March N&N 2024

Saint Joseph’s School Prayer

Glorious Saint Joseph, spouse of the Immaculate Virgin and Foster-Father of Jesus Christ; obtain for me and all the members of my family, a pure, humble, and charitable mind, and perfect resignation to the Divine Will. Be my guide and model throughout life that I may merit to die as you did in the arms of Jesus and Mary. Help us, Saint Joseph, in our earthly strife, to fulfill our responsibilities and ever to lead a pure and sinless life. Amen.

From the Head of School

Spring (almost) Greetings from Saint Joseph’s Catholic School!

With the re-emergence of flowers, warmer weather, and longer days, the admissions season kicks into full gear as we decide who will be enrolled for the upcoming school year. Saint Joseph’s is a unique school community that challenges and accompanies students as they hopefully become the best versions of themselves academically, artistically, athletically, and personally. No one knows better than our parents what is expected of a Saint Joseph’s student and who would be a good fit for our school. It is with that in mind that I ask you to spread the word among family and friends with children you think would benefit from a Saint Joseph’s education. I’d also like to remind you that the school offers a $500 tuition rebate for any new student who enrolls in the school based on your recommendation. While space is limited in several grades, we do have some openings, particularly in the rising 6th-grade class. When you bring a family to Saint Joseph’s, you help shape the character of a class and the school in general for years to come.

When telling your friends about Saint Joseph’s, please remind them that Saint Joseph’s offers a robust flexible tuition program that can make it possible for just about any family, willing to sacrifice, to provide the best education for their children. The Bishop reminded a small group of high school presidents, campus ministers, and chaplains gathered with him in Columbia for an all-day meeting that our Catholic schools in the diocese should be accessible to people from all socioeconomic backgrounds, stating that the word Catholic means universal, something Saint Joseph’s Founding Board Chair, Margaret Ann Moon, liked to remind me of often.

With this in mind, I hope that you’ll consider attending this year’s Gala which is taking place on Friday, April 26. The Gala Committee, led by co-chairs Katie Saad and Sheay Noel, is planning a fun and classy Mardi Gras-themed event. The funds raised at the Gala help make the school’s Flexible Tuition program a reality. Your generous support of the Gala is truly life-changing for the students who are given the opportunity to learn from our teachers, attend school retreats and campus ministry

meetings, and receive instruction and in many cases life-long guidance from our coaches.

Finally, I want to send shout-outs to several groups of SJCS students, beginning with the fourteen students who participated in the Palmetto Dramatic Association/SC Thespian State Festival a couple of weekends ago. As always, our students represented our school extremely well, making the case that we have one of the best theatre programs in the state. I also want to congratulate the 17 students who were recently recognized by the College Board for their outstanding academic achievements. Three of these students, Adam Balts, Christopher Suarez, and Asher Wynn, were named National Merit Finalists, placing them with the top students in the state. And, while the outcome of the season remains in the balance at the time of this writing, I want to call your attention to the outstanding season that the girls’ varsity basketball team had this year. I’ve seen them play several times this year, and they play a team brand of basketball with great intensity that is a lot of fun to watch. Hopefully, they’ll have the opportunity to compete for our first SCHSL state title. They are certainly good enough to be there. You can read more about all three groups and their accomplishments on the school’s website and social media accounts.

In closing, please join us in praying for the following members of the SJCS family: for Rosey Carpenter on the passing of her grandmother.

With Love and Prayers,

Keith F. Kiser Head of School

Things You Need To Know

NO SCHOOL: February 29 & March 1

There will be no school on Thursday, February 29, and Friday, March 1, due to faculty and staff professional development. The school and school office will be closed.

First Round Admissions Notifications, March 1

If your child applied for admission to SJCS for Fall 2024, and he/she tested and completed the admissions process in January or February, the first round of notifications will be announced around March 1.

Access to Blackbaud Gradebooks Closes, March 7

The third quarter ends on Thursday, March 7. Parent and student access to gradebooks will close at 4:00 PM for faculty to update report card grades for the marking period. Access to gradebooks will resume once report cards are issued.

Next Men’s Lenten Lunch Meeting, March 8

• The men who have been attending the monthly Well-Fed Dad Morning Prayer Breakfasts have asked for additional fellowship opportunities Additionally, some men who can’t make the morning meetings have asked for opportunities to get together at other times during the day. In response to both, we are inviting all SJCS dads to join us for a Men’s Lenten Lunch meeting on Fridays during Lent We meet at the school from Noon to 1:00 PM on Fridays during Lent when school is in session to watch and discuss a 10-12 minute video segment from a popular men’s series produced by the Knights of Columbus, called Into the Breach Each episode focuses on a different topic (faith, friendship, fatherhood, marriage, etc) relevant to the lives of men.

