Celebrating 25 Years of Faith, Service & Xcellence!

Homecoming is a great opportunity for alumni to return to their roots and supporters to re-connect! Xavier will be celebrating Homecoming Week Oct. 2-6 and there are several events during this week alumni are welcome to join us for:

Wednesday, Oct. 4th: Homecoming Mass
9:50 a.m. | Ron Thillen Gymnasium | Xavier High School
Join us as we celebrate our Homecoming Mass, which will be celebrated by XHS alumnus, Fr. Ben Valentine (X14).

Thursday, Oct. 5th: Homecoming Future Saints Pep Walk
6-7 p.m. | Main Entrance Walk | Xavier High School
This is a great opportunity for alumni with little “future Saints” to meet and greet the Saints of today, who will be representing their respective activities and offering treats for our guests. Visitors can then stick around for our “light the night” pep rally in the gym. 

THE SAINTS SHOP WILL BE OPEN FROM 6-7:00 PM.

*In the event of inclement weather, this event will move indoors at Xavier.

Thursday, Oct. 5th: Homecoming “Light the Night” Pep Rally/Coronation/Bonfire 
7-8 p.m. | Ron Thillen Gymnasium | Xavier High School
Don’t miss our “Light the Night” Homecoming Pep Rally featuring lighting effects and glow-in-the-dark fun. The event will feature the Marching Saints, Xavier Cheerleaders, Xavier Dance Team, games, and will conclude with the coronation of our 2023 Homecoming King and Queen and traditional bonfire outside (weather permitting). Make sure to wear your glow-in-the-dark accessories and/or neon attire to help us light the night!

Friday, Oct. 6th: Homecoming Football Game & Hall of Fame
7:30 p.m. | Saints Field | Xavier vs. Oskaloosa
On Friday, October 6, 2023, we will be welcoming some 'xceptional individuals to the LaSalle-Regis-Xavier Alumni Hall of Fame! The induction will take place at halftime of Xavier's Homecoming football game vs. Oskaloosa. Varsity kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m.

THE SAINTS SHOP WILL BE OPEN FROM 6-8:00 PM.

Alumni and current/former XHS parents/family members are always welcome to join us for Mass at Xavier. There are a number of opportunities to celebrate Mass with us:

Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2023: Back-to-School Mass (First Day of School)
8:10 a.m.  |  Ron Thillen Gymnasium | Xavier High School

Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2023: Homecoming Mass
9:50 a.m.  |  Ron Thillen Gymnasium | Xavier High School

Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023: All Saints Mass
9:50 a.m.  |  Ron Thillen Gymnasium | Xavier High School

Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2023: Thanksgiving/Memorial Mass*
9:50 a.m.  |  Ron Thillen Gymnasium | Xavier High School

Friday, Dec. 8, 2023: Immaculate Conception Mass
9:50 a.m.  |  Ron Thillen Gymnasium | Xavier High School

Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2024: Catholic Schools Week Mass* 
with Regis, LaSalle, St. Joseph middle school students
9:50 a.m.  |  Ron Thillen Gymnasium | Xavier High School

Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024: Ash Wednesday Mass
9:50 a.m.  |  Ron Thillen Gymnasium | Xavier High School

Friday, May 24, 2024: Leadership Mass
10:50 a.m.  |  Ron Thillen Gymnasium | Xavier High School

*If planning to attend this Mass, please contact the Xavier Foundation at advancement@xavierdfoundation.org to ensure we have adequate seating provided. 

Friday Morning Masses
7:00 a.m.  |  Xavier High School Chapel

Xavier also offers Mass on most Friday mornings during the school year in the XHS chapel. Guests are welcome to join us for these as well! Make sure to check the Xavier calendar prior to attending to verify Friday Mass will be offered.. 

Alumni and guests are always welcome to come help cheer the Saints on to victory! Xavier’s athletic program is one of the most successful in the state of Iowa. Since opening its doors in 1998, Xavier has amassed a total of 47 team state championships in IHSAA/IGHSAU-sanctioned sports. During that time, Xavier has also produced more than 160 first-team All State/individual state champions across various sports. 

Click here for ticketing information to upcoming athletic competitions, schedules, and historical information on past championship teams/student-athletes.

GO SAINTS!

The XHS Performing Arts Department is proud to present its 2023 Fall Musical: Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “Cinderella.” An adaptation of the classic fairy tale, the XHS cast and crew bring to life a musical love story of magic, dance, and some new additions for those familiar with Disney’s version of this story. 

November 10-12 | Regis-LaSalle Theatre | Xavier High School

Showtimes: 

• Friday, Nov. 10: 7:00 p.m.
• Saturday, Nov. 11: 7:00 p.m.
• Sunday, Nov. 12: 2:00 p.m. 

Tickets will go on sale closer to show dates and will be available at XavierSaints.org/Tickets. 

Save the date for Season 8 of Dancing with the Saints! Join us for an fun-filled, energy-infused evening as our 10 Xavier community "stars" pair with 10 area dance pros to perform and compete for your voting donations. Recent Dancing with the Saints live events have been held in front of sell-out crowds in excess of 1,000 guests. Dancing with the Saints has raised over $1 Million since its inception in 2016 for various project needs at Xavier. Season 8 proceeds will again go to support K-12 Xavier Catholic School teachers via the Xavier Impact Fund. The dancing couple with the most voting donation dollars will be crowned our DWTS Season 8 "People's Choice" Champions! Voting Voting will open on October 30, 2023 and close at the conclusion of our live event on January 13, 2024. Tickets Tickets for the live event will go on sale online on November 6, 2023.

Information can be found at XavierSaints.org/DWTS.

Save the Date for “Forever Saints Day” and tune in on April 18, 2024. This is a day to celebrate our Catholic school heritage and future. Hear from special guests throughout the day as we visit with some familiar faces who have been a part of our story and help support K-12 Xavier Catholic School teachers by offering a gift to the Xavier Impact Fund. 

Information about our upcoming Forever Saints Day (and videos from past FSD events) can be found at XavierSaints.org/FSD.

Do you know an xceptional alum or a teacher, coach/director, or supporter who has made an impact for our Catholic schools?

As we celebrate Xavier’s 25th anniversary, we are strongly encouraging additional nominations of Xavier alumni. Of course, LaSalle and Regis alumni are also welcome as well! 

Hall of Fame induction will coincide with Xavier’s Homecoming football game in the fall. 

To nominate an outstanding individual and/or view past inductees, head to XavierSaints.org/HOF.

Nomiante Someone Today!

Did you know that Xavier offers nearly all of its morning prayers online for anyone to listen to?

As with everything at Xavier, we begin each and every school day in prayer, led by XHS faculty and staff. We strongly encourage you to listen to these impactful reflections and prayers throughout the year at XavierSaints.org/Morning-Prayer.

Listen to Morning Prayers...

Social media is a great way to keep up with the many xceptional things happening at Xavier on a daily basis. Make sure to follow Xavier High School on Facebook, Twitter/X, and Instagram. 

Hear the Good News!
Xavier’s weekly “Good News” email is also an outstanding way to stay in touch and get weekly highlights from XHS. To subscribe to the Good News, head to XavierSaints.org/GoodNews.

Subscribe to the Good News...

Xavier offers tours of the school and campus throughout the year. We invite you to schedule a tour and see for yourself what we have built together. Tours are a great option to include alongside class reunions. To schedule a tour today, email advancement@xavierfoundation.org.

Tours for Admission:
If you have a current or soon-to-be high school student and you are interested in touring to learn more about what Xavier can offer your student, please contact Cara Joens, XHS Admissions & College Career Coordinator at cara.joens@xaviersaints.org.