Navigator 9/7/25

SEPTEMBER 7, 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, September 8

• Homecoming Week begins ~ Visit crxcs.org/hoco for all the details!
• Pajama Day

Tuesday, September 9 (B Day)

• Clue Character Dress Day ~ Visit crxcs.org/hoco for all the details

Wednesday, September 10 (A Day)

• Dress Code with a Navy Polo
• 9:50 AM - Homecoming Mass ~ All are welcome!

Thursday, September 11 (B Day)

• Monopoly Dress Day ~ Visit crxcs.org/hoco for all the details
• 6-6:45 PM - Future Saints Pep Walk
• 7:00 PM - Light the Night Pep Rally 

Friday, September 12 (A Day)

• Super Spirit Day
• Friday Morning Mass @ 7:00 AM in the Chapel
• 2025 Alumni Hall of Fame Inductions

Dates to Note...

• 9/17 - Back-to-School Night
  • 4:30 - 6:30 PM
  • Saint Shop will be open!
• 9/22 - In-Service Day, No School

Upcoming Parish Events...

PARISH: ST. WENCESLAUS

EVENT: GOULASH DAY

• WHEN: SUNDAY, SEPT. 28, 2025
• DETAILS: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
  • CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE

Handy Quicklinks

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

Activities

• Bound

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

• 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

ACTION ITEM: Complete Volunteer Form

Xavier has a strong tradition of parents stepping forward to offer their time and resources to make our school truly xceptional.

We ask that ALL Xavier families fill out the Xavier Volunteer Form to indicate areas that interest you.

Completing the form does not obligate you to join a group; it simply provides the group leader with a contact in case volunteers are needed.

Currently we have received responses from 20% of families. If you've not already done so, please complete the form today.

ACTION ITEMS: Parent Volunteers and Donations Needed for Homecoming Activities

Xavier Booster Club is in need of concession stand help! We still have many open spots for this Friday’s Homecoming football game. If you’re able to volunteer, please sign up today to help us fill these shifts.

Click Here to Sign Up to Help XBC...

This Thursday Xavier will be celebrating our annual Homecoming Pep rally & bonfire. As part of this celebration, XPX provides cookies and drinks to all of those who attend the bonfire. If you would like to support this event, please see the following link to make donations or help at the event.

All donations can be dropped off at the main office on Thursday from 7:30 - 10:00 AM.

Click Here to Sign Up to Help XPX...

Optional Technology Insurance for iPads

If interested in purchasing optional technology insurance for student iPads:

• Review this insurance opt-in information 
• Complete this Form by September 17th if interested

Homecoming Week 2025

Homecoming week is here, and we have many fun activities planned!

For all the details, visit crxcs.org/hoco.

Saints Shop Hours

• The Saints Shop will resume it's regular hours, Monday - Friday, 1:30-3:00 PM beginning Sept. 8th.
• The Shop will also be open for the Homecoming Football game on Friday, Sept. 12th from 6:00-8:00 PM.

Upcoming Flu Shot Clinic

Xavier Flu Shot Clinic will be held on Tuesday, September 16 during the lunch hour. Please review the directions in this information sheet if you are interested in having your student participate. Please have students bring a photo copy of their insurance card for billing and signed consent form to receive the flu shot.

Please email Nurse Naeve if you have any questions: [email protected].

Campus Ministry Updates

Homecoming Mass

Xavier’s Homecoming Mass will be Wednesday, September 10 at 9:50 am in the Ron Thillen Gym. Our collection will be for Young Parents Network. All are welcome!

Optional Freshmen Retreat

All freshmen are invited to an optional freshman retreat for a night of connection and faith. The retreat will include witness talks, small group, adoration, and other activities. If students have other engagements, they can come late or leave early, please just specify in the registration form. Food will be provided, and registration closes on September 17. 

• Location: Xavier High School
• Time: 6pm-10pm on Monday, September 22
• Hosted by Campus Ministry
• Register via: https://forms.gle/vLg1FkegVuK6f6C9A 

Kairos Junior Retreat

Kairos is an optional retreat for juniors. There are three dates offered. Consider registering early because they fill up quickly. The retreat is held at Ridgehaven Cono Camp in Walker, IA. It begins at 4pm Thursday and concludes Sunday afternoon. The cost is $200. The three dates are Oct 23-26, Feb 19-22 and April 16-19. Registration is taken through this Kairos Registration Form. Questions regarding the retreat should be directed to [email protected]. If assistance with the fee is needed, please contact [email protected].

St. Pius X Youth Nights

• 6-12th Graders welcome from 6-8pm in the SPX Youth Room
• Fall semester dates: 9/28, 10/12, 10/26, 11/9, 11/23, 12/14

All Saints Sacrament of Confirmation 2025/26

Registration is now open! If your student will be entering 10th grade for the 2025–26 school year and wishes to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation at All Saints, please complete registration using the link: https://forms.gle/9qTLMpmwHL8ut2mk7

• Registration deadline: September 22nd
• Parent & Student Information Meeting: September 24th at 6:00 PM at All Saints Social Hall
• Contact: [email protected] or 319-360-0591

Foundation Updates

Introducing the Generosity Challenge

We are excited to introduce the Generosity Challenge—a call for our Xavier Catholic Schools community to live out our mission of faith in a new and powerful way. This initiative is about more than giving; it is about responding with gratitude for the blessings we’ve received and joining together to ensure a thriving future for every student in our care.

Watch your mailbox! In the coming week, you’ll receive a letter with more details on how you can join this mission-driven movement of generosity.

Foundation Volunteer Opportunity

Do you like connecting with people and businesses in our community? Do you have a couple of weeks of your time to give? Or do you work for a business that may be interested in supporting our Xavier Catholic Schools?

The Xavier Catholic Schools Foundation is looking for short-term volunteers to connect with local businesses and help grow support for our schools. Volunteers will be placed on fun teams and asked to connect with 3-7 assigned businesses to solicit financial support. You'll receive all the necessary details, including business history and contact information, and have the flexibility to connect with the businesses when it's most convenient for you. The campaign runs from October to early November.

If interested, contact Amy Thuente at [email protected] to sign up and receive further information about this exciting opportunity!

Save the Date!

Wednesday, September 17

Back-to-School Night

4:30 - 6:30 PM

Opportunity to visit your student's classroom/teachers

Saints Shop will be open

Wednesday, October 8

Picture Retake Day

9:15-10:15 AM

October 27 & 29

Fall Conferences

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

More details coming soon.