The holidays are here! From all of us at St. Francis High School, we extend our warmest wishes to you and your loved ones.

We hope in the new year, you'll continue to stay connected with our vibrant alumni community. Whether it's through attending school events like our Hall of Honor, mentoring current students through our Spartan Alumni Panel, or simply sharing your successes and life events with us, we value your continued support.

Wishing you and your loved ones a Merry Christmas and a happy New Year. See you in 2025!

Todd Shaw '89

Alumni Relations

tshaw@

sfhscollegeprep.org

(630) 668-5800 x1143

Calling all Classes from ‘0s and ‘5s – it's time to organize your next reunion! We're here to help, please reach out to start planning your event.

Thank you to everyone who joined us at Sturdy Shelter Brewing for our Music Ensemble Rock Band performance on Friday, December 20.

Pictured are (clockwise from top): The 2024-25 Rock Band; Matt Marsico, A.J. Jania, Brandon Lewis, Gavin Kowalski, and Carter Riggs; Charlie Adler, Eddie Castronovo, Alec Kissane, and Luke Donofrio; Megan Kruse, Bob Mamminga, and Sarah Kruse; Antonio Salas, John Von Bampus, Don Perry, Bob Mamminga, and Luke and Mark Claerhout.

Congratulations, Kristen Kelsay '10! Kristen was recently hired as the eighth head coach of Michigan State Volleyball.

All are welcome to join us for our upcoming Hall of Honor induction ceremony!

Our Hall of Honor recognizes outstanding alumni and friends of St. Francis High School. The Hall of Honor is for those who achieved outstanding accomplishments during their time at SFHS, and Distinguished Alumni awardees are those who have maintained a high standard of excellence and made a significant contribution in their fields of endeavor.

The ceremony is at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 11, in the Spyglass Athletic Center. Our new state-of-the-art touchscreen digital display will also be unveiled at the event. Our honorees include:

• Jim Russell ’82 (State Champion Pole Vault)
• Jeff Dawson ’05 (State Champion Tennis)
• Women’s Volleyball 1991 (State Champions)
• Women's Volleyball 1992 (State Champions)
• Chess Team 1973 (State Champions)
• Mike Webb ‘72 (Distinguished Alumni)
• Pete Kinsella ’75 (Distinguished Alumni)
• Brother Pius (Friend of SFHS)

All are welcome - tickets are $50 each and include dinner and open bar.

Get your tickets today!

Please join us in support of our 2025 Ensuring Our Future auction: Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball. This year's event is Saturday, March 1, in the Spyglass Athletic Center. Tickets go on sale in January!

Until then, check out our sponsorship opportunities and auction item donation wish list. Click below for more information.

Check out our Fall 2024 Athletics and Performing and Visual Arts Recap!

The Spartans are annual contenders for both Conference and State titles, thanks to our legendary coaches, talented athletes, and dedicated fans who make up a winning team. Congratulations to our teams for their exceptional achievements during the fall 2024 season!

Congratulations to these two outstanding senior student-athletes, headed to play volleyball at the collegiate level! Brooklynn J. – Carroll University; Dylan K. – Connecticut College.