Volume 3 | Issue 9
Sunday, Oct. 25
- Choir Rehearsal & Mass (9:30am church)
- Adult Basketball - Click to join Signal group here if interested
Monday, Oct. 26
- Homework Club (after school) - Sign up student here
- Littlest Knights Practice (after school)
- Knight Crew 2 Practice (evening)
Tuesday, Oct. 27
- Band Practice - Beginner / Intermediate (during school)
- Band Practice - Advanced (after school)
- Art Club (after school)
- Student Mass (during school)
- Band Practice - Intermediate (after school)
- Homework Club (after school) - Sign up student here
- STEAM Club (after school)
Thursday, Oct. 29
Friday, Oct. 30- SPOOKTACULAR
- Band Practice - Advanced (during school)
- Band Practice - Intermediate 3rd & 4th Grade (after school)
Saturday, Oct. 31
Knightly Notes from Principal Pauley
What another great week at St. Pius X! There is so much to be thankful for in our amazing school family!
First, THANK YOU to everyone who supported our Heart of Pius 24-Hour Challenge! The generosity and support from our community were truly incredible. A special shoutout to Mrs. Gillespie and Mrs. Goray for all of their hard work coordinating the challenge and their social media awesomeness!
First, THANK YOU to everyone who supported our Heart of Pius 24-Hour Challenge! The generosity and support from our community were truly incredible. A special shoutout to Mrs. Gillespie and Mrs. Goray for all of their hard work coordinating the challenge and their social media awesomeness!
We are so grateful for everyone who helped make this such a success and showed our teachers just how loved and appreciated they are!
Another huge thank you to Mrs. Klinko, Mrs. Meehan, and all of our wonderful volunteers for making this year's Book Fair such a success! It was great seeing our Knights excited about books and reading. Keep that excitement going at home, and make sure those new books are getting some love!
Finally, Halloween is right around the corner! Keep an eye out for information coming on Monday about our Halloween celebrations and activities.
Thank you, as always, for being such an incredible school family. One School. One Family.
Another huge thank you to Mrs. Klinko, Mrs. Meehan, and all of our wonderful volunteers for making this year's Book Fair such a success! It was great seeing our Knights excited about books and reading. Keep that excitement going at home, and make sure those new books are getting some love!
Finally, Halloween is right around the corner! Keep an eye out for information coming on Monday about our Halloween celebrations and activities.
Thank you, as always, for being such an incredible school family. One School. One Family.
The Week in Photos
This week brought sweet moments in kindergarten and preschool, a special visit from a bat for “B” week, and a meaningful milestone for our 8th graders—their Leadership Mass.
Our 8th graders received their leadership T-shirts as they begin their final year at St. Pius X. They are invited to take the reins, inspire younger students, and lead by example, showing our school community what it means to be a Knight!
Our 8th graders received their leadership T-shirts as they begin their final year at St. Pius X. They are invited to take the reins, inspire younger students, and lead by example, showing our school community what it means to be a Knight!
Butter Braid Fundraiser Update: Over $6,200 in Sales!
Our SPX families are off to a fantastic start with this year's Butter Braid® Fundraiser! So far, we've sold over $6,276 worth of delicious pastries and cookie dough, and we're making great progress toward our 2026 goals of $8,000 in fundraising and 1,000 items sold!
There's still plenty of time to help us reach our goals! Butter Braid® pastries and Wooden Spoon® Cookie Dough are perfect for holiday gatherings, gifts, or simply stocking the freezer with something delicious. Share our online store with family, friends, neighbors, and coworkers, and ask them to support their favorite SPX student.
Shop the SPX Butter Braid Fundraiser!
A few important dates to remember:
A few important dates to remember:
- October 30: Paper orders due
- November 9: Online ordering closes
- November 17: Order pickup at SPX beginning at 1:30 PM
We are excited to invite you to St. Pius X's 2nd Annual Fashion Show! Join us for a fabulous day filled with fashion, food and fun!
This event is open to EVERYONE! Bring your family, invite your friends and family! Whether you're attending with your daughters, grandparents, friends, or neighbors, there is something for everyone to enjoy. All ages are welcome! Thanks to everyone who supported last year, we were able to help purchase Smart Boards for our classrooms, we can't wait to see what we will be able to support this year!
EVENT DETAILS
200 E. Lake Street, Addison, IL
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
Get ready for a fun-filled day featuring:
We are also accepting donations to help make our raffle baskets and silent auction a success! Do you have a unique experience, gift certificate, product, service, or special item that would make a great addition? We would love your support! If you have something you would like to contribute, please reach out to Lauren Goray at lcgoray@gmail.com
Our Fashion Show is an opportunity to bring our school community, families, and friends together for a fun day while supporting St. Pius X School.
Everyone is welcome, so invite your friends and family and join us for a fabulous day!
