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SJF Newsletter 11/12/25

11/12/2025

 
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A Note from the Principals

Good afternoon,

Thank you to everyone who came - or listened via zoom- to our PTO meeting last week! Here are the notes if you are interested in what we talked about: 11/6 PTO Agenda & Notes

Christmas volunteers sign ups will open tomorrow (Thursday) at 9am. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/sjfchristmas2025
Here's What to Wear for the Christmas shows this year: 
*PRESCHOOL ~ WHITE FORMAL ATTIRE
*TK ~ CHRISTMAS BEST (FORMAL RED AND GREEN)
*KINDERGARTEN ~ FESTIVE CHRISTMAS (JEANS AND XMAS SWEATERS)
*1ST-3RD GRADE~ ACTORS SHOULD WEAR COSTUMES. ALL OTHERS OUTFIT IN WHITE, RED, OR GREEN (1950'S THEMED if possible)
*4TH-7TH ~ CHRISTMAS FORMAL (no jeans)
*8TH ~ LOOK 1: PLAIN WHITE TEES AND JEANS
    LOOK 2: FESTIVE CHRISTMAS (CHRISTMAS SWEATERS AND JEANS)

We will have free dress tomorrow (Thursday) for anyone who brings a donation to our Capital Campaign! 

Staggered Pickup: 
    • Due to multiple emergency situations that have happened during pickup this year, we will be starting a staggered pickup schedule as of Monday, December 1, 2026. 

    • It is the responsibility of parents to inform anyone picking up their children about this new procedure. 

    • NO families will be allowed to enter through the Hamlin entrance unless they are a neighborhood family within walking distance to the school. 

    • There will be additional communication to come.

    • Staggered Pick-Up Parent Letter



Reminders from last week:
Parent Teacher Conferences are scheduled for November 18-20th. It will be 12:30 dismissal on those days. 
Sign-ups for conferences are open
Preschool & TK- sign up in person with your teachers
Kinder: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/SJFK
First: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/SJF1
Second: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/SJF2
Third: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/SJF3
Fourth: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/SJF4
Fifth: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/SJF5
Middle School (6-8): Conferences are not required. Teachers will reach out via email to set up a meeting if there is a concern. If you would like to meet with a teacher, please email them directly:
Mrs. Holcomb: [email protected]
Mr. Cuevas: [email protected]
Ms. Dominguez: [email protected]
Mrs. Valero: [email protected]

Office Volunteer Sign ups: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/SJFoffice
Santa's Workshop Sign ups: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/santaworkshop


Pan de Vida this Thanksgiving donations are due next Friday 11/14. 
 
Many Blessings!
Mrs. Giron & Mrs. Zivari

CLICK HERE to see this week's church bulletin
SJF PARENT BOOK CLUB

Week 2: The Phone Trap

When kids are online, they aren’t asleep, outside, or with friends — all of which protect mental health. The data is clear: more screen time equals more anxiety and less joy.
Try this: Collect all devices at a “family charging station” an hour before bedtime.

Parent Quicklinks:
Text Message Reminders: download the Remind app and add the school @sjftext
or text @sjftext to the number 81010
Uniforms: https://skobels.com/collections/st-jane-frances-de-chantal-school
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/16TU760L52XNI?ref_=wl_share
Tuition Payments: (866) 441-4637  https://online.factsmgt.com/SignIn.aspx 
School Calendar:  HERE and on our website
Parent Student Handbook: HERE
Hot Lunch: https://ali-cateringservice.com/october-st-jane-frances-de-chantal-school/
School Website: www.stjanefranccesschool.org
Parish Website: https://www.sjfrances.org/
Looking Ahead:
Monday, November 10: No School
Tuesday, November 11: Veterans Day- No School
Sunday, November 16: 10am – 12pm Gym - Armenian Worship Service
Tuesday, November 18: 12:30pm Dismissal Parent/Teacher Conferences
Wednesday, November 19: 12:30pm Dismissal Parent/Teacher Conferences
Thursday, November 20: 12:30pm Dismissal Parent/Teacher Conferences
Friday, November 21: 8am- Mass & Student of the Month
All-School Thanksgiving feast
Monday, November 24- Friday, November 28: School Closed- Thanksgiving Break
Monday, December 1
School resumes: 8:00am Advent Prayer Service-Week 1 Hosted by 1st Grade
Thursday, December 4: Fr. Peter’s birthday
Friday, December 5: 8am Mass, 12:30pm dismissal
Saturday, December 6: Church Advent Retreat
Sunday, December 7: Mrs. Castro's Birthday
Monday, December 8: Holy Day of Obligation: solemnity of the Immaculate Conception 8am School Mass
Monday, December 8: 8am Advent Prayer Service- Week 2 Hosted by 2nd Grade
Tuesday, December 9-11:Santa's Workshop
Tuesday, December 9: Ms. Soto Birthday
Thursday, December 11: 6 – 7:30 pm Winter Performing Arts Showcase
Friday, December 12: 8am Mass
Monday, December 15: Mrs. Esparza's Birthday
Monday, December 15: 7:45am Advent Prayer Service- Week 3 Hosted by 3rd Grade
Monday, December 15: 8am Christmas Train Parade
Thursday, December 18
9 – 10am Christmas Program (PS, TK, K)
11am – 12pm Christmas Program (Grades 1, 2, 3)
1 – 2pm Christmas Program (Grades 4, 5, 6, 7, 8)
Friday, December 19: 8am Mass 11am – 12:30pm All Class Christmas Parties
12:30 Dismissal- Start of Christmas Break



CLICK HERE for the full school Google Calendar

THE DIGITAL PARENT
Tips and Tricks for Parenting in the 21st Century

Digital Resource: Here is a gentle reminder to check your child's phone on a regular basis. Many bigger problems can be prevented by checking what they are doing online and texting to their friends. I recommend a monitoring app. I use Bark (bark.us) for my family. Here is an article with reviews of other apps too: https://www.forbes.com/advisor/l/parental-controls/

SPARTAN SPORTS
Are you interested in coaching a team this year?

We need:
-boys volleyball coach
-track & field coaches
-basketball coaches


Contact:  [email protected]

Saint of the Day 11/10
Every saint has a story & Saint Leo the Great is known as one of the best administrative popes of the ancient Church. 

Saint Leo the Great, pray for us. Read more:
CLICK HERE for the Saint of the Day

Our Mission: St. Jane Frances de Chantal School guides our students and their families to experience the harmony between academic learning, social growth, and Catholic faith formation.
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SJF Newsletter 11/3/25

11/3/2025

 
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A Note from the Principals

Dear Parents,
Over the next several weeks, I’ll be sharing insights from
The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt — a book that’s sparking important conversations about how today’s technology-driven childhood affects our children’s mental health, friendships, and faith formation.

