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These
interesting facts about our curriculum and services:
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That we have a comprehensive academic program including Language Arts,
Mathematics, Social Studies, Science, Religion, Art, Music, Italian, Physical Education,
and Library/Resource.
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That we have 2 fully equipped Computer Labs.
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That we have a computer in every classroom with Internet connections.
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That we have a CPS (Classroom Performance System) on every floor, LCD
Projectors, Interactive White Boards, and a Multi-Media Library.
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That we have a new Science Lab.
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That we have a Medical Room with an R.N. on duty daily.
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That we have Title 1 Services:
a Social Worker
and for 2 days/week each: a Reading and a Math specialist.
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That we have a three-day Toddler Time for Two Program for 2 year olds accompanied
by an adult.
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That we have a five-day
Pre-School Program for 3 year olds; half or full days available.
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That we have two FREE Universal PreK (half-day) Programs each
with a Teacher and Teacher Assistant
and that
each section has the option to be extended to a blended SFA Program.
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That we have a full day
Kindergarten Program with a Teacher and Teacher Assistant.
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That our annual candy drive is the only mandated fund-raiser.
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That St. Francis of Assisi School is not subsidized by the parish or the
diocese.
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That opportunities for tuition assistance through various Diocesan
sponsored funds is available to families. Find out more -
www.Scholarshipfund.org,
www.PSAS.org,
www.columbuscitizensfd.org.
These
interesting facts about our faculty:
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That every faculty member is accredited, that many are state certified
and that many have advanced
degrees.
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That every faculty member has Religious Education certification; that
all faculty/staff members must attend and keep current with Virtus, a
child abuse program sponsored by the Diocese.
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That the majority of the faculty/staff have CPR training.
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That we have a defibrillator.
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That every teacher moderates an after school-club.
These
interesting facts about our students:
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That 100% of our 2007 graduating class were accepted into a high school
of their choice.
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That 30% of our 2007 graduating class received scholarships to high
school.
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That 40% of our 2007 graduating class were accepted into prestigious
Catholic/public high schools.
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That 92.6% of our 8th graders passed the New York State
Mathematics test.
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That 83.4% of our 4th graders passed the New York State
Mathematics test.
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That 81.5% of our 8th graders passed the New York State English
Language Arts test.
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That 83.3%
of our 4th graders passed the New York State English Language
Arts test.
These
interesting facts about our extra-curricular activities:
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That we have an early morning “Drop Off” program beginning at 7:30 a.m.
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That we have an Extended School Day Program Monday to Friday
until 6 p.m.
Students can participate on a daily,
weekly, or monthly basis.
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That our students participate in:
Class/School Masses
Parish Celebrations
Oratorical Contests
Poetry Contests
Spelling Bees
Math Bees
Christmas Show
Spirit Day
Mardi Gras
Class Trips
Book Fairs
Science Night
Movie Night
Girl
Scouts
CYO Sports
THAT
WE HAVE A WEB SITE
WWW.SFASCHOOL.ORG
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