Saint Mary of the Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church

Holy Cross Academy SAINT MARY OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION PARISH Forming Saints, Scholars and Leaders Holy Cross Academy Mission Statement Holy Cross Academy forms young men and women to be saints, scholars, and leaders in the image of our Lord Jesus Christ and our Blessed Mother. Urgent E-Security Alert: Fake Punchbowl Invitations (Action Required) Hi everyone, We have detected a widespread phishing scam involving fake “You’re Invited” digital invitations that mimic the Punchbowl platform. These emails frequently look like they are coming from a known contact (they have been sent from several different HCA emails) but are designed to steal your passwords or infect your device with malware. It looks like these phishing emails began Saturday evening. If you received or clicked on one of these links, your required next steps depend heavily on the type of device you used to open it: 🛑 IF YOU ENTERED YOUR PASSWORD (ANY DEVICE) If you typed your email password or any other login credentials into the phishing site, take these steps IMMEDIATELY regardless of your operating system: 1. Change your password for that account right now. 2. Log into your account security settings, view “Active Sessions/Devices,” and force-logout all other sessions. 3. Ensure Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA/2FA) is turned on. 📱 MOBILE DEVICES • iPhone / iPad (iOS): Phishing links rarely install malware on iPhones unless the device is jailbroken. Your primary risk is credential theft. If you only clicked the link but didn’t type anything, your device is likely secure. As a precaution, clear your browsing history (Settings > Safari > Clear History and Website Data). • Android: Android devices can occasionally download malicious files (.apk) in the background if safety settings are disabled. Go to your “Downloads” folder or files app and delete any recently downloaded files you don’t recognize. Next, open the Google Play Store, tap your profile icon, select “Play Protect,” and run a full scan to ensure no hidden malicious apps were installed. 💻 DESKTOP & LAPTOP COMPUTERS • Windows PC: Windows is the primary target for malicious software hidden in these links. If you clicked the link on a PC, immediately run a full system scan using Windows Security (Windows Defender) or your company’s designated antivirus software. Do not download or open any unexpected attachments. • macOS (Mac): While Macs are less prone to automated drive-by downloads, malware can still masquerade as a required “system update” or browser extension. Check your “Downloads” folder and trash any unrecognized files. Run a scan with a trusted tool like Malwarebytes if you notice any unusual pop-ups or browser behavior. • Chromebook (ChromeOS): Chromebooks operate in a secure sandbox, meaning traditional desktop malware cannot infect them. Your risk here is strictly restricted to fake login screens or malicious Chrome extensions. Go to your browser menu (three dots) > Extensions > Manage Extensions, and remove anything you did not intentionally install. • Other Systems (Linux, Unix, etc.): Similar to ChromeOS, the risk of a background malware infection is very low. Treat this entirely as a credential phishing attempt and ensure your active browser sessions are secure. WHAT TO DO NEXT: If you suspect you clicked this link on a company-managed device, may want to contact the IT department help verify your account safety. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Best regards, Mr. Krueger Latin Club Begins Tuesday Father Tim will again be offering Latin Club this year (back after a year hiatus). The club is open to all students in grades 4-8. Latin Club will meet in the STEM Lab beginning at 3:15 p.m. Latin Club will wrap up at 4:15 p.m. each week. Families can pick up their child in the lobby. Students who are not picked up when the club ends will be checked into Aviat Care. Return of the Photography Club! 7th and 8th grade students interested in photography and assisting with the yearbook this year – please come to an informational meeting in the Conference Room on Wednesday, September 30th, during recess. 8th graders – this is your chance to have direct input into your 2026-2027 yearbook! The number of interested students and their availability will determine the size of our Photography Club and when we will meet. Please see Mrs. Tomayko if you have any questions! Show Your Crusader Spirit! Our HCA Spirit Store is open and ready to help you cheer on our Crusaders in style. Parents, students, and families can show off their school pride with HCA shirts, hoodies, hats, and more. Whether you are heading to a game, volunteering on campus, or just running errands around town, wearing HCA gear is a great way to celebrate our community and share your Crusader pride. Click on the link, grab your favorite spirit wear, and let’s fill Fredericksburg with maroon and grey! Spirit Store Link Pro Tip for the lil’ Crusader In order to help those students adjusting to belts and still learning to tie their shoes, Mrs. Kratzer put together a list of no-tie laces and traditional belt alternatives that may help the younger students. No Tie Shoe Laces Option 1 No Shoe Laces Option 2  Velcro Belt Options Magnetic Belt Hook Belt Thank you to Mrs. Kratzer, our 1st-grade teacher aide and Mother of 4, for sharing! Our Parish Picnic – Next Weekend Below is a flyer for our Parish Picnic at HCA on Saturday, October 3rd from 3:00 – 7:00 p.m. It is a fun, free event for the whole family. I hope you and your family can attend. Holy Cross Academy 250 Stafford Lakes Parkway, Fredericksburg, VA 22406 540-286-1600 www.holycrossweb.com 2025 © Copyright by Holy Cross Academy

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