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Hello,
Back-to-School Newsletter #2 covers several important topics (listed below) including the most recent information from the Town of Webster regarding the road work on Whitcomb Street and Lincoln Street, and our lunch program. This year, all Saint Joseph School students are eligible to receive FREE lunch.
Please take a moment to review the following information:
- Important Dates: Parent Orientation Sessions & School Calendar
- Road Construction, Morning Care, Drop-off and Dismissal
- Lunch Prices & How to Order
- After Care: Extended School Day
- Student Cell Phones at School
- Absences & Early Dismissal Policy
- Reminders: Health Records, Supply Lists & Uniform Delays
Finally, if your child has any signs of illness, please keep them home from school. Contact our nurse, Leah Belanger at nurse@sjs-webster.com with questions. If you plan to travel domestically, please refer to the CDC Guidelines for quarantine and testing procedures by clicking HERE.
I'm looking forward to an exciting year! I can't wait to see all of our new and returning SJS students.
Enjoy your weekend. Stay safe and healthy.
Beth Boudreau
Principal
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Remaining Virtual Parent Orientations
Grades 3 & 4: Monday, August 30th at 6:00 pm
Grades 5, 6, 7, & 8: Monday, August 30th at 6:30 pm
If you were unable to attend the PreK-Grade 2 sessions, please contact your teacher so you can receive a link to the recording and/or a copy of their presentation.
Please note that links to the virtual orientations will be distributed in separate emails.
Return to School Dates
Grades 5-8: Monday, August 30th
Grades K-4: Tuesday, August 31st
Pre-K 3-year-old (3 day & 5 day) Students: Wednesday, September 1st
Pre-K 4-year-old Students: Wednesday, September 1st
Pre-K 3-year-old (2-day) students: Thursday, September 2nd
(Calendar has been updated with last days of school for PreK-3 Students)
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Road Construction, Morning Care, Drop-off, & Dismissal |
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Road Construction & Morning Drop-Off
During morning drop-off, parents MUST enter the school yard through the Lincoln Street entrance. (Rear entrance by the gymnasium) and exit onto Whitcomb Street. Because The Town of Webster is currently replacing the water mains on Lincoln Street, you WILL NOT be allowed to drive up Lincoln Street via East Main Street.
Please approach the Lincoln Street entrance to the school via Ray Street or Robinson Street. When you get to the entrance of Lincoln Street (by the public playground) there will be a sign that says "Do Not Enter." However, our parents are allowed to drive around the sign and enter the lot.
Free morning care is available beginning at 7:00 am each morning. Students who are dropped-off between 7:00 am and 7:30 am will be greeted at the door by Sr. Jeanne and will proceed to the "old" cafeteria.
In the interest of students’ safety, please follow the following guidelines for drop-off between 7:30 am and 8:00 am:
- All students should exit on the passenger’s side of the vehicle.
- Parents/drivers may not leave their cars.
- Students should not leave the vehicle until the side entrance door is reached.
- A member of the AAA Safety Patrol will assist your child(ren) when he/she exits your vehicle.
- All students arriving after 7:45 am should report directly to their classrooms.
Please be patient at drop-off, especially on the first few days of the school. In addition to the issue with road construction, students will be exiting vehicles with school supplies. Younger students are also adjusting to a new routine.
We also ask that parents DO NOT enter the building. We need to avoid the dangerous situation of children and parents walking between cars, as well as limit the number of people in the school due to COVID.
Thank you for your cooperation!
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Morning Care
Families who utilize the free Morning Care should send their child(ren) to school with a book, coloring, or quiet activity for them to complete while they wait to be dismissed to their classrooms. Students will be seated by grade level, 3ft apart in the "old" cafeteria. Students must wear masks during Morning Care.
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Dismissal Times & Procedure
Students will be dismissed at the times and doors listed below.
2:15 pm - Pre-K Students (Lincoln Street Door by Gym)
2:15 pm - Kindergarten Students (Side door - Main Parking Lot)
2:20 pm - Grades 1 - 4 (Side door - Main Parking Lot)
2:25 pm - Grades 5 - 8 (Side door - Main Parking Lot)
FOR THE SAFETY OF THE STUDENTS, NO VEHICLES MAY ENTER THE SCHOOL LOT FROM EITHER LINCOLN STREET OR WHITCOMB STREET AFTER 2:00 P.M.
OTHER IMPORTANT DISMISSAL NOTES:
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Park your car on the right hand side of Whitcomb Street, on Ray Street near the ball field, or in the Maynard Street lot.
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PETS are NOT allowed in the parking lot at any time. (The ONLY exception will be the Blessing of the Animals)
- There is ABSOLUTELY NO PARKING ON THE LEFT HAND SIDE OF ROBINSON STREET. This area needs to be kept clear for bus pickup.
