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Uniform guidelines for students at St. Francis Elementary School. Uniform Guidelines All students enrolled in St. Francis of Assisi Elementary School must wear the entire uniform as described below unless there is an emergency or they have a free dress day. If your child must be out of uniform, please send a note explaining the situation. All uniforms including PE are to be purchased through the Lands End website. Twill pants or shorts and white or gray uniform shirts may also be purchased elsewhere. The school cannot anticipate every fashion trend that may develop and therefore reserves the right to make judgements regarding the application of these general guidelines to specific items at any time. The St. Francis of Assisi Elementary School dress code is meant to reflect the values, principles, and traditions of our school. Both faculty and students have designed this dress code to nurture the school environment with regard all genders, ages, and aspects of the uniform. Students must maintain a neat, clean, responsible, and respectful appearance. If any aspects of the St. Francis of Assisi Elementary School uniform are not worn respectfully by any student, administration and the student’s parents will discuss these issues with the student in a private meeting. UNIFORM & DRESS CODE POLICY GENERAL POLICY New Uniform Partnership with Lands' End Click here to order! School Code: 900206590 As of September, School Plaid is now available! See below for more information While on campus, all students are expected to adhere to the Dress Code in accordance with the following guidelines: FREE DRESS The following rules will be enforced regarding free dress: 1. Modesty and simplicity are guiding principles for free dress. 2. Interpretation of appropriate dress will be left up to the faculty of the school. 3. Clothing must not interfere with instruction or other activities. 4. Clothing must be clean and modest. No halter-tops, spaghetti straps, or tank tops; any sleeveless shirt must be at least three inches wide across the shoulder. 5. Clothing may not have markings, questionable pictures, drawings, symbols, or advertising on it (i.e., alcohol, cigarette, or drug endorsements, words which are racial slurs, sexual comments, intolerant words or comments of any kind). 6. Clothing may not be ripped or torn. 7. Shirts, blouses or tops must be worn at all times and must completely cover the chest area. Bare midriffs are not allowed and must fit appropriately. 8. Flat, closed shoes are the only shoes acceptable; Socks must be worn. (In the case of a special event, specific instructions will be given). 9. Shorts or skirts must not be too short. This clothing may be considered inappropriate if they are shorter than the tip of the longest finger when the arms are fully extended down the side of the student’s body. 10. Jeans in good repair (with no holes, intentional or otherwise) will be acceptable for casual “free dress” (not on “dress up” days or addressing the student body at Mass). 11. Pants of any kind must fit appropriately and be worn at the waist. 12. Low, sagging pants are never permitted. 13. Hats may not be worn in the school building, except on special occasions. 14. Yoga style tight fitting pants or capri are never permitted. 15. Leggings and tights are not allowed to be worn alone. If worn, they are acceptable with shorts, skirts, or pants. Violators of the clothing rules will be asked to call their parents who will be asked to bring them appropriate clothing. If students violate Free Dress repeatedly, further disciplinary consequences will be taken. Extension has their own rules for play clothes after school. Please note their handbook or check with Mrs. Sanchez (the Extension Director) if you have a question about clothing being appropriate. UNIFORM EXCHANGE We encourage parents to recycle their children’s uniforms. After your child has outgrown them, bring clean uniforms to the Uniform Exchange Cabinet. Parents are welcome to take whatever uniforms they need. Uniform Exchange is located on the 1st Floor outside of the cafeteria in between Performing Arts Room and Extension.

Giving Since 1895, we've celebrated the incredible philanthropic spirit of our community, where generosity and support come to create a brighter future for our students. Join us in making a meaningful impact through donations and, as we work hand-in-hand to enrich the educational experience for all. Your contributions help foster a nurturing environment that inspires learning and growth. Support There are many ways to support the mission and vision of St. Francis. Ways to give Annual Fund St. Clare's Fund Student Activies Athletics Choir Drama Club Planned Giving Volunteering

Calling all golf enthusiasts! We are holding our annual golf tournament, with proceeds raised benefiting students at St. Francis Elementary. Golf Tournament Our 5th Annual Golf Tournament will be held on Friday, September 15th, 2023 Wildhorse Golf Club Registration Thank You to Our Sponsors

Enjoy our drama clubs latest performance, featuring students from 6th-8th grade. Drama Club Performance Curiouser & curiouser... An SFE Drama Club Original Not -Alice and Wonder land April 29 / April 30 6:00 pm @ SFE Gym (Adults $5, SFE Students free)

