The Crusader
The Brief Viau
hnc-admin2026-01-29T22:16:26-05:00January 29th, 2026|
A Few “Brief” Notes from the Principal
Hello Crusader Families!
This Catholic Schools Week was full of Faith, Fun, and Family! We kicked it off with an amazing K9 Unit Demonstration from the Escanaba Public Safety K9 Team and four of their K9 Officers as we celebrated our Community. On Tuesday the students dressed up as their favorite Staff member and it was really neat to see their creativity as there were many smiles while we celebrated Staff/Faculty. Wednesday we celebrated Nations by wearing red, white, and blue, and raised $1,743.93 at Entrepreneur Day! Thursday we celebrated Vocations with a beautiful Mass from Father Tim, Father Rob, Deacon Bob, and Seminarian Ethan, and the students gave them care packages that they put together. We also enjoyed an amazing Worship Concert. Today it’s all about the students as they enjoy a N.U.T. Day and show off their skills at the Talent Show. Tomorrow we will wrap up the week celebrating Families at Movie Night in the Multi with pajamas and popcorn.
If you haven’t taken advantage of the $25 registration fee for the 26-27 school year, be sure to do so soon! The offer is only available during Catholic Schools Week for our current families only. Don’t forget that we have a uniform donation closet that you’re welcome to shop from if you’re in need of uniforms! If you would like to make a donation of uniforms that don’t fit anymore, or if you would like to purchase pieces of clothing for $1 donation, please stop by the Grade School office and Mrs. LaMarche or Mrs. Lynch will help you out.
Thank you for all of your support during this very special Catholic Schools Week!
God bless,
Mrs. Brief 😀
A “Viau” from the Headmaster
What a week it’s been here! We finally got a full week of school in and it sure felt good to get back into a routine. It’s been exciting to see the enrollments come through for some of our current students this week! If you haven’t yet, please take advantage of the lower enrollment fee for current students just this week! It’ll go up next week and the weeks after so lets get those registrations in soon! It’s hard to believe, but planning for next year has already begun and getting our enrollment numbers in will help us continue to plan. Open enrollment begins next week so please share with your friends about all of the great things that happen in our school. Shadow Days are also available at the high school; I’d be happy to meet with interested students or parents. Please just pass my information along.
Catholic Schools Week went well. The High School students took part in the dress up days and helped out with Entrepreneur day at the elementary school. The worship concert on Thursday was amazing, too! It was great to be together as a whole school for these events.
What a blessing it is for us all to be part of a wonderful school family. Our school is rooted in Jesus Christ and there is truly nothing more important than that!
Have a fantastic weekend!
God Bless,
Mrs. Viau
News
Substitutes needed!
HN Office2024-09-27T05:59:41-04:00September 26th, 2024|
We are in dire need of substitutes for lead teachers in Preschool-12th grade, preschool aids, office, custodial work, kitchen head cook and aid help. It is a simple process to become a substitute and you would be able to set your schedule so that you can only see opportunities based
on your schedule. The rate for lead teachers is $15 per hour ($120 per full day) and $12 per hour for all other staff. If you or some you know are interested in adding yourself to the substitute list, please call the office and talk to Mickey Trottier.
Veteran’s Day Tribute Submissions
HN Office2024-09-23T13:40:49-04:00September 23rd, 2024|
In preparation for our Veteran’s Day celebration, I am creating a tribute to our Holy Name Family veterans. Please fill in this google form ( https://forms.gle/DRjbUzVoLo6pyjvD8 ) and click the button to upload a picture of your veteran (in uniform preferably).
ALL submissions must be to me by OCT 18th to be included.
You are invited to the ceremony on Veterans day at 9:30 am at the school.
Thank-you in advance for helping us honor our Vets.
For questions, email jhadel@holynamecrusaders.com
Sincerely, Mrs. JoEllen Hadel
Seeking Boys Basketball Coaches
hnc-admin2024-09-20T12:02:13-04:00September 20th, 2024|
Hi All, I am seeking some help for the upcoming Boys Basketball Season… I need coaches! If you or someone you know are looking at getting involved in our school athletics program, and would be interested in coaching one of our basketball teams, please let me know. Reach out via email to athletics@holynamecrusaders.com or call/text me at 612-275-4134. I can get together with any interested individuals to explain the role and responsibility level.
Thanks for your consideration, and GO CRUSADERS!
Tony Derkos
Athletic Director
Message From The Principal
HN Office2024-10-18T11:46:24-04:00September 19th, 2024|
Sept 19, 2024
Dear Families of Holy Name,
This week we heard positive feedback from our teachers regarding our classical initiatives. The seventh grade class recently participated in a picture study of St. John the Baptist. It involved quietly studying the work of art and the story it was telling. It builds self control, self regulation, observation tools, making connections, and promotes beauty.
Speaking of beauty, music also brings beauty to the world. Beauty directs our attention to God’s creation. I found a green and white drum upstairs in the storage area recently and was so excited. We had a thriving band program here at one point in our school’s history. We are exploring the possibility of reviving the band. Coming soon, we are going to be sending a survey out to parents regarding a potential band program here at Holy Name. It is a great opportunity for us to consider. It will alleviate students missing class time and give our school one more thing to be proud of.
