Update Archive – Holy Cross PREP

HC PREP Weekly Parents Memo – October 2, 2026

Thank you all for your continued support, cooperation, and partnership as we begin another great week of PREP. Please take note of the following updates:

First PREP Community Mass: Join us for our first Community Mass on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, led by our Level 7 students! We look forward to praying and celebrating together as a parish community. If you arrive a few minutes late on Mass day, please walk your child directly over to the Church.
Outstanding Documents & Fees: If you still have outstanding registration fees or have not yet submitted your child’s Baptismal Certificate, please drop them off at the Parish Office as soon as possible (Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM and 1:00 PM–3:45 PM).
Drop-Off, Pick-Up & Parking Safety:
- PREP Classes officially run from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Our students are expected to be here at 6:55 PM for drop-off and should be picked up at 8:00 PM.
- Students should be walked to their line-up areas:
  - Level 1 & Level 2: By the side entrance to the Church in the Front Parking Lot.
  - Level 3, Level 4 & Level 5: Under the covered area at the front entrance to the School.
  - Level 6 & Level 7: Under the covered area in the Back Parking Lot.
- PLEASE CONTINUE TO DRIVE WITH DUE CARE & ATTENTION IN OUR PARKING LOT. With the exception of Level 6 and Level 7, parents are asked to walk their children to their line-up area for the start of classes and to walk them back to their cars after classes are finished. Please do not stop in the Front Lot to drop off or pick up your children—please park in the Back Parking Lot.
Ascent Volleyball Club: We are pleased to share information about Ascent Volleyball Club, founded by members of our Holy Cross parish community! Physical activity and sports play a wonderful role in the character and personal development of young people. To learn more or to register, visit https://www.ascentvolleyball.com/.
Pathways Girls Leadership Club (2026–2027): Starting this month! Holy Cross is hosting Pathways, a Catholic leadership club for girls in grades 3 to 5 running from October 2026 to May 2027. Meeting once a month on Saturdays, the club helps girls grow in virtue, friendship, and leadership through games, crafts, drama, and service. For full details and registration, visit https://forms.gle/X2mXGFnxz8oxbJUt6.

Thank you for your ongoing support and cooperation. I look forward to seeing everyone on Tuesday!

Joseph Villella

HC PREP Coordinator

HC PREP Weekly Parent Memo – September 25, 2026

Welcome back to all our PREP families as we prepare for Week 3 of classes! We hope your children are settling well into their routines and enjoying their time together.

Please take note of the following important updates and reminders for the coming week:

Parent Responsibility Agreement Form: If you have not yet sent in your child’s completed Parent Responsibility Agreement form, please make sure to send it with your child this Tuesday so they can hand it directly to their teacher.
Final Call for Outstanding Documents & Fees: Registration is now closed. If you still have outstanding registration fees or have not yet submitted your child’s Baptismal Certificate, please drop them off at the Parish Office as soon as possible (Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM and 1:00 PM–3:45 PM).
Drop-Off, Pick-Up & Parking Safety:
- Classes run from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Please ensure students arrive at their designated line-up areas by 6:55 PM.
- PLEASE DRIVE WITH DUE CARE & ATTENTION IN OUR PARKING LOT.
- Except for Levels 6 and 7, parents must walk their children directly to their line-up areas before class and meet them there at dismissal.
- Do not stop in the Front Lot for drop-off or pick-up—please park in the Back Parking Lot to keep traffic moving safely.
Ascent Volleyball Club: We are pleased to share information about Ascent Volleyball Club, founded by members of our Holy Cross Parish community! Physical activity and sports play a wonderful role in the character and personal development of young people. To learn more or to register, visit https://www.ascentvolleyball.com/.
Pathways Girls Leadership Club (2026–2027): Starting soon! Holy Cross is hosting Pathways, a Catholic leadership club for girls in grades 3 to 5 running from October 2026 to May 2027. Meeting once a month on Saturdays, the club helps girls grow in virtue, friendship, and leadership through games, crafts, drama, and service. For full details and registration, visit https://forms.gle/X2mXGFnxz8oxbJUt6.

Thank you for your ongoing support and cooperation.

