Sisters, learn about their religious life, and see how they make the Communion hosts we use at Mass.
Monday, April 29 - Third grade will have a Mass and retreat at Tabor with Father Rush @ 10:30.
Friday, May 3 - Grandparents Day
Sunday, May 5 - Second graders will be receiving their First Eucharist at Holy Cross Church at the 11:30 Mass. They are: Andi Panzarino and William Wallis.
Friday, May 10 - Second graders will host a Mother's Day Tea, "Muffins for Mom", @ 2:00.
Thursday, May 16 - May Crowning @ 2:00 with Fr. Jim Gallagher at the Marian Grotto - all are welcome to attend
Sunday, May 26 - Second graders will be receiving their First Eucharist at Holy Name of Mary Church at the 8:00 Mass. They are: Nicole Medina, Jonathan Posey, and Sophia Strycharz
Wednesday, May 29 - Second graders will have a Mass and retreat at Tabor with Fr. Rush @ 10:30.
Tuesday, June 4 - Second graders will host a Father's Day Brunch, "Donuts for Dad", @ 8:15.
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Twelfth Annual Hurley Mission Workweek
The twelfth Annual Lynchburg Catholic Faith Community Appalachian Workweek, sponsored by St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church and Holy Cross Regional Catholic School, will take place the week of June 10 - 14, 2013. This is a wonderful opportunity for middle school students, high school students, and adults to respond to our call to service.
We will spend a week in Hurley, Virginia, located in the mountains of southwest Virginia. Hurley is a former coal mining community that has suffered economic loss as a result of many mine closings. Unemployment is widespread and there is an increasing rate of disability among the former mine workers from mining related illnesses such as black lung and emphysema. Poverty is a way of life but the community's spirits remain high.
Many of the homes are in terrible condition as a result of the poverty, general neglect, and harsh winters. Some of the projects we may be involved in include roof repair and replacement, drywall installation, floor replacement, house painting, plumbing, window replacement and deck building. Participants will have the opportunity to learn home repair skills, problem solving and how to cooperate as a team.
Each year, as we prepare to leave our new friends, there are smiles, laughter, hugs, and tears. However, we leave knowing we have made someone's life a bit better for our efforts and knowing that our faith has grown by sharing our lives with our brothers and sisters in Hurley.
Important
1. Age Requirement: In order to provide a safe and meaningful experience, a student must be a rising 9th grader to participate without a parent accompanying them. Rising 7th and 8th graders may participate if they are accompanied by a parent or responsible adult.
2. Parents/Adults Needed: We need adults to help supervise the teens. We also need volunteers to lead work teams in home repair projects. The number of students that may participate will depend on the number of team leaders we have. We may need additional drivers to transport participants to and from Hurley.
To register for the Hurley week, click here to download the form:
Hurley 2013 Registration Forms
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Upcoming Events
7:40 Every Tuesday Morning Chapel Service with Deacon Gordon
For Sports Schedule go to Renweb Calendar at: tinyurl.com/hccalendar
April 15-19 - Terra Nova Test Week
April 16 - 2nd grade to Ronald McDonald House
April 17 - Spring Sports pictures
1st grade mass and retreat
April 19 - Lynchburg Symphony Quarter Performance 2:00 pm
April 20 - Key Club March for Babies
April 21 - Holy Cross Day at Lynchburg Hillcats game
April 22 - 3rd grade parent coffee
MS/HS Club Day
April 23 - Middle School Visitation Day
April 24 - Rally Around the Pole 7:45 am
Gettysburg PA field trip - 5th and 11th grades
Healthy Choices Speaker: Student Empowerment with Doug Washington
6:30 pm
April 25 - last day for ordering the yearbook!!
Healthy Choices Speaker Dr. Linda Hancock, Director of VCU's Wellness
Resource Center 2 pm
2nd grade trip to Monte Maria Convent
April 26 - Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
1:35 dismissal for Prom
April 28 - Hurley Work Week Registrations Due
April 29 3rd grade mass and retreat
April 30 - High School Visitation Day
May 1 - 5th grade mass and retreat
Sweet Frog Night on Old Forest Road
May 3 - Grandparents Day 1-3 pm
Middle School social
May 6-8 Volleyball tryouts 3:30-5:30
May 6 - Parent volleyball meeting in gym 3:30
May 9 - Field trip to Staunton for English classes
May 10 - 2nd Grade Muffins for Mom 2 pm
MS Orchestra King's Dominion Competition
May 15 - Spring Music Concert
May 16 - May Crowning 2 pm
May 17 - 8th grade Baltimore trip
All MS/HS Service Hours due
May 17,18,19 - Middle School Orchestra JMU's Spring String Thing
May 20 - Physics Field Trip
May 21 - JR/SR Banquet
May 22 - 4th grade trip to Claytor Nature Center
MS/HS Awards Assembly 8:30 am
May 24 - 1:35 Dismissal
Elem/MS Play 7 pm
May 25 - Elem/MS Playl 2 pm and 7 pm
May 27 - School Closed for Memorial Day
May 29 - 2nd grade mass and retreat
May 31 - Senior Baccalaureate Liturgy
MS/HS Club Day
June 4 - Father's Day Donuts for Dad 8:15 am
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Holy Cross Regional Catholic School
2125 Langhorne Road
Lynchburg, VA 24501
434-847-5436
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