Last week St. Pius X hosted its first Multicultural Night! It was amazing to see all the countries represented and to be able to taste, hear, and experience the flavors, music, games, and clothing of many different cultures. It was a beautiful representation of our students' diversity. We are lucky to be able to share, learn, and work with one another. St. Paul tells us in his letter to the Corinthians, "Just as a body, though one, has many parts, but all its many parts form one body, so it is with Christ!" Thank you to all those who planned, hosted a table, and attended. We look forward to continuing this event and seeing it grow next year.

I hope you all have a safe and enjoyable week filled with memorable family time during Spring Break!

Saturday, March 11 Power of the Pen Regional Competition

Monday, March 13-Friday, March 17 Spring Break-No School

Tuesday, March 21 All School Mass

Tuesday, March 21 School Board

Wednesday, March 22 7th Grade Leaves for Damascus

Wednesday, March 22 Kindergarten Field Trip to Franklin Park Conservatory

Thursday, March 23 7th Grade Damascus

Friday, March 24 7th Grade Returns from Damascus at 2:00

Friday, March 24 Friends Across Time (5th Grade)

Friday, March 24 Stations of the Cross (Led by 1st & 2nd)

Friday, March 24 End of Quarter 3

Saturday, March 25 A Night in Green Fundraising Gala

Tuesday, March 28 All School Mass

Thursday, March 30 Job Fair (5th Grade, Gym)

Thursday, March 30 Pizza With the Pastor (7th & 8th)

Friday, March 31 Dress Down Day (Light it Up in Blue for Autism)

Friday, March 31 Stations of the Cross (Led by 7th & 8th)

Friday, March 31 Report Cards Home

Friday, March 31 Newsletter

Tuesday, April 4 All School Mass

Thursday, April 6 - Monday, April 10 Easter Break - No School

**The yearly calendar may be found by logging in to your FACTS Family Portal.**

Our staff members are required to park towards the back of our lot, which means they need to cross through the morning loop. PLEASE stop and allow cars to cross through the loop. There have been several near accidents.

Please sign up ASAP so we have time to order prayer journals - click photo for registration link!

A sincere thank you to all who attended Multicultural Night and volunteered as presenters! It was a very special evening where families shared stories, created art, played traditional games, tried delicious food, and had the opportunity to "travel around the world" to learn about other cultures. We had 112 families in attendance! We definitely grew closer as a school community by celebrating our diversity!

Ethiopia - Tewolde

Cameroon - Kamkang, Taku, Acha

Eritrean - Amahatsion, Bereket, Sereke, Ellos, Ellos, Beyene, Natnael

Hispanic Guatemala and Venezuela - Andrino-Doerschlag

Philippines - Noll

Guatemala - Nedeau

Netherlands - Louiso

Mexico - Chavira

Poland - Bednarski/England

Macedonia - Rees

Italy - Viglietta

African American - Kershaw

We'd also like to thank the committee who organized this incredible event: Miss Thomas, Mrs. Schiele, Senora Nedeau, Miss Camp, Mrs. Canfield, Mrs. Kitsmiller, Mrs. Smith, and Mrs. Kershaw

Each Friday, different grade levels have the opportunity to lead our Stations of the Cross. Last week, our 5th and 6th graders created these beautiful mosaics to depict Jesus' final days. Today, we had the opportunity to participate in a beautiful rendition of the Living Stations with our 3rd & 4th graders. We'll be sure to share more photos on social media!

We are only able to provide financial assistance (from the diocese or SPX) to families who complete the application through FACTS Management. Please use the link below.

We were thrilled to have nearly 60 parents in attendance at our social media presentation! Judge Crocroft shared a powerful message about the consequences of misusing texting and social media. If you didn't have the opportunity to attend, please be sure check out the resources below, and remember YOU are the parent and YOU own the phone! (We will add the video once it's uploaded to YouTube.) In order to help protect your child, we would encourage the following:

• Do not allow your child to have devices in their room at night, have a charging station in YOUR room.
• Get a monitoring app (See suggestions below)
• Periodically check the search history
• Ask for the phone at random times and look through it
• Know their passwords and periodically check to make sure they are using apps appropriately
• If you see concerning material, contact parents of the kids involved (Parents should stick together.)

