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Dear Friends,
Good morning and Happy Monday, St. Joes. I hope you enjoyed a spectacular weekend. This correspondence is chock full of congratulatory and thankful “shout outs” which seems perfectly fitting as we prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving on Thursday.
Last week kicked off with a new school record! Dani Tanaka-Sales finished 1st in the Class M 50-Meter Freestyle. Dani’s State Championship is the first state title for the Girls Swim Team since 2012. She also finished 3rd Place in the 100-Meter Breaststroke and set a new school record in that event– well done, Dani!
Thursday evening, the Class of 2023 celebrated their Junior Ring Mass, marking their well-deserved recognition as upper classmen. Our 2023 Cadets are an outstanding group of young women and men and we are confident in their leadership ability as we continue to build the SJ legacy of excellence. It is the kindness passed from one class to the next that distinguishes our community from all others.
The 2021 Maroon & Gold Gala’s “Night of Inspiration,” on Saturday evening was an extraordinary event which perfectly captured the essence of St. Joes – faith, family, and fellowship. Many thanks to everyone who made a donation in support of financial assistance for our students. Thank you and congratulations to our Advancement Team, Maroon & Gold and Cadet Event Sponsors, Gala Committee Members, Honorary Event Chairpersons, Stacy and Chris Wymbs, and the 2021 Sister Catherine Fanning Privilege & Responsibility Award Recipients, the Trefz Family (Joan, Trish, and Chris) for Community and Maureen Anderson for Dedication.
This new week is already off to an extraordinary start. Congratulations to Coach Nogueira and our Lady Cadets on winning the CT Class L State Soccer Championship yesterday at Dillon Stadium. The team worked very hard and enjoyed a sensational season which concluded with being recognized as the best Class L Girls Soccer Team in Connecticut. Congratulations on this well-earned success - we are exceptionally proud of you!
Just a friendly reminder that tomorrow, Tuesday, November 23, is a 12-noon dismissal for students with Parent-Teacher Conferences to follow. I wish you a blessed and joyous Thanksgiving holiday with family and friends. Being a member of this loving SJ community is something that I am exceptionally thankful for each and every day. As always, I will include you in my prayers and intentions. Have a wonderful week ahead.
Happy Thanksgiving,
David J. Klein
President
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MAROON & GOLD GALA - A NIGHT OF INSPIRATION! |
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St. Joseph High School’s Maroon & Good Gala was a great success. Over 190 members of our community came out to honor Maureen Anderson and the Trefz Family, as well as to support student scholarships and tuition relief.
Keep your eyes peeled for our wrap up email where we will have information about monies raised, pictures, and more!
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A BEAUTIFUL JUNIOR RING MASS |
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It was a joy to see so many students and parents at the Junior Ring Mass last Thursday. The Junior Ring Mass is a wonderful tradition at St. Joes that officially aknowledges our juniors as upperclassmen. The celebration also includes a blessing of the rings for our students. |
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TODAY'S THE LAST DAY FOR OUR THANKSGIVING DRIVE! |
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Many thanks to all those who have contributed to our Season of Giving! The campaign for those in need continues! We ask that you consider taking part in any or all of the following drives (all donations can be dropped off in the lobby or main office):
Thanksgiving Food Drive: Nov. 8 - Nov. 22
- Needed: Pasta, rice, beans, cereal, macaroni and cheese, toiletries, bath soap, dish soap. Grocery store gift cards can also be brought to the main office, c/o Mr. Smith. Donations support the Blessed Sacrament Food Pantry.
Brian Bags Project: Through Dec. 5
- Needed: Soap, travel size shampoo, deodorant, water bottles, granolar bars, protein bars, cereal bars, $5 gift cards to fast food restaurants; and winter hats.
Coming Soon! Advent Giving Tree - Dec 5 - Dec 17
- Choose an ornament from our Advent Giving Tree and donate a Bedtime or Blessing bag for those in need. Donations will support Blessed Sacrament.
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BALSAM WREATH SALE ENDS TODAY! |
The holidays are quickly approaching!
Support the Parent Association by purchasing a holiday balsam wreath today! Wreaths are 22" in diameter and are $20 each.
Wreath pickup will be after school on December 2 & December 3!
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PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES: NOV. 23 |
Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held tomorrow. All students must be picked up by 12:30pm. Trumbull Busses will operate on an early-dismissal schedule and SJ Busses will depart at 12:15pm.
The Virtual Paragon reservation system will accept reservations until tonight, Nov. 22 at 8pm.
