Summer 2022 Newsletters
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August 18, 2022WELCOME BACK WARRIORS! We are so happy to see you all back in the building! We hope you all have had a fantastic first week! The Feast of St. Pius is Sunday 8/21 and, in honor of our Patron, we will be celebrating Mass with the Bishop when we return on Monday 8/22. Have a wonderful weekend!
Please see below for instructions on how to log in to your NEW FACTS account. This is where you can access your child’s schedule/grades/etc.
Website: www.factsmgt.com
Our district code is STPX-MO.
Please plan to join us for BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT Monday August 22. The night will begin at 6:00pm in the Main Gym. This will be an opportunity to meet your child’s teachers and walk your child’s schedule. We hope to see you there!
Back to School Night for all Parents August 22nd- August 22, 2022 6:00pm
- Please join us to hear from the administration and meet your child’s teachers!
College Fair at Rockhurst High School.
- September 8th, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
SPX Gala October 22nd
We hope you will join us at the Inaugural St. Pius X Warrior Gala this October! Proceeds benefit the St. Pius X Scholarship Fund, keeping the best in Catholic Education affordable for all.
For tickets and additional information - http://spxkc.org/warriorgala
To volunteer on one of several committees and help us get ready for the the upcoming Warrior Gala on October 22nd, sign up today! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A084CABAB2CA57-warrior2
22/23 ACT Testing Dates
Seniors - Ms. Callahan will meet with each of you during the first couple of weeks of school to assist with the college application process and everything that goes along with it.. Please email Ms. Callahan for any transcript requests.
Juniors and Seniors - Mark your calendar -
Please welcome Kansas City Catholic College Week to St. Pius X High School on Thursday Sept 8 between 10:30am -11:05am. Below is a list of all participating colleges and universities.
School
Avila University
Benedictine College
Briar Cliff University
Catholic University of America
College of Saint Mary
Creighton University
DePaul University
Divine Word College
Donnelly College
Fontbonne University
Loyola University Chicago
Loyola University New Orleans
Loyola Marymount University
Marquette University
Mount Marty University
Newman University
Quincy University
Regis University
Rockhurst University
Saint Louis University
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
Salve Regina University
Seton Hall
University of Dallas
University of Saint Mary
University of San Diego
Xavier University
Please join us for the next Parent’s Association Meeting on Wednesday, September 14, 2022 at 5:30 pm in the SPX conference room. All parents are welcome and encouraged to attend!The SPX Parent Association hosts several events throughout the year that could use parent support in the form of hospitality. If you are interested in helping at any events this year, please email Jennifer Davis at JenQDavis@gmail.com or text/call 816-804-9084
- Quick Links:
- Lunch deposits can be done from the SPX website under the ONLINE PAYMENTS LINK (on the top right of the home page). Please email mwitherow@spxkc.org if you have any questions
Please email Mrs. Malony attendance specifics (out sick, upcoming appointments, out of town etc.) each day at emalony@spxkc.org. Please have your student email their teachers for work they will miss if they are out. Teachers are able to respond directly to your student with information specific to their class.
Service Hour Website - HERE.
Service Hour Opportunities - https://spxkc.org/service-opportunities- Flowers for the Chapel & Mass Intentions: donate to decorate the chapel or have a Mass said in honor or a loved one.
- Prayer Chain: pray for the intercession of St. Pius X for protection and growth of school daily
- UPDATED DAILY MASS: Join Father each Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday (unless there is an all school mass that day) for mass at SPX.
08/21/22 - Feast of St. Pius
08/22/22 - Back to School Night
09/14/22- Booster Club Meeting- 2022/2023 School Year Calendar- https://files.ecatholic.com/2655/documents/2022/5/calendar-converted.pdf
- SPX STUDENT HANDBOOK - Click HERE to view 22/23 student handbook.
