Parent Weekly Newsletter - October 4

 

Dear Xavier Families,

I hope this message finds you well. We've had an eventful and enjoyable week at Xavier!

On Wednesday, our students were treated to free ice cream during lunch waves, courtesy of a generous donation from one of our families. Our Falcons enjoyed every moment of this sweet surprise, adding a little extra joy to their day.

Thursday was a special day for our seniors, as they participated in the annual Senior Field Day at the Farmington Club. This tradition gives the Class of 2025 a chance to take a well-deserved break, blow off some steam, and strengthen the bonds with their classmates. It was a day filled with fun, laughter, and lasting memories.

I also want to remind you that fundraising for the 2024 Mercy/Xavier Walk-A-Thon is well underway. This is our only student-driven fundraiser of the year, and all gifts this year are being made in memory of Brother Thomas Ryan, C.F.X. Please encourage your sons to set up their fundraising pages and share them widely. Every contribution makes a difference, and together, we can honor Brother Ryan's legacy in a meaningful way.

Thank you for your continued support of Xavier and our community.

I wanted to share this passage from our XBSS Partners in Mission document:

- Parents of fall athletes: This is a reminder to parents that Student-Athletes must be in school for the day in order to participate in their practices or contests. If your son is absent from school, they are not allowed to attend practice or games unless they receive permission from Mr. Cerreta. Any athlete who is found in violation of this policy will be immediately sent home from their event and face additional school consequences. Additionally, athletes who arrive late or leave early, must be present for 5 full class periods in order to be eligible for athletics.

 

- Xavier's fall Honor Society Induction is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, October 16, from 6:30-8 p.m. Letters to all eligible nominees will be sent out soon. Acceptances into Xavier's Honor Societies must be returned to Administrative Assistant Mrs. Keereweer in the Main Office no later than Tuesday, Oct. 8. Students deciding to be inducted must attend an induction practice on Tuesday, Oct. 15, at 2:30 pm. Questions pertaining to eligibility should be directed to departmental moderators.

 

- Student IDs were distributed today, as were photo packages. If you ordered pictures, please check with your son. Contact Ms. Lee with any questions.

-  On Wednesday, October 9, freshmen students will have a half day of special programming while SAT and PSAT testing for sophomores, juniors, and seniors is taking place. The day will include social emotional learning topics, a campus ministry presentation, and some computer training on Naviance Software for college applications. More information on the day will be sent out early next week. 

- A retake day has been scheduled for Thursday, October 10th. Any freshman, sophomore, or junior who would like his picture retaken should sign up with Mrs. Braychak in the Main Office by the end of the school day on Wednesday, Oct. 9th. Please note that the original photo package should be returned at the time of the retake. There is a $10 fee for retakes. 

- The PSAT/SAT for sophomores, juniors & seniors will be on Wednesday, October 9. Students should bring their charged computer & charger.

- UCONN ECE registration is complete. Please be on the lookout for an email or text directly from UCONN to pay for the classes that your son is taking.

- Join Dan Teague on October 10th at 6:30 PM for the Mercy/Xavier UCONN Virtual Night. This session is for students and parents to learn about the application process, gain insights on how decisions are made, and get answers to any questions you may have.

- All home Xavier athletic events, taking place in the gymnasium or outside on the turf field are being livestreamed through our provider HUDL. We are no longer using NFHS.  The link for streaming can be found on the Xavier Athletics Website under the tab "Inside Athletics". Please reach out to the school's Athletic Director Dan DeConti '01 with any questions.

- Important notice for all parents! Parents are reminded that their son's grades are always visible via OnCampus. As the year continues, parents are encouraged to periodically check their son's progress. If questions or concerns arise from these check-ins, parents are encouraged to reach out to their son's teacher(s).

 

- The Brother Houlihan Memorial Beautification Day (Houli Day) will take place on October 12th from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm at Xavier High School. Students, faculty, staff, and alumni will be receiving an email via Sign Up Genius to volunteer to clean up various aspects of the school's campus. Families are also welcome to join us! The day will begin with prayer and a brief presentation about Brother Robert Houlihan. There will be various refreshments available throughout the day for all participants. Clubs and teams are encouraged to sign up in groups to generate a greater sense of fellowship and camaraderie. 

- Senior and Junior Parents Note! In the coming weeks, Xavier will host admission representatives from colleges across the United States. Please encourage your son to check Naviance to sign up for these visits. 

- Here is the list of schools that will be attending the week of October 7th: University of South Carolina, Xavier University, Seton Hall University, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, University of Miami, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Skidmore College, New York University, Western New England University, George Mason University, Central Connecticut State University, University of Massachusetts-Boston, University of Rhode Island, St. Bonaventure University, Tulane University, University of Maryland, Muhlenburg College, Bentley University, and George Washington University.

 

- Registration for our annual Fall Open House on Sunday Oct. 20 is open! This is one of the biggest days of the year for Xavier. Please share this link with any families or friends that may be interested in attending Xavier. We greatly appreciate your help! If you have any questions, please email Director of Enrollment, Mr. Chris Sansone '06.

 

- 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. To learn more about hosting an international exchange student click here or contact Chris Sansone, Director of Enrollment.

 

Check out next week's lunch menu below:

Monday - Sausage & Peppers
Tuesday - Chicken Rice Bowls
Wednesday - Half Day (Only breakfast served)
Thursday - Quesadillas
Friday - Philly Cheese Steak

 

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Have a great weekend.

Nick Cerreta '01
Interim Head of School
Xavier High School