Celebrations or news to share? Please contact Jamie Lavigueur at jlavigueur@sfhscollegeprep.org.

Congratulations to our April Students of the Month!

The Student Ambassador Leadership Team (SALT) Application for the 2026-2027 school year is open! Students 9th-11th grade interested in applying must review and complete the necessary requirements in mySFHS within the Resource Board in the “SALT Application” tile.

The application deadline is Thursday, April 16, by 3:30 p.m. The SALT Application Signature Page and Student Questionnaire document must be turned in to SALT Moderators Mr. Jacobsen, Mrs. Wiborg, or Mrs. Dannheim in the main office. While you can fill everything out electronically, you must print the document to hand in.

Both applicant and a parent must sign the signature page for the application to be considered complete. Handwritten signatures only, please. Decisions are emailed Wednesday, April 29, between 7:00 and 7:30 p.m.

Questions? Contact the SALT Moderators at admissions@sfhscollegeprep.org.

7:00-9:00 p.m. Friday, April 17 - admission is free! Join us for the 2026 Art & Jazz Showcase, an evening highlighting the talents of our Visual Artists and the SFHS Jazz Band and Vocal Jazz Ensemble.

We are asking every family to participate in our Annual Parent Pledge by Friday, May 8. Many are surprised to learn that tuition covers only 80% of the actual cost to educate a student. This leaves a "gap" of $3,600 per student—a space filled every year by the generous donations of parents, alumni, and friends. Your pledge isn't just a donation; it’s an investment that reaches our classrooms directly, providing the resources our faculty and students need to excel.

Completing your pledge is simple:

1. Log in to mySFHS.
2. Click the yellow banner at the top of your account page.
3. Note you only need to submit one form per family.
4. The deadline to complete the form is Friday, May 8.

6:00-8:00 p.m. Thursday, April 16, College of DuPage Health Science Center, 425 Fawell Boulevard, Glen Ellyn. This free event is designed for students to learn more about the wide range of opportunities available in healthcare.

Students will:

• Explore a variety of healthcare career pathways
• Meet faculty and industry professionals
• Participate in hands-on activities and demonstrations
• Learn about education and training programs that lead to in-demand healthcare careers

The SFHS Business Scholarship is a need-based scholarship awarded to a student in the Class of 2027 or 2028 (rising junior or senior for the 2026-2027 school year). This scholarship, awarded by the Scholarship Committee, is a one-time, non-renewable scholarship named in honor of a grandparent of two SFHS alumni. Criteria include good academic standing (3.0 GPA); an interest in business/entrepreneurship; and demonstration of financial need.

Applicants must submit the following:

1. Copy of your 2025-2026 report card

2. Indication of what business courses you completed and are enrolled in for fall of 2026-2027 (Business Communications, Business Law, Entrepreneurship, Accounting, Honors Accounting II, Consumer Education)

3. An original essay of 250 words or less (double-spaced) explaining your need for support, your interest in business/entrepreneurship, and if awarded, how it will assist you in future endeavors

Materials should be attached to an email with the subject “Business Scholarship” to Beth Brown in the Advancement Office at ebrown@sfhscollegeprep.org. Applications are due by April 24, 2026.

Current sophomores and juniors interested in traveling to France and Spain next summer with their classmates and the World Language Department are invited to attend the France & Spain Trip Information Meeting with their parents at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 15, in the Kuhn Cultural Arts Center.

Trip Information: Embark on the ultimate European adventure that blends adventure, history, and vibrant cultures on June 15, 2027! Start in Spain’s lively capital, Madrid, where you’ll explore grand plazas, royal palaces, and world-renowned city life. Then, head to Barcelona to marvel at the iconic Sagrada Familia, before enjoying free time to dive into the city’s food, culture, and local pastimes. Cross into France to discover ancient Roman wonders in Provence, including the incredible Pont du Gard aqueduct, before heading to Paris for iconic sights like the Louvre, Eiffel Tower, and Notre Dame. With breathtaking scenery, local cuisine, and one-of-a-kind experiences, this trip is packed with unforgettable experiences!

Please RSVP here for the interest meeting and to receive additional trip information.

Questions? Email Profe Beth Brand at ebrand@sfhscollegeprep.org or students may stop by to visit Profe Brand in Room 2307.

