Pius X High School Newsletter January 2018 | V. 115 Restore All Things In Christ | Pius X Catholic High School | 6000 A Street | Lincoln, NE 68510 | (402) 488-0931 | www.piusx.net I want to take this opportunity to wish you and your family a most blessed and happy 2018. May this year be filled with God’s grace and peace, and be a time for growth in your relationship with Jesus Christ. I want to reflect this month on Catholic education, its unique position in the heart of the Catholic Church, and urge you to consider different ways to support this gem. No, wait! It’s not just about money, so keep reading… One of the ironies in this country that had “freedom of religion” as an early core tenet was that all students in the public schools were required to read from a protestant bible and were exposed to teachings that were blatantly anti-Catholic. Recognizing the power of the school to influence young minds and hearts, families worked together with their pastors to create Catholic schools. Some of the giants of Catholic education—people like St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, St. Rose Duschesne, St. Katherine Drexel, Archbishop John Carroll, St. John Neumann—toiled ceaselessly to create schools that were not only excellent in ac- ademic rigor, but more importantly, formed the hearts and souls of young people. As the country grew to the west, Catholic schools were at the front edge, educating and evangelizing minorities, students with disabilities, young ladies (unusual at the time), and children of slaves. When the Diocese of Lincoln was formed, the fervor for Catholic education came with the earliest bishops. ese men (bishops such as Bishop Bonacum, Bishop Kucera and Bishop Flavin) were stead- fast in their conviction that the future of the Church lies in the strength of its Catholic schools. ey were committed to building and supporting schools that were set up to be accessible to all Catholics who wished to avail themselves of a Catholic education. e presence of so many priests, religious, and devout lay faithful in our diocese is the fruit of this commitment to Catholic schools. What’s more, the future of our priests, religious and devout lay faithful depends on the continued presence of strong, sustainable schools. I worry that of late many of us have taken this precious jewel for granted. As educational expenses have outpaced charitable giving in local parishes, the material support for our Catholic schools has begun to erode. I believe that God is calling all of us to re-examine our commitment to Catholic educa- tion. I urge you to consider four possible ways to increase your support of our schools during this new year. e first one is most important: if you have fallen out of the habit of attending weekly Mass at your parish, please come back. I promise you that you will experience benefits that you couldn’t even imagine. e Lord will richly bless you and your efforts to worship him as part of your parish commu- nity. Second, consider an increase in your parish tithing. Our diocese has a long history of the parish assuming the lion’s share of the per pupil costs of education. Other dioceses around the country have gone to a “fee-for-service” model that has resulted in astronomical tuition costs. It is the people in the pew who have the greatest power to sustain our schools. Everyone giving a little bit, each according to his own means, is the rock on which we can continue to build our school system. ird, take action to support efforts to secure public funding sources. Occasionally the diocese will send out action alerts asking our parents to contact a state or federal representative. Usually it is as simple as pressing a few buttons—please take those opportunities as they come along. Finally, please make our Catholic schools part of your regular prayer. I know God will continue to bless us and provide for us, but I believe He asks all of us to do our part in accomplishing His will. As you make resolutions for this new year, please consider including one or all of these commitments to your list. May God bless us all. From Pius X HS Principal, Tom Korta What’s Inside PAGE 2: Monthly Schedule PAGE 3: Which counselor should you seek for help? PAGE 8: Tips for dating, homework, digital footprint PAGES 6-7: Updates and announcements PAGE 9: From the Alumni and Foundation office PAGE 10: Athletic Department updates Page 11: Activity Calendar Page 12: Breakfast and Lunch Menu 12 New Student Orientation 14 Noon Dismissal Parent/Teacher Conferences 2-5 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. 15 Noon Dismissal Parent/Teacher Conferences 2-6 p.m. 16 No School 19 No School 26 Spring Sports Begin February Key Dates January Key Dates 4 Second Semester begins 15 No School Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday 28 Catholic Schools Week begins
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I want to take this opportunity to wish you and your family a most blessed and happy 2018. May this year be filled with God’s grace and peace, and be a time for growth in your relationship with Jesus Christ. I want to reflect this month on Catholic education, its unique position in the heart of the Catholic Church, and urge you to consider different ways to support this gem. No, wait! It’s not just about money, so keep reading… One of the ironies in this country that had “freedom of religion” as an early core tenet was that all students in the public schools were required to read from a protestant bible and were exposed to teachings that were blatantly anti-Catholic. Recognizing the power of the school to influence young minds and hearts, families worked together with their pastors to create Catholic schools. Some of the giants of Catholic education—people like St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, St. Rose Duschesne, St. Katherine Drexel, Archbishop John Carroll, St. John Neumann—toiled ceaselessly to create schools that were not only excellent in ac-ademic rigor, but more importantly, formed the hearts and