Parish. We are a community committed to innovative education. Angela Carmeline is my sister and Georgia is my first cousin. This is ABOVE both the Archdiocese of Chicago and National norms. I remember the apartment building at the Northeast corner of Sacramento and Polk being razed to make way for the new school building, and playing in the 10 foot deep rain flooded construction pit, using foundation forms as rafts, after a particularly heavy rain forced a halt to the construction. I was in heaven. There is a picture of a John Louis Coleman. My grandma lived at 3047 W. Polk St. I know the school and parish closed many years ago. I loved my school. Hi Nick. Are you still in Chicago? I think we moved into the new school in 51 or 52. Spelling) also remember a few people like Corinne Perino, Nancy Sineni, Julie. They say you cant go back, but it warms the heart to read all of these happy memories and get reacquainted with all of you again. We lived across the street at 2946 W. Lexington. My father Robert Guerrieri and family lived at 2928 Lexington from at least 1935 til they sold the house in 1961. I m probably a bit younger, but the names of the nuns and teachers I remember from my older siblings. I know there have been problems, but I am so thankful! My husband and I have lived in Florida for the last 19 years. Welcome! The Frances Xavier Warde School is a Catholic elementary school in downtown Chicago. I begin attending Cabrini in sixth grade following the King assassination and riots in 1968. Me and my cousin scaled buildings, jumped roofs, played tight rope on the railroad tracks, climbed fences and went into buildings that had a fire. 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!. Hope you are doing well. We moved to Bellwood in the late summer of 1953, so he didnt graduate from St. Frances. Stay safe and stay blessed , Hello everyone, I attended Mother Cabrini from 09-1958 to 06-1959 6th grade. My family moved in 1960. All these memories of Cabrini arte so wonderful to read. The project provides new and expanded spaces for My younger brother Jerald LiPuma also attended school there he graduated in 1961. Friday Mass will be at 7:00 am in the XC instead of at Noon and Friday Adoration is in the JPII Chapel (455 Table Rock Road) from Noon-5:00 pm. 379 followers . My email is LLt 125@aol.com if my classmates see this. I am on Facebook. We also have a Facebook online. I remember the hot dog stand across the street. Compare St. Francis Xavier School to Other Schools School Details Grades PK, K-8 Students 437 Student-Teacher Ratio 15:1 National 17:1 Joef posted it on Youtube the link is in his comment dated 10/23/2013. What memories! I graduated in 1957. HI , I went to Cabrini from 1951-1959. She wanted to create a school where children would receive It was for one of my fellow students. Saint Xavier University Schools Colleges & Universities Educational Services Website 26 YEARS IN BUSINESS (773) 298-3000 3700 W 103rd St Chicago, IL 60655 CLOSED NOW 3. Imust give my parents a great deal of credit for allowing me on this trip. i attended the school much later when there were regular teachers and the school became racially mixed. We lived at 3045 W Polk and moved around 1959_1960. At 12:00pm each day we hadrecess and we were allowed to go outside and play. 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! We moved from the neighborhood (Arthington St) in 1960 also to the Northwest side. 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. The priests and nuns were wonderful, too. Truly miss your relatives bakery, Espositos; the aroma of fresh Italian bread, and pastries! I went on to Providence High School. Thanks for bringing back the happy memories of my long ago youth. I presently live in SWFlorida. Yes, we both remember Dennis Kendall. Thank you for sharing. Thank you for sharing Nancy, and Im glad you enjoyed my blog. So sad to see what has happened over the years to the neighborhood. Number of floors? Please share your stories so this school and church will not be forgotten. 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! What a wonderful description of the school, church, and neighborhood. Charles who actually left to join the Air Force. The focus on diversity and inclusion is at the center of FXW's mission. While at Saint Francis Cabrini I attained so many of my sacraments there, however I was baptized at Our Lady of Sorrows. I remember you and your mom very well. On January 10, 1910, a four-room combination convent/school was opened. More than 500 students, in Preschool Reading all the different brought back many memories. I graduated in 1964 and I am curious to know if any of my former classmates are in touch with this site. Lexington, Arthington, Flournoy, Taylor, and Harrison. Fridays - 7:30am - 1:30pm. Welcome to Our Elementary and Middle School, We offer Preschool, PreKinder, Kindergarten, Elementary & Middle School grades. She was such a nice woman. We can't imagine finding a better school for our kids anywhere, honestly. The riots divided the community and we could no longer look at each other the same way. My cousin Mary might remember more of the names as shes 10 years