WELCOME FROM YOUR GRADE REPRESENTATIVES 

Dear Freshman Parents, 

Welcome to the 2026–2027 school year! If your family is new to St. Pius X Catholic School, we are especially happy to welcome you to our community. 

About the Home & School Association 

The parent-led Home & School Association connects families with school leadership and coordinates volunteers for grade-level and school-wide activities. To learn more, visit here.  

As your grade representatives, we welcome your questions, ideas, and feedback—your input helps support a vibrant, thriving school community. 

Welcome to Freshman Year! 

The first year of high school can bring a learning curve for students and parents alike. We encourage you to attend school-wide and grade-specific events, which are great ways to learn more, ask questions, and meet other families.  

Please add these dates to your calendar: 

School-Wide Events 

• Thursday, August 20 — Fine Arts Parent Meeting: Save the date for an informational meeting at 5:45 p.m. in the Young Center Auditorium for all parents interested in learning more about the outstanding Fine Arts Program.  
• Thursday, August 20 — Mini Class Night: Meet your student’s teachers and walk through their daily schedule. Arrive early for the 6:30 p.m. start, as parking can be challenging, and wear comfortable shoes. Home & School board members and grade representatives will be available to answer questions. 
• Friday, August 21 — Home & School Family Tailgate: Socialize with other SPX families from 5:30-7:00 p.m., then stay to cheer on the Golden Lions as they face the Dacula Falcons at 7:30 p.m. Sign up to bring a potluck item here. 
• Wednesday, August 26 — Mother's Club Open House: All SPX moms are invited to gather at 6.30 p.m., mix and mingle, and learn about key events and initiatives for the year.
• Saturday, September 19 — Homecoming Dance: Football games, pep rally, and spirit week all commencing Saturday night for the homecoming dance! Students will join their fellow classmates from 7:30-9:30 for fun and memories.  
• Friday, September 25 — School Assembly: Join us for a special presentation by Rachel’s Challenge, a nonprofit that promotes kindness, connection, and respect. Parents are welcome!
• Saturday, November 21 — Holiday Marketplace: Support this annual school-wide event by volunteering for a shift and shopping with local artists and vendors. Proceeds help fund student scholarships. 

Freshman Parent/Student Events 

• Monday-Wednesday, August 17-19 — Student ID/Yearbook Photo: Remind your student to prepare for photos during lunch period. 
• Saturday, August 22 — Freshman Social: The Freshman Social is an opportunity for our newest students to enjoy socializing with each other in the context of “belonging” here at St. Pius. We will have activities, food, and fun with friends! (7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the SPX Courtyard.) 
• Tuesday, August 25 — High School 101: Have questions about what Catholic high school looks like in 2026? The ins and outs, academic next steps, and how to support your student’s health and well-being. Join us from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the library, where St. Pius X Counselors will answer all of your questions! 
• Saturday, September 26 — Freshman Class Parent Party: Enjoy a night of fun at SPX St Joan of Arc Field House Plaza to socialize with Freshman parents and see some old friends. See the eSpiritus and your family email for more information. 
• Tuesday, October 20 — 9th Grade Night - Counseling Parents: Information shared by the SPX Counseling Department to help set you and your student up for a successful high school experience. Join us at 6:30 p.m. in the library. 
• Wednesday, January 6 — 9th Grade Night - Parents: Information shared by the SPX Academics Department, more details to follow. Join us at 6:30 p.m. (location TBD).

Meet Your Freshman Representatives 

Please feel free to say hello at school events or reach out directly. 

Stay Connected 

• Connect with us and other Class of 2030 Parents via our St. Pius X Class of 2030 Facebook Page. Log into your Facebook account and search St. Pius X Class of 2030. You will see the black gates as our profile picture. This is a private parent account not sponsored by the school. Just another way to stay connected, join now! 
• Follow @spx_homeandschool on Instagram for news, reminders, and ways to get involved.

Important Reminders:

• Freshman parents, do you want all of the important news? Check your SPX email regularly! ALL communication from St. Pius X is sent to your family email. We don't want you to miss out on all of the happenings! 
• READ! READ! READ the eSpiritus for opportunities to get involved in our wonderful community! We want you to feel connected and the best way to do that is to check your email and read the eSpiritus. 
• Volunteering is a great way to meet other parents and support SPX. Watch the weekly eSpiritus newsletter for opportunities throughout the year. 

Give Back 

Link your Kroger Shopper’s Card to our Home & School Association through Kroger Community Rewards, and every purchase will help support our school—at no additional cost to you! 

We look forward to hearing from you and seeing you throughout the year! 

Warmly, 

Carrie Billiam (Long), Kelly Grant, Chaly Jo Moyen, Amy Sery, Christina-Smith Stanley, and Sarah Sweeney 

Freshman/Class of 2030 Grade Representatives