St. Joseph's School Parent Letter
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A Message from Principal Rickbeil
In this week’s video, Mr. Rickbeil talks about the painful loss by our Minnesota Vikings to the Detroit Lions last Sunday night, and talks about the importance of healthy risk-taking in school and in life. Have a wonderful weekend!
Preschool and Kindergarten Information Night: Thursday, January 16 at 6 PM
If you know anyone that is interested in attending Saint Joseph's School for preschool or kindergarten, we would love to have you spread the word about our school! Our next preschool and kindergarten information night takes place next Thursday, January 16 from 6:00-7:00 PM, and will include a presentation from Mr. Rickbeil and an opportunity to tour the kindergarten and preschool. Feel free to bring your children, as they will have the chance to see the classrooms and play. The event will start in the library at 6 PM. Families should park in the back packing lot and enter in the back door. Please contact the school office if you have any questions.
No School Monday January 20 & 21st
In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. there will be no school on Monday, January 20th. There will be no school on Tuesday, January 21st due to Staff Professional Development.
No District Transportation Wednesday, January 22
There will be no district transportation on Wednesday, January 22 as the district is not in session. Parent transportation to and from school is required on this day. Hot lunch will be provided.
Catholic Schools Week Open House - Sunday, January 26
Saint Joseph's School will be open for our Catholic Schools Week Open House on Sunday, January 26 following the 9 AM and 11 AM Masses. Stay after Mass and visit our school to see a presentation from Mr. Rickbeil, meet many of our teachers, take a tour, and hear from our families about why they love our school. This open house is happening concurrently with the pancake breakfast, so feel free to stay for breakfast as well! Please contact the school office if you have any questions.
Beyond the Birds and the Bees with Dr. Julia Sadusky
On Friday, January 17 at 7 PM we are happy to host Dr. Julia Sadusky, a clinical psychologist who specializes in the intersection of religious faith and sexuality and gender, to speak about navigating conversations around sexuality and gender with kids and teens. She will aim to help answer questions like: When is too early to bring up sexuality? And when is too late? When kids ask their parents about sex, which is a natural curiosity, how can they respond with compassion and reduce shame? How should parents respond when their kids hear about LGBTQ experiences in the media and have questions? This evening is for parents of children of all ages. For more information,
Save the Date - Catholic Schools Week & Carnival
Please save the date for Catholic Schools Week beginning Sunday, January 26th - January 31st.. Our annual school Carnival will be held on Friday, January 31st 12pm-2:45pm. We are in need of donations and volunteers to make Carnival great! Please click here to donate items and click here to volunteer. Please watch for more information next week! Thank you to Home & School for sponsoring this event!
*Important information about Carnival: Preschool - 1st grade students are required to be accompanied by an adult for the Carnival. Parents are asked to arrive at 11:50am to pick up their Prek - 1st grade students. Permission slips will go home with these students next week and are to be returned by Monday, January, 27th.
Catholic Schools Week Theme Days and Activities - please click here!
Used Uniforms Needed!
We need your old uniforms! Please consider dropping off any uniforms or Spirit Wear your children have grown out of. We are especially in need of red polos, small jumpers and small pants/shorts, and middle school girls' shirts in decent condition. A bin for donations is always available at the top of the main school door stairway (before the buzzer), open during normal office hours. You can also send (bagged) items to school with your child to drop in the bin or at the office. Thanks so much for your help!
Used Uniform Sale & Spirit Wear Sale- Sunday, January 26!
We will be having an added Used Uniform Sale & Spirit Wear Sale during our Open House on Sunday, January 26, 10 am-12:30 pm in our gym.
Please park in the back school parking lot and enter through the Gymnasium Doors #11. The gym is located up the stairs. Cash, check, and credit card will all be accepted.
We are also looking for volunteers for the sale. Please click here for more information and to sign up to volunteer - thank you!
School Mass Sunday – January 26th
Please join us Sunday, January 26th for all Masses for School Mass Sunday as this is Catholic Schools Week! We invite students to wear their school uniforms and find Father Luke, Mr. Rickbeil or Mrs. Lamusga for a ticket for a spirit wear pass (requires 2 tickets- 1 per mass) or a piece of candy. We are looking for students to read the readings, a family to bring up the gifts, If you would like to sign up to help on Sunday, January 26 or any future school Mass Sundays, please sign up at this Sign Up Genius.