• The next Men’s Lenten Lunch is Friday, March 8. We’ll have non-meat pizza available to grab for lunch when you arrive at Noon. We’ll start the video around 12:15 PM, and it will be followed by a discussion and closing prayer. We’ll have you on your way by 1:00 PM. For those planning to come, please enter the school through the front office and we’ll direct you to the meeting. I hope you’ll consider joining us. Please RSVP HERE so we know how many pizzas to buy.

Annual Fish Fry & Stations of the Cross, March 8

Our Annual Lenten Fish Fry will be held on Friday, March 8 from 5:00-7:00 PM in the middle school parking lot. Park in the high school parking lot or baseball field parking lot. This is a wonderful evening with great music by “Fried Okra,” great food, and great company. All fish dinners must be pre-ordered HERE by March 1. We hope to see you there! Please join us for Stations of the Cross at 7:00 PM in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel following the Fish Fry.

Last Scheduled Admissions Test, March 9

The last scheduled admissions testing date for new students (in all grades) for Fall 2024 admission is Saturday, March 9. Applicants sign up for testing after they complete the online application found HERE .

Margaret Ann Moon Scholarship Deadline to Test, March 9

The final testing date for rising sixth grade applicants to test for this scholarship is Saturday, March 9. All rising 6th grade students who currently do not attend (nor have siblings attending) Upstate Catholic schools (including SJCS) are encouraged to apply. SJCS will award up to 5 middle school (half-paid tuition) scholarships to rising sixth graders based on a combination of academic merit and need. There is no fee to apply for this scholarship, and it is renewable each of the remaining two years of middle school if academic conditions are met while enrolled at SJCS. Applicants sign up for testing when they complete the online Margaret Ann Moon Scholarship Application found HERE.

Diocesan Youth Conference, March 9 & 10

The Diocese of South Carolina’s Youth Evangelization Team will be hosting a conference for high school students across the state, and St. Joe’s will be organizing a group to attend. The conference will be held at the Columbia Convention Center March 9-10. Registration information has been sent out to families and was due by January 26. Questions? Contact Catherine Showghi

Next Well-Read Mom Meeting, March 12

Well-Read Mom is a program that accompanies women in the reading of great books and spiritual classics to encourage personal growth, friendship, and meaningful conversations in order to explore the human condition and reorient ourselves to what is good, beautiful, and true. We meet on the second Tuesday of each month from 6:30-8:00 PM at Saint Joseph’s. Our next meeting is Tuesday, March 12. For more information, contact Donna Frank There is also a group that meets the second Tuesday of each month in the morning. If morning is better for you, contact Kristen Armaly who hosts the meeting at her home.

Third Quarter Report Cards Available, March 14

Third Quarter (Q3) report cards will be accessible in Blackbaud after 4:00 PM on Thursday, March 14. An email will be sent from the Registrar’s Office to parents and students when report cards are finalized.

Spring Break, March 15 & March 18

Spring Break will be Friday, March 15 and Monday, March 18. Classes will resume on Tuesday, March 19. The school and school office will be closed.

Schedule the week of March 19 - March 22

Tuesday, March 19 will be our Spring Team Day which will begin with Mass at 8:00 AM and dismissal will be at Noon. Wednesday, March 20 and Thursday, March 21 will both be a Monday, Tuesday, Friday bell schedule with classes starting at 8:00 AM and dismissal at 3:00 PM.

SJCS Spring Musical, The Music Man, March 21-24

Be sure to mark your calendars for the spring musical production of The Music Man! Traveling con-man, Harold Hill, stirs up trouble in River City, Iowa when he pretends to be a Band Leader who has come to town to establish a boys’ band. Little does he know that his plans will be halted when his path crosses an “Iowa stubborn” librarian, Marian Paroo. You'll be sure to love this classic, charming American musical! Performances will be March 21-24 and tickets will be available to purchase HERE in early March.

Next Well-Fed Dad’s Meeting, March 26

The next Well-Fed Dad Men's Prayer Breakfast is Tuesday, March 26 at 6:45 AM. Bob Castello, SJCS Communications Manager, will be the speaker. As always, there will be time for fellowship and discussion, and we'll share prayer concerns and have Morning Prayer together before heading off to work at 7:45 AM. Sully's Steamers and coffee will be served for breakfast. Please RSVP HERE so we know how many sandwiches to have on hand. Please park in the admin lot and enter the building through the main entrance.

