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SSJ School News
March 21, 2024 - Issue #28
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NEW THIS WEEK
Easter Vacation
Easter vacation will begin at the end of school on Tuesday, March 26. The faculty will remember you and your intentions as we gather for our annual retreat day on Wednesday, March 27. There will be a Faculty In-service on Tuesday, April 2. Classes will resume on Wednesday, April 3.
Spring Uniforms
We will begin wearing the Spring Uniform on April 3. Please be sure your child/ren are in the proper school and gym uniform. Refer to pages 9-11 in the Student/Parent Handbook. Boys’ hair needs to be above the shirt collar and out of the eyes. All boys are expected to follow this requirement. The handbook also states that girls (K-8) have the option of wearing navy blue knee socks or solid navy blue tights. Girls should not be wearing crew socks. The hem of the girls’ jumper or skort is to be no more than 3” above the knee. Thank you to all the parents who ensure that their child/ren follow the uniform code and wear their SSJ uniform proudly.
Newsletter
There will not be a Newsletter Holy Week (3/28). Our weekly Newsletter will resume on Thursday, 4/4.
Important Request
Our supply of copy paper has run out. Any parent who is willing and able to send in one ream of copy paper know that it will be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Hersheypark Discount Ticket Offer
Please note with the school holiday on Monday, April 29, these forms must be returned to the school office on Friday, April 26. Click here for a form.
Discount tickets to Hersheypark are available to the friends and families of the parish for significant savings. Gate admission for a regular admission ticket is $87.80; our price is $43.95 (ALL ages 3+) valid until 1/1/25.
- ADD-ON Hersheypark Single Use Meal Deal Tickets for $19.06 each
- ADD-ON Parking Pass - $25.00 pre-ordered or pay $30.00 onsite
Tickets purchased in 2024 are valid for any single day of operation throughout the 2024 calendar year, but will not be valid past their expiration date. Refunds, extensions or upgrades will not be offered.
Orders must be received in the school office by Friday, April 26, 2024. The order will be sent via US mail on Tuesday, April 30. Parishes will receive tickets on or before the week of May 20, 2024.
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SSJ After-School CLUBS
PreK 4 Spring Literacy Craft Club - LAST CALL!
Mrs. Kinka and Mrs. Glatts are happy to offer a Spring Literacy Craft Club for all our students in PreK4. The club will be after school on April 8, 15, and 22. See the below flyer with more details and a link to sign up.
Fitness Fun Club - Coming in April!
Miss Stenson and Miss Hilbert are offering a Fitness Fun Club for students in kindergarten to grade 3. See the below flyer for more details and a link to sign up.
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IMPORTANT TIME SENSITIVE REMINDERS
SSJ Gatsby Night is Only 3 Weeks Away!
Click here and buy your tickets today for SSJ's Gatsby Night! Ticket sales close on April 5th. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to dance the night away, unlock your chance to win Eagles tickets, try your hand at casino games and bid on amazing auction items! If you are interested in donating an item for the auction or an opportunity to highlight your business with a naming opportunity or by being a sponsor, please reach out to Vanessa Kehoe at [email protected].
SSJ Summer Camps - Save Your Spot Today!
Don't forget to sign up for SSJ Explorers Summer Camps! Check out the different themes and register here. Spots are filling up quickly and you don't want to lose your spot!
Hibernian Hunger Project - Ends Tomorrow 03/22
During this season of Lent, help feed the hungry. In conjunction with the Hibernian Hunger Project, SSJ will be collecting non-perishable food items for the hungry. The drive will take place March 11th to 22nd. Please consider bringing in an item or two to help those in need. Click here for more information on the Hibernian Hunger Project.
SSJ Book Drive - Ends Tomorrow 03/22
SSJ is hosting a gently used book drive Starting Monday, March 18th and ending Friday March 22nd. Please take a few minutes to go through your books at home, or even donate a brand new book! The following types of books may be donated:
- Ages preschool to grade 8
- Fiction and non-fiction
- Gently used, that is no scribbled or torn pages
All of the books will be donated to children in the Title 1 schools in the Coatesville area.
