IMPORTANT DATES

• MAY 27 - NO SCHOOL - MEMORIAL DAY
• MAY 29 - 8th GRADE GRADUATION
• MAY 30 - LITTLE LIONS PK LAST DAY
• MAY 31 - FIELD DAY
• MAY 31 - EARLY RELEASE (1:15pm)
• MAY 31 - K-7th LAST DAY
• JUNE 29 & 30 - FR BILL'S RETIREMENT CELEBRATIONS

This past week was bittersweet as it was our last week of classes with the 8th grade class of 2024. They are a special group of students, and although we are sad to see them leave Saint Pius X, we are very excited to watch them go on to do amazing things in high school and beyond! I would like to extend special thanks to all current 8th grade families for entrusting our school with the education of your child.

In Christ,

Chris Milliron

This week we are honoring two groups with a Gospel Value Spotting award. Mrs. Thomason's class was nominated by Mrs. Whitmer for demonstrating responsibility. They were focused and able to work independently all week. Kindergarten (all 3 classes) was nominated by the Kindergarten Team for being respectful on their bus ride during a field trip. They were polite, quiet, and kind. Congratulations to Mrs. Thomason's class and the Kindergarten classes for winning this award - they have earned a dress down day on Tuesday!

The second grade stewardship focus is on the elderly.  This year, the students have participated in several projects that helped the students recognize a sense of gratitude and compassion to fuel the desire to give back to others. These projects also included outreach efforts that benefit the elderly in our community through prayer, service, and sacrificial giving.  

Their last activities of the year took place this week. The second graders went on a field trip to StoryPointe Senior Living Community. The students brought gifts of plants in pots they painted themselves!

Before we head into summer, please take a moment to complete the CARPOOL SURVEY. If you are unsure right now, please complete the form by the 1st week of August. Thank you!

Registration for Extended Care for the 2024-2025 school year has opened. You can register online HERE. Please fill out one form for each student. For more information, visit our website.

We're delighted to announce that Luke Kocovski, an eighth-grade student at Saint Pius X, has been selected as the Youth of the Month for July 2024 by the St. Joseph County Commissioner's program. This program recognizes outstanding young individuals in the county, and Luke truly stands out. He's been chosen for his exceptional motivation, passion, and humility, qualities that shine through in his various pursuits, particularly in music and science. Luke is an accomplished oboeist and clarinetist, actively participating in the Saint Pius X Band Program, South Bend Youth Symphony Orchestra, All State Band and weekly church services. Alongside his musical achievements, Luke has also been honored with the IUSB Junior Research Award in Physical Science and secured a spot among the top fifteen participants in the State Science Fair this spring.

Our 6th and 7th grade students will be returning their Chromebooks and power cords Thursday, May 30th.  

Please help to ensure that both the Chromebook and its power cord are with your student.  Also, we will be checking to make sure the spine cover is attached to the Chromebook. The Chromebook cases will go home with the students. 

Here are the fees for missing items:  

• No power cord: $20.00
• No spine cover: $10.00 

You can find all of the HASA events and sign-ups HERE on our website!

Thank you to all of the Saint Pius X families and communities for their generous support with their time and talents this academic year. If you are interested in joining a HASA committee or in becoming a volunteer for the upcoming year, click HERE for more information.

Thanks again and have a wonderful summer!

Congratulations to all of our school athletes for another fabulous year in sports!

Best of luck to our baseball players in their playoff games! Go Lions!

Any items in the lost and found after 2pm Friday, May 31 will be donated. Make sure you stop by during field day and pick up your student's items!

Friday, May 31st will have an early release at 1:15 pm.

Medication will not be sent home with students.

All medicine and other items in the Health Office must be picked up by an adult.