Dear Parents-

Friday, we celebrate Veterans Day and honor military veterans...all those who served in the United States Armed Forces, whether in war or peace, deceased or living, although the day primarily serves as a day of thanks to living veterans for all their sacrifices. To honor the veterans of our school and church community, we will attend Mass offered for all our veterans, and afterward we invite our veterans to a special reception. We thank all our veterans for their service!

Parent-Teacher conferences are planned for all-day Thursday, November 10 and Friday, November 11. All conferences are scheduled via Sign-up Genius and sign-up will close Tuesday, November 8 so teachers can prepare for the conferences. If you are unable to keep your appointment, please contact the teacher, and please do not swap conference times as teachers are prepared for conferences as scheduled. If you are unsure of the sign-up process, please reach out to your child’s teacher, or call Mrs. Settelmaier for assistance.

As a gentle reminder, conferences are scheduled to be brief in duration, and I ask that everyone arrive at their conference on time, and work to stay on schedule. If you need additional time to talk with your child’s teacher, you are invited to make a separate appointment. Please be courteous!

Mrs. Moschetto shares the news that our loose change drive raised $1838.74 to cover fees and supplies, including the fees associated with our author visit during the book fair, and a few new books for the library. A special thank you to Mrs. Norman and Mrs. LaForme who counted money for two hours on Friday to make sure we had the results of the class competition by the end of the day! We are blessed with very generous families! Our winners, finishing 3rd 6W, raising $195.08; 7B finished in second place, raising $241,94; and our first place winner 1B with a whopping $368.01!!.

NWEA-MAP test reports were sent home last Friday for students in grades 3-7. Since this is the first NWEA-MAP test students have taken, parents should focus on the current achievement percentile, as no growth is reported. Please use this link to access my letter regarding the family reports.

We are excited to have the Christmas Concert on the calendar for Friday, December 9, at 7:00PM. Please save the date.

Polls close at 7:00PM...if you haven’t already, GO VOTE.  #democracy #votingmatters #ivoted #govote

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Refreshed, revived and renewed by "faith, love and hope." (1Thess. 1:2-3)

Denise Rutledge

Principal

 Building Wisdom and Faith Through Service to God

Please consider donating Instant Mashed Potatoes and/or Stuffing for our November service project in support of Catholic Charities! Let's help others less fortunate have a bountiful Thanksgiving meal! Donations will be accepted until November 16.

Mrs. Fallace-PE Kindergarten & First Grade 

Mr. Pierson-PE Grade 2-8

Beth Moschetto-Library

Karina Lee-Music

Mary Sears-Art

Maura Culligan-Computer

Johanna Naranjo-Spanish

Middle School (Gr. 6-8) Sign Up

CYO Basketball Update:

Thanks to everyone for the enthusiasm as we begin the season - a quick note for your week -- There are NO Practices this week.

Teams have been formed and coaches will be reaching out to the families registered with details about your team this week.

The practice schedule for the season (starts next week) will be sent out via your coaches and in Bernie's Bark on Friday of this week. Your coaches and I have done our best to accommodate schedules we are aware of and incorporated that into the schedule. More to come on that soon!

Thanks again for all the smiles and high fives - we are all looking forward to a great season!

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Mac Cannon cannonclan@gmail.com , St. Joseph's CYO Basketball Commissioner.

New, Lower Prices From Yay Lunch!

The team at Yay Lunch is taking your feedback about pricing to heart and have been working with their food partners to offer new, lower prices on our menu. Take a look at a few of the new, lower prices now available on your Lunch Calendar

The Book Fair runs from Nov. 8-13, but there is a need for volunteers to set up on Nov. 7 and to pack up on Nov. 14. There are options to volunteer for set up, clean up, cashier after school and two evenings, and cashier both Saturday and Sunday morning. I hope you will take a moment to find a spot that fits your schedule.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0D4FA5A72AA4FE3-2022

Raising Peaceful Children in an Anxious Age: How to De-stress Your Lives and Your Children

Even prior to COVID, stress, anxiety, and general mental health concerns were on the rise. While shut downs and isolation exacerbated mental health struggles, as society re-opens, many of us, particularly our children and teens, experience struggles to find a new sense of “normal” and are attempting to resolve the effects of the past two years. As a society we have many comforts and technologies that are supposed to make life easier but continue to experience chronically high levels of stress. Instead of treating sources of stress as obstacles and hurdles, using them as "stepping stones" in our spiritual life, and teaching our children to do the same, can actually bring us closer to God.

Learn how approaching stress or anxiety with curiosity and compassion and engaging in the spiritual life of the Church can help you and your children experience a greater sense of God’s peace.

Orthopedic devices: If your child requires crutches, casts, splints, or any other orthopedic device, you must send in a doctor’s note that includes a summary of the treatment plan, required accommodations and your child’s limitations for physical activities (PE/recess). Additionally, a doctor’s note is required if your child is unable to participate in Physical Education classes. We also require a doctor's note clearing your child to resume normal activities without any restrictions once their doctor has determined that wearing an ortho device or restricted activity is no longer required.