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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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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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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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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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Inside the Classroom: Connor Fodell '09

Inside the Classroom: Connor Fodell '09

“I want every student to think back on 5th grade with a smile.”

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Time-Honored Tradition: Prayer Buddies

Time-Honored Tradition: Prayer Buddies

When our little ones start their first year of kindergarten, it can feel like a big transition in a school with many grades and “big students.” Because of this, one

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Celebrating 25 Years

Celebrating 25 Years

25 years. A quarter of a century. An incredible milestone.

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