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“Best Job in the World”: Alumni Spotlight, Matt Wacenske ‘09

“Best Job in the World”: Alumni Spotlight, Matt Wacenske ‘09

As one of the inaugural kindergarten students at The Franciscan School, Matt Wacenske experienced many firsts in his elementary and middle school grades.

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From Yoga to Finance, Fitness and More: Middle School Electives

From Yoga to Finance, Fitness and More: Middle School Electives

One of the most unique and lesser known attributes of The Franciscan School (TFS) is the wide range of electives offered to middle school students.

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A Logical Path: Alumni Spotlight: Meg Daly (11’)

A Logical Path: Alumni Spotlight: Meg Daly (11’)

Some people just know what they want to do at a very young age. They may need some reassurance along the way, but their career choice is often something they are

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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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Student to Teacher: Alumni Spotlight: Melissa Walsh (09’)

Student to Teacher: Alumni Spotlight: Melissa Walsh (09’)

“The young people of this generation have such amazing potential, and the insight and gifts that they share with me every day are simply amazing.”

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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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A Solid Foundation: Alumni Spotlight: Dan McCrorie ('11)

A Solid Foundation: Alumni Spotlight: Dan McCrorie ('11)

The journey to becoming a lawyer can be long and strenuous, but for The Franciscan School alumni Dan McCrorie, it’s his roots at TFS that have prepared him for

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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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Engineered to Compete: Alumni Spotlight: Will Brown ‘11

Engineered to Compete: Alumni Spotlight: Will Brown ‘11

For those who have been around collegiate athletes, you may know the discipline, time management, and physical demands it takes to compete at that level. For TFS

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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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