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Celebration of the Arts

Celebration of the Arts

The Arts at TFS has always been a treasured part of school life and academics. We offer music, drama, and visual arts while utilizing our media center. Starting in

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Faculty Spotlight: Dan Burns

Faculty Spotlight: Dan Burns

For over four decades, Mr. Burns has been shaping young minds and bodies through the joy of physical education. With 41 years of experience as a PE teacher, 33

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A Cherished Tradition: First Graders Craft Rosaries for First Communicants

A Cherished Tradition: First Graders Craft Rosaries for First Communicants

In second grade, students participate in a special sacrament, First Communion. Before this happens each May, our first graders gift their fellow second graders a

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Faculty/Staff Spotlight: Jillian Leonard

Faculty/Staff Spotlight: Jillian Leonard

Continuing our Faculty/Staff Spotlights series, we are excited to highlight Mrs. Jillian Leonard, a K -2 art and technology teacher. Jillian is in her fifth year at

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Inside the Classroom: Alan Johnston

Inside the Classroom: Alan Johnston

Alan Johnston joined TFS in the 2022-2023 school year and is currently in his third year as an 8th-grade science teacher. A tenured educator, Mr. Johnston brings

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Faculty/Staff Spotlight: Angela Harrington

Faculty/Staff Spotlight: Angela Harrington

New this year, we are starting a series of Faculty/Staff Spotlights featuring the incredible faculty and staff at The Franciscan School. Today, we are showcasing

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Catholic Schools Week 2025: Why Families Choose a Catholic Education

Catholic Schools Week 2025: Why Families Choose a Catholic Education

This year, The Franciscan School will once again celebrate Catholic Schools Week from January 26 to February 1, 2025. We are in the middle of a four-year theme

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Religion at TFS

Religion at TFS

“Catechesis aims to bring about in the believer an ever more mature faith in Jesus Christ, a deeper knowledge and love of his person and message, and a firm

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The Blessing of Instructional Teaching Assistants

The Blessing of Instructional Teaching Assistants

Here at The Franciscan School, we are driven to provide an excellent learning experience for all our students. In our elementary grades, Instructional Teaching

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It All Begins With Prayer

It All Begins With Prayer

Prayer is an essential pillar for spiritual growth in the Catholic faith. St. Francis of Assisi viewed prayer as a vital connection to God and a way to align one’s

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