St. Francis Xavier School

St. Xavier School welcomed back alumni on Saturday, May 23rd. Former students came from near and far to be reunited with their classmates at the St. Xavier Alumni Banquet. All had the opportunity to tour campus, attend Mass, and catch up with one other over food, drinks, and yearbooks. Many thanks to local alumni for coordinating the event.

Another school year is in the books at St. Xavier School. This school year would not have been complete without the expertise and dedication of our staff. As we transition through this summer and prepare for next school year, we have many staff who are leaving us. With a combined 78 years devoted to St. Xavier, we wish them all the best as they move forward in their future endeavors. Staff who are leaving are as follows:

PreK4 Teacher – Amy Whitaker
Kindergarten Teacher – Taylor Hagge
4th Grade Teacher – Kelly Palmer
5th & 6th Grade Math and Science Teacher – Megan Baseley
7-12 Math Teacher – Alex Becker
7-12 Science Teacher – Kara Guthrie
PreK-12 Physical Education Teacher & Activities Director – Krista Skucius
School Secretary – Marissa Williams
Cafeteria Manager – Karen Girardot
Business Finance Manager – Carol Tompson
Marketing Director & Librarian – Kristel Jahnke
Principal – Shawn Augustine

Congratulations and best wishes to the class of 2026! Enjoy your well deserved summer break.
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Saying goodbye is bittersweet. Students gathered for yearbook signing, the senior class procession took place in the hallways, the K-12 end of year awards ceremony was held, and a 7-12 grade bowling party was organized to create a few final memories together.

The school community came together for a formal banquet to commemorate the 8th grade class promotion and recognize 6th-12th grade students who participated in extracurricular activities throughout the academic year.

Congratulations to our May teacher of the month Mr. Becker. Parents stated that Mr. Becker is an amazing teacher, making sure that students learn topics in a method that can be easily understood. He shares his expertise of mathematics and general knowledge with students in a way that makes them feel encouraged and excited to learn. Mr. Becker was the leading force behind the success of getting the scholars bowl team to state, investing much of his time over the season to ensure the St. Xavier team reached their tournaments safely and were prepared to compete. Excellent work, Mr. Becker!

Our middle school student of the month is 7th grader Lina N. Teachers say that Lina has grown so much in the one and a half years that she has been at St. Xavier. She has tremendously improved academically and has expanded her involvement in athletics, as well as choir and band. Lina is a person who has overcome obstacles to become who she is today and if she puts her mind to something, she can accomplish it. Nice job, Lina!

Congratulations to Irelyne S., the high school student of the month. Irelyne works to do well in the classroom and is involved in a variety of activities such as FBLA, StuCo, Forensics, choir, band, volleyball, track, and cheer. She has come so far since she arrived at St. Xavier as a 6th grader. Her confidence has grown immensely, and we are looking forward to all her future accomplishments in her academic career. Way to go, Irelyne!

As the school year winds down the fun amps up! Students have participated in a glow dance party, field trips, field day, and more!

Farerwell to our preschool friends for the 2025-26 school year!

The middle school track team concludes another great season. Lets hear it for our athletes who medaled or earned personal records at the St. John's meet!

Medals:
Macie G. - Silver in Triple Jump, Silver in 400m Run

Personal Records:
Macie G. - 200m Hurdles
Claire M. - 200m Hurdles
Kinsley D. - Shot Put, Discus
David G. - Shot Put
Juan S. - 1600m Run
Koltin B. - Long Jump