As with many great ideas, there will be a cost to this program and we are seeking your input to seek its feasibility. We strive toward sustainable solutions and want to be strategic in our efforts.
Tomorrow is picture day. We are asking for our students to dress either in uniform or their Sunday best. Although the Green Bay Packer jersey costs more than any other shirt your child may own, please dress like you would for school Mass. Button down shirts are appropriate for this picture.
This is not the “fun” picture day, but plain old boring school picture day. Fun days will likely come later for the other pictures in the yearbook. I hope that helps clarify. When we look back on our classes, we want to show our best for our future crusaders. Basketball players have a plan and that has been communicated directly with them.
One final thought, we have families at our school in need of prayer. Please lift them up in your prayers. Jesus makes miracles happen. During our adoration time this week, the families were lifted in prayer in our chapel. A special thank you to Dcn Bob for the exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and for leading the prayers. We find out the importance of the Body of Christ when there is a crisis. We can all play a valuable part in prayer. Thank you for considering your participation.
Peace and joy,
Nathan Vande Hey
Principal
Fall Sports Pictures Update
hnc-admin2024-09-19T10:16:09-04:00September 19th, 2024|
Attention ALL Fall Sports Athletes: Fall Sports Pictures will take place on Friday, September 20th, but will now happen at the beginning of the school day.
Girls Basketball players are to come to school Friday dressed IN YOUR GAME UNIFORM (black side out). Enter through the Gym doors, and we’ll get individuals done right away. After all individuals are complete, we’ll get Team pictures done, and then players will change into their school day (Picture Day) clothes, and return to class.
Cross Country athletes will bring their running uniforms with them when they come to get School Pictures done at 10:50, and we’ll get the individuals done after their school picture, then the photographer will create a composite Team photo with all runners and coaches.
Picture Form is attached here… more envelopes will be available onsite, and online ordering will be available.
Feast of St Francis – Blessing of the Pets
Holy Name Receptionist2024-09-19T09:51:36-04:00September 19th, 2024|
The feast of St. Francis is Friday October 4th. Blessing of the Pets will be offered at 2:45 pm for blessing of the pets (pending weather).
As a reminder, NO pets inside the school. Parents are to bring any pets to the back side of the parking lot near the playground. Students will come out to gather.
Kids Rosary
hnc-admin2024-09-16T17:16:54-04:00September 12th, 2024|
Message from the Principal
Holy Name Receptionist2024-10-18T11:46:24-04:00September 12th, 2024|
Principal’s Message:
Sept 12, 2024
Dear Families of Holy Name,
This week marked another 9/11 anniversary. I had a brother who lived in New York City at the time and witnessed the destruction first hand. There are many of you who are likely too young to remember that day. There was a lot of fear and uncertainty surrounding that horrific event 23 years ago.
Fear is a tremendous motivator, but it can be unhealthy. In 1 John 4:18, he addresses fear: “There is no fear in love, but perfect love drives out fear because fear has to do with punishment, and so one who fears is not yet perfect in love.”
Love entails wanting what is best for another. Why do I bring this up? Parenting today presents so many challenges. It is difficult to navigate and to trust that God ‘has your back’. A trap parents may fall into is the fear that their children will not love them if they discipline them. Children need boundaries and most children do not have the self awareness of where the boundaries lie. It is up to the parents to teach their children what the boundaries are: Don’t play in the street, Don’t talk to strangers, Don’t drink the Drano, Don’t invade another’s personal space, etc.
A trap that comes to mind is that “My child won’t be happy if…” There is a real fear in that. However, your child was made for greatness. That does not happen overnight. It takes years of perseverance and hard work to discern God’s plan.
Here is a practical suggestion: Given the choice between an apple and fruit snacks, a child will often choose fruit snacks. One is natural and has real health benefits, while the other tastes good, but offers little in terms of nutrition. Presenting the healthy choice without the other implicitly tells the child that what we eat matters. Out of love for your child—because you want what is best for them—presenting healthy choices gives them good fuel to help them grow. That does not mean a treat cannot be given. Mature adults giving healthy choices keeps the big picture in perspective. Likely the child may not like it at first, but letting a child off the hook through fear is not what is best for them. They do not have the wisdom to discern that. A mature person owns and makes that decision out of love. So, fear not. Your child will still love you.
Peace and joy,
Nathan Vande Hey
Principal
Other Important Notes:
Picture day for school (PK-12) and Fall sports will be Friday, September 20th. Students are welcome to wear school uniforms or Sunday best (following dress code guidelines) for school pictures. Fall sports pictures will be taken after school. Order envelopes will be sent home early next week. Online ordering will be available. Parents can order online before or after the picture day.
September 17th is Constitution Day. Constitution Day commemorates the formation and signing of the U.S. Constitution by thirty-nine brave men on September 17, 1787, recognizing all who are born in the U.S. or by naturalization, have become citizens.
Watch our website for more school updates and information.
As always, thank you for all you do in prayer, love, and acts of service for our school.
