SJCES Weekly News & Updates

Saint Joseph Catholic

Elementary School

Weekly News & Updates

BELIEVE ACHIEVE INSPIRE

March 23, 2023 - Issue 67

For Flowers That Bloom

For flowers that bloom about our feet;

For tender grass, so fresh, so sweet;

For song of bird, and hum of bee;

For all things fair we hear or see,

Father in heaven, we thank Thee!

For blue of stream and blue of sky;

For pleasant shade of branches high;

For fragrant air and cooling breeze;

For beauty of the blooming trees,

Father in heaven, we thank Thee!

- Ralph Waldo Emerson

Intentions

For the people of Turkey and Syria and Ukraine

For our Principal, Mrs. Essary

For the intentions of our St. Joseph School Community

From the Principal

Dear Parents & Guardians,

Welcome to spring and the fourth quarter!

We have been implementing our kindness counts recognition. Teachers and staff recognize students who have been observed being kind or helpful. Recognized students will have their names called over the intercom and awarded a prize at the end the week. Kindness Counts!

We are looking forward to the Lenten Retreat for our students which will take place on Friday, March 31. The retreat will include a service project for the Lantern House. Spring break will begin Apri 1, and will be a much needed break for our hardworking students and faculty. When we return to school on Tuesday, April 11, we will be very busy with many activities and events as we finish up the 2022/2023 school year. Please watch for information in the newsletters and emails sent home to keep you informed.

Spree is our biggest fundraising event of the year. Please look for invitation in the mail. You won't want to miss this fun-filled community event!

God Bless

Mrs. Essary

Upcoming Events

March 23

STEM Night

Kindergarten - 5th grade

6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

April 3-10

Easter Break

Wednesday Envelope

The Wednesday brown envelope that went home yesterday contains the following important information:

a. Letter regarding tuition for the

2023/2024 school year

b. Instructions on Renweb reenrollment

c. Hot Lunch Menu which is due on

Thursday, March 30, 2023 - late menus

will not be accepted

d. Yearbook order form

e. Summer EDP Information

PIP Opportunity

As soon as the weather improves I need help with the gardens in the front of the school. The garden by the library needs compost turned into the soil and planting. The garden near the flag pole needs to be cleaned up. If you can help on an upcoming Saturday, please email Mrs. Essary at nessray@stjosephutah.com.

PTG

PTG is accepting nominations for board members to fill vacancies for the 2023-2024 school year. If you are interested in serving on the board or have questions, please reach out to Cindy Vasquez at 801-388-3304 or cingasvas@hotmail.com

Financial Aid

If you are requesting financial assistance please apply to FACTS Grant and Aid as soon as possible as funds are limited.

529 Account

If you have a 529 Account those funds can be used for private school tuition.

Renweb Enrollment

You may start enrolling your returning students in Renweb for the 2023-2024 school year. Please call the office with any questions.

Why Arriving to School on Time is So Important

We are issuing a significant amount of tardies each morning. Students should be at their desk at 7:50 a.m. each day and will be marked tardy if not present when the 7:50 a.m. bell rings. When a student receives an excessive amount of tardies a letter will be sent home and will be added to their student records.

When students arrive on time they benefit from the time to collect their thoughts, greet their friends and organize their materials before they start their busy day.

Being on time ensures that the student does not miss important learning activities that happen at the very beginning of the day. Late students are a disruption to the class.

Special Education Teacher - Part Time

Saint Joseph Catholic Elementary School is seeking an energetic individual to coordinate our special education program. The position requires development of student service plans and coordination with Ogden City School District for testing. The candidate will conduct an annual review of service plans with faculty and parents. Must be able to work with students in small groups and one-on-one. Must be able to coordinate with classroom teachers on accommodations and modifications as well as provide training to regular classroom teachers when necessary.

Degree in special education with a current license or license in process.Previous experience a plus. Please contact Mrs. Essary at nessary@stjosephutah.com..

Saint Joseph Catholic High

School Summer Camps

Please click here for more information.

Cross Country

The first Cross Country Meet of the season will take place on Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at Saint Joseph Catholic High School (Soccer Field) at

1790 Lake Street, Ogden, Utah 84401. The meet starts at 4:15 p.m.

Honor Awards

Please click here for the 3rd quarter honor awards for 6th-8th grade.

After School Pick-up

If a student is not picked up by 3:20 p.m. they are sent to EDP and must be picked up at EDP.

PIP Hours

There are opportunities for PIP hours coming up as the school year comes to an end. Information will be in the newsletter. Please turn your PIP hour log to the front office when complete.

REMINDER: applications for the 2023-2024 ACE Scholarship opened Monday, February 6^th at 8am and will remain open through tax day, Tuesday, April 18^th at 11:59pm!

New this year:

Renewing awarded applicants will NOT be required to upload income documentation. Renewing awarded applicants simply need to complete the application portion and submit for their awarded students to remain on scholarship! We hope this simplifies the process for your returning awarded families.

The qualifying income rose significantly this year, to 350% of Federal Poverty Guidelines! Please encourage any and all families who meet the expanded income guidelines to apply!
The maximum qualifying income guideline chart for ACE scholarships for the 2023- 2024 school year is as follows:

Household Size 2

2023 Federal Poverty Guideline (FPG) $19,720

ACE Maximum Qualifying Income $69,020

Household Size 3

2023 Federal Poverty Guideline (FPG) $24,860

ACE Maximum Qualifying Income $87,010

Household Size 4

2023 Federal Poverty Guideline (FPG) $30,000

ACE Maximum Qualifying Income $105,000

Household Size 5

2023 Federal Poverty Guideline (FPG) $35,140

ACE Maximum Qualifying Income $122,990

Household Size 6

2023 Federal Poverty Guideline (FPG ) $40,280

ACE Maximum Qualifying Income $140,980

Household Size 7

2023 Federal Poverty Guideline (FPG) $45,420

ACE Maximum Qualifying Income $158,970

Household Size 8

2023 Federal Poverty Guideline (FPG) $50,560

ACE Maximum Qualifying Income $176,960

For each additional person add:

$5,140 2023 Federal Poverty Guideline (FPG)

$17,990 ACE Maximum Qualifying Income

The ACE Scholarships Utah 2023-2024 Application can be found here: Utah Application

*If a family has already applied to your school via FACTS, they must now add ACE Scholarships to their application in order to be considered for an ACE award. Please see the applicable document linked below for adding ACE.

Helpful documents are linked below:

For Families:

Saint Joseph Catholic Elementary School

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2980 Quincy Avenue Ogden, Utah 84403

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