- SPX Website
- MY SPX
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spxkc/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spxkc/
- Twitter: @stpiusxkc
- Daily Bell Schedule - Daily Bell Schedule,
Smugmug links:
https://spxkc.smugmug.com/upload/tH2j7M/AcademicTeam
https://spxkc.smugmug.com/upload/4zMJ27/CampusMinistry
https://spxkc.smugmug.com/upload/4Qk9jx/Cheer
https://spxkc.smugmug.com/upload/gkwxPk/CrossCountry
https://spxkc.smugmug.com/upload/gtxSdw/DanceTram
https://spxkc.smugmug.com/upload/gkw4HS/Drama
https://spxkc.smugmug.com/upload/PcLQGZ/Football
https://spxkc.smugmug.com/upload/PTb6Kk/GirlsGolf
https://spxkc.smugmug.com/upload/NVSf7B/PepClub
https://spxkc.smugmug.com/upload/WLKQ9Q/BoysSoccer
https://spxkc.smugmug.com/upload/9qwphm/Softball
https://spxkc.smugmug.com/upload/drwQWG/StudentAmbassadors
https://spxkc.smugmug.com/upload/jNKzQm/GirlsTennis
https://spxkc.smugmug.com/upload/cDMhZJ/BoysTennis
https://spxkc.smugmug.com/upload/TBjWPP/VolleyballHELP WANTED
St. Pius is in critical need of bus drivers.
- School bus driver position provides transportation to and from extracurricular activities for SPX and other Catholic schools in the area.
- Driver must be minimum 25 years of age
- Must have, or be willing to get, a Missouri Class B Commercial Drivers License with School Bus and Passenger endorsements
- Training can be provided
- Annual or Semi-Annual DOT physicals and drug testing as required by law
- Must complete the Diocesan Virtus training and stay consistent with required annual training
- Must pass background check
- Hours vary by demand, but are flexible
If you or someone you know is interested in driving a bus for SPX or would like additional information, please contact Mark at Mhidy@spxkc.org.
Get Your SPX Uniforms/Gear
SPX is having an online Spirit Wear Sale to kick off the school year! Order now to stock up for spirit wear days in your student's grade school, fall sports and more. Plenty of youth options available! The sale is open until 8.28.2022! https://spxschoolspiritwear.itemorder.com/shop/home/
We still have several students who have not provided state compliant vaccination records. In order to begin classes in August, a state compliant immunization record or dioscean approved exemption form signed by your pastor must be provided to the front office. Updated records can be emailed to emalony@spxkc.org or faxed to 816-452-7099. Thank you!June 30, 2022
Happy Independence Day Warriors! The front office will be closed on Monday, July 4th and Tuesday, July 5th in observance. We hope you all have a safe, fun-filled weekend and enjoy the rest of your summer break! We look forward to seeing you back in August!
Summer Office Schedule
SPX Student Handbook
Click HERE to view the updated student handbook for the 2022-2023 school year.
Summer Reading Requirements
https://files.ecatholic.com/2655/documents/2022/6/Summer%20Reading.pdf
2022-2023 School Supply List
https://files.ecatholic.com/2655/documents/2022/6/SPX%202022-2023%20School%20Supply%20List%201.pdf
Used Uniform Donations
If you have gently used uniforms that you would like to donate, we would be happy to take them off of your hands. Feel free to drop them off at the school office during any of our scheduled hours listed above. Thank you for your donations!
If you are in need of any used uniforms, they will be available July 11th-14th from 8am-1:30pm in the Commons. Feel free to take any items you can use. If you are in need of NEW uniform apparel, the SPX Armoury will be open from 9am-12pm and from 4pm-6pm on Wednesday July 13th.Mark your calendars!
SPX Parent Back to School Night
August 22, 2022 6:00pm
Please join us to hear from the administration and meet your child’s teachers!CELEBRATING OUR WARRIORS
Help Wanted
St. Pius is in critical need of bus drivers.
- School bus driver position provides transportation to and from extracurricular activities for SPX and other Catholic schools in the area.
- Driver must be minimum 25 years of age
- Must have, or be willing to get, a Missouri Class B Commercial Drivers License with School Bus and Passenger endorsements
- Training can be provided
- Annual or Semi-Annual DOT physicals and drug testing as required by law
- Must complete the Diocesan Virtus training and stay consistent with required annual training
- Must pass background check
- Hours vary by demand, but are flexible
If you or someone you know is interested in driving a bus for SPX or would like additional information, please contact Mark at Mhidy@spxkc.org.
