Phase one is on it's way...
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ALLELUIA! 
CHRIST IS RISEN….
HE IS TRULY RISEN! 

Happy Easter to all of you and I hope that you had a blessed Holy Week and nice break as well!  Students returned rested and ready to tackle the end of the school year, which includes both fun and high academic expectations. It is of highest importance that our students finish strong, demonstrating their best efforts academically.  With that said, we are currently in the final MAP Growth testing window, and attendance, a good night’s sleep and a solid breakfast are precursors to a solid performance!
I am certain by now that most of you may have noticed the progress that has been made on our outdoor recreation center. While there are a few areas left in cue for completion, our students were able to enjoy the new playground area this past week. While pleased to “get out there” to enjoy some fun in the sun, it is a natural tendency for children (as well as adults) to wonder what is next, or what else is going to be happening. The asphalt and basketball backboards have yet to be completed within the next few weeks, and the hope is that our second annual Boosterthon will afford us the opportunity to purchase a new piece of play equipment. We are pleased with the current progress and look forward to the final few stages! Thanks for your continued support and understanding. 

Mrs. Russo
Week at-a-glance:

Monday, Apr 29th-
Hot Dog
Tuesday, Apr 30th-
Taco Tuesday
Wednesday, May 1st-
French Toast Sticks
Thursday, May 2nd-
Chicken Broccoli Alfredo
Friday, May 3rd-
Chicken Nuggets

Our third and FINAL window of MAP Growth testing sessions continue next week...

Week 2 (April 29-May 3): Grades 6-8

Week 3 (May 6-10): Grades 3-5
Spring portraits went home today.   
Please return any unwanted picture packages or sheets by May 10th, or you will be charged.     
Thank you!
Parents please take the time to ensure that your son/daughter is following our stated Uniform Policies found here as well as the dress code as stated in the student handbook (beginning on p. 17) as students were a bit of a mess after break.
Please use our Swap Shop for any needs you may have if your child has had a growth spurt. We appreciate your cooperation.
Coming soon... May Movie Nights...
We Seek His Face through the eyes and the efforts of our school community...
Thank you to our dynamic Library Leaders:
Mrs. Sandi Pimentel and
Mrs. Melissa Maldonado
come week-in and week-out to encourage students to read through fun activities, read-alouds, and organizing our library to be actively utilized by all our students!
School Grotto face-lift
7th Grader Kyle Viera was busy over break with his Eagle Scout project , which is to provide a face-lift both inside and out to our school grotto....you may have noticed the sprucing up, as it has happened in phases.
We hope to unveil the space for prayer in May.
LOOKING TOWARD the HORIZON:
MANY DATES TO NOTE:
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May 1st- Progress reports sent home for Grade 8 only 

May 8th- Progress reports sent home for Grade 1-7 
Friday, May 10th-- Kindergarten screening day for current preschoolers ALSO Donnelly's uniform measurement day K-7 on site.   (*K parents, PLEASE NOTE-There is no school for current Kindergarteners on this day, if you would like to have your child measured for uniforms, you may stop by that morning with your child.)
May 13th-Feast of Our Lady of Fatima
  • School Mass 9am
  • School May crowning (by Gr. 2) 10am
  • Easter Celebration class performances (PS3-8) @ 1pm
Thursday, May 16th- Fine Arts Night/Spring Concert Grades K-5
Opportunities to support the Class of 2019 in their fundraising efforts for end of year events:
Grade 8 will host a Car Wash at the school on Saturday, May 4th from 9am-1pm. Gr. 8 Students will be selling tickets for $5 each at drop off and dismissal.
Just in time for Father's Day: Grade 8 Grill Raffle -
Kamado Joe Classic II-
18-inch ceramic grill
valued at $1,199...
just $10 each ticket!
New Parish Mom’s Group for mothers who have young children at home and are looking for faith fellowship.
Meet every Thursday morning.

Friendly Reminder...
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HAS SPRUNG!

...and so have the insects!

Students will be playing outside for recess and extended care.

We will be doing a natural treatment on the school property, but please be sure to check your child(ren) for ticks at home as well!

Thank you!
Presents
Les Misérables
April 25th, 26th, and 27th
at 7:00 pm
in the John C. O’Brien Gymnasium.

Come support SFX alumni who are a part of the cast and the assistant stage manager also an SFX Alum, Alexis Cole. The show is rated PG-13 as it has a mature theme.

@ St. Francis

July 8-12;
15-19; 22-26
Open to Preschool through age 12

Regular Pricing fees apply now!

Extended Care Club Schedule...
MONDAYS- Mr. Robinson's Music Lessons (K-4)
TUESDAYS- Upper Grade Chorus with Miss Cournoyer 2:55-3:30pm. 
WEDNESDAYS- Bay State Tumbling and Fitness Session 2
THURSDAYS- Track Club-- 3:00-4:15pm every Thursday (Gr. 3-8)
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