The students have achieved many great things this year! Below you will see all of the accomplishments the students achieved this year. We are so proud of the students and how much they have grown this year!

Summer office hours will be Tuesdays. Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. during June. In July, the school office will be closed. If there are any changes due to the Air Conditioning construction, we will be sure to keep you posted.

Many thanks to everyone for all your support and dedication to St. Francis de Sales School! It is truly a blessing to be a part of this community!

I pray everyone has a fun, safe, and relaxing summer!

Gratefully,

Sarah Bitzer

Principal

April’s virtue of the month was Obedience and May’s virtue of the month was Diligence. The following students were given a virtue award during April or May.

For many years, we have used the Virtues in Practice curriculum developed by the Nashville Dominicans. To quote its website, it “is a program for children in grades pre-kindergarten through eight to grow closer to Jesus by imitating His life and virtues. It is set up in such a way that a whole school studies the same virtue each month, to provide a whole-school (and at home, whole-family) focus. The program covers 27 virtues over a three-year cycle, with 81 saints held up as models of the virtues”.

Here, teachers and staff are encouraged to catch students practicing that virtue, or any other previously mentioned virtues that we have studied throughout the year and recognize them for their effort. As you know, we even set aside time for greater recognition at school Masses every other month.

We are called to strive to be better, and this program is designed to encourage and recognize students who are working hard to that end. Every staff member is given a chance to vote on two students per grade who have demonstrated real effort to practice the virtues. This is not the grade level teacher’s choice alone.

The following students are being recognized for the yearlong effort to practice and grow in virtue. Congratulations to the following students:

The following students did not miss any days of school during the 2023-2024 school year. Congratulations to the following students:

This year we had (3) 7th grade students participate in the Power of the Pen Writing competition. Mrs. Colley was gracious enough to be the Staff Team Leader for the group. Congratulations to Anthony, Will, and Jake.

Out of the 7th grade, we had 1 student advance to Regionals and earned an Honors distinction. Congratulations to Jake W.

This year we had (4) 8th grade students participate in the Power of the Pen Writing competition. Mrs. Colley was gracious enough to be the Staff Team Leader for the group. Congratulations to Luke Hathaway, Owen Morwood, Anna Patterson, Keegan Schrameck.

We had 2 students advance to Regionals and earned an Honors distinction. Congratulations to Owen Morwood and Anna Patterson!

This award is given to students who earn an end of year GPA of 3.8+ on a 4.0 scale. Additional criteria are students who demonstrate high motivation, initiative, integrity, intellectual depth, and leadership qualities. This award is given to students in 4th – 8th grade.
Congratulations to the following students:

The St. Francis de Sales Spirit Award recognizes a student who has consistently demonstrated throughout the school year the characteristics of our Patron Saint.

St. Francis de Sales was so overflowing with good nature and kindness. His meekness and sunny disposition won for him the title of “Gentleman Saint”.

These qualities can be found in the Fruits of the Spirit… respect for others, gentleness, obedience, and friendship. Such a student has demonstrated growth in the ability to know, to love and to serve the Lord.

The selected eighth grade student will receive this award based on the recommendation of his/her academic teachers.

The Silver Beaver Award is the council-level distinguished service award of the Boy Scouts of America. Upon nomination by their local Scout council and with the approval of the National Court of Honor, recipients of this award are registered adult leaders who have made an impact on the lives of youth through service given to the council. The Silver Beaver is an award given to those who implement the Scouting program and perform community service through hard work, self-sacrifice, dedication, and many years of service. It is given to those who do not seek it.