Our goal is simple: to help families rediscover what kids really need to thrive — connection, courage, faith, and freedom. Each week, you’ll find a short blurb in this newsletter with a practical “try this” tip to support healthy growth at home.

We can’t turn back time, but we can move forward with wisdom — helping our children find peace and purpose in a noisy world. I encourage you to get a copy and read along with us!
-Mrs. Giron



Our fall Book Fair is this week! Come and check it out before or after school. It's a great place to start your Christmas shopping!

Volunteer hours for Santa's Workshop will open tomorrow (Tuesday) at 9am. Click here to sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/santaworkshop

Our Jog-A-Thon is this Friday!! ALL of the teachers agreed that if we meet our school goal of $30,000 raised, there will be NO HOMEWORK all next week! Thank you for supporting our school!
How to Join the St. Jane Frances Mario World Run
1. Register or log in to your Parent Dashboard and customize your student's page. Scan the QR code below or visit www.getmovinfundhub.com  School Identifier: 5f737f1b92d78
2. Click "Add Student" from the Parent Dashboard to create a Student Webpage with a photo/video and a personal message.
3. Click "Save" and you're done! You've now created a Student Webpage that you can share with friends and family via text, email, and social media. The more you share, the more you raise!
Earn one service hour just for registering online! 
*All money raised will go toward your family fundraising total.

Order a jog-a-thon shirt here:  https://bit.ly/shopSJF


Reminders from last week:
Parent Teacher Conferences are scheduled for November 18-20th. It will be 12:30 dismissal on those days. 
Sign-ups for conferences are open
Preschool & TK- sign up in person with your teachers
Kinder: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/SJFK
First: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/SJF1
Second: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/SJF2
Third: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/SJF3
Fourth: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/SJF4
Fifth: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/SJF5
Middle School (6-8): Conferences are not required. Teachers will reach out via email to set up a meeting if there is a concern. If you would like to meet with a teacher, please email them directly:
Mrs. Holcomb: [email protected]
Mr. Cuevas: [email protected]
Ms. Dominguez: [email protected]
Mrs. Valero: [email protected]

Office Volunteer Sign ups: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/SJFoffice
Santa's Workshop Sign ups: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/santaworkshop
Book Fair Sign ups: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D49ACA722A0FDCE9-59586718-bookfair
Jog-A-Thon Sign ups: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D49ACA722A0FDCE9-59758866-jogathon

Pan de Vida this Thanksgiving donations are due next Friday 11/14. 
 
Many Blessings!
Mrs. Giron & Mrs. Zivari

CLICK HERE to see this week's church bulletin
SJF PARENT BOOK CLUB

Week 1: Reclaiming Childhood

We’ve replaced playgrounds with phones — and kids are paying the price. Haidt shows that free play teaches kids how to manage risk, solve problems, and build confidence. Without it, anxiety grows.
Try this: Schedule one “no-agenda play” time each week — no screens, no structure, just kids being kids.

Parent Quicklinks:
Text Message Reminders: download the Remind app and add the school @sjftext
or text @sjftext to the number 81010
Uniforms: https://skobels.com/collections/st-jane-frances-de-chantal-school
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/16TU760L52XNI?ref_=wl_share
Tuition Payments: (866) 441-4637  https://online.factsmgt.com/SignIn.aspx 
School Calendar:  HERE and on our website
Parent Student Handbook: HERE
Hot Lunch: https://ali-cateringservice.com/october-st-jane-frances-de-chantal-school/
School Website: www.stjanefranccesschool.org
Parish Website: https://www.sjfrances.org/
Looking Ahead:
Monday, November 3: Scholastic Bookfair Week
Wednesday, November 5: Mrs. Sangalang's Birthday
Thursday, November 6: 5:30 – 6:30pm PTO Meeting
Friday, November 7: Jog-a-Thon, Mrs. Lyons Birthday
End of Trimester 1
Monday, November 10: No School
Tuesday, November 11: Veterans Day- No School
Sunday, November 16: 10am – 12pm Gym - Armenian Worship Service
Tuesday, November 18: 12:30pm Dismissal Parent/Teacher Conferences
Wednesday, November 19: 12:30pm Dismissal Parent/Teacher Conferences
Thursday, November 20: 12:30pm Dismissal Parent/Teacher Conferences
Friday, November 21: 8am- Mass & Student of the Month
All-School Thanksgiving feast
Monday, November 24- Friday, November 28: School Closed- Thanksgiving Break
Monday, December 1
School resumes: 8:00am Advent Prayer Service-Week 1 Hosted by 1st Grade
Thursday, December 4: Fr. Peter’s birthday
Friday, December 5: 8am Mass, 12:30pm dismissal
Saturday, December 6: Church Advent Retreat
Sunday, December 7: Mrs. Castro's Birthday
Monday, December 8: Holy Day of Obligation: solemnity of the Immaculate Conception 8am School Mass
Monday, December 8: 8am Advent Prayer Service- Week 2 Hosted by 2nd Grade
Tuesday, December 9-11:Santa's Workshop
Tuesday, December 9: Ms. Soto Birthday
Thursday, December 11: 6 – 7:30 pm Winter Performing Arts Showcase
Friday, December 12: 8am Mass
Monday, December 15: Mrs. Esparza's Birthday
Monday, December 15: 7:45am Advent Prayer Service- Week 3 Hosted by 3rd Grade
Monday, December 15: 8am Christmas Train Parade
Thursday, December 18
9 – 10am Christmas Program (PS, TK, K)
11am – 12pm Christmas Program (Grades 1, 2, 3)
1 – 2pm Christmas Program (Grades 4, 5, 6, 7, 8)
Friday, December 19: 8am Mass 11am – 12:30pm All Class Christmas Parties
12:30 Dismissal- Start of Christmas Break



CLICK HERE for the full school Google Calendar

THE DIGITAL PARENT
Tips and Tricks for Parenting in the 21st Century

Digital Resource: Here is a gentle reminder to check your child's phone on a regular basis. Many bigger problems can be prevented by checking what they are doing online and texting to their friends. I recommend a monitoring app. I use Bark (bark.us) for my family. Here is an article with reviews of other apps too: https://www.forbes.com/advisor/l/parental-controls/

SPARTAN SPORTS
Are you interested in coaching a team this year?

We need:
-boys volleyball coach
-track & field coaches
-basketball coaches


Contact:  [email protected]

Saint of the Day 11/3
Every saint has a story & it was said that even as a child, St. Martin de Porres, gave his heart and his goods to the poor and despised.

Saint Martin de Porres, pray for us. Read more:
CLICK HERE for the Saint of the Day

Our Mission: St. Jane Frances de Chantal School guides our students and their families to experience the harmony between academic learning, social growth, and Catholic faith formation.
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SJF Newsletter 10/27/25

10/27/2025

 
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A Note from the Principals


Good morning,

Don't forget... daylight saving ends on Sunday. Clocks fall back one hour this weekend!

