Church Organizations

Parish Council– President – Mr. Gus Sekas

The Elected Body Of The Church Whose Purpose Is To Work Together With The Pastor In Fulfilling The Goals Of The Parish And Its Administrative Needs. It Consists Of The Pastor And 24 Members, 1/3 Of Which Are Elected Annually From The Members In Good Standing Of The Community.

Meeting: Second And Fourth Tuesday Of Every Month – 7:30pm – Church Hall

School Board Of The DGK Parochial Schoo – Chairman – Dean Rasinya

The Board Is Made Up Of 12 Members, One Third Of Which Are Elected Annually By The Parish Council. The School Board Together With The Pastor, President Of The Parish Council And Principle, Establish The Policies That Govern The School.

Meetings: First Thursday Of Every Month – School Library

School Board Of The Greek Afternoon School Of Holy Cros – Chairman – Dennis Papadatos

The Board Is Made Up Of 9 Members Appointed By The Parish Council. The School Board Together With The Pastor, President Of The Parish Council And Principal, Establish The Policies That Govern The School.

Parent Teachers Organizatio – President – Eugenia Romanos

An Organization Made Up Of Parents And Teachers Of The Greek Afternoon School. Each Year They Raise Funds, Which Are Used To Enhance The Greek Afternoon School Program.

Meetings: Monthly Meetings As Scheduled – School Cafeteria

Kaloidis Association Of Parents And Teacher – President – Markella Politis Venekas

An Organization Made Up Of Parents And Teachers Of The DGK Parochial School. Each Year They Raise Funds, Which Are Used To Enhance The Parochial School Program. The President Is An Ex Official Member Of The School Board

Meetings: Monthly Meetings As Scheduled – School Cafeteria

Scouting Programs

A Full Range Of Scouting Programs Is Available For Both Girls And Boys. These Programs Offer A Variety Of Activities Including Camping Trips And Crafts. Our Troop Has The Distinct Honor Of Having The Most Eagle Scouts In The NY Area.

Boy Scout: Scout Master – James Athanasatos

Ages: Boys – 12-17 Years Old

Meetings: Every Friday

Time: 7:30pm – 9:30pm

Place: School Gymnasium

Cub Scouts – Scout Master – Mike Moutsalis

Ages: Boys – 8-10 Years Old

Meetings: Every Friday

Time: 5:30pm – 7:30pm

Place: School Cafeteria

Senior Girl Scouts– Scout Leader – Elaine Katradis

Ages: 10th – 12th Grade

Meetings: Every Friday

Time: 7:00pm – 8:30pm

Place: Church Hall

Cadets Cadet Leader – Stella Papadatos

Ages: 7th – 9th Grade

Meetings: Every Friday

Time: 6:00pm – 7:30pm

Place: Church Hall

Junior: Junior Leader – Claudia Mitzeliotis

Ages: 4th – 6th Grade

Meetings: Every Friday

Time: 6:00pm – 7:30pm

Place: Church Hall

Brownies:

Ages: 1st – 3rd Grade

Meetings: Every Friday

Time: 4:00pm – 6:00pm

Place: Church Hall

Sports

Senior Boys Basketball – James Panagakos

Ages: 16-18 Years Old

Practice: Every Monday

Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm

Place: School Gymnasium

Games: Saturdays Or Sundays After The Divine Liturgy Depending On The Schedule

Junior Boys Basketball – James Hatgipetros

Ages: 13 – 15 Years Old

Practice: Every Tuesday

Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm

Place: School Gymnasium

Games: Saturdays Or Sundays After The Divine Liturgy Depending On The Schedule

Girl’s Basketball Team – Maria Mantikas

Ages: 13-18 Years Old

Practice: Every Thursday

Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Place: School Gymnasium

Games: Saturdays Or Sundays After The Divine Liturgy Depending On The Schedule

YAL Basketball For Young Men – John Athanasatos

Ages: 17 Years Old And Older

Practice: Days May Vary According To Availability Of Gym

Time: Evenings

Place: School Gymnasium

Games: Weekly Games On Saturdays Or Sundays After The Divine Liturgy

Adult Basketball – Mr. James Panagakos

Practice/Games: Every Thursday

Time: 8:00pm – 10:00pm

Place: School Gymnasium

Education

Demetrios & Georgia Kaloidis Parochial School: Pre K Through 8th Grade

The School Was Established In 1980 To Provide A Quality Elementary Education In All English Subjects And In The Greek Orthodox Faith And Greek Language. We Recognize Our Obligation To Develop Within Each Kid The Skills, Virtues, And Habits Of Heart And Mind Needed To Meet The Challenges Of An Ever-Changing Society.

Greek Afternoon School Of Holy Cross– Principal – Angeliki Roufakis

The Afternoon School Teaches Children The Greek Language, Religion, And Culture. It Has Its Own School Board And An Active PTO. Classes Meet Tuesday Through Friday From 4:00pm To 6:00pm In The Parochial School.

Sunday School– Director – Alex Demoleas

Classes Meet Each Sunday During The Divine Liturgy Where Father George Speaks With The Children And Then They Go To Their Classes. The Grades For The Sunday School Start With Pre K Through 9th Grade.

Youth Programs

GOYAL:(Greek Orthodox Young Adult League) – President – Helen Giakoumis

The Young Adult Group Welcomes Those Members Who Are 18 – 35 Years Old. They Meet On The Second And Fourth Wednesday Of Every Month. Through Their Many Social Events They Raise Funds To Support Their Church And Various Philanthropic Programs. See website for further details http://holycrossyal.com.