Joseph Villella
HC PREP Coordinator

HC PREP Weekly Parent Memo – September 18, 2026

Welcome back to all our families as we get ready for our second week of PREP classes! A very special thank you to all the parents who attended our Parent Information Meeting this past Tuesday. Please pay attention to the following important information for the upcoming week:

Registration Deadline & Outstanding Documents: Registration for 2026/2027 PREP closes on September 25. Fillable forms are available on our website (hcprep.ca). Registrations and any outstanding documents (fees or Baptismal Certificates) can be dropped off at the Parish Office Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 3:45 PM.

Tuesday Evening Student Meeting: On Tuesday, September 22, all students will start their evening with a quick meeting in the Church. Students should line up in their designated areas by 6:55 PM, and teachers will walk them over to the Church together. If you arrive a few minutes late, please walk your child directly to the Church.

Parent Responsibility Agreement: Please ensure that you send your child with a completed Parent Responsibility Agreement form on Tuesday. Your child can submit this form to their Teacher.

Line-Up Locations & Traffic Safety: Students are expected at 6:55 PM for drop-off and should be picked up at 8:00 PM. Please walk your children to their designated line-up areas.

Parking Rules: PLEASE DRIVE WITH DUE CARE & ATTENTION IN OUR PARKING LOT. With the exception of Levels 6 and 7, parents are asked to walk their children to their line-up area before class and walk them back to their cars after dismissal. Please do not stop in the Front Lot to drop off or pick up your children. Please park in the Back Parking Lot.

Weekly Website Updates: IMPORTANT: Please refer to the HC PREP website on a weekly basis for the most current updates (hcprep.ca). The website is updated with all relevant PREP information for the upcoming week every Friday.

Pathways Girls Leadership Club (2026-2027): Holy Cross will be hosting the Pathways Girls Leadership Club beginning October 2026 to May 2027. Pathways is a Catholic leadership club for girls entering grades 3 to 5. Girls will grow in virtue, friendship and leadership through engaging activities, including arts & crafts, drama, games, discussions and service. The club will meet one Saturday each month from October 2026 to May 2027. For more information about schedule, location and registration, visit https://forms.gle/X2mXGFnxz8oxbJUt6.

Thank you, and I look forward to seeing you all on Tuesday!

Joseph Villella
HC PREP Coordinator

HC PREP Weekly Parent Memo – September 8, 2026

Welcome back to all our PREP Families as we embark on another year of Religious Education at Holy Cross Parish! Please pay attention to the following important information:

Registration & Outstanding Documents: There are still a few spots available in HC PREP for 2026/27 and registration will close on September 25. Registrations can be dropped off at the Parish Office Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 3:45 PM. Please note that all outstanding registration fees and Baptismal Certificates must be submitted to the Parish Office by September 25.
First Day & Schedule: PREP classes officially start on Tuesday, September 15, at 7:00 PM. Our students are expected to be here at 6:55 PM for drop-off and should be picked up at 8:00 PM.
Line-Up Locations & Traffic Safety: Students should be walked to their line-up areas (please take note of the Level 3, Level 4, and Level 5 changes from last year):
- Level 1 & Level 2: By the side entrance to the Church in the Front Parking Lot.
- Level 3, Level 4 & Level 5: Under the covered area at the front entrance to the School.
- Level 6 & Level 7: Under the covered area in the Back Parking Lot.
- Parking Rules: PLEASE DRIVE WITH DUE CARE & ATTENTION IN OUR PARKING LOT. With the exception of Level 6 and Level 7, parents are asked to walk their children to their line-up area for the start of classes and to walk them back to their cars after classes are finished. Please do not stop in the Front Lot to drop off or pick up your children. Please park in the Back Parking Lot.
Parent Meeting: There will be an IMPORTANT PARENTS MEETING on September 15 from 7:05 PM to 7:55 PM in the Church. At least one parent from each family is expected to attend.
Website & Sacrament Information: Our website (hcprep.ca) has been newly updated! It now includes a dedicated FAQ section as well as comprehensive information regarding the Sacraments (including all confirmed dates).
Weekly Updates: IMPORTANT: Please refer to the HC PREP website on a weekly basis for the most current updates (hcprep.ca). The website will be updated with all relevant PREP information for the upcoming week on Fridays.
Pathways Girls Leadership Club (2026-2027): Holy Cross will be hosting the Pathways Girls Leadership Club beginning October 2026 to May 2027. Pathways is a Catholic leadership club for girls entering grades 3 to 5. Girls will grow in virtue, friendship and leadership through engaging activities, including arts & crafts, drama, games, discussions and service. The club will meet one Saturday each month from October 2026 to May 2027. For more information about schedule, location and registration, visit https://forms.gle/X2mXGFnxz8oxbJUt6.

