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LandsʻEnd Uniform Pop-Up Shop

Posted on July 15, 2024 in: General News

LandsʻEnd Uniform Pop-Up Shop

Lands'End has a pop-up shop in the Prince Kūhiō Plaza where you can get fitted for your school uniforms. Their staff will assist you with getting the right sizes and ordering what you need. Order in store and receive FREE SHIPPING. No minimum purchase required. Package will be delivered to your ...

Professional Engineering Day

Posted on July 03, 2024 in: General News

Professional Engineering Day

East Hawaiʻi engineering firms and NexTech Hawaiʻi celebrate National Professional Engineers Day with an opportunity for Hawaiʻi youth to meet and learn from local engineers. The day will include a one-on-one Career Match where students meet...

Elementary School Supply Drop Off

Posted on July 01, 2024 in: General News

Elementary School Supply Drop Off

GET A HEAD START ON THE YEAR Drop off your child's supplies before the first day of school. Reserve your time by clicking here

Class of 1984 - 40th Reunion

Posted on June 25, 2024 in: General News

Class of 1984 - 40th Reunion

On June 22, 2024, our St. Joseph Class of 1984 celebrated their 40th class reunion at Lehua Restaurant at 'Imiloa. Of the 51 graduates, about 35 were in attendance. It was an amazing night of memories and fellowship. Many graduates came from near and far. Former and current teachers and Athlet...

Ministry of Leadership Development

Posted on June 24, 2024 in: General News

Ministry of Leadership Development

The Christian Leadership Institute - Hawaii (CLI-HI) seeks to provide an opportunity for young people to develop skills for leadership and Christian Ministry. The week-long experience challenges young people to share insights and knowledge and to foster one another’s learning experiences in gr...

SUMMER FOOD SERVICE PROGRAM

Posted on June 10, 2024 in: General News

SUMMER FOOD SERVICE PROGRAM

The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) is a federal program made available to eligible areas to ensure that children receive nutritious meals throughout the year. This program merges summer activity programs with a federal meal reimbursement program. For a map of SFSP Sites, click here. A lis...

Building a Ministry and Building Faith

Posted on June 10, 2024 in: General News

Building a Ministry and Building Faith

St. Joseph School Alumna, Kirra Low, Class of 2024, was featured in an article in the latest edition of the Hawaiʻi Catholic Herald. She is interviewed by Sister Malia Dominca Wong, OP and discusses her relationship with God. Read the complete story below. Congratulatio...

PRE-REGISTER NOW: After School Care 2024-2025 School Year

Posted on June 06, 2024 in: General News

PRE-REGISTER NOW: After School Care 2024-2025 School Year

[INVITATION] Eucharistic Congress

Posted on June 03, 2024 in: General News

[INVITATION] Eucharistic Congress

Employment Opportunities

Posted on May 31, 2024 in: General News

Employment Opportunities

St. Joseph School is looking to hire for the following position(s): Substitute Teacher Click on the above link(s) for more information

Ke Kapa Inoa Essay Winner

Posted on May 31, 2024 in: General News

Ke Kapa Inoa Essay Winner

Congratulations to Grant Newman, on his winning piece on Kapa Inoa or Hawaiian Naming. He demonstrated exceptional journalistic skills with a compelling piece that showcased the various names of the next five future graduating classes of St. Joseph School, an...

Class of 2024 Salutatorian

Posted on May 20, 2024 in: General News

Class of 2024 Salutatorian

CONGRATULATIONS ELSA!

Class of 2024 Valedictorian

Posted on May 20, 2024 in: General News

Class of 2024 Valedictorian

CONGRATULATIONS ZALIA!

2024 Jimmy Yagi Basketball Clinic Registration - Open

Posted on May 14, 2024 in: General News

2024 Jimmy Yagi Basketball Clinic Registration - Open

The 2024 Coach Jimmy Yagi Vulcan Basketball Camp is set for July 22-25 at the Pana'ewa Park Gym. The four-day camp for boys and girls aged 9-17 runs 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. Registration is $120 with a maximum participant number of 180. The camp, instructed by Vulcans players and basketb...

LEVELING UP!

Posted on May 14, 2024 in: General News

LEVELING UP!

COME AND JOIN US

2024 COMMENCEMENT

Posted on May 14, 2024 in: General News

2024 COMMENCEMENT

CELEBRATE WITH THE CLASS OF 2024

Mark Your Calendar

Posted on May 13, 2024 in: General News

Mark Your Calendar

This Thursday - Youʻre Invited!

Posted on May 06, 2024 in: General News

This Thursday - Youʻre Invited!

National Teacher Appreciation Week

Posted on May 06, 2024 in: General News

National Teacher Appreciation Week

May 6 - 10 is National Teacher Appreciation Week We want to thank our teachers for their patience and dedication everyday. We are truly blessed to have such great faculty who are committed to serving and celebrating the uniqueness of each student at St. Joseph School. We appreciate a...

