A Message from Fr. Joshua Votruba

Dear Holy Family Classical School,

    Last Friday the Diocese of Tulsa & Eastern Oklahoma released the new priest assignments. I have been assigned as the full-time chaplain at Bishop Kelley High School. This will take effect July 1, so I still have the remainder of the semester here at Holy Family Classical School. My last weekend at Holy Family will be June 27-28.
    I have been at Holy Family now for five years, and all I have known in my priestly ministry is Holy Family Cathedral and Classical School. I have come to love this place. I remember starting here twiddling my thumbs not knowing what to do, to being asked to teach Theology of the Body, to now pursuing a masters degree in school leadership. It has been through my time here, the beautiful influence of our many kids and families, and my experience teaching in the classroom, that I have felt God calling me to dedicate a lot of my priestly ministry to education. This will be a tough move for me since Holy Family Cathedral has been the foundation to my priesthood. However, I am excited for the opportunity that lays ahead of me. Thank you to all of you for being a part of that foundation!
    Fr. Jon Fincher, currently assigned as the chaplain of Bishop Kelley, is being assigned as the Associate Pastor at Holy Family Cathedral and will be the new chaplain for Holy Family Classical School. I am excited for what he brings. He likewise has a love for Catholic education. He was ordained six years ago. His first assignment was Christ the King for two years where he also was involved in Marquette. Then, he was assigned to Bishop Kelley High School where he has been for the past three years.
    Again, this is not a goodbye right now. I am still around the rest of the school year. Let us enjoy the rest of the time we have together this school year! Let us keep forming ourselves to Christ, who is the source of all Truth, Goodness, Beauty, and Unity!
Fr. Joshua Votruba

Spirit Dress Day  - April 17th

We are excited to celebrate Spirit Dress Day at Holy Family Classical School! This is a fun opportunity for students to show school pride while still honoring our standards of modesty and excellence.

On April 17th in celebration of class Easter Parties, students may wear Holy Family Classical School spirit wear in place of their regular uniform top. All other uniform expectations remain in effect.

Approved Spirit Dress Attire:

• Holy Family Classical School t-shirt or approved spirit wear top

• Uniform bottoms or

  • Jeans (no holes, rips, or distressing)

  • Solid-colored pants or skirts (skirt length at or below the knee)

• Closed-toe shoes appropriate for school and recess

Not Permitted:

• Leggings

• Non-uniform shorts

• Graphic tees or non–HFCS tops

• Skirts or dresses above the knee

• Torn, distressed, or overly tight clothing

Important Note:
Students who arrive out of compliance with Spirit Dress guidelines will wait in the office until appropriate clothing is brought from home.

A Message from the College of St. Joseph the Worker - April 21st 

College of St. Joseph the Worker will be exhibiting at the upcoming Newman Guide Virtual College Fair on Tuesday, April 21.
This is a good opportunity for students and parents to gather information about our college without having to travel to Steubenville, OH.

Those interested in attending are welcome to register in advance. If you have students who are interested in hearing from us when applications open for Fall 2027, they can sign up to be notified. 

Substitute Teachers

We are in great need of more substitute teachers. Interested parents, grandparents, or adults please email banderson@tulsacathedral.com.

Be an evangelist for Holy Family Classical School.