A Message from Mr. Hackenson
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Dear Parents,
It's hard to believe that Easter is already upon us! St. Joseph School students have been eagerly awaiting the Holy Week and Easter Sunday.
Students will have early dismissal on Wednesday, March 28th. There will be no school on Thursday and Friday of next week. I encourage you to take part in Holy We
ek as we celebrate in a special way the life, death and resurrection of Jesus. We remember His actions, reflect on His messages, and recommit to living as His disciples in the world today.
Finally, congratulations to our basketball and cheering teams for their outstanding season.
Happy Easter!
Sincerely,
Principal
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Please join our students for the Stations of the Cross at 1:00 p.m. Friday, March 23rd.
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The Forty Days of Lent: Return to the Lord Your God
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Buddy/Family Mass Schedule: 9:30 a.m.
All students and their families are asked to attend Mass. Buddy Classes will have a special role each week. (See the schedule below.)
March 25th: Palm Sunday: PreK (Mrs. Maurer), Grade 3, 7, & 8
Holy Week
March 29th at 7:00 p.m. Holy Thursday Mass & Procession
March 30th at 3 p.m. Good Friday and Veneration of the Cross
March 31st at 7:30 p.m. Easter Vigil
April 1st at 9:30 a.m. Easter Sunday Family Mass
Please indicate whether your child/children will participate in these events by returning the sign-up form. Please click
HERE
for the form.
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Please remember to have your child bring their Lenten Sacrifice to Family Mass. They should hand it in when they enter the church. At that time, they will receive a flower in exchange for their sacrifice. The flower will be placed at the foot of the altar during the offertory. You may find the form
HERE
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Holy Thursday Mass & Procession:
March 29th at 7:00 p.m.
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Students are invited to participate in the Mass of the Lord's Supper and Lily Procession on Thursday, March 29th at 7:00 p.m. Each student may carry a potted lily which will be used to decorate the Easter altar. A $5.00 donation is required from each student carrying a lily. The Children of Mary will serve as line leaders and wear robes, capes, and medals. Students will assemble in the back of the church no later than 6:30 p.m. Girls wear white/pastel dresses or Sunday best. Boys wear a shirt, tie, and dress pants. No jeans or sneakers are to be worn. Please click
HERE
for a sign-up sheet.
If you cannot participate, but would like to donate toward lilies for the Easter altar, please make checks payable to St. Joseph School.
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Early Release Day: Wednesday, March 28th
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No School:
Thursday, March 29th
Friday, March 30th
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Excellence in Education Appeal &
Collectors at Easter Masses
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The students of St. Joseph School have the honor of being collectors at all the Masses on Holy Saturday (evening) and Easter Sunday. We do this for the annual
Excellence in Education Appeal
, which benefits the students at St. Joseph School. Please click
HERE
to complete the sign-up sheet for your child.
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Casson-Foster Photographers will be at the school on Tuesday, April 3rd and Wednesday, April 4th for Spring photos. Students should wear their Sunday Best for individual photos. Please follow the school dress code. Students not in accordance with the out of uniform policy will be asked to call home for appropriate clothing. The dress code can be found
HERE
in the school's handbook.
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National Jr. Honor Society Easter Basket Raffle
ENDS: MARCH 27TH
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The Eagles Chapter of the National Junior Honor Society is sponsoring an Easter Basket Raffle to support its Spring Community Service projects. Students may enter to win one of six themed baskets. Tickets are 50 cents or 3 for $1.00. Baskets will be displayed during school hours in front of the Book room on the 2nd Floor. Tickets will be sold during school hours. Winners will be drawn on March 27th. Click
HERE
for more details.
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8th Grade Boston Celtic Ticket Raffle
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Support Operation Graduation
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The winner of this raffle will receive two tickets to the
Boston Celtics vs. Chicago Bulls
Friday, April 6, 2018 7:30 pm
Estimated Value $130
To be drawn on Tuesday, April 3, 2018 at St. Joseph School at 2:00 pm. The winner will be notified by phone and must pick-up the tickets
at the school between 8:00 am and 2:30 pm.
DONATION: $10 per ticket
Only 200 tickets to be sold
Click
HERE
for a ticket order form.
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Home and School Association News
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Spring Fundraiser Coming to a Close!
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Please note that our spring fundraiser ends on March 26th. All orders or unsold books must be returned to the school at that time.
Thank you for your continued support!
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Tickets on Sale Now: April 28th is Auction & Comedy Night!
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The Home and School Association will be hosting its annual auction on April 28th. The event will be held at the Riverside Knights Banquet Hall, 1017 Riverside Drive, North Grosvenordale, CT. Dinner will be boneless, stuffed chicken breast with vegetable, potato and gravy. Comedy entertainment will be provided.
Doors open at 5:00 p.m. for appetizers, cash bar, and auction preview.
Tickets are $35 per person.
Click
HERE
for an order form.
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Classroom Auction Baskets
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As our Annual Auction approaches, each classroom will be responsible for a themed basket. The themes are listed below. Please consider making a donation to support the auction. Your H.S.A. representative will be reaching out to you with more details. All donations can be dropped-off in the school office. Please include your child's name and grade. Thank you!
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Basket Themes
PreK 3 & 4: Baking
PreK-5: Date Night
Kindergarten: Tailgate Party
First Grade: Campfire
Second Grade: Pool Party
Third Grade: Wine
Fourth Grade: Lottery
Fifth Grade: Night-Out at the Theater
Sixth Grade: Family Game Night
Seventh Grade: Ice Cream
Eighth Grade: Dinner on Us
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Congratulations to our basketball and cheering teams for an outstanding season. We'd also like to recognize the following students for their contributions to our cheering and varsity basketball squads:
Most Valuable Cheerleaders:
Jadyn Williams & Kaileigh Strong
Varsity Boys All-Stars:
Szymon Mamro & Sebastian Podgorny
Varsity Girls All-Stars:
Julie Zalewski & Olivia Montione
2018 Team Accomplishments:
-All of our basketball teams earned a playoff berth
-JV Girls won 3rd place for the regular season
-Our Cheering Squad received a 4th Place Award
in the League Cheering Tournament
GO EAGLES!
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The 45th Annual St. Joseph Polish Festival
June 15th, 16th, and 17th
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A Festival meeting for all SJS families will be scheduled in early May. Please watch your email for more information. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss staffing requirements for the three day event. Food & drink will be served!
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!
The Corn Hole tournament was a huge success last year! Sign-up now to be part of the fun. Click
HERE
for a registration form. Please spread the word!
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SAINT JOSEPH SCHOOL
47 Whitcomb Street
Webster, MA 01570
Phone: 508-943-0378
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