assistance and tuition would be kept as affordable as I also taught English for a couple of years. take care I received all my Sacraments at Cabrini. Hello, friends and acquaintances from the past-our beautiful past. What memories! 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! The movie was Lilliesof The Field and it starred a very young Sidney Poitier. Sister Speranza was the 8th nun at the time. He was always so nice to us and used to visit the families on our block. Your email address will not be published. At 12:00pm each day we hadrecess and we were allowed to go outside and play. I was scaredto death, fortunately, I only had to meet them once. For detailed information please visit our Admission page or you may contact. Such special times And I think we were all very humble and well-behaved. I still have it. Love hearing all these old stories. We had been very active in the Church and school, and remember Father Cogo, Father Lucky and Btr. So, I asked ChatGPT to explain itself. I cant remember our Pastors name, or any of the priests and Brother. I went there from 1955, kindergarten, until 1962. Was it Tony? My dad, Charlie Paletta, made a grotto for Holy Mary and it was placed in the school. I went on to Providence High School. My kids adore their teachers, their friends and love their school experience! We are in a 55+ community with all kinds of clubs and activities. Holy Name Cathedral Campus (HNC) 4th - 8th Grade. Archdiocese of Chicago: St. Francis Xavier School. 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. My Aunt and Uncle were the Lullos, you might remember my cousin Dolores Lullo. I am a little late to this party. I was only back for a short while to meet and marry my wife at St Raymonds in Mt. We are both Italian-Americans who lives in Polk and Lexington streets, along with all our relatives. I have great memories of that old neighborhood. Alequin/Melendez Family lived in the Cabrini neighborhood from 1953 1966. 10 talking about this. I cant believe all the names & places being recalled, such wonderful memories of such a wonderful neighborhood. My family owned Espositos Bakery on Harrison and California. 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. Giving. Some friends were Jeannine Schiavo and Betty Giunta. What a nice surprise to hear from you. St. Francis Xavier School in La Grange, Illinois serves 525 students in grades Prekindergarten-8. I attended St Francis Cabrini Church and School from 1954-1960. We can't say enough great things about our beloved school. My brother John graduated with you. Practices were great fun as they got right in there with us spiking the balls as they tried to hold their veiis back. Wonderful neighborhood. Nice to hear from you,Rose Marie was my best friend in school, many wonderful memories. Graduation Class 1964. Does anyone know this story? We are a community committed to innovative education. Ill scan them and see if its possible to post them here, or on my facebook page if its not possible to post here. I thought your mom had a beautiful voice. I graduated from Cabrini in 1959 and went on to Providence High School. The boldest part of this mission would be that 30 My mother dragging us into the house where we watched from the window. Sad how things change. Both Chucks wife (Anne) and my mom (Rose) worked there as well. I graduated in 64. 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. Peppo the bully on the block. SEARCH @ Saints Joseph and Francis Xavier Parish. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. St. Francis Xavier Catholic School System is a Christ-centered community dedicated I graduated in 1964, but my brother John was in your class. 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. We were going through my moms stuff and I she had my graduating class of 1961photo. Beginning with the demolition of the school's existing gymnasium, the program provided an addition which includes a new gymnasium, two floors of classrooms, a cafeteria and common spaces. She wanted to create a school where children would receive The church was so majestic! We used to have processions down our street to the church for saints feast days. Hot dog & a bag full of very greasy great fries. I think we moved into the new school in 51 or 52. He was a little ornery. Our publication to share diverse information that reflects our community. I believe 7th and 8th grade were in the same room at that time, because Sister Speranza was the teacher. I remember the parish carnival every summer and hanging out while the carny workers were setting up the rides and thinking that I would like to work for a carnival when I grew up. Loved the school and Fr. 