Letter from the Principal

Tuesday, August 20, 2024

Faith lifts the soul, hope supports it, experience says it must and Love says... let it be! —St. Elizabeth Ann Seton

Dear St. Pius X School Community,

We have been working diligently throughout the summer and in recent weeks to ensure a stellar start to our school's fall opening. This week has been especially productive, with our teachers participating in in-service days with fantastic collaboration, creativity, and organization. Their efforts are setting the stage for a positive and exciting beginning to the new school year.

Yesterday, we had the pleasure of gathering for Mass and a warm all-staff welcome with the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton and St. Pius X parish staff. It was a wonderful opportunity to connect and build community spirit, and we deeply value the strength, hope, and love that unites us all in the St. Pius X community.

While I am sad to share that Mr. Eyer has decided to pursue a new opportunity and will be leaving his position at St. Pius, we are already moving forward with the search for a new 5th/6th grade teacher. I am confident in our ability to find the perfect candidate for our students, and I am grateful to our Upper School team, including Mr. T and Mr. Martin, for their support as we transition into the new school year.

Lastly, I’m delighted to share that I’ve been in touch with Ms. Cindy Garcia, former St. Pius X School's administrative assistant. She is doing well and sends her heartfelt thanks and love to our school community. Ms. Garcia wanted to share a special message, which is provided below.

Peace,

Mrs. Farewell

Hello, I'd like to express my gratitude for the opportunity to be a part of such a great school and thank each and every St. Pius X School staff member along with all the wonderful families I interacted with and assisted on a regular basis. It has been a privilege to work closely with such a beautiful community. At this moment, I am attending to new opportunities to further my education and career. I remain faithful in God's plans for myself along with patience and perseverance. Thank you all so much for the endless love and support I have received with the time that I have been at St. Pius X School. I hold a special place in my heart for this community and look forward to seeing you all around. — Ms. Cindy Garcia

From the School Office

Office Hours Information

Regular Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

School Hours Information

Morning ESS (Extended School Services) opens at 7:00 AM.
Afternoon ESS ends at 5:30 PM.
School Doors Open at 8:30 AM; late bell rings at 8:40 AM; back gates close at 8:40 AM.
School Dismissal is at 2:00 PM on Mondays and 3:20 PM Tuesday through Friday.
K-4 Lunch is at 11:50 AM.
5-8 Lunch is at 12:25 PM.

NEW THIS WEEK!

Get Involved! The 2024-2025 school year at St. Pius X School is full of exciting volunteer opportunities—whether it’s in the classroom, at events, or supporting extracurriculars. Sign up online here or reach out to our School Volunteer Coordinator and be part of the action!
Look out for the New School Guidelines email on Friday, August 23th!
We still have a few St. Pius X uniform sweatshirts available in Navy and Royal for only $20 each. Call or visit us during office hours to pick one up!

Reminders

Join us for our first school Mass on Wednesday, August 28th at 9:00 AM. All are welcome to participate in this cherished tradition. Please remember to wear your full dress uniform.
We are a nut-free school; please no nuts of any kind in snacks, lunch, or classroom treats.
To ensure your student is ready for the new school year, please complete or upload any pending items through your Parent Portal Account by August 23rd. You can access the portal here: https://stpx.schooladminonline.com/portal.
Please note: the domain for all emails has changed for Finalesite. Please save our new address to your contacts <info+stpx@fsenrollment.com>.
Click Here: Classroom Supply List 2024-2025
Order Here: Uniforms on www.dennisuniform.com

Yes, Safe Environment YOU!

St. Pius could not exist without our many parent volunteers. In order to volunteer to help in the classroom, drive on field trips, coach, supervise lunch or attend a party you need to be compliant in our Safe Environment (VIRTUS Program).

Please go to www.virtusonline.org and login if you have an existing account or if you are new create a new account. Once there you will be asked to do two things:

Provide information so a background check can be run.
Complete a one hour online training (1^st time) or a 30 minute online refresher training.

