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St. Joseph Catholic Church and School | 41 East 1st Street | Waconia, MN 55387| 952-442-4500 | stjosephwaconia.org
Back to School “Meat” and Greet
Inspiring Hearts and Minds Since 1860
FREE Hog Roast and Hot Dog Dinner.
Meet other School-Aged Families.
Value Book Community Fundraiser Kickoff.
Purchase your 160th Year Celebration
T-Shirt! ($10) - All Students receive a
t-shirt for free.
St. Joseph Education Center
Holy Day Mass to follow at 7:00 PM
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SJS Saints News
August 8, 2019
SJS SAINTS NEWS
Open House
First day of School
Toddler/PreK Health Info.
Kindergarten/New Family
7th Grade Immunizations
Fair Share
Saints Inc.
All Star Staff Additions
Be Social. Be Catholic
Lunch
Virtus
Pray Vent Laugh
Raising Saints
Nickle Dickle Day
Activities and Athletics
CALENDAR
Upcoming Dates
Our mission is to inspire and empower
all learners to become the person God intends by integrating Catholic
Virtue, Prayer and Service with 21st Century Learning.
BACK TO SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE
AUGUST 19, 5-7 PM -Toddler, PreK, Kindergarten
AUGUST 21, 5-7 PM - Returning Families
Meet your teacher
Drop off school supplies
Turn in any Health Forms and Emergency Contact Infor-
mation
Visit with local clubs
Volunteer Opportunities
Office Open and available - Lunch Account Payments,
Kwik Trip Cards, etc.
St. Joe’s Value Books Available
Pick up your Uniform Pullovers/Spirit Wear Orders
SCHOOL DAY START DETAILS
Grades K-4 school day is from 7:55 am - 2:35 pm.
Grades 5-8 school day is from 7:55 am - 2:45 pm.
Students can arrive at school no earlier than 7:30 am and wait
in the commons area. Once the bell rings at 7:45, they are dis-
missed to their lockers/classroom.
If you plan on dropping off before 7:30 am please sign up for
Saints Inc. before school care. Students who arrive early will
be sent to Saint Inc.
1ST DAY OF SCHOOL PreK, Gr. 1-8: Monday, August 26
Kindergarten: Wednesday, August 28
DROP OFF AND PICKUP PROCEDURES
Please view the screencast explaining our pickup and drop-off
procedures.
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SJS Saints News
SJS SAINTS NEWS
Open House
First day of School
Toddler/PreK Health Info.
Kindergarten/New Family
7th Grade Immunizations
Fair Share
Saints Inc.
All Star Staff Additions
Be Social. Be Catholic
Lunch
Virtus
Pray Vent Laugh
Raising Saints
Nickle Dickle Day
Activities and Athletics
CALENDAR
Upcoming Dates
Our mission is to inspire and empower
all learners to become the person God intends by integrating Catholic
Virtue, Prayer and Service with 21st Century Learning.
TODDLER/PRESCHOOL
HEALTHCARE FORMS
1. All Students: Student Info Form (online)
2. NEW Students: Student Health Form (submit
hard copies or fax/email to school. FAX #: 952-442-3719 -
attention LADC, [email protected].
3. Login to your ProCare account to complete new student
file online if you have not yet. You can also view
upcoming invoices.
Questions? Contact LADC at [email protected] or
KINDERGARTEN / NEW FAMILY HEALTH FORMS
1. Kindergarten/New Student Health History Form
2. Kindergarten Health Assessment
3. Current Immunizations
4. Medication Authorization Form (if needed)
Email: [email protected]
Fax: 952-442-3719, attention Vicki Sorenson.
7TH GRADE HEALTH IMMUNIZATION FORMS NEEDED
MN School Immunization Law requires students to have
documentation of certain immunizations before 7th grade.
Learn More Here and submit immunizations by
open house/1st day of school.
Email: [email protected].
