Author: SFA Editor

Monday, June 22nd, 2026:

Tuesday, June 23rd, 2026:

• Wolf Awards 1:00 pm at The Church Hall

Wednesday, June 24th 2026:

• Last Day of Before & After School Club
• Students May Wear Red to Support Team Canada in the World Cup. GO CANADA GO!

Thursday, June 25th, 2026:

• Last Day of Classes
• School Mass 9:15 am (Grade 6)
• Learning Updates Go Home
• No After School Bus Today
• Noon Dismissal

Happy Father’s Day
A Happy Father’s Day to Father Lucca ,Thank you for being such a wonderful spiritual father to our community and for continually guiding us closer to Christ.” Happy Father’s Day to all the dads in our lives. Thank you for all your love and support. May God Bless you on Father’s Day and Always.

2026/2027 Transfer Students
We are accepting transfer students for the 2026/2027 Grade 1, 4, 6 and 7 classes (current K, 3, 5 and 6). Interested families can book a school tour through our website or can apply directly online. 

Message From the Minister of Education
Please see attached a message from the BC Minster of Education. Letter to parents.

Year At A Glance Calendar for 2026-2027 
Please see attached the year at a glance calendar for the 2026-2027 school year. YAG Calendar

SFA Preschool
Did you know SFA has a preschool? Located at the Church, SFA Preschool offers a caring, faith-based 4-hour morning program that gives children a wonderful foundation before kindergarten. Limited spaces are still available for 2026/2027. Email preschool@sfaschool.ca or apply online.

Outdoor Concert
Dear Grade 4, 5, 6 and 7 Parents,

Once again our former music teacher and accomplished solo artist, Tami Comuzzi, is hosting an outdoor concert at the St. Francis Church Garden on July 18 after the 5:00 pm Mass. This is a beautiful evening with fun music in an amazing setting. All proceeds will go to the parish.

Mrs. Comuzzi is looking for at least 10 choir students or more who can sing in tune and would like to join Mrs. Comuzzi in a song at this concert.  Mrs. Comuzzi has chosen the popular World Cup song:  “Wavin’ Flag” by the Canadian artist K’Naan.

Important dates to note:

1.  Tuesday, June 23, 2026 after school practice (from 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm) – practice at the school

2.  Monday, July 13, 2026 from 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm  – practice in the parish hall 

3.  Saturday, July 18, 2026 from 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm (sound check – in the parish garden) and 6:00 pm (showtime in the parish garden)

Please let me know if your child/children would be interested to commit to this special opportunity to sing with Mrs. Comuzzi by emailing me back at:  d.welsh@sfaschool.ca 

Deadline to respond:  Sunday, June 21, 2026

School Calendar: Please click on the link for the school calendar.  https://sfaschool.ca/calendar/

SFA Instagram Page! Follow us on our new Instagram page @sfavancouver to keep up to date on all the news.

UPCOMING DATES:

Jun 26th – School Office Open 9:00 am to 3:00 pm 

Jun 29th – School Office Open 9:00 am to 3:00 pm

Jun 30th – School Office Open 9:00 am to 3:00 pm 

Jul 1st – Canada Day – School Office Closed

Jul 2nd – School Office Open 9:00 am to 11:00 am 

Jun 3rd – School Office Open 9:00 am to 3:00 pm 

Jul 6th to Aug 21st – Summer Break – School Office Closed 

Aug 22nd to Sept 4th – School Office Open 9:00 am to 3:00 pm

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Office | St. Francis of Assisi School
870 Victoria Drive, Vancouver BC V5L 4E7

Tel: 604-253-7311
Website: sfaschool.ca
Twitter: @SFASchoolVan
Like us on Facebook: SFASchool

Sunday, June 14th, 2026: Italian Day on the Drive – come visit us at the SFA Booth (between Grant and Kitchener)!

Monday, June 15th, 2026:

• NO SCHOOL – PRO-D DAY

Tuesday, June 16th, 2026:

• Staff Appreciation Lunch

Wednesday, June 17th 2026:

• Last Hot Lunch

Thursday, June 18th, 2026:

• PEC Meeting 6:30 pm

Friday, June 19th, 2026:

• Donuts For Dads at 8:15 am to 8:40 am at the Front of The School
• Early Dismissal 2:00 pm
• Grade 7 Mass at 5:00 pm and Leaving Ceremony

Saturday, June 20th, 2026: Great Grandview Garage Sale

2026/2027 Transfer Students
We are accepting transfer students for the 2026/2027 Grade 1, 4, 6 and 7 classes (current K, 3, 5 and 6). Interested families can book a school tour through our website or can apply directly online. 

School Supplies Collection June 16th to 19th
Please send in your extra school supplies next week. We will be collecting school supplies, such as crayons, pencils, sharpeners, and scissors, that are still in good condition. The goal is to collect these extra supplies, clean and organize them into kits, and donate them to students who would benefit from them.
Catherine Bukowski is a former SFA student. Catherine started this last year and was very successful in helping many children. This is a great way for Children to help other Children.

Great Grandview Garage Sale
The Great Grandview Garage Sale is happening on Saturday, June 20 from 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM. We are currently looking for volunteers to help with setup of tables and tents, food and beverage service, and end-of-day cleanup and takedown.

Looking to clear out some items or showcase your small business? Tables are available to rent for $25 for anyone interested in selling their goods at the event.

To volunteer, please visit the church website to sign up or contact Pamela sfachurchevents@gmail.com with any questions.

SFA Preschool
Did you know SFA has a preschool? Located at the Church, SFA Preschool offers a caring, faith-based 4-hour morning program that gives children a wonderful foundation before kindergarten. Limited spaces are still available for 2026/2027. Email preschool@sfaschool.ca or apply online.

School Calendar: Please click on the link for the school calendar.  https://sfaschool.ca/calendar/

SFA Instagram Page! Follow us on our new Instagram page @sfavancouver to keep up to date on all the news.

