We moved to Bellwood in the late summer of 1953, so he didnt graduate from St. Frances. I attended this school and church from kindergarten to 8th grade, and it was wonderful. I lived on Polk Street until 1959 then my family moved to the Southwest side of Chicago. Im retired too, living in Bloomingdale, Illinois. The nuns were the best! We have been an FXW family for 8 years now. Cutara who is still living. Other memories that arent so vague, but still pretty clear are of the riots following Dr. Kings assasination. I realized that I said that the 6th and 7th were in one room. We moved to the Austin District in 1960 when I was in the middle of 5th grade. I to remember father Coco. Funerals . After that, classes were held in the church basement which was sectioned off with plywood walls into classrooms. joe falbo. You must be enjoying life in Florida. So many of your names are familar-Rosalie Guerieri-my mother was dear friends with your mother Mary growing up. The nuns would take us there and pray to her I went there for 1st and 2nd grade in 1955. Welcome. Do you know when Manley closed? It was like living in Italy. Lived on Lockwood and Washington. St. Francis Xavier Parish School, La Grange is a private, Catholic school located in LA GRANGE, IL. We can't say enough great things about our beloved school. We had been very active in the Church and school, and remember Father Cogo, Father Lucky and Btr. The E-W streets in the neighboorhood were Polk. I can also remember the neighborhood changed. We all had our special Nuns Sister Henry, Sister Louis, or Sister Phillips. His boyhood friends have been getting together a few times a year just to keep in touch with each other. Welcome to our group. I attended Cabrini from 1951 to 1959. I really appreciate the film. Hi just came across this page .Love it. I am retied and live in Arizona.My Email is mrnicksdec@hotmail.com.Love to here from you. So my grandfather Vincent Mamolella paid the $1 and arranged to have it moved to his lot at 3011. The school and church closed in 1987, but the impact lives on. Welcome to the Xavier Catholic School System. Since Appleton's first Catholic school opened in 1867, our . Patty and I used to stay after school and help the nuns clean the room. We were all so innocent and care free. I work here and have two children attend school here as well. St. Francis Xavier School - Metairie, LA School Calendar Find us on Facebook Facebook We are on Amazon Smile! Hi Frank! Her name was Maddalena Laurenzano and her husbands name was Nicola. There was a Louis Manzella in my class. 4th-8thgrade, continue on to graduation. It sure would be nice to get alumnae together. I have to admit it was not easy and I did feel alienated, gradually I managed to learn the language. At RenWeb, our goal was always to provide you with the best experience possible when it came to communicating with your childrens school. The school initially housed four Sisters of Providence who welcomed . I had a melting pot of friends. It provides information and resources about religion, cultures, and what's happening within the FXW community. FXW has great after school co-curriculars that add to the wonderful learning experience. I recently spoke to Joe Ponce, hes fine. Hi! I also recall regular teachers coming in to the school. My mother would say when are you coming home! I went on to Providence High School. Too bad as it was a wonderful neighborhood before the riots. Tuition is $6,360 for the highest grade offered. I also remember Mary Ann Farinella. It also supports St. Francis ability to remain competitive with area schools in providing a diversified curriculum, academic support, and special services. Number of floors? I have great memories of that old neighborhood. I also do remember Farther Dufficy. I miss the Italian Bread in that neighborhood. Hi Anthony. It was int he basement of the church in 1973 when I attended school there. Carmelo and Noemi Alequin Married there 1961 by Angelo Coco. #fxwathletics #gojaguars, Niche requires Javascript to work correctly. 