WELCOME FROM YOUR GRADE REPRESENTATIVES 

Dear Junior Parents, 

Welcome to the 2026–2027 school year! If your family is new to St. Pius X Catholic School, we are especially  happy to welcome you to our community. 

About the Home & School Association 

The parent-led Home & School Association connects families with school leadership and coordinates  volunteers for grade-level and school-wide activities. To learn more, visit here.  

As your grade representatives, we welcome your questions, ideas, and feedback—your input helps support a  vibrant, thriving school community. 

Welcome to Junior Year! 

Junior year is notorious for being the big push before applying to college a year from now or deciding what is  next after graduation. Many of our kids are taking multiple AP’s, while juggling sports and arts, along with  their regular classload, which includes their largest research paper to date. Some students have added a  part-time job to that list. And families might be trying to squeeze in visits to potential colleges and  universities where they can. Hopefully we haven’t scared you -- most students are ready for the challenge  and excited for the next step. We are here to help you stay on top of the most important dates and answer  any questions you might have. Three of your junior reps (Tiffany, Bree & Sarah) also have older children, so  please reach out with any questions. The Counseling Department is also a great resource and provides  students and parents with information and guidance on how to navigate junior year.  

Please add these dates to your calendar: 

Junior Parent Events 

• Tuesday, September 1 — Junior Kick Off Night: Junior students AND parents are invited to join the Counseling Department for a look at what to expect during junior year and how to prepare for senior year. Look for more details in a future eSpiritus from the Counseling Department. 

School-Wide Events 

• Thursday, August 20 — Fine Arts Parent Meeting: Save the date for an informational meeting at 5:45 p.m. in the Young Center Auditorium for all parents interested in learning more about the outstanding Fine Arts Program.  
• Thursday, August 20 — Mini Class Night: Meet your student’s teachers and walk through their daily schedule. Arrive early for the 6:30 p.m. start, as parking can be challenging, and wear comfortable shoes. Home & School board members and grade representatives will be available to answer questions. 
• Friday, August 21 — Home & School Family Tailgate: Socialize with other SPX families from 5:30-7:00 p.m., then stay to cheer on the Golden Lions as they face the Dacula Falcons at 7:30 p.m. Sign up to bring a potluck item here. 
• Wednesday, August 26 — Mother's Club Open House: All SPX moms are invited to gather at 6.30 p.m., mix and mingle, and learn about key events and initiatives for the year.
• Saturday, September 19 — Homecoming Dance: Football games, pep rally, and spirit week all commencing Saturday night for the homecoming dance! Students will join their fellow classmates from 7:30-9:30 for fun and memories.  
• Friday, September 25 — School Assembly: Join us for a special presentation by Rachel’s Challenge, a nonprofit that promotes kindness, connection, and respect. Parents are welcome!
• Saturday, November 21 — Holiday Marketplace: Support this annual school-wide event by volunteering for a shift and shopping with local artists and vendors. Proceeds help fund student scholarships. 

Meet Your Junior Grade Representatives 

Please feel free to say hello at school events or reach out directly. 

Get Involved 

Volunteering is a great way to meet other parents and support SPX. Watch the weekly eSpiritus newsletter for opportunities throughout the year.  

Give Back 

Link your Kroger Shopper’s Card to our Home & School Association through Kroger Community Rewards, and every purchase will help support our school—at no additional cost to you! 

Stay Connected 

Follow @spx_homeandschool on Instagram for news, reminders, and ways to get involved. 

We look forward to hearing from you and seeing you throughout the year! 

Warmly, 

Tiffany Chapman, Bree Dowhy, Megan Hakerem, Katie Hughes, Sofia Sanclemente & Sarah Schlenk

Junior Grade Representatives