With deep gratitude, Holy Cross High School acknowledged a transformative gift of $1 million from a very successful and forward-thinking alumnus in support of the school’s STREAM curriculum, an acronym which stands for Science, Theology, Robotics, Engineering, Art and Mathematics. The most generous donor wishes to remain anonymous.
In recognition of its Catholic identity as an academic institution sponsored by the congregation of Holy Cross, and building on the concepts of a growing methodology of education that encourages students to pursue inquiries and solve problems that are relevant to their world, Holy Cross High School is enhancing its STREAM curriculum. As espoused by the New York City Department of Education, Holy Cross students are using the engineering design process to identify problems, design possible solutions and test and evaluate the outcomes.
“In keeping with the founder of the congregation of Holy Cross, Blessed Basil Moreau, ‘How we educate the mind will change with the times; how we cultivate the heart is and will remain timeless.’ The STREAM Curriculum at Holy Cross is part of the school’s ever-changing effort to best prepare young people to contribute to the global economy,” said Mike Truesdell, president of Holy Cross. “As a result of this inspirational and aspirational gift from an anonymous alumnus, Holy Cross graduates will continue to excel as they take their next academic and career steps.”