Principal Appreciation Day - Mahalo Kumu Kipapa

Posted on May 01, 2024 in: General News

Principal Appreciation Day - Mahalo Kumu Kipapa

MAHALO KUMU KIPAPA! WE APPRECIATE ALL THAT YOU DO FOR ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL.

PTG MEETING THIS THURSDAY - 5/2

Posted on April 30, 2024 in: General News

PTG MEETING THIS THURSDAY - 5/2

COME JOIN US!

May Breakfast and Lunch Menus

Posted on April 25, 2024 in: General News

May Breakfast and Lunch Menus

This month's breakfast and lunch menu are attached. Breakfast is served every morning from 7:15 to 7:40 AM in the school cafeteria. Families who are interested in submitting an application for free or reduced meals are welcome to do so anytime there is a change in family income.&...

May Events Calendar - Elementary Division

Posted on April 18, 2024 in: General News

May Events Calendar - Elementary Division

Here's what's happening for May in the Elementary A downloadable version of the calendar is attached

Math Enrichment Program: Grades 5 - 8

Posted on April 16, 2024 in: General News

Math Enrichment Program: Grades 5 - 8

BIIF Tennis Individual Championship Schedule

Posted on April 15, 2024 in: General News

BIIF Tennis Individual Championship Schedule

BIIF Tennis Championships will be held Thursday (4/18) through Saturday (4/20) Matches will be played at Holua Tennis Courts and Royal Kona Resort The following is the schedule for Thursday (4/18): Matches @ Holua Tennis Courts 8:30 am: Grant Ne...

Sports Update - Boyʻs Volleyball

Posted on April 15, 2024 in: General News

Sports Update - Boyʻs Volleyball

Tonight's Boyʻs Volleyball Match (4/15) versus Pāhoa has been cancelled.

Request for Proposals - Meal Program

Posted on April 10, 2024 in: General News

Request for Proposals - Meal Program

St. Joseph School May Day Festival

Posted on April 10, 2024 in: General News

St. Joseph School May Day Festival

YOUʻRE INVITED! TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW AT: https:/buytickets.at/stjosephschool/1189493

April is Tsunami Awareness Month

Posted on April 10, 2024 in: General News

April is Tsunami Awareness Month

The more you are aware, the better you are prepared. Mahalo to one of our parents who works with the Office of the Mayor for sharing this information.

April Breakfast and Lunch Menus

Posted on March 25, 2024 in: General News

April Breakfast and Lunch Menus

This month's breakfast and lunch menu are attached. Reminder, breakfast is served every morning from 7:15 to 7:40 AM in the school cafeteria. Families who are interested in submitting an application for free or reduced meals are welcome to do so anytime there is a change in ...

Elementary Events Calendar - April

Posted on March 25, 2024 in: General News

Elementary Events Calendar - April

Here's what's coming up in April for the Elementary

2024 Congretional Youth Programs

Posted on March 18, 2024 in: General News

2024 Congretional Youth Programs

Please see the attached document for more details

YOUʻRE INVITED - St. Joseph Church Easter Egg Hunt

Posted on March 13, 2024 in: General News

YOUʻRE INVITED - St. Joseph Church Easter Egg Hunt

YOUTH MEDIA CHALLENGE

Posted on March 12, 2024 in: General News

YOUTH MEDIA CHALLENGE

Nā Leo Youth Media Challenge is offering an opportunity for our island's youth aged 11-24 to showcase their media talents and perspectives on critical issues. They are accepting Public Service Announcements, Short Films, and Digital Artwork across 13 Themed Categories. The deadline to submit ...

Summer School Assistance Program

Posted on February 29, 2024 in: General News

Summer School Assistance Program

ALU LIKE, Inc. would like to announce the opening of the Native Hawaiian Summer School Assistance Program (NHSSAP) application on April 1, 2024. Families with children currently in grades K - 12 attending a Hawaiʻi Department of Education, Public Charter, or select private school are welcome...

Japanese Language Students Make Pen Pals with Students in Japan

Posted on February 29, 2024 in: General News

Japanese Language Students Make Pen Pals with Students in Japan

Our Japanese Language students, levels 1 - 3, received letters from students in Japan as a part of a letter exchange program with Seto Solan Elementary. 4th graders wrote to our students in Japanese and included a translated version of their letter in English. Pictured above are a ...

February is Hawaiian Language Month

Posted on February 29, 2024 in: General News

February is Hawaiian Language Month

February is Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, or Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be highlighting a word or phrase every day. Be sure to check our newsletter daily for the Hawaiian word or phrase of the day.

February is Hawaiian Language Month

Posted on February 28, 2024 in: General News

February is Hawaiian Language Month

February is Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, or Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be highlighting a word or phrase every day. Be sure to check our newsletter daily for the Hawaiian word or phrase of the day.

February is Hawaiian Language Month

Posted on February 27, 2024 in: General News

February is Hawaiian Language Month

February is Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, or Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be highlighting a word or phrase every day. Be sure to check our newsletter daily for the Hawaiian word or phrase of the day.

