Thunderbolt Timeline
Advanced Chemistry students put science into practice during an Empirical Formula Lab, created by teacher Joanna Andrews. By heating magnesium in a crucible and analyzing the change in mass, students calculated the empirical formula of magnesium oxide, a great hands-on way to bring chemistry concepts to life.
Jeremy Scheffler’s AP Physics students put their custom-designed rockets to the test! Using an air compressor, teams aimed for a target more than 25 feet away, applying real physics principles to achieve the perfect combination of distance, speed, and accuracy. This comes after test launches and video analysis. AP Physics (PACE) is equivalent to two […]
'We are Pius' Podcast
In this “35” Activity, freshman Theology students answer two questions based on a reading about Jesus and Zacchaeus from the Gospel of Luke, then share
A lifelong supporter of Pius X Catholic High School, Maria Witkowicz ’71 created a transformational legacy in memory of her parents, Josephine and Petro Witkowicz,
Learn about our new teachers and staff members joining us for the 2026-27 school year. Tommy Bender English Teacher / Speech Coach What’s your favorite
Our ‘rising seniors’ visited Washington, D.C. as part of an annual travel option for Pius X students. These students have just completed the U.S. History
The National Scholastic Press Association honored several yearbookers (pictured) and journalists (not pictured) with the NSPA Leadership in Student Journalism Award. To be eligible, students
Senior students in Tracy Chapelle’s Spanish 4 class visited kindergartners at St. John’s Catholic School to share their original Libros—stories written in Spanish by the Pius
The Pius X Science Team achieved exceptional results at the 2026 Nebraska State Science Olympiad held at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Every team member earned
Friday served as a teacher work day, with an added training opportunity for school personnel. Working with Lincoln Fire Rescue, and guided by School Nurse
The 4×800 Relay team of Henry Vrooman, Joe Majerus, David Krier and Lucas Schlautman have set a new school record: 7:50.27! Pictured with the student-athletes
The Pius X Archery Team is winding down on yet another successful Archery season. The team placed 3rd in State for the third year in
Thunderbolt student-athletes were honored for having committed and signed to play a sport in college. More student-athletes in the Class of 2026 were honored last
Our Living Stations of the Cross caps this shortened ‘Holy Week’ of school! Prayers, music, reflections and scenes from ‘The Passion’ are interspersed in this
The Pius X Plant Club has been growing strong this semester! Meeting once a week with Mrs. Karre, students explore the fascinating world of plants—learning
Senior Charlotte Wlaschin has been honored with a Gold Key Scholastic Art & Writing Award from the Alliance for Young Artists & Writers. Her painting,
Pius X senior David Krier has been named the 2025–26 Gatorade Nebraska Boys Cross Country Player of the Year. Krier capped an extraordinary season by
When Michael Helman ’15 looks back on the journey that led him from the baseball diamond at Pius X High School to the Major Leagues
Lori Watson’s AP Environmental Science class took learning beyond the classroom with a field trip to a local hydroponic farm. Avert Vertical Solutions, based in
Pius X Catholic High School is pleased to announce the hiring of Michael Grindey (Grin-dee) as the school’s new Head Football Coach. Grindey brings a strong commitment to
