Holy Cross Social

We are minutes away from our Boys’ Basketball game 🏀 We are excited to have the cheerleaders from @olmcwtbyschool with us tonight! Go Crusaders!! 💚💛💚💛

This week, please meet Latonya Inman, mother to current freshman, Tyler ‘28!

The Mayoral Youth Advisory Committee (MYAC) consists of a group of high school students from Waterbury, Connecticut who work with the mayor to identify and address issues facing the city’s youth. Established by Mayor Paul Pernerewski ’79, the committee aims to increase youth involvement in local government. The MYAC works with the mayor to identify issues facing the city’s youth, develops potential solutions to address those issues and provides opportunities for the youth of Waterbury. Mayor Pernerewski leads the discussion, and the committee follows an agenda. Twenty-seven students from all Waterbury high schools – Crosby, Kennedy, Wilby, Waterbury Career Academy and Kaynor – participate on the MYAC. Danei Pittman ’27, Devin Cavanaugh ’27, Antonella Livolsi ’26, Leah Brenneman ’27 and Aiden Nelson ’27 represent Holy Cross High School.

Holy Cross Girls’ Basketball had a fantastic time at the 2025 National Army Guard Hoop Hall Classic against Springfield Central High School at Springfield College. HC won 51-47, and Shania Howard ‘25 earned Most Valuable Player of our game.  Congratulations to our girls and coaches!

Crusader Overtime, Holy Cross High School’s podcast for all-things athletics is back! Director of Athletics, Mike Giampetruzzi (i.e. Coach Bear) takes a look back at the fall season. He is joined this week by football superstar, Drew Caouette ‘25. @hchs__football

Welcome to the Crusader Family Camryn '29 and Erick '29! See you in a week at Accepted Students Night😊

How many of you have memories of this Holy Cross tradition? #nationalhonorsociety

Bradyn Schwantes ‘28 is just about halfway through his freshmen year. In that short amount of time, he has already made a huge impact in the Crusader community. His parents, Tracy and Bob Schwantes spoke with us about his academic and personal growth since his arrival this past August.

@olmcwtbyschool Cheer Team joined the @hccheer_ct team for practice! So much progress was made and a great experience for both teams. OLMC will be cheering with our girls on Friday, Jan 17th at 7:00 pm. Stop by at Holy Cross High School to see what we’ve learned!

Congratulations to Drew Caouette ‘25 as he was honored today as the CHSCA Class MM/M All-State Quarterback. Drew will leave Holy Cross as the All time leader in: - most career yards thrown: 6970 yds - most yards thrown in a season: 2625 yds - most yards thrown in a game: 434 yds vs Seymour (2024) - Career TD pass leader: 81 - single season TD pass leader: 32 (2024) - career completion Rate leader: 65% - Single season completion rate leader: 69% (2023) - career completion leader: 546 - single season completions: 205 - most completions in a game: 29 - Tied most TD passes in a game: 5 (did this 5 times in his career tying Jim Crocicchia 1981) - Least interceptions in a season: 1 (2023) - most passes without a interception: 183 - 4th all time in NVL in career passing yds - 4th all time in NVL in TD passes -3rd all time in NVL career completions -4th all time in NVL in pass attempts: 843 We are so proud of you, Drew and your incredible list of record-breaking accomplishments.

We ended our week with our monthly all-school Mass with Fr. Anthony Federico, Vocations Director for the Archdiocese of Hartford.

We are fortunate that so many families in the Greater Waterbury area are part of the Holy Cross High School community. The Louis family is one of those families. Hear from other families as well as alumni, students and faculty why Holy Cross is a leader of college preparatory education. https://www.holycrossct.org/our-experience/why-holy-cross

Welcome to the Crusader Family, Aldo and Caroline, and congratulations on your acceptance to the Crusader Class of 2029!

Meet Hope ‘27!

Join us tonight to support Bradyn ‘28, Henry ‘27, Andrew ‘27, Tommy ‘27 and Matthew ‘26 tonight at their first home game of the season! 🏒🥅

Happy New Year, Crusaders!! 💛💚💛💚

We have a few more days left in our Christmas break. However, we have a lot of things to look forward to when we return to campus next week.

We hope you can join us on January 4th as we celebrate the life and legacy of beloved faculty member, Frank Steponaitis.

