{"id":2540,"date":"2020-01-29T15:28:46","date_gmt":"2020-01-29T21:28:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/cathedralcrusaders.org\/?page_id=2540"},"modified":"2024-01-16T18:44:24","modified_gmt":"2024-01-16T18:44:24","slug":"faqs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/stfrancissartellschool.org\/faqs\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column]<div class=\"rt-vc-title style1\">\n\t<div class=\"vc_custom_1611255827316\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 style=\"\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"rtin-subtitle\" style=\"\">This is an exciting time for your child and your family! We're excited that you're looking at St. Francis Xavier, and we're more than happy to answer any questions you might have about your child's education. Our families often tell us that SFX was one of the best investments they made for their children. Below are some of the questions we get most, but if you have different questions, we'd love to answer those as well. Talk to you soon!<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<div id=\"mpc_accordion-49662e679dd0c65\" class=\"mpc-accordion mpc-init mpc-transition mpc-accordion--toggle \" ><ul class=\"mpc-accordion__content\"><li class=\"mpc-accordion__item \"><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__heading mpc-transition\"><div data-id=\"mpc_icon-72662e679dd0c29\" class=\"mpc-icon mpc-init mpc-transition mpc-effect-fade mpc-icon-hover \"><div class=\"mpc-icon-wrap\"><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-regular mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_carrot-right_alt2\"><\/i><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-hover mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_carrot-down_alt2\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><h3>Does our family have to be Catholic to attend St. Francis Xavier?<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__content mpc-container\" ><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__wrapper\">[vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No! We welcome families from any faith background. And don\u2019t worry, we will <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">always<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> respect your child\u2019s faith, and they will never be singled-out or made to feel different. Coexisting in a diverse world with people of different faiths, backgrounds, and schools-of-thought is a value we nurture in our students.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text]<\/div><\/div><\/li><li class=\"mpc-accordion__item \"><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__heading mpc-transition\"><div data-id=\"mpc_icon-72662e679dd0c29\" class=\"mpc-icon mpc-init mpc-transition mpc-effect-fade mpc-icon-hover \"><div class=\"mpc-icon-wrap\"><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-regular mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_carrot-right_alt2\"><\/i><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-hover mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_carrot-down_alt2\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><h3>What is your average class size?<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__content mpc-container\" ><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__wrapper\">[vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our average class size is 17 students. We have two classrooms of each grade.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text]<\/div><\/div><\/li><li class=\"mpc-accordion__item \"><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__heading mpc-transition\"><div data-id=\"mpc_icon-72662e679dd0c29\" class=\"mpc-icon mpc-init mpc-transition mpc-effect-fade mpc-icon-hover \"><div class=\"mpc-icon-wrap\"><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-regular mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_carrot-right_alt2\"><\/i><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-hover mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_carrot-down_alt2\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><h3>Is busing available for SFX students?<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__content mpc-container\" ><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__wrapper\">[vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Busing is provided for students living in the Sartell School District boundaries.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text]<\/div><\/div><\/li><li class=\"mpc-accordion__item \"><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__heading mpc-transition\"><div data-id=\"mpc_icon-72662e679dd0c29\" class=\"mpc-icon mpc-init mpc-transition mpc-effect-fade mpc-icon-hover \"><div class=\"mpc-icon-wrap\"><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-regular mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_carrot-right_alt2\"><\/i><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-hover mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_carrot-down_alt2\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><h3>Do you have special services for students who need extra help?<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__content mpc-container\" ><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__wrapper\">[vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. Students can receive Title 1 and special education services through Sartell-St. Stephen Schools. We also have a reading and math specialist at SFX.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text]<\/div><\/div><\/li><li class=\"mpc-accordion__item \"><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__heading mpc-transition\"><div data-id=\"mpc_icon-72662e679dd0c29\" class=\"mpc-icon mpc-init mpc-transition mpc-effect-fade mpc-icon-hover \"><div class=\"mpc-icon-wrap\"><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-regular mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_carrot-right_alt2\"><\/i><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-hover mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_carrot-down_alt2\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><h3>Does SFX have after school care programs?<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__content mpc-container\" ><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__wrapper\">[vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our after school care program runs until 5:30 p.m. each day. We also offer summer program for our students entering K-5. We do not have before care.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text]<\/div><\/div><\/li><li class=\"mpc-accordion__item \"><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__heading mpc-transition\"><div data-id=\"mpc_icon-72662e679dd0c29\" class=\"mpc-icon mpc-init mpc-transition mpc-effect-fade mpc-icon-hover \"><div class=\"mpc-icon-wrap\"><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-regular mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_carrot-right_alt2\"><\/i><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-hover mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_carrot-down_alt2\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><h3>Are there any specialty classes?<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__content mpc-container\" ><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__wrapper\">[vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We currently offer physical education, music, Spanish, media, library, and technology integration for all of our students.