February 2022 Edition - St. Joseph's Catholic School
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February 2022 Edition
From the Headmaster
St. Joseph’s School Prayer
The Positivity of Reality
Glorious Saint Joseph, spouse of the SJ Way Point #2
Immaculate Virgin and Foster-Father
of Jesus Christ; obtain for me and all The St. Joseph’s Way embraces all of reality, believing that it comes
the members of my family, a pure, from God and therefore reveals signs of his presence.
humble, and charitable mind, and
perfect resignation to the Divine Will.
Be my guide and model throughout Catholic Schools Week Greetings from all of us at St. Joseph’s!
life that I may merit to die as you did
in the arms of Jesus and Mary. One of the distinguishing marks of a Catholic school is how we
Help us, Saint Joseph, in our earthly understand and engage with reality. For us, reality is more than what
strife, to fulfill our responsibilities and meets the eye, because God is the architect and craftsman of all that
ever to lead a pure and sinless life. exists. Creation is his gift and as such bears the signs of his wisdom, love,
Amen. and presence. Some Christian writers go so far as to portray reality as
enchanted because God continues to act within and for the good of
his creation. (Think C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien in their respective Narnia
and Lord of the Rings series.) This view of reality is very different from a
Contents secular, materialistic approach that reduces all that is to simply the stuff
of which it consists, which can therefore be manipulated at will as one
From the Headmaster ....................... 1 sees fit.
Things You Need To Know ................ 3 The Christian view of reality has all manner of implications for how
From the Middle School Director ..... 6 Catholic schools approach education and life itself. For starters, we are
intensely interested and curious about everything. Catholic school
From the High School Director ......... 6 teachers believe academic work is more than a means to getting
From the Athletic Department ......... 7 ahead in life. They look for ways to introduce students to the ultimate
mysteries at the root of their academic disciplines in order to point out
From the Business Office ................... 8
God’s creative and inscrutable handiwork. Recognizing that God’s gift
From the College Counseling Office of creation demands our wise stewardship, we also care about what
............................................................. 8 happens to the environment and teach our students to use their talents
From the Development Office ......... 9 and resources to leave the world better for those who come after
them. Moreover, we believe and teach that there is no contradiction
From the Fine Arts Department ........ 9 between faith, reason, and science, which is why Catholic universities
From the Parents Guild.................... 10 have always been at the forefront of scientific research.
One important overarching ramification of this view of reality is the
conviction that reality is ultimately positive. We don’t mean this in a
Pollyanna-ish, naive, unthinking, unrealistically optimistic sense that bad
things don’t happen, for we all know that they most certainly do andFebruary 2022 News and Notes Page 2 that they can be both painful and often without a satisfactory explanation. Instead, without denying or downplaying the difficulties and sufferings that inevitably come, we affirm that God is a good and benevolent Father who knows what is best and will ultimately work all things out for our good (Romans 8:28). One’s belief in the positivity of reality is often put to the test through the bad things that happen to us and our loved ones. We are nearing two full years of living with and educating during COVID-19 and all the havoc that it has wreaked. We've also all experienced the challenges that come with illness, a sudden adverse diagnosis, seemingly unresolvable problems at work, and the deep suffering we experience at the hands of poor decisions made by loved ones. Recently, I attended the funeral Mass of a mother of three SJSC graduates who died far too young from cancer. How does this jive with the proposal that reality is positive? One of the scriptures read during the funeral Mass suggests an answer. I’ll end by sharing that scripture and by asking for prayers for Steven, Chrissy, and Michael Fowler and for their father, former SJCS trustee Michael Fowler, as they mourn the loss of their wife and mother, Veronica Fowler. “But we hold this treasure in earthen vessels, that the surpassing power may be not from us. We are afflicted in every way, but not constrained; perplexed, but not driven to despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed; always carrying about in the body the dying of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be manifested in our mortal flesh. So death is at work in us, but life in you… we too believe and therefore speak, knowing that the one who raised Jesus from the dead will raise us also with Jesus and place us with you in his presence. Everything indeed is for you, so that the grace bestowed in abundance on more and more people may cause the thanksgiving to overflow for the glory of God. Therefore, we are not discouraged; rather although our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day. For this momentary light affliction is producing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison, as we look not to what is seen but to what is unseen; for what is seen is transitory, but what is unseen is eternal.” (2 Corinthians 4:7-18) In whatever difficult situations or circumstances you may be experiencing in your family, may God grant you encouragement and faith to realize that everything that is happening is indeed somehow for your good and may it produce for you an eternal weight of glory. In closing, please join us in praying for the following members of the SJCS family: for Bryson Smith on the passing of his great grandfather; for Will Wolfe on the passing of his grandfather; for Michael ’08, Chrissy ’09 and Steven ’09 Fowler on the passing of their mother. Also, please join us in prayer for Father Duncan and Elizabeth Duncan’s new son, Peter Joseph, as he is in the NICU struggling with lung issues. With Love and Prayers, Keith F. Kiser Headmaster
February 2022 News and Notes Page 3
Things You Need To Know
Jubilate Knight for the Arts Talent Competition, January 29
• The Event: The Fine Arts Department’s annual “Jubilate Knight for the Arts Talent Competition and
Fundraiser” is a family-friendly event, highlighting our artistically-gifted school community. Doors
will open at 6:00 PM and the Talent Competition will begin at 7:00 PM. Patrons will enjoy an evening of
fabulous entertainment and can vote ($1 per vote) on their favorite acts to benefit our theatre, choral,
dance, strings, band, and visual arts programs.
