Weekly Prayer
Deacon Scott Pickett
Loving Father,
Thank you for all this next week offers.
May we open doors of opportunity, for ourselves and for others.
May we be a light in the darkness, offering help and bringing comfort to others when they need it most.
May we use the talents You have given us, showing love to those around us, especially those less fortunate than ourselves.
May we be proud of who we are as Lancers and celebrate our differences, by highlighting the positives, and eradicating the negatives in all that we say, think, and do.
Help us be inspired by the Saints, especially our Carmelite Saints, to work and to pray and so make Salpointe Catholic a place of learning, love, and compassion.
We ask this in Your Son’s Name, Amen.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Pray for us.
General Announcements
Service Program
The Service Program at Salpointe Catholic is part of our holistic approach to education and reflects an important element within the Carmelite charisms. Students are required to complete 10 hours of service each year. Students should complete 40 hours of service over four years. ALL students have been entered into the x2VOL system. Please use the attachments below to login and submit your hours.
Service Opportunities
There are a number of ways students can complete service hours. View list of possibilities. Students (or group of students) can also create a personal service project;
- Identify a particular need in the local community (immediate or long-term)
- List what you would hope to accomplish in doing this service
- Plan to complete service and projected hours
- Plan submitted to service moderator for review and approval (review and approval is to assist in making sure the project can be successful)
**Note – Volunteer service is intended to reach out and support individuals or groups who are not able to help themselves. Taking compensation for work that you normally do, such as a job or home chores, does not qualify for service. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Shinaberry at kshinaberry@salpointe.org.
After School Tutoring
After school tutoring is back! 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.
Europe Trip Meeting – 2026 Tour
Please join us for our Eastern Europe Highlights 2026 parent meeting, where you will gain insights into the amazing opportunity available for your student to travel during the summer of 2026. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, August 27, at 6:00 p.m. in Foundation Hall. For further details, including RSVP information, please refer to the flyer here. Additionally, information regarding the tour itinerary can be found here.
Share Your Photos with the Yearbook Team
The yearbook team is always looking for better coverage of sporting and other events, so we’ve enabled eShare so that you may upload your photos for consideration for the yearbook. Please use this link via desktop to upload photos. Our school code is 7052. You can view the flyer here.
Spirituality
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Campus Ministry invites all students to participate in the Sacrament of Reconciliation, which will not be held monthly. This service is scheduled for the last Friday of each month, beginning on August 30. It will be available during both lunch periods: from 11:00-11:30 a.m. and from 12:30-1:00 p.m. in the Salpointe Chapel.
“Confessing our sins may be difficult for us. But it brings us peace. We are sinners. And we need God’s forgiveness.” – Pope Francis
Attention all Altar Servers/Altar Server Ministry Leaders in the Diocese of Tucson
You’re invited to the Arizona Rosary Celebration on Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 10:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m. at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, located at 8650 N. Shannon Road, Tucson, AZ 85742. The Most Reverend Edward Weisenburger, Bishop of Tucson, will officiate the event. Altar Servers from across the Diocese will play a significant role in the celebration and will receive a Miraculous Medal blessed by Pope Francis. Following the celebration, there will be an opportunity for parish and school group photographs with Bishop Weisenburger. Parents are encouraged to stay until 1:00 p.m. to allow time for photos. For further information regarding Altar Server participation within the Diocese of Tucson, please reach out to Katheryn Hutchinson at (520) 838-2505 or via email at khutchinson@diocesetucson.org. Altar Server Ministry Leaders are invited to visit www.azrosary.net for additional details.
Seniors
Senior Tributes: Show Your Love!
Create a Senior Tribute Yearbook Ad starting on September 3. Information regarding pricing and submission deadlines can be found here.
College Counseling Newsletter for Seniors and Parents
As Seniors navigate the transition from high school to college, they often experience a mix of excitement and anxiety. Parents can feel this way as well! We want to assure you that support is available. Here are a few things to know right now!
Competitive Scholarships for Seniors
Seniors who are interested in applying for competitive scholarships are encouraged to review the application deadlines and eligibility criteria for the following scholarships:
The Flinn Scholars Program is currently accepting applications from seniors for their competitive scholarship aimed at outstanding students in Arizona intending to attend UA, ASU or NAU.
The Dorrance Scholarship, which is opening soon, is for first-generation students who demonstrate financial need and will pursue an undergraduate degree at one of Arizona’s public universities. This scholarship is valued at approximately $100,000. Additionally, the Gates Scholarship and Questbridge Scholarship, both designed for high-achieving students with considerable financial need, are currently accepting applications. Further scholarship opportunities can be found on our shared Scholarship List document.
Coca-Cola Scholars Application is Open
Annually, the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation grants 150 college scholarships worth $20,000 to high school students throughout the United States via the Coca-Cola Scholars Program. Students must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 and submit an online application which does not require essays, recommendations or transcripts, by September 30, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
See Something, Say Something Tip Line
Call or text (520) 547-1954.
Bell Schedule
August 26 – A
August 27 – B (Activity Period)
August 28 – A
August 29 – B (Class Rotations)
August 30 – A
Important Dates
August 25
September 2
Labor Day – No School
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
Please visit the Salpointe Calendar for more information.
Financial Aid
Please see below the 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 2023-2024, Empowerment Scholarships are worth approximately $7,500. 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
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.
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.
Get Involved at Salpointe
As a Lancer parent, you are a treasured part of the Salpointe community and we encourage you to get involved on campus. Interested in selling tickets or working in the snack bar at athletic events? How about helping at a college fair? Would you enjoy working on the Foundation Gala or Lady Lancer Brunch and Blessing committee? These are just some of the opportunities available. If you are interested, please complete this volunteer form. We’ll be in touch as needs arise. Thank you for your support.
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