Ticket sales for this year's Prom open Tuesday, April 7, and close the following Tuesday, April 14. Prom is Saturday, May 2, at the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago and tickets are $180 per person. Busses leave from SFHS at 6:00 p.m. (arrive by 5:45 p.m.) and prom ends at 11:00 p.m. with return to SFHS at approximately midnight. More information will become available in mySFHS within the Resource Board after Spring Break.

Grandparents of freshman students are invited to our campus on Friday, April 24, to celebrate the very important relationship they have in the lives of their grandchild.

• 8:00-10:15 a.m.
• Friday, April 24
• St. Francis High School Campus
• 2130 W. Roosevelt Road, Wheaton

Together, they will enjoy a special morning that includes Mass, a light breakfast, and an optional tour. The deadline to RSVP is Friday, April 17.

If your child is a freshman, please RSVP with the grandparent(s)' information. This is used to make name tags and mail a commemorative photo.

The Mike Harper Scholarship is need-based and awarded to a rising Junior for the 2026-2027 school year. This renewable scholarship is named in honor of faculty member and former boys head basketball coach, Mike Harper, and is awarded by the Mike Harper Scholarship Committee. Criteria includes good academic standing; history of co-curricular involvement; and demonstration of financial need. May be renewed for senior year, provided the scholarship recipient maintains at least a 3.0 GPA and continues involvement and positive behavior while attending SFHS.

Applicants must complete the following:

1. Copy of this year’s report card
2. List of Co-curricular activities
3. An original written essay of 250 words or less (double-spaced,) explaining your need for support, and if awarded, how it will assist you in your future endeavors

These should be attached to an email with the subject “Mike Harper Scholarship” to Janet Thelen in the Business Office at jthelen@sfhscollegeprep.org. Applications are due by April 10.

All are invited to attend the SFHS Fathers' Club Pickleball Tournament from noon-2:00 p.m. Sunday, April 26, at Pickled in Wheaton. Cost is $20 per team and top three places receive a cash prize!

Click here for more information or to register!

The Class of 2026 Graduation Liturgy and Commencement is 11:00 a.m. Sunday, May 17, in the Spyglass Athletic Center. Detailed information is now posted in mySFHS within the Resource Board in the Class of 2026 tile.

The Senior Celebration is a parent-planned event created to give seniors an unforgettable send-off before they set sail toward their next chapter. The information is kept secret from students until they receive their official invitation.

The Senior Celebration Tile is now live in mySFHS within the Resource Board. Senior parents are asked to review the tile for event details, registration information, permission slips, volunteer opportunities, deadlines for memory lane submissions, and more.

Only parents can access the tile...please keep the information secret from students!

We will share more detailed information about the logistics of parking at SFHS in the coming weeks!

View the recap of our Project Park Safely meeting in our email here. Please note we will continue to offer seniors who have a parking spot the opportunity to purchase a painted parking spot, click here for more information.

Out of appreciation for current parents making a major gift commitment, we are offering the following options to ensure your child has an onsite parking space during the school day at the following levels. These spots will also be exempt from any parking fees that may be in place in the upcoming years:

• $3,000: Spot for one year
• $5,000: Spot for two years
• $10,000: Spot for three years

Registration is now open for SFHS Summer Camps, featuring a wide variety of programs for students in grades 1–12! Click here to learn more.

The Glenbard Parent Speakers Series offers a free, open to all resource featuring world-renowned authors and clinicians who present relevant, research-based teaching to empower and strengthen families, individuals and communities. No registration, no subscription! Click here for more information.

Service Opportunity: Please consider committing to cook individually packaged meals with family or friends for those who access DuPage PADS Interim Housing Center. Residents do not have access to full kitchens and rely on volunteers to provide meals. To learn more and access a calendar to sign up for a day to cook, click here.

Opt-In for Text Messages: In the event of an inclement weather schedule change or emergency, we send text message notifications to parents in addition to an email and phone call. Parents must opt-in to receive text messages, but the process is simple! Just text "Yes" to 79041 and then save the number as SFHS in your contacts so you don't miss the message.

Mothers' Club Volunteers: See all Spartan Store volunteer shifts and Mothers' Club committee volunteer opportunities here.

2025-26 and 2026-27 School Year Calendar: Access all calendars in mySFHS within the Resource Board in the Dean's Tile.

Lunch Menu: Visit fdmealplanner.com and search for "St. Francis High School". The link is also posted in mySFHS within the Resource Board in the Food Service tile.