We have been an FXW family for 8 years now. Angela Paletta Cullen. Who was in class with my cousin, Teresa Mamolella and her sister Donna? Maybe wear matching ribbons on our tops so we know were all from Cabrini. I am retied and live in Arizona.My Email is mrnicksdec@hotmail.com.Love to here from you. I graduated from Cabrini in 64. I graduated in 1959. 120 S. Desplaines St. Chicago, IL 60661 p: 312-466-0700 f: 312-466-0711. My dad Joseph Scafuri Sr.owned the Sunny Boy bakery at 803 S. Kedzie inthe early 50s. I have been in Florida the last 12 years full time. Pat Gallagher, I attended mother Cabrini from 53 to 61 we moved when I was in seventh grade I do remember Louis Rizzo and a soda fountain across from the school I think I took money out of my church envelope to go buy a soda one time and I was scared for a long time I used to fight with Louis Rizzo almost every day we were in school, I dont know if anyone remembers Father Lucky. taller, slim, dark-haired fellow whose name I cant recall? I also thought that statement was a little odd, and I do understand what you are saying. longj750@comcast.net How sad that was. I thought your mom had a beautiful voice. I graduated in 1971. We have an Extended Day Program open from 6:30am-6pm & summer camp! Great fun. I especially remember Robert. More than 400 students, in Stay safe and stay blessed. I live in Roselle, Illinois. My brother was Ozell (died 1990) he was in the same class as David. Thats no where near St. Frances Cabrini. We even had a basement-how did they do that in those days? I can still remember the awe I felt when the Nuns took us on a viewing. I remember going to the bakery on kedzie Sarnos with my mom. It provides information and resources about religion, cultures, and what's happening within the FXW community. Hi Donna, my name is Tony Coleman and I attended Cabrini from 6th through 8th grades. We called Fr Lucian. It was a real community; we knew so many neighbors. Robert Ryan Associate Pastor 847-251-0771 Email They were mainly fond memories. I was about 10Years old. We also went in Granata Funeral Home and would visit the deceased to pray for them although we didnt know them from Adam hahaha, Say hi to your brother. My parents moved in 1960 and I graduated from grammar school also in 1963. Thank you for your wonderful memories and input. This is Marjorie Moretti and I lived at 824 So California Ave and was just reminiscing of going to Mother Cabrini Church and School. Number of floors? Lucian Morselli, Fr. I had posted some memories of my years at Mother Cabrini on this site in June of this year. I had a girl in my class named Rosalie Guerrieri. My mother, Jean Lindvall, attended Providence Catholic High School. Francine Palma Long My mother kept many of our class pictures. It was nice hearing from you! Sorry to read in your comment that Willie Dixon passed away. Deadline for application submissions. However, if you tackle it methodically, you will get good results. I just meant it ended as we knew it when our Parish and school closed. I lived at 2831 W Flournoy, went to Mother Cabrini church & school (1st-4th grade, 1948-51, when classes were in what were really 3flat apt buildings before the new school was built, Interesting,. Other memories that arent so vague, but still pretty clear are of the riots following Dr. Kings assasination. Lived at 2842 W. Lexington, Raia Family. Does anybody know if Jill. vision. He was a fantastic teacher and mentor. The nuns even complained to our family. A Catholic Chapel, part of Our Lady of Mercy, a Roman Catholic Church, in the Avondale. It was so different then. The average rate in schools in communities of similar income level as our was 92%. Hi Anthony, If my parents didnt move, I would have graduated in 63. Lucian gave me a cross for his 25th anniversary as a priest. I received all my Sacraments at Cabrini. I was only back for a short while to meet and marry my wife at St Raymonds in Mt. 630-822-6904. . I think it is now at Cabrini hospital shrine. I had many adventures riding the subway to school and, at times, I drove my junky car which was always broken down. My name is Stanley Rushing, 1968 to 69 Regina Williams sat in front of me please reach out. Too bad as it was a wonderful neighborhood before the riots. My memories are of playing with many friends in the area. My email : suezpenzl@gmail.com. Leonora, I graduated in from St. Frances 1953, and also attended school in the rectory and in the church basement until the school was built. I love the City of Chicago despite any problems other big cities experience. Frank Cesario, I was in 7th grade when you were 8th with my brother John. Jim passed away recently, however. Here you can view both the school wide handbook as well as the additional handbook for Middle School students. Its great to hear stories about the school. Parents often say they are grateful to be a part of such an exceptional place of inclusion and belonging. he would come in and make himself comfortable, stretching his legs and putting his feet right up on the cocktail table. So very nice to read all of your post God Bless you all.. Chicago, IL 60640 (773) 665-0066. I do on occasion see Joe Ponce at St. Philip reunions. Our mother lived to be 92, but dad died at 77. St. Francis Xavier School has been recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as a 2020 National Blue Ribbon School, marking the second time the La Grange institution has been honored. Stay safe and stay blessed . Early Childhood Elementary Middle School What's Happening I started looking for school information and had a hard time finding any until now. Sacramento was never blocked. History; Mission Statement; Namesake; Our Charisms; . What wonderful memories. It would be good to see you guys sometime if we could arrange a time to get together. There were 2 girls in my classes from kindergarten through 3rd grade, 1957 through 1961, Carmelina and Georgia..the last names were Esposito and Cesario..cant remember which one had which last name at this very moment though. I would hear the Betty Crocker