November 12, 2021 Edition |
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Dear St. Joe’s Parents,
This is decision time in many elementary and middle school households. The question circulating around the dinner table in the days and weeks ahead…”where should I go next year…what are my choices…what school best meets my needs?” A program aimed at parents of students in Grades 4-6, will be held in the middle school dining hall next Tuesday, November 16 @ 7:00pm. (Please enter via the rear parking lot). We are calling the event, “What Do You Know About St. Joe’s?” A panel that will include administrators, teachers, parents, and students will be part of an information sharing evening. With St. Joe’s now a unified PreK through Grade 8 school, the move from one grade to the next has become a much smoother transition. Communication, curriculum, and activities have continuity and geared with every student in mind. Parents have many options for their child. The best option may be the one that you haven’t considered enough. Come next Tuesday night and here what ‘s available here at the middle school.
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Sincerely,
Dr. Joe Barnes
Interim Head of School
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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 at 7:00 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: 7:00 pm
Where: Middle School Dining Room
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Thank you to all who supported the St. Joseph School “Walkway to the Future” campaign. The brick walkway serves as a visible reminder of our families, alumni, and friends commitment and connection to the excellence and ongoing achievements of St. Joseph School.
It is not to late to become a permanent part of our future. We will be launching phase 2 of our brick walkway campaign, stay tuned for more information.
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Parent Conference Sign Up Information |
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Sign-ups for parent conferences will open this Saturday, November 13th, at 6:00 a.m.
Please see below for a link on how to access Pick-A-Time, the program used to schedule conferences. This year conferences will take place in person.
Conference Schedule:
· December 2nd: 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
· December 3rd: 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (No School)
Conferences are 15 minutes for Preschool - Grade 5 and 5 minutes for Grades 6 - 8.
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Please join us on Thursday November 18th after drop off in the HUB for our 2nd PSA meeting. This is a great opportunity to learn about upcoming events and meet other Saint Joes Parents. |
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National American Indian Heritage Month |
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Every year on November 1, Native American Heritage Month is celebrated to honor the rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories and to acknowledge the important contributions of Native people. This month allows us to spread awareness about tribes or to educate people about the various challenges faced by the Native Americans in the past and today. Throughout this month, we commit to keep on supporting the remaining Native American tribes and let the world know about their sacrifices.
In 1915, a plan concerning American Indian Day was formally approved in the annual Congress of the American Indian Association meeting. The president of the American Indian Association, Rev. Sherman Coolidge, called upon the country to observe this day. The first time American Indian Day was declared was in May 1916. In 1990, a joint resolution was approved by George H.W. Bush, which called for November to be named National American Heritage Month.
To read more about National American Indian Heritage Month, click on the button below.
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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.
Yoga offering for all middle schoolers! Beginning November 29-December 17. Space is limited to 6 students. If there is a lot of interest we will look to offering this again after winter break.
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Please support St. Joseph School & Parish by ordering and purchasing your Volante Farms wreaths this Christmas Season!
Proceeds from the wreath sale will benefit our parish & school
Please fill out the attached order form to pre-order your Christmas wreaths and bows by Monday, November 22nd. Order forms can be dropped off in the rectory mailbox at
1382 Highland Ave.
Quantities are limited.
For online orders please click HERE
If you have any questions please contact:
Wreaths will be available for pickup at the St. Joseph School parking lot on
Sunday, November 28th from 9:00-12:30pm. If you are not available during that time, please contact us to work out an alternate pickup option.
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A Message to 8th Grade Parents from
Mr. Grady
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Mr. Grady, the middle school counselor, wanted to share a video specifically geared towards 8th grade parents about the high school application and where it should stand for early November.
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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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School Store - Last Call! |
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Our online school store will close today at 7pm!
Make sure you get your order in for delivery for the holidays!
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Theater Workshops for Grades 6-8 |
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The Cambridge Matignon School is hosting theater workshops in conjunction with American Repertory Theater at Harvard for all students Grades 6-12. All instructors will be ART faculty or teaching artists. The workshops are being held from 2-5 p.m. on October 17th, November 2nd, 7th, December 5th, and February 13th. Topics include Improvisation, Voice and Speech, Devising, Scenic Design, and Lighting Design. The cost for each workshop is “pay-what-you-can” and interested students can register at www.matignon.org/CAA or by call (617)876-1212 x11.
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Thanksgiving Cereal Drive |
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This year we are excited to partner with the Needham Food Pantry for our Thanksgiving Food Drive. The members of the Needham Council have informed us that their greatest demand this year is for cereal for their needy families. Although this is a change from our traditional Thanksgiving Dinner Drive, we want to be able to help with whatever the greatest request is in our community. You will soon be receiving a flier from our librarians regarding this upcoming service initiative. We are asking that each student donate one or two boxes of cereal. The pantry suggested any brand that is welcomed by your own families. We are so pleased to pursue this local partnership with the Needham Food Pantry who is appreciative and delighted to have our help. Please note the date for the cereal to be brought in is Wednesday, November 17. Thank you for your support.
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Fundraiser with Proud Mary Gifts |
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We are proud to be partnering with Proud Mary Gifts in Needham for an exclusive one-day online Fundraising shopping event on Thursday, December 2, 2021. 10% of the proceeds from this event will be donated to support St. Joseph School
Proud Mary Gifts, a gift and fashion accessories boutique offers a wide selection of gifts, accessories, home accents, personalized gift items and more.
Shop online at PROUDMARYGIFTS.COM from 12:00 am - 11:59 pm on Thursday, December 2, 2021 and use the exclusive code STJOES at checkout.
Choose In-Store Pick Up upon checkout, your order will be available for pick up within 3 business days of purchase.
Note: Orders will be PICK UP only, shipping is not available.
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Saint Joseph Prep - Admissions Info |
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Saint Joseph Prep has two more Prospective Student Shadow Days, one on November 17 and another on December 1. These Shadow Days are set to run from approximately 7:20 am- 12:00 pm and allow students to shadow classes and be paired with a current SJP student to experience a day in the life of an SJP student. If you have a student interested in doing one of these Shadow Days, please have them send an email to admissions@saintjosephprep.org to register.
December 15, 2021 -Priority Application Deadline (application through Ravenna)
December 31, 2021 -Financial Aid Applications Due (via FACTS)
February 3, 2021 – Admissions Decisions Mailed to Students
March 1 & 8, 2022 – Admitted Student Visit Days
March 31, 2022 – New Student Registration Deadline
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20% OFF UNIFORM STYLES
November 18-30, 2021!
CODE: SHOPPER
PIN: 2655
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- Online School Spirit Store closes tonight at 7pm
- Parent Teacher Conference registration opens tomorrow at 6am
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- 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 - School Mass - Kindergarten
- 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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PK1 wrote letters to Veterans currently fighting for our country. |
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