St Joseph High School - A Catholic College Preparatory Community
Meet Your Class L CIAC Champions!
SJ Defeats Hand High School 17-13!
On Saturday, Dec 14, St Joseph High School's football team became the first team in CIAC history to win 3 different championships in 3 different classes 3 years in a row!

St Joes defeated Hand High School and ends the season with a perfect 13-0 record! Congratulations, Cadets! We couldn't be more proud!
Thank You for Attending SJ's Fine Arts Night!

The musical and artistic talent of more than 200 Cadets kicked off the holiday season for our SJ Community last Thursday. Thank you to all who supported our Cadets' hard work.
Seniors: Share Your College Acceptances With Us!

Senior Cadets, you've worked so hard these past four years and we want to celebrate you!

As those acceptance letters begin to roll in, let us know all about it!

Be sure to bookmark our College Counseling webpage and return each time you are accepted!
Decision Time: Choosing the Class of 2024!

Something special was mailed on Dec 13 to all accepted students! Congratulations to all those accepted to the Class of 2024!

Still Need to Apply?  Rolling Admission is Happening Now!
Get your application in this week to receive your decision before Christmas!
7-Question Survey: We'd Love Your Feedback!

We hope you'll take a few minute to share your thoughts on our This Week at St Joes newsletter. Your feedback will help us ensure appropriate frequency and content of all things St Joes. Thank You!
Pizza & Prayer: Dec 17!

The next Pizza & Prayer event will take place on  Tuesday, Dec 17 from 5pm-7pm. Deanna Maltese '20 will be our speaker on the topic: "Too Stressed to be Blessed." If you sign-up, please plan to stay through until the end of the event! See Ms Mostowy, Mr Smith, or any Peer Ministers if you have questions.
Juniors: Register for Your Class Trip to Quebec!

The Junior Trip to Quebec will be held February 15-18, 2020. Seats are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
 
To reserve a seat, a $100 deposit is required by  Friday, January 3rd . 
The Proof is in the People: Meet Katie Cavazzini!

We are proud to introduce you to Katie Cavazzini, new theology teacher at St Joes! In 2019, Ms. Cavazzini completed her Masters degree in Religious Education with a concentration in Youth and Young Adult Ministry. Ms. Cavazzini comes to St. Joe’s with two years of experience as a parish youth minister as well. 
Classroom & Club Spotlights!

There is never a dull moment at St Joes! From guest speakers to service projects to club activities, our community comes together like no other.
Cadets: Purchase Your #TimmyPower T-Shirts!

The Maroon & Gold Club Members have decided to dedicate the Winter athletic season to Timmy Berens.

When students purchase a Timmy Power t-shirt (designed by students), they will be able to enter any Boys or Girls Basketball game for free throughout the season.

T-Shirts pre-orders will be taken next week before and after school. Students can also visit the Athletics Office to pre-order their shirts.
Immersion Trip Reminders & Open Seats!
Athens
Feb 14-23, 2020

While our trip to Greece currently has a wait-list, this is a gentle reminder to all who have signed up that final payments must be made by January 15, 2020.
Camp Sunshine
Aug 16-21, 2020

Camp Sunshine is for families with children battling disease. Volunteers help with leadership, childcare, food service and many other tasks.

Cost is $225. See
Mrs Piatak for information.
Thank You for Supporting SJ's Giving Tree!

We are so grateful for your contributions to St Joe's Giving Tree! On Friday, the lobby was packed with gifts for the Bridgeport Rescue Mission and Blessed Sacrament Church. THANK YOU!
Winter Break and Preparing for Mid-Terms!
Christmas Break begins on Friday, December 20 with dismissal at 12:00pm. All students must be picked up by 12pm as the school will shut down at that time. Winter Break runs from December 20 through January 1. Classes will resume on Thursday, January 2, 2020.
Mid-Term Exams will be held from Thursday, Jan 9 - Tuesday, Jan 14.

Some of our students, especially Freshmen, have never taken a mid-term or final exam and the experience can be even that much more stressful. It’s important to manage stress appropriately, here are some test planning tips:
Recognize  when you're under stress and acknowledge that it’s okay.
 
Plan ahead!   Figure how much time it will take to study for an exam. Typically students should begin 3-4 days before the exam. 
 
Get a good night’s sleep.   Without enough sleep, your body may not be rested enough to fight off any last minute panic.
 
Eat a good breakfast.   Proteins and whole grains provide energy and stamina to perform to the best of your ability.
 
Stop studying an hour before the test. 
Seeing something you don’t know at the last minute is bound to create panic. Put the books away and try to be as relaxed as possible.
Do not talk about the test  with other students once you get there. Others may say something you didn’t study and create panic resulting in forgetting what you actually do know.
 
Don’t be your own worst enemy!  How we behave under stress is determined by what we think. Positive self talk is a very powerful tool we can use to help us succeed.
 
Ask for help.   Know that faculty and staff are always here to support you and help you succeed to the best of your ability.  
 
So, relax and do your best. Good luck!

PS - Don't forget to breathe! It will be okay!
Upcoming Events
Christmas Sweater Day
Classes Cancelled
Accepted Students Night
Mid-Term Exams
Scholarship Reception

In Next Week's Issue
The TWSJ will be taking a Christmas break. Your next issue will be on January 6!
Happy Holidays!