UPCOMING DATES:

Jun 23rd – Wolf Awards 1:00 pm at the Church Hall

Jun 24th – Last Day of Before and After School Club

Jun 25th – School Mass 9:15 am (Grade 6), Last Day of Classes, Learning Updates Go Home, Noon Dismissal

Jun 26th, Jun 29th, Jun 30th, Jul 2nd & Jul 3rd  – School Office Open 9:00 am to 3:00 pm 

Jul 1st – Canada Day – School Office Closed 

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Office | St. Francis of Assisi School
870 Victoria Drive, Vancouver BC V5L 4E7

Tel: 604-253-7311
Website: sfaschool.ca
Twitter: @SFASchoolVan
Like us on Facebook: SFASchool

Monday, June 8th, 2026:

• Bollywood in PE Classes This Week

Tuesday, June 9th, 2026:

• New Kindergarten Orientation 1:00 pm

Wednesday, June 10th 2026:

• Playland (Grade 7)
• Hot Lunch
• Last Chess Club 3:00 pm

Thursday, June 11th, 2026:

• Last Grade 7 Pizza Lunch Fundraiser

Friday, June 12th, 2026:

• Bollywood Performances at the Church Hall (Details below)
• Students Wear RED to show support for Canada playing in the FIFA World Cup!
• Early Dismissal 2:00 pm

Saturday, June 13th, 2026: Work Bee 8:30 am

Bollywood
This week in our PE classes an instructor will come in to teach the students Bollywood Dancing. We hope this will provide some cultural and educational experiences for them as well as extra fun. On Friday, June 12, 2026 each grade will be performing their Bollywood Dances in the church hall. 

All children should dress in RED in honour of Canada playing in the FIFA World Cup on Friday, June 12th.

Bike to School Week
We’ve had a very successful Bike to School Week with many students biking, rolling and walking. We encourage all students to continue biking throughout the school year. Prizes were awarded today to the primary and intermediate students. 

Italian Day on the Drive
Join us on Sunday, June 14 as we celebrate Italian Day on the Drive! We are currently looking for volunteers to help with food service, payment taking, and barbecuing. Volunteer shifts will run between 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM, with two shift options available.

We are also looking for volunteers to assist with food prep on Saturday, June 13 from 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

If you are able to help, please visit the church website to sign up directly or contact Pamela sfachurchevents@gmail.com with any questions.

School Supplies Request from Notre Dame Student 
I am a former SFA student and current grade 11 student at Notre Dame Regional Secondary organizing a school supply donation initiative to support children who may not have access to the materials they need to learn and grow.

This project was inspired by my mother, who works in the inner city of the Surrey school district. She spoke about students who arrive at school without any supplies or do not have extra materials at home. Hearing this deeply moved me, and I felt compelled to take action.

Like many students, I received a school supply package each year and brought those items home at the end of the school year. Over time, this led to a buildup of school supplies, such as crayons, pencils, sharpeners, and scissors, that are still in good condition but no longer needed. The goal is to collect these extra supplies, clean and organize them into kits, and donate them to students who would benefit from them.

We will be collecting donations at the school office from June 8th to June 12th.

Thank you for helping me make a positive impact in our wider community.
Catherine Bukowski

2026/2027 Transfer Students
We are accepting transfer students for the 2026/2027 Grade 1, 4, 6 and 7 classes (current K, 3, 5 and 6). Interested families can book a school tour through our website or can apply directly online. 

Great Grandview Garage Sale
The Great Grandview Garage Sale is happening on Saturday, June 20 from 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM. We are currently looking for volunteers to help with setup of tables and tents, food and beverage service, and end-of-day cleanup and takedown.

Looking to clear out some items or showcase your small business? Tables are available to rent for $25 for anyone interested in selling their goods at the event.

To volunteer, please visit the church website to sign up or contact Pamela sfachurchevents@gmail.com with any questions.
2026 Grandview Garage Sale Volunteers

SFA Preschool
Did you know SFA has a preschool? Located at the Church, SFA Preschool offers a caring, faith-based 4-hour morning program that gives children a wonderful foundation before kindergarten. Limited spaces are still available for 2026/2027. Email preschool@sfaschool.ca or apply online.

School Calendar: Please click on the link for the school calendar.  https://sfaschool.ca/calendar/

SFA Instagram Page! Follow us on our new Instagram page @sfavancouver to keep up to date on all the news.

UPCOMING DATES:

Jun 15th – NO SCHOOL – PRO D-DAY

Jun 16th – Staff Appreciation Lunch 

Jun 17th – Last Hot Lunch

Jun 19th – Donuts for Dads 8:15 am, Grade 7 Mass at 5:00 pm and Leaving Ceremony

Jun 23rd – Wolf Awards 1:00 pm at Church Hall

Jun 24th – Last Day of Before and After School Club

Jun 25th – School Mass 9:15 am (Grade 6), Last Day of Classes, Learning Updates Go Home, Noon Dismissal

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Office | St. Francis of Assisi School
870 Victoria Drive, Vancouver BC V5L 4E7

Tel: 604-253-7311
Website: sfaschool.ca
Twitter: @SFASchoolVan
Like us on Facebook: SFASchool

Monday, June 1st, 2026:

• Panorama Photo at 9:00 am All Students Must Wear Their Winter Uniform, Including School Sweater, Pants or Kilt, Black Shoes and Navy Blue Socks, (No Grad Hoodies) Students in gym class Monday please bring your runners to change into. Students in track please bring your gym strip.
• Bike to School Week
• Track Practice 3:10 pm to 4:15 pm at Templeton Track. Please pick up your child from the school no later than 4:30 pm. Any students who have not been picked up by 4:30 pm will be sent to the After School Club and you will be charged for this service.

Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026:

• Long Distance Practice at 7:45 am at Templeton, Student Will Be Walked Back to School
• Bike to School Week

Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026:

• Bike to School Week
• CISVA Track Meet at Swangard
• Hot Lunch
• Chess Club Canceled Today

Thursday, June 4th, 2026:

• Bike to School Week
• Grade 7 Pizza Lunch Fundraiser
• Track Practice 3:10 pm to 4:15 pm at Templeton Track. Please pick up your child from the school no later than 4:30 pm. Any students who have not been picked up by 4:30 pm will be sent to the After School Club and you will be charged for this service.

