SJS news & updates

August 20 | 2025-2026 Issue - 3


Back-to-School Ice Cream Social, Gently Used Uniform Sale, and More!


Thursday, August 21

Parish Center & School Building


Our teachers are back on campus preparing classrooms and curriculum for the 2025–2026 school year, and we are all looking forward to welcoming students very soon!


To kick off the year, please join us for our Back-to-School Ice Cream Social tomorrow, Thursday, August 21 from 6:00–7:00 p.m. in the Parish Center.


Along with the social, families are invited to take part in several important activities that evening:

  • Supply Drop-Off – Leave your child’s school supplies outside their classroom.


  • H.S.A. Gently Used Uniform Sale6:00–7:30 p.m. in the gymnasium. Uniform guidelines will be posted in the gym and can also be found online here: Uniform Guidelines


  • Volunteer Requirements
  • Returning families may renew their yearly CORI application in the Main Office (required for all school volunteers).
  • New families will receive the Safe Environment Guidelines and Forms.
  • Supply Lists – Updated supply lists are posted on the school website. Click: Supply Lists
  • Correction: Students in Grades 5–8 only need to purchase 3 reams of paper (1 for Homeroom, 1 for Spanish, and 1 for Religion).


We encourage all families to stop by, enjoy some ice cream, and take care of these important back-to-school tasks before the first day of school.


Warm regards,

Mrs. Beth Boudreau

Principal

Saint Joseph School



Religion. Respect. Responsibility.

School Calendar



2025-2026 "Easy Reference Calendar"


Please see important dates below.

Upcoming Events &

Important Date


  • August 26–27 - No AM or PM buses
  • August 26 - First Day of School (Grades 1–8)
  • August 26 – PreK 3, PreK 4, & Kindergarten Parent Orientation at 6:00 PM
  • August 27 First Day of School for Kindergarten
  • August 28 – First Day of School for PreK 3 & PreK 4 in 5-day programs – Parents may drop their children off at approximately 8:20 AM (following our regular morning drop-off window) and escort their students to their classrooms.
  • September 1 – No School / Labor Day
  • September 2 – First Day for PreK 3 in 2-day program - Parents may drop their children off at approximately 8:20 AM (following our regular morning drop-off window) and escort their students to their classrooms.
  • September 3First Day for PreK 3 in 3-day program & Grades 1–8 Parent Orientation at 6:00 PM - Parents may drop their children off at approximately 8:20 AM (following our regular morning drop-off window) and escort their students to their classrooms.
  • September 5 – First Friday Mass at 8:30 AM & Blessing of Backpacks at 2:00 PM
  • September 7 – Family Mass at 9:00 AM followed by H.S.A. Back-to-School Social



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School Office Hours

7:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

508-943-0378


Aleksandra Gronek

Secretary & Enrollment Manager

8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

508-943-0378

secretary@sjs-webster.com


Brenda Noonan

Bookkeeper

8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

508-943-0467

bnoonan@sjs-webster.com


Saint Joseph School Mission Statement
Saint Joseph School is committed to excellence in education and Catholic spiritual development. In a safe and secure environment, the school community delivers a comprehensive academic curriculum that integrates faith, liturgical experiences, and Gospel values. Beyond the classroom, character formation and service opportunities foster growth in Christian discipleship. The cultural heritage of the parish and the legacy of the Felician Sisters promote commitment to our guiding principles of religion, respect, and responsibility.

Saint Joseph School is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.