Middle School
Weekly Newsletter
9/23/20
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St. Francis de Sales' Prayer For Hope
Do not look forward to what may happen tomorrow;
the same everlasting Father who cares for you today
will take care of you tomorrow and every day.
Either He will shield you from suffering,
or He will give you unfailing strength to bear it.
Be at peace, then.
Put aside all anxious thoughts and imaginations,
and say continually:
"The Lord is my strength and my shield.
My heart has trusted in him and I am helped.
He is not only with me but in me, and I in Him."
Do not wish to be anything but what you are, and try to be that perfectly.
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Weekly Mass
Tuesday, September 29th at 9:30am.
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Virtual Parent Night!
We have had a great start to the school year, and we would like to introduce you to the wonderful Xavier Middle School staff that is working with your children. Due to the present circumstances, Parent Night will be virtual this year. Below is a link to our Virtual Parent Night Video.
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School Photo Retakes
Wednesday, October 7th will be picture retakes in the morning in the auditorium. Any student who is having a picture retaken should bring their original photo and envelope to the photographer. If a child was absent on the original picture day in August, they too should have their picture taken. If purchasing pictures please pick up a photo order envelope in the school office. Anyone who is having a picture taken on October 7th may have a dress up day that day (uniform attire or better).
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2020-2021 MAP Testing
XMS Students are participating in standardized tests called Measures of Academic Progress™ (MAP). This week we are finishing up testing for 5th and 6th grades.
As a way to say thank you to all of the 5th & 6th grade students for doing their best on the MAP tests during this week, the 5th & 6th grade students can be in casual clothes tomorrow (Thursday) for their last scheduled MAP test of the week. Only 5th & 6th grade students should be in casual clothes. Please remind your child to follow the casual day dress code guidelines in the handbook.
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XMS Fall Sports Apparel
There is an online order open for Xavier apparel and fall sports apparel. The deadline to order is September 30th. Please click here to check it out!
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Fun Run/Dog Walk/Bike Ride
One Day - Multiple Events - One Xavier Community. All are Welcome!
We have exciting news—the annual Fun Run/Dog Walk/Bike Ride (the Tour de Francis is newly moved to this date) on Saturday morning of Homecoming weekend (10/10) is still happening! This is something the whole family can do! We’ve made some changes, taken precautions, received approval from Appleton’s Public Health Department, and are planning for a great morning!
Click here for our “What Moves You” event webpage for more details and to register to join us (virtually or in-person!) for this fabulous morning of fun, friendship, and fitness. Note: we had planned for a fun social time after with Food Trucks and socially distant, outdoor fun, but those plans will now be for next year.
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AfterWords Writing Group
AfterWords Writing Group would like to announce this year's first writing contest. Patriot's Pen is a nation-wide essay contest inviting youth across the country to express their thoughts and view on the topic, "What is Patriotism to Me?" The contest is open to 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students. Essays need to be 300-400 words and submitted to Ms. Bouchard by October 23rd.
Contact Ms. Bouchard for the entry form and more details!
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Xavier Business Directory
Do you need a good or service? Check the Xavier Business Directory first!
This week’s section highlight: Health and Medical Services
Our Xavier Alumni and Family community is blessed to have a variety of businesses that support and strengthen Xavier Catholic Schools, and the Fox Valley. To help promote and acknowledge this group, especially during these times, we have created the “Xavier Business Directory”. If any Xavier supporter is looking for a good or service, we encourage you to check the Xavier Business Directory first to see if there is a Xavier connection with a business providing the product or service you desire. Click here to see the current Xavier Business Directory.
Section Highlight: Health and Medical Services Section
If you are in need of a healthcare provider or any health-related service, check out the Health and Medical Services section! There are 18 businesses with a Xavier connection ready and willing to serve you. 6 of these generous businesses sponsor Xavier events in at least one way.
The Directory is open to any Xavier-affiliated alumni, current parents, parents of alumni, and employees. To be included, complete the form on the right-hand side of the directory page.
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XYBA Basketball Registration Open – Flexible Season Reflects COVID Challenges
XYBA is moving forward with plans for a flexible season that supports our student athletes’ ability to play basketball safely and consistent with applicable COVID-19 guidelines.
