We would like to acknowledge and recognize the accomplishments of our students throughout the year

Congrats to Kyle Stewart Winner of the 2010 Congressional Art Competition
for his drawing entitled, “Tomato”

Congressman Geoff Davis: “I am so pleased to see the growing enthusiasm of high school participants
this year as well as the unique talent each artist displays,”
  “The Congressional Art Competition is becoming a tradition in the Fourth District. 
I am impressed by the level of detail and skill displayed in Kyle’s drawing of the ‘Tomato.’ 
I am proud to display Kyle’s drawing in the U.S. Capitol and
I commend all of the students for their remarkable artwork.” 

Mr. Stewart’s artwork will be on display in the corridor connecting the
U.S. Capitol Building to the House Office Buildings.  He will receive two tickets to fly to D.C
. and attend a reception in his honor along with other art contest winners
from Congressional Districts throughout the country. 
In addition, Kyle won a scholarship to the Savannah College of Art and Design
that will help with the development of his artistic abilities.

Congratulations Luke Graham!
Seniors Luke Grahman is a role model in the classroom and on the field. Luke plays varsity soccer and tennis and has been playing soccer at Holy Cross since he was in the 8th grade. He is a very involved student and is a member of the Academic Team, Pep Club, Student Council, and Student Council Executive Board, and National Honor Society. Luke also enjoys being a part of Holy Cross' School plays and plays guitar in a band for fun. He volunteers his time by being an Eucharistic Minister at St. Mary of the Assumption Church and by volunteering at the aunnual parish festival. Luke leads by setting a good example and has attained the honor of being Vice President of the National Honor Society this year. He has won several academic awards including the "Future Architect" award by Cincinnati Architects Society and he currently holds a 3.82 grade point average. Luke has a ture passion for helping people and his community. He says that he admires "those people who stand up to protect wildlife and reserve the enviornment," Luke Graham is the epitome of what we aspire all of our students to achieve. He is an all around great role model and Christian leader who considers the well-being of the community before his own.

Congratulations Anna Ward!
Anna Ward is a senior at Holy Cross High School who currently holds a 4.0 gpa. Her success both on the court and in the classroom has made her an exceptional student/athlete. Amma plays varsity basheketball and is currently the team captain. She is an Exrcutive Board Member of Student Council, a member of the National Honor Society and also helps with the school's paper and computer layout. In addition to her involvement with clubs and activities, Anna volunteers over 100 hours every year to community service. She has won the Chrisitan Service Award twice for her devotion to helping others and is currently volunteering with St. Elizabeth Healthcare. When asked who she admires the most, Anna replied, "My parents because they are both very smart, hardworking and loving.

Congratulations to Nathan Pappas who was accepted in the 2010 National Student Leadership Conference on Medicine and Health Care in Washington D.C. that will be held this summer. He was also accepted to participate in the Naval Academy Summer Seminar this summer. Acceptance in both of these programs is based on grades, class standing and outside interests. This is a great honor for Nathan and his family. He will undoubtedky have a very best summer.

Since the last Parent Connection, we received additional ACT scores for our students. And we have new members for the "30 Club". The following additional students have also scored a 30 or higher on the ACT placing them in the top 4% nationally. They include: Annie Wolff, Nick Jehn, Kelvin Adams, and Aaron Fuller. To date, we have had 24 scores of 30 or higher this year; a great accomplishment for our students and an affirmation that Holy Cross High School offers a great education. Congratulations to these students and their parents.
* if for some reason your son or daughter has not been recognized, please have them talk to Mr. Eifert

Congratulations to Eric Gregory
just named a National Merit Finalist. 
There are only 15,000 finalists in the country so
it is a great honor for him and for the school. 
Please feel free to congratulate him. 

And just in case you didn’t know,

Nick Miller and Jared Andrews
were named National Merit Commended Students.

Congratulations!
Steve Rickels received recognition by the KHSAA and Forcht Group of Kentucky
for his outstanding sportsmanship.
Steve was the regional winner and was awarded a plaque, a mantle clock and $200.00.

Governor's Scholar Program 2009
Academics

Jared Andrews Eric Gregory Nick Miller

Governor's Scholar Program 2009
for the Arts

Mark Manczyk-Architecture

Ali Doggett- Visual Art Nathan Pappas-Visual Art

Congratulations to Eric Gregory for being named
a National Merit Semi-Finalist

Jessica Pence

Jessica was named a National Merit Commended Student as a result of her
outstanding performance on the PSAT Test last school year.

Courtney Putthoff

Courtney was chosen by Catholic Digest to receive one of  America’s Top Young Catholic Leader Awards.  Only twelve students nationally were chosen.  In recognition, she received a $1,000 scholarship and will be featured on the cover of either the January or February edition of the  Catholic Digest.

Steve Rickels

On September 29th, Steve won the individual regional golf championship.  He is the first Holy Cross High School student to accomplish this.

Governor's Scholar Program for the Arts (GSA) 2008

Congratulations to the Students
Accepted to Governors School for the Arts 2008

Kyle Stewart-  Sophomore- Visual Art
Tyler Lubbers- Junior- Visual Art
Aaron Fritsch- Junior- Architecture
Marley Fuller- Junior- Visual Art
Taylor Reynolds - Musical Theatre
Maria Koch is an Alternate in Visual Art