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NOVEMBER NEWSLETTERS

2020 Catholic Schools Diocesan Theme
Returning God’s Gifts
November 24, 2020

HAPPY THANKSGIVING! THE SPX OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAY WED. NOV. 25 THROUGH FRI. NOV. 27.  

A SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT FROM MR. MONACHINO - FINALS
Because of the increase in COVID cases recently, we are making the following changes to the end of the semester and our final exam schedule.  These changes will allow us to keep our current room schedule and ensure ALL students remain six feet apart during these tests.  It will also give our teachers time to make out several versions of their exams to ensure test security from one day to the next.  We apologize for any inconvenience, but know that our building will remain open if you have a problem getting here to pick up your child. or if they have a scheduled practice. 

December 16th
8:00-9:00--First Hour Final Exam
9:10-10:10--Second Hour Final Exam

December 17th
8:00-9:00--Third Hour Final Exam
9:10-10:10--Fourth Hour Final Exam
10:20-11:20--Fifth Hour Final Exam

December 18th
8:00-9:00--Sixth Hour Final Exam
9:10-10:10  Seventh Hour Final Exam

Thanks for your understanding and continued support of our staff and school.  Have a Blessed Thanksgiving Weekend and stay safe.

COVID

• If you feel you have been exposed to someone who is COVID positive, if you are experiencing any COVID symptoms please STAY HOME.  If you are getting tested we imagine you will fit into one or both of the categories above, also please STAY HOME. If you stay home please call or email the office immediately.  
• We understand there are other ailments out there other than COVID, we ask that if your student is feeling under the weather but symptoms are not COVID symptoms please stay home until they are at least 24 hours symptom free with no medicine. 

 

CELEBRATING OUR WARRIORS:

Congratulations to our Warriors who defeated Butler Friday night!  Onto state semi-finals Saturday @ 2:00 vs Palmyra. GO GET EM WARRIORS!

GAME NOTES:  

• LIVESTREAM LINK (WILL ALSO BE AVAILABLE ON THE SPX WEBPAGE BEFORE THE GAME)  Featuring our favorites--Brett Sharp on the play by play and Dave Mosh with the Color Commentary. 
• In accordance with MSHSAA rules, since this is a State Playoff game the livestream must be run through MSHSAA.tv and they require a $10 pay per view fee.

NO PASSES CAN BE USED FOR THIS WEEKEND’S GAME. BECAUSE IT IS A MSHSA EVENT WE CANNOT HONOR BOOSTER CLUB PASSES.  YOU MUST HAVE A TICKET TO ENTER.

HOLIDAY STORE (including uniform approved masks!)

Doing some holiday shopping?  We have the perfect opportunity to get a few SPX items for under the tree or in that stocking!  The pics above are a small sampling of what is available!  Need to restock the SPX masks for second semester?  Order now--ONLINE STORE CLOSES AT MIDNIGHT 11.29.2020. 
https://spxholidayapparel2020.itemorder.com/

YEARBOOK ONE DAY CYBER MONDAY SALE!

 

 

CAMPUS MINISTRY
THANK YOU WARRIORS! Watch for a final count for The Bishop Sullivan Place!  

Upcoming Events
Advent begins November 29th. This is a time leading up to Christmas where we prepare our hearts to prepare for the Lord's coming. We will be celebrating this Liturgical Season by decorating the Chapel, hanging advent wreaths around the school and decking the halls! So, get your advent wreaths ready! Here's a great video from Father Mike Schmitz on Advent.

Mom Week: December 7-11
During this week, we will celebrate All School Mass on the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, Tuesday December 8th. We will also provide different prayer experiences for students to encounter Our Most Blessed Mother in prayer. Check out the Campus Ministry Website for more information!

TRIBE
ADOPT A FAMILY
If you have not been able to donate to Adopt- a- family there is still time!
We will be accepting monetary donations next week as well.
We have 36 kids that we are hoping to provide a decent Christmas for. 
We are hoping that every student can donate at least $5. 
Donations can be given to Family leaders or your students Family teacher.  Thanks for your support!

SWEATPANTS
Because of a delay from the manufacturer, some of the sweatpants have arrived and some have not. We are so grateful for your patience as the company we ordered from gets them in and to us as quickly as they are able. We are notifying your student when they arrive and are available for pick up from the Armoury. Thank you again for your patience. 

TRAVEL FORM:
If you and your family will be traveling out of state please remember to complete the form below and send to SPX 72 hours prior to departure.  This will help us determine any possible quarantine requirements upon your return. Thank you for helping to keep our community safe. You can find the form HERE.

