September 17th will mark 60 years to the day that the cornerstone of Saint Francis DeSales was laid. The words of our Patron, St. Francis de Sales, “Be Devout To The Word Of God”, impact our school community everyday. This year’s theme, Forward With Faith, is poignant on this anniversary for us as we strive to live the devotion our patron invites. The Forward with Faith Fall Drive supports our student experience, providing resources to build on the unparalleled legacy of Faith, Family and Tradition at Saint Francis DeSales. Your donation supports all areas of SFD programming and helps SFD respond to unforeseen needs, situations, or opportunities. The Forward with Faith Fall Drive concludes on Friday, September 17th in honor of this anniversary. Students, faculty and staff will get a dress down week prior to Thanksgiving if the goal of $35,000 is met. Click here to donate: Forward with Faith Fall Drive.

We hope everyone enjoyed the Homecoming festivities last weekend. A special shout out to our 2021 Homecoming Court! Pictured from left to right: Maggie Godfrey '24, Max Shulaw '24, Nana Awuah '22, Emmanuel Hood '22, Homecoming King - Maddox Rickens '22, Homecoming Queen - Claire Baileys '22, Chuck Keener '22, Kat Jolley '22, Jon Maas '23, Isabella Trostel '23, Ty Neubert '25, Grace Shaffer '25. Check out our social media pages to see more photos from our Homecoming celebrations, including photos from the annual Traditions Mass and breakfast.

Yesterday we gathered as a school community to honor those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, and prayed for peace at a morning prayer service.

The theme for our Freshmen Retreat is "My IDENTITY in Christ."

Below are a few reminders for the day:

Join us for Friends in the Courtyard this fall! This event is one of the largest fundraising events for the school and helps support our clubs, co-curricular organizations, and teams. The evening includes an Italian feast that is catered by Carfagnas, wine, beer and bourbon tastings, a silent auction, and amazing live auction items. It is a fun evening and a great opportunity for Stallion families and friends to come together plus a chance to make new friends!

Friends in the Courtyard is on Saturday, October 16 beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the school’s gymnasium, which be will transformed into a beautiful vineyard. Since its inception, we have raised over $500,000 and this year, with your help, we plan on raising more!

Click here to check out the ticket packages!

If you were unable to join the Guidance team last week for the College Admissions Presentation, we invite you to review the recorded meeting (link below). Information regarding the college application process, including the Common Application, Naviance, letters of recommendation, testing, essays, and college visits were discussed.

Reminder for seniors planning to attend the Fall Kairos retreat: October 3rd is the DEADLINE to sign up!

The following forms also need to be filled out and SIGNED by parents as a part of the registration:

We have a terrific opportunity to join the Advancement Team at St. Francis DeSales High School. The Stewardship and Database Coordinator reports to the Director of Advancement and assists the Advancement team with day to day operations supporting our mission. A strong emphasis is placed on customer service for the supporters of St. Francis DeSales High School and timely stewardship of their generosity. Click here to see full job description. Contact Tim Jewett, Director of Advancement, at jewett@desales.co with questions.

Bosc and Brie is currently looking for a new team member to join the cafeteria crew. This is a part-time, position approximately 20 hours per week. The hours are 9am to 1pm. The job duties will vary but will involve kitchen prep work, serving, stocking supplies, and general kitchen duties. Lifting of boxes, milk crates, hot pans, etc. will be required. Please inquire by calling or emailing Rhonda Selhorst at 614-596-3038 or rrselhorst@gmail.com.

*All SENIORS are required to submit documentation of a second dose of the MCV4 (meningococcal) vaccine. Please send in all immunization records to the nurse as soon as possible.

Daily Screening Tool can be found here.

Ohio Department of Health testing locations: https://coronavirus.ohio.gov/wps/portal/gov/covid-19/dashboards/other-resources/testing-ch-centers

Please upload a copy of your student's COVID vaccination card. This information will go directly to our school nurse. Click here to upload photo of documentation.

Please reach out to our School Nurse, Kelli Fitzpatrick, BSN, RN, LSN with any questions or concerns.

Phone: (614) 267-7808 Ext. 435

Email: fitzpatrick@desales.co

School Fax: (614) 265-3375

The Parent Advisory Board is comprised of two representatives from each feeder parish and non-parochial population. This important body provides guidance and feedback to the administration on policy-making and issues affecting the school. The Board meets on the third Tuesday of the month, except December, June, and July. Learn who your PAB officers and representatives are by visiting www.sfdstallions.org/parent-advisory-board.

The 2021 Fall Sports program is now available online! Click here to view program. A link will also be on stallionpride.com throughout the entire fall season.

Interested in giving the gift of a varsity letter jacket to a student for Christmas? For the best chance of receiving your jacket by Christmas, orders should be made before November 1, 2021. Order forms are available on the Spirit Shop page of the SFD website. Questions?  Please contact Lisa Stevens at spiritshop@desales.co

Is your son or daughter an athlete? A member of the National Honor Society? A thespian? Let everyone know that your home is the home of a proud Stallion. Order a "A Stallion Lives Here" sign. Order forms are available on the Spirit Shop page of the SFD website. Deadline for fall orders is October 1, 2021.