June 17, 2023
SFDS Weekly Update #38- 6/19/23
Dear Academy Families,
Happy Father’s Day!
Fatherhood is an incredible vocation, entrusted to men by God. Fathers are called to be a reflection of God's unconditional love and to nurture their children's physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Let us take a moment to appreciate and honor the fathers among us who have embraced this calling wholeheartedly. We also remember those Fathers, Grandfathers, Uncles and special people in our lives who have passed away this past year and pray for them and their families. On this Father's Day, let us express gratitude for our earthly fathers and recognize their profound role in our lives. At the same time, let us remember that all fatherhood finds its origin and purpose in God, our Heavenly Father. By embracing the divine attributes of love and sacrifice all fathers can become vessels of God's grace, shaping the lives of their children and reflecting the image of the Heavenly Father.
Last night St. Francis de Sales Catholic Academy had 47 students officially graduate our Catholic Academy. These students now join over 10,000 others in becoming alumni of our beloved school. For those who missed last night's graduation feel free to watch the ceremony by clicking the link below.
As we approach the end of the school year it is always a bittersweet time. We begin to look at the finish line and anticipate our summer vacation. It is also a time to say farewell as well. This summer both Ms. Loughlin and Ms. Kelleher will be leaving our faculty. Ms. Loughlin will be continuing her career in catholic education to teach at Marymount School of New York. Ms. Kelleher will be leaving us to focus on her local business. I thank both Ms. Loughlin and Ms. Kelleher for their service to St. Francis and we wish them both the best of luck as they move forward.
Last Week of School Calendar: Please see below a detailed list of all the items on the calendar.
Monday 6/19
Juneteenth (School Closed)
Tuesday 6/20
½ Day dismissal: All grades 1-7 will be dismissed at 12pm
Uniform Swap 10 am-12:30 pm
Wednesday 6/21
½ Day dismissal: All grades 1-7 will be dismissed at 12pm
Uniform Swap 10 am-12:30 pm
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6pm Prayer Service for Jimmy O’Neill
As many know Jimmy O'Neill, one of our 5th grade students continues his fight with Cancer. Jimmy will be having an important surgery right after school ends. We know the power of prayer and how our Lord is able to do marvelous things. Please join us on Wednesday 6/21 at 6pm in St. Francis de Sales Church. We will pray for healing and strength for Jimmy, the O’Neill Family, friends, and his medical team. All are welcome.
Thursday 6/22
Last Day of School
End of the School Year Mass at 10 am
11 am dismissal: All grades 1-7 will be dismissed at 11am
Report Card Distribution: All Report Cards will be posted via Email at 11 am for Grades 1-7. Any issues, please contact the teacher at their email address by Friday, 6/23.
2023-2024 School Year: As we come to the end of this school year we begin to share information about the upcoming 2023-2024 school year. On our website there is a landing page for all information about the next school year (Supply Lists, Summer Assignments, Calendar, tuition, yellow bus, uniform, etc.) To access the landing page please click the link below.
2023-2024 School Year Information
Catholic Schools Night with the Brooklyn Cyclones: On Wednesday, June 28th St. Francis de Sales Catholic Academy is hosting a "School Spirit Night" at Maimonides Park during the Brooklyn Cyclones game. The Brooklyn Cyclones are scheduled to take on the Jersey Shore Blue Claws that evening. The game is scheduled for a 7:00 PM first pitch and the front gates will open to the public around 6:00 PM. Pregame activities include the priests taking on the principals in the Collars vs Scholars softball game. There will also be a ceremony celebrating the Valedictorians and Salutatorians from Catholic schools throughout the diocese.
Students, faculty, staff, family, and friends from St. Francis de Sales Catholic Academy are invited to take part in this School Spirit Night!
Tickets are only $15 EACH! Also, as part of the Brooklyn Cyclones Catholic Schools Night, there's a $20 Ticket Option that includes a DEACON MAC BOBBLEHEAD!
To buy tickets, please click the link below
Here are some more things to look forward to when you show up to the ballpark for the game:
KIDS EAT FREE WEDNESDAY!
-Kids 14 & Under will get to eat for FREE. Upon entry, with a paid ticket, children will receive a voucher for HOT DOG, CHIPS, and FOUNTAIN DRINK!
If you have any questions about the event, please contact Helen Endall at (718)634-2775 via email at [email protected]
Summer Concert: The SFDSCA Academy Family Association is hosting an outdoor concert by Due South Band. The concert will be held in the SFDS school yard and gates will open at 6:00 p.m. At 6:00pm, we have invited a local band to kick the night off before Due South Band takes the stage promptly at 7:00 p.m. This event will be a BYOC2 (bring your own cooler and chairs) and is for 21 and older only.
We had a great time at this event last year and hope to replicate the fun! We look forward to getting our Academy families and friends together to celebrate summer. We hope you will join us.
To order tickets please click on the link below.
Have a great weekend and Happy Father’s Day!