St. Joseph's School Parent Letter

A Message from Principal Rickbeil 
I am very excited to be traveling to Duluth today with Mrs. Bruce and our 8th grade students.  Going to Duluth has been a long standing 8th grade class tradition here at St. Joe’s.  This trip gives our 8th graders the opportunity to explore the north shore and all of its beauty and history along with bonding and celebrating their many years together at St. Joseph’s School together.  I am grateful that I am able to be a part of this special day with our 8th graders.

We have several things happening here at school as we move to the final weeks of school.  The end of a school year is always filled with fun activities but it is also important to remind our students that we haven’t finished just yet.  We need to finish this school year strong!  Thank you for your help and support getting us to the last day of school.

Fitness Fun Day - Thursday, May 30
We will have our annual Fitness Fun Day on Thursday, May 30th.  This will be a spirit wear day for students and a picnic lunch will be served.  New and exciting this year is that we are bringing in Ninja Anywhere, a Ninja course for students of all ages and abilities to explore and challenge themselves on the course. 

I have included a link to the Ninja Anywhere website so you can watch an awesome highlight video of their activities. Please take a couple minutes to watch it and then scroll down to complete the waiver. A waiver is REQUIRED to participate. 

It is REQUIRED that ALL students complete a waiver to participate on the Ninja course.  You should fill out only 1 form per household.  If you have more than 1 student, please be sure to list everyone on 1 form.

CLICK BELOW TO LEARN ABOUT OUR NINJA EVENT

Step 1) Watch this YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jklh7qosg1U

Step 2) Complete a waiver for your child by selecting "adult and child": https://app.cleverwaiver.com/render/templateByRefId/5e535d234123a1000d3bc4e7?groupId=wecdp67L

Would you like to volunteer to help at Fitness Day?  We need you!  There are opportunities to help with lunch and or with the activities.  Please click here to sign up!

Last Day of School - May 31st
Our last day of school for the school year is Friday, May 31st.  School is dismissed for all students at 12:00pm.  School lunch will not be served on this day.  Please plan to pick up your child at 12:00pm in the back parking lot.  If your child previously was dismissed out the front due to preschool pick up, please plan to pick your child up out front.  There will be no district busing after school so parent transportation is required.  There will however be busing to school on that day.  The back parking lot will be very busy so please be extra careful.  Thank you!

Tuition Agreements for 2024-2025
As we are preparing for the next school year, most families returning for the next school year have a tuition agreement that is due.  Please take a moment to get that completed so that we are able to move forward with our planning for your child(ren) for the 2024-2025 school year.  We are grateful for the opportunity to partner with you to educate your child(ren).

Band Concert -Congratulations!
Congratulations to our band students and Mrs. Carlson on their concert Thursday evening.  Thank you to the many families that attended and support our band students.

Home & School Positions Open for 2024-2025
St. Joseph’s Home and School is looking for volunteers to fill open spots for 2024-2025 Home and School. The purpose of Home & School is to support faculty, staff, students and families utilizing three main functions: Volunteers, Fundraising, and Community Spirit. Volunteers are the heart and soul of this school and we are so very grateful for all of your help.  Open positions:  3rd grade rep, Middle School rep, Sunshine rep, Secretary & Vice President. 

Important Dates 2024-2025 School Year
Please click here to view the important dates for the 2024-2025 school year. 

Parish Upcoming Events!
PENTECOST SUNDAY CELEBRATION “Happy Birthday Church!” Sunday, May 19
Following the 11:00am Mass. All are invited to gather for a birthday celebration with a family picnic out on the front lawn of the school. Delicious food, lawn games, a big birthday cake and more! No reservations needed, but we encourage your donation ($5/ person and $20/family) to cover the cost of this event. Visit: churchofstjoseph.org/pentecost-party 

ALIVE NIGHT Tuesday, May 21 | 4:00-6:30pm Msgr. Foran Great Room
All 6th through 8th graders are invited. Parent volunteers needed. Contact Kyle Sellnow: kyle.sellnow@churchofstjoseph.org.

MEMORIAL DAY Monday, May 27  |  Mass at 9:00am This will be the only Mass this day. Parish Center, School and Faith Formation Offices will be closed.

NEVER FORGET MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT AND TRIBUTE with Luke Spehar
Monday, May 27  I  12:00PM – 2:00PM

Eagan Central Park bandshell and Tribute Plaza, at 1501 Central Parkway, just north of the Eagan Community Center. Event is free! Pack a picnic, bring some family and friends and help us to Never Forget! Playground and splash pad is nearby to make this a very family friendly event.

THE NATIONAL EUCHARISTIC PROCESSION will stop at Saint Joseph, and all are invited to join us Tuesday, May 28 | 1:00-2:00pm
Saint Joseph, along with other parishes in the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis are preparing for the procession of the Eucharist as part of the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage’s Marian Route. 

CORPUS CHRISTI PROCESSION
Sunday, June 2 following 11:00am Mass
All children who received their First Eucharist this year are invited to wear their special outfits and process.

HOSPITALITY SUNDAY
Sunday, June 2 following the Corpus Christi Procession
Watch for details. Please contact the Parish Center if you would like to help!

MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR OUR 2024 OKTOBERFEST!
Sunday, September 8  I  12:00 to 3:00pm
Food, music and fun for the whole family! This is our second annual Oktoberfest and we are already planning for a great event again this year. More information will be forthcoming.

Please click here to view The Church of St. Joseph Website or view the Church Bulletin by clicking here.

• Wednesday, May 22 - Mass 8:45am
• Monday, May 27 - No School Memorial Day
• Tuesday, May 28 - 8th Grade Graduation 6:30pm Church
• Thursday, May 30 - Fitness Fun Day - School Spirit Wear Day
• Friday, May 31 - Last Day of School - Dismissal at 12:00pm - No Busing