St. Francis Xavier Catholic School System is a private Catholic school system offering preschool through 12th grade Catholic education to the Fox Valley and surrounding communities. My Aunt and Uncle were the Lullos, you might remember my cousin Dolores Lullo. FXW follows a rigorous curriculum that enables students to grow, clarify their values, and develop decision-making skills and a sense of responsibility for themselves and the world they will inherit. Thank you so much for sending me this link! Also my brother and sister, and all my cousins. My brother & I continued to go to Mother Cabrini & both graduated from there. I am sure he would love to hear from you all and share photos and memories. He thought he sang just like Frankie Valli; however, he didnt sound that good. Proudly created with Wix.com. Come to think of it, there were an awful lot of protesters protesting so many things back then. by!! I would hear the Betty Crocker commercials and sometime Id be able to enjoy some of Bozos Circus. Your article was the only one I could find. Linda, I was a classmate of yours, graduating from Saint Frances in 1953. My mother Josephine LiPuma was the organist until the Church closed. St. Francis Xavier School - Metairie, LA School Calendar Find us on Facebook Facebook We are on Amazon Smile! . A Catholic Chapel, part of Our Lady of Mercy, a Roman Catholic Church, in the Avondale. joe. Our block was very diverse with Italians, Germans, Irish, Mexican, Puerto Ricans, Poles, all living in different buildings but in peaceful harmony. Everyone I know from there would trade their suburban houses and return to our flats if we could live with all the wonderfully diverse neighbors we had around the Church, the heart of our neighborhood. I, too, always have fond & colorful memories of our old neighborhood, school, & church. We are both retired. View all St. Francis Xavier Elementary School photo albums . Hi Irma, my name is Tony Coleman. Hello! Bulley & Andrews served as construction manager for the new, 22,300 sq. Lancers Build. I remember fondly being taught the rudiments of volleyball-one of the first sports we girls were exposed to by Sr. Ethel Agnes and Sr Phillip. We lived with my grandfather (Harry Lindvall) at 2943 W Harrison, next to Zivs, Harrison and Sacramento. We are a part of the Catholic Diocese of Cleveland. St. Xavier's High School, Patna (often abbreviated as SXS Patna or SXHS), is a private Catholic primary and secondary school, located in the neighborhood of Gandhi Maidan in Patna, Bihar, India.Established in 1940, it is the oldest Jesuit school in the city of Patna and in the state of Bihar, established by missionaries from the American Chicago Province of the Society of Jesus. Frances Xavier Warde School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Frances Xavier Warde School's tuition is approximately $16,510 for private students. Father Coco coming to eat at our house, often. Beginning with the demolition of the school's existing gymnasium, the program provided an addition which includes a new gymnasium, two floors of classrooms, a cafeteria and common spaces. Do you know when Manley closed? I remember when he excitement seeing the students going to school. I passed by Manley H.S. There was no reply under your name, so I replied to myself in the hopes that youd read this. When I tell my children and rattle off their names, they look at me with crossed eyes and say Weve heard this story so many times dad!. My buddies and I had some great adventures around the construction site. We moved to Bellwood in the late summer of 1953, so he didnt graduate from St. Frances. Sister Lucy was my kindergarten teacher and I had Sister Speranza twice! Are you still in Chicago? I love hearing about different experiences at Cabrini. Tests that are either required or recommended for admission to the school. I remember my mother buying nylons to give my teacher (a nun) for a Christmas gift. We can't say enough great things about our beloved school. At one point the building almost tipped over as they adjusted the rollers. Compare St. Francis Xavier School to Other Schools School Details Grades PK, K-8 Students 283 Student-Teacher Ratio 15:1 National 17:1 Full-Time Teachers 17 Part-Time Teachers 3 Tuition I was stationed in Europe at the time. My email : suezpenzl@gmail.com. Charles who actually left to join the Air Force. I am not sure about this but I think I remember coal being delivered for the boiler. May you and yours have safe and enjoyable holidays. I think we went there at the same time. Practices were great fun as they got right in there with us spiking the balls as they tried to hold their veiis back. Was not any different at St. Philips. We are still in the area, my brother is on the west side and Im in the western burbs. It was nice hearing from you! Yes, we both remember