Welcome Mrs. Vielweber –  St. Joseph Catholic School has hired Mrs.Charlotte Vielweber as principal for the 2010-11 school year. Mrs. Vielweber is a lifelong resident of Freeburg, Illinois and a graduate of St. Joseph Catholic School. She attended Notre Dame Academy in Belleville. She is a registered nurse with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from McKendree University and a Master of Science in Education Administration from Southern Illinois University – Edwardsville.

Mrs. Vielweber retired five years ago from Freeburg Community High school. She was the first certified school nurse hired by the district, taught health education, and led Senior Seminar. She brings over 30 years of teaching and educational experience to this position. Mr. Russ Hart, assistant superintendent at St. Joseph School is excited to have such a seasoned professional at the helm. “She brings over thirty years of school experience, plenty of enthusiasm, and is ready to lead us in the new school year.”

“What a wonderful life experience for me to go full circle to serve as principal of the school where I once was a student. I look forward to working with Mr. Hart, assistant superintendent, the teachers and staff, and the parents. Together we will provide a quality academic program enriched with faith-based values in a safe and nurturing environment where students have many experiences both inside and outside the classroom that make learning fun and rewarding.”

 
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Welcome Back Mr. Hart - Mr. Russ Hart has been named assistant superintendent for the 2010-2011 school year at St. Joseph Catholic School. Mr. Hart has a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology Education, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a Masters degree in Public School Administration. He comes to St. Joseph with 9 years of experience as a principal in the diocese of Belleville – 3 years with St. Joseph and 6 years with Gibault Catholic High School. Prior to being a principal, Mr. Hart taught upper grade science at St. Mary Catholic School in Belleville, and St. Joseph Catholic School in Ogden, Utah.  Mr. Hart will continue as principal of Gibault Catholic High School while he is serving as assistant superintendent at St. Joseph.

Mr. Hart is looking forward to reconnecting with the St. Joseph and Freeburg communities. He will work with Fr. Mark Reyling and the board in the hiring of a new principal and implementing the newly formed strategic plan. Among his duties, he will concentrate on staff development, overseeing curriculum, and recruiting. In addition, he is excited about being part of a communications upgrade which is happening this summer at St. Joseph. School families will now receive important  information via School Reach, an automated telephone system, and FastDirect, a computerized system which delivers classroom and school office information.

“St. Joseph’s has such a rich history of producing outstanding students – over 140 years! To have the opportunity to be a part of that tradition is such a blessing. I’m truly looking forward to renewing friendships and cultivating new ones as we work together to carry on that tradition.”

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St. Joseph Catholic School
2 North Alton
Freeburg, IL 62243

618.539.3930
      

 



Teacher Wish List
Each year the teachers fill out a wish list which is placed in a binder in the teachers' lounge. Many people were not aware of this.

The following is a list of items that were requested by our teachers for their use this school year. These items may be something that you have around your home that you no longer need. Please take a look at the list to see if there is anything you may be able to provide.
Thank you for your generosity.






ACCELERATED READER AND
MATH FACTS IN A FLASH

Now through Home Connect parents can view and track student progress of AR goals, vocabulary practice quizzes and Math Facts in A Flash practice. Students can login and do extra at-home math facts practice. Simply login with your student ID and PW. Use the AR Bookfinder link to search for quizzes and use our School keycode UL695334 to search for books in our school library collection. You can also view recommended reading lists from teachers and the library.

Click here to login to AR Home Connect


15th Annual St. Joseph School Golf Tournament
Saturday, August 7th, Yorktown Golf Course


All proceeds go to our school's athletic program.
Contact: Dave
Oberholtzer @ 539-5611
        How to Support Our School         
  • Purchase gift cards from Together We’re Better*.
  • Sign up for a Target credit card. One percent of your purchases goes to the school.
  • Clip Box Tops for Education off of grocery items.
  • Collect Campbell’s soup labels.
    Recycle your ink cartridges through the school.
  • Save your magazine renewals for September when the schoolchildren sell subscriptions.
  • Contribute to the Annual Fund.
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Click here to outfit your children with uniforms from Lands’ End School online catalog. Instructions for ordering...