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Congratulations to our Halloween Costume Contest winners and our Pumpkin Contest winners (pictured here)! |
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SFD Run the Race Club took some Halloween fun to the Run the Race Center, creating a Trunk or Treat event with candy, face painting, snacks, pumpkin painting, costumes and games. |
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Fall Sports in Post Season Action
Congratulations to our football team on their win over Sheridan last Friday. To purchase tickets for Friday's Regional quarterfinal football game at Granville go to www.ohsaa.org/tickets. Click "Football", under Division III, Region 11, click "Get Tickets." $10.00 pre-sale; $12.00 3 hours before kickoff. No passes or Student IDs will be accepted.
Congratulations to our boys cross country team on their 8th place finish in the Regionals on Saturday. Also congratulations to Mary McAllister for competing in the Division I Regional on Saturday. Congratulations to Charles Rizek for qualifying for the State Cross Country meet next Saturday. Tickets are available for Saturday's State meet for cross country at www.ohsaa.org/tickets. Student tickets are $10.00; Adult tickets are $13.00.
Special Shoutout: Good job to our volleyball and boys soccer teams on their fall seasons. Thank you to our seniors for all of their hard work over the past four years.
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SFD Professions Night - This Thursday
When: November 4 at 7pm (via Zoom)
This evening will focus on careers in Business. The following members of our SFD family will serve as panelists:
Bill Jordan - President, Designer Brands
Lisa Groff - Vice President, Chief Risk Officer, AEP
Darrell Ayers - Retired, Former Director of Sales and Strategic Initiatives, Abbott Laboratories
Brianna Ellis - Director of Merchandising and Business Development, Vellabox
Nick Ruebel - Project Manager, eFuse
Antonio Romanelli - Licensed Real Estate Agent, The Romanelli Group
Please register in advance for this webinar:
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
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Canned Food Drive Kickoff
Our annual Canned Food Drive kicks off next Tuesday. We will have an assembly this Friday to get our student body ready for this important service drive. Starting next Tuesday, donations can be turned in when arriving to school in the Little Theater lobby.
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Thanksgiving Week Bus Service Message
We will not have Columbus Bus Service on Monday, November 22nd or Tuesday, November 23rd, for morning or afternoon drop-off/pick-up. Students need to plan for alternate transportation on those dates.
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4 Spots Remaining for NYC Trip
The final deadline to register for the Spring Break trip (March 12 - March 15, 2022 ) to New York City is this Friday, November 5. You can register at https://portal.brightsparktravel.com/ with Tour Web Code: T8P6VTV.
We look forward to you joining us on this unforgettable experience. Please email Ms. Nye with any questions you may have at nye@desales.co.
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SFD Professions Night - Focusing on careers in Business
When: November 4 at 7pm via Zoom
Eucharistic Adoration
When: November 5
Please note that, as there is an early dismissal Friday, Eucharistic Adoration will end earlier. Instead of the usual Benediction around 2:40pm, Benediction will begin at approximately 1:10pm. All parents are welcome and encouraged to come. Sign up here! If your schedule does not permit you to commit to an hour, please stop in for a visit before Our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament as your schedule permits. Prayer before the Most Blessed Sacrament is one of the best ways we as parents can support the DeSales community.
Early Dismissal
When: November 5 at 1:30pm
The Gahanna bus will be here at 1:30pm to pick up students. Please note: those who ride the Gahanna bus will only be transported back to Gahanna Lincoln High School and will need to be picked up from there. Columbus buses will NOT be here at the early dismissal time; students will need to arrange for another ride home.
SFD Open House
When: November 7 from 11am to 2pm
Wellness Day - No School
When: November 8
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
We invite all Veterans or those currently serving to join us for a light breakfast before the ceremony beginning at 7:10am in the school's Vision Room. To RSVP, please email Karen Cofojohn at cofojohn@desales.co.
Father-Daughter Dance
When: November 14 from 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Where: Villa Milano
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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. Please contact Molly Kraker at 614-353-5686 or mollykraker@columbus.rr.com with any questions. |
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A Few Spaces Open for Italy Trip - Summer 2022
Zoom Meeting this Wednesday
There will be an informational Zoom meeting about the Italy trip this Wednesday, November 3 at 6:30pm. This trip was originally scheduled for summer of 2021 but was rescheduled for June 13 - 22, 2022. There are some spaces open for students who are interested in joining us. Please join the Zoom meeting using the link provided below. Contact Antonella Iacobone at iacobone@desales.co or Tracey Moose at moose@desales.co with any questions.
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Registration is open! 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 Next 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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The Business Club's second Etiquette workshop, Polished and Professional, will be offered on Thursday, November 18th 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.
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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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Job Opportunities at SFD
Please view the following career opportunities at SFD below.
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
Vision and Hearing Screenings for 9th and 11th grade students will be starting as required by state law.
- Results will be sent home with the student as screenings are completed.
- Parents will be notified if a student needs rescreened or needs a referral to a physician.
- If you wish to not have your student screened, please contact the School Nurse.
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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Class Facebook Pages
Did you know you can join your son or daughter's Class Facebook page? Click the link below to check it out!
St. Francis DeSales Class of 2022
St. Francis DeSales Class of 2023
St. Francis DeSales Class of 2024
St. Francis DeSales Class of 2025
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Diocesan Recreation Association
The Diocesan Recreation Association wants you! It is time to begin forming your parish CYO basketball team. Girls and boys in grades 9-12 are eligible to play. Games will be played on weekends, beginning in December. All teams must be formed by November 20 and the High School Sport Information Sheet must be turned in to hold your spot. Coaches’ meeting will be held after forms are submitted.
Questions can be directed to Jon Phillips, Boys CYO commissioner at jdposu76@gmail.com or to Patty Shipe, Girls CYO Commissioner at pshipep@gmail.com
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Loving Father, we know that death will claim us at our appointed times. But even now, your divine life and sustaining power grow within us, to be claimed in its fullness when we are born into eternal life. We trust your Son’s promise that he will not let us be among the lost. We look forward to our reunion with family and friends, knowing that there will never again be goodbyes and farewells. Grant us your hope that we might live with courage and faithfulness until that day. Amen. |
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