The Jaguar Journal
Volume 1 | Issue 23
Principal's Message
Dear SFX Family,
We had so much fun celebrating Catholic Schools Week last week! Thank you for participating in all of the events and service projects.
Don't forget that tomorrow is the deadline to submit entries to the Mardi Gras Home Decor and Costume Contests for the Parish. It is also the deadline to turn in BoxTops, Community Coffee labels, and Coca Cola labels. Each child who turns in at least 20 labels has a tennis shoe pass for tomorrow! And, the class that collects the most labels wins a pizza party! More information about both events is below.
This Friday we will celebrate Mardi Gras by wearing Mardi Gras colors with jeans and tennis shoes or an appropriate costume with tennis shoes to school. Word on the street is that Fr. Joe and Fr. Thien have a pretty great costume!
Please be sure to read through the entire newsletter for new information.
Lastly, even though we don't have parades to go to, I hope that you have a nice Mardi Gras break and have some time to relax and recharge with your family. Please continue to be safe and follow COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions so that you remain healthy.
May God bless you and keep you,
Jessica
Jessica A. Dwyer, M.Ed.
Principal
CAFETERIA MENUS
Click here for the February menus.
NEW RULE:
Thank you for your support and cooperation in this matter.
IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES
- February 10 - Deadline to enter Mardi Gras Costume & Home Decor Contest; Signed Progress Reports Due; Box Tops, Community Coffee, & Coca Cola Labels Due
- February 12 - Mardi Gras Mambo Day
- February 15-19 - Mardi Gras Break
- February 22 - Classes Resume
*The revised calendar at a glance can be found on the School News Page of Gradelink or downloaded below.
NOTE: The most up-to-date information is on the school Google calendar.
Men's Club News
Ca$h Raffle
1st Prize - $5,000
2nd Prize - $1,000
Only 250 tickets will be sold!
$50 each
All proceeds will go directly to the new school sign on Metairie Road and Betz Place!
News from the Parish
The Search for School Parents Only: A version of the “The Search” Evangelization Program will be offered for School Parents on two Saturday mornings in Lent: March 6 and March 20, from 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. in St. Joseph Hall.
The Search Program consists of prayer, videos and discussion on important topics: Who Are You? Why a God? Am I Saved? Why a Church?
There is no cost to attend the program, but pre-registration is required for social distancing purposes. The Search is open to Parents who are SFX parishioners with children in Pre-K to 12th Grade at SFX or other schools. Free coffee and donuts served at 9:15 a.m.
There will be a drawing for $250 Tuition Credit for St. Francis parents who attend both sessions. Register at rgriffin@stfrancisxavier.com on or before March 1.
Click here for the flyer.
In & Around SFX
Blessing of the Throats
3rd Grade Wiggle Bot Parade
PK2 learns about beignets!
COVID-19 Symptoms vs. Other Illnesses
Earn Easy Money for St. Francis!
Box Tops, Community Coffee Labels, and Coca Cola Labels
- Each child that brings in at least 20 labels will receive a tennis shoe pass for Wednesday, February 10.
- The class with the most collected labels will win a Pizza Party!
- Please send your collections in LABELED zip-lock bags, taped to the back of this sheet, or in a LABELED envelope.
- Digital Box Top submissions should be emailed to SFXBoxtops@gmail.com.
Entries must be received by WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 10 for the contest, but please, keep collecting!
The more labels sent in, the more EASY money for SFX!
Click here for the flyer!
Mardi Gras Mambo!
ST. FRANCIS XAVIER
MARDI GRAS COSTUME & HOME DÉCOR CONTEST
WIN A PRIZE IN THESE CATEGORIES:
1. BEST COSTUME - Age 12 & Under
2. BEST COSTUME - Age 13 & Older
3. BEST GROUP COSTUME
4. BEST DECORATED HOME or FRONT DOOR
PRIZES FOR EACH CATEGORY:
1st PLACE = $150
2nd PLACE = $75
Open to SFX Parishioners and School Families.
TO ENTER: Email Photo of Costume or Home/Front Door as an attachment to Rachel Griffin, rgriffin@stfrancisxavier.com, by Wednesday, February 10, at 12 Noon
(Also provide name, address and phone number)
GOOD LUCK & LAISSEZ LES BON TEMPS ROULER!
TECHCharge NOLA Virtual Career Expo & Speakers Form
LifeSkills Foundation, a New Orleans-based non-profit organization dedicated to youth and youth entrepreneurship, invites you to participate in the TECHCharge NOLA Virtual Career Expo and Speakers Forum to be held on Saturday, March 13th from 10 AM - 3 PM. The event is 100% virtual and will include the WHAT I CAN BE! Tech Job Showcase, hosted by local tech and STEM leaders, who will be available to present and take questions from attendees. Also, attendees will enjoy panel discussions on traditional and non-traditional pathways to success in tech, music, and prizes.
The event is open to youth, young adults, and retrainable or transitioning adults. Schools or non-profits with the highest participation will be in the running to receive a $1,000 cash donation for their STEM program! Let's win that for SFX!
To participate:
- Students, teachers, and parents should register for the event at www.tech2talent.com. Be sure to indicate St. Francis Xavier Catholic School on your registration form!
- Log in on the day of the event.
- The school or nonprofit with the highest participation will receive a $1,000 cash donation.
Home & School News
- The Spirit Shop is operational through the portal. All ordered items will be delivered to your child’s classroom on Wednesdays.
REMINDERS
- Hang your name sign from your rear view mirror for the entirety of carpool so that all staff can see the name. Hint: A pants hanger works great!
- Siblings & Carpools are dismissed from the yard.
- Single Riders are dismissed from Betz Pl. Please go to your usual location even if a sibling is sick or out of school. The students are used to going to their designated side.
- If anyone in your immediate family tests positive, please notify Ms. Dwyer immediately. You can call the school, 833-1471, or email if after hours.
- Students should be kept home if they have any symptoms and their doctor should be consulted. Please do not assume it is allergies or a cold or send them to school after giving medication.