Announcements
GPACAC Signature College Fair in Lincoln
Sunday, April 21, 1:00-3:00pm Southeast Community College, Lincoln Campus (Gym) 8800 O Street Lincoln, NE 68520 https://app.strivescan.com/students to register for your barcode.
Digital Expressions Media Camp June 9-14 at UNK
Express your creativity while developing technical and analytical skills through the use of high-end video and audio equipment! Under the instruction of highly experienced professors and current undergraduate students, learn how to tell a story using professional-level equipment and software! The Digital Expressions Media Camp is for high school students with an interest in media. Campers range from incoming high school freshmen to graduating seniors about to enter college. To apply: https://mcluhan.unk.edu/mediacamp/register.html
NWU is hosting a FAFSA Help Night
To help students and families navigate the FAFSA crisis, NWU is hosting a FAFSA Help Night. My staff and I will lead the in-person meeting to help families understand and complete the FAFSA. We encourage them to bring a laptop or smart phone to access the FAFSA during the program. FAFSA Help Night at NWU Tuesday, April 23, 2024 6:30 – 7:30 pm Nebraska Wesleyan University Smith-Curtis Administrative Building Callen Conference Center
February Student Athletes of the Month
February Student-Athletes of the Month: front row, from left – Layna Meents, junior, basketball; Kaelin Ta, sophomore, cheer; Carson Dillingham, sophomore, wrestling; Brady Bixenmann, freshman, wrestling; second row – Kellen Humm, senior, basketball; Mike Haith, junior, basketball; Sara Iburg, senior, basketball; Georgia Wright, freshman, basketball.
Wrestling Meeting
There is a quick Wrestling Meeting after school in the wrestling room Thursday, April 4th. Camp information and how to sign up and also, turn in all checked out wrestling gear. Email Coach Jerry.Clinch@PiusX.net if you cannot come or have questions.
‘Summer Visit’ and ‘Just Juniors’ days at Nebraska Methodist College
Summer Visit Day – Thursday, July 11, 2024 Not sure which nursing or allied health career is right for you? Still trying to figure out if NMC is right for you? Register for Summer Visit Day to tour the campus, get details about your program of interest, learn about financial aid and more. To register: https://dd0000000hubjeaq.my.salesforce-sites.com/events/targetX_eventsb__events#/esr?eid=a1HQk000000kZ9FMAU Just Juniors Day – Wednesday, April 17, 2024 Are you considering a rewarding and in-demand career in healthcare? Discover the exciting opportunities at Just Juniors Day at Nebraska Methodist College (NMC) is for you. At this event, you’ll learn about NMC’s healthcare programs, such as nursing, physical therapist assistant, sonography, respiratory therapy and surgical technology. To sign up visit: https://dd0000000hubjeaq.my.salesforce-sites.com/events/targetX_eventsb__events#/esr?eid=a1HQk000000SJZBMA4
Latex allergy announcement
Due to allergies in the school to latex, we kindly ask our families and guests to refrain from bringing latex balloons into Pius X. Metallic and latex-free balloons are allowed. Thank you for your help.
Advanced Placement (AP) Exams
Parents of students who are taking AP Exams in May will be receiving e-mails from the Counseling Center. These e-mails will contain important information about the test dates/times and what is allowed in the testing room. Students will receive a School Activity Absence Form from the Counseling Center at least two days prior to the test date. If you have any questions regarding AP Exams, please contact Connie Freudenberg: connie-freudenberg@cdolinc.net. Exam Schedule:May 6 – U.S. Government and Politics; Chemistry; Art HistoryMay 7 – Human Geography; StatisticsMay 8 – English Literature (Digital)May 9 – Environmental ScienceMay 10 – US History (Digital)May 14 – Physics: Mechanics; Physics: Electricity & Mag.May 16 – BiologyMay 24 – Calculus AB/BC
Lincoln Area College Fair
GPACAC’s Lincoln Area College Fair April 21st, 2024 1:00 – 3:00 PM Southeast Community College – Lincoln Campus Gym 8800 O Street Lincoln, NE 68520 Go to www.strivefair.com to sign up.