older than me. She must still live in the area. 1983 Krissy Stone (Schwarzer) Created by: Krissy Stone (Schwarzer) 21 Photos. Please contact the school for more details. Its almost likethe school and churchnever existed. . Her brother, Robert, served in the army during WWII and was with Eisenhower when they liberated Dachau. I started thinking of my old neighborhood where I had many friends because a mass shooting happened at Polk & California this past October 31. Was the man who owned the grocery store on Sacramento Jimmy? Debbie DiOrio Abruzzo, hi everyone.most of my immediate family lived on the 2900 block of west lexington street for many years,from the early 1900s until approx 1962.growing up and even today i love to hear stories about the neighborhood.my mother graduated from mother cabrini in 1953.my grandmother/aunts were active in the church for all those years.i have a bit of movie footage from my great grandparents 50th wedding anniversary at mother cabrini.the church wasnt completely finished at the time.i have it posted on my youtube page http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aGUdUjF1z8s&feature=share&list=UUD6PTrH9Vuwx0jy17y7VU-w, it shows the inside of the church and outside walking from lexington street and out in front of the church(sacramento blvd).hope it brings back memories and everyone enjoys it! The male driver gently lifted me up and asked if I was okay. Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities, Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA), Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS), Lake Michigan Association of Independent Schools (LMAIS), British International School of Chicago, Lincoln Park, private school tuition across the country. it shows them walking from home(2916 w lexington)to mother cabrini and shows inside the church and outside in front on sacramento blvd.if i remember one of the altar boys seen briefly in the film is a guerrieri!! 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. Very interesting Elizabeth, We used the same street as you mentioned for recess. May you and yours have safe and enjoyable holidays. 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. I attended Cabrini grammar school through 5th grade. I even have a photo of her in our backyard. I remember you, Bernice, and David. I attended St. Philip HS. My family lived on Polk Street about a half block east of California, and I started there in fourth grade. I graduated in 1959. I found a class picture from 1948, and another from 1952. Father Lucky was a great friend and mentor. We lived on west Arthington. My mom would bring us pizza for lunch at Mother Cabrini. Church is still there, the convent building, etc. "A story of rainbows and love" written by Shahastra is helping these kids and adults learn about love from rainbows. I just celebrated my 70th birthday as well! I graduated in 1959. Served Mass with Father Coco in 61. This is Marjorie Moretti and I lived at 824 So California Ave and was just reminiscing of going to Mother Cabrini Church and School. We are both retired. You see these themes woven into everyday life at FXW seamlessly. I remember when they were constructing the new school building. I promised in a earlier post to scan them and post them somewhere. My email is donna.blaha@gmail.com. There were 10 kids, including Carmine, Sarah (Dolly), Marie, Lorraine, Robert, Anthony, Alex, Joseph, Anna and Frank. We offer affordable tuition with a wide variety of scholarship opportunities for students and families. After school co-curriculars consist of volleyball, basketball, chess club, STEM classes, choir, flag football, trigonometry club, debate club and more! Her name was Maddalena Laurenzano and her husbands name was Nicola. My friend Carmela and I went to Cathedral H.S. and supports inclusion among our people, projects and community. I was also friends with Rosalie Guerrieri and Barbara Elia. We had access to Sr Raphaels candy room on the 2nd floor. We both retired. There was no reply under your name, so I replied to myself in the hopes that youd read this. My brother John Terrones was a year ahead of me, and Im sure he was in the same class as your sister Rosemarie. This fall, we launch our multi-year, $100 million campaign to ensure that Saint Francis students and educators have the tools and resources they need to make a transformative impact. I did, though, tell Dennis La Montagna and Fat Albert (Mike Hardy), and they ran to help him. My parents moved in 1960 and I graduated from grammar school also in 1963. I was almost trampled in the doorway by some football players who couldnt get out fast enough. St. Francis Xavier School has been recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as a 2020 National Blue Ribbon School, marking the second time the La Grange institution has been honored. Hi Connie, How are you? Your email address will not be published. Hope some of you are still reading this site! I also remember Fr Florian who literally became our priest throughout my life all the way to baptizing my own children. Sister Philip was my eighth grade teacher and Sister Speranza for seventh grade. So easy to love each other without fear or prejudices. Some of the Nuns no longer wore their habits, and there was a rumor that one hadmarried a former priest. Thank you for your wonderful memories and input. I attended mother cabrini school from third grade until graduation June 1952 .would love to hear from any of my school mates. It was a great Italian neighborhood. We explore the importance of teaching students how to attribute the work and ideas of others. Joe High School Science and Mathematics Teacher at St Francis Xavier College Greater Melbourne Area. The Frances Xavier Warde School. 