Welcome to the seventieth edition of the

Panther Press,

a biweekly electronic newsletter sent to families and friends of 

San Joaquin Memorial High School.

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SAT School Day

Dear Junior Parents,

Your 11th grade student will have the opportunity to take the SAT at SJM on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, during the regular school day. Registration is open and very easy to complete.

Some colleges and universities require an SAT (or ACT) for admissions, placement, and/or scholarship awards.

We're pleased to offer SAT School Day at SJM so that…

• Your student is more comfortable and confident by testing in a familiar place.
• You don't have to worry about the logistics of getting your student to a test center.
• No one has to worry about weekend conflicts or disrupting family time.

The cost is $60 per tester. (This is the same cost for national test dates. All funds will go directly to College Board.) Test fee reductions are available for families that qualify for free/reduced lunch. Test fee will automatically be billed to your family’s tuition account when you register.

To sign up for the March SAT at San Joaquin Memorial High School, use this SJM SAT School Day Registration Google Form.

Successful Black Out Week at Memorial!

Armari Carraway, BSU Vice President & Aja Evans, BSU President

Black Student Union 2023-2024

In honor of Black History Month, our very own BSU program put together Black Out Week from Monday, February 13 - Friday, February 17. The week consisted of dress-up themed days, fun activities during lunch, a video showing during lunch on Thursday, February 16 along with delicious traditional food. The intent of the week was to continue celebrating Black excellence. It truly was a phenomenal and educational week for everyone. Thank you BSU for a great Black Out Week!

FFA Week is Here!

2023-2024 Tuition Profile

Please review the above Fresno Catholic Schools System Tuition Profile for 2023-2024 school year. You can also view it here.

Reminder for families with students in grades 9, 10 or 11 for the 2022-2023:

Tuition assistance grants (financial aid awards) are for one school year only. If you wish to be considered for assistance in the 2024-2025 school year, you must re-apply each year. Here is the link to apply: https://online.factsmgt.com/aid

Reminder: Short Skirts!

Attention all female students: Complaints have been given to the Administration in regards to the short skirts, from daily wearing on campus, mass days, and major events that are held on and off campus. 

We are asking that all female students who choose to wear the uniform skirt, take immediate action in correcting the length of their skirt either by wearing it correctly in length, or getting new ones that are of the correct length and fit. 

This course of action is being closely monitored by the Administration, and if our young ladies can not correct these infractions, the wearing of skirts will not be allowed in the near future.  If you are wearing it correctly and like having this as an option, then your Administration is asking for your help in holding your peers accountable and encouraging them to wear their uniforms correctly.

Spring Kairos is HERE!

Attention all Juniors and Seniors! We have 12 Spots still available for Spring Kairos! Turn your applications in ASAP in Mrs. Cortez office in South Admin.

S Club Projects are Making a Difference!

S Club has started its year with many fun, visionary and exciting activities that allowed our members to contribute their creative sides into our community! From blanket making for the Marjaree Mason Center, cupcakes passed to St. Peters’s Catholic Workers at Manchester Mall, locker cleaning at SJM, and many more sensational activities, our members were able to reflect on what service truly means in our community. Going forward, our club will continue to provide service opportunities such as these and all members are encouraged to attend the monthly meetings and seek to find service projects they are truly passionate about!

Congratulations to SJM's Poetry Out Loud Participants!

On February 8th, SJM students competed once again in Poetry Out Loud this year, against four other high schools. Senior Sam Mendes, Juniors Michael Trahan and Clare Nadores, and Sophomores Abi Mon Pere and Kate Chaltraw all did a sensational job, each reciting two memorized poems at the Fresno City Hall Council Chambers. We would like to congratulate Michael Trahan on winning 2nd Place! He is awarded a $75 prize. Mr. Olivares and Mrs. Frye O’Looney are so proud of him, and all the participants!

Looking for Yearbook Staff for the 2023-2024 School Year!

Yearbook class wants your talent and help to build an amazing 2024 yearbook.

Looking for photographers, graphic designers, and writers for next school year! #spiritof2024

Please contact Mrs. Geisler at [email protected] for more information!

Course Request Verification Forms Due with Parent Approval by March 13, 2023

Course selection for the 2023-2024 school year was completed in mid-February. Students will receive their Course Request Verification forms on Feb. 27 and are due back with parent approval by March 13. See the 2023-2024 Course Selection Catalog online for more information about academic updates, courses offerings and course prerequisites.

Looking for Sub Teachers

Class of 2023 Senior Gear Deadline February 28th

Seniors must place an order through the Google Form on the Class of 2023 Google Classroom. Designs can be viewed on the Google Form. Payment is due to Mrs. Wilson in Room 81 by February 28th. Late orders will not be accepted. Please contact Amanda Wilson ([email protected]) with any questions.

Ash Distribution & Prayer Service on Wednesday, February 22, 2023

Crab Feed on Friday, February 24, 2023

Service Deadlines!

Mar. 1 - Senior Deadline (100% complete)

· 20 hours

Apr. 1 - Frosh, Soph, Junior Deadline (100% complete)

· 9th grade: 15 hours

· 10th & 11th grade: 20 Hours

March Prayer at the Fountain

77th Annual St. Patrick's Day Golf Tournament!

Memorial is in Need of Tissue Donations!

Grease Amazon Wish List

Hello SJM community! Our production of Grease is less than 2 months away and we are looking for many costume pieces! If you are able to donate or rent us any of the items from this Amazon Wish List, please contact Grace Robinson at [email protected]. Thank you for your support, see you at the production in April!

Shadow Visits!

Adoration at Memorial!

Do you have a prayer intention to share? We invite you to complete the form below to submit a prayer intention which will be placed in the Intentions Box in our Chapel.

2022-2023 Yearbook 

Join SJM's Parent Guild! 

Why join the SJM Parent Guild?

One of the many reasons parents in the Central Valley choose to send their children to San Joaquin Memorial High School is the community of fantastic families and their quality of character.

Like-minded parents and staff that share in the moral development, catholic faith and ethical standards of children - THIS is what sets SJM apart from other schools in the area.

The best way to participate in and contribute to that community is to join the SJM Parent Guild because you'll:

•Get to know parents, staff, and students!

•Be “in the know” for all campus activities!

•Parent Guild brings the fun and it’s the best way to get your mandatory parent hours!

To learn more go here. 

Purchase your SJM Athletic Boosters Club Membership Card 

You can get your SJM Athletic Boosters Club Membership Card TODAY!

The mission of the San Joaquin Memorial High School Boosters Club is to provide fundraising support to the school’s athletic programs.

Funding for facility improvement projects and general athletics operations are the club’s main focus.

Become a member of the Boosters Club today! By joining the Boosters Club, you are helping to improve the quality of facilities and equipment for our student-athletes.

Club dues are $100 for two memberships or $50 for a single membership for the school year. Cards provide admittance to all home Panther athletic events (excluding playoffs) for the 2022-23 school year.(pass will be mailed to the address you provide – pass must be presented at home games at all times for free admittance).

Click here to purchase you membership card. 

 Click here to  Donate to SJM!