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Students will learn the Tohono O’odham culture, language, and traditions.

San Xavier Mission School is the first Catholic school in AZ, established in 1864, and collaborates w/ the Department of Catholic Schools to plan curriculum and programs.

10/02/2026

SXMS students open the Blessing of the Animals by singing “Make Me a Channel of Your Peace” in honor of Saint Francis of Assisi.

Blessed are you, Lord God, maker of all living creatures.
Thank you for the precious lives of our beloved pets and for the comfort, companionship, and joy they bring to our home.
Please bless them, keep them safe and healthy, and grant them days filled with happiness and care.
May we cherish and care for them with the same great love you show all creation.
Blessed are you, Lord our God, in all your creatures. Amen.

10/01/2026

2026 Orange Shirt Day

Loving God, our Creator, help us to be living signs of Your love.

Give us the courage to stand up for the dignity of the Tohono O'odham, our Indigenous relatives, and those with roots in other lands—all of us created in Your image.

Strengthen us in our walk together as we acknowledge the hurts of the past and move with strength toward the future, teaching the Tohono O’odham Himdag and recognizing tribal sovereignty.

God of truth, let honesty guide our steps along the path of truth and reconciliation, healing, and friendship. Grant us wisdom to recognize and celebrate the beautiful gifts of the Tohono O'odham, on whose land we reside.

May we go forward in humility, as the children of One Creator and loving members of the family of God.

Amen.

09/30/2026

SXMS students learning the “Buenos Noches (Dias) San Francisco” song in honor of Saint Francis of Assisi.

09/08/2026

Our students and staff gathered in the chapel for a meaningful time of Eucharistic Adoration, creating a peaceful and prayerful space. In the presence of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament, our school community came together to sing, pray, listen, and reflect.

Through prayer and quiet reflection, our students had the chance to slow down, be still, and realize that Jesus is truly present with us. It was a beautiful reminder that prayer is not only about talking to God but also about making space to listen to Him.

We especially thank Fr. Chris for presiding over our time of Adoration, leading us in prayer, and sharing the Gospel reading with our school community. His presence and reflection helped guide our students toward a deeper understanding of God’s love and the importance of keeping Christ at the center of our lives.
What a blessing it was to see our students and staff come together in faith, reverence, and prayer.

May the peace we felt in the chapel stay in our hearts and remind us to walk with Jesus in all that we do.

08/29/2026

San Xavier Mission School proudly showcases our students' incredible talents! We are grateful for the gifts God has blessed us with.

Enjoy this mashup video (approximately 5 mins) of our talented students shining during the Spirit Week Talent Show!

08/25/2026

Our SXMS students began Mass with Bishop James A. Misko by singing "Christ Be Our Light," a song they have been diligently learning through symbolic motions.

08/24/2026

On behalf of the entire San Xavier Mission School staff, faculty, students, and families, we extend our heartfelt prayers to Sister Rosalyn and Sister Rachel, who celebrated their jubilees at today’s Community Mass:

Sr. Rosalyn; Diamond Jubilee—60 years professed as a member of the Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity and serving as Intervention Specialist at our school.

Sr. Rachel; Golden Jubilee—50 years professed as a member of the Dominican Sisters of Peace and serving as Director of Religious Education at our parish.

Thank you, God, for sending us your special servants to work alongside us as coworkers in your vineyard. Our community is truly blessed to have them.

08/21/2026

Thank you to our parents and guardians who attended our Back-to-School Night, as well as to our staff and faculty who organized the presentations and learning spaces.

Additionally, we thank Fr. Chris for taking the time to show his support and meet the families, and Lauren from NAU, who provided information on Northern Arizona University’s Anericorp Seniors Program and how they are assisting our school community.

08/18/2026

Thank you, Mr. Eric, from the San Xavier Healthy O'odham Promotion Program (HOPP), for taking the time to come and coordinate physical activities with our students.

We truly appreciate our partnership with HOPP, as their services help improve our students’ physical health, enhance their brain function and focus, and teach teamwork — blessings that reflect the gifts of the Holy Spirit.

08/16/2026

We are proud of our San Xavier Mission School students (and one alumni) who helped the San Xavier Mama:liya Feast Committee with their morning procession up the Grotto to Mass and the evening procession honoring our Blessed Mother’s Assumption into Heaven.

They looked beautiful in their First Holy Communion outfits, just like on the day they first received Jesus. Thank you to the San Xavier Saint Mary’s Feast Committee for all their hard work coordinating the festivities for the Community.

Address

1980 W San Xavier Road
Tucson, AZ
85746

Telephone

(520)2940628

Website

http://www.sxmschool.org/

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