ROOTED IN FAITH, TRADITION, & ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE |
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A LETTER FROM OUR PRESIDENT |
Merry Christmas!
It certainly has been an interesting year so far. This weekend, the chance arose to dig into our Christmas traditions; one in my house is the old Christmas movies. You know the ones, Miracle on 34th Street; It’s a Wonderful Life, and of course, several Bing Crosby films. Saturday night, I watched White Christmas with my Dad when the song “Counting Your Blessings” began. It all struck me like an icy snowball. We have so much to be grateful for as we celebrate the second biggest holiday for us Catholics. Blessings - we have so many of them.
We are blessed by our incredible young people that chose to go to school at Borgia. The memories they make here will only enhance and grow the traditions that are Borgia.
We are blessed by our graduates that come back and support us in so many ways. They share their positive experiences - just today at the bank, a proud mother of four graduates when she found out I worked here, smiled as she talked about it.
We are blessed by a dedicated and hardworking faculty and staff. The old Catholic school adage is so true - we do more with less - but it applies only to fiscal or material resources. Our faculty and staff give more heart, time, and personal investment to our students than you will see in most other schools. They love the students and find energy in serving them.
We are blessed by incredibly supportive and giving parents. The trust they place in us to prepare their students for the 21st century - grounding them in faith and the skills they will need to succeed and positively change the world.
We are blessed by a strong, caring community. Borgia is wound into the fabric of Washington, Franklin County, and the surrounding areas. It is more. Community is the blessing that differentiates us from other high schools. Students may have access to similar or even better services, classes, or equipment in other schools. What they don’t have, Borgia is blessed in abundance with. Borgia offers the strength of community that elevates everyone within it. We all do well here because we care for and about each other and our school - students, parents, faculty, alumni, and more.
We are blessed by each and every one of you. Thank you for supporting our school and our young people. I wish you Christ’s blessings of peace and joy this holiday season. Thank you for all blessings you bestow on us.
Bernie Naumann
President
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ST. FRANCIS BORGIA HIGH SCHOOL PRESIDENT SEARCH |
This fall, we announced the launch of a national search to find a new President for our school. To ensure that we attract the candidates most qualified to lead St. Francis Borgia into the future, we are partnering with the Archdiocesan Catholic Education Office and Partners in Mission Leadership Search Solutions.
We invite you to review the complete President Search Prospectus for our new leader:
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YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE! |
This year, more than ever, we ask for your assistance. We want you to "U-Knight" with us in providing the resources and opportunities for our incredible young people to grow. Not including additional Covid-related costs, our expenses per student are $10,740 – well above the tuition level of $8,400.
That puts our deficit per student over $2,300 – or nearly $675,000 in total. We need to keep the Borgia experience affordable for our families, and we need the assistance of generous donors like you to help support our students.
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ROOTED IN FAITH, TRADITION, & ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE |
We recognize times are tough for some donors, just as they are for our students. We humbly still need your support. We ask you to give what you can, recognizing the act of giving itself is just as important as the amount. We are grateful for any sacrifice you can make and even more grateful for your prayers and support during this school year. Thank God for our outstanding students and their supporters like you! |
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You can make a gift by mail, online at borgia.com, or Venmo @ SFBRHS
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Love birds since their Junior year of high school, Madeline (Addy) Brinkmann '13 and Noah Borgerding '13 were married on November 21, 2020 at Our Lady of Lourdes.
Congratulations, Addy and Noah!
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Ryan Tobben came into this world weighing 7 lbs. 6 oz. and measuring 19 inches long. |
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Rachel (Holtmeier) '09 and Danny Tobben '07 welcomed their second child, Ryan Daniel Tobben, on November 12, 2020. Ryan is lucky to have Petey (almost 2) as his big brother.
Congratulations to the Tobben family!
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Alumna and St. Francis Borgia High School Faculty member Kayla (Kimminau) '08 and alumnus Christopher Eckelkamp '06 welcomed their second child, Hallie, on November 22, 2020. Hallie joins big brother Leo (2).