Job Opportunity
St. Therese Catholic School is searching for a quality child care aide to help care for students ranging in age from 6 to 12 years old in our Viking Voyagers program. This person will be caring, patient, responsible and able to manage a group of children without direct supervision of the program director. Must be a team player, work well with others and be flexible and able to adjust to changing schedules on a daily basis. Seasonal (summer) Full time and continuous part time positions available. Viking Voyagers is open 5 days a week from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM through the summer and on days the school is not in session during the school year. It is open 6:30-7:30 AM and 3:15-6:00 PM during the school year. Care is provided at St. Therese school as well as on field trips throughout the summer.Position reports to Viking Voyagers Director. Must be 18 years of age or older to apply.All employees must complete safe environment requirements prior to start date, including a background check and Protecting God’s Children certification.
All employees are required to acknowledge/sign the Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (ethics) policy, which can be found at www.kcsjcatholic.org.
Apply by clicking the link below
https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Apply/564181/Available-Positions/Extended-Care-AideHelp Fund Catholic Education for All
Interested in Purchasing Tax Credits to fund Catholic School Scholarships?
Who can Contribute? Individuals, Corporations, S-Corp
How it Works:Regardless of being an Individual or Corporation, you can receive 100% credit for purchased tax credits to be used for 50% of your annual state income tax obligation. You have up to 4 years after the year of purchase to use them.
Example: If you owe $5,000 in Missouri State Income Tax you can use up to $2,500 of purchased Missouri Tax Credit. If you buy $10,000 worth of tax credits, you are set for 50% of your tax obligation for 4 years.
I'm ready to purchase. What should I do?- Go to Brightfuturesfund.org and click on the “reserve your tax credits” link.
- You’ll be directed to fill out the short online form reserving your credits. NOTE: Be sure to select BRIGHT FUTURES FUND as the organization. (You will see a running tally of how many credits we have left)
- Print out the email confirmation you receive and send your donation* to:
Bright Futures Fund
20 W 9th ST
Kansas City, MO 64105
- Bright Futures will acknowledge receipt of your donation. We will then confirm with the state and you will receive your official tax credit certificate in the mail. *Donations must be made via check, ACH transfer, or debit card. Credit Cards cannot be used. If you wish to contribute electronically, go to brightfuturesfund.org and select tax credits under the “Donate here” button and email your tax confirmation to moscholars@diocesekcsj.org. Electric payments must be made by ACH transfer or debit card. Have any questions or need help? Reach out at 816-714-2356 or email moscholars@diocesekcsj.org.
Thank you for helping ensure a Catholic Education for all those who wish to have it!
SPORTS/ACTIVITIES
22-23 Returning Student Athletes - Please log in to your Healthy Roster Account and complete your documents for this year. Physical Exam forms are valid for 2 years unless otherwise noted. ALL other MSHAA forms must be updated and signed annually. The deadline for fall student athletes is July 15, 2022.
22-23 NEW Student Athletes - Parents should have received a Healthy Roster email invitation. Follow the instructions in the email to submit and e-sign all sports physical documents. If you have not received an email, please reach out to Courtney at cwohlwend@spxkc.org. The deadline for fall student athletes is July 15, 2022.
Sports Physicals
St. Pius X High School requires each student-athlete to have MSHSAA sports physicals on file prior to being allowed to participate in a sport. We have a partnership with Healthy Roster as our online health forms platform where everything will be submitted electronically. The physical examination forms are valid for two years from the date the evaluator signs it, unless otherwise noted. All other MSHSAA forms must be updated and signed annually. St. Pius X High School does NOT accept paper copies of these forms. The deadline for fall student athletes is July 15, 2022.
Concussion Protocol
All student-athletes will be required to take a yearly baseline concussion test through Sway Medical in order to have data of a healthy-functioning brain. Medical experts will use this baseline as a comparison in a Post-Injury test to see if all the brain function has returned to normal. All baseline testing through Sway Medical will be conducted by St. Pius X High School sports medicine staff. The cost is $10 per student-athlete. All baseline testing will be scheduled with the head coach and the team will be notified when that testing date will be. For fall sport student-athletes, we will complete testing during the summer prior to the fall season starting. Questions? Please contact Courtney Wohlwend at cwohlwend@spxkc.org
IMPORTANT IMMUNIZATION NEWS
Please check that your student’s immunizations are up to date.