souls of young people. As the country grew to the west, Catholic schools were at the front edge, educating and evangelizing minorities, students with disabilities, young ladies (unusual at the time), and children of slaves. When the Diocese of Lincoln was formed, the fervor for Catholic education came with the earliest bishops. These men (bishops such as Bishop Bonacum, Bishop Kucera and Bishop Flavin) were stead-fast in their conviction that the future of the Church lies in the strength of its Catholic schools. They were committed to building and supporting schools that were set up to be accessible to all Catholics who wished to avail themselves of a Catholic education. The presence of so many priests, religious, and devout lay faithful in our diocese is the fruit of this commitment to Catholic schools. What’s more, the future of our priests, religious and devout lay faithful depends on the continued presence of strong, sustainable schools. I worry that of late many of us have taken this precious jewel for granted. As educational expenses have outpaced charitable giving in local parishes, the material support for our Catholic schools has begun to erode. I believe that God is calling all of us to re-examine our commitment to Catholic educa-tion. I urge you to consider four possible ways to increase your support of our schools during this new year. The first one is most important: if you have fallen out of the habit of attending weekly Mass at your parish, please come back. I promise you that you will experience benefits that you couldn’t even imagine. The Lord will richly bless you and your efforts to worship him as part of your parish commu-nity. Second, consider an increase in your parish tithing. Our diocese has a long history of the parish assuming the lion’s share of the per pupil costs of education. Other dioceses around the country have gone to a “fee-for-service” model that has resulted in astronomical tuition costs. It is the people in the pew who have the greatest power to sustain our schools. Everyone giving a little bit, each according to his own means, is the rock on which we can continue to build our school system. Third, take action to support efforts to secure public funding sources. Occasionally the diocese will send out action alerts asking our parents to contact a state or federal representative. Usually it is as simple as pressing a few buttons—please take those opportunities as they come along. Finally, please make our Catholic schools part of your regular prayer. I know God will continue to bless us and provide for us, but I believe He asks all of us to do our part in accomplishing His will. As you make resolutions for this new year, please consider including one or all of these commitments to your list. May God bless us all.
From Pius X HS Principal, Tom Korta
What’s Inside
PAGE 2: Monthly Schedule
PAGE 3: Which counselor should you seek for help?
PAGE 8: Tips for dating, homework, digital footprint
PAGES 6-7: Updates and announcements
PAGE 9: From the Alumni and Foundation office
PAGE 10: Athletic Department updates
Page 11: Activity Calendar
Page 12: Breakfast and Lunch Menu
12 New Student Orientation 14 Noon Dismissal Parent/Teacher Conferences 2-5 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. 15 Noon Dismissal Parent/Teacher Conferences 2-6 p.m. 16 No School 19 No School 26 Spring Sports Begin
February Key Dates
January Key Dates 4 Second Semester begins 15 No School Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday 28 Catholic Schools Week begins
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To enrich the mind, heart and soul of each student through a
Christ-centered, Catholic environment that provides academic excellence and preparation to achieve
a meaningful, faith-filled life.
Administrative Team Fr. James Meysenburg, CAO Fr. Lee Jirovsky, Assistant CAO Tom Korta, Principal Greg Lesiak, Assistant Principal Jan Frayser, Guidance Director Tim Aylward, Activities Director Business OfficeKaren Francis Office Support Georgia Miller, Secretary Jolene Ritzman, Athletic Secretary Judy Brichacek, Attendance Secretary Guidance Office Jan Frayser, Director Connie Freudenberg, Counselor Shelly Pick, Counselor Greg Sederberg, CounselorSandy Hartman, Secretary Carla Kruml, Secretary Janet Kurtenbach, Secretary P.J. Book, Database Manager Academic SuccessRaina Volkmer, Coordinator SCIP Coordinator Connie Freudenberg Campus Ministry Fr. Lee Jirovsky, Theology Chair Fr. Joseph Bernardo, Campus Chaplain Molly Milana, Lay Campus Minister Food Service Director Tini Van-Oehlertz, M.S., R.D. Activities Office Tim Aylward, Activities Director Jake Moore, Asst. Activities Director Booster Club Tim and Janel Andreasen, Presidents Pius X Foundation(402) 488-1046 Courtney Johnson, Advancement Dir. Emily Moore, Asst. Advancement Dir.Zachary Baehr, Communications Dir.Christy Beckman, Administrative Asst.Pam Beiermann, Administrative Asst. P.J. Book, Database Manager Alumni DirectorKristin (Edwards) Heath, Class of ‘91 BOLT Director Deb Schulte
April 2018 S M T W T F S V 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
February 2018 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28
No SchoolNoon Dismissal
No School / Junior Retreat
Christmas / Semester Break
Days Off and Early Dismissals
January 2018 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31
Pius X on Social MediaFacebook.com/restoreallthings
Twitter.com/piusxlincoln
Instagram.com/piusxlincoln
LinkedIn.com/company/piusx/
Popular Online StoriesThe Website - PiusX.netn Students earn top honors at UNL Math Day
n Simulated stock market; Highly engaged learning
n Cheerleaders take flight with permission to stunt
n St. Nick coming to Pius X
n Food & Nutrition students serve up tacos
n Thunderbolts prep for their first ever robotics competition
n Unlock the box with teamwork, creativity
n Simulating a chemical reaction in biology
Facebookn Six Pius X alumni - and current Cadets or Mid-shipmen - gathered together for a picture at the Ar-my-Navy game this past weekend.
