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Learn. Believe. Soar.
Rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, in the Roman Catholic
Faith and Salesian Spirituality, St. Francis de Sales Parish School has
provided an outstanding, Christ-centered education for families in
the Portage Lakes area for over half a century. St. Francis de Sales
Parish School staff recognizes that each child is created in the image
of God. Through innovative and individualized instruction, we
Saint Francis de Sales was
born in 1567 and is the
patron saint of writers. He
earned a doctorate in both
canon and civil law from
the University of Padua. He
was a priest and Bishop
of Geneva. His book,
Introduction to a Devout Life (1609), addresses
how ordinary life can
become extraordinary with
God. Pope Alexander VII
canonized him.
Welcome
to St. Francis de Sales School
To form, within the lives of the
children we serve, an authentic
love of living a Christian life. We
are a Roman Catholic community
founded in prayer and action,
serving the mission of Jesus.the
Mis
sio
n
seek to train the intellect while
integrating Christian values to
equip our students with a faith-
filled vision of life. This unique
approach to education sets St.
Francis de Sales Parish School
apart from other schools.
Our approach fosters an
environment of care and respect
for all, assists our students to
build positive relationships,
instills a life-long love of
learning, and encourages each
student to use their God-given
talents to live a life of faith
and make the world a better
place. St. Francis de Sales
Parish School is truly a safe and
nurturing place where students
can Learn, Believe, and Soar.
Learn.
BeLIeVe.
SOar.
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Be who you are and be that well.—St. Francis de Sales
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We are . . .v A pre-school through grade 8 Roman Catholic Parish School
v Accredited by the Ohio Catholic School Accreditation Association
v Fully licensed by the Ohio Department of Education
v Here to serve families with students from St. Francis de Sales, Nativity of the Lord Jesus, Queen of Heaven Parishes, as well as students from the local area
v Always striving to ensure that parents are partners with us in education
v Able to provide transportation for our students from Coventry Township, Green, Manchester, Barberton, Springfield and Akron public school communities
v Preparing our students to fully and actively participate in the faith-life of the Church
v Committed to help our students be technologically, academically and morally prepared for high school and life
v A Christian faith-community that seeks to develop an awareness of God’s presence in each child so they may embrace the dignity of all
v Using innovative strategies to communicate effectively with our families
v Creating positive climate with school uniform
v Providing a balanced hot lunch program for our students
Salesian Spiritual Goals1. Foster a personal friendship with God that leads to a faith-filled vision of life.
2. Integrate a strong academic course of study with the Catholic faith.
3. Build faith communities, which calls all of its members to understand diversity, and respect the dignity of each person.
4. Embrace and model Gospel values of peace, justice and charity to be catalysts of positive change.
5. Encourage an awareness of care for the gifts of God’s creating hand.
6. Promote the development of the mind to empower all to make life-giving choices.| 3 |
We learn.You learn to speak by speaking,
to study by studying, to run by
running, to work by working, in
just the same way you learn to
love by loving.—St. Francis de Sales
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|| St. Francis de Sales Parish School knows
the value of an excellent education is more
important than ever. We offer a strong academic
course of study permeated with the teachings
of the Catholic faith that develops students’
analytical and creative thinking skills, cultivates
students’ ability to communicate effectively,
and prepares students to function in a highly
technical world with a deeply human touch.
Our engaging and knowledgeable faculty use
innovative strategies to individualize instruction
to meet each child at their current academic
level and challenge them to achieve their
best. Our entire community recognizes
that diversity is a gift and each person
is treated as a child of God. Whether
our students are collaborating in the
classroom, participating in a faith or
service opportunity, engaged with up-to-
date technology, or admiring God’s beauty
in our outdoor learning lab, they are actively
engaged in developing all the skills needed to be
who God intended and be that well.
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Areas of Studyv Religionv Sciencev Mathematicsv English/Language Artsv Readingv History/Social Studiesv Phonicsv Healthv Spanishv Information Technologyv Physical Educationv Artv Musicv Library/Media Research
Falcon Factsv Small class sizes
v IOWA test scores in the top Quartile in the nation
v SMART board technology in all classrooms
v iMac technology learning lab
v Tablet technology (iPad, Chrome Books) available to all students
v Newly renovated Library/Media Center
v Individualized instruction and programming for students with special needs
v Weekly enrichment instruction delivered for students identified as gifted in the areas of mathematics and reading
v Students well prepared for public and private high schools
v Graduates receive academic scholarships to local Catholic high schools each year
v Graduates accepted at private and public colleges, universities, and academies across the nation and become leaders in their field
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We believe.
Falcon Faithv Our parish priests visit our
classrooms weekly to participate in the religious instruction of our students
v Our students performed over 2000 service hours in the past three years
v Our students in grades 2 through 8 spend, on average, 18 hours in adoration of the Blessed Sacrament during a school year
v Weekly all-school Mass
v Our students are immersed in daily prayer, daily religious instruction, Sacrament preparation, and frequent reception of the Sacraments
v We have the St. George Chapel in our building for group and individual prayer
v 26 of our graduates have chosen the vocations of priesthood and religious life
v Currently have six men in formation in seminary and two women who have recently entered the monastery
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To carry
God on the tongue
with beautiful words, to
carry God in the heart with
beautiful affection is not
everything. We must carry
Him in our arms with good
works.