Friday, June 5th, 2026:

• Bike to School Week (Prizes will be drawn on Friday)
• Rosary (Grade 4)
• Early Dismissal 2:00 pm
• Sacrament of Confirmation 4:00 pm, Reception to Follow in The Church Hall

SFA Carnival
Our School Carnival is this Sunday May 31st from 11:30 am to 3:30 pm.

Carnival tickets purchased online will be available for pick up at the gate, additional tickets will be available for purchase. A reminder that everyone over 5 will need a ticket, including volunteers.

Bike To School Week – June 1st to 5th
Get ready to ride next week!  SFA is excited to participate in Bike to School Week June 1st to 5th. Students who ride their bike to school or roll to school can lock them on the bike rack. 
We have a poster to keep track of our student participation. 
All students and families are encouraged to bike, walk and roll this year!
Prizes will be drawn on Friday for students that ride or roll to school.

Italian Day on the Drive
Join us on Sunday, June 14 as we celebrate Italian Day on the Drive! We are currently looking for volunteers to help with food service, payment taking, and barbecuing. Volunteer shifts will run between 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM, with two shift options available.

We are also looking for volunteers to assist with food prep on Saturday, June 13 from 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

If you are able to help, please visit the church website to sign up directly or contact Pamela sfachurchevents@gmail.com with any questions.

2026/2027 Transfer Students
We are accepting transfer students for the 2026/2027 Grade 1, 4, 6 and 7 classes (current K, 3, 5 and 6). Interested families can book a school tour through our website or can apply directly online. 

Great Grandview Garage Sale
The Great Grandview Garage Sale is happening on Saturday, June 20 from 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM. We are currently looking for volunteers to help with setup of tables and tents, food and beverage service, and end-of-day cleanup and takedown.

Looking to clear out some items or showcase your small business? Tables are available to rent for $25 for anyone interested in selling their goods at the event.

To volunteer, please visit the church website to sign up or contact Pamela sfachurchevents@gmail.com with any questions.
2026 Grandview Garage Sale Volunteers

Jeans Day
Thank you to everyone that wore jeans on May 21st. We raised $411.00 for BC Children’s Hospital. The kids thank you!

Summer Camp
Mrs. Busto and Mr. D will be running a summer camp. This camp is for current SFA students and incoming SFA students. Please forward any questions directly to Mrs. Busto (c.busto@sfaschool.ca) or please speak with Mr. D.

SFA Preschool
Did you know SFA has a preschool? Located at the Church, SFA Preschool offers a caring, faith-based 4-hour morning program that gives children a wonderful foundation before kindergarten. Limited spaces are still available for 2026/2027. Email preschool@sfaschool.ca or apply online.

School Calendar: Please click on the link for the school calendar.  https://sfaschool.ca/calendar/

SFA Instagram Page! Follow us on our new Instagram page @sfavancouver to keep up to date on all the news.

UPCOMING DATES:

Jun 9th – New Kindergarten Orientation at 1:00 pm 

Jun 11th – Grade 7 Pizza Lunch Fundraiser

Jun 13th – Work Bee 8:30 am

Jun 15th – NO SCHOOL – PRO D-DAY

Jun 16th – Staff Appreciation Lunch 

Jun 17th – Last Hot Lunch

Jun 19th – Donuts for Dads, Grade 7 Mass at 5:00 pm and Leaving Ceremony

Jun 23rd – Wolf Awards 1:00 pm at Church Hall

Jun 24th – Last Day of Before and After School Club

Jun 25th – School Mass 9:15 am (Grade 6), Last Day of Classes, Learning Updates Go Home, Noon Dismissal

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Office | St. Francis of Assisi School
870 Victoria Drive, Vancouver BC V5L 4E7

Tel: 604-253-7311
Website: sfaschool.ca
Twitter: @SFASchoolVan
Like us on Facebook: SFASchool

Monday, May 25th, 2026:

• Catholic Outreach Assembly at the Parish Hall 11:00 am
• Track Practice 3:10 pm to 4:15 pm at Templeton Track. Please pick up your child from the school no later than 4:30 pm. Any students who have not been picked up by 4:30 pm will be sent to the After School Club and you will be charged for this service.

Tuesday, May 26th, 2026:

• Long Distance Track Practice at 7:45 am at Templeton Track. Please drop your child off with the teacher. Students will be walked back to the school. 

Wednesday, May 27th, 2026:

• CISVA Track Meet at Swangard Stadium
• Hot Lunch
• Chess Club Canceled Today

Thursday, May 28th, 2026:

• Grade 7 Pizza Lunch Fundraiser
• NO TRACK PRACTICE TODAY

Friday, May 29th, 2026:

• Rosary (Kindergarten)
• Early Dismissal 2:00 pm

Sunday, May 31st, 2026: SFA Carnival at the Parish 

SFA Carnival
Admission includes:

• Admission to the Annual SFA Carnival
• All-day game-play
• Unlimited photos at the photo booth
• One free cakewalk entry
• Bouncy castle with slide
• Arts & crafts table
• Face painting

Tickets:

• $15 at the gate
• Free admission for children under 5

Italian Day on the Drive
Join us on Sunday, June 14 as we celebrate Italian Day on the Drive! We are currently looking for volunteers to help with food service, payment taking, and barbecuing. Volunteer shifts will run between 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM, with two shift options available.

We are also looking for volunteers to assist with food prep on Saturday, June 13 from 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

If you are able to help, please visit the church website to sign up directly or contact Pamela sfachurchevents@gmail.com with any questions.

Great Grandview Garage Sale
The Great Grandview Garage Sale is happening on Saturday, June 20 from 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM. We are currently looking for volunteers to help with setup of tables and tents, food and beverage service, and end-of-day cleanup and takedown.

Looking to clear out some items or showcase your small business? Tables are available to rent for $25 for anyone interested in selling their goods at the event.

To volunteer, please visit the church website to sign up or contact Pamela sfachurchevents@gmail.com with any questions.
2026 Grandview Garage Sale Volunteers

SFA Preschool
Did you know SFA has a preschool? Located at the Church, SFA Preschool offers a caring, faith-based 4-hour morning program that gives children a wonderful foundation before kindergarten. Limited spaces are still available for 2026/2027. Email preschool@sfaschool.ca or apply online.