n Students competed at the Junior Achievement Stock Market Challenge.
n Our teachers and staff enjoyed lunch from Piezano’s today!
n From high school dances to a story about being made in God’s image
n Senior Caroline Theil is featured in a documentary, Prodigies of the Prairie
n Amy Shonka’s Food & Nutrition classes prepared Quinoa Black Bean Tacos.
n The seniors in Katie Sieck’s AP Calculus class threw her a surprise baby shower!
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March 12: Freshmen test - 8 a.m. - noon; Sophomore & Senior Retreats; Juniors - No SchoolMarch 13: Grades 9-11 - Testing; Seniors - No School
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Which counselor should you and your student seek out for help?Here is the breakdown of which counselor is assigned to your stu-dent and family, based on the first letter of your last name:
Transcripts – Seniors, Juniors and ParentsALL transcripts must be request-ed through Naviance. If you don’t know your login, ask anyone in the Guidance Office. We will reset your password.
The Pius X Guidance & Counseling Department strives to ensure that every student is given the opportunity to reach his/her full potential. Working in cooperation with faculty, administration, and guidance personnel, school counselors assist students in their social, emotional and spiritual development, as well as provide realistic educational and career planning opportunities. Stop in anytime to see us or visit us at www.piusx.net and click on “Guidance Office” for excellent information about college testing and preparation for testing, college selection, financial aid, and scholarships.
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Works in cooperation with faculty, administration, and guidance personnel to promote whole-child growth and opportunity;
The Pius X Guidance & Counseling Department strives to ensure that every student is given the opportunity to reach his/her full potential. Stop in anytime to see us or visit us at www.piusx.net and click on ‘Guidance.’ Here are key reasons to visit with a guidance counselor. A school counselor:
Assists students in their social, emotional and spiritual development;
Provides realistic educational and career plan-ning opportunities;
Shares excellent information about college testing and preparation for testing, college selection, financial aid, and scholarships.
How a guidance counselor can help students thrive
n Narrow the list of colleges to which to apply and put those colleges in Family Connection/Naviance under “Colleges I’m applying to.”n Students may apply to all colleges beginning September 1. The Com-mon Application allows students to complete one application that may be electronically transmitted to colleges that allow the Common Application. Check it out at www.commonapp.org.n Prepare a resume of all activities, educational information, personal information, volunteering and awards. Upload it to Naviance.n Begin applying for scholarships. Prepare a profile to find scholarships at www.scholarshipquest.org, www.chegg.com and www.scholarships.com. n Set up visits to colleges.n Get your senior service hours completed and submitted.n FAFSA Form for College Financial AidVisit www.educationquest.org or www.fafsa.ed.gov to find the online forms. Contact EducationQuest for free assistance at (402) 475-5222.
Use Naviance to its full advantagen Finish college applications and put those colleges in Family Connection/Naviance under “Colleges I’m applying to.” Mark that you have submitted your application and request that a transcript be sent, if necessary. Make sure the highest ACT score has been submitted to all colleges directly from ACT.n Prepare a resume of all activities, educational information, per-sonal information, volunteering and awards. Upload it to Naviance in the Journal section.n Apply for scholarships. Prepare a profile to find scholarships at www.scholarshipquest.org, www.chegg.com and www.scholarships.com. n Get your senior service hours completed and submitted.n Make college visitsn Shadow in career areas of interestn Complete the FAFSA
What should seniors be doing NOW to prepare for college?
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UNL Red Letter DaysRed Letter Days are your opportunity to ex-perience what life is like as a student at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Days begin at 8:30 a.m. and conclude at 2:30 p.m. You will have a chance to explore your academ-ic interests, visit a residence hall, and more! Cost is $10.00 per person. Students must fill out a Parent Excused Absence form. The Red Letter dates are: Feb. 16, Feb. 23, March 9, March 16 and April 27. The Pre-Health day is March 12.
Robotics Workshops at SCCAttend a one-day, hands-on workshop where you will build and test a Vex Robotics Kit. The day begins at 9 a.m. and ends at 2 p.m. Lunch is included. These workshops are held on Wednesdays and a Parent Excused Absence Form must be turned in. Dates for the work-shops are: Jan. 17, Jan. 24, Jan. 31, Feb. 14, Feb. 21, Feb. 28, March 7, April 11, April 18, April 25, May 2 and May 9. To register or for further detail call 402-761-8384 or email [email protected].