—St. Francis de Sales
St. Francis de Sales Parish School is deeply committed
to help each child foster a personal friendship with God.
We strive to give each student a strong knowledge of our
Catholic faith to empower them to lead a faith-filled vision
of life and service.
Through daily prayer, weekly school-wide Mass, daily
religious instruction, sacramental preparation, opportunities
for frequent reception of the Sacraments, and Christian
service projects, we strive to make the word of God come
alive for our students. We desire to learn and exemplify the
spirituality of our Patron, St. Francis de Sales.
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We soar.St. Francis de Sales Parish School creates and sustains an
environment that encourages students to develop an interior moral
compass. Curricular and co-curricular programs offer a variety of
opportunities for students to exercise Christian leadership and
nurture human and spiritual growth. These ideals and leadership
stay with our students long after they have walked our hallways.
Our CYO athletics are known for their well-coached teams
and competitive sportsmanship that maximizes student fun,
fundamentals, personal achievement, and spirituality.
These co-curriculars, allow our students to realize the world
beyond themselves and transform their everyday learning into acts
of heart, mind, and world changing action.
Co-curricular programs & activities
v Student Councilv Drama Clubv Band v Choirv CYO Athleticsv Yearbook Clubv Spirit Clubv Christian Coffee Housev Boys Scoutsv Mass buddy programv Altar Serversv Safety Cityv Educational Field Tripsv Math Counts
Falcon Fellowshipv We offer CYO sports such as basketball, volleyball, and track, and
also participate jointly with other parishes to field teams in other sports
v We have developed a new Alma Mater and have Francis the Falcon as our school Mascot
v Many of our students go on to compete at varsity levels and are leaders on their teams at both local public and private high schools
v Our drama club has consistently put on outstanding student productions
v Many of our students earn lead roles in their high school productions at both local public and private high schools
v Our student organizations allow student leadership and collaboration and prepare students for high school leadership positions in similar clubs and groups
There is nothing
small in the
service of God.
—St. Francis de Sales
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Friendship begun
in this world
will be taken up
again, never to be
broken off.
—St. Francis de Sales
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St. Francis de Sales Parish School adheres to the admission
policy and curriculum of the Diocese of Cleveland. Admission
inquiries are handled personally by the school Principal and
Pastor. Enrollment and registration are held in March of each year.
Kindergarten testing is held in April. Special arrangements for
midyear transfer students can also be arranged. Families of students
with special needs should contact our principal to see how we can
serve you.
We welcome the opportunity to have you visit our parish school
and talk to our faculty and staff. We offer multiple opportunities to
experience and tour Saint Francis de Sales Parish School including:
v Personal visits
v Student shadowing
v Annual open house and preview breakfast held during
Catholic Schools Week in January
admissions
TuitionSt. Francis de Sales Parish
School offers one of the lowest
Catholic school tuition rates in
Summit County. In addition
to a convenient payment
plan and tuition assistance,
we extend affordable parish,
cluster, and multiple child
family rates. Tuition for each
academic year is established
prior to spring graduation for
the upcoming fall enrollment
and new academic year.
Financial aidPSAS (Private School Aid Service) forms are available to families
each January and due in March for 1st round awards and June for
2nd round awards. Completion of this form enables eligible families
to be considered for Diocesan Tuition Assistance (DTA). St. Francis
de Sales Parish and Pastor are committed to financially assist any
family who desires a Catholic Education but cannot afford it. No
child will be denied a Catholic education. We will make it work for
your family.
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Learn. Believe. Soar.
© 2015 Saint Francis de Sales School and School Advisory Board
The Falcon and Saint Francis de Sales School logo are trademarks of Saint Francis de Sales School and Parish. Use requires express permission.
To learn more about Saint Francis de Sales School or to arrange a personal visit, please call 330.644.0638 or the Rectory Office at 330.644.2225
School Office Hours:Weekdays 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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“I enjoy waking up each morning knowing that it will be a another great day of learning and interacting with my friends at St. Francis de Sales.”
—Joshua Stecz, 8th grader
“The teachers here push us to strive for us to become our best selves, follow our dreams, and grow in our faith.”
—Abigail Griffith, 8th grader
“I feel that the eduction I have received here at St. Francis de Sales School has prepared me well. I am confident that I will be able to follow any vocation that God wants me to.”
—Nick Mayer, 8th grader
“Our catholic education has served us well, so we knew we wanted the same for our kids. The next step was to find the right school. Saint Francis de Sales School’s focus on academics and service combined with an excellent and dedicated staff made it obvious it is the right school for our children. The fact that it embodies our catholic values was icing on the cake.”
—Andrew & Natalie Hammer
“St. Francis de Sales Parish School has been the best decision for our family. Our children are provided the support, education, and values needed to help them reach their full potential as students and as individuals. The lessons they learn, both in the classroom and through experiences, are setting the stage for their continued success.”
—Dan & Wendy Reynolds