Holy Cross School is based on an educational philosophy that brings faith, culture and life into harmony. Inspired by the ministry of Jesus, Holy Cross School provides an education that stresses the importance of compassion, personal responsibility, celebration of diversity, and respect for ourselves and others. Serving the families of South Bend since 1929, Holy Cross School is a shining tribute to God. In partnership with our parents, our administration, staff and volunteers are committed to the education of the whole child, academically, spiritually, socially, emotionally, artistically, and physically. The purpose of The School Advisory Board is to provide support for the pastor and principal in the mission of the Catholic school through time, talent and treasure.
The Holy Cross School Advisory Board:
- is advisory to the pastor and principal
- recognizes that the pastor holds the authority for making final decisions
- adheres to Diocesan School Board policies and guidelines in its work on local school policies and guidelines.
- recognizes that its recommended policies and other actions must be consistent with the school’s stated mission statement and diocesan policies, the teachings of the Catholic Church, and the Christian formation of students.
Holy Cross School Advisory Board members are appointed by the pastor in consultation with the seated school board and the school principal. Board members include parents, parishioners, alumni, and community leaders who are committed to the ongoing development of Holy Cross School as a place of educational excellence and growth in Christian values. Those interested in serving on the School Advisory Board for the 2026.2027 academic year, are encouraged to contact Fr. Jim via email at the link below.
Holy Cross School Advisory Board meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month during the academic year, most often via Zoom at 7:00 pm.
2025.2026 Holy Cross School Advisory Board Members
Charlton Keultjes – Board President
Annie Borjas – School Principal
Fr. Jim Fenstermaker, C.S.C., Pastor
Fr. Noah Junge, C.S.C., Associate Pastor
Carol Thon – Development Director
Amanda Albarran – Board Member
Adam DeBeck – Board Member
Damian Dieter – Board Member
Jessica Thomas Griffin – Board Member
Chuck Lamphier – Board Member
Coretta Mattai-Crockett – Board Member
Marketo Michel – Board Member
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For additional information, please contact
Annie Borjas via email at aborjas@holycrosscrusaders.org or
Father Jim via email at jfenstermaker@hcpsb.org