Holy Family Academy of Van Zandt County

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Holy Family Academy of Van Zandt County

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Offering exemplary education in the Catholic tradition to people of all faiths in Van Zandt County. Holy Family Academy will be open to students of all faiths.

Holy Family Academy is accredited by the Education Department of the Texas Catholic Conference of Bishops (TCCB ED). In addition to traditional school subjects, instruction will include Bible lessons & Christian teachings. Anticipated opening date is August 2023. Holy Family Academy will be supported by tuition, private donations, and endowments. The school will be operated by a non-profit corporation, Holy Family Foundation of Van Zandt County Texas. This is a nonprofit 501(c)3 Texas corporation.

10/31/2026

Did you know Halloween has Catholic roots? The word “Halloween” comes from “All Hallows' Eve,” the evening before All Saints' Day on November 1. The word hallow means holy or saint.

For centuries, Catholics have celebrated All Saints' Day to honor the saints in heaven, followed by All Souls' Day on November 2, when we pray for the faithful departed. Together, these observances remind us of our connection to the saints and our hope in eternal life.

So amid the costumes, candy and jack-o'-lanterns, remember that Halloween's name has a connection to our Catholic faith!

10/30/2026

A big thank-you to Mrs. Brown for treating our HFA students and staff to another delicious lunch! 🍝 Everyone enjoyed a pasta bar followed by chocolate lasagna for dessert. Yum! 😋

We are grateful for the love and care you put into feeding our school family. Thank you, Mrs. Brown! 💙

10/29/2026

✏️➕ Hard at work in 4th grade math! Our Holy Family Academy students are putting their math skills to work and building confidence one problem at a time. We’re proud of their focus, effort, and perseverance! 💙

10/27/2026

Teacher Spotlight: Patsy Veliz

Today we are shining the spotlight on Ms. Patsy Veliz, who teaches science and social studies!

Ms. Patsy has been part of the Holy Family family since 2025 and loves the small class sizes that allow her to truly know her students and build meaningful relationships with them.

When asked what she hopes her students remember most, she shared that she wants to be more than a teacher—she wants to be a lifelong friend who loves them. She believes God called her to teach and hopes her students will always see God’s creation in the science they learn, and that they carry grateful hearts throughout their lives.

Outside the classroom, Ms. Patsy has one son, Damon, his wife, Samantha, and her grandson, Caden. She also has five cats and appreciates the good friends who have become like family!
We are so grateful for Ms. Patsy and the love, faith, and dedication she brings to our school community. Thank you for making a difference in the lives of our students!

Help us celebrate Mrs. Veliz in the comments!

10/23/2026

🍎 A little learning, a little paint, and a whole lot of fun!

Our HFA Pre-K students explored apples and put their creativity to work with apple stamping! These hands-on activities help our youngest learners discover, create, and practice fine motor skills. 🎨🍏

10/22/2026

🌟 Learning about lives of faith! 🌟

Our Holy Family Academy students are busy working on their saint projects! They will present their projects on October 30 as we prepare to celebrate All Saints Day. ✝️

We look forward to seeing their hard work and learning how the saints inspire us to love God, serve others, and grow in holiness. 💙

10/21/2026

🎨 Creativity at work at Holy Family Academy! Art class gives our students a chance to explore, express themselves, and share their God-given talents. We love seeing each artist’s unique ideas shine! 💙

10/15/2026

A special thank you to Mrs. Brown for making and bringing lunch for our HFA students today! 🥧💙 Chicken pot pies, salad, fresh fruit, and homemade apple pies—for the win!

We’re grateful for the time, care, and love you put into this delicious meal. Thank you for blessing our school family! 💙

10/15/2026

🍯🐻 A celebration sweeter than hunny!

HFA students celebrated 100 years of Winnie the Pooh with story time and sweet treats! These beloved stories remind us of the joy of friendship, kindness, and a little imagination. What a wonderful way to celebrate a love of reading together! 💛📚

10/13/2026

A little before-school fun at HFA! 🎉 Our students are learning to play La Pirinola with Ms. Teresa, our Spanish teacher. What a wonderful way to start the day—playing together and exploring Hispanic culture!

Thank you, Ms. Teresa, for bringing learning to life! ❤️

Address

23951 State Highway 64
Canton, TX
75103

Telephone

+19035674659

Website

http://www.holyfamilyvzc.org/

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