St Joseph High School - A Catholic College Preparatory Community
 
Good morning, St. Joes. Let me begin by expressing my joy in being able to communicate with you every Monday morning. For me, it is a professional privilege and a leadership blessing to share my sense of pride as a member of this incredible community.
 
As we begin the third week of the third quarter, the College and School Counseling Team, Student Academic Center, Writing Center, and NHS tutors lead academic support collaboration with ease. These easily accessible support resources represent a genuine commitment to helping all students thrive on the SJ Campus. I encourage you to engage in personal meetings with them and take part in elevating workshops as you refine your academic goals for this year and beyond!
 
The return on time invested in College & School Counseling meetings, Student Academic Center workshops, and those extra hours of tutoring are evident. We continue to celebrate the impressive (and ever-growing!) list of College acceptances for our seniors. In my opinion, each of those schools has chosen wisely by selecting a St. Joes Cadet. Our students are poised for continued success and will serve as outstanding student ambassadors for their chosen school’s Freshman Class of 2025. The tradition of SJ excellence Carries On!
 
Have a wonderful week ahead, and I will continue to include you in my daily thoughts and prayers.
 
In Faith and Fellowship,
 
David J. Klein
President
College & School Counseling Webinar for Seniors & Senior Parents
Seniors & Senior Parents are invited to join us for a webinar titled "Accepted...Now What?" on Wednesday, February 3 at 6:30pm.

The guest speaker, Andy Strickler, Dean of Admission and Financial Aid at Connecticut College, will discuss his tips and strategies on how to choose the right college. There will be a Q&A following his presentation. We hope you'll join us!
 
Meeting ID: 746 1548 8339
Passcode: qKC95v
February 2 at 6:30PM
Winter Sports Parent-Athlete Meeting

February 3 at 6:30PM
College & School Counseling Webinar

February 4
Delayed Opening
Classes Begin at 9:30AM

February 10 at 5:30PM
Pizza & Prayer
St Piux X Church, Fairfield

February 11
I SJ Giving Day
Submit Your Photos, Artwork, Poetry, or Short Stories to the Amaranth
This year's theme, Resilience, will illustrate how our students have "carried on" during the 2020-2021 school year. Artistic and literary entries should be submitted to Mrs. Conetta at [email protected].

The deadline to be considered for a prize is March 17, however all submissions will be accepted until April 1.
Join the
Amaranth Staff!
All students our welcome to join the Amaranth staff.

The next full-staff meetings will be held on Friday, February 5 and Friday, February 19 in room 209.

The meetings will be held Live, but virtual students can attend by joining the Google Classroom (code tqx6c5h).
Winter Sports Parent & Athlete Meeting: Feb 2 at 6:30PM
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The Winter Sports Parent-Athlete meeting will be held virtually this Tuesday, February 2 at 6:30pm.

This meeting is mandatory for all athletes and at least one parent or guardian.

Meeting ID: 852 5236 8657
Passcode: 882382
New Club at St Joes:
e-Sports!
The e-Sports club is a new gathering hub for the competitive Rocket League and League of Legends teams that our school has recently created. Teams will practice and compete against other local high school teams through the duration of the e-Sports seasons, with the goal of a new trophy for St Joes!
Student Academic Center Workshops & Hours
The next SAC workshop will be held on Tuesday, February 2 at 2:25PM in Room 209. The topic is: Positive Choices to Spark Academic Focus and Self-Confidence. Virtual students may use the classroom code: h46jmzf.

February Workshops:
  • Feb 2 - Positive Choices to Spark Academic Focus and Self-Confidence
  • Feb 16 - Dynamic Digital Presentations: How to Participate and Present with Pizzazz and Polish
Student Academic Center Hours
The Center is located in Room 209. NHS Tutors and Mrs Conetta are available to help!

Tuesdays & Thursdays from 7:15-7:45 am 

Mondays-Thursday from 2:25-2:55 pm

Virtual Appointments can be made by emailing Mrs. Conetta at [email protected]
Design Our Feast Day Holy Card!
Cadets: We are looking for the next design for our Feast Day Holy Card!

Any student may submit a design for the card. Submissions must be original paintings or drawings on 8.5" x 11" paper that depict St Joseph in whichever rendition you see fit.
 
Submit designs to Fr Silva by February 26 at [email protected].
St Joes is seeking a full-time College & School Counselor from March 2021 - June 2021.

The position reports to the Director of College and School Counseling. Click the link for information on qualifications.
Participate in the I❤SJ Giving Day: February 11, 2021!
Every gift you give shows your love for St Joes, by investing in our future, one student at a time. With each gift of $10 or more, you can get your very own I❤SJ mask! Thank you for your support!

Show Your Love for SJ:
  • ​Make your gift on or before February 11 at sjcadets.org/ILoveSJ
  • Tag @SJCadets and use #ILoveSJ to share selfies and videos telling us why you love SJ
  • Email [email protected] to become an I ❤ SJ Ambassador
Early Action/Decision College Acceptances!
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Congratulations to the Class of 2021 on their Early Decision & Early Action College Acceptances! We are so proud of you!

College admissions is a dynamic process, and at St Joes, we do not leave our students’ success to chance. Our Counselors are dedicated to supporting student success and ensuring each Cadet graduates as a well-rounded global citizen with the tools to succeed not only in college, but in life, and beyond.