Dear St. Joe’s Parents,
I’m sure that as parents you realize that not all children love to come to school each day… your child included! So if math isn’t her thing, or ELA doesn’t excite him…what else is there that can “hook them” and get them to school each day, actually looking forward to the experience?
Many students struggle with academics. They find class work challenging and frustrating. This is often a temporary phase, one that will change as a student grows and finds success in the classroom. In the meantime, there are other options that may help to fill that void. Here at St. Joe’s students have a number of opportunities to get involved and be part of the school and the community. If your child is an athlete or wants to be part of an athletic team…how about field hockey (undefeated this year by the way!) or cross country, ski club, or basketball. These are “no cut” experiences…” Want to play, you can stay !” Sports are not your child’s “thing!” What about being a part of a musical or drama performance, speech and debate, choir. There is much here at St. Joe’s to draw young people in. Whether your child is “into school” or not, have them get involved in an activity beyond the classroom. It’s a great opportunity to experience more of what St. Joe’s has to offer.
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Sincerely,
Dr. Joe Barnes
Interim Head of School
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Just a friendly reminder that all adults that are looking to volunteer at school need to fill out a CORI form EACH year. If you have not done so already this school year, please visit either the main office or the ECB office to complete the CORI. It only take two minutes, and remember to bring your license. |
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As part of transitioning from our Elementary School to our Middle School, we want to be sure you know about the Middle School experience!
On Tuesday, November 16th from 6:00 - 8:00 pm, we invite parents of students in Grades 4-6 to see what the Saint Joe's Middle School is all about!
Hear from teachers, parents, and students on their own experiences as well as receive a guided tour of the Middle School spaces.
What: Get to Know Saint Joe's Middle School
When: Tuesday, November 16th
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Where: Saint Joe's Gymnasium
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There have been numerous instances recently of students using cell phones at school. The following was communicated to students at the Middle School on Tuesday morning. This is also the policy as found in the Student Handbook. Parent involvement in this issue is appreciated.
“The use of cell phones by students is prohibited during, before, and after school hours in the school building unless the student has permission of a teacher or a staff member. The student must stay with the teacher or staff member while they make the call or text. Students are required to keep their cell phones in their locker, shut off for the entire school day….If the student is observed using the cell phone in the building, without permission, the cell phone will be confiscated and the parent will have to pick it up in the principal’s office.”
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COVID testing at Saint Joseph School is on the horizon. A detailed information letter with consent link was sent out to all parents yesterday, October 28th. Please review and sign-up.
Reminder: Please keep ill children home. Please communicate that illness is the reason for the absence to the attendance line.
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Admissions - Sibling Application |
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Our new online application is up and running! If you have a younger child and are looking to apply to Saint Joe's - the sibling applications are through your student/family RenWeb portal. You do not need to open a new account to apply. Apply now to secure your spot! |
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A new month of study hall will start on Monday. Study Hall provides students in grades 5-8 with an opportunity to complete their homework or schoolwork in a supervised environment after school. Students must register for Study Hall at the beginning of the month to participate. Please check your calendars for extracurricular activities before registering for Study Hall.
When: Monday- Thursday, 2:40- 4:15 pm (excluding early release days)
Where: Students will meet in the school library and will work at tables in cohorts and socially distanced. Upper grade teachers will supervise and assist students.
Pick up: Study Hall concludes at 4:15. Students may be dismissed prior to this time with written permission from their parent/guardian. At 4:15, all remaining students will be dismissed and once they exit the building, they will no longer be supervised.
Expectations: Study Hall is for students to work on homework and get extra help from teachers. If students finish homework early, it is expected that they will work quietly on other assignments. Students who do not meet these expectations will be asked not to participate in Study Hall.
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Student council will be collecting extra/leftover Halloween candy next week from Monday through Thursday. Students are welcome to drop off candy in the boxes by either office. At the end of the week, student council will put together individual bags to send to the troops through the non-profit Soldiers’ Angels. |
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Official registration for ski club – grades 5-8 ONLY. Please make sure to read through the whole form for pricing and more details. This must be completed by NOVEMBER 1.
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Basketball season is right around the corner! Please use the link below to register your student for SJS basketball, open to grades 3-8.