Calendar Clarification, March 27 & March 28

The daily bell schedule for March 27 and March 28 has been switched. This means that students are dismissed at 3:00 PM on Wednesday, March 27 (and it will be a Thursday bell schedule) and at 1:15 PM on Thursday, March 28 (and it will be a Wednesday bell schedule). Friday, March 29 is the official start of our Easter Break.

Easter Break, March 29 - April 7

Easter Break will begin on Friday, March 29. Classes will resume on Monday, April 8. The school and school office will be closed.

Summer Courses for Credit Update

The summer Economics class is full, including the waiting list. The Government class is almost full, and we will take several names for that waiting list. However, there is still availability in the summer PE class This course is recommended particularly for students who will not be earning PE credits through SJCS Varsity or JV athletics. Any rising ninth through twelfth grade student may take this PE class to earn one-half credit toward the one full PE credit required for graduation. Classes will be held M-F, June 3-18 and you can register HERE .

Upcoming Opportunities for Travel

Ready for an adventure of a lifetime? Consider one of the following trips, and be immersed in global learning opportunities that will boost independence and fuel curiosity:

France & Spain

Summer 2024

May 26-June 5, 2024

Greece

Spring Break 2025

London

Spring Break 2025

Explore Paris and Madrid with the Atlantic coast and Basque region in between! Highlights include a hotel in Paris just steps from the Arc de Triomphe, Versailles, a pilgrimage to Lourdes, San Sebastián, the Camino city of Bourgos, and final nights in the heart of Madrid. Hurry, registration is closing soon! View the itinerary and payment plans HERE. Questions? Contact Maria Russell or Jeanne McCoy.

Visit Athens and cruise around the Greek islands (including Ephesus and the island of Patmos/the cave of the Apocalypse) and experience modern Greek culture and cuisine. All the details (including the itinerary, cost, payment plans, insurance options, and travel dates) can be found HERE. Questions? Email Elaine Trakas.

This trip will include guided walking and sight-seeing tours of London highlights, along with a visit to the Tower of London, Windsor Castle, and visits to Stonehenge, Bath, and Stratford-upon-Avon. The trip also includes a backstage tour of the National Theater, a workshop and performance at the Globe, and a West End production. Trip details (including the itinerary, cost, payment plans, etc.) can be found HERE The exact dates will be posted at the end of this school year. Dates listed on the itinerary are used to begin the trip planning. This trip is open to current 8th grade through 11th grade SJCS students; parents are also welcome to sign up. There is an additional fee for adult participants. Interested students and parents can register HERE. Refer to links above for scholarship discount. Questions? Contact Teresa McGrath or Christina Harvey.

South Africa

Summer 2025

Interested in going on safari or reaching the Cape of Good Hope, cooking an authentic South African meal, or staying in a Zulu village? Come to South Africa in the summer of 2025. View the itinerary and set up payment plans HERE . Questions? Contact Meby Carr or Leigh Berman.

From the Middle School Director

“God is love. When we forget God, we lose hope and become unable to love others. That is why it is so necessary to testify to God’s presence so that others can experience it. Love is the only thing that can fill hearts and bring people together.”

Pope Benedict XVI

I could retire early if I had a dollar for every time I heard someone say how hard it is to go through middle school. And it is no surprise that these years present a variety of challenges. This period of growth and maturation is saddled with significant development - puberty, body image awareness, new friends, higher academic expectations, and the influence of cell phones, social media and YouTubers. However, as I often say, “It doesn’t have to be this way.”

We are fortunate to live and study within a community that has higher desires and expectations for its students. I have made this choice, and so have you as parents. If we don’t want middle school to be a time in life that is painfully endured and ill-regarded, we must actively and intentionally work to create an environment that is other-focused … love-focused. At Saint Joseph’s, we work really hard to make that a priority. While we may be imperfect in its delivery at times, we are solidly committed to the pursuit of this ideal day in and day out.

Mr. Patrick Martin, our Middle School Dean of Students, and Jacob Kiser, our Middle School Student Life Associate, have numerous conversations with students on a daily basis about behaviors and expectations. Sometimes, their conversations are in response to a stimulus - like a potential discipline concern that needs to be investigated; and other times, their words are preemptive, cautionary and encouraging all at the same time. Always, our desire is for love to take root - genuine, courageous, gospel-inspired love. We work against many forces that suggest to our young people that they alone are enough, that their desires, goals and ambitions should benefit only them, and that life is meant to be lived for their pleasure and avoidance of their pain - no matter the cost. Those are not values that support a culture of life and love.