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CLASS L STATE CHAMPIONS!!! |
Last week, Girls Soccer defeated Waterford 4-0 to make it to the Class L Championships!
Yesterday, the team played against Simsbury in Dillon Stadium in Hartford and won the Championship!!
We are so proud of our Cadets and the incredible season they've had! Congratulations on a job well done!
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READ OUR FALL 2021 COMMUNIQUE! |
The Communiqué is the magazine of St Joseph High School and is produced twice a year - in the fall and spring.
We hope you'll take the time to read through the magazine and learn more about our incredible school! Inside this issue, you'll learn about the teaching styles of our own Dr. Umoh; the leadership of Joe Dzurenda '80; and the comedic inspiration of Jim Ferris '84.
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Save the Date! We hope you'll join us on Sunday, December 5 from 5pm-6pm for St. Joe's annual Christmas Tree Lighting!
Light refreshments, Christmas carols, and even a "special guest" for the children -- this is a great event for the entire family!
Students will also be able to participate in our Brian Bags Service Project beginning at 3pm. Interested students should see Mr. Smith for more information.
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St. Joe's 6th Kairos Retreat will be held on December 10 & 11. This retreat is open to all Junior & Seniors students.
This year, we have assembled a great group of student leaders who will take part in a unique experience of prayer and fellowship, only to be augmented by a stellar faculty team. There is no cost to participate in this retreat.
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THANKSGIVING FOOTBALL GAME! |
Tickets are on sale for the Thanksgiving "Rumble in Trumbull" football game! The November 25 Varsity Football game versus Trumbull High School will take place at Trumbull's McDougall Stadium. The game will begin at 10am.
Tickets are $8 per person (adult/student/senior citizen) and children under 6 are free. Tickets can also be purchased the day of the game at the Ticket Booth.
A few notes:
- Gates will open at 9:00am.
- Alcoholic beverages are not permitted on school grounds.
- Upon arrival at the stadium, bag checks will be conducted. Fans are not able to bring beverages into the stadium.
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All-FCIAC TEAM SELECTIONS ANNOUNCED! |
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The FCIAC have released the All-FCIAC Teams for the Fall Season and here are the Cadets who have had the honor of being selected! Click here to see all of the honorees!
Field Hockey
- Addison Chamberlain - FCIAC All-East
- Sofia Chaves - Honorable Mention
- Ella Dunford - Honorable Mention
Boys Soccer
- Jake Pacacha - 1st Team All-FCIAC
- Anthony Fiatarone - FCIAC All-East
Girls Soccer
- Mary Lundregan - 1st Team All-FCIAC
- Alexa Pino - 1st Team All-FCIAC
- Julia Bike - 1st Team All-FCIAC
- Hanah Silva - 1st Team All-FCIAC
- Caroline Sheehan - 1st Team All-FCAC
- Sarah Parker - 2nd Team All-FCIAC
- Maddigan Leifer - Honorable Mention
- Maeve Matthews - Honorable Mention
Girls Swimming & Diving
- Dani Tanaka Sales - 2nd Team All-FCIAC 100 Breaststroke
Girls Volleyball
- Ava Tuccio - 1st Team All-FCIAC
- Lily Mattison - 2nd Team All-FCIAC
- Maggie Wetmore - Honorable Mention
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Holy Trinity Catholic Academy is in need of volunteers to assist with their Basketball League for 2nd-4th graders.
Volunteers are needed to do the following:
- run the score clock
- managed the score book
- collect admission and the 50/50 raffle
- store chairs, etc...
The league begins in December and will run through early April 2022 every Saturday with a few "closed dates." Games begin at 9am and end at 5pm. Volunteers are asked to work a minimum of 3 games and will receive service hours accordingly.
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WISHING YOU AND YOURS A JOYOUS THANKSIVING! |
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During Thanksgiving Break, there will be no classes from from Wednesday, November 24 through Friday, November 26.
May your table be filled with blessings.
We wish all of our families a full table this Thanksgiving, filled with joyous laughter and warm memories. We encourage those of you with empty chairs to fill them with new friends. Thanksgiving is not a time to be grateful solely for what we have, but more for what we can share. Happy Thanksgiving!
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November 23
Noon Dismissal - Parent Teacher Conferences
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November 25
Thanksgiving Football Game at Trumbull High
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December 1
Pizza & Prayer
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December 3
Charity Dress Down Day & Noon Dismissal
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December 5
SJ Tree Lighting
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