We can't wait to see you there!
Please purchase your tickets by October 30th.
Link to purchase tickets: BUY TICKETS HERE
Questions? Please reach out to Lauren Goray or Jennifer Hofstede
lcgoray@gmail.com jlarocco31783@yahoo.com
This event is open to EVERYONE! Bring your family, invite your friends and family! Whether you're attending with your daughters, grandparents, friends, or neighbors, there is something for everyone to enjoy. All ages are welcome! Thanks to everyone who supported last year, we were able to help purchase Smart Boards for our classrooms, we can't wait to see what we will be able to support this year!
EVENT DETAILS
- Saturday, November 14, 2026
- 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Please note the updated event time from our previous email.
200 E. Lake Street, Addison, IL
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
Get ready for a fun-filled day featuring:
- Full Brunch Buffet – Enjoy a delicious selection of brunch favorites.
- Fruit Punch Bar & Mimosas – Fun refreshments for everyone, with mimosas for adults!
- Jewelry Making – Create a special keepsake to take home.
- Interactive Tables by Kids Glam – Fun experiences for our younger guests!
- Raffle Baskets & Silent Auctions – Amazing prizes and experiences up for grabs.
- Professional Photographer – Capture special memories throughout the event.
- Fashion Show – Cheer on our fabulous models as they take the runway.
We are also accepting donations to help make our raffle baskets and silent auction a success! Do you have a unique experience, gift certificate, product, service, or special item that would make a great addition? We would love your support! If you have something you would like to contribute, please reach out to Lauren Goray at lcgoray@gmail.com
Our Fashion Show is an opportunity to bring our school community, families, and friends together for a fun day while supporting St. Pius X School.
Everyone is welcome, so invite your friends and family and join us for a fabulous day!
We can't wait to see you there!
Please purchase your tickets by October 30th.
Link to purchase tickets: BUY TICKETS HERE
Questions? Please reach out to Lauren Goray or Jennifer Hofstede
lcgoray@gmail.com jlarocco31783@yahoo.com
Picture-Perfect Holidays:
Reserve Your Family Photo Spot!
Crescendo Balloons has partnered with the Gala Committee for your family photo needs! On Sunday, November 8th, from 11am to 5 pm two beautiful balloon backdrops (examples pictured below) will be available for reservation in the gym.
Here's how it works:
We can't wait to see you there! Questions? Email gala@stpiuslombard.org
Here's how it works:
- Choose your backdrop: Christmas (green and red) or Winter Wonderland (silver, white, and blue)
- Each spot is 15 minutes and costs $20
- Reserve your spot on Give Smart here: http://e.givesmart.com/events/Qc8/page/order-form-holidayphotos/
We can't wait to see you there! Questions? Email gala@stpiuslombard.org
Winter Enrichment:
New Adventures Await Our Knights!
There are exciting opportunities ahead for our Knights to explore new interests, build confidence, and learn alongside friends! Winter activities include Spanish Club, Guitar Club, Stage Stars, and lunchtime chess. Plus, BAMtheatre is coming this spring!
Spanish Club: ¡Vamos, Knights!
Preschool 3 through Grade 2
Mrs. Malu Popernik’s Spanish Club introduces our youngest Knights to Spanish through vocabulary, conversation, games, and interactive activities.
Guitar Club: Make Music and Make Friends!
Grade 4 and Up
Join Mr. Velat to discover the fun of playing guitar! Students will learn tuning, rhythmic strumming patterns, basic chords, and tunes in an encouraging environment. All skill levels are welcome.
Stage Stars: Lights, Camera, Act!
Grades K–8
Let your Knight’s creativity shine! Stage Stars introduces students to acting, improv, and interactive drama games while helping them express themselves and build confidence.
Lunchtime Chess: Think Ahead, Knights!
Grades K–8
Make your next move toward stronger problem-solving skills! Beginners and experienced players will learn strategies, practice planning ahead, and enjoy guided play with a Chess Scholars coach.
Coming Soon: BAMtheatre!
Grades K–5
More performing arts fun is on the way! BAMtheatre’s after-school program will introduce Knights to singing, acting, and dancing while encouraging creativity, teamwork, and confidence. The program will conclude with a showcase for family and friends.
Sessions are planned for Fridays, February 19–May 7, 2027, from 3:15–4:15 p.m.
More details and registration information will be coming soon—stay tuned!
Space is limited for winter activities, so interested families are encouraged to register early. The Spanish, Guitar, Stage Stars, and Chess flyers also include QR codes for registration.
We look forward to seeing our Knights discover new talents, strengthen friendships, and grow through these experiences!
Spanish Club: ¡Vamos, Knights!
Preschool 3 through Grade 2
Mrs. Malu Popernik’s Spanish Club introduces our youngest Knights to Spanish through vocabulary, conversation, games, and interactive activities.
