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A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRINCIPAL
Earlier this month, we hosted our virtual gala. A variety of alumni were involved, ranging from our hosts to the musical guests, to many of the folks who purchased auction items or generously gave to our fund-a-need. It’s exciting to see a physical reminder of the special network SFBRHS has created. The Borgia Family reaches far and wide and is extremely generous and supportive.
We are about to graduate 130 members of the Class of 2021. Looking at these talented seniors, I have to wonder… who is going to be that professional who comes to speak to our classes and shares firsthand experiences in the field? Who is going to be that parent who volunteers to work the concession stand or drive the bus to sporting events? Who will be the laborer who helps keep our campus looking beautiful? Who will be the teacher who works with the next generation of learners? Who is going to be the graduate who serves on our School Board? Who is going to be our next coach or office manager?
These are just a handful of ways you, our alumni, have contributed to our school community this school year.
We are so blessed to have such a wide-reaching family of alumni who still care so deeply about our school, even after they’ve long walked across the stage at graduation and thrown their caps into the air. The Class of 2021 is a lucky group to be joining such an elite group.
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Despite the pandemic, our students are having another incredible year. We recently welcomed Archbishop Rozanski for a school community Mass. Our swimmers, wrestlers, and boys' basketball teams advanced beyond districts, and a few weeks ago, we held our welcome night for our incoming freshman students. Our families, faculty, and staff have successfully met the challenges of COVID and now look to the opportunities ahead. It's hard to believe we are already planning graduation and creating schedules for the fall.
Earlier this year, we invited you to support us in our mission. As we wrap up the current year and begin preparations for the next – it reminds me how important our annual giving program is to our school. The mission of St. Francis Borgia is timeless, both in its annual process and in the long-term results of what we do here every day. I want to take this opportunity to ask you again to support us in that mission.
Spiritually, academically, and physically, our community is amazing. While many in our community have struggled this year, others have picked up the slack and carried us forward. Again, we need your partnership to do this. Our students have extraordinary potential, and through the power of the Catholic education we offer, we can play significant roles in the global community. If you believe in Borgia and support our mission, please make your gift to the Annual Fund. The size of your gift is not as important as the act of giving itself. Borgia stretches every dollar to maximize its impact on our students.
We can only accomplish our mission if we work together and make it happen. If you are in a position to help, I hope you will consider a gift via Venmo at SFBRHS or by donating on our website at borgia.com. You may also send us a check to 1000 Borgia Drive, Washington, MO 63090, ATTN: Donna Grahl.
Thank you in advance for having a positive impact on our present and our future.
I wish you Christ's blessings and peace,
Bernie Naumann
President
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CELEBRATE THE KNIGHT GALA
A HUGE SUCCESS!
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We are so grateful and pleased to announce that our Celebrate the Knight Gala raised over $140,000 towards tuition assistance. Our students are our mission, and they can best answer the question "What makes Borgia different?" |
OUR GALA'S MUSICAL GUESTS |
During our Gala's live program, we got to see performances from a few of our amazingly talented alums. Just click on the photos below to see each of them for yourself! |
Morgan and Luke Dierker '08
Of Sea and Stone
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Alex Baylard '12 and
Dale Obermark '10
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We are thrilled to announce that this year's Fund A Need raised over $100,000 to fund the following and more:
TV Broadcast Studio Replacement/Upgrades
For over 20 years, The Knightly News Live! program has provided news, sports, and essential information four mornings a week to our students. The show builds a strong sense of community as news from the sports field, stage, band, academic programs, and other essential information are conveyed to students, teachers, and staff.
However, the current infrastructure is not keeping up. The modulator, which distributes the signal to classrooms and offices, is over 20 years old, and parts and support are no longer available. In addition, our current wiring only allows students to view an analog picture of poor resolution and quality. The overall broadcast system itself is aged, challenging to maintain, and must be upgraded to better align with our mission of fostering technologically prepared, life-long learners.
Live-stream Upgrades
Live streaming has become a vital part of connecting our school with the community at large. This has never been more true than in 2020, where over 2,000 people were able to tune in and view last year's student award ceremony and where an impressive 7,500 people were able to view last fall's annual Turkey Tournament.
