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A Message from Mr. Hackenson
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Greetings,
Welcome to the 2017-2018 school year and our first newsletter. In an effort to boost the exchange of news and information with parents, we will be utilizing Constant Contact to improve the quality and frequency of our communications. So our emails are not rejected, please add the following to your safe domain list:
We will also be utilizing SchoolCast, an auto-calling program. Please log into Headmaster to update your primary phone numbers so you may receive calls and text messages. Please contact
Ewa Mamro
if you do not have your login information.
Sincerely,
Micheal Hackenson M.Ed.
Principal
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We are excited to welcome our newest staff members!
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Fourth Grade Teacher: Danielle Phelps
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Danielle Phelps is a graduate of Westfield State University majoring in Education. She comes to us from Leicester Middle School. She also coaches the High School Track Team at Leicester High School.
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Pre-School Teacher:
Alicia Dreyfus-Maurer
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Alicia Dreyfus is a graduate of Anna Maria College majoring in Education. She comes to us from Horizons Pre-School Program in Worcester, MA. Alicia is certified Early Education and Care, Pre-school and Kindergarten Preparation.
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Administrative Assistant: Sylwia Kohut
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Sylwia has b
een an active part of our St. Joseph School family for the past 4 years. In addition to her daughter Faustina being a third grade student, Sylwia has been a parent volunteer as well as a classroom representative with the Home and School Association.
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The 2016-2017 goal for the newly established Fund for St. Joseph School and Fair Share Program was a hefty $60,000. We are excited to say that we are only a few thousand dollars short of this goal. If you have not made your 2016-2017 Fair Share Payment or you would like to make an additional donation, please do so as soon as possible! C
lick
HERE
to make a donation.
Please click
HERE
to learn more about The Fund for St. Joseph School.
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This year’s 18th Annual Tournament is scheduled for Saturday, September 30th at the Dudley Hill Golf Club followed by our steak dinner at the Polish American Veterans Club.
The entrance fee is still just $100 per golfer which includes golf, cart, player gift and dinner. Dinner only tickets can be purchased for $20.
Tee, Table and Family/Alumni Sponsorship’s are also available ranging from $50 to $500. You may sign up to play or to be a sponsor
HERE
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The 125th Celebration will take place on Sunday, October 15th. 11AM Mass will be celebrated by Bishop Robert McManus, followed by a special reception at the Auburn/Webster Lodge of Elks. Mark your calendars! All SJS students and their families are invited to attend. Watch for more info!
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All upcoming activities, events and special Masses are posted on our school
WEBSITE. Here are a few important dates to remember:
- New Family Meet & Mingle Ice Cream Social - Wed., Aug 23rd at 6:30PM
- Grade 1-8 Orientation for Parents - Tues., Aug 29th at 6:30PM
- Grade 1-8 First Day of School - Wed., Aug 30th
- PreK 2,3,5 and Kindergarten Orientation for Parents - Wed., Aug 30th at 6:30PM
- PreK 5 Day Program & Kindergarten - First Day of School - Thurs., August 31st
- No School - September 1st and 4th (Labor Day)
- PreK Tues-Thurs Program First Day of School - Tues., Sept. 5th
- PreK Mon-Wed-Fri Program First Day of School - Wed., Sept. 6th
- Family Mass - Sept. 10th at 9:30AM St. Joseph Basilica
- Back-to-School Picnic - September 10th at Noon (See invite below)
The "New Family Meet & Mingle Ice Cream Social" and all parent orientations will take place in the cafeteria. All parents are strongly encouraged to attend the orientations, even if you're not new to SJS. Teachers always have updated and important information to communicate to parents.
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Coming to the Back-to-School Picnic?
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LOCATION
200 Sportsman Club - 184 Sutton Road, Webster, MA
DATE AND TIME
09/10/17
12:00pm -
09/10/17
3:00pm
A great way to reunite with classmates or make new friends! Hot dogs and hamburgers will be served as well as fun activities for everyone!
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Summer Work & Supply Lists
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Need to do some last minute school supply shopping or finish those summer homework assignments? Click
HERE
for all the information.
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The 2017-2018 Parent-Student Handbook is now available on-line. Please take a moment to review the document as well as the outline of the
Parents' Role in Education
. Updates include new policies on electronic devices, field trips, and financial obligations. Click
HERE
to view the handbook.
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2017 Fall Fundraiser Set: Help Us Make It a Success!
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A direct and compelling headline
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Our enrollment is approaching 230 students. Ms. Dodge's Pre-K Five Day Program for 4-year-old students is now full. In addition, our First and Sixth Grade classes are full.
Although classes are filling fast, if you have friends or family who are interested in learning about the St. Joseph School experience, please have them contact
Mrs. Kohut
and schedule a tour. Don't forget about our referral program. Get the Referral Form
HERE
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From the Business Manager:
The school will soon be verifying eligibility for Free or Reduced Lunch through the state.
Families who qualify will be notified
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Also, please be sure that your tuition account is
current
before the beginning of the new school year.
Questions? Contact the
Business Manager.
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Update: Gym and Parish & Performing Arts Center
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The SJS Building Committee and our General Contractor have been working diligently with National Grid to coordinate the installation of the roof panels. Work will be resuming shortly. We are still targeting January for occupancy and will keep you up-to-date on the latest developments.
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A Lesson with Father Gregory...
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Our students had a wonderful time learning about "True Colors & Real Light" with Fr. Gregory. Please take a little time to watch this video with your family. It is a wonderful example of our Catholic Identity at St. Joseph School.
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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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