NEW: STATE BOYS BASKETBALL INFO
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Congratulations to Coach Freeman and the Xavier Boys Basketball team for earning a spot in this year’s Class 3A Boys State Basketball Tournament! State tournament games will be played at the Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines. #2 Xavier's first game will be Tuesday, March 7th at 7:15 PM against #7 Des Moines Hoover (15-9). The winner of this game will play in the semi-finals against #3 Marion or #6 Bishop Heelan on Thursday, March 9th at 3:45 PM. The 3A championship game will be Friday, March 10th at 5:00 PM.
ALL STATE BASKETBALL INFORMATION WILL ALSO BE AVAILABLE AT
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Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the following plans and guidelines:
TUESDAY
QUARTERFINALS: 7:15 PM TIPOFF
Tuesday will be Spirit Day.
School Attendance
Classes will remain in session on Tuesday.
THURSDAY
IF WE ARE PLAYING IN THE SEMI-FINAL GAME:
SEMI-FINALS: 3:45 PM TIPOFF
Thursday will be a Spirit Day.
School Attendance
Classes will remain in session for those not attending the game. Those who would like to attend and support the team, are encouraged to do so. Dismissal for those attending the game is NOON. These students are expected to attend their classes through second block. Parents dismissing their student can contact the office by using the planned absence online form, via phone, or by email. Please submit the online form by Thursday at 8:00 AM. An email will be sent confirming the form submission.
FRIDAY
IF WE ARE PLAYING IN THE FINAL GAME
CHAMPIONSHIP: 5:00 PM TIPOFF
Friday will be a Spirit Day.
School Attendance
Classes will remain in session for those not attending the game. Those who would like to attend and support the team, are encouraged to do so. Dismissal for those attending the game is 1:20 PM, end of third block. These students are expected to attend their classes through third block. Parents dismissing their student can contact the office by using the planned absence online form, via phone, or by email. Please submit the online form by Friday at 8:00 AM. An email will be sent confirming the form submission.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Tickets
All tickets are general admission and entitle the holder to sit anywhere in the 100 level (8,000 seats) or 300 level (6,000 seats). General Admission tickets are $10 each. Wells Fargo Arena does not accept checks. Advance tickets are available for purchase either at the Wells Fargo Arena Box Office, by telephone at 866-553- 2457, or through the Wells Fargo Arena website (www.iowaeventscenter.com).
All spectators in kindergarten and older must purchase a ticket. Children not yet in school will NOT require a ticket. The cost is $10 per session. Doors will open 60 minutes prior to the tip-off of the first game of each session. Fans will be allowed to leave and re-enter during the same session, but they must get stamped prior to leaving the building. Stamp tables will be located at the north and south ends of the concourse.
Seating
Home team spectators should sit behind the team bench. Xavier is the designated the home team and will follow this seating assignment.
Representing Xavier
The Xavier community has worked hard to build a rich tradition of sportsmanship and school pride. We fully expect that our fans will continue to exhibit those qualities. Students and all Xavier fans are expected to cheer on and support the Saints! Please keep in the mind the 3 non-negotiables: No targeting officials, no targeting individual opponent players, and no vulgar language
As a reminder: signs, banners, Fat Heads, hoops, balloons, etc. are not allowed. The use of artificial noisemakers (cowbells, thunder sticks, etc...) is prohibited.
If you have questions about anything not addressed in the above information, please call the Activities Office. Thanks in advance for your cooperation with these guidelines and for your support of Xavier Activities!
Go Saints!
Matt Svare, Activities Director
Angela Olson, Principal
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LAST DAY: Nominate a Teacher & Staff Member for XITA / XITA
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Each year Xavier Parents for Xcellence (XPX) presents three awards to Xavier faculty and staff members. The “Xcellence in Teaching Award (XITA)” is presented each year to two outstanding teachers who have made a significant impact on students by challenging them with high expectations and assisting them in meeting those expectations. The “Xcellence in Staff Award (XISA)” is presented to one outstanding staff member. These teachers and staff members demonstrate a commitment to students, to Xavier High School and to Catholic Education. They are professional in their behavior and serve as role models in our school community. Recipients of these awards are decided based on nominations that come in from students, faculty, staff, and parents in the Xavier community. These awards include a monetary gift.
Please fill out this brief two question survey by March 1st to nominate an outstanding teacher and staff member for this year’s awards.
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TONIGHT: Workshop: Managing Stress & Anxiety
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Tonight, March 1 from 7-8pm, Xavier High School, along with Catapult Learning, will be hosting an in-person workshop in the Xavier theatre on Managing Stress & Anxiety. The last few years have been stressful for everyone, especially children. Fear and anxiety are more prevalent than ever. This is overwhelming for the entire family and results in strong emotions in adults and children. However, how you cope with stress and anxiety can make you, your child, your family, and your community stronger. This workshop offers tips for recognizing anxiety across age groups and strategies for coping. Mark your calendars to join us for this FREE event March 1st!
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Reminder: Grandparent Forms Due This Week! |
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Xavier will be holding our Annual Grandparents Mass on Wednesday, April 19, 2023. All grandparents are invited to attend the 9:50 am Mass in-person.
If you would like your student’s grandparents to be invited, please click here and add their name(s) and address(es) by Friday, March 3. Even if your students’ grandparents have attended or received invitations in previous years, you will need to add them to this year’s list in order for them to be invited.
The deadline to submit grandparent information is Friday, March 3. Invitations will be mailed to grandparents in March!
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Reminder: Nominate a Xavier Mentor/Coach/Moderator/Director for XTRA Leadership Award |
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The Xavier Booster Club’s XTRA Leadership Award was created to honor an outstanding Xavier High School mentor, coach, moderator, or director of a Booster Club sponsored extra-curricular activity in athletics, fine arts, or clubs outside of the classroom. The nominee may coach within any organized sport, fine arts program, or organized club at any level.
The award criteria include:
- The nominee is a role model for Xavier High School students
- The nominee displays outstanding leadership skills to help form and shape future leaders through activities, which take students outside the classroom and onto the stage, field, and court.
- The activity is successful
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Reminder: 2022-23 Yearbooks |
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If you are interested in ordering a 2022-2023 Yearbook, follow the link HERE to order from Jostens Online. Yearbooks cost $70.00 and will be available for purchase until May 15th.
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Reminder: Upcoming Spring Sports Parent Meetings |
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Wednesday, March 1st - Girls Tennis - 6:30pm - Commons
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Thursday, March 2nd - Trap Shooting - 6:15pm - Commons
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Monday, March 6th - 2023-24 Cheer - 5:30pm - Commons
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Wednesday, March 22nd - 2023-24 Dance - 5:30pm - Commons
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Reminder: FACTS Applications for the 2023-24 School Year |
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The FACTS online application for STO opened on January 1st, with the deadline being
April 15th. In addition to completing the application, parents must upload their
2022 federal tax return and other required schedules or tax documentation. Families who applied last year should have received an email that the 23-24 applications are open.
With the passing of ESA legislation, Xavier High School strongly encourages families to complete the FACTS management forms in addition to the forthcoming application for ESAs. This potentially opens up more opportunities for families to receive tuition assistance through multiple sources.
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Website: XavierSaints.org | Phone: 319-294-6635 | Fax: 319-294-6712 |
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