St. Joseph School

St. Joseph students are wearing red shirts and blue jeans today in honor of Carlo Acutis! Carlo Acutis, an Italian teenager who will be canonized on Sunday, September 7, 2025, will be first millennial saint. Known as "God's Influencer," Acutis was a computer whiz who used his technological talents to create a website documenting Eucharistic miracles, a project used globally for religious instruction. He died of leukemia in 2006 at the age of 15, but he is remembered for his deep faith and efforts to bring people closer to God through modern means. #FaithLearningLiving

What has been going on in 7th grade science this week? "7th Graders are investigating how scientists determine what is inside the earth with mystery boxes. They will present their findings on Friday," explains Mrs. Jackie Elsinger. How cool! #FaithLearningLiving

THANK YOU to our amazing bulldog dad group who spent time spreading mulch on our Elementary playground recently! "We are so appreciative of our dads helping to keep the campus safe and clean for our little bulldogs," commented Mrs. Belew, SJS Assistant Principal. #FaithLearningLiving

You may have noticed that Deputy Fornash now has new car on campus! All of us at St. Joseph School are so thankful for Sheriff Tim Ryals and the Faulkner County Sheriff’s Office in making it possible for Deputy Fornash to join their organization. This partnership will allow St. Joseph School to provide a safer environment for students and staff. We also want to express a special thank you to Chief Deputy Chad Wooley and all of the Faulkner County Sheriff’s Office staff who have been instrumental in supplying Deputy Fornash with the training and equipment he needs to perform his school safety role at a much more advanced level. #FaithLearningLiving

Last week in Dr. Ferrer's Algebra I and II classes, they had an ultimate tic-tac-toe tournament! "The game requires playing 9 tic-tac-toe boards simultaneously and is an excellent way to practice math skills like spatial planning, logical thinking, and analytical reasoning," explains Dr. Ferrer. Congratulations to the Champions!
Pictured . . .
Algebra I (4th period): Champion Emma Seibert and opponent Samuel Rawls
Algebra I (7th period):Champion Brooke Dumboski and opponent Lucy Ussery
Algebra II (2nd period): Champion George Heer and opponent Anna Nabholz
Algebra II (3rd period): Champion Braden Thomas and opponent Ava Moix
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St. Joseph Middle School 6th grade class has chosen their service project for this year. They are going to make mission rosaries! "6th grade began making rosaries with Mrs. Royal, the Elementary Administrative Assistant, twelve years ago. Last year’s 6th graders had a goal of 250 rosaries that they made from January to May, and they surpassed that goal. On Friday, August 22, 6th grade students got to make their own rosary with the help of Mrs. Royal. They’ve set an impressive goal of 750 rosaries for the school year! They are so excited to help bring others to Jesus through his Mother Mary," explains Mrs. Fullerton, 6th Grade Teacher. #FaithLearningLiving

Dr. Liana Tyson's 3rd Grade Music Class is up and moving rhythmically in the First Week of school! #FaithLearningLiving

REMINDER: The Booster Club Car Wash is THIS SATURDAY, August 23! Stop by the gym, 8 AM-12 PM, and our Bulldogs will make your car shine! #FaithLearningLiving

St. Joseph Alumni Association--YOU ARE THE BEST! Our faculty and staff loved the amazing lunch you provided today! THANK YOU! #FaithLearningLiving

St. Joseph faculty and staff enjoyed an AMAZING breakfast this morning hosted by our PTO! THANK YOU to our PTO Board and all of the SJS families for a great start to our Tuesday before we all head off to professional development meetings!

The teachers are back, and we are off to a great start! THANK YOU to First Security Bank for providing lunch today for our faculty and staff! #FaithLearningLiving

St. Joseph School is excited to announce that our Director of Safety, Mr. Bradley Fornash, is now DEPUTY FORNASH! CONGRATULATIONS! Deputy Fornash worked hard in his training this summer to become an official Auxiliary Deputy for the Faulkner County Sheriff's Office. When you see him on campus this school year, you will notice his new look! Thank you, Deputy Fornash, for all you do for St. Joseph School!

St. Joseph School had New Teacher Orientation and breakfast for the new faculty and staff Monday morning! Welcome to the Bulldog Family! #FaithLearningLiving

SJS Families: Our faculty and staff will be attending a retreat this Thursday and part of the day Friday. The Elementary office, Middle School office, and Volunteer Center will be closed. We pray that our faculty and staff have a wonderful retreat as they prepare for the new school year! #FaithLearningLiving

When coming out to the 2025 SJS Bazaar on Friday and Saturday, be sure to stop by the Silent Auction, 5:30-9:00 PM! There are some AMAZING prizes this year! It is all about giving and bidding, where every dollar supports student enrichment, classroom innovation, and school programs that make a difference.

St. Joseph School would like to WELCOME Mrs. Alma Gomez to the Bulldog Family! Mrs. Gomez will be serving as the Director of Hispanic Education Services for the 2025-2026 school year. #FaithLearningLiving

Attention Ladies! Mark your calendars and be ready to shop for all your Bulldog gear at this year's Ladies Night Pop Up Shop hosted by the SJS Booster Club, August 10, 5:30 PM!💜💛

Attention SJS Parents: School Uniforms by Tommy Hilfiger is having an extra 10% back-to-school promotion on school uniforms next week (July 28 - August 4) in case you missed their earlier back-to-school promotion! Visit www.globalschoolwear.com and use promo code WK7WHTEN25 when you place an order July 28 - August 4.
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Are you a new K-12 St. Joseph School parent? We have so much to share with you, so make plans to join us at the New Parent Orientation on August 13th, 6:30 PM, at the SJHS Black Box Theater. #FaithLearningLiving

Over 30 people showed up to help set up the Bazaar Midway booths last night! THANK YOU!
For all Bazaar details, visit https://sites.google.com/sjbulldogs.org/st-joseph-school-bazaar/home.
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