• Tickets: Reserved seating is available, if you purchase your tickets in advance. Tickets prices are students
and alumni $10, adults $15, and family $65. Tickets purchased at the door will all be General Admission,
and the cost increases $5 at the door. A Stream Only option is also available for those not able to attend
in person for $25. Advanced tickets and StreamPasses can be purchased HERE.
• Voting: All voting will take place using GiveSmart. Save time the night of the event and pre-register with
GiveSmart HERE.
• To Volunteer: Lend your talents and time to the Jubilate Knight committee. It takes a lot of manpower to
facilitate such an event, and we can always use your help! If you are interested in helping out the night
of the event or the Friday afternoon before, sign up HERE or contact Christine Balts or Cindy Davis.
• Please note: All patrons must be masked while on campus.
Mid-Quarter Progress Update, February 4
Mid-quarter grades will be updated on Friday, February 4. An email will be sent to parents as a reminder to
check your student’s progress through the FACTS Family Portal. Please contact teachers directly if you have any
questions or concerns.
Final Priority Admissions Testing, February 5
The final priority admissions testing date for all grades for fall 2022 enrollment is Saturday, February 5. Applicants
who test on or before February 5 will be the first ones to receive admissions notifications. February 5 is also the
final merit scholarship testing date for new students entering ninth grade. The final scheduled admissions testing
date is Saturday, March 12. Please don’t miss these dates if you or someone you know has an applicant interested
in SJCS for next year. Applicants sign up for testing when they complete the online application. Questions?
Contact Barbara McGrath.
Junior Class Kairos Retreat, February 5-7
The annual Junior Class Kairos Retreat, originally scheduled for January 15-17, has been postponed until February
5-7. This is a retreat geared towards helping the juniors experience God’s love as something real and effective in
their daily lives. Please keep the more than 60 juniors who are attending in your prayers, as well as the senior
leaders. Questions? Contact Gabe Lewis.
Junior College Planning Night, February 8
Brand R. Stille, Vice President for Enrollment at Wofford College will be here on February 8 at 7:00 PM in the JP II
Center to present on some of the following topics: College Admission Calendar, Key Terms (Early Decision, Early
Action, Rolling Admission, Wait List, Common Application, etc.), Student/Parent/School Responsibilities, How to
Research College Information, College Entrance Exams, and Financial Aid. At least one parent must attend with
their student. We will let you know who your college counselor will be and will begin scheduling individual
student/family meetings following this meeting.
Used Uniform Sale, February 10
There will be a used uniform sale in the cafeteria from 3:00–6:00 PM. There are still many new Mills Uniform items.
Mills Uniform items have no “end date” for wearing them.
Parent Wine & Cheese Social, February 10
This is a great opportunity to hear from, socialize, and speak with school officials and other parents in a small,
informal setting. All SJCS parents are invited to a Wine/Cheese Social to be held at the school on February 10
from 5:30-7:00 PM in the Meeting Room. Socialize from 5:30-6:00 PM. Beginning at 6:00 PM, Mr. Kiser will provide
a "state of the school" update as well as invite your questions and participation. For freshman and sophomoreFebruary 2022 News and Notes Page 4
parents planning to stay for the College Counseling Presentation, your 9th/10th grade child may bring his/her
book bag and work quietly in the Cafeteria during the Parent Social. Supervision will be provided free of charge.
Questions? Contact Barbara McGrath.
