I will list six names that I recall were in our class. I have a picture of you from our 1959 Confirmation class picture! 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. Was the man who owned the grocery store on Sacramento Jimmy? One by one they all slowly moved to other parishes and other states. Louis Rizzo and Frank Catalano were in my class. The focus on diversity and inclusion is at the center of FXW's mission. Get Involved. I remember Brother Silvio giving us instruction on serving Mass and Father Coco being the pastor. SEARCH @ Saints Joseph and Francis Xavier Parish. I went to Providence St. Mel High School 1971-1975. Blessings to you. I live in Roselle, Illinois. I was mortified to give someone so holy such a lowly gift. Need sacramental records? I would have graduated I from there in 1964 also but we moved to the Austin district. Families travel from all over the city (and some suburbs) to come to FXW. I lived on the 3700 w Arthington. My family lived on Polk Street about a half block east of California, and I started there in fourth grade. Hi Nick. Your article doesnt say when you attend St Francis Cabrini. I forgot to mention the name Belpidio. History; Mission Statement; Namesake; Our Charisms; . The only nun whos name I remember was Sister Alphonse. During the warmer months, my grandfather, Sam, would go out in front to take care of the grass. Frances Xavier Warde School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Frances Xavier Warde School's tuition is approximately $16,510 for private students. It is calculated using the reported number of students and full-time equivalent teachers. The one memory I will never forget was that during lent if we went to services with our parents we did not have to do homework and also how we used to stare at the statue of Mother Cabrini laying in state in that glass casket and keep staring till we thought she moved! I started 1st grade in 1949 and graduated from 8th grade class of 1957. Sandra T, Ramon P, Michael G, Marlene F, Anthony C, or Elizabeth V. I am going back almost 60 years but I am certain these names are correct. "A story of rainbows and love" written by Shahastra is helping these kids and adults learn about love from rainbows. We used to shop at Sarnos. Hi Elizabeth, my name is Anthony Coleman. Hi everyone. Hi everyone, Would love to hear how everyone is! I graduated in 1971. Sadly in 1972 he was abducted and killed while on duty as a police officer..I will never forget him. Linda Manzella, do you have a relative who teaches at Orland Jr. High School in Orland Park, IL? Since graduating from SFDS in 2006, she has earned a B.A in secondary education from St. Xavier University, a Masters in Education Leadership from Aurora University, and is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Aurora University. I remember fondly being taught the rudiments of volleyball-one of the first sports we girls were exposed to by Sr. Ethel Agnes and Sr Phillip. 120 S. Desplaines St. Chicago, IL 60661 p: 312-466-0700 f: 312-466-0711. if not scroll up to my comments for the youtube link.it shows my family walking from lexington st to the church and some good shots inside the church and also sacramento blvd. La Grange. Its very special to me. The core values at FXW (Purposely Diverse, Intentionnaly Inclusive) are exhibited every day from the dedicated and caring professionals. Thank you for your comments. St. Francis Xavier School is a private, Catholic school located in WILMETTE, IL. Hope you are doing well.. My email is LLt 125@aol.com if my classmates see this. We all then went to Cathedral High School. Visible Anyone can find this group. There is a picture of a John Louis Coleman. I found a class picture from 1948, and another from 1952. You Know You Are in a Progressive School When Old St. Patrick`s Campus, commonly referred to as"OSP," There was a very large multi-unit apartment building on the corner of Polk and Sacramento which was razed for the new school building. I graduated from Cabrini in 64. I remember you and your mom very well. percent of this School`s students would receive financial My mother, Jean Lindvall, attended Providence Catholic High School. I did return and got married there in 1970. The neighborhood boys and I had a great time playing on those floating forms until we got kicked out of there. Most of my family is gone now, but I still have an aunt who is 101 years of age. My sister and I went to our beloved St Frances Cabrini School from 1954 to 1960. We lived