This Week at St Joes - November 2, 2020

St Joseph High School - A Catholic College Preparatory Community

Dear Friends,

Good morning and Happy Monday from St. Joes. I hope you had a wonderful weekend and that you are poised for a joyous and successful week ahead. We have a FUN week planned on Campus which includes Spirit Days for students and adults (Flannel Day (Mon. & Wed.) and Jersey Day (Thurs., & Fri.) and our Homecoming Assembly for the Class of 2021 will close out Spirit Week on Friday afternoon.

Let me take this opportunity to give a heartfelt shout out to each of our SJ students, your sons and daughters, for their strong character, steadfast resilience, and positivity during this very challenging and uncertain time. We all know that COVID-19 has disappointed and tested all of us in ways that we could have never imagined, yet despite it all, the students remain hopeful. Their deep faith sustains and teaches them to be mindful of and appreciative for each of life’s blessings – both large and small. Based upon my daily interactions with and observations of our SJ Cadets, the future of this country and our world is extremely bright. It is a personal and professional privilege to spend time each day with the amazing students of St. Joseph High School. Their ability to confront and embrace unprecedented adversity with poise and resolve is extremely inspiring – thank you for raising such great kids! Have a good week ahead and may God bless your family.

In Faith and Fellowship,

David J. Klein

President

Spirit Week is Here: Nov 2-6!

Spirit Week is an incredible tradition at St Joes and we encourage all students to participate! Here are the week's themes:

Monday, Nov 2: Flannel Day for Gold Team
This is a full dress down day for students.
Tuesday, Nov 3: No School (Election Day)
Wednesday, Nov 4: Flannel Day for MaroonTeam
This is a full dress down day for students.
Thursday, Nov 5: Jersey Day for Gold Team
Students must wear their uniform skirt/pants.
Friday, Nov 6: Jersey Day for Gold Team
Friday, Nov 6: Homecoming Assembly for Seniors (additional details below)

Join World Languages and Campus Ministry for a Season of Giving

This fall, St Joseph High School is proud to host a Season of Giving! - dedicated to serving and giving back to those less fortunate during the holiday season, and especially for those who have been hard hit by the pandemic.

From today, October 26, through December 21, please consider donating everything from food to clothing to toys. In addition, this year, students will have the ability to earn service hours for the items they donate (see the flyer for additional information). All items can be brought to Ms Sullivan in Room 107. Thank you for your support!

Click Here to View the Flyer and Donate Today!

Support St Joes While Holiday Shopping on Amazon!

AmazonSmile is a simple way for you to support St Joseph High School every time you make a purchase, at no cost to you.

Just visit smile.amazon.com (it can also be activated in the Amazon Shopping app for iOS and Android phones) and choose St Joes as your charity.

As you make your purchases, St Joes receives a donation from Amazon -- at no cost to you!

Click to Get Started

Thanksgiving Travel Advisories

As a reminder, St Joes will close at noon on Tuesday, November 24, in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday. There are no classes scheduled November 25-November 29, but athletic practices and games will continue as usual. School will resume on Monday, November 30.

If you plan to travel during the holiday weekend, we urge everyone to be aware of CT's travel restrictions and quarantine protocols. Anyone traveling into CT from a state or country listed on the Travel Advisory List must self-quarantine for a 14-day period from the time of last contact within that state. Please note, the CT Travel Advisory list is ever-changing, therefore we recommend you check the list regularly surrounding the dates of your planned travel. You can view the list of affected states here. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to our school Nurse, Mrs Miller at (203) 378-9378 x307.

Postponed Class Day Events

Due to the rising numbers of Covid-19 in our area, the Department of Health has recommended that our Class Day events (for Freshmen, Sophomores, and Seniors) be postponed. We will let you know when we can have these important events.

Cadet Spotlight: Laci Lewis!

Soccer standout, Laci Lewis, has had quite a ride over the course of her career. Laci almost died after going into cardiac arrest at a club practice. After two heart surgeries and a torn ACL, she is back and a Division I recruit! Laci tells her story on the Ruden Report Podcast!

Hear Her Story

Senior Homecoming: Nov 6!

Seniors: Homecoming is just a few days away! Here's what you need to know!

Homecoming Assembly will begin at 12:30pm. Everyone in attendance is required to wear a mask and seating will be socially distanced. Parents will not be allowed, but we will record the event for your family.

Homecoming is a special event that requires you to dress up in business attire. Gentlemen should wear a suit, or jacket & tie and ladies can wear dresses, skirts, or slacks & tops. Maroon Team seniors should come to school properly dressed up as they will be dismissed from their long period class for our assembly. Gold Team seniors will end virtual classes after Period C so that they may eat lunch, change their clothes, and drive to school. Please keep an eye on your Google Classroom page for additional announcements and notes from Mrs Piatak!

Congratulations, Tom Shannon '21!

Congratulations goes out to Thomas Shannon '21, who was awarded The Borucki & Hahn Memorial Scholarship from the Trumbull Police Department!

The Borucki & Hahn Memorial Scholarship is presented in memory of Officer Michael Borucki, a 22 year veteran, and Officer Raymond Hahn, a 32 year veteran of the Trumbull PD. Both lifetime Trumbull residents died of cancer during active service to the community.

Their love for family, community, and service inspired fellow officers to establish this annual scholarship for Trumbull high school students who plan on going into criminal justice.

Make Your Reservation for St Joe's Maroon & Gold Gala on Nov 21!

Join Us for The Big Night In. This year's Maroon & Gold Gala is taking on a hybrid model, with both live and pre-recorded segments. Participants will be able to view the event from home while simultaneously bidding on auction items through our mobile bidding platform!

Each reservation includes a Gala Gift Box for two to enjoy throughout the event. Proceeds from the Gala will benefit the St Joseph High School Scholarship & Tuition Relief Funds.

Click Here to Register or Become a Sponsor!