Sawyer O.
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| Dexter H. |
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| Reily P. |
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| Natalie H. |
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February 20
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President's Day |
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April 13 - 21
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Easter Break |
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May 29
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Memorial Day |
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June 16
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Last Day of School |
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February 8, 2017
Dear St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School Families,
The last two weeks have been a celebration of our school through the Gospel message, community, worship, volunteers, and service integrated into the daily experience of the students, parents, and staff who share in the mission of Catholic education at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School.
Our Catholic identity is at the core of our mission so kicking off the annual Catholic Schools Week celebration at our three parishes was a proper beginning to a week of highlighting the many beautiful qualities of Catholic education at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School. Students dressed in Mass uniform and families took an active role at parish Masses by offering testimonials, bringing up the gifts, serving refreshments, and distributing Open House flyers. Our presence at the parishes, along with the leadership of our parish liaisons, was instrumental in promoting our school and ensuring a very successful Open House.
Another important activity leading up to Catholic Schools Week is the General Parent meeting at which time we recognize student achievement by presenting our academic testing results and school accomplishments. The data presented at the meeting and summarized in last week's newsletter reflect outstanding student achievement honed by dedicated educators in collaboration with parents. The advancement of strategic goals, healthy enrollment, and a balanced budget are strong indicators that our school is moving in a positive direction.
Open House, the official start to Catholic Schools Week, was a wonderful success. The weather was perfect - bright, sunny skies, a much different setting from last year's rainy and windy conditions. Over ninety percent of our current families visited classrooms and sixty-three prospective families toured the school. And, for the first time in over a decade, we had prospective parents arrive to school early, prepared to submit applications for the 2017/2018 school year. Thanks to great planning and outstanding support, the game plan for Open House was perfectly executed. Our guests and families were treated to a wonderful experience. This was a "team" effort. Everyone contributed to the day's success.
Catholic Schools Week was filled with meaningful and fun activities. My favorite memories include our students guiding tours and performing at Open House, the creative ways students expressed themselves with crazy hats, socks, and hair, and the excitement and energy students displayed at rallies. The week was not all about fun. Several meaningful activities took place as well. We expressed appreciation for our volunteers by preparing a warm breakfast. As a school-wide service project, students created handmade Rosaries that will be provided to hospital chaplains. Middle school students were treated to an inspirational talk from Olympic gold medalist, Bruce Furniss. It was also great to see our families gather as a community at Open House, our family lunch, and Mass.
Catholic Schools Week and and the events leading up to it, were a wonderful celebration of Catholic education at St Francis of Assisi School. I am profoundly grateful for the many ways you make St. Francis a great school community. "You" includes the teachers and staff, the parents, extended family, and guardians, the Pastors and parish communities, and most important, our students. I am both honored and proud to be part of such a generous and loving community. Thank you for your support and service to our school.
Tom Waszak
Principal
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| Auction Fund-An-Item 2017 |
A letter detailing our Auction Gala Fund-An-Item for 2017 was sent home with the oldest child from each family. Please see the link below to download a copy of that letter and learn more about our exciting project.
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| Kindergarten Readiness Screenings |
Kindergarten Readiness Screening as well as other important dates are listed below and are held in the Fr. Seamus Glynn Center:
Tuesday, February 15 at 7:00 pm
Kindergarten Readiness Screening Parent Information Meeting
Tuesday, February 21 and Wednesday, February 22
Kindergarten Readiness Screening begins at
9:00 am
(Your child will be scheduled a time during their normal school day.)
Thursday, March 9 at 7:00 pm
Post Screening Results Meeting
Thursday, May 18 at 6:30 pm
Kindergarten Orientation
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Family Lenten Event - Take Up Your Cross
March 2, 2017 |
Early Dismissal this Friday, February 10 from 11:30am - 11:50am
Valentine's Day Parties next week are:
Pre-K C is
Monday, February, 13
Pre-K A is
Tuesday, February 14
Pre-K B is
Wednesday, February 15
Chancy Bruce; Kindergarten Readiness Parent Information Meeting will be held on
Wednesday, February 15 at 7:00 pm in the Seamus Glynn Center.
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Signups for Boys Volleyball tryouts will take place during PE classes this week. If your son would like to play and didn't sign up, please have him see Coach Blake Warye or email bwarye@sfayl.org.
On rainy / windy days, please check the Athletics page on our website for updates on game and practice schedules.