Bryan College of Health Science Camps
Health Career Camps These events give students the opportunity to explore our health care programs through hands-on activities. Meet our faculty, staff and current students, take a tour of campus and learn if Bryan College of Health Sciences is the right fit for you! 2-Day Camp Dates: June 10-11 Time: 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Cost: $100 (includes lunch) To sign up https://www.bryanhealthcollege.edu/bcohs/classes-events/registration/?eventId=11221eea-a0d2-ee11-a861-000d3a611ea2 5-Day Camp with College Credit Our college-credit summer camp. Students will also take a Medical Terminology class for one college credit. Dates: June 17-21 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Cost: $300 (includes lunch) If you qualify for free and reduced lunch, please call us about scholarship opportunities at 402-326-4925. To sign up: https://www.bryanhealthcollege.edu/bcohs/classes-events/search-results-details/?eventId=ee814693-a0d2-ee11-a861-000d3a611ea2
West Point Summer Leader Experience
What is SLE? Learn more about SLE at https://www.westpoint.edu/admissions/summer-program Apply now at https://apply.westpoint.edu/portal/candidate
Bright Lights Camp Assistant
Bright Lights is seeking engaged teens to volunteer as Camp Assistants this summer with our half-day and full-day camps in June and early July. Camp topics include robotics, sewing, art, literature, genetic engineering, dissection, cooking, chess, fashion design, skateboarding, jewelry making, crafting and more! Gain some resume-worthy experience and explore a potential career in education. Choose your camp(s) and week(s) based on your availability and interests. To learn more and to apply, visit https://brightlights.org/camp-assistants/. Application will remain open through early June 2024.
Prom and Post Prom Information
Pius X Juniors and Seniors are cordially invited to the Pius X High Schools’ Prom on Saturday, April 27th, at The Embassy Suites Hotel from 7-11pm. Tickets $45 and $5 for parking. The Post Prom Committee has started preparing for the after party for prom night, an event that provides a safe and fun evening of activities and great food for our students following prom. Post prom will run from 11:00 pm – 2:00 am. Tickets will be available for $10 each in tandem with the prom ticket sales April 10th – 12th during lunches. Students are allowed to attend either prom or post-prom, without attending the other. Junior and Senior parents, please be on the lookout for a signup via email to help volunteer that evening. It truly can’t happen without the gracious presence of many parents. Any questions, please email Sara Gubbels at sara-gubbels@cdolinc.net.
Summer Camps at Pius X
Summer camps are available for registration at www.piusx.net/camps. Camps are offered for students in grades kindergarten through 12, and include academics, arts and athletics.
Dennis Uniform Store address change
Please note the Dennis uniform store in Omaha has moved to 4305 S. 120th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68137.
2023-24 Fall Semester Honor Roll
Click to see the students who are on the Fall 2024 Honor Roll.
Uniform Days – Summer 2024
Uniform Days for the 2024-25 school year will kickoff on June 1 from noon to 4 pm in the school’s new gym. Enter through Door #1. New uniforms will be available to try on, purchase, and order (cash, check and credit card accepted). The Thrifty Thunderbolt used uniform sale will also be available (cash and check accepted). The Booster Club will be selling Pius X gear. Additional Dates for uniform sales are: Uniforms will also be available on picture, schedule and locker day from 8:30am to 3pm on Wednesday, Aug. 7. For uniform assistance, contact uniformshop@piusx.net.
BOLT GALA: Passport to Pius X
We are excited to invite you to participate in the 2024 BOLT Gala on Saturday, April 20, 2024. The single largest fundraising event of the year for Pius X High School, the BOLT Gala raises funds to support capital improvements to the school. Proceeds from BOLT 2024 will help pay for our new front entrance and welcome center, which is scheduled to be completed in February 2024. It will also help pay for a new state-of-the-art security system complete with high-resolution cameras, controlled door access, and automated door monitoring for enhanced security school-wide. Learn more at piusx.net/bolt.
College planning information for juniors and their parents
Shelly Pick, Director of Counseling, has created a Power Point presentation, ‘The College Admission Process‘ to begin preparing junior students and parents for junior meetings which will begin in January. This is the first step in formally preparing for life beyond high school. Please be sure to check out the Power Point that also can be found on the Pius X website at www.piusx.net/counseling/post-graduation-planning/.
Purchase bricks to support front entrance and welcome center project
The new front entry design will enhance the experience of school visitors through a centralized “Welcome Center” that beautifully integrates with the school’s existing architecture, offering increased safety, an expanded front office, and a new student health center. Through this project, Pius X Family members will have a unique opportunity to be part of the Pius X legacy with customized engraved bricks that will be installed along the new front entrance walkway. Engraving your name, or the names of students, alumni, beloved family members, teachers, or friends provides an opportunity for commemorating your Pius X memories in a special way. Students, staff, and visitors for decades to come will see the names and inspiring messages custom engraved on these beautiful walkway bricks. Limited quantities of engraved bricks are available. Please see the Brick Policy for details before you submit your custom engraving message for approval. CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE
Drivers education courses
Pius X High School does not offer drivers education courses for teenagers, but we are aware of area businesses that provide this training. They include, but may not be limited to: All Metro Driving School Road Ready Southeast Community College
Information about 529 College Savings plan
In 2018, a change at the federal government level granted states the opportunity to allow funds in 529 College Savings Plans to be used for K-12 education expenses. However, Nebraska’s state rules do not allow people to use those funds in that manner. You may learn more about this topic on this website – https://www.nest529direct.com – or speak directly with a financial planner.