MURPH’S MOMENT:
1) For those parents who need FAFSA completion assistance, look at my College Calendar HERE  for the December 1st and January 19th dates.  Important to finish this ASAP. Robin Stimac from Maple Woods can do a group virtual session for the FAFSA for our parents on either Dec 1st or Jan 19.  If we have multiple parents who would like help with the FAFSA, there will be a scheduled time viz ZOOM sent to their emails.

2) Service hour reminders for all students, especially seniors who still need 45 hours toward graduation to have transcripts sent.

3) LAST CHANCE!  Hibernians scholarship deadline is Nov 30th.  Entries are due November 30th and application and additional background information is available at www.aohkcmo.org at the “scholarship” tab fifth link on the banner.

4) Junior and Freshman Parents:  The info below regards the KC Scholars that you should check out.  Every freshman and every junior parent(s) should see if they qualify for its application.  

•  I am spreading the word to students, families.  For digital copies of flyers, presentation slides, and more:
  • Traditional Scholarship – 11^th Graders
  • College Savings Match – 9^th Graders – Learn more about the updates to the College Savings Match Program. New in 2021: up to 250 9^th graders selected for the Match program.
  • Adult Learners
• What can you do now to help prepare for the application openingJanuary 1^st? What are the personal statement prompts for 2021? Use this Application Prep List to learn more.
• New in 2021 - KC Scholars is using the College Board EFC Calculator to determine income eligibility. If you are not sure how to complete the College Board EFC Calculator to determine income eligibility, then refer to the EFC Calculator Step-by-Step Guide or Video made specifically for purposes of applying to KC Scholars.
• Is KC Scholars hosting any application information workshops? YES – all outreach will be conducted virtually! Check the dates and platforms on this schedule.
• All items linked above are now uploaded on our website at kcscholars.org and on each scholarship page linked above. Stay tuned – more information will be added as we get closer to the application opening.

5) Students and parents should check PowerSchool regularly, especially seniors, if their grades are low, and most especially if the course is one required for graduation.

6) Senior parents and students: many college scholarship deadlines are December 1st.  Often the college scholarships are tied to the applications for admissions, so be advised.

2021-2022 ENROLLMENT PROCESS CHANGES
SPX Enrollment Process* Simplified!  Begins NOW

We value our families, and your time!  In order to make the enrollment process more efficient and convenient for families we are implementing automatic enrollment for students each year.

Enrollment Checklist for Current SPX Families

❏ Complete the NEW online Tuition Contract and pay the enrollment fee of $325.00 by December 15, 2020. The Tuition Contract is available spxkc.org/tuition-contract-2021-2022

❏ Families interested in financial aid must apply no later than December 15, 2020. To begin the process go to https://online.factsmgt.com/signin/434Q3

❏ Annual Demographic Update

❏ Log on to your PowerSchool Account

❏ Click on PowerSchool Registration icon located on the lower left corner

❏ Click on Student Information then review/update all demographics. Click SUBMIT to 

     finalize this portion of the enrollment.

❏ Your student will enroll for next year’s classes during the school day in the Spring.

HELP WANTED

Know someone looking for a seasonal job?
College students coming home and need some extra cash?
Kansas City Steak is now hiring for immediate, full-time warehouse positions for the holiday season. MUST BE 18 YEARS OR OLDER.  Earn $15+/hour and be eligible for $200 weekly attendance bonuses. No experience necessary!  Apply today at https://bit.ly/32tk59c

Looking Ahead
11/25-29--Thanksgiving Break
12/8--Immaculate Conception--Mass Schedule
12/11--Regular MTF Schedule
12/12--High School Placement Test
12/13--Lessons and Carols @ St. Patrick Church, 4:30 pm
12/16-18--Semester Finals
12/19-1/3--Christmas Break
1/4--Staff Retreat
1/5--First Day of second semester

November 22, 2020
A special MEC Announcement
Midland Empire Conference
Fan Guidelines
Winter 2020-21

In an effort to provide the opportunity for students to participate in activities and
create the safest environment for our students and their families, the MEC Board
of Control has implemented the following guidelines for attendance at activities at
member schools for the Winter activities season:
 Attendance will be limited to 2 family members per participant. Both home
and visiting schools will have a pass list for each participant at the gate.
Individual students will not be admitted unless they are family members on
the pass list.
 Fans (including any family members that are students) will be expected to
sit with their families and maintain social distancing from other fans. There
will be no student section.
 Face coverings will be required at all events for anyone not actively
participating in the contest. This includes coaches and players on the
bench.
 Wrestling tournaments will not have spectators due to space limitations
with multiple teams. Non-tournaments will follow regular guidelines.
 Dance teams will be allowed to perform and attend home events and up to
2 family members will be admitted as well. Dance teams and spectators
should only attend during performances and exit after the performance.
There will be no pep band.
 Cheerleaders will be allowed at home events and will be allowed 2 family
members per participant.

