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Upcoming Events
Feb 06 Progress Reports
Issued
Feb 08 Mass Day 9:50am
3:30pm Dismissal
Feb 10 Admission and
Tuition Assistance
Applications DUE!
Feb 11 Admissions
Interview for
Prospective Students
9-3
Feb 15 Mass Day 9:50am
3:30pm Dismissal
Feb 16 Freshmen
Breakfast 7:30am
Commons
Feb 17 Pep Rally
Schedule
3:20pm Dismissal
Feb 17 Savio Cuts for
Cancer 2:30pm
Feb 17 Coffee House
7:00pm Gym
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Today's Reading
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Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Thus says the LORD:
Share your bread with the hungry,
shelter the oppressed and the homeless;
clothe the naked when you see them,
and do not turn your back on your own.
Then your light shall break forth like the dawn,
and your wound shall quickly be healed;
your vindication shall go before you,
and the glory of the LORD shall be your rear guard.
Then you shall call, and the LORD will answer,
you shall cry for help, and he will say: Here I am!
If you remove from your midst
oppression, false accusation and malicious speech;
if you bestow your bread on the hungry
and satisfy the afflicted;
then light shall rise for you in the darkness,
and the gloom shall become for you like midday.
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| Principal News |
NEW OFFICE HOURS
Effective Monday, February 6th, the new hours for the school office will be 8 AM to 4 PM. 
Progress Reports
Progress Reports will be sent to students and parents during the week of February 6th. Students are encouraged to see their teachers if they have any questions regarding their grades.
Freshmen Breakfast
The next freshman class breakfast is Thursday, February 16t h at 7:30 AM in the Savio Commons. SPA will be providing breakfast tacos but students are encouraged to bring other breakfast items. All freshmen are welcome to join us for food and fellowship!
PARENTS/GUARDIANS NEEDED FOR PROSPECTIVE STUDENT INTERVIEWS
Here is a GREAT opportunity to welcome potential families into the Savio community! On Saturday, February 11 from 9am-2pm, prospective students will be interviewing with Savio staff/ faculty for admission. While the student interviews take place, parents visit in the commons and enjoy some light refreshments and fellowship. This is a wonderful way to welcome new families and ease their transition to high school. Please see the Sign Up Genius for a 2-hour shift. If you have any questions please contact Holly Bologna in the Admissions office: hbologna@saviochs.org.
Attention Senior Parents: 
Please note that the date for the Senior Project Reception has changed to Wednesday, April 12, 2017. It will be held at the St. Vincent de Paul Parish Hall at 6:00 pm.
Need a night out? All are welcome to join Holy Family for a night filled with dinner, live  music, casino games, friends and fun as they celebrate their annual gala on Saturday, February 25, 2017. Please click here for a Dy-No-Mite time!
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Parent and Student News
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CONGRATULATIONS! 
Congratulations to Savio senior, Aaron Mink, who auditioned and was selected for the Texas Private School Music Educators Association's All-State Orchestra for the second year. He was second-chair bass, performing a repertoire of music including pieces written for The Boston Symphony Orchestra at Dallas' Eisemann Center this past weekend.
Instagram & Snapchat Safety Tips from 7 Experts
According to a recent study from HubSpot, 52% of teens use Instagram and nearly as many (41%) use Snapchat. With the popularity of these apps on the rise, many parents are looking for ways to keep their children safe on Instagram and Snapchat. So we asked 7 experts to share their best Instagram and Snapchat safety advice. Learn how you can teach children how to be responsible online, what to do if your teen shares too much personal information online and how to discuss Instagram and Snapchat safety. 
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Click HERE to learn more about it!
CONGRATULAQTIONS!
Bryn Stryk, and her Irish Sporthorse, Lola, competed at the United  States Hunter Jumper Association, Southbound Winter Show, held January 20-22 at the Extraco Center in Waco. The duo participated in the $3000 Medal Classic jumper class at 3'8" which consisted of 15 jumps and combinations. After a clear timed round, Bryn and Lola advanced to the jump off and placed second in this division for Reserve Champion Jumper. Bryn, a Junior, is the daughter of Bob and Darlene Stryk of Schulenburg and is a member of the Fayette County 4-H Horse Club. Bryn was also in the Fort Worth Stock Show Equine IQ Contest in January and placed third and won an $8,000.00 scholarship.
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Athletic News
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CONGRATULATIONS EAGLE SWIMMERS!
