Cadet Events & Traditions

Typically in August 

Welcome Week begins one week prior to the start of classes. All students are required to arrive in uniform. An official Welcome Week Schedule will be emailed, but during the orientation, you will be able to:

• Log in and test drive your Plus Portal. We can also assist you during orientation. Each student must have their electronic device charged and ready for use on the SJ network for the first day of school!
• Review the school calendar, freshman guide opportunity, community service, fall sports schedule, and our list of 50+ clubs!
• Receive your class schedules.

A Few Quick Tips for Parents:

• When you drop your student off, please make sure to use the "drop off" lane that directs you to the gym lot. The gym entrance will be open for use.  All buses will be in service beginning the first day of classes.
• There is no school supply list for students, apart from the electronic device. Some teachers may require a specific item to be used in class, and if so, this will be discussed during class specific orientations. Please wait to purchase additional supplies until discussed in class.

September Event 

Back to School Night is an event for current parents to meet faculty, staff and administrators and St Joes. Parents will rotate through their student's schedule to meet faculty members and learn about classroom goals for the year.

Fall, Winter, & Spring

St. Joes Prep Rallies are a powerful demonstration of our community and a great show of support for our athletic teams. During the pep rally, individual teams are introduced and cheered on! 

And it wouldn't be a St Joes Pep Rally if we didn't end with a singing of our Alma Mater and Battle of the Classes!

October Event 

St. Joseph High School's Student Council works hard to bring new initiatives and excitement to each year's Spirit Week! During one week in the Fall, each day is themed and all students are encouraged to participate.  Past themes have included: Get Your Pink On (Dress Down Day to support cancer awareness); Hawaiian Day; and Color Wars.

Spirit Week activities also include our Annual Walk-a-thon, Field Day, and Powder Puff Game (see below).

At the end of each Spirit Week, SJ Cadets celebrate at our homecoming assembly, game, and dance! 

October Event

Lace up your sneakers and get ready to walk!

Each year, the St. Joes community joins together to have some fun while raising money for the school. This is the sole student-based fundraiser to benefit the school, so participation is both expected and appreciated. Each student has a goal of raising $100 which goes toward supporting our school’s mission and providing funding for St Joes academics, athletics, and physical improvements to school.

Walkathon has a rich history of more than 30 years. 

Check back soon for information on how to support your student during Walkathon! 

Students and parents should also check PlusPortals regularly for up-to-date announcements and forms regarding Walkathon.

October Event 

The Powder Puff Game typically takes place during Spirit Week and after SJ's Walkathon.  The junior and senior girls go head to head in a game of flag football. Powder fills the stands as students cheer on their classmates. Every year we are impressed with the speed, skill and school spirit our Cadets display!

October Event

The Homecoming Mass and Senior Assembly is the first of 3 Commencement Activities for our Seniors! They will watch a senior slideshow and see who is crowned Homecoming King, Queen, Prince, and Princessess.

Also -- Homecoming Weekend is the perfect time for SJ Alumni to visit their Alma Mater! There are so many opportunities for St. Joes Alumni to relive their glory days! Homecoming weekend includes our Athletics Hall of Fame, Homecoming Football Game, Reunions, and Homecoming Dance - it's a packed weekend!

October Event

Halloween is a big at St. Joes! Our students dress in some of the most creative costumes (with a few rules, of course) and at the end of the day, prizes are awarded!

November Event

Partnering with the Port 5 Naval Veterans Association in Bridgeport, CT is one of the highlights of St Joe's Veterans Day Assembly!

November Event  

St Joes Thanksgiving Needs Drive is a wonderful tradition that ensures we give back and give thanks!

December Event 

Great for families! Join St Joseph High School as we celebrate the Christmas season by lighting one of the trees in our courtyard. 

Hot chocolate and a surprise "special guest" complete this great event!

Winter & Spring Events

Join us for a concert showcasing the hard work of our SJ musical students as well as a showcase of Cadet artwork. It's a great time for families to come together and celebrate the fine arts at St Joes!

December Event 

Each ornament on our Giving Tree has a list of items for those in need. Members of our community simply choose an ornament, purchase the items, and return the gifts with their ornament attached!

Examples of items listed:

* Bedtime Bags: a book, small stuffed animal, and children's toiletries.
* Blessings Bag for the Homeless: a gift bag with a reusable water bottle, gloves, socks, and small toiletries.

December Event 

It's a day that brings smiles to all our faces! Christmas Sweater Day is typically the Friday before Christmas vacation and faculty, staff, and students take part.  

The Jeopardy Club is fairly new at St Joes, but that doesn't make it any less popular! 

Twice a year, students will challenge faculty/staff to a real-time game! Questions are designed for high school students and come from past Jeopardy Teen Tournaments. View a full list of our clubs here!

March Event 

Celebrating The Feast of St Joseph is one of our most cherished traditions. Classes are cancelled, and instead all students, faculty, and staff take part in a day-long celebration that includes Mass, service projects, and various engaging activities for our students. 

Students are then divided into groups and rotate around the school to different stations: three of which will always included meal-packing, creating Easter baskets, and a street festival lunch. 

May Event

St Joe's New Student and Parent Orientation is mandatory for all new students. Orientation is a great opportunity to meet faculty, staff, and  future classmates. We will prepare you for an easy transition to high school.

* Tip: You do not have to purchase SJ gear in advance, but feel free to wear anything maroon, gold or gray to show your school spirit!

Here's a preview of the event: 

• Learn what's expected during your first weeks as new students!
• Speak to our Bursar regarding all tuition questions and paperwork.
• All students will be given their tentative class schedules at orientation.
• Our school nurse will be on hand to address any medical questions or concerns.
• Receive your summer reading lists and sign up for Summer Programs or Sports Camps.
• Get in the game: all Athletic Coaches will be on hand for summer practice schedule sign ups.
• Register for Bus Transportation and learn more about Carpool to School with our office secretary.
• Speak with a representative from Blake's Uniform, who will be on hand to take your uniform measurements and place orders.
• Meet the Director for Extracurricular Activities and Director for Campus Ministry to learn about involvement opportunities and service guidelines.
• Parents: meet the Office of Advancement to see how parents get involved!

June Event 

Class Day is a St Joes tradition that gathers the entire school to celebrate our underclassmen! Academic awards and scholarships are announced and parents are invited to join us.