The goal of the MEC Board of Control is to take as many precautions as possible
to provide these opportunities for our students. Additionally, it is the goal of the
Board of Control to create an opportunity for families to attend these events in
person. These guidelines are subject to modification based upon directives and
recommendations from health care professionals. Your cooperation is
appreciated.

November 19, 2020
A SPECIAL MESSAGE FROM MR. MONACHINO:

A special voicemail message was sent to all families and staff last Sunday evening at 6:30pm. If you did not receive this call please notify the office ASAP.  

SPX Families -

First of all, I want to say THANK YOU for partnering with us during this unprecedented semester at St. Pius X. Overall, our first 12 weeks have exceeded our expectations on many levels. I’m proud of our students for their adaptability as well as their cooperation with new rules and procedures. I’m grateful to our teachers and staff for their dedication and ingenuity. I feel so blessed we have been able to stay in person thus far.

As we enter into the holiday season, I want to remind all of our families and students of a few things. 

• The daily symptom and temperature log remains vitally important. Please continue to take this seriously and complete it each day before heading to school. 
• I understand that you may be attending family gatherings.  Upon returning from these breaks, please do not hesitate to keep your child home from school if they have any type of symptom as you have since we began in August.  We will help them keep up with their school work. I believe if we all continue to work together, we will be able to remain safe in school and in person. Just contact the office to let us know your child is home.  
• A SPX properly worn uniform mask is required each day at school and it is a part of our dress code. Beginning tomorrow, any student without a uniform mask will receive a detention and need to purchase one in the Armoury before going to class. If they do not have money on their Armoury account, the student will be asked to call their parents to deposit funds.

Given the current COVID numbers in our area, the KCMO Health Department’s and CDC recommendations remain the same and we will continue to adhere to those recommendations.  I know that some schools are looking at closing for some time between the Thanksgiving and Christmas breaks, our plan is to continue offering both face-to-face when possible and synchronous learning when necessary.    

Thanks again for all you do to help us keep our community safe and school in session!  Have a blessed Thanksgiving and know you are in our prayers.

Mr. Monachino

2021-2022 ENROLLMENT PROCESS CHANGES
SPX Enrollment Process* Simplified!  Begins NOW
We value our families, and your time!  In order to make the enrollment process more efficient and convenient for families we are implementing automatic enrollment for students each year.

• Families will no longer be required to fill out a tuition contract each year as a part of the enrollment process. After you complete a NEW tution contract for the upcoming year, it will remain in force until the end of  your student's Senior Year.
• Each year families will automatically be billed an enrollment fee in December. The enrollment fee is due in February. If you wish to withdraw your child for the following year, you must opt out of the automatic enrollment fee by December 15th. If you have not opted out by December 15th, and your child does not return you will be responsible for the enrollment fee.

Planning for next year is underway and we are encouraging all families to enroll by December 15th, to ensure their student’s enrollment for the 2021-2022 school year. To begin the enrollment process click here to complete the NEW tuition contract and submit the $325 enrollment fee. 

*This is a change in the enrollment process; it does not lock in the enrollment fee or tuition amount.

Enrollment Checklist for Current SPX Families
❏ Complete the NEW online Tuition Contract and pay the enrollment fee of $325.00 by December 15, 2020. The Tuition Contract is available spxkc.org/tuition-contract-2021-2022
❏ Families interested in financial aid must apply no later than December 15, 2020. To begin the process go to https://online.factsmgt.com/signin/434Q3
❏ Annual Demographic Update

❏ Log on to your PowerSchool Account

❏ Click on PowerSchool Registration icon located on the lower left corner

❏ Click on Student Information then review/update all demographics. Click SUBMIT to 

     finalize this portion of the enrollment.

❏ Your student will enroll for next year’s classes during the school day in the Spring.

HOLIDAY STORE (including uniform approved masks!)

 

Doing some holiday shopping?  We have the perfect opportunity to get a few SPX items for under the tree or in that stocking!  The pics above are a small sampling of what is available!  Need to restock the SPX masks for second semester?  Order now--ONLINE STORE CLOSES AT MIDNIGHT 11.29.2020. 
https://spxholidayapparel2020.itemorder.com/

CAMPUS MINISTRY/TRIBE:

      
Our November Service Project is a Food Drive for Bishop Sullivan. We continue to collect the Food items and Toiletries until November 24th. When you bring in your donations, please make sure to check in or have your name on your donation to help your Tribe out! Check out the Tribe Challenges to see how you can be a Good Samaritan and help Bishop Sullivan Center.