2023 - 2024 Boys Volleyball Schedule

Posted on February 26, 2024 in: General News

2023 - 2024 Boys Volleyball Schedule

Support our Student Athletes

2023 - 2024 Track and Field Schedule

Posted on February 26, 2024 in: General News

2023 - 2024 Track and Field Schedule

Support our Student Athletes

March Breakfast / Lunch Menus

Posted on February 26, 2024 in: General News

March Breakfast / Lunch Menus

This month's breakfast and lunch menu are attached. Reminder, breakfast is served every morning from 7:15 to 7:40 AM in the school cafeteria. Families who are interested in submitting an application for free or reduced meals are welcome to do so anytime there is a change in ...

Elementary Events Calendar - March

Posted on February 26, 2024 in: General News

Elementary Events Calendar - March

Here's what's coming up in March for the Elementary

2023 - 2024 Tennis Schedule

Posted on February 26, 2024 in: General News

2023 - 2024 Tennis Schedule

Support Cardinal Athletics

High School Students Compete in the 21st Annual JASH Japan Wizards Statewide Academic Team Competition

Posted on February 26, 2024 in: General News

High School Students Compete in the 21st Annual JASH Japan Wizards Statewide Academic Team Competition

On Saturday, February 24, nine of our high school students competed in the 21st Annual JASH Japan Wizards Statewide Academic Team Competition on Oʻahu. Sponsored by the Japan - American Society of Hawaiʻi, this event is a challenging, fun-filled academic team competition that tests...

February is Hawaiian Language Month

Posted on February 26, 2024 in: General News

February is Hawaiian Language Month

February is Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, or Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be highlighting a word or phrase every day. Be sure to check our newsletter daily for the Hawaiian word or phrase of the day.

February is Hawaiian Language Month

Posted on February 25, 2024 in: General News

February is Hawaiian Language Month

February is Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, or Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be highlighting a word or phrase every day. Be sure to check our newsletter daily for the Hawaiian word or phrase of the day.

February is Hawaiian Language Month

Posted on February 24, 2024 in: General News

February is Hawaiian Language Month

February is Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, or Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be highlighting a word or phrase every day. Be sure to check our newsletter daily for the Hawaiian word or phrase of the day.

2024 Hawaiʻi Construction Career Day

Posted on February 23, 2024 in: General News

2024 Hawaiʻi Construction Career Day

On Thursday, February 22 students in grades 9 - 12 attended the 2024 Hawaiʻi Construction Career Day at the Hoʻolulu Complex in Hilo. This event was sponsored by the Hawaiʻi State Department of Transportation, the Federal Highway Administration and industry stakeholders. It allowed our students to g...

February is Hawaiian Language Month

Posted on February 23, 2024 in: General News

February is Hawaiian Language Month

February is Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, or Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be highlighting a word or phrase every day. Be sure to check our newsletter daily for the Hawaiian word or phrase of the day.

February is Hawaiian Language Month

Posted on February 22, 2024 in: General News

February is Hawaiian Language Month

February is Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, or Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be highlighting a word or phrase every day. Be sure to check our newsletter daily for the Hawaiian word or phrase of the day.

February is Hawaiian Language Month

Posted on February 21, 2024 in: General News

February is Hawaiian Language Month

February is Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, or Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be highlighting a word or phrase every day. Be sure to check our newsletter daily for the Hawaiian word or phrase of the day.

District Science Fair Results

Posted on February 20, 2024 in: General News

District Science Fair Results

On Saturday, February 17, seven students, in grades 7 and 8, represented St. Joseph School at the Hawaiʻi East District Science and Engineering Fair. All seven projects received Certificates of Merit! Jerry, Noah, and Sofia earned a spot for the State Science Fair in Honol...

February is Hawaiian Language Month

Posted on February 20, 2024 in: General News

February is Hawaiian Language Month

February is Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, or Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be highlighting a word or phrase every day. Be sure to check our newsletter daily for the Hawaiian word or phrase of the day.

February is Hawaiian Language Month

Posted on February 19, 2024 in: General News

February is Hawaiian Language Month

February is Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, or Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be highlighting a word or phrase every day. Be sure to check our newsletter daily for the Hawaiian word or phrase of the day.

February is Hawaiian Language Month

Posted on February 18, 2024 in: General News

February is Hawaiian Language Month

February is Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, or Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be highlighting a word or phrase every day. Be sure to check our newsletter daily for the Hawaiian word or phrase of the day.

February is Hawaiian Language Month

Posted on February 17, 2024 in: General News

February is Hawaiian Language Month

February is Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, or Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be highlighting a word or phrase every day. Be sure to check our newsletter daily for the Hawaiian word or phrase of the day.

February is Hawaiian Language Month

Posted on February 16, 2024 in: General News

February is Hawaiian Language Month

February is Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, or Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be highlighting a word or phrase every day. Be sure to check our newsletter daily for the Hawaiian word or phrase of the day.