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DC Dining - February 15
Weinerschnitzel |
As part of the fundraising efforts for our Annual 8th Grade East Coast Study Trip, St. Francis offers lunch from a variety of local food vendors each Wednesday. Next week our vendor is Weinerschnitzel.
Orders are due
8:00 am on Monday, February 13 in order to accurately tally the number of meals needed.
Thank you for your support!
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Auction Gala - Moonlight Masquerade
February 25 |
Have you RSVP'd to our Annual Auction Gala yet?
Don't miss out on the most exciting fundraising event of the school year! Click here to download a printable Reservation Card and turn your response in to the office before Wednesday, February 15!
For more information on the Auction Gala, or to purchase your tickets online, please visit our Auction website.
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Donors and Sponsors
Moonlight Masquerade Auction Gala
February 25, 2017 |
Thank you to the St. Francis families who have contributed to the 2017 Auction Gala
as Donors and Sponsors!
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| Acosta Family |
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Aitken / Campbell Family
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| Ayjian Family |
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| Beck Family |
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| Beckley Family |
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| Beltran Family |
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| Betancourt Family |
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BluffVacations.com
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Secured by Monnig Family
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| Bryson Family |
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| Brkich Family |
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| Burns Family |
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| Bush Family |
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| Cernius Family |
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| Cary Family |
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| Cleboski Family |
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| Clewett Family |
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| Mrs. Coad |
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| Curran Family |
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| Durham Family |
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Emily Job
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| Esparza Family |
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| Fa Family |
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| Flor Family |
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| Flores Family |
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| Freeman Family |
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| Foxx Family |
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| Foye Family |
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| Garrido Family |
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| Givenrod Family |
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| Guerrero Family |
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| Hattouni Family |
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| Jurilla Family |
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| Kadlec Family |
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| Kaufman Family |
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| Khama Family |
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| Mrs. Kwan |
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| Lahlouh Family |
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| Leo Family |
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| MacArthur Family |
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Magic Castle
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Secured by Barry Family
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| Manzella Family |
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| Mrs. Martinson |
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| McCarthy Family |
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| Medina Family |
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| Moncada Family |
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| Monnig Family |
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| Mulvey Family |
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| Morgan Family |
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| Nguyen Family |
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| Mrs. Nieto |
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| Ms. Pigott |
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| Podraza Family |
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| Queiroz Family |
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| Pena Family |
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| Rodriguez Family |
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| Rubalcava Family |
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| Sciabica Family |
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| Sherrill Family |
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| Silva Family |
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| Thompson Family |
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| Tornatela Family |
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Umholtz Family
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| Wang Family |
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| Wing Family |
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Wizard Sports
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Secured by Doan Family
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| Yoo Family |
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| Sponsors: |
| Platinum |
Hamra Family
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| Queiroz Family |
| Diamond |
| Gail Ann Krishnan D.D.S., M.S. Family Dentistry |
| Gold |
Aitken Campbell Heikaus Weaver, LLP
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B & B Plumbing
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Father Seamus Glynn
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Tornatela Family
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| Silver |
| Rosary Academy |
| Pearl |
| BHC Crane |
| Firearm Training Associated - Cheryl Murphy |
| Paulus Engineering, Inc. |
| St. Martin de Porres Catholic Church |
| Specialty Restaurants |
| Bronze |
| Romil and Teresa Angcaco |
Dr. John P. Alley D.D.S. and
Dr. David T. Alley D.D.S.
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| Curran Family |
| Curran Family |
| Family/Friend |
| LuLaRoe by Emily Job |
| Harper Family |
| Yoo Family |
| Faculty / Priest |
| Romil and Teresa Angcaco |
Kiely Family
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| Dinner / Wine |
| Kadlec Family |
| Entertainment |
| Arroyo Family |
| Miscellaneous |
Glorious Flowers
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| Villa Family |
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Auction Gala 2017
Moonlight Masquerade - A Mardi Gras Celebration
February 25, 2017
5:00 pm - Midnight
Waterfront Hilton Beach Resort
Huntington Beach, California
Exciting opportunities from vacation getaways to unique items guaranteed to delight and surprise will be available to bid on at Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic School's 19th Annual Auction Gala, "Moonlight Masquerade" on
Saturday, February 25
. Each week a few of these items are highlighted in our St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School eNewsletter.
Shark Encounter with Mr. McKay:
A whole new learning experience! This could be a student's first encounter with a real shark, and the only opportunity they may ever have of touching the skin, seeing the internal structure, and learning about the world of a shark. SFA's Science teacher, Mr. Kevin McKay will dissect the shark with your student plus two (2) friends.