Dennis Kendall. At lunch I would go back to the convent and eat the lunch my mother packed. Fridays - 7:30am - 1:30pm. Church is still there, the convent building, etc. One of the first African American kids was a very intelligent, witty jokester who made everyone laugh. i only attended for a few years in the 70s. Most of these Catholic schools and parishes are closed I attended mother cabrini school from third grade until graduation June 1952 .would love to hear from any of my school mates. We lived on Polk then we moved to 717 S Sacramento. I am on Facebook and if you friend request I will surely reply. If anyone from this class year stumble on this site please email me at lshamley61@ gmail.com. My grandma lived at 3047 W. Polk St. Welcome. The class following me had over 100, I believe. One of the coolest days of the year at FXW is always the Grade 5 Invention Convention! His home room teacher was Sr. Philip. Hello Debbie DiOrio Abruzzo. It has 437 students in grades PK, K-8 with a student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1. St. Francis Xavier Catholic School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Track and Field and Volleyball. May God continue to bless you and yours. Please Contact the school for more information. I was so honored. My teachers were: Sr. Angelica Marie, Sr Natalie, Miss Smith, Sr Theresa, Sr Gertrude Marie, Sr Constantine, Sr. Raphael, and Sr Speranza. Unfortunately I did not know Fr. Sorry, again, I did include Rizzo initially. I remember you and Father Lucky. We offer affordable tuition with a wide variety of scholarship opportunities for students and families. The owners name was Carlo, not Carlos. I hope all is well with you. The one memory I will never forget was that during lent if we went to services with our parents we did not have to do homework and also how we used to stare at the statue of Mother Cabrini laying in state in that glass casket and keep staring till we thought she moved! Was it a soap factory? Clergy Rev. Spelling) also remember a few people like Corinne Perino, Nancy Sineni, Julie. Hope some of you are still reading this site! When I attended, the street to the north of the church, Francisco, was blocked for recess. Chicago, IL 60654 Fr. I can still remember the awe I felt when the Nuns took us on a viewing. One by one they all slowly moved to other parishes and other states. Students appreciate learning about others cultures and religions and most importantly, they see the opportunity to serve others as a gift. My brother John Terrones was a year ahead of me, and Im sure he was in the same class as your sister Rosemarie. I know that he was also in that class. The CCYL basketball season concluded today with thrilling basketball games and great shows of support all weekend! (I forgot about the classrooms in the church basement, but remember it now that you mentioned it.) I actually saw the building I grew up in. 296. Linda I went to that school in the 50s I left in seventh grade in 1960 I lived on Arthington and Kedzie I remember the nuns sister Rosario Duca, sister Lucy sister Teresa sister Gertrude sister Evelyn sister Raffael, Brother Silvio sister Speranza and the pastor was I think father Florian. This is Frank Rose Marie Espositos newphew. My mother kept many of our class pictures. We also have a Facebook online. Im Angela Paletta. . My maiden name is laurenzano, we lived at 3032 W. Sacramento. Yes, that is very sad Cabrini had lost so many students and parishioners. Since graduating from SFDS in 2006, she has earned a B.A in secondary education from St. Xavier University, a Masters in Education Leadership from Aurora University, and is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Aurora University. We lived at 3045 W Polk and moved around 1959_1960. This is amazing to see your post. I would love to see it. Hi just came across this page .Love it. I went to Providence St. Mel High School 1971-1975. Silvio. I think I went to school with you too, Debbie DiOrio. St. Frances Xavier Cabrini School also began an innovative program called Friendly Town. Playing marbles in the dirt. My mom passed away in 1972 and her sister, my aunt actually threw out all of our class pictures. . I always wished I had the gift of singing. Sister Philip was my eighth grade teacher and Sister Speranza for seventh grade. Did he also hang out with a During the Pier Room riot, Leo stayed around to fight, but I ran out to try to get him help. Fr Lucian (if you remember him) stayed friends with our family until his death. it was very traumatic. Catholic school teacher fired from St. Francis Xavier in Wilmette over COVID-19 Advertisement Coronavirus A suburban Catholic school teacher was fired after refusing to return to class. You have a good memory. of friends and neighbors. For detailed information please visit our Admission page or you may contact. Classes I To X To Wear Summer Uniform From 27.02.2023, Classes I To XII School Uniform Counter. 