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. he would come in and make himself comfortable, stretching his legs and putting his feet right up on the cocktail table. Where did you post the video? We knew all the shopkeepers in the neighborhood. The area is so unrecognizable as many buildings are torn down. Faculty and staff refer to our communitys palpable, engaging energy. We moved after that and I went to St Simeon school in Bellwood, IL. I will be 75 this month and all the memories I had from the old neighborhood are still there. Does anybody know if Jill. I lived at 3143 W Arthington St. My sis and brother also attended Cabrini. Feel very Blessed to have lived in this neighborhood of LOVE and RESPECT. I will share it with the surviving Guerrieris and Iovinellis who also lived on Lexington. I remember Fr Coco and Fr Lucian and all the rest of those you mentioned. That is still our goal. I drove down California from jury duty last month and decided to go see my old block on Polk Street. Student-Teacher Ratio may not be indicative of class size. Then St. Domitilla in Hillside. Hi Donna. My best memories are at St. Frances X Cabrini School. You lived on California Ave., I think. So easy to love each other without fear or prejudices. Coco. Ironically a house recently sold for $700.000 at Francisco and Polk. Sister Philip was my eighth grade teacher and Sister Speranza for seventh grade. My younger brother Jerald LiPuma also attended school there he graduated in 1961. 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 received all my Sacraments at Cabrini. I am seeing people mentioning riots and I only recall the riots and devastation when Dr. Martin Luther King was killed. Giannini who founded the Bank of AmericaI still wish I was related to him I have not been active on this page but I am curious to know if there are any friends or family that might know anyone that graduated from St. Frances Cabrini in the class of 1964. From google maps it appears the building is now gone. I actually saw the building I grew up in. I remember all the priest and nuns based in these postings.. i remrmber watching the construction of the convent from our Kindergarten windows ..Fr. I found a class picture from 1948, and another from 1952. The core values at FXW (Purposely Diverse, Intentionnaly Inclusive) are exhibited every day from the dedicated and caring professionals. So very nice to read all of your post God Bless you all.. The song Amen stayed in my heart and head for years. I went to school. Questions? Prospective parents of Grade 4-8 students can learn more about our dynamic middle school program on Friday, Dec. 2 from 8:45-9:45 a.m at our Holy Name Cathedral Campus, 751 N. State St. St. Francis Xavier (SFX) School works in partnership with "the first school of Christian life," the family. Reading all the different brought back many memories. Meyer's 12-yard return got St. Xavier within 21-16 with 8:54 left in the game. My cousin and I always stayed after school and helped the nuns and sometimes we were invited to the convent to visit with the nuns. Sorry, again, I did include Rizzo initially. 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. We had relatives on each block from my home at 2717 Lexington to the school. Maybe bring any pics like the ones I took on my class visit to Washington DC. Cars were still parked at the curbs on both sides of the street. Hi, Donna! Hi Anthony, If my parents didnt move, I would have graduated in 63. If my mother couldnt pick me up I would be back to the convent after school. She looked so real if fact at that age I thought she was. I lived at 3045 w polk st. My grandfather Tony Campagnas funeral was at the funeral home on Sacramento. Anyone reading this message, please reply if you are interested. I remember the graduation ceremony in the church as I received the medal of Excellence. Visit fxw.org to register. Peppo the bully on the block. I have decided to share some of my fondest memories of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini Grammar School and St. Frances Xavier Cabrini Church. We also went to Scafuri bakery which was right around the corner from where we lived on Polk St. Fr. Florian Girometta, Fr. grace dote is my moms first cousin,she graduated in 1960 i believe,shortly before leaving lexington st for the northwest side of chicago. I just realized I had the same teachers as Angela Cullen! Hi Linda I attended Cabrini grammar school through 5th grade. K-12. I was so honored. We lived at 3045 w.polk st. Fr Lucien invited me to his silver jubilee. Florian Girometta was pastor when I lived there. He was a fantastic teacher and mentor. Also going to Mother Cabrini Church and staring to at her statue laying in that glass. i will tell my mom she was mentioned here again lol. Holy Name Cathedral Campus (HNC) 4th - 8th Grade. Does anyone else recall him? Class of 1974. 