

Weekly Mustang Newsletter
February 9, 2024
Year of COMMUNITY and COLLABORATION
CELEBRATING 60 YEARS!
🌼 Saint Joseph's Annual Gala ✌️
NEW DATE: Saturday, May 4th
FEBRUARY CALENDAR
FEBRUARY MENU
LUNCH PRICES...
PK3 - Kindergarten = $3.75
1st - 8th grades = $4.50
Premium Lunch Days (example: Chick-Fil-A, Arby's, etc.) = $4.75
🧦 Socks and Underwear Drive 🧦
ALICE IN WONDERLAND
YEARBOOKS ARE NOW ON SALE!!!!
$30 until February 29th
After February 29th the price goes up to $35
Last day to order is March 17th
St. Joseph Resort Raffle
Interview Conducted by Eight-Grade Students
Eighth-grade students Natalie Bassile, Daniel Garcia, and Nancy Pena-Rincon interviewed Andrew Cobbold, a former graduate from Melbourne Central Catholic High School. The interviewed occurred in the school cafeteria at Saint Joseph Catholic School (SJCS) where
Andrew works one day a week.
Andrew presented as an ambitious young man with an admirable work ethic and positive outlook. His unique learning needs caused challenges throughout his academic journey; however, never stopped him from earning his degree and acquiring the skills needed to lead a productive life.
Natalie, Daniel, and Nancy learned about Andrew’s favorite animal, color, hobby, holiday, school subject, and sport. They also discovered his enjoyment for his job at SJCS.
Overall, the interview shed light on the importance of inclusive education and tailored support for individuals with unique learning needs, as well as the power of positivity. It was truly an enriching experience for the eighth-grade students.
New Mass Times, beginning January 2024
**REMINDER**
Aftercare pick up is at the black gates (elementary side) only. This applies to all grades.
❄️⛄ COOLER WEATHER UNIFORM INFORMATION ⛄❄️
We will eventually get some cooler weather! Please see some reminders for uniform guidelines for outer wear during our cold spells. School Sweatshirts, sweatpants, sweaters, and pants may all be purchased at Sir Walter Uniform.
- Please wear Saint Joseph sweatshirts and sweaters with the Saint Joseph logo. Remember we are not allowing non-logo sweatshirts and sweaters this year.
- Please do not wear leggings or spandex when wearing P.E. uniform or daily uniform shorts. Girls may wear tights under their skirts, (tights go over the feet) please see the guidelines below.
- Girls and boys are allowed to wear school pants when it is cooler.
- You may wear long-sleeved undershirts; however, they may be only solid navy blue or white with no decorations or designs.
- Students may wear any jacket coming into to school, however they may not wear it in the building. Only Saint Joseph jackets may be worn inside.
- For additional information please see the chart below that is in our handbook.
**Please note: you can wear a jacket/sweatshirt with the old logo and the new uniform**
Weekend Family Masses – Please join us!
- November 11th – 4:00pm Mass
- December 10th – 11:00am Mass (Confirmation Students Required)
- January 14th – 11:00am Mass (Confirmation Students Required)
- February 25th – 11:00am Mass (Confirmation Students Required)
- March 16th – 4:00pm Mass
- April 21st – 9:00am Mass
- May 19th – 11:00am Mass – 8th grade
✏️ Teacher Amazon Wishlists ✏️
PK3 - Ms. Nisrine Nasr
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1NP2YVJBPO6Y6/?ref_=list_c_wl_lol_ovle
VPK - Ms. Elizabeth Paffenroth
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3L1YEIVHSS9L5?ref_=wl_share
VPK - Ms. Susan Foley
Kindergarten - Ms. Donna Esposito
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1W5RU1EOLFP3C?ref=cm_sw_em_r_un_un_yy9D31zYidvki
Kindergarten - Ms. Jennifer Stimpson
1st Grade - Ms. Ronda Degnan
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3PGQ564CBJ5XR?ref_=wl_share
2nd Grade - Ms. Kate Spong
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2MZC9673LZMM3?ref_=wl_share
3rd Grade - Ms. Mary Herrington
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1PX0NHQ1RWKCK?ref_=wl_share
4th Grade - Ms. Jeanne Saraceno
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/HK3YIXD63Q1Y?ref_=wl_share
5th Grade - Ms. Donna Alvarez
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/LRLAZIKH728T?ref_=wl_share
6th Grade - Ms. Sarah Howell
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2Z6ATZ38SH7M8?ref_=wl_share
8th Grade - Ms. Sue Horn
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3J6GVQVMYJST?ref=cm_sw_em_r_un_un_Be8d4cT0BwUfv
Stream Lab - Ms. Susan Mardiat
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/QKHWFRPZV7R1?ref_=wl_share
Art - Mr. Taj Booth
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/14Q519K9FPE54?ref_=wl_share
P.E. - Ms. Jenni McDonald
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2EZXIYYBJJF8G?ref=cm_sw_em_r_un_un_nBSsHXGmyKO99
Student Services - Ms. Meaghan VandenBosch
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2X4CZDTHGSW04?ref_=wl_share
Front Office
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2QT12FMYE0F8H?ref_=abls_nvfly_yl
Aftercare
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/FPH6GP9QET14?ref_=wl_dp_view_your_list
Thank you to everyone who has been buying things for the classrooms and school!
Don't forget to log your volunteer hours in FACTS as you do so!
We appreciate all you do for the school!!
Interested in Melbourne Central Catholic for High School?
Below is the school calendar for the 2023/2024 school year. Please note this is subject to change!
Important Calendar Dates for 2023-2024:
- ✔️First Day of School - August 9th
- ✔️ Labor Day - September 4th Holiday
- ✔️ Columbus Day - October 9th Holiday
- ✔️ Thanksgiving Break - November 22nd -27th
- ✔️ Christmas Break - December 21st - January 2nd
- ✔️ MLK Day - January 15th Holiday
- Spring Break - March 24th - April 1st
- Last Day of School - May 24th