Fax: 952-442-3719, attention Vicki Sorenson.
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SAINTS INC BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CHILDCARE
• Open every day 6:00 am and after school until 6:00 pm.
• Open most non-school days for full-day care.
• Incoming K - 6th grade students.
• No registration fee for SJ Students.
REGISTER/LEARN MORE!
Questions? Contact Katie Moore at
SJS Saints News
SJS SAINTS NEWS
Open House
First day of School
Toddler/PreK Health Info.
Kindergarten/New Family
7th Grade Immunizations
Fair Share
Saints Inc.
All Star Staff Additions
Be Social. Be Catholic
Lunch
Virtus
Pray Vent Laugh
Raising Saints
Nickle Dickle Day
Activities and Athletics
CALENDAR
Upcoming Dates
Our mission is to inspire and empower
all learners to become the person God intends by integrating Catholic
Virtue, Prayer and Service with 21st Century Learning.
FAIR SHARE - WHAT IS IT? Faire share is a GOOD THING that benefits everyone. Fair share
keeps the tuition rate affordable for all families, providing an oppor-
tunity to fundraise a piece of the expense of their child's education.
How can I earn my Fair share?
Many opportunities will be available throughout the school year.
• Value Books ($25/book and 100% back to Fair share)
AVAILABLE NOW!
• Kwik Trip Cards (5% back) (AVAILABLE ANYTIME)
• Rake-a-thon Pledge Donations (OCTOBER/NOVEMBER)
• Catholic United Raffle (Will be discontinued for the 2019-20
school year so as to move closer to a goal of less fundraising.)
What is it?
The Fair Share balance is $700/family. It is fundraised throughout the
school year. Each family is responsible for their Fair Share.
What if I don’t like fundraising?
That is ok! You can just pay the full amount or ANY amount remain-
ing, anytime, throughout the school year. We do however encour-
age all families to be involved in our fundraising activities.
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SJS Saints News
SJS SAINTS NEWS
Open House
First day of School
Toddler/PreK Health Info.
Kindergarten/New Family
7th Grade Immunizations
Fair Share
Saints Inc.
All Star Staff Additions
Be Social. Be Catholic
Lunch
Virtus
Pray Vent Laugh
Raising Saints
Nickle Dickle Day
Activities and Athletics
CALENDAR
Upcoming Dates
Our mission is to inspire and empower
all learners to become the person God intends by integrating Catholic
Virtue, Prayer and Service with 21st Century Learning.
WELCOME TO OUR ALL STAR TEAM!
Mrs. Tricia Battis
Lead Explorers (Toddler) Teacher
Tricia loves the rewarding experience of
working with bright eyed and curious young
learners! Every day provides a new
adventure with the little ones.
Read more about her...
Ms. Margaret Halloran
Explorers (Toddler) Teacher Aid
Margaret recently graduated from the
University of St. Thomas (St. Paul) with a
degree in Psychology. She has spent many of
her summers working with children. She
especially loves to learn and explore the
outdoors. Ms. Halloran has been a member of
St. Joseph Catholic Community since her
childhood. She is excited to join the team!
Mrs. Kristin Wiebusch
5th Grade Teacher
Mrs. Wiebusch recently graduated from the
University of Mary in Bismarck, ND. She spent
time as a Catholic missionary prior to
graduating with a 4.0 GPA and receiving a
Bachelor of Science in Elementary
Education. Mrs. Wiebusch states, “At the
heart of my teaching lies a deep devotion to
students as I recognize their unimaginable
potential.” Read more about her...
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SJS Saints News
SJS SAINTS NEWS
Open House
First day of School
Toddler/PreK Health Info.
Kindergarten/New Family
7th Grade Immunizations
Fair Share
Saints Inc.
