St. Francis Xavier Catholic School System

Kindness in action. ❤️

When Xavier Elementary fourth grader Katelyn Much learned that children in our community had been displaced by the recent tornado, she felt called to help. Through her Kid Kind Bag Project, Katelyn is filling bags with snacks, books, games, crafts, toys, and other surprises to bring comfort and joy to children during a difficult time.

Katelyn’s compassion is a beautiful example of what it means to be a missionary disciple—recognizing someone in need, responding with love, and sharing the light of Jesus through our actions.

We are incredibly proud of Katelyn for showing our community that no act of kindness is too small to make a difference.

“If we work together and be kind…we could change the world.” —Katelyn Much

Families affected by the tornado may request a free Kid Kind Bag at katelynskindness.com.

Hey, high school students!

Join us on August 16 for S’more Jesus & a Slice of Heaven! 🍕🔥
Bring a friend, make some new ones, and kick off the school year with faith, food, and plenty of fun!

5:00–6:00 p.m. | Pizza & games
6:00–6:30 p.m. | Holy Half Hour at St. Bernard
6:30–8:00 p.m. | S’mores, crafts & even more games

Come hungry and ready for a great night! 🙌

Today, our hearts and prayers are with everyone affected by the severe weather and tornado that moved through Appleton and Menasha earlier this afternoon. We know that many families may be facing uncertainty, damage to their homes, disruptions, or concern for loved ones. During times like these, we are reminded that our greatest strength is found in our faith and in the love we share as a community.

Please know that you and your family are in our prayers. If your family has been impacted by the storm in any way, we encourage you to reach out to the school. Whether you need assistance, resources, or prayers, we want to help however we can.

Likewise, if you are aware of a member of our school community who may be in need, please let us know so we can offer support while respecting each family's privacy.

In the days ahead, we will continue to pray for all those affected and look for opportunities to serve one another.

With heartfelt gratitude, we thank Bob Ellis for his three years of dedicated leadership as Chair of the Xavier Board of Trustees.

Throughout his tenure, Bob has led with wisdom, integrity, and a deep commitment to the mission of Xavier Catholic Schools. His servant leadership has helped strengthen our community and support our vision of providing an exceptional, faith-filled education for every student.

While his time as Board Chair comes to a close, we are grateful that his leadership will continue as Vice Chair for the 2026–2027 school year. Thank you, Bob, for your unwavering dedication, generous service, and steadfast commitment to Xavier. Your impact on our school community is truly appreciated, and we look forward to your continued leadership in the year ahead.

After six years of dedicated service, Sam Pociask's time on the Xavier Board of Trustees has come to an end. Throughout his tenure, Sam generously shared his time, talents, and leadership in support of the Xavier community.

As Chair of the Facilities Committee, Sam played an instrumental role in helping bring A Vision to Go Forth to life, providing thoughtful guidance and leadership for the Xavier Middle School Site Safety Project. His commitment to creating a safer, more welcoming campus for current and future generations of Xavier students will leave a lasting legacy.

Thank you, Sam, for your faithful service, steadfast leadership, and unwavering dedication to the mission of Xavier Catholic Schools. We are deeply grateful for the impact you have made and the countless ways you have helped strengthen our Xavier community.

🇺🇸 Happy Fourth of July 🇺🇸

Today, we thank God for the blessings of our nation and the freedoms we enjoy. As we gather with family and friends, may we also remember those who have courageously served and sacrificed to protect those freedoms.

We pray that God continues to bless our country, guide our leaders with wisdom, and fill our hearts with gratitude, hope, and peace.

Have a safe and joyful Independence Day

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The Steubenville-Joliet Partnership for Youth holds a special place in the hearts of 47 of our students and 7 of our chaperones this weekend. It was a weekend filled with joy, laughter, meaningful friendships, and unforgettable encounters with the love of Jesus Christ.

We are deeply grateful to the Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Green Bay for making this experience possible through their generous support. We also extend our sincere thanks to Mr. Welch for saying "yes," the Live Jesus Group for helping bring this opportunity to life, and especially to Mrs. Dunphy for her vision, dedication, and passion for providing our students with this incredible weekend of faith.

"My hope is to help our teens move from simply knowing about Jesus in their heads to truly knowing Him in their hearts—to encounter His love and be transformed by it, just as we experienced this weekend. I was hoping for 15 students to join us, so filling a bus with nearly 50 was truly incredible! I look forward to creating even more opportunities to ignite our Xavier High School students' Catholic faith and continue pointing them toward Jesus." — Mrs. Dunphy

Please continue to pray that the seeds planted this weekend continue to grow, and that our students carry the joy, hope, and love of Christ into our Xavier community and beyond.