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Dear Xavier Families,
It was a short but productive week at Xavier, one filled with moments that embody the mission of our school and the values we strive to instill in our students.
Our 20 Falcons and four faculty members who traveled to Guatemala had a powerful experience, embracing the call to serve others and carrying out the mission of Xavier and the Xaverian Brothers. As they return home today, we pray for their safe travels and look forward to hearing about the impact of their journey.
Earlier today, our entire school community gathered for a special assembly featuring Deacon Art Miller from the Connecticut Center for Nonviolence. Deacon Miller shared his firsthand experiences from the Civil Rights Movement, offering a profound and moving reflection that deeply resonated with our students. His words served as a strong reminder of the sacrifices made in the pursuit of justice and the responsibility we all share in building a more just and compassionate world, especially fitting during Black History Month. His message about part of being a Christian is to love one another without exception was well received. He gave our students important reminders that we are all of our brothers keeper at Xavier.
Thank you to Mr. Braychak and members of My Brothers Keeper on organizing this important discussion.
As we move forward in the school year, we continue to challenge our students to be men of character, faith, and service, both inside and outside the classroom. Thank you for your continued support of Xavier and all we do to shape the young men entrusted to our care.
I wanted to share this passage from our XBSS Partners in Mission document:
“To manifest God’s care and compassion to those who are separated and estranged not only from their neighbors, but also from their uniqueness, to those who suffer from want, neglect, and injustice: the poor, the weak, and the oppressed of this world.”
Here are this week's updates and announcements...
Important Upcoming Dates
- Wednesday, Feb. 26: Early Dismissal
- Wednesday, Feb. 26: Parent / Teacher Conferences (5:30 PM)
- Friday, Feb. 28: Senior Service Hours Due
- Monday, Mar. 3: AP Applications Assessments Week Begins
- Tuesday, Mar. 4: Confessions (10:00 AM)
- Tuesday, Mar. 4: Spring Freshman Leadership Day (11:55 AM)
- Wednesday, Mar. 5: Ash Wednesday
- Wednesday, Mar. 5: Ash Wednesday Mass (9:10 AM)
- Wednesday, Mar. 5: HSA Meeting (5:45 PM)
- Thursday, Mar. 6: Spring Open House (6:00 PM)
- Friday, Mar. 7: Class of 2029 Course Registration Due
- Friday, Mar. 7: Mercy / Xavier Spring Musical Opening Night
- Friday, Mar. 7: Student AP Applications Due
- Friday, Mar. 7: Stations of the Cross (2:40 PM)
- Sunday, Mar. 9: First Sunday of Lent
- The 25k Cash Raffle is underway! Please click here for more details, and to purchase tickets. Only 800 tickets will be sold!
- With winter weather upon us, please note Xavier High School’s notification procedures and our policies for cancellation of school and for make-up days. The information can be found here.
- 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. - On Wednesday, February 26, Xavier will host parent teacher conferences from 5:30-8 pm. Conferences will be offered in both in-person and virtual formats. Registering is required. Mr. Doherty sent an email out earlier this week with sign up information. If you have any questions please email [email protected].
- Spring sports registration is live! If your son plans to play a spring sport, you can register him online by clicking here. The deadline for registration is Sunday, March 16. Please make sure our nurse has a copy of his most recent physical. Physicals are valid for 13 months from the date of the exam.
- The 33rd Xavier Annual Black & White Auction is 30 days away! The time has come to invite your family and friends and reserve your seats for this fun filled event! Please visit the Auction website Link here for One Stop Auction Shop. Special this year - help us fill this year's unique edition of the Auction's program with a custom congratulatory note to Mr. Cerreta on appointment of the new President of Xavier - see attached. We can't wait to boogie with you all on the 22nd!
- 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.
- Senior Students & Parents: Midyear reports have been sent to all colleges.
- Senior Students & Parents: Please click here to view important scholarship information from the School Counseling Office. - 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!
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Do you own a small business? We’d love your help in spreading the word about Xavier’s exciting new summer camps! If you’d be willing to display a lawn sign or have postcards available at your business, we’d greatly appreciate it. Every sign placed and every card shared helps us reach more families and create memorable summer experiences for students.
- 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 or contact Chris Sansone, Director of Enrollment.
Have a great weekend.
God Bless.
Nick Cerreta ’01
President
Xavier High School
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