REQUIRED VACCINATION FOR MENINGOCOCCAL (MCV)
*Grade 8-9: One dose of MCV is required. Must be given after 10 years of age.
*Grade 12: Two doses of MCV are required unless the first dose was administered to a student who was 16 years of age or older, in which case only one dose is required. At least one dose must be given after 16 years of age.In order to begin classes in August, a state compliant immunization record or dioscean approved exemption form signed by your pastor must be provided to the front office. Updated records can be emailed to emalony@spxkc.org or faxed to 816-452-7099. Thank you!Please see the statements below from the Diocese of KCSJ and the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops following SCOTUS decision on Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health
While we welcome this week’s good news for the value of human life, it is important to remember that the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision regarding Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health does not put a universal end to abortion. Decisions about access to abortion now reside with our state governments. This Supreme Court decision does not change abortion access in the State of Missouri. The diocese stands ready to meet the increased demand for resources that may result with an renewed focus on alternatives to abortion.The Catholic Church’s opposition to abortion is well-documented and has not wavered. The Catholic Church is also the world’s largest provider of resources to mothers, fathers and families facing unexpected or difficult pregnancies, regardless of their faith tradition, through Catholic Charities’ Child and Family Services, many smaller organizations and parish commitments across the globe. Anyone affected by abortion in our area will still have the same resources available to them regardless of this change in federal law. We also expect new resources and improved access to them will develop in the coming months. [For online statement only: Download a printable list of current resources HERE. ] The Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph will continue its commitment to defend the dignity of every human person and the sanctity of human life from conception to natural death. This includes redoubling our efforts to compassionately accompany mothers and fathers who are facing unplanned or difficult pregnancies, as well as to offer compassion and mercy to those suffering from abortion. Bishop James Johnston, Diocese of Kansas City-St. Josephhttps://www.usccb.org/news/2022/usccb-statement-us-supreme-court-ruling-dobbs-v-jackson
WE NEED YOUR PICS!!
Please remember to upload your wonderful Summer Pics so we are able to recognize our Warriors!
Guatemala https://spxkc.smugmug.com/upload/shmFpH/Guatemala
Track https://spxkc.smugmug.com/upload/DbnvTX/track
Candids https://spxkc.smugmug.com/upload/SGZ9nv/CandidsStudents can officially start working out at Planet Fitness clubs as part of its High School Summer Pass™.Students click >>> HERE to register and enjoy a free summer gym membership at Planet Fitness (Or visit https://www.planetfitness.com/summerpass/). Students can also stop into local Planet Fitness clubs to sign up in person.
CAFETERIA NEWS
- Quick Links:
Please read the following important message from our wonderful cafeteria manager, Marcia Witherow:
St. Pius X High School Cafeteria's goal is to provide delicious food for a great value. By working together as a school community, it can be done!
All parents are welcome to sign up and assist with serving lunch. The times needed vary with the lunch shifts (Monday/Tuesday/Friday, Wednesday Block,Thursday Block) but usually start around 10:45am/11:00am and end by 12:45pm/1:00pm. When a parent volunteers, the parent AND their student(s) eat for free that day! The parent volunteer duties consist of helping serve the lunch, making sandwiches, refilling containers or restocking for the next lunch, etc...
Also, every St. Pius X student can volunteer on their own (we have a sign up at the beginning of every 6 weeks when the lunch schedule changes). When the students volunteer they could be either serving lunch, helping with recycling or refilling coolers, etc. The student then receives their lunch for FREE that day! If your student is on work study, they will also receive credit for working as well.
Volunteering in the cafeteria is a great way to meet other St. Pius X parents, assisting the school community and a chance to say ‘Hi’ to your child! We really enjoy working with the parents and kids so everyone benefits. We have so much fun in the cafeteria that some parents have continued to volunteer even after their students have graduated from SPX.
Please email Marcia Witherow at mwitherow@spxkc.org with any cafeteria questions or Vicki Malott at vmalott@spxkc.org if you would like to be put on the Parent Volunteer schedule next school year. You can volunteer once a month or (every Friday, every other Wednesday, etc...) really whatever your schedule allows would be great.
SERVICE HOURS
We have rolled out the new system to enter and track service hours for students. The process has changed COMPLETELY for your students. THEY now have the primary role in logging their hours. You can find more information HERE.
