Mock Trial team qualifies for state competition
The Mock Trial team is headed to the state competition! Pius X won its regional competition, earning its spot in the two-day final. Team members at the regional competition included Nicole O’Donnell, Maria Fix, Claire Kolbet, Isabel Buss, Aubrey Buckner, Jaxson Hanks, Jonah Meduna, Brody Schneiders, and Isabella Nemec. They are coached by Andy Barry,
The Masur family of educators at Pius X
Three members of the Masur family work at Pius X High School this year. Erin Masur (author of the cover letter for this month’s newsletter) is a former math teacher and current assistant principal; Danielle Karre is a math teacher and department chair, and Mark Masur is in his first year at Pius X as
A shared commitment among staff … and family
Let’s use this season not only to reflect on knowledge but also to nurture conversations that are fruitful, joyful, and uplifting. Together, as a community, we can make this time of year both meaningful and memorable.
Part-time positions in Nutrition Services
Pius X has an opening for a part-time line server for school lunches, 3-5 days a week from 11 am to 1:30 pm on school days. Food Handlers permit is required
Fall 2024 Student-Athlete Signings
Thunderbolt student-athletes were honored for having committed and signed to play a sport in college. More student-athletes in the Class of 2025 will be honored in the spring. Zachary Barnes Parents – Gary and Lisa Barnes Collegiate Sport – Football College Choice – Dordt University—Sioux Center, Iowa Conference Affiliation –Great Plains Athletic Conference Division –
October Student Athletes of the Month
Congratulations to our October Student Athletes of the Month! Natalie Oorlog, Hannah Swanson, Nick Phelan, and Carter Peed.
Skin in the game: Hands-on experience with suturing techniques
Jenna Steenson’s Anatomy & Physiology students are learning all about the integumentary system (the skin) and how it heals. To gain hands-on experience, students are also learning about suturing techniques. They are practicing various types of sutures, each with its own purpose depending on the wound’s location and size. This activity not only familiarizes them
PODCAST: Fr. Angelus at RESTORE
Fr. Angelus – 2013 Pius X graduate Rusty Montgomery – was the featured speaker at this month’s RESTORE, which includes testimony, music, adoration, the opportunity for confession and more. “And I want to say it’s a gift because it’s his gift to you. You’re showing up tonight. I’m so impressed. I’m so moved by not
Results from AcaDeca Scrimmage
The Academic Decathlon team competed in their first scrimmage of the season. Results: Caroline Fulkerson (Honors): Art: Bronze Jonah Meduna (Honors): Art: Silver; Literature: Bronze Kaily Wesely (Honors): Art: Gold; Literature: Gold; Math: Bronze Inara McArthur (Scholastic): Art: Bronze; Literature: Gold Malachi McArthur (Scholastic): Art: Silver; Literature: Silver Leo Werner (Scholastic): Art: Gold; Math: Bronze
Meet the Counseling Center Team
Connie Freudenberg is in her 14th year at Pius X High School. She earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees at Chadron State College. (Although some students are hesitant to believe this, Chadron is in the state of Nebraska.) Her first teaching position was on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation at a Jesuit-Catholic school ~ Red
The roles of our school counselors at Pius X
Happy November from the Pius X Counseling Center! This month’s newsletter highlights the role the school counselor plays within the Pius X community.
New hires for school and foundation
Tessa Contreras is from Lincoln, Nebraska. She grew up in St. Joseph Parish and is now a parishioner at St. Teresa’s. She graduated from Pius X High School in 2010. She holds a bachelor degree in Psychology and also studied Philosophy and Child, Youth, and Family Studies at the University of Nebraska – Lincoln. Tessa
