CLUBS AND STUDENT ACTIVITIES
It is our belief that a strong sense of community is a distinguishing feature of the Academy of St. Francis of Assisi. Building on this notion, we strive to develop the religious, academic and social aspects of the student. The students of the Academy of St. Francis of Assisi are encouraged to participate in the Student Council and become Franciscan Buddies, pairing older students with younger students. The school also offers a wide variety of other activities to our students.
The children in grades one and two are invited to a monthly gathering moderated by Mrs. La Salle. The children are treated to a seasonal story and activity in a social setting.
Our students in grade three through eight are encouraged to join our after-school Clubs, moderated by our faculty. The students can choose from Cooking, Dance, Drama, Arts and Crafts, Yearbook and Sports to name a few. Students in grade six through eight are invited to join and compete in the Junior Regional Forensics League that prepares students for public speaking.
Our students compete in many academic challenges including the Knights of Columbus Spelling Bee, the Elks Club Essay Contest, the John Brady Academic Challenge and the Mary Help of Christians Essay Competition.
Christian Community Service is a special component of faith community building here at the Academy. Our students are involved in Special Olympics, St. Jude’s Research Hospital Math-a-Thon and Animal Rescue. Students in grades six through eight are invited to join the National Junior Honor Society. Membership is based not only on academics, but just as importantly, community service.
Students are selected to be Franciscan Students of the Month. This is a non-academic recognition based on students exemplifying the example of St. Francis of Assisi.
The Academy now boasts a Varsity and Junior Varsity Volleyball team competing in league with other local Catholic elelmentary schools. GO...ASFA !!