We are looking forward to Hallie being a member of the SFBRHS Class of 2039!
Congratulations to the Eckelkamp family!
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Borgia alumna and vocalist Maria Dietrich '19 and pianist Aki Kato, both students at Fontbonne University in St. Louis, perform this reverent rendition of "Silent Night."
The performance was recently shared on the Fontbonne University Alumni Association Facebook page and You Tube channel.
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Shirley (Feltmann) de Leon '53
Kenneth Jasper '57
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Oak & Front Wine Bar and Tasting Room
Tonya Wade '93, her brother Marc Wade '95, and Brian Bogue '93 are launching a new wine bar and tasting room this coming March 2021 in Washington, Missouri. The space will also include an art gallery, inside seating, patio dining, and a standing room for wine tasters.
Their focus will be on offering guests a global selection of wines by the glass or bottle, charcuterie, desserts, and some beer and mixed drink selections.
Congratulations to Tonya, Brian, and Marc!
Learn about this new business at https://oakandfront.com and visit them starting in March 2021 at 120 Front Street, Suite 201, Washington, MO 63090.
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Recently married? New baby or job?
Let us know what's going on in your life so we can share
it with your classmates in this newsletter!
Send information and photos to bridget.callahan@borgia.com
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In thanksgiving for the sacrifices and contributions offered by those before us on our behalf, we at St. Francis Borgia Regional High School offer our afternoon prayer for different members of our alumni each day. |
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If you have children who are graduates and still receive mail at your home, but no longer live there, please contact Donna Grahl, Director of Annual Giving and Alumni Relations, to update your child's address. She can be reached by phone at 636-239-7871 ext. 131 or via email at donna.grahl@borgia.com. |
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SAVE THE DATE FOR THE GALA!
New name, new date, the same amount of fun!
Out of an abundance of caution, we have made the decision to move our annual event from February to April this year only. Our hope is to have an in-person experience for our guests by moving it to the spring. Look for more information to come to this special event; we can't wait for you to join us and to celebrate with us this year!
Would you like to contribute to our Gala? We are blessed with a supportive community and encourage our donors to shop local when possible.
We created a list of ideas that you can use when shopping. These or similar items will enhance our offerings to guests and help make it a successful event!
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Our Annual Report was mailed out in October. If you would like to see an electronic copy, it is available on our website, or click on the picture of the Annual Report in this newsletter!
Thank you to everyone who makes it possible to fulfill our Mission here at St. Francis Borgia Regional High School!
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This year St. Francis Borgia High School awarded $25,000 in prizes through our annual Mega Raffle. There were two $1,000 drawings each month and an additional $1,000 drawing on October 10 to celebrate the Feast of St. Francis Borgia. In addition, the student who sold the winning ticket received a lunch credit for a week. |
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December 1
Ralph Glosemeyer (sold by Jacob Lierman '21)
December 15
Carylle Folta (sold by Presstin Bailey '23 )
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The Mega Raffle is moving to February. Stay tuned for more details on how you can purchase tickets! |
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SCHNUCKS E-SCRIPT PROGRAM |
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If you shop at Schnucks, you could earn up to 3% of your purchase amount for St. Francis Borgia Regional High School. Click the picture on the left to sign up. Our eScrip school id is 6674669.
Thank you!
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Athletic and Activities Schedule |
Welcome to another exciting year of Borgia Athletics and Activities. Together, let’s always and, in all ways, celebrate the efforts of our students, players, coaches, and teachers as they strive to make Borgia #1 in class, style, sportsmanship, and competitiveness.
Go, Knights!
Click the Knight logo to see a comprehensive athletic and activities schedule. This schedule is continually updated as events change throughout the season, so be sure to check back frequently.
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St. Francis Borgia Regional High School - Spirit Shop
Check out our very own Sprit Shop for gifts and apparel for you and your family!
Read more
shop.borgia.com
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St. Francis Borgia Regional High School
1000 Borgia Drive, Washington, MO 63090
P: 636-239-7871
F: 636-239-1198
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