Faculty and staff directory at St. Francis of Assisi Elementary School. Get In Touch St. Francis of Assisi Elementary School 2500 K Street Sacramento, CA 95816 Tel: (916) 442-5494 Fax: (916) 442-1390 mainoffice@stfranciselem.org Student Information System - FACTS Tax ID: 45-4330879 St. Francis of Assisi Parish 1066 26th Street Sacramento, CA 95816 Tel: (916) 443-8084 Fax: (916) 443-7356 www.stfrancisparish.com "True progress quietly and persistently moves along without notice" St. Francis of Assisi Staff are listed in the gallery as admin, teaching staff in order of grade, specialized teaching staff, extension staff and extra-curricular staff . Click on the images to email each staff member directly. Our Staff Community Father Amer Awad, Pastor Ivan Hrga, Principal Michael McCrimons, Associate Principal Marilee Manning, Director of Finance Marques Almeida, Director of Advancement Joanna Hook Office Manager Lynda Lammerding, Associate Director of Finance Alison Buxie, TK Teacher Emily Clancy, Kinder Teacher Student Council Coordinator Makenzie Jones, 1st Grade Teacher Theresa Hanten, 2nd Grade Teacher Isabel Herzberger, 3rd Grade Teacher PYP IB Coordinator Audrey Witteborg, 4th Grade teacher Graham Robertson, 5th Grade Teacher Sharon Pressburg - Nevans 6th Grade Teacher Drama Club MYP IB Coordinator Todd Piscopo-Williams 7th Grade Teacher Dan Reynoso 8th Grade Teacher CSAC Don Brunetti PE Teacher Co-Athletic Director Lynesha Williams-Evawere Director of Achievement Blair Pierroz Math Grds. 6, 7, 8 Janet Stites Performing Arts Science Grds. 5, 6, 7, 8 Religion Coordinator Choir Director Elise Wallace Technology & Design Kellie Paredes Spanish Martina Giordani Italian Ivan Hrga Religion Teacher Grd 8 Joshua Gonong Religion Teacher Grds. 6 & 7 Kate McCrimons Library Media Teacher Patti Sanchez Extension Director Eric Church Associate Director of Extension Lunch Program Theresa Tavianini School Counselor