Freshman & Sophomore College Counseling Night, February 10
The annual meeting for freshmen and sophomores and their parents to discuss general academic and college
planning items will be February 10 at 7:00 PM in the JP II Center. All Freshman and Sophomore families must
attend this meeting at least once (either during the students’ freshman or sophomore year). Students are asked
to sit with their parents.
Flexible Tuition Application Deadline, February 15
Flexible Tuition offers individualized tuition rates for families based on a family’s documented financial ability to
pay. Any family that is unable to pay the full price (which is set based upon the real cost to educate a student
at St Joseph’s) is invited to apply for an individual rate. That rate will be determined based upon a strictly
confidential analysis of the family’s financial position with the assistance of FACTS, an independent, third-party
organization. Flexible Tuition is awarded on an annual basis and must be applied for each year. To get to the
FACTS application website, click HERE. The priority deadline for applying for Flexible Tuition is Tuesday, February
15, 2022.
New York Encounter, February 18-21
SJCS will be sending 15 students to attend the New York Encounter February 18-21. The Encounter is an annual
three-day public cultural event in the heart of New York City that strives to witness to the new life and knowledge
generated by the faith, following Pope Benedict XVI's claim that "the intelligence of faith has to become the
intelligence of reality." Questions? Contact Gabe Lewis.
NO SCHOOL: Presidents’ Day, February 21
There is no school on Monday, February 21, in observance of Presidents’ Day. The school and school offices will
be closed.
NO SCHOOL, March 3 & 4
There will be no school on Thursday, March 3, and Friday, March 4, for faculty and staff professional development.
SJCS Spring Art Exhibit Entries Accepted, March 7-14
The 2022 Spring Art Exhibit is around the corner! Students in all grades are encouraged to participate. Categories
will include Drawing, Painting, Photography, Sculpture, Mixed Media, and Computer Graphics. Entries will be
accepted in the Art Room from March 7-14. For entry requirements, contact Anne Meyer.
Spring Musical Production: CINDERELLA, April 7-10
Be sure to mark your calendars for the spring musical production of Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella.
Performances will be April 7-10 and tickets will be available to purchase at the end of February. Join us as we
bring back musical theatre to the SJCS stage!
Middle School Supplies Replenishment
At this point in the school year, your child's school supplies may need a little boost. The teachers have mentioned
that many students are in need of pencils, pens, highlighters, paper, etc. and maybe even a new pencil case.
Please check with your child and send them with any needed supplies in order to be prepared for class. A few
teachers are low on tissues and wipes, and they may email their classes individually asking for those items.
Let’s Travel in 2022 and 2023!
• Travel to Japan: There is still room on the trip to Japan! Come travel with us to Japan summer of 2022.
From June 23 to July 2, we will visit Japanese Castles, eat amazing food, visit Buddhist temples, and take
the bullet train to Hiroshima. Check out the itinerary and sign up HERE. Questions? Contact Mrs. Carr.
• Travel to Italy: Want to plan further out? Mrs. Carr and Mrs. Palmer are traveling to ITALY spring break of
2023! Come explore Assisi, Florence, and Siena. The trip includes upgraded hotels, a papal audience, aFebruary 2022 News and Notes Page 5
visit to the catacombs, and a cooking class. Check out the itinerary, set up a payment plan, and sign up
HERE. Questions? Contact Mrs. Carr or Mrs. Palmer.
Has Your Information Changed?
If you have had a change of address, phone number, or email, please email your updates to Jenny Starks.February 2022 News and Notes Page 6
From the Middle School Director
“If we have no peace, it is because we have forgotten we belong to each other.”
Mother Teresa
I spend a good amount of time reading and learning about young people. Much of my interest comes from the
work I do, and some of it comes out of necessity regarding the needs of my own children. As parents, we often
quip that a well-developed parenting manual is non-existent … and, if there were one, it would have so many
revisions we surely wouldn’t be able to keep up.
A topic of increasing investigation and discussion is the intensifying sense of loneliness that many of our young
people are experiencing. Despite digital methods that more easily allow us to connect across time and space,
our children report a higher level of loneliness than previous generations. And this was of concern even before
the pandemic and the impact of isolation, quarantine, and online learning. While these observations are
concerning, even disheartening, we gain incredible power when we acknowledge something for what it is. We
then can decide if we want it to look differently, and we can commit to doing something about it. Our Catholic
school has decided that a sense of belonging and connectedness is an integral part of our young people’s
formation. It is essential to the St. Joseph’s Way.
