It's Happening Now!
Hopefully you have been following us on our social media platforms to see the wonderful messages shared so far during our 48-hour giving rally, ALL in for SFD (see one testimonial included today). You can also follow our progress and see how many community members are sharing how SFD has made an impact on their lives by visiting ALL in for SFD: Inspired by Our Mission.
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All proceeds from ALL in for SFD go to our Guardian Angel Fund for tuition assistance. |
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Love Your Neighbor as Yourself: Senior Grace Vance explains how DeSales reinforces this popular bible verse, "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself. |
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Stallions in the Spotlight |
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Last week several senior student leaders recorded spotlights on St. Gabriel Radio. Listen every Tuesday between now and the beginning of July to hear them featured on AM 820! |
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Seniors Kate Stone and Juliana Barnhart earned a Honorable Mention at the state competition for National History Day, and are recipients in the Special Awards category for their documentary The Case of Sam Sheppard: The Media's Murder. This documentary was selected to be featured at the American History Film Project Exhibition on June 5 in Fairfax, Virginia. The American History Film Project is a multi-disciplinary educational project that celebrates K-12 students who research, write, plan, film, edit or act in a short film about the history of their state and local community. |
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The Autism Awareness Club held a scavenger hunt last week, hiding puzzle pieces throughout the school. Once students found a piece, they had to answer a question about autism. Many facts were displayed on monitors in the hallways and on posters made by the club in celebration of Autism Awareness Month during the month of April. Pictured are officers Alexis Reynolds and Mary Kate Moriarty. |
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Mrs. Sharritts and Mrs. Scott were recognized last Thursday by the Northland Area Community Council as the outstanding educators of the year. Between the two, they have served Saint Francis DeSales High School for a combined 70 years. This is truly an outstanding accomplishment! This dynamic duo were presented their awards by principal Dan Garrick and city councilman Emmanuel Remy. Fun Fact: Alumnus Jordan Reeves '20 was sworn in to serve as the Secretary of the Northland Community Council at the awards dinner that evening as well!
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This past Saturday a group of Stallions spent their morning weeding and mulching at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Victorian Village. They not only demonstrated a strong work ethic, they were also respectful and wonderful representatives of our school. |
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After the Varsity Baseball game on Saturday, coaches and players from the 2012 State Championship team gathered on campus on the occasion of their 10th Anniversary. This team won back to back state titles, in 2011 and 2012. Athletic Director and Head Baseball Coach commented, "This is such a special group of young men and coaches. It was great to be reunited with all of them once again.” |
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3 Parent Volunteers Needed at After Prom
Thanks to those who have volunteered to help at Prom on Saturday, May 14th. We are in need of 3 more volunteers to assist with checking students in at the After Prom event at the Westerville Recreation Center. Check in will begin at 11:00pm and conclude around 12am. Please email Mrs. Iacobone at iacobone@desales.co if you can join us. |
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Senior Photos for Yearbook
Seniors who have had their pictures taken professionally on their own please submit your favorite to yearbook@desales.co to be featured in a senior spread for this year's book. |
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Senior Scholarships
Senior Parents: We are working hard to ensure we have a complete listing of all the scholarships your student has been offered, whether they attend that college/university or not. We list each scholarship name (no dollar amounts) under your student's name in the Graduation Program.
If your student has not brought in their scholarship letters to the Guidance office, please have them do so. The deadline for these letters is Friday, May 13. If the original letter is brought in, we will be happy to make a copy.
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Gahanna Bus Service
For those who will be relying on Gahanna Bus service next school year, please take a moment to fill out this transportation form. |
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Advanced Placement Tests
When: May 2 - May 13
ALL in for SFD: Inspired by Our Mission
When: May 3 - May 5
Graduation Banner Order Deadline
When: May 3
Spring Signing Day Celebration
When: May 4 at 3:15pm
Where: SFD Gymnasium
Congratulations to the following student-athletes who will be continuing their athletic careers at the collegiate level: Scott Armstrong (Golf, Ashland University), Hayden Bucher (Baseball, Ashland University), Jalen Carpenter (Football, Marist College), David Chintala (Lacrosse, Kenyon College), Isabella Gagliardi (Soccer, Belmont Abbey College), Jackson Gantz (Football & Lacrosse, Capital University), Abby Groff (Soccer, Washington and Lee University), Jacob Grube (Lacrosse, Marietta College), Kylie Hast (Soccer, Otterbein University), Christian Hopp (Baseball, Penn State University Dubois), Braden Jehn (Football, Capital University), William Jordan (Lacrosse, Cleveland State), Jessica Melvin (Softball, Marietta College), Abby Reagan (Lacrosse, University of Mount Union), Libby Ruff (Swimming, DePauw University), Alexander Shaffer (Soccer, Ohio Northern University), Rechee Smith (Football, Marist College), Ava Vendetti (Lacrosse, Capital University), Madison Wehrman (Softball, Rhodes College).
Eucharistic Adoration
When: May 6
All parents are welcome and encouraged to participate. Sign up here.
College T-Shirt Day for Seniors
When: May 6
Quarter 4 Mid-Term Grades Available on PowerSchool
When: May 6
SFD Art Show
When: May 13
Where: Little Theater
The Art Show will be open throughout the entire school day for students to enjoy; families are welcome to attend the Art Show from 5pm to 7pm that evening.
