NAVIGATOR: 12/14/25

DECEMBER 14, 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, December 15 (B Day)

Tuesday, December 16

Finals Week Begins:
- Link To Finals Week Bell Schedule
1A & 2A Review Day
School-Wide Holy Hour
RTI to make up work, if needed

Wednesday, December 17

1A & 2A Finals
3A & 4A Review Day

Thursday, December 18

3A & 4A Finals
1B & 2B Review Day

Friday, December 19

1B & 2B Finals
3B & 4B Review Day

Dates to Note...

12/22 - 3B & 4B Finals, RTI to make up work, if needed
12/23 - Review Day, last day to make up finals
12/24 - 1/2 - Christmas Break
1/5/2026 - Classes resume, second semester begins

Upcoming Parish Events...

PARISH: ALL SAINTS

ADVENT ADORATION | DEC. 15, 22
CAROLING AFTER MASS | DEC. 20, 21

PARISH: ST. JOHN XXIII

CEO EVENT FEATURING RAY NEDERHOFF | DEC. 15 | 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
YOUNG ADULT GATHERING WITH FR. GREG | DEC. 22 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

PARISH: IMMACULATE CONCEPTION

FR. JUNGE HOSTING HOLY HOURS | DEC. 16, 23 | 6:30 PM

PARISH: ST. ELIZABETH ANN SETON

YOUTH MINISTRY CAROLING | DEC. 21 | 12:00 PM

PARISH: ST. PIUS X

FAMILY NIGHT: “THE STAR” | DEC. 21 | 5:00 PM

PARISH: ST. PATRICK

EPIPHANY SUNDAY CHRISTMAS PAGEANT | JAN. 4 | 2:00 PM

PARISH: ST. WENCESLAUS

YOUTH GROUP: GLOVIK PARISH CENTER | 2ND SUNDAY OF THE MONTH | 6:30 - 8:00 PM

PARISH INFORMATION & SIGN-UP LINKS FOUND AT CRXCS.ORG/PARISHES

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

MCO: NEEDS BROWN PAPER BAGS

Handy Quick links

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

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

FINAL SAINTS SHOP DAYS

The final days to shop the Xavier Saints Shop before Christmas are:

Tuesday, December 16: 1:30–3:00 PM & 5:00–8:00 PM
Monday, December 22: 11:00 AM–3:00 PM

For all the latest news and hours, see us at facebook.com/XavierSaintsShop

FREE AND REDUCED MEAL APPLICATIONS

If you feel that you might be eligible for free/reduced meals, please fill out the application at crxcs.org/food. If your student is already receiving free or reduced priced meals they do not need to reapply, only new applications should be submitted. Please contact [email protected] if you need help filling out forms.

HY-VEE CASH 4 STUDENTS

Please remember to keep bringing in your Hy-Vee receipts for their Cash 4 Students program. Hy-Vee donates $1 for every $200 in receipts collected. You can drop them off at the Xavier front desk during school hours or in the business office drop box outside the main office after hours.

Receipts need to be dated from April 1, 2025 - March 31, 2026.
The deadline to turn these in is April 1, 2026.

Thank you for your help with this great fundraiser for our school!

CAREER & SERVICE FAIR

Xavier High School is looking for volunteers from all industry areas and nonprofits to be part of our Career and Service Fair on Friday, January 23, 2026. We are reaching out to our most valuable resources–YOU, our community! If you or someone you know is interested in sharing about your career as well as your education and path to get to where you are, please fill out the interest form. Please contact Jill Sires at [email protected] with any questions.

Campus Ministry

ALL SCHOOL HOLY HOUR - FINALS WEEK EDITION

We will all be participating in an all school adoration during Finals Week on December 16, approximately from 9:45-10:45am. Xavier Alum Connor Miller will be leading worship! All are welcome.

2026 ARCHDIOCESAON WOMEN'S CONFERENCE

Join hundreds of women from across the archdiocese for the 2026 Women’s Conference - Beauty in Christ: Grace for the Journey on Saturday, January 31, 2026 from 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM at a parish near you. You may also join from the comfort of your own home to be inspired and know that “His Grace is enough”! Inspirational speaker and singer/songwriter Kitty Cleveland and our own Kelsey Kaiser, authentically joyful wife and mother from Bellevue, IA will encourage you to be filled with “Grace for the Journey”! Get ready to strengthen your faith, connect with other women, and be inspired.

More information and registration can be found at https://www.archwomensconference.org/.

XCS News & Updates

Join the XCS Team: School 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].

From the Foundation

School Families: Make Your ‘Generosity Challenge’ Gift Before Year-End
As we enter this beautiful season of giving and gratitude, we invite our Xavier Catholic Schools families to make your ‘Generosity Challenge’ donation before the end of the calendar year. Your support—at whatever time works best for your family—helps strengthen the mission of Creating disciples unafraid to follow Jesus Christ.

Remember, whether you give through the Generosity Challenge, Business Appeal, Dancing with the Saints, Parish Appeal, or Alumni Appeal, every gift supports the Xavier Catholic Schools Impact Fund and directly benefits the salaries of our support staff and teachers.

To help with planning, here’s a quick look at when each campaign takes place:

Generosity Challenge → Happening Now!
Business Appeal → Happening Now!
Dancing with the Saints → January 17, 2026
Parish Appeal → Begins with Catholic Schools Week, January 2026
Alumni Appeal → Launches after Spring Break 2026

Thank you for your continued generosity and partnership. To make your gift, visit CRXCS.org/Impact.

Save the Date!

January 15, 16

Women's Conference

Sign-up info shared recently with students

January 19

No School

Professional Development Day

January 23

Career & Service Fair

Contact Jill Sires to volunteer!