Title IX is a law that prohibits sex discrimination in public schools and many private schools, from kindergarten to the university level. The U.S. Department of Education has proposed a new regulation that would revise the concept of "discrimination on the basis of sex" to include "sexual orientation" and "gender identity." This would require schools to comply with gender ideology, affecting many of the day-to-day activities of these institutions. Schools could be punished for distinguishing between boys and girls in locker rooms and dorms). The proposed regulation would keep an existing exemption for religious schools, but teachers and students of faith in public schools would have no such protections.  **Deadline to submit comments is September 12!!**

We will run a TEST of the SJS Emergency Broadcast System on Thursday, September 15. Please make sure that your contact information is updated and complete on PowerSchool so that our test is efficient, and in the event of an emergency we are able to keep everyone informed.  

Please listen to and read the message completely! If you are not contacted from the school on September 15 with this TEST, please contact Lisa Pearce at L.Pearce@sjschoolva.org 

Community service is an integral part of education at St. Joseph Catholic School. Our service to the community teaches students the importance of making service a lifelong practice, to become better citizens and to live out their faith. St. Joseph Catholic School has partnered with Catholic Charities St. Lucy Food Project to conduct service projects throughout the year and assist families experiencing hygiene items and food insecurity.

The September toothpaste collection will start on

September 6 and end on September 27.

Thank you for your support!

All Grades = Regular Size (Not travel) Toothpaste

JOIN THE CHOIR

WHO?    GRADES 6th - 8th Grade!

WHEN? Thursdays after school from 3:30-4:30

WHERE? In the Music Room.

START? Sep 15, 2022

Click HERE for permission form. 



**Permission forms must be turned in by

Monday, September 12, 2022**

SJS will be placing an order for parents to have the opportunity to purchase their child (for Grades 5-8) a Chromebook cover for $30. If any parent is interested in purchasing please fill out the Chromebook Cover Form. If you have multiple children please fill out a separate form for each child. All payments will be processed through your FACTS account. Please reach out to  itsupport@sjschoolva.org if you have any additional questions.

St. Joseph Catholic School loves to have parent volunteering for classroom activities, Field Day, 8th grade musical, Art, Library and lots more activities. In order to volunteer, you must complete the Arlington Diocese Child Protection Program. Click HERE to access the information as to how to complete this

2 part program.

At this time there are quite a number of Virtus Seminars scheduled in the Arlington Diocese, including 2 scheduled here at St. Joseph Catholic School on 9/23 and 9/30. If you have any questions regarding completion of this program, please contact Beth Covert at (703)880-4357 or bcovert@sjcherndon.org.

Make sure to stop by the Chick-fil-A in Reston on Sept. 13 from 4-8pm! 

Thank you for supporting the Class of 2023!

Got Spirit? 

Join the SJS Cheerleading Squad! Grades 4-8. 

SJS Cheerleading

Tryouts begin next week! 

September 13-15 

3:15-5:00 pm

Sign-Up below:

https://forms.gle/e3enAeDs3VC2o9VJ9

Volunteers needed for lunch and recess.

Want to volunteer for lunch?

Sign up HERE

Want to volunteer for recess?

Sign up HERE

**All volunteers must be compliant through the Child Protection Program. For more information, please contact Beth Covert at bcovert@sjscherndon.org

Don't forget to order spirit wear and support the Class of 2023!  There will be uniform dress out Spirit Wear days throughout the school year! 

Grab your gear now!

Online store will be open until Sept. 16 at midnight!

Order School Lunch

Through Yay Lunch!

Our new lunch service, Yay Lunch, provides freshly made, balanced meals for students, faculty, and staff through a simple online ordering process. All meals are prepared daily by local Restaurant Partners and delivered to schools by the Yay Lunch team. Questions? Contact Mrs. Laura Ricketts at Lricketts@sjcherndon.org

Register today!

Click HERE for more information and Parent FAQ!

Be Amazing – Join Girl Scouts!

St. Joseph Catholic School Girl Scouts will be hosting an information night on Monday, September 19th at 7pm in Room 214 for parents of girls in Kindergarten through 8th Grade. 

With Girl Scouts your daughter will discover the G.I.R.L (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk-Taker, Leader) in her. It’s always a countdown to the next adventure. Whether they’re advocating for our communities, discovering the outdoors, exploring science and technology, or powering new adventures as part of the Girl Scout Cookie Program, Girl Scouts discover they can achieve anything! Girl-led, expert-approved, and volunteer-supported, Girl Scouts helps girls discover their strengths and change the world!

For more information please contact:

JoEllen Mountcastle at gscnctroop788@gmail.com 

Or use the QR code below:

WWP Bible studies combine personal study with small group discussion, linking our everyday challenges to the solutions given to us through the teachings of Christ and the Catholic Church. If you desire to grow in your faith—in a supportive community of Catholic women—Walking with Purpose is for you! Come as you are. All WOMEN ARE WELCOME HERE

New groups are starting on September 14th at 7pm in Room 214

Each study is 22 weeks long. 

Email wwpstj@gmail.com to learn more and to receive the 2022-2023 WWP Registration Form and Schedule options.

Bible Studies for 2022-2023

Opening Your Heart (highly recommended 1st study)

Discovering our Dignity

Follow these steps to ensure for a smooth start:

• Click and Complete the 2022-2023 WWP Registration Form
• Pay the $20 Registration fee via Faith Direct 
• Order your book from WWP
• Opening Your Heart (highly recommended for new members of WWP)
• Discovering Your Dignity

A seat is open for YOU!

Coffee & Conversation:

Middle school parents are invited to join us at our beautiful campus in Chantilly. Join us for coffee and a brief presentation. Afterward, visit with our Admissions team to learn more about PVI and the steps to apply.  

Tuesday, September 13 at 9 a.m.

Tuesday, September 20 at 9 a.m.

Thursday, September 22 at 9 a.m.

Middle School Night Under the Lights:

Middle schoolers and their families are invited to join us on Friday, September 23 for Rally in the Alley (6 p.m.) and our home football game (7 p.m.) Middle school students receive free entrance to the game. Join us for free food, fun, prizes and football under the lights!

Please visit www.paulvi.net for more information

SEPTEMBER

September 10: St. Joseph Catholic Church BBQ

September 12: Standardized Testing Week 1

September 13: Chick-fil-A Spirit Night

September 16: School Mass

September 19: Standardized Testing Week 2

September 22: School Pictures

September 23: School Mass

September 26: Standardized Testing Week 3

September 29: School Mass

September 30: NO SCHOOL (Professional Development Day)

OCTOBER

October 2: PTO Donut Sunday

October 4: School Mass

October 7: Interim T-1

October 10: NO SCHOOL (Columbus Day_

October 11: Chick-fil-A Spirit Night

October 14: School Mass

October 21: School Mass

October 28: School Mass

October 28: 11:30am Dismissal

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Herndon, VA. 20170

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