Food Drive

St. Joe’s Raises Over 2000 Items in Food Drive

Since November 1^st, SJCHS has been tirelessly raising cans, paper products, and food to donate to St. Anne’s Homeless Shelter. To add a little friendly competition to the food drive, five teachers, Mr. Wood, Mr. Fendrick, Mr. Reinhardt, Mr. Johnson, and Mr. Ulle, decided to create the Beard-a-con. To promote the food drive, the five teachers pledged themselves to a beard-growing competition. Students then brought in cans and allotted them to whoever had the best beard. Competition grew fierce, with accusations of bribery and blackmail, while the prize for winning became more desired. At the end of the semester in December, the teacher in first place is able to keep his beard. Second place must have their head shaved; third place receives a Mohawk; fourth place a shaved skunk-stripe; and fifth place must have their head shaved in the fashion of a monk’s tonsure.

The school has raised over 2000 cans, paper supplies, and fresh produce so far! Mr. Ulle is currently in the lead, but anything could happen by Friday.

In a final effort to raise food, Principal Lambert and three of the teachers, Mr. Wood, Mr. Reinhardt, and Mr. Johnson, announced a “Camp for Cans”. On the night of December 19th, the four faculty members will camp out on the school grounds overnight. For every hour they camp, students can pledge a certain amount of cans. Because much of the food goes to St. Anne’s Homeless Shelter, the Camp for Cans is also to bring attention to the difficulties faced by the homeless in extremely cold weather.

Mr. Wood, currently in second place, said “We all wanted to end the beard competition and the food drive in an exciting way, and get the students involved. I’m so excited, because it’ll be a unique, interesting event to raise awareness of homelessness.”

All members of the community are encouraged to bring cans, food, and non-perishable items to the SJCHS Girls Basketball home game on Thursday, December 19^th! As a united community, we can combat hunger and provide for those less fortunate.

Morp!

On Saturday, December 14th, SJCHS held its winter dance, Morp. The dance is formal, girls-choice, and black-and-white. The senior class officers did a wonderful job with decorations and turned the black box into a magical black-and-white wonderland. The dance was well attended and the students had a great time!

Senior Ring Ceremony

On Monday, November 26th, SJCHS held the Senior Ring Ceremony. Students, families, teachers, and friends attended the mass officiated by Fr. Cummins. At the mass, the Jayhawks of the Class of 2014 were officially recognized as the leaders of the school. SJCHS faculty member Miss Elizabeth Masison spoke at the event, and told the seniors to live in the moment, be happy, and make good choices. Those who purchased class rings were pleased to have them blessed, while those who did not buy rings received a blessed religious pin.

Buck for a Bird!

Last week, both the high school and the elementary school worked together to raise $1518.20 to purchase Thanksgiving turkeys for families in need. Donated to the Joyce Hansen Hall Food Bank at Catholic Community Services, over 1200 lbs of turkeys were given to provide warm holiday meals to families.

Booster Bavarian Festival

With an enticing Silent Auction, delicious brats, and fun dancing, the St. Joseph Catholic High School Boosters’ Association held its annual Bavarian Festival on Saturday, November 16^th. This year’s Bavarian Festival welcomed over 100 people and included food, dancing and the traditional silent auction, the “Bizarre Bazar”. In attendance was special guest Toffie Sawaya, who presided over the Boosters in 1974. The Boosters, a group of dedicated parents alumni and St. Joe community members, support the SJCHS Athletic Department. Through various social events and complementary tailgates, the Boosters raise funds to donate to St. Joes’ athletic programs. Last year’s combined social events raised over $17,000 for the school.

When asked about what makes the Boosters Association important, President Mikelle Weil said “The success of the Booster's comes from the melding of traditions and leaders from the past with the current generation of active parents wanting to promote and support St. Joseph. The common thread is passion for St. Joseph.”

Everyone is always welcome to come to the Booster events! Come and see some old friends, make some new friends and do something good for our school.

