February 7, 2021 / Xavier Mothers' Guild
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Happy Valentine's Day, Gator Families!

Love is in the air, and there is so much to love here with Mothers' Guild:
  • Find peace and love during the upcoming Lenten Retreat on Feb. 17.
  • Do you love Prada, cash and weekend getaways? Purchase a raffle ticket for our "Ready to Spring" Xavier Scholarship Fashion Show.
  • Book lovers join this month's Book Club on Feb. 17. 
  • Fall in love with the outdoors and take a hike with us on Feb. 26. 
  • If you love getting involved, take a look at the Mothers' Guild Nomination form. 

Keep scrolling to find more information on all of these events. 

Love to all of you and your families.

xoxo,

Claudia McClelland
Mothers' Guild President 2020-21

Mothers' Guild Zoom Meeting

Keeping Our Girls Safe!
March 2, 2021
11:30 a.m.

Join us for insights from John Howard from the Phoenix Police Department on how to keep our girls safe.


Click below to join the meeting on March 2 (the link will not work before then).

Custom Lee Brevard Jewelry!

We are excited to announce that we are partnering with Lee Brevard Studios to support our scholarship fund. All proceeds will go to the Xavier 2021 Scholarship fund! 

Here's how to purchase the custom Lee Brevard jewelry: 
  1. Click here. 
  2. Pick your favorite earrings! 
  3. Mix and match your favorite pairs! 

Start shopping Lee Brevard today, and help support the Xavier Scholarship Fashion Show! 

Other Ways to Support the Fashion Show

Change a life! Become a sponsor.
Advertise your business in the Fashion Show program and on our social media outlets (Facebook, Instagram and websites). Click here to become a sponsor.

Change your life! Treat yourself.
Pamper yourself with a Prada purse, cash, a Neiman’s gift card or a staycation with cash and spa privileges! Purchase raffle tickets here.

Change your daughter's life! Purchase a parking spot.
Purchase a parking spot for your sweet daughter for the 2021-22 school year and remove the stress from your morning routine. There are a limited number spots available at this time! Purchase a parking spot here.

Make a change! Make a purchase.
All proceeds raised at the 2021 Scholarship Fashion Show will go directly to the XCP Scholarship Fund and will make going to Xavier a reality for several aspiring girls. 

Questions? Contact 2021 Fashion Show Co-Chairs Jean Cody and Julie Alpert.

Volunteers Needed

Come join the fun with other Xavier parents - before, during and after the show - as they work together behind the scenes!
 
If you have time on Wednesday, March 10, we're in need of several people to help steam costumes (over 250) at the Mothers' Guild Office. And we can really use your help on Friday, March 12, for set up and clean up at the JW Marriott at Desert Ridge for the big show!
 
Please click here for available shifts.

Thanks for your support!

Julie & Jean
Calling All XCP Hikers!
Our February hike will be the back trail at Piestewa Peak on Friday, Feb. 26 at 9 a.m.

We will have a moderate hike leading around the back of the mountain and catching the lower half of the Summit trail down. This hike is approximately 1.5 hours and will be an exhilarating but manageable hike for all levels. 

Please try to carpool, as spaces are limited. We’ll meet at the end parking lot on East Squaw Peak Drive

Can’t wait to see you there!! “The Mountains Are Calling, I Must Go” John Muir

Sign up now!
Click here to sign up to join the hike.

Ash Wednesday Lenten Reflection:
To Live Anew

We invite you to join in a time of fellowship, guided individual and corporate prayer, reflection, and hands-on creativity experiences with other XCP moms, friends, and alumnae. We will be pausing and preparing our hearts for the coming of Easter, Christ's resurrection! 

A Moms' Morning To Live Anew
Wednesday, Feb.17
8 – 11 a.m. 
Founders Hall, 2nd Floor

Sign up now!
For more details and to RSVP, click here. 

Note: Participation will be limited to 50 attendees due to social distancing.The deadline to sign up is Friday, Feb. 12.
Now Accepting Nominations!
How would you like to make a difference in the lives of our Xavier families? 

As a part of the Mothers' Guild Executive Board or as Chair of one of our many committees, you will have the opportunity to: 
  • Make friends with other Xavier moms
  • Know what's happening on campus
  • Get to see more of your daughter
  • And, most importantly, be a part of an organization that enhances the lives of Xavier families!

Nominate yourself or a friend! 
Please think about how you can contribute your talents to the Xavier community. Nominate yourself and/or a friend to be a member of the Mothers' Guild Executive Board or a Committee Chair!

Learn more

Click here to complete the nomination form.  
 
Deadline: Applications are due Monday, Feb.15, 2021, at 5 p.m.

Questions? Please email Lara Murphy or Claudia McClelland.
February Book Club Selection
You're invited to join the Xavier Mothers' Guild Book club! Here is this month's book: 

Feb. 17 
American Dirt
By Jeanine Cummins

Email Lisa Sullivan to get added to the Evite list and join the fun!
Gator Gear Updates!
Stop by Gator Gear and check out our new items and some items that are back in stock!

Volunteer at Frosh Registration!
Gator Gear is requesting your help with Frosh Registration for the Class of 2025 on Saturday, March 6. 

There are three shifts between 7:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. Sign up here! 

Shopping for a soon-to-be Baby Gator of the Class of 2025?
Check out our Class of 2025 t-shirts and sweatshirts. Surprise your baby gators today! 

Valentines Day fun!
On Feb.11, we will celebrate Valentine's Day as a school. Make sure to stop by Gator Gear and get your exclusive XCP Valentines Day shirt and mask to wear on this special day! 

Don't forget our store hours!
Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:45 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Shop in store or online today!
Click here to shop Gator Gear online. Click below to follow us on Instagram to see our new items coming soon!
Happy Valentine's Day!