The whole is greater than the sum of the individual parts. T.E.A.M. Work! Together Everyone Accomplishes More really does work.  Scoring points or not is secondary to a unified effort. From our most veteran to our most inexperienced swimmer there was a unified effort to stay focused on the team goal to do your best. Every swim mattered. The cheering for team mates mattered. The goal setting cards mattered. Was it perfect? No, but getting pretty close. 54 of 64 swims where better than seeded! That is a staggering 83% better than seeded performance from the team.
Doing your best is ultimately all that matters. Doing you best on a team with the same mindset can produce spectacular results. Congratulations Savio swimmers for coming together to win the regional championship!
What lengths would you go to, to give someone HOPE?
Please join us for the 4th annual Cuts For Cancer event, Friday, February 17th at 2:30pm in the Savio gym. This year's event will honor ALL types of cancer, signified by the color lavender!
HAIR DONORS, WE NEED YOU!!
Donate a minimum of 8 inches of unprocessed hair to our cause, and you will receive "the special Lavender t-shirt" FREE!
Forms are due to Coach Clark ASAP to guarantee your FREE Lavender t-shirt.
Please use the following links for:
All are welcome to participate, so tell your friends & neighbors! Questions about the event? .....Contact Coach Clark at cclark@saviochs.org.
TAPPS Athletic Forms for SPRING Sports are DUE!
The New TAPPS Athletic forms for the 2016 - 2017 school year are listed below. Any student who will be participating in boys/girls golf, boys/girls tennis, boys/girls track and field, baseball or softball will need to complete all of these forms. If you have any questions or concerns please contact Coach Florez at oflorez@saviochs.org or Coach Clark at cclark@saviochs.org.
6th Annual "5-POINT MINI-CAMP" - Boys and Girls Camp entering 2nd to 8th grade
This four day camp held March 13 - 15, 2017 is offered in elementary  and high school sessions and is run by Lone Star Hoops LLC owner Jan Jernberg. In this camp, students improve their fundamental skills, their understanding of the game, and their willingness to compete as Christian athletes. Click HERE for more information or contact Coach Jernberg at lonestarhoops@gmail.com.
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Savio Parent Association (SPA) News
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Thank you everyone for helping with Imago Christi day; donating items that were needed and supporting our student's and staff's service to our communities.
Parent, please check the Sign Up Genius for several opportunities to help our admissions department with Prospective Student Interview Day on Saturday, February 11th from 9am-2pm.
SPA will be hosting a Soup Day for our Savio Staff on Febru ary 14th during the lunch hour. If you would like to bring a favorite soup to share with our staff please feel welcome to do so! Sign Up Genius Please bring your soups, labeled with the type of soup, to the front office by 11:30 AM and Mrs. Garza and Mrs. Cascarano will be happy to assist you. Thank you so much for your support!
Freshman families - Mark your calendars for the next Freshman Breakfast scheduled for Thursday, February 16th. Your help is needed to provide additiona breakfast treats. Please click HERE to sign up!
Our next Principal's Coffee will be February 28th at 8:00am in the  Library.
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Admission News
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CONTINUOUS ENROLLMENT FOR CURRENT STUDENTS
This year our re-enrollment process is transitioning to a Continuous Enrollment policy. Which means less work and less headaches for our  families.
Continuous Enrollment is the policy whereby once a student enrolls at St. Dominic Savio, it is assumed the student will remain at the school through 12th grade unless the family notifies the school of withdrawal or the school determines it is not in the best interest of all involved for the student to return.
Families will no longer have to complete a re-enrollment packet as was the case in the past. This year Savio will assume that your child is returning to Savio for the 2017-2018 school year. If a student will not be returning, the family MUST notify Holly Bologna hbologna@saviochs.org in the Admissions Office in writing no later than Friday, January 20, 2017 to avoid first debit fee.
The total non-refundable enrollment fee for the 2017-2018 school year is $550. As we implement Continuous Enrollment, each family's FACTS account will be debited over a period of two months for the non-refundable enrollment fee for the upcoming school year - the first debit will occur on Feb. 3, 2017 for $275 and the second debit will occur on March 25th for $275.
If your family needs a payment plan for the fees, please contact Lan Nguyen lnguyen@saviochs.org or 512.388-8846 ext. 5003 before January 31, 2017.
Very Important Note: Please take a moment to verify that all family  information in Parentsweb is current and accurate. Information on updating your personal information in Parentsweb can be found in the reminders section of the Eagle Weekly.