Senior Elizabeth Tomon Commits to Play College Basketball

On Thursday, November 15th Senior Elizabeth Tomon signed with Colorado School of Mines. She has committed to play basketball at the Golden, CO engineering school and hopes to major in chemical engineering. The entire SJCHS community is proud of her accomplishment!

Fall Whirlwind turns into Waiting for Winter

At SJCHS, Fall is always a very active time of year. October is perhaps one of the busiest months for students! Fall sports are beginning their climax, so the pressure is on for state tournaments and championships. The Theater Department usually produces a play, which many students participate in. The First Quarter wraps up with the usual barrage of tests, assignments, and projects. To add even more to the packed schedules of Jayhawks, the Sadie Hawkins Dance is always at the end of October!

For seniors, many early-admission college applications are due. Even for seniors not applying early, October is the time to begin the application process, ask for letters of recommendation, write essays, and finalize which schools to apply to.

All these activates and deadlines are stressful, but they also force students to be organized and manage their time efficiently. The hectic-ness of October can actually be fun for students who enjoy pushing themselves!

November is a welcome relief for many students. Schedules calm down enormously. Winter sports such as basketball start "Open Gym", and the Second Quarter continues to chug along nicely. For Theater, auditions for the annual musical commence. The entire campus breathes a sigh a relief after October and looks forward to colder weather, snow, and Christmas Break!

Sadie Hawkins Dance!

On Saturday, November 2nd, SJCHS had it's first dance of the year! Sadie Hawkins is a casual, girls-ask dance, and attending couples were matching t-shirts or outfits. Over 70 people came to Saturday's dance, and the Jayhawks partied-it-up dancing to DJ Jackson Reed's music.

As usual, the Sophomore Class is in charge of the dance and must plan decorations, refreshments, music, and faculty chaperones. This year, they did an excellent job! The decorations were fun and exciting, and everyone who attended had a good time.

Pictures will be up soon!

Blood Drive

On October 30th, St. Joseph was the site of a Red Cross Blood Drive. Many students and parents participated and helped donate to this worthy cause.

College Fair! Again!

 This Saturday, October 12th, from 9:00-1:00, St. Joseph Catholic High School will host its second annual college fair to offer advice and information about college admissions.

 

The Importance of Creating a Diverse Resume, Unique Essay, and Letters of Recommendation for College Applications:

 
The college admissions process can be daunting, but a few helpful tips can eliminate anxiety and stress for both students and parents.

A Diverse Resume can provide insight into your interests and accolades, letting you stand out as a unique prospect to a college admissions counselor. In making admission decisions, resumes are often a pivotal tool for colleges. Find out more about how to craft and present a solid resume at the college fair this Saturday!

A creative and personal College Essay can make the difference between receiving the little envelope and the big envelope! A College Essay should reflect your personal style, and inform the reader about what makes you who you are. Essays are required on the Common Application. This Saturday, come to the college fair for guidance and advice about how to write the perfect essay!

Letters of Recommendation can set you apart from the crowd applying to your dream school. It is important to select people who know you well and will write a positive review of your character. We will share information about how to select the right person of reference for you!

If you would like to hear more about the college admissions process, please come this Saturday, October 12^th!

Second Annual College Fair at St. Joseph Catholic High School

This Saturday, October 12th, St. Joseph Catholic High School will be hosting its second annual  college fair to provide information for higher education opportunities. It begins at 9:00 am at the high school, and will last until about 1:00 pm. There will be presentations on

• Choosing a College
• College Interviews with Brad Marden, Utah Interviewer for Middlebury College
• Resumes, Essays, and Letters of Recommendation
• College Athletics with Paul Putnam, Senior National Speaker for NSCA Athletic Recruiting Network 
• Community and Parish Services

Representatives from University of Utah, Utah State University, Westminster College, and Weber State University will be at the fair to offer details and information about their schools.
The fair is open to all those interested, regardless of age. All students and parents are encouraged to check out the helpful college fair!
Mr. Salvo, Dean of Students at SJCHS, said "This fair is unique because it offers more than just the basic academic requirements for college. It helps with all of the important factors in college admissions. it will help parents help their children make a better decision."

