Dear St. Francis Community,
February is here and I would like to thank all parents for working together with staff and faculty to ensure that we provided an enjoyable, positive, and meaningful learning experience for all of our students. This month will offer many events that will create community among our young people, so please read below for a list of February’s events.
The following are updates for Student Activities and Office of the Dean.
Student Activities
Saturday, January 28th, was Winter Formal and 198 students enthusiastically filled the Sesnon House for a memorable night. Our students dressed like movie stars and really lived out our theme: Hollywood! As always, I would like to thank all members of the Dance Committee for all their leadership during the planning of this event, our chaperones for their presence, and all other students who helped make this a successful event. A special thank you goes to Mrs. Mari Torres and Mrs. Teresa Muñoz & company for their beautiful decorations that transformed the Sesnon House into a red carpet event!
Here is the list of activities for April:
Class Meetings: 2/9 and 2/27
Battle for the Paddle is next month, and students are starting to practice their dances, visualizing their art, and preparing for the physical demands of the B4P games!
Office of Dean
I would like to thank all parents and students for continuing to support the school’s policies regarding dress code, and I am optimistic that the positive trend will continue. Let’s continue to support our students to make sure they adhere to the dress code policies the rest of the year.
Dress Code
While we are noticing adherence with grooming and dress code in certain areas, one area for growth is arriving to school in the correct uniform. A few times this semester, students have arrived to school dressed in the incorrect uniform because they are not reviewing the calendar. It is highly recommended that all students and parents review the calendar daily to make sure the correct uniform is being worn. Our staff and faculty are on board with the support of your students regarding dress code policies, and with your support, we can make great strides in providing positive, enjoyable, and meaningful school climate for all students.
All School Study Tardies
An area for growth regarding All School Study (“C” Period) is attendance. Please encourage your students to check in with the main office when they are tardy. Teachers will mark a student absent if he/she is not present during attendance. Students should treat this period as a regular class period and should inform the main office when they are tardy.
Like I mentioned in previous newsletters, I am here to serve all St. Francis High School students, faculty, staff, parents, and community members. Together, we can ensure a meaningful learning experience and success in all facets of student life for your student!
Thank you for all your support, and I wish you a purposeful and enjoyable February!
Vince D. Monroy
Dean of Students | Director of Student Activities