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Tuesday, February 9, 2010 from 5-7:30 pm at the Imagine Nation Museum in Bristol.
Students in Grades 5-8 are completing the work on their individual projects and students in Grades K-4 are completing work on their Class Projects to display at the Science Fair. A panel of judges from the Bristol Community will judge the projects and determine the winning project from 7th and 8th grade at the Imagine Nation Museum. These students will represent SJS at the State Science Fair held at Quinnipiac University in March 2010.
Click Here to enter Ms. Pikiell's Document Folder for the 2010 Science Fair.
Stop In and See Our Science Projects!
2010 Science Showcase, Tuesday, February 9, 2010, 5:00 - 7:30 pm at the Imagine Nation Museum, 1 Pleasant Street, Bristol CT
St Joseph School families will be provided FREE admission to the Imagine Nation Museum for the Science Showcase. Plan to come and visit our youngest grades’ class displays, admire the older students’ individual projects and spend some time enjoying the Museum exhibits! The Imagine Nation Museum Soda Fountain will also be open with treats for sale. To get a sneak peak at all the Museum offers check out the website: http://www.imaginenation.org
Exhibits at the Museum include:
- ESPN Space Theater- Blu Ray video launch simulation experience
- ESPN Play Your Way Area
- Interactive areas that explore the science of sound, air, and motion, including the Sandsational Sand Pendulum, Gravity Well, and Glockenspiel!
Parking : Please note that limited parking is available behind the museum (entrance is from Upson Street) and there is also some on street parking available on Pleasant Street. The Board of Education parking lot is also available on Church Street.
Volunteers are still welcome. Contact Robin Chiasson (860-582-4076) or stop by the registration desk the night of the Science Showcase!
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SJS Sports Update, January 2010 |
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Athletics and Fitness
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Members of the JV Girls Team with 2nd Place Trophy in the St. Peter & Paul Holiday Tournament in Waterbury.
The St. Joseph Boys and Girls basketball teams are off to a strong start this year as they head into the second half of their seasons. As of January 12th the Varsity Girls team's record was 4-2 in the Waterbury Conference, 6-5 overall. JV Girls placed second in the 22nd Annual St. Peter & Paul Holiday Tournament earlier this month with Corinne J named to All Tournament Team. Varsity Girls also took part in the tournament with Maddy S named All Tourney MVP and to the Varsity All Tournament Team. The JV record stands at 6-1 in the Conference, 9-2 overall.
The boys continued their winning tradition as well; Varsity Boys are undefeated with a 9-0 record and the JV Boys' record is 4-3. Congratulations to both Varsity and JV Boys for winning over St. Matthews School Monday January 18th! The Varsity game was extremely competitive with St. Joe's Panthers winning by just 3 points!
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Last Updated on Wednesday, 20 January 2010 10:53 |
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Open House and Registration |
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St. Joseph School has a strong tradition of providing quality faith filled education to families from Bristol and surrounding communities. In a nurturing, safe, and structured Pre-K to 8th grade environment, students are provided with the academic, social and spiritual tools needed to succeed in a challenging world.
A variety of Open House programs are offered beginning each November. These programs offer families a chance to tour the classrooms, visit our state of the art science and computer labs, and speak with faculty, staff and current St. Joseph families. Members of the St. Joseph School community can also be found staffing an informational booth as part of the Bristol Chamber of Commerce Home Show each February.
2010 Open House Schedule:
Thursday, March 11, 2010 6 pm-8 pm
Registration materials for the academic year are available each February, with enrollment accepted on a rolling basis throughout the Spring and early Summer. Kindergarten and Pre-K 3 & 4 spaces fill quickly and annually there are a limited number of spaces available in our primary 1-8 grades. Our Middle School (Grades 6-8) accounts for approximately 1/3 of the school’s total enrollment, with these students providing valuable mentoring and leadership to the St. Joseph school community.
Families interested in learning more about St. Joseph School are welcome at any time during the year to contact the school for an individual appointment and tour. An interview with the Principal is strongly encouraged, especially for those students transferring from other schools. Additionally, transfer students in Grades 1-8 are offered the opportunity to spend a day in the classroom “shadowing” a current student. Once a student is registered detailed information about the variety of Orientation Programs is provided.
Please contact the school directly at 582-8696 for details of upcoming events. We look forward to sharing with you more about Faith Filled Excellence at St. Joseph School!
Plan to visit our booth at the Chamber of Commerce Home Show February 19-21, 2010.
St. Joseph School will hold an Open House for prospective new families on Sunday January 31, 2010 from 10 am to 1 pm in the school at 335 Center St., Bristol as part of Catholic Schools Month. Parents and students are invited to tour the school and see the Pre-K through 8th grade classrooms. Current students, parents and faculty will be available to answer questions.
