Where do you live now? I think I can still remember the beautiful Italian names of at least 10 of my classmates-although there were 50 in a class and one nun! I liked Ronnie, he was a lot of fun. Light the Way: Advancing Saint Francis High School, our new comprehensive fundraising campaign, continues this enduring cycle. I thought your mom had a beautiful voice. Are you still in Chicago? Sadly, my sister Joyce died last year. 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. I lived on the 3700 w Arthington. St. Francis Xavier is a Roman Catholic Parish and Preschool - Grade 8 School located in Medina, Ohio, off of State Route 18. I have very fond memories of Cabrini Sis. K-12. Take care hope to here from you again. Served Mass with Father Coco in 61. The property was located on the poverty-stricken west side of Chicago at 751 S. Sacramento Boulevard, Chicago, Illinois . Im Angela Paletta. Classes I To X To Wear Summer Uniform From 27.02.2023, Classes I To XII School Uniform Counter. It was a beautiful experience, and after the program ended,my host family remained in touch and paidfor my next visit. (Im glad my children were never as foolish as I). She was very strict. When we attended school, we had morning and afternoon recess, and Lexington St. was barricaded at lunchtime so we could play in the street as well as in the playground. 2020 Saint Xavier University achieves an enrollment milestone in welcoming its largest freshman class in the institution's nearly 175-year history, despite challenges posed by COVID-19. Thanks! Sister Alfonso.I havent heard that name since we moved in April of 1961. The attendance decreased to about 300 in 2018 or 2019. Hi Linda Since Appleton's first Catholic school opened in 1867, our . pop dispenser machines where you had to move the bottle thru the machine. Thank you for sharing Nancy, and Im glad you enjoyed my blog. I remember that well! I also remember the glass casket and the memorial. My sister and I went to our beloved St Frances Cabrini School from 1954 to 1960. Hope you are doing well. Florian Girometta, Fr. We lived across the street at 2946 W. Lexington. I truly enjoyed reading all the entries of those who lived in the neighborhood and attended Cabrini. I remember your mother very well. It was nice hearing from you! longj750@comcast.net I can also remember the neighborhood changed. The Cabrini neighborhood was the best, and I doubt those neighborhoods exist anymore. History; Mission Statement; Namesake; Our Charisms; . I remember having fond memories of Sister Louis, and Sister Phillips (she was my brothers 8th grade teacher). Also, I remember Srs. My best memories are at St. Frances X Cabrini School. I attended from 1946-1953. Please share your stories so this school and church will not be forgotten. I remember you and your brother John. We also went to Scafuri bakery which was right around the corner from where we lived on Polk St. Fr. We shopped at a little grocery store named Zenas that was in the middle of our block. Hi just came across this page .Love it. He gave me a lovely cross as a memento and I still have it. Welcome to the Xavier Catholic School System. The Frances Xavier Warde School is a Catholic elementary school in downtown Chicago. I do on occasion see Joe Ponce at St. Philip reunions. I forgot to mention the name Belpidio. Great work! We moved to Berwyn but my mother continued as organist until the church closed. I think it was named Raymonds. My mother kept many of our class pictures. Frances Xavier Warde Schools Unclaimed 751 North State Street, Chicago, IL 60654 Contact info Website Private schools are not rated 24 reviews Private school ? Frances Gasparro, I graduated Cabrini in 1959. My 1st grade teacher was Sister Evelyn. I attended this school for 5 years, graduated from 8th grade in 1974! Your mom is very fortunate to still be in contact with her classmates. I had a Sam Esposito and I believe Jeanette Esposito, another Esposito boy but I am not sure of his first name, I think he was Sams cousin. Not sure what street my grandparents lived on. Hi would that grocery store on California and Harrison be owened by Carlos. Would love to see that 8th grade picture. I am seeing people mentioning riots and I only recall the riots and devastation when Dr. Martin Luther King was killed. I used to hang in the west cafeteria where I met Dennis in a pinochle game. Many of my memories are kind of vague, but I do remember a trip that seemed to be sponsored by the church, to a farm. Rosie you dont remember me I was quiet and shy when I attended Cabrini in 1968-1971, sixth through eighth grade. Hope some of you are still reading this site! We moved to the Austin District in 1960 when I was in the middle of 5th grade. I lived at 3014 W. Lexington and I went to kindergarten at St Francis Cabrini school. Coco. I remember our pastor, Fr. Edwards Sis.Phillips and Father Charles are some of the names and of course Mr. Rittenberg we attend Cabrini in the mid 60s. assistance and tuition would be kept as affordable as What memories! I am on Facebook and if you friend request I will surely reply. Memory not good anymore. 