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. My name is Janice, my maiden name is Barro. I graduated from Cabrini in 64. My mother was the Organist. I could walk up to the window of our apartment building and sneak my little sister candy. Get Involved. after graduating from Cabrini. I taught Spanish mostly at the high school level. Our mother lived to be 92, but dad died at 77. Hi Elizabeth, my name is Anthony Coleman. [5] St. Hilary School Have a great day and thanks for replying. I was the youngest of 3 girls, my sisters are Valerie and Linda. Mike Dote, Hi, my name is Tony Coleman and I graduated in the class of 64, unfortunately there were only 13 in my class. My dad Carmelo worked for alittle grocery store Dominic across from Manely. Lucky. 41420 - St. Francis Xavier School, LaGrange (3) 41430 - St. Francis Xavier School, Wilmette (1) 41450 - St. Gall School (1) 41460 - St. Genevieve School (1) . and I do so remember the name Pat Donnamariawish my mother were still alive so I could tell her (she died a year ago today) she would have loved talking about it. ft. addition to St. Francis Xavier School. I lived at 3045 w polk st. We had such a wonderful turnout My brother graduated in 1962 and my sister in 1966. 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. This is the earliest age students may enroll in educational preschool programming for the school. Reply to Cathy elyotbenit@att.net. it was very traumatic. Registration now open for the 2022-2023 school year . I especially remember Robert. are amazing and truly connect with your kids to learn how they learn best. How are you? It has 427 students in grades PK, K-8 with a student-teacher ratio of 13 to 1. Prior to building the church mass was held at Granata Funeral Home in Italian on Sundays & my mother was 16 & played the organ at the mass. Thats amazing! I will share it with the surviving Guerrieris and Iovinellis who also lived on Lexington. assistance and tuition would be kept as affordable as I think you and I hung out a bit on and off when our mothers visited. I also remember Faldo cheese, wasnt there a store on Taylor street, next to Scafuri bakery? Hello Elizabeth I was in your graduating class back in 1963. They made for interesting football games, where the quarterback would tell the receiver to go to the first car and cut to the middle. That nun must have thanked me 3 times for those stockings. He and Father Edward Dufficy will always be remembered assome of thegreat faces from St. Frances Xavier Cabrini School, and St. Frances Xavier Cabrini Church. So my grandfather Vincent Mamolella paid the $1 and arranged to have it moved to his lot at 3011. Our best friends had no color and if there were boundaries we did not see them. Feel very Blessed to have lived in this neighborhood of LOVE and RESPECT. Is Manzella your maiden name? Small world. 2022 by STFXCS. I am Patricias cousin, Angela Paletta Cullen. About. Required fields are marked *. 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. Hi Donna, my name is Tony Coleman and I attended Cabrini from 6th through 8th grades. Leo and his friends called him Chin because he had a long chin. Not on facebook but will check back periodically. Does anybody know if Jill. Those were the days nuns used a ruler to discipline. I think we went there at the same time. (I forgot about the classrooms in the church basement, but remember it now that you mentioned it.) Colorado will replace Columbus Day with Cabrini Day, the first paid state holiday recognizing a woman in the US. I attended Cabrini up to the 6th grade.(1978). Graduated in 67 from Siena High on Central and Washington. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Oh yes! I remember St. Francis Cabrini and the neighborhood. St. Francis Xavier Catholic Parish. We offer Preschool, PreKinder, Kindergarten, Elementary & Middle School grades. Frances Xavier Cabrini through 5th grade. We lived on the Island at Austin and Roosevelt Rd .I graduated in 68 my brother Frank in 67 from Austin High, did you go to Austin or one of the all girl high schools in the area. Good to hear from you! We lived with my grandfather (Harry Lindvall) at 2943 W Harrison, next to Zivs, Harrison and Sacramento. Take care. George, as I remember, you and I were the shortest kids in our class. To foster a healthy spirit of competition, many inter-house competitions are held in the school. Remember Bingo in the basement of the School? We are a community that is purposely diverse and intentionally inclusive. I still have the cross. 