Students Interested in NWUNebraska Wesleyan invites students to find out more about their school. The following Nebraska Wesleyan Visit Days are being
held:n Doing the Arts Event (Music, Theatre, Stu-dio Art) – January 16 from 6-8pmn Prairie Wolves GOLD Event – February 16 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. (Pius X does not have school on this day)
Senior Scholarship Social in the Blessed Mother Teresa RoomThe Guidance Office is hosting a Scholar-ship Social in the Blessed Mother Teresa Room for all seniors to help with the process of applying for scholarships and to under-stand where scholarship applications can be found. Come see us for scholarships, snacks, and door prizes.
UNL Honors ProgramThe UNL Honors Program is for seniors with high GPA’s and high test scores. If you are interested in applying for the UNL Hon-ors Program, the Spring Final Deadline is February 15th. Applicants must apply to UNL prior to accessing the Honors Program application. Application to the University is available at http://admissions.unl.edu/ap-ply/index.aspx. The Honors Program appli-cation can be accessed at MyRED once the student has received his/her I.D. by e-mail
from the Admissions Office (usually within one business day).
Seniors Applying To UNL – March 1 (NEW DEADLINE)To be considered for merit-based scholar-ships to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, students must complete UNL’s application process by Thursday, March 1st.
HOBY & Nebraska Leadership Seminars All sophomores are eligible to apply to at-tend either the HOBY (Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership) Seminar from June 1-3, 2018 on the campus of Concordia College, Seward Nebraska, or the Nebraska Leadership Sem-inar from June 14-17 at Southeast Commu-nity College-Milford. These seminars pro-vide an interactive educational opportunity in leadership. Information is available in the Guidance Office. Any sophomore who did not receive an application form in their English class should come to the guidance office to pick up a form. Completed applica-tion forms must be returned to the Guidance Office by Friday, December 1, 2017.
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Looking to college and beyond
ACT/SAT InformationJuniors and seniors are encouraged to take the ACT and/or SAT. Juniors planning to attend college should consider beginning the testing process during their junior year. For most students, there is no need to take both tests. Most students do better on the ACT. Students should apply at www.actstudent.org (ACT) or www.collegeboard.com (SAT). The Pius X High School code number is 281-315. ACT Test Date Registration Deadline Late Fee Required February 10 January 12 January 13-19 April 14 March 9 March 10-23 June 9 May 4 May 5-18 July 14 June 15 June 16-22 SAT Test Date Registration Deadline Late Fee Required March 10 February 9 February 28 May 5 April 6 April 25 June 2 May 4 May 23
ACT/SAT Scores for CollegesIt is best to have your ACT/SAT scores sent to colleges directly from the ACT/SAT testing company. When you register to take these tests, you are allowed to send it to four colleges without ex-tra cost. You may add more colleges for more cost or you may send scores to other col-leges, later, through the web-sites. Many colleges will not accept your ACT/SAT scores from your transcript, even though they are on the tran-script. UNL is one of those colleges.
SAT PracticeGet free, personalized SAT practice! The College Board has teamed up with Khan Academy to create FREE practice resources. Visit satpractice.org for more information.
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Seniors Applying to NWUTom and Rhonda Peed have established the Nebraska Wesleyan University/Pius X Financial Assistance Program for students accepted to NWU. The program includes a self-help grant – The Tom and Rhonda Peed Work Ethic Fund –that will match students’ verifiable summer employment earnings. The matching grant of up to $3,000 per aca-demic year will be credited toward students’ tuition, fees, room and board. The Peeds have also established the Nebraska Wesley-an University/Pius X Endowed Scholarship fund. Annual earnings from this endowed fund will support the financial needs of Pius X Students.
Show me the Money’ eventAll seniors are encouraged to attend a schol-arship social, “Show Me The Money”, which takes place over three days on December 5th, 6th and 7th from 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM, in the St. Mother Teresa Room. Counselors will be on hand to assist seniors in finding scholarships applicable to them. Drawings take place every period for college T-shirts and other prizes.
U.S. Service Academy Nomina-tions/ApplicationsSeniors interested in applying for a nomina-tion to a U.S. Service Academy should stop by the Pius X Guidance Office as soon as possible to meet with your counselor if you have not yet begun the nomination and ap-pointment process.
SCC Accuplacer TestThe Southeast Community College’s Accu-placer Test will be administered at Pius X on Tuesday, Dec. 5 at 8 a.m. in the 260 Comput-er Lab. The Accuplacer Test is for seniors in-terested in attending Southeast Community College and is used for placement in cours-es. Admission Counselors and Financial Aid information will be available after the test. If interested, please register in the Guid-ance Office. Register early as there is room for only thirty students. Students must have their Social Security number.
NCAA/NAIA Eligibility for Pro-spective College Athletes All students who want to participate in athletics after high school in any Division I, II, or NAIA college MUST register at the NCAA or NAIA Eligibility Center. Com-plete these online forms during the second semester of the junior year. For information, visit www.eligibilitycenter.org or www.play-naia.org. Use code 9999 for the NCAA and code 9876 for the NAIA to have your ACT scores sent to these organizations.
