Holy Cross Catholic Academy (Holy Cross CA) High School, often referred to as Holy Cross, is a distinguished Catholic high school located in Vaughan, Ontario. The school is part of the York Catholic District School Board and is committed to providing a high-quality education in a Christ-centered environment.
History of Holy Cross CA
Holy Cross was first established in September 1986 to serve western Woodbridge, a community in Vaughan, Ontario, Canada. The school celebrated its first graduating class in 1990. Archbishop Robert Clune blessed the building on May 2, 1990. The school’s tenth anniversary was inaugurated with the planting of a tree at the front of the school, which is marked by way of a metal plaque. Holy Cross Catholic High School was converted to a Catholic Academy in 1998 due to pressures from the Ontario government to enhance education in technical development.
Location and Contact Information
The school is conveniently located at 7501 Martin Grove Rd, Woodbridge, ON L4L 1A5. The school can be reached via phone at (905) 851-6699.
Academic Excellence
Holy Cross offers education from grades 9 to 12 and is recognized for its commitment to academic excellence. As of October 2020, the school had an enrollment of 992 students. The school takes pride in its impressive student achievement statistics. For instance, 75% of English students achieved the provincial standard in Math, and 93% of English students passed the literacy test on their first attempt in the 2022-2023 academic year.
International Baccalaureate Program
Holy Cross is an authorized International Baccalaureate (IB) World School. The IB program, which was introduced in January 2011, is an academically challenging and balanced program that prepares students for success in their post-secondary education and beyond.
Clubs and Extracurricular Activities
Holy Cross offers a wide range of clubs and extracurricular activities to its students. These activities provide students with opportunities to explore their interests, develop new skills, and build a sense of community. The school charges a Student Activity Fee for all students attending Holy Cross Catholic Academy, which includes a portion for Athletics/Team Sports and Clubs/Awards.
Student Demographics and Feeder Schools
The student population at Holy Cross is diverse. The school serves students from various feeder schools including St. Peter’s Catholic Elementary School, St. Clement Catholic Elementary School, San Marco Catholic Elementary School, St. Margaret Mary Catholic Elementary School, and St. Angela Merici Catholic Elementary School, all in the Woodbridge area.
Holy Cross Catholic Academy High School is more than just a place of learning; it’s a community that nurtures students’ intellectual, spiritual, and personal growth. With its commitment to academic excellence, diverse student body, and robust programs like the International Baccalaureate, it continues to be a pillar of Catholic education in Vaughan, Ontario.
Sources:
https://hocr.ycdsb.ca/
https://www.ycdsb.ca/holy-cross-catholic-academy-earns-official-recognition-as-an-ib-world-school/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Holy_Cross_Catholic_Academy.
