March 5, 2019
See You This Friday!
Casino Royale is here!
If you haven't purchased your tickets yet, there is still time. Registration will close on Thursday, March 7.



Sneak Peek at Live Auction Items

Evening Announcements
Doors open at 6:30pm, with check-in from 6:30pm to 7:15pm. Prayer/dinner will begin at 7:30pm. A Lenten dinner will be served.

Mobile Bidding
Guests will use their smart phones or tablets to submit their bids using mobile-bidding technology. Mobile bidding allows Casino Royale guests to submit bids anytime from anywhere during the night of the event. Those without a smart phone can get help from a "bidding buddy" student. Make sure to charge your phone or iPad before the event.

Casino Royale Raffle Tickets
We are asking all our families to participate in the upcoming Casino Royale fundraising event by selling Casino Royale Raffle tickets. We are requesting that each student sell one book of 7 tickets. All unsold raffle tickets are to be returned to homeroom teachers by Friday, March 8th. If a student does not turn in unsold tickets, they will be charged for the ticket.   
Kids Need a Babysitter During Casino Royale?
The SFD Swim Team is offering babysitting services during Casino Royale!

Details:
  • $20 for first child, $15 for each additional child
  • Snacks, games, and movies will be provided for the kids.
  • Coach Buechner and Coach McMurray will also be there to supervise.
  • Babysitting will take place in the Theology wing of the school (upstairs).
  • RSVP to Coach Ryan Buechner at buechner@desales.co; pay at the door.
2019-2020 Registration
Mandatory for all returning students - All students must complete the Registration Form by March 15, 2019.
To access the PowerSchool Parent Portal and begin the St. Francis DeSales Registration Form visit https://desales.powerschool.com .  If you have any questions regarding the Registration Form, please feel free to reach out to the SFDHS Enrollment Office at 614-265-3380 or admissions@desales.co .

* The SFD Enrollment Team will be in Room 117 from 6pm-8pm during Parent-Teacher Conferences if you would like to stop by and ask questions or receive assistance in completing the form.
PLUS Scholarship Application Reminder
Current freshmen, sophomores and juniors are reminded to apply for 2019-2020 scholarships when completing your Registration Form in PowerSchool. The deadline to apply for scholarships is March 15.
Stallions in the Spotlight
Under the direction of Mrs. Iacobone, students in the World Cultures Club, organized the second annual Multicultural assembly, held last Wednesday. The event began with a fashion show featuring traditional dress from countries all around the world. Students also performed cultural dances and songs in various languages. Assistant Principal Mr. Jim Jones shared, "The assembly was a great celebration of our school's diversity, which is a snapshot of the world we live in. The talents of our young people truly shine on days such as these, and the pride they exude for their unique ethnicity is beautiful to see."
Congratulations and good luck to the following winter sports athletes who will continue competing: sophomore Skyla Blumenscheid qualified for the State bowling tournament, junior Cole Potts qualified for the State wrestling tournament (we have had 36 individual state champions - let's make it 37!), and our boys basketball team will play in the District Semifinals tonight at 7pm at Pickerington Central. Go Stallions!
Freshman Gianna Cua took first place for Level 8 gymnasts at the Pike's Peak Cup in February in Colorado Springs, CO. She also won the Level 8 Gymnastics competition at The Arnold held in Columbus last weekend. Gianna competes for Buckeye Gymnastics; this is her 5th year of competitive gymnastics.
The following students had their artwork selected for the Governor's Art Show: Cole Kovalchik (2 Jewelry pieces), Stephanie Circelli (Jewelry), Brooke Williams (Jewelry and Mixed Media), Tommy Clayton (Photo), Alyssa Gillan (Painting), and Cassidy Rittenhouse (Drawing).
Sophomore Kendall Gonya completed her winter internship at the Center for Electron Microscopy and Analysis (CEMAS) at The Ohio State University. Kendall worked with Nuria Bagues Salguero and Carley Goodwin, both research engineers, to help them on their project using TEM scanning of titanium nitride to improve the memory of computer chips. Kendall plans on studying materials science engineering in college.
Upcoming Events
Baseball Team Chipotle Fundraiser Today!
When: March 5