with my grandfather (Harry Lindvall) at 2943 W Harrison, next to Zivs, Harrison and Sacramento. I actually lived right across the street from the school at 2946 W. Lexington and I used to sneak my little sister candy through the window during recess. It would be nice to have a St. Frances Cabrini student reunion and meet at a mass at a Catholic Church nearby like Holy Family or Holy Rosary. So glad to hear from you! You could be a cousin as I dont know much of anything about my grandmothers family except they were from Gorgoglione, Italy. My name is Catherine Costa. BTW, did you see/read about the refurbishment/rededication of the St. Francis Xavier Cabrini chapel in Chicago last week? Here you can view both the school wide handbook as well as the additional handbook for Middle School students. I remember she also had a friend named Annette (Sessom). Sat, Mar 4. It did not fail that on some of those days the paddle would come out and I would get a hand spanking for being late. Its almost likethe school and churchnever existed. it was very traumatic. Rdohealing.org is website for Father Ralph A. DiOrio Jr. Who was ordained at Mother Cabrini Church along with 4 other Priests on June 1,1957. Those were very happy days and those memories are still very alive for me. Are you still in Chicago? We are a community that is purposely diverse and intentionally inclusive. I attended Cabrini from 1951 to 1959. I remember the Ordination, I also sang in the choir until the church closed. Monday - Thursday 7:30am - 3:30pm The CCYL basketball season concluded today with thrilling basketball games and great shows of support all weekend! 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,. I m probably a bit younger, but the names of the nuns and teachers I remember from my older siblings. Who can forget Fr. I remember being your friend at Mother Cabrini. I was also friends with Rosalie Guerrieri and Barbara Elia. He was a real man of the people. The nuns even complained to our family. Proudly created with Wix.com. My family lived across the street from the school and was within ourplay area. Some friends were Jeannine Schiavo and Betty Giunta. Any relation to him? It was a beautiful experience, and after the program ended,my host family remained in touch and paidfor my next visit. My dad Carmelo worked for alittle grocery store Dominic across from Manely. I had Sr. Lucy in kindergarten. We lived at 2926 W. Polk. I think you and I hung out a bit on and off when our mothers visited. Anyone reading this message, please reply if you are interested. I got to crown the Blessed Virgin in May at church. Some students were in awe of such a close-knit, ethnic neighborhood. I graduated in 1963 and our class only had 23 students. We are in a 55+ community with all kinds of clubs and activities. Sad how things change. Thanks for bringing back the happy memories of my long ago youth. All rights reserved. Fr Edward Dufficey was the Pastor at that time. The year is flying by but make sure to click here to view our events calendar to find out what's coming next. Was it Tony? Then there were the big productions down at the Michael Todd theatre where we would take a bus and have to have reserved seats and the curtains would part and there would be an intermission during the movie. joe falbo. I work here and have two children attend school here as well. Junior Achievement is here to support students, parents and teachers during this period of uncertainty. Hi, Joe! I know that he was also in that class. Please contact the school for more details. Pete Pagliuco here. We offer affordable tuition with a wide variety of scholarship opportunities for students and families. I will post more memories tomorrow. One of my favorite teachers was Eunice Woods and I remember Father Deffacy (Im sure that spelling is wrong) and having communion and other services at the church. When I started school there, since we didnt live close, I would ride there with my mom & be there for the 7:00 mass attended by the nuns. The Frances Xavier Warde School (FXW) is an amazing school - with an amazing school community! My mother was the Organist. St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church 524 Ninth Street Wilmette, IL 60091 Phone: (847) 256-4250 Email Us Directions. I am a little late to this party. We have been an FXW family for 8 years now. We all went to Sarnos Bakery and DiPrima and Chaiarmonte was our Pharmacy on Kedzie Ave (I think). 