In this week’s Student Spotlight, we meet Jack ‘25!

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from Holy Cross High School! 🎄✨ We want to send warm holiday wishes to all of our alumni, students, parents, faculty, and friends. Your support and dedication make our community truly special. May this season be filled with joy, peace, and cherished moments with loved ones.

Our students got into the Christmas spirit before break with a holiday dress down. 🎄🎄

We have not one, but TWO new #eaglescouts in our school. Congratulations to Scoville Zielinski ‘25 and Nathan Oun ‘25 for achieving the highest rank in #boyscoutsofamerica 🇺🇸 #beprepared #doagoodturndaily

Xell on the Shelf #assistantprincipallife

Students in Ms. Durbin’s World Religion class learned about Tibetan Buddhism by making mandalas, ritual objects that represent the realm of a celestial being. They are used to visualize a path to enlightenment.

Our Alumni Speaker Series continued today with a presentation from three of our alumni - Dillon Sanzari ‘18, Madeline O’Connor ‘19 and Samuel Mason ‘19. They, along with Emma D’Ambruoso ‘19, participated in @websterbank Banking Rotational Program. Throughout this two year accelerated development program, college graduates entering the work place explore key business tracks within the bank.

Students from Profe Nora Sanabria’s Spanish I class were taught the Colombian Cumbia dance to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.

The man. The myth. The legend. Congratulations to Head Football Coach, Mike Giampetruzzi ‘95 who got his 100th career point win over the weekend!

Meet Ariana’25 in this week’s Student Spotlight!

It was a great day to have the @olmcwtbyschool 8th graders join us today for their Crusader for a Day! We hope that you 💚ed your time with us as much as we 💚ed having you!!!

Fall is here! Who wants pie?

Participants in our Boys’ & Girls’ Basketball Clinic will have the opportunity to develop a solid foundation in basketball by learning the key fundamentals of passing, shooting, ball handling, rebounding, and defense. The program will include a mix of skill development drills and scrimmage play to help campers practice and integrate these skills in a game-like setting. By focusing on both individual skills and team strategies, campers will have a well-rounded basketball experience that will help them improve their overall game. Register today!! https://www.holycrossct.org/?view_cm_email=1&mid==AFVxIkVWh2UXZkSWN2R1IVVxA3VV5GaWVGbWllUtBHWiZkWWRVVatmVtpkeU1GeWVGRohVVB1TP

It was great to have our 8th grade friends from @ccs_waterbury join us for Crusaders for a Day today and to get so involved in the classes they attend! Thanks to our students for hosting!

Mr. Pompei, Bella ‘28, Carlymay ‘28, Maggie ‘28, John ‘26, Lucie ‘26, and Savannah ‘26 loved visiting @catholicacademywaterbury today! Thanks for having us 💚💙

Meet Eli, midfielder/defender on the Boys’ Soccer team!

On September 30th, Holy Cross High School recognized students who attained their Seals of Biliteracy. Five students were acknowledged during our town hall meeting for their achievement. This included: Kelly Bonilla ’25 (recognized in Spanish), Ariana Flores-Montes ’25 (recognized in Spanish), Virginia Akide Ndunge ’26 (recognized in Italian), Antonella Livolsi ’26 (recognized in Italian). Recent graduate Fabrizio Cassetta ‘24 was recognized for his biliteracy in both Italian and English. Moreover, Tiago Oliviera ’26 was recognized for his biliteracy in Portuguese. The Seal of Biliteracy is an award given by the state, a school or school district to a student or a group of students that have studied and attained proficiency in two or more languages by high school graduation. The purpose of the seal is to recognize the excellence, hard work and dedication of students who put in the time to learn another language. The Seal of Biliteracy motivates students to pursue biliteracy. It acknowledges abilities that students accomplish, which can especially look prominent to future employers. The seal also recognizes the linguistic resources that a student may have obtained in their home or from their community, and promotes bilingual pride. Holy Cross High School encourages other bilingual students to take this exam. When they graduate, they will receive a symbol on their diploma that represents their state-recognized bilingualism. The languages they master and the acknowledgment they will acquire will also greatly benefit them in the future years to come. Holy Cross seeks to motivate students of all backgrounds who are bilingual to reap the awards of their diligence and prowess in the field of language. Written by by Daniella Alvarez ‘27, Maria Bueno ‘27, and Riya Thomas ‘27

In celebration of Italian American Heritage Month, members of the Italian Club celebrated with Affogato and Espresso. Thanks Mrs. Scarfone 🇮🇹☕️🍨

Interested in joining the Holy Cross High School family? Be sure to register for this mandatory exam on October 19!! We welcome students from the Brass City and all neighboring towns in the Greater Waterbury area! Link to register in bio!

