A Message from Mr. Hackenson
Dear Parents,

A thank you goes out for your cooperation on the parking situation on Whitcomb Street at dismissal. Parking is only available on the right side of the street to keep the area safe and to allow vehicles to pass through during dismissal.

Catholic School week will begin with a 9:30AM Mass celebrated by Bishop McManus on Sunday, January 28th. This Migration Mass will display all nationalities of our students at St. Joseph School. Students will present their native country's flag as well as dress in their native clothing. After Mass, all should stop by St. Joseph School to visit each classroom where students will show their research work on this year's theme "Olympics".

Congratulations to our 8th grade students who received their athletic jackets and sweatshirts from the Athletic Program.

Congratulations also go out to our founding students of the very first National Junior High Honor Society under the leadership of Mrs. Karen Lefebvre.


Sincerely,
Principal
***IMPORTANT DATES***
Go Patriots: Terminate the Titans!
All St. Joseph School students, faculty, and staff may wear a Patriots jersey to school on Friday, January 12, 2018.
January 15th:
No School Martin Luther King Day
St. Joseph School is closed for the observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
January 17th:
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 .
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.

The second quarter grading period ends January 19th.
Student Evaluations for our PreK students and Report cards for students in Grades K-8 will be distributed on January 26th.

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK:
January 28th - February 3rd
January 28th:
9:30 a.m. Migration Mass & Celebration of Diversity
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 1/17/2018.

***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***
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.
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.
January 28th - February 2nd: Carnation Sale
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!
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!
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 .
Other Catholic Schools Week Activities
Watch for a detailed schedule!
Mark Your Calendars: Financial Night
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.
Our Intramural team takes on St. Joe's of North Grosvenordale at 11:00 a.m. this coming Saturday, January 13th at the St. Louis Gym, 48 Negus Street, Webster. Intramural practices are now scheduled on Tuesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 and Wednesdays from 5:00 to 6:30 at the Webster Middle School.

Also on Saturday, January 13th our athletes take-on All Saints Academy at Webster Middle School. Please note that the start time has been changed to 2 p.m. for JV Boys, 3 p.m. for Varsity Girls, and 4 p.m. for Varsity Boys.

In addition, our Varsity Girls take-on St. Peter Marian at noon at Venerini Academy on Sunday, January 14th. Also, our teams take-on St. Joe's of North Grosvenordale at the Thompson Middle School on Sunday, January 14th. JV Girls tip-off at noon, JV Boys at 1 p.m., Varsity Girls at 2 p.m., and Varsity Boys at 3 p.m.

Important Game Day Notes/Reminders:
1) Don't forget to let your coaches know if your child will not be at any of the games that you are scheduled for.
2) A parent or guardian must be at the gym with your child AT ALL TIMES.
3) At our home games, all are required to pay to enter the gym, including those who are assigned concession duty that particular game.

Finally, the concession stand schedule has been set. Please click HERE for the schedule. Practice and games schedules are posted on the school CALENDAR. Click HERE for a printable version of the game schedule. Click HERE for a printable version of the practice schedule. Please note that the Varsity Girls Tuesday practices are now held at the Webster Middle School on Tuesdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

GO EAGLES!
Photo: 8th Grade Recognition Night
Junior National Honor Society
St. Joseph School is proud to announce that the following students have been inducted into the Junior National Honor Society (JNHS): Grade 7 - Remonda Makarios and Kaileigh Strong; Grade 8 - Benjamin Duval, Szymon Mamro, and Emilia Pianka. The students are the founding members of the Eagles Chapter. The JNHS  at Saint Joseph School is an organization that promotes recognition for its students who reflect outstanding accomplishments in the areas of scholarship, leadership, character, service, and citizenship.

CONGRATULATIONS!
Student Council Coat Drive Results
The St. Joseph School Student Council recently met with Webster Chief of Police, Timothy Bent and Deputy Chief, Michael Shaw to present them with the winter garments they collected during their Annual Coat Drive. The students collected 74 coats, 18 pairs or gloves, 11 hats, 6 scarves, and 3 pairs of ski pants. The donations filled the back of the police cruiser! The clothing will be distributed at the Webster Dudley Food Share. Thank you for your support!
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SAINT JOSEPH SCHOOL

47 Whitcomb Street
Webster, MA 01570
Phone: 508-943-0378