Additional Note From Mr. Watson
As we continue to plan for the 2023 - 2024 school year I would like to welcome the following teachers to our SFX Community:
Mr. Sean Foudy will be joining us as a 4th Grade Teacher.
Mr. Robert Morrison will be joining us as a Junior High Science and Math Teacher.
Mrs. Mary Beth Abbott will be joining us as a Junior High ELA Teacher.
Please see below for a little more information about each of them:
From Mr. Foudy: Greetings, St. Francis Xavier Elementary! My name is Sean Foudy and I'm thrilled to be joining your school community as the newest addition to the teaching team. As a born and raised Phoenician, my family's Arizona roots go deep - my dad's side was digging around in Bisbee way back in the late 1800s. With so much time spent in the Valley, I believe I am now part lizard, which might explain why I can survive long stretches without water or sunlight. But don't worry, I promise not to crawl on walls during class - unless it's to grab a book from the top shelf or find a student's missing homework assignment.
I've been teaching for over a quarter of a century now, with the last two decades spent at St. Theresa Catholic School. When I'm not sharing my love of learning with students, you might find me browsing through dusty bins at the record store, looking for that elusive rare vinyl, or cheering on the Phoenix Suns, often to the point of horse hoarseness. And when it comes to family, well, let's just say my three grown boys and two adorable granddaughters in San Diego keep me on my toes. My wife and I have been married for 31 years, which is perhaps longer than some of you have been alive. We are both thrilled to embark on this new chapter in our lives as a part of the St. Francis Xavier community.
From Mr. Morrison: Hello, my name is Robert Morrison. This will be my 5th year teaching middle school. I completed my masters degree in Elementary Education at Grand Canyon University. I also graduated from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University with a Bachelor of Science in Professional Aeronautics, and I received my Associate’s in Applied Aerospace Science from the Community College of the Air Force. Teaching is my 2nd career as I am also a 21-year Air Force retired veteran with a great deal of cultural and worldly experiences. I trained the Egyptian Air Force on the inner workings of jet engines for the F-16 fighter aircraft as part of the Peace Vector Program in Egypt. I’ve also trained many men and women of the U.S. Air Force on their professional roles and responsibilities. I have a passion for teaching and helping students reach their full potential. I believe the classroom is a space for exploration and discovery, where I can turn students into lifelong learners. I myself am a lifelong learner who is currently attending ASU online with 93 credit hours towards my mechanical engineering degree.
Aside from teaching and learning, I have three beautiful daughters. My oldest is Ava, who is a fourteen-year-old freshman at Xavier College Preparatory and I have twin daughters Lyra and Farrah who are 12 years of age and attend middle school. I have a private pilot’s license and I love to fly when I can afford it. I also enjoy traveling, experiencing new cultures/food and spending time with my friends and family. I’m very excited about teaching your students at the prestigious St. Francis Catholic School. It’s going to be a fun and fantastic year of learning.
From Mrs. Abbott: Greetings! My name is Mary Beth Abbott, and I am very excited to be joining St. Francis Xavier! I began working in the diocese in 1995 teaching 1st and 2nd Grade. After starting a family and being home for a few years, I went back to teaching when my youngest started school. For the past 14 years, I have taught 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade English Language Arts.
I am a proud mom of three children and wife to husband, Greg. My youngest is graduating from Brophy this year, so I will be an empty nester! In my free time, I enjoy staying active with all types of fitness and spending time with family and friends. I am looking forward to being a part of St. Francis!
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