Elvi ‘28, Ardi ‘26, Laila ‘26, Sara ‘26, Xavier ‘28, Ian ‘28, Maddie ‘28 and Evan ‘26 had a great time visiting with their former classmates and teachers at @st_bridget_school today!

Faculty members, Profe Nora Sanabria and Connie Scarfone, representing Holy Cross at the City of Waterbury’s 350th celebration.

Brooklyn ‘28, Nelli ‘28, Joshua ‘28, Johnny ‘28, Aiden ‘27, Lilly ‘26, Liv ‘25 and Aiden ‘25, @olmcwtbyschool alumni, visited with the students at OLMC to share what its like to now be a Crusader! We are so proud of you all and all that you have accomplished at Holy Cross! 💚💙

🚨SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: Due to an overwhelming number of people who are still asking for tickets, we are opening up ticket sales until 12pm TOMORROW! Get your OAH tickets and join us for the best Crusader event of the year! Link to purchase in bio. ‼️EPISODE 6: Meg on the Mini Mic - Oronoke After Hours Edition 🌙 feat. TODD BENNETT ‘93 ‼️ We visited Todd at his Maserati/Alfa Romeo dealership in Danbury to chat with him about his musical debut on Oronoke Road this weekend!!! And watch til the end for a plot twist! 😉 SEE YOU TOMORROW CRUSADERS! 💚💛 🗓️ September 28th, 2024 ⏰ 7-11pm 📍Holy Cross High School 🎟️ $50 per person (21+ event) (For entertainment purposes only, we do not own the rights to this music)

We are excited to welcome Michele Morcey ‘84 back to campus as a guest speaker. Current students are invited to attend during Community Period on October 7. You will hear about her career in journalism as well as her work with Brass City Harvest...and there will be a tasting as well! Michele is a Waterbury native and a graduate of Holy Cross ’84 and Providence College ‘88. She worked in publishing for many years in New York City and Miami before returning to Connecticut in 2002. As a writer for the Waterbury Republican American, Michele contributed the weekly “Walkabout” column about hometown happenings as well as other lifestyle and human interest stories. During that time, she was introduced to Brass City Harvest and became a supporter of the organization. For the past 2 ½ years, Michele as served as executive director of the nonprofit, which works to increase fresh food access to a larger population. Brass City Harvest runs farmers markets in the city and surrounding towns June through November, operates an urban farm that donates to homeless shelters and soup kitchens, and offers nutrition and cooking classes to seniors. Her children Sam and Charlotte Henderlite also graduated from Holy Cross, classes of 2020 and 2022 respectively.

In this week’s Student Spotlight, we meet Derek ‘25!

Congratulations to our very own Lisa Palladino ‘98 for being honored by @holy_disciples_catholic_school at the Hopes Dinner this week! Thank you for ALL that you do to support Catholic education!

What a busy day for our AWESOME Tour Guides today! We met so many great future Crusaders at @brasscitycharterschool, @aces_at_chase and @st_bridget_school 💚

‼️EPISODE 5: Meg on the Mini Mic - Oronoke After Hours Edition 🌙 feat. TOM KEANE ‘97 ‼️ Took a trip to the Mobile Pub HQ in Plymouth to visit Tommy Touchdown, where we talked about how important it has been to give back to HC after all that the school has given him! And don’t let him fool you…he definitely didn’t graduate in 2007🤣 Thanks to all who purchased tickets to Oronoke After Hours!!! We’ll see ya Saturday! 💚💛 🗓️ September 28th, 2024 ⏰ 7-11pm 📍Holy Cross High School 🎟️ $50 per person (21+ event) (For entertainment purposes only, we do not own the rights to this music)

This week, we meet one of the leaders of our volleyball team - Alexandra “Lexi” Hein ‘25.

While studying constant acceleration and free fall, physics students built “reaction time rulers”. These rulers measure time to fall as opposed to distance fallen. The students decided based on their reaction time to catch the falling ruler if they should bet that they would be able to catch a crisp dollar bill in free fall.

