Friday, February 24, 2023 |
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NEW: No School Monday, February 27
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Just a reminder that Monday, February 27 is a staff learning day and school will not be in session. |
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NEW: Middle School Exploratory Study Committee Summary Report
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In an effort to continue providing transparency regarding the work of the various committees within the Xavier Catholic Schools community, please see the information below regarding the first meeting held by the middle school exploratory study committee.
Included is the February summary report from the first meeting; there are no prior months' minutes included as this was the first gathering, but you can expect the minutes being shared in all future communications. As a reminder, this group is tasked with answering the question by providing a recommendation to the three middle school boards: Is it in the long term best interest for the metro Catholic middle schools to remain independent or become consolidated?
You will find the following documents included with this communication as a way to ensure this process is transparent and clear.
Please take a minute to read the attached document as a way of understanding the work this group is doing. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to the contacts listed.
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We ask for God's blessing on all our juniors and team leaders who are on Kairos Retreat #47 this weekend! We pray that their journey of the heart, mind, and soul will deepen their faith, identity, relationships, and connection to God. |
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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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Updated: Upcoming Spring Sports Parent Meetings
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Monday, February, 27th - Girls Golf - 5:30pm - Commons
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Tuesday, February 28th - Girls Soccer - 5:30pm - Library
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(Rescheduled) Wednesday, March 1st - Girls tennis - 6:30pm - Commons
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(Rescheduled) Thursday, March 2nd - Trap Shooting - 6:15pm - Commons
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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: Concession Volunteers Still Needed for Tomorrow (2/25)! |
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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: 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.
STATE BASKETBALL INFORMATION WILL ALSO BE AVAILABLE AT
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Reminder: 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: 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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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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