School Calendar: Please click on the link for the school calendar.  https://sfaschool.ca/calendar/

SFA Instagram Page! Follow us on our new Instagram page @sfavancouver to keep up to date on all the news.

UPCOMING DATES:

Jun 1st – Panorama Photo (All students must wear their winter uniform with their school sweater), Bike to School Week

Jun 2nd – Grade 7 Confirmation Rehearsal at the Church 5:30 pm

Jun 3rd – CISVA Track Meet at Swangard

Jun 5th – Rosary (Grade 4), Confirmation Mass Grade 7’s at 4:00 pm

Jun 9th – New Kindergarten Orientation at 1:00 pm 

Jun 11th – Grade 7 Pizza Lunch Fundraiser

Jun 13th – Work Bee 8:30 am

Jun 15th – NO SCHOOL – PRO D-DAY

Jun 16th – Staff Appreciation Lunch 

Jun 17th – Last Hot Lunch

Jun 19th – Donuts for Dads, Grade 7 Mass at 5:00 pm and Leaving Ceremony

Jun 23rd – Wolf Awards 1:00 pm at Church Hall

Jun 24th – Last Day of Before and After School Club

Jun 25th – School Mass 9:15 am (Grade 6), Last Day of Classes, Learning Updates Go Home, Noon Dismissal

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Office | St. Francis of Assisi School
870 Victoria Drive, Vancouver BC V5L 4E7

Tel: 604-253-7311
Website: sfaschool.ca
Twitter: @SFASchoolVan
Like us on Facebook: SFASchool

Monday, May 18th, 2026:

• NO SCHOOL – VICTORIA DAY

Tuesday, May 19th, 2026:

• NO SCHOOL – PRO-D DAY

Wednesday, May 20th, 2026:

• High Jump Practice at 7:30 am at the Church Hall. Please drop your child off with Miss Pratley. Students will be walked back to the school.
• Principal For the Day
• Hot Lunch
• Throwing Practice at lunch
• Chess Club 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm (Students in Grade 4-7 who signed up)

Thursday, May 21st, 2026:

• Jeans Day for BC Children’s Hospital (Please bring in a $2.00 donation to wear jeans today)
• Track Practice 3:10 pm to 4:15 pm at Templeton Track. Please pick up your child from the school no later than 4:30 pm. Any students who have not been picked up by 4:30 pm will be sent to the After School Club and you will be charged for this service.

Friday, May 22nd, 2026:

• Grandparents Tea 10:30 am to Noon at the Church Hall
• Early Dismissal 2:00 pm

Gym Update

Sports Day

BC Children’s Hospital “Jeans Day”

Grandparents Tea

SFA Carnival
Admission includes:

• Admission to the Annual SFA Carnival
• All-day game-play
• Unlimited photos at the photo booth
• One free cakewalk entry
• Bouncy castle with slide
• Arts & crafts table
• Face painting

Tickets:

• $10 per person
• $15 at the gate
• Free admission for children under 5

Talent Show: Please click on the link to sign up for the Talent Show. The Talent show will run from 1:30 to 3:30:   Talent Show Sign Up Link

Purchase admission, food, and drink tickets here: Annual SFA Carnival – Saint Francis of Assisi School

Presale tickets are available now until May 22nd.

Volunteer: Please consider volunteering to help make this a fun event :
Click on this Link to Volunteer

SFA Preschool
Did you know SFA has a preschool? Located at the Church, SFA Preschool offers a caring, faith-based 4-hour morning program that gives children a wonderful foundation before kindergarten. Limited spaces are still available for 2026/2027. Email preschool@sfaschool.ca or apply online.

Bike & Walk to School Week 
June 1-5, 2026 will be Bike and Walk to School Week at SFA!  Prizes will be given for students who make the effort to consistently bike or walk to school. More details to come! Stay tuned!

School Calendar: Please click on the link for the school calendar.  https://sfaschool.ca/calendar/

SFA Instagram Page! Follow us on our new Instagram page @sfavancouver to keep up to date on all the news.

UPCOMING DATES:

May 27th – CISVA Track Meet at Swangard, Chess Club Canceled Today

May 28th – Grade 7 Pizza Lunch Fundraiser

May 29th – Rosary (Kindergarten)

May 31st – SFA Carnival at the Church Garden

Jun 1st – Panorama Photo (All students must wear their winter uniform with their school sweater)

Jun 2nd – Confirmation Rehearsal at 5:30 pm at the Church

Jun 3rd – CISVA Track Meet at Swangard, Chess Club Canceled Today

Jun 5th – Rosary (Grade 4), Sacrament of Confirmation Mass (Grade 7) at 4:00 pm

Jun 8th to 12th – Bollywood in Gym Classes

Jun 9th – New Kindergarten Orientation 1:00 pm 

Jun 11th – Grade 7 Pizza Lunch Fundraiser

Jun 13th – Work Bee 8:30 am

Jun 15th – NO SCHOOL – PRO D-DAY

Jun 16th – Staff Appreciation Lunch 

Jun 17th – Last Hot Lunch

Jun 19th – Donuts for Dads, Grade 7 Mass at 5:00 pm and Leaving Ceremony

Jun 23rd – Wolf Awards 1:00 pm at the Church Hall

Jun 24th – Last Day of Before and After School Club

Jun 25th – School Mass 9:15 am (Grade 6), Last Day of Classes, Learning Updates Go Home, Noon Dismissal

___________________________________

Office | St. Francis of Assisi School
870 Victoria Drive, Vancouver BC V5L 4E7

Tel: 604-253-7311
Website: sfaschool.ca
Twitter: @SFASchoolVan
Like us on Facebook: SFASchool

Happy Mother’s Day
Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible Mothers and Mother figures in our lives. Today we celebrate your love, strength, patience, and the countless ways you care for and guide us. Thank you for the sacrifices you make, the wisdom you share, and the warmth you bring into our lives each day.