Thank you to our friends at @holy_disciples_catholic_school for an awesome visit today! We saw so many Crusaders siblings and Lucy ‘25, Lily ‘26, Timmy ‘26, Christopher’27, DJ ‘27, Connor ‘28, Leah ‘28 and Marcello ‘28 did a fantastic job sharing why they love being Crusaders! 💚💙💛

ONE MORE DAY!! Ticket sales for Oronoke after Hours will end tomorrow and will not be available at the door. We hope to see you all members of our Holy Cross High School family - alumni, parents, grandparents, faculty, staff and friends - at this great event on September 28, starting at 7:00pm. Doors will open at 6:30pm. LIVE MUSIC. ONE FREE DRINK TICKET/CASH BAR. FOOD. GREAT TIMES! We all made our special memories on Oronoke Road. Let’s make some more!! RSVP: https://www.holycrossct.org/events/oronoke-after-hours/oronoke-after-hours-rsvp

The reunion before the reunion. The Class of 1975 met for their annual get together at Verdi in Waterbury. This was just the preamble to their 50th reunion next June. This year, more alumni than ever showed up to reconnect with their former classmates.

Just four more days to reserve your spot at THE Crusader event of the fall season. Will we see you there? RSVP Today: https://www.holycrossct.org/events/oronoke-after-hours

We wrapped up the week with Alexa and Tyler doing a phenomenal job sharing their HC experiences while visiting Rev. Jonathan Reed School and Juliana visiting the Children’s Community School, Waterbury, CT, where she was a student from Kindergarten through 8th grade and received the warmest welcome ever!

The countdown continues! 5 more days to get your tickets to Oronoke after Hours. The event will be held at Holy Cross High School on Saturday, September 28 from 7:00-11:00pm. RSVP here before Tuesday, September 24! https://www.holycrossct.org/events/oronoke-after-hours

Meet Shantavia ‘25 in this week’s Student Spotlight!

Guaranteed to be a night to remember! Purchase your tickets today!! Your ticket includes: ➡️1 free drink ticket + cash bar ➡️great food ➡️ live music from bands such as Vintage (Todd Bennett ‘93), Junkyard Angels (Sean Murphy ‘82) & Velvet (Dan Creem ‘12) ➡️the chance to relive the cherished moments of the past. RSVP today!!! https://www.holycrossct.org/.../oronoke-after-hours-rsvp

Congratulations to Tyler Paniagua ‘27 who was named Athlete of the Wel by the @repam_news

The countdown begins! One more week to buy tickets for Oronoke after Hours before sales close on September 24! Don’t miss out on THE Crusader event of the fall season. Your ticket includes: ➡️1 free drink ticket + cash bar ➡️great food ➡️ live music from bands such as Vintage (Todd Bennett ‘93), Junkyard Angels (Sean Murphy ‘82) & Velvet (Dan Creem ‘12) ➡️the chance to relive the cherished moments of the past. RSVP today!!! https://www.holycrossct.org/.../oronoke-after-hours-rsvp

@gilmartinpk8 loved having their recent graduate, Jayden ‘28 and the magnificent Mia ‘27 visit today, especially his biggest fan, Ms. Vernon, Jayden’s School Counselor while he was a student there!

‼️EPISODE 4: Meg on the Mini Mic - Oronoke After Hours Edition 🌙 feat. J. PAUL VANCE ‘92 ‼️ We headed up to Torrington to visit Paul at his law office, where he shared some of his BEST and WORST memories from his high school days! Paul’s excited to party at Oronoke After Hours once again this year, who’s in?! Tickets are on sale NOW! 🗓️ September 28th, 2024 ⏰ 7-11pm 📍Holy Cross High School 🎟️ $50 per person (21+ event) https://www.holycrossct.org/events/oronoke-after-hours/oronoke-after-hours-rsvp (For entertainment purposes only, we do not own the rights to this music)

GETTING TO KNOW OUR CRUSADERS...OUTSIDE OF SCHOOL Anthony Caras ‘27 is a self-taught guitarist who plays in a band called The Scoffs with three of his friends. They are a cover band that specializes in 1990s grunge music. They practice in the drummer’s basement and are looking to eventually book some gigs. A graduate of City Hill Middle School in Naugatuck, Anthony picked up the guitar two years ago and hasn’t looked back. He has also written his own music. “So far, I have learned how to play music either by ear or by others teaching me. I joined our school band so that I can learn how to read music.”

