The Carpenter Parent Bulletin of St. Joseph School Mrs. Susan Belanger, Principal
Important Updates	Kudos	Coming Events

Thank you...
to all those who worked had at our Parent Workday to clean up and complete the "to do" list for our school, especially the Pettit family and Phillip Norton.

Please remember...
that on the 2nd Monday of each month, SJS will dismiss early for faculty meetings. The Kindergarten Village will be dismissed 1:15-1:35 p.m.; the elementary and middle schools will dismiss 1:45-2:05 p.m. After School Care will be available.
The dates are as follows:
August 18 - September 8 - October 20 - November 10 - December 8 -
January 12 - February 9 - March 9 - April 13 - May 11

JoAmy Wynn named SJS Outstanding Educator

What do you get when you cross a K4 teacher and a master high school mathematics teacher?You get Front Porch Singers and "Yankee Doodle Dandee," Algebra I Carnegie units in 8th grade, The Krewe of the Carpenter Mardi Gras Parade, hours of free after-school tutoring, and a loyal, valued friend of all and to all. In this person's class, each student's unique needs are addressed and met. Reaching the whole student is more than GLE's and learning styles; it is about touching souls. All of us have had good teachers, but how many of us have been blessed to have someone who is a master teacher and teaches NOT because it is a job, but a true passion? When you get JoAmy Wynn, you truly get the "whole package": the consummate educator, as well as sunshine and Mr. Sherman. JoAmy Wynn is a K4 and Algebra I teacher at St. Joseph School. She has a Master's Degree plus 30, been at SJS for six years, and has been in education for over 30 years. One of Mrs. Wynn's Frisky Frogs, Miles Herndon, says, "Her last name should be WIN!"

We are truly blessed to have JoAmy in Catholic Education!

Back to School Night will be held Monday, August 25th, 7-9 p.m., and will begin in the SJAC. Parents of students in 1st through 8th grade are invited to come visit with the teachers and learn more about what to expect this school year.

Calling all moms! 
You are invited to attend St. Joseph Schools "Muffins with Mom" on Wednesday, August 27th, from 7:30 - 9:00 a.m. in the St. Joseph Church Family Life Center.  Come visit with fellow SJS moms, have coffee, juice and muffins, and learn how you can get more involved at St. Joseph School and Church.  It is an open format, so feel free to drop in and leave at any time!  For more information, contact Lucy Medvec at 841-8202. Coming soon: Donuts with Dads!

Be on the lookout for opportunities to sign up for a shift at our Red River Revel booth, where we will sell pizzalettas!

St. Joseph Mothers' Day Out ready for the new year!
The first day is of MDO is Sept. 2nd for the Tuesday/Thursday program, and Wednesday, Sept. 3rd, for the Monday/Wednesday group. We are completely full already! More information about the first day  will be mailed to you. Open House for the parents & children enrolled in our MDO program is Thursday, Aug. 28th, at 10 a.m.  If you have any questions, please email Cheryl Raney, MDO Director.

SJS students to perform in "Cinderella"
This weekend, at the Marjorie Lyons Playhouse, two of our SJS students will shine in the Peter Pan Players' performance of "Cinderella." Moira Rosa Carpenter and Bethany San Pedro will grace the stage Thursday and Friday at 7 p.m., and at Saturday and Sunday matinee performances at 2 and 4:30 p.m. Break a leg, girls!

EDGE nights are Sunday nights, 4 -5:45 p.m., right before the 6 p.m. Mass (your Mass, the LIFETEEN Mass) Wed. August 20th: Summer Supper! Come for some food, fun and fellowship, here at St. Joseph FLC/MH, 5:30-7:30 p.m.; kickball from 6-7pm! Sat. August 23rd: 2 nd Annual EDGE pool party at Rock Solid, 2-4 p.m.. Permission slip required. EDGE photo will be taken! Wed. Aug 27th: Pizza Hut Night on Kings Hwy. Instead of cooking or going out to eat somewhere else, help support the EDGE fundraiser from 4-10 p.m. Bring flyer, family and friends! Julia Norton (865-3581 ) youth@stjosephchurch.net

St. Joseph plans annual Parish Picnic
You are invited to another exciting St. Joseph Parish Picnic at Rock Solid Athletic Club ( 311 Preston Ave.). The Parish Pastoral Council is putting together the final details to make this year’s picnic a “cool” way to top off the summer.

You may attend Mass under the big white tent (bigger than last year’s) at 10:30 am. Following Mass, a BBQ lunch will be served as well as many fun activities from Swimming to dunking your St. Joseph Parish Staff (Fr. Karl, Kevin Nolten, Phillip Norton, Brady Carpenter, and even a couple of SJS Teachers).

Parking is available on the Rock Solid site, but carpooling is encouraged. Parishioners are also encouraged to arrive 15 minutes before Mass to ensure a parking place and a seat under the “big top.” Chairs will be provided, but we are asking parishioners to bring their lawn chairs if they are able.

If you are planning to attend, we ask you to not bring any food. We will provide all the fixings! Please RSVP to 841-8213 if you are planning to attend, though. For more information, please contact Kevin Nolten at the church office (865-3581)

Please note that there will be no 9:30 am Mass at St. Joseph the weekend of the picnic (September 7).

St. Joseph Church to continue with Meals on Wheels
A new route of Meals on Wheels will begin in September. If you would be willing to volunteer one hour, twice a month to this worthwhile project, please contact Jane Snyder at 865-3581.

Meal Payment  is due monthly.
($52.50 for October due September 15th)
Please remember that per CNP regulations, lunches brought from home should include all necessary napkins, utensils, and condiments.

Smart Tuition

For those who pay their accounts on a monthly basis and have not received their August invoice, to avoid a late charge, please contact Cheryl Raney or call (865-3233). She can give you  your user name and password to pay the account online or by phone.

Asbestos Policy
Asbestos–containing building materials are located within St. Joseph Catholic School. In their present condition, they present no hazard to school occupants. An Asbestos Management Plan has been developed to prevent the asbestos from becoming a hazard, and you may find this document on file in the school office. The plan is available for inspection upon request and appointment.

St. Joseph Catholic School admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students of the school.  It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, or athletic and other school-administered programs.