Memories from Catholic Schools Week 2014 As we mentioned last week, we had a wonderful week of fun and learning during Catholic Schools Week! Holy Cross Regional Catholic School truly exemplified this year's theme -"Catholic Schools - Communities of Faith, Knowledge and Service."
 
 
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Spelling Bee: On January, 28 Holy Cross students took part in our 6th Annual 5th - 8th grade Spelling Bee. The following students participated in the Bee: 5th Grade: Haden Golden  Zach Morris Matthew Peralta 6th Grade: Anna Mooney Carynne Posey Ivy Schumacher 7th Grade: Paycen Avery Alexandra Casker Thomas Matthews 8th Grade: Hannah Christian Molly Graham First Place: Matthew Peralta Second: Alexandra Casker Third: Thomas Matthews We are very proud of all participants and their efforts. Matthew Peralta will represent Holy Cross at the Regional Level Bee on March 1, 2014 at Paul Lawrence Dunbar Middle School Auditorium at 9:00AM. 
Don't Forget!
Friday, February 14 - 1:35 dismissal Monday, Febreuary 17 - School Closed  MS/HS Retreat on Wednesday Holy Cross will host a half day retreat, "Reality Check," for our middle and high school students on Wednesday morning, February 12. In the world today, there are many outside influences that can affect the lives of young people. Most of what we see in the media presents a false reality - truth and happiness are distorted. This theme takes a look at how the world influences the way we live our lives, and how God presents us with a new, life-giving reality. The retreat will be facilitated by Net Ministries, a group that challenges young Catholics to love Christ and embrace the life of the Church. It will be a wonderful opportunity for our students to connect with young adults on fire for their faith as well as renewing their own spiritual ties to Christ. About Net Ministries
Every August, 130 young Catholics aged 18-28 leave behind their jobs, school, family, and friends to devote nine months to serving with the National Evangelization Teams (NET). Divided into 12 teams, they travel across the U.S. for nine months to share the Gospel with young people and their families. Since 1981, NET teams have led over 26,000 retreats and ministered to more than 1.6 million young Catholics. For more information, go to www.netusa.org.
MS/HS students are allowed to wear khakis/jeans and a HC shirt the day of the retreat. Elementary students will remain in uniforms.
Time for Re-registration! It's that time of year again! You will find below and in Renweb all the materials to make your child's re-registration simple and easy. In this packet, you will find updated information regarding re-registration, tuition, fees, and financial aid. Please make sure to return your form and payment to Director of Enrollment Catherine Mosley as soon as possible as we use our spring enrollment numbers to make decisions about programming and staffing. Families who have previously registered through FACTS must complete their 2014-15 school year applications by March 1. New families, self-employed families, and families with business income must complete their applications by June 1.
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Host Families Needed! Ever thought of hosting a foreign exchange student? This can be a wonderful experience for the entire family and an introduction to a new culture. For more information, please contact Director of Enrollment Catherine Mosley at 434-847-5436 or mosley_c@hcrs-va.org.
Support HC with Scrip
Scrip is a program that allows you to help HC while making your normal  purchases. When you purchase a shopping card through the Scrip program, a percentage is given back to our school. Go to glscrip.com to see all of the participating vendors.
A Scrip Testimonial from Ann Shenigo "I have used our scrip program for a number of years. I use it for businesses that I visit as well as for gifts. I enjoy going to movies so I have ordered Regal Movie tickets. With Chipotle and Panera Bread nearby, I have ordered their $10 cards. For Christmas and birthdays, the gift cards have been perfect for family members and friends. When purchasing the cards, not only do I benefit from the convenience but also Holy Cross receives a percentage of the cost of the card, it's a win-win situation for me as well as Holy Cross."
READ ACROSS AMERICA: Holy Cross elementary students are beginning week 2 of the Sylvan Learning Reading incentive which runs through the month of February and concludes with "Read across America day" on Monday, March 3rd. Schools all around the nation will be participating in this inventive that celebrates reading and the love for Dr. Seuss. Just a reminder that students need to record all reading in the month of February on the reading log sent home, and return it completed and signed by Monday, March 3rd.All students in grades Pk-5 that meet the minimum reading goal for the month will earn a free dress day and trip to Mrs. Main's treasure chest when we celebrate Dr. Seuss's birthday on March 7th. Contact Mrs. Main if you have any questions! main_h@hcrs-va.org Sylvan Learning Center provides a prize to top readers in grades 2-5, including a chance to win a new bicycle for one lucky class winner ACCELERATED READER: Students in grades 1-5 are continuing to participate in the Accelerated Reader program and are doing an awesome job! Just a reminder: The complete Accelerated Reader list is now on Renweb . (Click on Resource Documents, then Accelerated Reader) If you would like a hard copy of the list, see Mrs.Main. If you have any other questions, please contact Mrs. Main at main_h@hcrs-va.org .
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