2 Photos. Please contact the school for more details. I appreciate all the love and comments my blog has received. We are a community that is purposely diverse and intentionally inclusive. "He has a world of talent. We are still in the area, my brother is on the west side and Im in the western burbs. My father Robert Guerrieri and family lived at 2928 Lexington from at least 1935 til they sold the house in 1961. Thank you for sharing! Ill have to see if I can find my graduation book. I do remember playing in the playground and if any of us boys got out of hand, Brother was there with his little leather strap to bring us back in line. The average private school tuition in Chicago, IL is $10,341 for elementary schools and $18,012 for high schools (read more about average, The average acceptance rate in Chicago, IL is 87% (read more about average. She wanted to create a school where children would receive Hi just came across this page .Love it. She was African American, first name Annette. Not sure if we are the Laurenzanos youre referring to. When the COVID-19 pandemic created a massive shift in the way we all live our lives, FXW was at the forefront of transitioning each family to distance learning and they have been extremely willing to adapt and adjust based on the needs of the students and the parents. Sr. Speranza was my homeroom teacher. 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. Anyone remember that? 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 appear to have been contemporaries there. Such great memories! My husband was a classmate of hers at Our Lady of Mt. It was a beautiful experience, and after the program ended,my host family remained in touch and paidfor my next visit. I got to crown the Blessed Virgin in May at church. f: 312-337-7180, Purposefully Diverse, Intentionally Inclusive, Welcoming and embracing of all faith traditions, Effortless Fundraising & Additional Support. Sorry to read in your comment that Willie Dixon passed away. I am sure he would love to hear from you all and share photos and memories. My mother used to drive so she helped the wonderful nuns run errands. Father Lucky was a great friend and mentor. That made me smile. How they linger! 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. I remember you and Father Lucky. Any relation to him? Louis Rizzo and Frank Catalano were in my class. Thank you for sharing. I was only back for a short while to meet and marry my wife at St Raymonds in Mt. it was very traumatic. Maybe being old school, it was too bad Sister Speranza couldnt appreciate his charisma. Was not any different at St. Philips. They must have been a wreck while I was gone, becausemany of the people in Clear Lake, Iowa had never met a black person before. Lots of fun at recess. When is the application deadline for Frances Xavier Warde School? I was scaredto death, fortunately, I only had to meet them once. It was very scary. I had a good friend named Jill Triana (sp)? All of the above comments about the Sisters and Father Coco and Brother Silvio. In our buildingyou could savour the smells of neckbonesand collard greens, spicy beans and rice, spaghetti and meatballs with garlic bread, and corned beef with potatopancakes. Anthony, my sincere sympathy on the passing of your brother John. SFX is led by Ms. Dolores Butler, a former Archdiocese teacher with a Masters in School . Are you still in Chicago? after graduating from Cabrini. My mom would buy a soda or sundae for me when we went to pick up a prescription. Loved being there. We were poor, but we didnt know it, or care. I share some of those same memories. Created by: Sandra Vega. Maybe wear matching ribbons on our tops so we know were all from Cabrini. La Grange. I dont really see any childhood friends. And on the other side of you I remember a wide gangway and the Borrows lived there. I was in that riot in the Pier Room and a policeman grabbed me and locked me in a broom closet. I used to hang in the west cafeteria where I met Dennis in a pinochle game. I attended mother cabrini school from third grade until graduation June 1952 .would love to hear from any of my school mates. Are you related to her! Our publication to share diverse information that reflects our community. Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. Went to school with frank. Check with relatives about where you lived. I understand the school is now a private school. St. Francis Xavier Catholic School System, St. Francis Xavier Catholic School System is a Christ-centered community dedicated. It hit me just to knock me over and knock the breath out of me. Im still searching, but I was very excited to find the blog. For years I could recite the names of so many grade school classmates: Silvana Mattivi, Anthony Gapastone, George Marinier, Stephen Tonnisen, Susan De Vito, Joseph Miserentino and of course, Karla Lauer, who joined us in 6th grade. Fr. I went to school there from 1954-1960 (we