4-12-2017 Weekly Newsletter

SJA E-NEWS | April 12, 2017 In This Issue Student Spotlight College Corner 'Empty Bowls Project' Supports the Greater Cleveland Food Bank

Parents: At-A-Glance Thursday, April 13-Monday, April 17 Easter Break/No School/Office Closed

Tuesday, April 18 Easter Break/No School/Office Open

Students Gain Insights from KeyBank Business and Finance Professionals

Thursday, April 20 Spring Open House for Prospective Parents and Students 6-8 p.m.

Student Secures Top Three Finish in Chinese Speech Contest

Friday, April 21 Faculty & Staff Retreat/No School/Office Closed

Students Reflect at Kairos XXXVIII Students Celebrate National Library Week

'Empty Bowls Project' Supports the Greater Cleveland Food Bank This week, students in Art I, Art II and Honors Independent Study: Ceramics III classes held the 'Empty Bowls Project' to benefit the Greater Cleveland Food Bank. "It is our second year hosting this event, which supports the work of the Greater Cleveland Food Bank and Saint Joseph Academy's own student artwork," shared event cochair Bailey Brogan '17.

A Touch of Classical" Concert Was a Delight!

World Language Students Gain Experience Outside the Classroom at Cleveland International Film Fest Seniors Gain Appreciation for Arts with Field Trip to Hamlet World Language Students Gain Experience Outside the Classroom at Cleveland International Film Fest Spring Open House for Prospective Parents and Students is a Week Away!

Mothers-Daughters-Don't Miss this Annual Eucharist and Brunch Student Wellness Survey is April 27 Spring Scholarship Luncheon is Next Month!

Parents, Will You Help with This Challenge?

Sports Highlights

2017 student artwork from the 'Empty Bowls Project'

This year's event has raised more than $900.

Congratulations to Visual Arts teacher Ms. Terise Janca '93, who coordinated the event and students on a successful event! Click here for photos from the evening.

Students Gain Insights from KeyBank Business and Finance Professionals Last week, Saint Joseph Academy students had the opportunity to learn more about networking and making connections while experiencing firsthand stories about professional roles within the financial services industry through a program presented by KeyBank.

The KeyBank Business and Finance Learning Sponsorship Program, sponsored by Key Women's Network, brought 30 students from local Cleveland

Students at the KeyBank Business

Quick Links School Calendar Paw Prints Store Calendar

Saturday, April 22 Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony & Banquet, 6-9 p.m.

Sunday, April 23 Mother-Daughter Eucharist and Brunch, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Monday, April 24 Junior Day Retreat, 8 a.m.-3 p.m.

ODE Testing - US History, Auditorium, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.

Tuesday, April 25 ODE Testing - US Government, Auditorium, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.

Wednesday, April 26 Early Dismissal, 2 p.m.

Talent Show Open House for Paws for Pride, 6-8 p.m.

area high schools to Key Tower for a full day of immersion. This is the third year that Saint Joseph Academy students have participated.

and Finance Learning Sponsorship Program

With this program, students learned how analysts generate stock recommendations from a Markets Research Analyst, visited the trading floor to learn about foreign exchange, derivatives and equities, listened to presentations from the Chief Information Officer, Chief Operational Risk Officer and Director of Corporate Center on their roles at KeyBank and their career journeys.

Participants also received tips on preparing for college internships and career opportunities and joined a discussion about personal finance by Relationship Managers in how to achieve personal success.

The Business and Finance Learning Sponsorship Program is a great opportunity for students to learn not only about KeyBank, but to engage in discussion about their own personal finances, to learn something about financial planning and to think about their college and career plans.

"I learned the key to reaching your goals is to never give up. If one way doesn't work, try a new way, change the method to solve a problem or perform more efficiently. Not everything is simple. Some things take time and skill in order to accomplish them, but you should never give up. Give all your effort to any size job; big or small, or don't do it at all," shared Jaela Vincent '18.

Student Secures Top Three Finish in Chinese Speech Contest Last Saturday, Advanced Placement (AP) Chinese student, Alexandra Hamel '18, attended the Ohio K-12 Speech Contest at Cleveland State University with Chinese teacher Mrs. Megan Hsiao. The Ohio K-12 Chinese Speech Contest is an annual competition for elementary, middle and high school students from Ohio.

There are three levels within the high school group.

Congratulations to Alexandra Hamel '18 for securing third place among the high school level III group!