We officially celebrate Catholic Schools Week January 30 - February 5, 2022. My fondness for Catholic schools
began when I started first grade, as our parish school, St. Casimir, didn’t have a kindergarten. To this day, I can
remember the pride I felt with being part of that school community. Excellence was a given. There was no
question about the quality and impact of our academic preparation. And we did what was expected of us -
wearing uniforms, completing our work, following the rules - more out of a sense of commitment than a fear of
punishment. Our dedication to the expectations was an outward gesture of our inner (albeit unrealized) belief
that we were part of something greater … that we had a responsibility to the whole of us. The daily reminders
and practices that directed our thoughts and awareness to Christ provided order and a strong sense of purpose.
No matter what was happening outside those Catholic school walls, inside those walls I didn’t feel lonely. I had a
place where I truly felt I belonged.
While intellectual development is a rightful focus of our work at St. Joseph’s, we are uniquely and intentionally
interested in matters of the heart and soul. The connection between what is now and what is possible is lived out
inside this building every day in the meaningful connections that our students develop with their teachers and
each other. It is my daily work and prayer that each of our young people experience St. Joseph’s as a place
where loneliness disappears, and is replaced with the genuine belief that they have a place they truly belong.
From the High School Director
There’s a transition in the life of every institution that survives its infancy when it moves from being the “little engine
that could” to a truly remarkable organization with staying power and influence beyond its own membership. I
believe that St. Joseph’s has made that transition very well. By the observable metrics, our school is thriving. Our
students are doing very well on objective tests and report great satisfaction with their choices after graduation.
Our retention rate, always an issue for independent schools, is more than nine out of ten. That speaks not just to
the quality of what we offer but to the genuine buy-in from our students and their families.
Those markers of success are reassuring, but they don’t tell the whole story. Our mission is to transform the hearts
and minds of our students into the likeness of Christ. Over the years, I’ve learned that fulfilling that mission isn’t
really something that can be captured on a scorecard. When I think about the programmatic side of that mission,
I think of the numerous Masses we have every week, the active retreat program we run, and the number of
opportunities for students to reflect on the gospel. Those things are great, but even they don’t capture the totality
of our mission. I think the St. Joseph’s Way comes closest to it in the fourth point, namely that we accompany
students as they verify the Christian proposal we make every day.February 2022 News and Notes Page 7
Accompaniment can be slow, hard work. And it’s messy. Accompaniment also means truly partnering with
families to support students. Partners work together for a common goal, in our case the ultimate well-being of our
students. They recognize that we all have strengths and weaknesses, and in fact what makes a partnership
successful is often how well they work together to complement each other. In my experience, partnerships work
best when we assume the best of each other, and keep the lines of communication open when we encounter
the inevitable speed bumps that come with any sustained, important, and meaningful endeavor. Sustained,
important, and meaningful…I certainly hope that describes the educational project here at St. Joseph’s. I’m sure
none of us would have it any other way.
From the Athletic Department
Spring Sports Tryouts/Practice
The following tryouts/practice take place on January 31
• MS, JV & Varsity Track & Field from 3:30-5:00 PM at the front of Gym
• JV & Varsity Girls Lacrosse from 3:30-5:30 PM at Sunset Park
• Varsity Boys Lacrosse from 4:30-6:00 PM at Sunset Park
• Varsity Softball from 4:00-6:00 PM at the Softball Field
• Varsity Boys Golf at 4:00 PM at The Preserve, Qualifier Round 1 on February 2 at 3:00 PM, Qualifier Round
2 on February 9 at 3:00 PM at the Preserve
• JV &Varsity Girls Soccer from 5:00-6:30 PM on Monday and Tuesday, 3:30-5:00 PM on Wednesday through
Friday
• JV & Varsity Boys Soccer from 3:30-5:00 PM on Monday and Tuesday, 1:30-3:00 PM Wednesday through
Friday
• JV & Varsity Boys Tennis from 3:30-5:00 PM, Monday through Friday
The following tryouts/practice will take place on January 31 & February 1
• Baseball tryouts for 9th-12th Graders from 4:00-6:00PM on the Baseball Field
The following tryouts/practice will take place on February 2 & 3
• Baseball tryouts for 6th-8th Graders from 2:00-4:00 PM on February 2 and from 4:00-6:00 PM on February 3
on the Baseball Field
The following tryouts/practice will take place February 7, 9, & 10
• MS Girls Soccer from 3:15-4:45 PM on February 7, from 1:30-3:00 PM on February 9, from 3:15-4:45 PM on
February 10 on the Football Practice Field.
