Groupwork adds different learning opportunities in Geometry
Students in Anne Driewer’s Differentiated Geometry class put their knowledge to use to solve problems requiring the area of various complex shapes.
New Pick Family Scholarship and Endowment
The Pick Family Scholarship and Endowment have been established to help students make their Pius X dreams a reality. Willa Mae Pick, grandmother of two Pius X alumni, invested $100,000 from an annuity to establish the two new funds. The Pick Family Scholarship will assist students in need, and the Pick Family Endowment will assist
Documenting the school year a page at a time
Using graphic design software, students learn about layout and design and utilize writing skills to create special memories that live forever.
Healthy cooking and safe practices in Food & Nutrition class
In additional the reading, writing and arithmetic, students are learning lifelong skills such as safe and healthy cooking practices!
New Pius X band room to be named after Pearle Francis Finigan
The Pearle Francis Finigan Foundation, one of the most generous benefactors for the arts at Pius X and throughout our community, is among the first to join us in our vision to expand and enhance the Pius X Arts facilities.
Financial Reports 2021-22
This annual report is an opportunity to thank you and everyone who has supported Pius X High School and the Pius X Foundation during this past year.
Letter from our Foundation Director
Dear Pius X and Cathedral High School Alumni, Parents, and Friends, It is often said that the generosity of the Pius X Family cannot be surpassed. Words cannot express how grateful we are to the thousands of people who have invested in the Pius X Foundation and Pius X High School, volunteered their time and
Students showcase language knowledge in real-time with presentation
Students presented to their classmates their daily routines in Spanish, with some students using their iPads to add to their presentation.
In Remembrance (Winter 2022)
Pius X Alumni Marc Gorges ’66 passed away December 22, 2021. Roger Maly ’84 passed away June 28, 2022. Father of Connor Maly ’15 and Chase Maly ’18. Brother of Kathleen (Maly) Arnt ’78. Uncle of Brian Arnt ’03, and Jamie Arnt ’07. Preceded in death by his brother Gary Maly ’77 and sister Terri
Walking El Camino, Alone & Together
Michael Donlan ’99 and his two sons, John ’25 and Andrew ’26, students at Pius X, walked ‘El Camino de Santiago’ last summer. The Camino de Santiago, also known as the Way of St. James, is a physical and spiritual journey following a path of medieval origin in Spain. The trek can take up to
For the Love of a Classmate
Chris Boland ’82 needed help if he was going to move back to Lincoln. His classmates were more than willing to help.
Fostering a Culture of Discipleship
“Those experiences often give us deep and real encounters with God. But what happens after that? God seeks us every day. He wants to share in our every moment. When we do recognize an encounter, how do we process that?”
Students seeing the details in the science of cells
Kayla Boellstorff’s Biology class were using microscopes to view the cell structure, and learn and identify the phases in the cell cycle.
Biology board game re-enforces phases of photosynthesis
In Jesse Andres’ AP Biology class, students played a board game answering questions on the phases of photosynthesis.
Volumes of activity in Chemistry lab
Students in Joanna Andrews’ Chemistry class were working on measuring volumes.
Succeeding in hard things, even with anxiousness
From Shelly Pick, Director of Counseling Have you ever set a goal and then given up? I have. Plenty of times. Finally, a few years ago, I decided to make a goal and stick with it. To make sure I followed through, I told A LOT of people what I was doing and I am
Drawing on their knowledge of French
Students in Stephanie Werner’s French 1 class practicing their French and drawing skills by learning while playing Pictionary.
Testing the taste of Hummus Brownie Batter
Hundreds of students taste-tested Brownie Batter Hummus during their lunches today. The key ingredient is black beans (see recipe in pictures), which were locally harvested. Students had the choice of dipping in a cookie treat or a pretzel. This event is part of Pius X’s Farm to School initiative through its Food Services program.
Drafting the plan for a strong foundation
Students in Don McKee’s Architectural Drafting class were working on their architectural drawings using Computer Aided Design software.
Three medalists at varsity invite
Ava Miller got 1st place in Novice Dramatic Interpretation
Andrew Donlan got 3rd place in Novice Humorous Interpretation
Ryan Hoffschneider got 5th place in Varsity Informative Speaking
The study and debate of Julius Caesar
Abbie Allen’s English II class have been studying Julius Caesar. Students participated in a four-corners debate, discussing some of the major themes and discussing whether they agreed or disagreed on major points.
The marketing of a new menu item
Students were taking part in a Marketing Evaluation for a new menu item! In conjunction with Farm to Table, students performed an evaluation of a recipe they’d tried last week. Students are voting on a name and what to accompany this new delicacy which uses local black beans. The recipe with tested in the cafeteria
Fall 2022 Student-Athlete Signing Ceremony
Thunderbolt student-athletes from were honored this year for having committed and signed to play a sport in college. More student-athletes in the Class of 2023 will be honored at a similar ceremony next spring. Lanie Brott Parents – Joel and Susan Brott Collegiate Sport – Volleyball College Choice – Concordia University – Seward, Nebraska Conference
Station-to-station math, with three minutes to solve each equations
In Alex Adams Algebra II class, students had to think fast: Working in groups to solve an equation in three minutes, they worked their way around the classroom visiting eight stations.
New Front Entrance & Welcome Center
Dedication: The blessing, the Gospel and the school A special blessing was bestowed upon the front door, welcome center and office spaces of Pius X High School on Friday, April 12, by Bishop James D. Conley. Read More https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/933881861 Construction Updates As part of Pius X High School’s commitment to hospitality and safety for our
