All Saints' Day Celebration
Kindergarten students plan and participate in this prayer service dressed as their patron saint.
Appreciation Week
In conjunction with Catholic Schools Week, a week is designated to honor faculty, cafeteria, maintenance, principals, secretaries, and pastors for their service to our school.
Athletic Activities
Several of our faculty coach a variety of after-school athletic activities for our students. Some sports include flag football, volleyball, cross-country track, basketball, cheerleading, and cabbage ball. Our Men’s Club also offers a Sports Program.
Back to School Night (Parents' Open House)
Parents are invited "back to school" to visit their child's classroom(s) and meet their child’s teacher(s).
Balloon Day / Bubble Day
On the last day of school at St. Pius X, balloons are provided by the Student Council and given to the 7th graders. Balloons are released into the air at the end of the day while the rest of the students blow bubbles.
Blessing of the Animals
In recognition of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, parishioners, and St. Pius X families are invited to bring their pets for a blessing.
Book Fair
A book sale is held and classes are assigned specific shopping times. Parents are encouraged to attend and shop with their children. Teachers post "wish lists" at the Book Fair of books they would like to have for their classrooms.
Catholic Schools Week
A week long celebration is held by St. Pius X School and Archdiocese of New Orleans to acknowledge the Catholic Identity of our Catholic School system. A special Mass is held by St. Pius X to honor staff for their long-term commitment to the school and another Mass is sponsored by the Archdiocese to honor schools for achievements.
Fall Festival
The Fall Festival is a day packed full of fun including a haunted house (sponsored by the Men's Club), hayrides, pony rides, game booths, delicious food, shopping boutique and a live band. Each class performs a musical number on the stage as part of the entertainment.
Faith and Family Sundays
Each month a grade level hosts the 10:30 mass. This is always a special day for families.
Field Day
Students compete in sports activities. Competition includes individual and team events with ribbons awarded. Each class orders matching T-shirts.
First Communion
Second grade students from the school and the Parish School of Religion receive their First Communion.
Fish Fry
An event held during Lent for St. Pius X families, parishioners, and friends. The Fish Fry is sponsored by the Scouts. Dine-ins or take-outs are available.
GALA
A GALA is sponsored by the St. Pius X Parish and School; proceeds will be used for capital improvements from upgrading technology to improving our arts and science laboratory programs.
Grandparents' Day
Grandparents are invited to attend a special Sunday mass with the students. The book fair will follow with refreshments. Our students create and design special gifts for their grandparents.
Living Rosary
The Living Rosary is held at school with the students lined up in the shape of a rosary. Student representatives from each class lead the prayers of the rosary. Parents are welcome to attend and participate.
Mardi Gras Parade
A Mardi Gras parade is held on the school grounds. A Royal Court is comprised of teachers' years of service to the school. A student King and Queen are selected by a raffle each year.
May Crowning and Mothers' Day Mass
Students bring flowers to school to be placed on the altar for a Mass to honor Mary. The first grade students and their mothers participate in this Mass.
Men's Club Meeting
Meetings are held during the school year, usually on Thursday evenings. The pastor reviews upcoming events, officers give committee reports, and a special guest speaker is featured. Refreshments are served.
Masses
School Masses are held three times a month, usually on Wednesdays, at 9:15 a.m. Each grade plans a Mass including selecting a theme, songs, and acting out the gospel. Parents are always welcome to attend.
Parent-Teacher Conferences
These Conferences are held twice a year. The teachers schedule conference times with the parents and students.
Pumpkin Patch
Sponsored by the Men’s Club, students decorate pumpkins. Ribbons are awarded to students who are selected “the best” in their selected category. The contest is held prior to the Fall Fest.
St. Pius X Choir Christmas Concert
In keeping with the holiday spirit, the band and choirs of St. Pius X perform a Christmas concert in our gym.
Women's Club Meetings
Meetings are held during the school year, usually on Tuesday evenings. The principal and pastor review upcoming events, officers give committee reports, and a special guest speaker is featured. Refreshments are served.