Senior ScholarshipsWe do not receive notices of the scholarships you receive. Scholarships will only be listed in the graduation program IF a copy of the award letter is turned into the Guidance Office by Monday, May 7th. When you are awarded a scholarship, please bring a copy of the letter to us immediately. Note: Please turn in copies of each scholarship you have been offered, even if they are from a college that you do not plan to attend.
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NEBRASKA NOWNebraska Now is a program where qualified juniors and seniors may enroll in online college courses through UNL and earn college credit while still in high school. The courses are regu-lar first-year offerings from the various colleges at UNL. All the required forms may be found at https://admissions.unl.edu/spe-cialized-information/nebraska-now.aspx
Access College Early (ACE) ScholarshipThis scholarship is for financially needy students who de-sire to take college courses during high school. The UNL Ne-braska Now Program, Southeast Community College classes, and regular on-campus UNL classes may be paid for through the ACE Scholarship if a student qualifies (financial need) and applies. The application for the ACE Scholarship is at https://ccpe.nebraska.gov/ACE and click on Financial Aid.
Job Shadowing for Juniors & SeniorsThe program invites students to see first-hand how the skills learned in school relate to the workplace. Pick up a form in the Guidance Office.
The Career Academy offers college credit coursesCheck out what The Career Academy (TCA) has to offer. The Career Academy is a joint venture between Lincoln Public Schools and Southeast Community College. The goal of TCA is to provide academic and real world experiences to high school students through high school and dual credit courses in 16 different career pathways. Current sophomores may apply for their junior and senior years. For the application and for more information, go to www.lps.org and click on schools-focus/spe-cial-The Career Academy-prospective students.
College/career opportunitites while still in HS
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Winter Formal - Jan. 14Students are invited to a 50’s Rock & Roll Winter Formal on Sunday, Jan. 14, 2018. The dance is from 8:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. (doors open at 8:15 p.m.). Tickets on sale during lunch January 9-12. Tickets are $8 in advance, and $10 at the door.
WW II History Tour of Europe – June 2018A couple of spots have opened up on this amazing tour. We will be seeing Normandy Beach, Bastogne (Battle of the Bulge), General Patton’s grave site in Luxembourg, Heidelberg, Nuremburg, Munich, Dachau, Regensburg, and The Eagle’s Nest in Germany, and Salzburg in Austria. We will see the history of WW II come alive during this educational tour. Contact [email protected] for more informa-tion. Enrollment closes on Feb. 14.
Russian Rhapsody! There are still spots available on this amazing trip organized by the Passport to Adventure Club for the summer of 2019. Not only will we tour the magnificent cities of Moscow and St. Petersburg in Russia but we will also experience Helsinki in Finland and Tallinn in Estonia. This is the educational trip of a lifetime! For more information, con-tact Mrs. Sievert at [email protected].
Needed for health office.Please considering donating Motrin, Tylenol, cough drops, Benadryl and tums to the school health office.
Form for emergency medications Parents need to complete asthma/allergy permission forms if they want their kids to use emergency medications at school. If they need the forms they can contact the school nurse at [email protected].
The Perfect Time to Become a TeamMates Mentor “Another caring adult in my life is exactly what I need to be suc-cessful. I hope this is the year I get a mentor.” – A waiting student When is the perfect time to become a mentor? Today is the per-fect time to make a difference in a student’s life. There are a number of students at every school waiting to be matched with a mentor like you! Learn how to become a mentor at www.lincolnteammates.org/mentor.
All gradesTrap Shooting Club starts in January Pius X Junior High and Senior High Trap Shooting Club will host an informational meeting January 21st, 2018.Time: Pizza - Noon; Information - 12:30 p.m.Who: Parents and potential members welcome. Location: Lincoln Izaak Walton Club House, 10801 S 134th Bennet, NE (1/2 mile south of 134th and Hwy 2) Call: For additional information is needed 402-499-9767. Open to possible new members interested in the Pius Jr/Sr High Trap Club. Meeting should take no more than 1 hour. Craig Keaschall is the Pius X Trap Coach.
Vendor increases fee for online lunch payments The MySchoolBucks program will increase its convenience fee that parents pay from $1.95 per payment to $2.49 per payment. This fee increase is the result of an increase in card scheme fees and became effective as of December 11, 2017.There are 3 ways to pay for meals at Pius X High School:1. Bring cash or check to the school front office;2. Deposit cash directly to the student account via the kiosk in
the commons;3. Use the MySchoolBucks app.
Check out the new books The Pius X Library has received two shipments of new books since school has started. We have an extensive collection of dystopian, science fiction and fantasy books, as well as great relationship/coming of age novels and mystery, suspense and sports. You might enjoy discovering a classic, too!
