Library News: Read Across America

Saint Joe’s is thrilled to kick off a week-long celebration of literature, beginning tomorrow with a special visit from Rocket, the Certified Resource Dog. Grade 4 library classes will enjoy a morning of captivating book readings. On Tuesday, renowned author Nancy Tupper Ling will share insights into her faith-filled book, "One Perfect Plan," with students in Grades 2 and 3 during library classes. Don't miss the Middle School Breakfast and Book Discussion on Wednesday at 7:40am, featuring the enthralling novel "Linked" by Gordon Korman. The literary adventure continues on Thursday, as Leigh Baltzer from "From Me to You Puppets" brings storytelling to life with puppet presentations for Kindergarten and PreK classes. A special thanks to our amazing Librarian, Mrs. Brady, for organizing this fantastic week!

Volunteer Help Needed!

Saint Joe's is hosting the basketball playoffs this week, and we will have games going on every night, Monday through Thursday, in our Upper School gym; we are looking for a lot of support in helping it run smoothly! If you are able to donate some of your time - to help with admissions at the door, crowd management, score board & clock - please email Ms. Courtney McCabe by using the link below. The game schedules are TBC.

Counselors Corner

Empower your children (ages 9-13) with essential digital literacy and citizenship skills through the innovative online program, Social Media TestDrive. This interactive simulation offers a safe space for learning, practicing, and reflecting on realistic digital dilemmas and scenarios. Whether in the classroom, after-school programs, or at home, explore key modules focusing on well-being and social media experiences. For more information see the attached flyer and visit socialmediatestdrive.org.

Grandparents/Grandfriends Day: Save the Date & Addresses Needed

We're thrilled to again host a very special event at our school - a day dedicated to celebrating the wonderful grandparents and grandfriends of our students, happening on Friday, May 3, 2024. To ensure we can send out invitations and provide all the necessary information for this heartwarming event, we kindly ask our families to visit our special event webpage linked below and complete a short form. Your prompt response will help us make this day truly memorable for our students and their special guests. Thank you for helping us bring generations together!

PreSchool - Grade 1 Parent Teacher Conferences/Pick-A-Time

Attention families of students in PreSchool - Grade 1, mark your calendars for our upcoming Parent-Teacher Conferences! The "Pick-A-Time" scheduling system opens this Thursday 3/7 at 6:00am. Teachers are available to discuss your student's progress, and conferences, scheduled first-come, first-serve, will run from 8:00am to 2:45pm on Friday 3/22. Please note that PreSchool, PreKindergarten, and Kindergarten students have NO SCHOOL on 3/22/24, while Grade 1 will have school with teacher coverage to accommodate the conference schedule.

Library News: Birthday Book

Thank you to our February Birthday Book Donation Program participants:

Fiona Steinkrauss, Dean Rosen, Lucy Mitchell, Thomas Young, Eamon McGee, Sienna Paggi, Aiden Kowaleski, Finn Kowaleski, Grace Pineault

As a reminder, families can donate a book to the library as part of a student's birthday celebration! Books may be also given at holidays, in honor of a teacher, relative, friend, or in memoriam.

Ladies Night Out Bingo: New Date

Ladies, get ready for a night of Bingo fun as we've rescheduled the event to Wednesday, May 15th! Gather your friends and neighbors for an exciting evening at Saint Joe's Ladies Night Out. Don't miss your chance to win fantastic prizes! Stay tuned for more information and the ticket sales link as the date approaches. Get ready for an evening filled with laughter and luck!

Upper School Readiness Night

Join us for Upper School Readiness Night on Thursday evening 3/14/24 in the Upper School Dining Hall from 6:00-7:15pm. This event is tailored for parents of students entering grades 4, 5, and 6, aiming to ease the transition from elementary/lower school to upper school. Our upper school counselor, Glinda Meadows, will provide valuable resources, while experienced faculty members will discuss expectations in the new classroom environment. Open to all parents and guardians at Saint Joe's – we hope to see you there!

Kindergarten Readiness Coffee & Convos

Parents of soon-to-be Kindergarten students, join us on Friday 3/15 from 8:15-9:00am in the HUB. This year, our Kindergarten program will be in a new location on the first floor of the elementary building, fully integrated into the Saint Joseph Lower School Program. We're excited to share valuable insights and tips for a smooth transition into this important stage of your child's education. After our coffee chat, we invite you to join a guided tour of the lower school building, where we'll showcase the new Kindergarten classrooms for the upcoming school year. We look forward to this meaningful time together as we prepare for the exciting journey of Kindergarten. See you there!

2024 Garden of Dreams Gala & Auction

Get ready for an enchanting night! Join us on Saturday, April 6, 2024 for the Saint Joseph School Garden of Dreams Gala and Auction at Brae Burn Country Club, Newton, MA. Tickets are on sale now!

We also invite you to contribute to the excitement by donating gift cards for our "Balloon Pop" gala game. We're looking for $25-$100 gift cards, and your generosity will make this event even more special. If you have spare gift cards lying around, consider giving back in a fun and impactful way!

Let's make the Garden of Dreams Gala the highlight of the year. Reserve your tickets now for an evening of dreams, joy, and community!

Library Notice

As the term closes it is important to return all overdue library books. Families have been notified if you have an overdue copy. Please take some time to search for these important books for our library. If you can't find the books, please reach out to Mrs. Brady so we can discuss replacement. Thank you! 

March Lunch

The March Hot Lunch Calendar is ready, and the system is open for orders! We're thrilled to announce a new addition to our hot lunch program. You can now order individual servings of milk and chocolate milk without having to order a full lunch. It's a convenient way to enjoy a refreshing beverage on its own. Don't miss out on this new option! Check out the calendar and place your orders for a delicious and hassle-free March.

Lunch & Recess Volunteers

Check the sign-ups for Lunch & Recess Volunteering using the buttons below.

Sharkbites: This Week's Events

3/4/24 Monday – Read Across America: Rocket Service Dog Visit with Gr. 4 | End of Trimester II

3/5/24 Tuesday – Read Across America: Author Visit Nancy Tupper Ling with Gr. 2 & 3 | Start of Trimester III

3/6/24 Wednesday – Read Across America: Middle School Breakfast & Books | STUCO Meeting (gr. 2-5)

3/7/24 Thursday – Read Across America: From Me to You Puppets with PreK & K | Pick-A-Time Opens (PS-gr. 1)

3/8/24 Friday – NO SCHOOL, professional development