From the Associate Principal

Dear St. Francis Families,

The end of the school year and therefore final exams are approaching quickly!  There are 14 school days remaining in the semester. Because SF uses a modified block schedule, that means there are only 8 more days of each individual class.

While I know we all want to enjoy Easter Break, please help make sure your student begins to look ahead...not to summer just yet, but to finals.  Spending time to review the quizzes and tests and ensuring the content has been learned is tremendously helpful.

This article includes information regarding:

• Class Schedules
• AP Exams
• Pre-Administration Session
• Exam Schedule
• Textbook List
• Summer Reading
• Panetta Institute Student Lecture Series
• Academic Awards Assembly - Thursday, May 17
• Online Classes
• Mandatory Study Day - Monday, May 20 from 7:50am-12:30pm
• Semester Exams - Tuesday, May 21 - Thursday, May 23
• Baccalaureate Mass - Friday, May 24
• Graduation - Saturday, May 25

Students’ Schedules for the 2019-2020 school will be distributed before dismissal in May.  The textbook list will also be provided in late May or early June

AP EXAMS - May 6th - May 15th - All students who have signed up to take AP Exams must report to the testing for their exam at the time listed below.  Check with your AP teachers, Ms. Eagleson, or Mrs. Gutierrez if you any questions regarding the format and timing of your particular test.  

Make sure to:

• Get as much sleep as possible the night(s) before the exam(s)
• Eat a healthy breakfast
• Arrive early
• Bring pens (2 blue or black of the same color)
• Bring pencils (3-4 sharpened #2)
• Pack a snack and something to drink
• Plan ahead - you will need to leave your backpack and phone quite a distance away, so have what you need from your backpack with you
• ATTEND the Pre-Exam Meeting to complete your contact info on all the exam paperwork
• Seniors on Tuesday, April 30 or Juniors on Wednesday, May 1 from 2:45-3:30 PM
• Bring your student ID and TWO #2 pencils
• Know your social security number if you use it on your College Board paperwork

The exam schedule is as follows:

Week #1 - May 6th - May 10th

Monday, May 6th - AP U.S. Govt and Politics  (arrive by 7:45 AM)

-AP Chinese Language and Culture (arrive by 11:45 AM)

Tuesday, May 7th - AP Physics 1: Algebra Based (arrive by 11:45 AM)

Wednesday, May 8th - AP English Literature  (arrive by 7:45 AM)

Thursday, May 10th - AP Chemistry  (arrive by 7:45 AM)

Friday, May 10th - AP US History  (arrive by 7:45 AM)

-AP Computer Science Principles  (arrive by 11:45 AM)

LAST DAY TO SUBMIT AP STUDIO ART PORTFOLIO

Week #2 - May 13th - May 17th

Monday, May 13th - AP Biology  (arrive by 7:45 AM)

Tuesday, May 14th - AP Calculus AB / BC (arrive by 7:45 AM)

Wednesday, May 16th - AP English Language  (arrive by 7:45 AM)

The 2019-2020 booklist in nearing finalization.  Families will again be able to utilize ESCO Books for purchase of books or use other online sellers as they so choose.  An optional book exchange will occur on June 3 just prior to the Incoming Family BBQ and Orientation.

Summer Reading - In an effort to increase participation and engage the students at a higher level, the English Department has prepared a completely re-envisioned version of a summer reading program. Stay tuned for more information regarding summer reading.

Panetta Institute Student Lecture Series - This spring, Mr. Ausman has coordinated St. Francis students to attend the Panetta Institute Student Lecture.  The theme for the series is Checks and Balances Will Our Democracy Survive? The topic for the most recent lecture in April was The Role of Nationalism, Globalism, and Patriotism.  The topic in March was The Role of the Press and Congress and in February it was The Mueller Investigation, the Law and the Presidency.

AWARDS ASSEMBLY - Thursday, May 16th at 1:00 PM, Borina Athletic Center

The Awards Assembly is time to recognize and celebrate the academic achievements of St. Francis High School students.  Academic departments in conjunction with the St. Francis Administration will identify and celebrate the top student in each course offered at St. Francis. While grades certainly play a factor in these awards, they are not the only determining criteria. Students are also chosen based on their contributions to the classroom, their promotion of the learning environment, and their overall exemplification of the spirit of St. John Bosco.

We will also announce Class of 2019 awards including: Senior Career Achievement awards, Valedictorian, the Sr. Laura Goedken Award, the Dominic Savio Award, and other scholarships and honors during this assembly.

Parents of award recipients will be notified prior to the event.  All parents are welcome to attend. Seating will be somewhat limited for this event and we ask parents and other family members to sit in the bleacher section closest to the doors of the BAC.

The attire for this day will be communicated separately.

ONLINE CLASS END DATE - Thursday, May 17th

All online classes should be completed by this date.  This includes taking the final exam. Any student who believes is concerned about their online course should discuss the concerns with Ms. Eagleson ASAP.

MANDATORY STUDY DAY - Monday, May 20th from 7:50 AM - 12:30 PM on campus

All students are expected to attend study day.  Students will have the opportunity to work with teachers and fellow classmates to prepare for final exams.  The students of the National Honor Society and California Scholarship Federation are hosting this event. Bagels and hot chocolate are provided along with hourly raffles for students in attendance.

SEMESTER EXAMS - May 21st - May 23rd

Students only need to be present when their exams are occurring, however they may not leave campus and return.  Students on campus who do not have exams occurring must report to the LRC for study hall.

The semester exam schedule will be distributed separately.

Students who are ill or otherwise absent must make up their final exams on Friday, May 24th. Seniors must complete all semester exams prior to graduation.

BACCALAUREATE MASS - Friday, May 24th, in the Borina Athletic Center

The evening before graduation, the St. Francis community comes together to worship and give thanks for the Class of 2019.    

GRADUATION - Saturday, May 25th, 10:00 AM in the Borina Athletic Center

All members of the St. Francis community are welcome to attend this event.  Seating is on a first-come, first-serve basis.  Doors will open at 9:30 AM, with no reserve seating allowed prior to 9:30 AM.