St. Joseph School has offered students a faith-based curriculum, in a Pre-K 3 to 8th grade community, for over 100 years. The school offers full-day as well as morning options for both Pre-K 4 and Kindergarten. Aftercare options are available until 5 pm. In our vibrant Middle School (Grades 6-8) students strive for academic excellence, and build skills that allow for increased personal responsibility and social leadership. The school is fully accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges and financial assistance is available.
If unable to attend the Open House please contact the school at 582-8696 to schedule an appointment.
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Last Updated on Friday, 05 February 2010 11:34 |
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Student Council Collecting Donations for Haiti
Dear Parents of St. Joseph's School,
My name is Grace Gagnon, and I am Student Council President. Many of us have heard about the devastation in Haiti. When I heard about Haiti and their condition, my heart broke. I think since we are a Catholic school, we all need to put our hearts together to help Haiti. I have been busy organizing ways to help Haiti. Student council is going to be sending out flyers to each classroom saying what items are needed. We are also going to have an oversized piggy bank in the lobby. If you could please donate, I would appreciate it. I will also come up with others ways we can help Haiti as a whole. This project is called, Hope for Haiti. I would just also like to note that we are very lucky to be where we are. We are in a great country, state and school. When you look at the saddening pictures of Haiti, remember to count your blessings and to thank God for the wonderful life you live. Thank you, all donations are appreciated.
Sincerely,
Grace Gagnon
Student Council President
School Wide Items Needed for Haiti
- Disinfectants and antibacterial solutions (peroxide)
- Hand sanitizer
- Masks
- Sterile gloves
- Bandages
- Wrapslrolled bandages
- Gauze and dressings
- Antibiotic ointment (Neosporin)
- Diapers
- Toothbrush/toothpaste
- Adhesive bandages (Band-Aids)
- Personal Care items
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Last Updated on Thursday, 21 January 2010 19:18 |
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Athletics and Fitness
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The SJS Sports Booster Club supports all our sports teams. 100% of the proceeds are used to help pay for Referees, Trophies and the Sports Banquet, Gym Rentals, New Equipment and Uniforms, and Tournament Fees. Anyone can sign up as a member of the Sports Booster Club, including grandparents, alumni and past parents. Become a St. Joe’s Sports Booster Club Member TODAY and look for us at the Concession Stand at all home basketball games! Click Here for more information.
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Last Updated on Thursday, 10 December 2009 19:28 |
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Activity Points Tracking Form |
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The initial point letters are going out in November. You will only receive a letter if you have satisfied the 50 point requirement. If you are partially done or don’t have any points at all, you will get a letter in December. There will be two separate distribution dates.
So, if you have points, please get that information to me especially if you have them all. And, if you are just working on it steadily, please let me know as well.
There are many volunteer opportunities out there especially now….the SJS Auction is right around the corner, and I am sure the committee could use some help.
Just email me at
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or call 860-284-3030 if you have any questions.
Click Here to download the form.
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St. Joseph School Wins Archdiocesan Technology Award |
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St. Joseph School in Bristol is the second place recipient of the 2009 Archdiocese of Hartford Technology Award, sponsored by Connecticut Business Systems and presented at the Differentiated Instruction Institute in West Hartford on September 18, 2009. The Technology Awards recognize schools each year that have innovatively and effectively integrated technology to enhance student achievement and performance in any of the major content areas and/or have demonstrated the use of technology as an agent of pedagogical change. Schools may submit an unlimited number of lesson plans/projects in consideration for the annual award.
Joan Pikiell, science teacher at St. Joseph School, submitted the winning lesson plan entitled, “Weather” through which sixth graders learned about every element of weather development and forecasting. Vincenza Egidio of Connecticut Business Systems (CBS) presented the award to St. Joseph principal Mark Monnerat. Along with the award, the school will receive an interactive Smart Airliner courtesy of Connecticut Business Systems.
The winning lesson plan demonstrated alignment to technology integration standards and to content curriculum standards. It was student-centered, and detailed what students are expected to know as a result of the project, what skills they must successfully perform, and how their work will be assessed. Principal Mark Monnerat was thrilled by the acknowledgement of his teachers and by the prospect of receiving such a valuable instructional tool: “It’s wonderful to have the hard work of our faculty acknowledged in this way and we are all looking forward to utilizing this new Smart Airliner for our students’ benefit. It will be a terrific addition to the excellent education offered at St. Joseph School.”
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Last Updated on Friday, 30 October 2009 18:07 |
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Second Marking Period Honor Roll
First Honors
Grade 8-none
Grade-7- Madeline S
Grade 6 Nina C
Second Honors
Grade 8- Carolina A, Jack C., Grace G, Lilly M
Grade 7- Sophai B, Nicole P, Mica J, Caleigh L
Grade 6- Zachary F, Elizabeth F, Jonathan G, Kimberly H, Abigail P, Isabella R
Honorable Mention
Grade 8- Colin M, Ashley K
Grade 7- Philip A
Grade 6- Anna K, Brain R, Devon R, Corrine J, Rachel D, Ryan B, Lauren P, Zachary J, Isaac T.
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