Be that as it may, our current live-stream system is out of date. We need a more user-friendly and portable system, which is paramount to continuing this outreach to our community. With these upgrades, the Borgia mission can reach the entire state of Missouri, all over our nation, and into the whole world.
Theater Projection Replacement
Not only is our theater a fantastic venue for plays and live performances, but it is also used by many of our classes and community gatherings. Many of these assemblies require visual presentations.
The current screen used for these presentations is worn and torn, making it difficult to reflect an upgraded image. Also, the projector used for these presentations desperately needs to be replaced. The current one cannot deliver a vibrant picture that is necessary to see throughout the entire theater.
Replacing this equipment would allow us to offer the audio-visual experience that our students and visitors deserve.
Robotics Upgrades
Our STEM lab is growing! We want to offer our engineering and computer design students more robust programs by purchasing the next generation of micro-controllers. Replacing the current Cortex models with Vex V-5 controllers for our bots will allow us to offer our students the most up-to-date technology.
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Check out our very own Spirit Shop for gifts and apparel for you and your family! |
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Schnucks E-Scripts Program
If you shop at Schnucks, you could earn up to 3% of your purchase amount for St. Francis Borgia Regional High School. Click the picture above to sign up. Our eScrip school id is 6674669.
Thank you!
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Congratulations to this year's Prom Queen Maria Elbert (daughter of Suson and David Elbert '79) and her King Noah Simmons (son of Nanci (Meyer) '85 and John Simmons)! Grace Rickman (daughter of Laura (Riegel) '90 and Joel Rickman) and Thomas Engemann (son of Joanie and Douglas Engemann '84) were the runners up.
Other members of the court were Maria Eckelkamp (daughter of Cindy (Engemann) '85 and Nick Eckelkamp '83), Maria Hellebusch (dauther of Susan and Rick Hellebusch '88), Andi Kimminau (granddaughter of Pam (Neier) '75 and Bill Kimminau '75), Madison Meyer (daughter of Denise and David Meyer '87), Sam Heggemann (son of Amy and Robert Heggemann '89), Brent Lemon (son of Kelly and Timothy Lemon), Max Meyers (son of Caroline (Holtmeier) '90 and Phil Meyers), and Gavin Mueller (son of Michelle (Mohesky) '84 and Scott Mueller.
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IN LOVING MEMORY
We extend our sincere condolences and prayers to the families of our Borgia alums who have recently passed away.
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Marilyn (Elbert) Bleckman '50
March 31, 2021
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Dolores (Dieckhaus) Bonnet '57
April 9, 2021
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Planned Giving
Planned gifts can make a substantial impact on St. Francis Borgia Regional High School, creating a legacy for our ministry that lasts for generations.
Planned gifts can offer you significant benefits. For example, planned gifts allow you to maintain control of your assets during your lifetime, take advantage of a number of tax benefits, or perhaps even secure a lifetime income stream for yourself or others.
Planned gifts typically come from your assets rather than income. They are perfect for individuals and families of all ages and levels of income who wish to leave a sustaining gift to the school they hold dear. Strategic planned giving can allow anyone to create a lasting legacy for SFBRHS.
Learn more about how you can sustain our school for generations with a planned gift to www.rcfstl.org.
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Click on the Knights logo to view all upcoming sports schedules. If you would like notifications on games, please click on the logo and sign up under "notify me." You will receive game time changes, cancellations, and game reminders if you are signed up.
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Borgia has spectator guidelines in place for our home events due to Covid and recommended social distancing. Away events are at the discretion of each opposing school and are shared as we know and receive them via our Borgia Athletics Facebook page and Twitter timeline. |
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In thanksgiving for the sacrifices and contributions offered by those before us on our behalf, we at St. Francis Borgia Regional High School offer our afternoon prayer for different members of our alumni each day. |
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This year, the Class of 2021 will celebrate their graduation on Thursday, May 20 at 7 p.m. This event will be live streamed for any/everyone to enjoy.
Further details will follow.
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St. Francis Borgia Regional High School
1000 Borgia Drive, Washington, MO 63090
P: 636-239-7871
F: 636-239-1198
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