Dear Parents-
Sunday, Sept. 15 was
Catechetical Sunday
, the day on which individuals who serve as catechists were called to the altar and commissioned for their ministry. During the ceremony, catechists professed their faith and pledged to teach the truths of our faith. Father Tom blessed and commissioned our school faculty and staff at the school Mass last Friday. It was a beautiful ceremony, shining a light on the importance of teaching our faith and spreading the gospel values. Parishes take a moment to reflect on the gift of catechists, and I invite you to join me in a prayer of thanksgiving for the amazing teachers in our school, as well as for those in our Religious Education program, who said yes to God’s call.
We also celebrated the accomplishments of our 8th grade students who were inducted into the St. Joseph Catholic School Chapter of the
National Junior Honor Society
. These students were selected for this honor based on their scholarship, character, leadership, and service. Congratulations to
Sophia A., Christine B., Ben B., Bella B., Alyssa C., Zoe C., Jacob C., Michael D., Jerome E., Elizabeth G., Ana G., Danny N., Sophia S., Cora T., Jillian V., Miguel V., and Meaghan W.
Representatives from
Paul VI High School
and
Bishop O’Connell High School
will visit with our 8th grade students during the school day in the upcoming weeks. It may only be September, but it is time to start thinking about high school! Additionally, any 8th grade student who seeks
admission to Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
is advised that the application deadline is September 27. Please check the TJHSST website for additional information. PVI and DJO application deadline is January 10.
Scantron
testing window moves into its second week, and it will continue until September 27. Students should be well rested and relaxed in preparation for the tests. Results will be made available to parents as soon as possible, after the testing window closes.
Each year, the Arlington Diocese, Office of Catholic Schools, mandates that all students in grades 6 through 12 are made aware of the
implications of sexual harassment
. St. Joseph Catholic School seeks to provide for its students “an atmosphere where the equal dignity of man and woman is recognized, and students are free from sexual harassment.” (quoted from OCS policy.) Over the next two weeks, I will present the age-appropriate lessons to the boys and girls in grades 6-8. Please discuss this important topic with your child. As always, if you have any questions, please let me know. Please note that this program does not contain any objectionable content and represents our Catholic faith in tradition and practice.
The PowerSchool
Parent Portal
is now open. Please take the time to log in and view student grades. If you have problems with log in, please contact our registrar, Mrs. Lisa Pearce,
l.pearce@sjschoolva.org
. Please do not hesitate to reach out to your child’s teachers if you have any concerns.
Our amazing PTO has arranged for a presentation from the founders of
Celebrate Calm.
Kirk Martin and his son, Casey, share their powerful message on managing children and family dynamics. I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Martin, and seeing the presentation quite a few years ago, and I recommend this program to all parents, even those who live in relative calm. See additional information below.
As always, if you have any questions, please let me know.
Welcome one another....as Christ welcomed you!
(Rom 15:7)
Denise Rutledge
Principal
Building Wisdom and Faith Through Service to God
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SJS Cheerleading - Try Outs Tomorrow!
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Got Spirit?
SJS cheerleading tryouts will be held
Wednesday, September 18 - Friday, September 20
from 3:15-4:30 pm
Cheerleaders will practice each Tuesday after school from 3:15-5:00pm
All participants must complete a permission slip and return to
Miss Denneny
no later than 9:00am Wednesday (Sept. 18) morning!
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Volunteers Needed!
Check out these opportunities to get involved!
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Volunteers are needed for
Picture Day
on September 24!
We need
2 volunteers for
morning and 2 for afternoon:
Morning from 8:00am until 11:00am
Afternoon from 11:40am until 2:00pm
What do we need help with?
Assist with grooming (straightening collars, hair placement, etc.) and be a runner/escort to and from classrooms.
Bonus! As a thank you for your service, Provine is offering a complimentary photo package of your child (one per family)! If you are able to volunteer, please contact Mrs. Hailey Roldan at
h.roldansjschoolva.org
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Recess
volunteers are needed!
