St. Joseph
Catholic School

Psalm 34

R. The Lord hears the cry of the poor. 

I will bless the LORD at all times;
his praise shall be ever in my mouth.
Let my soul glory in the LORD;
the lowly will hear me and be glad. 

R. The Lord hears the cry of the poor. 

Glorify the LORD with me,
let us together extol his name.
I sought the LORD, and he answered me
and delivered me from all my fears. 

R. The Lord hears the cry of the poor. 

Look to him that you may be radiant with joy,
and your faces may not blush with shame.
When the poor one called out, the LORD heard,
and from all his distress he saved him. 

R. The Lord hears the cry of the poor. 

The angel of the LORD encamps
around those who fear him, and delivers them.
Taste and see how good the LORD is;
blessed the man who takes refuge in him. 

R. The Lord hears the cry of the poor.

From the Principal

Dear Parents,

Congratulations to Raymond Mauterer for his reelection to the St. Joseph Advisory Board. Also congratulations to newly elected members Sarah LaCroix, and Angelique Richardson. Thanks to Angela Babin, Sean Benoit and John Cieutat for offering themselves to serve.

Tomorrow, Crystal Smith will be recognized in Baton Rouge for her service to St. Joseph School Home and School. She has served as the treasurer for the past six years and has worked selflessly for the school especially at Fair time. She will receive the Mother Seton Award for her service.

Next week is Terra Nova Achievement Test week. Please make every effort to encourage your child to work hard during the test and do the best he or she can. Also, make sure they are at school, well rested, and on time. Thank you for your cooperation.

Thanks to the generosity of the St. Joseph students and families, the Rice Bowl collection totaled $1587.34. That money was forwarded to Catholic Charities. Thanks to Pamela Brim and Florida Parish Bank for counting the coins, and Mr. Tommy for delivery to the bank.

Come out to the Recreational Park at 5 today and watch the St. Joseph Girls Softball team play for the NIAL Championship. The team is undefeated. 

-- Dr. Gerard Toups
    Principal

Calendar for the Week

Friday, April 12
Mass @ 8:30 ... All are invited to attend.
Spirit Dress

Saturday & Sunday, April 13 & 14
Strawberry Festival Parking

Monday-Thursday, April 15-18
Terra Nova Testing for Grades 2-8

Tuesday, April 16
Field Trip - 1st Grade

Thursday, April 18
Home & School Meeting @ 6:30 p.m. in the Gym

Friday, April 19
Mass @ 8:30 - All are invited to attend.
Spirit Dress
Crusaders Announced
Softball Pictures

Strawberry Festival Parking Volunteers

We're looking for a few good volunteers!

Strawberry Festival Parking will be Saturday and Sunday, April 13 and 14. This is a huge fundraiser for the school, but its success is tied to the amount of manpower we have to work it.

No special skills are required. We have on-the-job training. You get to help the school, meets lots of other nice parents, and work on your tan all at the same time. 

The following times are available:
Saturday, 9:00-noon
Saturday, noon-3:00
Saturday, 3:00-6:00
Sunday, 11:30-2:30
Sunday, 2:30-5:15. 

The sign-up sheet in on EDLINE. Signing up for more than one shift is encouraged if you can possibly give us the time.

All volunteers are greatly appreciated.

If you have questions, please contact Jeff Schmitt at j2ads@yahoo.com .

Volunteers should report to the old Life Teen building.

Mother Seton Award

We congratulate Crystal Smith, our 2013 recipient of the Mother Seton Award for St. Joseph School. 

On Thursday, Crystal will be recognized in Baton Rouge for her service to St. Joseph School Home and School. She has served as the treasurer for the past six years and has worked selflessly for the school especially at Fair time. She will receive the Mother Seton Award for her service.

Advisory Council

Congratulations to Raymond Mauterer for his reelection to the St. Joseph Advisory Board. Also congratulations to newly elected members Sarah LaCroix, and Angelique Richardson.
 
Thanks to Angela Babin, Sean Benoit and John Cieutat for offering themselves to serve. 

We would also like to thank the many parents who took their time to vote for candidates to this most important Board.

Home & School Officer Nominations

It's time for nominations for the St. Joseph Home and School Association.

Please take time to consider and nominate those who would make good officers to lead this important parent organization. 

Nominations may be submitted via Edline though Monday, April 15. 

Voting will open next Wednesday.

The next meeting of the Home & School Association will be Thursday, April 18, at 6:30 in the gym.

Terra Nova

Next week is Terra Nova Achievement Test week.
 
Please make every effort to encourage your child to work hard during the test and do the best he or she can.
 
Also, make sure they are at school, well rested, and on time. Thank you for your cooperation.

Community News

CAMP KATERI

Register your child @ www.rosaryvillela.com for Camp Kateri!

$450 Overnight or $295 day camp.

Join Camp Kateri this summer for swimming, fishing, canoeing, arts and crafts, talent shows, campfires, singing, and much, much more!

Camp Sessions are June 23-28 and July 14-19.

Camp is open to ages 7-13.

More information is available by contacting 225-294-5039.



Mi5Ke RUN/WALK

Proceeds benfit the Mike Darouse St. Thomas Aquinas High School Scholarship Fund and the Esophageal Cancer Action Network

Scheduled for Saturday, May 11  -  Start Time 9:00 a.m. @ Cate Square

Registration/Check in  -  8:00 a.m.
$25/person for pre-registration
$20/person for senior citizens and any military members
$30/person for all day of race

Register at www.Mi5ke.com.
For more information, please contact 985-974-4419 or shirleydarouse@att.net.


OAK KNOLL COUNTRY CLUB

Summer Memberships -
Looking for a healthy and fun alternative for your family this summer? Oak Knoll Country Club is offering a special summer family membership jut for you! Available from Memorial Day through Labor Day (May 25 - September 2).

Enjoy unlimited swimming, tennis, and golf for the entire fmaily for only $300 (cart fee additional).

Pool memberships also available for only $150 per family.

Discounted rates for pool parties are also available to summer members.

Tennis and golf camps as well as golf lessons are also offered.

Contact Michele at mfirmin@oakknollcountryclub.com or call the office at 985-345-2387 extension 1 for further details.

Parish News

Personnel
Fr. Cayet Mangiaracina, O.P. - Parochial Vicar and Administrator
Fr. David K. Seid, O.P, - In Residence
Larry J. Melancon - Deacon
Mike Agnello - Deacon
Dr. M.J. "Dutch" Schanzbach - Deacon

Weekend Mass Schedule
Saturday Vigil Mass - 5:00 p.m.
Sunday Mass - 8:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 5:00 p.m.

Contact Information
Address - 255 North 8th Street (P.O. Box 368), Ponchatoula, LA 70454
Phone - 985.386.3749
Website - www.stjosephsonline.com