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Student lifeActivities & ClubsArt Club
This club is open to any student in the school. Miss Vitale is the moderator. Math TeamStudents meet for practice rounds and review as preparation for monthly Middlesex County Math League contests. Xavier's team has consistently been ranked among the top two schools of the county league, and its members have participated in state, regional, and national math contests as well. Model CongressA student group of 20-30 students who study and research American political issues with the intent of representing states and roleplaying officeholders at the University Mock Congresses held at Yale, Rutgers and UPENN. Mr. Montemerlo is the moderator. 
Model CourtA group of 25-30 students who simulate courtroom activity, study a case and roleplay courtroom officers and compete against other Connecticut high schools. NewspaperThe Kestrel is published frequently throughout the year. Student writing and artwork reflect the life of the school. A sign-up is held for each issue, while the editorial board meets more frequently. 
School MusicalA Broadway musical play for the student body and outside guests is presented early each spring. Students from both Xavier and Mercy are involved in the production of this once-a-year event. Ski ClubThe ski club is responsible for arranging ski trips to the various resorts in the New England area. Last year the students went to Okemo and Stratton Mt. These trips usually occur on weekends and school holidays. Mr. Stewart is the moderator. Xavier ChoirThis activity is open to all students. Throughout the year, members will be able to develop and expand their vocal and instrumental talents. The choir will perform at various school liturgies and other functions. YearbookThe DON exists to publish an account of the year's activities at Xavier. Students meet weekly during the school year. More frequent informal meetings and consultations are carried on during free periods in the school day. Freshmen-Service ProgramAs a prerequisite for advancement to sophomore year at Xavier, every freshman is required to perform five (5) hours of community service. Two of these hours will be provided by the Xaver Community as part of the Freshmen Retreat Day program. The remaining three hours of service to the "greater community" must be arranged by each individual freshman and be pre-approved by his religion teacher. The freshmen religion teachers will further explain this program in September, and they, along with the Campus Ministry Office, will track the service hours as completed. Campus Ministry Peer MinistrySeniors who are chosen to work on the retreat programs and do various service work - both inside and outside the Xavier community. They are called to be leaders as Jesus led by being a role model for others. These young men work to show their peers how to integrate the Gospel and Gospel values into their lives. Freshmen-Retreat DayThis is a day away from academics to get to know their classmates better and to do service in the community. This retreat is followed up with a reflection paper on the student's personal service experience. Sophomore-Weekend RetreatThis 2-day overnight retreat involves a service experience off campus. The time is spent reflecting on an awareness and appreciation of the self, and important relationships with family, friends and God. Reconciliation and Mass are celebrated as part of this retreat as well. Sophomore-Service ProgramAs a prerequisite for advancement into the junior year at Xavier, every sophomore is required to perform ten (10) hours of community service. The ten (10) hours of service can be completed through membership in any one of Xavier's service clubs--Ryken Service Society, MYARC, etc., or done in the "greater community". Junior-RetreatConducted by a pastoral team of faculty members, and a senior peer minister, this two and a half day program places emphasis on the role of faith and trust in our life. This retreat takes place in Massachusetts in early March. Junior-Service ProgramAs a prerequisite for advancement to Senior Year at Xavier, 15 hours of community service are required. Seven of these required service hours can be completed in our Junior Volunteer Program or outside Xavier in the greater community. Service work needs to be pre-approved by Religion teachers and documented by contact persons. Junior VolunteerMany juniors are involved in the Volunteer Program which allows juniors to visit patients at the Middlesex Convalescent Center on Randolph Road. This program is run on a semester basis during school hours with juniors devoting an hour a week in voluntary service. MYARC Volunteer ProgramMYARC (Middlesex Youth Association for Retarded Citizens) is a volunteer service organization. Dedicated to the philosophy that growth and personal development occur as a result of social interactions. This takes place between persons with mental retardation and the students of Xavier and Mercy High Schools. M.Y.A.R.C. is an independent organization that is affiliated with The Middlesex Association for Retarded Citizens. Under the direction of Bro. J. Robert Houlihan of Xavier H.S. and Yvette LeClair, Assistant Director of Leisure Services MARC, recreational activities are held bi-weekly throughout the school year at Mercy. On Tuesday afternoons, adults come to participate in the square dance therapy, an activity which requires one-to-one volunteer involvement. In the Thursday afternoon program, adult participants come to Mercy to learn ceramics. This program encourages creativity and a real sense of accomplishment for those who participate. The highlights of the year include several seasonal parties. M.Y.A.R.C. volunteers of Mercy and Xavier are a group of young people with a unique sense of responsibility and dedication to community service. Senior-Xavier Leadership Institute (Xli)This five day program conducted in late August is designed to train seniors in leadership techniques and also to help them develop a deeper relationship with one another and with the Lord. Students who have participated in this program are later invited to work on Freshmen Orientation as well as being a participant in our Big Falcon/little Falcon program. This retreat takes place in Massachusetts as well. 
Senior-RetreatThis program offers students a quiet time to reflect on the tone and direction of their lives as they near the conclusion of their high school careers. Xavier Senior Service ProgramAll seniors are required to give two and a half to three hours of service each week in a school accredited service project. Students do service at hospitals, day care centers, centers for retarded or elderly, parishes assisting in youth leadership programs, and schools as teacher aides tutoring students in small groups, providing companionship and attention for students with learning or emotional problems, aiding with crafts, musical, physical, and athletic programs. Students are free from classes until 11:05 on Wednesday mornings to fulfill this service requirement or may do their service at other times using Wednesday mornings as study time. The Xavier Senior Service Program is a requirement for graduation from Xavier. STUDENT COUNCILStudents are involved in decision making through their elected representatives who constitute the Student Activity Council or SAC. SAC officers are elected each spring and include a senior president, vice-president, secretary and treasurer; a junior president and vice-president; a sophomore president and vice-president. Candidates must be approved by the assistant principal for students. In addition elected officers appoint social committee and publicity chairmen. The elected officers comprise the executive council. The student council coordinates and generates enthusiasm for class activities and assists the faculty and administration in establishing policy as it pertains to the student body. The student council constitution provides distinct lines of communication for the establishment or modification of school policy. Each homeroom has a representative whose responsibility it is to report to the student council all suggestions arising in the homeroom. All such suggestions or questions are considered by the executive council of eight officers in consultation with the moderators. The moderators may make a decision on such matters or may recommend a decision to the administration. SAC officers meet with the moderators weekly and periodically with homeroom representatives to discuss student activities, upcoming events and their coordination, and any student-related questions and problems. COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
Dance Committees-These committees are composed of Student Council officers plus homeroom representatives and volunteers from any of the four classes. Meetings are scheduled prior to each of the four dances the student council runs. These students are responsible for the smooth running of a student dance. Class Activities-The Student Council will organize and run class activities after soliciting suggestions from the student body. Although they may vary from year to year, class activities can include such events as field days, dances, ring ceremonies, busing to and from school sporting events, class nights, and such events as Big Falcon/little Falcon Get-togethers. Prom Committee-The Xavier prom committee consists of the junior and senior Student Council officers and any junior and senior volunteers who are interested in planning the annual Xavier Junior and Senior Proms. They have decision-making powers regarding decorations, prom favors, programs, DJ's, site, menu, etc. Big Falcon/little Falcon Program - SAC oversees the design and implementation of activities for the Big and little Falcons. Spirit Week-During March SAC sponsors numerous activities and events designed to help generate Xavier spirit. Highlights of the week include a pep rally and a Xavier-Mercy Variety Show.
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