24/7 access to online databases @ your library Access to online databases are available at www.piusx.net; from the pull down menu choose: Students – Academic Re-sources – Library. Database Loging PasswordnElibrary SUBNEB341 CHILD341nWorld Book lincolnpiusx thunderboltsn Social Issues Resource Series (SIRS) NE0139 68510nGale Virtual Reference Libraries linc11569 linc_lognNebraska Access (none needed) 1867views48
PIUS X MACHINE CONTEST JUDGES NEEDEDThis year’s Pius X Machine Contest will be the 25th annual Rube Goldberg® machine contest at Pius. To celebrate the occasion, we would like to invite past participants to help judge this year’s contest, which will be on Wednesday, March 21, 2018. If you are interested or know someone who might be, please contact Jeremy Scheffler at [email protected] or (402)488-0931.
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Open Tuesdays, Thursdays, & various Saturdays. Pur-chase uniforms in the Commons on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 3:30-4 p.m. on regular school days or on Saturdays, January 6 and 20, 9-11 a.m. Enter through the southeast door (#1). For updates or changes to the schedule, visit www.piusx.net [Parents - Uniform Shop]. If you have questions, please contact [email protected] uniform information If shorts are altered they must extend to the top of the knee (see page 32 of student handbook).Catholic Elementary and Middle Schools Parents with students in our Catholic elementary and middle schools can purchase items from the Pius uniform shop if the colors and items work for their school dress code. We have reasonable prices plus sizes starting at girls/boys size 12 for shorts/pants and size youth medi-um for banded polos. This is a nice option if your student needs some items to finish out this school year and could still fit in these items when they are at Pius. Some Pius stu-dents also wear their uniform pants or shorts at part time jobs when these are allowed there also!Dennis uniform Uniforms may be ordered at www.dennisuniform.com (school code is PPK) or purchased at the Dennis Uniform store in Omaha which requires one to pay the Dennis Uni-form full price.Parent volunteers needed in the shop Volunteer on various Saturdays from 9-11 a.m. Choose the day(s) that work best for you. Extra help is needed for Freshman Order Day on Saturday, March 24th. Contact Ruth Loberg at [email protected]. Thank You to the Uniform Shop Volunteers from this summer and school year so far! Your time and dedication is so helpful - Steph Jones, Teresa Macias, Jody Olsson, Karen Plachy, Connie Sanders, and Chananne Slepicka.Cold Weather Options Students must be in uniform from 8 am-3:25 pm. The cold weather options include the navy, grey or green sweat-shirts or the black fleece jacket sold in the uniform shop. A navy or green cardigan purchased from the Pius X options at Dennis uniform is also allowed. Sweatpants, sweatshirts that are inside-out, Pius X sport, club, or activity apparel are not part of the official uniform and are not allowed.
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Fellowship FridaysJoin us every Friday in the basement Study Hall Room at 7:20 a.m. for fellowships, prayer, and of course, donuts!
JuniorsParent/Junior Interviews – January 10-31Scheduling begins Wednesday, January 3, 2018, at 7 p.m. at www.piusx.net [Parent/Junior Interviews]. You may login any time with your email and password to make changes. If you have questions, contact the Guidance Of-fice at (402) 488-0931. Parents/Students MUST sign up with assigned coun-selor. If the student’s last name begins with A-Ga sign up with Mrs. Pick, Gb-Kr-Mrs. Frayser, Ks-Pl-Mrs. Freudenberg and Pm-Z with Mr. Sederberg. Signing up with the incorrect counselor will result in a cancellation of your appointment and instructions to sign up with assigned counselor. Please follow the instructions on the postcard mailed to you or posted on the Pius X website.
Boys State/Girls StateApplications are available for juniors in the Guidance Office. This govern-ment education program takes place June 3-9 on the city campus of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. There is no charge to attend as it is funded by the Nebraska American Legions and American Legion Auxiliary with additional support coming from other civic and non-profit organizations. Check announcements to know when the application forms have arrived in the Guidance Office.
DREAM BIG AcademyUniversity of Nebraska-Lincoln’s College of Business Administration Dream Big Academy, July 22-26, is open to current juniors. The summer academy emphasizes leadership, networking skills and success in the business world. Students must have a 2.5 GPA or higher, be a first generation college student, and meet federal guidelines for low income student status or qualify for free or reduced lunch, or have knowledge and experience in diverse commu-nities. Student must be nominated by a counselor, teacher, parent, friend, etc. at www.cba.unl.edu/promo/dreambig/ Students may also complete an application. Call (402) 472-7379 for more information. The deadline is Fri-day, March 16th.
College of Architecture Summer WorkshopsThe University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Architecture offers two sum-mer high school workshops to current juniors: the Career Explorations in Architecture, Interior Design and Landscape Architecture camp (cost is $585), June 17-22, AND the Adventures on the Niobrara River-Discover Landscape Architecture camp (cost is $250), June 22-25. The cost includes meals, equipment, etc. These camps offer a unique experience to investigate issues surrounding design and learn more about the design professions and what it’s like to be a college student. Applications are available at https://architecture.unl.edu/high-school-camps-2017 and are due Friday, April 27.