Saturday is a Holy Day of Obligation- All Saint's Day
Sunday there will be an Armenian Service in the Gym at 10am with Fr. Nzhdeh.

Red Ribbon Week is this week!
Monday: Wear Red shirts
Tuesday: Wear Fun Socks & school uniform
Wednesday: Wear a cape or superhero shirt
Thursday: Wear a team or sports jersey
Friday: Wear. Your Halloween costume!

We will be sending home paper bags to fill with donations for Pan de Vida this Thanksgiving. You may choose some or all of the items listed on the bag or any other non-perishable items. Our church's food pantry thanks you!

Parent Teacher Conferences are scheduled for November 18-20th. It will be 12:30 dismissal on those days. 
Sign-ups for conferences will open tomorrow (Tuesday) at 9am.
Preschool & TK- sign up in person with your teachers
Kinder: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/SJFK
First: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/SJF1
Second: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/SJF2
Third: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/SJF3
Fourth: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/SJF4
Fifth: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/SJF5
Middle School (6-8): Conferences are not required. Teachers will reach out via email to set up a meeting if there is a concern. If you would like to meet with a teacher, please email them directly:
Mrs. Holcomb: [email protected]
Mr. Cuevas: [email protected]
Ms. Dominguez: [email protected]
Mrs. Valero: [email protected]

Office Volunteer Sign ups: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/SJFoffice
Book Fair Sign ups: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D49ACA722A0FDCE9-59586718-bookfair
Jog-A-Thon Sign ups: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D49ACA722A0FDCE9-59758866-jogathon
Halloween Volunteer Sign-ups.  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D49ACA722A0FDCE9-59001898-trunk

Jog-A-Thon :
How to Join the St. Jane Frances Mario World Run
1. Register or log in to your Parent Dashboard and customize your student's page. Scan the QR code below or visit www.getmovinfundhub.com | School Identifier: 5f737f1b92d78
2. Click "Add Student" from the Parent Dashboard to create a Student Webpage with a photo/video and a personal message.
3. Click "Save" and you're done! You've now created a Student Webpage that you can share with friends and family via text, email, and social media. The more you share, the more you raise!
Earn one service hour just for registering online! 
*All money raised will go toward your family fundraising total.


Order a jog-a-thon shirt here:  https://bit.ly/shopSJF



Reminders from last week:
C3 is having a webinar to help parents keep kids safe online. This will be on October 28th at 6:00 - 7:00 PM - REGISTER HERE (see flyer below)

The parish is selling calendars for the new year full of Saint's Days and church holidays. Visit the parish office to purchase one for $5!

CLICK HERE to read our first Campus Safety Newsletter of this year.
 
Many Blessings!
Mrs. Giron & Mrs. Zivari

CLICK HERE to see this week's church bulletin
Parent Quicklinks:
Text Message Reminders: download the Remind app and add the school @sjftext
or text @sjftext to the number 81010
Uniforms: https://skobels.com/collections/st-jane-frances-de-chantal-school
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/16TU760L52XNI?ref_=wl_share
Tuition Payments: (866) 441-4637  https://online.factsmgt.com/SignIn.aspx 
School Calendar:  HERE and on our website
Parent Student Handbook: HERE
Hot Lunch: https://ali-cateringservice.com/october-st-jane-frances-de-chantal-school/
School Website: www.stjanefranccesschool.org
Parish Website: https://www.sjfrances.org/
Looking Ahead:
Monday, October 27: Red Ribbon Week 
Friday, October 31: Halloween Trunk or Treat- No Mass today, Costume Parade 7:45am
Saturday, November 1: The Pillar of the Month is Kindness, All Saint's Day
Sunday, November 2: 10am – 12pm Gym - Armenian Worship Service
Monday, November 3: Scholastic Bookfair Week
Wednesday, November 5: Mrs. Sangalang's Birthday
Thursday, November 6: 5:30 – 6:30pm PTO Meeting
Friday, November 7: Jog-a-Thon, Mrs. Lyons Birthday
End of Trimester 1
Monday, November 10: No School
Tuesday, November 11: Veterans Day- No School
Sunday, November 16: 10am – 12pm Gym - Armenian Worship Service
Tuesday, November 18: 12:30pm Dismissal Parent/Teacher Conferences
Wednesday, November 19: 12:30pm Dismissal Parent/Teacher Conferences
Thursday, November 20: 12:30pm Dismissal Parent/Teacher Conferences
Friday, November 21: 8am- Mass & Student of the Month
All-School Thanksgiving feast
Monday, November 24- Friday, November 28: School Closed- Thanksgiving Break


CLICK HERE for the full school Google Calendar

THE DIGITAL PARENT
Tips and Tricks for Parenting in the 21st Century

Digital Resource: Here is a gentle reminder to check your child's phone on a regular basis. Many bigger problems can be prevented by checking what they are doing online and texting to their friends. I recommend a monitoring app. I use Bark (bark.us) for my family. Here is an article with reviews of other apps too: https://www.forbes.com/advisor/l/parental-controls/

SPARTAN SPORTS
Are you interested in coaching a team this year?

We need:
-boys volleyball coach
-track & field coaches
-basketball coaches


Contact:  [email protected]

Saint of the Day 10/20
Every saint has a story & Saint Paul’s devotion to Christ’s passion must have seemed eccentric if not bizarre to many people. Yet it was that devotion that nurtured Paul’s compassion and supported a preaching ministry that touched the hearts of many listeners.

Saint Paul of the Cross, pray for us. Read more:
CLICK HERE for the Saint of the Day

Our Mission: St. Jane Frances de Chantal School guides our students and their families to experience the harmony between academic learning, social growth, and Catholic faith formation.
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SJF Newsletter 10/20/25

10/20/2025

 
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A Note from the Principals


Good morning,

Our Jog-A-Thon kicks off today! We are excited for our Mario Race theme this year! 
How to Join the St. Jane Frances Mario World Run
1. Register or log in to your Parent Dashboard and customize your student's page. Scan the QR code below or visit www.getmovinfundhub.com | School Identifier: 5f737f1b92d78
2. Click "Add Student" from the Parent Dashboard to create a Student Webpage with a photo/video and a personal message.
3. Click "Save" and you're done! You've now created a Student Webpage that you can share with friends and family via text, email, and social media. The more you share, the more you raise!
*All money raised will go toward your family fundraising total.
Jog-A-Thon Volunteer Sign Ups: Sign-ups will open TOMORROW (Tuesday) at 9am.

Tomorrow we will be having an earthquake drill.  Be sure to take some time to talk with your family about your own emergency plans. Here are some resources for you:
SJF Emergency dismissal plans
Staying Safe when the Earth Shakes

Student of the month for October (Character Pillar of Respect) will be on Friday after mass. 

