Applications for the Private School Aid Service (PSAS) Student Aid must be postmarked today. The form must be completed to be considered for tuition assistance grants. It is submitted directly to PSAS. Here is the form.

November 24

Mothers' Club meeting, 7-9 p.m., Dining Hall. Come meet new friends!

Admissions Events:

Now Through
December 5

8th Grade Shadowing is a great way to experience SJA! Spread the word! Register here.

Today, November 21

Spiritual Retreat, 4-8 p.m., for 7th & 8th Grade Girls. This is an evening dedicated to fostering spiritual growth, as well as reflecting on each person's special gifts. Dinner is provided. The evening will conclude with a prayer service. There is a $20 fee per student. Students may register at

www.sja1890.org/admissionevents. Walk-ins alwyas welcome.

Fall Mixer for 7th and 8th grade girls and boys, 8-9:30 p.m., in The Academy Center. Enjoy dancing, music and games. $5 fee per student. Students may register at

www.sja1890.org/admissionevents. Walk-ins always welcome.

December 6

Super Saturday, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. (5th, 6th, 7th & 8th grade girls). Held in collaboration with the Great Lakes Science Center. Activities include science experiments that will thrill and excite. $20 fee per student. Students may register at www.sja1890.org/admissionevents.

December 19

Christmas at the Academy, 6:30-8 p.m. (2nd-6th grade girls). Arts, crafts and games - and maybe a visit from "Josie" Claus! Please bring along a non-perishable canned food item which will be donated to the local food bank. $5 fee per students. Questions? Call 216.251.4868. Register here.

SPOTLIGHT

Senior Honored as Volunteer of the Month at Youth Challenge

Who: Sarah Reardon '15

What: Sarah, a senior, was named Volunteer of the Month recently for Youth Challenge.

Fun Facts: Youth Challenge, based in Westlake, brings together about 160 children with physical disabilities and youth volunteers who enrich each other's lives through one-on-one participation in adapted sports and recreational activities.

"The most rewarding thing about volunteering at Youth Challenge is seeing the sense of accomplishment on the childrens' faces when they get something done. I love seeing the smiles and hearing the laughs from the participants. Also, YC is a learning experience for me. Each participant has something to teach me each time.

YC has helped shape me into the person I am today. I love volunteering, and I wouldn't trade my days there for anything."

Congratulations, Sarah, for "serving the dear neighbor."

College Corner

Mr. Bill Dull from College Now will present information on college financial aid from 7-8:30 p.m. in the auditorium on Wednesday, December 3. Topics will include how to file the FAFSA and other critical steps in the process. For more information, please contact College Counselor Department Chair Susan Emmerich here or by calling 216.251.6788.

Featured College of the Week:

Who: Canisius College.

Where: Buffalo, N.Y. 4 hours from Cleveland, large city.

Enrollment: 3,400 undergraduates.

Strongest Programs: Business, Animal Ecology, Education.

Fun Fact: The campus rests atop a labyrinth of tunnels so that during the bittler cold western New York winters, students travel to and from classes underground.

Website: www.canisius.edu

Students Learn of Possible Careers, Success Strategies at 8th Annual Women's Leadership Symposium

L-R: Student Council President Molly Walsh '15, Mrs. Jenniffer Deckard, President Mary Ann Corrigan-Davis '71.

"I am so impressed with your generation," shared Jenniffer Deckard, President and Chief Executive Officer of Fairmount Santrol Inc., at SJA's 8th Annual Women's Leadership Symposium held Wednesday. "You are our future leaders and your service - 28,000 hours last year alone! - and dedication make me humble."

Mrs. Deckard made that statement during her keynote address at the daylong event that provides students with "real world" advice from women leaders. This year's theme was sustainability, which was touched upon by both Mrs. Deckard and a panel of experts. Full Story

Student Musicians Selected for Cleveland Youth Wind Symphony

L-R: Seniors Samantha Velasco, Sydney Rexing, Morgan Clark and Emily Hanes.

Last week, four of our students had the opportunity to participate in the Ohio Music Education Association (OMEA) Honors Festival at Cleveland State University. The festival is a way to honor each individual's contribution to their school's music program. Full Story

SJA Featured on WKYC's 'Live on Lakeside'

WKYC Live on Lakeside - Saint Joseph Aademy

Isabella Morini '15 and President Mary Ann Corrigan-Davis '71 made an appearance on "Live on Lakeside" this week! If you missed the segment - which included a great presentation of our chromebooks! - please click on the image to the right.