PRAYER REQUESTS
Did you know you can ask for prayers-for yourself, your family, whatever is on your heart?  Submit your prayer request HERE.

TRIBE
SWEATPANTS
Because of a delay from the manufacturer, some of the sweatpants have arrived and some have not. We are so grateful for your patience as the company we ordered from gets them in and to us as quickly as they are able. We are notifying your student when they arrive and are available for pick up from the Armoury. According to the latest news from Champion, some will arrive as late as the 23rd, thank you again for your patience. 

SERVICE HOUR OPPORTUNITY:
40 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!  Angels Attic Thrift store located at 6970 N Broadway is in desperate need of volunteers who can give 2 hours a month or 2 hours a week or more as a volunteer. 90% of all profits go to help Catholic schools in the Northland. Please call Jaci at 816-820-9797 or Jaci.blinzler@gmail.com to schedule your time. 

CELEBRATING OUR WARRIORS:

Congratulations to our Warriors who defeated Lafayette County by a score of 21-0 - the Missouri Class 2A District Champs!  We host Butler this Friday night in the State Quarterfinals.  

Senior David Deters broke the Single Season Receiving Yards record during Friday nights’ District Championship game.  The previous record of 773 yards was set in 2001 and held by Eric Guetterman.  David broke the 19 year record in the opening minutes of the game and the new record stands at 792 yards. 

Senior Anthony Ross was named the HyVee Athlete of the Week. He was featured on channel 41 @ 10pm Wednesday night--Congratulations Anthony! 

GAME NOTES:  

• LIVESTREAM LINK (WILL ALSO BE AVAILABLE ON THE SPX WEBPAGE ON FRIDAY AFTERNOON)  Featuring our favorites--Brett Sharp on the play by play and Dave Mosh with the Color Commentary. 
• In accordance with MSHSAA rules, since this is a State Playoff game the livestream must be run through MSHSAA.tv and they require a $10 pay per view fee.

NO PASSES CAN BE USED FOR THIS WEEKEND’S GAME. BECAUSE IT IS A MSHSA EVENT WE CANNOT HONOR BOOSTER CLUB PASSES.  YOU MUST HAVE A TICKET TO ENTER.

Hustle Award! Congratulations to Anthony Ross and Jack Mosh for earning the “Hustle Award” this past week! Way to go Warriors!

 

 
Cross Country
STATE:
Congrats to our cross country Warriors who ran at state!  Our ladies finished 10th in the state and individually they did an amazing job finishing very well!  Ford finished 27th,  Anna 70th,  Maeve 79th,  Gretchen 113th,  Courtney 123rd and Olivia 127th!  Our guys had a great race, qualifying as a team for the first time in several  years! Way to go Richard who finished 71st, Austin 117th and Daniel 160th. We are so proud of you!

Volleyball
Congrats to our Lady Warrior volleyball team on their recent District Championship title! We are very proud of you!

COVID:

• St. Pius X High School was notified yesterday evening that a student who was last at school on November 17th, tested positive for COVID-19. Because all students are 6 feet apart in every classroom, we do not have to quarantine because of classroom exposure.  We did have to quarantine a group of students because of after class, extra curricular exposure.  St. Pius X contacted the Kansas City Health Department about this situation and we will continue to work closely with our health officials to keep the St. Pius X community safe and informed. In this situation and future situations, we will follow the protocols and guidance of local health officials. 

• If you feel you have been exposed to someone who is COVID positive, if you are experiencing any COVID symptoms please STAY HOME.  If you are getting tested we imagine you will fit into one or both of the categories above, also please STAY HOME. If you stay home please call or email the office immediately.  
• We understand there are other ailments out there other than COVID, we ask that if your student is feeling under the weather but symptoms are not COVID symptoms please stay home until they are at least 24 hours symptom free with no medicine. 

REMOTE LEARNING:

• If your child is learning from home and has any issues being let into a zoom meeting, can’t hear or see please ask them to call Mrs. Bohr right away.  She can help get them into class!  Please do not wait several minutes or not get in at all. Call 816.453.3450. 

TRAVEL FORM:
If you and your family will be traveling out of state please remember to complete the form below and send to SPX 72 hours prior to departure.  This will help us determine any possible quarantine requirements upon your return. Thank you for helping to keep our community safe. You can find the form HERE.

THE ST. PIUS POST:
We are excited to announce that TODAY, the “newsest” club at SPX, The Pius Post, is releasing its premiere issue!! The student newspaper staff will distribute them by family room during seminar. There will also be a few extra copies for your enjoyment! If your student is a gifted writer/photographer/graphic designer or someone who might be looking for a new way to get involved at SPX, please have them contact Ms. Quinn.
AVAILABLE ONLINE TOO!!  Click HERE!