772. My parents moved in 1960 and I graduated from grammar school also in 1963. Hopefully, she will reply to you also. Patty and I used to stay after school and help the nuns clean the room. Sadly in 1972 he was abducted and killed while on duty as a police officer..I will never forget him. Visible Anyone can find this group. I was in 4th grade when I went to have lunch in the new school basement. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Oh yes! I remember St. Francis Cabrini and the neighborhood. How much does Frances Xavier Warde School cost? Hi Leonora, I graduated from Cabrini in 1959. I have two sisters, Rosemarie and Emily who also attended. hi all this brings back so many memories . How wonderful to see your responses. 4th-8thgrade, continue on to graduation. I remember the graduation ceremony in the church as I received the medal of Excellence. I would stay after cleaning the library and convent. Are you related? I dont remember too much about my yr there but I vividly remember attending the wake at Granada Funeral home of a beautiful young girl (my age) that had died in the fire of Our Lady of Angels school. Anyone reading this message, please reply if you are interested. I will be 75 this month and all the memories I had from the old neighborhood are still there. Lucian Morselli, Fr. What a wonderful description of the school, church, and neighborhood. We loved Sarnos Bakery and went there all the time in fact there is a cookie we have never again seen in our lives usually sold at Christmas time it was a large dark cookie in the shape of a triangle and chocolate frosted. Sister Alfonso.I havent heard that name since we moved in April of 1961. When the COVID-19 pandemic created a massive shift in the way we all live our lives, FXW was at the forefront of transitioning each family to distance learning and they have been extremely willing to adapt and adjust based on the needs of the students and the parents. Joseph Ponce is in that same class picture that I have from the 1963 graduating class. Graduation Class 1964. The nuns even complained to our family. John was with me last night as I celebrated I think we moved into the new school in 51 or 52. We moved away in 1960 when I would be entering the 8th grade and my sister, Rosemarie the sixth. Holy Trinity High School (Catholic) Add to Compare (13) Grades: 9-12 | 348 students 520.8 miles 1443 W Division Street Chicago, IL 60642 I had posted some memories of my years at Mother Cabrini on this site in June of this year. Cutara who is still living. My brother Jerry also attended from 1958 to 1962. An apartment building? Dennis LaMontagna that name sounds familiar. K-12. School. Peace! She was very strict then also, but i learned a lot from her as I did all my other teachers(nuns) there from first through eighth grade. How sad that was. Back then, we received the sacrament of Confirmation in the 4th grade, I believe. I have many fond memories of my old neighborhood. I also attended my first funeral at St. Frances Xavier Cabrini Church. It may have changed but it did not end. I attended .St. I know its been awile since your letter about our school.I moved out of the neighborhood at age 11,moved to Lombard il.M address was 2853 w flournoy.I remember Bro Silvio and SR Teresine, she was the only teacher I ever had.We also had a girl whos parents owned Cladios Bakery. Lucky was Fr. I sure do remember you! I remember the parish carnival every summer and hanging out while the carny workers were setting up the rides and thinking that I would like to work for a carnival when I grew up. I believe that she lived in the 30 hundred block of Lexington or Flournoy. & Margie Torres. Leo and his friends called him Chin because he had a long chin. I attended kindergarten 5th grade (1963-1968). I to wonder what happen to this memorial. On the corner of Taylor & Sacramento (I think ) there was a Sinclair gas station that had the old We grew up in great times. For some reason I cant remember your fathers name. 120 S. Desplaines St. Not on facebook but will check back periodically. Maybe being old school, it was too bad Sister Speranza couldnt appreciate his charisma. My brother John graduated with you. Do you recall the type of building? I am thankful to the school administration and leadership for providing my children with a values-based, rigorous, Catholic education. It would be nice to have a St. Frances Cabrini student reunion and meet at a mass at a Catholic Church nearby like Holy Family or Holy Rosary. I think it was named Raymonds. I know the school and parish closed many years ago. Thanks for remembering me! I also remember Bro. Please contact the school for more details. I was about 10Years old. my grandpa was