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Today we celebrate the gift of the Sacrament of Confirmation and the young people who said “yes” to a deeper relationship with Christ and His Church. Through the gifts of the Holy Spirit, our students have been strengthened in faith and called to live as disciples in the world. We are so proud of their commitment, preparation, and witness throughout this important milestone in their faith journey! Congratulations to all of our Confirmandi and their families on this special day. Please note that we missed a few students in this photo, but we celebrate each and every one of you and keep you in our prayers ♥️ “Be sealed with the Gift of the Holy Spirit.” 🙏❤️ #SacramentOfConfirmation #ibelieveincatholiced

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Week at a Glance 📅 It may be a short week, but it’s a busy one at St. Francis! As we head into the final stretch of the school year, our Grade 6 and Grade 9 students begin their Provincial Achievement Tests (PATs). We wish all of our students confidence and success as they showcase their learning. Here’s to a great week of learning, growth, and finishing strong! 💙📚

A huge congratulations to our Grade 7–9 Band students who performed last week at the Calgary Performing Arts Festival! 🎶 We are excited to share that their final adjudicated score was an incredible 92%! We grabbed a photo today with a few of our Grade 8 and 9 band members to celebrate this accomplishment. Their hard work, dedication, and musicality truly shone through, and we are so proud of all of our performers. Please join us in congratulating your child on this outstanding achievement! We look forward to seeing everyone at our final band concert on Wednesday, June 3 at 7:00 PM. 🎵

This student will always remember the incredible people she met and the friendships she built throughout her years at St. Francis of Assisi Academy. Her advice? Elementary students: have fun and enjoy the moment. Junior high students: pay attention in class, study hard, and don’t let little drama become big problems. Her favourite classes were Science and Language Arts because they gave her the chance to explore experiments, creativity, and storytelling. She’s especially proud of being part of the Grade 7 musical—an experience she’ll never forget. Along the way, she’s learned something incredibly important: always stay authentic and true to yourself. In ten years, she hopes to be pursuing her passions as a musician, wildlife biologist, author… or maybe even all three at once. Can you guess who this creative and adventurous graduate is? 🐾📖✨ #STFAGuesstheGrad

This student will always remember the friendships that made his time at St. Francis of Assisi Academy so meaningful. His advice to younger students? Always do your best—you’ll regret it if you don’t. His favourite classes were Science and Gym because they kept him learning, active, and engaged. He’s especially proud of the memories and experiences from Camp Caroline, where friendships and fun came together. Along the way, he’s learned to be confident in who he is and bring his own personality wherever he goes. In ten years, he hopes to either be playing in a huge soccer stadium or working as a dentist. Can you guess who this confident and ambitious graduate is? 🏟️🦷✨ #STFAGuesstheGrad

This student will always remember the teachers who made her time at St. Francis of Assisi Academy meaningful and memorable. Her advice to younger students? Do your work no matter what—it’s always worth the effort. Science was her favourite class because she loved learning about interesting and exciting topics. She’s especially proud of being part of the basketball team and the experiences that came with it. Along the way, she’s learned that while grades aren’t everything, experiences, growth, and enjoying the journey matter too. In ten years, she hopes to be traveling the world and backpacking through new adventures. Can you guess who this curious and adventurous graduate is? ✈️🎒✨ #STFAGuesstheGrad

St. Francis of Assisi invites staff and students to wear blue to recognize the importance of Catholic education! Join us TOMORROW wearing BLUE to show your support for publicly-funded Catholic Education both locally and provincially! Why Blue? Blue symbolizes constancy, fidelity, genuineness, and aspiration, with a special association with the Blessed Virgin Mary. As May is traditionally recognized as the month of Mary, it is fitting to adorn blue attire on World Catholic Education Day. This serves as a visible celebration of publicly funded Catholic schools in Alberta and across Canada, honouring their invaluable contribution to education and faith formation. #Ibelieveincatholiced #STFAFaith #blueforcatholiced

This student will never forget receiving his very first Pace e Bene Award—a moment that made his time at St. Francis of Assisi Academy especially meaningful. His advice to younger students? Enjoy the easy days while you can—things move fast! Gym was his favourite class because it kept the day active and fun. He’s proud of the many projects he completed over the years and discovered along the way that he’s actually pretty great at hands-on and creative work. In ten years, he sees himself living successfully in a Miami penthouse, enjoying the rewards of hard work and ambition. Can you guess who this confident and creative graduate is? 🌇✨💼#STFAGuesstheGrad

This student will never forget the gym at St. Francis of Assisi Academy—a place filled with fun, energy, and great memories over the years. His advice to younger students? Always do your best in class. Gym was also his favourite activity because it brought excitement and fun into every school day. He’s especially proud of his experiences at Camp Caroline, where friendships and unforgettable memories were made. Along the way, he’s learned an important lesson about staying true to himself: always be yourself. In ten years, he hopes to be living in Italy and playing soccer. Can you guess who this fun-loving and adventurous graduate is? ⚽✨ #STFAGuesstheGrad

