Dear Families,

We have successfully made it through our first full week and everyone is getting into a rhythm. Mr. Drechsel and I have been popping into classes as much as possible and getting to talk with the students. This is my favorite part of the day.

A few reminders about traffic. Please make sure you are stopping at all stop signs completely. I have had a few neighbor complaints already so please be mindful of the community. Please obey the speed limit as well.

Reminder for tonight: The new band instructor will host a parent meeting tonight at 6:30 in Room 216. Please come in through the main entrance of the school. Band is for all students 2nd - 8th grade. 

Let's all keep our 8th graders in our prayers for their pilgrimage tomorrow to the Seton Shrine.

Thank you for your support.  

"Make me an instrument of your peace." 

St. Joseph, pray for us.

​Peace, 

Mrs. Stich

Building Wisdom and Faith Through Service to God

September 4 = 11:30am Dismissal (NO Afternoon Extended Day)

September 7 = No School (Labor Day)

Please check the school calendar for more school related dates!

This is an elective program offered to all students grade 2 and up. Students will be pulled from their classes for approximately 45minutes once per week to participate. Classes will be built based on enrollment and ability levels of students. Pre-enroll to lock in a substantial discount - tuition is $500 or 10 installments of $55.

Students may choose to study any standard band or orchestra instrument:

Flute, Clarinet, Oboe, Bassoon, Saxophone, Trumpet, French Horn, Trombone,

Baritone, Euphonium, Percussion, Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass

Students will have a demonstration during the school day to learn more about the program.

**Parent Meeting is September 1 at 6:30pm

Click HERE to sign up!

NWEA Map Testing will begin on Wednesday, September 9. All grades 3 - 7 will begin testing at 8:15am

Please make sure your student is well rested and has a good breakfast. Students must be on time for school. If they arrive after 8:15am and before 9:15am they will sit in the office until the class is done testing.

May the Holy Spirit guide our students with clarity and focus, especially during this testing week.  

Got Spirit!?

Join the 2026-2027 SJS Cheerleading Squad!

Tryouts will be held September 16, 17, and 18

When: 3:15-5:00 pm

Where: SJS Gym

Who: 4th-8th grade girls

Register today!

**Attendance required for all three tryout days**

Practice held each Tuesday in the SJS Gym from 3:15-5:00 pm beginning September 20.

Questions? Contact Coach Finn at MeghanDenneny@gmail.com

REGISTER HERE!

SJS Tennis

It’s almost tennis season!!

The St. Joseph tennis program will start in early September. Please fill out this quick form to express your interest and get more information as it becomes available:

https://forms.gle/ATCr8wHXSq1yaVrJ9  

School Picture Day will be held on Wednesday, September 30. All students will have their photo taken in their formal St. Joseph Catholic School uniform.



A second Picture Day will be held on Wednesday, November 4 for students who need a makeup photo or who wish to have their picture taken in dress-out attire that complies with the Student/Parent Handbook guidelines.

All recess and lunch volunteers must be compliant with the Child Protection Program. Please see the school website for more information. A great way to fulfill the 12 hour family service/volunteer requirement!

Recess: Please arrive at the front office at 11:10am for 11:15-1:15 recess.

Lunch: Please arrive at the front office at 11:25am for 11:30-1:30 lunch.

Please sign up only if you can volunteer the whole two hours. 



Questions or last minute cancellation? Please call the school office at 703-880-4350.

Interested in joining Girl Scouts?

 Join us for an evening of information - Parents Only

Thursday September 10th from 7-8pm In parish hall room 212 &213

For question please contact Brittany Adams at sjsgscoordinator@gmail.com

Join the Adventure with Cub Scout Pack 913!

Calling Kindergarten through 5th Grade students!

Looking for outdoor adventures, new friendships, and exciting challenges? St. Joseph Parish Cub Scout Pack 913 invites boys in Kindergarten through 5th grade to join us for a year of fun, learning, and adventure.

Meet us for a JOIN SCOUTS NIGHT information session!

Come meet our leadership, ask questions, and learn what Cub Scouting is all about.

📅 Date: Tuesday, September 8

🕦 Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

📍 Location: St Joseph Catholic School, room 212

Whether your child is interested in camping, hiking, community service, STEM activities, or making lifelong friends, Cub Scouts offers something for everyone.

Can’t make the information session? No problem! New Cub Scouts are welcome to join anytime throughout the school year. Families interested in learning more can contact Pack 913 at chairperson@pack913.com or cubmaster@pack913.com.

We look forward to welcoming your family to the adventure!

Attention Soccer Players! The Knights of Columbus Good Samaritan Council will hold its annual Soccer Challenge for all boys and girls ages 9-14 on Saturday, September 12th from 10AM - 12 PM next to the Parish Hall on the grass field. Each contestant gets 15 kicks and scoring is based on where the ball lands in the net. A parent or guardian must be present. The competition should take about an hour. For more information, contact Mike McFarlane (mtmcfar@gmail.com) 

St. Joseph Catholic School has implemented a 12-hour family service requirement. All families are encouraged to participate, and many opportunities exist to volunteer time, talent, or treasure, including class field trips, parties or other classroom help, cafeteria, recess and hands-on activities such as art or outdoor classroom activities. The PTO also has numerous opportunities such as the annual auction, Pizza Friday, Used Uniform sales, Donut Sundays, etc. All volunteers must complete the Child Protection Program as they will have substantial contact with students. Families that do not participate in the service program will be charged a $120.00 fee, or partial fee of $10 per hour for hours not volunteered.

**Deadline for completing and submitting volunteer hours for the 2026-2027 school year is May 31, 2027. LOG YOUR HOURS BELOW!

Don't forget to follow the official St. Joseph Catholic School Facebook page (sjschoolva), X (@sjschoolva), and Instagram accounts (@sjschoolva).

St. Joseph Catholic School

750 Peachtree Street, Herndon, VA 20170

Tel: 703-880-4350 Fax: 703-880-4320