Paid position if can commit to M-F
When
: Monday - Friday
Time
: 11:15am until 12:55pm
Paid positions available for those that can work Monday through Friday.
However, we welcome any parent that can volunteer their time even though they can't commit to all week.
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Another opportunity to get involved and volunteer at
St. Joseph Catholic School!
Mrs. Moschetto needs volunteers for the library.
Click below to sign up!
Please remember all volunteers must be compliant
with the Child Protection Program.
Thank you for your time!
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Want to get involved? We need YOU!
We are looking for volunteers during student lunch time!
Please consider donating the gift of your time!
It is required that all volunteers complete the Child Protection Certification program.
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Class of 2020 Spirit Wear Sales
Last day to order September 30, 2019
Place your order by clicking on the button below!
Thank you for supporting the 8th Grade!
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St. Joseph Catholic School Extended Day program is looking to hire responsible, understanding, nurturing, and caring individuals to join our wonderful team.
Positions are part-time, Monday through Friday, 6:45 am to 8:00 am and/or 3pm to 6pm with an occasional 11:30am-6:00 pm on scheduled early dismissals.
Please contact Nancy Lisk at n.lisk@sjschoolva.org
further information.
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Book Fair - Save the Date
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Are you looking for a part-time, paid position at St. Joseph Catholic School? We have openings for
lunch monitors during the school lunch period, Monday-Friday. It is a great opportunity to meet the students and work with your fellow parents. The shift is only two hours so you will have plenty of time left in your busy day! You can also work as many or as few days per week, depending on your availability.
Please note that you must be compliant in the Arlington Diocese Child Protection Program, or in the process of becoming compliant.
Monday- Friday
11:30a-1:30p
If you would like to inquire about this position, please contact:
Laura Stump
Kitchen & Event Manager
571-512-0551
lstump@sjcherndon.org
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SJS PTO presents
Tuesday, October 1st 7-9pm
Parish Hall
10 Ways to Stop Defiance, Disrespect & Yelling Workshop
1 FREE WORKSHOP.
No Need To Register.
Celebrate Calm Founder Kirk Martin, and his son, Casey, will provide parents and teachers with a dozen strategies that will eliminate defiance, disrespect, yelling, bullying, sibling fights and more that characterize our homes and classrooms. Kirk provides concrete, practical strategies that work with kids ages 2-22 in everyday situations to:
• Get your kids to listen the first time.
• Stop defiance, disrespect, and yelling.
• Stop whining, tantrums and sibling fights.
• Get kids off video games/screens without a fight.
• Create stress-free mornings, homework time and bedtime.
Parent Social @ Jimmy’s Old Town Tavern in Downtown Herndon
Join us at Jimmys
after
the
10 Ways to Stop Defiance, Disrespect & Yelling workshop
to meet and socialize with other SJS parents! We will see you there!
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Saturday, November 9th @ Northwest Federal Credit Union Annual 5K Race
Want to help make Bernie’s 5K Dash a huge success?? We are currently seeking event sponsors, donations and volunteers, please email
ptofundraising@sjschoolva.org
!
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September 16: Freeman, S.
September 17: Frye, B.
September 18: Fuentes-Paredes, K.
September 19: Fulton, M.
September 20: Gainer, E.
September 23: Gallagher, D.
September 24: Gallart, M.
September 25: Gallelli, A.
September 26: Garcia, V.
September 27: Garcia, M.
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It's game time!
Registration for CYO sports is now open!
See the information below on
sports being offered!
Registration is now
online
- click the
button to the right to register!
Go Saints!
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St. Joseph Catholic School Golf Program
Starting Late September
for 4
th
-8
th
Graders!
Is your son or daughter interested in learning the game of golf or looking to improve their golf game? If so, why not do it through the St. Joseph community! Starting in late September, a new program will be held for interested 4
th
-8
th
grade St. Joseph students and St. Joseph CCD participants. This program will be held at Herndon Centennial golf course, and for Fall 2019, will be held once a week for roughly 6 weeks. The program will be taught by a combination of parent volunteers and golf course staff. Please see below for additional details:
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When:
Start in mid-late September and will run for roughly 6 weeks through October, to be held one night a week (aiming for Monday evenings) for 1-1.5 hours each week during the 6 weeks.