Ash Wednesday All-School Retreat
When: March 6
Dismissal at 1:30pm. Please note: Students who ride a Columbus City bus or Gahanna bus will either need to find another ride home or will need to be prepared to stay at school until the normal pick up time of 3:06pm.
Parent-Teacher Conferences
When: March 7 from 6pm to 8pm
*The SFD Enrollment Team will be in Room 117 from 6pm-8pm during Parent-Teacher Conferences if parents would like assistance in completing the 2019-20 Registration Form.

Estimados Padres/Tutores:
Las conferencias de padres y maestros le brindan una oportunidad importante para que pueda hablar con su maestro sobre el progreso escolar de su niño/a. Las conferencias son el Jueves 7 Marzo de las 6:00 pm hasta las 8:00 pm. Un interprete de español va estar disponible para attender la conferncias con usted y sú niño/a. Por favor vengan al salon 212 cuando llegen a la escuela.

Muchas Gracias,
Danielle Polemeni and Laura Roberts, ESL Instructors
Casino Royale
When: March 8 beginning at 6:30pm

Diocesan Catholic Youth Conference (9th-12th graders)
When: March 10 from 10am to 5:30pm
Where: Bishop Watterson High School
The registration cost is $30/teen. Contact Director of Campus Ministry, Mrs. Grosik, or visit
https://columbuscatholic.org/dcyc for more information.

Testing Day for Freshmen, Sophomores and Juniors/No School for Seniors
When: March 12
Early dismissal at 12:30pm. Columbus City buses will be here at 12:30pm; the Gahanna bus will pick up at 3:06pm.

Co-Curricular Night at SFD for Class of 2023
When: March 13 from 7pm to 8:30pm
*Registration begins at 6:30pm

Columbus Catholic Schools College Night for Juniors
When: March 13 from 7pm to 9pm
Where: St. Charles Preparatory School Walter Commons
See more details in section below.

SFD Registration Deadline, SFD Scholarship Deadline and FACTS Deadline
When: March 15
Men and Women of DeSales Mass and Breakfast
When: March 16 beginning at 9am
Where: SFD Gymnasium and Cafeteria

All members of the St. Francis DeSales High School community are welcome to attend the Men and Women of DeSales Mass and Breakfast on Saturday, March 16 beginning at 9am. After celebrating mass and breakfast together, men in attendance will have the opportunity to hear from Mr. Pat Rossetti and all women will have an opportunity to hear from Mrs. Pam Heil. The event is free, but an RSVP is required.

Spring Sports Picture Day
When: March 18
Coaches will let spring athletes know the specific picture time.

Euchre Night at St. Anthony School
When: March 30 beginning at 6:30pm
Where: St. Anthony Gymnasium
Columbus Catholic Schools College Night for Juniors
When: Wednesday, March 13th from 7pm to 9pm
Where: St. Charles Preparatory School Walter Commons (2010 E. Broad St., Cols, 43209)
Why: Learn more about the college selection and application process. Parents and students have the opportunity to attend up to 3 sessions of their choice. 

Presentation topics include: 
*The Best College fit
*Selective Admissions Panel
*ACT vs. SAT
*Learning Differences in the College Application Process
*The Effective College Visit
*The College Essay and Application
*Catholic Colleges 
*Regional Campuses and Community Colleges
*College Cost
*College Athletics
*Military Options
*Selective Admissions Case Study 

RSVP Here . Let's have a great turnout from SFDHS! 
Spiritual Reflection
Christ our teacher, you call each of us to be free of the things that enslave us and enter into true freedom as children of God. Open our hearts, that we may accept your invitation, “Come, follow me.” Give us the grace today to commit our whole selves more fully to you. Help us especially this day to overcome any attachments in our lives that prevent us from following you as fully as we can. Amen.