St. Francis High School Admissions Newsletter

Join Us On The SFHS Path

"Happy is he who attributes all he has to God."

Saint Francis of Assisi

Welcome

A+ Commitment: St. Francis High School Leads the Way in DuPage County

We are thrilled to announce that St. Francis High School has been named the #1 Catholic school in DuPage County according to Niche. Our commitment to academic excellence, personal growth, and faith-based education continues to set us apart, and we are excited to share our journey with you.

Pride in Excellence

St. Francis High School is honored to have earned A+ grades across the board in key areas that matter most to our students and their families:

Academics: Our rigorous curriculum, taught by passionate and dedicated faculty, ensures that each student is prepared to succeed at the highest levels.
College Prep: With a focus on college readiness and beyond, we help students develop the skills they need for success in higher education and future careers.
Clubs & Activities: From athletic teams to service organizations to fine arts programs, our wide range of extracurricular opportunities fosters leadership, teamwork, and creativity.

An A+ School Experience

Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our overall A+ grade, a testament to the holistic education we provide. We combine academic rigor with spiritual formation, preparing students not only for academic success but for lives of integrity, leadership, and service.

Our final open house of the year is TONIGHT, November 6, at 6:30 p.m. Come see for yourself all the opportunities that await your child here at SFHS!

Go Spartans,

Patrick Jacobsen, Director of Admissions

Only at St. Francis High School

Experience the SFHS difference, which offers distinct advantages that provide students with a well-rounded education to prepare them for a successful future.

COMMUNITY

What makes St. Francis High School truly exceptional? It’s vibrant community! While our academic and co-curricular programs are outstanding, SFHS feels like home—a place that both uplifts and challenges you. At the core of our school are the relationships we build. Our faculty and staff foster remarkable growth and transformation through their connections with each student.

Grounded in the Franciscan virtues of:

Compassion
Humility
Simplicity
Prayer
Peace & Justice
Charity
Integrity
Joy
Brotherhood & Sisterhood
Acceptance
Generosity
Faithfulness
Peacemaking
Hospitality
Goodness
Service

Community life at SFHS is viewed through a broader perspective. These enduring Franciscan principles shape a transformative experience that fosters a powerful college preparatory culture, which we refer to as “The St. Francis Way.”

Our mission is clear: to place students at the center and surround them with a supportive community led by our dedicated staff. Curious about how this environment helps students achieve their college goals? We asked our Director of Counseling, Bridget Buckley, and here’s what she had to say. “Colleges are looking for young adults who are confident, capable, and healthy in every aspect of their lives: academically, socially/emotionally, physically, and spiritually. Our Franciscan values and culture allow students opportunities when they are applying to colleges, because they have an entire community supporting their growth and development throughout their high school experiences. Every single aspect of an application is strong because each student has had support holistically. The desire by a whole community to see our students succeed allows students to build skills and high school resumes that prepare them for college applications and, quite frankly, life in general. Everyone in the building helps. Every club, sport, activity, service project, spiritual group, and even every tutoring session or conversation that happens during a student’s time at SFHS lends itself to building a strong application. Our teachers, our coaches, and our staff are all asked to help with aspects throughout the process, from proofreading essays, to coming up with creative answers to more unusual prompts, to simply giving students room to talk about their process. As a community, we afford students a wide variety of experience leading up to their application process as seniors.”

"I Am St. Francis"

The Alumni Perspective:

SFHS graduates are exceptionally well-prepared for success, with an impressive 99% of them advancing directly to higher education. Each year, our recent graduating classes collectively earn more than $22 million in scholarships, reflecting both their academic excellence and the strong foundation provided by SFHS. Our students not only master critical academic skills but are also equipped with the knowledge and resilience needed for success in college and beyond. Their readiness for lifelong learning is a testament to the education they receive here. And who better to share this story of achievement and preparation than our accomplished SFHS Alumni?

"When I started classes my freshman year, I already felt ahead because of St. Francis. Most of my classmates would complain about how they never really learned how to study in high school, so they felt overwhelmed and had to teach themselves how to study for college exams. Luckily, my teachers at St. Francis prepared me for college academics with their classes, so I knew how to study efficiently by the time I was a sophomore in high school. The transition from high school to college academics is always difficult, but St. Francis ensured that I was as prepared as possible!"

- Emery Carlson, Class of 2022 (Georgetown University)

Around Campus

Exciting New Transportation Option

We are excited to announce a new transportation option for St. Francis High School students beginning in the 2025-2026 school year. A shuttle service will be offered, providing convenient transportation from the BNSF Metra station in Naperville and the UP Metra station in Wheaton directly to the school. This new service aims to make commuting easier and more accessible for students along both train lines, enhancing their overall school experience.

All Saints’ Day Mass

For All Saints’ Day, we celebrated the lives of the Saints and reflected on those who have gone before us and continue to inspire us today.

Red Ribbon Week

Every year, our SADD Club and the Counseling Department line up a great week of activities, service opportunities, and awareness events for Red Ribbon Week. Emphasizing the importance of students making positive and healthy decisions for themselves and doing their part in creating a positive and inclusive community.

Freshman Retreat

Last Friday, our freshmen participated in their annual retreat. Led by the Student Ministry Team, students enjoy a morning of reflection and activities followed by a service opportunity at Feed My Starving Children. This is such a special day for our students to get to know each other and build community as a class!

State Bound Tennis Players

Congratulations to our five State Qualifiers for Girls Tennis: Ashley R., Carmen R., Elle S., and Elizabeth S. Spartan Nation is proud of you!

Spartan Volleyball Keeps on Rolling

Congratulations to Spartan Girls Volleyball for winning their 35th consecutive Regional Championship!

State Bound Runners

The Spartan Girls Cross Country team took 3rd in Sectionals, and advanced to State as a team! Elena M. took 2nd and Erin H. took 5th! For the Boys, Michael C. and Gavin G. are also State Qualifiers!

Football Moves to Second Round

The Spartan Football team downed Sterling High School by a score of 42-18 last Friday night, in the first round of the IHSA 5A playoffs! We will take on Prairie Ridge in the second round, on Saturday, November 9 at 1:00 p.m. here at SFHS!