Weekly Prayer
Deacon Scott Pickett
Heavenly Father,
you have given us the model of life
in the Holy Family of Nazareth.
Help us, O Loving Father,
to make our family another Nazareth
where love, peace and joy reign.
May it be deeply contemplative,
intensely Eucharistic,
revived with joy.
you have given us the model of life
in the Holy Family of Nazareth.
Help us, O Loving Father,
to make our family another Nazareth
where love, peace and joy reign.
May it be deeply contemplative,
intensely Eucharistic,
revived with joy.
Help us to stay together in joy
and sorrow in family prayer.
Teach us to see Jesus in the members of our families,
especially in their distressing disguise.
May the Eucharistic heart of Jesus
make our hearts humble like his
and help us to carry out our family duties
in a holy way.
May we love one another
as God loves each one of us,
more and more each day,
and forgive each other’s faults
as you forgive our sins.
Help us, O Loving Father,
to take whatever you give
and give whatever you take with a big smile.
and sorrow in family prayer.
Teach us to see Jesus in the members of our families,
especially in their distressing disguise.
May the Eucharistic heart of Jesus
make our hearts humble like his
and help us to carry out our family duties
in a holy way.
May we love one another
as God loves each one of us,
more and more each day,
and forgive each other’s faults
as you forgive our sins.
Help us, O Loving Father,
to take whatever you give
and give whatever you take with a big smile.
Immaculate Heart of Mary, cause of our joy: Pray for us.
St. Joseph: Pray for us.
Holy Guardian Angels, be always with us, guide and protect us.
St. Joseph: Pray for us.
Holy Guardian Angels, be always with us, guide and protect us.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel…Pray for us.
Amen.
(By St. Mother Teresa of Calcutta)
General Announcements
Parent Forum
Join us for our second Parent Forum of the year on Tuesday, September 10, at 6 p.m. in Foundation Hall. John Leggio, an expert on teen substance use, will present the program: Cannabis (Maryjane on Steroids) – Understanding the effects of today’s high potency cannabis on the teen brain and behavior.
John is the Founder and Director of the Mark, a teen substance abuse recovery program. He will provide valuable information on how today’s powerful marijuana strains affect the developing brains of teenagers. We encourage all parents to attend this informative presentation. As a reminder, all parents are required to attend one Parent Forum per year. We have one more scheduled for this semester on October 29, with an additional date to be announced for the second semester.
Career Day is Wednesday, September 11
We are excited to offer our first Career Day of the school year on Wednesday, September 11 during community period. We have 57 presenters from the community, mainly alumni and parents, who are eager to share insights about their professions with students. Students have chosen the presenters they want to hear from and will have the chance to attend two sessions, each lasting 30 minutes. Mark your calendars for our next Career Day on November 18.
Hispanic Heritage Month Bingo
Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with school-wide Bingo! You can purchase a Bingo card for just $1 in room 312. Bingo will kick off on Monday, September 16.
SCHS College Fair
Get ready for our annual College Fair on Tuesday, September 17. We’re excited to welcome more than 85 colleges and organizations from all across the country. All students will attend during the community period from 1-2:30 p.m. Parents are also invited to join us. Check out the list of colleges that will be attending.
Salpointe Parent Association (SPA) seeking donations for the homecoming basket raffle
SPA is seeking donations for our annual basket raffle at the Lancer tailgate pregame party. The raffle helps to boost event proceeds which directly benefit Salpointe students. Examples of past donations include gift certificates, beverages, holiday decor, services, items and attire. Please bring in your donation along with a completed donation form to the Advancement Office Room 606 by Friday, October 25, 2024.
For questions, contact Theresa Marquart, Manager of Parent Relations, Special Events and Planned Giving at tmarquart@salpointe.org or 520-547-5900. Your generosity is appreciated!
Spirituality
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Campus Ministry invites all students to participate in the Sacrament of Reconciliation, which will now be held on the last Friday of each month. Your next opportunity will be Friday, September 27. It will be available during both lunch periods: from 11-11:30 a.m. and from 12:30-1 p.m. in the Salpointe Chapel.
Sacrament of Confirmation Preparation Interest
Our Lancers who have been baptized and have received first communion can complete their sacrament of initiation in a new confirmation preparation program right here at Salpointe starting in October. If interested, please contact Campus Ministry no later than Friday, September 27.
Seniors
Grand Canyon University Open House
GCU is hosting a special info session for students interested in nursing and health sciences on September 21 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at their Tucson site on Campbell. Check out the GCU Open House details.
Senior Tributes: Show Your Love!
Create a Senior Tribute Yearbook Ad! Information regarding pricing and submission deadlines can be found here.
Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors
PSAT/SAT Bootcamps
Salpointe will be offering the PSAT to freshmen, sophomores and juniors on Friday, October 18. To best prepare our students, there will be bootcamps available on the following Saturdays: September 14, 21, 28 and October 5. View flyer to sign up here.
Europe 2026 Tour- Deadline Approaching
Today is your final chance to take advantage of the Travel26 voucher code!
We already have a fantastic group of students signed up, and there’s still room for more travelers to join! However, spots are filling up fast with only 20 spots left. If you haven’t registered yet, consider this your friendly reminder to sign up before the deadline approaches.
