Athletics

The operation of our Athletic Program is coordinated by our Athletic Committee. The Committee consists of the athletic director(s), a treasurer, and a secretary. The Principal is an ex-officio member. The chairperson of the committee serves as an ex-officio member of the School Board.

This committee oversees the operation of the Athletic Program which is a self-supporting program. It recruits volunteer coaches, recruits eligible students, schedules practices and games, provides uniforms and equipment necessary for play, coordinates parents volunteers, and raises funds through the operation of a concessions stand and door charge.

Prior to the start of each season, a sign-up meeting is held which includes all parents of students interested in a particular sport and the members of the athletic committee. These meetings are announced in the school newsletter.

The current officers include:
          Mrs. Donna Stone, Director

Download Athletic Calendars, Schedules, and Driving Directions & Maps to Schools (pdf files)

Student Council

Students in Grade 4 and above are eligible to be part of the St. Joseph Student Council. The Council, along with its faculty advisors, seeks to promote the goals of the school and to promote school spirit through its ideas and activities. Elections of Officers and of Classroom Representatives take place in the Fall. Meetings are held at a time decided upon by the elected Council and faculty advisors.

2009-2010 Student Council Roster

Sydney Mayer & Kaylyn Padawang, Co-Presidents

Sophie Ayala, Vice President

Talia Rodkey, Secretary

Eugene Wojciechowski, Treasurer

Representatives:

Music Appreciation

The study of music is an important part of a child's education. Not only does it help develop critical thinking skills, creative problem solving, effective communication, and team work, but it also helps keep students engaged in school and achieve in other academic subjects such as math, science, and reading. And, it's fun! If your child loves to sing or play an instrument, perform in concerts, and compete at competitions, St. Joseph School has the class he/she needs:

Download Music Forms (pdf files)

Band

The St. Joseph Band Program is an award winning program that is both fun and educational. All bands participate in a variety of activities throughout the school year. Please note that participating in band is a yearlong commitment and students will not be allowed to drop once they have started.

Beginning Band

Each student will receive one 30 minute group/private lesson each week. After Christmas Break students will meet in a large group on Wednesdays at recess in addition to their group/private lesson. Beginning Band is for students in their first year of playing.

Concert Band

The Concert Band will practice on Mondays and Fridays during their recess time. Attendance at all practices is mandatory unless you are out from school or have a note from a parent/teacher. Each student will also receive one 30 minute group/private lesson each week. Concert Band is for students in grades 4-5 who are in their second and third year of playing.

Symphonic Band

Symphonic Band will practice on Tuesdays after school from 2:30 - 4:00 P.M. Each student will also receive one 30 minute group/private lesson each week. Symphonic Band is mainly for students in grades 6-8 with a few younger students who have been appointed by the director on an at need basis.

Jazz Band

Jazz Band will practice on Thursdays after school from 2:30 - 4:00 P.M. starting the first week of October, 2006. Attendance at all practices is mandatory unless you are out from school or have a note from a parent/teacher. This group is mainly for students in grades 6-8 who play saxophone, trumpet, trombone/baritone, drums, piano, or guitar. Younger students and different instruments are appointed by the director on an at need basis.

Concert Choir

If you love to sing, perform in concerts, compete at competitions, and have fun then you should join the St. Joseph Concert Choir! Concert Choir is for students in grades 4-8. Attendance at all practices and performances is mandatory. Students missing more than three practices will be asked to leave the choir. We will be participating in three concerts: IGSMA District Choir Competition, IGSMA Solo and Ensemble Competition, and the Round Lake All Star Choir Festival. We will also perform at select family masses and at Wednesday masses.

Winter Guard

Winter Guard information coming soon!

Just for Fun (Online Games)

Go online to the following Web sites for free keyboarding lessons and games:

     Learn 2 Type for Kids:  (http://www.schools.learn2type.com)

     Senselang:  (http://www.sense-lang.org/typing/)

     FreeTypingGame.Net: (http://www.freetypinggame.net/)

     typeonline.co.uk:  (http://www.typeonline.co.uk/)

FAQs

Question: Can students and parents track the student's academic progress online?

Yes. TeacherEase is a Web-based gradebook used by St. Joseph School for students in grades 3-8. Students and parents can check assignments, grades, attendance, and missing assignments over the Internet. The homeroom teacher will help you gain access to the service. Contact your child's teacher if you have lost your password.