"Wow, there have been some great updates at 4212 since the last time I was on campus! I'm sure students love the addition of Stallion Way. Sounds like Franciscan Loop will be amazing too! Wanna help make it a reality? Give today, and remember, your gift will be doubled if made by December 10, up to $40,000! Click here to give To You DeSales, To You."

As a result of last year’s Holiday Giving, we were able to secure funding for Stallion Way as part of our Be The Light Campus Master Plan. If you haven't had a chance to see Stallion Way, check it out here!

Our annual Canned Food Drive is wrapping up this weekend. For those who may want to contribute to this important drive, please note we will have the following opportunities available:

December 4 from 8am to 10am - Little Theater Lobby

December 5 from Noon to 2pm - Little Theater Lobby

Thank you to all our alumni military guests for being here to celebrate Veterans Day; your presence made our ceremony even more special.

Class of 1964 alumnus Fr. Bill Faiella, CSC has written the 10-Minute-A-Day-Advent Retreat digital book to help others develop their faith and prayer life, and experience inner peace during the Advent season. Visit the St. Andre Inner Healing website (ihmaz.org) to check out his book.

Last month, we held a ribbon cutting ceremony on our new Stallion Way. We were blessed to have 1966 alumnus, Mike DeAscentis Sr., who was very instrumental in helping us complete this project, here to cut the ribbon and celebrate with us. Mike was the driving force behind the engineering and execution of this dynamic update to our students’ daily commute. Also at the celebration was Father Tony Davis, pastor at St. Matthias Church, Columbus City Councilmember Emmanuel Remy, student leaders and members of the SFD Marching Band. This beautiful new drive is made of pervious pavers and will have a positive and lasting impact on our school and neighboring community.

Our school magazine, The Mighty Pen, is on its way to your mailbox. If you do not receive your copy by Christmas, please contact Karen Cofojohn at cofojohn@desales.co.

Calling all Spirited Stallions! Here is a link to the online Stallion Store where you can get exclusive Stallion gear. Due to the pandemic, each item has limited quantities by size. Thank you to 2Horse Apparel (alumni Matt and Betsy Stewart '97!) for supporting SFD and making this site possible.

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:

Interested parties should send their cover letter and resume to Assistant Principal, Mr. Jim Jones at jones@desales.co.

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.

In Memoriam     Eternal rest, grant unto her O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon her.

Andrea Lemus, class of 2018, passed away on November 7, 2021.