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Join us as we celebrate the 800th anniversary of the "Easter of Saint Francis."

Saturday, October 3

From 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., this event includes food trucks and kids' games. At 7:30 p.m., a Transitus Procession around school grounds begins, with a Vigil Mass to follow.

Francis Fest is free admission and allows us to join with the Franciscan community in Assisi, Italy and others around the world to remember the life of our Patron, Saint Francis of Assisi.

More details to come.

We need you! SFHS has a powerful story to tell prospective families, and our Parent Ambassador Team helps share that story by creating enthusiasm and increasing enrollment in partnership with the Admissions Office. Parent Ambassadors help with:

• Making follow-up phone calls to families after a Shadow Day
• Being a visible and welcoming presence at various Admissions events
• Assisting with outreach efforts to connect with future Spartan families

Your voice as an SFHS parent will provide valuable insight and connection for those just beginning their journey with us.

Interested? Email Pat Jacobsen, Director of Admissions, at pjacobsen@sfhscollegeprep.org.

7:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 8

Rosmonowski Room (Enter Door 1)

Join us to learn about the 2027 Spring Trip: Alpine Adventure - Bavaria, Austria and Swiss Lakes.

The excursion, led by former SFHS Golden Apple French Teacher Sue Koenitz Harsa and assisted by Peg Kopec, former SFHS Physical Education Teacher and Hall of Fame Volleyball Coach, is Sunday, May 30, 2027 - Monday, June 7, 2027.

More details are available at the informational meeting. The trip is open to all.

Mrs. Harsa has years of experience leading student adult trips abroad. Mrs. Kopec currently is an Advancement Associate with the school's Advancement Department, helping support student success, capital needs, and other fundraising efforts.

Sophomore Parents: Coffee with the Counselors

10:00 a.m. Thursday, September 3

Rosmonowski Room

The Counseling Department will host a 60-minute meeting for sophomore parents that includes a presentation by counselors Angelika Rupp, Sam De Porter, and Jillian O’Connor and offers a variety of resources and handouts. This presentation includes tips for continued academic and career development success, dealing with peer pressure, helping your child be a responsible digital citizen, and looking ahead to senior year. It also includes information on the Naviance Career Exploration program.

RSVP by Wednesday, September 2. Email Michele LeBeau at mlebeau@sfhscollegeprep.org.

Senior Parents: Coffee with the Counselors

9:00 a.m. Thursday, September 10

Rosmonowski Room

Presented by counselors Bridget Buckley and Adam Lindley, this event covers a variety of information about the college application and selection process. Topics include completing a college application, using Naviance, requesting recommendations and transcripts, the Common Application, scholarships, and other general parent questions. Attendance is limited. To RSVP, email Michele LeBeau at mlebeau@sfhscollegeprep.org. Questions? Contact Bridget Buckley at bbuckley@sfhscollegeprep.org or Adam Lindley at alindley@sfhscollegeprep.org.

College Applications Essay and Personal Statement Night

7:00 p.m. Monday, September 14

Kuhn Cultural Arts Center



This event is open to all students and parents. Kathryn Hankamp, a Saint Louis University admissions counselor, will discuss writing essays for college applications; personal statements; essay prompts; and how to make a college application unique and standout. Questions? Email Adam Lindley at alindley@sfhscollegeprep.org.

General Reminders:

• Students who are not feeling well during the school day must be evaluated by the School Nurse. They should not contact a parent directly to make arrangements to come home.
• Please contact the Wellness Office if you have concerns about your students' health.
• Please ensure you have completed all requirements in Magnus Health for your student(s). 

Attention seniors: Members of the Class of 2027 must submit proof of the second dose of the meningococcal conjugate vaccine. Many students receive the second dose on or around their 16th birthday. Please check your student’s health immunization record to ensure this is completed. If a second dose is needed, please schedule it soon and upload the proof of immunization to Magnus Health under the Child Health Immunization Form field.

In somber honor of the 25th anniversary of 9/11, St. Francis High School limited-edition trucker-style hats are available for $25 each. Proceeds benefit a new veterans' scholarship for students whose parents or grandparents served in the U.S. Armed Forces.

The hats feature a flag across the netted back and the SFHS logo with the words "We Never Forget" on the front.

Preorder yours here. A limited quantity is available.

College Information Night: Bridget Buckley, Director of Counseling, will present general information for parents on college planning at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, September 3, in the Kuhn Cultural Arts Center. Parents of juniors and seniors are strongly encouraged to attend, but all parents are welcome.

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.

2026-2027 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.