FROM THE CAFETERIA:
From the Cafeteria - Effective Monday, November, 9th, 2020, any student with a lunch balance of $-20.00 or more will have PowerSchool blocked until the balance has been paid.  Please check your balance daily.  Any questions, please see Mrs. Witherow.
To add $ to your cafeteria account:  https://spxkc.org/cafeteria-deposits

MURPH’S MOMENT:
1) Nov 20th is the ACT registration deadline for the December 12th test. 
2) Service hour reminders for all students, especially seniors who still need 45 hours toward graduation to have transcripts sent.
3) Hibernians scholarship deadline is Nov 30th.  Entries are due November 30th and application and additional background information is available at www.aohkcmo.org at the “scholarship” tab fifth link on the banner.
4) Junior and Freshman Parents:  The info below regards the KC Scholars that you should check out.  Every freshman and every junior parent(s) should see if they qualify for its application.  

•  I am spreading the word to students, families.  For digital copies of flyers, presentation slides, and more:
  • Traditional Scholarship – 11^th Graders
  • College Savings Match – 9^th Graders – Learn more about the updates to the College Savings Match Program. New in 2021: up to 250 9^th graders selected for the Match program.
  • Adult Learners
• What can you do now to help prepare for the application openingJanuary 1^st? What are the personal statement prompts for 2021? Use this Application Prep List to learn more.
• New in 2021 - KC Scholars is using the College Board EFC Calculator to determine income eligibility. If you are not sure how to complete the College Board EFC Calculator to determine income eligibility, then refer to the EFC Calculator Step-by-Step Guide or Video made specifically for purposes of applying to KC Scholars.
• Is KC Scholars hosting any application information workshops? YES – all outreach will be conducted virtually! Check the dates and platforms on this schedule.
• All items linked above are now uploaded on our website at kcscholars.org and on each scholarship page linked above. Stay tuned – more information will be added as we get closer to the application opening.

5) Students and parents should check PowerSchool regularly, especially seniors, if their grades are low, and most especially if the course is one required for graduation.
6) Senior parents and students: many college scholarship deadlines are December 1st.  Often the college scholarships are tied to the applications for admissions, so be advised.

YEARBOOK
2020-2021 YEARBOOK ORDERING IS OPEN NOW! Please see past newsletters for ordering information. https://spxkc.org/newsletter

November 12, 2020
TRIBE:

Please join in our food drive -- make a difference today!
https://vimeo.com/193398746

CELEBRATING OUR WARRIORS:
National Signing Day 11.11.2020

Congratulations to our student athletes who have committed to play in college! These colleges are luck to have our Warriors joining their ranks!
Maisie Markowitz - William Jewell - Tennis 
Noelle DeFabio - Lindenwood - Swim 
Luke Feucht - Rockhurst - Baseball

2020-2021 National Honor Society Honorees

Please join us in congratulating our new 2020 St. Pius X National Honor Society Inductees.  
Adanna Anikwe 
Uchenna Anikwe
Nnamdi Anyanike
Isabella Calcara
Gabe Elliot
Megan Giffin
Joanne Lim
Maggie Marshall
Madison Melton
Holly Modlin
Natalie Pitluck
Isabella Rodriguez
Maria Wendel

Congratulations to our Football Warriors as they defeated Brookfield this past weekend for the first stage of the District Championship!  Now onto our game this Friday vs. Lafayette County--Roll Warriors!!
GAME NOTES:  

• LIVESTREAM LINK (WILL ALSO BE AVAILABLE ON THE SPX WEBPAGE ON FRIDAY AFTERNOON)  Featuring our favorites--Brett Sharp on the play by play and Dave Mosh with the Color Commentary. 

MSHSAA TV 

• In accordance with MSHSAA rules, since this is a State Playoff game the livestream must be run through MSHSAA.tv and they require a $10 pay per view fee.
• NO PASSES CAN BE USED FOR THIS WEEKEND’S GAME. BECAUSE IT IS A MSHSA EVENT WE CANNOT HONOR BOOSTER CLUB PASSES.  YOU MUST HAVE A TICKET TO ENTER.

Congratulations to senior Nnamdi Anyanike for being SPX's Heisman High School Scholarship nominee as announced this past week.

COVID:

• If you feel you have been exposed to someone who is COVID positive, if you are experiencing any COVID symptoms please STAY HOME.  If you are getting tested we imagine you will fit into one or both of the categories above, also please STAY HOME. If you stay home please call or email the office immediately.  
• We understand there are other ailments out there other than COVID, we ask that if your student is feeling under the weather but symptoms are not COVID symptoms please stay home until they are at least 24 hours symptom free with no medicine. 

