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Pius XI Family Newsletter | May 22, 2024 | |
Heavenly Father, we are reminded of the incredible grace You have shown us through Christ. Inspire us to extend that same grace and forgiveness to others, reflecting Your love and mercy in all my relationships. Ephesians 4:32 “Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.” Thank You for the freedom and lightness of spirit that accompany these choices. May we continue to grow in grace and in the knowledge of Your love. In Jesus’ name, we pray, Amen.
To be included in our community prayers: prayers@piusxi.org
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Letter from the Principal | |
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Parents and Guardians,
I want to take this opportunity to share our prayers and well-wishes to the graduating class of 2024. In less than two weeks our seniors will receive their Pius XI diploma. This graduating class has left its mark on Pius XI. They have represented 2 national championships in Rube Goldberg, regional championships in many sports, the resurgence of our
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Pius XI football program, the creation and sustainability of many different clubs around the school and in general great representatives of the Pius XI values.
They will be the last graduating class that experienced a “Covid year” at Pius. This group was actually Freshman, starting their high school experience, during the Covid hybrid school year. When I think about that and what they had to endure while starting one of the most exciting and nerve racking times of their lives, during the uncertainty of a global pandemic, I cannot help but feel admiration and respect for their resilience. Please pray for our class of 2024 as they embark on adulthood and the next steps in their journeys.
Parents, as I have shared twice before with you, here is a parent survey that we would ask you to fill out. There are a few changes to questions in order to solicit feedback on trends that have come across in the fall and winter surveys. Your feedback is valuable and will impact some aspects of our summer planning.
Please feel free to contact us with any questions as we wind down the school year.
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Padres y Guardianes,
Quiero aprovechar esta oportunidad para compartir nuestras oraciones y buenos deseos a la promoción del 2024. En menos de dos semanas, nuestros estudiantes del último año recibirán su diploma de Pius XI. Esta promoción dejó su huella en Pius XI. Han representado 2 campeonatos nacionales en Rube Goldberg, campeonatos regionales en muchos deportes, el resurgimiento de nuestro programa de fútbol americano de Pius XI, la creación y sostenibilidad de muchos clubes diferentes alrededor del colegio y en general grandes representantes de los valores de Pius XI. Esta será la última promoción que experimentó un “año Covid” en Pius. Este grupo era en realidad estudiantes de primer año, que comenzaban su experiencia en la escuela secundaria, durante el año escolar híbrido de Covid. Cuando pienso en eso y en lo que tuvieron que soportar al comenzar uno de los momentos más emocionantes y estresantes de sus vidas, durante la incertidumbre de una pandemia global, no puedo evitar sentir admiración y respeto por su resiliencia. Oremos por nuestra clase del 2024 mientras se embarcan en la edad adulta y los próximos pasos en su viaje.
Padres, como les he compartido dos veces antes, aquí hay una encuesta para padres que le pediremos que complete. Hay algunos cambios en las preguntas para solicitar comentarios sobre las tendencias que surgieron en las encuestas de otoño e invierno. Sus comentarios son valiosos e impactarán algunos aspectos de nuestra planificación de verano.
No dude en contactarnos si tiene alguna pregunta a medida que finalizamos el año escolar.
In Christ / En Cristo
Mr. Ryan Krienke
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Chromebook Return and Fees
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Chromebooks need to be returned no later than May 31, 2024 so we can perform updates, check for damage and make sure they are in working order for the upcoming year. Please read this letter carefully regarding returning Chromebook to IT and associated fees for late and/or damaged items. | |
Assistant Principal's Updates and Resources | |
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Greetings!
As you know, May is Mental Health Awareness Month. NAMI SE (National Alliance on Mental Illness) is offering a variety of courses and programs designed to provide education, training, & support. Click HERE for more information.
New This Week…
Academic Opportunities - Alverno is hosting a science summer camp for high school students. The camp will take place Monday, June 3 - Friday, June 7. Participation is free and lunch will be provided, students just need to arrange their own transportation. Details can be found HERE.
The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction offers the Talent Incentive Program Grants. This program provides financial grants to low-income and disadvantaged high school students in Wisconsin. Please click HERE for more information.
Any student who took an AP exam is able to send one score report for free to the college/university of the student’s choice by June 20. Click HERE for details.
Reminders…
Please refer to the Senior Graduation Timeline for all upcoming deadlines. Graduation yard signs have been available all month in the Main Office. If your senior hasn’t brought one home yet, remind them to pick up a sign after school.
Blessings,
LaKendra Brown
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Order your 2024 yearbook today! | |
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Purchase a Yearbook in person:
Yearbooks will be available to purchase in the Pius XI lobby Thursday, May 23rd before TAC. The cost is $75 and cash, credit, or personal check payable to Pius XI Catholic High School will be accepted.
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Pius XI is seeking a host family for a young man from Vietnam. He will be starting 11th grade in the fall. The family is willing to offer a host family a small stipend for his stay.
Please contact the admissions office at admissions@piusxi.org if you are interested in learning more details.
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There will be a four Night Wrestling clinic at Pius XI, June 24-27 (Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday- Thursday) from 7:00pm-8:30pm in the Wrestling room downstairs in the Field House.
We will be demonstrating moves as well as the basics of wrestling. There will also be some strength and conditioning. We will be wrestling some matches at their level and weight. Each wrestler will receive a free t- shirt. Please wear a shirt, shorts, and wrestling shoes.
Parents/guardians must sign a release for students to participate.
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The PPO would like to thank all of our senior parents for their support this year. Whether you came to a meeting, donated money, gave feedback, or brought in food, your efforts were all appreciated.
We would like to specifically call out two senior parents in particular. A huge thanks to Heidi Westphal and Dave Baudry for their unwavering support over the years. They were integral in forming the PPO and have volunteered at numerous events and concessions stands over the years. Your efforts truly made a difference. You will be missed!
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Job Opportunity in Institutional Advancement | |
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The Institutional Advancement Department is looking to add a part-time, contracted Event Coordinator to the team. The Event Coordinator will help plan and orchestrate logistics for two signature events—Popesfest in fall and the Spring Auction Celebration.
Please see the job description for the scope of work and full list of responsibilities. This is a contracted position and the hours are varied/flexible. Some of the work can be done off site with the number of hours needed each week varying by proximity to the event. Interested individuals should forward a cover letter and resume to Vice President of Advancement Michelle Pape at mpape@piusxi.org.
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