Monday, May 11th, 2026:

• Track Practice 3:10 pm to 4:15 pm at Templeton Track. Please pick up your child from the school no later than 4:30 pm. Any students who have not been picked up by 4:30 pm will be sent to the After School Club and you will be charged for this service.

Tuesday, May 12th, 2026:

• Long Distance Track Practice at 7:45 am at Templeton Track. Please drop your child off with the teacher. Students will be walked back to the school. 

Wednesday, May 13th, 2026:

• High Jump Practice at 7:30 am at the Church Hall. Please drop your child off with Miss Pratley. Students will be walked back to the school.
• Teachers for the Day
• Hot Lunch
• Throwing Practice at lunch
• Chess Club 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm (Students in Grade 4-7 who signed up)

Thursday, May 14th, 2026:

• Grade 7 Pizza Lunch Fundraiser
• Track Practice 3:10 pm to 4:15 pm at Templeton Track. Please pick up your child from the school no later than 4:30 pm. Any students who have not been picked up by 4:30 pm will be sent to the After School Club and you will be charged for this service.
• PEC Meeting 6:30 pm

Friday, May 15th, 2026:

• Sports Day – Noon Dismissal, ASC Noon to 3:00 pm

Gym Update

Sports Day
Friday May 15th is Sports Day and Early Dismissal is at Noon. ASC is from Noon to 3:00 pm. Students are allowed to wear a shirt in their family team “colour” and are to wear their gym shorts or track pants. Please send your child with a hat and please make sure to wear sunscreen. Please have your child bring their water bottle. 

Colours to wear for Sports Day:

Cougars – Red

Jaguars – Orange

Pumas  – Yellow

Pandas – Green

Spiders – Black

Lions – Purple

Bulldogs – Pink

Scorpions – Blue

SFA Gala Winners – Teacher for a Day and Principal for a Day
On Wednesday, May 13, 2026 the following students will be “Teachers for the Day” in the respective classrooms:

Kindergarten:  Linden S.

Grade One: Juno L.

Grade Two: Ava T.

Grade Three:  Layla P.

Grade Four:  Sebastian C.D.

Grade Five:  Jamieson F.

Grade Six:  Nikolai C.D.

Grade Seven:  Lillienne D.

On Wednesday, May 20, 2026 the following students will be “Principals for the Day”:  Hazel and Cove N.

SFA Gala Winners – Magic School Bus Ride with Mr. D. and First Use of Gym!

Magic School Ride Winners: Freddy W. and Lilienne D.

First Use of Gym Winners: Linden & Hudson S. and Freddy W.

Grandparents Tea

SFA Carnival
COME CELEBRATE AND SUPPORT OUR ANNUAL SCHOOL CARNIVAL! 

Date: Sunday, May 31, 2026
Location: St. Francis of Assisi Parish Garden, 2025 Napier Street, Vancouver
 

Admission includes:

• Admission to the Annual SFA Carnival
• All-day game-play
• Unlimited photos at the photo booth
• One free cakewalk entry
• Bouncy castle with slide
• Arts & crafts table
• Face painting

Tickets:

• $10 per person
• $15 at the gate
• Free admission for children under 5

Talent Show: Please click on the link to sign up for the Talent Show. The Talent show will run from 1:30 to 3:30:   Talent Show Sign Up Link

Purchase admission, food, and drink tickets here: Annual SFA Carnival – Saint Francis of Assisi School

Presale tickets are available now until May 22nd.

Volunteer: Please consider volunteering to help make this a fun event :
Click on this Link to Volunteer

School Supplies Donation Appeal from SFA Alumni Catherine Bukowski
Dear Families of St. Francis of Assisi,

I am a grade 11 student at Notre Dame Regional Secondary organizing a school supply donation initiative to support children who may not have access to the materials they need to learn and grow.

Last year’s donation drive was a huge success. The children were incredibly delighted and excited to play with their new supplies.

This project was inspired by my mother, who works in the inner city of the Surrey school district. She spoke about students who arrive at school without any supplies or do not have extra materials at home. Hearing this deeply moved me, and I felt compelled to take action.

Like many students, I received a school supply package each year and brought those items home at the end of the school year. Over time, this led to a buildup of school supplies, such as crayons, pencils, sharpeners, and scissors, that are still in good condition but no longer needed.

My goal is to collect these extra supplies, clean and organize them into kits, and donate them to students who would benefit from them.

I would be incredibly grateful for your support. If your family has any extra school supplies (used or unused) that you’re willing to donate, I would love to include them in this initiative. Donations will be collected until the end of the school year.

Thank you for helping me make a positive impact in our wider community.

Catherine Bukowski

Neat Uniforms 
Back to school shopping for the 2026-27 school year. Please click on the links for uniform information.

• What to Expect Letter
• Bundle Promotion
• Uniform Guide
• Visual Uniform Guide

What to Expect
Uniform Guide
Bundle Poster
St. Francis of Assisi

SFA Preschool
Did you know SFA has a preschool? Located at the Church, SFA Preschool offers a caring, faith-based 4-hour morning program that gives children a wonderful foundation before kindergarten. Limited spaces are still available for 2026/2027. Email preschool@sfaschool.ca or apply online.

School Calendar: Please click on the link for the school calendar.  https://sfaschool.ca/calendar/

SFA Instagram Page! Follow us on our new Instagram page @sfavancouver to keep up to date on all the news.