Cassie Georgeff Narrative:

I believe that there is no other Scouter within the Dan Beard Council (DBC) who is more deserving of the Silver Beaver award than Cassie Georgeff. She is a quiet professional who dedicates herself to unselfish service to others. She epitomizes the values of the scouting program, and lives the values everyday of her life in her dealing with others whether at a scout meeting, training, or leading a group of students during music class at St Francis de Sales School. Her commitment, enthusiasm, and sincerity to the ideals and methods of the scouting program are unsurpassed. I know of no other scouter who sacrifices her time more than Cassie to bring the scouting experience to the youth whether in Aloha Council, Dan Beard Council, or traveling around the country. Very few know that Cassie in addition to being a music teacher is also heavily involved with the National Park Service as a volunteer. She has earned the elite status of Master Ranger Corps volunteer. In addition, she is an Education Coordinator for the Experiential Aircraft Association (EAA) having been recognized in 2023 for outstanding service for leading the EAA Resource Stewardship Scout Ranger program during their annual AirVenture Airshow. This is dedication to the values of scouting! As a National Youth Leader Training Course Director for Dan Beard Council, I can attest to Cassie’s ability to lead by example to ensure that the youth staff, scouters, and youth who attended her National Youth Leader Training course in 2023 were inspired as they are to be the next group of torch bearers of the scouting program. Cassie’s recognition of this honor was not only a testament to her, but a reaffirmation of what scouting values in its leaders!

The students wanted to reflect on their favorite memories and give some wedding advice to make sure you live a long, happy, and healthy marriage. Inside this gift is over 160 pieces of advice. As well as, a special gift from Cana (from the Holy Land). (hint: envision a wedding dress)

Each year, Bishop Fenwick High School celebrates the achievements of the senior class! We are proud to announce the Fenwick Scholars for the Class of 2024: Natalie Arwine, Bruce Bray, Samuel Cella, Emily Costello, Samantha Davis, Renate Delao, Colin Guyler, Rachel Klasmeier, Emily Kuhlman, Meghan McGuire, Lydia Puglielli, Caleb Schwinnen, Evelyn Smith, Michael Thomas, Henrietta Wagner, Evan Woods, Claire Yang, and Molly Ziska.

To be recognized as a Fenwick Scholar, seniors must have a cumulative GPA of 4.25 or higher.

Congratulations to the following Crusaders:

Emily Costello, Samantha Davis, Renate Delano, and Michael Thomas!

Two Crusader alums have been recognized as ranking in the top 10% of their class at Mt Notre Dame HS. Lydia Magness and Lauren Lazor are both previous SFDS grads (Class of 2020). Congratulations Crusaders!

The students were able to code and program different bots to move around the classroom. The students had a lot of fun completing the activities.

8th grade students had to construct a device that when dropped would not crack the egg inside. The eggs were dropped from the roof of the school.

Throughout the school year, Mr. Fall would have the students converse with one another in Spanish. Below are videos of the students speaking in Spanish throughout the year.

The Deck the Halls committee is looking for new helping hands for our annual event. It's a great opportunity to get involved in the church and school community. We are currently looking for leads for the kids craft room, silent auction, and baked goods.

We are having a meeting on Friday, May 24th at 7:15pm.

The meeting will be in St. Mark's room in the parish office. We would love to have you attend if you would like more information or would like to get involved.

Any questions, please contact Kim Burke at (513) 850-3716.

Registration for Christy Pfeffenberger Volleyball Camps at Xavier is now open and has a brand new offering this summer - a boys camp! We would love to have you join us for some high-level volleyball instruction from Xavier coaches and players. It is a fun environment and great for all ages and skill levels. Please see the website for more information and to register!

Camp dates are below"

Boys Camp: July 9-11 | Grades 6-12

X-Camp #1: July 13-14 | Grades 8-12

X-Camp #2: July 20-21 | Grades 8-12

Four Pillars (Skill-Based Camp): July 22-25 | Grades 5-12

Youth Camp: July 15-18 | Grades 5-8

Muskie Camp: July 22-25 | Grades 1-4

Please don’t hesitate to contact Mallory Bechtold at cpxcamps@gmail.com with any questions. We look forward to seeing you this summer!

Thanks!

Mallory Bechtold

Camp Registration Coordinator

Xavier University Volleyball