Saint Joseph School FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions
Parents frequently have questions that may be easily
answered in the Parent Student Handbook.
Additional sources of information include your Advisor
Family or the school
office.
Below, please find some of the most commonly asked questions.
We hope that this will help!
What time does school begin? 8:15 a.m. Students may arrive between 8:00 a.m. and 8:15
a.m. Students who arrive after 8:25 a.m. are considered tardy.
What time does school end on early dismissal days?
How are parents notified? 2:45 is dismissal on a regular day. On an early dismissal
day, students may leave at 12:25 p.m. In the event of severe weather or
emergency, students may be released early at 12:25 p.m. Parents are alerted
through local news and radio stations, postings on the school web site,
Edline, and through the new mass notification system on Edline. Please
keep your emergency contact information up to date on Edline.
What is the hot lunch schedule? The hot lunch program is now available daily. Orders
may be placed through orderlunches.com
for as little as one month or up to three months in advance. Orders must
be placed no later than the last Friday before the month begins. Orderlunches.com
accepts Visa and Mastercard. There is a 7.5% point of sale fee. Snacks
are also available on Tuesdays and Thursdays. These snacks may or may not
be purchased through the on-line orderlunches.com site. Snacks are sold
on Friday mornings at the school store. Students pay cash for the items
in the school store.
What is considered an acceptable amount of time to
complete homework? Students in grades K-3 can expect approximately 30 minutes
of homework each day.
Students in grades 4-6 can expect approximately 60 minutes
of homework each day.
Students in grades 7-8 can expect approximately 90 minutes
of homework each day.
These times will vary from student to student and from
day to day, but if you have concerns please share them with your child's
teacher. Students should review basic math skills as a part of their daily
homework.
Are students required to complete written assignments
in cursive? Students in grades 4-8 are expected to complete all assignments
to be handed in to the teacher in cursive, unless the directions permit
students to complete the assignment with a word processor/computer. Math
is the exception. Students will complete math in printing, pencil, and
show all work, unless instructed to do otherwise.
I am planning a family vacation. May I receive my child's
homework in advance? Per school policy, teachers have been asked to not give
a student homework or classwork when a family is planning to be away during
regularly scheduled classes. Instead, the teacher will work with the student
to make up the missing work when he/she returns.
Are cell phones permitted in school? The use of cell phones by students during school hours
is prohibited. If a student has a cell phone is his/her posession, the
student is requested to follow the homeroom teachers rules for collecting
the cell phone, in the "off" position upon arrival to school. The cell
phone will be returned when the student is dismissed.
Students at Saint Joseph School say the Rosary together,
led by an 8th grade student during the month of May, to honor Mary.
A Difference in Faculty
A dedicated religious and lay staff
nurtures the individual talents of each student while fostering a positive
self-image in an atmosphere of love and personal commitment.
Contribute funds and food to the homeless and needy of the
parish and community
Participate in Drug Awareness programs
Full Day Kindergarten
Provides experiences that meet children's needs and fosters
learning in all developmental areas - spiritual, physical, social, emotional,
and intellectual.
Provides an atmosphere for children to develop a good self-image
by respecting each other's individual patterns and timings of growth and
development.
Acknowledges the different levels of ability, development,
and learning styles in children by providing activities which are appropriate
to their emotional maturity.
Develops sense of responsibility and independence to help
children grow in self esteem and positive feelings toward learning.
As Catholic educators, we strive to guide and help the young
child within the framework of love, care and concern, thereby witnessing
to the Gospel teachings of Christ.
Before and After School
Programs
The after-school
program and the before-school
programs are available to students in grades K-8. This services
are provided on school days beginning at 7:00 A.M. and lasting until 5:30
P.M. A student may participate in these programs on a daily or weekly
basis. The programs allow students to interact with their peers in
a safe, well-managed environment. The "Day Off" program provides care for
students on certain professional days and holidays when school is not in
session.
Special Services
School Nurse
Social Worker
School Psychologist
Speech Clinician
Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages
Computer Technician - Reading and Math Enhancement
Advisory Families
Saint Joseph School families are available to
answer inquiries from interested parents. These families will present
the parents' perspective in regard to Catholic educational opportunities
at Saint Joseph School. The principal or school board members will
gladly provide you with the names of Advisor Families.
School Board Members
Mrs. Anita Cardona
Mrs. Karen Charest
Mr. John Dalton
The Reverend Shawn Daly
Mrs. Roseanne Ford
Mrs. Mary Jean Higgins
Mrs. Winnie Leary
Mrs. Cathy Sarault
Mr. Flavio Smilovich
Mrs. Kathy Spencer
Lucy Wozdusiewicz
Home and School Association Officers
Presidents
Mr. Anthony Montouri
Vice President
Mr. and Mrs. Patrick and Emily Haggerty
Treasurer
Mr. Richard Spencer
Secretary
Mrs. Joy Reardon
Fundraiser Volunteer Coordinator
Mrs. Jodi Richardson
Publicity Coordinator
Mr. Mark Dupuis
Saint Joseph School recruits students at a local school.
How to reach us: Saint Joseph School
159 West Main Street
Meriden, CT. 06451
(203)237-6800
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