General Parent Meeting
Thursday, March 30
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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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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March 15, 2017
Dear St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School Families,
The annual Auction Gala is the largest fundraising event of the school year, bringing families together for an evening of fun and fundraising. By the end of the night, I feel exhausted, but extremely grateful and humbled. The feelings of fatigue are easy to explain. It takes months of planning and the days leading up to the event are long, packed with lengthy "to do" lists. Volunteers arrive early Saturday morning and work all day setting up the silent auction items and the dinner ballroom. The next wave of support arrives in the early afternoon to set up the technical apparatus, and another group arrives in time to add the final touches, get changed, and run the event. The final phase, breaking down the event, ran late into the night and continued the next day.
Anyone who has volunteered on a project is familiar with the effort required to plan and execute a major fundraising event. The Auction Gala, like all St. Francis fundraising events, is directed entirely by volunteers. The behind the scenes work starts in the spring, picks up speed in the fall, and hits full stride in December. The event requires strong leadership supported by committed chairs and a cadre of parents who shared their time and talents. Aside from a few glitches, the event ran smoothly due to excellent planning, preparation, and execution. Their work led to a hugely successful event attended by over 300 guests who enjoyed an evening of one-of-a-kind silent and oral auction opportunities, dinner, and dancing.
In addition to a fun-filled night with family and friends, the Auction Gala is the largest and most financially important fundraising event of the school year. I am pleased to report that the Auction Gala exceeded budget expectations, netting over $143,000. The Moonlight Masquerade Auction Gala, Fall Fest, and Mixed Bag fundraisers combine to generate funds that support the operational budget as well as provide support for school programs that directly impact your child's education. Over the last five years, fundraising revenues have supported our music program, technology initiatives, and enhanced school security. This year, your generous support will transform our library and technology lab to better meet the needs of our 21st century learners.
Parents, I am grateful and humbled by your generous support for our fundraising programs. Your financial backing allows us to sustain and grow programs that provide an excellent faith-filled whole child education for all of our children. In particular, I am most grateful to the parents, grandparents, and guardians, who volunteered their time and talent to serve on committees and create the class projects. Without your tireless and dedicated service, our community building events and fundraising efforts are simply not possible. Please join me in thanking the following parents and staff who stepped up and gave their time, talent, and treasure to provide an incredible night at the Moonlight Masquerade Auction Gala:
Co-Chairs
: Michelle Manzella and Cristen Durham.
Committee Chairs
: Meichele Cary, Nicole Simmons, Tawna Khamo, Nicole Brown, Karen Carlos, Robert Pechkis, Filippa Sciabica, Tricia Darling, Suzie Reeb, Sherry Shandra, Stacey Cleboski, Luciana Queiroz, Jen Bush, Jayme Beck.
Parent event support:
Amanda Simms, Michelle Leo, Elisa Fowler, Alicia Giordano, Kim Garrido, Marissa and Guillermo Almeida, Karyn Thompson, Karyn Mendoza, Lindsey Campbell, Mark Givenrod, Viviana and Ryan Dewhirst, Elsie Lorenz, Wayne Navarro.
Principal
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We would like to evaluate the effectiveness of our fundraising efforts, and we would appreciate your feedback to help us plan activities that are appealing to our school community. Please complete the survey by
Friday, March 24. Thank you for your support!
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Last week we did not include decathlete, Jake M.'s 4th place finish in the Science category in our story highlighting this year's Academic Decathlon.
The Junior High Academic Decathlon recognize 1st - 4th place with medals of distinction. 4th place is a huge honor, as students who earn medals are among the top competitors. Congratulations to Jake M. on his accomplishment. We are all very proud!
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2017/2018 Intent to Return
Kindergarten - 7th Grade
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If you have not turned in your Intent to Return Forms, please do so as soon as possible!
2017/2018 Tuition and Fees will be announced on
Thursday, March 30, at the General Parent Meeting. Registration information will be distributed to all Preschool-7th Grade families at the end of March. Online registration will be available from
March 31 until April 10. Registration and class fees will be due either
April 10 if paid by cash or check or
April 25 if paid through FACTS.
