NAVIGATOR: 11/16/25
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WedneNOVEMBER 16, 2025
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, November 17 (A Day)
Tuesday, November 18 (B Day)
Wednesday, November 19 (A Day)
- Thanksgiving/Memorial Mass: 9:50 AM
- Thanksgiving meal served at lunch
Thursday, November 20 (B Day)
Friday, November 21 (A Day)
Upcoming Parish Events...
PARISH: MULTIPLE PARISHES
JOURNEY IN FAITH LISTENING SESSIONS | NOV. 19
PARISH: ST. LUDMILA
THANKSGIVING MEAL | NOV. 27 | NOON
CHRISTMAS MARKET | DEC. 6 | 9:00 AM
PARISH: ST. PATRICK
ANNOINTING OF THE SICK | NOV. 15/16
PARISH VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
PARISH: ST. LUDMILA | EVENTS ASSISTANT
PARISH: ST. MATTHEW | CHRISTMAS CHOIR
PARISH: ST. PIUS X | FELLOWSHIP VOLUNTEERS
PARISH: ST. JOSEPH | CHILDREN’S LITURGY
PARISH: ST. JOSEPH | PARISH OFFICE
PARISH: ST. JUDE | LANDSCAPING
PARISH: ST. LUDMILA | CHRISTMAS MARKET TEARDOWN
MCO: NEEDS BROWN PAPER BAGS
PARISH INFORMATION & SIGN-UP LINKS FOUND AT CRXCS.ORG/PARISHES
Handy Quicklinks
- Parish Mass Times
- Lunch Menus
- Calendar
- XCS Handbooks
- Bell Schedule
- PowerSchool
- FACTS
- SNAP!
- Meal Magic (Lunch Account)
- Xavier Catholic Schools
Activities
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
- 1st Block 7:30 AM - 9:15 AM
- 3rd Block 12:05 PM - 1:25 PM
Social Media
Twitter/X Accounts to Follow:
- XAVIER HS: @XAVIERSAINTS
- ACTIVITIES: @XAVIERSAINTSAD
- PRESIDENT MCCARVILLE: @CRXPRES
- CAMPUS MINISTRY: @XHS_MINISTRY
- COMMUNITY SYSTEM: @XHSCOMMUNITY
News & Updates
FINALS WEEK SCHEDULE
The official schedule for December final assessments is linked below. Please note some changes for this year. For example, when the schedule has RTI at the end of the day, students are only required to stay if they are on deficiency, have missing work or tests to complete.
December 2025 Semester Finals ScheduleBLOOD DRIVE
The Battle of 42nd Street Blood Drive: Xavier vs Kennedy is scheduled for Monday, December 8 & Tuesday, December 9 at the Oakland Church of the Nazarene (3000 42nd St NE from 1:30-6pm.
- Clink the link in the dates above to choose your date/time.
- Schedule early to get the time you want.
- The schedule is shared with the Kennedy Community also.
Questions may be directed to [email protected].
LAST CALL FOR BUSING REIMBURSEMENT FORMS!
First semester transportation reimbursement forms are linked below. CR forms due to XHS Main Office by 11/21, all others due to the district of residence by 12/1.
Questions can be emailed to [email protected]
Cedar Rapids Public Schools Link
College Community Schools Link
BOWLING PARENT MEETING
There will be an informational meeting for parents with students interested in bowling this year on Wednesday, November 19th at 5:00 PM at May City Bowl.
Campus Ministry
THANKSGIVING/MEMORIAL MASS
We will celebrate our Mass on Wednesday, November 19 at 9:50 am. All are welcome!
COMMUNITY DINNER
If you or your family could use a meal, you’re invited to a free community dinner on Thursday November 20 from 4:30pm - 6:30pm at Holy Redeemer Lutheran Church. Everyone is welcome — no sign-up or questions asked. Come enjoy a warm meal, friendly faces, and a welcoming space.
Holy Redeemer Lutheran Church, 720 Edgewood Rd. NW Cedar Rapids, IA 52402.
