By Santos Baez ’25

Cayla Joe

What has been your experience at Francis?

Well it has been pretty different with the Covid year and 2 different principals. I say at the beginning it was nice but definitely not where it’s at now. Things really changed for the better when Ms.Facen came.

Do you play any sports?

I do not. I used to Freshmen year, now i’m just in clubs, Anime, Gaming, and Student Council

What college are you going to?

I haven’t decided yet but i’m leaning towards Bradley University, Western Illinois University, or University of Illinois Springfield

Who is your favorite teacher?

I don’t really have one, I really like them all

Any words to your peers and underclassmen?

Just stay out of trouble and control yourself, but have fun because it really do go by fast.

Gregory Monroe

What has been your experience at Francis?

I say it’s been a very interesting experience; I’ve learned so much coming here and now I feel like I’m ready to start a new chapter in my life

Do you play any sports?

I play basketball, soccer, and football, basketball being my favorite sport. Our basketball team won Regionals and Sectionals and I was on the team. It was a great experience since I never got to play on such a great team like that. My teammates are my family forever.

Who is your favorite teacher?

I would have to go with Mr.Sanchez, he’s a person you can really relate to.

What are you going to miss most about Francis?

Im really going to miss Ms.Facen, she is the best principal i’ve ever had, I will also miss Ms,Muhammad because she was cool too.

Where are you going to college?

Loyola University Chicago.

Any words to your peers and underclassmen?

Stay focused, and be great.