Congratulations to our St. Joseph's Holiday Calendar Weekly Winners!

January 1st Fredler Lemene $75.00 sold by Fredler Lemene 4B
January 2nd Nancy DiBenedetto $75.00 sold by Victoria Falco 7A
January 3rd Nora Spezzafero $50.00 sold by Amalia Flores-Chow 7B
January 4th Colleen & Justin Melchionno $50.00 sold by Rachel Murphy 2B
January 5th Mary Margaret Erickson $75.00 sold by Cameron Erickson 5B
January 6th Mark Spezzafero $75.00 sold by Amalia Flores-Chow 7B

January 7th Steven Vining $100.00 sold by Patrick McClellan 8B
January 8th Lee Bursey $75.00 sold by Nicholas Grant 8A
January 9th Joan Markam $75.00 sold by Patrick McClellan 8B
January 10th Kristine Williams $50.00 sold by Mackenzie Williams 2B
January 11th Elvira Rossetti $50.00 sold by Sebastiano D'Ambrosio KB
January 12th Alan Resmini $75.00 sold by Joseph Barros 6A
January 13th Toni Kelner $75.00 sold by Valerie Kelner 7B

January 14th Thomas Griffin $100.00 sold by Thomas Barros 2A
January 15th Michael Serra $75.00 sold by Max Whalen 3B
January 16th Mary Whalen $75.00 sold by Cameron Erickson 5B
January 17th George Campos Jr. $50.00 sold by John Fee 6B
January 18th Gene Brune $50.00 sold by John Fee 6B
January 19th Sanjeeta Sharma $75.00 sold by Tunvee Sharma 3B
January 20th Barbara Van Sickle $75.00 sold by Thomas Barros 2A

Catholic Schools Week Service Project

Toiletries and Caned Goods Drive for “Respond” shelter for Homeless Women and Children

It would be great if each student could bring in one item.

Even better would be if student did a chore to earn the money to pay for the donation.

Toiletries (trial sizes or small)

toothbrushes
toothpaste
soap
shampoo
mouthwash
hair brush/comb
kleenex
band aids

Clothing:

children’s gloves
children’s socks (all sizes)

Canned Goods:

Canned Soups
canned tuna
canned fruit
canned pasta (Spaghettio’s, Beef a Roni etc.)

Grade 2 Martin Luther King projects

MLK Projects	Grade 2 Martin Luther King projects  view full size slideshow

Honor Roll Luncheon

Honor Roll Luncheon	Wings and more wings Over a hundred and forty students at St Joseph School enjoyed the customary Chinese Food Luncheon for earning honor status after the first quarter of the academic year. Students in grades five through eight are eligible to earn honor roll status with either merit , honor or highest honors. Once in grade six, students who consistently earn honor roll status are eligible to become part of the schools chapter of the National Junior Honor Society.  view full size slideshow

Open House - January 22nd 1-3 pm

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• Updated facility includes tech and science labs as well as full gymnasium and cafeteria
  
• Class enrollment designed to provide individualized attention and flexible grouping
  
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A Christmas Surprise for one SJS Kindergartener

Christmas Surprise	Kindergartener Michael Cella got a surprise visit from his Dad Michael who is home from Iraq for the Christmas Holiday.  view full size slideshow

Grade 3 Spotlight

Gr 3 Spotlight	January Spotlight is on Grade 3 students  view full size slideshow

Grade 3 Colonial Occupations Projects

Colonial Occupations	Grade 3 students presenting their projects on Colonial Occupations  view full size slideshow

Hoops For Education Was a "Ball"

Hoops for Education	This year’s Hoops for Education fundraiser was a “ball”. The event grossed in excess of $13,000.00. Hoops was fun for all of those who participated. Students from Pre-K through Grade eight ran laps, performed warm up exercises/stretches, played various games and shot free throws. The older students enjoyed playing in some fun pick- up basketball games. At the end of the day participants assembled in the gym for an informal award ceremony.  view full size slideshow

Veterans Day Visit

Veterans Day	On November 10th Mr. Edward Luchetti , Dad of Marchella in grade 5, visited the 5th grade students and spoke to them about his tours of duty in Iraq and Afghanistan. He brought many items to show the students such as a canteen, a seat belt cutter, various Bibles and medals he had earned. He also had many hats which were given to him from Middle Eastern children. The 5th grade was very fortunate to have Mr. Luchetti visit and speak to them about freedom.  view full size slideshow

Kindergarten Candids

Kindergarten	Here are our Kindergartners working during Center Time. Daily Center Time is used for hands-on learning. In the following pictures children are using the Art and Block Room which is run by our two aides. Students are also busy in the classroom working independently at the listening center, math center (using manipulatives to explore different concepts), phonics center, science center (classifying plants and animals), etc.  view full size slideshow

