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July 16, 2024

Stallions in the Spotlight

In honor of her hard work and dedication, Mrs. Jean Garrick has been selected for the 2024 Buck Martin Award presented by the Ohio Council of Teachers of Mathematics. Congratulations!

Rising sophomore Cameron Moore participated in The Ohio State University Marching Band Clinic, a workshop that is led by students and staff from The Ohio State University Marching Band. The clinic concluded with a public performance on Sunday, July 14.

ICYMI! State Champion representatives from Wrestling, Competitive Cheer, Boys Golf, Girls Lacrosse and Boys Lacrosse participated in the Rotary Club of Westerville Independence Day Parade!

Summer Reading Challenge


Keep track of where Mr. Garrick is doing his summer reading, and you may receive a prize! Everyone participating in the Summer Reading Challenge will submit their answers at the beginning of the school year, and those with the correct answers will be entered into a prize drawing.


Location #4: Where is Mr. G?


Side Note: More information about our school's Common Read, Legacy of Mercy: A True Story of Murder and a Mother’s Mercy, will be emailed to all students' desales.co email accounts soon. Students - please continue to check your desales.co email.

Teaching Opportunities at SFD


We are looking to hire a few more great teachers to add to our wonderful faculty.


Areas of Focus:

  1. Math - Responsible for teaching Geometry and Algebra III-Trigonometry
  2. Chemistry - Responsible for teaching College Prep Chemistry
  3. Spanish (2 openings) - One is responsible for teaching levels 3 and 5 AP, and the other is responsible for teaching for levels 1 and 2.


All interested parties should send their resume directly to Vice Principal of Academics, Mr. Jim Jones, at jones@desales.co.

SFD Flag Corps/Color Guard Advisor Opening


St. Francis DeSales High School is seeking a flag corps/color guard advisor for the 2024 Marching Band season. The advisor will be responsible for creating and teaching routines to our highly motivated flag corps members. Previous experience in flag corps or color guard is required. Interested applicants should reach out to Band Director Elizabeth Crumpler at crumpler@desales.co.

Busing Announcement for Westerville Residents


We encourage our Westerville residents to complete Westerville District's Transportation Request Form (below) if interested in the possibility of receiving transportation services.


Families need to follow the directions as outlined to ensure proper processing for the coming school year.


https://www.westerville.k12.oh.us/operations/my-bus/non-public-charter-community-and-private-schools

Stallion Leadership Camp

July 22-24 9:00am-12:00pm


The Stallion Leadership Camp for rising 6th, 7th and 8th grade students is still open for registration! Come join the fun!


The Stallion Leadership Camp is to designed to encourage confidence, foster personal growth, and cultivate a strong sense of camaraderie among like-minded peers. During camp, you will participate in an array of engaging workshops, dynamic team-building activities, and thought-provoking discussions. You will gain valuable insights into effective communication, problem-solving, decision-making, and other critical leadership skills.


Registration is open until Friday, July 19th at midnight. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER or visit our website at sfdstallions.org/summercamps.

Upcoming Events

Educational Apparel Uniform Sale

When: July 17 from noon to 6pm

Where: SFD Cafeteria

Please note: The Spirit Shop will also be open tomorrow from noon to 6pm.


Fall Sports Picture Day

When: August 6

Coaches will let athletes know team picture time.


Senior Spirit Day

When: August 7 beginning at 2pm


Free Swim and Dive Clinics

When: August 13 -- Swim Clinic is from 5:30-7pm; Dive Clinic is from 6:30-7:30pm 

Where: Lakes Country Club, 6740 Worthington Rd, Westerville

Clinics are for current high school students. We especially encourage our incoming freshmen to meet coaches and teammates.


Class of 2028 Orientation

When: August 14 beginning at 1pm


Stallion Golf Outing

When: August 18

Where: The Links at Echo Springs

Register here.


First Day of School

When: August 21; early dismissal at 1:30pm


School Picture Day

When: August 22

Students will wear their traditional uniform for picture day.


To view the 2024-2025 school calendar, visit www.sfdstallions.org/calendar.

Nurse's Notes


ATTENTION CLASS OF 2025 STUDENTS/PARENTS!

All students in the class of 2025 are required to submit verification of a second dose (given on or after their 16th birthday) of the Meningococcal conjugate (MenACWY) vaccine prior to the start of their senior year. It is a requirement in Ohio for all incoming seniors. Families can email the updated immunization record to the School Nurse, Kelli Fitzpatrick, BSN, RN, LSN, at fitzpatrick@desales.co or bring in a hard copy to school. 

Spiritual Reflection

Forgiving God, help us to repent of our sins and failings, and renew our lives by our imitation of you Son. May we always be grateful for the mighty deeds you have done for us. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.