Please keep in mind that any student participating in a sport for the 2021-2022 school year at SJCS must have a
physical dated after April 1, 2021, and complete the required forms ONLINE at www.planeths.com prior to the
first tryout or practice. NO PAPER FORMS WILL BE ACCEPTED, NO EXCEPTIONS! If you were an athlete in 2020-2021,
please use your existing login. The required forms that must be filled out online prior to the first practice are: Pre-
Participation History and PreParticipation Sports Physical Exam (please print and take with you to your doctor,
and then upload), Parent Consent Form, Concussion Form, a copy of your athlete’s birth certificate, and
Steadman Hawkins form. All required athletic forms must be submitted through PlanetHS found HERE. Information
for new athletes on how to create the parent and student login at Planet HS will be available on the SJCS
website HERE. Please note that you must login to the SJCS website first. Be sure to type St. Joseph’s Catholic
School in the search line when looking for our school.
From the Booster Club
• Thank you to all of our members, both new and returning, for contributing to yet another record-breaking
year. Funds raised from your membership dues support all of our athletic programs. Booster Club
contributions supplemented the overall cost of replacing a significant number of cracked bleachers in
the gym (a shout out to Terry Crosby and his team for getting the repair work done over Christmas
Break). The Booster Club also helped offset the cost of championship rings for Girls Soccer, Girls Volleyball,
and Boys Swimming.February 2022 News and Notes Page 8
• Thank you to our Spirit Wear Chair, Linse Wood, for spearheading a fantastic online sale this past
December and working overtime to make sure everyone received their merchandise before Christmas
Break. Another huge thank you to Concessions Chair, Jason Okuley, for continuing to keep both our
indoor and outdoor concession stands well stocked and running smoothly through many sports and many
seasons. Concessions is an enormous job, and we are so grateful. If you would like to assist with this very
important effort, please reach out to Jason or Booster Club president, Kelly Gillespie, for more information
about how you can help - it takes a village!
• If your business is interested in advertising in either the stadium or on the baseball field, more information
can be found HERE. Please also reach out to our Banner Program Co-Chairs, Joel Poinsette or Brian
Remsburg, with any questions. Funds raised via our banner program can be directed to a sport of your
choice. As a reminder, membership dues cannot be directed to specific sports.
From the Business Office
Re-enrollment for 2022-2023
Re-enrollment for 2022-2023 school year will be completed online through FACTS. In late January, when the 2022-
2023 tuition rates are announced, parents will receive instructions on how to complete the re-enrollment process.
The deadline to complete the re-enrollment process is Tuesday, March 15, 2022.
Tuition Recruitment Credit
In an effort to recruit more families like yours to St. Joseph’s Catholic School, and reward our best customers to
help us with this endeavor, the school offers a five-hundred-dollar ($500) Tuition Credit Program. Based on parent
feedback, we have learned that “Word-of-Mouth” is our most effective advertising medium for attracting
families. When a new family applies for admission, they have the opportunity to name the St. Joseph’s family on
their application who recommended SJCS. After the new student(s) attends school for one quarter, the recruiting
family receives a $500 credit on their next tuition bill, usually in November. Click HERE to read more about the
program qualifications.
Senior Tuition Accounts
In order to participate in Baccalaureate Mass and Graduation, all senior tuition and fees must be paid in full,
except for the June tuition by Friday, May 20, 2022.
From the College Counseling Office
High School Course Scheduling
The HS course scheduling process for 2022-2023 will begin in February. During the week of February 7, students in
grades 8-11 and their parents will receive an email from the registrar with detailed information pertaining to the
course request process, graduation requirements, course appeals for Honors and AP courses, etc. Students will
select their initial course requests online in FACTS Family Portal during the designated registration period
scheduled for February 11-25. Counselors will set up individual meetings with students in February and March to
review academic goals, course requests, course appeals, and facilitate any adjustments to requested courses.
Seniors
Make sure that you are visiting the College Financial Aid and Scholarships link on the College Counseling page
regularly since we add new scholarship opportunities as we receive them.
Senior College Acceptances/Scholarships
Please continue to share your good news and update the College Counseling Office of college acceptances
and scholarship awards.