commercials and sometime Id be able to enjoy some of Bozos Circus. Some friends were Jeannine Schiavo and Betty Giunta. It has 427 students in grades PK, K-8 with a student-teacher ratio of 13 to 1. Maybe bring any pics like the ones I took on my class visit to Washington DC. No one has mentioned the school was originally located in an apartment building facing Polk ST.where the convent/school now stand. That is awful that you got hit by a car. Are you related to her! My family moved in 1960. So glad to hear from you! I also attended mass at St. Simeon In Bellwood until it closed. But I do take issue with your statement regarding the neighborhood coming to an end. Its almost likethe school and churchnever existed. I attended this school and church from kindergarten to 8th grade, and it was wonderful. Thechildren stared at me and asked questions, but I was treated warmly by each and every one I met. In my classroom was Jimmy Jacks, Lawrence Patrick and Torrance Brooks. Great, great memories!!! I am very thankful to this school community for the countless ways they have supported my family and my children in their growth and development. Sister Lucy was my kindergarten teacher and I had Sister Speranza twice! Mrs scafuri would give me a slice if her delicious italian bread after school in kindergarten and first grade. I remember you and Father Lucky. I also remember Faldo cheese, wasnt there a store on Taylor street, next to Scafuri bakery? Its been a a long time hasnt it. Sister Speranza was my eighth grade teacher. One incident Ill never forget I think it was Sacramento Street where part of the street was blocked with wood traffic horses so the kids could play outside for recess. I was stationed in Europe at the time. I had Sr Francis de Sales in 6th and Sr Speranza in 7th. It was either the building that became the rectory or it was next to the rectory. We called him Fr. How are you? It is calculated using the reported number of students and full-time equivalent teachers. All of the teachers and staff (shout out to the student success team!) document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Oh yes! I remember St. Francis Cabrini and the neighborhood. Was just told about this page. We grew up in great times. St. Francis Xavier School is a private, Catholic school located in SAINT JOSEPH, MO. My father had a bakery on Kedzie avenue (Sarnos) and his partner was Chuck Raymond. faiths, racial and socioeconomic backgrounds and everything that hi robert,my mom/grandparents lived next door to your family 2930 w lexington.my was good friends with your uncles anthony/frank.here is a link to a video of my great grandparents 50th wedding anniversary in 1942 at mother cabrini.one of your uncles(alex) is an altar boy in the movie if remember correctly?my mom talks about your family all the time and talks to them regularly.my moms maiden name is dote.the film shows the inside of the church and walking from lexington street and also sacramento boulevard.i was born after everyone left the neighborhood but i love hearing all the stories http://youtu.be/aGUdUjF1z8s Okay! I did return and got married there in 1970. We both attended St. Philips HS. I have so many fond memories of the church, school and the neighborhood and was thrilled to read the posts from all the others. High School Science and Mathematics Teacher at St Francis Xavier College Greater Melbourne Area. Im glad you posted your message it brings back many fond memories. Come to think of it, there were an awful lot of protesters protesting so many things back then. I have two children at FXW and simply cannot say enough positive things about it. Cost is for the most complete schedule offered and may have changed for the current school year. Where are you? I attended Cabrini up to the 6th grade.(1978). But by the next morning they cleared the Blvd and placed the building square on the foundation! My family lived on Polk Street about a half block east of California, and I started there in fourth grade. Thank you for your comments. It has 283 students in grades PK, K-8 with a student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1. You have a good memory. I remember all the nuns you mentioned. St. Francis Xavier School in La Grange, Illinois serves 525 students in grades Prekindergarten-8. FXW follows a rigorous curriculum that enables students to grow, clarify their values, and develop decision-making skills and a sense of responsibility for themselves and the world they will inherit. We played five games and we were a perfect 0 and 5. lol, Tony,my name is Frank Cesario I have a picture of my 1963 graduating class from St. Frances Cabtini. Bulley & Andrews served as construction manager for the new, 22,300 sq. I wasplacedwith a lovely family in Clear Lake, Iowa. Its been a long time. We can't imagine finding a better school for our kids anywhere, honestly. AI (Artificial Intelligence), specifically ChatGPT, poses some serious challenges for teachers. My mother Josephine LiPuma was the organist until the Church closed. St. Xavier's High School, Patna (often abbreviated as SXS Patna or SXHS), is a private Catholic primary and secondary school, located in the neighborhood of Gandhi Maidan in Patna, Bihar, India.Established in 1940, it is the oldest Jesuit school in the city of Patna and in the state of Bihar, established by missionaries from the American Chicago Province of the Society of Jesus. Manley which was a high school is now closed. grace dote is my moms first cousin,she graduated in 1960 i believe,shortly before leaving lexington st for the northwest side of chicago. We lived at 3234 Polk. "A story of rainbows and love" written by Shahastra is helping these kids and adults learn about love from rainbows. If I hung around long enough Id hear the Lee Phillips show, and Id know it was time to head back to school. is located in the heart of downtown. How much does Frances Xavier Warde School cost? John was with me last night as I celebrated Father Coco coming to eat at our house, often. 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