Lily Bosworth, a junior, who attended the college fair last year said, "As a sophomore, the college fair was a helpful tool for me to begin my college search. It gave me direction on how to approach my search, and useful tips on how to prepare to apply to college."

Region Champions

Girls Tennis and Baseball Win Region

Over the weekend, St. Joseph's Girls Tennis team placed first in the region. The Lady Jayhawks are doing exceptionally well this season, and success is expected during the State Tournament this weekend.

More exciting sports news came, when on Monday, September 30th, the Baseball Team beat Dugway to become the Region Champions. It's been quite a few years since the baseball team has captured the region title, so the players, coaches, and fans were very excited. Baseball's State Tournament begins next week.

Booster Tailgate!

On Thursday, September 26th, the St. Joseph Athletic Boosters hosted their annual tailgate barbecue. Despite the chilly weather, many people came out and supported the Jayhawks and people enjoyed delicious hamburgers and hot dogs.
During the tailgate, the Girls Soccer team was playing against Rowland Hall. Although they played well, they lost 3-1, with Rowland Hall scoring the winning points in the last 15 minutes of the game. But they held their heads up high, supported by friends, family, and the St. Joseph community.
Later the same night, the Girls Volleyball team easily trounced their opponent, Westridge Academy. The team currently stands undefeated, and hopes are high for a state title.
 

Retreat Day

On Friday, September 20th, the high school went on an all-day retreat at St. James Catholic Church in North Ogden. Students and faculty spent Friday reflecting on how to promote unity, acceptance, and compassion. The day began with mass led by Father Ken Vialpando. After mass, Jayhawks went on a hike in the beautiful trails above St. James where faculty members led quiet reflection groups. The retreat wrapped up with a community service fair, which highlighted local organizations and groups in need of volunteers.

Mass at St. James

Community Service Fair!

Ben Lomend College Fair

On Wednesday, September 18th, St. Joseph's juniors and seniors attended a local college fair held at Ben Lomend High School. The students were able to gain information about local colleges and universities, such as University of Utah, Weber State University, Dixie State College, Utah Valley University, and many more. There were presentations from four-year universities, community colleges, and applied technical schools. All these schools provided excellent information to the students about the possibilities of higher education.

 

Rainy Day

It's been a rainy week at SJCHS, with fog almost concealing the nearby mountains. The arrival of damp weather and cooler temperatures seems to have signaled the beginning of Autumn, which excites many students at St. Joe's. The school settled into a steady rhythm this week, with midterms quickly approaching.

Pep Rally!

On Friday, August 23, St. Joe's held its first pep rally of the year. As tradition dictates, it included the school song, a flickerball game, and the cheer-off between the classes. This year's first festive rally also included a "Back-to-School Survivor" competition. Each class selected one representative, and the four students faced off in a fierce challenge. Pep Club Co-President Liz Tomon created the game, where each representative is given a single school-related item, such as a pencil. The students must then use only their item to accomplish a variety of tasks, such as eating Jell-O.
As usual, the seniors class dominated- winning flickerball, the cheer competition, and Survivor. Although the rally is competitive, the entire school was united and cheering during the first pep rally of the school year.

 

 

Click on the videos to watch a montage of the pep assembly.

First Week

On August 14, St. Joseph began the new 2013-2014 school year by welcoming students, faculty, and a new principal. New principal Mr. Patrick Lambert spoke at the morning assembly, while the freshmen were welcomed in an end-of-the-day assembly on the soccer field. During the afternoon rally, the school's leaders, the Student Body Officers, organized a three legged race, in which seniors and freshman were paired. With the first week gone, the entire community looks forward to the upcoming year!

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