Wednesday, February 22, 2023 |
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While we are sad we're not able to celebrate Mass with our Saints today on this Ash Wednesday, our partner parishes have us covered with a number of opportunities to celebrate Mass/receive ashes. Remember, today is not a holy day of obligation, so the most important thing is that everyone stays safe with the icy conditions on the road!
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NEW: STATE GIRLS BASKETBALL INFO
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Congratulations to Coach Lilly and the Xavier Girls’ Basketball team for earning a spot in this year’s Class 4A Girls State Basketball Tournament! State tournament games will be played at the Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines. #6 Xavier's (16-7) first game will be Tuesday, February 28th at 5:00 PM against #3 Bishop Heelan (22-2). The winner of this game will play in the semi-finals against #2 North Polk or #7 CCA on Thursday, March 2nd at 6:45 PM. The 4A championship game will be Saturday, March 4th at 2:30 PM.
ALL STATE BASKETBALL INFORMATION WILL ALSO BE AVAILABLE AT
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STATE T-SHIRTS (ONLINE STORE CLOSES END OF TODAY)
State Girls Basketball online store is now open! The store will only be open until end-of-day on February 22. No late orders will be accepted.
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Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the following plans and guidelines:
TUESDAY
QUARTERFINALS: 5:00 PM TIPOFF
Tuesday will be Spirit Day.
School Attendance
Classes will remain in session for those not attending the game. Those who would like to attend and support the team, are encouraged to do so. Dismissal for those attending the game is 1:20 PM end of third block. These students are expected to attend their classes through third block. Parents dismissing their student can contact the office by using the planned absence online form, via phone, or by email. Please submit the online form by Monday 3:00 PM An email will be sent confirming the form submission.
THURSDAY
IF WE ARE PLAYING IN THE SEMI-FINAL GAME:
SEMI-FINALS: 6:45 PM TIPOFF
Thursday will be a Spirit Day.
School Attendance
Classes will remain in session on Thursday. Students are expected to attend a full day of classes. Parents dismissing their student can contact the office by using the planned absence online form, via phone, or by email. Please submit the online form by Wednesday 3:00 PM. An email will be sent confirming the form submission.
SATURDAY
IF WE ARE PLAYING IN THE FINAL GAME
CHAMPIONSHIP: 2:30 PM TIPOFF
GENERAL INFORMATION
Tickets
All tickets are general admission and entitle the holder to sit anywhere in the 100 level (8,000 seats) or 300 level (6,000 seats). General Admission tickets are $10 each. Wells Fargo Arena does not accept checks. Advance tickets are available for purchase either at the Wells Fargo Arena Box Office, by telephone at 866-553- 2457, or through the Wells Fargo Arena website (www.iowaeventscenter.com).
All spectators in kindergarten and older must purchase a ticket. Children not yet in school will NOT require a ticket. The cost is $10 per session. Doors will open 60 minutes prior to the tip-off of the first game of each session. Fans will be allowed to leave and re-enter during the same session, but they must get stamped prior to leaving the building. Stamp tables will be located at the north and south ends of the concourse.
Seating
Visitor team spectators should sit across from the team bench side of the arena. Xavier is the designated visitor team and will follow this seating assignment.
Media
The state quarterfinal and semifinal games will be live-streamed online via the IGHSAU Digital Network available on ighsau.org. Quarterfinal and semifinal games will not be televised.
Iowa PBS will televise Friday’s and Saturday’s championship games live statewide. The championship games will also, be streamed live on iowapbs.org/sports.
Representing Xavier
The Xavier community has worked hard to build a rich tradition of sportsmanship and school pride. We fully expect that our fans will continue to exhibit those qualities. Students and all Xavier fans are expected to cheer on and support the Saints! Please keep in the mind the 3 non-negotiables: No targeting officials, no targeting individual opponent players, and no vulgar language
As a reminder: signs, banners, Fat Heads, hoops, balloons, etc. are not allowed. The use of artificial noisemakers (cowbells, thunder sticks, etc...) is prohibited.
If you have questions about anything not addressed in the above information, please call the Activities Office. Thanks in advance for your cooperation with these guidelines and for your support of Xavier Activities!
GO SAINTS!
Matt Svare, XHS Activities Director
Angela Olson, XHS Principal
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NEW: State Bowling Postponed
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Good luck to Xavier Bowling's Miranda Nolte, Jacob Sires, and Eli Koopmann at the state bowling tournament. The tournament was scheduled for today, but is postponed to tomorrow (Thursday, Feb. 23) at the same times.
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NEW: Nominate a Xavier Mentor/Coach/Moderator/Director for XTRA Leadership Award
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The Xavier Booster Club’s XTRA Leadership Award was created to honor an outstanding Xavier High School mentor, coach, moderator, or director of a Booster Club sponsored extra-curricular activity in athletics, fine arts, or clubs outside of the classroom. The nominee may coach within any organized sport, fine arts program, or organized club at any level.
The award criteria include:
- The nominee is a role model for Xavier High School students
- The nominee displays outstanding leadership skills to help form and shape future leaders through activities, which take students outside the classroom and onto the stage, field, and court.
- The activity is successful
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Reminder: Workshop: Managing Stress & Anxiety |
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On Wednesday, March 1 from 7-8pm, Xavier High School, along with Catapult Learning, will be hosting an in-person workshop in the Xavier theatre on Managing Stress & Anxiety. The last few years have been stressful for everyone, especially children. Fear and anxiety are more prevalent than ever. This is overwhelming for the entire family and results in strong emotions in adults and children. However, how you cope with stress and anxiety can make you, your child, your family, and your community stronger. This workshop offers tips for recognizing anxiety across age groups and strategies for coping. Mark your calendars to join us for this FREE event March 1st!
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Reminder: 2022-23 Yearbooks |
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If you are interested in ordering a 2022-2023 Yearbook, follow the link HERE to order from Jostens Online. Yearbooks cost $70.00 and will be available for purchase until May 15th.
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HELP STILL NEEDED: Concession Volunteers Still Needed this Saturday!
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Xavier High School is hosting the IHSSA Individual Events Speech Contest on Saturday, February 25th. This will be an all-day event and the expectation is 500 individuals will be at the contest.
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Reminder: Upcoming Spring Sports Parent Meetings |
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Thursday, February 23rd - Boys Track - 5:30PM - Room #121
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(Rescheduled) Monday, February, 27 - Girls Golf - 5:30pm - Commons
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(NEW) Tuesday, February 28th - Girls Soccer - 5:30pm - Library
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Monday, March 6th - 2023-24 Cheer - 5:30PM - Commons
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Monday, April 3rd - 2023-24 Dance - 5:30PM - Commons
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Reminder: FACTS Applications for the 2023-24 School Year |
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The FACTS online application for STO opened on January 1st, with the deadline being
April 15th. In addition to completing the application, parents must upload their
2022 federal tax return and other required schedules or tax documentation. Families who applied last year should have received an email that the 23-24 applications are open.
With the passing of ESA legislation, Xavier High School strongly encourages families to complete the FACTS management forms in addition to the forthcoming application for ESAs. This potentially opens up more opportunities for families to receive tuition assistance through multiple sources.
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Website: XavierSaints.org | Phone: 319-294-6635 | Fax: 319-294-6712 |
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