The parish is selling calendars for the new year full of Saint's Days and church holidays. Visit the parish office to purchase one for $5!

Halloween Volunteer Sign-ups. If you are interested in volunteering to decorate your trunk on Halloween for our Trunk-or-Treat, we are 30 more parent volunteer slots to help decorate cars (2 hours). Sign ups will open TOMORROW (Tuesday) at 9am. Click the sign-up genius link to sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D49ACA722A0FDCE9-59001898-trunk

CLICK HERE to read our first Campus Safety Newsletter of this year.

Reminders from last week:
C3 is having a webinar to help parents keep kids safe online. This will be on October 28th at 6:00 - 7:00 PM - REGISTER HERE (see flyer below)
 
Many Blessings!
Mrs. Giron & Mrs. Zivari

CLICK HERE to see this week's church bulletin
Parent Quicklinks:
Text Message Reminders: download the Remind app and add the school @sjftext
or text @sjftext to the number 81010
Uniforms: https://skobels.com/collections/st-jane-frances-de-chantal-school
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/16TU760L52XNI?ref_=wl_share
Tuition Payments: (866) 441-4637  https://online.factsmgt.com/SignIn.aspx 
School Calendar:  HERE and on our website
Parent Student Handbook: HERE
Hot Lunch: https://ali-cateringservice.com/october-st-jane-frances-de-chantal-school/
School Website: www.stjanefranccesschool.org
Parish Website: https://www.sjfrances.org/
Looking Ahead:
Monday, October 20: Fall Make-Up Picture Day
Friday, October 24: 8-9am mass, 9 – 9:30am Living Rosary
Sunday, October 26: 9 – 10am Family Mass
Monday, October 27: Red Ribbon Week 
Friday, October 31: Halloween Trunk or Treat- No Mass today
Saturday, November 1: The Pillar of the Month is Kindness
Monday, November 3: Scholastic Bookfair
Wednesday, November 5: Mrs. Sangalang's Birthday
Thursday, November 6: 5:30 – 6:30pm PTO Meeting
Friday, November 7: Jog-a-Thon
Monday, November 10: No School
Tuesday, November 11: Veterans Day- No School
Sunday, November 16: 9am – 12pm Gym - Armenian Worship Service
Tuesday, November 18: 12:30pm Dismissal Parent/Teacher Conferences
Wednesday, November 19: 12:30pm Dismissal Parent/Teacher Conferences
Thursday, November 20: 12:30pm Dismissal Parent/Teacher Conferences
Friday, November 21: 8am- Mass & Student of the Month
All-School Thanksgiving feast
Monday, November 24- Friday, November 28: School Closed- Thanksgiving Break


CLICK HERE for the full school Google Calendar

THE DIGITAL PARENT
Tips and Tricks for Parenting in the 21st Century

Digital Resource: Here is a gentle reminder to check your child's phone on a regular basis. Many bigger problems can be prevented by checking what they are doing online and texting to their friends. I recommend a monitoring app. I use Bark (bark.us) for my family. Here is an article with reviews of other apps too: https://www.forbes.com/advisor/l/parental-controls/

SPARTAN SPORTS
Are you interested in coaching a team this year?

We need:
-boys volleyball coach
-track & field coaches
-basketball coaches


Contact:  [email protected]

Saint of the Day 10/20
Every saint has a story & Saint Paul’s devotion to Christ’s passion must have seemed eccentric if not bizarre to many people. Yet it was that devotion that nurtured Paul’s compassion and supported a preaching ministry that touched the hearts of many listeners.

Saint Paul of the Cross, pray for us. Read more:
CLICK HERE for the Saint of the Day

Our Mission: St. Jane Frances de Chantal School guides our students and their families to experience the harmony between academic learning, social growth, and Catholic faith formation.
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SJF Newsletter 10/14/25

10/14/2025

 
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A Note from the Principals


Good morning,

Halloween is coming up! Please read the pumpkin carving contest and costume rules below. Ask your teacher if you have any questions. All parents are welcome to spend the day with us for the costume parade and the trunk or treat event. However, only parents who have signed up on the volunteer link will receive volunteer hours. 

C3 is having a webinar to help parents keep safe online. This will be on October 28th at 6:00 - 7:00 PM - REGISTER HERE (see flyer below)

Bookfair Volunteer Sign-ups:
If you are interested in volunteering for our bookfair, sign up here (MUST be Virtus trained):
 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D49ACA722A0FDCE9-59586718-bookfair
Other service hour opportunities:
Are you interested in donating instead of volunteering? Here is our school's Amazon wishlist. Every $30 spent will be one hour of service: https://a.co/2zr7STm

Reminders from last week:
Here is a gentle reminder to check your child's phone on a regular basis. Many bigger problems can be prevented by checking what they are doing online and texting to their friends. I recommend a monitoring app. I use Bark (bark.us) for my family. Here is an article with reviews of other apps too: https://www.forbes.com/advisor/l/parental-controls/

Halloween Volunteer Sign-ups. There are still a few clean-up crew spots left to volunteer. Click the sign-up genius link to sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D49ACA722A0FDCE9-59001898-trunk
 
Many Blessings!
Mrs. Giron & Mrs. Zivari

CLICK HERE to see this week's church bulletin
Parent Quicklinks:
Text Message Reminders: download the Remind app and add the school @sjftext
or text @sjftext to the number 81010
Uniforms: https://skobels.com/collections/st-jane-frances-de-chantal-school
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/16TU760L52XNI?ref_=wl_share
Tuition Payments: (866) 441-4637  https://online.factsmgt.com/SignIn.aspx 
School Calendar:  HERE and on our website
Parent Student Handbook: HERE
Hot Lunch: https://ali-cateringservice.com/october-st-jane-frances-de-chantal-school/
School Website: www.stjanefranccesschool.org
Parish Website: https://www.sjfrances.org/
Looking Ahead:
Monday, October 13: All day No School- Indigenous People's Day/Columbus Day
Friday, October 17: 8 – 9am Mass
Sunday, October 19: Mr. Soto's Birthday
Monday, October 20: Fall Make-Up Picture Day
Friday, October 24: 8-9am mass, 9 – 9:30am Living Rosary
Sunday, October 26: 9 – 10am Family Mass
Monday, October 27: Red Ribbon Week 
Friday, October 31: Halloween Trunk or Treat- No Mass today
Saturday, November 1: The Character Pillar of the Month is Kindness
Monday, November 3-7: Scholastic Bookfair
Wednesday, November 5: Mrs. Sangalang's Birthday
Thursday, November 6: 5:30 – 6:30pm PTO Meeting
Friday, November 7: Jog-a-Thon, Ms. Lyons Birthday
Monday, November 10: No School
Tuesday, November 1: Veterans Day- No School
Tuesday, November 18: Parent/Teacher Conferences
Wednesday, November 19: 12:30pm Dismissal Parent/Teacher Conferences
Thursday, November 20: 12:30pm Dismissal Parent/Teacher Conferences
Friday, November 21: 8 – 9am Mass
Monday, November 24-28: Thanksgiving Break- No School


CLICK HERE for the full school Google Calendar

THE DIGITAL PARENT
Tips and Tricks for Parenting in the 21st Century

Digital Resource: Here is a gentle reminder to check your child's phone on a regular basis. Many bigger problems can be prevented by checking what they are doing online and texting to their friends. I recommend a monitoring app. I use Bark (bark.us) for my family. Here is an article with reviews of other apps too: https://www.forbes.com/advisor/l/parental-controls/

SPARTAN SPORTS
Are you interested in coaching a team this year?