Authentic NHL Collectible
Framed Patrick Roy Hockey Jersey Autographed:
A unique item of sports memorabilia
from o
ne of the best goalies to ever play in the NHL. This is the same style jersey Patrick Roy wore in 1993 while leading the Montreal Canadians to their 24th Stanley Cup championship.
Please contact Michelle Manzella and Cristen Durham at fundraisers@sfayl.org with any questions regarding the 2017 Auction Gala.
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Student Council Candy Grams!
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Please remember to bring a dollar or two to school next week to purchase Candy Grams from our Student Council members at lunch and recess!
Parents, you can stop by our front office to purchase Candy Grams for your children.
All funds raised through Candy Gram sales support Student Council's Eighth Grade Scholarship Fund!
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$1 Jeans Day - February 14
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Please remember to bring a dollar to school next week to purchase a Jeans Day pass for Valentine's Day.
All funds raised through Jeans Day sales support Student Council's Eighth Grade Scholarship Fund!
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 We are still in need of carline volunteers in the morning. We need help on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and most especially Thursdays.
Please contact Karen Carlos at karenccarlos@yahoo.com
if you would like to help. Thank you!
Check out a full list of school opportunities available on our SignUp.com page or visit our website for more details about volunteering.
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| Auction Gala Volunteers Needed! |
We are looking for parent volunteers to help at the Annual Auction Gala on February 25, 2017
at the Waterfront Hilton Beach Resort.
Assignments are open for set-up, activities during the event, and clean-up. For more specific information on positions and hours available please contact Karen Carlos via email at karenccarlos@yahoo.com.
Additionally, we are looking for alumni volunteers to help on the day of the event. If you know a St. Francis graduate that is looking for service hours or just wants to be a part of this fun evening, please have them contact Karen Carlos via email at karenccarlos@yahoo.com.
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Chairpersons Needed!
Carline Crew |
Karen Carlos has been the head of the St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School Carline Crew for nearly 15 years now. With the graduation of her youngest son, Christopher, in June, Karen will be retiring her parking lot wave. We will need a new Chairperson to fill her shoes for the 2017-2018 school year (and beyond). Ideally this new Chair would have the opportunity to shadow Karen as she carries out her role for the remainder of the school year.
Please contact Karen Carlos at karenccarlos@yahoo.com if you are interested in learning more about becoming the St. Francis Carline Chairperson.
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Diocese of Orange
Subscription Drive - OC Register / OC Catholic |
In an effort to support the critical mission of our schools to educate and form young Catholics - the Orange County Catholic newspaper is launching a special subscription program in honor of Catholic Schools Week, January 29 - February 4, 2017. This program will enable individual students or classes to raise needed funds for their Catholic school and enable highly engaged schools to generate significant in-kind advertising support on Catholic radio, in the OC Catholic newspaper, and on the OC Catholic website and mobile application network. The monies generated will support the educational ministry of your school.
Order forms will be sent home in Thursday Folders this week and additional forms are available in the front office. If you would like to subscribe online, simply click here.
DETAILS:
- For every one year subscription
(52 weeks/Sunday only)
$5.00 will be contributed to your school
- Subscriptions will cost the subscriber
$1.00 for the year (52 weeks/Sunday only)
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| Upcoming Events at Mater Dei High School |
Mater Dei High School Important Admissions Information:
Entrance Exam:
Saturday, February 11, 2017 at 7:45 am
Applications for 2017-2018 School Year Available Now!
Camps:
High School and Youth Camps Available Now
More Camps will be Added in Spring!
Performing Arts Camps:
The Mater Dei Academy invites you to be a part of the Band! This program is open to any student learning an instrument in grades 5-8 and of all levels of ability. Students are given the opportunity to participate in a number of performances with the great Mater Dei Band! The academy is Monday and
Thursdays, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm in the Mater Dei Band Room. For more information, please contact Associate Director, Taylor Smith at
tsmith@materdei.org.
Save the Date! The Mater Dei Junior High Honor Choir will be performing on
Thursday, March 17, 2017 from 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm at Segerstrom Hall. For more information on the Junior High Choir and for rehearsals visit
materdei.org/performingarts.
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| Rosary Cheer and Dance Clinic |
Rosary Academy will be hosting a cheer and dance clinic Saturday, February 18 from 9:00 am - noon. This is a great fundraiser for our spirit program. To learn more please click here.
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| Weight Training at Santa Margarita High School |
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