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What:
Will include basic instruction and practice for the Fall session, including learning to hit the ball/improving on the driving range, learning/improving chipping and putting, and learning the basics of the game of golf including etiquette. Note that for the Fall session, there will be limited course play.
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Who:
Fourth-Eighth grade St. Joseph Catholic School students and St. Joseph Parish CCD participants.
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Equipment/Attire:
Does your child have clubs already? Great, please bring them. Don’t have golf clubs? No worries, there are additional sets of junior golf clubs that can be used at the course. Sneakers are suitable (golf shoes not required), and dress will be a golf shirt (or similar) and golf shorts (or golf pants when the weather is colder).
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Cost:
Anticipated costs are $50-$80 per child. This will be finalized based on the number of participants.
Please register by September 18
th
, as the program will likely
start as early as Monday, September 23
rd
.
To register, or for more information or questions, please contact
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Scouts - Meeting is Tonight!
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JOIN CUB SCOUTS NIGHT!
Boys in grades K-5: bring your parents to learn about the adventure of Cub Scouts and be part of our St. Joseph Pack 913!
Cub Scouts is a year-round family program. Our Pack has exciting events with activities that are fun for kids and the entire family. Our Cubs learn about important life skills, personal safety and environmental stewardship. They take part in fun outdoor activities, get involved in their community, and learn to be part of a team. Sign up by 10/31 and get a FREE Pinewood Derby car kit!
Date:
Tuesday, September 17
Time:
6:30pm
Place:
Saint Joseph Parish Meeting Rm 214/215
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That Man Is You! - Starts Tonight!
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That Man is You! gives you the opportunity to go deeper in your faith.
TMIY is an interactive, multi-media men’s program focused on the development of authentic male leadership. Each lesson successively considers men in their relationship to God, to their spouse and to their children. The program content harmonizes current social and medical science with the teachings of the Church and the wisdom of the saints to develop the vision of a man fully alive.
Come join the Men of our Parish in enriching relationships with both Christ and family.
There is no fee and all men are invited to attend either on Tuesday evenings at 7 pm starting September 17
th
or Friday mornings 6:30 am starting September 20
th
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Open House - October 27
St. Paul VI Catholic High School is having an Open House on Sunday, October 27 from 1-4pm.
10675 Fairfax Blvd, Fairfax, VA. 22030
Become a "Panther for a Day" - Shadow a current student and experience a day at Paul VI!
To arrange a visit or for more information about PVI, contact Mr. Glenn Farello at 703-352-0925 x340 or
gfarello@paulvi.net
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Open House at
Bishop O'Connell
October 13, 1:00-4:00
Presentation begins at 1:00. You and your family are invited to see a presentation, meet our faculty and coaches, and tour through our building.
Click here for more information.
Youth Football Day
at Bishop O'Connell
September 21, at 1:30 pm
Students K-8 who register in advance will receive free admission to the game and an O'Connell water bottle.
Click here to register.
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September
September 16: Scantron Week
September 20: Mass
September 23: Scantron Week
September 27: Mass
September 27: 11:30am Dismissal
October
October 4: Coffee with the Principal
October 4: Mass
October 8: Living Rosary
October 11: 11:30am Dismissal
October 11: Mass
October 11: Interims
October 14: NO SCHOOL
October 18: Mass
October 24: Mass
October 24: 11:30am Dismissal
October 25: NO SCHOOL
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Stay Connected - Twitter and Facebook
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Don't forget to follow SJS
on Twitter and Facebook!
A lot is happening at SJS and you don't want to miss out!
Twitter: @sjschoolva
Facebook: sjschoolva
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750 Peachtree Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Tel: 703-880-4350 Fax: 703-880-4320
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