Newsletters

Friday 8th September 2023

A very warm welcome to a new academic year at St Joseph's!

The new academic year has started this week and it has been so good to see all the children and parents who have been back at school after the summer holidays. Also, a very warm welcome to all our new pupils and their families, we hope that they all settle quickly into school life and enjoy their time at St. Joseph’s

The staff are working on lots of exciting plans for the curriculum this year and we will be updating the website regularly with news regarding all the accomplishments of the students and families. All of the children seem to have settled in well to their new classes and we have already seen some excellent learning happening throughout school.

CONTACT INFORMATION

It is essential that we have your up to date contact details (home address, contact telephone numbers, named emergency contacts). Your child should have brought home a data collection sheet today for you to complete. Please return to your class teacher before the end of next week Friday 15th September.

LEADING LEARNING FOR MAKERS OF THE FUTURE

During the INSET day on Monday the 4^th of September, all of our staff spent the day at Sheffield University with Dr Alison Buxton and her team, to kick off our MAKER journey. It was an incredible day and everyone was extremely excited about all the possibilities and opportunities that would be made available to our school.

We are embarking on both our bronze and silver accreditation and are now officially a MAKER school. MAKER, provides opportunities for children and teachers in school to develop skills, knowledge and mind-sets for future success – inspiring creators, innovators and problem solvers

Today in assembly, the children were introduced to this exciting initiative and also learnt about the MAKER spirit. This could be referred to as a type of mind-set or out of the box thinking. We believe that given the right environment and opportunities, we can all develop a way of being that helps us to see the world as full of possibilities.

During this year and beyond, we shall be working closely with Sheffield University to develop our MAKER curriculum and develop our MAKER knowledge , skills and spirit.

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Eat Smart Sheffield have issued a Parent/Carer Newsletter which pulls together a range of information, advice and top tips on how to eat healthily throughout the day. The newsletter can be accessed using this link:

Eat Smart Sheffield Newsletter for Parents and Carers

Eat Smart Sheffield are also planning a free webinar aimed at parents/carers - 'Top Tips for a Healthier Bank Balance - How to Eat Well & Save Money’.

This will be held on 21^st September from 9.30am via Zoom.

Meet the Teacher Meetings

Our Meet the Teacher meetings are a valuable opportunity for parents and carers to connect with your child's class teacher and discover how you can support your child's learning throughout the academic year. The meeting will consist of a presentation by the class teacher and will inform you not only of the curriculum, but also expectations of their age group.

We strongly encourage all parents and carers to attend these meetings as they provide an informative experience tailored to each year group. It's an ideal opportunity to address any queries or concerns you may have. Research has shown that when parents work alongside the school, their child’s learning benefits.

Please take note of the dates and times for this year's 'Meet the Teacher' meetings below:

Upcoming Events and Important Dates

Mon 4th September – Inset day (No pupils in school)

Tues 5th September – Inset day (No pupils in school)

Wed 6th September – Pupils return to school

Tues 12th September - Visit from Handsworth Sword Dancers group

Wed 13th September - Year 1 Meet the Teacher meeting @ 4:30pm

Fri 15th September - Democracy Day

Mon 18th September - Year 6 Meet the Teacher meeting @3:30pm

Tues 19th September - Year 3 Meet the Teacher meeting @3:30pm

Thurs 21st September - Year 2 Meet the Teacher meeting @3:30pm

Tues 26th September - European Day of Languages

Thurs 5th October - NSPCC online assemblies for KS1 & KS2

Mon 9th October - Wellbeing Day

Tues 10th October - Harvest Festival @2pm in church

Wed 11th - Fri 13th October - Y6 Thornbridge Residential

Wed 11th October - Y3 visit to Moorlands Discoevry Centre

Tues 17th October - Reception - Y6 Parent's Evening 3:30 - 6pm

Wed 18th October - Y1 visit to Centenary Riverside Nature Reserve

Thurs 19th October - Reception - Y6 Parent's Evening 3:30 - 6pm

Autumn Half term – 23rd to 27th October

Monday 30th October – Pupils return to school

Wed 1st November - Y2 visit to The Deep

Tues 7th November - Y4 Viking Workshop

Sat 18th November - Open Morning 9:30 - 12pm

Fri 1st December - Blessing of Advent Wreaths

Friday 22nd December – School finishes at 1:30pm

Christmas Break – 25th December – 5th January

CONTACT INFORMATION

Meet the Teacher Meetings

Upcoming Events and Important Dates

Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Friday 8th September

Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us!