February is Hawaiian Language Month

Posted on February 15, 2024 in: General News

February is Hawaiian Language Month

February is Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, or Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be highlighting a word or phrase every day. Be sure to check our newsletter daily for the Hawaiian word or phrase of the day.

February is Hawaiian Language Month

Posted on February 14, 2024 in: General News

February is Hawaiian Language Month

February is Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, or Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be highlighting a word or phrase every day. Be sure to check our newsletter daily for the Hawaiian word or phrase of the day.

February is Hawaiian Language Month

Posted on February 13, 2024 in: General News

February is Hawaiian Language Month

February is Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, or Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be highlighting a word or phrase every day. Be sure to check our newsletter daily for the Hawaiian word or phrase of the day.

Jr. Cardinals Basketball Schedule

Posted on February 12, 2024 in: General News

Jr. Cardinals Basketball Schedule

COME SUPPORT OUR JR. CARDINAL STUDENT ATHLETES

Support our 8th Graders

Posted on February 12, 2024 in: General News

Support our 8th Graders

SUPPORT OUR 8TH GRADE FUNDRAISER

Class of 2024 Valedictorian and Salutatorian Recognition

Posted on February 12, 2024 in: General News

Class of 2024 Valedictorian and Salutatorian Recognition

Congratulations to the Class of 2024 Valedictorian and Salutatorian! Great job ladies. You make St. Joseph proud!

St. Joseph hosts the 2024 HHSAA Hawaiian Airlines State Canoe Paddling Championships

Posted on February 12, 2024 in: General News

St. Joseph hosts the 2024 HHSAA Hawaiian Airlines State Canoe Paddling Championships

On Saturday, February 10, St. Joseph School, along with Hilo High, hosted the 2024 HHSAA Hawaiian Airlines State Canoe Paddling Championships. Varsity crews from around the state gathered on Hilo Bayfront for a day full of exciting races and camaraderie. It was a beautiful day on the water and...

Kids Heart Challenge 2024: Mahalo!!!

Posted on February 12, 2024 in: General News

Kids Heart Challenge 2024: Mahalo!!!

We want to extend a huge mahalo to all who participated in the 2024 Kids Heart Challenge sponsored by the American Heart Association. This was our best year to date. We raised $7558!! That EXCEEDED our fundraising goal by almost $1400! Of the 73 students and 4 teachers that we...

February is Hawaiian Language Month

Posted on February 12, 2024 in: General News

February is Hawaiian Language Month

February is Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, or Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be highlighting a word or phrase every day. Be sure to check our newsletter daily for the Hawaiian word or phrase of the day.

February is Hawaiian Language Month

Posted on February 11, 2024 in: General News

February is Hawaiian Language Month

February is Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, or Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be highlighting a word or phrase every day. Be sure to check our newsletter daily for the Hawaiian word or phrase of the day.

February is Hawaiian Language Month

Posted on February 10, 2024 in: General News

February is Hawaiian Language Month

February is Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, or Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be highlighting a word or phrase every day. Be sure to check our newsletter daily for the Hawaiian word or phrase of the day.

February is Hawaiian Language Month

Posted on February 09, 2024 in: General News

February is Hawaiian Language Month

February is Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, or Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be highlighting a word or phrase every day. Be sure to check our newsletter daily for the Hawaiian word or phrase of the day.

February is Hawaiian Language Month

Posted on February 08, 2024 in: General News

February is Hawaiian Language Month

February is Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, or Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be highlighting a word or phrase every day. Be sure to check our newsletter daily for the Hawaiian word or phrase of the day.

February is Hawaiian Language Month

Posted on February 07, 2024 in: General News

February is Hawaiian Language Month

February is Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, or Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be highlighting a word or phrase every day. Be sure to check our newsletter daily for the Hawaiian word or phrase of the day.

February is Hawaiian Language Month

Posted on February 06, 2024 in: General News

February is Hawaiian Language Month

February is Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, or Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be highlighting a word or phrase every day. Be sure to check our newsletter daily for the Hawaiian word or phrase of the day.

February is Hawaiian Language Month

Posted on February 05, 2024 in: General News

February is Hawaiian Language Month

February is Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, or Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be highlighting a word or phrase every day. Be sure to check our newsletter daily for the Hawaiian word or phrase of the day.

February is Hawaiian Language Month

Posted on February 04, 2024 in: General News

February is Hawaiian Language Month

February is Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, or Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be highlighting a word or phrase every day. Be sure to check our newsletter daily for the Hawaiian word or phrase of the day.

February is Hawaiian Language Month

Posted on February 03, 2024 in: General News

February is Hawaiian Language Month

February is Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, or Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be highlighting a word or phrase every day. Be sure to check our newsletter daily for the Hawaiian word or phrase of the day.

February is Hawaiian Language Month

Posted on February 02, 2024 in: General News

February is Hawaiian Language Month

February is Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, or Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be highlighting a word or phrase every day. Be sure to check our newsletter daily for the Hawaiian word or phrase of the day.