moved when I was in 5th grade). are amazing and truly connect with your kids to learn how they learn best. I was bussed to the school from St. Finbarr which was closed following the 68 riots. Memory not good anymore. I remember my mother buying nylons to give my teacher (a nun) for a Christmas gift. Also, I remember Srs. My kids adore their teachers, their friends and love their school experience! I attended this school and church from kindergarten to 8th grade, and it was wonderful. Graduation Class 1964. One incident Ill never forget I think it was Sacramento Street where part of the street was blocked with wood traffic horses so the kids could play outside for recess. I think you and I hung out a bit on and off when our mothers visited. I enjoyed the video very muchthank you! Charles who actually left to join the Air Force. It was a real community; we knew so many neighbors. Its been a a long time hasnt it. Contact the Archdiocese of Chicago for any information you may need. The riots just before we moved in 1960. vision. Sadly she passed away about 3 years ago. Wow, great video! I think I went to school with you too, Debbie DiOrio. Have a great day and thanks for replying. (I forgot about the classrooms in the church basement, but remember it now that you mentioned it.) A place where families would accept and embrace all Lived at 3045 w. Polk st. We moved in 1960. 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. People that viewed Frances Xavier Warde School also viewed these schools: The nearest high school to Frances Xavier Warde School is, The nearest elementary school and preschool is. Somehow our needs were met and we had Saint Francis Xavier Cabrini to thank for it. Fr Lucien gave me a cross on his 25th anniversary as a priest. They made for interesting football games, where the quarterback would tell the receiver to go to the first car and cut to the middle. I recently did a Google search on my old catholic grammar school and my beloved church, and I could not find any relevant information. My maiden name is laurenzano, we lived at 3032 W. Sacramento. His home room teacher was Sr. Philip. 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. She is the daughter of Joseph and Mary Guerrieri. I believe you and Linda Allegretti share some of the same memories. 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. My cousins, Guy & Mary Simone Almond, lived next door to me and went to school with Geraldine Dote. Hi Donna, my name is Tony Coleman and I attended Cabrini from 6th through 8th grades. The neighborhood boys and I had a great time playing on those floating forms until we got kicked out of there. 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. Just noticed your post. Not on facebook but will check back periodically. Lucien used to play with us at recess time. 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. Please note that the Daily 7:00 am Mass will be in the Xavier Center (465 Table Rock Road) for the month of February, due to painting in the Historic Church. hi robert,my mom/grandparents lived next door to your family 2930 w lexington.my was good friends with your uncles anthony/frank.here is a link to a video of my great grandparents 50th wedding anniversary in 1942 at mother cabrini.one of your uncles(alex) is an altar boy in the movie if remember correctly?my mom talks about your family all the time and talks to them regularly.my moms maiden name is dote.the film shows the inside of the church and walking from lexington street and also sacramento boulevard.i was born after everyone left the neighborhood but i love hearing all the stories http://youtu.be/aGUdUjF1z8s John Iovinelli married my Aunt Lorraine. How wonderful to see your responses. I have two sisters, Rosemarie and Emily who also attended. There was a very large multi-unit apartment building on the corner of Polk and Sacramento which was razed for the new school building. For detailed information please visit our Admission page or you may contact. My family owned Espositos Bakery on Harrison and California. The movie was Lilliesof The Field and it starred a very young Sidney Poitier. We have fund memories of our short time there. Please, Selecting a category below will take you to another page. Elizabeth, I doubt Sacramento was ever blocked for recess, since it was and still is a major north-south street. Do you remember MaryAnn Farinella? SEARCH @ Saints Joseph and Francis Xavier Parish. Played a sport for the first time in 6th grade: volleyball with Sr Philip snd others. The owners name was Carlo, not Carlos. We lived on Polk then we moved to 717 S Sacramento. Tel: (312) 466-0700 www.fxw.org 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. Back then, we received the sacrament of Confirmation in the 4th grade, I believe. andindividual growth of our students in a safe environment. My sister and I went to our beloved St Frances Cabrini School from 1954 to 1960. My brother is 4 years younger than me and was a graduate in 1957. Cogo and Btr Silvio? History; Mission Statement; Namesake; Our Charisms; . Are you still in Chicago? Hope you are doing well. .My name is Frank Cesario. On the other side of us were the Carnegios. Unfortunately my brother passed away a couple of months ago. Ann Sineni and I were good friends, I remember. I promised in a earlier post to scan them and post them somewhere. possible. joe. The St. Frances Cabrini church is now a baptist church. We are a community that serves others. Its Rosalie again, Donna. I kept in touch with the Sisters who educated us through their web site, now know as The Apostles of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in New Haven Connecticut. Classes I To X To Wear Summer Uniform From 27.02.2023, Classes I To XII School Uniform Counter. I just had to tell you about the 2900 block of Lexington being blocked off for recess. It was a really nice trip. 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. I remember you and your brother John. Its fantastic! I also remember the glass casket and the memorial. Hard to believe it was so long ago. I have been diligently looking for old classmates. He also used to wear a lot of shirts at one time. Morselli gave me a crucifix which I still have. The Frances Xavier Warde School. History; Mission Statement; Namesake; Our Charisms; . Went there one year 7th grade.best days of my life in that neighborhood.I will never forget you Frances.god bless all. I am Diane and we called you Rosemary. Fri, Mar 3. Our neighborhood had amazing Italian bakeries. Ohhh I loved it. Blessings to you. I attended Mother Cabrini in the 50s. Lucky. I can still picture what your both looked like. I graduated from Mother Cabrini in 1963 just before moving out of the neighborhood. My parents, Fonzi and Dolly were best friends with Carmie and Dolly until they all passed. I know that he was also in that class. I recall that the names of several of my classmates were George Muccianti, G.G. Granata, Frank DeLuca, Victor Marasco, Kenneth Clemente, Joe Rimicci, Rose Marie Cairo, and Rosalie Guerrieri. 2023 Bulley & Andrews, LLC. to faith formation, academic excellence, community engagement, The church was so majestic! We called him Fr. Everyone I knew moved away and we no way to connect with them anymore. We lived on Flourney and Homan a little ways from the school. I would love to hear from her. It has 283 students in grades PK, K-8 with a student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1. faiths, racial and socioeconomic backgrounds and everything that Important Links APPLY NOW! Merry Christmas Happy New Year, My mother was the organist there from when the church opened. She also had a younger sister. I also attended Saint Francis mother Cabrini school in the 50s kindergarten through seventh grade I remember sister Lucy sister Speranza sister Raphael sister Rosario Duca brother silvio father Florian sister Teresa sister Gertrude father Coco I also remember Sonny boy bakery Sarno bakery I live at 3143 W. Arthington I also remember going to Johnnys hotdog stand on Kedzie Mels candy store.does anyone remember Allis the witch? Fr. We walked to school with mom and passed Manley school on the way. Hello! Eucharistic Adoration 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM . The Family belonged to Holy Name society, and Lady of the rosaries Daughters of Mary, and so forth. Holy Trinity High School (Catholic) Add to Compare (13) Grades: 9-12 | 348 students 520.8 miles 1443 W Division Street Chicago, IL 60642 I remember the hot dog stand across the street. I think it is at Cabrini hospital Shrine. Maybe someone could enlighten regarding some earlier riots. I graduated Cabrini in 1959 and then went to Providence HS. St. Francis Xavier Campus history. My mother was the organist Josephine LiPuma, I attended school there from 1950 to 58. Thats amazing! My sister nor my cousin finished at Mother Cabrini as the neighborhood was at its end. The Frances Xavier Warde School. assistance and tuition would be kept as affordable as Hi everyone. Our best friends had no color and if there were boundaries we did not see them. Truly miss your relatives bakery, Espositos; the aroma of fresh Italian bread, and pastries! 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