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. The bread was out of his world and so were the sweets. Great, great memories!!! St. Francis Xavier Parish was established in 1904. Others found it incredulous. We were actually the first graduating class in 1959. 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. Please include any comments on: The Frances Xavier Warde School - Graduation Mass. I visited once and they were only using the first floor. All of the teachers and staff (shout out to the student success team!) What a small world that you worked there. I take my grandsons to all the museums, and recently to the Art Institute for the first time not to mention the zoo, parks and beaches. In 1989, the late First Lady of Chicago Maggie Daley approached We can't say enough great things about our beloved school. 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. Lucian Morselli, Fr. I received all my Sacraments at Cabrini. We moved away in 1960 when I would be entering the 8th grade and my sister, Rosemarie the sixth. The attendance decreased to about 300 in 2018 or 2019. Visit fxw.org to register. I enjoyed the video very muchthank you! Tests that are either required or recommended for admission to the school. I was taught by all the nuns you mentioned. I do recall Fr. I graduated Cabrini in 1959 and then went to Providence HS. possible. I graduated from Mother Cabrini in 1963 just before moving out of the neighborhood. Lucien used to play with us at recess time. Check with relatives about where you lived. History I remember you, Marjorie! They were mainly fond memories. Wishing you well. As of a year ago, Manley was still in existence as a high school. Was just told about this page. Hi Rosalie, The Student-Teacher Ratio for preschools is reported directly by the school. lol I cried when we left the neighborhood. Pat Gallagher, I attended mother Cabrini from 53 to 61 we moved when I was in seventh grade I do remember Louis Rizzo and a soda fountain across from the school I think I took money out of my church envelope to go buy a soda one time and I was scared for a long time I used to fight with Louis Rizzo almost every day we were in school, I dont know if anyone remembers Father Lucky. Ive often wondered what happened to this memorial. We lived at 3143 Arthington in a 3 flat with my cousins upstairs and downstairs. joe falbo. This programplaced selected impoverished inner city children withwelcominghost families for a two-weekvacation in a different environment. Memory not good anymore. The School prepares its students to appear in the Indian School Certificate Examination (ICSE) at the Class X level and Indian School Certificate (ISC) examination in the class XII level. Hope you are well. I loved my school and the nuns. I had Ms Spazio in 2nd grade 1958/59? God bless you Saint Francis Xavier Cabrini. Fri, Mar 3. 751 N. State St. Chicago, IL . Also my brother and sister, and all my cousins. I dont remember exactly how many were in my class, but I think it was 50. Shortly after, she and her family moved to the suburbs, and my family bought a house in the Logan Square neighborhood, where I also bought a 2-flat. When is the application deadline for Frances Xavier Warde School? I attended Mother Cabrini in the 50s. I lived at 2818 W Flournoy. The core values at FXW (Purposely Diverse, Intentionnaly Inclusive) are exhibited every day from the dedicated and caring professionals. So inspiring! Are you still in Chicago? I remember attending 1st grade in that building, but, remember it facing Sacramento Blvd. I remember a Barbara Ann Cincotta in Frist grade at Cabrini in 1952. Yes, that is very sad Cabrini had lost so many students and parishioners. Clergy Rev. St. Xavier's High School, Patna (often abbreviated as SXS Patna or SXHS), is a private Catholic primary and secondary school, located in the neighborhood of Gandhi Maidan in Patna, Bihar, India.Established in 1940, it is the oldest Jesuit school in the city of Patna and in the state of Bihar, established by missionaries from the American Chicago Province of the Society of Jesus. Please pray for us! He is still active in healing ministry . The movie was Lilliesof The Field and it starred a very young Sidney Poitier. She comes to those Melrose Park get togethers of Leos. Contact the Archdiocese of Chicago for any information you may need. by!! My grandparents, Mike and Sanita lived upstairs. And each time everyone would say that they would gladly give up their new homes in the suburbs to return to their flats in the old neighborhood next to the church and school. I went to Providence St. Mel High School 1971-1975. Our mother, Rose Palma, was very active in the church snd school. 