Saint Francis Academy

Teaching God's Children Since 1743

Dedicated to helping children realize their tremendous potential, Saint Francis Academy provides high-quality Catholic education in a nurturing, supportive environment. Academic instruction, sacramental preparation, and spiritual formation combine to give students in pre-kindergarten to grade eight a well-rounded foundation for a life of learning and growing in God's love.

From the Principal

Dear Parents,

Another school year has begun at SFA. Look to the left to see our new St. Francis statue donated by one of our loyal parishoners. We welcome Mrs. Youse as our new certified Pre-k teacher. She will be assisted by Mrs. Faust as her new aide. Our pre-k has now expanded to five days a week. Parents can now choose between a three or five day program as well as choose a half or full day. St. Francis is striving to meet the challenges of today's parents and their children. We are also updating our computer lab and library. Our teachers are in the process of integrating new "electronic report cards". Teacher training has begun this past summer and we hope to implement this change shortly. It has been an unusually hot summer and we thank God for our air conditioned school. We all look forward to the new school year. May Our Lord bless you and your families!!!

Deacon Thomas Murphy

SFA Golf Tournament Oct.4th

Download Our Golf Flyer Our First Annual Golf Tournament will take place at Butter Valley (in our own backyard) on October 4th. Senior golf pro "Ed Dougherty" will be there to provide a clinic too. Breakfast & Lunch provided. Come and join the fun! Download the Golf information and registration form from the "Golf" button on the left side of this page!!!

IOWA Scores Place SFA On Top Again SFA has once again tested incredibly high compared to all schools tested. We had scored: 95% better in Language Arts; 93% better in Mathematics; 93% better in Social Studies; 95% better in Science than all schools tested. Congratulations Teachers, Students and Parents!!!

Middle States Evaluation INCREDIBLE!

The Middle States Assn. visited our school in October and were very very impressed. They gave us a "Glowing Report" that will be finalized in the next two months. They met with our entire staff after their three day visit and described how fortunate we were to be a part of such a positive academic and spiritual experience. They told us that they would love to trade places with any of our staff...a beautiful compliment!!!

School Closings & Delays

How do you know if the school is closed or dismissing early due to snow or icy conditions???
Parents can do any of the following:
1) Go to the school’s website at www.sfabally.org 2) Turn to (Ch. 69 TV) WFMZ
3) Call the school’s answering machine after 6:15am for closing and delay information 610-845-7364.
***The best thing to do is register your cell phone and/or email on the “Newsflash” button of our school’s website. This will notify you immediately by text message and/or email of any school situations***

Please note: We do not follow the Boyertown School District for closings and delays. If you reside in another school district, you must be aware of St. Francis Academy’s closing or delay schedule. For example, do not send your child to school if your district is operating on a one hour delay and St. Francis has a two hour delay. The school will not be open for any children arriving earlier than what has been announced.
Special Pre-K Note: If there is a two hour delay, the Pre-k class will be canceled.

Skorts Now Available Girls skorts are now available from the Rose Uniform Co. Follow the Rose Uniform link under the "Dress Code" button on the left.

Visit Faculty Websites Teacher Web Pages – Our teachers have been working hard at developing teacher web pages. Look for the latest classroom “happenings” and some classroom photos too! Click the "faculty Websites" button on the left.

Welcome Back!!!

8/31/2010 1st Day of School K-8

9/1/2010 Pre-k

Pre-k "Open House" 6:30 - 7:15

9/8/2010 1st day for Pre-k

9/10/2010

Free "Pizza Lunch" provided by our fabulous Home & School Assn.

9/13/2010 Hot Lunch Begins!

9/16/2010

"Open House" grades 1-8 from 6:30 - 7:30...followed by Home & School Meeting. Also, Cub Scout registration in SFA Auditorium too.

Saint Francis Academy 668 Pine Street -- Bally, PA 19503 610-845-7364

Last Modified: Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2010