SPX Newsletter September 20, 2024
"Stay in the Loop" 2024-2025 4th Edition
Principal Letter
Next Friday marks our mid-way point in our first TRIMESTER. Although the switch from quarters to trimesters was announced in the SPX Family Handbook, I want to mention it again to be sure everyone is aware of this beneficial change. This adjustment to our grading periods will allow our students and teachers more time to dive deeper into the curriculum, fostering a better understanding of key concepts before assessments. Additionally, trimesters provide extended periods for meaningful feedback, allowing students to reflect on their progress and improve over a longer span of time. We believe this shift will enhance student learning and success throughout the year. Students who are in jeopardy of not meeting standards or earning below a C (in grades 6th-8th) will receive an Interim Report on Monday.
I would also like to give you a friendly reminder that there will be no school on Friday, September 27th. While our teaching staff will be involved in professional development, Miss Buzenski and I will have the opportunity to spend two days with our fellow administrators at a retreat at Cherry Valley Lodge. Please keep us in your prayers!
Enjoy this beautiful weekend,
Lisa Ruth
Upcoming Calendar Events
Access the Full 2024-2025 Calendar in Your FACTS Family Portal
Tuesday, September 24 All School Mass (8:30, Church)
Friday, September 27 No School - Teacher Professional Development
Monday, September 30 Dress Down Day
Tuesday, October 1 All School Mass
Wednesday, October 2 Columbus Zoo Presentation
Friday, October 4 Jump Rope Club Begins (7:00 a.m., Gym) *Must arrive no later than 7:10* Door B
Friday, October 4 Bi-Monthly Newsletter
Monday, October 7 Yearbook Retakes and Candid Photos
Monday, October 7 Diocesan Rosary w/ Bishop Fernandes
Tuesday, October 8 All School Mass
Wednesday, October 9 Shepherd's Corner (6-205)
Wednesday, October 9 Home & School Meeting (6:30, Library)
Thursday, October 10 Shepherd's Corner (6-206)
Friday, October 11 3rd Grade Grandparents' Day
Monday, October 14 National School Lunch Celebration Week Begins
Monday, October 14 Yearbook Contest Begins
Tuesday, October 14 All School Mass
Tuesday, October 15 8th Grade Visit to Bishop Hartley
Tuesday, October15 School Board Meeting
Thursday, October 17 Pizza With the Pastor (1-113)
Friday, October 18 Candy Money Due
Friday, October 18 Dress Down Day
Friday, October 18 Newsletter Published
Tuesday, October 22 All School Mass
Tuesday, October 22 8th Graders Leave for Washington, D.C.
Tuesday, October 22 Protecting God's Children Class Offered at St. Pius X (MFC, 7:00)
Tuesday, October 22 1st Communion Meeting for Parents of 2nd Graders
Thursday, October 24 Kindergarten Pigeon Roost
Friday, October 25 8th Grade No School
Friday, October 25 Friends Across Time (5th Grade)
Friday, October 25 Trunk or Treat (Parking Lot, 6:30)
Thursday, October 31 Halloween Parade (Gym, 8:30) *Parents Invited
Thursday, October 31 Halloween Class Parties (School, PM) *Only room parents assigned attend.*
Thursday, October 31 End of 1st Trimester
Friday, November 1 NO SCHOOL - Teacher Professional Development
Friday, November 1 Holy Day of Obligation - All Saints' Day
Friday, November 1 Newsletter Published
Meet Our SPX School Advisory Board Members
We Are Thankful for Our SAB Members Who Volunteer Their Time Each Month!
The primary purpose of the School Advisory Board is to provide the St Pius X Pastor and the Principal of St. Pius X School with counsel and advice regarding the fundamental policies and procedures of the school, as well as certain issues affecting the school, and to provide assistance and support in organizing and implementing special programs.
If you have topics you would like to bring to the SAB, please refer to this excerpt from the constitution: The right of non-members to address the advisory board shall be limited to those whose petition via email or written letter has been approved by the pastor or principal for the agenda at least fourteen days prior to the scheduled meeting. The President and the Principal will determine which submitted items will be discussed at a School Advisory Board meeting. Persons wishing to address the School Advisory Board are limited to no more than five minutes.
Dismissal Changes for 6th - 8th Graders
Our "Fast Pass" Dismiss Lineup Will Change Slightly Beginning on Monday
In order to prevent parishioners from being blocked in, parents will no longer be permitted to form lines between parking lanes. Parents will have the option of pulling into empty parking spots or lining up single file along the parish center. PLEASE pull up as close as possible to the car in front of you. If Officer Rettig or another staff member on duty asks you to move up or to a different location, please do so graciously as we work to accomodate the new procedure.
Fall Candy Bar Fundraiser
Thanks to Mrs. Lori Jenkins and Mr. Jose Vega for Chairing Our Fall Fundraiser!
THANKS to every family who supported our SPX Fall Fundraiser which helped our HSA raise $31,900 to provide a plethora of exciting events, trips, and programs for our students! Thanks, also, to all of the parents who helped Lori and Jose unpack and sort 20,520 candy bars!
Congratulations to the following top sellers and game truck winners!