High School Students
Please make sure to visit the Upcoming Special Programs and Events link on the College Counseling page on a
regular basis since we add new programs as we receive them.February 2022 News and Notes Page 9
College Visits
Sophomores, juniors and seniors who would like to visit colleges should register for visits through the colleges’
websites or with the admissions offices and then email frontoffice@sjcatholicschool.org to let us know what
date(s) you will be attending the college visit. Please remember to bring back the proper documentation and
turn it in at the front office (College Visit Record Form with required signatures and official documentation—see
form for details). Juniors should also consider signing up for the college visit mini-mester. This is a great opportunity
to visit a few local colleges or one to two further away colleges without having to use your college visit days or
personal days.
From the Development Office
Annual Auction Gala Update
Mark your calendars for the 2022 Annual Auction Gala on Friday, April 22. Our Gala Committee members,
faculty/staff, students, and parents are working together to diligently prepare for our school’s largest fundraiser
that supports our students. Stay tuned to your email for details pertaining to the nature of our Gala. If you are
interested in volunteering or donating a silent or live auction item, contact Amy Cassidy (Gala Chair), Aimee
Lonergan (Gala Co-Chair), or Katie Orbon in the Development Office
The Gala Committee Needs Your Help
The Gala Committee is in need of:
• Bottles of wine for the wine pull
• Baskets that can be used for Silent Auction
• Vacation homes or timeshares to be auctioned off
If you are able to help, contact Amy Cassidy (Gala Chair), Aimee Lonergan (Gala Co-Chair), or Katie Orbon in
the Development Office
Annual Fund
• Our goal this fiscal year (July 2021–June 2022) is to engage the financial support of 100% of our school
families, faculty, and staff in giving to the Annual Fund. As of January, an impressive 42% of our school
families have contributed. Congratulations to the 8th grade which is leading with a grade level
participation of 49%! We will continue to track these participation numbers through the Gala in the Spring.
• Helping families afford a St. Joseph’s education is a foundational principle to our identity as a Catholic
school. The Annual Fund fulfills this responsibility by providing approximately 6% of the school’s overall
budget. It accounts for 75% of the funding that is not covered by tuition. These dollars are raised every
year through the generosity of our community. Our Annual Fund goal for this year, which includes
proceeds from the Gala, is $525,000. The Annual Fund total through December was $320,000! Please
contact Kevin Meyer with any questions, download your Annual Fund Donation Form today or make an
online donation!
2021 Tax Statements
Giving statements for 2021 will be distributed by January 31. These statements are meant to assist with tax
preparation. For any questions regarding these statements, please contact Kevin Meyer.
From the Fine Arts Department
Twinderella – 8th Grade Play Postponed
While the annual 8th grade play of Twinderella was postponed from January's anticipated performance date, a
new date will be announced soon. Keep an eye on the website and Friday Flash for updated details!
Jubilate Arts Guild Officers Needed for 2022-2023
We are looking to fill several positions for the next school year. The Jubilate Arts Guild is our Fine Arts Booster Club
and provides support for all the Fine Arts programming. If your child is involved in chorus, dance, visual
arts, theatre, band, or strings, then you already know how enriching these programs are. Help us support theseFebruary 2022 News and Notes Page 10
programs. Become more involved, and have a rewarding experience by becoming an officer.
Questions/interested? Contact Christine Balts or Cindy Davis.
Red Door & St. Joseph Ornaments
There are a limited number of ornaments remaining to commemorate the Year of St. Joseph and the SJCS Red
Door ornaments. Order yours before they run out! What a great way to commemorate your student’s years at St.
Joseph’s. Orders can be placed online HERE.
Volunteers Needed
The Fine Arts Department is always looking for volunteers in the following areas:
• Parents or students willing to donate their time and talents through their sewing skills
• Parents to assist in the Scene Shop during after-school and Saturday crew sessions
If you would like more information on how to volunteer, please contact Teresa McGrath.
From the Parents Guild
After-Prom, April 23
After dancing the night away at Prom, students can head over to Spare Time on Congaree Road for games,
lanes, food, fun, and prizes. We are already accepting donations for the event, and they can be sent in with
your student to the school. Some ideas: $10 gift cards, restaurant and gas cards, or larger prizes for our senior
raffle: Keurig, Bluetooth speakers, ENO, etc. We can always use cash and the committee can fill in the prize
bucket where needed. If you would like to volunteer or make a donation, please contact Blair Bailey (864-350-
7282). Thank you in advance for the support!
Graduation Yard Signs
Calling all senior parents! We have partnered with VIPdecals.com for you to purchase graduation signs
customized for your son or daughter. Check out the sign options HERE. This is a great way to showcase your
graduating senior.You can also read