We need:
-boys volleyball coach
-track & field coaches
-basketball coaches


Contact:  [email protected]

Saint of the Day 10/14
Every saint has a story & Cardinal Agostino Vallini praised Saint Carlo as an example of how young people can use technology to spread the Gospel “to reach as many people as possible and help them know the beauty of friendship with the Lord.”

Saint Carlo Acutis, pray for us. Read more:
CLICK HERE for the Saint of the Day

Our Mission: St. Jane Frances de Chantal School guides our students and their families to experience the harmony between academic learning, social growth, and Catholic faith formation.
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SJF Newsletter 10/6/25

10/6/2025

 
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Good morning,

Thank you to everyone who came to our Casino Night & Pajama party. I'm not sure who had more fun- the kids or the parents :)  A special thank you to our event committee and sponsors for coordinating everything for this special day! If you won a silent auction or raffle prize, we will be reaching out by tomorrow. 

Here is a gentle reminder to check your child's phone on a regular basis. Many bigger problems can be prevented by checking what they are doing online and texting to their friends. I recommend a monitoring app. I use Bark (bark.us) for my family. Here is an article with reviews of other apps too: https://www.forbes.com/advisor/l/parental-controls/

Blessing of the Animals is on Wednesday. It will begin during morning assembly. Families are invited to bring in a pet (on a leash or in a cage) to be blessed. All animals must leave campus after the assembly is over. Students may also bring a photo or a stuffed animal.

It's progress report time, but our new system isn't pulling the reports correctly. Teachers will reach out to any parents if they have an academic concern. Please use this week to ask your teachers any questions about academics if you have any. Parent conferences will be held November 18-20th.

No school on Monday, Oct. 12- Indigenous Peoples' Day. 

Halloween Volunteer Sign-ups. If you are interested in volunteering to decorate your trunk on Halloween for our Trunk-or-Treat, we need 30 parent volunteers. Click the sign-up genius link to sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D49ACA722A0FDCE9-59001898-trunk
 
Many Blessings!
Mrs. Giron & Mrs. Zivari

CLICK HERE to see this week's church bulletin
MEET THE SAINT SEBASTIAN SPORTS PROJECT
Supporting Catholic Schools Through Sports

WHO ARE WE?
The Saint Sebastian Sports Project is non-profit, founded in 2009 that supports the sports programs at 80 Catholic schools in the LA Archdiocese to give every school child in the Los Angeles Archdiocese the chance to learn the skills, experience the growth, and share in the joy of participating in a school sports team.

WHAT DO WE DO?
 Help fund equipment, uniforms and team fees for 80 Catholic schools in the Archdiocese
 Host clinics to make sure kids are receiving quality coaching
 Hold tournaments to give teams that don’t normally qualify for post-season play the thrill of competing
in a championship
 Score tickets to UCLA, USC games and other local sporting events
 Hold a Leadership Academy for outstanding high school bound 8th graders

WHO ARE OUR PARTNERS?
We have partnered with a number of like-minded organizations to expand our reach and deepen our impact.
 Fit Kids- provides a comprehensive physical education curriculum to every SSSP school
 The Science of Sport—hosts an annual field day to teach STEM subjects through sports
 LA84- provides coaching stipends for our schools
 Smart & Final—offers annual grants for uniforms and equipment

WHAT ARE THE RESULTS?
Numerous studies have established the positive effects of exercise among children and teens. SSSP schools report higher attendance rates for students who play sports. Student athletes also achieve higher grades and tend to go on to play sports in high school. Pope Francis has noted the importance of sports, pointing out that sport is a tool that can be used for problem solving and to “achieve a profound transformation of our society.”

QUESTIONS?
Visit our web site: www.saintsebastianporject.org or reach out to your school Athletic Director or Principal for more information on how you and your child can benefit from SSSP.
Parent Quicklinks:
Uniforms: https://skobels.com/collections/st-jane-frances-de-chantal-school
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/16TU760L52XNI?ref_=wl_share
Tuition Payments: (866) 441-4637  https://online.factsmgt.com/SignIn.aspx 
School Calendar:  HERE and on our website
Parent Student Handbook: HERE
Hot Lunch: https://ali-cateringservice.com/october-st-jane-frances-de-chantal-school/
School Website: www.stjanefranccesschool.org
Parish Website: https://www.sjfrances.org/
Looking Ahead:
Monday, October 6-10: Respect Life Week 
Monday, October 6: 8am Virtus Class
Tuesday, October 7: Progress Reports
Wednesday, October 8: 7:45 – 8:15am Blessing of the Animals
Monday, October 13: All day No School- Indigenous People's Day/Columbus Day
Friday, October 17: 8 – 9am Mass
Sunday, October 19: Mr. Soto's Birthday
Monday, October 20: Fall Make-Up Picture Day
Friday, October 24: 8-9am mass, 9 – 9:30am Living Rosary
Sunday, October 26: 9 – 10am Family Mass
Monday, October 27: Red Ribbon Week 
Friday, October 31: Halloween Trunk or Treat- No Mass today
Saturday, November 1: The Pillar of the Month is Kindness
Monday, November 3: Scholastic Bookfair
Wednesday, November 5: Mrs. Sangalang's Birthday
Thursday, November 6: 5:30 – 6:30pm PTO Meeting
Friday, November 7: Jog-a-Thon

CLICK HERE for the full school Google Calendar

THE DIGITAL PARENT
Tips and Tricks for Parenting in the 21st Century

Digital Resource: Here is a gentle reminder to check your child's phone on a regular basis. Many bigger problems can be prevented by checking what they are doing online and texting to their friends. I recommend a monitoring app. I use Bark (bark.us) for my family. Here is an article with reviews of other apps too: https://www.forbes.com/advisor/l/parental-controls/

SPARTAN SPORTS
Are you interested in coaching a team this year?

