SFD fathers and daughters are invited to join us for a night of dinner and dancing at the Father-Daughter Dance.
When: Sunday, November 14 from 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Where: Villa Milano, 1630 Schrock Rd, Columbus, OH 43229
Photo Request By TODAY, Tuesday, November 9!
For SENIOR daughters - please send THREE photos:
1. Senior Daughter and Dad
2. Senior Daughter (younger)
3. Senior Daughter (current)
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Stallions in the Spotlight |
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The SFD Environmental Club had a great time at the EcoSummit at the Columbus Zoo last week, learning about what other schools were doing to be sustainable and brainstorming ways to make DeSales more efficient.
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Congratulations to senior Ryan Gustafson for being selected as the Westerville Rotary Student of the Month for November. |
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We keep all those seniors who are attending Kairos this week in our prayers. Pictured is the Fall Kairos Student Leadership Team: Laurenda Lamboni, Kaylynn Malinowski, Ashley Anderson, Sam Haggard, Abby Groff, Iris D’Costa, and Ben Konicki. |
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Congratulations to our Work & Family Life Class Chili Cook-off winners: Jazmyn Franco-Serrano, Lizbeth Rodriguez, Jenny Rivera, and Alejandro Martinez. |
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We are excited to announce that LuAnn Pusateri will be joining our Advancement team as our new Stewardship and Database Coordinator! LuAnn has a strong connection with the St. Paul and St. Francis DeSales High School communities. She and her husband, Michael, have committed to putting four children through a K-12 education and are terrific supporters of our mission. LuAnn joins us from her most recent role as the Director of the St. Paul Pre-K program, which she has worked to develop over the past several years. We welcome her to the DeSales family and look forward to great things to come. |
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Canned Food Drive Has Begun!
Please turn donations in at the collection tables in the Little Theater lobby when arriving to school.
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Columbus Bus Information
Route Change
Columbus City Schools changed bus route 369 to bus route 383. Students who are on this route will now have a daily bus driver, and will be picked up immediately after school's dismissal. This change starts this Thursday, November 11.
Thanksgiving Week Bus Service Message - Important Update!
Good news! We will NOW HAVE Columbus Bus Service on Monday, November 22nd and Tuesday, November 23rd. Bus service for those students who ride a Columbus City School bus will remain the same during Thanksgiving week.
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Fall Kairos Senior Retreat
When: November 9 - 12
The bus will leave at 5:30pm on November 9. Please have your student eat dinner, then be at SFD to board the bus by 5:15pm. Questions? Contact Ms. Rebecca Metzger, Director of Campus Ministry, at 614-301-4021 (cell) or 614-267-7808 ext 424 (office).
Fall College Signing Day Celebration
When: November 10 at 3:15pm
Where: SFD Little Theater
Congratulations to the following student-athletes who will be continuing their athletic careers at the collegiate level: Molly Ballard (Lacrosse, Slippery Rock University), Jackson Carawan (Lacrosse, University of Richmond), Gianna Cua (Lacrosse, Xavier University), Brady McInerney (Swimming, University of Kentucky), Andrew Shaffer (Soccer, Bowling Green State University), and Morgan Tydings (Volleyball, Davenport University).
Veterans Day Celebration
When: November 11 at 8am
Father-Daughter Dance
When: November 14 from 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Where: Villa Milano
Business Club's Etiquette Workshop: Polished and Professional
When: November 18 from 3:15pm to 4:15pm
Students can register by email to montenaro@desales.co. Cost is $10.00 payable at the door and includes pizza and drinks.
SFD Wellness Night
When: November 18 at 7pm
More information to follow.