If you have questions or need any help please contact Joan Sullivan at jsullivan@stpx.org.

2024-2025 School Pictures

Wednesday, September 18^th

School pictures for all grades, Preschool-8th, and staff will be taken on Wednesday, September 18, in the morning, with all students in uniform. Both individual and classroom photos will be taken. A make up day will be scheduled later for individual photos only.

To order school pictures:

Click on the following link to order: 2024-2025 School Pictures
Parents can order for more than one student on the same order.
You will receive an email confirmation of your order.
Photos will be delivered to school and sent home with each student.
PICTURE ORDERS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY NO LATER THAN SEPTEMBER 20.

If you have any questions about ordering, please contact KIDS Photography at 425-954-8762 or hello@KIDSschoolPhotos.com.

CYO Athletics News

Calling All Coaches

We Need You!

Kindergarten & 1st Grade Soccer Team

We’re in urgent need of volunteers to coach our CYO soccer team this season. Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the game, this is a fantastic opportunity to get involved, make a difference, and earn volunteer hours. No prior experience is required—CYO provides comprehensive training to get you ready. Register as a volunteer when signing up your player for the season. Step up, join us, and help our team thrive!

Get Ready to Run

Join Our Cross Country Team!

Registration Now Open!

Calling all boys and girls in Kindergarten through 8th grade—no experience needed! Lace up your running shoes for a short, fun-filled season focused on personal growth and team spirit. Don’t miss out on the adventure!

Running Distances:

Kindergarten–2nd Grade: 0.4 miles
3rd Grade: .6 mile
4th & 5th Grades: 1 mile
6th & 7th Grades: 1.35 miles
8th Grade: 1.5 miles

Practices: After school at the track across the street (schedule will be announced in early September).

Meets: Held on Sundays at Woodland Park

Meet 1: September 22, 2024
Meet 2: September 29, 2024
Meet 3: October 6, 2024 (Championship)

Team Sideline Online Registration Made Easy! Follow these simple steps to register:

Visit Team Sideline.
Create an account if you don’t have one.
Add your child’s name to your account.
Click "Register Now" on the homepage.
Scroll down to select "Cross Country".
Click "Enroll".
Choose your child’s name from the "Enrollee" tab.
For Enrollment Type, select "player".
Under the "Program" tab, choose "Cross Country".
For "Offering", select "Cross Country".
Add enrollment to your cart and proceed to checkout. The registration fee will be billed during the season once the team is confirmed.

For questions or to volunteer, please contact CYO Athletic Director Shawn Taylor at CYO@STPX.ORG.

Parent Association News

Volunteers Needed This Sunday!

Parent Association Car Wash Fundraiser

Sunday, August 25^th

Time is running out—this Sunday is our big Parent Association Car Wash Fundraiser, and we need your help! Join us after Mass at St. Pius X School to kick off the school year with a splash. This is your first opportunity to earn volunteer hours while teaming up with our Parent Ambassadors, the Multicultural Group, and the Parent Club. All proceeds will directly support the exciting community events we have planned for this year. Don’t wait—sign up today and make a difference!

Get Ready for the Back to School BBQ!

Friday, September 6^th

Mark your calendars! All St. Pius X school families are invited to our Welcome Back to School BBQ on Friday, September 6th, starting at 5:30 PM in the courtyard.

We’ll be serving up hotdogs, hamburgers, and drinks, along with fun activities for everyone. To celebrate our multicultural community, families with last names A-N are asked to bring a side dish (serving 6-8 people) that represents a favorite traditional food, while families O-Z should bring a dessert. It’s the perfect opportunity to reconnect after the summer break.

We need volunteers for set-up, grilling, serving, and clean-up. Set-up will begin right after school. Click on the button below to sign up!

Fundraising

Stop selling and start earning!