Give the Gift of a Catholic Education

Posted on February 01, 2024 in: General News

Give the Gift of a Catholic Education

Students Attend the 2024 Catholic Hawaiian Summit

Posted on February 01, 2024 in: General News

Students Attend the 2024 Catholic Hawaiian Summit

In January 2022, the inaugural Catholic Hawaiian Summit aimed to raise awareness of Hawaiʻi as the host culture among the Roman Catholic Diocese of Honolulu. Approximately 30 participants, rooted in both their Catholic faith and native Hawaiian heritage, collaborated under Fr. Alapaki Kim's guid...

February is Hawaiian Language Month

Posted on February 01, 2024 in: General News

February is Hawaiian Language Month

February is Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, or Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be highlighting a word or phrase every day. Be sure to check our newsletter daily for the Hawaiian word or phrase of the day.

February Breakfast / Lunch Menus

Posted on January 31, 2024 in: General News

February Breakfast / Lunch Menus

This month's breakfast and lunch menu are attached. Reminder, breakfast is served every morning from 7:15 to 7:40 AM in the school cafeteria. Families who are interested in submitting an application for free or reduced meals are welcome to do so anytime there is a change in ...

Our Paddlers Make the Paper

Posted on January 23, 2024 in: General News

Our Paddlers Make the Paper

BIIF Canoe Paddling is halfway through the season and it was another beautiful weekend on the water! One of our crews got their photo posted in the Hawaiʻi Tribune Hearld. Mahalo to Connor Whitt for the coverage. Above, our JV Girls (Hilinaʻi Faumuina, Jaselle Kamaka-Mauhili, Goretti ...

Kids Heart Challenge 2024: Day 10 Update

Posted on January 22, 2024 in: General News

Kids Heart Challenge 2024: Day 10 Update

January 22, 2024 We are ten days into the American Heart Association's Kids Heart Challenge and we are on a wonderful track! Here are our stats: We have a total of 52 students and 3 teachers registered 29 students and 1 teacher have learned hands-only CPR 29 s...

PTG Meeting - Feb. 8

Posted on January 19, 2024 in: General News

PTG Meeting - Feb. 8

Mark your calendar

7th and 8th Grade Science Fair

Posted on January 18, 2024 in: General News

7th and 8th Grade Science Fair

For the past two months, our seventh and eighth graders have been working on science projects. Each student had to complete a project on a topic that they chose. On January10, they displayed their projects to be judged by a panel of teachers, parents, and community members. CONGRA...

Kids Heart Challenge 2024: Day 5 Update

Posted on January 17, 2024 in: General News

Kids Heart Challenge 2024: Day 5 Update

January 17, 2024 We are into the fifth day of the American Heart Association's Kids Heart Challenge and we are off to a wonderful start! Here are our stats so far: We have 32 students registered 18 students of those students have learned hands-only CPR 19 have lear...

Kids Heart Challenge Begins January 12

Posted on January 10, 2024 in: General News

Kids Heart Challenge Begins January 12

For the tenth year in a row, St. Joseph School will be participating in the American Heart Association's Kids Heart Challenge. The challenge begins on January 12, 2024 and will continue through February 2, 2024. Join us in learning about heart health and raising awareness to protect all...

Paddling Season Begins

Posted on January 08, 2024 in: General News

Paddling Season Begins

On January 6, at Hilo Bayfront, our St. Joseph Paddling Team had their first regatta of the season. The day started overcast and rainy, but it cleared up by the end of the day. We were able to field three crews for the day - a JV wahine, a JV mixed, and a Varsity 1/4 mile mixed crew. ...

Jr./Sr. High Academic Honors - 1st Semester

Posted on January 08, 2024 in: General News

Jr./Sr. High Academic Honors - 1st Semester

The Mission of St. Joseph School is to celebrate the uniqueness of each student through an academically rigorous and spiritually rich curriculum. St. Joseph students learn, in a safe and disciplined environment, to care for themselves and others and to accept responsibility for making a just an...

ELEMENTARY FAMILY CALENDAR - January 2024

Posted on December 29, 2023 in: General News

ELEMENTARY FAMILY CALENDAR - January 2024

January Breakfast / Lunch Menus

Posted on December 29, 2023 in: General News

January Breakfast / Lunch Menus

This month's breakfast and lunch menu are attached. Reminder, breakfast is served every morning from 7:15 to 7:40 AM in the school cafeteria. Families who are interested in submitting an application for free or reduced meals are welcome to do so anytime there is a change in ...

Boyʻs Basketball Game Schedule

Posted on December 28, 2023 in: General News

Boyʻs Basketball Game Schedule

Come support our Student Athletes

The Colors of St. Joseph School

Posted on December 28, 2023 in: General News

The Colors of St. Joseph School

DID YOU KNOW?? St. Joseph School was established in 1869 and at that time its school colors were red and white. In 1883, because the population of the school was steadily growing, a separate school for boys was established - St.Mary's. Their school colors were green and gold. In 1949, t...