You can secure your place with just a $99 deposit. Plus, thanks to WorldStrides, we have an exclusive voucher code that gives you $435 off the tour fee if you enroll by tonight, September 6, no later than 11:59 p.m. Don’t miss out on this limited-time offer with the code Travel26.
We look forward to seeing you in Europe!
Athletics
Varsity Football Home Game
Fine Arts
Stevens Gallery “Viewpoints”
FASA (Fiber Artists of Southern Arizona) is a collective of professional artists located in Tucson, dedicated to the creation and promotion of textile and fiber art. You’re invited to meet these artists and enjoy their creations at a reception on Saturday, September 14, from 6-8 p.m. in Stevens Gallery. Additionally, the gallery will be open on Saturdays from 12-4 p.m. on the following dates: September 21, October 19 and November 9 (Homecoming.)
The artists of FASA bring their unique viewpoints to their art, exploring a range of contemporary themes including nature, family and heritage, abstract designs and geometrics, social commentary and wearable art. Methods and techniques include applique, weaving, stitching, surface design and hand dying and embellishments such as beading and embroidery. Don’t miss the chance to experience this stunning and contemporary showcase of fiber arts. For more details, view the flyer here. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Betina Fink at bfink@salpointe.org.
See Something, Say Something Tip Line
Call or text (520) 547-1954.
Bell Schedule
September 9 – B (Wellness Kickoff)
September 10 – A
September 11 – B (Career Day)
September 12 – A
September 13 – B (Quiet Study)
Important Dates
September 11
Career Day
September 14
Fiber Artists of Southern Arizona – Reception
6- 8 p.m., Stevens Gallery
September 17
1-2:30 p.m., Kalil Family Gym
September 21
Fiber Artists of Southern Arizona – Gallery
12-4 p.m., Stevens Gallery
October 2
Financial Aid Mini Open House
6 p.m., Click Family Library
October 4 & October 5
The Brave Knight, Sir Lancelot
Advanced Drama production & one-act competition show
6 p.m., Corcoran Theater
October 6-October 13
Fall Break
Please visit the Salpointe Calendar for more information.
Financial Aid
There are two options available to obtain Financial Aid at Salpointe. Please note, Option #1 (ESA) cannot be combined with any School Tuition Organization (STO) funds listed under Option #2. Families must select one or the other.
OPTION #1
Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA)
The ESA program is an account administered by the Arizona Department of Education and funded by state tax dollars to provide educational options for qualified Arizona students. For 2024-2025, Empowerment Scholarships are worth approximately $7,600. Apply online at https://www.azed.gov/esa.
OPTION #2
Financial Aid Independent Review (FAIR)
Apply to FAIR at www.fairapp.com: Salpointe’
Institute for Better Education (IBE)
IBE offers financial need-based awards and recommended funds to Salpointe students. Please apply at www.ibescholarships.org.
Arizona Tuition Connection (ATC)
ATC offers financial need-based awards and recommended funds to Salpointe students. Please apply at www.
Arizona Private School Tuition Organization (APSTO)
APSTO offers financial need-based awards and recommended funds to Salpointe students. Please apply at https://apsto.org/.
For more Financial Aid information, please click here.
Repeat Announcements
Advocate for Us All Club Book Drive
Advocate for Us All (AforA) Club is hosting a book drive for elementary and middle schools in the Tucson community. AforA has compiled a list of age-appropriate books that celebrate our common humanity. We’re emphasizing the value of students seeing themselves represented in stories, giving visibility to groups and perspectives that are often marginalized and modeling empathy and respect for others who might be different. If you are in a position to donate, simply purchase a book from our Amazon wishlist and click the registry shipping address (Salpointe) to help us reach our goal. Thank you!
Early Dismissal/Leaving Campus
Students are required to provide the Attendance Office (Student Services Center) with notification via note or phone call from the parent/guardian prior to leaving campus. Students may not leave campus without clearance by the Health or Attendance Office. Parents may not remove a student from campus without prior notification to the Attendance Office. Students being picked up with a dismissal slip should report to the Attendance Office. Violation of this policy may result in an absence and disciplinary consequences may be imposed.
**Please be sure to give at least a two hour notice for your request to be processed. The number for Attendance is 520-327-1990 or email; attendance@salpointe.
Note: Students who fall ill during school hours and need to go home must check out through the Health Office. The Health Office will facilitate the necessary travel arrangements for the student. Parents/Guardians are required to pick up their student from the Health Office, rather than from the Student Services Center.
After School Tutoring
Tutoring is held in rooms 408 and 411 from Monday through Thursday, between 3:00-4:15 p.m. All students seeking assistance in math, science, English or Spanish are encouraged to attend. A list of available tutors can be found here. To verify your child’s attendance in tutoring, please follow the instructions provided in the link. For any questions, please reach out to Sara Welchert at swelchert@salpointe.org.
Employment Opportunities
Please visit our Employment Page for current openings at Salpointe Catholic. We encourage you to share openings with friends and family who may qualify for the available positions. Salpointe offers a welcoming and supportive community, as well as a great benefit package that includes a tuition discount. If you have any questions, please contact Lee Mathias, the Director of Human Resources, at 520-547-5888 or lmathias@salpointe.org.
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