related to the falbo cheese people but i dont know any of them.robert belpedio is my cousin,he is a father of 4 beautiful daughters.like i mentioned previously most of the names you mentioned are my relatives and many of the others were/are paisans to the family.my mom always talks about your family and was very close to your uncles frank/anthony.sadly i was born after the neighborhood fell apart and everyone left but i heard many stories from my family and even today love when anyone talks of those days.my mom said to make sure to say hello to you! It is calculated using the reported number of students and full-time equivalent teachers. Manley was an elementary school in the sixties and was turned into a high school in the 70s. We lived on west Arthington. You can visit our nuns at their Mother House Sacred Heart Academy FaceBook page, Now, the nuns a known as The Apostles of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. My family owned Esposito Bakery. 2020 Saint Xavier University achieves an enrollment milestone in welcoming its largest freshman class in the institution's nearly 175-year history, despite challenges posed by COVID-19. I did return and got married there in 1970. Mrs scafuri would give me a slice if her delicious italian bread after school in kindergarten and first grade. i attended the school much later when there were regular teachers and the school became racially mixed. are amazing and truly connect with your kids to learn how they learn best. I remember Fr Coco and Fr Lucian and all the rest of those you mentioned. The priests and nuns at Cabrini were a real part of the community. I was scaredto death, fortunately, I only had to meet them once. When I started school there, since we didnt live close, I would ride there with my mom & be there for the 7:00 mass attended by the nuns. My husband attended the school there until 1961 until his family moved to Berwyn. So easy to love each other without fear or prejudices. People that viewed Frances Xavier Warde School also viewed these schools: The nearest high school to Frances Xavier Warde School is, The nearest elementary school and preschool is. I still have it. Does anyone know this story? Ohhh I loved it. Its great to hear stories about the school. 801-966-1571 Do you remember Dennis Kendall? AI (Artificial Intelligence), specifically ChatGPT, poses some serious challenges for teachers. We moved to the suburbs after my graduation, but, while I attended St. Mel High School, my Uncle, Pat Donnamaria, who worked as a baker at Sarnos got me an after school job at the bakery. Cost is for the most complete schedule offered and may have changed for the current school year. Sacramento was never blocked. I attended Saint Francis Xavier Cabrini school from approximately 1956-1961. I graduated in 64. Dont know if she was related to Jill. God bless you all. The boldest part of this mission would be that 30 I graduated in 53 with Gerldine Dote. Some friends were Jeannine Schiavo and Betty Giunta. 519.3. Hopefully this can happen after we are all safe. I went to school with Rosalie Guerrieri also. Hi, Donna! I think I can still remember the beautiful Italian names of at least 10 of my classmates-although there were 50 in a class and one nun! It was a beautiful experience, and after the program ended,my host family remained in touch and paidfor my next visit. Me and my cousin scaled buildings, jumped roofs, played tight rope on the railroad tracks, climbed fences and went into buildings that had a fire. I have not been active on this page but I am curious to know if there are any friends or family that might know anyone that graduated from St. Frances Cabrini in the class of 1964. i love to read all these stories as everyone left the neighborhood before i was born.i posted a link to some movie film at cabrini of my great grandparents 50th wedding anniversery.i hope you got to see it? I dont know if the school still stands. Chicago, IL 60612 (312) 491-1600. While at Saint Francis Cabrini I attained so many of my sacraments there, however I was baptized at Our Lady of Sorrows. I lived on Polk Street until 1959 then my family moved to the Southwest side of Chicago. I really enjoy reading these comments about Thats amazing! ft. addition to St. Francis Xavier School. During this time we alsobegan to get regular teachers. I moved away from that neighborhood to Forest Park and then out of Illinois for many years. My cousin was Patricia Paletta. I graduated from Cabrini in 1964. Hope to hear from you and others again! I graduated from Cabrini in 1959 and went on to Providence High School. Some of the names I remember are Dominic DiUlio, Richard Pope, Roberta Fasano, Francine Mannosure wish I could find pictures of my school years there. I remember Mother Cabrini in that glass case. such wonderful memories. We shopped at a little