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Dear Xavier Families,
As we approach next week's midterm exams, it’s been a busy and productive week filled with faith, creativity, and community here at Xavier.
We began the week with a beautiful Christmas prayer service on Monday morning. Our peer ministers delivered a heartfelt production, reminding us all of the true meaning of Christmas and the importance of living our Xaverian values. Their words and performances set the tone for a season of reflection, gratitude, and joy.
I also recently began meeting individually with every freshman to review their first-quarter report cards. This week, I wrapped up my one-on-one meetings with the Class of 2028. It has been a privilege to connect personally with our newest students, hear their perspectives, and celebrate their early successes as members of the Xavier community.
On Tuesday, our campus was filled with creativity and talent during the Winter Art Show. Under the guidance of Ms. Vitale, our students showcased impressive works of art, demonstrating the integral role the arts play in shaping our well-rounded community. That same evening, we gathered with our Mercy High School family for the Winter Concert at their campus. This collaborative event, now in its second year, was a wonderful celebration of music, partnership, and shared mission. Nights like these remind us that, together, we truly are two schools, one family.
This week, we also took time to bring some festive fun to campus with two spirited events. On Thursday, our Big Falcons and Little Falcons paired up for Twin Day, sporting matching outfits that fostered rapport and camaraderie across our community. On Friday, students donned their most creative and colorful attire for our annual Ugly Sweater/Christmas Outfit contest. These events provided joyful breaks for our students, offering them a chance to relax and celebrate the season as they gear up for midterm exams.
Thank you for your continued support as we prepare our students for midterms and the Advent season. We are blessed to have such a vibrant and committed community.
I wanted to share this passage from our XBSS Partners in Mission document:
“Trust is total confidence in our God and our brothers and sisters in Christ. It is the meeting place of mind, heart, faith, and courage. This trust allows people to look toward the transcendent to grow in faith in spite of life’s difficulties. It flourishes in contemplation and encourages, enlightens, and inspires all believers.”
Here are this week's updates and announcements...
Important Upcoming Dates
- Sunday, Dec. 15: Third Sunday of Advent
- Monday, Dec. 16: Midterm Exams Begin (Students in Secondary Dress)
- Sunday, Dec. 22: Fourth Sunday of Advent
- Tuesday, Dec. 24: Christmas Eve (School & Offices Closed)
- Wednesday, Dec. 25: Christmas (School & Offices Closed)
- Thursday, Dec. 26: School & Offices Closed
- Thursday, Dec. 26: Artie Kohs Classic (5:30 PM / 7:15 PM)
- Friday, Dec. 27: Artie Kohs Classic (5:30 PM / 7:15 PM)
- Saturday, Dec. 28: Catholic Middle School Basketball Tournament (1:00 PM)
- Sunday, Dec. 29: Catholic Middle School Basketball Tournament (12:00 PM)
- Tuesday, Dec. 31: School & Offices Closed
- Wednesday, Jan. 1: New Year’s Day (School & Offices Closed)
- Parents: Your sons have been reminded of our hair and grooming policy. If your son is in need of a haircut, please make sure he has it taken care this weekend. A reminder that burst fades are not allowed. Failure to do so will result in detention. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
- Midterm exams begin on Monday, December 16. They are scheduled to run from the 16th through December 19th. If we do not have a snow day during that time, Christmas break will begin at dismissal on the 19th. If there is a snow day and we miss a day of exams, they will be made up on December 20th with Christmas break beginning at dismissal that day. An informational memo regarding midterm exams was sent to families last week.
Please find the Christmas Store Hours below:
Friday, December 20: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Monday, December 23: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- All home athletic events for the sports of Basketball, Hockey, and Wrestling require purchase of admission through our online ticketing platform GoFan. Please click here to purchase your tickets or season pass.
- The Xavier Home and School Association is excited to announce the date for the 33rd Annual Black and White Auction - Saturday March 22, 2025. This year's theme - Saturday Night Fever gives us an opportunity for a special addition to the evening's entertainment - dancing! Please view the Save the Date video and we hope you will pencil it in on your calendars! More information coming soon.
- NCAA: If your student applies to the NCAA Eligibility Center, please inform Ms. O’Connor or Mr. Lambert, so they can upload a transcript.
- Senior Students & Parents: Please inform Ms. O’Connor of any additional colleges that you add to your list so she can ensure that your materials are sent on time. If you notice any documents missing from your college applications, promptly inform the School Counseling Office, so we can address the issue.
- Junior Students & Parents: Please save the date for our Junior Parent & Student Night Thursday, January 9th at 6:30 pm.
- Juniors & Seniors: Xavier alum and Boston College student, Brendan Peary, will be here after school on Thursday, January 9th to talk to students interested in Boston College. Please stop by the school counseling office to hear all that BC has to offer. Additionally, Xavier alum and ROTC college student, Sam Enes, will be here after school on Wednesday, January 8th to discuss ROTC. Anyone interested in participating in ROTC in college should stop by to hear this important information.
- Our final mini Open House will be held on Thursday, Mar. 6, from 6-7:30 p.m. at Xavier! Registration is underway. Please share this link with family and friends!
- ASSE International is partnering with Xavier High School to welcome international high school exchange students, ages 15-18, into your family and create bonds that will last a lifetime. Hosting an international student offers a unique cultural exchange experience for both the student and your family. Families that host an exchange student will receive a $4,000 tuition discount. To learn more about hosting an international exchange student click here or contact Chris Sansone, Director of Enrollment.
Have a great weekend.
God Bless.
Nick Cerreta '01
Interim Head of School
Xavier High School
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