Prom Announcement

We wanted to take a moment to update you on an important change to Prom this year, which will be held on April 26th at 8pm. After careful consideration and feedback from students, we have decided to discontinue Grand March. This decision is based on several factors:

1) Student Feedback – Each year, we gather input from students on whether Grand March should continue. This year, students voted to test out having Prom without Grand March. Their concerns included:

• Grand March is too long and takes away from time spent enjoying the evening.
• The event gives the impression that having a date is necessary to attend Prom, which can discourage students who prefer to go with a group of friends. Eliminating Grand March fosters a more welcoming environment.
• Removing Grand March allows students more time for getting ready, taking pictures, and enjoying dinner before the dance. 

2) Safety and Supervision – From a staff perspective, removing Grand March helps us maintain a safer environment. Without hundreds of guests coming in and out of the building, we can more effectively monitor and ensure the safety of our students throughout the evening.

Additionally, we want to inform you about an update regarding the crowning of Prom King and Queen. With the removal of Grand March, this will now take place during the dance. Parents of students on the Prom Court will be invited to attend the crowning. More details for those families will be provided as the event approaches in addition to information about ticket sales for students. 

We understand that this is a significant change, but we believe it will ultimately enhance the Prom experience for our students while ensuring a safe and enjoyable evening. We appreciate your understanding and support as we make this adjustment!

It's Busing Reimbursement Time!

If you live in the Cedar Rapids Community School District, please return the completed form to the Xavier main office by Monday, April 28th.

If you live in College Community, Linn Mar Community, Marion Independent or any other district, the form must be mailed directly to that district's business office. They must receive it by May 1st.

If you live in a school district that is not listed you will need to contact that school district’s business or transportation department to obtain the form and address to mail it to.

Contact Christine or Karen at info.xhs@crxcs.org if you have any questions.  

Cedar Rapids Community School District

College Community School District Linn Mar School District

Marion Community School District

Post Prom Registration Information

Post Prom is a free, parent sponsored event open to all Juniors and Seniors, regardless of whether they attend Prom.

Click Here to Learn More & to Register Your Student...

Safe Environment

Xavier students will be participating in Safe Environment Training in Theology classes the week of April 7.

This training includes information about quality relationships, proper forms of touch, actions to take in uncomfortable situations, and reporting possible abuse. Please note that this is not a sex education program.

Under the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People, all dioceses in the United States have agreed to do the following:

1. Establish age-appropriate safe environment training for children. 
2. Offer the training to all children/young people.
3. Document that the training has taken place.

The Safe Environment training program that will be used can be viewed here.  

While all children are offered the Archdiocesan Safe Environment training, a parent/guardian can refuse the training by completing this form. Please complete this form only if you do not wish to have your child(ren) participate in the Safe Environment training(s) for the current academic year.

Choral & Voce Concert Photos Needed

The Yearbook Team is asking for any additional pictures of performances or other events at which Chorale attended - all photos would be appreciated! Please email any photos to lauren.phillips@crxcs.org

Kairos 54

Please pray for all junior retreatants going on our Kairos 54 (April 3-6). Thank you for all the preparation from our senior leaders, parents, and staff!

Upcoming Tryouts/Auditions for 2025/26 School Year

Xavier Dance Team - 

Auditions

• Monday, March 31st - 5:00pm-7:00pm
• Tuesday, April 1st - 5:00pm-7:00pm
• Wednesday, April 2nd - 4:30pm-6:30pm (Final Tryout)

Cheerleading Clinics/Tryouts -

Parent Info Meeting

• If you are interested in trying out or for more information, please complete this pre-registration form.

Clinics

• March 24th - 3:00pm-5:00pm
• March 25th - 3:00pm-5:00pm
• March 26th - 3:00pm-5:00pm

Tryouts

• March 27th- 3:00pm-6:00pm

Color Guard Audition and Clinic -

Students must attend one of the 2 following clinics. They will be taught a short routine and some basic skills then demonstrate their progress at the end of the audition time.

• Tuesday May 6 from 4:30-6:30
• Thursday May 8 from 4:30-6:30

Please complete the Color Guard Interest Form

Register for Spring Activities/Sports on Bound

Any student planning on participating in an activity (fine arts, athletics or clubs) at Xavier High School this spring must be registered on Bound. Please register now for all activities you plan to participate in this year so that we can provide communication to you prior to the season.

• Go to www.gobound.com/ia/schools/xavier, then Sign In, and click on “Registration”. 
• If your student is interested in participating in multiple activities, please register them for each activity.
• If your student is considering participating in athletics or cheer, parents must also upload a Physical, and electronically sign a Concussion and Permission/Release Form via Bound. All physicals will now be uploaded through this process – paper forms will not be accepted in the XHS Activities Office. You will not need to print a form elsewhere.

Senior Photos Deadline

Seniors Photos for the yearbook will be due April 4th and can be emailed to Lauren Phillips at lauren.phillips@crxcs.org

Students should be in appropriate attire with no baseball caps.

Senior Art Show Submissions Needed

The Art Department is working on putting together the senior art show website for the Class of 2025. If your senior has artwork from their time at XHS, digital or visual, that they would like to display, please fill out the form below. It does not matter if they took one art class or every art class we have to offer, we’d love to showcase their work! Work can be visual, like ceramics or painting, or digital such as photography or graphic design. If you have any questions, please contact, denise.venteicher@crxcs.org. 

Click Here to Complete the Art Show Form...

Final Day to Turn in Hy-Vee Receipts

Please continue to drop off Hy-Vee receipts for their Cash 4 Students program at the main office anytime in March. The deadline to turn in receipts is Monday, March 31st. Any receipts collected with dates after April 1st can be saved and turned in next school year.

Thank you for your help with this wonderful program!

6th Annual Mattress Fundraiser

Xavier High School is hosting our 6th Annual Mattress Fundraiser on Saturday, April 5th, from 10am - 5pm. Please consider stopping by! Not only will you get a great deal, but you’ll also sleep better knowing your purchase supports the Band, Choir, Robotics & BPA Students. 

More information can be found here:

• FB EVENT LINK
• Click here to watch this informational video!  

Final Yearbook Order Deadline

2024-2025 yearbook orders will close on April 30th and can be purchased through Jostens.