All Star Staff Additions
Be Social. Be Catholic
Lunch
Virtus
Pray Vent Laugh
Raising Saints
Nickle Dickle Day
Activities and Athletics
CALENDAR
Upcoming Dates
Our mission is to inspire and empower
all learners to become the person God intends by integrating Catholic
Virtue, Prayer and Service with 21st Century Learning.
Be Social. Be Catholic - Social with Father Stan
August 22 | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Be our guest and bring a friend to socialize and hear Father Stan
share his vision for St Joseph Catholic Community expansion of ser-
vice work into the community to help those in need.
Waconia Brewing Company (WBC)
255 West Main Street Waconia www.waconiabrewing.com
Food Provided! | Drinks are on your own
All are Welcome!! Questions and RSVP contact Cheryl Salz at
SCHOOL LUNCH - NEW ALT. LUNCH MENU! Chef Asha is excited to announce a new Alternate Lunch Menu this
school year! Each day of the week will feature a sandwich option
for students. Stay tuned to our website for the new lunch menu!
ABOUT CHEF ASHA
Mrs. Asha Imdieke has many years of
experience managing in the restaurant industry
and she absolutely LOVES to cook. She is
originally from Trinidad and Tobago, a tiny
island in the Caribbean. During lunch time,
often you will hear students talking about how
good the food is. One of the students’ favorites
is italian dunkers and spaghetti with
homemade pasta sauce. Mrs. Asha Imdieke
always seems to add a secret ingredient to her
food that students and parents alike can never figure out….LOVE!
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SJS Saints News
SJS SAINTS NEWS
Open House
First day of School
Toddler/PreK Health Info.
Kindergarten/New Family
7th Grade Immunizations
Fair Share
Saints Inc.
All Star Staff Additions
Be Social. Be Catholic
Lunch
Virtus
Pray Vent Laugh
Raising Saints
Nickle Dickle Day
Activities and Athletics
CALENDAR
Upcoming Dates
Our mission is to inspire and empower
all learners to become the person God intends by integrating Catholic
Virtue, Prayer and Service with 21st Century Learning.
ON-SITE VIRTUS TRAINING DATES Thursday, September 5 | 6-9 PM | Media Center
Thursday, October 14 | 6-9 PM | Media Center
All employees as well as any volunteer who has either regular or
unsupervised interaction with youth or vulnerable adults are
required to complete the E3 before beginning any volunteer duties.
SJS strives for 100% of our school parents being certified.
www.virtus.org
Questions about Virtus? Contact our Safe Environment Coordinator,
Sarah Richards at [email protected]
PRAY VENT LAUGH SESSIONS &
RAISING SAINTS EVENTS Looking for a way to engage with other families
with young children and grow in your faith?
Join us at our monthly Pray Vent Laugh sessions
or a Raising Saints Event this school year! Open
to all Moms, Dad’s & Young Children.
Pray Vent Laugh - Two Tuesdays each month, 9:00-10:30 am in the
Parish Center (Parish Basement). Upcoming Sessions: Sept. 3 & 17.
Raising Saints Events
October - Saint Scavenger Hunt & Movie Night!
December - Ring in the New Year with us!
February - Saint Valentine Family Dance
Questions or you would like to learn more, contact Julie
Loscheider at [email protected].
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SJS Saints News
SJS SAINTS NEWS
Open House
First day of School
Toddler/PreK Health Info.
Kindergarten/New Family
7th Grade Immunizations
Fair Share
Saints Inc.
All Star Staff Additions
Be Social. Be Catholic
Lunch
Virtus
Pray Vent Laugh
Raising Saints
Nickle Dickle Day
Activities and Athletics
CALENDAR
Upcoming Dates
PARENTS
FALL SPORTS REGISTRATION OPEN
• Robotics (Register by August 17!)
• Basketball
• Volleyball (Registration now closed)
• Math League (Registration opening soon!)
REGISTER ONLINE
Starting the 2019/2020 School year athletics
and activities registrations will be online.
Questions?
Contact [email protected].
