The Jaguar Journal
Volume 3 | Issue 11
PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE
Tuesday, October 25, 2022
Dear SFX Family,
Happy Tuesday! Thank you for helping to make our fall Book Fair a great success. I would like to thank Mrs. Sauber, Mrs. Williamson, and their team of volunteers for their hard work and organization.
The Advisory School Board met last night and welcomed new and returning members. The 2022-2023 Advisory School Board members are: Greg Anderson, Cindy Bird, Jessica Dwyer, Andrelle Causey, Shannon Hauler, Jason LeBeouf, Kevin McGlone, Fr. Joe Palermo, Paige Rahn, Fr. Andrew Sanchez, and Megan Toujouse.
Congratulations to our JV Flag Football team for advancing in the city playoffs. They won yesterday to secure the 3rd place position in our region and won today to advance to the next round on Thursday. We will play St. Margaret Mary at 4:00 P.M. at St. Matthew. Please come cheer on the Jaguars if you can!
Tomorrow we have school Mass at 9:00 A.M., and it is free tennis shoe day from the Book Fair. Everyone is looking forward to the return of the Mission Fair on Friday, too!
We need your help! Our two upcoming events still need volunteers. Please click the links below to sign up for a shift if you can. Thank you!
- Mission Fair (PK4-7th) hosted by the Student Council - Friday, October 28, 12:30-2:30 P.M. - Click here to volunteer!
- Trunk or Treat hosted by the HSA - Saturday, October 29, 6:30-9:30 P.M. - Click here to volunteer!
Please know that we are monitoring the weather forecast for Saturday and will keep you informed. Pray for the rain to go away!
Looking ahead to next week, students may wear jeans and a school-appropriate Halloween t-shirt to school on Monday. All Saints Day Mass is on Tuesday at 9:15 A.M. instead of our usual 9:00 time.
Please read through this week's newsletter as there is new information. I hope you have a great rest of the week!
May God bless you and keep you,
Jessica
Jessica A. Dwyer, M.Ed.
Principal
P.S. To ensure you are able to receive our Parent Alert texts, please text START to 31706 from your mobile device. Any text alerts from our school will begin with SFX-LA.
UPCOMING TRAIN TRACK CLOSURE
We were notified today of an upcoming train track closure on November 1 and November 2 near SFX. Please be aware and plan your routes accordingly!
- Nov. 1 - Labarre Road, 9 A.M.-3 P.M.
- Nov. 2 - Metairie Road, 9 A.M.-3 P.M.
FR. JOE'S MESSAGE
SFX School Family,
Good Tuesday to all.
Our picnic on Sunday was awesome. Please read my thank-you to all the major contributors in today's Update.
Congrats to our JV Football Team on yesterday's victory over St. Matthew and best wishes as the team plays Visitation in the Metro Playoffs today. And thanks to the Jagettes for their outstanding support and cheering.
That Man is You and Pivotal Players both run tomorrow. Walking with Purpose, the School Mission Fair and the KC Open House are Friday. Trunk or Treat is Saturday.
The Book of Life opens this weekend as we pray for all deceased at Masses in the Month of November. Check out the schedule of Masses for All Saints Day.
Parish Council nominations are due Tuesday, November 1. The Bourbon Raffle drawing is November 3.
Rehearsals begin soon for the Christmas Concert, which again will combine the talents of our Adult and School Choirs. Let our Music Director, Linden Uter, know if you would like to sing with the Adult Choir for Christmas. Her contact info is in the update.
The Update also includes the full slate of activities coming up in November at the church and school -- many wonderful opportunities for faith enrichment, service and fun.
Have a great week!
Blessings in Christ,
Father Joe
IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES
- October 26 - School Mass, 9 A.M.
- October 28 - Mission Fair (PK4-7th), 12:30-2:30 P.M.
- October 29 - Trunk or Treat, 6:30-9:30 P.M.
- November 1 - All Saints Day School Mass, 9:15 A.M.
- November 2-4 - Middle School Exams
- November 3 - 1:30 P.M. Dismissal & No After School Care; Men's Club Meeting & Bourbon Raffle Drawing, 6:30 P.M.
- November 4 - Men's Club Movie Night, 7:00 P.M.
- November 7 - No School for Students
- November 11 - School House Rock Live! Jr., 7:00 P.M.
- November 12 - School House Rock Live! Jr., 2:00 P.M. & 7:00 P.M.
NOTE: The most up-to-date information is on the school Google calendar.
RESPONSIBLE JAGUARS
Congratulations to our Responsible Jaguars who were tagged in the second tagging of the 1st Trimester!