IMMEDIATE SERVICE HOUR NEEDS- Our Lady Of Mercy Country Home: Looking for volunteers and employees. Contact Carmella 816.781.5711. 2112 Maturana Dr. Liberty MO.
- 90 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Angels Attic Thrift Store located at 6970 N Broadway is in desperate need of volunteers(no experience necessary) 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 contact Krisa Spero at krisap12@yahoo.com.
- Catholic Cemeteries has opportunities in an office setting and on the grounds.
Please email Stephen Reyes for more information at sreyes@cemeterieskcsj.org
If you are interested in volunteering for this opportunity, apply for a position here.
CAMPUS MINISTRY- Flowers for the Chapel & Mass Intentions: donate to decorate the chapel or have a Mass said in honor or a loved one.
- Prayer Chain: pray for the intercession of St. Pius X for protection and growth of school daily
- UPDATED DAILY MASS: Join Father each Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday (unless there is an all school mass that day) for mass at SPX.
COUNSELING NEWS
Summer is the time when teen accidents are the most frequent. This short, 14 page book is full of good information for both parents and students.Teen EBook about Safe Driving
Class of 2023 - This summer is a great time to start preparing for college. I would recommend each of you create an account in Common App this summer. Many of our students use this online college application platform and it is a useful tool. Learn more about applying through the first-year application by following the step-by-step guide below. https://www.commonapp.org/apply/first-time-students2022/2023 School Year Calendar
Click the following link to view the calendar for the 2022/2023 school year.
https://files.ecatholic.com/2655/documents/2022/5/calendar-converted.pdfUPCOMING ACTIVITIES
07/31/22 - 08/07/22 Dead Week
08/08/22 - Fall Sports Begin
08/15/22 - 8/16/22 - Orientation
08/17/22 - First Day of School (Early Dismissal)
8/18/22 – First full day of school
08/21/22 - Feast of St. Pius
08/22/22 - Back to School Night
June 2, 2022Enjoy your summer Warriors! The next newsletter will be sent out the first week of July.
Summer Office Schedule
Used Uniform Donations
If you have gently used uniforms that you would like to donate, we would be happy to take them off of your hands. Feel free to drop them off at the school office during any of our scheduled hours listed above. Thank you for your donations!
If you are in need of any used uniforms, they will be available July 11th-14th from 8am-1:30pm in the Commons. Feel free to take any items you can use.Check out the Northland Catholic Schools Art Display at Zona Rosa!
CELEBRATING OUR WARRIORS
Congratulations to the following Warriors who finished All-State!
FIRE FOUNDATION’S PURSES WITH A PURPOSE
Purses with Purpose is BACK IN PERSON this year supporting inclusive education! We’re super excited to host this year’s Ladies Night Out Fundraiser on June 16th at the Historic Hotel Kansas City.
Click here for tickets and sponsorships: https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=fire&id=60
Click here to donate a purse or package: https://firefoundation.org/pursedonationform/
2022-20223 ENROLLMENT
The due date to complete enrollment is PAST! Please complete any remaining enrollment requirements immediately!
*NOTE: Students may NOT participate in High School Summer Camps unless they are fully enrolled! If you are having difficulty, please contact the front office at 816-453-3450.
Come out and support our very own Father Rueb!! Pitching for Priests softball game between the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph & the Archdiocese of Kansas City, Kansas priests is BACK! Come cheer on our team as they defend rights to keep the Pitching for Priests trophy. Gametime 7 pm Friday, June 10 at the KC Monarchs Stadium. Money goes to seminarians' education. Sponsored by Catholic Radio Network—CLICK HERE to for details and tickets.
Summer Camps
Summer Camps are right around the corner! June 20th is the deadline for July camps (with a T-Shirt). Register today for sports and non sports camps for all ages! spxkc.org/summerfun
*NOTE: Students may NOT participate in High School Summer Camps unless they are fully enrolled! If you are having difficulty, please contact the front office at 816-453-3450.
Help Wanted
St. Pius is in critical need of bus drivers.
- School bus driver position provides transportation to and from extracurricular activities for SPX and other Catholic schools in the area.