2017-2018 TUITION ASSISTANCE APPLICATIONS OPEN JANUARY 9, 2017
The 2017-2018 tuition assistance application will be available to current families on January 9th. Application and directions are available on the St. Dominic Savio website at https://online.factsmgt.com/aid.
Please note only families that complete the Tuition Assistance Application through FACTS will be considered for an award. The deadline for current families to apply for tuition assistance is February 10, 2017. Even if you were awarded tuition assistance last year you still must reapply for 2017-2018. Every student is reassessed annually based on current qualifications. Tuition Assistance Award notification will be by the end of March. All student accounts must be current and families must have paid the first $275 re- enrollment payment in order to be considered for a new tuition assistance award.
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Guidance Office News
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Click HERE to see the St. Dominic Savio College Acceptances and Matriculations.
College Visits
Texas State University is visiting on February 7th at 9:45am
Ecole hoteliere de Lausanne is visiting on February 14th at 9:45am
Aquinas College is visiting on February 14th at 11:50am
Concordia University is visiting on February 16th at 9:45am
Texas Tech University is visiting on February 17th at 9:45am
University of Alabama is visiting on February 23rd at 1:00pm
Schreiner University is visiting on March 3rd at 9:50am
University of Alabama Birmingham is visiting on March 7th at 9:45am
The Catholic schools will be visiting on March 30th from 2:15-3:15.
| Creighton University | | Loyola Marymount University | | Loyola University Chicago | | Loyola University New Orleans | | Marquette University | | Regis University | | Saint Joseph's University | | Saint Louis University | | Santa Clara University | | Seattle University | | Spring Hill College | | The University of Scranton | | University of San Francisco | | Xavier University |
Tuition Scholarship Opportunity
The Felix T. Amaro, Sr. Memorial Scholarship, offered through the St. Albert the Great Knights of Columbus is a $500 scholarship offered annually to qualified students. Applicant must attend St. Albert The Great Catholic Church. The scholarship is available to incoming as well as continuing high school students. Priority consideration for students with a financial need.
Applications open on January 9th, 2017 and end March 2, 2017
Recipient will be notified by April 20, 2017
Click HERE for the application!
Texas Telephone Association (TTA) 2016 Foundation Scholarship Deadline March 17, 2017
The Texas Telephone Association Foundation (TTAF), a non-profit, philanthropic organization founded to help further the understanding of telephony and advance telecommunications as a career choice, will award six, four-year scholarships, in the amount of $2,000 per year to students entering college for the 2017-2018 school year. The Scholarship Committee will make its selections from those applications which meet the following criteria and include the required materials:
- U.S. Citizen;
- Student graduating from a Texas high school no later than June 2017;
- Student achieving a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher (out of a possible 4.0);
- Student planning to attend a Texas college or university by the Fall of 2017;
- A completed application postmarked no later than March 17, 2017, including a current transcript
- A letter of acceptance from a Texas college or university where student has been accepted.
- Copy of student's SAR (Student Aid Report)
- Click the following link for the application:
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Scholarship Deadline is February 6, 2017 The Houston Livestock and Rodeo (the "Show") will award 79 four-year, $20,000 Area Go Texan Scholarships to outstanding students graduating from public school districts in counties participating in the Show's Area Go Texan program. Click here for more details.
Carr P. Collins Scholars Program (Baylor University) Deadline January 31, 2017
In order to be considered, student must:
- be admitted to Baylor University
- be in the top quarter of their graduating class
- have a minimum score of 1310 (combined Math and Evidenced-Based Reading and Writing) on the SAT or a minimum score of 28 on the ACT
- have completed a balanced college preparatory program including history, science and a foreign language
- be a bona fide resident of the state of Texas
To apply students must submit: - Completed scholarship application
- Resume of high school honors, awards, achievements and extracurricular activities
- Handwritten personal essay of no more than 500 words
- Nomination from a teacher, counselor or principal
Round Rock Aggie Mom's Club Scholarship is not open yet but will open sometime in December: A&M Williamson County Scholarship link:
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Formation and Ministry News
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Blessed is She "Beloved" Retreat: April 1
The "Beloved" retreat is diving in to what it means to live the life of the beloved, based on the book by Henri Nouwen and hosted by the national Blessed is She Catholic women's ministry. We will dive into Chosen, Blessed, Broken and Shared as a sisterhood together. This retreat is for any woman, age 18 and older. It will be held in the PAC with hostess Kathryn Whitaker, worship leader Emily Wilson, speakers Beth Davis, Emily Wilson and Sr. Maria Fatima, O.P. Each will help us dive into prayer to learn more about the life of the Beloved. With time allocated for personal reflection, as well as adoration, confession, vigil Mass and three meals, this retreat is for you! For more information visit: https://blessedisshe.net/beloved-retreat/
"First Friday" Morning Mass
Morning Masses before all-school Exposition in the Spring Semester  will be held on:
- Friday, February 3rd
- Thursday, March 9th
- Friday, April 7th
St. Vincent de Paul Parish Confirmation Retreat
Students enrolled in the confirmation preparation program at St. Vincent de Paul are reminded that the retreat will be February 11-12 at Eagles Wings. Cost is $55, registration forms available from parish office.