Pancake Breakfast Rescheduled for February 2nd
Due to a schedule conflict, the Catholic Schools Week Pancake Breakfast to benefit our 8th grade Pilgrimage has moved to Sunday, February 2nd. The breakfast will follow all three Masses on that day.
Save the Date - Father Daughter Dance
The Father Daughter Dance will be the evening of Saturday, February 8th. Please click here to register. This is a very fun and memorable event hosted by our parish and school. This is also a very busy event and last year we hit capacity, so it is very important to get registered. Please consider the volunteer opportunities for the event. Volunteers are needed to help with setting up the day of, serving and cleaning during the dance and cleaning up after, any amount of time you can give is greatly appreciated!
Gala - Save the Date - March 1, 2025
Exciting Announcement: 2025 St. Joseph’s Catholic School Gala
Support Catholic Education – Your Participation Matters!We are thrilled to share the details and open ticket sales for the 2025 St. Joseph’s Catholic School Gala—a special event to celebrate and support our school community.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, March 1, 2025
Location: Viking Omni Hotel, Eagan
Time: 5:30 – 9:00 pmThe Gala is critical to our school’s success, bringing together parents, grandparents, alumni, and friends in support of Catholic education. This critical event helps us provide an outstanding, affordable education, attract and retain excellent staff, and meet the evolving needs of our students. Every family at St. Joseph’s benefits from this event, and as such, we kindly ask for the full support of ALL families—whether through attending, volunteering, or contributing financially.
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE NOW!
TicketsEarly Bird Price: $95 (until January 24, 2025)
Regular Price: $110
Tables of 10
Early Bird Price: $950
Regular Price: $1,100
Get your tickets, sponsorships, and make donations here.
Home & School Association
Our Home & School Association works hard to help us coordinate volunteers. Below you will find 2 SUG to help coordinate volunteers for recess helpers and lunchroom helpers! Thank you all so much for coordinating this for our school!
Yearbook Sales Now Open
Presales are now open for the St. Joseph’s School Yearbook Order Your Yearbook Today! - St. Joseph's School.
School Website
We are in the process of updating our school website. It is likely that you will see changes to the website in a variety of phases. Thank you for your patience as we complete this project. Please contact the school office if you have any questions.
One Page School Calendar
Please click here to view the important dates for the 2024-2025 school year. Please be certain to review the upcoming concert dates!
Middle School Youth Group
Calling all 6th – 8th graders! St. Joseph Middle School Youth Group meets twice a month for ALIVE Nights – at time for games, fellowship, formation, and prayer. Maybe you are wanting even more time with your friends after Alive Nights. If so, stay for Mass at 5:30pm and dinner at 6pm! Learn more about middle school youth group by clicking here!
Event Dates:
Wednesdays at 4pm
January 22
February 5 & 19
March 5 & 19
April 2 & 16
May 7 & 21
REVIVE
St. Joseph Church and School is once again hosting monthly Revive Nights for our entire community. Revive is our way of participating in the Eucharistic Revival. It includes adoration, music, prayer, and reflection. Please click here to learn more about REVIVE!
Event Dates:
Wednesdays at 6:30pm
January 29
February 26
March 26
April 23
May 28
June 18
EMMAUS
The Handmaids of the Heart of Jesus will be hosting a monthly Emmaus event at St. Joseph. It will include a time of recreation, a holy hour (with childcare), and a shared meal and you will still be home by bedtime! Please mark the dates, invite others to come along and join us!
Event Dates:
Sundays from 3:00-6:00pm
January 19
February 16
March 16
April 27
May 18
SIPPING WITH THE SAINTS
Join us as we learn more about some saints and feast of the church and explore some beers, wines, and cocktails to enjoy in their honor. Our aim is to bring the book Drinking with the Saints to life and to grow in fellowship. Open to adults ages 21 & up. Register by clicking here.
Event Dates:
Friday, February 21 – 6:30pm
Friday, April 25 - 6:30pm
Please click here to view The Church of St. Joseph Website or view the Church Bulletin by clicking here.
