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2018 - 2019
School Year
Important Dates
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April 18 - 26
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Easter Break
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May 27
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Memorial Day - School Holiday
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| May 31 |
8th Grade Graduation
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June 14
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Last Day of School
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Dear St. Francis of Assisi School Parents and Guardians,
Today our Class of 2019 prepared the living stations of the cross for our students and families. They so reverently walked us through Jesus' journey to his passion, death, and resurrection. This paschal mystery is at the center of all we do and believe as Catholic Christians. As we end our school week and our Lenten journey with this beautiful reenactment, we are overwhelmed with the outpouring of unconditional love God has for each one of us.
As we spend time with our family and friends during Spring break, how can we bring this unconditional love home? In what ways can we bring the spirit of the Triduum - Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and Holy Saturday into our relationships with others? As staff, we talked on Monday about ways that we need to be fed spiritually. We reflected on how we can die to our wants and needs and put others before ourselves. Finally, like the tomb, we agreed that we all need more silent, reflective time in our prayer lives.
I encourage you to spend some quiet time together reading the passion narrative in the Gospel of John. As you color Easter eggs and prepare special meals, consider setting a place of honor for our Resurrected Savior. When we participate in Easter egg hunts and prepare Easter baskets, let us all remember we are celebrating the hope and promise of eternal life.
In the promise of Christ,
Jeannette Lambert
Principal
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Online Registration opened today, April 17, 2019 at 8:00 am and closes on May 5th at midnight. Registration and class fees will be due either May 5 if paid by cash or check or
May 17 if paid through FACTS. Those not registered by the deadline of May 5 are subject to loss of continuing enrollment for the 2019 - 2020 school year.
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| Our spring book fair is Monday, May 6th - Thursday May 9th. If you are interested in volunteering during this time please contact Mia Gutierrez by email at mgutierrez@sfayl.org |
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Teacher Appreciation Week 2019
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With TAW around the corner, Easter Break is a great time to plan ahead. Here is a list of the week's activities in which students and families can participate daily. If you don't already know, please check with your classroom representative to see which staff member(s) was assigned to your class. In addition to these daily activities, the TAW Committee uses all donations to ensure the teachers & staff are well fed and cared for during the week.
It's not too late! Please continue to send donations in and drop off raffle items the week following break. Items may be turned in to the front office - Attn: TAW/Tracy Foye. Thank you to those that have already donated.
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| Please make sure your child(ren) stay ON the asphalt path leading down to the church. There are snakes that lurk in the bushes. |
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For the safety of volunteers, staff, and students, please refrain from using your cell phone in carline. As we share limited space in the lot and on our drive up and down the hill, we ask that everyone demonstrate patience, courtesy, and respect with one another. If we work together, accidents can be avoided and the safety of everyone will be our priority.
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Bishop Vann is requesting that everyone get out and see the movie Unplanned while it is in theaters. You can read his request here.
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| Order your yearbook today! |
The cost if ordered today is $45.00.
The final date to order yearbooks online is May 15, 2019.
Click here to place your order! |
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Easter is almost here!
But first, we have the most holy Liturgical season (and shortest) of the church year - the Holy Triduum. This consists of Holy Thursday (the Last Supper), Good Friday (The Crucifixion) and Holy Saturday (the day of waiting). The Paschal Mystery is the reason why the Christian religion exists! You may notice that as we enter into the Easter Season, the liturgical colors change from purple to white, the color of light, a symbol of joy, purity, and innocence.
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Little Lambs: Early Childhood Education
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Pre-K's Last Supper & Washing of their Feet was a wonderful experience for students.
"Being a spiritual room mom is such a blessing and sharing this wonderful example of Agape love through the washing of the feet is truly one of my favorite lessons to share. It's a humbling act of love that is so simple yet so powerful."
-Blanca McIntyre
Thank you to Blanca McIntyre for sharing your faith and your heart with us! Thank you to Spiritual Room Moms, Poalo McQueen and Annie Grand for coordinating this special event for Pre-K!
Mark your calendar:
Friday, May 3rd Transportation Parade 8:45 am - 9:15 am.
Teachers will be sending home details next week.
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Wednesday lunches throughout the school year are hosted by our 7th and 8th grade students fundraising for their East Coast Study Trip. The DC Dining program offers a variety of meal options from a broad spectrum of local restaurants.
Please be sure to turn the form and payment into the office by
Monday of the week you are ordering a meal. DC Dining on
Wednesday, May 1, we will be serving
Lamppost Pizza.
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| Parochial Athletic Golf Tournament |
Santa Clara de Asis - Children's Faith Formation
Volunteers Needed! |
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