We need:
-boys volleyball coach
-track & field coaches
-basketball coaches


Contact:  [email protected]

Saint of the Day 10/6
Every saint has a story & Saint Bruno has the honor of having founded a religious order which, as the saying goes, has never had to be reformed because it was never deformed.

Saint Bruno, pray for us. Read more:
CLICK HERE for the Saint of the Day

Our Mission: St. Jane Frances de Chantal School guides our students and their families to experience the harmony between academic learning, social growth, and Catholic faith formation.
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SJF Newsletter 9/29/25

9/29/2025

 
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Good morning,
 Thank you to everyone who came to Grandparents' Day on Friday. It was a beautiful day celebrating our grandparents! A special thank you to our event committee for coordinating everything for this special day!

Congratulations to Sofia Castillo for winning our first raffle for $200 off tuition. You can win for October by going to church on Sunday at 9am and checking in with the teacher every week! 

Thank you to the following parents for donating to our athletics department by donating athletic mats: 
Tina Kostikyan
Mary Kostikyan
Annette Sarafyan
You are amazing!

Be sure to RSVP for the Gala this Saturday! It is a mandatory event and we hope to see you there. 

Vision2Learn will be visiting our school next Monday to do FREE vision screenings for all students in grades K-8. Vision2Learn is a mobile vision center paid for by donors to ensure all students have glasses. If your child does need glasses, they will have a full eye exam as well as receive a free pair of prescription glasses. 
Opt-Out forms will be distributed this week (only if you do not want your child to participate). 

Armenian class charges were accidentally billed for the year instead of month by month. This will be corrected today. We apologize for any confusion.


Reminders from last week:
Our school Gala will be on Saturday, October 4 at 7pm. The gala is included in your service hours this year. All families will be charged $50 on Facts today for two tickets in September. To purchase additional tickets or become a sponsor, click here: bit.ly/SJFGala (all sponsorships & silent auction item donations can be added to your fundraising this year).
Q: Where is the gala taking place?
A: The event will be held in the school gymnasium, transformed for a fun and festive Casino Night experience!
Q: How many tickets does each family receive?
A: This is a mandatory event & each family is required to purchase 2 tickets. These have already been charged to your FACTS account.
Q: What will be included with the tickets?
A: Your ticket gives you access to:
-Silent Auction: Bid on amazing items and experiences.
-Casino Games: Enjoy $10 in chips for craps, roulette, and poker tables. (additional chips available for purchase)
-Bar Service: A selection of beverages will be available.
-Dinner & Dessert: A delicious meal and sweet treats to enjoy throughout the night.
-Prizes: Exciting door prizes and giveaways during the evening.
Q: Is there a service hour requirement associated with purchasing tickets?
A: Yes! Purchasing 2 tickets earns 2 hours of volunteer service for your family. Additionally, each family member attending in person will earn 2 more hours for attending. Any items purchased in the silent auction will count toward your fundraising requirement.
Q: Is childcare available?
A: Yes! We are offering a childcare pajama party in the cafeteria for $10 per child. Kids can enjoy activities, games, and snacks while parents enjoy the gala.
Q: What should I expect for the evening?
A: Prepare for a night of fun, socializing, and supporting our school! Test your luck at casino tables, bid in the silent auction, enjoy dinner and dessert, and celebrate with friends and family—all while helping our school reach its fundraising goals.
Q: What is the Dress Code?
A: Semi-formal or cocktail attire
Q: How can I RSVP or pay for childcare?
A: CLICK HERE to RSVP
 
Many Blessings!
Mrs. Giron & Mrs. Zivari

CLICK HERE to see this week's church bulletin
Parent Quicklinks:
Uniforms: https://skobels.com/collections/st-jane-frances-de-chantal-school
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/16TU760L52XNI?ref_=wl_share
Tuition Payments: (866) 441-4637  https://online.factsmgt.com/SignIn.aspx 
School Calendar:  HERE and on our website
Parent Student Handbook: HERE
Hot Lunch: https://ali-cateringservice.com/october-st-jane-frances-de-chantal-school/
School Website: www.stjanefranccesschool.org
Parish Website: https://www.sjfrances.org/
Looking Ahead:
Saturday, October 4: 7 – 11pm Gala
Monday, October 6-10: Respect Life Week 
Monday, October 6: 8am Virtus Class
Tuesday, October 7: Progress Reports
Wednesday, October 8: 7:45 – 8:15am Blessing of the Animals
Monday, October 13: All day No School- Indigenous People's Day/Columbus Day
Friday, October 17: 8 – 9am Mass
Sunday, October 19: Mr. Soto's Birthday
Monday, October 20: Fall Make-Up Picture Day
Friday, October 24: 8-9am mass, 9 – 9:30am Living Rosary
Sunday, October 26: 9 – 10am Family Mass
Monday, October 27: Red Ribbon Week 
Friday, October 31: Halloween Trunk or Treat- No Mass today
Friday, November 7: Jog-a-Thon

CLICK HERE for the full school Google Calendar

THE DIGITAL PARENT
Tips and Tricks for Parenting in the 21st Century

Digital Resource: Dangers of Location Sharing
 Your location is one of the most dangerous pieces of information about yourself if it’s in the wrong hands. Unfortunately, convincing kids to share their location is a common grooming tactic we’ve seen before. That’s why kids should know to never share their location, the school they attend, or any other location-specific information with strangers online. 

SPARTAN SPORTS
Are you interested in coaching a team this year?

We need:
-boys volleyball coach
-track & field coaches
-basketball coaches


Contact:  [email protected]

Saint of the Day 9/29
Every saint has a story & Each of the archangels performs a different mission in Scripture: Michael protects; Gabriel announces; Raphael guides. 

Saints Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael, pray for us. Read more:
CLICK HERE for the Saint of the Day

Our Mission: St. Jane Frances de Chantal School guides our students and their families to experience the harmony between academic learning, social growth, and Catholic faith formation.
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SJF Newsletter 9/22/25

9/22/2025

 
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Good morning,
 
We are excited for our school gala coming up in a few weeks. Here are some answers to frequently asked questions:
□ SJFCasino Night Gala – Parent FAQ □