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. He unfortunately passed away about two years ago. Sadly in 1972 he was abducted and killed while on duty as a police officer..I will never forget him. My name is Stanley Rushing, 1968 to 69 Regina Williams sat in front of me please reach out. Lol, precious memories: how the linger! If you know of any other Cabrini kids, please invite them to join. Our publication to share diverse information that reflects our community. I dont really see any childhood friends. I was in 4th grade when I went to have lunch in the new school basement. If anyone from this class year stumble on this site please email me at lshamley61@ gmail.com. You Know You Are in a Progressive School When Old St. Patrick`s Campus, commonly referred to as"OSP," I can also remember the neighborhood changed. The riots were what made my parents move. Wow I too was doing research on this school when I came across this forum. We were going through my moms stuff and I she had my graduating class of 1961photo. The kids in the neighborhood had names like Jojo, Sally Boy, Pepo, Plum-Plumthose are special memories that are priceless! La Grange. We intended to send our oldest to preschool at FXW and then consider a move to the burbs for first grade- FXW has kept us in the city! I am Diane and we called you Rosemary. I still have a cross he gave me that day. My husband attended the school there until 1961 until his family moved to Berwyn. Stations of the Cross 7:00 PM Saint Francis Xavier. 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,. Rosie you dont remember me I was quiet and shy when I attended Cabrini in 1968-1971, sixth through eighth grade. It also supports St. Francis ability to remain competitive with area schools in providing a diversified curriculum, academic support, and special services. I moved to Florida 16 years ago when my daughter in law passed away & recycled as a mom to my then 3 year old Grandaughter who is now a Siohmore in college. Thanks so much for responding. feel free to join that as well..I was at Cabrini from 1950 to 1959 when I graduated. Holy Name Cathedral Campus (HNC) 4th - 8th Grade. Oh myI attended kindergarten at Mother Cabrini in the mid 50s. There is also a Facebook for us. I remember rosemary densa,tommy spinelli. Hard to believe it was so long ago. We moved to Colorado and lived there for over 32 years, just recently returning. Holy Trinity High School (Catholic) Add to Compare (13) Grades: 9-12 | 348 students 520.8 miles 1443 W Division Street Chicago, IL 60642 Late Id go back to see my mom & then to school. I guess that your dad. Stay safe and stay blessed . I am on Facebook and if you friend request I will surely reply. I didnt recognize it! Ill have to see if I can find my graduation book. I still remember so many of my friends there. hi there!! We played five games and we were a perfect 0 and 5. lol, Tony,my name is Frank Cesario I have a picture of my 1963 graduating class from St. Frances Cabtini. Both my brother, Michael, and I attended Mother Cabrini starting in about 1954. Remember the aroma of hot dogs and greasy fries from across the school as well. Maybe someone could enlighten regarding some earlier riots. Hello, friends and acquaintances from the past-our beautiful past. The Frances Xavier Warde School is a Catholic elementary school in downtown Chicago that provides an academically excellent, values-oriented education to students of all ethnic, religious, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds in a child-centered urban environment. through grade 3 begin their FXW journey here. I moved away in 1960. I live in Roselle, Illinois. Carmel in Melrose Park. Community truly defines who we are. She also had a younger sister. Formerly Rosie L Harris sister Bernice and brother David. Joe: I remember your mother. Fr. We are a community that serves others. So sad. Site powered by The Archdiocese of Chicago . 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. I was about 10Years old. Beginning with the demolition of the schools existing gymnasium, the program provided an addition which includes a new gymnasium, two floors of classrooms, a cafeteria and common spaces. We lived 3400 w Harrison. I graduated in 1971. This is Mike Dote. Greater Chicago Area. I can still remember how she looked in her pink silk dress. I was in that riot in the Pier Room and a policeman grabbed me and locked me in a broom closet. Glad you have joined this group. My Brothers and I when there for 3rd and 4th grade. Im sure thats where we first saw Ben Hur. I wish I knew how to add a photo. MaryAnn married twice. Both Chucks wife (Anne) and my mom (Rose) worked there as well. Unfortunately the class of 64 only had 13 We lived on Polk then we moved to 717 S Sacramento. Class of 1974. (Im glad my children were never as foolish as I). I used to get my haircuts from Tony the barber down the street in his basement. I would love to hear from her. Yes, she is my cousin. Your article doesnt say when you attend St Francis Cabrini. I remember the Bridgeport crew. Hello and thank you for placing this here. We are a community of faith. Data Sources Academics A Diversity A+ Teachers A fxw.org (312) 466-0700 751 N. STATE ST. / 120 S. DESPLAINES ST. CHICAGO, IL 60654 About Frances Xavier Warde School. Thanks! It provides information and resources about religion, cultures, and what's happening within the FXW community. Lucien Morselli. Was it a soap factory? We have an Extended Day Program open from 6:30am-6pm & summer camp! It was nice hearing from you! My memories also includes my first viewing of a movie. Please contact the school for more details. 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