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Who is Friends of HTCS?
Friends of Holy Trinity Catholic School is a 501(c)3
non profit corporation with the purpose of generating contributions, pledges and funds for Holy Trinity Catholic School through a membership-based organization. View our 501(c)3 Internal Revenue Service’s letter dated March 29th, 2004 granting FHTCS tax exemption status. Also view the annual (990) Income Tax Return Forms.
Our Mission
To provide each student the highest quality Catholic education through a well balanced curriculum, emphasizing mind, body and spirit.
Why support HTCS?
To keep Holy Trinity Catholic School running strong and financially sound for another 95 years.
Who can join?
We invite parishioners, former students & graduates, area businesses and anyone who has an interest in Catholic education to join.
How much is membership?
The annual membership starts at just $35. However, you may give more if you wish by contributing to the Endowment Fund.
What does HTCS do?
Holy Trinity Catholic School provides the highest quality Catholic education available ranging from its highly degreed faculty to its music programs to its Catholic and state accreditations.
Why does HTCS need help?
To keep tuition affordable in the face of spiraling education costs.
Where will my money go?
To help bridge the gap between tuition and the actual cost of educating a student plus capital and operating needs of the school. Contributions will be made to the school for specific needs as requested.
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On October 12th, 1914, the Vincentian Priests and Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul opened Holy Trinity Catholic School to serve the needs of the working class families who were anxious to hand on their Catholic faith to the next generation. Today Catholic families wish the same for their children. There are very few Catholic elementary schools in North Texas that are still functioning after 95 years. We wish to continue this great tradition of service with the help of our parents, faculty, staff, parishioners and friends.
“We pray that you will join us by becoming a member of the Friends and help support our communities blessed Catholic School.”
Anthony & Sheila
(President & Chairperson - Friends of HTCS)
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Friends of HTCS will:
• Allow all parishioners of Holy Trinity Catholic Church
to make a yearly donation by being a member of the organization, thus involving the entire parish in the education of its children.
• Establish an Endowment Fund to build to a size so that its earnings and growth will help bridge the gap between tuition income and the actual cost to educate our children. Thus making it possible for more children to receive the high-level education that HTCS provides.
• Host Member Events, Alumni Events, and other social gatherings to thank our members and share fellowship.
• Host an Annual Fundraising Event to promote contributions that will go to help support the school.
• Develop an active Alumni and Alumnae Membership to celebrate the value of a Catholic-based education at Holy Trinity Catholic School.
Please join us in keeping Holy Trinity Catholic School operating strong and financially sound for another 95 years!
Why donate? Because You Can:
• continue the legacy of the Holy Trinity Catholic School.
• help keep Holy Trinity Catholic School financially secure.
• do a great thing for some great kids.
• give the gift of a fine Catholic education.
• help our teachers succeed.
• give an opportunity to a child.
• get a tax deduction!
Stated Objective | Bishop Kevin Farrell
(As outlined in the Texas Catholic Newspaper, Oct. 17th, 2008)
Bishop Kevin Farrell’s stated objective for Catholic schools is to “develop a unified effort to build the best possible Catholic School system.” “The three pillars that every Catholic school should have are respect for the individual as a child of God; dedication to teaching the Catholic faith; and a commitment to academic excellence. It is important to communicate the Catholic faith and education is integral to the mission of the Church.”
The Curriculum
Curriculum meets Texas Catholic Conference Education Department standards as outlined by the Diocese of Dallas. Subjects include Religion, Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Music, Art, Computer, Physical Education, Spanish, Speech-(8th Grade), and ISEE Training (8th Grade).
Embracing Technology
Students attend Computer classes in a fully equipped Computer Lab and view classroom lessons on United Streaming. Middle School Social Studies students enrich lessons with Web Lessons. Students also have use of the computer lab and media room in the Community Life Center. Parents access grades, announcements, and homework information online and the school website.
Tuition for 2008-2009
• Early Childhood Preschool & Prekindergarten: $6,000
• Elementary Kindergarten to 8th grade: $5,600
Scholarships Available
• $1,600 to regular contributing members of H.T.C.C.
• $700 to regular contributing members of other Catholic parishes.
• $1,000 discount for each additional child.
All contributions are tax-deductable to the extent allowable by law. Please make checks payable to “Friends of Holy Trinity Catholic School, Inc.” and mail your donation to:
Friends of Holy Trinity Catholic School, Inc.
3826 Gilbert Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75219
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