Find out if your child is ready for Transitional Kindergarten or Kindergarten on our readiness page. TK & Kindergarten Readiness Transitional Kindergarten Readiness Welcome to the Transitional Kindergarten class at St. Francis of Assisi Elementary School! Transitional Kindergarten, TK, is the beginning of your child’s elementary journey! It is our mission to nurture the whole child, spiritually, academically, emotionally, and socially as they grow. TK is a wonderful opportunity for students to acquire academic confidence before entering Kindergarten. This bonus academic year is also a gift of time for students who need more time maturing socially and emotionally. TK is a bridge from Pre-K to Kindergarten, and we recommend that students have preschool experience prior to entering TK. It is our mission to help your child build a foundation that will foster a love for learning to carry them through each grade year and beyond. TK Age Per the Sacramento Diocese, students must be 4 years old by the start of the school year and turn 5 within the year. Students who turn 5 years old in June, July, or August, are also eligible for Transitional Kindergarten. TK Curriculum Our curriculum is a blend of preschool based social & emotional development with modified age appropriate Common Core Kindergarten State Standards that are taught through 4 IB units of inquiry. What academic skills should my child have before Transitional kindergarten? In order to show TK readiness, your child should be able to: recognize and name basic shapes: square, circle, triangle, and rectangle recognize and name numbers 0-5, even when they are out of order count to 10 count 10 objects, pointing to each one as they count say or sing the alphabet recognize many of the capital letters of the alphabet identify colors in an 8-ct crayon pack recognize & know the letters in order of their first name write their first name (it doesn’t have to look perfect!) sort items by size, color, or shape hold a book and turn pages identify some letter sound What other things (non-academic) does my child need to know how to do before kindergarten? Your child should be able to: put on their coat and zip it up Put on their shoes independently take turns and share sit quietly and listen follow simple directions use the bathroom by themselves (including zipping and buttoning pants, and privacy rules!) put on their backpack hold a pencil or crayon with tripod grip cut with scissors put things away wash their hands with soap use a tissue to wipe their nose cough into their elbow stand in line drink from a drinking fountain raise their hand and wait to be called on open any food containers in their lunch or be able to ask for help Some extra things parents can do to get their child ready for TK: Teach kindness & respect (for rules, property, and people). Do activities at home where prekinders have to listen without interrupting, take turns, focus on the same activity for 15 minutes, use manners, etc. Read, read, read and read some more! Give them opportunities to play with other children. Give them some responsibilities and teach them to follow through. Teach nursery rhymes and songs. Give them chances to be away from home and family so they feel comfortable and confident when they come to school. Give them opportunities to be independent! "We could not be happier with our choice to send our daughters to St. Francis Elementary. The community is warm and welcoming, and the teachers and staff are committed to fostering academic excellence and spiritual growth for every student. For our family, a robust performing arts program was essential, and we love how the arts are woven into the academic and co-curricular school day with Ms. Stites' music classes and in-class theatre performances. Principal Hrga knows each child by name, as do all the faculty and staff members, and they work together as a team to provide a holistic education that recognizes the individualism of each child. My children feel safe and loved at school, even in the midst of the pandemic, which for us as parents is invaluable. We are so thankful to have found this wonderful school community!" - Parent Testimonial Kindergarten Readiness Kindergarten Curriculum: Scholastic Reading Program, Envision Math, Common Core Standards taught through 4 IB units of inquiry. What academic skills should my child have before kindergarten? In order to show kindergarten readiness, your child should be able to: recognize and name basic shapes: square, circle, triangle, and rectangle recognize and name numbers 1-10, even when they are out of order count to 20 count 10 objects, pointing to each one as they counts say or sing the alphabet recognize most of the letters of the alphabet, both uppercase and lowercase (even out of order) identify colors in an 8-ct crayon pack recognize their first name write their first name sort items by size, color, or shape hold a book and turn pages tell if two words rhyme identify some letter sounds A child doesn’t need to be reading before kindergarten (and most kids aren’t), but they should be read to regularly. Teaching nursery rhymes is a great way to get kids reading-ready: knowing how to rhyme is HUGE when it comes to learning how to read. What other things (non-academic) does my child need to know how to do before kindergarten? Your child should be able to: put on their coat and zip it up tie their shoes take turns and share sit quietly and listen follow simple directions use the bathroom by themselves (including zipping and buttoning pants) put on their backpack hold a pencil or crayon cut with scissors put things away hang their backpack on a hook wash their hands with soap use a tissue to wipe his nose cough into their elbow stand in line drink from a drinking fountain raise their hand and wait to be called on open any food containers in their lunch Some extra things parents can do to get their child ready for Kindergarten: Teach kindness & respect (for rules, property, and people). Do activities at home where pre-kinders have to listen without interrupting, take turns, focus on the same activity for 15 minutes, use manners, etc. Read! Teach them how to hold book, how to turn pages, etc. Give them opportunities to play with other children. Give them some responsibilities and teach them to follow through. Teach nursery rhymes and songs. Give them chances to be away from home and family so they feel comfortable and confident when they come to school. INQUIRIES

Interested in St. Francis as a possible school for your child? Sign up for a tour and experience everything that we have to offer. Tours Please click the inquiry button if interested in scheduling a tour. 'St. Francis has been amazing for our family! Our son who is now in 3rd grade matriculated at kindergarten. It was an easy transition and has loved the school ever since. The teachers and administrators are amazing! The kids are very close and supportive of each other from TK to 8th grade. It is a very positive environment. Even though most commute to the school from different areas we still feel very connected. It is a community of learning, care, service and support. We started our daughter in TK this year. I was nervous with her being only 4 years old. She adjusted after just one day and loves her classmates. The school is academically challenging but does not overload the kids with unnecessary work. The many events and activities provide great socializing opportunities with other families. The afterschool care is essential for us. The kids have so much fun. Neither one of my children ever wants to leave early!' Parent Testimonial of a TK'er and a 3rd Grader). INQUIRIES ‘When choosing a school, we recommend scheduling a tour to meet the principal and teachers to understand the school environment and determine if the school is a good fit for your child. St. Francis Elementary School is more than a school...it's a community of supportive educators and families who give to the well being of each other. We are all in this together and supporting one another through our community is what we are all about. The relationships that are formed by both school mates, teachers and parents make the community one that I am proud to be apart of. Communication is excellent by teachers and supporting staff, who are passionate about the success of your children. The level of education is superior with well qualified teachers. This is our community and family. We are active, we believe in the St. Francis mission of serving others, and highly feel SFE is the best community for our 3 children to meet their educational, social, and development needs.’ - Parent Testimonial General School and Grade information Sheets - English (Please click on the spots to access each PDF) TK Kinder 1st Grade 2nd Grade 3rd Grade 4th Grade 5th Grade 6th Grade 7th Grade 8th Grade General School and Grade information Sheets - Spanish (Please click on the spots to access each PDF) TK Kinder 1st Grade 2nd Grade 3rd Grade 4th Grade 5th Grade 6th Grade 7th Grade 8th Grade "SFE provides a rich environment that promotes the emotional, spiritual, physical, and academic growth of each child. However, it is the school community that differentiates SFE from other elementary schools. Teachers provide instruction with an open heart and mind; they are attuned to the unique needs of each child and proactively engage parents throughout the academic year. The curriculum is exceptional and challenges students to be creative thinkers, problem-solvers, and helps to develop service-leadership skills. Children feel safe, loved and believe that they are seen as unique individuals within the community. Parents are treated as equal partners in their child's education and are provided with countless opportunities to engage with the school community throughout the year." Parent Testimonial

