Tuesday, February 28, 2023
NEW: TODAY ONLY - Boys State Basketball T-Shirts
BOYS BASKETBALL STATE T-SHIRTS (ONLINE STORE CLOSES END OF TODAY)

State Boys Basketball online store is now open! The store will only be open until end-of-day TODAY (2/28). No late orders will be accepted. 


More state tournament information coming in tomorrow's Xavier Update
TODAY: Girls State Basketball Info.
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.

STATE BASKETBALL INFORMATION WILL ALSO BE AVAILABLE AT
NEW: Service Requirements for Seniors
Senior parents, please check in with your child about their progress on their service graduation requirements. All hours should be turned in by April 15, 2023. Students should see Mrs. Zeckser if they have any questions.
NEW: Current Senior Parents: Saint Shop Has You Covered for All Your Graduation Party Needs!
The Saints Shop has all your graduation party needs covered. Special order Xavier logo imprinted:

  • Plates
  • Napkins
  • Cups
  • Table runners
  • ”Xavier Graduate” yard signs
  • Vinyl banners
 
Complete your party décor with cutlery and plastic tablecloths in navy blue or silver. You may place your order at https://xhsgraduation2023.itemorder.com
 
The webstore will be opened until March 28, 2023! No late orders will be accepted.
 
If you wish to see samples before placing an online order, please stop by the Saints Shop to see the samples.
 
If you have any questions, please contact Pam Stark at pstark@psadfinity.com.
NEW: 2023-2024 XHS Cheerleading Meeting and Sign Up
All current 8th - 11th graders who will attend XHS next school year: If you are interested in trying out for Xavier Cheerleading, please complete the Pre-Registration information and plan to attend our Information meeting on Monday, March 6th at 5:30pm in the XHS Commons.

Once your pre-registration is received, there are several forms & evaluations that need to be completed prior to the start of tryout week. There will also be some general information regarding Xavier Cheerleading sent with these forms. All of this will be available at the Tryout Information Meeting. If you are unable to attend this meeting, you must email Coach Rheinschmidt. 

For more information or if you have any questions, email erica.rheinschmidt@xaviersaints.org

NEW: 2023-2024 Xavier Dance Team - Meeting & Tryouts
There will be a Parent/Dancer informational meeting for Xavier Dance Team at 5:30 PM on Wednesday, March 22nd. Tryouts will take place on April 3rd and 4th. Additional information will be shared at the meeting on March 22nd.
PLEASE VOTE: More Nominations Needed for XITA / XISA!
Each year Xavier Parents for Xcellence (XPX) presents three awards to Xavier faculty and staff members. The “Xcellence in Teaching Award (XITA)” is presented each year to two outstanding teachers who have made a significant impact on students by challenging them with high expectations and assisting them in meeting those expectations. The “Xcellence in Staff Award (XISA)” is presented to one outstanding staff member. These teachers and staff members demonstrate a commitment to students, to Xavier High School and to Catholic Education. They are professional in their behavior and serve as role models in our school community. Recipients of these awards are decided based on nominations that come in from students, faculty, staff, and parents in the Xavier community. These awards include a monetary gift. 

Please fill out this brief two question survey by March 1st to nominate an outstanding teacher and staff member for this year’s awards.

Reminder: Workshop: Managing Stress & Anxiety
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!

Reminder: Grandparent Mass Form Due This Week
Xavier will be holding our Annual Grandparents Mass on Wednesday, April 19, 2023. All grandparents are invited to attend the 9:50 am Mass in-person. 
 
If you would like your student’s grandparents to be invited, please click here and add their name(s) and address(es) by Friday, March 3. Even if your students’ grandparents have attended or received invitations in previous years, you will need to add them to this year’s list in order for them to be invited.
 
The deadline to submit grandparent information is Friday, March 3. Invitations will be mailed to grandparents in March!
Reminder: Upcoming Spring Sports Parent Meetings
  • Tuesday, February 28th - Girls Soccer - 5:30pm - Library
  • Wednesday, March 1st - Girls tennis - 6:30pm - Commons
  • Thursday, March 2nd - Trap Shooting - 6:15pm - Commons
  • Monday, March 6th - 2023-24 Cheer - 5:30PM - Commons
  • Monday, April 3rd - 2023-24 Dance - 5:30PM - Commons
Reminder: Nominate a Xavier Mentor/Coach/Moderator/Director for XTRA Leadership Award
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

Reminder: 2022-23 Yearbooks
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.
Reminder: FACTS Applications for the 2023-24 School Year
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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