Weekly Prayer
Papal Call for Vigil for Peace
Pope Leo XIV invites everyone to join him in a Prayer Vigil for Peace on Saturday, April 11, beginning at 6:00 p.m. Rome time (9:00 a.m. Tucson time). All are invited to pray for peace in our world, whether that prayer is lifted up in parishes, chapels, or in the silence of our hearts. See the statement from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops for more details.
An excerpt from the Prayer for Peace of Pope Francis:
Lord Jesus, we adore your cross which frees us from sin, the origin of every division and evil;
We proclaim your resurrection, which ransoms man from the slavery of failure and death;
We await your coming in glory, which will bring to fulfilment your kingdom of justice, joy and peace.
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, pray for us.
General Announcements
Letter from the Principal
Happy Friday, Lancers,
Today was a very special day here at Salpointe as our seniors gathered for their final All-School Mass. Moments like this remind us just how quickly time has passed and how meaningful their journey has been.
As they sat together one last time in this sacred space, it was a powerful reminder that the next time they will come together as a class to celebrate Mass will be at their Baccalaureate Mass at the Cathedral. We held each of them in a special way in prayer today, recognizing this as one of many important “lasts” they will experience in the coming weeks. Our seniors are deeply loved, and we are incredibly proud of the young men and women they have become.
We were also honored to welcome Bishop James Misko, the eighth Bishop of the Diocese of Tucson, to celebrate Mass with us. His presence made this already meaningful day even more special, and we are truly blessed to have had him on campus.
Our academic celebrations continue to roll in. Please join me in congratulating our National Merit Commended students: Carolina Gonzalez, Colt Koontz, Liana Tang, and Michelle Yap…an outstanding accomplishment that reflects their hard work and dedication.
And finally, it is with great pride that we share a remarkable achievement. Baron Hurst has been named a finalist in the prestigious MathCON National Student Math Competition. Competing against thousands of students across the country, Baron has demonstrated exceptional problem-solving skills and mathematical talent. This recognition places him among the top young mathematicians in the nation, an incredible accomplishment.
To all of our scholars, stay strong…we only have a few weeks to go until finals!
Sincerely,
Ardemis Martin
Principal
Principal
Teacher of the Quarter: Ms. Elena Ash
We are proud to announce that Ms. Elena Ash has been voted Teacher of the Quarter by our students! This recognition reflects the meaningful impact she has on her classroom each and every day.
Students describe Ms. Ash as “amazing,” “supportive,” and “fun,” highlighting her ability to create an engaging and welcoming environment. They appreciate how deeply she cares about her students—both academically and personally—and how she brings lessons to life with creativity, humor, and meaningful connection. Many shared that her class is a place where they feel encouraged, supported, and excited to learn.
Her dedication to helping students grow as writers and thinkers, along with her willingness to meet students where they are, truly sets her apart. As one student shared, “Walking into class and seeing her makes me happy.”
Congratulations, Ms. Ash, on this well-deserved honor!
Stop the Bleed: Free Lifesaving Training
InterVol, in partnership with Salpointe Catholic High School and the Notre Dame Club of Tucson, is offering a free STOP THE BLEED training for the Tucson community on April 25. Gain the confidence and skills to control bleeding in an emergency. All ages are welcome.
Share Your Photos for the Yearbook!
Please consider sharing your favorite Salpointe memories with us! Submit any Salpointe-related photos for possible inclusion in the Spring Supplemental Yearbook Insert. Click here to upload your photos.
Spirituality
Daily Mass and Prayer
All are welcome to join us for daily morning prayer in Salpointe’s Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Chapel. Campus guests are asked to check in at the Glenn Street gate and the front office before proceeding to the chapel.
Daily Mass is celebrated Monday-Friday from 7:30-8:00 a.m. Mass is not offered on all-school Mass days, late-start schedules, or days when school is not in session.
Financial Aid
It’s Not Too Late: Support Salpointe Through Tax Credits
There is still time to make a tax credit donation that directly benefits Salpointe students. Your support helps fund valuable programs and opportunities for our community.
Make your contribution today through IBE’s dedicated Salpointe link.
Seniors
Graduation: Request for Extra TCC Tickets
To request additional TCC tickets, visit the school website and navigate to Parents > Graduation. Scroll down and select the button to request more tickets.
Please note that each family will automatically receive 20 TCC tickets.
Senior College Decisions Update
Seniors are in the midst of finalizing their college decisions and have until May 1 to commit to the school of their choice. We are proud to celebrate our students who have been admitted to universities across Arizona, the country, and around the world. Seniors, please remember to:
- Update your college outcomes in Scoir (My Colleges → Applied), including acceptances, denials, and waitlist decisions.
- Send copies of your college decisions and any academic scholarships to your college counselor at tmccall@salpointe.org or levans@salpointe.org.
Each year, we compile a list of college acceptances based on the decision letters students submit, and we carefully track both acceptances and total scholarships awarded. For reference,
here is the Class of 2025: College Acceptances.
Fine Arts
Bright Star: A Story of Hope and Redemption
Bright Star is a deeply moving musical about love, loss, faith, and the power of forgiveness. Told through powerful storytelling and vibrant bluegrass music, the show follows two timelines that ultimately collide in a story of hope and redemption.
Performances will be held in the Corcoran Theater on the following dates:
- Friday, April 10 at 6 p.m. – Opening Night
- Saturday, April 11 at 2 p.m. – Alumni Show
- Saturday, April 11 at 6 p.m. – Regular Show
- Sunday, April 12 at 2 p.m. – Matinee
- Friday, April 17 at 6 p.m. – Parent Night
- Saturday, April 18 at 6 p.m. – Senior Night
- Sunday, April 19 at 2 p.m. – Matinee, Techie Night, and Closing/Soft Strike
Art Exhibit Closing Events in Stevens Gallery
Please join us for the closing celebration of the exhibition “Dreams, Deities and Archetypes” co-sponsored by the Southern Arizona Friends of Jung. To mark the last public viewing of the exhibition, the gallery will be open on April 18, 2026 from 12-4 p.m.. At 1:30 p.m. there will be a screening of several evocative short videos by painter and video artist Kathy Keler. This will be followed by an informal panel discussion on “Meeting the Unconscious in Art-Making”. Gallery visitors are invited to participate in the discussion led by five artists who are in the exhibition. Light refreshments will be served. View the flyer here and the show catalog here.
Athletics
Athletic Commitment Celebration
Attention senior student-athletes who have committed to playing their sport in college next year and did not participate in the January event:
We will host our Spring Athletic Commitment Celebration on Thursday, April 23, at 3:00 p.m. in the gym. Please stop by the Athletic Office in Room 115 to pick up an invitation.
If you have any questions, contact Athletic Director Phil Gruensfelder at (520) 547-1958 or athletics@salpointe.org.