UPCOMING DATES:

May 18th  – NO SCHOOL – VICTORIA DAY

May 19th  – NO SCHOOL – PRO-D DAY

May 20th – Principals for the Day, Chess Club 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm

May 21st – BC Children’s Hospital Jeans Day (Bring in a $2.00 donation to wear jeans today)

May 22nd – Grandparents Tea 10:30 am to Noon at the Church Hall

May 27th – CISVA Track Meet at Swangard, Chess Club canceled Today

May 28th – Grade 7 Pizza Lunch Fundraiser

May 29th – Rosary (Kindergarten)

May 31st – SFA Carnival at the Church Garden

Jun 1st – Panorama Photo (All students must wear their winter uniform with their school sweater)

Jun 3rd – CISVA Track Meet at Swangard, Chess Club Canceled Today

Jun 5th – Rosary (Grade 4), Confirmation Mass (Grade 7) at 4:00 pm

Jun 8th – 12th – Bollywood in PE Classes

Jun 9th – New Kindergarten Orientation 1:00 pm 

Jun 13th – Work Bee 8:30 am

Jun 15th – NO SCHOOL – PRO D-DAY

Jun 16th – Staff Appreciation Lunch 

Jun 18th – PEC Meeting 6:30 pm

Jun 19th – Donuts for Dads at 8:15 am, Grade 7 Mass at 5:00 pm and Leaving Ceremony at Church Hall

Jun 23rd – Wolf Awards 1:00 pm at Church Hall

Jun 24th – Last Day of Before and After School Club

Jun 25th – School Mass 9:15 am (Grade 6), Last Day of Classes, Learning Updates Go Home, Noon Dismissal

___________________________________

Office | St. Francis of Assisi School
870 Victoria Drive, Vancouver BC V5L 4E7

Tel: 604-253-7311
Website: sfaschool.ca
Twitter: @SFASchoolVan
Like us on Facebook: SFASchool

Monday, May 4th, 2026:

• St. Helen’s Track Meet at Swangard 
• NO TRACK PRACTICE TODAY

Tuesday, May 5th, 2026:

• NO LONG DISTANCE TRACK PRACTICE TODAY

Wednesday, May 6th, 2026:

• High Jump Practice at 7:30 am at the Church Hall. Please drop your child off with Miss Pratley. Students will be walked back to the school.
• Holy Childhood Mass with Catholic Outreach Reps 10:30 am
• Hot Lunch
• Throwing Practice at lunch
• Chess Club 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm (Students in Grade 4-7 who signed up)

Thursday, May 7th, 2026:

• Vancouver Aquarium Fieldtrip (Grade 3)
• Track Practice 3:10 pm to 4:15 pm at Templeton Track. Please pick up your child from the school no later than 4:30 pm. Any students who have not been picked up by 4:30 pm will be sent to the After School Club and you will be charged for this service.

Friday, May 8th, 2026:

• Victoria Day Fieldtrip (Grade 5)
• School Mass 9:15 am, Mother’s Day & May Crowning (Grade 1)

Saturday, May 9th, 2026: Work Bee 8:30 am

First Holy Communion
The Grade Two students will be receiving their First Holy Communion on Saturday, May 2nd at 11:00 am. May this sacred milestone deepen their love for Christ and fill their hearts with grace, joy, and a lasting sense of His presence. Please keep them in your prayers.

Gym Update

St. Helen’s Track Meet
Students that are attending the track meet on Monday May 4th and riding the bus are to meet at the school at 8:10 am. Students being driven to Swangard are to arrive no later than 8:30 am. Please remember to bring hats, sunscreen and lots of water.

Summer Uniform Reminders
The summer uniform may be worn from April 27th to June 25th. Students may wear the winter uniform all year round. Please refer to the parent handbook, page 16. All items marked with an asterisk must be purchased from the approved school uniform supplier.

Girls and Boys
White school gold shirt*
Burgundy school sweater* (vest)
All black shoes or all black runners

Girls
Navy blue skort*
Navy blue knee-high or ankle socks (white socks may only be worn with the gym strip)

Boys
Navy blue dress shorts*
Navy blue socks (white socks may only be worn with the gym strip)

SFA Carnival
This year’s SFA Carnival will be held on May 31st. Please consider volunteering to help make this a fun event :
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1X5TFvfjAkKga-suRIupMpg8Uefw4VDeX9_o6F5w5Dho/edit

We are also looking for cake and pastries donations for the annual Cake walk, please sign up on the volunteer sheet if you are interested.

This year’s Talent show will be from 1:30 to 3:30, sign up is now open : 
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeB-mf-Sf41AOx3gIFNGmf-do4d6hQU0-5iITs5RVxwKs7Hbg/viewform?usp=header

SFA Students and Human Growth and Development
At SFA our Primary grade teachers (Kindergarten, Grades 1, 2 and 3) will start teaching your children about abuse prevention and safety through the CISVA approved, “I’m a Gift from God” program beginning next week.  Students will learn that their bodies are gifts from God and how to ensure they are kept safe.  

In our Intermediate grades (Grades 4, 5, 6 and 7) teachers will begin teaching about puberty, developmental change, social media, peer pressure and chastity in early-mid May using CISVA approved resources.

If you have any questions about these programs please do not hesitate to reach out to your child’s classroom teacher.  Thank you.

Candy Jar Fundraiser
Thank you to everyone that participated in our fundraiser this week for Miguel, our foster child. The winners were Jaya (Gr.6), Lilah (Gr.6) and Bernard (K). We raised a total of $368.00.

SFA Preschool
Did you know SFA has a preschool? Located at the Church, SFA Preschool offers a caring, faith-based 4-hour morning program that gives children a wonderful foundation before kindergarten. Limited spaces are still available for 2026/2027. Email preschool@sfaschool.ca or apply online.

School Calendar: Please click on the link for the school calendar.  https://sfaschool.ca/calendar/

SFA Instagram Page! Follow us on our new Instagram page @sfavancouver to keep up to date on all the news.