First Quarter 2011 Honor Roll
Highest Honors Grade 8
Ryan Arbuckle, Ronan Carrier, Claudia Curro, Cameron Doyle,
Patrick McClellan, Shannon McGurty, Jennifer Ong, Maggie Pendenza, Edward Tan, Stanley Ung, Michael Welton

Honors Grade 8
Yordanos Amare, Jiahnna Clairzie, Gianfranco Colella, Elizabeth DiFraia, Michael Doyle, Gillian Drane, Michael Gasper, John Hanley, Leah Harris, Gavin Lacey, Channon Lessard, Devin Lively, Talia Matarazzo, Tyler Williams

Merit
Sebastien Allien, Lindsey Komorny, Andrew Oliviera

Highest Honors Grade 7
Jack Albanese, George Bailey, Christopher Cafferty, Samantha Calautti, Albert Cangiano, John Corbett, Johnlyne Faucher, Abby Froio, Patrick Kelley, Valerie Kelner, Kiley Mahoney, Evan Marks, Olivia Marks, Arielle McCabe, Emily McEleney, Kathleen McHale, Andrew Murphy, Sharice Nazaire, Nadine Rechdane, Liam Shaughnessey, Colleen Tenney

Honors Grade 7
Alyssa Aldorasi, Samantha Baker, Brennan Carrier, Olivia Carroll, Frankie Cervone, Nyomi Dottin, Isaiah Emma, Amalia Flores-Chow, Jessica Mitchell, Brianna Padilla, Gianni Picariello, Shannon Smith, Maria Spencer, Jeffrey Wang

Highest Honors Grade 6
Lauryn Anthony, Kelli Aquino, Joseph Barros, Alex Bonaventura, Jessica Butler, Joseph Camara, Zach Carvalho,, Julia Curro, Iliana DePena, Ella Dickens, Matthew Dooling, Andrew Doyle, John Fee, Kerren Fields, Grace Harris, Ian Henry, Matthew Johnston, Keara Jones, Cameron Keezer, Jack Lonergan, Matthew MacIsaac, Benjamin Mawn, Madeline McAfee, Abby McClellan, Brandon Melo, Abigail Rowe, David Sarno, William Toomey, Savannah Ung

Honors Grade 6
Patrick Bradley, Bianca DelMaestro, Kyle Donaghey, Gina Grasso, Heather McShane

Highest Honors Grade 5
Regan Arbuckle, Emma Baker, Rory Carrier, Jeffrey Compere, Victoria D’Addio, Francesca Farrell, Sarah Forcellati, Megan Frongillo, Matthew Grant, Kayley Jefferson, Aoife Kilbride, Marcella Luchetti, Shauna Lynch, James Mawn, Molly McGurty, Ashley Murphy, Kailey Paar, Stephanie Padilla, Sarah Pendenza, Dylan Phung, Tenzin Rigzin, David Sullo, Emily Tan, Aubrey Vitale, Mikayla Williams, Rachel Yore

Honors Grade 5
Amir Dottin, Cameron Erickson, Michael Falcao, Jake Reilly
 

St. Joseph School Calendar of Events

December

3& 4 SJPC Christmas Tree Sale
7 Chess & Checkers Club
8 Immaculate Conception 8 am Mass
9 SJPC Christmas Party 6 pm
14 11:45 Dismissal-Faculty Meeting
15 Gr 6 Field Trip “A Christmas Carol”
16 SJPC Free Christmas Pizza Lunch
20 Christmas Pageant 9 am Gr K-3
20 Christmas Concert 11 am Gr 4-6
23 Coat Ceremony- 11:45 Dismissal

January

3 School Reopens
4 Chess & Checkers Club
16 No School-Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
18 Chess & Checkers Club
25 Marks Close
26 & 27 Kindergarten Report Card Conferences
27 Kindergarten Open House 8:15-9:30
30 Report Cards Distributed
30 Parent Meeting 6:30 – 8:30
31 Spelling Bee
Week of the 30th Catholic Schools Week

Turkey Trivia

Turkey Trivia	Grade 2 and Grade 6 students enjoying a game of turkey trivia.  view full size slideshow

Students See The Light!