What a great visit we had at @dugganschoolwps today! Joleigh ‘27, Michael ‘26 and Sofia ‘26 did an awesome job sharing their experiences at Holy Cross AND we were able to see Assistant Principal Mrs Fidanza ‘93, School Counselor Mr. Aucella ‘78 and Math teacher Mr. Zinno’19 💚

Local bands featuring three of our alumni will be on campus to offer a variety of musical entertainment. These include: Vintage (Todd Bennett ‘93), Junkyard Angels (Sean Murphy ‘82) & Velvet (Dan Creem ‘12). In addition to the entertainment, your ticket includes: ➡️1 free drink ticket + cash bar ➡️great food ➡️the chance to relive the cherished moments of the past. Be sure to get your tickets to ORONOKE AFTER HOURS by Tuesday, September 24th. Please note that tickets will not be sold at the door. RSVP today!!! https://www.holycrossct.org/.../oronoke-after-hours-rsvp

Two weeks until we welcome our Crusader family back to campus! Be sure to get your tickets by Tuesday, September 24th. Please note that tickets will not be sold at the door. Your ticket includes: ➡️1 free drink ticket + cash bar ➡️great food ➡️ live music from bands such as Vintage (Todd Bennett ‘93), Junkyard Angels (Sean Murphy ‘82) & Velvet (Dan Creem ‘12) ➡️the chance to relive the cherished moments of the past. RSVP today!!! https://www.holycrossct.org/events/oronoke-after-hours/oronoke-after-hours-rsvp

Come out tonight and support our football team as they take on Woodland at their first game of the season. Kick off is at 7 at Woodland. Hawaiian- theme!!

Captains of our athletic teams have emerged as role models for the other students on their teams. This week, we meet Kyle ‘25, captain of the Boys’ Cross Country Team.

‼️EPISODE 3: Meg on the Mini Mic - Oronoke After Hours Edition 🌙 feat. SISTER PAT JAMELE, CND ‼️ We got to sit down with the greatest of all time…the one, the only…Sister Pat! She’s joining us at Oronoke After Hours this year, are you?! Tickets are on sale NOW! 🗓️ September 28th, 2024 ⏰ 7-11pm 📍Holy Cross High School 🎟️ $50 per person (21+ event) https://www.holycrossct.org/events/oronoke-after-hours/oronoke-after-hours-rsvp (For entertainment purposes only, we do not own the rights to this music)

We were honored to welcome Archbishop Christopher Coyne from the Archdiocese of Hartford. He and seven Priests from the local area led our Crusader family through Mass. Archbishop Coyne has a chance to meet our administration, teachers, staff and students at a reception following the Mass.

On September 11, 2024, Holy Cross High School and the City of Waterbury came together to host a 9/11 Memorial Tribute in honor of Father Francis E. Grogan, C.S.C. The event served as a poignant remembrance of the tragic events of September 11, 2001, and paid tribute to the heroism and sacrifice shown by individuals like Father Grogan on that fateful day. The ceremony offered a space for reflection, healing, and unity as the community remembered and honored those who lost their lives. Special guests include: The Honorable Paul K. Pernerewski, Jr. ‘79, Mayor of The City of Waterbury, Fred Spagnolo, Chief of the Waterbury Police, Stephen Ayotte, ’72 Waterbury Deputy Fire Chief, Police Pipes & Drums of Waterbury, Police Color Guard, Fire Color Guard and Waterbury First Responders, Rev. James Sullivan and Monsignor Thomas Ginty ‘76.

Two of our “eternal seniors” from the Class of 1972, David Manzo & Jim LaBrecque kicked off this year’s Alumni Speaker Series. Jim and Dave, friends since day one of their freshman year at Holy Cross, explored how others mentored, challenged and nurtured them; one of which was Father Francis E. Grogan, C.S.C., who perished in the 9/11 attacks in 2001. They stressed the importance of good mentors and friends.