Notre Dame Vision - God is Calling, How will You Answer?
Notre Dame Vision is a 5--day conference that includes dynamic large group experiences, reflective small group time, profound liturgies, and excellent music. Speakers from all across the country will break open important themes throughout the week and help participants to relate them to their own lives. Sixty-five Notre Dame undergraduates serve as Mentors, musicians and small group facilitators.
Tentative details are below, please email Mr. Ochoa at cochoa@saviochs.org if you are interested!
- Dates: June 26-30th
- Cost: $1000 (airfare, registration, 5-days room and board)
Steubenville - DATE AND LOCATION CHANG E
Savio's group will now be going to Steubenville Mid-America in Missouri - cost is the same as before but dates have changed. Registration has been re-opened and deposit deadline extended to Friday, February 3rd.
- Dates: July 13-16
- Cost: $350 (registration,transportation, and housing)
- Trip co-sponsored by Savio and St. Thomas More Catholic Church
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Booster News
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It is never too late to join the booster club to support your athlete and Savio Athletics.
Join Now! Your contribution helps to keep our programs running without charging a per sport fee per athlete.
Winter Programs are available in the school business office for $5. Please see Mrs. Heaney.
Get Involved!
If you would like to know more about what the Booster Club does and how we contribute to St Dominic Savio, please contact Mary Jo Kilburn , kilburnmj@yahoo.com and she will be happy to fill you in. If you are interested in being a part of the planning for next year, the board may have some open positions.
Remember - any information that you need can always be found on the Booster Page on the Parents Tab of www.saviochs.org.
Types of information - membership listing, team rep/coach listing, Join, Sponsor, buy an ad, Golf Tourny info etc.
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Spirit Wear News
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Check out our St. Dominic Savio Catholic High School
If you are interested in specialty items - Collegiate T's, Bling Wear, Yard Signs, etc. please contact Mary Jo Kilburn - kilburnmj@yahoo.com
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Reminders
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Front Office Hours:
Monday thru Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm
Please email Mrs. Evie Cascarano at ecascarano@saviochs.org for any attendance issues prior to 9:00 AM including late arrival and early dismissal.
Mass Days
The front office will be closed from 9:45 - 11:00 a.m. on sche duled Mass days. Prior arrangements will need to be made should you need to pick up or drop off your student(s) during this time. Please refrain from making any appointments during Mass.
You may now enter your PARENT volunteer hours in RenWeb!
Effective immediately, you may now enter your PARENT volunteer hours in RenWeb. Log into ParentsWeb>on the opening page click Family Information>click on the box that says Service Hours>click on Add Service Hours box>enter the date>select the description from the drop dow  n box>enter the total number of hours>enter the name of the coordinator of the event you volunteered for>select the save button when finished. If you have any questions or concerns entering your hours, please contact Holly Bologna at hbologna@saviochs.org.
How to Change Your Personal Information in Renweb:
Log into Renweb>on the opening page click Family Information>look under the Online Filing Cabinet/Web Forms> Click on Family Demographic Form>Look under Custodial Parents>Click on the box next to your name that says Custodial Parent Form>Once you are on this form you can change any of your personal information and parent preferences.
EIM Workshops
A reminder to anyone wishing to volunteer a St. Dominc Savio CHS, you MUST be EIM (Ethics and Integrity in Ministry) compliant. Begin the process by completing the application online and submitting on  http://www.austindiocese.org/. Then sign up on-line through your EIM account for workshop. Basic Workshop if first time, Refresher Workshop if you have previously taken the Basic.
If you have any questions regarding EIM compliance please email Mrs. Barbi Guerra at bguerra@saviochs.org.
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