St Joseph High School - A Catholic College Preparatory Community
St Joes Announces the Appointment of Mr David Klein as President, Beginning July 2020!
On Wednesday, September 4, the St Joes Community received a letter from Board of Directors Chairperson, Mr Christopher Wilson, announcing the appointment of Mr David J Klein as the school's new President, beginning July, 2020. Mr Klein will succeed current Head of School, Dr Fitzgerald, whose pending retirement has been previously announced.

Mr Klein currently serves as the Head of School at Norwich Free Academy, an independently governed, co-ed, day academy, which serves an enrollment of 2,324 students from eight public school districts and a host of private and international students.

“We have found a President who will honor St Joseph High School’s traditions and high standards for academics, service, and personal responsibility,” writes Mr Wilson.

Freshman Class Trip!

The Freshman Trip to Gettysburg & Philadelphia will be held September 28-29. Students will learn American History, make new friends, and create lasting memories!

Students must sign up by today!
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion.

During our first school Mass last Friday, 13 seniors were installed as Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion!
Congrats, AP Scholars!

St Joes is proud to offer 17 Advancement Placement Courses on campus each year and 20 additional virtual AP courses! Congratulations to the  Cadets  from the Classes of 2019 & 2020 who were awarded the designation of AP Scholar!
Celebrating Traditions.

Yesterday, our new students came together to officially join the SJ family at the New Student Bible Mass. Each new student was called by name and presented with their own bible.
Cadets: Join A Club at SJ!

From Zumba to AV to Jeopardy, there is a club for everyone at St Joes! We are proud to offer 35+ clubs for our students to join! Find your fit today!
Become a Freshman Guide!

Freshman Guides allow middle school students to shadow them for one full day at St Joes. Freshman Guides also earn service hours each semester! Submit your application to Ms Oberle by September 12.
Join Us for Vines & Steins!

On September 25, all are welcome to join us for Vines & Steins, our annual SJ wine and beer tasting social!

Vines & Steins is a wonderful tradition that kicks off the new year and gives all of our parents, alumni, and friends a chance to unwind, make new friends, or reconnect with old ones. Each attendee receives a St Joes wine glass to taste fine wine and beer from guest vendors Bottomline Wine & Spirits and craft beer from BADSONS Beer Company. Hors d'oeuvres will also be served by Cinch and beautiful baskets will be raffled off.
Cadets: Visit the Writing Resource Center!

Need support when it comes to writing? Whether you need help with your essays, creative assignments, or research papers, the Writing Center is the place to go!
Support SJ Opening Games!

Tues, 9/10: Boys and Girls Cross Country at New Canaan at 4pm.

Thurs, 9/12: Girls Volleyball vs Newtown at 3:30pm and Field Hockey at Fairfield Warde at 4pm.

Fri, 9/13: Boys Soccer at Wilton at 4pm
and Girls Soccer vs Wilton at 4pm and Football vs Brien McMahon at 7pm.

Wed, 9/18: Girls Swim at Shelton at 3:45pm
Fall Sports Parent Meeting!

Tuesday, September 10 at 6:30pm in the gym.

This meeting is mandatory for all athletes, and each student must be accompanied by at least one parent or guardian.
Mandatory Presentation For All New Students.

On Tues, Sept 17, there will be a Parent/Student Forum on Alcohol, Drugs, and Internet Safety at 6:30pm in the gym. This is a mandatory event for all freshmen and transfer students and at least one parent .  
Order Your Yearbooks!

The early bird catches the worm -- or in this case, the discounted yearbook! Order your yearbook before Sept 27 for just $65.
The regular price is $80.

Seniors, do not need to order a book.
Cup o' Joe Opens Today!

The Cup O’ Joe is our student-run café! All proceeds benefit the inspiration for the café: Café de las Sonrisas (Café of Smiles) in Granada, Nicaragua.
$15K Tuition Raffle!

Tickets for SJ's Tuition Raffle are now on sale for $100 each! The $15K prize can be used at K-12 school(s)/college(s), or to pay back student loans! Only 500 tickets will be sold. Tickets are available at Fall Events or in the Advancement Office. Stop by or call 203-378-9378 x444. 
Faculty Spotlight: Deacon Tom Masaryk to Participate in Art Exhibit and Book Signing!
From September 11 - October 11, 2019, consider visiting The Gallery at the Sheen Center (Bleeker St, NYC) to see Deacon Tom's artwork on display! The exhibit is titled: A Reflection of the Creative Genius of God.

The exhibit will provide a glimpse into mission and ministry of the  Sacred Art Institute of St Edmund’s Retreat  on Enders Island, Mystic, CT. The exhibit will include examples of Byzantine iconography, illuminated manuscripts, calligraphy, stained glass, and woodcarving. Click here for more information.
You can also see Deacon Tom's work at a book signing on Sunday, September 15 at 1:00pm at St Margaret's Shrine Chapel in Bridgeport! Deacon Tom illustrated the book, Prayers for the Journey , by Barbara Mariconda.

Deacon Tom, Ms Mariconda, and Fr. Thomas Lynch will be on hand to sign the book and hold a discussion. Ms Mariconda will discuss the genesis of prayers, Fr. Tom will discuss how to use them, and Deacon Tom will speak on his artistic process in illustrating the work!
Upcoming Events
Fall Sports Meeting
Sept 12
First Day
of Fall Games
Back to School Night
Internet & Drug Safety Meeting
Freshmen
Trip Meeting

In Next Week's Issue
Academic Resource Center
College Fair
Walk-a-thon
and more!