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				<title><![CDATA[Best When Played Together]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Best When Played Together
Casino Night is one of the most welcoming ways to experience the St. Francis de Sales community.

It’s a lively, social evening where families come together to connect, laugh, and enjoy time with one another—whether you’re new to the school or have been part of the community for years.

Guests enjoy live casino-style gaming and slots in a relaxed, wagerless environment, along with raffles, auction experiences, great food, and easy conversation.

It’s a night our community builds together—and it’s best when shared.

Get Your Tickets]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 13:34:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2026-2027 Registration is now open!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Registration for the 2026–2027 school year is now open at St. Francis de Sales School! We invite families to secure their child’s spot for Preschool through 8th grade and become part of our faith-filled, nurturing community. Visit the registration page on the website or contact the school office today to begin the registration process.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 07:51:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Join us for Guided Tours on Sunday, January 25th!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us for guided tours on Sunday, January 25, from 10:00 AM–2:00 PM and experience St. Francis de Sales School firsthand. Meet our dedicated staff, explore our classrooms, and learn more about our strong academics, clubs, and athletics. We’d love to show you what makes our school community so special—call today to schedule your tour!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 08:44:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Building a Safer Future Together]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Casino Night is more than an evening together. It’s one of the ways the St. Francis de Sales community comes together to support what tuition alone cannot and invest in the future of our school.

This year, a key focus of Casino Night is the paddle raise, which will support important school-wide safety and security enhancements. These efforts are designed to strengthen how our school prepares, communicates, and cares for its community, helping create an environment where students can focus on learning and families can feel confident in the care surrounding them.

Through the paddle raise, guests will have the opportunity to make a direct impact, including supporting safety enhancements at the classroom level or helping fund an entire classroom’s needs. It’s a meaningful way to turn one night of generosity into lasting support for every school day.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Giving Tuesday]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Tuesday, December 2nd is our Giving Tuesday Annual Appeal! As you consider your family's Giving Tuesday donations, please consider supporting our Giving Tuesday Appeal. Help us bridge the gap and build the future! Every dollar counts and no donation is too small.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 09:44:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Thank you for supporting SFS!]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 05 Sep 2025 10:26:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[3rd Grades First Week of School!]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 05 Sep 2025 10:24:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Gaga Ball Pit donated by Girl Scout Troop 1900]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Girl Scout Cadette Troop 1900 is proud to donate this Gaga Ball Pit to St. Francis de Sales School.  The troop would like to thank our generous donors, all who bought cookies, as those funds were used for materials for the build, all the parents, grandparents, and siblings who helped build it on a Sunday in early June, and Fr. Ryan for allowing us space on the property to build.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 22 Aug 2024 07:25:58 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Welcome to the 2024-2025 school year!]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 19 Aug 2024 13:02:09 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Alumni Spotlight!]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 19 Aug 2024 12:59:30 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Second Quarter Honor Roll]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to the middle school students who earned Honors or High Honors for their academics in the second quarter.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jan 2024 09:19:14 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Congratulations to the December Soaring Eagles!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[On January 17th, the December Soaring Eagles were recognized at mass. Congratulations to all!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jan 2024 09:11:36 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Alumni News!]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Dec 2023 10:12:50 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Schedule Your Tour Today!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Registration for the 2024-2025 School Year will open on Sunday, January 28th.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 05 Jan 2024 11:13:46 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[December Soaring Eagles]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to the December Soaring Eagles!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Dec 2023 10:10:49 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Christmas Band Concert]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Christmas Band Concert was on December 6th at St. Francis de Sales Church.  Led by Band Director Ryan Dailey, band students from St. Francis de Sales, Holy Family Catholic Academy, St. Anne’s, St. Thomas Villanova, and St. Theresa played a variety of Christmas music]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Dec 2023 10:08:09 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal For A Day!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Pre-Kindergartener, Isabella S., was the principal for the day on December 6th.  In celebration of St. Nicholas Day, Isabella assisted Mrs. Keller and Mrs. Jeske in passing out candy canes and chocolate coins to all the students.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Dec 2023 09:46:51 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal For A Day!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[6th grader Brady K. was the Principal for the Day on Friday, November 17th. Brady greeted the students as they arrived, helped the administration and NJHS members pass out coffee to the parents during morning drop-off and teachers during 1st period, made the morning announcements, distributed birthday gifts to students, and passed out popcorn to the classes that won a Movie Day for top participation in the Spirit Walk as they watched their movie. The students were grateful that Brady also made the day an out-of-uniform day.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Dec 2023 09:45:42 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal For A Day!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[6th grader Dino O. was the Principal for the Day on Wednesday, November 8th. Dino greeted the students as they arrived, made the morning announcements, passed out Soaring Eagles at mass, and passed out ice cream sandwiches as a treat at lunch. The students were grateful that Dino made Wednesday an out-of-uniform day as well.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Dec 2023 09:40:53 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Seventh Grade Service Project]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[As a service project, the 7th grade class, along with their homeroom teachers Mrs. Goduto and Mrs. Williams, donated and wrapped presents for two recipients through the Gift of Love program.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Dec 2023 09:38:07 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Operation Dignity]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The students at St. Francis de Sales collected sanitary items for the asylum seekers in Chicago in partnership with Our Lady of the Holy Family Parish.  Students gathered and loaded the collected items on a truck on Wednesday, November 8th.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 12 Nov 2023 10:29:28 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[October Soaring Eagles]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to the Soaring Eagles for the month of October!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 12 Nov 2023 09:39:42 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[September Soaring Eagles]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to all of our Soaring Eagles for the month of September!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 12 Nov 2023 09:36:50 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Giving Tuesday Annual Appeal]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[St. Francis de Sales Catholic School is committed to providing an environment that promotes academic excellence and a foundation of faith for all students, teachers, and parents. Upon graduation, students are prepared to approach any high school experience with confidence, resilience, a sense of responsibility, and an ethic of service.

The challenge of maintaining a first-rate educational experience is constant. Tuition does not cover the cost of educating your student. For each St. Francis de Sales student, there is a $2,800 gap between the tuition paid and the cost to educate each student. 
Checks can be sent to the school office and issued to St. Francis de Sales Catholic School.
We prayerfully request that you consider donating to the mission of St. Francis de Sales School.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 12 Nov 2023 10:48:18 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Congratulations Class of 2023!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[St. Francis de Sales' class of 2023 graduated on Saturday, June 3rd.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 07 Jun 2023 10:58:15 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Congratulations First Communicants!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to all of our students who made their First Communion during the month of May!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 07 Jun 2023 10:56:14 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[8th Graders' Trip to Washington DC]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The 8th grade class spent 4 days and 3 nights in Washington DC visiting and exploring Mount Vernon, monuments and memorials, Arlington National Cemetary, the Capitol Building, Ford's Theatre, the National Holocaust Museum, and the Smithsonian Museums.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 07 Jun 2023 11:04:24 -0500</pubDate>
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