Off to a great start!! The Girls’ Soccer Team takes the win over Woodland 3-1. Congratulations on an excellent start to your season. ⚽️⚽️💚💛💚💛

Atty. J. Paul Vance, Jr. ‘92 from Logan, Vance, Sullivan & Kores, LLP joined President, Dr. Thomas C. Pellegrino and Principal, Mr. Tommy Pompei as they prepared students for the upcoming all-school Mock Trial. Over 40 schools participate in this annual event.

Oronoke After Hours is back! Alumni, parents, grandparents, family, and friends are invited to come back to Holy Cross High School for a fun gathering where they can catch up and travel down memory lane. Your ticket includes: ➡️1 free drink ticket + cash bar ➡️great food ➡️ live music from bands such as Vintage (Todd Bennett ‘93), Junkyard Angels (Sean Murphy ‘82) & Velvet (Dan Creem ‘12) ➡️the chance to relive the cherished moments of the past. RSVP today!!! https://www.holycrossct.org/events/oronoke-after-hours/oronoke-after-hours-rsvp

This past week, Mayor Paul Pernerewski ‘79 welcomed Dr. Thomas C. Pellegrino and Larry Chicaurello’72 to his radio show on WATR. They shared information on the upcoming 9/11 Memorial to be held at the school on September 11. This event will honor the memory of former faculty member, Father Francis E. Grogan and those who perished on 9/11 from the Waterbury area. We hope you will join us on the 11th for this special evening. Reserve here: https://www.holycrossct.org/events/9-11-memorial-tribute/9-11-memorial-tribute-rsvp/

‼️ EPISODE 2: Meg on the Mini Mic - Oronoke After Hours Edition 🌙 feat. Michele Morcey ‘84 Watch as Meg and Michele talk all things Holy Cross, Oronoke After Hours, and the amazing work she does with Brass City Harvest right here in Waterbury CT! Fun Fact: Michele’s class had the MOST attendees at Oronoke After Hours last year, will they remain the champions?!🤔 Tickets are on sale NOW! Get them before we sell out! Oronoke After Hours🌙 🗓️ September 28th, 2024 ⏰ 7-11pm 📍Holy Cross High School 🎟️ $50 per person (21+ event) https://www.holycrossct.org/events/oronoke-after-hours/oronoke-after-hours-rsvp (For entertainment purposes only, we do not own the rights to this music)

We celebrated our First Friday Mass of the new school year with Celebrant, Msgr. Thomas Ginty ‘76.

This week, we spotlight Gianna ‘26 from Middlebury!

We want to wish Holy Cross High School President, Dr. Thomas C. Pellegrino a very happy birthday!! 🎂🎉🎊🎁

Attending MEET HOLY CROSS, an admissions event that includes a campus tour and presentation, can be a great way to get a feel for Holy Cross High School. You will see our beautiful campus, firsthand and learn valuable information about the school’s programs and offerings, as well as the admissions process itself. Overall, attending this event can be a valuable experience. Register today and MEET HOLY CROSS. Link to register in bio.

Hebb sighting in the new @netflix documentary, Untold: Hope Solo vs. U.S. Soccer. Go Alyssa ‘21!

‼️ NEW SERIES ALERT: Meg on the Mini Mic - Oronoke After Hours Edition 🌙 feat. Matt Smolley ‘05 Join Meg Dreher ‘16 as she travels around the community interviewing Crusaders as we count down to the event of the year, Oronoke After Hours!!! Tickets are on sale NOW! Get them before we sell out! Oronoke After Hours🌙 🗓️ September 28th, 2024 ⏰ 7-11pm 📍Holy Cross High School 🎟️ $50 per person (21+ event) https://www.holycrossct.org/events/oronoke-after-hours/oronoke-after-hours-rsvp (For entertainment purposes only, we do not own the rights to this music)

The Labor Day Sale is here! Take 25% OFF orders of $100+ top brands and styles for men, women and teens. Use code DEDICATED25 at checkout. https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/connecticut/waterbury/holy-cross-high-school

Meet Joey ‘26!!!

A new school has begun! To kick off our 2024-2025 Annual Fund campaign, we are giving a special item to the first 20 donors who give $1000. Watch the video to find out what it is! This is a small way for us to thank you for investing into the future of Holy Cross High School. Our students will be the direct beneficiaries of your generosity. You can make a gift here: https://www.holycrossct.org/giving/make-a-gift Thank you for your continued support!!

