February 3, 2012
St. Joseph School… A great place to grow
Congratulations!
Congratulations to three of our VFW writing contest finalists! I am proud to announce that Christine (1st place), Katelynn (2nd place) and Kelly (3rd place) were honored for their work on the “Patriots Pen” writing contest sponsored by the Wentzville VFW post. Each of the girls received a monetary award for their efforts. Bravo girls!!!
Open House/ Chili Supper/Re-registration
Tonight is the Open House/Chili supper from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Re-registration packets will be available for pick-up during this event. Thank you for picking them up this evening. Please read the blue Finance Sheet enclosed in your packet as there are some increases for the 2012-2013 school year. We ask you to return the re-registration form, along with your check for $100.00 registration fee per child, no later than Friday, February 17th.
Confirmation Meeting
There will be a Confirmation Meeting for Grades 7/8 next Wednesday, February 8th at 7:00 pm in the school cafeteria.
Conflict Resolution Presentation
Saundra Barker from Catholic Family Services has rescheduled her presentation at St. Joseph School for next Thursday, February 9th to speak to our children in grades 1-4. She will teach conflict resolution strategies to our children to help them solve disagreements in an appropriate manner and to help make our great school Bully-Free.
Faculty Meeting/ 1:00 pm Dismissal
The February faculty meeting is scheduled for next Friday (February, 10th) due to Catholic Schools Week. This will be a 1:00 pm dismissal day.
2012 Read to Succeed
Reminder: Read to Succeed forms for grades K-6th students should be turned into your child’s homeroom teacher no later than Friday, February 10th. K-6th grade students must read 6 hours and complete a reading log to be eligible for Six Flags tickets.
School Improvement Orientation Meeting
There will be a School Improvement Meeting for all School Improvement Committee members on Thursday, February 16th in the school building.
STUCO sponsored Trivia Night
The STUCO sponsored Trivia Night will be on Friday, February 17th. This event is for students in grades 5-8 and runs from 6:00 – 9:00 pm.
Texas Hold ‘Em
The next Texas Hold ’Em, sponsored by the Playground Committee, will be held Saturday, February 18th. Registration begins at 6:00 p.m. Doors close at 7:00 p.m. $30.00 entry fee and one Re-buy @ $20.00. Beverages and snacks will be provided. Feel free to bring your own as well
4-H Bingo
4-H will hold a Bingo on Sunday, February 19th at 1:00 p.m. in the school cafeteria. All ages are welcome. Bingo cards are $1.00 each.
Presidents Day (Snow Day Option)
There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, February 20th in observance of Presidents Day.
Mission Carnival
The annual St. Joseph Mission Carnival will be held on Tuesday, February 21st, from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. This event is open to the St. Joseph Parish Community. All proceeds will go towards the Missions.
Tickets will go on sale on Monday, February 13th. Tickets are .25 cents each or 5 for $1.00. Please see the attached flyer for more information.
Ash Wednesday
The prayerful season of Lent begins with the observance of Ash Wednesday on February 22nd.
Parent Club Fish Fry 02/24/12
The St. Joseph Parent Club will sponsor the first of their highly acclaimed Fish Fry’s on Friday, February 24th from 5:00-7:30 pm. Come on out with the family and enjoy good company and some of the best fish around these parts.
**ATTENTION** 7th & 8th Grade Parents
There is a Confirmation Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, March 14th to make up for the meeting that was cancelled on Wednesday, January 11th.
Cafeteria Payment Reminder
Parents, please check your cafeteria balances on FastDirect or call the school office for your balance. Some families have not made any or only one payment since school started. If you stay current, you will avoid having a large balance at the end of the year. Turn in payments to the school office. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
May God bless you and your family,