Dear Friends,
Good morning and Happy Monday, St. Joes. I hope that you enjoyed a wonderful weekend. The hustle and bustle of this joyous holiday season is officially underway!
The Christmas decorations carefully hung by our student volunteers and Parent Association added a bit of sparkle to Winter Open House last Tuesday. Guests enjoyed hot chocolate prepared by our Cup O’ Joe Café baristas while engaging with faculty, staff, and students to plan their high school goals. Based upon the strong participation and effusive energy on campus, it is evident that our mission-driven SJ brand is thriving.
This weekend, SJ seniors and juniors participated in a Kairos Retreat at St. Pius X planned and facilitated by Director of Campus Ministry, Jordan Smith, and Episcopal Chaplain, Father Eric Silva. The students and adults enjoyed a spiritual weekend of reflection, renewal, and community. It is opportunities like these that prepare our Cadets to succeed with character and confidence.
As you know, DRA Consultants, Jim Barrett and Greg Smolley, are returning to Campus on Tuesday, December 14, to facilitate additional Focus Group sessions in support of our comprehensive Campus Facilities Assessment Plan. If your schedule permits, please join us in the Huntington Auditorium as follows: Visual & Performing Arts Supporters (5:30pm-6:30 p.m.) and/or Open Session for SJ Community Members (7:00pm-8:00pm). You are welcome to attend either session.
Please review the variety of special events this week: a Winter Concert and Art Show displaying our Cadets’ artistic talent, a study session to prepare for midterms, or enjoy a meal and conversation at Pizza & Prayer! May you have a terrific week ahead. I will include your family and our greater SJ Community in my daily prayers and intentions.
In Faith and Fellowship,
David J. Klein
President
