A Message from Mr. Hackenson
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Dear Parents,
St. Joseph School students are busy preparing for Catholic Schools Week.
On Sunday, January 28th at the 9:30AM Mass, students will participate in Migration Mass. Students will be dressed in their native clothing and carry their country's flag representing their nationality. We will be blessed to host the Most Reverend Bishop McManus during the Mass. During the Mass all students in attendance should join the procession, even without a costume.
Following Mass, all are welcome to visit St. Joseph School from 11:00AM - 1:00PM. Families and guests will have the opportunity to view students' work, participate in a scavenger hunt, and sample food and entertainment from various countries.
This year's theme recognizes and appreciates all the nationalities of our school as its done with all the countries participating in Olympics.
Please return the permission slip indicating participation and the country you will be representing. Permission slips are due next Tuesday.
Thank you for your cooperation in making this a very exciting event for all.
Sincerely,
Principal
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Go Patriots!
All St. Joseph School students, faculty, and staff may wear a Patriots jersey to school on Friday, January 19, 2018.
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NEW DATE: January 24th
Informational Social
We cordially invite parents and guardians of our PreK and Kindergarten students to an informational social regarding re-enrollment for 2018-2019 School Year. Start times are staggered. PreK parents should meet in the cafeteria at 6:00 p.m. Kindergarten parents should meet in the cafeteria at 7:00 p.m. For more info. click
HERE
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January 15th:
Application for Tuition Assistance
St. Joseph School parents may begin applying for Diocesan Tuition Assistance on Monday, January 15, 2018. The deadline to submit a verified financial aid application through FACTS Grant & Aid Assessment is on or before February 23, 2018. Please click
HERE
to apply.
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The second quarter grading period ends January 19th.
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Student Evaluations for our PreK students and Report cards for students in Grades K-8 will be distributed on January 26th.
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CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK:
January 28th - February 3rd
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January 28th:
9:30 a.m. Migration Mass & Celebration of Diversity
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Each year, St. Joseph School celebrates National Migration Week, which is sponsored by the U. S. Catholic Conference of Bishops. Your child(ren) represent(s) various cultures and we would like to celebrate this diversity!
Your child(ren) should dress in their native costume. In addition, they may bring their country’s flag, banner, insignia, or any other symbol of your faith and culture. If you do not have a flag, please email
bboudreau@sjs-webster.com.
If you do not have access to a native costume, grade K-8 students should wear their formal uniforms. PreK students should dress in their Sunday Best.
Following Mass, all students and their families will return to the school for a special OPEN HOUSE EVENT. Each class will be highlighting an OLYMPIC THEME. There will also be food, dance and a special scavenger hunt!
Please click
HERE
for permission slip and return by 1/23/2018.
***All children who participate will be listed in our special Migration Mass Program Guide as well as be treated to breakfast on Thursday, February 1st***
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January 28th & January 31st:
Open House & Olympic Celebration
Following Migration Mass, all students and their families are asked to return to the school for our Annual Open House. Families and guests will have the opportunity to view students' work, participate in a scavenger hunt, and sample food and entertainment from various countries. A second Open House will take place on Wednesday, January 31st.
Please remember our referral program. Click
HERE
for a Referral Form.
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January 28th - February 1st
Scholastic
Book fair
The Home and School Association will be holding its annual Scholastic Book Fair from Sunday, January 28th through Thursday, February 1st an your assistance is needed to make this a success. Please click
HERE
to read more about the Book Fair as well as volunteer opportunities and times.
Remember, the Book Fair will open for purchases ONLY during hours that a volunteer is available. So, please sign-up to help.
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January 28th - February 2nd: Carnation Sale
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Roses are red.
Violets are blue.
Carnations are waiting,
To be sent by YOU!
The Home and School Association will be holding a Valentines Day Carnation Sale during Catholic Schools Week.
Please watch for more details!
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January 31st from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the school cafeteria.
Cost is $5 for adults & $3 for children. Eat-in and Take-out available.
Return your order to the school office or purchase at the door.
Last year, this event SOLD OUT, so please consider ordering your tickets in advance so we can plan accordingly. Click
HERE
for an order form.
Sponsored by the Home & School Association and
prepared by the Knights of Columbus.
Tickets on Sale NOW!
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February 2nd: Teacher Luncheon, Movies, and Bingo
The Home and School Association will be treating our teachers to a luncheon. So that the teachers may enjoy their special day, we need parent volunteers to assist with student lunches and monitor classes. Volunteers are needed from 11 a.m. through 2 p.m.
Please email HSA@sjs-webster.com if you're available to help or click
HERE
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Other Catholic Schools Week Activities
Watch for a detailed schedule!
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Mark Your Calendars: Financial Night
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The St. Joseph School Administration will be hosting a financial night on Tuesday, February 6th from 6:45 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. in the school cafeteria. All parents and guardians are encouraged to attend to learn about the status of the gymnasium as well as a financial and tuition update.
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Our Intramural team takes on Trinity at 10:00 a.m. this coming Saturday, January 20th at the St. Louis Gym, 48 Negus Street, Webster. Also on Saturday, our athletes are at St. James, 120 Water Street, Danielson, CT. Tip-off for the JV girls is at 4 p.m., followed by the JV Boys at 5 p.m., Varsity Girls at 6 p.m. and the Varsity Boys at 7 p.m.
In addition, our Varsity Girls take-on St. Mary's at 1 p.m. at Venerini Academy on Sunday, January 21st.
GO EAGLES!
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Photo: Varsity Cheer Squad
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Congratulations to the December Students of the Month!
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Don't forget to follow us!
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SAINT JOSEPH SCHOOL
47 Whitcomb Street
Webster, MA 01570
Phone: 508-943-0378
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