Campus Ministry
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There have been a lot of stories in the news lately about sexual harassment. Most of those stories have focused on issues in Holly-wood and with public figures but violence and harassment happen regularly to teens as well. There are several signs that Counselors and parents can look for that can help teens recognize that they might be with an abusive person. Some of those signs include:n Some students romanticize jealousy and think that their partner smothering them is a loving thing. In many cases it is a sign that the relationship can become toxic.n If their partner puts limits on what they can and can’t wear this can be a sign of a smothering relationshipn Do they put limits on who the student can and can’t be friends with?
n Do they tell them they can’t talk to anyone of the opposite sex (even long time friends)?n Do they constantly text asking where they are, who they are with and what they are doing?n Do they want passwords to all the student’s accounts and phone so they can see all their communications? These alone don’t mean the person is prone to violence but they do show signs of insecurity and the possibility that the person who the student is dating is too controlling, which can turn to violence. The main thing you as a parent can do is to be alert and make sure your students know they have someone they can talk to in school if they have an issue.Source - http://www.linkforcounselors.com/teach-students-warning-sign-dating-violence-early/
1. College admissions and employers do read your online profiles and they do make decisions based upon information they find out about you online. In fact, colleges will make decisions based upon many forms of questionable involvement.
2. Educators and parents do see, read, and hear about your online escapades, even though you go to great lengths to hide them.
3. Educate yourself on the basics. What does Digital Citizenship mean to you? What should it mean? These are important lessons that students can research on their own. However, wouldn’t it be fantastic to offer some of this education in our schools as well?
4. Create a profile that says simple, non-specific details about yourself, but that is still identifiably you.
5. Create separate accounts so you can consistently remain pos-itive in public online spaces. If you have already developed a full identity online, you don’t necessarily need to “scrub it clean”, but it would make sense to create a professional identity, and limit the
amount of personal information you share publicly.
6. Learn from others. Find teenagers, professionals, or reputation resources who are doing things the right way and model your online presence in a similar manner.
7. Keep private information private.
8. The Golden Rule. Never has this rule applied more than to how you speak to others online. Treat others as you would like to be treat-ed.
9. Don’t be afraid to make a mistake, but be mindful that being careless, too open, too trusting, and realize spending too much time on the Internet, has real consequences.
10. Build your own positive image and brand yourself in a great way. n Source: Information from http://www.teachhub.com/10-things-your-students-should-know-about-their-digital-footprints
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Questions to ask yourselfnHave you reviewed your notes/what you learned in class today? Can you summarize what you learned? If not, use your thinking maps and summarize. Preparation for tests and quizzes begins after the first day of class. nDo you understand? Can you answer the objectives the teacher provided? nCan you use the term in a sentence and explain the importance? nDo you really understand, or are you just regurgitating what the teacher said? nQuestioning: Did you ask clarifying questions? What questions
do you have for the teacher the next day? Make note of them and get them answered.
Daily Studying Tips nDo your homework. nTalk to your teacher. Ask questions during class or meet with your teacher before or after school if you need additional assistance. nTeach someone else (this will help you realize what information you really don’t understand). nIf you are absent, take the time to learn what you missed. Check in with your teacher upon your return to class.
Teach students the warning signs of dating violence
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Start Planning Your 2018 All Honor Year Reunion Contact us to start planning your 2018 reunions if your class year ends in a 3 or 8. The 2018 reunion will be Aug. 3-5.
Alumni Department on social media Check us out on social media for information on alumni events, news on past alumni, deaths, and bits about what is happening in the school today.
Alumni Committee seekingmembers and class agents An Alumni Committee is forming and we are looking for a few more people to join who have a vested interest in our alumni community. We would also like a class representative from each graduating class. If you are interested in joining this committee or becoming a class agent, please email the Alumni Office expressing your interest.
Keep Us Updated in the Alumni Office Do you have news that you would like to share with your classmates such as a marriage, a new baby, or maybe a job change? Let us know by contacting our office.
From the Pius X Foundation and Alumni Office
Celebrate the 33nd year of BOLT with Champagne & Bubbles 2018. It is going to be the party of the year and you won’t want to miss anything! BOLT has become larger and more successful each year, providing over $5 million dollars of improvements to Pius X High School over the past 32 years. Our super auctioneer has a few things up his sleeve for more fun (an exciting Super Silent part to our online auction that anyone can participate in). We know not everyone can attend, but ALL can bid online. Please help in any way that you can: nAttend the event, n Lottery tickets will go on sale on Sunday, January 21. Purchase a ticket for $100 for a chance to win: $1000, $1500, $2500, or the Grand Prize of $10,000. nDonations are needed: timeshares, airfare, auction items, and cash donations. nVolunteers are needed on several committees. For questions about B.O.L.T., contact Deb Schulte at [email protected] or (402) 488-0931.
