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Bright Futures Brightens Family

4/27/2018

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The Gonzales boys
Though Dimitri Gonzales, an eighth grade student at Our Lady of Hope, has always recognized
the importance of Holy Thursday and the Stations of the Cross reenactment of Jesus’ walk to
Calvary, he also couldn’t help but envy the students who played the role of soldiers. He wanted
to play that role himself. This year, as an eighth grader, he had the chance. His mother,
Stephanie Gonzales, was proud.

Mrs. Gonzales is also deeply grateful that Dimitri, as well as his three brothers—Gabriel, Victor
and Julian—are receiving their education at Our Lady of Hope. According to Mrs. Gonzales,
“Dmitri had the confidence to ask for the part because of his teachers’ support and
encouragement. The teachers know my kids,” she continued. “They look out for them.” She
adds that the school also knows what she expects of her children. They reinforce the faith she
teaches at home.

Though teachers and staff are part of what makes Our Lady of Hope special, family is as well.
The Gonzales boys have not only had each other, the school has also been filled with cousins.
Some are still there; others have graduated. “It’s one big family,” says Victor. “I like knowing
everyone has my back,” agrees Gabriel. “Nobody wants to come to school to be bullied,” he
concludes.

Fortunately, with the support of scholarships from Bright Futures Fund, the family has been able to send all four boys to Our Lady of Hope.
-The Gonzales Family

Mrs. Gonzales always knew she wanted her sons to have a Catholic education. Yet it’s been a
financial sacrifice. Fortunately with the support of scholarships from Bright Futures Fund, the
family has been able to send all four boys to Our Lady of Hope. Their mother knows how
fortunate they have been. She is committed to giving back to the school through involvement in
the Parent Teacher Organization and the School Council. “Trust, safety and knowing God is a
part of my sons’ school has made all the difference,” Mrs. Gonzales continues.
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Her boys, politely waiting during the conversation with their mother, are also eager to get back
to the classes they love and then on to see their brother during Stations of the Cross. The family
is happy. They’re comfortable with each other and with being in school. Our Lady of Hope,
during every day of the year, yet especially on Holy Thursday, is a good place to be together.
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HOLY CROSS PARENT OFFERS WORDS OF THANKS

4/19/2018

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By Graciela Cabrera (4th, 5th, and 7th grade parent)
​My family has been a part of the Holy Cross Catholic School family since 2009. My oldest son, now a college freshman, and my son who is now a high school junior, both graduated from Holy Cross. My daughter (7th  grade), son (5th  grade) and youngest son (4th  grade), are all attending Holy Cross this year.

Holy Cross goes beyond the standards of reading, writing and math. The school nurtures the education and development of the whole child.

Holy Cross continually strives to update the school facilities. We have the latest technology in the classroom that allows our students to learn the latest education curriculum. Recently we obtained a state of the art heating and cooling system that makes learning, in any weather, possible.

"As a parent, I am grateful for the dedication that all teachers give my children. I would recommend Holy Cross Catholic School as a place where any child can receive the best education ever."

Parental involvement is what sets Holy Cross apart from other schools. We meet other parents in kindergarten and form friendships that continue until graduation…and beyond. Families all work together so that our children get the best education possible both in and out of the classroom.

As each year passes, our principal, Mrs. Deane works to provide more after school activities and enrichment programs that will help our children. Because our children love sports, Holy Cross has partnered with local organizations and programs to bring a variety of sports to our kids.
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My children love going to school, feel trust in their teachers, enjoy being with classmate—in and out of school—and genuinely feel loved by the entire faculty and Holy Cross staff. As a parent, I am grateful for the dedication that all teachers give my children. I would recommend Holy Cross Catholic School as a place where any child can receive the best education ever.
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