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This year, Ms. Crispi will be leading Yearbook Club for interested 5th-8th graders. The first meeting will take place on Wednesday, November 3rd with bi-weekly meetings on Wednesdays to follow. Yearbook Club will meet in Room 303 (Ms. Crispi’s room) from 2:45-3:45pm. More details are forthcoming, so keep an eye on the SCOOP for updates. This is an exciting opportunity for SJS students to be involved in the hands-on process of creating a great keepsake for the SJS community. Please fill out this Google Form so that Ms. Crispi can gauge student interest.
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Planning will begin in November for our School Auction, to be held in person at the Four Point Sheraton, Norwood, on Saturday, March 26, 2022. This will be the party of the year – and we need your help in planning this wonderful event. Most meetings will be held via zoom for your convenience. If you are interested in joining in the planning, please email Mary Beth Cox at mcox@saintjoes.com. Our first meeting will be in November. This is a great opportunity to get involved and have some fun.
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Dear St. Joseph’s,
For the first time in our parochial school history, we have been given the wonderful opportunity to join thousands of other pilgrims to March for Life in Washington D.C. from January 20-22, 2022. Due to the tremendous generosity of benefactors the cost for each pilgrim and chaperone will be covered. Students in Grades 6-12 are invited. In union with the Archdiocese of Boston Catholic Schools Office the Witness to Life is a powerful example of our faith put into action: being a voice for the weakest and poorest member of society, the unborn. An innocent person’s right to life is absolute and sacred since it comes directly from God the Creator. Please prayerfully consider joining St. Joseph’s in our witness to life. Saving one soul or one baby’s life is of infinite value and worth any sacrifice. More details about the pilgrimage can be found below. Questions about the pilgrimage can be directed to Fr. Joseph. Final confirmations to attend the pilgrimage are due to Fr. Joseph by November 7th.
In gratitude,
Fr. Joseph
Office (781) 896-2545
Let the children come to me.
Matthew 19:14
• Cost $250.pp/Double Occupancy/4 meals
• All Catholic school students in Grades 6-12 are invited
• Depart early Thursday morning, January 20, 2022 and return Saturday night, January 22, 2022
• Roundtrip travel via Amtrak train from South Station, Boston to Union Station, Washington. D.C.
• Local Bus Transportation while in D.C.
• Tour the National Monuments & War Memorials in D.C.
• Boston Mass with Cardinal Seán O’Malley at the Sacred Heart Shrine
• March for Life
• Adoration, Confession & Discussion with Boston priests, the Sisters of Life & The Daughters of Mary of Nazareth
Saturday Morning Mass and Tour of the Saint John Paul II National Shrine
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Volante Farms - 9th Annual Pumpkin Fest |
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Visit Volante Farms this weekend for a pumpkin, make a donation to Cradles to Crayons, and Volante Farms will match your donation up to $5,000.
Tag Volante Farms with a photo of your carved pumpkin at
Instagram: @volantefarms or Facebook: Volante Farms
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The deadline to order school pictures is Nov. 1st at midnight.
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Winter uniforms start on Nov. 1st and with the significant back order situation with Land’s End, students are still allowed to wear any navy blue polo while families await their order.
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- Monday, November 1st - Winter Uniforms Begin
- Thursday, November 4th - Prayer and Pick Up
- Friday, November 5th - No School - Professional Development
- Tuesday, November 9th - Prayer and Pick Up
- Tuesday, November 9th - First Reconciliation Parent Meeting
- Thursday, November 11th - Veteran's Day - No School
- Friday, November 12th - Christmas Wreath Orders Due
- Tuesday, November 16th - Student Council Representatives Meeting
- Tuesday, November 16th - Meet the Middle School Night
- Thursday, November 18th - Prayer and Pick Up
- Thursday, November 18th - 5th Grade Play
- Thursday, November 18th - PSA Meeting
- Friday, November 19th - 5th Grade Play
- Monday, November 22nd - Food Item Thanksgiving Drive Donation Due
- Monday, November 22nd - End of First Trimester
- Wednesday, November 24th - No School
- Thursday, November 25th - Thanksgiving Day
- Friday, November 26th - No School
- Sunday, November 28th - Christmas Wreath Pick Up
- Tuesday, November 30th - Giving Tuesday
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Happy Halloween from Miss Viscomi's Kindergarten Class! Thank You to the parents who helped decorate the room! |
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