B.O.L.T. 2018
Raise funds for Pius X HS with Propelr Card Propelr is a valuable fundraising program for Pius X High School. By shopping with participat-ing merchants, you provide a direct benefit to our school and show the community your support. Propelr has over 100 local and national merchants and is adding new merchants to that list all the time. To view the most up-to-date participating merchant list, go to the website at www.propelr-card.com/merchants. All you need to participate is a Union Bank and Trust Debit Account. Registering your account takes less than two minutes. If you don’t have a UBT checking account, you can set one up online or at any branch location. To learn more about the program and its benefits head over to www.pro-pelrcard.com
Alumni Information
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Physicals for spring sports A reminder for all students who plan on trying out for a spring sport, and didn’t try out for or compete in a Fall or Winter sport: Turn in physicals (dated after May 1, 2017) to the main office for all spring sports (Baseball, Soccer, Track & Field, Girls Tennis, Boys Golf) .When completed, turn it in to the main office.
Athletic Passes for Pius X Home Games Athletic passes may be purchased in the Pius X school office. Student passes include 10 punches for $35 ($3.50 per game) and may be used only by students and shared with siblings. Adult passes include 10 punches for $55 ($5.50 per game). Family passes include 10 punches for $120 ($12 per game per family). Passes are used for any sport held at Pius X and at any level of game including Varsity, JV, Reserve, 10th, and 9th. Athletic passes are not accepted at district or state games.
NCAA Informational Meeting - Tuesday, March 7 Student athletes who are interested in playing at the collegiate level are invited to attend an NCAA informational meeting regarding guidelines, eligibility, etc. This meeting is open to all Pius X athletes and their parents. Katie Jewell from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) will be presenting in the Commons on Tuesday, March 7, at 7 p.m. If you have ques-tions, please contact either Jake Moore at [email protected] or Connie Freudenberg at [email protected].
Athletics & Activities
Images for Sale in Photo StorePurchase full rights to high-pixel .jpg images of school activities taken by Yearbook staff at www.piusx.net [Stu-dents - Yearbook - PhotoStore - Select A Category].
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Photos taken by Pius X Yearbook Staff
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No School - Faculty Contract Day10am JVWr vs. East @ East
9:20am Epipha-ny Mass (H)5:30pm - Sw&D Boys Varsity @ North Star5:30pm - Sw&D Girls Varsity @ North Star6:30pm - RBBB @ Creighton Prep
3pm - VWr vs. North Star @ North Star5:45pm - JVBBB vs. Omaha Northwest (H)5:45pm - VGBB vs. Omaha Northwest (H)7:30pm - JVGBB vs. O. Northwest (H)7:30pm - VBBB vs. O. Northwest (H)Spectrum Show Choir Competition (H)
6pm - VWr @ Millard North6pm - JVWr @ Millard North6pm - FrGBB vs. North Star (H)6:30pm - RGBB @ North Star7:30pm - FrBBB vs. North Star (H)
4pm - Sw&D Girls/Boys Varsity @ Westside
Spectrum Show Choir Competition (H)8am Speech Contest (H)8am Sw&D Girls/Boys Varsity @ Westside9am JVWr @ Bishop Neumann9am VWr @ Roncalli Catholic9:15am RGBB vs. Southeast (H)10:30am RBBB vs. Southeast (H)3pm - JVBBB vs. Omaha North (H)3pm - VGBB vs. Omaha North (H)4:30pm - JVGBB vs. Omaha North (H)4:30pm - VBBB vs. Omaha North (H)
For up-to-date schedules, visit http://www.piusx.net/ and click on Activities Calendar.
4:30pm - Sw&D Girls/Boys Var-sity @ Beatrice6pm - FrGBB vs. Seward H7:30pm - FrBBB vs. Seward (H)
KEYFr-Freshman
JV-Junior VarsityR-Reserve V-Varsity
BBB-Boys BasketballGBB-Girls Basketball
Sw&D-Swimming & DivingWr-Wrestling
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Menu - January 2018* All items are subject to change without notice. * * This instituion is an equal opportunity provider. *
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BreakfastStrawberry pancake/Syrup
LunchBreaded Chicken Patty/Bun
Chef ’s Choice PotatoVegetable Beef Soup
Cheese StickCrackers and wheat roll
BreakfastDbl Egg/Cheese Sandwich
LunchCheese Lasagna Roll-upsBean and Cheese Burrito
Broccoli/CauliflowerGarlic Bread
BreakfastTurkey breakfast slider
LunchPork Carnita Bowl
Savory Pork, Beans and Rice, Fixin Bar, Cheese
Yogurt Banana Split Salad
BreakfastBreakfast Burrito
LunchHot Roast Beef Sandwich
With Mashed PotatoesHam and Cheese Mafalda
Peas and CarrotsWheat roll
BreakfastBreakfast Pizza
LunchSweet and Sour Chicken
Brown RiceAsian Blend Vegetables
Wheat roll
BreakfastPancake sausage/stick
LunchChicken Chipotle Pizza
Brats/Wheat BunGreen Beans
BreakfastCheesy Scrambled Egg/
Banana breadLunch
Taco Fish Panini/Pineapple Salsa, Mafalda with Marinara
