Xavier High School Parent Weekly Newsletter - April 11

 

Dear Xavier Families,

As of this afternoon, April vacation officially began, and it could not be more well deserved. Our students and faculty have worked hard, grown immensely, and poured themselves into every moment of this school year. We hope this upcoming week provides them with a chance to rest, recharge, and reflect. A reminder that classes will resume on Tuesday, April 22.

This week was full of memorable moments. On Wednesday, we drew the winning ticket in our 25 thousand dollar Cash Raffle — congratulations to Ticket number 142. Thank you to everyone who participated. Your support directly impacts our students and their experiences here at Xavier.

Thursday evening, our campus was bustling as we hosted the annual Xavier Mercy College Fair. With 100 colleges and universities from across the country in attendance, it was an incredible opportunity for our students to connect with representatives and begin planning their next chapter.

This morning, we gathered as a community for our Lenten Prayer Service. Our campus ministers guided us through a powerful reflection on the Stations of the Cross, reminding us of the season’s true meaning with reverence and grace.

This afternoon, with full hearts and deep gratitude, we held a tree dedication ceremony in memory of Brother Thomas Ryan, C.F.X. Brother Ryan’s legacy at Xavier is one of unwavering kindness, joyful presence, and servant leadership. The tree planted today stands as a living tribute, rooted in love and growing in faith, just like the lives he touched.

Finally, at the conclusion of the 2024-2025 school year, our beloved art teacher Jayne Vitale will be retiring. While I am incredibly happy for Jayne as she embarks on exciting new endeavors in the next phase of her life, I am also deeply saddened that we will no longer have the privilege of seeing her every day and experiencing the love and joy she brings to Xavier and all of us. Jayne has been a dedicated educator since 1980, and at the end of this year, she will have completed 44 remarkable years as a high school teacher.

 
While Jayne’s physical presence will no longer be here every day next year, her legacy will continue to live on at Xavier forever. She leaves behind a legacy that will be very difficult to fill. Jayne will now have the opportunity to focus on “making art professionally,” a path that she has long deserved to pursue. We all know what an amazing and gifted artist she is. And while she may be retiring, we also know that no one truly leaves Xavier completely, as the relationships formed here last a lifetime. Jayne will always be a part of the Xavier family.

Jayne, as Brother Ryan would have said, “You have taken care of the boys admirably over the last 38 years at Xavier.” You have helped develop many young men into fine individuals, myself included. I am eternally grateful for everything you taught me when I was a student of yours, and for the guidance and friendship we’ve shared over the past 20 years as colleagues.

I know I speak for everyone when I say, Jayne, thank you for being the model Catholic Xaverian educator you have been over the years. 

Wishing you a restful and blessed break.

 

- Orders for the 2025 Xavier Yearbook are now being taken. The link to our publisher can be found HERE. The cost of the yearbook is $75. SENIORS DO NOT HAVE TO PURCHASE A YEARBOOK. The cost is included in their graduation fees. 

 

- ATTENTION PARENTS OF SENIORS: Senior Tributes for the 20240-25 Yearbook are available HERE! The Deadline to submit a tribute is June 1, 2025.

 

- You should have received an email regarding the re-enrollment process for the 2025-26 school year. Contracts are available through the Xavier parent portal and must be submitted by April 30, 2025. If you have any questions please contact Mr. Cerreta.

 

- Help spread the word! Registration for Xavier’s summer camps is now open. This year’s camps are for students entering 3rd-9th grade. This summer we are offering camps in Football, Soccer, Baseball, Ultimate Frisbee, E-Sports, Physical Fitness, Flag Football, Wrestling, and more. Spots are filling fast! The link for registration can be found HERE.

 

- Make the most of your summer with Xavier’s Summer Academic Programs, designed to help you strengthen key skills, get ahead in challenging subjects, or fulfill course requirements. Whether you're looking to refine your math and writing abilities, prepare for AP coursework, or even knock out a graduation requirement, our summer offerings provide the perfect opportunity to stay on track. Plus, register by May 2 to take advantage of early-bird discounts! Register here! 

 

- Xavier will be presenting the SPRING FINE ARTS EXHIBIT on Tuesday, April 29th. The exhibit will be on view in the front area of Xavier High School and feature the work of all students in the Visual Arts classes as well as the Photography and Art Clubs. We will be holding a reception for those students participating, as well as their families and friends at 3:30 p.m. on the 29th.  As is our usual custom, we will be presenting prizes for various categories in Visual Arts and Photography. The artwork and photography will continue to be on display throughout the week of the 29th.

 

- Parents of Juniors & Sophomores: Please be aware that the date of the Sophomore/Junior Field Day is Wednesday, May 7.

-  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 of prior to returning to school on April 22. Failure to do so will result in detention when we return to school after break. Thank you for your attention to this matter.

- Parents of Juniors: The Junior Prom will take place on campus on Saturday, May 10. Your sons will receive the ticket link next week. 

Parents of Freshmen & Sophomores: The Freshman / Sophomore Semi-Formal will take place on campus on Saturday, May 3. Your son’s will receive the ticket link next week

 

- Parents of Seniors: We have begun to highlight member of the Class of 2025 on our social media channels. Please encourage your sons to fill out the form that Ms. Mastrocola emailed them. 

 

- Senior Students & Parents: Please update your Naviance accounts with your college outcomes & decision.

 

- 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 click here to view important scholarship information from the School Counseling Office.

 

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Have a great break.

Nick Cerreta ’01
President
Xavier High School