Beautification Day #2
When: May 14 from 7:30am to 11:30am
Prom
When: May 14; doors open at 6pm
Where: Villa Milano
*After Prom will be held at the Westerville Recreation Center.
Spring Choir Concert
When: May 16 at 7pm
Where: Little Theater
Admission is free and all are welcome.
Senior Awards Assembly
When: May 17 at 9am
Where: SFD Gymnasium
*Parents are welcome to attend.
Senior Funfest
When: May 17 at 7pm
Where: Back Parking Lot/Baseball Outfield
*For seniors and faculty only.
Spring Band Concert
When: May 18 at 7:30pm
When: SFD Gymnasium
Admission is free and all are welcome.
Closing All School Mass
When: May 19 at 9:45am
Talent Show
When: May 19 at 2pm
Wellness Day - No School
When: May 20
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Class of 2024 Class Ring Information
Class of 2024 Parents and Students: Please look for your official class ring sizer package which will being arriving in the mail next week. This will assist you with determining your ring size and provides instructions on how to complete your DeSales class ring order form. It also highlights the FREE GIFT WITH PURCHASE that Jostens is providing to our students this year!
On Thursday, May 19th, Jostens representative Mike Dillon, will be at school during lunches to collect orders and double check ring sizes, and distribute the bonus 2024 companion ring with completed orders. All class ring orders are due in-school on Thursday, May 19 to receive the FREE CUSTOM GIFT WITH PURCHASE plus BONUS 2024 companion ring.
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Class of 2023 'Senior Portrait' Information
Members of the Class of 2023 can start scheduling your session now to get your senior portrait taken during the summer. This is a great opportunity for you to get the picture done early. An important reason to get this done early is if you do not like them now, you can get them redone on senior headshot day in school. Please use the attached link to set up your in-studio session or call 614-626-8708 today!
*Note: Prestige Portraits will also be coming to the school this summer to offer their services. We will keep you updated on dates and how to sign up.
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Summer Camps at SFD
St. Francis DeSales High School Summer Camps
It's time to register for a summer camp (or two!) at St. Francis DeSales High School. Check out the camps taking place this summer at SFDHS by visiting www.stallionpride.com/camps.
Stallion Summer League
Registration is OPEN for BOYS BASKETBALL PLAYERS entering 5th-9th grades in the fall of 2022 who want to play in the St. Francis DeSales High School Stallion Summer League. Cost: $200 by May 6th; $225 after May 6th. This covers 9-10 nights of basketball instruction and games. Please visit www.stallionpride.com/stallion-summer-league for more information and registration. Email Pat Murphy at patmurphy@desales.co if you have any questions. |
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St. Francis DeSales High School Shutterfly Site
Our school's new Shutterfly site is https://stfrancisdesaleshs.shutterfly.com. The events that Lifetouch Photography take pictures at like dances, graduation, etc., will be uploaded to this site. Parents are able to view and purchase these photos. The site password is STFRANCIS22. |
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Nurse's Notes
JUNIOR PARENTS:
*All junior students are required to submit verification of a second dose of the MCV4 (meningococcal) vaccine prior to the start of their senior year. It is a requirement for all incoming seniors in Ohio.
Families can email the verification information to school nurse Kelli Fitzpatrick at fitzpatrick@desales.co, have the pediatrician fax a copy to the school at (614) 265- 3375, or bring in a hard copy. |
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PLEASE KEEP STUDENTS HOME IF THEY ARE ILL
List of symptoms students will be sent home for:
- Fever > 100F
- New or worsened cough
- Sore throat
- Loss of taste or smell
- Nasal congestion or runny nose
- Headache
- Body aches
- New or worsened fatigue
- Nausea/vomiting/diarrhea
Keep your child at home until the following criteria are met (subject to change):
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Isolate 5 DAYS from the start of symptoms or a positive test (whichever came first). Can return on DAY 6 if symptom free or symptoms are improved.
MUST wear a mask at all times for DAYS 6-10.
*If you are participating in school sports (including conditioning/lifting) you MUST be cleared by a physician before returning to sports. Return to Play form found here. |
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Alternative Diagnosis (must be a signed doctor’s note) |
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24+ hours and fever free (without the use of medication) and improved symptoms. |
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Exposure to COVID-19 OUTSIDE of school (family member, work, etc.) |
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May attend school if symptom free and must wear a mask (regardless of vaccination status).
*Please continue to monitor for symptoms for a full 14 days.
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Exposure to COVID-19 IN the classroom setting, bus, and organized school sports |
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Mask to Stay:
Students exposed to COVID-19 in school can continue to attend school (masked).
Test to Play:
Students exposed to COVID-19 in sports can continue to participate if they test negative on initial notification of the exposure.
*Testing is also recommended 5 days post exposure.
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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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Jesus proclaims, "I am the Way and the Truth and the Life." Lord, this Easter mystery emboldened your apostles to preach the power of your resurrection from the dead, even to suffer martyrdom for the sake of your name. Though few if any of us will be asked to die a martyr's death, help us to share the glory of your cross in how we live for others today, for it is our only hope and the way of our life. Amen! |
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