- Driver must be minimum 25 years of age
- Must have, or be willing to get, a Missouri Class B Commercial Drivers License with School Bus and Passenger endorsements
- Training can be provided
- Annual or Semi-Annual DOT physicals and drug testing as required by law
- Must complete the Diocesan Virtus training and stay consistent with required annual training
- Must pass background check
- Hours vary by demand, but are flexible
If you or someone you know is interested in driving a bus for SPX or would like additional information, please contact Mark at Mhidy@spxkc.org.
SPORTS/ACTIVITIES
22-23 Returning Student Athletes - Please log in to your Healthy Roster Account and complete your documents for this year. Physical Exam forms are valid for 2 years unless otherwise noted. ALL other MSHAA forms must be updated and signed annually. The deadline for fall student athletes is July 15, 2022.
22-23 NEW Student Athletes - Parents should have received a Healthy Roster email invitation. Follow the instructions in the email to submit and e-sign all sports physical documents. If you have not received an email, please reach out to Courtney at cwohlwend@spxkc.org. The deadline for fall student athletes is July 15, 2022.
Sports Physicals
Sports Medicine Information: Sports Physicals & Concussion Baseline Testing for 2022-2023 School Year
St. Pius X High School requires each student-athlete to have MSHSAA sports physicals on file prior to being allowed to participate in a sport. We have a partnership with Healthy Roster as our online health forms platform where everything will be submitted electronically. The physical examination forms are valid for two years from the date the evaluator signs it, unless otherwise noted. All other MSHSAA forms must be updated and signed annually. St. Pius X High School does NOT accept paper copies of these forms.
NEW STUDENTS: Parents will receive an email invitation from Healthy Roster to set-up an account to complete your student-athlete’s paperwork. This email will be sent out on June 1st. Once you create an account, you will find all of the MSHSAA paperwork under the documents tab.
RETURNING STUDENTS: You can log into your Healthy Roster account at any time to complete all of the documents. The system is set-up that your annual requirements will expire on June 1st. However, you can go in and fill out an updated form at any time. Just click upload new document, select one of the annual requirements (student athlete medical questionnaire, student agreement, parent agreement, insurance verification, and concussion awareness form) to complete the form.
We ask all families and student-athletes to complete their profiles no later than JULY 15TH for fall student-athletes. This allows Courtney time to review and approve all sports physicals prior to her maternity leave.
On June 27th from 5pm – 7:30pm, we will host a sports physical night at the school to give you an opportunity to get your sports physical complete if you wish. The cost will be $10, cash or checks only. To sign up for a time slot, please use the following link: tinyurl.com/SPXSportsPhysicalsConcussion Protocol
All student-athletes will be required to take a yearly baseline concussion test through Sway Medical in order to have data of a healthy-functioning brain. Medical experts will use this baseline as a comparison in a Post-Injury test to see if all the brain function has returned to normal. All baseline testing through Sway Medical will be conducted by St. Pius X High School sports medicine staff. The cost is $10 per student-athlete. All baseline testing will be scheduled with the head coach and the team will be notified when that testing date will be. For fall sport student-athletes, we will complete testing during the summer prior to the fall season starting. Questions? Please contact Courtney Wohlwend at cwohlwend@spxkc.org
CLASS OF 2023 - IMPORTANT IMMUNIZATION NEWS
Please check that your student’s immunizations are up to date.
REQUIRED VACCINATION FOR MENINGOCOCCAL (MCV)
*Grade 8-9: One dose of MCV is required. Must be given after 10 years of age.
*Grade 12: Two doses of MCV are required unless the first dose was administered to a student who was 16 years of age or older, in which case only one dose is required. At least one dose must be given after 16 years of age.
In order to begin classes in August, a state compliant immunization record or dioscean approved exemption form signed by your pastor must be provided to the front office. Updated records can be emailed to emalony@spxkc.org or faxed to 816-452-7099. Thank you!Students can officially start working out at Planet Fitness clubs as part of its High School Summer Pass™. Students click >>> HERE to register and enjoy a free summer gym membership at Planet Fitness (Or visit https://www.planetfitness.com/summerpass/). Students can also stop into local Planet Fitness clubs to sign up in person.
