Psalm 103

R. The Lord’s kindness is everlasting to those who fear him. 

Bless the LORD, O my soul;
and all my being, bless his holy name.
Bless the LORD, O my soul,
and forget not all his benefits.
 
R. The Lord’s kindness is everlasting to those who fear him. 

As a father has compassion on his children,
so the LORD has compassion on those who fear him,
For he knows how we are formed;
he remembers that we are dust. 

R. The Lord’s kindness is everlasting to those who fear him. 

But the kindness of the LORD is from eternity
to eternity toward those who fear him,
And his justice toward children’s children
among those who keep his covenant. 

R. The Lord’s kindness is everlasting to those who fear him.

Calendar-at-a-Glance

Thursday, February 5
Retakes, Class Pictures, 8th Cap & Gown Pictures

Friday, February 6
Spirit Dress
Last Day for In-House Re-registration
Mardi Gras Parade @ 1:00 
SJS/PHS Basketball Night

Wednesday, February 11
Mass @ 8:30
Food Drive

Thursday, February 12
Field Trip (7th Grade)

Friday, February 13
Spirit Dress

Monday, February 16 - Friday, February 20
Mardi Gras Holidays - NO SCHOOL

Monday, February 23
Open House for New Families

Tuesday, February 24
Crusader Dads Dinner that Makes a Difference

Wednesday, February 25
Mass @ 8:30
Food Drive
Crusaders of the Month Announced
Field Trip (Drama Club)

Friday, February 27
Spirit Dress
Dr. Seuss Day
Stations of the Cross @ 1:45

Picture Day - February 5

Retakes, class group pictures, and eighth grade cap and gown pictures will be taken on Thursday, February 5.

Class group and eighth grade cap and gown order forms were sent home Wednesday, January 28.

If your child needs to take retakes, he'she can pick up an order form in the office.

If you order pictures, be sure to send the order form and money with your child no later than "picture day".

Re-Registration - ends February 6

Re-registration forms went home on January 21.

The last day to return re-registration forms and fees is Friday, February 6. This is to reserve a seat for your student next year.

Lost your form? Download a new one at RE-REGISTRATION FORM

The Advisory Council has approved the following fees and tuition for the 2015-2016 school year:

Registration - $200 per student - paid every year

Tuition:
Parish Supporter - $4100 per student (includes $100 technology fee)
Non Parish Supporter - $4800 per student (includes $100 technology fee)
Pre-kindergarten - $4500 per student (includes $100 technology fee)

The above numbers reflect an overall increase of $100 per student from the 2014-2015 school year for parish supporters; $150 for non parish supporters.

A $100 credit on tuition will be allowed for parents with two students enrolled.
A $200 credit on tuition will be allowed for parents with three students enrolled.

• Registration fees are NON-REFUNDABLE.

• Re-registration forms with $200 per student registration fees are due by Friday, February 6. After this date, an additional $100 late registration fee per student will be charged.

• Open registration for new students will begin Monday, March 2.

• Payment of tuition is due in full to the school by Thursday, April 30, or loan papers must be completed and returned to the school bookkeeper by Thursday, April 30.

• If arrangements are not made for payment of tuition/loan by Thursday, April 30, an additional $100 per student will be charged.

• Students dropping from the rolls after July 31 will be assessed a $200 per student drop fee.

• 8th grade ($100) graduation fees will be collected in April 2016.

SJS/PHS Basketball Night - February 6

On Friday, February 6, Ponchatoula High School will host the St. Joseph students at their basketball games. Any student who wears their SJS spirit shirt will get in free. Games are at 6 and 7:15. Go, Green Wave!

Mardi Gras Parade - February 6

The PreK and kindergarten students present their annual Mardi Gras parade on Friday, February 6.

The parade rolls at 1:00 p.m. on a route that takes it around the new church parking lot.

Our youngest Crusaders decorate wagons as floats and fill them with throws to show their Mardi Gras spirit. The wagons are pulled by students in the upper grades. Middle grade students (and other spectators) line the parade route for viewing.

SC Valentine Fund Raiser - ends February 12

The 2015 St. Joseph Catholic School Student Council continues their annual Valentine's Day fundraiser for charity.

They are selling Valentine's Day themed pencils with the student's own specialized message. The message will be written on a paper heart that will be attached to the pencil.

Cost is $1 for each heart with pencil. The proceeds from the sale will go toward a charity in our area.

The hearts and pencils will be distributed to students on Friday, February 13, during homeroom.

To purchase a paper heart and Valentine's Day themed pencil:

** Fill out the recipient information on the cards that will be provided (include the first and last names of the recipient, the grade level of the recipient, the recipient's home teacher's name, and the name of the sender).

