Congratulations to Mrs. Kane - The Archdiocese of Washington Principal of the Year!

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Holy Cross is a coeducational Catholic school serving children in Pre-Kindergarten for 3 year olds through Eighth Grade.

Our school is a diverse, faith-centered community that was recognized in 2013 as a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. We are an inclusive learning community that strives to achieve each student’s full potential and develop a positive attitude toward learning.

In 2013 the U.S. Department of Education named Holy Cross a National Blue Ribbon School. Holy Cross was one of just fifty private schools to win the award, in recognition of our exemplary high performance. We will be eligible to reapply for the spec…

Holy Cross students receive personal attention in a warm, caring, and safe environment. Our students learn to contribute to one another, to their families and to the global community.

Faith, Scholarship, and Service are our guiding principles. These values guide our students, faculty and parent community in all we do. We welcome you to explore our website and encourage you to attend one of our open house events, schedule a private tour or arrange a shadow day for your child.

Parent Comments

“Students at Holy Cross School are academically challenged and nurtured in a disciplined, kind and loving environment.”

"Teachers tailor their instruction to the individual needs of students and can easily enrich the already advanced curriculum to challenge students."

"The entire curriculum is not only intellectually-rigorous; it is rooted in Christian values of respect for and service to others."

"Holy Cross is a family. It reminds me of the small, rural school that I grew up attending. The education my children receive is second to none and I love the values and Christian ideals incorporated into everyday student life."

"We love that the student body at Holy Cross is a perfect amalgamation of the world, while at the same time delivering a blue ribbon quality education and imparting Christian principles to our son."

"The sense of community extends to the students too, where the older students look out for and mentor the younger ones."

"The students’ moral formation is guided through teaching, example, attendance at Mass, and opportunities for service."

"The teachers care more than at any school I've been involved with, and I find them to be ultra-competent."

"As parents we love the strong sense of community; the class is small enough that we really get to know the other parents and kids at birthday parties, field trips, and school events."

"The nurturing staff and smaller class size has benefitted my children's relationships with peers and educators. The respect and faith taught in the classroom has carried over into home and sports life - it's great to see."

As part of our Catholic Leadership Series, 8th graders prepared 263 sandwiches and 142 bags of trail mix for McKenna’s Wagon, supporting neighbors in need. We are so proud of our students' teamwork and commitment to making a difference in our community! ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross #CatholicLeadership

Today is #GivingTuesday! Join us in supporting our Annual Giving Fund campaign, "Let Your Light Shine." This theme reflects the spirit of Holy Cross School, where each student is encouraged to let their gifts and talents shine through faith, scholarship, and service to others. This year, your donation will support two vital areas: Facilities Improvements and Need Based Tuition Assistance. Learn more and donate today! Link in bio. Thank you! #ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross

On this First Sunday of Advent, we light the candle of hope and reflect on the promise of Christ's coming. Let us prepare our hearts for the joy of the season! #ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross #Advent

We are so thankful for our incredible Holy Cross School family! Wishing you a blessed and joyful Thanksgiving filled with love, gratitude, and cherished moments. #ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross #HappyThanksgiving

Kindergarten Thanksgiving parade! #adwcommunity #iloveholycross

What a wonderful day celebrating Grandparents and Special Friends Day at Holy Cross School! Our students were overjoyed to share their classrooms, talents, and love with these special people in their lives. Thank you to all the grandparents and friends who joined us! #ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross #GrandparentsDay #SpecialFriends

Holy Cross School is thrilled to recognize Mr. Matthew Hillebrenner as our Catholic Business Network Volunteer of the Year. Mr. Hillebrenner volunteers tirelessly as the CYO Director for our school and parish. He also serves as a Parent Ambassador, Open House panelist, and member of the School Advisory Board. Mr. Hillebrenner has personally reinvigorated our CYO athletics programs, encouraging students and families to participate, coach and attend events. Our CYO program is continuing to grow because of Mr. Hillebrenner’s dedication and enthusiasm! #ADWcommunity #ILoveHolyCross

Happy National Catholic Schools Principal's Day to our amazing Principal Kane! We are celebrating with poster decorations made by each class and Pies for the Principal! Mrs. Kane's dedication, leadership, and unwavering commitment to our students, families, and faculty make Holy Cross School a truly special place. 💚 #ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross #NationalCatholicPrincipalsDay

Our second and third graders had an amazing day exploring the National Museum of the American Indian! They learned about the rich history, culture, and traditions of Native peoples, bringing their classroom lessons to life. A day filled with curiosity and discovery! #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross

Future engineers at work! Our 5th graders explored how to test and improve prototypes by taking on the Penny Raft Challenge. They designed and built their own rafts to see how many pennies their creations could hold. Creativity and problem-solving at their best! #ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross #STEM #STEAM #PennyRaftChallenge #FutureEngineers

Full-circle moment! One of our alumni stopped by to thank his teachers, sharing that he aced a high school test on Edgar Allan Poe—all thanks to the strong foundation he built right here at Holy Cross School. Moments like these remind us why we do what we do. 💚 #ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross #HolyCrossProud #ThankATeacher #EdgarAllanPoe

Today, we’re honoring World Diabetes Day by raising awareness about diabetes and its impact on health worldwide. Our students are showing their support with a blue and grey dress down day, raising funds for diabetes research. Together, we can make a difference in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment efforts. 💙 #WorldDiabetesDay #DiabetesAwareness #ADWcommUnity #ILoveHolyCross

Kindergarteners rocked around the clock to celebrate the 50th day of school! Students enjoyed fun themed activities and ended the day with classic root beer floats! Cheers to 50 fantastic days of learning and fun! #ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross #50DaysOfSchool #KindergartenFun

Today, we honor the bravery, dedication, and sacrifices of our veterans. Thank you to all who have served to protect our freedom. #ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross #VeteransDay

It was a joy to welcome our PreK classes to the all school mass today! Thank you to our 8th grade students for helping to guide our youngest angels! #ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross

Don’t forget to head to the polls and cast your ballot today! #ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross #Vote

Don't forget! $2.00 Dress Down Day on Monday, November 4th! 🎉 Support our 8th Grade as they take part in an important service project for McKenna’s Wagon, a program that provides fresh meals to neighbors in need every day. Your $2 donation will fund the supplies needed for our 8th graders to make sandwiches, continuing this vital work as part of their Catholic Leadership project. Thank you for your generosity! 💚🥪 #ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross #Service #McKennasWagon #HolyCrossLeadership #MarthasTable

Today, we celebrate All Saints Day! Our students are learning about the inspiring lives of the saints and reflecting on how they can follow in their footsteps with kindness, faith, service, and love. #AllSaintsDay #ILoveHolyCross #ADWcommUNITY

It’s all treats and no tricks when it comes to Halloween fun at Holy Cross School! From parading in creative costumes to classroom crafts and games, our students have been having a blast celebrating Halloween together. #ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross #HolyCrossHalloween #SchoolSpirit #HalloweenFun

Halloween fun meets tech innovation at the 5th Grade Retro Classic! Our 5th graders designed Halloween-themed games to play with their Kindergarten buddies using handheld devices funded by a Teacher Initiative Grant. Special thanks to Roshon Casey from the Catholic Schools Office for stopping by to check out the excitement! #ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross #STEAM

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