Welcome back, Crusaders! Here’s to a great year 😀

You have another chance to get your Crusader swag for the fall athletic season! Go online to BSN Stores and make your purchases now through Tuesday, September 3rd!! Use the links below! Boys’ Soccer: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/wtzxGhjZZg Girls’ Soccer: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/wtzxGhjZZg Cross Country: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/wtzxGhjZZg Football: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/wtzxGhjZZg Volleyball: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/wtzxGhjZZg Cheerleading: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/wtzxGhjZZg

Happy First Day of School! Please send your first day pics of your Crusaders to [email protected] or text them to 707-321-5376 today!

In our second day of orientation, we welcomed back students from the classes of 2025, 2026 and 2027. We can’t wait to have all of students in the building tomorrow for the official first day of school.

Sometimes, it’s all about the journey 💚💛💚💚

Crusaders, near and far, we proudly present the Class of 2028!!

Austin ‘26 and his family traveled to 🇵🇹 Portugal this summer. Thanks for sharing, Austin!

Girls’ Soccer took on Foran High School in a pre season scrimmage against Ms Blake, a teacher in our History department. HC prevailed 1-0, but the girls enjoyed playing against their US History teacher’s team!

Brianna ‘27 and Makendra ‘25 enjoyed part of their summer break in the Bahamas ☀️🕶️

In this week’s Student Spotlight, we meet Victoria ‘26!!

In partnership with the City of Waterbury, we warmly invite you to our second annual 9/11 Memorial Tribute at Holy Cross High School on September 11th. This event will honor the memory of Father Francis E. Grogan, C.S.C. a cherished former faculty member of Holy Cross. The event will also honor the Waterbury area victims of the 9/11 attacks. The evening will begin at 6:30pm with a pre-event reception in the main lobby, followed by the tribute at 7:00pm in the Blasius Family Auditorium. Register here for the tribute: https://www.holycrossct.org/events/9-11-memorial-tribute/9-11-memorial-tribute-rsvp/

Shantavia '25 showed her Crusader pride when visiting Marist College recently! 💚🦊

Welcome to the Crusader Family Eden ‘28, Harrison ‘27 and Hanna ‘27! 💚🇨🇳🇺🇸

Today is National Radio Day! Tune into Danny Lyons Webe '72 today from 10am-3pm on WEBE 108! https://www.webe108.com/danny-lyons/

Today is National Bow Day and no one can wear a bow better than the ladies on the Holy Cross Varsity Cheer Team! 💚🎀

Cecilia '28 and Mari '26 visited the Holy Cross Roman Catholic Church in Grand Turk this summer!

Get ready for the biggest Crusader event for the fall season! Purchase your tickets today for Oronoke After Hours. Enjoy delicious food, live music and more at Holy Cross High School on Saturday, September 28 at 7:00pm. Get your tickets here: https://www.holycrossct.org/events/oronoke-after-hours/oronoke-after-hours-rsvp

Thank you to our of our families, parent volunteers, tour guides, coaches, faculty and staff that braved the weather today and joined us for our (indoor) Welcome Picnic! A HUGE shout out to the HC Fathers' and Mothers' Clubs for lunch. Bring on the Class of 2028!

Thanks to Joe Steponavic '74 for sharing these awesome photos of some of the highlights of the European Cruise he took with his wife and at the Newburyport Harbor. Extra points for Joe for sporting his Holy Cross gear!

The Student Spotlights return for the beginning of the 2025-2025 school year! Today, we meet Bobby ‘27 from Terryville.

And that’s a wrap on the third session of our Girls’ Basketball camp and Summer on Oronoke! Thank you to all of the student-athletes who spent their summer with us. We hope you learned something new, made some new friends and developed your skills. We hope to see you next summer at Holy Cross!!

Victoria '26 represented the United States at the SuperCupNI 2024 International Soccer Tournament held in Northern Ireland this summer. Competition was fierce, playing against UK Premier Teams Manchester United and Aston Villa. Victoria also spent time visiting the beautiful North Ireland countryside enjoying the amazing views at the Giants Causeway!

Luca '27, Marcello '28 and their family enjoyed an amazing trip to Italy this summer! Can't wait to have you both with us at Holy Cross in a few weeks!

Student Walk Through Day #2! 💛💚💛💚

Laila '26 and Karissa '25 were in Poconos PA at a National Dance Competition with their dance teacher Holy Cross' very own Meg Dreher '16!

