Elementary Grades

Building a Strong Foundation

Holy Cross Serves Students in Preschool Through 8th Grade

For more than 88 years, Holy Cross has been known for providing a loving, supportive and faith-filled education for families in Midtown, Aksarben and all across the Greater Omaha Area.

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Why Choose Holy Cross?

  • Rooted in Faith
  • Strong Academics
  • Comprehensive Support
  • Community Focus
  • Athletics & Activities

Elementary Level Curriculum

We are proud to offer many innovative instructional methods throughout our classrooms and grade levels. Students have access to technology such as iPads, Chromebooks, coding robots, STEM materials and more to make learning more interactive.

At Holy Cross, our experienced teachers deliver proven, effective instruction. With nearly 90 years of academic excellence, we uphold a tradition of structured, thoughtful instruction that prioritizes critical thinking and mastery of fundamental skills across core subjects. Our goal is to ensure students are engaged, challenged and prepared for lifelong success.

Special Opportunities

  • Visual Arts Program
  • Weekly Library Time
  • Weekly Music Classes
  • Weekly Physical Education Classes

 

Differentiation

Supporting Every Student’s Growth Across All Areas of Development

Students perform at varying academic levels, and our teachers provide tailored lessons and challenge students every day to ensure that each individual stays engaged and motivated.

Growth scores from the 2024-2025 STAR standardized test scores in Reading were the highest recorded in Consortium school history. For the Fall to Winter 2024-2025 benchmarking period, Holy Cross was ranked the second highest among all Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Omaha! We are proud of our students and their focus on learning, especially as many other nearby school districts show a trend of declining reading scores.

 

Students take standardized tests three times per year to track their academic progress.

Extracurricular activities

Holy Cross students can play CYSL soccer, basketball, volleyball, T-ball, baseball, softball and track and field. Beyond athletics, we have many clubs and activities in which students can participate and excel.

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The Holy Cross community is what makes it special and sets it apart. The people are engaged, passionate, caring and welcoming. They truly care about people as individuals and want to make Holy Cross a place for students to thrive. They are willing to jump in and help in any instance, from events at the parish or school to providing personal support.

Jodi Tripp, Current parent

We chose Holy Cross Catholic School for its emphasis on religious education and rigorous academics. What we discovered was not only that, but also one of the most welcoming and gracious communities that we are so thankful to be a part of.

I think Abraham Lincoln said it best, “The best way to predict your future is to create it.”, we feel like that is possible at Holy Cross.

Garrett Campbell, Current Parent

My family has been part of the HC community for 4 years now. We have enjoyed every bit of it. I have been very pleased that not only are my kids getting an excellent education, but their individual needs are also being addressed. Plus, our principal is very active with the students and truly gets to know each and every one.

Elizabeth Roynesdal, Current Parent