Q: Where is the gala taking place?
A: The event will be held in the school gymnasium, transformed for a fun and festive Casino Night experience!
Q: How many tickets does each family receive?
A: This is a mandatory event & each family is required to purchase 2 tickets. These have already been charged to your FACTS account.
Q: What will be included with the tickets?
A: Your ticket gives you access to:
-Silent Auction: Bid on amazing items and experiences.
-Casino Games: Enjoy $10 in chips for craps, roulette, and poker tables. (additional chips available for purchase)
-Bar Service: A selection of beverages will be available.
-Dinner & Dessert: A delicious meal and sweet treats to enjoy throughout the night.
-Prizes: Exciting door prizes and giveaways during the evening.
Q: Is there a service hour requirement associated with purchasing tickets?
A: Yes! Purchasing 2 tickets earns 2 hours of volunteer service for your family. Additionally, each family member attending in person will earn 2 more hours for attending. Any items purchased in the silent auction will count toward your fundraising requirement.
Q: Is childcare available?
A: Yes! We are offering a childcare pajama party in the cafeteria for $10 per child. Kids can enjoy activities, games, and snacks while parents enjoy the gala.
Q: What should I expect for the evening?
A: Prepare for a night of fun, socializing, and supporting our school! Test your luck at casino tables, bid in the silent auction, enjoy dinner and dessert, and celebrate with friends and family—all while helping our school reach its fundraising goals.
Q: What is the Dress Code?
A: Semi-formal or cocktail attire
Q: How can I RSVP or pay for childcare?
A: CLICK HERE to RSVP


Please join us for Grandparents' Day on Friday, September 26th at 9:30am. Grandparents may park and enter through the church parking lot on Victory Blvd. No parents, please :)



Reminders from last week:
Back to School Food Drive for Pan de Vida- Our church's food pantry is collecting canned goods and cereal to get the year started. Please donate if you are able from now until the end of September. 

Attention 6-8th grade parents: There will be a High School Night at St. Frances de Sales on Thursday, September 25th from 6-7pm. Be sure to check out all the local Catholic high schools in the area!

Our school Gala will be on Saturday, October 4 at 7pm. The gala is included in your service hours this year. All families will be charged $50 on Facts today for two tickets in September. To purchase additional tickets or become a sponsor, click here: bit.ly/SJFGala (all sponsorships & silent auction item donations can be added to your fundraising this year).
 
Many Blessings!
Mrs. Giron & Mrs. Zivari

CLICK HERE to see this week's church bulletin
Parent Quicklinks:
Uniforms: https://skobels.com/collections/st-jane-frances-de-chantal-school
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/16TU760L52XNI?ref_=wl_share
Tuition Payments: (866) 441-4637  https://online.factsmgt.com/SignIn.aspx 
School Calendar:  HERE and on our website
Parent Student Handbook: HERE
Hot Lunch: https://ali-cateringservice.com/october-st-jane-frances-de-chantal-school/
School Website: www.stjanefranccesschool.org
Parish Website: https://www.sjfrances.org/
Looking Ahead:
Wednesday, September 24: Ms. Saavedra's Birthday
Thursday, September 25: St. Frances de Sales High School Night 6-7pm
Friday, September 26: Student of the Month after mass.
-Grandparents' Day 9:30am in the Gym
Sunday, September 28: 9 – 10am Family Mass & Mrs. Benton's Birthday
Tuesday, September 30: Progress Reports
Saturday, October 4: 7 – 11pm Gala
Monday, October 6-10: Respect Life Week 
Monday, October 8: 10am Virtus Class
Wednesday, October 8: 7:45 – 8:15am Blessing of the Animals
Friday, October 10: 8 – 9am No School Mass- Jog a Thon
Monday, October 13: All day No School- Indigenous People's Day/Columbus Day
Friday, October 17: 8 – 9am Mass
Sunday, October 19: Mr. Soto's Birthday
Monday, October 20: Fall Make-Up Day
Friday, October 24: 8-9am mass, 9 – 9:30am Living Rosary
Sunday, October 26: 9 – 10am Family Mass
Monday, October 27: Red Ribbon Week 
Friday, October 31: Halloween Trunk or Treat- No Mass today

CLICK HERE for the full school Google Calendar

THE DIGITAL PARENT
Tips and Tricks for Parenting in the 21st Century

Digital Resource: Dangers of Location Sharing
 Your location is one of the most dangerous pieces of information about yourself if it’s in the wrong hands. Unfortunately, convincing kids to share their location is a common grooming tactic we’ve seen before. That’s why kids should know to never share their location, the school they attend, or any other location-specific information with strangers online. 

SPARTAN SPORTS
Are you interested in coaching a team this year?

We need:
-a flag football coach
-a swim team coordinator
-track & field coaches
-basketball coaches


Contact:  [email protected]

Saint of the Day 9/22
Every saint has a story & Saint Lorenzo Ruiz was born in Manila of a Chinese father and a Filipino mother, both Christians. Thus he learned Chinese and Tagalog from them, and Spanish from the Dominicans whom he served as altar boy and sacristan. He died a martyr.

Saint Lorenzo Ruiz, pray for us. Read more:
CLICK HERE for the Saint of the Day

Our Mission: St. Jane Frances de Chantal School guides our students and their families to experience the harmony between academic learning, social growth, and Catholic faith formation.
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SJF Newsletter 9/15/25

9/15/2025

 
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Good morning,

Reminder: No School Thursday- Mrs. Castro's funeral will be on Thursday, September 18th (see attached flyer). In order to allow our faculty and families to attend, we will not be having school on that day. There will be school on Friday. 

Our next Virtus class will be this Friday at 9:30am in the theatre. If you are interested in volunteering on campus this year, you will need to attend a Virtus class. Please email Mrs. Giron with your name if you are planning to attend ([email protected]).

Back to School Food Drive for Pan de Vida- Our church's food pantry is collecting canned goods and cereal to get the year started. Please donate if you are able from now until the end of September. 

Reminders from last week:

Attention 6-8th grade parents: There will be a High School Night at St. Frances de Sales on Thursday, September 25th from 6-7pm. Be sure to check out all the local Catholic high schools in the area!

Please join us for Grandparents' Day on Friday, September 26th at 9:30am. Tickets are $15 each- g
randparents only, please. RSVP here by FRIDAY: https://forms.gle/PqT1bYqRSHJZVswJ7

Our school Gala will be on Saturday, October 4 at 7pm. The gala is included in your service hours this year. All families will be charged $50 on Facts today for two tickets in September. To purchase additional tickets or become a sponsor, click here: bit.ly/SJFGala (all sponsorships & silent auction item donations can be added to your fundraising this year).