 

REMOTE LEARNING:

• If your child is learning from home and has any issues being let into a zoom meeting, can’t hear or see please ask them to call Mrs. Bohr right away.  She can help get them into class!  Please do not wait several minutes or not get in at all. Call 816.453.3450. 

 

TRAVEL FORM:
If you and your family will be traveling out of state please remember to complete the form below and send to SPX 72 hours prior to departure.  This will help us determine any possible quarantine requirements upon your return. Thank you for helping to keep our community safe. You can find the form HERE.

THE ST. PIUS POST:
We are excited to announce that TODAY, the “newsest” club at SPX, The Pius Post, is releasing its premiere issue!! The student newspaper staff will distribute them by family room during seminar. There will also be a few extra copies for your enjoyment! If your student is a gifted writer/photographer/graphic designer or someone who might be looking for a new way to get involved at SPX, please have them contact Ms. Quinn. AVAILABLE ONLINE TOO!!  Click HERE!

CAMPUS MINISTRY:

Restore: A Night of Adoration is November 17th at 7:00 in the SPX Main Gym. Join us for a night of adoration, Praise and Worship, confessions, student witness and time spent with Our Lord. For more information, check out the Campus Ministry Website.

FINE ARTS:

Please watch for the livestream link soon!  The show will also be saved to our YouTube channel for future viewing.

NEBA CAREER FAIR:

The Northland Education Business Alliance (NEBA) is hosting a Virtual Career Expo to highlight career opportunities and local industry experts from right here in Kansas City. They have nearly 50 industry guest speakers lined up to do panel discussions in 24 different sessions throughout the school day on Wednesday, November 18^th.   They have a wide variety of careers represented as well as time frames available. It is a great opportunity for our students to learn more about a career path they may be interested in. Please see the flyer and review it with your child(ren). 

• If they wish to attend any of the sessions, they may be excused from class to attend (much like a college recruiter meeting).
• They need to sign up for the session via the link on the flyer and contact Mr. Murphy at least 24 hours prior to the meeting.

FROM THE CAFETERIA:
From the Cafeteria - Effective Monday, November, 9th, 2020, any student with a lunch balance of $-20.00 or more will have PowerSchool blocked until the balance has been paid.  Please check your balance daily.  Any questions, please see Mrs. Witherow.
To add $ to your cafeteria account:  https://spxkc.org/cafeteria-deposits

2021-2022 ENROLLMENT PROCESS CHANGES
2021-2022 SPX ENROLLMENT BEGINS NOW
SPX Enrollment Process* Simplified!

We value our families, and your time!  In order to make the enrollment process more efficient and convenient for families we are implementing automatic enrollment for students each year.

• Families will no longer be required to fill out a tuition contract each year as a part of the enrollment process. After you complete a NEW tution contract for the upcoming year, it will remain in force until the end of  your student's Senior Year.
• Each year families will automatically be billed an enrollment fee in December. The enrollment fee is due in February. If you wish to withdraw your child for the following year, you must opt out of the automatic enrollment fee by December 15th. If you have not opted out by December 15th, and your child does not return you will be responsible for the enrollment fee.

Planning for next year is underway and we are encouraging all families to enroll by December 15th, to ensure their student’s enrollment for the 2021-2022 school year. To begin the enrollment process click here to complete the NEW tuition contract and submit the $325 enrollment fee. 
*This is a change in the enrollment process; it does not lock in the enrollment fee or tuition amount.

Enrollment Checklist for Current SPX Families

❏ Complete the NEW online Tuition Contract and pay the enrollment fee of $325.00 by December 15, 2020. The Tuition Contract is available spxkc.org/tuition-contract-2021-2022

❏ Families interested in financial aid must apply no later than December 15, 2020. To begin the process go to https://online.factsmgt.com/signin/434Q3

❏ Annual Demographic Update

❏ Log on to your PowerSchool Account

❏ Click on PowerSchool Registration icon located on the lower left corner

❏ Click on Student Information then review/update all demographics. Click SUBMIT to 

     finalize this portion of the enrollment.

❏ Your student will enroll for next year’s classes during the school day in the Spring.