- Parents should come into the parking lot and be visible to the teachers. DO NOT stand on the sidewalk and wave or yell to your child(ren). Teachers will not release students if they do not see a parent.
- Please notify the school if you have made alternate arrangements for pick-up and will not be present.
- Parents must be present at the designated dismissal time or the subsequent dismissals will be delayed. As a courtesy, teachers will wait 10 minutes for parents. If a parent does not arrive after the 10 minute courtesy window, students will be brought to the office. NO SHOWS will then be charged $10 for every 30 minutes per student because drop-ins to Extended School (After Care) Program are not allowed.
One final note. We are in the process of repairing the set of brick steps leading up to the school parking lot from Whitcomb Street. (They are taped off with caution tape.) If you park on Whitcomb Street, please use the steps in front of the main entrance to the school to access the parking lot.
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Lunch Prices, Menu, and How to Order |
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Saint Joseph School Lunch
Lunches are prepared daily in our state-of-the art kitchen. All lunches include a choice of 1% white milk or fat tree flavored milk daily and come with a minimum of 1/2 cup of fruit daily. (Fruits vary due to availability) The vegetable of the day will always be equal to or higher than 3/4 of cup. All grains used are whole grains (bread, pasta, rice, etc.) Peanut butter and jelly and plain peanut butter sandwiches are always offered as an alternative daily. All lunches meet USDA requirements. Students must take fruit and/or vegetables offered daily.
2021-2022 Lunch Prices:
FREE Student lunch
$3.00 Doubles
$0.50 Milk purchased separately from lunch
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Menu & Lunch Orders
ALL Saint Joseph School students are eligible to receive FREE LUNCHES during the 2021-2022 school year. (This does not include doubles)
Due to the anticipated increase in hot lunch orders, parents MUST pre-order for the week by noon on Sundays. Unfortunately, if parents fail to do so, their child(ren) may only receive a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Due to supply chain issues and labor shortages, we are already experiencing issues with our food deliveries. Please help us plan according by pre-ordering. Thank you for your cooperation!
Directions to View the Menu and Submit Order
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Go to the Family Portal
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Click on "Student" (On the left)
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Click on "Lunch" (On the left)
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Click on "Create Web Order" (At the top of the page)
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Place an order for each of your children if you have more than one child at St. Joseph School by scrolling through the daily offerings and placing the number "1" under quantity.
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***For students ordering DOUBLES, please order a quantity of one regular lunch and then add a quantity of one for doubles. (This applies to peanut butter & jelly sandwiches as well as the hot lunch.)***
Menu (August 30 - September 3)
- Monday, August 30th - Teriyaki Chicken
- Tuesday, August 31st - Hamburger
- Wednesday, September 1st - Baked Ziti
- Thursday, September 2nd - Grilled Chicken Sandwich
- Friday, September 3rd - Fish sticks
Bon Appétit
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After Care: Extended School Program |
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Thank you to everyone who completed our survey. The Extended School (After Care) Program provided by Our Bright Future begins Monday, August 30th
If you plan to utilize this program weekly, please click on the documents below and return them to school with your child next week.
Reminders:
- Monday through Friday: 2:30 pm -5:30 pm
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$7/hour per student with NO DROP-INS - Pre-registration is required.
- A snack and drink will be provided.
Please Note: The enrichment programs offered by Our Bright Future are academically oriented and follow a designated curriculum. So that your child has fun, receives the most from the sessions, and to minimize interruptions in instruction, please plan to pick up your child at the end of their registered session.
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Student Cellphones, Absences, & Early Dismissals |
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Students are allowed to bring their cell phones to school, but they are to be turned-off and remain in their backpacks. |
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If your child will be absent from school, you MUST report the absence by calling
508-943-0378 or emailing
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For early dismissals or to pick-up a sick child, please use the Whitcomb Street entrance to the school. You must also sign your child out of school. |
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Health Records
Please forward updated health records to the school. Students who plan to participate in sports must have an up-to-date physical on file to begin practicing with their team. Please email nurse@sjs-webster.com with your documentation of if you have any questions.
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What You Need for Back-to-School |
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Please click HERE to be re-directed to the school website so you may download a supply list for your student(s).
In addition, please purchase a box of masks for your child(ren).
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Click HERE to be re-directed to the school website so you may review the school dress code and purchase uniforms items.
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Uniform Delays
Due to labor shortages and supply chain issues, Global Schoolwear is experiencing delays. Therefore, please send your child to school in a neat polo or white oxford shirt or blouse. You may also purchase khaki pants or skirts, as well as navy skirts (Gr 5-8) at other stores because they are non-logoed items. PreK students should wear appropriate shorts and t-shirts. No student will be reprimanded for being out of uniform. We understand that this is very stressful. Our priority is to get the kids back into school safely for in-person learning.
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SAINT JOSEPH SCHOOL
47 Whitcomb Street
Webster, MA 01570
Phone: 508-943-0378
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