This Week at St Joes - May 10, 2021

St Joseph High School - A Catholic College Preparatory Community

Dear Friends,

Happy Monday, St. Joes. We are coming off an exhilarating week of celebratory events on Campus which unified our community in fun and fellowship. After such a unique year, our Cadets could not be more deserving.

The Senior Class was the picture of grace and elegance at Thursday night’s Prom. The event was meticulously planned and executed by Colleen Piatak. Joseph Dzurenda, the facilities team, and SJ parent volunteers worked tirelessly to transform the tent into a beautifully festive venue to honor the Class of 2021. Post-Prom continued through the early morning hours and featured unlimited snacks, generous parent donated raffle prizes, and a food truck! Aimee Marcella, Danielle Knapp-Ferranti, and SJ Parent Co-Chairs, Lori McKeon and Pam DeAngelo, planned an action-oriented Post Prom for the books! On Saturday night the Sophomore Class Moderators, Kayla Stevens and Iaian Blamey facilitated the Sophomore Spring Fling event for the Class of 2023 in celebration of friendship and tradition.

We are just getting started! This week will also be a memorable one with New Student Orientation for the Class of 2025 (Wednesday), the Junior Ring Mass (Thursday) and Junior Ring Social (Saturday) and our SJ Legacy Mass (Sunday). The traditions continue throughout the month (May 17-21) with Spirit Week on Campus, concluding with the always popular SJ Class Color Wars on Friday, May 21.

None of this would be possible without an exceptionally strong school community partnership, and dedicated faculty and staff. The steadfast commitment and love that we share for our SJ students is unwavering. Our students, your children, are the direct beneficiaries of our alliance – SJ Cadets are always strong together! Have a wonderful week ahead, and your family will remain in my daily prayers and intentions.

In Faith and Fellowship,

David J. Klein

President

SJ Prom: Celebrating in Style!

On Thursday, May 6, 2021, the St Joseph High School Class of 2021 celebrated their senior prom with dinner, dancing and endless photos. The Senior Cadets gathered for a uniquely formatted celebration in an event tent on campus featuring a dance floor, dining area, Step & Repeat, and complete with customary chandeliers. The night marks the first of many senior celebratory events in preparation for June 5 graduation.

View Photos from the Event

Junior Ring Social & Mass (May 13 & 15)

This week, we are so excited to host our Junior Ring Mass and Junior Ring Social for the Class of 2022!

Junior Ring Mass - May 13 at 7:00PM - Gymnasium

Students need not have purchased a ring to attend the Mass. Juniors will also have a "dress up" day at school on May 13. Students were to have RSVP'd for themselves and up to one parent/guardian. If a student has not RSVP'd but would like to attend, they should reach out to Dr. Marino.

Junior Ring Social - May 15 at 6:30PM - Tent

The Junior Ring Social will take place from 6:30PM - 10:30PM. Students must have registered and paid in advance. Students are not allowed to bring dates to the social this year.

Legacy Mass - May 16

Members of the Class of 2021 with parents who are SJ Alums are invited to the Legacy Mass & Pinning on May 16, 2021 at 11am in the Auditorium. Immediately following the Mass, Alumni Parents will have the opportunity to pin their Senior with a legacy pin, which they can also wear on their gown during all Commencement activities.

Light refreshments in the Marian Courtyard will follow.

Please RSVP by May 11

Spirit Week is May 17 - 21!

SJ's Student Council works hard to bring new initiatives and excitement to each year's Spirit Week! Each day is themed and all students are encouraged to participate!

Monday, May 17: Hawaiian / Tacky Tourist Day (all students)
Tuesday, May 18: Decades Theme (Freshmen: 70s; Sophs: 80s; Juniors: 90s; Seniors: 60s)
Wednesday, May 19: Holiday Theme (Freshmen: Christmas; Sophs: 4th of July; Juniors: Valentine's Day; Seniors: Father's Day)
Thursday, May 20: Tie-Dye Day (all students)
Friday, May 21: Color Wars (Freshmen: Green; Sophs: Red; Juniors: Blue; Seniors: White)

A Note Regarding Upcoming Events

During SJ in-person, on-campus events, preventative measures and safety are our highest priority. Still, all those who choose to participate in these events should understand that there remains a consistent risk of COVID-19 exposure.

If a member of our community tests positive for Covid-19, those within 6 feet of that individual for longer than 15 minutes must undergo a mandatory quarantine for 10 days, without exception. This may mean a student is unable to attend other events such as athletic games, socials, or even senior activities. We ask for your continued adherence to CDC and SJ guidelines and your partnership as students elect which events to attend throughout the remainder of the school year. Thank you.