Bernie's Bark

10.20.2026

Dear Families,


Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all your donations and support for our Boosterthon fundraiser. We have raised $61,000. It was such a great event and I hope the students came home tired and happy.


Today our 4th grade teacher Ms. Michael resigned her position. I am actively looking for a certified teacher.The position is posted on School Spring and the Diocesan website. If you know someone who is interested please let me know. I ask for prayers as we navigate this sudden change.


Parent teacher conferences are going to be here before we know it. They are November 11th which is a full day off for students and November 12th which is an 11:30 dismissal with more parent teacher conferences afterward. The change this year is that middle school students in grades 6th - 8th accompany the parent to the conference if at all possible. It is important for them to hear everything being discussed.  Sign ups will come out soon.


Looking forward to trunk or treat next week. Thank you for all you do.


Make me an instrument of your peace. 


St. Joseph, pray for us.


​Peace, 

Mrs. Stich


Building Wisdom and Faith Through Service to God

Apply for 2027-2028 School Year

(New Students and Siblings of Current Students)

SJS Families! Are you thinking about enrolling a younger sibling for next year, or maybe looking to bring your other children over to join the St. Joseph family? Now is the time! We have been blessed with an enormous amount of interest for the 2027-2028 school year so make sure to get any sibling applications submitted before space runs out!


Applications are being accepted now and can be emailed to Mrs. Monique Tuttle at m.tuttle@sjschoolva.org A non-refundable $150 application fee check can be mailed or dropped off at the school. (ATTN: Admissions).

SJS Spirit Wear Dress Out Day

Extended Day - October 29




Please note that Extended Day will close at 5:00pm on October 29 due to Trunk or Treat.

Trunk or Treat

No School!




NO SCHOOL = October 30

(Professional Development Day for Teachers)

Volunteer for Lunch/Recess

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.

Support Your Child's Nutrition

High School News

St. Paul VI Catholic High School, Chantilly, VA, invites families to learn more about our caring, Catholic community where we inspire the extraordinary in one another. Register for our fall Open House on Sunday, October 25, 2026, from 1–3 p.m. at 42341 Braddock Road, Chantilly, VA 20152. Visit our website www.paulvi.net/openhouse to learn more and register to attend the Open House. Applications are being accepted until Monday, December 14, 2026.

Open House at John Paul the Great- Sunday, November 1

Saint John Paul the Great’s Open House is fun for the whole family! Learn more about our rigorous college-preparatory curriculum, competitive athletics, inspiring visual and performing arts, and abundant extracurricular opportunities. Meet students, faculty, coaches, administration, and parents to learn more about the programs you love. Pre-register here!

Link: https://jpthegreat.fsenrollment.com/portal/new_inquiry

St. Joseph Catholic Church

Log Volunteer Hours

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!

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SJS Instagram, X, and Facebook

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

Weekly Saints Quote

St. Joseph Catholic School

750 Peachtree Street, Herndon, VA 20170

Tel: 703-880-4350 Fax: 703-880-4320