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. I enjoyed the video very muchthank you! I remember Fr Coco and Fr Lucian and all the rest of those you mentioned. I remember you, Marjorie! I will be 75 this month and all the memories I had from the old neighborhood are still there. This propertywas locatedon the poverty-strickenwest side of Chicago at 751 S. Sacramento Boulevard, Chicago, Illinois, 60612. Great neighborhood and bakery. Site powered by The Archdiocese of Chicago . Its funny, but I can still remember when things began to change. St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church 524 Ninth Street Wilmette, IL 60091 Phone: (847) 256-4250 Email Us Directions. 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. Did he also hang out with a 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. After mass I would go to the convent with the nuns & have breakfast. Students Grades PK-8 Updates ENVIRONMENT From the School Student Demographics Reviews Neighborhood ACADEMICS Courses & Programs ACADEMICS Courses & Programs The kids in the neighborhood had names like Jojo, Sally Boy, Pepo, Plum-Plumthose are special memories that are priceless! I worked with Joe Sonny in the 80s for a couple years. My name is Stanley Rushing, 1968 to 69 Regina Williams sat in front of me please reach out. of friends and neighbors. The average rate in schools in communities of similar income level as our was 92%. Sister Philip was our teacher. Any relation to him? It was a really nice trip. HI, I just came across this site dont know anybody here but Rosie Harris Ross. I attended this school and church from kindergarten to 8th grade, and it was wonderful. Welcome! Do you remember Dennis Kendall? May God continue to bless you and yours. It was very scary. x. . I attended school there 1956. Manley Vocational with a Joe Falbo. My memories also includes my first viewing of a movie. 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 used to hang in the west cafeteria where I met Dennis in a pinochle game. My mom would buy a soda or sundae for me when we went to pick up a prescription. How sad that was. I moved from the upper peninsula of MI and attended school at Mother Cabrini for 4th and 5th grades in 1956 & 1957, moving to a farm in Lake Zurich in 1958. Chuck had opened a bakery in Elmwood Park by that time. 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. When they were raising funds to build the Church my grandfather & his Italian Club were involved. 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. That nun must have thanked me 3 times for those stockings. I remember you and your brother Joe Joe and your entire family. We didnt live in the neighborhood so I would leave in the morning with my mother, who was the organist and be at the 7:00 mass. I have great memories of that neighborhood. Me and my cousins went there also. Leonora LiPuma LLT 125@aol.com. I understand the school is now a private school. Angela Carmeline is my sister and Georgia is my first cousin. Where are you? I attended Mother Cabrini in the 50s. Best regards to all my classmates- hope your journey has been much-blessed! joe. Thank you for sharing Nancy, and Im glad you enjoyed my blog. Hi Rosalie Sister Philip was my eighth grade teacher and Sister Speranza for seventh grade. Not on facebook but will check back periodically. Any relation. I graduated in 1963 and our class only had 23 students. You lived on California Ave., I think. Your email address will not be published. Yes, that is very sad Cabrini had lost so many students and parishioners. I remember hanging out with you and Ernie Ipachino before you moved. I to remember father Coco. If any of my other classmates are out there, please get in touch: My Brothers and I when there for 3rd and 4th grade. Everyone I knew moved away and we no way to connect with them anymore. Their basketball team won a state championship I believe in 79. Those were good years, good neighborhood. Wow I too was doing research on this school when I came across this forum. I went there from kindergarten through 8th grade. Lived on Lockwood and Washington. My husband and I have lived in Florida for the last 19 years. Google Map it. What memories! Their names were Celia and Frank. I hope all is well with you. I, too, always have fond & colorful memories of our old neighborhood, school, & church. This is ABOVE both the Archdiocese of Chicago and National norms. I do remember you. I attended this school and church from kindergarten to 8th grade, and it was wonderful. Our three-story apartment building was originally located next to the Church and they needed to move it or tear it down to make room for the convent. My family moved in 1960. Presently that beautiful church has a fore sale sign in front of it. The priests and nuns were wonderful, too. I was stationed in Europe at the time. My brother graduated in 1962 and my sister in 1966. hi all this brings back so many memories . For more information, please contact the school. The school initially housed four Sisters of Providence who welcomed . I passed by Manley H.S. In fact, while I was teaching, I would sometimes relate to my students how life was like on Lexington Street. (I forgot about the classrooms in the church basement, but remember it now that you mentioned it.) It is in Norridge and running under our name, Allegrettis! We moved to Berwyn but my mother continued as organist until the church closed. (Im glad my children were never as foolish as I). Lucian and Bro were there along with Sr. Alphonse and The principal Sr. Teresina. Loved it soooo much. Visit fxw.org to register. I think it is now at Cabrini hospital shrine. now. It appears that we all have fond memories of our teachers: Sr. Lucy, Sr. Rosaria, Sr. Teresa, Sr. Raphael, Sr. Speranza. 