A Message from Principal Rickbeil
In this week’s video, Mr. Rickbeil shares the three places in Minnesota (outside of school) that bring him the most joy, relating how our mission as a school is to create joy in our students as we create joyful disciples of Jesus Christ. Enjoy the 4-day weekend!
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 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.
Planning Ahead for the 2025-26 School Year
Attached here is a preview of the 2025-26 school year calendar, listing all days where we are off school. The NCEA conference will be coming to Minneapolis in April of 2026, so schools across the Archdiocese will be closed the week following Easter as this annual convention for Catholic school teachers returns to Minneapolis for the first time in 16 years. Additionally, we will have a Spring break a week earlier than normal to allow our teachers to enjoy some time away as well.
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. Please contact the school office if you have any questions.
Beyond the Birds and the Bees with Dr. Julia Sadusky
Tonight 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, click here.
Catholic Schools Week & Carnival - January 26th - 31st!
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!
Catholic Schools Week Theme Days and Activities - please click here!
click here to donate items - donations will be collected during morning drop off next week
Click here to pre-order carnival tickets online or click here view the hard copy version
Volunteer for Teacher Appreciation Day - click here!
*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.
Thank you to Home & School for sponsoring this event!
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 pm
The 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!
Tickets
Early 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.
Would you like to volunteer with Gala? Please click here to learn more about opportunities!
Great baskets and sports tickets for the Silent Auction? Please click here to donate!
Would you like to donate something not on the list to the Silent Auction? Please click 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.
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.