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Inside the Classroom: Chris Elliott, PE

Inside the Classroom: Chris Elliott, PE

Before the doors first opened at The Franciscan School, there were feelings of excitement and anticipation of the unknown.

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Building Confidence One Class at a Time

Building Confidence One Class at a Time

At The Franciscan School, specials and electives are an integral part of the overall education and character-building experience of the school.

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The Creativity of Art

The Creativity of Art

In the fast-paced, technology-focused world around us, creativity and innovation have never been more important.

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Science with Life Skills at The Franciscan School

Science with Life Skills at The Franciscan School

As part of The Franciscan School academic landscape, the science curriculum has always played a foundational role in the lives of students inside and outside the

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Staying Afloat and Thriving After 21 Years: School Counselor Laureen Wacenske

Staying Afloat and Thriving After 21 Years: School Counselor Laureen Wacenske

“The best school in Raleigh.” These words were spoken to The Franciscan School Counselor Laureen Wacenske 22 years ago as she was deciding where to send her son to

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A Year To Celebrate

A Year To Celebrate

The academic and spiritual foundation built here at The Franciscan School (TFS) is constructed year by year with the help of parents, teachers, friends, and all the

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Persevering to the End: TFS Class of 2021

Persevering to the End: TFS Class of 2021

Five months into the COVID-19 pandemic, the class of 2021 at The Franciscan School started their final year, unsure of what the year would hold and waiting for life

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Not Your Mother’s Librarian

Not Your Mother’s Librarian

While media centers are typically known for holding masses of books, Kristina Kollauf, media specialist at The Franciscan School, aims to make TFS’ media center

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Student Council Shapes Future Leaders

Student Council Shapes Future Leaders

Each year, a couple of dozen middle school students at TFS put together thoughtful campaigns promising to make important contributions to the school community if

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For the Love of Music

For the Love of Music

As orchestra teacher Victoria Pedroza continues in her fifth year at The Franciscan School, her passion for music has only deepened. It’s easy to happen when you’re

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