May 23rd, 2025

Dear SFX Community,

Today we crossed the finish line of the 2024–2025 school year - - a year filled with meaningful moments, growth, and great accomplishments.

From our retreats and sacraments, to field trips and academic achievements, this year has been rich with joy, purpose, and belonging. We successfully completed our school accreditation visit, and we proudly celebrated the graduation of an outstanding 8th grade class. These are just a few of the many highlights that remind us of the strength, spirit, and heart of our SFX community.

As we enter summer break, we are filled with gratitude. We are grateful to God for the blessings of this past year and for each student, family, and staff member who makes SFX so special. We encourage our students to rest, recharge, and enjoy time with loved ones. Be sure to keep reading and sharpening those math skills along the way!

Wishing you all a safe, joyful, and blessed summer.

Peace,

Ryan Watson

Important Dates

Summer Break

May 26th - August 5th

Monday, June 2nd

Summer School Begins

Thursday, June 19th

NO SUMMER SCHOOL

In honor of Juneteenth

Friday, June 20th

Last Day of Summer School

Helpful Links

25-26 Planning Calendar

Anonymous reporting form

Last Chance to Leave Your Mark

Purchase a brick by June 1st to be included in the first installation of bricks in The Sullivan courtyard this summer! Your message will become a permanent part of this cherished space, symbolizing the enduring spirit and unity of our community. Join us in making a meaningful contribution that will be remembered for generations to come.

Important Updates

💻 Last Chance! We want to hear from you! Please take a moment to fill out this brief survey about our communications channels. It should take less than 5 minutes and it is anonymous.

☀️ Summer Math & Reading: Summer is almost here, but the learning doesn’t stop! We’re finalizing our summer reading and math requirements for 3rd- 8th grade and will have everything ready to share with you by next Friday via email and it will be posted on our website. Incoming Kindergarten through 2nd grade can access their Summer Choice Board here.

🤩 Fun Fest: Believe it or not, our Fun Fest co-chairs are already planning for the Best Day of the Year on October 25th, 2025! They'd love your feedback on a few items. Please take 2 minutes to fill out this survey so they can gather input as they start planning.

✂️ School Supplies: As a reminder, school supplies are included in tuition next year. They will be in classrooms on the first day of school. You will be responsible for providing a backpack, lunchbox, water bottle and headphones (K-8th) for your students.

News & Events

Staff Update

We're excited to announce that Mary Beth Abbott will be serving in the role of Director of Campus Ministry for the 25-26 school year. Mrs. Abbott is excited about this opportunity and will be working with Mrs. Westerfield during the transition.

We're also happy to announce that Dr. Kelly Maguire will be teaching Junior High ELA next year. She is excited for this opportunity.

Summer of Fun

Students in Preschool - 3rd grade should be going home with Mr. Watson's Summer of Fun checklist today! It's filled with creative activities designed to inspire adventure and imagination all summer long.

Check off items on the list and bring your poster back on the first day of school for a chance to be entered into a raffle for a special prize! Let the fun begin!

Save the Date!

On Sunday, August 3rd we'd like invite all SFX families to join us for a Welcome Back Family Mass at 9:00 AM in the Church. Following Mass, families are welcome to stop by campus for coffee and donuts. Students will have a chance to briefly meet their teacher and see their classroom.

New Family Retreat

We're excited to welcome new families to St. Francis Xavier School and we look forward to seeing you at the New Parent Retreat on Thursday, August 14th from 4:45-6:00 PM.

The retreat provides time to pray and introduce new families to the mission and philosophy of our school, reflect on our Jesuit heritage and spirituality and explore how they affect the education and culture at SFX.

This event is for parents only and attendance is mandatory for at least one parent. Please RSVP here by August 1st.

Vacation Bible School Registration Open

The parish is excited to bring back Vacation Bible School Monday, June 23rd - Friday, June 27th from 8:30-11:30 AM in Anderson Hall. VBS is for all students in Preschool - 5th grade. Sign up now for early bird pricing!

Announcements

Campus Ministry

Would you like to serve the church as an altar server? Fr. Bob invites students in 4th-8th grade who have received the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist to be an altar server. Another training will be held on June 4th from 3:30-4:30 PM in the church. For questions contact Mr. Zazick at the parish.

Tuition and Scholarship

You will be receiving an email today regarding our updated ESA requirements for the 25-26 school year. If you have any questions, please reach out to our Tuition and Scholarship Manager, Aundrea Yabo-Ramirez.

Summer Enrichment

Mathnasium

School is winding down, and most families are looking forward to summer break. But summer is also the ideal time to keep math skills sharp. Your child can avoid the "summer slide" and have fun at the same time by attending summer sessions with Mathnasium.

We love being part of the SFX family and are offering students the same deal to come to our center over the summer for $199.99/month for 8 sessions of tutoring.

Our center is open Mon - Thurs from 3:00-7:00 PM and Friday 11:00 AM-3:00PM. No need to make appointments, just drop in with your student anytime during the week to get math help over summer!

Noetic Summer Challenge Math Program

(available for rising 3rd - 8th graders June 9 - July 31).

Our 2nd–5th grade SFX Math Team used the Noetic Challenge Program this spring to prepare for the Noetic Learning Math Contest, and our coaches were impressed by the non-routine, challenging problems that stretched and excited our students.

The summer program offers a great opportunity for students who enjoy thinking creatively and tackling new kinds of math challenges. Check it out here.

If you any have questions, please email our Math and Data Coach Mrs. Valladao. Happy problem solving!

The Wolf Den

Happy Summer to all students, families and St. Francis faculty and staff!

The Wolf Den is fully stocked with polos and PE Uniforms. Get a head start for next year – order now and pick up through the end of June. All online orders placed after June 26^th will be available for pick up starting the week of July 28^th. New items coming soon - hair accessories, spirit shirts, pennants, socks, lunch boxes, and more!

Summer and Back to School Hours

May 26^th – June 2^nd: CLOSED

June 3^rd – June 27^th: Tuesdays & Thursdays 7:30 – 9:30am

June 19^th – CLOSED

July 28^th – August 1st: Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Friday 9:00am – 12:00pm

July 31^st – CLOSED

August 4th - 5th: Monday/Tuesday 9:00am - 12:00pm

August 6th - 8th: Wednesday/Thursday/Friday 7:45am - 1:15pm

Please note: Returns/exchanges are accepted within 30 days of purchase. Items must be in original condition; unwashed and unworn. We have students and members in our community who are allergic to certain detergents and fabric softeners. We appreciate your understanding! Marked down/sale items cannot be returned.

Weekly Highlights

SLE Awards

Congratulations to all of our SLE Award Winners in 1st - 7th Grade. We are proud of our students for living out our SLEs each and every day of the school year.

Community Events

Families for Others

Volunteer with SVDP

We have some great opportunities to volunteer with St. Vincent de Paul.

In addition to volunteering at the Main Campus Dining Room (for ages 9+), families with younger-aged children can also volunteer at Urban Farms or Hearts & Hands.

Get a group together and spend some time being Families for Others. Click here for detailed information about the volunteer opportunities. You can sign up for a shift here.

Questions? Email SFX parent volunteer Megan Garvey.

Quick Links

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