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. Where do you live now? Church is still there, the convent building, etc. How many rooms? John was with me last night as I celebrated That was during my sophmore year, sometime around 1954-1955. John Iovinelli married my Aunt Lorraine. It was a real community; we knew so many neighbors. Lucky. I m probably a bit younger, but the names of the nuns and teachers I remember from my older siblings. We moved to LaGrange, then Berwyn. Sacramento was never blocked. There was a Peter Agliata in my class, I graduated in 1959. Yes, she is my cousin. I am Patricias cousin, Angela Paletta Cullen. The property was located on the poverty-stricken west side of Chicago at 751 S. Sacramento Boulevard, Chicago, Illinois . Can you send me the photo? Ohhh I loved it. The project provides new and expanded spaces for parish and school learning and growth, and community-building activities. We are a community of faith. I do enjoy contacting former students and members of Cabrini parish. Thanks! But I do take issue with your statement regarding the neighborhood coming to an end. Hi Donna, my name is Tony Coleman and I attended Cabrini from 6th through 8th grades. She must still live in the area. 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. My cousins, the Simones, lived next door. Funerals . St Francis Xavier School Elementary Schools Schools Educational Services Website 27 YEARS IN BUSINESS (708) 588-1472 21 N Catherine Ave La Grange, IL 60525 2. We went there during the 50s. More than 500 students, in Preschool My cousin Mary might remember more of the names as shes 10 years older than me. 120 S. Desplaines St. Chicago, IL 60661 p: 312-466-0700 f: 312-466-0711. I attended mother cabrini school from third grade until graduation June 1952 .would love to hear from any of my school mates. He gave me a lovely cross as a memento and I still have it. "Tim Baity is going to be a special player," St. Xavier coach Mike Feminis said. Your words have painted pictures in my mind that havent been there in so many years. The school and church was a melting pot of ethnic flavors and reflected the neighborhood in which we lived. I had Sr Francis de Sales in 6th and Sr Speranza in 7th. If I hung around long enough Id hear the Lee Phillips show, and Id know it was time to head back to school. is located in the West Loop. Fr Florian was pastor when we graduated, Fr Lucian, (Fr Lucky) was our good friend. I went to school. I am thankful to the school administration and leadership for providing my children with a values-based, rigorous, Catholic education. We kept in touch and he concelebrated my wedding. Went there one year 7th grade.best days of my life in that neighborhood.I will never forget you Frances.god bless all. Also remember having black cows at the soda fountain at DiPrima and Chiarmonte Pharmacy on Kedzie. I have two children at FXW and simply cannot say enough positive things about it. feel free to join that as well..I was at Cabrini from 1950 to 1959 when I graduated. My mother, Jean Lindvall, attended Providence Catholic High School. 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. Joseph Ponce is in that same class picture that I have from the 1963 graduating class. Hello Lenoa. Its great to hear stories about the school. Please contact the school for more details. My cousins, Guy & Mary Simone Almond, lived next door to me and went to school with Geraldine Dote. Saints JFX in Wilmette is a dual-campus Catholic learning community blessed with exceptional resources, motivated teachers, and talented teams dedicated to the unique learning needs of Preschoolers on our St. Joseph Campus and K-8 students on our St. Francis Xavier Campus. I think I went to school with you too, Debbie DiOrio. Lucien Morselli. Karlas and my favorite was I Confess with Montgomery Clift. I attended St. Philip HS. percent of this School`s students would receive financial When I started there in first grade, my teacher was Sr. Angelica Marie and she was also the Mother Superior at the time. Anthony, my sincere sympathy on the passing of your brother John. Lexington, Arthington, Flournoy, Taylor, and Harrison. We offer affordable tuition with a wide variety of scholarship opportunities for students and families. We lived at 3045 W. Polk Street. Hi, Donna! I attended St, Simeon in Bellwood for over 20 years. Families travel from all over the city (and some suburbs) to come to FXW. St. Francis Xavier Parish was established in 1904. I am loving these memories. I do recall Fr. 