BOOK FAIR
THANK YOU for your generous support during our Fall Book Fair!
This was our most successful Book Fair in school history!
We were able to purchase new books for the library and for each classroom, and we have an additional $6500 to spend on books for our newly renovated library!
If you made a purchase, you received a free tennis shoe pass for TOMORROW, Wednesday, October 26.
GET YOUR TICKETS BEFORE NOV. 3rd!
SFX PRESENTS
THE MISSION FAIR IS BACK!
NEWS AROUND SFX
Upcoming Events:
- Trunk or Treat - THIS Saturday, October 29th, 6:30-9:30 P.M.
- Check the flyer for details about the event. We can't wait to celebrate Spooky Season with y'all.
- We need volunteers to make the event fun and safe for our entire SFX family.! Sign up here.
- It isn't too late to sign up to be a Trunk or Treat VIP guest. Go to www.sfxspiritshop.com to purchase your ticket.
- Father-Son Pelicans Game - Sunday, December 11, 2:30 P.M.
- Order forms were sent home last week, or you can order online here.
- Everyone who purchases tickets will get a Pelicans Jersey or Jacket. Don't wait too long to purchase your tickets because the first 50 people to purchase will get a $5 food voucher!
- Next HSA Meeting - Tuesday, November 15, 6:30 P.M. in the Mansfield Auditorium.
- We will have lite bites, tuition raffle, Parent Power, free childcare, and door prizes!
Questions? Email Home & School at homeandschool.sfx@gmail.com.
- Upcoming events:
- Mostly Bourbon Raffle - Drawing 11/3/22
- Click here for more info.
- Movie Night - Friday, 11/4 @ 7:00 P.M. in the Lodrigues Yard
- Details coming soon!
Questions? Email the Men's Club at sfxmensclub@gmail.com.
OLD METAIRIE FEST
SFX IS OUT OF THIS WORLD!
Old Metairie Fest 2023
March 25, 2023
11:00 A.M. - 9:00 P.M.
Featuring KARMA
It's time to start looking for sponsors for Old Metairie Fest this year! Below is the sponsorship packet. If you or anyone you know is interested in being a sponsoring, please complete this packet.
All sponsorship information must be in by January 4, 2023 to ensure proper recognition.
GRANDPARENTS' CLUB
CALLING ALL GRANDPARENTS!
Our grandparents are integral parts of our lives, and we want them to be involved in our school. We are starting a Grandparents' Club! The funds we receive help enhance the school life of our grandchildren and help in planning and putting on activities for the school and our teachers. We are open to new ideas and activities as we want this club to be a success!
Meetings will be held either monthly or every other month. Even if you are unable to attend meetings, there are many ways we can use your help! Yearly Dues: $10 per person/ $15 per couple
Please send your membership form and check made payable to St. Francis Xavier School to the office with your grandchild.
OLD METAIRIE CHRISTMAS MARKET
Old Metairie Christmas Market
Saturday, December 3, 2022
9:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.
If you are interested in being a vendor, or know someone who would be, please see the link below.
Questions:
Brigette Starr, Christmas Market Chairperson
504.432.0601
WE ARE NOW ON AMAZON SMILE!
Who doesn't love and use Amazon? You can now earn money for the school each time you place an order! Follow the link below to choose St. Francis!
ARRIVAL & DISMISSAL REMINDERS
- Please be respectful of our neighbors, driveways, and thru traffic!
- Do not line up more than 10 minutes prior to dismissal time.
- There is no direct turn onto Avenue B from Metairie Road.
- Cars must only enter Betz via Avenue B.
- We also ask that you share them with anyone who may drop off or pick up for your family.
COVID-19 GUIDELINES & PROTOCOLS UPDATE
We received the following from Dr. RaeNell Houston and will be following this update:
In accordance with the most recent guidance published by the CDC, as of August 17, 2022, at minimum the following updated COVID protocols shall be observed in our schools and parish schools of religion. In addition, please keep in mind that we must follow any future mandates, especially those that are more restrictive, that may be set forth by state and/or local civil authorities. Each school and/or parish community may impose more restrictive policies based on the conditions present in their community.
GENERAL REMINDERS
- All volunteers must be up-to-date with Safe Environment training and background check. You can take the class or renew online at www.virtus.org.
- Early check-outs are not allowed past 2:30 PM on a regular day or 1:00 PM on an early dismissal day. Please only use early check-outs when absolutely necessary.
- If anyone in your immediate family tests positive for COVID-19, 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.