Thank you, and I look forward to seeing you all on September 15!

Joseph Villella
HC PREP Coordinator

Holy Cross Prep Parents Year-end Update for May 22, 2026

I would like to start off by thanking all our students, teachers, and families for another wonderful year of Religious Education at Holy Cross Parish. We also wish our Level 7 students the very best as they move on to High School. Please pay attention to the following information:

Director Retirement & Transition: I will be retiring as Director of the Holy Cross PREP Program, effective June 30, 2026. I want to sincerely thank you all for your continued support of the program throughout this year and in past years as well. Mr. Joseph Villella will be taking over for me, effective September 1, 2026. Joseph currently teaches at Holy Cross Elementary School and will continue in both roles next year. Your cooperation in all aspects of our program was sincerely appreciated!
Sacramental Photos & Documents: All Level 2 and Level 7 sacramental photos, as well as Level 1 to 7 CSL documents, were given out to all our students on May 19th, which was our last day of classes. If your child was not in attendance, you can pick up their documents at the Parish Office.
Registration Timelines: Holy Cross PREP classes ended on May 19th and registration will stay open for next year until June 30th. Hard copies of the registration forms were sent home, or you can go online for the form at hcprep.ca. The early registration fee discount ends on June 1st. (Note: Registration will open again on September 2nd).
First Day of Class: PREP classes for 2026/27 will officially start up again on Tuesday, September 15th at 7:00 PM.
Stay Updated: Please refer to the Holy Cross PREP Program Website for the most current updates at hcprep.ca.

Thank you,

Mr. Dino Alberti

HC PREP PROGRAM LAST PARENTS MEMO FOR 2026 (May 15, 2026)

I would like to start off by reminding all our Families, that there is only One Session of Prep left in the year and that attendance at the last Class on May 19, is important. Your cooperation throughout the year has been much appreciated. Please pay attention to the following information:

* IMPORTANT: I will be retiring as Director of the Holy Cross Prep Program, effective June 30, 2026. I want to sincerely thank you all for your continued support of the HC Prep Program throughout this year and in past years as well. Mr. Joseph Villella will be taking over for me, effective Sept. 1, 2026. Joseph currently teaches at Holy Cross Elementary School and will continue in both roles next year. I look forward to positively closing up this year with all of you with great anticipation.

* IMPORTANT: For our regular Tuesday Night Prep classes, we have been granted permission to allow our Parents to make a LEFT TURN off of Delta Ave into the parking lot entrance in front of the Church. Parents are not permitted to enter the Parking Lot from the Back Lot Exit area. Parents are only permitted to exit from the Back Lot ramp. Please also note, that when you are leaving our Parking lot on to Delta Ave, you are only permitted to “TURN RIGHT”

* IMPORTANT: ALL LEV. 2 & LEV. 7 SACRAMENTAL PHOTOS / LEV. 1 TO 7 CSL DOCUMENTS WILL BE GIVEN OUT TO OUR STUDENTS ON MAY 19TH, OUR LAST DAY OF CLASSES.

* IMPORTANT: HC PREP CLASSES WILL END ON MAY 19 & REGISTRATION WILL OPEN FOR NEXT YEAR ON APR. 28 (HARD COPIES OF THE REGISTRATION FORMS WERE SENT HOME OR YOU CAN GO ON-LINE FOR THE FORM AT hcprep.ca) THE EARLY REGISTRATION FEE DISCOUNT ENDS ON JUNE FIRST. (REGISTRATION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL JUNE 30TH AND THEN WILL RE-OPEN AGAIN ON SEPT. 2) PREP CLASSES FOR 2026/2027 START UP AGAIN ON SEPTEMBER 14 @ 7 pm.

* IMPORTANT: The last Community Prep Mass of the Year took place on May 12th. The Mass was presented by the Lev. 4 Class and we are all so proud of the great job the Teachers and Students did in presenting the Mass to our Community.