Thanksgiving Break
When: November 24 - November 29
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March for Life Trip This January
We are moving forward with the initial planning for our Saint Francis DeSales March for Life Bus Trip to Washington, D.C. January 20-21, 2022. Pending diocesan approval based on Covid conditions, the two-day trip will include the Life is VERY Good events sponsored by the Diocese of Arlington (Thursday night Evening of Prayer and Friday morning rally and Mass) and the March for Life. The cost will be $150 person (which includes bus transportation, event tickets, dinner Thursday, January 20, breakfast and lunch Friday, January 21, and a one-night hotel stay). There will be only 42 spots available for students, so please make a $100 fully refundable deposit no later than November 19 to reserve your seat on the bus. We will make a final decision regarding the trip by December 13. Checks are payable to Saint Francis DeSales High School and should be returned to the main office with the registration form: https://forms.gle/HW3LYjSjsSCwowAB6. Registration forms will also be available for students in all Theology classes. As a reminder, any parents interested in assisting us as a chaperone for the trip must have completed Protecting God's Children and an FBI/BCI background check: https://columbuscatholic.org/protecting-gods-children. |
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A Gift That Keeps on Giving
We still have 10 custom barrel heads left from our Friends in the Courtyard event. Just in time for Christmas, order your customized barrel heads for family or friends. Barrel heads will be ready in time for Christmas with your favorite graphics (i.e Murphy Family Established 2008). Proceeds support our students and their co-curricular programs. Click here to purchase:
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Online Stallion Store Open for a Limited Time
Calling all Spirited Stallions! Here is a link to the online Stallion Store where you can get exclusive Stallion gear. Purchases will be shipped to your home or gift destination in late November. Due to the pandemic, each item has limited quantities by size so order early and often to get your PURPLE ON! Thank you to 2Horse Apparel for supporting SFD and making this site possible. Orders will be taken until November 22 at midnight or until items sell out, whichever comes first. Stallion Store, for you DeSales, for you!
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Ten-Minute-A-Day Advent Retreat
Would you like a way to experience of inner peace during the Advent season? Would you like a way to to develop your faith and prayer life? Can you spare 10 minutes a day to make that happen? If so, visit St. Andre Inner Healing's website ( ihmaz.org) to check out the 10-Minute-A-Day-Advent Retreat digital book written by SFD alumnus Fr. Bill Faiella CSC, Psy. D. |
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Job Opportunities at SFD
Please view the following career opportunities at SFD below.
Janitorial Position: A full-time janitorial position is currently open at St. Francis DeSales High School. Position responsibilities include office, classroom, general space and restroom cleaning. Light maintenance duties are also required. Monday through Friday, 3pm to 11pm; daytime hours during the summer and at times when school is not in session. Competitive hourly rate of pay and full benefit package including medical, dental and vision insurance, retirement plan and vacation pay. If interested please send a cover letter and resume to tetgen@cdeducation.org.
Mental Health Professional: Saint Francis DeSales High School is seeking a full-time licensed professional in the area of clinical counseling, social work, or related field. This position will work closely with the school administrative team as well as the SFD counseling team to coordinate, facilitate, and implement mental health support services and wellness programming. Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume and cover letter to Assistant Principal, Mr. Jim Jones, at jijones@cdeducation.org.
Executive Administrative Assistant: Saint Francis DeSales High School is currently seeking a full time executive administrative assistant. Under the direct supervision of the Principal, this position provides administrative support to the Principal and assists teachers, students, parents, as well as visitors as requested. This individual will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Main Office inclusive of the following essential responsibilities to name a few:
- Managing the Principal's calendar
- Preparing correspondence including communication via email or mailings for the school
- Assists the Principal with various projects as requested
Interested parties should send their cover letter and resume to Assistant Principal, Mr. Jim Jones at jones@desales.co.
Cafeteria Crew Member
Bosc and Brie are currently looking for a new team member to join the cafeteria crew! Come join us serving up the best school lunch in town! This is a part-time, sub position. Job duties and hours may vary, helping out in the kitchen and general kitchen duties in a fast paced environment. Please inquire by calling or emailing Rhonda Selhorst at 614-596-3038 or rrselhorst@gmail.com.
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Nurse's Notes
NEW Mask to Stay Policy:
Close Contacts (exposed in the classroom or school- related activities) may remain in the classroom if they:
- Wear a mask for 14 days from last exposure
- Monitor for symptoms (if symptoms develop, stay/go home and recommend testing)
- If remain symptom-free and get a negative test between days 5-7, then after day 7 may discontinue wearing a mask and end quarantine
*Applies regardless of vaccination or masking status.
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PLEASE KEEP STUDENTS HOME IF THEY ARE ILL.
COVID-19 Vaccine Resources:
Vaccination Card Upload
Please reach out to our School Nurse, Kelli Fitzpatrick, BSN, RN, LSN with any questions or concerns.
Phone: (614) 267-7808 Ext. 435
School Fax: (614) 265-3375
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Father, just as your Son cleaned the temple from all that hindered worship of you, so he wishes to cleanse us, each a temple of the Holy Spirit, from all that keeps us from offering you full-hearted praise and thanksgiving. Grant us the grace and trust to allow Jesus to undertake this cleansing within us. Amen. |
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