General News
Statement by Dr.Facen Regarding our Food Pantry!
Five years ago, a doorbell changed everything. I was in my very first year as principal—in the middle of COVID, because of course that was a great time to step into leadership. A community member rang our school’s bell. She looked at…
Dr.Facen’s Weekly Parent Newsletter
Happy Monday, Pioneer families! I hope this note finds you well and that you enjoyed a restful weekend. We have a full and exciting week ahead, and I wanted to share some updates with you. Celebrating Our Community Last week, our school was…
Senior Spotlight: Michaela Cuellar
By LaMarc Hubbart ’26 Any plans after you graduation? My plans after graduation are definitely going to college and rooming with my friends. Favorite class? My favorite class I would say is probably English or Art. Favorite teacher? “It’s hard to choose…
A Statement on the Passing of Mr. Jim Kelly
The St. Francis community mourns the recent loss of Mr. Jim Kelly, a legend to all in the Pioneer family. For decades, Mr.Kelly served as the perfect symbol of St. Francis De Sales, embodying the grit, passion and loyalty of the neighborhood, and…
Congrats to our 2022-23 Student Council Officers!
Seniors President – Cayla Joe Vice President – Nia Smith Secretary – Daisy Ceja Treasurer – Jazlyn Soto Historian – Payton Zohfeld Juniors President – Alyssa Bautista Vice President- Pierra Skinner Secretary – Mahari Gilbert Treasurer – Caitlyn Tucker Historian – Jose…
Images and final: Lady Pioneers Volleyball vs Wolcott
Despite a tough start and some early nerves, the Lady Pioneers made the second set of their season debut very competitive, falling 9-25, 20-25. While a loss always hurts, the players displayed resolve in battling to the end, and look to build…
Work Study Set to Launch
By Payton Zohfeld ’23 There are many exciting things happening at St.Francis de Sales, including the launch of the long anticipated work study program. According to Principal Facen, the work study program was an idea meant to ensure a sustainable future for…
Optimism in the air at St. Francis de Sales
By Ahmir Hamlet ’23 The 2022-23 school year is beginning with an aura of renewed optimism. Principal Facen, who is in her third year at the helm of St.Francis, is focused on advancing a variety of goals and visions for the school…
Sales Talk 