Scrip fundraising is a no-selling program that allows families to raise money for St. Pius X! Scrip is just another way to pay for everyday purchases using gift cards in place of cash, checks, and credit cards.

How does it work?

You purchase gift cards from the scrip mobile app, in person at the school office or from a volunteer after mass in the social hall. Your Scrip coordinator’s: Tran Van & Gaby Garcia can also assist with ordering & issuing physical cards.

You can contact Coordinators directly once you’ve downloaded the mobile app. Tap on ‘My Account’ and ‘Contact My Coordinators’ .

This is a completely safe way to purchase gift cards without the worry of scammers gaining access to your gift card numbers from big chain Grocery & Retail stores.

When you use scrip gift cards at your favorite retailers, you’re fundraising while you shop. With over 750+ retailers including grocery, department stores, gas stations, restaurants, hotels, home improvement, and more. Just by using scrip to pay for your normal weekly purchases, you can easily raise the $250 (minimal requirement) or earn more per year for the school.

Instructions how to download the mobile app: Click here for Instructions

St. Pius X Enrollment Code:

D167D8F91L712

Check out the new ‘Shop Online’ experience below!

Lace Up & Join the Jog-a-thon Fun!

Friday, September 27^th

Get ready to sprint, skip, and cheer as we kick off our first school fundraiser of the year on Friday, September 27, 2024! We’re chasing an exciting goal of $12,000, and if we zoom past our stretch goal of $15,000, the whole school will party with a surprise celebration!

It’s all about fun and friendly competition—let’s see which class has the most spirit!

Want to jump in and help? Click the button below to volunteer! Got questions? Reach out to Paris Melton or Joan Sullivan at 425.778.9861 or email Chelsea browniemms@yahoo.com.

Calendar

Beginning of School Dates & Times

Preschool and PK ONLY:

Thursday/Friday, August 22/23: Drop in any time between 10 AM -1 PM to meet your teachers and drop off supplies.
Monday, August 26: No School
Tuesday, August 27: Half Day – Preschool: 8:40-11 AM; PK: 8:40-12 PM
Wednesday/Thursday, August 28/29: Full Days
Friday, August 30: Half Day
Monday, September 2: No School (Labor Day)
Tuesday-Friday September 3-6: Full Days

Kindergarten through 8th grade:

Thursday/Friday, August 22/23 OR Monday, August 26: Orientation Days for New Students. Your child's classroom teacher will contact you to schedule a time.
Tuesday, August 27: First Day of School – 8:40 AM to 12:00 PM (Early Release). No ESS.
Wednesday, August 28: Second Day of School – 8:40 AM to 3:20 PM. All School Mass at 9 AM. Students should wear full school uniforms and volunteer as readers, greeters/ushers, or gift bearers. All are welcome to join us!
Thursday, August 29: Full Day– 8:40 AM to 3:20 PM
Friday, August 30: Half Day – 8:40 AM to 12:00 PM. No ESS.
Monday, September 2: No School (Labor Day)
Tuesday/Friday, September 3-6: Full Days – 8:40 AM to 3:20 PM

Calendar Highlights

August 2024

Sunday, August 25: Parent Association Car Wash Fundraiser

September 2024

Monday, September 2: Labor Day, No School
Friday, September 6: Back to School BBQ Potluck
Sunday, September 15: All School Sunday Mass at 11 AM. Students should wear their school uniforms and volunteer as readers, greeters/ushers, gift bearers, and sing in the children's choir. Students singing in the choir should arrive at 10am to practice.
Tuesday, September 17: Curriculum Night at 6 PM
Wednesday, September 18: School Picture Day & All School Mass at 9 AM. Students should wear their full school uniforms. Students should wear their full school uniforms and volunteer as readers, greeters/ushers, or gift bearers. All are welcome to join us!
Sunday, September 22: STPX Cross Country Meet #1
Friday, September 27: STPX Fall Jog-a-thon Fundraiser 2024
Sunday, September 29: STPX Cross Country Meet #2