1st place - Weimer 720 bars ($100 Gift Card)
2nd place - Louiso 630 bars ($50 Gift Card)
3rd place - Trejo 600 bars ($25 Gift Card)
Alpeter, Josselyn - 2nd
Amnah, Hannah - 7th
Amnah, Michael - 5th
Amnah, Finnley - 2nd
Balazik, Michael - 6th
Balazik, Nicholas - 4th
Bauchmoyer, Ethan - 4th
Belhorn, Logan - 8th
Fallous, Hamid - 8th
Dodovski, Joseph - 8th
Dodovski, Vincent - 8th
Dodovski, Lou - 4th
Edwards, Audrey - pre-k
Johnson, Braelyn - 2nd
Frase, Anna - K
Frase, Justin - 8th
Frase, Elle - 6th
Frase, Alexander - 5th
Himmelberg, Dean - 5th
Himmelberg, Natalie - 3rd
Trexler, Charles - 4th
Louiso, Vincent - 8th
Miller, Jared - 5th
Miller, Ethan - 3rd
Petkac, Leelynn - K
Petkac, Jordan - 2nd
Petkac, Keenan - 1st
Powell, Brooklyn - K
Powell, Boden - 2nd
Reed, Gabriel - 1st
Sandy, Maxwell - 6th
Soudah, Jessica - 7th
Soudah, Julian - 4th
Thapa, Sasmit - 8th
Thapa, Shawn - 3rd
Trejo, Tessa - 2nd
Weimer, Madison - 3rd
Weimer, Jack - 1st
Wells, Mikayla - 2nd
Wells, Mason - 1st
God's Gifts Sticker Design Contest Winners
Congratulations to Harper Rees (8th), Gracie Kehres (4th), and Karsyn Murphy (2nd), the design winners for our God's Gifts Stickers. Each of their designs will be made into stickers that will be distributed to students who share their God-given gifts with others.
Trunk or Treat*
SPX Teachers Make Learning Irresistible!
Mrs. Meyer has been "rocking" irresistible learning during the 6th grade mineral unit! Students cracked open geodes (with the help of Mr. Frase) and explored the special mineral property of fluorescence!
Our 3rd graders learned about potential, kinetic, and sound energy using a vinyl record!
Our 3rd graders enjoyed playing games to practice math facts.
Our 2nd graders conducted an experiment with bread to learn why handwashing is so important.
Let Your Light Shine
Mrs. Canfield's 1st graders shared ways we can share the light of Christ to be examples of St. Pope John Paul II's quote, “Let us live like children of the light”.
Jr. High Students Spent Time in Prayer in the Rosary Garden.
Mrs. Bernay's 3rd Graders Share How They Shine Christ's Light During "Drop the Mic."
Third grader, Parker Dennett, shared his gift for playing the cello with his classmates.
Welcome Little Panther!
Congratulations to the Saddler family on the addition of baby #3, Leo James! Mrs. Saddler, our school counselor, will be on maternity leave until mid-November.
Register Now for Jump Rope Club
Earn a Dress Down Day Pass for Your Child While Supporting Teachers*
Link Your Kroger Rewards to St. Pius X School & Church
Over 200 students have received at least one Dress Down Day pass for sending in a screenshot of a Kroger Rewards account linked to St. Pius X! Students may receive more than one pass if relatives or family friends link their accounts, too! We appreciate the support of our teachers!
If you link your Kroger Rewards Card to St. Pius X and send a screenshot to lruth1@cdeducation.org, your child(ren) will receive a Dress Down Day pass. If your relatives and friends link their cards, your child(ren) will earn more passes (up to ten total). We use all of the money earned to shower our incredible teachers with love throughout the year, so please spread the word!
Brick Fundraiser*
We need to sell at least 17 more bricks to begin the project!
If you are not able to order online, paper copies will be available next week, or follow the link below to see our vision and purchase today! Email Miss B bbuzensk1@cdeducation.org with any questions.
Cafeteria News
Great Things Are Happening in the Cafeteria!
Printable Lunch Menu By Month
Protecting God's Children Class Offered at SPX*
Tuesday, October 22 from 7:00 - 9:00
In order to chaperone field trips, coach teams, or volunteer in any capacity at SPX, you must complete a Protecting God's Children class and have fingerprints on file. You may take care of both requirements at SPX on Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00. Fingerprinting will be available beginning at 5:00 p.m. Please register here: https://www.virtusonline.org/virtus/reg_list2.cfm?theme=0
Volunteer Requirements
If you are a new parent or a new volunteer, please follow these steps to be able to volunteer at St. Pius X next year:
1. Register for a PGC class. https://www.virtusonline.org/virtus/reg_0.cfm?theme=0
2. Complete BCI (if you have lived in OH for 5 consecutive years) Code 2151.86
All reports MUST be sent to:
Safe Environment Office
Diocese of Columbus
197 E. Gay Street
Columbus, OH 43215
The school CANNOT receive them, do not send them to St. Pius X!
Spirit Wear Store*
Order Spirit Wear and Gym Uniforms at https://www.stpius.printphase.com/
We are excited to announce that the HSA has contracted with a new spirit wear company with several new perks!
**For the 24-25 school year, dry-fit uniform shirts will be acceptable on gym days. The shirts are on sale now.**
- Orders may be placed at any time
- Orders shipped directly to your home
- Faster turnaround times
- More color options
Flu Clinic
This year's flu shot clinic will be held on November 6. Please complete the paperwork in the link below.
Kindergarten Girl Scout Troop Forming
High School News
St. Charles Feeder School Dance for 7th & 8th Graders
St. Charles Feeder School Night for Boys
Community News
Preschool Newsletter
SPX Social Media*
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St. Pius X School
Email: stpiusx@cdeducation.org
Website: https://www.spxelementary.com/
Location: 1061 Waggoner Road, Reynoldsburg, OH, USA
Phone: 614-866-6050