3 ON 3 TOURNEY AND
SLAM DUNK CONTEST
Join us for our 3 on 3 tourney and
Slam Dunk contest on Nickle Dickle
Day, Saturday, September 14, 2019!
The 3 on 3 Tourney is open to teams
from 4th grade through adult. Spon-
sor the Tourney and have your name
on the back of our 3 on 3 t-shirt at
Nickle Dickle.
REGISTER TODAY!
Contact: [email protected]
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CALENDAR
SJS SAINTS NEWS
Open House
First day of School
Toddler/PreK Health Info.
Kindergarten/New Family
7th Grade Immunizations
Fair Share
Saints Inc.
All Star Staff Additions
Be Social. Be Catholic
Lunch
Virtus
Pray Vent Laugh
Raising Saints
Nickle Dickle Day
Activities and Athletics
CALENDAR
Upcoming Dates
UPCOMING DATES
AUGUST 12-15 3D Printing Camp (Gr. 1-3) 12:30-2:00 PM
AUGUST 15 “Meat” and Greet Social 5 PM
Holy Day Mass - 7 PM
AUGUST 16 Last Day of Summer Saints
AUGUST 19 Toddler, Preschool, Kindergarten Back to
School Open House 5-7 PM
AUGUST 19-23 Teachers and Staff Return!
AUGUST 21 Grades 1-8 Back to School
Open House 5-7 PM
AUGUST 26
First day of School! Grades 1-8, Toddler and
Preschool
*Kindergarten students will complete screenings by
appointment Monday and Tuesday (8/26-8/27).
AUGUST 28 First day of School! Kindergarten*
AUGUST 30 No School - Teacher Workshop
SEPTEMBER 3 Middle School Parent/Curriculum Night
SEPTEMBER 10 Elementary School Parent/Curriculum Night
RIDING THE SCHOOL BUS THIS YEAR?
You will receive a letter from Koch Bus Service a
week before school starts with your bus route. Ele-
mentary teachers ride the buses with students the first week to
help them transfer buses at the public elementary schools for
the 1st week of school.
Invitation to
Do you desire to grow closer to Jesus
and find your true calling?
If so, we have an opportunity for you!!
Join our Living Your Strengths Group!
Instead of concentrating on your shortcomings, wouldn’t it be nice to learn how to make the best use of the things at which you excel? What are your God given strengths? Gallup (the poll people) has developed on online assessment tool that can tell you what your top five strengths are out of thirty-four strengths they have identified. Join other parishioners in a small group environment to learn how to recognize, develop, and harness your strengths to be the person God calls you to be. This seminar is open to all adult members of St. Joseph Catholic Community.
When: Thursdays September 12th, 19th, 26th and October 3rd, 2019
Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Where: Education Center Room 223
Cost for participation in the Living Your Strengths Seminar is $34.00. Participants will receive a copy of the Living Your Strengths book, guidebook, take an online talent assessment and work with others in a small group with a trained facilitator to maximize their talents and discover their individ-ual calling. Financial scholarships are available.
Seminar size is limited so reserve your space by 9/1/19 by registering at our website https://
stjosephwaconia.org/living-your-strength-registration/ or by contacting Cheryl Salz, Director of Parish Life, [email protected] or 952/442-3712.
For more information visit:
www.archspm.org/MissionaryDiscipleship
Or contact Susanna Parent at [email protected]
Missionary Discipleship Series
“A true missionary, who never ceases to be a disciple, knows that Jesus walks with him, speaks to him, breathes with him, works with him.”
–POPE FRANCIS
BE TRANSFORMED & TRANSFORM THE WORLD
THIS JOURNEY INCLUDES THREE 4-WEEK SESSIONS:
FALL: Hearing God’s Call to the Heart
WINTER: Understanding and Living the Call
SPRING: Being a Disciple in Family and Parish
LOCATION:
St. Joseph’s, WaconiaThursdays starting October 10
7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.Open to all ages
