ROOTED IN FAITH, TRADITION, AND ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE |
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A LETTER FROM OUR PRINCIPAL |
Dear Alumni,
“What are you thankful for?” It seems we get asked that question quite a bit this time of year. As I sit here in the main office waiting for the students to arrive to board the pep bus to the State Final Four soccer game, it’s obvious that we at St. Francis Borgia have so much to be thankful for. I’m thankful for our beautiful campus; so often, our visitors, like college reps, walk in, and that’s the first thing they mention. I’m thankful for the hands that contribute to making our school shine inside and out. I’m thankful for our world-class faculty and staff. We are blessed with the best in the biz, keeping our school afloat, whether in front of a class or behind a desk answering phones
Our students are second-to-none. They’re kind, intelligent, creative, and talented; they give me so much hope for the future. I’m so grateful for the families who make the investment to send their children here and the many alumni and benefactors who secure our future. Many volunteers make our events happen - we couldn’t do it without them. I’m thankful for our faith. How lucky are we to get to come together to pray and worship? I never want to take that for granted.
When I asked some folks in our school what they’re thankful for, I expected to hear answers like “sleeping in” or “lunch.” Without prompting, every single one of them gave really thoughtful responses and were somehow tied to the Borgia Family. Hall of Fame Football Coach Dale Gildehaus, Class of ‘69, said that he is thankful “to have an opportunity to work with these kids at Borgia. They’re a part of my family, and they always will be…just ask my wife.” Jace B, a 9th grader, said, “My parents because they help me with everything.” Amanda D, a junior, is thankful “for my education here at Borgia.” Donna Grahl, our Director of Annual Giving and Alumni Relations and parent of three Borgia alumni, said, “To be part of this school, every day.” Jimmy A, a 10th grader, said that he’s thankful “for my coaches in soccer.” Kelly (Bleckman) Borgerding (‘98), our Office Manager and a current Borgia parent, says that “being able to be a part of this community every day is an incredible blessing.” Natalie A, Class of 2023, is grateful for her “basketball team and coaches.”
It’s obvious that we have more blessings than we can count here at Borgia. Thank you for being a part of the incredible Borgia Family. I pray that you and yours have a wonderful Thanksgiving.
Pam Tholen
Principal
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BORGIA ANNUAL FUND
WE TRULY NEED YOUR HELP!!
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As many of you know, the Borgia Annual Fund serves to reach several important goals:
- Cover the gap of $1.1 Million between the cost of tuition and the actual cost of educating our students.
- Continue to be a school that is a vibrant community of faith and academic excellence that reaches out to serve the communities in which we live.
- Continue to provide the highest standards of academic, spiritual, and co-curricular programs.
- Continue to employ our highly dedicated and committed faculty and staff.
- Maintain and enhance our superb campus, so our students continue learning in a warm, safe, and stimulating environment.
- Continue to address our future needs.
This year, we have an ambitious goal to raise $200,000 to support our students and our region's future leaders. We need your help and want to partner with you so that our family of students, parents, alumni, faculty, and staff know that you are a vital supporter of our shared objectives.
We know you are often asked for support, and we do not take that lightly, but we cannot be successful without you. We sincerely hope you will partner with us to keep tuition affordable for every student in the region who wishes to join the Borgia Family and receive the best possible education.
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CHRISTMAS TRIVIA KNIGHT
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 9
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CELEBRATE THE KNIGHT GALA
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18
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EXPRESS YOUR GRATITUDE THROUGH PLANNED GIVING |
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At year’s end, we express thanks to God by giving to others. Carefully considering the type and timing of your charitable gifts can increase their impact on the ministries they support. We can help you determine the most effective manner of giving to best sustain St. Francis Borgia for future generations.
To learn more about how you can sustain Borgia with a planned gift, please contact Donna Grahl at donna.grahl@borgia.com.
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Ruth (Borgmeyer) Dieckhaus '48
October 15, 2022
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Eleanor Grinker '48
October 23, 2022
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Roberta (Aholt) Bueke '46
October 28, 2022
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Madonna (Grus) Byerly '73
November 4, 2022
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LET'S CELEBRATE THESE ALUMS WHO GOT MARRIED RECENTLY! |
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Taylor (Schweitzer) '16 and Michael Sinnott, Jr. '16 |
Taylor and Michael were married on October 22. Congratulations to these two high school sweethearts.
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Laura (Kenny) '11 and Kyle Lessnau |
On October 29, Laura married Alex Lessnau. Congratulations to the happy couple!
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Elizabeth (Buhr) '13 and Alex Thode |
Congratulations to Elizabeth and Alex, who were married on November 5.
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Sophie Ozier-Chalk and Brendan Chalk '11 |
Also, on November 5, alum Brendan Chalk married Sophie. Congratulations, Brendan and Sophie!
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Abbey (Hedrick) '17 and Bret Snider '16 |
These two alums were married on Saturday, November 11. Congratulations to you both!
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Alumni Mentoring Panels
Healthcare Industry Sector
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We hosted another alumni healthcare panel recently during Knight Time! Thank you to the following alumni who took time to visit with our students and shared their journeys in the healthcare sector: |
Bill Hellebusch '04 - Director of Operations, Mercy Washington
Maggie (Vossbrink) Howe '10 - Neonatal Nursing
Kayla (Eckelkamp) Strauser '09 - Dental Hygienist
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The St. Francis Borgia boys soccer Knights won the school's first state title in that sport on Saturday, November 19. |
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We were honored to host area veterans on Friday, November 11, with a Hometown Heroes parade followed by an assembly in our main gym.
Thank you to veteran and Mayor Doug Hagedorn for being our guest speaker, and thank you to all veterans for your service to our country
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Rooted in faith, tradition, and academic excellence, St. Francis Borgia continues to maintain its academic rigor, grow its student-focused staffing, enhance curriculum, complete facility upgrades, and offer a wide variety of extracurricular and athletic opportunities. |
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Click on the image above to learn more about the current make up of your alma mater. |
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In thanksgiving for the sacrifices and contributions offered by those before us on our behalf, we at St. Francis Borgia 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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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 on the logo to see a comprehensive athletic and activities schedule.
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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!
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St. Francis Borgia High School
1000 Borgia Drive
Washington, MO 63090
P: 636-239-7871
F: 636-239-1198
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