Laser Light Programs	Students in grades four to eight saw the light recently when "Laser Light Programs" brought an exciting laser show to the school. The presentation included a detailed scientific information session on how laser happens, how to vary it and its many uses. Following the nuts and bolts was a most enjoyable and contemporary laser show with music the kids loved ! The presentation was organized and presented by the Enrichment Committee of the Parent Club.  view full size slideshow

Grade 2 Happenings

Grade 2	Students in grade 2B completed APPLETASTIC activities in Literacy, Math, & Science during the month of September. Some highlights were making applesauce, apple day activity stations with some courageous parent volunteers!  view full size slideshow

Holy Hour

Holy Hour	Students in grades three, four and five from St. Joseph's School in Medford attended the Eucharistic Holy Hour devoted to Peace at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross on Friday, October 7, 2011. The event was part of an international prayer liturgy for children all over the world who attended the same service at several locations internationally. At each, Catholic school students under the direction of the local bishop, say the rosary, participate in Benediction and pray to Our Lady of Fatima for peace in the world.    view full size slideshow

Attention Parents:
Starting on Tuesday October 11th the students will wear the traditional uniform:

Boys
Navy blue dress pants-cargo pants are not allowed
White long or short sleeve button down shirt
Red plaid tie
Black or blue shoes or construction type boots
NO SNEAKERS OF ANY KIND ARE ALLOWED
Solid navy blue cardigan or pullover sweater or vest
Sweatshirts may not be worn during the school day

Girls
Grade K-5 Red plaid jumper
Grade 6-8 Navy vest-red plaid skirt
White round collar long or short sleeve blouse
Shoes-traditional school shoes
NO SNEAKERS OF ANY KIND ARE ALLOWED
No high heels, platforms, clogs or backless shoes
Solid navy blue cardigan or pullover sweater or vest
Navy blue knee socks or tights
Sweatshirts may not be worn during the school day
 

2011 Kindergarten First Day

World Water Monitoring Day

MWRA	St. Joseph students and MWRA Collaborate on World Water Monitoring Day Meg Tobasco of the MWRA, Al Carrier and Mike Wilson of Chemhall Inc. of Boston recently coordinated a workshop for grade six students at St. Joseph School. The trio first held an informational session for students describing the sixty mile journey that clean water makes from the Quabbin reservoir to our homes and school. Students were fascinated to learn, and adults to recall, that the Quabbin was once home to folks in four towns. The process after water use was then described with emphasis on the workings of the Deer Island Waste Water Treatment Center.

St. Joseph School Calendar of Events

October
4 High School Family Information Night
5 Early Dismissal 11:45
7 Cathedral of Holy Cross grades 3-5
10 Columbus Day- No School
12 Chess & Checkers Club
17 Enrichment Program
17 Art Club
19 Living Rosary
21 SJPC Harvest Supper
24 Gr 8 Parent Meeting
24 Art Club
26 Chess & Checkers Club
29 SJPC Halloween Party Gr N-5
29 SJPC Halloween Dance Gr 6-8
31 Art Club

November
2 Early Dismissal 11:45
7 Art Club
9 Chess & Checkers Club
10 Hoops for Education
10 Awards Ceremony & Spaghetti Supper
11 Veterans Day- No School
14 Art Club
18-20 Holly Fair
21 Art Club
23 Thanksgiving Prayer Service
23 Early Dismissal 11:45
24& 25 Thanksgiving Recess- No School
29 Picture retakes
30 Chess & Checkers Club

HOOPS FOR EDUCATION - NOV. 10th

SJS Annual Fundraiser for 2011 is underway.

Kick off packets were distributed the week of October 3rd. If you have not yet received your packet please contact the school or email the Advancement Team at sjsdevelop@stjosephschool.com as soon as possible. If you have any questions please contact the school or advancement team.

Last year's "Walk for Education" fundraising campaign raised well over $30,000.00 and we are hoping to exceed that this year. We have lots of fun things planned for those who qualify to participate as well as the Pasta Dinner and basketball games in the evening ( Further details will be sent out soon). We are involving the alumni again this year and we are inviting them to enjoy the pasta dinner with us as well as participate in the basketball games.

All prizes will be given out at the pasta dinner, on Nov. 10th, so please mark your calendars to attend the dinner.

Be sure to watch your mail for further information about the pasta dinner, basketball games and another surprise to take place at the dinner.

SJPC NewsThis past Saturday night, the St Joseph's cafeteria was home to some of the smartest people we know! The annual SJPC Trivia Night was a huge success, bringing together family and friends of our students. Some of the prizes included gift cards to Cheesecake Factory and Dunkin Donuts, as well as many other fun items. The table with the most "Team Spirit" won tickets to the Harvest Supper on October 21st. Several of the more talented attendees entertained us by singing Karaoke!

Please note that we will vote to extend the deadline for SJPC Membership at our General Meeting on Wednesday, October 5th at 7:00 PM in the cafeteria. 1/2 hour of Fair Share time will be awarded for members who attend the General Meeting. At 8:00 PM, we will have a presentation called "Not-so-Extreme Couponing" that will teach you how to make back your membership dues in one month using coupons! Come join us!

SJPC Registration forms are availableClick here to view the latest message from the SJPC with registration forms