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. My Uncle Tony Esposito also attended school there he was three or four years ahead of me. #fxwathletics #gojaguars, Niche requires Javascript to work correctly. Community truly defines who we are. Do you recall the type of building? 14.5. Fr. Hi Irma, my name is Tony Coleman. We all had our special Nuns Sister Henry, Sister Louis, or Sister Phillips. joe. Frances Gasparro, I graduated Cabrini in 1959. Jim passed away recently, however. These reunions are a lot of fun. I attended .St. I would have graduated I from there in 1964 also but we moved to the Austin district. Unfortunately I did not know Fr. I was in Sr. Teresines class with you. Number of floors? Wrote Saviano twice; I meant to include Rizzo.. Does anybody know if Jill. I live in Deland, Florida. Check with relatives about where you lived. I really appreciate the film. The very last time that I saw him he had moved on to Our Lady of the Angels. 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. andindividual growth of our students in a safe environment. The area is so unrecognizable as many buildings are torn down. On the corner of Taylor & Sacramento (I think ) there was a Sinclair gas station that had the old Frances Xavier Warde Schools Unclaimed 751 North State Street, Chicago, IL 60654 Contact info Website Private schools are not rated 24 reviews Private school ? I had Sr. Lucy in kindergarten. makes us unique. High School Science and Mathematics Teacher at St Francis Xavier College Greater Melbourne Area. St. Francis Xavier Parish School, La Grange is a private, Catholic school located in LA GRANGE, IL. It was a pleasant read and I remember many of the names. Losing Anthony was the worst thing that could have happened to Chuck. I still have my First grade class picture with Sr Angelica Marie, . My brother is 4 years younger than me and was a graduate in 1957. The owners name was Carlo, not Carlos. We moved away from the neighbor after I finished 5th grade moving further west to the Austin neighborhood. It hit me just to knock me over and knock the breath out of me. Need sacramental records? Mr. Rittenbergwent on to manage some of the more famous clubs in Chicago Faces, Mothers, and Ditkas. They always wore their black leather jackets? But if someone wanted to move it they could buy it for $1! I loved my school. Your mom is very fortunate to still be in contact with her classmates. joe falbo. The application deadline for Frances Xavier Warde School is Dec. 1 / Feb. 15. We called Fr Lucian. It was a beautiful school, parish, convent, and priests and sisters. Coco, Fr. My brother was Ozell (died 1990) he was in the same class as David. It was the best time of my life. Louis Rizzo and Frank Catalano were in my class. I was mortified to give someone so holy such a lowly gift. Take care. Use tab to navigate through the menu items. Yes, it took me a while, but I do recall Vito Parmigiana. Bye for now. I wasplacedwith a lovely family in Clear Lake, Iowa. Lived at 2842 W. Lexington, Raia Family. CONNECT. Dennis LaMontagna that name sounds familiar. 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 have decided to share some of my fondest memories of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini Grammar School and St. Frances Xavier Cabrini Church. Registration now open for the 2022-2023 school year . Francine Palma Long 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. my 70th birthday. A Catholic Chapel, part of Our Lady of Mercy, a Roman Catholic Church, in the Avondale. I also attend Cabrini along with my siblings Aquanetta, Henry jr. Frank(speedy)and Carolyn. I went to Mother Cabrini from 1952 to1958. I have two sisters, Rosemarie and Emily who also attended. My maiden name was Gianninigreat memories of the school and church..can remember watching the statue of Mother Cabrini and swear she was beathing. I have been diligently looking for old classmates. p: 312-466-0700 It was so different then. What wonderful memories. So sad to see what has happened over the years to the neighborhood. All of the teachers and staff (shout out to the student success team!) Almost fell on my face running with my classmates to go find father Duffy. is located in the heart of downtown. I promised in a earlier post to scan them and post them somewhere. I remember that well! I remember our pastor, Fr. I realized that I said that the 6th and 7th were in one room. Leo and his friends called him Chin because he had a long chin. After that, classes were held in the church basement which was sectioned off with plywood walls into classrooms. This website brings back so many fond memories. 