grocery store named Zenas that was in the middle of our block. My husband was a classmate of hers at Our Lady of Mt. HI, I just came across this site dont know anybody here but Rosie Harris Ross. Fr Edward Dufficey was the Pastor at that time. The Frances Xavier Warde School integrates modern technology resources in relevant and meaningful ways to help students expand and apply their knowledge. I have been diligently looking for old classmates. I loved Cabriniacross from Manley School. Then to the playground on the closed street! George, as I remember, you and I were the shortest kids in our class. SEARCH @ Saints Joseph and Francis Xavier Parish. She is the daughter of Joseph and Mary Guerrieri. We had such a wonderful turnout Hi Elizabeth, my name is Anthony Coleman. But by the next morning they cleared the Blvd and placed the building square on the foundation! We offer Preschool, PreKinder, Kindergarten, Elementary & Middle School grades. We are a community of faith. I went to school there from 1954-1960 (we moved when I was in 5th grade). The Cabrini neighborhood was the best, and I doubt those neighborhoods exist anymore. You were in my class. St. Francis School 1975-76. Hope you are well. My mother used to drive so she helped the wonderful nuns run errands. Now I am retired and living in Florida. 2023 Bulley & Andrews, LLC. We were very involved with the school and church and the wonderful nuns. What a nice surprise to hear from you. There were unfortunately only 13 in our class. I remember going to Sarnos bakery. an academically excellent education along with a foundation to Blessings to you as well. now. I will post more memories tomorrow. Bill & laVina. After mass I would go to the convent & have breakfast! 612 E. Washington St. Your memories match mine to the tea and the one that stood out a lot was being happy your children were not as foolish as you. I was in that class on the 7th grade side. Please, Selecting a category below will take you to another page. Stay warm! My cousin and I always stayed after school and helped the nuns and sometimes we were invited to the convent to visit with the nuns. This fall, we launch our multi-year, $100 million campaign to ensure that Saint Francis students and educators have the tools and resources they need to make a transformative impact. For Joe Falbogot anymore videos, films, photos of your family history that you can share with the Casa Italia Library Archives? I was mortified to give someone so holy such a lowly gift. . I graduated from St. Frances Cabrini in 1963. Mike Dote, Hi, my name is Tony Coleman and I graduated in the class of 64, unfortunately there were only 13 in my class. We were actually the first graduating class in 1959. Hard to believe it was so long ago. Eucharistic Adoration 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM . Also Father Dufficy, god rest his soul. Preschoolers and families are celebrating love and kindness this morning in a prayer service at Old St. Patricks Church. We moved to Burbank when I was 7 but remember all the fun we had in the old neighborhood. I went to school with Rosalie Guerrieri and remember her mom very well. Fri, Mar 3. Hi Rosalie, One incident Ill never forget I think it was Sacramento Street where part of the street was blocked with wood traffic horses so the kids could play outside for recess. I remember Sarnos bakery and I think Mama Celeste was in the neighborhood. Yes, she is my cousin. Sorry to read in your comment that Willie Dixon passed away. I had a good friend named Jill Triana (sp)? The area is so unrecognizable as many buildings are torn down. I have them from grades 3, 5, 6, 7, and 8. We used to shop at Sarnos. Love hearing all these old stories. I attended St. Philip HS. Liz Terrones, Hi Elizabeth, I was in that class because the sixth and seventh grades were in one classroom. This tour is designed for parents only. I cant believe all the names & places being recalled, such wonderful memories of such a wonderful neighborhood. joe. Cogo and Btr Silvio? joe. Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities, Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA), Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS), Lake Michigan Association of Independent Schools (LMAIS), British International School of Chicago, Lincoln Park, private school tuition across the country. He unfortunately passed away shortly after returning from Viet Nam. Elizabeth, I doubt Sacramento was ever blocked for recess, since it was and still is a major north-south street. Light the Way: Advancing Saint Francis High School, our new comprehensive fundraising campaign, continues this enduring cycle. Great memories of that neighborhood, the nuns and priests. My family were parishioners of St. Frances for many years during the 1930s, 40s and 50s. We have been an FXW family for 8 