There is hope amidst the anxiety and fear of raising children today. It comes to us from our faith, the gospel message, the words of Jesus who said that the greatest commandments are to love Him with all our heart, and to love others as ourselves. As your children continue to grow in maturity, wisdom and faith, there are some practical actions that will strengthen your child’s growth in holiness. Ask them how they are choosing to show love to their friend or classmates on any given day, review their text messages and group chats, monitor their Netflix viewing, or look up lyrics to songs on their playlist. These brief windows into their world provide lots of information about what and who is shaping their growth. And if what you observe is taking place in our school community, make us aware. We are allies with you on this journey. We want to be a support, a source of encouragement and a safe haven within which to talk about the things that concern you the most. We aren’t meant to go this alone.

Please continue to pray for our students, our families, our teachers and all of the people in our Saint Joseph’s community.

From the High School Director

I’ve been reading a lot lately about different varieties of Catholic spirituality, and more particularly about Ignatian discernment. Ignatius of Loyola was a soldier in 16th century Europe. In 1521 he was gravely wounded by a cannonball and never quite recovered full use of his right leg. Ignatius realized that he did not feel a spiritual peace about returning to his former life. The religious life, on the other hand, both excited and calmed him at the same time. He was inspired to devote himself to God and spent the rest of his life in service to the Church. Today, of course, we know him as the primary founder of the Jesuit order.

His sense of discernment is different from what we sometimes find in other sources. Ignatius’ approach was to find God in all things, and therefore discernment was largely a matter of identifying and cooperating with what God was already doing in the lives of his people. I’m certainly no expert in spiritual direction, but I do have my share

of conversations with students about what excites them, what makes them nervous, and, increasingly, about what gives them a sense of peace. In my experience, our students are often so busy with various activities that questions about a peaceful spirit simply don’t resonate with them.

That’s something I want to add to my repertoire of questions I ask students when I talk with them one-on-one or in small groups. What gives them peace? Or, put another way, what robs them of peace? Some people think of peace as the absence of any tension or chaos, but the gospel teaches us that peace can exist not in the absence of a storm but rather right in the center of it. Confidence that that kind of peace can exist is one of the legacies I want our students to take with them when they leave Saint Joseph’s, and it’s something I’m sure many of us would like to experience while they’re here, too.

Be assured of my prayers for you and your families for a peaceful Lenten season.

From the Academic Support Services & College Counseling Office

High School Course Requests

During the month of March, counselors will continue meeting with students in grades 8-11 to review courses requested for next year and submit Course Appeal Requests for Honors or AP classes Requests should be given careful consideration at this time since the master schedule is contingent upon total requests submitted. Once the master schedule is set, course changes will be limited

Eighth Grade & Freshman Course Selection Meetings

Individual meetings with all Freshmen are currently underway. These mandatory meetings with Mrs. Charlton started on February 5 and will conclude on March 29. Course planning meetings for current 8th graders are optional unless the student plans to appeal a class. Questions? Contact Greshan Charlton

Sophomore Course Selection Meetings

Course scheduling conferences with the College Counseling Office are required for current sophomores and are currently underway. It is recommended that the student and one parent attend the meeting, but students can attend the meeting without a parent present. However, please remember that a parent must be present or available via phone if any of your course requests require an Appeal Form. Please see the Course Catalog HERE for a list of all courses, including their prerequisites.

Senior College Acceptances/Scholarships

Please continue to share your good news and advise the College Counseling Office of college acceptances and scholarship awards. With over 95% of the senior class reporting acceptances so far, they’ve been offered over $6 million in scholarships.

Financial Aid Reminder for Seniors

Please make sure that you have completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and (if applicable) the CSS Profile. Both of these forms are now available and many colleges have deadlines approaching. The federal government, along with the colleges to which you applied, requires you to fill out the FAFSA form to receive federal aid and financial aid packages.

SAT & ACT Testing

Although many colleges are announcing that they will be test optional for next year, juniors are still encouraged to register to take both the ACT and SAT at least once before the end of their junior year. Click HERE for SAT test dates and HERE for ACT test dates.

Junior Individual College Planning Meetings

Juniors, don’t forget to schedule your individual family college planning meeting with your college counselor. All juniors should meet with their college counselor at least once before the end of March.