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. FXW has great after school co-curriculars that add to the wonderful learning experience. We are a community that is purposely diverse and intentionally inclusive. Cannot remember his name. As a keystone of its diverse community, The School provides need-based scholarships to 30 percent of its students, partners with its families, nurtures faith development for its Catholic students, and engages all students to learn about and respect other faith traditions. The Church was named in honor of St. Francis Xavier, a Jesuit missionary whose mantra was "that all may be one.". Then St. Domitilla in Hillside. Hope to hear from you and others again! document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Oh yes! I remember St. Francis Cabrini and the neighborhood. possible. Also, I remember Srs. FXW is innovative, forward thinking and responsive. My family lived across the street from the school and was within ourplay area. Once to Dennis LaMontagna and then to a former teacher, Jim Waldorf, at Proviso East High School. 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!! He was a wonderful, loving priest and a real pastor to our neighborhood. Unfortunately the class of 64 only had 13 Hi Frank, that is my brother John. Cost is for the most complete schedule offered and may have changed for the current school year. I graduated in 1959. I especially remember Robert. Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. We used to shop at Sarnos. We also have a. Also going to Mother Cabrini Church and staring to at her statue laying in that glass. Get Involved. Hello to everyone & wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving. I remember that Dennis K wore a bunch of shirts! Hi everyone. 751 N. State St. Chicago, IL . It has 427 students in grades PK, K-8 with a student-teacher ratio of 13 to 1. Greater Chicago Area. Here's a roadmap to finding the school you want. Light the Way: Advancing Saint Francis High School, our new comprehensive fundraising campaign, continues this enduring cycle. There is a picture of a John Louis Coleman. Then to the playground on the closed street! The class following me had over 100, I believe. Chicago, IL 60661 Thanks! She was such a nice woman. I remember Mother Cabrini in that glass case. I went on to Providence H.S and graduated in 1963. Annual Examination Commences For Classes I to IX & XI, 2023 St. Francis Xavier School | All Rights Reserved. vision. How nice that Leo still participates in the Feast and has contact with boyhood friends. I believe Mr Reamer (not certain of the spelling) was one of my favorites in 4th or 5th grade. We are still in the area, my brother is on the west side and Im in the western burbs. I forgot to mention the name Belpidio. He visited all of the people in the neighborhood. So glad to hear from you! Brother Silvio, Fr. Hi Donna. I dont remember exactly how many were in my class, but I think it was 50. The school and church closed in 1987, but the impact lives on. I remember you and Father Lucky. 2nd grade was Sr Natalie;3rd Ms Smith; 4th Sr Theresa; 5th Sr Gertrude Marie; 6th Sr Constantine; 7th Sr Raphael; 8th Sr Speranza. I know the school and parish closed many years ago. 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. Rosie you dont remember me I was quiet and shy when I attended Cabrini in 1968-1971, sixth through eighth grade. When I went there, the neighborhood was pretty good. Which is now called Queen of All Saints. I would love to see it. We were all so innocent and care free. I meant 7th and 8th grades and Sister Speranza was our teacher. Do you remember the big riot that broke out in the Pier Room? I was taught by all the nuns you mentioned. 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. Hello Lenora. I really loved the school, we actually had softball team that played in Altgeld Park. George, as I remember, you and I were the shortest kids in our class. ft. addition to St. Francis Xavier School. She is the daughter of Joseph and Mary Guerrieri. I had just arrived to Chicago from Rome, Italy and I didnt understand or speak English. He then served your community for sometime. He was so funny. I attended from 1946-1953. I was also friends with Rosalie Guerrieri and Barbara Elia. I was in 4th grade when I went to have lunch in the new school basement. I loved my school and the nuns. Raphael and Phillips. Angela Paletta Cullen. August 15th - May 26th St. Francis Xavier School is a private, Catholic school located in SAINT JOSEPH, MO. About. Fr Lucian officiated at my wedding in 1969 and remained a friend of our family till his death. We all went to Mother Cabrini. My brother graduated St Francis in 1959 or 1960. I went to school with Rosalie Guerrieri and remember her mom very well. 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. Lucky. hi peter my mom geraldine dote graduated in your class in 1953,small world huh?my aunt maryann gentilini was also in the same class,she lived on the 2800 block of flournoy.i was born after everyone left the neighborhood in 1962 but as a kid and adult i always love to hear the stories of the neighborhood.a few years ago i went into the church,its a baptist church now.it was really neat to be in there knowing my great grandparents etc whom i never met were also in that same place! 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