Rice Bowls - Ends Tuesday 03/26
Thank you to all our families for displaying a rice bowl in your home and for contributing your coins and money during this Lenten season. All Rice Bowls are due back to school before the Easter break on Tuesday, March 26th. We hope to surpass last year's total amount of $3,293.00 Thank you for your generous outreach in helping those in need.
Donate Used Communion Clothing - Ends Tuesday 03/26
Sister Barbara Jude is accepting donations of used First Communion attire. All items are greatly appreciated... Dresses, blazers, pants, ties, and shoes. Please drop donations to the PREP office by March 26th.
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Did You Know?
Did you know that when you designate your Annual Fund gift for Teacher/Student Enrichment, your gift could be used for:
- Additional educational resources, including supplies for special projects, lab equipment, so that every teacher has the opportunity to provide unique classroom and learning experiences for our students. Check out the Arc of the Covenants constructed by our 6th grade students!
- Professional development opportunities for our teachers to ensure career growth and enrich the student experience by refreshing teachers with knowledge of current research-based instructional information.
Click here to learn more or to make a gift today!
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FROM SSJ'S THEATRE PROGRAM | |
DONUT SUNDAY WITH ARIEL & HER FRIENDS
Mark your calendars for April 14th after the 9:30 AM mass for Donut Sunday with Ariel and Her Friends! There will be fun raffles and ticket sales; autograph signing by the cast; and the opportunity for pictures.
FLOAT YOUR AD IN OUR PLAY PROGRAM!
SSJ's The Little Mermaid Jr. is coming April 26-28. As in past years, an Ad Booklet will be available at all shows. Ads of various sizes can be placed by parents, family members, and/or businesses. Please consider buying an ad (prices range from $10 for a shout out to $200 for the color back cover). Ads are due by Tuesday, April 2.
All proceeds will support SSJ's incredible theater program. The ad book sales sheet will be coming home with your child(ren) on Wednesday, March 6 or click here to download the sheet. Please contact Alexandra Bula at [email protected] with any questions, if you have ideas, or if you want to help with ad sales. Thank you!
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FROM SSJ'S HOME & SCHOOL ASSOCIATION | |
CONTEST: BOX TOP$ FUNdraiser 3rd Week …
We have new scanners and participation: Up to 113 earning moments this month! Look who is in the lead as of yesterday, 3/20! This week’s TIP: Fill up those Easter baskets w/ Fruit by the foot/Gushers/Rollups, or Betty Crocker Marvel/Minions/Scooby Fruit snacks! *Remember, all receipts must be scanned within 14 days. All products and offers described in the APP. If you haven’t yet, get the Box Tops APP to scan your receipts, and then select the grade to “give credit” to have receipt scans count towards this contest – after scanning, simply choose the grade, K-8 (Sorry, no preschool in APP but please still sign up to earn money for SSJ).
Contest runs Friday March 1st to Friday April 12th. You can check the FUNdraiser Leaderboard in the APP, to watch which grade is scanning the most Box Top$! Winning grade will celebrate with Rita’s Water Ice! Click here for more info.
The Eras Sweetheart Dance (SSJ Version)
Exciting news... There will be a Glow Bar with accessories for the girls on Saturday, March 23 at The Eras Sweetheart Dance (SSJ Version)! Grab your dad or favorite guy, feel free to dress in a Taylor Swift-era inspired outfit and get ready to have a blast! As Taylor Swift says, 'Tonight I'm going to dance for all that we've been through.' Get ready for a night of dancing and memories - we don’t know how it could get better than this! If you haven't purchased tickets, you can pay at door. If you have questions, contact Carolyn Phillip ([email protected]) and Dana Durkin ([email protected]).