ANGEL OF HOPE
The Angel of Hope statue at Xavier is a beautiful symbol of hope for everyone grieving the loss of a child. Please join us on December 6, at 7:00 PM as we pray for hope, light, and grace this Advent season for all those in need. Dress warm, the Angel of Hope is outside on the east side of the school.
XCS News & Updates
2026-2027 DRESS CODE APPROVED
The XCS system-wide dress code is now approved. Find all dress code information at https://crxcs.org/dresscode.
XCS School Holiday Shops Now Open
Our XCS School Holiday Shops are officially open online! Browse now through November 19 to find your favorite XCS gear before the shops close for the season. ‘Xplore all XCS shops at https://crxcs.org/spirit.
OPT-IN TO RECEIVE XCS ALERTS
As we head into the winter season, it is recommended that XCS families opt-in to receive XCS Alerts -- even if you have previously opted in to ensure you receive alerts via School Messenger. We conducted a test of the XCS Alert system on November 13th at Noon. TO OPT-IN FOR XCS ALERTS, TEXT "YES" TO 67587.
XAVIER HIGH SCHOOL APPLICATION NOW OPEN
Families with students entering Xavier High School next year are asked to complete this brief application to confirm enrollment. Priority deadline is December 15.
Enrollment and re-enrollment for Pre-K through 8th grade will open on January 19th.
Questions can be directed to Cara Joens, Director of Enrollment, [email protected].
XCS PARENT/GUARDIAN SURVEY - WE NEED YOUR INPUT!
We are seeking input from XCS parents and guardians to better assess where we are at and where we are going as a system. It will also help identify/address immediate needs and prioritize future needs as they relate to our overall strategic plan. This survey is fairly extensive and covers a variety of areas, therefore it will be open through January 1, 2026 to provide ample time for you to offer important feedback. Thank you in advance for raising your voice as we work together in pursuit of our mission!
Find a link to the survey AND some of the feedback/action from our last parent survey at https://crxcs.org/survey
Foundation News
ALUMNI: REGISTER NOW FOR THE LASALLE-REGIS-XAVIER ALUMNI BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT
Calling all LaSalle, Regis, and Xavier alumni and spectators! Lace up those basketball shoes and register to compete in the annual Alumni Basketball Tournament at Xavier HS on Saturday, Nov. 29 (Thanksgiving weekend). There will be a men's and women's bracket. Registration opens at 9 a.m. with the first game for the tournament beginning at 10 a.m.
To register: tinyurl.com/47t72rmh
For more info: xaviersaints.org/alumnibballImportant Reminders
PARENT PIE DONATIONS NEEDED FOR THANKSGIVING MEAL
On Wednesday, November 19th, Xavier will be having its annual Thanksgiving/Memorial Mass and meal. As part of this tradition, XPX serves pie to the staff and students. Please see the following link if you would like to donate a pie to this event. All pies may be dropped off in the main office starting Tuesday, November 18th, from 7:30-12pm and Wednesday, November 19th, from 7:30-9:00am. If you have any questions, please contact Erica Rheinschmidt @ 558-6952 or [email protected].
At this time of Thanksgiving, XPX is especially thankful for all the support we receive from the Xavier Community to carry out our mission to support the staff and students of Xavier High School. Happy Thanksgiving!
*For the safety of our students, NO PEANUT BUTTER OR NUTS in any of the pies. Thanks!*
NEW MATTRESS FUNDRAISER HAPPENING NOW!
We’re excited to announce a new partnership this year with Lebeda Mattress Factory! This will take the place of our mattress fundraiser traditionally held in the Xavier gym.
This event will take place at all Lebeda locations (as well as online at https://lebeda.com/) now through November 30th. Just let your salesperson know you’re there for the Xavier Mattress Fundraiser (or enter coupon code XAVIER online), make your selection—and that’s it! Ten percent of all sales will directly support Xavier’s band, show choir, robotics, and BPA programs.
Save the Date!
December 14
Christmas with Xavier
Band & Choir Concert ~ 3:00 PM - XHS Main Gym
December 16 - 23
Semester Finals
Early dismissal @ 11:50 on 12/23
December 24 - January 2
Christmas Break
No School