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text]<\/div><\/div><\/li><li class=\"mpc-accordion__item \"><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__heading mpc-transition\"><div data-id=\"mpc_icon-72662e679dd0c29\" class=\"mpc-icon mpc-init mpc-transition mpc-effect-fade mpc-icon-hover \"><div class=\"mpc-icon-wrap\"><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-regular mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_carrot-right_alt2\"><\/i><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-hover mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_carrot-down_alt2\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><h3>What is the school safety plan?<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__content mpc-container\" ><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__wrapper\">[vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We are a secure campus. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Teachers are trained by the Sartell Police in classroom safety.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text]<\/div><\/div><\/li><li class=\"mpc-accordion__item \"><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__heading mpc-transition\"><div data-id=\"mpc_icon-72662e679dd0c29\" class=\"mpc-icon mpc-init mpc-transition mpc-effect-fade mpc-icon-hover \"><div class=\"mpc-icon-wrap\"><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-regular mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_carrot-right_alt2\"><\/i><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-hover mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_carrot-down_alt2\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><h3>How does tuition work?<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__content mpc-container\" ><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__wrapper\">[vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">St. Francis Xavier does not turn anyone away due to financial concerns. Please <a href=\"https:\/\/stfrancissartellschool.org\/contact\/\">contact us<\/a> to discuss scholarship options.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text]<\/div><\/div><\/li><li class=\"mpc-accordion__item \"><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__heading mpc-transition\"><div data-id=\"mpc_icon-72662e679dd0c29\" class=\"mpc-icon mpc-init mpc-transition mpc-effect-fade mpc-icon-hover \"><div class=\"mpc-icon-wrap\"><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-regular mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_carrot-right_alt2\"><\/i><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-hover mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_carrot-down_alt2\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><h3>What is expected of parents in regards to fundraising?<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__content mpc-container\" ><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__wrapper\">[vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We have four fundraisers each year that we ask families to participate in:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fall service project of raking leaves for those in need<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SFX Rocks, a fundraiser with music, silent auction<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spring for Students dinner event, raising money for scholarships.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<\/div><\/div><\/li><li class=\"mpc-accordion__item \"><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__heading mpc-transition\"><div data-id=\"mpc_icon-72662e679dd0c29\" class=\"mpc-icon mpc-init mpc-transition mpc-effect-fade mpc-icon-hover \"><div class=\"mpc-icon-wrap\"><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-regular mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_carrot-right_alt2\"><\/i><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-hover mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_carrot-down_alt2\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><h3>Does SFX offer hot lunch?<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__content mpc-container\" ><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__wrapper\">[vc_column_text]Yes, we offer FREE breakfast and lunch for grades K-5. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.[\/vc_column_text]<\/div><\/div><\/li><li class=\"mpc-accordion__item \"><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__heading mpc-transition\"><div data-id=\"mpc_icon-72662e679dd0c29\" class=\"mpc-icon mpc-init mpc-transition mpc-effect-fade mpc-icon-hover \"><div class=\"mpc-icon-wrap\"><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-regular mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_carrot-right_alt2\"><\/i><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-hover mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_carrot-down_alt2\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><h3>Can we enroll our child in the middle of a school year?<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__content mpc-container\" ><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__wrapper\">[vc_column_text]Yes, let&#8217;s chat!\u00a0 We ask that you call the school office to set up a meeting with the principal prior to registering.[\/vc_column_text]<\/div><\/div><\/li><li class=\"mpc-accordion__item \"><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__heading mpc-transition\"><div data-id=\"mpc_icon-72662e679dd0c29\" class=\"mpc-icon mpc-init mpc-transition mpc-effect-fade mpc-icon-hover \"><div class=\"mpc-icon-wrap\"><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-regular mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_carrot-right_alt2\"><\/i><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-hover mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_carrot-down_alt2\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><h3>Do SFX students wear uniforms?<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__content mpc-container\" ><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__wrapper\">[vc_column_text]No, however we do have a dress code for our students.[\/vc_column_text]<\/div><\/div><\/li><li class=\"mpc-accordion__item \"><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__heading mpc-transition\"><div data-id=\"mpc_icon-72662e679dd0c29\" class=\"mpc-icon mpc-init mpc-transition mpc-effect-fade mpc-icon-hover \"><div class=\"mpc-icon-wrap\"><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-regular mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_carrot-right_alt2\"><\/i><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-hover mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_carrot-down_alt2\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><h3>Do you follow the calendar of local area school districts?<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__content mpc-container\" ><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__wrapper\">[vc_column_text]We use a hybrid calendar created from the Sartell &#8211; St. Stephen Public Schools and Catholic Community Schools.[\/vc_column_text]<\/div><\/div><\/li><li class=\"mpc-accordion__item \"><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__heading mpc-transition\"><div data-id=\"mpc_icon-72662e679dd0c29\" class=\"mpc-icon mpc-init mpc-transition mpc-effect-fade mpc-icon-hover \"><div class=\"mpc-icon-wrap\"><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-regular mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_carrot-right_alt2\"><\/i><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-hover mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_carrot-down_alt2\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><h3>Does St. Francis Xavier follow the curriculum standards required by the State of Minnesota?<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__content mpc-container\" ><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__wrapper\">[vc_column_text]Yes. 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