UPCOMING DATES:

May 13th  – Chess Club 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm

May 14th  – Grade 7 Pizza Lunch Fundraiser

May 15th  – Sports Day, Noon Dismissal, ASC Noon to 3:00 pm

May 18th  – NO SCHOOL – VICTORIA DAY

May 20th  – Chess Club 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm

May 21st  – BC Children’s Hospital Jeans Day $2.00

May 22nd – Grandparents Tea 10:30 am to Noon at the Church Hall, Rosary (Kindergarten)

May 27th – CISVA Track Meet at Swangard

May 28th – Grade 7 Pizza Lunch Fundraiser

May 29th – Rosary (Kindergarten)

May 31st – SFA Carnival at the Church Garden

Jun 1st – Panorama Photo (All students must wear their winter uniform with their school sweater)

Jun 3rd – CISVA Track Meet at Swangard

Jun 5th – Rosary (Grade 4), Confirmation Mass (Grade 7) at 4:00 pm

Jun 9th – New Kindergarten Orientation 1:00 pm 

Jun 13th – Work Bee 8:30 am

Jun 15th – NO SCHOOL – PRO D-DAY

Jun 19th – Grade 7 Mass at 5:00 pm and Leaving Ceremony

Jun 25th – School Mass 9:15 am (Grade 6), Last Day of Classes, Learning Updates Go Home, Noon Dismissal

___________________________________

Office | St. Francis of Assisi School
870 Victoria Drive, Vancouver BC V5L 4E7

Tel: 604-253-7311
Website: sfaschool.ca
Twitter: @SFASchoolVan
Like us on Facebook: SFASchool

Monday, April 27th, 2026:

• Spring Uniform Starts
• Track Practice 3:10 pm to 4:15 pm at Templeton Track. Please pick up your child from the school no later than 4:30 pm. Any students who have not been picked up by 4:30 pm will be sent to the After School Club and you will be charged for this service.

Tuesday, April 28th 2026:

• Long Distance Track Practice at 7:45 am at Templeton Track. Please drop your child off with the teacher. Students will be walked back to the school. 

Wednesday, April 29th, 2026:

• High Jump Practice at 7:30 am at the Church Hall. Please drop your child off with Miss Pratley. Students will be walked back to the school.
• First Communion Retreat 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
• Hot Lunch
• Throwing Practice at lunch
• Chess Club 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm (Students in Grade 4-7 who signed up)

Thursday, April 30, 2026:

• Grade 7 Pizza Lunch Fundraiser
• Track Practice 3:10 pm to 4:15 pm at Templeton Track. Please pick up your child from the school no later than 4:30 pm. Any students who have not been picked up by 4:30 pm will be sent to the After School Club and you will be charged for this service.

Friday, May 1st, 2026:

• Rosary (Grade 3)
• Confirmation Interviews with Father Lucca (Grade 7)

Saturday, May 2nd, 2026: – First Holy Communion 11:00 am

Gym Update
The foundation of the gym has been laid and the large frames have arrived. Work will commence on Monday. A reminder that Venables Street will be closed Monday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Catholic Outreach – Fundraiser for Miguel
Miguel is a 9 year old boy living in Bolivia, and we send money every year to help him and his family.
The candy fundraiser will run from Monday April 27th to Friday May 1st. Students can bring in a minimum $1.00 donation, each guess will be $1.00, with a maximum of 5 guesses per jar. You can put in a guess for all 3 jars. On Friday, May 1st, Mr. Colford and Ms. Raymond will be announcing who had the closed guess for each jar. The winner will win all the candy inside. The 3 candy jars will be in the LRC room at lunch time.

SFA Carnival
This year’s SFA Carnival will be held on May 31st. Please consider volunteering to help make this a fun event :

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1X5TFvfjAkKga-suRIupMpg8Uefw4VDeX9_o6F5w5Dho/edit

This year’s Talent show will be from 1:30 to 3:30, sign up is now open : 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeB-mf-Sf41AOx3gIFNGmf-do4d6hQU0-5iITs5RVxwKs7Hbg/viewform?usp=header

SFA Preschool
Did you know SFA has a preschool? Located at the Church, SFA Preschool offers a caring, faith-based 4-hour morning program that gives children a wonderful foundation before kindergarten. Limited spaces are still available for 2026/2027. Email preschool@sfaschool.ca or apply online.

St. Francis of Assisi Parish Education Committee (PEC):
The SFA PEC is a group of 7 parishioners who assist the pastor and principal in ensuring that the school is following proper governance and policy.  If any parishioner is interested in being nominated to be on our PEC please contact the parish office:  parish@sfaparish.ca   Thank you.

Summer Camp
Mrs. Busto and Mr. D will be running a summer camp from July 6th to July 31st. This camp is for current SFA students and incoming SFA students. More details will follow. Please forward any questions directly to Mrs. Busto (c.busto@sfaschool.ca) or please speak with Mr. D.

School Calendar: Please click on the link for the school calendar.  https://sfaschool.ca/calendar/

SFA Instagram Page! Follow us on our new Instagram page @sfavancouver to keep up to date on all the news.

UPCOMING DATES:

May 4th  – St. Helen’s Track Meet at Swangard

May 7th – Vancouver Aquarium Fieldtrip (Grade 3)

May 8th  – Victoria Fieldtrip (Grade 5), School Mass (Mother’s Day & May Crowning) 9:15 am (Grade 1)

May 9th – Work Bee 8:30 am

May 15th  – Sports Day, Noon Dismissal, ASC Noon to 3:00 pm

May 18th  – NO SCHOOL – VICTORIA DAY

May 19th  – NO SCHOOL – PRO-D DAY

May 22nd – Grandparents Tea 10:30 am to Noon at the Church Hall, Rosary (Kindergarten)

May 27th – CISVA Track Meet at Swangard

May 29th – Rosary (Kindergarten)

May 31st – SFA Carnival at the Church Garden

Jun 1st – Panorama Photo (All students must wear their winter uniform with their school sweater)

Jun 3rd – CISVA Track Meet at Swangard

Jun 5th – Rosary (Grade 4), Confirmation Mass (Grade 7) at 4:00 pm

Jun 9th – New Kindergarten Orientation 1:00 pm 

Jun 13th – Work Bee 8:30 am

Jun 15th – NO SCHOOL – PRO D-DAY

Jun 19th – Grade 7 Mass at 5:00 pm and Leaving Ceremony

Jun 25th – School Mass 9:15 am (Grade 6), Last Day of Classes, Learning Updates Go Home, Noon Dismissal

___________________________________

Office | St. Francis of Assisi School
870 Victoria Drive, Vancouver BC V5L 4E7

Tel: 604-253-7311
Website: sfaschool.ca
Twitter: @SFASchoolVan
Like us on Facebook: SFASchool

Monday, April 20th, 2026:

• Track Practice 3:10 pm to 4:15 pm at Templeton Track. Please pick up your child from the school no later than 4:30 pm. Any students who have not been picked up by 4:30 pm will be sent to the After School Club and you will be charged for this service.