Griffin ‘27 is learning about the family business this summer, Seymour Oil and Propane! When we are not pumping propane, we are taking steps to ensure safe underground tanks. All underground tanks are buried with a magnesium anode anode bag to prevent corrosion. These must be tested regularly (max. 3 years). If you rent a tank from us, we will take care of this procedure as part of your rental. If you own the tank, you should call to have it tested. If the tank starts to corrode it will cost $1,000’s of dollars to remove and replace. FAQ’s 1. What is an anode bag? - An anode bag is a container that holds a sacrificial anode, typically made of materials like magnesium or zinc. It is used in cathodic protection systems to prevent corrosion of metal structures. 2. How does an anode bag work? - The sacrificial anode inside the bag corrodes instead of the metal structure it is protecting. This sacrificial corrosion process helps extend the protected structure’s lifespan by diverting corrosive forces away from it. 3. What is cathodic testing? - Cathodic testing, also known as cathodic protection testing, is a method used to evaluate the effectiveness of a cathodic protection system. It involves measuring the electrical potential of a metal structure relative to a reference electrode to ensure that sufficient protection against corrosion is being provided. 4. What are the consequences of inadequate cathodic protection? - Inadequate cathodic protection can lead to accelerated corrosion of metal structures, resulting in structural degradation, leaks, and potential environmental hazards. It can also lead to regulatory non-compliance and costly repairs or replacements. 6. How often does the test need to be done? - The test should be conducted upon installation, 12-18 months after the initial test, and then every three years. 4. Do I need to be home when the test is conducted? - No. Our technicians will conduct the test and we will send you a copy of the report for your records.

39 local students, many of which are starting school at HC in a few weeks, attended the Summer on Oronoke Volleyball camp. We were so excited to welcome so many enthusiastic players to campus.

Trey ‘27 and his family are visiting a favorite destination of many of his Holy Cross teachers and our staff, Disney World! Share your summer photos with us at https://www.holycrosshs-ct.com/.../crusader-summer-photo

Thank you to Mrs. Parks and our incredible student volunteers for a successful walk-through day for the incoming class of 2028 and transfers. It is so great to have our Crusaders back in the building. 💚💛💚💛

Members of the incoming class of 2028 and transfer students visited Holy Cross for a walk through of the campus and presentation. They were able to find (and test) their lockers, find their classrooms and meet their fellow classmates! We can’t wait to welcome more students for our second round of walk throughs next week!

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Did you reserve your spot for next week’s Entrance Exam? RSVP today and get a head start on your high school search! https://www.holycrossct.org/admissions/admissions-process/entrance-exam-registration/

Mackenzie '27 is keeping busy this summer at the beach, visiting the Statue of Liberty and getting certified in babysitting, first aid and CPR! Rest up Mackenzie, school starts in less then a month!

A victory celebration was captured as Tommy '27 and Will '27 clinched the Ocean State Showdown Championship in Providence, RI with the 2Way Lacrosse Club Team! Congratulations!

Thank you to all of the rising eighth graders who spent the last week at Holy Cross for Mulhern’s Math Camp. Special thanks to Mr. Mulhern for taking math and mailing it with fun!

Grace '22 (lower left) has been on tour all summer as a musical theater performer with the students of CT State Naugatuck Valley Community College in their musical theatre cabaret singing numbers from Rent, Dear Evan Hansen, and The Hunchback of Notre Dame. They’ve performed in CT, NY, MA, and NJ this summer and raised money for the NVCC music department!

It’s the last day of a three week boys’ basketball summer camp with Coach Wilson. Thank you to all of the student-athletes who spent their summer on Oronoke road. Girls Basketball Session 3 begins on August 12! There’s still time to reserve your spot and learn from one of the best - Coach Lombardo! https://www.holycrossct.org/events/summer-on-oronoke

Special guests , Fr Sullivan, Fr Kane, Fr Majeski (Basilica of the Immaculate Conception) Fr Jaworowski (St. Anthony) Fr Smith (Holy Disciples Parish) Msgr Ginty (St Basil the Great parish), joined us today for a clergy luncheon with school administrators. We thank them for visiting our students and spreading the word of the Gospel to our community during the school year.

Crusaders on the West Coast! Lexi ‘25 and Lucy ‘25 traveled to Los Angeles for KCON!!