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5.18.16 Awards Ceremony
Jessie Leatherby received St. Francis’ highest honor, the Pax et
Bonum Award, presented to a graduate who best exhibits the
qualities of Peace and Goodness and embodies Faith, Excellence,
Leadership and Service. Marie Rhoads received the Pillar of
Christian Service Award, honoring a graduate who embodies the
heart and actions of a servant leader. Samantha Gallia received
the Campus Ministry Pillar of Faith Award, honoring a student
who, during her four years, exemplifies her Faith through her
commitment to her love of God by loving others. Tisien Palacio
and Samantha Carrothers received the Troubadour Spirit Award,
given to a senior who has shown extraordinary school spirit.
Kate Swanson received the Principal’s Pillar of Excellence Award,
presented to a senior for outstanding academic achievement.
Alexa Dameri received the President’s Pillar of Leadership Award,
recognizing a senior with outstanding leadership skills and who
has enriched the life of St. Francis Catholic High School.
5.20.16 Swimming Highlights
Emily Peters ’16 qualified for the CIF State Championships in
the 50 free for the second consecutive season. She clocked a
time of 24.25 to finish 25th in the 50-meter freestyle Friday at
the Clovis Olympic Swim Complex. St. Francis placed fourth
overall in the varsity meet at the Sac-Joaquin Section Swimming
Championships held at Tokay High School, advancing six
swimmers in a combined six events and all three relays.
5.20.16 Diving Highlights
Molly Wilson ’18 was 16th at the CIF State Diving Championships
at the Clovis Olympic Complex. Wilson survived two cuts to score
406.70 for her 11-dive schedule. She is the highest finisher at the
state meet in school history. Wilson also won the Sac-Joaquin
Section Diving Championship.
5.23-24.16 Baccalaureate Mass & Graduation Ceremony
5.27.16 Dads and Grads Breakfast
5.31.16 Congressional Art Competition
Congratulations to Grace Conlin ’18 who won 2nd Place in the
Congressional Art Competition and was presented with the award
by Congresswoman Doris Matsui.
6.2.16 - 6.9.16 Bronx Service Trip
Twelve students and two staff members participated in our fifth
annual trip to the Bronx. Continuing our partnership with the
Little Sisters of the Poor, students engaged with senior residents
at the Jeanne Jugan Residence through a talent show, daily Mass
attendance, and a trip to the Bronx Zoo. Troubies also volunteered
at a Salvation Army food pantry and after school program.
6.4.16 Track & Field Highlights
St. Francis had qualifiers in four events at the CIF Track and
Field. Ariane Arndt ’16 advanced in the 800 meters for the third
consecutive season, finishing third overall in a school-record
2:08.62, one of the top individual finishes in school history at the
state meet. She finished the season ranked fifth in the state of
California. Sydney Vandegrift ’18 placed 12th in the 3200 meters
in 10:41.49. St. Francis finished 30th overall with six points. Both
the 4x100-meter and 4x400-meter relay teams advanced to the
state meet. Ariane Arndt reset her own Sac-Joaquin Section meet
record in winning the 400 meters and led two relays to team
titles as St. Francis finished third overall in the team standings. St.
Francis also finished second at the Delta League Finals.
5.23.16 Senior Sequester & Family Reception and
Senior Sunset
5.25.16 Softball Highlights
The St. Francis softball team went 14-12-1 overall and 9-5 in
the Delta League to finish third overall in the standings. The
Troubadours advanced to the Sac-Joaquin Section Division II
playoffs as the No. 12 seed. St. Francis won an elimination game
over No. 5 Vintage 5-2 before losses to No. 4 Del Campo (6-0)
and No. 9 Elk Grove (10-2). Mel Baccay ’16 and Shelby Tevis ’16
were named to the Sacramento Bee All-Metro second team and
Hannah Willover ’16 was an honorable mention selection.
6.13.16 - 6.22.16 Summer Classes & Camps
St. Francis had nearly 275 high school students taking academic
classes and more than 300 5th-9th graders participating in Camp
Troubie and various sports camps.
6.24.16 - 6.26.16 All-Alumnae Reunion Weekend