SJF Newsletter 9/29/25

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View this email in your browser A Note from the Principals 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.