Eagle's Eye
October 7, 2021
Mission Statement
St. Joseph Catholic School fosters a diverse community of disciples empowered through a rigorous and inclusive Catholic education rooted in Gospel values and service to others.
mass reflections
Jesus said, "Whoever rejects me, rejects the one who sent me." The mass talked about how God can help us as long as we have faith in Him. The priest told his story as an accountant. God can only know our future, and we must rely and have strong faith in Him. - Noah
In church, we are told that we face many difficult decisions but we have to try and choose what's right. No matter what our decision is, we can trust in God to support us. By facing these tough choices, we learn important life lessons. - Molly
God gave us the gift of living on Earth, but during our lifetime, we are always going to face some difficulties. When we believe in Him and put our trust in Him, He will support us. Like Jesus instructed the people to do, we must listen to Him and whoever decides to reject Him, rejects the one who sent him. If we want to have eternal life with God, we need to make prudent decisions that follow Jesus' teachings. - Stella
thanksgiving food drive
Week of Oct. 4: Boxed Macaroni and Cheese
Week of Oct. 11: Soup
Week of Oct. 18: Canned Fruit
Week of Oct. 25: Canned Green Beans and Canned Corn
Week of Nov. 1: Spaghetti
Week of Nov. 8: Jars of Spaghetti Sauce (no glass please)
Week of Nov. 15: Rice (Bag or Box)
sjcs concert choir
Students in 3-8th grade have the opportunity of joining Concert Choir. The SJCS Concert Choir performs at various community events during the school year including Carols in the Park, the Christmas program and singing the national anthem at the Rays, Bucs and Tropics games. During rehearsals, students will be developing many vocal concepts such as correct posture, resonance and technique. We will be singing a range of repertoire and work on two and three part harmony. All students interested will need to audition (even if they were in Concert Choir previously).
Grades 3-5
Rehearsals: 3rd grade (only) on Mondays at 3:00-3:30pm beginning on Monday, Oct. 11
4th and 5th grade on Wednesdays at 3:00-3:30pm beginning on Wednesday, Oct. 13.
Middle School
Rehearsals: Thursdays from 7:15-7:45am beginning on Thursday, October 14th
Students do not need to have anything prepared in advance for the audition. Please e-mail Mrs. James at vjames@stjosephwhschool.org if you have any questions. Thank you!
school mass choir
Bricks for Kidz
Bricks 4 Kidz will be hosting its after school program every Monday beginning October 4th! This after school class is for kids in grades K-5 and is for both beginner and advanced LEGO® enthusiasts! We provide an exciting and engaging atmosphere for kids to build unique LEGO® robot creations, make friends, and participate in activities that are designed to trigger their lively imaginations while promoting cooperation and teamwork! Classes will run until 4:30pm every Monday immediately after school. Sign up online or email polkflorida@bricks4kidz.com today!
Picture Retake Day
poinsettias
Thank you for the potatoes
mid trimester
Also, please keep in mind that parents/guardians are strongly encouraged to monitor their child's grades throughout the trimester on Renweb. Scroll down within this newsletter for directions on how to access the portal.
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Call the school office if you have any questions.
Mrs Rayburn
Read A Thon Prize Day
- After all expenses, $43,000 was cleared for this fundraiser. That is amazing! Thank you!
- Top money earning students: Skyler B grade 7 earned $100 Amazon Giftcard; Santi A grade 2 earned a $75 Amazon Giftcard; Miko in kindergarten earned a $50 Amazon Giftcard.
- The top earning classes had a movie and popcorn party: 1st Place Class- 2A - $4825; 2nd Place Class- 7B- $4815; 3rd Place Class PK3A - $4145
- The 3 classes with the highest participation also earned a movie and popcorn party: 1st KB 83%; 2nd is PK3 78%; Tied for 3rd place with 73% participation 5A and 3A
- All students who raised $100 or more earned a raffle ticket for each $100 raised. We held a raffle and the following students won prizes: Skyler won a Smart TV; Alex won a basket of items including a Roku; Ne'Hani won an outdoor movie projector and screen; Joshua won a movie camera; Santi won a movie style popcorn maker.
Fall fest
5K
Beef O'Brady's spirit night
Cains
school tool box kits
- 149 School Supply Kits were purchased from our community.
- Our school earned $1,102.89 which will go to our PTO account.
- 493 meals were provided for needy kids through Feed My Starving Children
Thank you for supporting this fundraiser for our PTO. We hope it made preparing to return to school easier. PTO intends to offer the same opportunity for our parents next summer/fall.
pediatric cancer donation
The St. Baldrick's Foundation is a volunteer and donor powered charity committed to funding the most promising research to find cures for childhood cancers and give survivors long and healthy lives.
Mass with the Bishop
dress down day
science lab tables for sale
checking grades
Fingerprints
St. Joseph Prayer
St. Joseph Catholic School
Principal: Mrs. Haas
Assistant Principal: Mr. Reilly
Assistant Principal: Mrs. Insua
Canonical Administrator: Fr. Tim LaBo
Superintendent: Mr. Fortier
Email: thaas@stjosephwhschool.org
Website: stjosephwhschool.org
Location: 535 Avenue M Northwest, Winter Haven, FL, USA
Phone: 863-293-3311