Seven Student Athletes To Play Their Sports on Collegiate Level

L-R: Senior athletes Lexi Kim, Amber Petras, Ashley Petras, Brittany Morrison, Audrey Rieman, Sarah Johanek and Julia Herrel.

Family members and coaches watched with pride on Monday as seven student athletes signed their national letters of intent to play the sport of their choice at the college level.

"You have worked for many years to achieve this honor," shared Principal Jeff Sutliff. "We are so proud of your accomplishments and know that you will carry the spirit of Saint Joseph Academy with you as you move onto college endeavors. Congratulations!"

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PSAS Form Must Be Postmarked by Today, November 21

Tuition assistance grants are available to any eligible student attending Saint Joseph Academy. Application must be made each year. These grants range from $200 to $4,200. The Private School Aid Service (PSAS) Student Aid Form must be completed to be considered for tuition assistance grants.The PSAS form must be postmarked by today, Friday, November 21, 2014. It is submitted directly to PSAS. Here is a link to the form.

Scholarship applications are also available for the 2015-16 school year. Applications for current SJA students are due by December 12, 2014 and are available here.

Four Students Traveled to Washington, D.C. as part of the National Ignatian Teach-In for Justice

L-R: Clare Tirpak '15, Christina Abdelshahid '16,
Allison Jarus '05 of U.S. Rep. Marcy Kaptur's office, Abby Gonzales '15 and Emily Keller '15.

Four students - Emily Keller '15, Abby Gonzales '15, Clare Tirpak '16 and

Christina Abdelshahid '16 - represented SJA this past week at the Ignatian Family Teach-In for Justice (IFTJ), held in Washington, D.C. The 17th annual Teach-In coincided with the 25th anniversary of the murders of six Jesuit priests and two laywomen, killed in El Salvador on November 16, 1989, by Salvadoran military for their defense of the economically poor. More than 1,300 social justice advocates affiliated with Jesuit universities, high schools and parish representatives attended the two-day event. Full Story

Join Us To Meet Former United Nations Representative Sr. Griselda

Martinez Morales

Please join us on December 16 at SJA for an evening with Sr. Griselda Martinez Morales, CSJ, as she shares her thoughts and experiences as the former UN representative of some 14,000 Sisters of St. Joseph from around the world.

Sr. Griselda, who worked as a non-governmental organization (NGO) representative from September 2009 to July 2014, will be speaking about the global ramifications of human trafficking. While at the United Nations, Sr. Griselda sat on the Economic and Social Council, which dealt with the harsh realities of this moral plague.

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Unity Club Poinsettias Sale Begins

Unity Club is once again selling poinsettias through Maria Gardens. The sale will be from today, November 21, through Monday, December 8. There will be four colors to choose from (red, white, pink, and marbled) and three sizes (4 inch, 6 inch and 8 inch). Prices are $5, $8 and $15.

The poinsettias will be available for pickup on Wednesday, December 17, from 3-5 p.m. in the Dining Hall. Order forms are available through Unity Club Moderator Suzanne Smiley-Rozic or any Unity Club member. Email Mrs. Smiley-Rozic here if you have questions. Money raised will be used for Unity Club projects, including diversity fairs and other events.

Fall Dance is November 25

Students - the Fall Dance is almost here! The dance is being held next Tuesday, November 25, from 8-11 p.m. Or should we say "Romecoming?" The theme of the soiree is Ancient Rome.

For more information, please contact Social Studies teachers Mr. Nick Roaldi or Mr. Mike Shannon.

Paw Prints Store Christmas Wish Lists Return!

With the Christmas season fast approaching, the Paw Prints Store is happy to help with your shopping needs. The Wish Lists were a huge hit last year, so beginning on Monday, November 17, students will have two weeks to stop in the bookstore and complete a "Wish List." Students write down items (indicating color and size) they would love to find under the Christmas tree this year. The list will be kept on file in the store and when a loved one calls or comes in to shop, it will be shared. Orders may be placed over the phone.

Parents, please encourage your daughters to take a few minutes during Activity Block, study hall or after school (Tuesdays & Thursdays) to fill out a form.

We will have special Christmas shopping opportunities in December! Click here for the extended hours.

Questions? Contact Paw Prints Store Manager Colleen DeVenney here or call 216.251.6788 x228.

New Soccer Coach Announced

Ms. Danielle Hubka

Ms. Danielle Hubka has been selected as the new head coach of the Jaguar soccer program, SJA Athletic Director John Manuszak announced this week.

"Ms. Hubka comes to us having competed at some of the highest levels of women's soccer and also with a strong understanding of the coaching side of the game," shared Mr. Manuszak.

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