We ask families with children interested in playing with XYBA to be flexible as we work to craft a basketball program that allows us to hold a season while also providing appropriate protections for our student athletes and families.
We are excited to invite you and your student athletes in Grades 3-8 to register to participate in the Xavier Youth Basketball Association (XYBA) 2020-21 youth season. Please visit www.xyba.org or click here to register by October 2.
This registration is for Grades 3-8 only. Our Grades K-2 Little Hawks Program registration will launch in early October.
See www.XYBA.org for more detailed information regarding the 2020 season.
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Xavier High School Preview Night
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XMS School Day Start Time
Please remember that the Xavier Middle School school day begins at 8:00 am. This means that all students should be in their homerooms and seated at 8:00, not being dropped off at that time. It allows all students to start the day together with prayer, pledge, and announcements. Thank you!
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From the Attendance Office:
If your child will be missing school due to illness, an appointment, or a planned vacation, please call Brenda Verhagen in the school office at 730-8849, ext. 4102. All calls should be made by 9:00 am the day of the absence. Please do not rely on email communication only. Thank you!
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Attendance Guidelines
We are following the guidelines provided to us by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services in order to keep our schools healthy and open for as long as possible.
Students will be sent home and must remain home if:
- They have a fever (temperature 100 or above) and/or have taken any medications (for example, ibuprofen, Tylenol) to reduce fever in the last 24 hours.
- They have tested positive for COVID-19, with or without having symptoms, and have not yet finished their isolation period per public health recommendations.
- Within the last two weeks, they have come in close contact with anyone who has СOVID-19.
OR within the last 24 hours:
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They have experienced any ONE (or more) of the following symptoms above their baseline:
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
- Difficulty breathing
- New loss of smell or taste
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OR at least TWO of the following symptoms:
- Muscle or body aches
- Headache
- Sore throat
- Fatigue
- Congestion or runny nose
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea
Students MUST remain home until they are symptom free for 24 hours without the help of any medication. Children with fever, diarrhea, or vomiting should remain home until they are symptom free for 24 hours, even if it is unrelated to COVID-19.
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Box Tops for Education
We just wanted to remind you of the changes that the past year brought to the Box Tops for Education Program! Participating brands have changed their packaging from the traditional Box Tops clip to the new Box Tops label.
Going forward, you can still turn in the clippable Box Tops but now you can use the Box Tops mobile app to add to your school's earnings online.
If you still have traditional Box Tops Clips at home, be sure to send them to school. We will still earn cash for all clipped Box Tops until they expire. The next expiration date is November 1, 2020.
Go to BTFE.COM for step by step instructions on how to install/use the new App. Remember to choose "ST FRANCIS XAVIER MIDDLE SCHOOL" when downloading your app!
Thanks for helping our school!!
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From the Scrip Office:
- KWIK TRIP Special Rebate for the Month of September 10%
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Physical Gift Cards Available - With the Scrip Office still closed to walk in business, we wanted to give people the opportunity to purchase physical gift cards again. We now offer curbside pickup on Monday to Friday from 8:00am until Noon at the Scrip Office entrance on Northland Ave.
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Ordering - The scrip process will be the same as before: you will place an order on the ShopwithScrip website. If you do not have a ShopwithScrip account or need help placing your order, please email rclark@xaviercatholicschools.org or call 920-702-5510.
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Payment - It is preferable to pay for your order on the ShopwithScrip website with Presto Pay, MasterCard or Visa. If you cannot pay online, please bring a check when your order is ready for pick up.
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Curbside Pick Up - Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. until Noon at the Scrip Office entrance: 101 E Northland Avenue. When you arrive, call 920-702-5510 and we will bring out your order.
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Orders can go home with your children - As we are continuing to deal with the Covid-19 virus, we are limiting people who may enter our buildings. With that in mind, you will not be able to come into your school to pick up orders. You can have your child bring home your orders. However, you must first sign and return the permission slip. Click here for the permission slip which will allow your child to bring home orders throughout the current school year.
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Upcoming Events
- Tue., Sep. 29
- 9:30 am - Liturgy
- Fri., Oct. 2
- NO SCHOOL - System Inservice
- Tue., Oct 6
- 9:30 am - Liturgy
- Wed., Oct 7
- School Photo Retakes
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