NAVIGATOR: 11/2/25
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NOVEMBER 2, 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 3 (A Day)
- Vocations Appreciation Week Begins
Tuesday, November 4 (B Day)
- DWTS Tickets go on sale at 10AM
Wednesday, November 5 (A Day)
Thursday, November 6 (B Day)
Friday, November 7 (A Day)
Dates to Note...
- 11/10 - Discover Xavier Night
- 11/11 - Veteran's Day Flag Raising: 7:15AM
- 11/12 - Community Service Day
- 11/13 - Reconciliation Service for Juniors & So
- 11/14-11/16 - Fall Musical (The Addams Family: School Edition) Click Here for tickets
- 11/19
- 11/26-11/28 - Thanksgiving Break, No School
Upcoming Parish Events...
PARISH: St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
- Youth Ministry - Questions & Queso
- Date: 11/9
- Time: 6:00-7:00PM
PARISH: St. John XXIII
- Youth Nights for high school students
- Dates: 11/16, 12/14
- Time: 6:00-8:00PM
- Catholic Heart Work Camp
- Summer service trip
- Where: Champaign, IL
- Dates: June 21-27
PARISH VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
- PARISH: ST. JUDE | LANDSCAPING
- PARISH: ST. LUDMILA | BINGO CONCESSIONS
- PARISH: IMMACULATE CONCEPTION | ADORATION
- PARISH: IC/ST. WENCESLAUS | MOWING
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
National Vocations Awareness Week
National Vocation Awareness Week, celebrated November 2-8, 2025, is an annual week-long celebration of the Catholic Church in the United States dedicated to promoting vocations to the priesthood, diaconate, and consecrated life through prayer and education, and to renew our prayers and support for those who are considering one of these particular vocations.
Opportunities for students:
- M-Th morning rosary offered for religious vocations, those discerning the priesthood
- Friday 7am Mass offered with special intentions for vocation
Reconciliation Service
The sacrament of Reconciliation will be offered on Thursday, November 13, from 12:05-2pm for juniors and sophomores. We will follow a regular bell schedule. Juniors will be dismissed shortly after the start of third block.
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.
PARISHIONER FEEDBACK IS NEEDED: JOURNEY IN FAITH INPUT SESSIONS
The Archdiocese of Dubuque continues its Journey in Faith, an invitation to renewal and growth for parish life. Based on survey responses from more than 22,000 parishioners and additional parish data, proposed pastorate models have been prepared to encourage prayer, listening, and dialogue. You can view these proposed models at dbqjourneyinfaith.org.
Parishes are hosting local input sessions for parishioners about the Journey in Faith process and proposed models for their parish. These meetings are a follow up to the information released on September 2nd and the regional meeting which was held in 34 locations throughout the archdiocese in September.
The November input meeting invites parishioners to look ahead and reflect on “where do we feel called to belong in a pastorate”, creating space to consider the proposed models, share new ideas and models, and discern together the future of our parish communities. For the dates of your parish’s next meeting, please consult your parish website or bulletin.
How can I prepare for these meetings?
Spend time in prayer, especially invoking the Holy Spirit for guidance and wisdom.
Review the FAQs, maps, and other resources found at dbqjourneyinfaith.org.
Consider what your thoughtful verbal feedback will be at the meetings concerning the proposed pastorate models and other other ideas/suggestions you want to share.
Submit feedback and questions via the feedback form on the website through November 21st or take written letters to your parish office to be uploaded for you.
Why should I attend?
Journey in Faith is about setting forth a course to have vibrant and sustainable parishes focused on evangelization for the next 25+ years. This is your opportunity to be engaged and offer valuable feedback and information which will be considered prior to decisions being made by Archbishop Zinkula in the Spring of 2026.
Foundation News
President’s Corner: The Generosity Challenge
President McCarville’s monthly President’s Corner video was released this week, highlighting the heart behind this year’s Generosity Challenge—a call for every Xavier Catholic Schools family to come together in support of our teachers and staff. You can view his full message here: CRXCS.org/president.If your family hasn’t accepted the Generosity Challenge yet, it’s not too late to join in! Simply scan the QR code on the yard signs located at your school entrances to give quickly and easily. Every gift—big or small—helps strengthen the mission of Xavier Catholic Schools and shows our gratitude for those who dedicate their lives to creating disciples unafraid to follow Jesus Christ. Further details can be found at: CRXCS.org/Impact.
Dancing With the Saints Tickets On Sale Soon
Mark your calendars for the 10th Annual Dancing with the Saints on Saturday, January 17, 2026! Tickets will be available starting Tuesday, November 4, at 10 a.m. The purchase link will be shared that morning. For event details, visit CRXCS.org/DWTS.
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
It's Busing Reimbursement Time!
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
Fall Musical Tickets
They’re creepy and they’re kooky, mysterious and spooky, they’re all together ooky, The Addams Family! Tickets for the magnificently macabre fall musical, The Addams Family: School Edition are now on sale. Reserve your seat and join the Addams family from November 14-16 for a creepy good time! This show is rated PG-13 due to mild dark humor.
Tickets are $12 each and include all service fees. *NEW* this year: Don’t forget dinner! Join us Friday evening prior to the performance for a themed three-course dinner. Tickets for the dinner are $28 each (including all service fees) and include salad, pasta with meat, bread, dessert, and drinks. All tickets must be purchased online before the show. No tickets will be sold at the door and no activity passes are accepted.
Save the Date!
November 10
Discover Xavier Night
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
November 14
Community Service Day
November 14
Staff In-Service - No School