* IMPORTANT: Please refer to the HC Prep Program Website on a weekly basis for the most current up-dates. The Website will be updated with all relevant Prep Program Information for the upcoming week, on Fridays or Mondays. (hcprep.ca)

Thank you and I look forward to seeing you all on Tuesday, May 19th at our last Session of the year,

Dino Alberti

HC PREP Coordinator

HC Prep Program Parents` Update for May 8, 2026

I would like to start off by reminding all our Families, that there are only Two Sessions of Prep left in the year and that attendance at these last 2 Classes is important. Please pay attention to the following information:

*IMPORTANT: I will be retiring as Director of the Holy Cross Prep Program, effective June 30, 2026. I want to sincerely thank you all for your continued support of the HC Prep Program throughout this year and in past years as well. Mr. Joseph Villella will be taking over for me, effective Sept. 1, 2026. Joseph currently teaches at Holy Cross Elementary School and will continue in both roles next year. I look forward to positively closing up this year with all of you with great anticipation.

* IMPORTANT: For our regular Tuesday Night Prep classes, we have been granted permission to allow our Parents to make a LEFT TURN off of Delta Ave into the parking lot entrance in front of the Church. Parents are not permitted to enter the Parking Lot from the Back Lot Exit area. Parents are only permitted to exit from the Back Lot ramp. Please also note, that when you are leaving our Parking lot on to Delta Ave, you are only permitted to “TURN RIGHT”

* PLEASE DRIVE WITH DUE CARE & ATTENTION IN OUR PARKING LOT. With the exception of Lev. 6 & Lev. 7, Parents are being asked to walk their Children to their line up area for the start of classes and to walk them back to the cars after classes are finished. Please do not stop in the Front Lot to Drop – off or Pick-up your Children. Please park in the Back Parking Lot.

* IMPORTANT: ALL LEV. 2 & LEV. 7 SACRAMENTAL PHOTOS / LEV. 1 TO 7 CSL DOCUMENTS WILL BE GIVEN OUT TO OUR STUDENTS ON MAY 19TH, OUR LAST DAY OF CLASSES.

* IMPORTANT: HC PREP CLASSES WILL END ON MAY 19 & REGISTRATION WILL OPEN FOR NEXT YEAR ON APR. 28 (HARD COPIES OF THE REGISTRATION FORMS WERE SENT HOME OR YOU CAN GO ON-LINE FOR THE FORM AT hcprep.ca) THE EARLY REGISTRATION FEE DISCOUNT ENDS ON JUNE 1ST. (REGISTRATION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL JUNE 30TH AND THEN WILL RE-OPEN AGAIN ON SEPT. 2)

* IMPORTANT: The last Community Prep Mass of the Year will take place on May 12th. The Mass will be presented by the Lev. 4 Class and all our Families are welcome to attend. (If your Child is a few minutes late, please walk them over to the Church)

* IMPORTANT: Please refer to the HC Prep Program Website on a weekly basis for the most current up-dates. The Website will be updated with all relevant Prep Program Information for the upcoming week, on Fridays or Mondays. (hcprep.ca)

Thank you and I look forward to seeing you all on Tuesday, May 12th at our last Community Mass of the year,

Dino Alberti

HC PREP Coordinator

Holy Cross Prep Parents Update for May 1, 2026

I would like to start off by reminding all our Families, that there are only 3 Sessions of Prep left in the year and that attendance at these last 3 Classes is important. Please pay attention to the following information:

*IMPORTANT: I will be retiring as Director of the Holy Cross Prep Program, effective June 30, 2026. I want to sincerely thank you all for your continued support of the HC Prep Program throughout this year and in past years as well. Mr. Joseph Villella will be taking over for me, effective Sept. 1, 2026. Joseph currently teaches at Holy Cross Elementary School and will continue in both roles next year. I look forward to positively closing up this year with all of you with great anticipation.

* IMPORTANT: For our regular Tuesday Night Prep classes, we have been granted permission to allow our Parents to make a LEFT TURN off of Delta Ave into the parking lot entrance in front of the Church. Parents are not permitted to enter the Parking Lot from the Back Lot Exit area. Parents are only permitted to exit from the Back Lot ramp. Please also note, that when you are leaving our Parking lot on to Delta Ave, you are only permitted to “TURN RIGHT”

* PLEASE DRIVE WITH DUE CARE & ATTENTION IN OUR PARKING LOT. With the exception of Lev. 6 & Lev. 7, Parents are being asked to walk their Children to their line up area for the start of classes and to walk them back to

the cars after classes are finished. Please do not stop in the Front Lot to Drop – off or Pick-up your Children. Please park in the Back Parking Lot.

