The Carpenter Chronicle
St. Joseph Catholic School * Volume 16 * February 6, 2023
Christ the Teacher Award Winner - Ms. Jones
Christ the Teacher Award
This year, our lovely, 2nd grade teacher, Ms. Jones, was awarded the Christ the Teacher Award. She is a dedicated teacher and a tremendous gift to our school. She is very positive and always has a kind word and a smile. Her students all feel loved and learn so much everyday. Ms. Jones will be recognized at the You Can Lend a Hand Luncheon at the Grand Wayne Center in downtown Fort Wayne. Congratulations!
VIP Day a Huge Success!
Thank you to all the very important people who attended Mass and Breakfast last Friday. The Mass was very beautiful with Mr. Jehle playing "The Hands of the Carpenter" which was written by our own Mr. Steven Palmer, who passed away last week.
After Mass everyone was invited to the School Gym for a light breakfast to share. There was a photo booth which was a big hit as well.
Thank you to Ms. Corwin, Ms. Gray, Mrs. Clough, Ms. Leon, Ms. Lopez, Angie, Elizabeth and McKenzie Wood and Ms. Bueno for all their hard work.
Students Explain Why They Love Their Catholic School
I Love My Catholic School and Let Me Tell You Why...by Lillexy Rios 8th Grade
I like how small my class is and another reason is my amazing teachers. I learn a lot of new things each day with these teachers. They are the best and make it worthwhile to come. The teachers also help me get closer with God everyday I come. Ever since I came to this school my relationship with God has gotten stronger and it still does. I love my school!
I Love My Catholic School and Let Me Tell You Why...by Cruz Martinez 3rd Grade
I love Saint Joseph because we have great teachers.
FACTS TUITION MANAGEMENT REMINDERS
Please be aware that you are receiving emails from FACTS Tuition Management to alert you in advance that a tuition payment will be withdrawn from your account on the date you set. If you know that the money will not be available on that date, please call or email Ms. Corwin to let her know as soon as possible. With as much notice as possible, Ms. Corwin can adjust the payment date to avoid overdraft and service charges.
School Mass Schedule
*Mass Uniform is required for ALL STUDENTS - Mass begins at 8:15 am
- Tuesday, February 7th - Grades 6 - 8
- Wednesday, February 9th - Grades K - 5
- Friday, February 10th - ALL SCHOOL Mass
You Can Lend a Hand Fundraiser Update
The You Can Lend a Hand Fundraiser is off to a good start. Our first Weekly Drawing will be held tomorrow, Tuesday, February 7th. The winner will get 2 soccer balls and a $50 gift card to Dick's Sporting Goods. Coupons are $1 each and can be redeemed at area Burger King restaurants or you can get $2 off an admission to Science Central! You can also buy coupons online using a QR code, or just click the blue button below.
ABSENCES MUST BE REPORTED TO SCHOOL AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
Parents and students are expected to make every effort to attend school and arrive on time. Absences for illness or injury, medical or dental appointments, a funeral, or other special circumstances will be excused when a parent has called the school office. However, each semester, after five excused absences without a medical note the student will be considered unexcused moving forward. Please provide the office with a doctor’s note whenever possible.
Carefully review the school calendar when making plans for family vacations. Individual teachers will decide on the appropriate time allowed for students to make up work after an excused absence.
IT'S FLU SEASON
If your child has had a fever, please remember to keep them home until they have been fever free for 24 hours. Also, please call or text, (260) 498-0977, the school office to report your child's absence.
BE ON THE LOOKOUT FOR SCHOOL CLOSURES OR DELAYS ON TV AND CLASS DOJO!
Emergency Weather Delays/Closures....
If our school is delayed or closed, we will announce it specifically, St. Joseph Catholic Fort Wayne, we do not follow any other school system! Delays and closings are called based on the safety and conditions of SJCS. You may sign up for Text notification through WANE TV. CLASS DOJO is your 2nd resource for delays! Please be sure to keep your Dojo account active and on all the devices your family uses to stay informed.
Notes from the School Nurse
QUICK REMINDERS TO HELP KEEP YOUR HOUSEHOLD HEALTHY:
* Wash hands often with soap and water for 20 seconds
* Cover sneezes with your sleeve or a tissue
* Keep your children home if they are sick. A child with a fever of 100 degrees or above should stay at home. The school policy is that a child should be 24 hours fever free to return to school or have a note from the doctor.
*Don't share cups or eating utensils with people who are sick.
* Disinfect frequently touched surfaces such as door handles, banisters, and light switches.
SCHOOL HOT LUNCH MENU 1/17/23 THROUGH 2/3/23
2/6: Monday: Spaghetti, Salad, Vegetable, Garlic Bread, Fruit, Milk
2/7: Tuesday: Pepperoni Calzone, Marinara, Vegetable, Fruit, Cookie, Milk
2/8: Wednesday: Italian Sub, Chips, Fruit, Vegetable, Milk
2/9: Thursday: Chicken Nuggets, Mashed Potato, Corn, Fruit, Vegetable, Milk
2/10: Friday: Taco in a Bag, Lettuce, Cheese, Salsa, Fruit, Milk
Family Information
Girls and Boys Basketball Games and Practice SCHEDULE
Basketball Season is wrapping up this week for the Girls and next week for the Boys. See Team Reach for schedules. Thank you to Mr. Fisher, Mr. Tippmann, Mrs. Morton, and Ms. Wood. Your sacrifice and commitment to our school and students is deeply appreciated.
LOOKING AHEAD
WEDNESDAY - FEBRUARY 8TH - PROGRESS REPORTS SENT HOME
THURSDAY - FEBRUARY 9TH - 2 HOUR DELAY
FRIDAY - MARCH 10TH - 3RD QUARTER ENDS
Box Tops for School
- When you buy certain grocery products, our school gets paid! Simply, download the app to your phone, choose Saint Joseph Catholic School, Fort Wayne as your school and scan your grocery receipt. https://www.boxtops4education.com/s/get-the-app Click on the link below to see the number of products, then scan your receipt and school will get a check! Thank you in advance! If you order your groceries online, Box Tops has now added the option to forward your receipt to: receipts@boxtops4education.com for credit to St. Joseph.
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Prayer to St. Joseph
Happy and blessed are you, O Joseph, to whom it was given, not only to see and to hear what many kings desired to see and saw not; to hear and heard him not; but to clothe him and to guard and defend him. Pray for us, O blessed Joseph, that we may be worthy of the promises of Christ. Amen.