Mauna Kea Coin Contest Winners

Posted on December 28, 2023 in: General News

Mauna Kea Coin Contest Winners

Maunakea Astronomy Outreach Committee holds an annual Maunakea Coin Contest for all Big Island students in grades K to 12. Students are asked to make a drawing for a design that represents Maunakea, including different aspects like astronomy, natural resources, and Hawaiian culture. This year, St...

Holiday Message from Kumu Kipapa

Posted on December 18, 2023 in: General News

Holiday Message from Kumu Kipapa

Breakfast with Santa

Posted on December 18, 2023 in: General News

Breakfast with Santa

On December 9, the PTG hosted our annual "Santa's Breakfast" in the courtyard of the Elementary Campus. It was a beautiful day full of good food, great company, and holiday cheer. Below are a few pictures from the event.

A Holiday Message from Kumu Kipapa

Posted on December 18, 2023 in: General News

A Holiday Message from Kumu Kipapa

Why Are the School's Colors Red and Gold?

Posted on December 13, 2023 in: General News

Why Are the School's Colors Red and Gold?

St. Joseph School was established in 1869 and at that time its school colors were red and white. In 1883, because the population of the school was steadily growing, a separate school for boys was established - St.Mary's. Their school colors were green and gold. In 1949, the current St...

Basketball Season Starting Soon

Posted on November 30, 2023 in: General News

Basketball Season Starting Soon

Come and support our Cardinal Athletes

Swim Meet Calendar

Posted on November 30, 2023 in: General News

Swim Meet Calendar

Come support our Student Athletes

Canoe Paddling Schedule

Posted on November 30, 2023 in: General News

Canoe Paddling Schedule

Come support our Student Athletes

December Breakfast and Lunch Menus

Posted on November 29, 2023 in: General News

December Breakfast and Lunch Menus

This month's breakfast and lunch menu are attached. Reminder, breakfast is served every morning from 7:15 to 7:40 AM in the school cafeteria. Families who are interested in submitting an application for free or reduced meals are welcome to do so anytime there is a ...

Santa is Coming to SJS

Posted on November 28, 2023 in: General News

Santa is Coming to SJS

Upcoming PTG Meeting

Posted on November 28, 2023 in: General News

Upcoming PTG Meeting

Come and Join us at our next PTG Meeting

Holiday On-line Spirit Gear Store Now Open

Posted on November 03, 2023 in: General News

Holiday On-line Spirit Gear Store Now Open

GET YOUR SPIRIT GEAR Shop at: bsnteamsports.com/shop/HOLIMASD65 STORE CLOSES ON NOVEMBER 16,2023

State Qualifiers for Air Riflery and Cross Country

Posted on October 30, 2023 in: General News

State Qualifiers for Air Riflery and Cross Country

CONGRATULATIONS... To our Lady Cardinals Air Rifle Team for qualifying 2 student athletes to compete in the HHSAA State Air Rifle Championships. State Championships take place on October 31 at the Blaidell Center on Oʻahu. GO LADY CARDINALS! Our Boy's Cross Country Team&n...

McFun-Raiser for Sports

Posted on October 30, 2023 in: General News

McFun-Raiser for Sports

ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL ATHLETICS PROGRAM Support St. Joseph Athletics! McFun-Raiser Coupon Booklets are available for purchase from Nowember 1 - November 17. These McFun-Raiser Coupon Booklets are a perfect stocking stuffer for Christmas or a good luck gi...

November Breakfast / Lunch Menus

Posted on October 26, 2023 in: General News

November Breakfast / Lunch Menus

This month's breakfast and lunch menu are attached. Reminder, breakfast is served every morning from 7:15 to 7:40 AM in the school cafeteria. Families who are interested in submitting an application for free or reduced meals are welcome to do so anytime there is a change in ...

October SJS Campus Ministry Report

Posted on October 25, 2023 in: General News

October SJS Campus Ministry Report

[Written by Kirra Low, Class of 2024] This past week was busy for our SJS Campus Ministry, as they hosted an online Tri-Campus Catholic School Prayer Service and an East hawaii Vicariate Youth Ministry Presentation/Training. The Tri-Campus Prayer Service was held last Friday, October 20 ...

Hana with Mr. Hu

Posted on October 24, 2023 in: General News

Hana with Mr. Hu

Mr. Hungalu and his 8th grade homeroom class used a few of their advisory periods to do some campus beautification. They removed lilly plants and planter beds from the common area in between the Jr./Sr. High School Buildings and replaced them with red and yellow flowering plants. ...

ʻOhana Vaccination Clinic

Posted on October 19, 2023 in: General News

ʻOhana Vaccination Clinic

Lady Cardinals Volleyball Qualifies for the BIIF Playoffs

Posted on October 19, 2023 in: General News

Lady Cardinals Volleyball Qualifies for the BIIF Playoffs

Congratulations to our Lady Cardinals Volleyball Team! On October 18, they beat Laupahoehoe, 25-19, 25-20, 25-17, to secure a spot in the 2023 BIIF Volleyball Playoffs. This has been an exciting and rewarding season for our Lady Cardinals. St. Joseph School has not had a girls volleball ...

