Holiday Edition - The Sights and Sounds of SJPS

December 2024

The purpose of the St. Joseph Public Schools Foundation is to raise, steward and distribute resources to enrich the education of students in the St. Joseph Public Schools District.

This holiday season, we're reminded of the kindness and generosity of our community and its extraordinary support of our students and teachers.

Enjoy the holiday sights and sounds of SJPS!

Holiday Concerts Links

SJHS Choir & Orchestra Concert

Upton Choir & Orchestra Concert

SJHS & Upton Band Concert

Sleigh Ride

A time honored tradition and crowd favorite, performed by the combined orchestras and choirs. Listen for the Whip!

White Winter Hymnal

A beautiful rendition of this popular Pentatonix tune, including the body percussion!

Handel's Hallelujah Chorus Performed by the SJHS Choir and Orchestra

Coding for the Holidays!

Lincoln 3rd graders program their

Dash Robots to successfully complete the Nutcracker Challenge!

3rd Grade Nutcracker Performances

SJPS Tradition!

Brown School Hot Cocoa Bar

Sweet Elves in Mrs. Crawford's Young Fives Class

Spreading Joy

Mrs. Reisig and Mrs.Mortimore are always festive at SJPS Central Office!

Upton MS Builders Club and SJHS Key Club at their annual Caroling and Cookies event at Caretel Inns St. Joseph.

SJPS bus drivers bring smiles!

St. Joe Bear Football Players assist with warehousing food donations.

Caring for Others

As we reflect on the spirit of giving this holiday season, we are deeply moved by the generosity of our families and school staff. Their kindness and unwavering support have made a profound difference, helping over 50 families in need feel the warmth of community and love. It is a true testament of our school community's compassion, and we are incredibly grateful for everyone who contributed to making this holiday season brighter for others.

~ Kristen Bawks, Superintendent

We can offer no greater gift to our children than to dedicate ourselves to educational excellence.

Letter from Sam Abdelnour, President, SJPS Foundation

Year End Giving

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Online gifts received by midnight December 31, 2024 will be recorded as 2024 contributions.

Gifts mailed via USPS must be postmarked by December 31, 2024. Thank you!

St. Joseph Public Schools Foundation | 269.926.3252 | sjpsfoundation@sjschools.org | https://sjpsfoundation.org/