CAFETERIA NEWS
Lunch accounts ending with a negative balance are subject to PowerSchool access beling turned off. Please deposit $ to keep your accounts from being blocked. Email questions to mwitherow@spxkc.org
SERVICE HOURS
We have rolled out the new system to enter and track service hours for students. The process has changed COMPLETELY for your students. THEY now have the primary role in logging their hours. You can find more information HERE.
IMMEDIATE SERVICE HOUR NEEDS- Festa Italiana will be held June 3-5 at Zona Rosa. Please click on the link below to sign up for community service hours. Be sure to include your t-shirt size – every volunteer will receive a Festa Italiana T-shirt.
- St. Gabe’s is looking for help moving desks on June 13th for approximately two hours. Contact Kim Parente at 816-507-1658 if you are available to help!
- The Sewing Labs is a welcoming and inclusive community teaching the legacy of sewing for employment, entrepreneurship, and enrichment. We focus on at-risk individuals and the underserved and lead them towards lives filled with financial dignity, one stitch at a time. We are flooded with employers and entrepreneurs seeking to hire trained stitchers. We are hosting a fundraising conference on Saturday June 4th at Winnetonka High School and are seeking volunteers to support this effort. Here is a little more info on the conference: The Sewing Labs, a Kansas City nonprofit, proudly presents the Make’n HERstory Conference featuring Jenny Doan of the Missouri Star Quilt Company. This signature fundraiser highlights women entrepreneurs who have made a life or living through their creative muse. The Conference takes place on Saturday, June 4, 9am-5pm, at the Winnetonka High School Auditorium. Here is the link to our SignUp Genius: https://signup.com/go/PyxDCKA
- Saint Charles could use help at our annual garage sale. Students may serve as many hours as they wish and may come and go as they wish during the following time frames. June 15, 16, 17, 18 8am-6pm Contact: Cynthia Tomes 816(805-9189) or email tomescynthia@yahoo.com
- Our Lady Of Mercy Country Home: Looking for volunteers and employees. Contact Carmella 816.781.5711. 2112 Maturana Dr. Liberty MO.
- 90 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Angels Attic Thrift Store located at 6970 N Broadway is in desperate need of volunteers(no experience necessary) 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 contact Krisa Spero at krisap12@yahoo.com.
- Catholic Cemeteries has opportunities in an office setting and on the grounds.Please email Stephen Reyes for more information at sreyes@cemeterieskcsj.org
Student Internship Opportunity
The Assistance League of Kansas City, an all volunteer group that serves multiple children in the Northland, is offering the opportunity for an unpaid internship to help market their group and promote their impact in Kansas City. The student would need to be knowledgeable and skilled in the use of social media.
Richard Murphy, former teacher and counselor at SPX for 34 years, is a member of this group and can assist the willing student with further information. Contact Mr. Murphy at rmurphy@spxkc.org The internship would begin no later than June 10th
CAMPUS MINISTRY- Flowers for the Chapel & Mass Intentions: donate to decorate the chapel or have a Mass said in honor or a loved one.
- Prayer Chain: pray for the intercession of St. Pius X for protection and growth of school daily
- UPDATED DAILY MASS: Join Father each Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday (unless there is an all school mass that day) for mass at SPX.
COUNSELING NEWS
Class of 2022 - Final transcripts will be mailed to your university/college approximately June 6th. This includes A+ scholarship information. NCAA and NAIA transcripts will be uploaded by me at this time.
Class of 2023 - This summer is a great time to start preparing for college. I would recommend each of you create an account in Common App this summer. Many of our students use this online college application platform and it is a useful tool. Learn more about applying through the first-year application by following the step-by-step guide below.
https://www.commonapp.org/apply/first-time-studentsThe next ACT test date is July 16, 2022. Please register at act.org. Registration date is June 17th.
2022/2023 School Year Calendar
Click the following link to view the calendar for the 2022/2023 school year.
https://files.ecatholic.com/2655/documents/2022/5/calendar-converted.pdfUPCOMING ACTIVITIES
06/27/22 - 5pm-7:30pm - Sports Physical Night (Register) - tinyurl.com/SPXSportsPhysicals
07/31/22 - 08/07/22 Dead Week
08/08/22 - Fall Sports Begin
08/15/22 - 8/16/22 - Orientation
08/17/22 - First Day of School (Early Dismissal)
8/18/22 – First full day of school
08/21/22 - Feast of St. Pius