years now. Need sacramental records? I went on to Providence High School. Okay! Please find me on Facebook (Liz Terrones and pic of my brother and I). Unfortunately the class of 64 only had 13 Your mom is very fortunate to still be in contact with her classmates. if not scroll up to my comments for the youtube link.it shows my family walking from lexington st to the church and some good shots inside the church and also sacramento blvd. Peppo the bully on the block. My name is Nick Agliata. The project provides new and expanded spaces for parish and school learning and growth, and community-building activities. Our mother, Rose Palma, was very active in the church snd school. I would love to hear from her. (Im glad my children were never as foolish as I). The St. Frances Cabrini church is now a baptist church. I attended school there & Remember our pastor Fr. We are a community that is purposely diverse and intentionally inclusive. I love the City of Chicago despite any problems other big cities experience. Carmel in Melrose Park. Other memories that arent so vague, but still pretty clear are of the riots following Dr. Kings assasination. My grandparents lived at 3014 W. Lexington in the early 1900s. pop dispenser machines where you had to move the bottle thru the machine. Ironically a house recently sold for $700.000 at Francisco and Polk. Ive been reading these postings and remembering those old days. Robert Contreras I lived @ 2818 W Flournoy, my sister Alma & I attended Mother Cabrini in 1962 & 1963, I served Mass with Father Coco, my buddies were Merced Mercono, Pedro Ruiz, & Teddy Kovincski! I am Patricias cousin, Angela Paletta Cullen. We also have a daycare across the street for ages 18m-3yrs. Tuition is $6,360 for the highest grade offered. Lincoln-Way East's Kyle Olagbegi controls the ball against Bloom during a nonconference game in Chicago Heights on Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2023. St. Francis Xavier School is a parish primary school of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia comprising a Pre-K through 8th Grade program. I remember you on the 4th floor with the M.P. Francis Xavier Clooney SJ FBA (born 1950) is an American Jesuit priest and scholar in the teachings of Hinduism. andindividual growth of our students in a safe environment. If any of my other classmates are out there, please get in touch: I remember you and your mom very well. We were all so innocent and care free. He loved us singing Kumbaya at mass in the morning.. Some students were in awe of such a close-knit, ethnic neighborhood. Hope you are doing well. My best to you mom and dad and family. I remember a Barbara Ann Cincotta in Frist grade at Cabrini in 1952. I am on Facebook. I said I was and never mentioned it to anyone until now. He was a wonderful, loving priest and a real pastor to our neighborhood. Fr. More than 500 students, in Preschool Too bad as it was a wonderful neighborhood before the riots. We both retired. Hi Frank! It was a pleasant read and I remember many of the names. I drive down the Eisenhower past the old neighborhood wondering what its like. To reach a member of the Parish staff, please visit our Staff Directory page or call the Parish Office numbers below. Required fields are marked *. I wish I knew how to add a photo. Annette Season is the person you are referring to her sister was Donna. Are you the Sal Paletta that has Sr. Raffael for the 6th grade? Remember the aroma of hot dogs and greasy fries from across the school as well. Where are you? If the Cabrini students happened to step on his parkway grass, he would spray them with the water from his garden hose. That is awful that you got hit by a car. grace dote is my moms first cousin,she graduated in 1960 i believe,shortly before leaving lexington st for the northwest side of chicago. And each time everyone would say that they would gladly give up their new homes in the suburbs to return to their flats in the old neighborhood next to the church and school. Me and my cousins went there also. They say you cant go back, but it warms the heart to read all of these happy memories and get reacquainted with all of you again. FXW has great after school co-curriculars that add to the wonderful learning experience. I have decided to share some of my fondest memories of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini Grammar School and St. Frances Xavier Cabrini Church. You lived on California Ave., I think. We would love to have as many from Cabrini as possible with us. I remember having fond memories of Sister Louis, and Sister Phillips (she was my brothers 8th grade teacher). Served Mass with Father Coco in 61. This website brings back so many fond memories. 606 E. Washington St. Medina, Ohio 44256 (330) 725-4968. I graduated in 1971. 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