Thursday, April 27

Alexandra Hamel '18

Student Wellness Survey

Friday, April 28 Paws for Pride

Student Spotlight

Students Reflect at Kairos XXXVIII 45 Juniors and eight Senior leaders gathered at the St. Leonard's Youth Retreat Center last week for Kairos XXXVIII. Kairos retreats focus on deepening personal relationships with God during three days of discerning and discovery. Through a variety of activities, including small group discussions, Students at Kairos XXXVIII journaling, and participation in the Sacrament of Reconciliation, Kairos participants are encouraged to reflect on the many ways they experience God's love in their lives.

Students Celebrate National Library Week

Name: Carol Hall '17 Accomplishments:

This week, libraries across the country celebrated National Library Week. The Nazareth Library hosted a reading time for 20 minutes during homeroom on Wednesday, encouraging students to bring books and share their favorite books and authors.

Carol will receive the Girl Scouts' Gold Award in June.

This national award represents a girl's time, leadership, creativity and contribution to making the world a better place. The achievements of this award and its recipients are acknowledged by several government and non-profit organizations.

Each candidate meets a need in her community by representing outstanding leadership in the completion of a take-action project.

Carol's project was entitled "Soccer Kick Wall."

In order to achieve the Girl Scout's highest honor, Carol performed many acts of civic and community responsibility by advocating, educating, advancing diversity, problem-solving and inspiring others to act.

Congratulations, Carol!

Activities & Interests: Carol is in Concert Band, where she is a flutist and in the Jazz Band where she plays alto saxophone. Carol is a Varsity member of the Golf and Track teams and is a National Honor Society member.

College Corner

Students reading in the Nazareth Library

"A Touch of Classical" Concert Was a Delight!

On Tuesday evening, the Performing Arts department performed "A Touch of Classical" Concert. The program featured the String Orchestra, Concert Band, Handbell Ensemble and The Academy Chorale.

L-R: Imari Hill '19 and Marlena Noeth '19

Click here to read more about selections from the concert and to see a link for photos from the performance.

World Language Students Gain Experience Outside the Classroom at Cleveland International Film Festival Last week, students taking World Language courses attended the Cleveland International Film Festival event called FilmSlam. The event is geared towards students and is complete with a brief curriculum.

Students studying Spanish III and Advanced Placement (AP) saw Spanish short films with Spanish teacher Mr. Ethan Saurwein, students studying Latin attended the International short films with Latin teacher Mrs. Hannah Speice and students studying the Chinese language saw Chinese short films with Chinese teacher Mrs. Megan Hsiao.

World Language students at the Cleveland International Film Festival

School: Dickinson College

Seniors Gain Appreciation for Arts with Field Trip Last week, Seniors attended a field trip to the Hanna Theatre at Playhouse Square to see a performance of the Great Lakes Theater Company's interpretation of William Shakespeare's Hamlet.

Location: Carlisle, PA (5.5 hours from Cleveland) Rural Enrollment: 2,400 undergraduates

The field trip for Seniors is integral to Saint Joseph Academy's efforts to create lifelong appreciation of the arts and the world-class cultural institutions our region provides.

Strongest Programs: English, Political Science, International Business and Management, History, Psychology and Foreign Languages Fun Facts: The steps leading into the oldest building on campus, are used only twice a year: fall convocation and spring commencement. The school is rich in history and has a global perspective. dickinson.edu

English Students Inspired by Alumna Leader This week, students in English teacher Mrs. Paula Conti's "Women Leading in the 21st Century" class listened to speaker and alumna Megan Lowes '09. The class highlights women leaders through Students (with English teacher Mrs. the ages as well as contributions they Paula Conti) learn professional advice have made to society. Students develop from Megan Lowes '09 skills needed to influence both the local and global community for the common good through studying models and theories of leadership, as well as through exposure to female leaders in Northeast Ohio.

Megan attended John Carroll University where she double majored in Marketing and Business Logistics and minored in Entrepreneurship. She earned her Bachelors of Science in Business Administration in May 2013.

Click here to read more about Megan's advice to students.

Spring Open House for Prospective Parents and Students is a Week Away!

Do you have friends or family members that want to learn more about all the wonderful things students are experiencing at Saint Joseph Academy? Join us on Thursday, April 20 at 6 p.m. to learn more about what makes Saint Joseph Academy so unique! Guided tours of campus will be provided, as well as an opportunity to meet our faculty, coaches and current students. Upon arrival, prospective students will matched with a current Saint Joseph Academy student who shares similar interests.

Questions? Please contact Assistant Director of Admission Mrs. Diana Fogarty.

Mothers-Daughters: Don't Miss this Annual Eucharist and Brunch Please join us on Sunday, April 23 for the Mother-Daughter Eucharist and Brunch.

