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

All families received an email Wednesday, September 17, with information regarding activities for all students (by class) for Thursday, October 23. The email is also posted in mySFHS within the Resource Board in the Newsroom Tile. A summary is below.

• SENIORS do not attend school.
• JUNIORS take the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (in a digital format). There is no cost and all juniors are registered for the exam unless they opt out.  
• SOPHOMORES take the PreACT. There are a limited number of spaces for sophomores to take the PSAT instead of the PreACT. If you would like to have your sophomore take the PSAT instead of the PreACT, email Bridget Buckley at bbuckley@sfhscollegeprep.org by October 1. 
• FRESHMEN attend the Freshman Retreat. More information is communicated by Pastoral Ministry.

7:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 23, Kuhn Cultural Arts Center. Jeanette Maher of Marquette University will discuss the process of filing for college financial aid, including the FAFSA student aid application. By understanding the process now, it is much easier to plan for future expenses. This program is appropriate for parents of students of all age levels.

Sophomores, juniors, and seniors are invited to participate in a service opportunity on Tuesday, September 30, during the school day. Students will depart from the school at 6:00 a.m. and return around 2:00 p.m.

Faculty from the Pastoral Ministry Department will take a group of students to Our Lady of the Angels in West Humboldt Park to help at their weekly food pantry. This is a meaningful way to serve the community and earn six Christian Service hours!

Spots are limited! Students are responsible for checking in with teachers about missed work. Click here to sign up!

6:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 1, Kuhn Memorial Field Concessions area (before and during the home girls flag football game). 

The entire Spartan community is welcome to compete and participate: students, parents, faculty, staff, and alumni! Bring your winning chili in a crockpot with a sign stating your chili's title, heat level, and any allergen/dietary information. Sour cream, oyster crackers, and shredded cheese are provided.

Drop off your chili between 6:00 and 6:30 p.m.; judging is 6:45-7:15 p.m. $1 per person for a tasting bowl. Prize and bragging rights for the best chili! Not a chili person? Bring an appetizer or a dessert!

Questions? Email mclub@sfhscollegeprep.org

Today is the last day to order Homecoming T-Shirts! Shirts are $12 and available in mySFHS within the Resource Board in the Homecoming Tile.

Homecoming week begins Monday, September 29, and ends with the dance Saturday, October 4. The weekly schedule and more information is in the Homecoming Tile.

St. Francis High School is proud to announce three seniors earned the designation of National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists this year: Ava B., Ian D., and Michael H.! Fewer than 1 percent of high school seniors in the nation are selected as semifinalists in this program each year. Semifinalists are academically talented high school seniors who have an opportunity to continue in the competition for approximately 7,140 National Merit Scholarships worth nearly $28 million offered next spring.

We would also like to congratulate our seniors who are Commended Students in the National Merit Scholarship Program: Margaret A., Carter C., Audrey G., and Bridget L.! This designation is for students who score in the top 2-5% on the PSAT/NMSQT. Congratulations, Spartans!

5:30-7:30 p.m. October 7, at SFHS. This hands-on workshop is open to students grades 6-12 and their parents. Cost is $65 per student/parent team. Sign up here!

Many students need help improving executive functioning skills like organization, time management, studying, and note-taking. This workshop will provide:an introduction to executive functioning skills; organization of online binders, OneNote folders, and school materials (students should bring their Surface Pro); Study and note-taking skills; Effective homework routines as a student-parent team; Tips and tricks for managing time effectively.

Questions? Email Mrs. Rupp at arupp@sfhscollegeprep.org or

Colleen Gronkiewicz from Nurturing Wisdom at colleen@nurturingwisdom.com

Women’s Empowerment Group aims to help girls make good life choices and increase their confidence in their talents and abilities. Topics include peer pressure, self-image, leadership skills, girls’ health issues, career choices, goal-setting, stress management, and more. The group also addresses the impact of media exposure on body image and healthy eating behaviors.

Weekly meetings begin on Tuesdays during alternating periods and continue for six weeks starting September 23. Open to all grades. The enrollment deadline is today, Friday, September 19. Space is limited and registration is required.

To register or for more information, see Mrs. Rupp,

email arupp@sfhscollegeprep.org, or call (708) 668-5800 ext. 1104.

Picture Retake Day: Picture retakes for freshmen, sophomores, and juniors is during lunch periods/study hall (10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.) Monday, October 6, in the Rosmonowski Room. 

Note from the Nurse: Parents must submit proof of the second meningococcal vaccine for senior students. Most receive this on or around their 16th birthday. Please upload this information to Magnus Health as soon as possible (in the Child Health Examination Immunization Form portion).

Class of 2026 Grandparents Day: 8:00-10:15 a.m. Friday, October 17. Grandparents of senior students are invited to campus for a special day with their grandchild. Please RSVP with the grandparent(s)' information. This is used to make name tags and mail a commemorative photo.

Boys & Girls Hockey: SFHS has two new partnerships to offer students the opportunity to hit the ice! Boys - Naperville Hockey Club: For more information, contact Jim Carleton at jim@napervillehockeyclub.com; Girls - Fenwick High School: For more information, contact Pamela Flores at pamflo@ameritech.net or (773) 218-9260.

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 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.