Junior College Match Program

In March, the College Match program will begin with the junior students. It is important that the students know their Scoir login information and that they complete the questionnaires that are emailed to them before each session.

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 the Front Office with the date(s) you will be attending the college visit. Juniors and second semester sophomores get two college visit days and seniors are permitted four college visit days per year. Please remember to bring back the proper documentation to the Front Office (College Visit Record Form with required signatures and official documentation see form for details).

From the Athletic Department

• Did you know that without volunteers like YOU it would be impossible to effectively run all of the sporting Events in which our students at St Joe’s compete? Talk to a Booster Club member at the next sporting event to find out how YOU can help support ALL of our Knights by joining the Booster Club and volunteering!

• Check out and support all of the other Middle School, JV, and Varsity sports as the Spring Sports Season begins on the Athletics Calendar HERE!

• Do you have a student athlete who plays any sport at Saint Joseph’s? Are you grateful for the amazing coaches and growth opportunities that SJCS athletics provides your child? Or are you simply just proud to be a Knight and love our school? If you answered yes to any of those questions, then please make sure you join the Knights Athletic Booster Club (HERE ) today! Your membership fees are critical to providing the financial support ALL of our athletic teams need to enhance program excellence.

• Click HERE to join or get more information on the various membership levels and benefits. You will receive one, two, four, or six key tags, depending on membership level, for free admission to all non-playoff home games and you can present your key tag at any Sully’s Steamers for a free promotional item A huge "thank you" to those who have already joined! Please note that once a membership form is received, it can take a week or so to process. You will receive an email when your key tags are available for pick up. Thank you for your patience.

• Interested in advertising your business or just showing your family’s support for Saint Joseph’s athletics? We have updated our banner program to create enhanced visibility at our sports venues and more flexible options for where you would like your logo displayed. Click HERE for more information on athletic sponsorships.

From the Business Office

Tuition Credit Program

Thank you to many of our school families for employing our Student Recruitment Tuition Credit Program this past school year. The Student Recruitment Tuition Credit Program is designed to reward current Saint Joseph’s families for actively recruiting new families to Saint Joseph’s. When a new family applies for admission, they have the opportunity to name the Saint 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.

Reenrollment for the 2024-2025 School Year

The deadline to reenroll for the 2024-2025 school year has passed. If you missed the enrollment window and would like to reenroll your student, please contact Jenny Starks in Admissions to see if any spots remain in your student’s grade level.

Tuition Assistance

The deadline for current families to apply for tuition assistance has passed. If your family missed the deadline and would still like to apply, the Tuition Assistance application is still available through Blackbaud Financial Aid. Any returning student assistance applications received after the deadline will be considered after new family aid has been finalized. All new families must submit their application by April 1. Failure to apply before the deadline may result in families not receiving funds.

Senior Tuition Accounts

In order to participate in Baccalaureate Mass and Graduation, all senior tuition and fees, excluding the June draft, must be paid in full by May 17. Please contact Ann Gushue if you have questions regarding your senior’s account, or if you need to set up a payment plan for past-due accounts.

From the Development Office

Annual Auction Gala Update

• Mark your calendars for the 2024 Annual Auction Gala “Mardi Gras Knights Ball” on Friday, April 26. 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 Katie Saad (Gala Chair), Sheay Noel (Gala Co-Chair), or Katie Orbon in the Development Office.

The Gala Committee Needs Your Help. We are in Need of…

• Bottles of wine for the wine pull

• Baskets that can be used for the Silent Auction

• Vacation homes or timeshares to be auctioned off

• Theatre tickets

• Contact Katie Saad (Gala Chair), Sheay Noel (Gala Co-Chair), or Katie Orbon in the Development Office if you have any questions.

Gala Sponships Are Now Available!

For more information look HERE, or contact Kevin Meyer in the Development Office

Middle School Baskets & High School Experiences for the Gala Due by March 8

Middle School HH basket items are due in the Development Office by March 8 If you signed up to donate an item for one of the High School Experiences for the Gala, please bring it to the Development Office by March 8.

Annual Fund

Our goal this fiscal year (July 2023 – June 2024) is to engage the financial support of 100% of our school families, faculty, and staff in giving to the Annual Fund. We will track participation numbers by grade level throughout the year. Currently the 6th grade is leading the way with a participation level of 44%!

Helping families afford a Saint Joseph’s education is a foundational principle to our identity as a Catholic school. The Annual Fund fulfills this responsibility by providing approximately 5% of the school’s overall budget 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. Please contact Kevin Meyer with any questions or make an online donation!