Thank you,
Tammy Clarida
Director of Admissions
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Kindergarten Orientation will be held in the Fr. Seamus Glynn Center Thursday, May 18 at 6:30 pm.
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All volunteer hours for the 2016-17 school year must be entered into Sycamore by
March 31, 2017. Each family has a 20 hour commitment. Any unfulfilled hours will be billed to your FACTS account in April at the rate of
$12.50 per hour.
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| Teacher Appreciation Week 2017 |
| Plans for Teacher Appreciation Week 2017 are underway! This special week takes place May 15-19 at SFA this year. We expect the week to be a memorable one for our teachers and staff. In order to make it happen we rely on our annual collection of a voluntary $10 donation per child to cover expenses for the week.
The week's expenses include: decorations, meals, the Appreciation Luncheon and the purchase of a special gift for all teachers, staff and administration. A copy of the attached form is going home in this week's Thursday folder. Please complete it and return it with your donation by
Wednesday, April 12. You may send in cash or check (payable to St. Francis of Assisi School). If you have more than one child at the school, you may write one check per family. Please include your children's names and classes on the form.
If this is your first Teacher Appreciation Week at St. Francis, it is a wonderful week where we shower our teachers, staff and administration with food, flowers and love. Each class has a representative to oversee your classroom volunteers and activities for the week. Parent participation is encouraged as more hands make light work. It's the best way to earn service hours for the coming school year! Any questions regarding TAW can be directed to Tracy Foye. |
8th Grade Honor Roll:
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Academic Excellence
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Academic Achievement |
Academic
Merit
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Ryan B.
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Samantha A.
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Gianna A.
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| Troy C. |
Brooke E. |
Chelsea A. |
Ciara C.
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Grace F. |
Christopher C.
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Alexis L.
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Katryn G.
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Luke D.
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Joseph L.
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Jessica H.
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Jayleen F.
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| Connor M. |
Emma K.
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Bryce N. |
| Ashley N. |
Sophia M.
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Ryan S.
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Mackenzie P.
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Christian U. |
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Evan W.
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7th Grade Honor Roll:
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Academic Excellence
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Academic Achievement
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Academic
Merit
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| Michael C. |
Marcus A. |
Cruz A. |
| Leah C. |
Paul B. |
Kaitlyn B. |
| Avery D. |
Connor C. |
Teagan F. |
| Gabriela D. |
Maya D. |
Jake F. |
| Elizabeth H. |
Donovan D. |
Jackson F. |
| Akachi I. |
Mia F. |
Kelsey G. |
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Seamus F. |
Owen J. |
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Lucas F. |
Teagan K. |
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Anisa G. |
Katelyn L. |
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Arjun G. |
Olivia L. |
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Ryan H. |
Jordan M. |
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Jade H. |
Sheila M. |
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Rachel H. |
Christopher Y. |
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Benjamin M. |
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Alyssa M. |
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Scott M. |
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Griffin N. |
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Sarah P. |
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John S. |
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Erica S. |
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Jacqueline S. |
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Ryan W. |
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Isabella W. |
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6th Grade Honor Roll:
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Academic Excellence
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Academic Achievement
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Academic
Merit
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Adriana A.
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Kendall C.
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Zachary C.
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Catherine B.
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Ava C.
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Shawn P.
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Victoria B.
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Maya D.
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Angelina P.
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Emily E.
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Alyssa E. |
Mateo R. |
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Jake M.
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Colin G.
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Turner W. |
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Andrew N.
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Krysten G. |
Nicholas W.
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Katherine P.
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Robert H.
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Grace K.
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Emma V.
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Gianna L.
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Joshua L.
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Emily M.
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Nathan N.
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Anette O.
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Audrey P.
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William P. |
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Emma S.
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Autumn S. |
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Kimiko W.
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Trista V.
