IMPORTANT DATES

• OCTOBER 27 - FALL FAMILY FUN FEST
• OCTOBER 28 - INPEA LEGISLATIVE EVENT
• OCTOBER 31 - LATE START
• OCTOBER 31 - DRESS DOWN DAY (NO COSTUMES)
• NOVEMBER 1 - NO SHORTS
• NOVEMBER 4-8 - BOOK FAIR
• NOVEMBER 12 - FALL BAND CONCERT
• NOVEMBER 15 - E-LEARNING DAY
• NOVEMBER 22 - TRIVIA NIGHT
• NOVEMBER 25-26 - PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES
• NOVEMBER 27-29 - THANKSGIVING BREAK

Monday, we will host several local state representatives for a breakfast Meet and Mingle. We will discuss the push toward Universal School Choice and celebrate the success of Saint Pius X and other non-public schools in our area. See below for more information and to RSVP.

On Friday, our 1st-8th graders will attend Mass in honor of the Solemnity of All Saints. Each of our 4th graders will be dressed as a particular saint who is meaningful to them—please join us!

In Christ,

Chris Milliron

Join Us for a Meet & Mingle with Our Legislators!

Saint Pius X Catholic School, in partnership with the Indiana Non-Public Education Association, invites you to an important opportunity to connect face-to-face with our local legislators.

This is your chance to engage with lawmakers, share the experiences of students and families in our community, and advocate for universal choice in the upcoming 2025 legislative session.

• When: Tomorrow, October 28, 2024
• Where: Schooler Parish Life Center
• Light breakfast and beverages will be provided.

Please RSVP to Symbol Moser at smoser@stpius.net. We look forward to seeing you there!

Congratulations to Mrs. McKinney's class for winning this week's Gospel Value Spotting award! They were spotted demonstrating the gospel value of respect when they were headed outside to recess. They were quiet and mindful of others on their way down the stairs. They walked on the right-hand side quietly and greeted Senora Vasquez with big smiles. Mrs. McKinney's class class has earned a dress down day Monday!

We warmly invite all parents and guardians to join us for school Mass! Here is our schedule for this week:



Friday, November 1 - 8:45 am - Mass - 1st-8th grades

The out-of-this-world Literati & Good Shepherd Book Fair is just around the corner, taking place the week of November 4. Families are invited to enjoy after-school shopping on Wednesday, November 6, and Thursday, November 7, from 3:00 pm-5:00 pm in our school library.

Can’t make it in person? No worries—you can explore and purchase all of the books online! Simply click HERE to start browsing. Gift cards will be available for purchase and can also be donated to support teachers and classrooms.

Stay tuned—more exciting details will be coming home with your student soon!

Calling All 4th and 5th Grade Readers! Parents, you're invited too!

Join us for an informational meeting to learn about the exciting Battle of the Books competition!

Date: October 30th

Time: After School

Location: SPX Library

What is Battle of the Books?

It's a fun and engaging reading competition where students dive into a variety of great books and compete to see who knows them best!

How it Works:

• Read: Students read from a selected list of books.
• Discuss: Parent-led teams discuss the books and prepare together.
• Compete: Teams of four answer questions about the books in a thrilling quiz-show format.

The big competition will take place in late February. It's a fantastic way to encourage reading, teamwork, and fun! Hope to see you there! Contact Mrs. Kirkland with any questions at mkirkland@stpius.net

Here is the timeline for next month's parent/teacher conferences:

• 11/5: Middle School forms are sent home
• 11/7: Middle School forms are due
• 11/12: SignUpGenius opens for large families
• 11/14: SignUpGenius opens for all families
• 11/25 & 11/26: Parent/teacher conferences

Come join the fun and volunteer for the SPX lunch program!

This service is not possible without volunteers. All volunteers are required to have safe environment training.

Click to volunteer for

November

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

Join us today for the Fall Fest

 Pious Pages Book Club

On November 1, our 4th graders will once again celebrate the lives of the holy men and women that loved Jesus and shared that love with others throughout their lives.

But why limit The Solemnity of All Saints to just one day? This year, Saint Pius X students can learn about the many saints with our own 'Pi(o)us Pages' Book Club throughout the month of November.

Please encourage your student to visit the special section dedicated to saints in the library. After reading a book, your student can fill out a Saint Card to share a fun fact about the saint they read about, and we will display these in the library throughout the month. At the end of November, we will have a drawing for a fun saint prize package.

We look forward to learning more with our children as they read about these holy men and women that have shaped - and continue to shape - our faith.

Thank you for supporting this initiative,

HASA Faith Formation & Service Committee 

Good luck to our JV and Varsity football teams playing in the Championships today! Go Lions!

Be sure to check the athletic calendar HERE for any updates, changes or cancellations.

Our next Dress Down Day will be October 31st, Halloween costumes are not permitted. Masks and political costumes are also prohibited. Please ensure students follow all guidelines

Thursday, October 31st is the last day students are allowed to wear shorts for the season. Shorts are allowed again starting April 1st. Find the dress code HERE.

Exciting news! This year, we're launching early ticket sales, giving you the chance to save big by purchasing your tickets in advance! Plus, don’t miss out on our exclusive VIP Golden Ticket Experience—an unforgettable way to enjoy the event! Supplies are limited, so grab yours before they’re gone. Click HERE to secure your tickets now! Please note "immediate family" includes only parents and children.

Lost and Found is overflowing with sad jackets, sweatshirts, lunch boxes and water bottles that are missing their owners! Come by and get your student's items.

Did you know that the proceeds from SPX Trivia Night support the Saint Pius X Catholic School Band? Mark your calendars for November 22 and stay tuned for more details coming soon!

Marian High School Open House

Meet teachers and tour the school, preview the curriculum & ask questions, learn about Marian athletics & clubs, and talk to current students about life as a Knight.

Sunday, November 10 | 1:00-3:00pm. Register HERE.