MURPH’S MOMENT:
1) Service Hour reminder for all families:  It is highly recommended that students remain current with service hours for graduation.  15 per year recommended.  60 hrs total at approved organizations and agencies.  See the "Faith and Service" tab on the SPX main page.  Service hour sheets are to be turned in within 2 weeks of completion.  This is the student's responsibility.  Turning in the sheets months after the fact is not acceptance.   Seniors must have 45 hours toward graduation to have transcripts sent to their respective schools.  The student can still apply, however.
2) Transfer students:  15 per year (that would mean 45 for sophomores, 30 for juniors, 15 for seniors).
3) Boys State for Junior Boys:   This is a terrific opportunity for boys entering their senior year who are interested in improving leadership skills and possibly having an interest in law or a gov't related field.  Check out this LINK Boys State  Application is in the upper right corner; after application, an interview will be done via ZOOM.  There is not much turnaround for these applications, given that Mr Murphy was only notified Nov 11.  Call him if you have further questions.  June 12-19 at Univ of Central Missouri.
4) Practice ACT results from the October testing have been returned to the students; it is a thorough report that reveals areas of strength and areas needing improvement.  Virtual students were able to access the results immediately after completing the testing.
5) December ACT Testing Registration Deadline:   November 20th.

ACADEMIC LETTERS 2019-2020:
Our apologies we unintentionally omitted the following students from the list of Academic Letter Earners from 2019-2020.  Our apologies!  Congratulations to Frances Shields and Delaney Shields!

TRIBE SWEATPANTS:  
Because of a delay from the manufacturer, some of the sweatpants have arrived and some have not. We are so grateful for your patience as the company we ordered from gets them in and to us as quickly as they are able. We are notifying your student when they arrive and are available for pick up from the Armoury. According to the latest news from Champion, some will arrive as late as the 23rd, thank you again for your patience. 

YEARBOOK
2020-2021 YEARBOOK ORDERING IS OPEN NOW! Please see past newsletters for ordering information. https://spxkc.org/newsletter

BOOSTER CLUB:
The Mouse Races have been postponed. 


November 6, 2020

November 5, 2020
Happy Thursday friends! Check out what's up at school!
WEEKLY WARRIOR NEWS
CELEBRATING OUR WARRIORS:

Congratulations on the district championship and good luck to our cross country boys and girls as they run TODAY!  Run fast Warriors! We’ll be cheering you on from KC!  https://spxkc.org/cross-country


Congrats to our SPX team who took 3rd at the Western Central Conference. Jonathan Hardesty too 1st in the 50 Free.  Johnny Woodruff took 1st in both the 200 Free and 500 Free.  Charlie Dickman took 3rd in the 100 Fly.  Zach Maruco took 3rd in the 100 back.  The 200 Free Relay of Jonathan Hardesty, Bernie Devine, Zach Maruco, Johnny Woodruff took 3rd.  We’re celebrating our senior--Steven Pham! 

Congratulations to our Ladies Softball players who were named Conference team this year:  Honorable mention goes to Angelina Conroy, Ella McNeil, Macy Wilderson and Izzy Modeer. Congratulations ladies!


Good luck to our Football Warriors as they face Brookfield this weekend for the District Championship!  
GAME NOTES:  

 

• LIVESTREAM LINK (WILL ALSO BE AVAILABLE ON THE SPX WEBPAGE ON FRIDAY AFTERNOON)  https://mshsaa.tv/?S=StPiusXWarriors
• PLEASE NOTE NO PASSES CAN BE USED FOR THIS WEEKEND’S GAME. BECAUSE IT IS A MSHSA EVENT WE CANNOT HONOR BOOSTER CLUB PASSES.  YOU MUST HAVE A TICKET TO ENTER.

District Bracket: https://www.mshsaa.org/Activities/DistrictTournaments.aspx?alg=19&class=2&district=8&year=2020
 

SOCCER
Good luck to our soccer team as they face Brookfield tonight! Go Warriors!
 
Recognition of the Academic Letter winners from 2019 & 2020.
As we near the midpoint of a very successful navigation of an extremely difficult year, A long overdue recognition of those who worked diligently last year to achieve the status of Academic Letterman is to be held this Friday, 10/30/20.
Due the COVID and eventual online learning that occurred last spring, we were unable to have a public recognition ceremony for our students who earned a 3.5 GPA and above from the Fall of 2019.  In turn, several students, especially this year’s Junior & Sophomores will be recognized starting tomorrow/after Mass and during lunch. All names will be posted tomorrow.
Please help us let our students know how much we appreciate their efforts and academic Excellence and encourage them to continue to strive for excellence in learning and being a positive example for our St. Pius X High School.
Note: 1) Because of the online learning from last spring, only students who achieved a 3.5 and above from the fall of 2019.  In order to be able to recognize the freshmen from 2019-2020, we are counting the fall semester for freshmen Academic Letters this year only.  In future recognition, we will adhere to the Student Handbook per freshmen recognition. 
See  https://d2y1pz2y630308.cloudfront.net/2655/documents/2020/10/2020-2021%20Student%20Handbook%20Draft%20.pdf
2) Students who have not yet received a physical Academic Letter  (Gold Letter) may pick them up at lunch from Mr. Lee.
3) Students who have already lettered will be given a certificate during lunch during next week.