7th Grader Places First in the 2023 Maui Junior Championship

Posted on October 19, 2023 in: General News

7th Grader Places First in the 2023 Maui Junior Championship

The Hawaiʻi State Junior Golf Association held the 2023 Maui Junior Championship at Wailea Blue Golf Course on October 14 and 15. St. Joseph School Seventh Grader, Leo Saito, placed first in the boys 11-12 division. Leo scored 74 in the first round and 72 in the second for a combined score of 146 (f...

Free Flu Shot Clinics

Posted on October 13, 2023 in: General News

Free Flu Shot Clinics

National School Lunch Week 10/9 - 10/13

Posted on October 10, 2023 in: General News

National School Lunch Week 10/9 - 10/13

Students spend around six hours a day in the classroom. Without the proper fuel, students may quickly run out of steam and lose interest in schoolwork. Nutritious meals, such as those provided by St. Joseph School, provide students with adequate fuel that can keep them energized and fo...

Best Catholic High School in Hawaiʻi - Two Years in a Row

Posted on October 10, 2023 in: General News

Best Catholic High School in Hawaiʻi - Two Years in a Row

For the second year in a row, St. Joseph School has been ranked #1 Best Catholic High School in Hawaiʻi by Niche.com

Student Art To Be Displayed at the 2023 Hawaiʻi Nei Art Exhibition

Posted on October 10, 2023 in: General News

Student Art To Be Displayed at the 2023 Hawaiʻi Nei Art Exhibition

Congratulations to three of our High School Students who have had art projects chosen to be displayed at the 2023 Hawaiʻi Nei Art Exhibition. Hilinaʻi, Ethan and Memphis's works feature native species of Hawaiʻi Island. Their art can be seen at the Wailoa Center from Novemer 3 - December 14...

Mālama Maui Project

Posted on October 03, 2023 in: General News

Mālama Maui Project

Sensei Gomes and our Interact Club continue to dedicate time to their Mālama Maui Project. For the past few weeks, the students have been working hard on organizing and packing up donated goods to be sent to Sacred Heart School in Lāhaina. They were able to put together 41 boxes filled wit...

St. Joseph Alumnus Rare Encounter With Deep Sea Creature

Posted on October 02, 2023 in: General News

St. Joseph Alumnus Rare Encounter With Deep Sea Creature

"Ala ʻAumoana Kai Uli" - the "Path of the Deep Sea Traveler" was recent expedition into the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands in the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument. On one deep-sea dives, scientists aboard the E/V Nautilus came face-to-face with a rare ocean cre...

Regal Foods Fundraiser 2023

Posted on October 02, 2023 in: General News

Regal Foods Fundraiser 2023

Our Annual Regal Foods Fundraiser runs through October 18, 2023

PTG Meeting

Posted on September 27, 2023 in: General News

PTG Meeting

Join us at our first PTG Meeting of the 2023 - 2024 School Year.

October Menus

Posted on September 27, 2023 in: General News

October Menus

This month's breakfast and lunch menu are attached. Reminder, breakfast is served every morning from 7:15 to 7:40 AM in the school cafeteria. Families who are interested in submitting an application for free or reduced meals are welcome to do so anytime there is a ...

PICTURE RETAKES

Posted on September 18, 2023 in: General News

PICTURE RETAKES

Picture retakes for all grades will be on Friday, October 13, 2023.

MĀLAMA MAUI PROJECT - SENBAZURU

Posted on September 18, 2023 in: General News

MĀLAMA MAUI PROJECT - SENBAZURU

Sensei Gomes and the Interact Club have completed a senbazuru as an offering of good health, happiness, long life, and peace for the people of Lāhaina. "Senbazuru" literally means 1000 cranes and refers to the creature's delicate replication in origami, the Japanese art of foldi...

MARCH FOR LIFE 2024 CONTEST

Posted on September 18, 2023 in: General News

MARCH FOR LIFE 2024 CONTEST

MARCH FOR LIFE 2024 CONTEST The Respect Life Office would like to hold a March for Life 2024 Contest for students. They hope to kickstart this Contest on October 1, 2023 and end it on October 20, 2023 during Respect Life Month. The theme for this year has not been o...

SJS Hula Club

Posted on September 11, 2023 in: General News

SJS Hula Club

St, Joseph School is proud to announce the return of our Hula Club. Under the direction of Kumu Kaleonani, our Jr./Sr. High Students are able to learn hula and culture after school on Wednesdays. Below, she is teaching the haumāna, or students, stretches that will help with their hula movements. ...