Tuesday, April 21st 2026:

• Long Distance Track Practice at 7:45 am at Templeton Track. Please drop your child off with the teacher. Students will be walked back to the school. 
• Kindergarten Immunizations

Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026:

• High Jump Practice at 7:30 am at the Church Hall. Please drop your child off with Miss Pratley. Students will be walked back to the school.
• Earth Day Assembly (Catholic Outreach)
• Hot Lunch
• Throwing Practice at lunch
• Chess Club 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm (Students in Grade 4-7 who signed up)
• Parent Night with Julia Eckert at 6:30 pm at the School

Thursday, April 23, 2026:

• Friars Track Meet at Swangard 
• NO TRACK PRACTICE TODAY

Friday, April 24th 2026:

• School Mass at 9:15 am (Kindergarten)
• Confirmation Interviews with Father Lucca (Grade 7)

Friars Track Meet
Students participating in the Friars Track Meet on Thursday, April 23rd and taking the school bus to Swangard, please arrive at the school no later than 8:25 am. For students being driven to Swangard please arrive at Swangard at 9:15 am. All students will need to be picked up from Swangard no later than 2:15 pm and the bus will not be returning students to the school. Please send your child with a healthy lunch, snacks and a water bottle and ensure your child is dressed and prepared for cold and wet weather.  

Parent Night with Julia Eckert April 22, 2026 6:30 pm
Julia Eckert is back!  She will lead Part 2 of her series on providing tools and strategies to help make and keep connections with their children. The topic for April 22 will focus on:  Different Brains, Different Needs: Helping Neurodivergent Children Thrive  All parents are welcome to attend. (Attendance at Session 1 is not required for attendance at Session 2). Please click HERE to register for the event. If you have any questions, please email Ms. Welsh at d.welsh@sfaschool.ca

Mass Collection April 24th
The Catholic Outreach Group will be collecting for our Foster Child Miguel at the school Mass on April 24th. This week we had two Salesin Sisters come to speak to the students about how we can support those in the world that are less fortunate than us. Please encourage your child to give a little or their allowance to help a child in need. Please send a $2.00 donation with your child on Friday, April 24th for our school Mass.

Consignment & SFA Merchandise Sale
There will be a consignment sale on April 24th at 1:45 pm to 2:30 pm at the front of the school. A Reminder to please label all items sent to school. There are always many lost items with no names on them.
Is your child going through a growth spurt and you need another kilt, pants or sweater?  Don’t forget we have gently used uniform items in great condition that are available for a discounted rate; please reach out to Kathryn at  SFAConsignment@gmail.com for further details. 

SFA Merchandise will also be available for purchase to complete your uniform outfit!
Our beanie, cap, and umbrella are designed for students, parents, and alumni who want to show their pride in style. Every purchase directly supports school programs, making it a meaningful way to give back.  

SFA Carnival
This year’s SFA Carnival will be held on May 31st. Please consider volunteering to help make this a fun event :

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1X5TFvfjAkKga-suRIupMpg8Uefw4VDeX9_o6F5w5Dho/edit

This year’s Talent show will be from 1:30 to 3:30, sign up is now open : 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeB-mf-Sf41AOx3gIFNGmf-do4d6hQU0-5iITs5RVxwKs7Hbg/viewform?usp=header

SFA Preschool
Did you know SFA has a preschool? Located at the Church, SFA Preschool offers a caring, faith-based 4-hour morning program that gives children a wonderful foundation before kindergarten. Limited spaces are still available for 2026/2027. Email preschool@sfaschool.ca or apply online.

Summer Camp
Mrs. Busto and Mr. D will be running a summer camp from July 6th to July 31st. This camp is for current SFA students and incoming SFA students. More details will follow. Please forward any questions directly to Mrs. Busto (c.busto@sfaschool.ca) or please speak with Mr. D.

School Calendar: Please click on the link for the school calendar.  https://sfaschool.ca/calendar/

SFA Instagram Page! Follow us on our new Instagram page @sfavancouver to keep up to date on all the news.

UPCOMING DATES:

Apr 27th  – Spring Uniform Starts

Apr 29th  – First Communion Retreat 9:00 am – Noon

Apr 30th  – Grade 7 Pizza Lunch Fundraiser

May 1st  – Rosary (Grade 3), Confirmation Interviews with Father Lucca (Grade 7)

May 2nd – First Holy Communion Mass at 11:00 am

May 4th  – St. Helen’s Track Meet at Swangard

May 7th – Vancouver Aquarium Fieldtrip (Grade 3)

May 8th  – Victoria Fieldtrip (Grade 5), School Mass (Mother’s Day & May Crowning) 9:15 am (Grade 1)

May 9th – Work Bee 8:30 am

May 15th  – Sports Day, Noon Dismissal, ASC Noon to 3:00 pm

May 18th  – NO SCHOOL – VICTORIA DAY

May 19th  – NO SCHOOL – PRO-D DAY

May 22nd – Grandparents Tea 10:30 am to Noon at the Church Hall, Rosary (Kindergarten)

May 27th – CISVA Track Meet at Swangard

May 29th – Rosary (Kindergarten)

May 31st – SFA Carnival at the Church Garden

Jun 1st – Panorama Photo (All students must be dressed in their winter uniform with their school sweater)

Jun 3rd – CISVA Track Meet at Swangard

Jun 5th – Rosary (Grade 4), Confirmation Mass (Grade 7) at 4:00 pm

Jun 9th – New Kindergarten Orientation 1:00 pm 

Jun 13th – Work Bee 8:30 am

Jun 15th – NO SCHOOL – PRO D-DAY

Jun 19th – Grade 7 Mass at 5:00 pm and Leaving Ceremony

Jun 25th – School Mass 9:15 am (Grade 6), Last Day of Classes, Learning Updates Go Home, Noon Dismissal

___________________________________

Office | St. Francis of Assisi School
870 Victoria Drive, Vancouver BC V5L 4E7

Tel: 604-253-7311
Website: sfaschool.ca
Twitter: @SFASchoolVan
Like us on Facebook: SFASchool