Blessed by all the efforts of our wonderful students!
Peace of Christ
Mr. Lee
 
FUTURE WARRIORS:
Happy Halloween!!


FROM THE CAFETERIA:
From the Cafeteria - Effective Monday, November, 9th, 2020, any student with a lunch balance of $-20.00 or more will have PowerSchool blocked until the balance has been paid.  Please check your balance daily.  Any questions, please see Mrs. Witherow.
To add $ to your cafeteria account:  https://spxkc.org/cafeteria-deposits

SPOOKY SCIENCE EXPERIMENTS:
Our very creative science department engaged our students in some “spooky” projects this past week in honor of Halloween.  Here are some highlights!

AP Environmental Science: Cemetery Species Richness

  
Chemistry: Puking Pumpkins and Lab Gummies


ACCP Biology: Forensic Blood Spatter Analysis


Zoology: Spooky Species Presentations

SCHOOL CANCELLATION/SNOW DAY COMMUNICATION
We use an automated system to communicate School Closings to you. For snow days, the call will be launched between 5:30 - 6:30 a.m., or the night before if we know ahead of time.  All parent phone numbers that are in PowerSchool are the ones utilized for this call. If your cell number changes, please log into the parent portal in PowerSchool and update there in order to receive these calls. We will also post messages on our Social Media and Website. 

2021-2022 ENROLLMENT PROCESS CHANGES AHEAD
Warrior families please watch for upcoming enrollment process/payment changes in the next couple of weeks. MUCH more coming SOON. Thank you for your patience and support.

COVID:

• If you feel you have been exposed to someone who is COVID positive, if you are experiencing any COVID symptoms please STAY HOME.  If you are getting tested we imagine you will fit into one or both of the categories above, also please STAY HOME. If you stay home please call or email the office immediately.  
• We understand there are other ailments out there other than COVID, we ask that if your student is feeling under the weather but symptoms are not COVID symptoms please stay home until they are at least 24 hours symptom free with no medicine. 

Travel Form:
If you and your family will be traveling out of state please remember to complete the form below and send to SPX 72 hours prior to departure.  This will help us determine any possible quarantine requirements upon your return. Thank you for helping to keep our community safe. You can find the form HERE.


TRIBE:
Please join in our food drive beginning MONDAY!  Watch for more info from your tribe!


SERVICE
Just a quick reminder from our Student Handbook regarding Service Hours:
Because we want our students to develop a sense of civic responsibility, the majority of service should be done in the community, for approved agencies. All service hours need to be properly documented for credit towards graduation.  A supervisor—not the student—from where he/she is volunteering, must complete a service hour form.  These forms are available on our website: www.spxkc.org. Students are responsible for getting them to the agencies.  If a student is performing multiple hours over several days at the same agency, only 1 service hour form should be completed.  This will make record keeping easier for everyone and assure that service is appropriately documented.  

Once the forms are completed, they need to be turned in to the front office within two weeks of performing the service.  Students are required to remain current regarding service hours (7.5 hours/semester) for transcripts to be sent to any school. 

Need a SERVICE HOUR FORM? Click HERE.

Attendance--Appointments:
If you leave for a doctor or dentist appointment you MUST bring a note back from the appointment in order for it to be an excused absence. If you do not bring a note back it will be entered as AB not DOC into your attendance record. If you forget you can ask the doctor’s office to send via email or fax anytime the day of the appointment.  Thank you!

CHROMEBOOKS:
If you checked out a Chromebook for home use and are finished with it please return it to Mrs. Bohr asap. If you are still using it please email her and let her know when you plan to turn it back in. Thank you! 

MURPHS MOMENT:

• Registration is now open for the December ACT.  Deadline is Nov 20th.
• A reminder to let Mr Murphy know if you are interested in an ACT prep class for this December test, starting Nov 14th, and going each Saturday from 10-12:30 or 10:30 to 1:00pm.  Fee is $65.
• Hibernians Scholarship:  All students are eligible to apply for this.  Entry deadline is Monday, November 30th.  Here is the link to the application form and criteria:   Hibernians Scholarship
• Seniors    1) should have at least one application submitted by now; 2) Seniors behind in service hours should visit the Service Opportunities link and prioritize this.  3) FAFSA opened October 1st.  FAFSA

CAMPUS MINISTRY:

YEARBOOK
2020-2021 YEARBOOK ORDERING IS OPEN NOW! Please see past newsletters for ordering information. https://spxkc.org/newsletter

BOOSTER CLUB:
https://d2y1pz2y630308.cloudfront.net/2655/documents/2020/10/Mouse%20Races.pdf