STFOA Newsletter
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Dear St. Francis of Assisi Families and Community,
This week we conclude our deep dive into our C.A.R.E. student learning expectations with the letter "E" for Effective Communicators. At St. Francis of Assisi school, being an effective communicator goes far beyond simply speaking clearly—it's about how we engage with one another in ways that build understanding, trust, and community. Our students learn to collaborate with others respectfully, listen with empathy, and approach conversations with an open mind. The goal of being an effective communicator is to resolve conflicts justly, seek solutions that honor everyone involved, and express ideas clearly so that others can engage with one another.
Effective communication also means taking a step back and seeing the bigger picture. What a tall order! We know this isn't always easy to do. We want to make sure the other person hears our point of view so that we may be understood, and hopefully, we can then also understand where people are coming from by listening attentively. Learning and practicing these skills serve our students not only in the classroom but will help them throughout their lives as they navigate relationships, work, and their roles as citizens and people of faith.
From our Development Director, Mrs. Amy Rosenfield:
Today is Giving Tuesday, and we are excited to announce the launch of Building Our Backyard —our Playground Campaign to reimagine our outdoor space for future generations of students. The well loved equipment is showing its age and needs to be replaced to continue serving future generations. With your support, we can create a safe, inclusive, and engaging space that reflects the values of our school and parish community.
Learn more about the campaign and view current designs: Building our Backyard Playground Campaign Information Or Make your Giving Tuesday gift: Donate Here
If you have any questions or comments about the Building Our Backyard, please don’t hesitate to email me directly at [email protected].
A reminder that the tuition assistance application process through the Fulcrum Foundation closes on December 31st. If you have questions about applying or need support with the process, please reach out to our front office—we're here to help.
Looking ahead to this weekend, we have two wonderful community events. Our school choir will be performing this Saturday, December 6 at the Normandy Park Towne Center's Winterfest from 5:45pm to 6:15pm—come enjoy the festive atmosphere and cheer on our talented students! Then on Sunday, December 7, we look forward to seeing everyone at our 10am Mass, followed by Coffee and Donuts sponsored by our 8th grade class. See you there.
Effective communication also means taking a step back and seeing the bigger picture. What a tall order! We know this isn't always easy to do. We want to make sure the other person hears our point of view so that we may be understood, and hopefully, we can then also understand where people are coming from by listening attentively. Learning and practicing these skills serve our students not only in the classroom but will help them throughout their lives as they navigate relationships, work, and their roles as citizens and people of faith.
From our Development Director, Mrs. Amy Rosenfield:
Today is Giving Tuesday, and we are excited to announce the launch of Building Our Backyard —our Playground Campaign to reimagine our outdoor space for future generations of students. The well loved equipment is showing its age and needs to be replaced to continue serving future generations. With your support, we can create a safe, inclusive, and engaging space that reflects the values of our school and parish community.
Learn more about the campaign and view current designs: Building our Backyard Playground Campaign Information Or Make your Giving Tuesday gift: Donate Here
If you have any questions or comments about the Building Our Backyard, please don’t hesitate to email me directly at [email protected].
A reminder that the tuition assistance application process through the Fulcrum Foundation closes on December 31st. If you have questions about applying or need support with the process, please reach out to our front office—we're here to help.
Looking ahead to this weekend, we have two wonderful community events. Our school choir will be performing this Saturday, December 6 at the Normandy Park Towne Center's Winterfest from 5:45pm to 6:15pm—come enjoy the festive atmosphere and cheer on our talented students! Then on Sunday, December 7, we look forward to seeing everyone at our 10am Mass, followed by Coffee and Donuts sponsored by our 8th grade class. See you there.
Peace,
Mrs. Farewell
