St. Pius X School is dedicated to a Catholic education that provides students the academic, technological, and social and emotional tools they will need to choose any future they want. These tools are a combination of knowledge, inquiry, problem solving skills,  computer skills and effective study habits that will serve students throughout their lives.

We offer preschool for 2-1/2 year olds to 4 year olds and prekindergarten for 4 and 5 year olds with full time and part-time options. Contact dfarewell@stpx.org for registration information.

Peace,

Mrs. Dorothy Farewell, M.Ed.

Principal

Welcome Back to School 2020 Opening Prayer!

All school prayer on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday provides students with a short reading, prayer, and general announcements via our youtube channel Pius Eagles.

Daily Mass is offered LIVE with Fr. Cal via our parish's Facebook page.

December 1, 2020

“Blessed are the eyes that see what you see! For I tell you that many prophets and kings desired to see what you see, but did not see it, and to hear what you hear, but did not hear it.”
― The Gospel of Luke 10:23-24

Dear St. Pius X School Families & Community,

We are now in the season of Advent--a time of watching, waiting, and anticipation. I also think now is an important time to welcome and open up to the unexpected gifts God gives us each day. This isn't always our top priority during this time of year, but perhaps it could be, especially now. I encourage you to seek opportunities that keep you connected to one another, whether it is writing a letter or picking up the phone and talking (not texting) a friend, loved one, or someone you know who lives alone. Seeing God in something so ordinary, while we are living in extraordinary times.

Our school will host an Advent Food Drive for St. Vincent de Paul during December. Please see the flyer for specifics--we want everyone to participate if possible. Students may bring in donations or drop them off during the next three Wednesday Packet Pick Ups.

This week, we continue with in-person learning with remote option for preschool through 4th grade, and continued remote learning in the 5th through 8th grades. Thank you for your diligence about pre-screening prior to arriving at school--refer to the "Keep Sick Children Home" flyer below. If your child or a household member has displayed any of the listed symptoms, please do not come to school; remote learning is always available.

Important News:

• We appreciate your cooperation in the carpool lines and are extremely grateful for the volunteer parents who have stepped up to help. This year presents many new routines and procedures; it's understandable challenges arise sometimes. Please contact the front office if you'd like to offer constructive feedback. We want to continue to show our world-famous St. Pius warmth and hospitality to all our families--thanks for your help.

• A Quick Annual Fund update: we have received some corporate matches and donations over the Thanksgiving Break. We are reaching ever closer to the next match-goal of $30K--but we still need your help! Thank you for supporting our school's Annual Fund. It is not too late to participate. If you'd like to see the recorded event, it can be found on our St. Pius X Catholic School facebook page. We have been receiving donations from many school families--help us reach 100% family participation--any amount counts. Click here to donate online.

• Now is the time to complete your Fulcrum Tuition Assistance grant. Remember, the deadline sneaks up on all of us during the Winter Break. Mrs. Brown and I are here to help you with your application. This is not only how Fulcrum awards tuition assistance, but we use it as well for our own financial aid awards at the school.

Advent blessings,

Mrs. Farewell

• Teams should be used only for school-related work. Our school rules still apply to online learning:

1. Follow the directions the first time given.
2. Be kind and inclusive.
3. Listen to the speaker – no matter who it is.
4. Be prepared for class and school.
5. Be respectful of yourself and others. Additionally...

• Have all materials ready--notebook, pencils, pens, packets, textbooks
• Be on time and ready to learn
• No eating, grooming or other distracting behavior
• Keep your learning space tidy and organized
• Use breaks between class periods, not during
• No cross-chatting during class--stay focused.
• If having troubles, let your teacher know right away