SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT MEMO
Everything You Wanted To Know
Week of 01-27-25
A NOTE FROM THE PRINCIPAL:
Welcome to our annual Cardinal Week of Giving! Yesterday we kicked off our festivities with an all school assembly complete with a fashion show, friendly class competitions and a beautiful song by our Glee Club. Take a sneak peek below for some photos:
As mentioned earlier this year, our goal this week is to raise $120,000, or roughly $800 per family. We are asking each family to contribute generously to help us meet this goal. In addition to our fundraising efforts, our focus is on participation from all our families to their comfort level. We will be updating you on our participation as the week continues.
Today we are excited to announce that we have a donor that has offered to match all gifts of $1,000.00 or more during this week of giving (up to $60,000 match). To donate and/or purchase tickets to our radical 80’s “Big Hair Because We Care” party on Saturday night, click HERE.
CALENDAR REMINDERS:
Tuesday 1/28: PJs Day, 7:15am LeadHERship in library, 3:15-3:45pm Gr 5-8 Study Hall, 3:15-4:30pm Xanadu rehearsal in CFC
Wednesday 1/29: Students in uniforms, 7:30am Glee Club in parish music room, 9:30-11:30am Grandparents/Special Friends Day, 10:30am School Mass (4th Gr), 2:05pm Dismissal, Chess Wizards
Thursday 1/30: ‘80’s Flashback, FACTS Tuition Assistance Deadline, 7:30am Glee Club in library, 3:15-3:45pm Gr 5-8 Study Hall, 3:15-4:30pm Xanadu rehearsal in CFC
Friday 1/31: NO SCHOOL - Faith Formation Inservice for Teachers, Open Enrollment Period for New Students Ends
Saturday 2/1: 6:00pm Big Hair Because We Care Parent Party
Tuesday 2/4: 3:15-3:45pm Gr 5-8 Study Hall, 3:15-4:30pm Xanadu rehearsal in CFC
Wednesday 2/5: 7:10-8 HS Prep Class in library, 7:30am Glee Club in parish music room, 2:05pm Dismissal, Chess Wizards
Thursday 2/6: 7:30am Glee Club in library, Progress Reports distributed via email, 3:15-3:45pm Gr 5-8 Study Hall, 3:15-4:30pm Xanadu rehearsal in CFC
Friday 2/7: Girl Scouts’ Father-Daughter Dance in CFC
Saturday 2/8: 10:00am-3:00pm Parents’ Morning Off
PLAYGROUND DUTY:
Playground duty is from 11:25am - 1:00pm. If there is a conflict with your scheduled playground duty date, please notify Holly Hunt, our playground duty coordinator, as far in advance as possible so that she can reschedule your duty. Thank you for your help in the lunchroom and on the playground.
Tuesday 1/28: McCLENATHAN
Wednesday 1/29: JENSEN (JULIA & XANDER)
Thursday 1/30: NEED COVERAGE
Friday 1/31: NO SCHOOL
Monday 2/3: FELICE
Tuesday 2/4: BERNATZ
Wednesday 2/5: NEED COVERAGE
Thursday 2/6: BREWER
Friday 2/7: WALKER
VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT
Yesterday, our Cardinal Week of Giving Chair, Sara Richardson, put out an excellent introduction email to our “Big Hair Because We Care!” Cardinal Week of Giving line up. Here are some of the quick links for your reference:
Additionally, for your convenience, we have attached the complete email to this SAM as well.
BIG HAIR BECAUSE WE CARE
GRANDPARENTS’ AND SPECIAL FRIENDS’ DAY BOOK SALE
Be sure to stop by the library between 9:30-10:30am when you’re on campus for Grandparents & Special Friends Day. Additional information is on the attached flyer.
2025-26 TUITION ASSISTANCE TIMELINE
Families applying for FACTS Grant & Aid for the 2025/2026 school year must complete their assessment and submit the necessary supporting documentation to FACTS Grant & Aid Assessment @ https://online.factsmgt.com/aid. The following information is required in order for FACTS to process your application. Completed online application
The application fee is $40 and can be paid via credit card. Please note the deadline to submit your online application with FACTS is THIS THURSDAY, January 30th.
DARLENE SHERIDAN SJF SCHOLARSHIP
St. John Fisher is proud to announce that applications for a $1,000 scholarship in honor of Mrs. Darlene Sheridan are now being accepted. Mrs. Sheridan was an amazing educator for over 30 years at St. John Fisher.
To apply, please submit a one-page essay describing how this scholarship can benefit your child and family. In particular please include any specific financial needs, areas that SJF addresses that wouldn’t be possible without assistance, or what you feel to be important. All applications are reviewed solely by Mrs.Sheridan and not shared with other members of the SJF community or staff. The essay should also include the parent names, name of child(ren) at SJF, and any other family members. Please include a postal address, email address, and telephone number.
To submit, email the above to: [email protected]. Applications are due no later than Friday, Feb. 14.
The successful applicant will be notified from Mrs. Sheridan directly and a payment will be made directly to St. John Fisher in the awardee’s name. The mission of the scholarship is to support families in sending their children to SJF where they may grow in their Christian faith, academics, and overall social being.
ALTAR GUILD FUDGE & TRUFFLE SALE
This weekend kicks off the Altar Guild’s Fudge and Truffles Sale after the weekend Masses (Feb 1-2 and Feb 8-9). Be sure to buy early to get your favorites. Valentine’s Day is coming so don’t forget your sweetheart or your sweet tooth. The attached flyer has additional information.
IB WELLS BOYS’ YOUTH LACROSSE
Registration for IB Wells Boys Youth Lacrosse is open now and the season begins early March.
IBW Boys Youth Lacrosse
New Player Orientation Clinic
Rieke Elementary School Field
Sun, Feb 2nd, 2pm
New parents & boys, grades 1-6th, are all invited
All equipment provided, no reservation needed
Rain or shine
Register or learn more: