Stallions in the Spotlight

Seniors Michelle Maina and Olivia Moyler met with State Senator Charleta Tavares to discuss their Civic Action Project on plastic pollution. T he Senator took time to chat with them about their future, asked what college they will be attending, and gave them advice for being active in student life.

Congratulations to the 2018-19 St. Vincent DePaul Club officers: Co-Presidents Maggie Sarle and Victoria Nguyen, Secretary/Treasurers Maya Steiger and YeTong Gu, Public Relations Megan Kelleher and Rachel Nguyen, and Hospitality Keit Vu and Anthony Nguyen. (Not pictured: Maya Steiger)

Digital Photography students went on their annual field trip to the Columbus Zoo and were fortunate to have great weather and active animals. They visited and took photos of all areas of the zoo for their assignment. Aidan Valentine and Caleb Ghiloni even enjoyed a camel ride during the field trip. 


The DeSales Run the Race Support Club has had a wonderful year! Pictured below is the group of students that hosted a party for the 'Racers' in celebration of Easter. Also pictured is student Katie Schuler, along with Rachel Muha, founder of The Brian Muha Foundation and The Run The Race Center, and SFD advisor Sarah Gantz; Katie organized a project in partnership with the Art Club to create inspirational posters to display at the Center. Thank you to the Schuler Family for donating the posters and Mrs. Aumiller and Art Club for partnering on this!  The Run the Race Club will end the year with it's annual house make-over on  Sunday, May 6th . Please click on this link to see the list of items needed, and sign up if you would like to contribute or help with this year's make-over.  Email Mrs. Sarah Gantz at gantz@desales.co with questions!  


Athletes of the Week

Congratulations to Abbey Dop  (Lacrosse) and  Kevin Heil and Sam Secrest  (Tennis) who were named this week's Athletes of the Week! Click on their name (above) for a write up of their accomplishments!


Upcoming Events



Chipotle Fundraiser for the Choir
When: April 30 from 4pm to 8pm
Where: Chipotle on Morse Road (1851 Morse Rd.)

Choir Concert
When: April 30 at 7pm
Where: Little Theatre

Host Family Meeting
When: May 2 at 6:30pm
Where: Library Media Center
St. Francis DeSales High School will offer an informational meeting for families interested in learning more about being a Host Family for a DeSales International Student. Hosting an International Student can be a mutually rewarding experience for families and students alike and it's a terrific opportunity to get acquainted with other cultures and build lifelong connections. Interested families should complete this Google Form. To learn more about this opportunity, please review this flier.

Spirit Day
When: May 4
Dismissal at 1pm

Advanced Placement Testing
When: May 7 - 18
See SFD calendar at  http://www.sfdstallions.org/calendar to view specific test dates. 

Mothers Club Meeting
When: May 9 at 6:30pm
Where: Franciscan Center

Spring Band Concert 
When: May 9 at 7pm
Where: SFD Gymnasium

Eucharistic Adoration
When: May 11
We welcome parents and alumni to sign up to pray for an hour during our last Adoration of the school year. Sign up here. 

Prom and After Prom
When: May 12
Where: Villa Milano and Magic Mountain

Dance Team Tryouts
When: May 14 - 17 from 3:30pm to 5pm
Where: SFD Band Room
Questions? Contact Coach Christy at christymuhoberac@hotmail.com or Coach Megan at megan.polk17@gmail.com. Click here for more information.  

Catholic Family Night with the Clippers
When: May 16 at 6:35pm
Where: Huntington Park

Deadline to order Graduation Banners from West-Camp
When: May 18
Save the Date for the  Athletic Department Golf Outing!

When: Sunday, August 19
Where:  New Albany Links
More information to follow. 
In a Time of Need

Sophomore LaDaisha Battle's cousin's family recently lost almost all of their possessions in a house fire. If you are able to donate to help them through their time of need, collection boxes will be in the lobby this week for the following items: 

(Boy) Newborn Items: 
(Needs almost everything)
* Baby Clothing 
- size is newborn or 1
* Diapers- newborn 
* Stroller 
* Shoes (boys)

(Boy) Toddler Items: 
* clothes 
- size 3t or 4t
* diapers/Pull Ups 
-Size 3t/4t
*Shoes 
-size 8c or 9c

*Car seats for both children 
*Baby wipes for both children 

Or visit the family's GoFundMe page:  https://www.gofundme.com/5evlw8g
Upcoming Art Trips

Trip to Cincinnati: Spirit Day 2018
The Visual Arts department is offering a contemporary art educational trip to Cincinnati on Spirit Day! We will have scheduled guided tours of two museums; The American Sign Museum and The Contemporary Arts Center.  Travel will be on a comfortable chartered coach and there will be a time for lunch at The Findlay Market and to do some shopping and sightseeing in downtown Cincinnati. 
Date:  Friday May 4 *  8:00am-6:00pm (approx. return time)
Cost: $65 per student due with registration form  - Price includes chartered coach and museum admissions. Students will need to bring money for lunch and any spending money. 
To register you must fill out a registration form (see Mrs. Aumiller, Ms. Nye or Mrs. Belt for form) and turn in your form with your payment to one of the art teachers. 

New York City Trip: March 2019
It is exciting to see that there is so much interest in the New York City trip in March 2019! Please visit  https://www.efexploreamerica.com/tour-website/2072334AN for more information about the itinerary, pricing and links to enroll. 

Please note there will be a price increase on April 30th at 11:59 p.m. Please enroll before the April 30th deadline to lock in the lowest price. This does not impact those students already enrolled.
Home of a Stallion

Are you interested in purchasing a "Home of a Stallion" sign for your student?  Order forms are available on the DeSales website or in the Spirit Shop. Please have your completed order form and  $25  payment in to the Spirit Shop by  May 1st .
Webinar: College Planning for Parents of 8th, 9th & 10th Graders

When: April 30 at 7pm

The beginning years of high school are an exciting time. Your child may be adjusting to new challenges in school and starting to think about their future. As a parent, you play an important role in helping and guiding them through the college planning process. Join the webinar to learn from experts about key steps to take during the early years of high school and how to plan ahead for college. Following the presentation, parents will have an opportunity to ask questions.
PARENTS OF SFD ALUMNI:    To view issues of our Alumni Weekly DeTales, click here.
Summer Job Opportunities

Are you looking for a fun summer job that makes a meaningful difference in our local community? Northland Swim Club, just a mile and a half from DeSales, is hiring lifeguards for this summer. If you are not currently certified as a lifeguard, they can help you obtain the necessary certification. Interested? Please contact Missi at northlandswimclub@yahoo.com.

Other Job Opportunities for Current Seniors - See Mrs. Hoyer in the Guidance Center if interested in any of the following: 
  • Creative Childcare on Shanley Drive is looking for part-time summer help with their daycare. Must be 18 years and old. 
  • SOLUT! manufacturing in Lewis Center is offering first and second shift work. 
  • Clean Juice, a new organic juice bar on Worthington Road in Westerville is now hiring. 
Daily Reflection 

Good Shepherd, I come to You with faithfulness that You hear my every prayer. For anyone hurt through my sin, I ask for Your blessing and care. Amen.
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