MAP Testing

MAP (Measures of Academic Progress) Testing (K-gr. 8) begins tomorrow, Monday 9/16, and will continue over the next two weeks. Teachers will let you know when your student is scheduled to test. Please make sure your student gets a good night’s sleep and eats a hearty breakfast to prepare.

Save the Date: Back-To-School Nights

Back-T0-School Night is Wednesday 9/25 (Early Childhood School and Lower School) and Thursday 9/26 (Upper School) from 6:00-7:00pm. More details to follow.

Save the Date: School Pictures

School Pictures are scheduled for individual student pictures Tuesday 9/24, Wednesday 9/25, and Thursday 9/26. Students may dress in their school uniform or an outfit of their choice. The homeroom class picture will be taken, in uniform, on Monday 9/30. Stay tuned for more information.

2024 Groovy Run (aka The Fun Run)

Pep Rally: Friday, October 4, 2024

Groovy Run Dates:

• Thursday, October 17th: Grades Little Sharks 2.9, Preschool, Pre-K, 5, 6, and 7
• Friday, October 18th: Grades Kindergarten, 1, 2, 3, 4, and 8

Details: Registration information and more details on volunteering at the event will follow.

THANK YOU to our 2024 Groovy Run Sponsors!

PSA News

Kick-off & Info Session - Join Us!

Kick off the 2024-2025 school year with us at the PSA Kick-Off and Informational Overview on September 17th at 8:15am in the HUB (Lower School Cafeteria). Enjoy coffee and light refreshments as we share exciting plans for the year ahead. Can’t make it but still want to be involved? No problem—just email us at PSA@sjs-needham.org and stay in the loop! We can’t wait to connect with you!

Professional Development Days Off Coverage

When school is out for Professional Development, your kids can enjoy exciting workshops at The Painting Place (Wellesley) featuring pottery, clay, mosaics, canvas painting, and more. The first workshop is on Friday, September 27th—perfect for a no-school teacher professional development day! Sign up for multiple days to enjoy a discount, and let your child's creativity shine. Click the link below for more details and to register!

Squad Locker

Exciting news, Saint Joe’s families! Our School Store at Squad Locker is offering 15% off all SJS swag throughout September. It's the perfect time to gear up with new spirit wear! Just use the code SAINTJOSEPH15 at checkout and show your school pride in style. Happy shopping!

After-school Clubs, Performing Arts, and Sports Sign-ups

Fall after-school activities begin NEXT WEEK (week of 9/23)! Don’t forget to register your child. Linked below is the email Ms. McCabe sent out with all the details. Sign up now to secure your spot!

Santa's Workshop

Santa's Workshop planning will begin soon! Santa's Workshop is a beloved tradition at Saint Joseph School. Students have the opportunity to shop for their family in a wonderful Christmas setting. If you love Christmas, this is the event to help plan. Interested? Please email Mary Beth Cox at mcox@sjs-needham.org.

Lunch & Recess Volunteers

Check the sign-ups for Lunch & Recess Volunteering using the buttons below.

Sharkbites: This Week's Events

9/16/24 Monday – MAP Testing Begins | Field Hockey Begins | VIRTUS Training (prior registration req.)

9/17/24 Tuesday – PSA Kick-off & Info Session, 8:15am

9/18/24 Wednesday – 

9/19/24 Thursday – 

9/20/24 Friday – Lower School Mass, 9am