- Grades K–2: Mondays, January 11–March 22, 2027. No club January 18, February 15, or March 15.
- Preschool 3–Kindergarten: Thursdays, January 14–March 11, 2027. No club February 11.
- Time: After school until 4:00 p.m.
- Cost: $160 per student for eight sessions.
- Enrollment: Limited to 20 students per session.
Guitar Club: Make Music and Make Friends!
Grade 4 and Up
Join Mr. Velat to discover the fun of playing guitar! Students will learn tuning, rhythmic strumming patterns, basic chords, and tunes in an encouraging environment. All skill levels are welcome.
- Dates: Tuesdays, January 12–March 16, 2027.
- Time: After school until 4:30 p.m.
- Length: Ten sessions.
- Enrollment: Limited to ten students.
Stage Stars: Lights, Camera, Act!
Grades K–8
Let your Knight’s creativity shine! Stage Stars introduces students to acting, improv, and interactive drama games while helping them express themselves and build confidence.
- Dates: Wednesdays, December 2, 2026–February 10, 2027.
- Time: After school until 4:30 p.m.
- Length: Nine classes. No class December 23 or December 30.
- Early bird price: $163 when registering by November 24.
- Course code: SPX12.2.26.
Lunchtime Chess: Think Ahead, Knights!
Grades K–8
Make your next move toward stronger problem-solving skills! Beginners and experienced players will learn strategies, practice planning ahead, and enjoy guided play with a Chess Scholars coach.
- Dates: Wednesdays, January 13–March 24, 2027.
- Time: During lunch at 12:00 p.m.
- Length: Eleven classes.
- Early bird price: $184.99 when registering by December 30.
- Course code: SPX1.13.27.
Coming Soon: BAMtheatre!
Grades K–5
More performing arts fun is on the way! BAMtheatre’s after-school program will introduce Knights to singing, acting, and dancing while encouraging creativity, teamwork, and confidence. The program will conclude with a showcase for family and friends.
Sessions are planned for Fridays, February 19–May 7, 2027, from 3:15–4:15 p.m.
More details and registration information will be coming soon—stay tuned!
Space is limited for winter activities, so interested families are encouraged to register early. The Spanish, Guitar, Stage Stars, and Chess flyers also include QR codes for registration.
We look forward to seeing our Knights discover new talents, strengthen friendships, and grow through these experiences!
Upcoming Special Events
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Knights Athletics: Fall Season Update
Congratulations to Our Volleyball All-Conference Knights!
Each year, the Tri-Country Catholic Conference recognizes eighth-grade athletes with All-Conference Awards. The number of nominees each team receives is based on its final standing in divisional play.
This year, St. Pius X is proud to celebrate four eighth-grade honorees: Sam Barclay, Archie Moreno, Ryley Kissel, and Ashley Sochacki!
Congratulations, Knights, on this special recognition! Your achievement reminds our younger Knights to set goals, keep learning, and give their best. We are proud to celebrate you!
Good Luck to Our Sixth-Grade Boys Volleyball Team!
Our sixth-grade boys are the only Knights volleyball team still competing in the playoffs! They face St. Petronille in the semifinals tonight. With a win, they will advance to the championship on Sunday at 1 p.m. at St. Francis High School.
Keep working together, playing hard, and supporting one another, Knights. Your St. Pius X family is cheering you on!
In the boys’ two-mile race, eighth-grader Tommy Barrett led the Knights with a time of 11:57.5, placing 46th overall. Fellow eighth-graders Michael Richardson finished 67th in 12:10.1 and Kellen Ferris placed 76th in 12:16.9. Seventh-grader Jayden Citta followed in 80th at 12:19.2, with fifth-grader Ronan Dahlin close behind in 82nd at 12:20.4. Seventh-graders Colin Blain and Jimmy Cali completed the Knights’ historic lineup, finishing in 12:33.0 and 13:01.5, respectively. The boys earned a team score of 249 points.
On the girls’ side, fifth-grader Giada Pesola led the Knights with an impressive 51st-place finish in 13:28.2. Seventh-graders Adele Bernardo (14:22.5), Clare Richardson (14:30.6), and Amelia Stemberk (14:33.3), along with fifth-grader Grace Richardson (14:52.3), rounded out the team’s five scoring runners. Eighth-grader Ashley Sochacki finished in 15:51.0, and fifth-grader Khloe Harrington completed the course in 17:09.0. Together, the girls earned 418 points.
Reaching the state meet is an accomplishment worth celebrating, and this historic boys’ finish makes the trip especially memorable. Congratulations to all our runners and coaches, and thank you to the families and fans who supported them along the way!
Knights, you remind us that big achievements happen one step at a time. Keep setting goals, supporting your teammates, and moving forward!
Each year, the Tri-Country Catholic Conference recognizes eighth-grade athletes with All-Conference Awards. The number of nominees each team receives is based on its final standing in divisional play.