Schoolwide Learning Expectations - Spiritual, Aacademic, Respectful, Responsible and Confident. Schoolwide Learning Expectations A St. Francis of Assisi Elementary School Student is: Spiritual: Understands Franciscan, Catholic faith Demonstrates and reflects Gospel values Shows a love of God, others and self Actively leads and participates in prayer celebrations Academic: Demonstrates, curiosity, inquiry, and respect for learning Actively solves problems and thinks critically Is knowledgeable and shares gifts and talents Respectful: Models the charism of St. Francis Cares for God’s creation Is open-minded and practices good citizenship Appreciates diversity & uniqueness Principled: Makes Christ-like decisions Practices self-discipline Owns his/her choices Is honest and trustworthy Confident: Balanced and recognizes self-worth Communicates, leads and cooperates Embraces challenges Takes risks and perseveres I cannot say enough great things about St. Francis of Assisi Elementary school. Since our son transferred in 4th grade it has truly been the best decision we have made for him. The solid academics were enhanced by the addition of the International Baccalaureate program and have created so many new opportunities for learning for students. We have also enjoyed the strong sense of community and the school’s commitment to creating a safe and healthy environment for each child. When we leave next year after 8th grade we will truly miss the family that St. Francis has been for us these past several years. You could not make a better choice of schools in the Sacramento area - Parent Testimonial

A snapshot look at school life at St. Francis of Assisi Elementary School. Facts at a Glance St. Francis of Assisi Snapshot History Founded in 1895. St. Francis has been educating students spiritually & academically for over 128 years Learn More Location 2500 K Street, Sacramento, CA 95816 Learn More Grades TK through to 8th grade Learn More School Hours TK - 8am -1:30pm Kindergarten - 8am - 2:30pm Grds. 1 - 5, 8am - 3pm Grds. 6 - 8, 8am - 3:15pm Fridays 2pm Dismissal all grades except TK (TK 1:30pm Dismissal) Enrollment & Class Size 324 Students 36 Maximum per Class Extension Open all school days 7am - 6pm (Not open school vacation, last day before Christmas vacation and last day of school) Learn More Faculty 16 Teachers 8 Aides Learn More Tuition & Extension 2025-2026 School Year $7735. 3% Discount for Early Payment in Full. Extension - $4000 (Other options available) Learn More Financial Aid Available to registered students based on demonstrated financial need. Financial Aid amounts are subject to funds available. Learn More Accreditation Accreditation: Dually accredited in 2023 for a full 6 year term from the Western Association for Schools and Colleges (WASC) & Western Catholic Educational Association (WCEA). Learn More Standardized Testing Renaissance Learning – STAR Testing every 9 weeks. Learn More General Curriculum Follows the Diocesan standards in core subjects such as Math, English, Science & Social Studies. Learn More Spiritual Development Religious Instruction, Prayer Services, Masses, Sacrament Programs Learn More Extracurricular Academics Religion Decathlon, Mental Math Bowl, Class Field Trips Learn More Student Activities Student Council, Girls & Boys Volleyball & Basketball, Cross Country, Track, Golf, Flag Football, Choir, Drama Club, Performing Arts, Band, Dungeons & Dragons, Anime Club, Jewelry Club & Book Club Learn More Additional Services Library, Computer/Science Lab, Extended Day Care, Education Achievement Specialist, Lunch Program Learn More

