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February 2, 2012

Financial Aid Information/PSAS

GOOD NEWS!!!!! You can begin to apply for next year's financial aid!!!

The information shown below is now available. As is noted, "FIRST COME,FIRST SERVED" The finance committee is reviewing this year's budget and our six month report and will be working with administration to determine the tuition for next year. Tuition information is needed for the application. In the meantime, go to psas.org and download a form.

If you would like assistance with any of this,  contact S. Marie or Mrs. Tai. We will have paper copies of the form available for you as well.

Here is the application   .2012-13 Scholarship Application Form.pdf

Written by Sister Theresa Scanlon

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February 1, 2012

CSW Continues with Career Day

Among our visitors were these people: an artist who spent 8 years at SFA, a Reservist in the army, an engineer who works with the airlines, an educator from medgar Evers College, Each of these visitors were greeted by select 8th graders who welcomed them to the school and brought them to the rooms where the students were eagerly waiting.

 

Career Day was made extra special by Bishop Caggiano's visit. The Bishop and the Deputy Superintendent visited each class and then were escorted by our 8th graders to the auditorium where many of the children entertained and inspired all of us. it was a very special day!

 

Written by Sister Theresa Scanlon

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January 25, 2012

Bishop Frank Caggiano visits SFA

We will be celebrating Catholic Schools Week beginning this Sunday, Jan. 29th, at the 12:30pm Liturgy at St. Francis of Assisi Church. Many of the students have participation roles in the Liturgy and all have sent invitations to their families.

 

On Wed.morning, Feb. 1st, Bishop Frank Caggiano,  the Vical General for the Diocese of Brooklyn and Queens will visit the students in their classrooms and then all classes will go to the auditorium for a presentation and to share some of SFA's good news. We invite the parents/ guardians to join us.

 

 We will begin registration appointments in February and we invite our prresent families to bring other children in their families as well as to continue to spread the word about our great school.

Written by Sister Theresa Scanlon

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January 16, 2012

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Please read the enclosed letter with important news.

Jan. 15, 2012                                                                   

Dear Parents/Guardians

 

On Friday, all children brought home the updated January calendar. We will post it by Wed.Jan. 18, 2012. On one side is a copy of the calendar and on the other is a letter summarizing the main points of the meeting with the Superintendent of Schools which occurred on Wed. Jan. 11th, 2012. More than 80 families were represented. The main points that were discussed are noted below.

In September, we will be known as St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Academy, following the plan of the diocese to convert all schools to academies. Unlike many of the already formed academies, we will not be merging with any school and we will not be changing the patron saint name. Our school is very strong with a rich history in following the life and attributes of St. Francis of Assisi, our patron. 

The school has been financially stable with no debts and with the ability to maintain a solid building structure for almost 30 years. In addition, our alumni association is very strong and active in supporting the school and our parents are involved in the everyday life of the school. All of this leads to a process of transition rather than creating a "new" school with a new identity.

Among the benefits will be increased spirtitual support from a group of parishes,  access to many grants and new sources of revenue, a new governance model broadened by a Board of Directors with more parent involvement, and professional marketing assistance to promote and maintain enrollment.

Here is the letter which you can download if you did not receive a copy.

Parent letter 1.13.12.doc                      

At our scheduled H.S.A. meeting at 6:15pm on Wed. Feb.1st, we will further discuss this transition to an academy for those who were unable to attend the meeting on January 11th. This meeting is during the annual Catholic Schools Week, which we will celebrate beginning on Sunday, Jan. 29h at the 12:30pm Mass at St. Francis of Assisi/St. Blaise Church.

We hope to see you on Sunday, Jan. 29th and on Wed. Feb. 1st.

Sincerely,

S. Theresa and S. Barbara    

Correction to the January Calendar Upcoming Dates:

Feb. Recess:          Mon.    Feb. 20-  Fri. Feb.25

Easter Recess:      Thurs. April 5- Fri. April 13th

 

Written by Sister Theresa Scanlon

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