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. I was only in kindergarten but I remember her, standing by the windows looking into the courtyard and he telling me not to get to close or I would burn my legs on the heater! Wayne Watts Pastor 847-251-0771 Email Fr. He is 86 and is celebrating his 59th Anniv. Parish. . So many Memories would love to hear from all. St. Francis Xavier (SFX) School works in partnership with "the first school of Christian life," the family. I received all my Sacraments at Cabrini. Yes, she is my cousin. This is ABOVE both the Archdiocese of Chicago and National norms. I would so like to chat about our memories. Lucky. Some of the names on our block were Simone, DiPintino, Laurenzano, DeLegge, and now my mind draws a blank. Does anyone know this story? We moved from the neighborhood (Arthington St) in 1960 also to the Northwest side. We are a community committed to innovative education. If my mother couldnt pick me up I would be back to the convent after school. This is Frank RoseMarie Espositos nephew. And I do trust that you are in good health. I had 2 good friends there: Carol Rizzo and Leslie Caviccione. Reply to Cathy elyotbenit@att.net. In fact, while I was teaching, I would sometimes relate to my students how life was like on Lexington Street. St. Francis Xavier School differentiates itself from the other schools based on its philosophy of creating all rounded personalities rather than just lob sided academicians. My only daughter Jennifer has 2 boys, a 2-1/2 year old and a 1 month old, so that keeps me busy helping her and her husband Nick. by!! Great memory Angela! I attended Saint Frances Xavier Cabrini school until 1961 we live on Kedzie and Arthington Street we then moved to Belmont and Harlem area and I attended Saint William school for one year I also stayed with my grandmother on Lexington and Loomis for almost every summer vacation and on the weekends they have a lot of friends there all of my cousins attended Cabrini and all my sisters altogether there were seven of us. Frances Xavier Cabrini through 5th grade. Hi Anthony, If my parents didnt move, I would have graduated in 63. For Joe Falbogot anymore videos, films, photos of your family history that you can share with the Casa Italia Library Archives? I do recall Fr. There was a very heavy rain and the hole flooded with maybe 5 or 6 feet of water and the plywood forms were floating around down in the hole. I dont really see any childhood friends. I know its been awile since your letter about our school.I moved out of the neighborhood at age 11,moved to Lombard il.M address was 2853 w flournoy.I remember Bro Silvio and SR Teresine, she was the only teacher I ever had.We also had a girl whos parents owned Cladios Bakery. Since Appleton's first Catholic school opened in 1867, our . I attended Cabrini up to the 6th grade.(1978). I remember rosemary densa,tommy spinelli. My cousin Mary might remember more of the names as shes 10 years older than me. Lots of fun at recess. Remember the aroma of hot dogs and greasy fries from across the school as well. Fr. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Stay safe and stay blessed. I remember all the priests you mentioned also. UCS do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, national origin and/or ethnic origin in its administration policies, treatment of students, and its employment practices. Questions? ft. addition to St. Francis Xavier School. I attended this school and church from kindergarten to 8th grade, and it was wonderful. Such fond memories of the Church, School, Priests, and Nuns. I loved that school. Please include any comments on: The Frances Xavier Warde School - Graduation Mass. Her name was Maddalena Laurenzano and her husbands name was Nicola. Thank you for sharing Nancy, and Im glad you enjoyed my blog. assistance and tuition would be kept as affordable as We can't say enough great things about our beloved school. There is nothing like that here in the Tampa area. I attended mother cabrini school from third grade until graduation June 1952 .would love to hear from any of my school mates. So sad. At one point the building almost tipped over as they adjusted the rollers. Great work! Then to the playground on the closed street! Blessings to you as well. Sorry, again, I did include Rizzo initially. Faculty and staff refer to our communitys palpable, engaging energy. Cogo and Fr. Im still searching, but I was very excited to find the blog. Almost fell on my face running with my classmates to go find father Duffy. Lol, precious