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

The Spartan Excellence Awards Night was held Wednesday, April 22, and honored students in the Class of 2026 with special recognitions. Congratulations to all!

Pictured are Valedictorian Ava Babula, Salutatorian and President's Award winner Mercedes Collie, Principal's Award winner Luke Davis, and Spartan Award winner Tommy Kacedan. More photos by WCS Photography are available here.

Activities Award: Liam Carroll

Art: Nahliya Wehr

Athlete of the Year: Luke Pounders

Athlete of the Year:

Margaret Andrzejewski

Band: Alexander Galasso

Business: Matthew Jania

Chinese: Aiden Zavaleta

Choir: Madalyn King

English: Margaret Andrzejewski

Fine Arts For Achievement in PVA: William Doane

French: Addison Dunlop

Mathematics: Michael Hutchens

Mathematics: Patrick McMahon

Pastoral Ministry: Emma Krause

Pastoral Ministry: Liam Carroll

Physical Education and Health:

Amelia Whitacre

Physical Education and Health:

Tommy Kacedan

President's Award: Mercedes Collie

Principal's Award: Luke Davis

Religion: Lauren Richardson

Salutatorian: Mercedes Collie

Science: Michael Hutchens

Science: Niamh Gambino

Social Studies: Henry Kopec

Social Studies: Katherine Carroll

Spanish: Camila Castrejon

Spartan Award: Tommy Kacedan

Technology: Michael Hutchens

Theatre: Matthew Lemke

Valedictorian: Ava Babula

The National Honor Society Induction Ceremony was held Sunday, April 19, and included the presentation of the Classes of 2027 and 2028 Inductees. Congratulations!

Math team competed at the ICTM State Math Contest on Saturday, April 18, and placed 10th overall! This continues our Top 10 streak - SFHS has placed in the Top 10 at State 28 out the last 31 state contests!

• Ian Dimler and Michael Hutchens: State Champions in Orals Presentation
• Michael Hutchens - 3rd place in Precalculus written
• Patrick McMahon '26 - 4th place in Precalculus written
• Precalculus Team - 3rd place (Ian Dimler, Addison Dunlop, Alex Galasso, Michael Hutchens '26, Grace McMahon, Patrick McMahon)
• Jr-Sr 2-person contest - 5th place (Ian Dimler and Michael Hutchens)
• Fresh-Soph 2-person contest - 8th place (Julia Esser and Jack Stiefel)

Senior Class Shirts: Now available for purchase! Shirts are $12 and were designed by senior Cole Williams. Purchase deadline is today, Friday, April 24. Purchase in mySFHS within the Resource Board in the Class of 2026 tile.

Annual Senior-Faculty Dinner: Seniors are invited to a special dinner with SFHS faculty on Thursday, May 14, at the Naperville Country Club. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., dinner is at 6:30 p.m. We will relive memories as teachers pay tribute to the graduating class! This evening is one of the last opportunities to share conversation and memories before graduation. Cost is $65. Registration will open in mySFHS within the resource board in the Class of 2026 Tile on April 27 and close May 4.

Alumni Retreat: The Pastoral Ministry Department is excited to offer a retreat for our recent grads! This optional, co-ed retreat is from 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 19-10:00 a.m. Thursday, May 21, at the Carmelite Spiritual Center in Darien (where Kairos is held!) Registration is open in mySFHS within the Resources Board in the Class of 2026 Tile. Registration closes at 8:00 a.m. Friday, May 1. Space is limited; first-come, first-served!

Seniors Parent Social: Please join us for the Senior Parent Social and Cocktail Reception from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Saturday, May 2, in the Student Union (SFHS cafeteria). Cocktails and light appetizers will be provided. Please RSVP here by today, April 24.

Graduation Liturgy and Commencement: 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.

We are asking every family to participate in our Annual Parent Pledge - please complete the form in mySFHS asap and no later than 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.

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.

The College of DuPage is hosting a career-focused panel discussion with data analytics and business intelligence professionals from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Wednesday April 29, at the COD Main Campus in Glen Ellyn, Student Services Center, Room 2201. Panelists will share about their roles, the ‘day-to-day’ of their job, how Data Analytics is utilized in their company, and the impact made by this skill set. Students will:

• Learn about the skills that employers are seeking
• Explore career paths and tools
• Get advice on breaking into the field
• Engage in a Q&A with panelists

Check-in begins at 5:00 p.m. Registration is required; seating is limited. Click here to register and for more information.

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!

View the latest update here, sent by email to all parents on April 17.

Through May 8, 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.