You Belong Campaign

Saint Joseph’s started the You Belong Campaign in the Spring with a goal of $6 million to build the Saint Joseph’s Way Center. This building will contain a large multipurpose room (seating 175-200), four new Theology classrooms and offices for Campus Ministry, Student Support Services, and College Counseling. To date, we have raised 90% of the goal, and we need your help to reach the finish line! We plan to break ground on the new building this summer and open it in the Fall of 2025. If you’d like more information on the campaign and the plans, please refer to our campaign webpage. Please contact Kevin Meyer with any questions or if you’d like information on how to make a pledge to the campaign.

From the Fine Arts Department

Volunteers Needed

Please contact Teresa McGrath for more information on how to volunteer for either of the opportunities below:

• Any parents or students willing to donate their time and talents to the Fine Arts Department through their sewing skills

• Any parents willing to assist in the Scene Shop during after-school and Saturday crew sessions

Theatre Summer Camps

• June 3-6: HS Improvisation (Rising 8th-12th Graders) from 3:00-5:00 PM

• June 3-7: Rising Stars (Rising 3rd-8th Graders) from 9:00 AM-1:00 PM

Click HERE for additional details and registration.

In case you missed it… Jubilate Knight for the Arts

In case you missed this year's Jubilate Knight event, you can view it on the SJCS Fine Arts YouTube Page HERE

Mark Your Calendar for these Upcoming Fine Arts Events

• May 7: Spring Band Concert

• May 8: Spring Choral Concert

• May 9: Spring Strings Concert

• May 16: Improvisation Knight

NOTE: Additional details will be included later this spring.

Looking for the perfect gift to honor your upcoming Graduate?

Our beautiful stained glass Red Door ornament is a wonderful token to commemorate your student’s years at SJCS, and they make great gifts. Order yours today, HERE.

Advertise Your Business in our Fine Arts Programs

Advertise your business in our Fine Arts printed programs for 2024-2025 and get the upcoming Spring Concerts for FREE! Want to reach a larger audience? The Jubilate Arts Guild Sponsorship program is a great value. We are offering our corporate sponsors a chance for promotion with advertising in the printed programs of our six main Fine Arts events over the course of the school year. The size of the ad depends on the level of sponsorship. In addition to an ad in our programs, our sponsors will get further promotion through social media, the Fine Arts’ website, and special signage in the lobby of our events. Click HERE for more information on sponsorship levels and benefits. If you become a 2024-2025 Fine Arts Sponsor before April 15, we will include your ad in THIS YEAR’S Spring Concerts printed program. Questions? Contact Christine Balts.

Jubilate Arts Guild Board Openings for 2024-25

Have you been wondering what the Jubilate Arts Guild is? Have you been wondering how you can get involved in an organization that impacts all the students here at SJCS? JAG is the place for you We are the Fine Arts booster club and we have a position for you, no matter how much or how little time you have to invest. We meet once a month, before school for those with busy work schedules. All middle school students partake of the fine arts programs and the majority of our high school students participate in band, strings, chorus, dance, theater, and/or visual arts. If you would like to join a fun group of parents who support the Fine Arts here at SJCS, JAG is where you need to be. Contact Cindy Davis for more information.

Jubilate Knight Talent Competition and Fundraiser Success!

What a spectacular evening! Thanks so much to everyone who helped put together this amazing event. It was such a treat to watch the extraordinary talents of our SJCS community. The variety of talent demonstrated by the students, parents, faculty, and staff was OFF THE CHARTS. Congratulations to all our winners! Click HERE for a list of all the performers and artists who participated, and the winners. The funds raised will go toward much needed equipment to support theatre, visual arts, band, chorus, dance, and orchestra. It's not too late to make a donation through the GiveSmart website HERE

From the Parents Guild

• A very special thank you to all of those who contributed to the Catholic Schools Week Staff Appreciation Luncheon. The gift cards and Henry's BBQ luncheon were very much appreciated.

• The March “Spirit Knight" will be on Tuesday, March 19 from 5:00-8:00 PM at Moe’s on Augusta Road (this location only) SJCS will receive 10 percent of all sales during the 5:00-8:00 PM window. Please plan to support the Parents Guild and join us for dinner!

• Serving on the Parents Guild is such a wonderful way to get connected to our school. There are so many ways to serve and get involved. If you are interested in volunteering next year, please contact Jenna Howard