Dear Editor, As the school year comes to a close, we at St. Francis Elementary School and Archangels Catholic High School wish to express our heartfelt gratitude to the many members of our community who have volunteered their time, talents, and treasure to generously support our students.
From cafeteria volunteers to those who assist teachers in elementary classrooms, and to the countless individuals who help organize sporting events and activities, as well as provide food and treats for students on special occasions, your kindness makes a tangible difference in daily school life. To those who help out in athletics: your willingness to coach elementary and junior high teams and to fill every necessary role in athletic competitions inspires our students to strive for excellence, teamwork, and good sportsmanship.
A special thank you also goes to Emma Strecker for her unwavering dedication to campus ministry and youth events that combine the spiritual with the social. We also thank Fr. Taylor Leffler, Fr. Dan Wittrock, Fr. Zack Tucker, Fr. Rod Kneifl, Fr. Phan, and Fr. Wayne Pavela for being a part the retreats held this year and for providing access to the sacrament of reconciliation. Our students have been blessed by the conversations they have shared with Emma, Fr. Taylor, and Fr. Zack, whether in small groups or one-to-one.