Chess Wizards (see attached flyer)
-Open to kinder-8th grade.
-Fridays from 3-4pm
-Enroll Here: www.chesswizards.com (type our school name: St. Jane Frances)

Homework Club
-
Open to all students.
-After school tutoring & homework help daily
-email Mrs. Kristine for more information [email protected]

 
Many Blessings!
Mrs. Giron & Mrs. Zivari
This Week's Church Bulletin
Parent Quicklinks:
Uniforms: https://skobels.com/collections/st-jane-frances-de-chantal-school
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/16TU760L52XNI?ref_=wl_share
Tuition Payments: (866) 441-4637  https://online.factsmgt.com/SignIn.aspx 
School Calendar:  HERE and on our website
Parent Student Handbook: HERE
Hot Lunch: https://ali-cateringservice.com/october-st-jane-frances-de-chantal-school/
School Website: www.stjanefranccesschool.org
Parish Website: https://www.sjfrances.org/
Looking Ahead:
Wednesday, September 17: Ms. Karamanukyan Birthday
Thursday, September 18: No School- Mrs. Castro's Funeral
Friday, September 19: 8-9am mass & 9:30am – 12pm VIRTUS Class- Mrs. Giron
Wednesday, September 24: Ms. Saavedra's Birthday
Thursday, September 25: St. Frances de Sales High School Night
Friday, September 26: Grandparents' Day
Sunday, September 28: 9 – 10am Family Mass
Tuesday, September 30: Progress Reports
Thursday, October 2: 7:45 – 8:15am Blessing of the Animals
Saturday, October 4: 7 – 11pm Gala
Monday, October 6-10: Respect Life Week & 8 – 10am VIRTUS Class- Mrs. Zivari
Friday, October 10: 8 – 9am No School Mass- Jog a Thon
Monday, October 13: All day No School- Indigenous People's Day/Columbus Day
Friday, October 17: 8 – 9am Mass
Sunday, October 19: Mr. Soto's Birthday
Monday, October 20: Fall Make-Up Day
Friday, October 24: 8-9am mass, 9 – 9:30am Living Rosary
Sunday, October 26: 9 – 10am Family Mass
Monday, October 27: Red Ribbon Week 
Friday, October 31: Halloween Trunk or Treat- No Mass today
 
School Calendar

THE DIGITAL PARENT
Tips and Tricks for Parenting in the 21st Century

Digital Resource: Dangers of Location Sharing
 Your location is one of the most dangerous pieces of information about yourself if it’s in the wrong hands. Unfortunately, convincing kids to share their location is a common grooming tactic we’ve seen before. That’s why kids should know to never share their location, the school they attend, or any other location-specific information with strangers online. 

SPARTAN SPORTS
Are you interested in coaching a team this year?

We need:
-a flag football coach
-a swim team coordinator
-track & field coaches
-basketball coaches


Contact:  [email protected]

Saint of the Day 9/9
Every saint has a story & Saint Peter Claver’s apostolate extended beyond his care for slaves. He became a moral force, indeed, the apostle of Cartagena. He preached in the city square, gave missions to sailors and traders as well as country missions

Saint Peter Claver, pray for us. Read more below:

Saint of the Day
Our Mission: St. Jane Frances de Chantal School guides our students and their families to experience the harmony between academic learning, social growth, and Catholic faith formation.
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SJF Newsletter 9/8/25

9/8/2025

 
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Good morning,

Thank you for the outpouring of love and support that you have shown our staff and Mrs. Castro's family this week. We have collected almost $5,000 to give to the family- thank you for your generosity! The family has shared that her funeral will be on Thursday, September 18th (see attached flyer). In order to allow our faculty and families to attend, we will not be having school on that day.

Please join us for Grandparents' Day on Friday, September 26th at 9:30am. Tickets are $15 each- grandparents only, please. RSVP here: https://forms.gle/PqT1bYqRSHJZVswJ7

Thank you to all the amazing parents and teachers who joined us for the PTO meeting last week. If you missed it, be sure to see the meeting minutes here.

Our school Gala will be on Saturday, October 4 at 7pm. The gala is included in your service hours this year. All families will be charged $50 on Facts for two tickets in September. To purchase additional tickets or become a sponsor, click here: bit.ly/SJFGala (all sponsorships & silent auction item donations can be added to your fundraising this year).


Reminders from last week:

Chess Wizards (see attached flyer)
-Open to kinder-8th grade.
-Fridays from 3-4pm
-Enroll Here: www.chesswizards.com (type our school name: St. Jane Frances)

Homework Club
-
Open to all students.
-After school tutoring & homework help daily
-email Mrs. Kristine for more information [email protected]

Ballet: (see attached flyer)
-Open to all students
-After school registration: https://balletbusinessarts.com/stjanefrancesschool/

 
Many Blessings!
Mrs. Giron & Mrs. Zivari
This Week's Church Bulletin
Parent Quicklinks:
Uniforms: https://skobels.com/collections/st-jane-frances-de-chantal-school
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/16TU760L52XNI?ref_=wl_share
Tuition Payments: (866) 441-4637  https://online.factsmgt.com/SignIn.aspx 
School Calendar:  HERE and on our website
Parent Student Handbook: HERE
Hot Lunch: https://ali-cateringservice.com/october-st-jane-frances-de-chantal-school/
School Website: www.stjanefranccesschool.org
Parish Website: https://www.sjfrances.org/
Looking Ahead:
Monday, September 8: STAR Testing Window 1 & Fall Picture Day
Wednesday, September 10: Mrs. Whited's Birthday
Thursday, September 11: Patriot Day- Wear red, white & blue tops with school bottoms
Friday, September 12: 8 – 9am Mass
Friday, September 12: 1 – 3pm Wizard of OZ Auditions
Wednesday, September 17: Ms. Karamanukyan Birthday
Thursday, September 18: No School- Mrs. Castro's Funeral
Friday, September 19: 8-9am mass & 9:30am – 12pm VIRTUS Class- Mrs. Giron
Wednesday, September 24: Ms. Saavedra's Birthday
Thursday, September 25: St. Frances de Sales High School Night
Friday, September 26: Grandparent's Day
Sunday, September 28: 9 – 10am Family Mass
Tuesday, September 30: Progress Reports
Thursday, October 2: 7:45 – 8:15am Blessing of the Animals
Saturday, October 4: 7 – 11pm Gala
Monday, October 6-10: Respect Life Week & 8 – 10am VIRTUS Class- Mrs. Zivari
Friday, October 10: 8 – 9am No School Mass- Jog a Thon
Monday, October 13: All day No School- Indigenous People's Day/Columbus Day
 
School Calendar

THE DIGITAL PARENT
Tips and Tricks for Parenting in the 21st Century

Digital Resource: Dangers of Location Sharing
 Your location is one of the most dangerous pieces of information about yourself if it’s in the wrong hands. Unfortunately, convincing kids to share their location is a common grooming tactic we’ve seen before. That’s why kids should know to never share their location, the school they attend, or any other location-specific information with strangers online. 

SPARTAN SPORTS
Are you interested in coaching a team this year?

We need:
-a flag football coach
-a swim team coordinator
-track & field coaches
-basketball coaches


Contact:  [email protected]

Saint of the Day 9/9
Every saint has a story & Saint Peter Claver’s apostolate extended beyond his care for slaves. He became a moral force, indeed, the apostle of Cartagena. He preached in the city square, gave missions to sailors and traders as well as country missions

Saint Peter Claver, pray for us. Read more below:

Saint of the Day
Our Mission: St. Jane Frances de Chantal School guides our students and their families to experience the harmony between academic learning, social growth, and Catholic faith formation.
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