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. I lived right across the street on the corner of Harrison and California. I remember talking to my friend Stan over the phone at night practicing our Latin to become altar boys. I had Sr. Lucy in kindergarten. I have wonderful memories of my years there & our nuns.i still have the photos of me dressed in their habit for the mass at the Cathedral downtown for Mission Sunday. Ohhh I loved it. I remember you, Marjorie! Create a free website or blog at WordPress.com. My mother was the Organist. Holy Name Cathedral Campus, commonly referred to as"HNC," We became fast friends and have been for decades. So sad to see what has happened over the years to the neighborhood. andindividual growth of our students in a safe environment. My Aunt and Uncle were the Lullos, you might remember my cousin Dolores Lullo. You contact me at LLT125@aol.com. When I tell my children and rattle off their names, they look at me with crossed eyes and say Weve heard this story so many times dad!. percent of this School`s students would receive financial Thanks so much for responding. We have an Extended Day Program open from 6:30am-6pm & summer camp! Please Contact the school for more information. I actually saw the building I grew up in. Im feeling motivated now and will try to do that in the next week in hopes that some of you can put a name to the many faces that I cant place. She wanted to create a school where children would receive The only nun I remember is Sister Henry. he would come in and make himself comfortable, stretching his legs and putting his feet right up on the cocktail table. Playing marbles in the dirt. This propertywas locatedon the poverty-strickenwest side of Chicago at 751 S. Sacramento Boulevard, Chicago, Illinois, 60612. I remember you, Bernice, and David. Lived at 3045 w. Polk st. We moved in 1960. I have two sisters, Rosemarie and Emily who also attended. I am a little late to this party. After a particularly heavy rain the hole for the foundation was badly flooded. Yes, its sad that that area is so crime-ridden. Mrs scafuri would give me a slice if her delicious italian bread after school in kindergarten and first grade. Bulley & Andrews served as construction manager for the new, 22,300 sq. Best regards to all my classmates- hope your journey has been much-blessed! There were 10 kids, including Carmine, Sarah (Dolly), Marie, Lorraine, Robert, Anthony, Alex, Joseph, Anna and Frank. Sr Philip was our 8th grade teacher. I attended .St. Angela Carmeline is my sister and Georgia is my first cousin. Such special times And I think we were all very humble and well-behaved. 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. I remember you being in my class at Cabrini. The nuns were the best! Its like yesterday. 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. I also remember Bro. My maiden name is Loretta Lambert. I wish I knew how to add a photo. We walked to school with mom and passed Manley school on the way. 2022 by STFXCS. I remember the Ordination, I also sang in the choir until the church closed. We have 3 kids that are all very different learners and FXW has done an amazing job of meeting them each where they are at. Those were the days nuns used a ruler to discipline. And, I still remember the nuns taking us into the church and directing small groups of students to a small anterior room filled with statues to pray. Are you related? Loved the school and Fr. It would be good to see you guys sometime if we could arrange a time to get together. I remember admiring 2 pony-tailed classmates with bucket purses that I thought were the ultimate city girls. I used to go therein the morning with my mom and after the first Mass go to the convent with the nuns to have breakfast. 