SFHS Weekly Newsletter
December 08, 2023
Greeting SFHS students, staff, and families!
We had a great start to Trimester 2 this week! Our winter sports are well underway and we are looking forward to entertaining concerts next week. We have 10 days of school before winter break and we hope students and staff enjoy the fun events and dress-up days we have planned. We hope everyone has a wonderful weekend!
Go Saints!
Your SFHS Administrative Team,
Doug Austin, Principal
Jennifer Bobbe & Donnie Thompson, Assistant Principals
Plan Ahead for Fun & Festive Dress Up Days at SFHS!
Graduation Information
Please fill out the attached form below. We need the correct spelling and punctuation of your Full Legal Name. You will also mark as to where you will be walking for graduation. (Note, this form can only be accessed by students with ISD credentials. Please have your senior fill out this form if they haven't already).
The time has come to order your Cap & Gowns! Please order your Cap & Gown packages by 12/15/23. Here is the link to order your Caps and Gowns
Cap & Gown Order
Here is the link to the class ring information. (Optional)
Class Ring Information
The St. Francis High School Graduation Ceremony is May 31 at 7:00 p.m. Additional information about tickets will be forthcoming.
Reapply for Educational Benefits!
Even though ISD15 Nutrition Services is participating in the new Minnesota Free School Meals program, families with students in St. Francis Area Schools are strongly encouraged to complete an Application for Educational Benefits. Qualifying for Educational Benefits helps your family secure reduced athletic, activity and preschool fees. The district could receive additional money for students, schools, and essential educational programs by completing an Application for Educational Benefits. Much of the teaching and learning funding for districts is based upon how many families qualify for Educational Benefits.
Please don't wait, apply online at https://stfrancis.strataapps.com/ or, you may complete the paper application mailed out to you and return to St. Francis Area Schools Nutrition Services Office, 3325 Bridge Street NW, St. Francis, MN 55070.
If you have already received a direct certification letter or an approval letter, there is no need to apply again. Please contact Nutrition.Office@isd15.org or call 763-753-7060 if you are unsure or if you have a changing financial situation.
You may reapply for benefits at any time during the school year. If you are not eligible now but have a decrease in household income, become unemployed, have an increase in household size, or qualify for MFIP, SNAP, or FDPIR benefits, you may fill out another application at that time.
Interested in Robotics?
There will be an Robotics informational meeting November 30th at 5:30pm in D115.
If you are interested in Robotics, please come to the meeting to learn about the program!
Robotics is open to 7th graders through 12th graders.
If you are unable to attend the meeting, please email Ms. Dobson at clarissa.dobson@isd15.org
DECA Dugout
The DECA Dugout is open at SFHS. We're open before school and during Saints Time. Our staff has been working hard to open our store for our students and staff! We're excited to see some familiar faces and serve you snacks, beverages and Saints apparel. If you can't make it into SFHS, shop online with us here. Thank you for supporting our DECA program.
Meet With Your Counselor
FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes)
FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) is a group that meets every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month in D111 (Mr. Loukinen's room). Meetings are in the morning at 7:05, or 8:35 on late start days. It is an opportunity for students to talk and learn about their faith with other students. All students are welcome. If you have any questions, email jake.loukinen@isd15.org
Parking Permit Information
Students who park on school grounds must have a student school-authorized parking permit. Permits are $60 per trimester for full-time students and $12 per class for part-time students. A discounted price of $150 is available for purchasing all three trimesters NO LATER THAN SEPTEMBER 30, 2023. Free parking is available in the lower lot. Students must only park in the west lot and display the current trimester's student parking permit.
Students parking without a student school-sanctioned permit or in an undesignated area may be directed to move their vehicle to the lower lot. The school may revoke parking permits and privileges from individuals who continue to violate the rules or whose driving habits present a threat to the safety of others. SFHS will not refund fees for revoked parking permits.
Parents and students can also find this information on the SFHS website and live feed: https://sfhs.isd15.org/o/sfhs.