This student will never forget the unforgettable moments at Camp Caroline—including the hilarious discoveries and stories that somehow only happen on school trips. Her advice to younger students? Elementary students: cherish the fun days because they go by fast. Junior high students: do your own work and learn from the process. Her favourite class was Mr. H’s because, in her words, “he is slightly funny.” One of her proudest accomplishments wasn’t about winning or being perfect—it was about showing up, pushing through self-doubt, and refusing to quit even when things felt hard. Through her time at St. Francis of Assisi Academy, she’s learned that she’s far stronger and more capable than she once believed. In ten years, she hopes to be continuing her education and working toward a master’s degree. Can you guess who this resilient and quietly determined graduate is? 🎓💪🌟#STFAGuesstheGrad

This student will never forget the hilarious moment of watching someone take a major tumble over a soccer net—a memory that still brings laughs years later. His advice to younger students? Study—it really does help. Gym was his favourite class because it brought movement and energy into the school day. He’s especially proud of being part of the basketball team throughout his years at St. Francis of Assisi Academy, showing commitment and school spirit along the way. One important thing he’s learned about himself? Trying new things can lead to great experiences. In ten years, he hopes to be racing through life as a motocross rider. Can you guess who this adventurous and team-oriented graduate is? 🏍️🔥🏆#STFAGuesstheGrad

This student will always remember the friendships she built throughout her years at St. Francis of Assisi Academy—especially the close friends who have been by her side since Grade 5. Her advice to younger students? Make meaningful memories and build strong habits that will carry you through all your school years. One of her favourite experiences was visiting Telus Spark, where learning and fun came together alongside friends. She’s proud of earning academic awards and Pace e Bene recognitions over the years, reflecting both her hard work and character. Along the way, she’s discovered that one of her greatest strengths is being a loyal and caring friend. In ten years, she hopes to be successful and thriving in whatever path she chooses. Can you guess who this kind-hearted and accomplished graduate is? ✨🎓💛 #STFAGuesstheGrad

This student will never forget the end of Grade 8—a time full of memories, milestones, and excitement for what comes next. His advice to younger students? Pay attention—it really helps in the long run. Gym was his favourite class because it made school active and fun. He’s proud of earning good marks and the effort he put into his learning along the way. Through his time at St. Francis of Assisi Academy, he discovered something important about himself: when he stays focused, he can accomplish anything he sets his mind to. In ten years, he hopes to be working as a mechanic, building a future doing hands-on work he enjoys. Can you guess who this focused and hardworking graduate is? 🚗💪🛠️#STFAGuesstheGrad

This student will never forget the carefree days of kindergarten—especially how hard learning to count once seemed! Her advice to younger students? Don’t take anything for granted. Time flies faster than you think, so don’t get too caught up in little things that won’t matter a week from now. Her favourite part of the day was break time, when she could connect with friends from other classes and keep up with everyone. She’s proud of how much she has grown since kindergarten and of earning Honour Roll along the way. Through her years at St. Francis of Assisi Academy, she’s learned that even when subjects like math or social studies are challenging, she can still push through and give her best effort—and that she definitely loves to talk! In ten years, she hopes to have traveled the world, become an oncologist helping others, and spend her downtime relaxing on a boat. Can you guess who this thoughtful, determined, and adventurous graduate is? 🚤🩺✨ #STFAGuesstheGrad

The countdown is on! 💃🕺 Our Jr. High Dance is happening this Thursday and we are looking forward to a fun evening together with friends, music, and plenty of school spirit. A concession will also be available throughout the dance with snacks for purchase. We can’t wait to see our students there! 🎶✨

This student will always remember the friendships she built during her time at St. Francis of Assisi Academy. Her advice to younger students? Put in the effort during junior high—it’s worth it. Her favourite part of school was being involved in sports, where teamwork, competition, and school spirit made every season memorable. She’s especially proud of being part of sports teams throughout all of junior high, showing commitment and school pride year after year. Along the way, she discovered just how much fun being part of a team can be. In ten years, she may not know exactly where life will take her yet—but there’s no doubt she’ll continue bringing energy, connection, and determination wherever she goes. Can you guess who this spirited athlete is? 🏆✨👏 #STFAGuesstheGrad

Our Grade 9 students had an incredible day exploring history, innovation, and hands-on learning at The Military Museum. From touring the Naval Museum and handling real artifacts from various wars, to diving into a War of 1812 board game simulation and learning about aerodynamics and aviation, the day brought history to life in meaningful and engaging ways. Experiences like these help deepen classroom learning while giving students the opportunity to connect with Canada’s military history through interactive exploration.

Week at a Glance — Catholic Education Week This week, we joyfully celebrate Catholic Education Week across Alberta Catholic schools. This year’s theme invites us to reflect on the gift and purpose of Catholic education — a place where faith, learning, hope, and community come together each day in meaningful ways. This week, may we take time to celebrate the incredible gift of Catholic education, the staff who answer this vocation so faithfully, the families who partner with us, and the students who bring such joy and life to our halls each day. We are truly blessed to walk this journey together.

As we look ahead to Catholic Education Week, we celebrate our students who received the sacrament of First Communion yesterday. After a year of preparation, prayer, and learning — beginning with First Reconciliation and leading to this beautiful moment — our students received Jesus in the Eucharist for the very first time. We are so proud of each of them and grateful to our families, staff, and parish community for walking alongside them in faith throughout this journey. May today be remembered as a joyful milestone in their relationship with Christ. ✝️🤍 It was such a busy and joy-filled celebration that we missed capturing several of our littles who also celebrated today in this photo, but we celebrate each and every one of them just the same.