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. You can visit our nuns at their Mother House Sacred Heart Academy FaceBook page, Now, the nuns a known as The Apostles of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. But I do take issue with your statement regarding the neighborhood coming to an end. I lived at 824 S California while attending St. Frances . I will list six names that I recall were in our class. About. My Brothers and I when there for 3rd and 4th grade. I hope you are well during these difficult times. I moved away in 1960. I do remember Espositos Bakery. Lived on Lockwood and Washington. This is Marjorie Moretti and I lived at 824 So California Ave and was just reminiscing of going to Mother Cabrini Church and School. The school and church was a melting pot of ethnic flavors and reflected the neighborhood in which we lived. The full- and part-time staff of Saints JFX Parish are dedicated to serving the needs of the Church and would be happy to talk to you and help in any way we can! I was so honored. p: 312-466-0700 John was with me last night as I celebrated I attended from 1953 to 1961 when we moved to Glen Ellyn sadly at the beginning of my eight grade. I am Diane and we called you Rosemary. Elizabeth, I doubt Sacramento was ever blocked for recess, since it was and still is a major north-south street. Stay safe and stay blessed. Fr Lucien gave me a cross on his 25th anniversary as a priest. What wonderful memories. The hot dog stand on Sacramento Blvd. Formerly Rosie L Harris sister Bernice and brother David. Head Of School Letter; Head of School Message; With Mission in Mind; FXW at a Glance. Sorry, again, I did include Rizzo initially. Anyone remember that? I wonder what will become of the building? I loved that school. You were in my class. Take care, stay stay safe Busy all the time and enjoying the lovely weather and nature down here. I graduated from Cabrini in 1963. This website brings back so many fond memories. (I forgot about the classrooms in the church basement, but remember it now that you mentioned it.) It provides information and resources about religion, cultures, and what's happening within the FXW community. Lucian used to visit our house and my aunts home next door. HI , I went to Cabrini from 1951-1959. How they linger! Frances Xavier Warde School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Largest student body. I have them from grades 3, 5, 6, 7, and 8. Wow I too was doing research on this school when I came across this forum. That was during my sophmore year, sometime around 1954-1955. My brother is 4 years younger than me and was a graduate in 1957. Karlas and my favorite was I Confess with Montgomery Clift. Remember the aroma of hot dogs and greasy fries from across the school as well. God Bless and stay safe. [5] St. Hilary School Hello Lenoa. I didnt recognize it! Fr. I was so proud of my school. I attended kindergarten 5th grade (1963-1968). and stay blessed. Please find me on Facebook (Liz Terrones and pic of my brother and I). Others found it incredulous. Frances Xavier Cabrini through 5th grade. The neighborhood boys and I had a great time playing on those floating forms until we got kicked out of there. But by the next morning they cleared the Blvd and placed the building square on the foundation! I worked with Joe Sonny in the 80s for a couple years. We moved out in 1960. I graduated in 1971. In my classroom was Jimmy Jacks, Lawrence Patrick and Torrance Brooks. Anyone reading this message, please reply if you are interested. Rosalie, what years did you attend? Her name was Maddalena Laurenzano and her husbands name was Nicola. 772. Her brother, Robert, served in the army during WWII and was with Eisenhower when they liberated Dachau. btw i posted much earlier a video of my great grandparents 50th wedding anniversary mass. I was in that riot in the Pier Room and a policeman grabbed me and locked me in a broom closet. Great fun. I hope all is well with you. St. Francis Xavier Catholic School System is a private Catholic school system offering preschool through 12th grade Catholic education to the Fox Valley and surrounding communities. The project provides new and expanded spaces for Such great memories! What a nice surprise to hear from you. I lived at 2912 W Flournoy. Sadly she passed away about 3 years ago. Both service and faith are woven into the curriculum that serve as the foundation for teaching kindness, empathy, and love for one's neighbor. I remember Brother Silvio giving us instruction on serving Mass and Father Coco being the pastor. My name is Nick Agliata. Some friends were Jeannine Schiavo and Betty Giunta. I just realized I had the same teachers as Angela Cullen! To foster a healthy spirit of competition, many inter-house competitions are held in the school. 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