The event will take place in the Academy Center with doors opening at 9:30 a.m. Mass begins at 10 a.m. with brunch immediately following.

The deadline to register is Wednesday, April 19. Register for the event by clicking here. This event is open to all current students, mothers and motherfigures. For questions, please contact Science Teacher and Department Chair Mrs. Valerie Sanfilippo.

Student Wellness Survey is April 27 A key component of Catholic education is the development of the whole student. Our Wellness Curriculum is designed to meet the specific needs of our students. To help identify the needs and measure the progress of our efforts, we have scheduled the Wellness Survey for all students on Thursday, April 27. The survey is comprised of 100 multiple-choice questions and is based on the Independent School Health Check (lSHC). Please be assured that the survey responses are all confidential and anonymous.

We hope that every parent or guardian will choose to allow his or her daughter to participate. However, parents or guardians may choose to have their daughter not participate. If you do not want your daughter to participate in the survey, please notify School Counselor Ms. Maryann Marek by Monday, April 24.

Spring Scholarship Luncheon is Next Month!

Please join us on Wednesday, May 3 for the Spring Scholarship Luncheon. Attendees will enjoy a lovely luncheon and raffle at the Westwood Country Club. The proceeds from the luncheon are directed to the Saint Joseph Academy Scholarship Fund. All are welcome. Please click here to register.

For questions, please contact Alumnae Director Ms. Allison Busser '04.

Parents, Will You Help with This Challenge?

As Saint Joseph Academy parents, we know that you realize how vital it is in today's challenging world that your children receive an education in a faith-filled, empowering and nurturing environment. You can help continue the mission of Saint Joseph Academy. A generous benefactor has offered us $25,000 to mount the third annual Parent Participation Challenge. Like last year, parents are being challenged to make a minimum gift of $25 to the Annual Fund in gratitude for the opportunities being provided at the Academy for their daughters. If at least 25 percent of our current parents make a commitment, the Academy will receive $25,000 to support our incredible students.

We met this challenge last year, so we know that Saint Joseph Academy parents are an amazing group of people.

We see the proof in your daughters each day. Please support the challenge today by clicking here.

Sports Highlights Four Seniors Sign NCAA National Letters of Intent Four outstanding Saint Joseph Academy student-athlete Seniors signed NCAA National Letters of Intent on Wednesday, April 12.

Claire Orsagos '17 will join Ohio Northern University's basketball program. Claire has been the point guard for the Jaguars and a team captain since her Sophomore season. She led the Jaguars in assists in each of those seasons. She has received the "Jaguar Award," "Heart and Hustle Award" and "Coaches' Award" in the last three seasons respectively from the Saint Joseph Academy coaching staff.

Annie Rolf 17 will attend Lindenwood University in St. Charles, Missouri, where she will compete on their Women's Division I Elite L-R: Seniors Claire Orsagos, Annie Rolf, Ellen rugby team. Annie has played an instrumental role in the tremendous Vichill and Lauren Zawie success of the rugby program over the last four years. She helped lead the Jaguars to state titles in 2014, 2015 and 2016 while also guiding the Jaguars to their first-ever national championship in 2016. Annie Rolf was named Miss Rugby Ohio in 2016 which is awarded each year to the top high school player in the state.

Ellen Vichill '17 signed with Marietta College, where she will play basketball. Ellen was a three-year member of the varsity basketball program at SJA and helped Jaguar basketball to a 48-25 record during that time. She earned the "Jaguar Award" from the Saint Joseph Academy coaching staff following her Sophomore season. She is a member of the National Honor Society and has received academic honors during her four years at the Academy.

Lauren Zawie '17 will join Cleveland State University's track and field team. Lauren is a four-year letterwinner in outdoor track and field along with being a two-year letterwinner in indoor track. She is a three-time state qualifier, competing at the outdoor state track meet in 2016 in the 4×100 relay and 4×200 relay at the 2016 indoor state meet.

As an individual, she was a regional finalist in the 200 meter dash during the 2016 outdoor season. Lauren Zawie '17 was also a regional qualifier in outdoor track in 2014 in the 200 meter dash. She has earned numerous team awards and has been a team captain. Lauren is currently a member of three relay teams that hold school records (4×100, 4×200 and 800 meter sprint medley).

Congratulations, Jaguars, for your accomplishments in and out of the classroom!

Lacrosse Tops Gilmour 6-5 The varsity lacrosse team picked up its first win of the season on Monday at Gilmour Academy as the Jaguars posted a 6-5 win over the Lancers.

To check out photos or to see the schedules for the upcoming week, click here.

The varsity lacrosse team after their win over Gilmour Academy

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