Additionally, Judge Cocroft spoke to our 5th - 8th graders. She asked how many of them would feel comfortable with their parent, an administrator, or even her looking at their phones. While there were LOTS of kids who raised their hand in regards to owning a cell phone, the number of hands decreased drastically when they considered allowing an adult to see what they are doing. She explained how one bad decision can follow them for the rest of their lives and what to do if they receive an inappropriate photo. Please have a discussion with your child about the serious consequences of misusing their devices.

Here are some suggestions for monitoring of devices:

Free Options

Android: Google Family Link

iOS: Family Sharing

Paid Subscriptions for More In-depth Monitoring

Bark

Circle

Qustodio (free for 1 device, paid for additional devices)

Kaspersky Safe Kids

On February 27, students from Bishop Hartley (some who were SPX alumni!) gave a presentation on the Catholic Social Teaching of Solidarity. The presentation started with a teaching from Fr. Vince Nguyen, pastor of St. Mary's German Village. Fr. Vince spoke about the importance of looking out for our neighbors. We are one human family whatever our national, racial, ethnic, economic, and ideological differences. The Hartley students shared how the uphold the teaching of solidarity through positive communication, standing up for others, watching their language and not making inappropriate jokes, loving themselves, and making friends with the right people. Andrew Jahan, Vice Principal of Operations at BHHS, spoke to the students about school being foundtional and formational: a time when we are learning the building blocks for a successful life. We are grateful for the example of the BHHS Hawks!

This year's SPX Confirmation Retreat was held on Saturday, March 4th. A team of 20 high school students and 15 adults led 8th grade students through a variety of interactive experiences including community/team building activities, skits, peer witness talks/testimonies, and small group discussions. In the evening, students had the opportunities to meet with Christ in Adoration, go to Confession, and attend Mass.

Not only did all of these activities strengthen the Confirmands resolve to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation, but students also received some practical tips on how to navigate their upcoming high school years. At the end of the evening, students stood at the foot of the altar and committed themselves to living as disciples of Jesus Christ, and to go out and encourage others to do the same.

Last weekend, our 5th Grade Girl Scout Troop #6378 hosted a "lock-in" for approximately 60 SPX Girl Scouts from 1st-5th grades. After their sleepover in the school gym, the many of the scouts attended Mass at SPX for Girl Scout Sunday.

Congratulations to the Knight of Columbus Regional Free Throw Champions. Jake Pitcock, Hannah Held, and Zoey Locklear are headed to States to compete in their age groups!

Totals for Collection:

Angle-0

Marvin-54

Woods-136

Maloney-3

Berger-13

Kehres-10

Schwab-4

Meyer-1

Nardy-5

Barrett-21

Moriarity-17

Weber-36

Mathys-37

Camp-78

Canfield-8

Hayson-3

Thomas-8

Marchi-89

Evans-20

Would you like a chance to win a free year's tuition to St. Pius X School? Tuition raffle tickets are $20 each or 6 for $100. The winner will be picked on March 25th at our 10th annual A Night In Green auction gala, but you do not need to be present to win.

Haven't had a chance to register? Tickets are going fast! The deadline to register to attend A Night In Green is Saturday, March 18th. All tickets and sponsorships can be purchased here: https://one.bidpal.net/anightingreen/welcome

There are lots of ways to participate! We are still looking for volunteers. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0845aeaa2aa3f94-anight#/

Please reach out to the A Night In Green committee at anightingreen@yahoo.com with any questions.

SAVE THE DATES! Seton and St. Pius will team up again this summer for Vacation Bible School from June 19th to 23rd! This year's theme is SonForce Kids: Special Agents for God. It will once again be hosted by Seton.

Registration will open for volunteers (Students who have completed grade 5 through Adults) on April 1st. Many volunteers are needed, so please prayerfully consider being a part of this exciting event. Registration will open for participants on May 1st. For more information, contact Judie Bryant at spx_cia_news@yahoo.com.

Email: stpiusx@cdeducation.org
Website: https://www.spxelementary.com/

Location: 1061 Waggoner Road, Reynoldsburg, OH, USA
Phone: 614-866-6050
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