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Zachary W. |
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Rehearsals (Seamus Glynn Center):
Thursday, March 16:
Friday, March 17:
| 4 - 8 |
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm |
| Leads |
2:15 pm - 3:30 pm |
Thursday, March 23
| K - 3 |
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
| 4 - 8 |
4:15 pm - 5:15 pm |
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In Celebration of St. Patrick's Day, this Friday, March 17 is Green Day, please have your child wear green.
Friday is also half day dismissal: 11:30am - 11:50am.
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The annual PAL Track Meet is coming up soon in May. If you child is interested in participating in Track this Spring, please take a moment to complete a short
survey to help us determine how many coaches will be needed and which events we will compete in.
You will need to fill out a survey for each child in your family who wishes to be a part of the #SFAYL Track team.
COACHES NEEDED!
Please contact Coach Blake at
bwarye@sfayl.org if you are interested in coaching this season.
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Coffee Containers Needed!
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Mrs. Nieto is in need of large plastic coffee containers with handles for upcoming P.E. activities. If you have empty containers, please drop them off at the front office.
Thank you!
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DC Dining - March 22
Panda Express |
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 Panda Express.
Orders are due
8:00 am on Monday, March 20 in order to accurately tally the number of meals needed.
Thank you for your support!
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See's Candy Sales
March 7 - 22 |
 Are you looking for that special Easter candy to fill your Easter baskets or give as gifts this year? Look no further! Order See's Candies through St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School and help our 7th grade class (Class of 2018) begin earning funds towards their East Coast Study Trip next year!
All candy orders should be submitted to the office by
Wednesday, March 22 to be received in time for Easter Break. Tables will be set up at dismissal each Tuesday and Thursday beginning
Tuesday, March 7 through Tuesday, March 21 to answer questions and help with orders.
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 Thank you for turning in your Boxtops and Campbell's labels!
Our 2nd round of collections totaled
$203.20 for our school!
Congratulations to Mrs. Rea's Class (1A), who collected 661 box tops, they will receive a special treat.
Continue to turn box tops and Campbell's labels in to your teacher or the office collection box. Please, remember to check for expiration dates and do not staple or tape the box tops to the collection sheets.
Don't forget to get the word out.. Everyone can help with getting you box tops and labels.... grandparents, friends, uncles, and even your neighbors.
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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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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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| Support SFAYL Alumnus Kylie G.! |
Kylie G. (SFA Class of '16) has entered an essay contest and she could use our support in the form of votes!
To vote:
- Go to thinktankessay.com
- Select Mater Dei High School
- Search for Kylie G.
- Find the green thumbs up and vote!
You can vote once a day!
Voting Closes:
March 27
Winners Announced: March 29
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Attention all 7th Grade Boys!
Servite Pre High School Placement Test
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The "Pre-HSPT" is designed to benefit 7th grade students by allowing them to practice a scaled version of the Entrance Exam prior to the official admissions process in
January, 2018. It is especially valuable in identifying areas that may need some work. Depending on results and interest, Servite may follow-up the Pre-HSPT with enrichment offerings during the summer in order to assist students in preparing for the rigors of high school coursework.
We will be administering Scholastic Testing Service's PHSPT on
Saturday, April 29, from 8:00 am. - 12:00 pm and results will be distributed and explained at our HSPT Information Night on
Tuesday, May 16, at 7:00 pm in the Servite Theater.
A fee of
$25 covers the cost of test administration, scoring, and a snack on the day of the exam.
Click HERE to register.
(Please note that results are not used for admissions purposes for the 2018-2019 school year.)
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| Upcoming Events at Mater Dei High School |
Mater Dei High School Admissions
Entrance Exam:
Saturday, March 18, 2017, 7:45 am - 11:30 am
Athletic Camps
Sign up for Youth and High School Camps
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
Mondays 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 Honor Choir and for rehearsals visit
materdei.org/performingarts.
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| Upcoming Activities at Servite High School |
| Rosary Academy Summer Program |
| Weight Training at Santa Margarita High School |
| Weight Training at Santa Margarita High School |
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