All the latest information regarding our Annual Jog-A-Thon event Jog-A-Thon Run! Run! Run! 2026 T-Shirts Coming Soon! 2026 SFE Jogathon Color Run May 1, 2026 (Friday, Noon Dismissal) Sutter's Fort Track ALL STUDENTS PARTICIPATE!! Goal of $30,000 Funds raised will be applied to our General Fund benefiting all St. Francis students! Time: Runners - 8:30am – 10:45am (30 minute intervals, 2 classes run at the same time) Volunteer Website Signup: https://signup.com/go/uHKiOkk Sponsors: Limited number of spots available on the back of the Jogathon T-shirt. Please fill out a Sponsorship form here: https://shorturl.at/CAHOE. Any additional questions please contact Yvette Sandoval sandovalyn@yahoo.com if your company is interested in sponsoring. T-Shirt Design: Students submit designs. All entries are considered according to the design criteria. 1 winning design is selected. Thanks to our sponsors, ALL STUDENTS RECEIVE A FREE T-SHIRT TO WEAR THE DAY OF THE EVENT! Pledgestar Online Pledge Page Setup: Use QR code or directions below. Parent Help is Needed in Setting Up Student Jogathon Pledge Pages Please use the following instructions. Did we mention it's easy??? - Go to http://pledgestar.com/sfoa - Click “Not Registered For This Year’s Event” - Enter your name and email address, then click “Submit” - Follow the instructions on-screen to register Runner(s) and add family and friends Again, did we mention it's easy??? NOTE : Students register under one family email address and Pledgestar will automatically split the pledges evenly. If you do not wish for pledges to be split, different email addresses are required for each student. If that is the case, please follow the steps again until each student has their own account. Volunteer, cheer on your running wolf or BOTH! Either way, WE CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU THERE! To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. The Gubbio Basket is back with more!! TK - 3rd: A minimum of $30 in pledges and pick a prize from the Gubbio Basket every Wednesday and Friday! 4th - 6th: A minimum of $30 in pledges and pick a snack from the Gubbio Basket every Wednesday and Friday! 7th & 8th: $30 in pledges a week and you get to pick candy from the Gubbio basket! Runner's Schedule 8:30am - TK & Kinder (run with their big buddies) 9:00am - 3rd & 4th Grades 9:30am - 1st & 2nd Grades 10:00am - BREAK 10:15am - 7th & 8th Grades 10:45am - 5th & 6th Grades Fans welcome to cheer on your running wolves!

Our hot lunch program is open to all students. A new menu is sent out at the start of every month. Hot Lunch December Lunch Form, please have it turned in no later than Friday, November 21st. Hot lunch is available 5 days a week. Please note : Help us welcome Wendi Wegener to the SFE Family! Also, we have switched to a new online lunch ordering platform, Nommzly! The new online lunch ordering platform can be found here ! Please check your email for the access code. During the transition period, paper order forms are still available next to the front door, however, the goal is to fully transition to Nommzly in the near future . The upcoming month will become available the last week of every month. Please make sure to label the desired lunch day on the menu with your child’s name. This information helps to create the checklist for each day of service. If a family has more than one child, please write the names on each day each child is buying lunch so we can limit confusion. Forms can be turned into the office or directly to the cafeteria, and needs to be turned over by the deadline for each month. Payments The price for one lunch is $7 per student, per day. Lunches Each lunch includes an entrée, side, milk, and a choice of fruit or green salad. I try to make as many things for the kids as I can. I make the applesauce, spaghetti sauce, the pinto beans, the lasagna rolls, chili, the macaroni and cheese. I roll out the pizzas and prepare all sandwiches, tacos, and burritos by myself. Please feel free to come speak to me about dietary concerns or allergies. About Myself My name is Eric Church and I graduated from St. Francis in 1996. I began to work at St. Francis in January 2001, while I went to CSUS where I received my degree in Social Sciences. In 2009, I took over operations of the St. Francis lunch program. I saw it as an unexpected opportunity to help the school community where I grew up, where my mom has worked for 30 years, where my sister and cousin went to school, and where I met my wife. I am very proud to be a part of the St. Francis School community, and it is my hope that I can be a benefit to all our families and students. Thank you for your continued support, Eric Church Paper Forms

Our family fun event is back! BBQ, dancing, raffle and community. From 5:30pm until the cows go home. September 26, 2025 - 5:30pm-9:00pm School Courtyard Please note - Food will be served 6:00pm-7:30p m Tickets Volunteers & Donations