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Dear SFX Community,
Happy St. Patrick's Day!
This week our Junior High students dropped off their Arrupe items which will go to help so many in the greater Phoenix community. Our friends from Catholic Charities were overwhelmed by the generosity of our community, the hard work of our Junior High students, and the enthusiasm in which our students felt called to serve.
Today we celebrated our Sacraments of Initiation retreat where our 3rd Graders and a few older students learned more about and practiced for First Holy Eucharist and Confirmation. We are so blessed to have this outstanding community.
If you're a basketball fan like me, I hope you enjoy watching all the games this weekend. See you on Monday!
Peace,
Ryan Watson
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Up Next Week
Wednesday, March 22nd
9:00 am | Courtyard
Adoration, 3rd - 8th Grade
Thursday, March 23rd
7:00 pm | Gym
Spring Play
Friday, March 24th
7:00 pm | Gym
Spring Play
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3rd Annual Golf Tournament
Registration is open for our 3rd Annual Golf Tournament! It will take place in just a few short weeks on Thursday, March 30th at Silverado Golf Club in Scottsdale. It will be a shotgun start at 7:30 am. Please note, there are a limited amount of spots available. If you want to guarantee your space, consider becoming a sponsor.
Playing golf not your thing? We've got you covered. We'll be selling Club Passes again this year that include lunch and a drink ticket for the Clubhouse. You can cheer on the golfers as they come in!
If you're not able to attend, but want to support the cause, there's an option on the registration form to donate any amount. This year the proceeds from the tournament will go towards our Art and Athletic programs.
Thank you for your support! We look forward to seeing everyone on March 30th!
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Spring Play Tickets
Our students have been hard at work on their Spring Play: The Wizard of Oz. The performance will be next Thursday, March 23rd and Friday, March 24th at 7:00 pm in the Gym. Download the Ticket Order Form here. Hope to see you there!
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Parent University
We are excited to announce that we have partnered with Katey McPherson, a nationally known presenter, and Child Advocate & Education Consultant to present the Helping Families Thrive series.
This three part series is designed to help parents navigate the trials and tribulations of parenting in today's world. We will kick off this series with the presentation of "The Self Driven Child" on Tuesday, March 28th from 5:00 - 6:30 pm in the Gym. This interactive presentation will also be available via live stream.
Please see the attached flyer for more information. You can register for the session here. If you have any questions, please contact Mandi Jemsek.
Save the date for Part 2 and Part 3 of the series that will focus on digital wellness and the increase in anxiety, depression, and self harm in today's youth. Part 2 will be presented on Tuesday, April 25th and Part 3 on Tuesday, May 16th.
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Registration for Summer School
Registration for summer school is now open! Click here to sign up. Summer school will be June 5th - June 23rd and it's for students registered for the 2023 - 2024 school year. To learn more about the program, download this flyer.
**Please note, our Preschool and 1st Grade programs are already full as well as our Lunch & Play program**
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Arrupe Delivery
This week Catholic Charities joined us at Pledge & Prayer for our Arrupe donation drop off event. We are very proud of our 7th and 8th Graders for living out our SLE of being Committed to Doing Justice through the Arrupe Project. Thank you for helping those in need in our community!
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3rd Grade Retreat
Today our 3rd Graders and their parents attended a retreat as part of their preparation to receive the sacraments of Confirmation and First Communion. Throughout the day, the students and their parents participated in a variety of activities to reinforce their formation for receiving the sacraments.
It was a wonderful day full of faith, learning, and fellowship. Thank you to the many people in our community who came together to make the gift of this day possible.
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Scrip Update
The Diocese of Phoenix has recommended discontinuing Scrip Fundraising programs for a variety of reasons. Therefore, our Scrip program will end on June 30th, 2023. Until that time, we encourage you to continue utilizing the service as we work through the details. All gift cards purchased during this time will remain valid and hold their purchased value.
The $250 obligation will not be required for the 2023-2024 school year. The Scrip office will continue to have gift cards for sale through the month of June. Raise Right will be active through June but will also be discontinued on June 30th.
Thank you for the many ways you contribute and donate to St. Francis Xavier. The Scrip office will continue selling uniforms and in the near future, we will be expanding our SFX spirit shop! More details to come soon.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Emily McLaughlin & Thuy Autrey.
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Campus Ministry
Fr. George Teodoro will lead 3rd - 8th Grade in Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament in the school courtyard this coming Wednesday, March 22nd at 9:00am.
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Hungry Wolf Cafe
April Menu
The April menu is now available. Please place your orders through Meal Manage.
Hungry Wolf Farm Bag
Consider purchasing a Hungry Wolf Farm Bag. A portion of funds will directly support SFX’s commitment to cultivating excellence in mind, body and spirit. Bags will be distributed every other Friday at dismissal in front of the Library. Next delivery dates: TODAY, 3/31, 4/28, 5/12. Instructions for Ordering
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Sports Announcements
Save the Date for the Annual SFXAA Day at Chase Field!
Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Washington Nationals
Sunday, May 7, 1:10pm
Discounted tickets $28
There is a pregame parade for all players and coaches in uniform. Groups/teams can coordinate to sit together. SFXAA is in sections 140-142. Buy your discounted tickets here.
Sit together with your team, invite your grandparents, friends and neighbors—This is a great community event for St. Francis Xavier Parish, School and SFXAA! Download the flyer for more details.
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Thank you to our generous sponsors from Golf 2022!
Over the past year, significant upgrades have been made to our SFXAA fields. This was possible due to your generosity!
Improvements we made at the complex: Fixed Perimeter Wrought Iron Fence; Repaired/Replaced Entire Sprinkler System; Added Yellow Fence Cap on South Field; Added a New Bullpen on the South Field; Added a New Dumpster; Rebuilt the North Bullpen; Cleaned, Grubbed, and Graded South Areas by South Batting Cages; Added New Carpets and Nets for the Batting Cages; Lasered and Leveled Both Fields; Added Polymer Oil to Make Both Fields Dustless; Added New Windscreens on Both Fields
Thanks to Marc Thornton for organizing these upgrades and changes!
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SFX Families Serving our Neighbors in Need at St. Vincent de Paul
Sign up with the SFX Mini Vinnies to volunteer downtown at the St. Vincent de Paul dining hall. Eight volunteer slots are reserved for SFX every Monday from 3:30-6:30pm. Volunteers must be ages 9 and older and accompanied by an adult.
The first Saturday of every month is a “Hearts and Hands” program from 9:00 - 11:30 am that includes arts and crafts or other projects appropriate for our youngest volunteers.
For more information or to sign-up, click here. Questions? Contact Ann-Marie Alameddin.
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Wagon Wednesdays
NEW items needed for March: Shampoo and snacks
Look for the wagons each Wednesday at the entry gates to drop off your donations. Thank you for supporting our Angel Families!
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