memories: how the linger! Thanks for responding. My mother was the organist Josephine LiPuma, I attended school there from 1950 to 58. It was a really nice trip. so glad you enjoyed the film robert!my mom always talks about your family and how much fun they had growing up next door to each other.my mom said they would sneak in and out each others bedroom windows to go out when they werent supposed to lol.my mom talks to your aunt lynn all the time.if you mention the dotes your family will know exactly who you are talking about! Anthony, my sincere sympathy on the passing of your brother John. I just meant it ended as we knew it when our Parish and school closed. I remember that well! It appears that we all have fond memories of our teachers: Sr. Lucy, Sr. Rosaria, Sr. Teresa, Sr. Raphael, Sr. Speranza. Your words have painted pictures in my mind that havent been there in so many years. She was very strict then also, but i learned a lot from her as I did all my other teachers(nuns) there from first through eighth grade. Hi Connie, How are you? I dont remember too much about my yr there but I vividly remember attending the wake at Granada Funeral home of a beautiful young girl (my age) that had died in the fire of Our Lady of Angels school. Ann Sineni and I were good friends, I remember. Compare St. Francis Xavier School to Other Schools School Details Grades PK, K-8 Students 437 Student-Teacher Ratio 15:1 National 17:1 Sonny Carnegios huge Lionel train set-up in his basement. I lived at 3045 W Polk St. Id walk to the corner and cross Sacramento to go to the school. Sister Lucy was my kindergarten teacher and I had Sister Speranza twice! Linda I went to that school in the 50s I left in seventh grade in 1960 I lived on Arthington and Kedzie I remember the nuns sister Rosario Duca, sister Lucy sister Teresa sister Gertrude sister Evelyn sister Raffael, Brother Silvio sister Speranza and the pastor was I think father Florian. I wonder what will become of the building? When is the application deadline for Frances Xavier Warde School? Your article was the only one I could find. We are both retired. Is Manzella your maiden name? Formerly Rosie L Harris sister Bernice and brother David. that you mention was owned by Willie & Delores Russo. Raphael and Phillips. Welcome to Our Elementary and Middle School, We offer Preschool, PreKinder, Kindergarten, Elementary & Middle School grades. Hot dog & a bag full of very greasy great fries. I just watched the video again it still warms my heart, Such a beautiful song what is the name of it and the artist that is singing? Hi Donna. I remember some of the nuns: Sister Phillips, Sister Rapheal, Sister Speranza (? 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. Im retired too, living in Bloomingdale, Illinois. No one has mentioned the school was originally located in an apartment building facing Polk ST.where the convent/school now stand. 606 E. Washington St. Medina, Ohio 44256 (330) 725-4968. 2022 by STFXCS. Chicago, IL 60661 Sister Alfonso.I havent heard that name since we moved in April of 1961. Colorado will replace Columbus Day with Cabrini Day, the first paid state holiday recognizing a woman in the US. I always wished I had the gift of singing. I think it was named Raymonds. It sure would be nice to get alumnae together. To this day I pray for her. Hi Frank, Willie Dickson was also in that class. If anyone from this class year stumble on this site please email me at lshamley61@ gmail.com. Prospect. Im sure thats where we first saw Ben Hur. We lived 3400 w Harrison. Designing Thoughts - www.esigners.in. Lucien used to play with us at recess time. My maiden name was Gianninigreat memories of the school and church..can remember watching the statue of Mother Cabrini and swear she was beathing. We loved Sarnos Bakery and went there all the time in fact there is a cookie we have never again seen in our lives usually sold at Christmas time it was a large dark cookie in the shape of a triangle and chocolate frosted. Create a free website or blog at WordPress.com. About. Your email address will not be published. We both retired. It was in the church rectory. Sadly she passed away about 3 years ago. I started looking for school information and had a hard time finding any until now. Best, Liz Terrones Class of 1963. Went to school with frank. Our mother, Rose Palma, was very active in the church snd school. What sports does Frances Xavier Warde School offer? 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