* IMPORTANT: ALL LEV. 2 & LEV. 7 SACRAMENTAL PHOTOS / LEV. 1 TO 7 CSL DOCUMENTS WILL BE GIVEN OUT TO OUR STUDENTS ON MAY 19TH, OUR LAST DAY OF CLASSES.

* IMPORTANT: HC PREP CLASSES WILL END ON MAY 19 & REGISTRATION WILL OPEN FOR NEXT YEAR ON APR. 28 (HARD COPIES OF THE REGISTRATION FORMS WERE SENT HOME OR YOU CAN GO ON-LINE FOR THE FORM AT hcprep.ca)

* IMPORTANT: The last Community Prep Mass of the Year will take place on May 12. The Mass will be presented by the Lev. 4 Class and all our Families are welcome to attend.

* IMPORTANT: Please refer to the HC Prep Program Website on a weekly basis for the most current up-dates. The Website will be updated with all relevant Prep Program Information for the upcoming week, on Fridays or Mondays. (hcprep.ca)

Thank you and I look forward to seeing you all on Tuesday, May 5,

Dino Alberti

HC PREP Coordinator

HC Prep Program Parents` Update for April 24, 2026

I would like to start off by wishing the Lev. 2 Students and their Teachers “God`s Blessings” as they prepare to receive the Sacrament of First Communion which will take place on Saturday, April 25th. Please pay attention to the following information:

*IMPORTANT: I will be retiring as Director of the Holy Cross Prep Program, effective June 30, 2026. I want to sincerely thank you all for your continued support of the HC Prep Program throughout this year and in past years as well. Mr. Joseph Villella will be taking over for me, effective Sept. 1, 2026. Joseph currently teaches at Holy Cross Elementary School and will continue in both roles next year. I look forward to positively closing up this year with all of you with great anticipation.

* IMPORTANT: For our regular Tuesday Night Prep classes, we have been granted permission to allow our Parents to make a LEFT TURN off of Delta Ave into the parking lot entrance in front of the Church. Parents are not permitted to enter the Parking Lot from the Back Lot Exit area. Parents are only permitted to exit from the Back Lot ramp. Please also note, that when you are leaving our Parking lot on to Delta Ave, you are only permitted to “TURN RIGHT”

* PLEASE DRIVE WITH DUE CARE & ATTENTION IN OUR PARKING LOT. With the exception of Lev. 6 & Lev. 7, Parents are being asked to walk their Children to their line up area for the start of classes and to walk them back to

the cars after classes are finished. Please do not stop in the Front Lot to Drop – off or Pick-up your Children. Please park in the Back Parking Lot.

* IMPORTANT: ALL LEV. 2 & LEV. 7 SACRAMENTAL PHOTOS / DOCUMENTS WILL BE GIVEN TO OUR STUDENTS ON MAY 19th (All our Students are expected to participate in Classes up to May 19 th)

* IMPORTANT: HC PREP CLASSES FOR THE YEAR WILL END ON MAY 19. REGISTRATION WILL OPEN FOR NEXT YEAR ON APR. 28 (HARD COPIES OF THE REGISTRATION FORM WILL BE SENT HOME OR YOU CAN GO ON-LINE FOR THE FORM AT hcprep.ca

* IMPORTANT: Lenten Mite Boxes were sent home on Feb. 24 and can be returned by no later than April 21. (Participation is voluntary)

* IMPORTANT: The First Communion Mass will take place on Saturday, April 25 at 1 pm in the Church (Students are expected to be here in the School Gym by 12:20 pm)

* IMPORTANT: Please refer to the HC Prep Program Website on a weekly basis for the most current up-dates. The Website will be updated with all relevant Prep Program Information for the upcoming week, on Fridays or Mondays. (hcprep.ca)

Thank you and I look forward to seeing you all on Tuesday, April 28,

Dino Alberti

HC PREP Coordinator

Holy Cross Prep Parents Update for April 17, 2026

I would like to start off by thanking the Lev. 2 Students and their Teachers for the outstanding job they are doing in preparing for the Sacrament of First Communion which will take place on April 25th @ 1 pm in our Church. Please pay attention to the following information:

* IMPORTANT: Level 2 First Communion Mass Rehearsal & Gown Pick-up is from 4:15 to 5:30 pm on Wednesday, April 22. (Students can be dropped off in the School Gym @ 4:15 pm and Parents can proceed to the Church Basement to pick-up their Child`s Gown)