NAVIGATOR: 1/18/26

January 18, 2026

NAVIGATOR

The Official Parent/Guardian Newsletter of Xavier High School

Welcome to the Navigator, the official weekly e-newsletter for Xavier High School parents/guardians. This email will typically arrive in your inbox at 5:00 PM on Sundays to help you navigate the week ahead.

Week at a Glance...

Monday, January 19 

• Professional Development Day - No School

Tuesday, January 20 (A Day)

Wednesday, January 21 (B Day)

Thursday, January 22 (A Day)

Friday, January 23 (B Day)

• Career & Service Day

Dates to Note...

• 1/25-1/30 - Catholic Schools Week
• 2/27 - In-Service Day - No School

Upcoming Parish Events...

ALL PARISHES - COVENANT MEETINGS:

ALL SAINTS

TUESDAY, JAN. 13 | 6:00 PM

SUNDAY, JAN. 18 | 10:15 AM

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION/ST. WENCESLAUS
SATURDAY, JAN. 10 | 9:30 AM (SCOTUS HALL @ IC)
WEDNESDAY, JAN 21 | 6:30 PM (CHIHAK HALL @ ST. WENCESLAUS)

ST. ELIZABETH ANN SETON
THURSDAY, JAN. 15 | 6:00 PM
SUNDAY, FEB. 8 | NOON

ST. LUDMILA
SUNDAY, JAN. 11 | 1:00 PM
MONDAY, JAN. 12 | 6:30 PM

Newly added! SUNDAY, FEB. 15 at 9:15 AM in the Light of Christ Room.

ST. MATTHEW
WEDNESDAY, JAN. 14 | 6:00 PM
SUNDAY, FEB. 1 | AFTER 10:30 AM MASS

ST. JOHN XXIII
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 4 | 6:00 PM
SATURDAY, FEB. 7 | 10:00 AM

ST. JOSEPH
SUNDAY, FEB. 1 | 6:00 PM (CHURCH HALL)
TUESDAY, FEB. 10 | 6:00 PM (CHURCH HALL)

ST. JUDE (Both meetings will have a live summary in French)
SUNDAY, JAN. 18 | NOON
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 11 | 6:00 PM

ST. PATRICK
THURSDAY, FEB. 12 | 7:00 PM
SUNDAY, FEB. 15 | 7:00 PM

ST. PIUS X
THURSDAY, JAN. 15 | 6:30 PM
TUESDAY, JAN. 27 | 6:30 PM

MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE COVENANT AT CRXCS.ORG/COVENANT

PARISH VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

PARISH: ST. ELIZABETH ANN SETON | MOMS GROUP

PARISH; ST. LUDMILA | ICE CREAM BUCKETS NEEDED

PARISH: ST. JOHN XXIII | CHILDREN’S LITURGY

PARISH: ST. JOSEPH | CATHOLIC WORKER HOUSE MEAL VOLUNTEERS

PARISH: ST. JOSEPH | PARISH OFFICE

PARISH: ST. JUDE | CHILDREN’S CHOIR

PARISH: ST. PIUS X | FELLOWSHIP COMMISSION

Handy Quick links

• Parish Mass Times
• Lunch Menus
• Calendar
• XCS Handbooks
• Bell Schedule
• PowerSchool
• FACTS
• SNAP!
• Meal Magic (Lunch Account)
• Xavier Catholic Schools

Activities

• Bound

Main Office Hours

• Monday-Friday 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM
• Closed on holidays and in-service days

LMC Hours

• Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays - 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
• Tuesdays/Thursdays - 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM 

XHALE Hours

• 3rd Block 12:05 PM - 1:25 PM
• 4th Block 1:30 PM - 2:50 PM

Social Media

• Facebook 
• Instagram
• Twitter/X
• Saints Shop (Facebook)

Twitter/X Accounts to Follow:

• XAVIER HS: @XAVIERSAINTS 
• ACTIVITIES: @XAVIERSAINTSAD 
• PRESIDENT MCCARVILLE: @CRXPRES
• CAMPUS MINISTRY: @XHS_MINISTRY
• COMMUNITY SYSTEM: @XHSCOMMUNITY

News & Updates

First Semester Report Cards Available

Report cards are now available for viewing. To view your student's report card:

• Log in to PowerSchool
• In the left column, near the bottom, click on "Progress/Report Card"
• Select “Xavier Report Card” 
• Select the current year
• Click "Run Report"

Helping Hands Backpack Program

We understand that food insecurity can be a challenge for many families and we want to ensure that everyone has access to the nourishment they need to succeed in their studies and daily life.

If you would like to register your child to receive weekly food support to help with food insecurity, please complete the form below.

Helping Hands Backpack Program

Upcoming Saints Shop Hours

The Saints Shop will be open during the following upcoming events this month:

• 1/16 Girls Basketball 6-8 pm
• 1/20 Boys Basketball 6-8 pm
• 1/22 Wrestling 6-8 pm
• 1/27 Boys BBall 6-8 pm

Freshmen Parents who have not turned in the Dental Screening

If you have not turned in your Freshman’s dental screening at the start of the school year, please read the Dental Screening Letter and submit the Dental Screening Certificate at your earliest convenience, or contact [email protected] for the Dental Screening Exemption forms.