This year, St. Pius X is proud to celebrate four eighth-grade honorees: Sam Barclay, Archie Moreno, Ryley Kissel, and Ashley Sochacki!
Congratulations, Knights, on this special recognition! Your achievement reminds our younger Knights to set goals, keep learning, and give their best. We are proud to celebrate you!
Good Luck to Our Sixth-Grade Boys Volleyball Team!
Our sixth-grade boys are the only Knights volleyball team still competing in the playoffs! They face St. Petronille in the semifinals tonight. With a win, they will advance to the championship on Sunday at 1 p.m. at St. Francis High School.
Keep working together, playing hard, and supporting one another, Knights. Your St. Pius X family is cheering you on!
Our Knights IESA Cross Country Runners Make School History at State!
Our St. Pius X cross country Knights have plenty to celebrate after competing at the IESA Class 1A State Championships! The boys earned fifth place out of 24 teams—the best state finish in our boys program’s history! Our girls also represented St. Pius X proudly, finishing 17th out of 25 teams.In the boys’ two-mile race, eighth-grader Tommy Barrett led the Knights with a time of 11:57.5, placing 46th overall. Fellow eighth-graders Michael Richardson finished 67th in 12:10.1 and Kellen Ferris placed 76th in 12:16.9. Seventh-grader Jayden Citta followed in 80th at 12:19.2, with fifth-grader Ronan Dahlin close behind in 82nd at 12:20.4. Seventh-graders Colin Blain and Jimmy Cali completed the Knights’ historic lineup, finishing in 12:33.0 and 13:01.5, respectively. The boys earned a team score of 249 points.
On the girls’ side, fifth-grader Giada Pesola led the Knights with an impressive 51st-place finish in 13:28.2. Seventh-graders Adele Bernardo (14:22.5), Clare Richardson (14:30.6), and Amelia Stemberk (14:33.3), along with fifth-grader Grace Richardson (14:52.3), rounded out the team’s five scoring runners. Eighth-grader Ashley Sochacki finished in 15:51.0, and fifth-grader Khloe Harrington completed the course in 17:09.0. Together, the girls earned 418 points.
Reaching the state meet is an accomplishment worth celebrating, and this historic boys’ finish makes the trip especially memorable. Congratulations to all our runners and coaches, and thank you to the families and fans who supported them along the way!
Knights, you remind us that big achievements happen one step at a time. Keep setting goals, supporting your teammates, and moving forward!
St. Pius X Knights, Let's Make a Difference Together!
St. Pius X Athletics is thrilled to invite you to our Evening of Service at Feed My Starving Children! This special night brings our athletes, families, alumni, and friends together to live out our SPX values—serving those in need while strengthening our community.
Event Details:
Feed My Starving Children – Schaumburg
740 Wiley Farm Ct, Schaumburg, IL 60173
Friday November 20th
4:45 PM-6:15 PM
Together, we’ll pack meals that will be shipped to children around the world—making a real difference for those most in need.
How to Sign Up:
- Visit https://www.fmsc.org/get-involved/volunteer/
- Scroll to the bottom and click “Looking for a specific group?”
- Enter the Group Code: K0E4WD
Volunteer Guidelines:
- Volunteers must be at least 5 years old.
- Grades K–2: 1 student per 1 adult
- Grades 3–6: 3 students per 1 adult
- Grades 7–12: 4 students per 1 adult
JOIN ST. PIUS X ATHLETICS
FOR A KNIGHT OF FUN!
Join us for an exciting night of basketball with the Windy City Bulls on Saturday, January 16, 2027!
Knight Crew dance teams grades K-8 will perform at HALFTIME!
Our 8th-grade basketball teams will take the court in a PRE-GAME SCRIMMAGE!
Bring your family and friends! Everyone is welcome to come cheer on our Knights and enjoy a fun night of basketball!
IMPORTANT: Please purchase your tickets by December 16th to guarantee seating with our St. Pius X group!
Tickets:
https://www.gofevo.com/event/Stpius46
Let’s pack the stands, show our Knight Pride, and make it a night to remember!
Knight Crew dance teams grades K-8 will perform at HALFTIME!
Our 8th-grade basketball teams will take the court in a PRE-GAME SCRIMMAGE!
Bring your family and friends! Everyone is welcome to come cheer on our Knights and enjoy a fun night of basketball!
IMPORTANT: Please purchase your tickets by December 16th to guarantee seating with our St. Pius X group!
Tickets:
https://www.gofevo.com/event/Stpius46
Let’s pack the stands, show our Knight Pride, and make it a night to remember!
Our parish is now officially booked as the host site for the DOJ YAM retreat on Saturday, Mar 6, 2027. It will be an all day event concluding with the regular Saturday vigil Mass at 5.
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