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November Newsletter
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Office of the President & Principal 
Dear Students, Alumni, Parents, & Friends of St. Francis,

The school year is in full swing as we move from the novelty of a new school year to the cooler days of autumn. As I write this newsletter article today, Halloween, I am touched by.....


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From the Assistant Principal of Academics 
Hello Parents and Students!

The school year continues to move along at a brisk pace. We have completed the first quarter of our academic schedule; report cards were issued via RenWeb on October 16th.  If you have not yet had the opportunity to
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Spring Break Trip to Costa Rica 

There is still time to register for the Spring Break trip to Costa Rica, but that time is running out!  If you are interested in your student joining our 21 students already registered for the trip, please contact Mr. Cmaylo ([email protected]) or Mr. Bare ([email protected]) as soon as possible.

Pura Vida! 
Counseling
From the Office of the Counselor, Tish Green 
College Applications Reminder
Counseling Event: Financial Aid 101
New to FAFSA Application
Admission Test...more
Greetings from the Office of the Dean of Students & Director of Students Activites:  
Dear St. Francis Community,

October is behind us, and I would like to thank all parents for working together with staff and faculty to ensure that we provide an enjoyable, positive, and meaningful learning experience to all of our students. November and the holidays are here, and I am excited to provide you with updates for Student Activities and Office of the Dean.


From the Athletics Director 
Upcoming Important Dates:
November 2nd: First Day of Winter Sports Practice.
November 8th: Fall Sports Awards Night in the BAC at 5 pm.
November 10th: Winter Sports Parent Meetings.
November 30th: First day to compete in games for Winter Sports
Fall Sports Updates

CYM Updates

In the month of October, our students raised awareness on the issue of breast cancer and raised over $350 for the HERS foundation.  I am always so touched with the kindness and compassion of our students.  For the month of November, they are choosing to focus on men's health issues, specifically prostate cancer and physical health.  Students are planning physical activities during the lunch periods to get everyone exercising, moving and having fun.  We will also ...  
Visual And Performing Arts (VAPA) Important Dates

Theater Arts Showcase Update 
Band Update
VAPA Needs & Wishes
Yearbooks ads
Artsonia....more

Visual And Performing Arts (VAPA) Important Dates

November 9 - VAPA Boosters Meeting 4:30-5:30pm, Heritage Room
December 11 - Christmas Concert @ Knight of Columbus Hall, Watsonville
January 16 - Sing For Your Life Concert/Fundraiser, Santa Cruz Bible Church
March 9 - CCS Choral Festival, Peace United Church, Santa Cruz

SFPA
SFPA (St. Francis Parent Association) Welcomes You!

Please join us for the next parent association board and class rep meeting on Monday, November 9 at 6pm in the Heritage Room (B4).  Also, the board is seeking someone to serve as SFPA Secretary (mentor provided!).  Please contact Mindy Scherr ([email protected]) if you would like more information.

Upcoming SFPA Meetings and Events
2015

Monday, November 9, 6-7pm - SFPA Board Meeting
Monday, November 16, 6:30pm - Senior Parent Financial Aid Meeting
Sunday, December 6 - Junior Class Parent Get Together
Monday, December 14, 6-7pm - SFPA Board Meeting
2016
Monday, January 11, 6-7pm - SFPA Board Meeting
Monday, January 25, 6:30pm - Junior Parent Night Meeting
Saturday, February 6 - SFPA Family Fun Night
Monday, February 8 - General Parent Meeting
Monday, February 12, 6-7pm - SFPA Board Meeting
Saturday, February 20 - Father-Daughter Event (change of date, previously March 5)
Saturday, March 12 - Mother-Son Event
Burgundy & Gray 2015 

Special Thanks to our Generous Sponsors
Entertainment Sponsors
Beth & David  Price, Bertie & Mike McElroy, Salesians  of Don Bosco Western Province
Burgundy Sponsors
S. Martinelli & Co., Mindy & Stephen Scherr, Bishop Sylvester Ryan, Ann & Kevin Dobler, Mary & Mike Orradre, Scurich Insurance Services
Gray Sponsors
Flynn Wealth Strategies, Jain Irrigation
White Sponsors
Ascribe, Pacific AgPak, Mary & Jack Stagnaro, Kim & Majid Gerami, Teresa & John Ratti


Thank  you  to  our  in  kind  donors...
Dobler  Sons,  L.L.C.
Jean  Ed  Kelly  Foundation
Freedom  Meat  Locker
PrintSmith
S. Martinelli  Co.
Lake  Ship  Flowers

And  to  our  additional  cash  donors...
Oscar  Guiterez  Renee  Venegas
Theresa  Mark  Lobue
Eva  Adam  Hazel
Mimi  Andy  Kreeft
Erica  Pat  Lee
Patty  Al  Locatelli
Lora  Lee  Martin
Linda  Edward  Ortega
Frances  Larry  Whitney
Stephanie Mark Casper


A Big THANK YOU to our volunteers...

Michele  Bowling, Jackie  Coproviza, Marla Colendich, Tony  Bonnie  Estrada, Kelly Guild, Katie & Ed Kelly, Anita Lasich, Christy Licker, Letty Mejia, Monica Ryan, Carrie Mann, Salady Holly, Taylor, Frances, Whitney Genie, Yamaoka, Lisa O'Rourke, Robin Conway, Lora Lee Martin, Elsi Hernandez, Renee Venegas, Renee Robinett, Pam Flynn, Mimi Kreeft, Ed Moakler, Patricia, Rodriquez,
Mari Morin



...and a special thank you to Christy Licker for her countless hours working with the auction software and to Frances Whitney, who as a freshman parent, tackled the some what complicated RSVP process!

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