SSJ Night at the Phillies Tickets & T-Shirts - Order by March 25th
We had such an overwhelmingly positive response to the SSJ Night at the Phillies that we sold out! But you can still purchase tickets through the Phillies and join us in sections 203, 205, 241 or 244. We are also selling "SSJ Night at the Phillies" T-Shirts. Click on the below image to order.
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Congratulations 8th Grade Students! | |
Genevieve Buckley and Liam Donohue received awards at the Chester County Rorke-Adams Science Fair Award ceremony on Tuesday March 19th. Liam Donohue received an honorable mention award for the category of chemistry for his project entitled, “Alkalinity or acidity.” Genevieve Buckley received a first place award in the category of Consumer Science for her project entitled, “Sunscreen.” Genevieve will advance to the Delaware Valley Science Fair(DVSF) on April 3rd. The DVSF will host about 1,000 of the best students from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. Good luck, Genevieve. We are SSJ proud! | |
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Members of Cub Scout Pack 168 celebrated Scout Sunday on Sunday, March 7th at the 9:30am mass. The following boys, members of the Bear and Webelos Dens, earned the Child of Christ/Parvuli Dei medal. This recognition comes after months of preparation and hard work. Please join us in congratulating the following boys:
Brian Bowers - Patrick Bowers - Biruh Daniel - Dillon Davison - Braeden Kirchner
Rickie Kirchner - Christian Porpora - Alexander Scipioni - Harrison Sierakowski - TJ Walsh
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PRAYER REQUESTS
We are happy to pray for the needs of our school family. If any family has a prayer request please send it to [email protected].
For Mrs. Kathy Elguicze, grandmother of Patrick (room 8) and Joey (room 3), who is undergoing cancer treatments. May Christ's healing hand comfort her and grant her a complete recovery.
For Mrs. Darlene Schiffner, grandmother of Drew Stull (room 18), who is in the hospital. May Christ’s healing hand comfort her and grant her a complete recovery.
For Mrs. Betsy Simon, lunch monitor, who is ill and will be having surgery. May Christ’s healing hand grant her successful surgery and a complete recovery.
For the grandfather of Jaxon Sentyz (room 14), who suffered an injury. May Christ’s healing hand comfort him and grant him a complete recovery.
For Mr. Leo Stenson, father of Miss Stenson (room 12), who is ill. May Christ’s healing hand grant him a complete and speedy recovery.
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SSJ’s 3rd grade students participated in a fun and educational experience. Each 3rd grade class held a mock trial in their classroom in partnership with the Chester County Intermediate Unit and Chester County Bar Association. The CCIU and Bar Association provided our students with vocabulary to learn; a lesson on deciphering between fact and opinion; and a full script presenting a case to be heard in civil court. The students studied the trial summary and spent time practicing their lines and getting into character. On the day of the mock trial, each side presented their case and the jury deliberated and came back with a verdict. The closing statements were written and given by the students on their own. A local attorney played the part of the judge, explained the process to the students, and spent time answering questions and presenting scenarios to think about after the mock trial. This helped the students to further understand the judicial system as they are about to begin studying the government in Social Studies class. | |
Students in Mrs. King's 5th grade Spanish class constructed 3D "Pasos"/floats that are similar to those used in processions during Holy Week in Seville, Spain. | |
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Literacy Week Door Decorating Winners
PreK3 - Rm. 2 - Rm. 14 - Rm. 17
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Dress as Your Favorite Book Character Winners | |
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Kindness Spreads at SSJ
Kindness is being recognized at SSJ this February and March. When an adult sees a kind action, they will write up a slip of peanut butter or jelly paper and they will give it to the student to put it on a bulletin board of bread. The students who receive rewards will be entered into a drawing for Dairy Queen gift cards sponsored by the Peace Committee.
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Saints Simon and Jude School
6 Cavanaugh Court, West Chester, PA 19382 | 610-696-5249
[email protected]
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