Cross & Shield-What's New

RSVP Deadline Extended

There are just a few tables left! So we have exteneded the RSVP registration to Monday, September 28th. To register follow this link.

50/50 Raffle Tickets for Cross & Shield Celebration

50/50 Cross and Shield raffle tickets available for a suggested $10 donation. Tickets can be obtained in the Advancement Office, in the pick-up line Thursday, September 24th and the week of September 28th. Winner need not be present to win. Tickets will also be available at the Cross & Shield event. For more information, call Felicia, ext. 229. See ticket for complete details.

Incredible Italian Farmhouse added to live auction

This farmhouse is really fabulous. Built over 200 years ago, and then totally renovated in 2006. The original character and charm of the house were maintained, yet the kitchen and bathrooms were completely updated with all new appliances, granite counter tops and more. Located in Alba, Piedmont, Italy (in the vineyards) this farmhouse sleeps 7 with 3 Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths. See More Details Don’t forget to check out this video too. Don’t forgett to check out the auction previews.

Make your Reservations Now. Seating still available

DON’T MISS THIS EXCITING EVENING OF FOOD, FUN and DANCING! Send in your reservation forms from your invitations. You still have time to purchase your Cross & Shield tickets. Register online

If you did not receive your invitation, be sure to update your mailing records in the Advancement Office. (click here) Please be sure to include your full name, maiden name, address, phone and year of graduation.

Great Auction Items Developing

Check out the auction gallery for a quick list of some incoming items. Everyone can participate in this school fundraiser by donating a great auction item. Check out the 4-hour 34’ sailing adventure or the La Costa Resort 3-night stay in Carlsbad, CA.

Press Releases Sent

Press releases and information have been sent to our fellow schools and parishes. Additionally, media releases were also sent to local print media outlets. Help us get the word out about this terrific fundraising event for Tampa Catholic. Be sure to bring up the dates of the Cross & Shield when talking to fellow parishioners and friends.

2009 C&S Event Chairperson Named

The Cross & Shield event has been scheduled and Juan Prado ’76, P’06, ’11 and Jenifer Prado ’76, P’06, ’11 have been announced as the 2009 event chairpersons. Following our last committee meeting in June, the theme for the 2009 Cross & Shield Celebration will be “TC Through the Years.”

Mark your calendars for this annual fundraising event and be sure to talk it up among your alumni and parent friends. This year we plan on having something for every TC generation.

Help us stay in touch, update your records today! Call Felicia White at (813) 870-0860, ext. 229.

Committees and Sub-Committees Formed, Meetings Progress

Your Cross & Shield committee started the pre-planning process this March. Much of the event information is posted here at the updated event web pages. Please feel free to connect with the committee members to help promote, donate, or collect auction items.

If you would like to learn more about volunteering for a committee or making donations to Tampa Catholic, please call our Advancement Director, Bart Cobb at 813-870-0860, ext. 228.

How Can You Help?

- Donate auction items, condos, vacation homes, sports memorabilia, antiques, jewelry, tickets, certificates - click on the "Auction Donation Form" link at the left and download today! Have an idea? Contact our Auction Chairperson.

- Become a major sponsor... Learn more about the benefits by clicking on the "Sponsorships" link.

- Sponsor a table in the name of your Class... As alumni of Tampa Catholic, the school and the students count on your support.

If you have any questions or need additional information on how you can be involved in this year’s Cross and Shield Celebration call the event line at (813) 870-0860 ext. 227 or send an email to crossandshield@tampacatholic.org.

Check out Last Year’s Event

On behalf of the Tampa Catholic High School Administration and the Cross and Shield Committee, we thank you for your generous support of the 2008 Evening in Camelot. Your commitment to our school’s mission of providing a quality Catholic education is greatly appreciated.

2008 Event Photo Gallery