Volunteer Opportunities

As part of Catholic Schools week celebrations, XPX will hold a luncheon for all teachers and staff. We will also be collecting K cups and coffee for the teacher's lounge. Please see the following link if you would like to help donate items to this event. All donations can be dropped off on the cart outside the main office on Thursday, January 29 from 7:30-9:30am. If you have any questions, please contact Erica Rheinschmidt at [email protected] or 558-6952. Thank you for helping with this XPX event and for supporting XPX and the teachers and staff during Catholic Schools Week.

Click Here to Sign Up...

XCS News & Updates

Reminder for 2026-2027 XCS Families: Action Items for In-Parish Tuition Eligibility Next Year

Families recently received communication via email and in the mail about the Covenant for Parishes & Families. As Xavier Catholic Schools are extensions of our supporting parishes, all families with students who will be enrolled in XCS schools next year (K-12), must attend a Covenant meeting at their home parish and sign the Covenant to be eligible for in-parish tuition in 2026-2027.

What is the Covenant?
The Covenant for Parishes & Families is a shared commitment rooted in our Catholic mission and centered on three essential relationships:

The parish’s role in nurturing faith

The family’s call to active participation in parish life, especially through regular Sunday and Holy Day Mass

Xavier Catholic Schools’ identity as a ministry of our supporting parishes

For more information about this new and important effort and to see parish meeting dates/times, head to CRXCS.org/Covenant.

For questions, please email Dr. Phil Drey, XCS Catholicity Director at [email protected] or Mary Harken, XCS Parish Outreach Coordinator, at [email protected].

2026-2027 Enrollment and Re-Enrollment Process Opening Jan 19th at NOON

Families with students currently enrolled in preschool through 11th grade will receive an email on January 19th outlining the re-enrollment process for existing students, as well as the application process for any new students. Completion of this brief form for current students will assist Xavier Catholic Schools in making important decisions that help shape the future of our schools. We greatly appreciate your timely attention to this request. Tuition information for the 2026–2027 school year will also be included in the January 19th email.

In the spring, families will be asked to complete PowerSchool forms and sign tuition contracts.

Questions regarding re-enrollment or enrollment of a new student may be directed to Cara Joens, Director of Enrollment, at [email protected] or 319-739-7300, ext. 313.

Help Spread the Word about XCS Open Houses!

All families are invited to attend upcoming open houses across Xavier Catholic Schools. These events are great opportunities to take tours, meet teachers and staff, and learn more about what our Catholic schools have to offer! Please help us spread the word about these events. Open house dates/times are as follows:

LASALLE CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY (PK-5) & ELC 

Monday, Jan. 19, 2026. | 3:00-5:00 p.m. 

ALL SAINTS ELEMENTARY (PK-5) & ELC

Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026  |  5:30-6:30 pm 

MATTHEW ELEMENTARY (PK-5) & ELC

Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026 | 5:30-6:30 p.m.

PIUS X ELEMENTARY (PK-5) & ELC

Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026 | 5:30-7:00 p.m.  

JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL (PK-8) & ELC

Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026 | 9:00-10:30 a.m. 

XAVIER MIDDLE SCHOOL (6-8) PREVIEW NIGHT

Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026 | 7:00 p.m. (Hosted at Xavier High School)

Families are invited to attend an informational session about the future Xavier Middle School (opening 2026-2027). Hear from the newly-named XMS principal, see official renderings of the school, and more.

XAVIER HIGH SCHOOL (9-12): Xavier HS hosted its open house this past fall. Families are welcome to schedule a tour of XHS by contacting Cara Joens, XCS Enrollment Director, at [email protected] or 319-739-7300 ext. 317.

All XCS open house information can be found at: CRXCS.org/Xplore.

HR / Open Positions

Xavier Catholic Schools are Hiring!

We are looking for some ‘Xceptional individuals to help us fulfill our mission of forming disciples unafraid to follow Jesus Christ. If you (or someone you know) might be interested in joining the XCS team, we encourage you to view the openings below and apply today!

St. Pius X Early Learning Center:
Site Director - St Pius X Early Learning Center

All Saints Early Learning Center: 

Infant/Toddler Assistant- Full Time

Infant/Toddler Assistant - Part Time

Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher

2 Year Old Room Staff - Part Time

Before/After Care for School Age

LaSalle Catholic Early Learning Center:

4 Year Old Lead Teacher - Full Time

Maintenance/Custodial - St Joseph Catholic School

Maintenance/Custodial - General

XCS Activities Bus Drivers Needed!

Athletics • Band • Field Trips • And More! 

A perfect part-time opportunity for retirees or anyone who loves driving and serving our students! 

Do you enjoy driving and want flexible, part-time work? 

Do you know someone who is recently retired, in good health, and interested in driving a bus? 

Xavier Catholic Schools is seeking part-time bus drivers to support a variety of school activities. Driving times vary and are primarily within the Cedar Rapids/Marion area, with occasional trips to Iowa City/Coralville. 

Requirements & Support: 

Applicants must be able to pass a DOT physical through their primary physician or a certified medical examiner. 

Need training or the correct license? No problem — we will guide you through the process. 

Starting hourly rate: $24.32 

Interested persons should call Cory McGarvey at 319-739-7300 ext 402 or email at [email protected].

Save the Date!

February 19-22

Kairos 56 

February 27

No School / In-Service

March 13-20

Spring Break