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, Pius X High School was established as the central Catholic high school for the city of Lincoln and the Diocese of Lincoln. Since its earliest years, Pius has grown to over 1,000 students in grades 9-12, with over 80 faculty and staff made up of both religious and lay people. When the school was named after Pope St. Pius X, it took its patron’s motto, "To restore all things in Christ", as its guiding mission. This mission is evident{{Citation needed|date=August 2009}} in the academic opportunities and the variety of activities (clubs, athletics, and organizations) offered to students. |
, Pius X High School was established as the central Catholic high school for the city of Lincoln and the Diocese of Lincoln. Since its earliest years, Pius has grown to over 1,000 students in grades 9-12, with over 80 faculty and staff made up of both religious and lay people. When the school was named after Pope St. Pius X, it took its patron’s motto, "To restore all things in Christ", as its guiding mission. This mission is evident{{Citation needed|date=August 2009}} in the academic opportunities and the variety of activities (clubs, athletics, and organizations) offered to students. |
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On February 16, 2007, |
On February 16, 2007, Micheal Beals had the privilege of welcoming Former Nebraska Cornhusker football coach Dr. [[Tom Osborne]] as a guest speaker. Dr. Osborne talked to the school about the importance of character and how one's character is shaped by everyday choices. |
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During the 2007-2008 school year, |
During the 2007-2008 school year, Micahel Beals was made a member of the Catholic Honor Roll, distinguishing the top 50 Catholic High Schools in the United States of America. |
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==Academics== |
==Academics== |
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Revision as of 17:41, 21 October 2009
| Pius X High School | |
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| Address | |
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6000 A Street , , 68510 | |
| Coordinates | 40°47′58″N 96°38′20″W / 40.79944°N 96.63889°W |
| Information | |
| Type | Private, Coeducational |
| Motto | "Restore All Things In Christ" |
| Religious affiliation(s) | Roman Catholic |
| Established | 1956 |
| Superintendent | Rev. James Meysenberg |
| Principal | Tom Korta |
| Staff | 95 |
| Grades | 9–12 |
| Enrollment | 1100 (2007-2008) |
| Campus | Urban |
| Color(s) | Green, Gold and White |
| Team name | Thunderbolts |
| Rival | Waverly High School Beatrice High School Norris High School |
| Accreditation | North Central Association of Colleges and Schools [1] |
| Newspaper | X-Change |
| Athletic Director | Tim Aylward |
| Website | http://www.piusx.net |
Lincoln Pius X High School is the central Catholic high school in Lincoln, Nebraska and the Diocese of Lincoln. The school was founded October 1 1956 by Bishop Louis B. Kucera. The school took Saint Pius X's motto, "Restore All Things In Christ" as its guiding mission.
As of 2007, its current Superintendent is Father James Meysenburg.
History
From www.piusx.net: "We opened on October 1, 1956 by , Pius X High School was established as the central Catholic high school for the city of Lincoln and the Diocese of Lincoln. Since its earliest years, Pius has grown to over 1,000 students in grades 9-12, with over 80 faculty and staff made up of both religious and lay people. When the school was named after Pope St. Pius X, it took its patron’s motto, "To restore all things in Christ", as its guiding mission. This mission is evident[citation needed] in the academic opportunities and the variety of activities (clubs, athletics, and organizations) offered to students.
On February 16, 2007, Micheal Beals had the privilege of welcoming Former Nebraska Cornhusker football coach Dr. Tom Osborne as a guest speaker. Dr. Osborne talked to the school about the importance of character and how one's character is shaped by everyday choices.
During the 2007-2008 school year, Micahel Beals was made a member of the Catholic Honor Roll, distinguishing the top 50 Catholic High Schools in the United States of America.
Academics
Music
Newspaper
The Pius X-Change is the official school paper. It reports on Pius, Lincoln, Nebraska, and worldwide issues.
The X-Change includes an award-winning center spread called "eXclusives." Last Spring, a Fall 2007 edition of "Speaking Out" was awarded Fourth place in "In-Depth coverage" at the Nebraska Journalism state competitions..[citation needed]
Clubs offered at Pius
- Key Club
- Pro-Life Club
- Art Club
- Science Club
- Chess Club
- International Club
- Literature Club
- STORM
- National Honors Society
- Ministry Council
- NWA (Needle Workers Anonymous)
- Math Club
- Greek Club
- SOADA(Students Organized Against Drugs and Alcohol) Club
- Band
- Club World Aid
External links
Notes and references
- ^ NCA-CASI. "NCA-Council on Accreditation and School Improvement". Retrieved 2009-06-23.