** Send the card alon gwith the $1.00 donation to the morning assembly.

** Tables will be set up on February 2-12 for the students to write their personalized messages on the hearts.

** Dealine for the purchase is February 12.

Purchase as many hearts and pencils as you like. Additional cards are available in the school office or can be downloaded at HEARTS.

Mardi Gras Holidays - February 16-20

St. Joseph Catholic School will be closed Monday, February 16 through Friday, February 20, in order to give students and their families time to celebrate the Mardi Gras holidays, Ash Wednesday, and the beginning of the Lenten season.

Classes resume on Monday, February 23.

Dinners that Make a Difference - February 24

The Crusader Dads will host their second annual Dinners that Make a Difference on Tuesday, February 24, at NOLA Cafe.

NOLA is located at 1625 Highway 51 in Ponchatoula.

All net proceeds from the dinner benefit St. Joseph Catholic School.

The social hour will be from 5:30-6:30 followed by dinner.

Tickets are $100/couple and must be presented for admittance.

Dinner menu:
wood grilled filet mignon
baked penne pasta with Italian sausage
shrimp & crab pasta
twice baked potatoes
penne pasta
sauteed vegetables
salad with choice of dressing
bread pudding
soft drinks/tea/house wine.

A cash bar will also be available.

Tickets may be purchased in the office or from Crusader Dads.

Mini Cheer Clinic - March 7

St. Joseph Cheerleaders will be hosting their annual mini cheer clinic for St. Joseph students in grades PreK-4th.

Saturday, March 7
9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (performance at 12:30)
St. Joseph Gym

Cost is $30.00. This includes a t-shirt and a ribbon. Participants will learn a cheer, dance, cheer techniques, and jumps. Particpants must bring their own lunches and drink.

Cost for additional sibling(s) is $20 per sibling.

Please register on EDLINE by February 23, to ensure your t-shirt size and spot at the clinic. 

Payment should be sent to the office in a well-marked envelope. Checks should be made payble to St. Joseph School. 

MINI CHEER CLINIC FLYER

Betas at District Day

Our Jr. Beta Club had a blast on their first trip to Jr. Beta District Day on Saturday, January 31! 

The teams won fourth place in Quiz Bowl as well as fifth place in the banner competition. 

See more pictures of our Jr. Betas enjoying their District Day at BETA.

Father/Daughter Dance

Fourth grade student Camille Hamilton and her dad Shane really bust a move as they swing their way to first prize in the dance contest at the annual SJS Father/Daughter Dance held in January. 

To more more father/daughter pictures, please visit DANCE. 

January Crusaders

St. Joseph Catholic School is pleased to announce its January Crusaders of the Month, Charley Guzzardo, eighth grade, and (not pictured) Clara Beth Elsenrath, second grade. 

Crusaders of the Month are students who exemplify by their words and deeds what it means to be true Crusaders. They display a love of God and a devotion to His work. They show obvious concern for peers, family, and friends and participate in school life with zeal and enthusiasm. They stand up for causes or situation when they know it is right. They are leaders, not followers. The Crusaders show honesty and integrity, respect for authority, and a willingness to give service to others.

Mass with the Bishop

Students from SJS visit with Bishop Robert Muench after the Diocesan Mass celebrating Catholic Schools Week at St. Peter Chanel in Paulina.

Front row from left: Peyton LeSaicherre, Camryn Ernst, Seth Swanner, Jack Brothers.
Back row: Bishop Meunch, Chloe Ernst, Emily Stricker, Leigh Henderson.

Students of the Year

Announcing our Students of the Year: Congratulations to eighth grade student Thomas Casey and fifth grade student Ali Foster for being chosen as the SJS Students of the Year! 

The Students of the Year Awards Program is designed to recognize outstanding elementary, middle/junior high, and high school students. This program recognizes students from each school system those students who have demonstrated excellent academic achievement, leadership ability, and citizenship. The Students of the Year Awards Program is sponsored by the Louisiana State Superintendent through the State Department of Education and the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education.

Priest, Prophet, King Presentation

No books to buy! No homework!

We will have a DVD presentation and group discussion.

Wednesday nights - February 4, February 11, February 25, March 4, March 11.

6:15-7:45 ..... DVD promptly starts at 6:30

St. Joseph Ministry Building

Childcare is provided onsite.

So that we may have a count for supplies and childcare, please contact:

Rachael Perrin @ 985-969-0151
Stephanie Waguespack @ 985-386-8919.

PRIEST, PROPHET, KING FLYER

Our Parish

Personnel
Fr. Paul A. McDuffie, Pastor
Larry J. Melancon - Deacon
Mike Agnello - Deacon

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

Weekday Mass Schedule
The week day Masses on Monday through Thursday will be at 8:30 a.m.

Reconciliation (Confessions) will be available before all week day Masses at 8:00 a.m. in addition to Confessions on Saturday beginning at 4:00.

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


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