St. Francis Academy will be observing the annual Catholic Schools Week (CSW) from January 28 to February 3, 2012. This year’s theme “Catholic Schools – Faith. Academics. Service” focuses on three priorities that Catholic schools establish that make them stand out from other educational institutions. (Full CSW 2012 Press Release)

We will be hosting an OPEN HOUSE on February 1st, 2012 from 9AM – 11AM.

Read the rest of this entry for the complete schedule of our CSW 2012 activities….

2012 Catholic Schools Week Schedule
Catholic Schools – Faith. Academics. Service
January 28th – February 3rd

Saturday, January 28th

5:00 PM – Catholic Schools Week Mass at School Chapel followed by Pasta Dinner

Mission Bingo — Throughout the Week!

 

Monday, January 30th: Crazy Tie or Sock Day – 2 cans of food donations for Sts. Joseph & Michael Pantry

9:00 AM – 110:00 AM – Spelling Bee -  K – 4  (Auditorium)
12:30 PM – Are You Smarter Than a 3rd, 4th, or 5th Grader  (Auditorium)

 

Tuesday, January 31st:

9:00 AM – 11:00 AM – Name That Character – Grades PK – 3 (Auditorium)
12:30 PM- Spelling Bee – Grades 5-8 (Auditorium)

 

Wednesday, February 1st:

9:00 AM – 11:00 AM – OPEN HOUSE
12:30 PM – Math Bee – Grades 5-8 (Auditorium)

 

Thursday, February 2nd: Favorite College Sweatshirt or T-Shirt over uniform – 2 donations for Sts. Joseph & Michael Pantry

9:00 AM – Math Bee – Grades 2 & 3 (Auditorium)
9:30 AM – Pancake Pajama Party – Grades PK – 1 (Cafeteria)
1:00 PM – Recital – Grades 3 and Up (Auditorium)

 

Friday, February 3rd: 12:00 PM Dismissal – NO AFTERCARE

9:30 AM – Closing Mass (Chapel)
10:30 AM – Awards Ceremony – all (auditorium)
NO GYM – Regular School Uniform

 

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Poster Contest -Grades PK to 3rd – “In Service for Others” – Draw yourself helping others.

Essay Contest – Grades 4 – 5 – “Faith in God” – Write about a time in your life when your faith in God has helped you accomplish a goal you had.

Essay Contest – Grade 6 – 8 – “The Future with God’s Guidance”

Poetry Contest – Grade 4 – 8 – Write 3-stanza poem, 4 lines each, about any subject you enjoy studying.

 

* * The Grandparents Luncheon will be held on February 16th * *

December 7, 2011 – Our 8th Grade students Class of 2012 received their school rings during the celebration of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass on the eve of the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. The celebrant of our liturgy was Father James P. Croghan, SJ. Our students comported themselves beautifully in their reading, singing, and prayerful worship. Special thanks to Mrs. Giallombrado, Sr. Mary Antonita, and Mr. Cordova. A festive reception at the auditorium was enjoyed thanks to our generous class mothers and volunteer servers.

Congratulations to our wonderful 8th graders!

Photos of the Ring Ceremony 2011: Holy Mass | Reception

Follow the links below to view the pictures:

• Fun Fair 2011 (September 30, 2011)
• Feast of St. Francis / Blessing of the Animals (October 4, 2011)

Below you will find photos of Grade 8 events pre-Graduation. Thanks for all the memories, Class of 2011! You will definitely be missed!

Run the slideshows below or click the links to go directly to the specified website addresses:

OPENING OF THE YEARBOOK

On June 2, 2011, the Eight Graders received their yearbooks after a luncheon at school cafeteria. Click HERE for the image list.

JUNE 4, 2011 (Graduation and After-Parties)

Special Thanks to Mr. Thomas Casulli for taking and sharing his wonderful shots!

• June 3 – School Mass for the graduate at 930AM at School Chapel.
• June 4 – Graduation Mass at St. Francis Academy Chapel at 9:00 AM. Bishop Donato will preside over mass.
• Awards Ceremony to follow in School Auditorium.
• Small brunch will follow in the cafeteria.
• Guests will attend Graduation party at Bethwood in Totowa, NJ.

Congratulations, Class of 2011! And may all your dreams come true! We are so proud of you!