East Hawaiʻi Vicariate Stewardship Day

Posted on September 11, 2023 in: General News

East Hawaiʻi Vicariate Stewardship Day

Signed Progress Reports Due 9/13

Posted on September 11, 2023 in: General News

Signed Progress Reports Due 9/13

This is a friendly reminder that Progress Reports were distributed and sent home on Friday, September 8. Please check with your child. They are to be signed and returned to your child's homeroom teacher by, no later than, Wednesday, September 13 at 7:45am, HST. Failure to do so will result in a ...

Fall Break STEM Camps

Posted on September 11, 2023 in: General News

Fall Break STEM Camps

NexTech Hawaiʻi is hosting Fall Break STEM Camps this October. These camps are free and open to Hawaiʻi Island 6-8th graders. They feature fun, interactive, project-based learning. Activities include digital art, racing roadsters, electronics, drones, and career explorations. A light ...

Support Our Seniors

Posted on August 31, 2023 in: General News

Support Our Seniors

September Menus

Posted on August 28, 2023 in: General News

September Menus

This month's breakfast and lunch menu are attached. Reminder, breakfast is served every morning starting on August 1, 2023 from 7:15 to 7:40 AM in the school cafeteria. Families who are interested in submitting an application for free or reduced meals are welcome to do so anytime...

Join Cub Scouts

Posted on August 22, 2023 in: General News

Join Cub Scouts

[DATE CHANGE] Picture Day

Posted on August 21, 2023 in: General News

[DATE CHANGE] Picture Day

Aloha Families, This is to inform you that there has been a change of date for Picture Day. The new date will be: Tuesday, September 5.

Pray for Lahaina

Posted on August 09, 2023 in: General News

Pray for Lahaina

With all that is happening in Maui with the recent wild fire, our Jr./Sr. Division felt moved to pray for the well being of all. This prayer below, was written by one of our Campus Ministry Students for, not only those in Maui, but for those also affect by fire here on Moku o Keʻawe. Our...

Get Your Moon Slides

Posted on August 09, 2023 in: General News

Get Your Moon Slides

Pitch Perfect - Congratulations Edgar!

Posted on July 21, 2023 in: General News

Pitch Perfect - Congratulations Edgar!

Congratulations to Edgar Barklay (SJS Class of 2014) on pitching an immaculate inning against the Binghamton Rumble Ponies. Barklay, a left-handed pitcher, threw nine consecutive strikes in the fifth inning on July 15. Barklay plays for the Somerset Patriots, a Double-A affiliate of the Ne...

St. Joseph School Now Hiring

Posted on July 20, 2023 in: General News

St. Joseph School Now Hiring

St. Joseph School is Now Hiring

Back To School Blast

Posted on July 18, 2023 in: General News

Back To School Blast

Catholic Charities Hawaiʻi is teaming up with The Salvation Army, Hilo Chapel for a cobranded "2023 Back to School Blast" to assist Catholic families in East Hawaiʻi who are in need of school supplies this year. Each approved family will receive a backpack for each child in th...

August Breakfast and Lunch Menus

Posted on July 18, 2023 in: General News

August Breakfast and Lunch Menus

This month's breakfast and lunch menu are attached. Reminder, breakfast is served every morning starting on August 1, 2023 from 7:15 to 7:40 AM in the school cafeteria. Families who are interested in submitting an application for free or reduced meals are welcome to do so anytime...

Meal Program Press Release

Posted on July 18, 2023 in: General News

Meal Program Press Release

HAPPY 4th of JULY

Posted on July 03, 2023 in: General News

HAPPY 4th of JULY

Be Safe Everyone!

School Supply Lists Available

Posted on July 03, 2023 in: General News

School Supply Lists Available

Summer Enrichment Opportunity - Cal State Maritime Training Ship Tours

Posted on June 05, 2023 in: General News

Summer Enrichment Opportunity - Cal State Maritime Training Ship Tours

The Cal State Maritime Training Ship, Golden Bear will big docked in Hilo on Monday, June 18 and Tuesday, June 19. They will be offering FREE tours of the ship while they are docked here. See the attached flyer for more information.

5th Grader Wins VFW Art Contest

Posted on May 22, 2023 in: General News

5th Grader Wins VFW Art Contest

Congratulations to 5th Grader, Yaeko Arianoff, for entering the Veterans of Forgein Wars "Illustrating America" Art Contest. This was open to all students across the state in grades K-8. Pictured below is Yaeko's submission entitlted, "Poppy Field". Yaeko'...

BOGO Book Fair

Posted on May 18, 2023 in: General News

BOGO Book Fair

St. Joseph School's Annual Buy-One-Get-One-Free Scholastic Book Fair starts Monday, May 22, 2023 on the Elementary School Campus. The book fair will be open: Monday (5/22) 2:30 - 3:30 PM ...

SAVE THE DATE - Class of 2023 Commencement Ceremony

Posted on May 15, 2023 in: General News

SAVE THE DATE - Class of 2023 Commencement Ceremony

SAVE THE DATE

Teacher Appreciation Week

Posted on May 15, 2023 in: General News

Teacher Appreciation Week

Teacher Appreciation Week was May 8 - May 12. In celebration and to show appreciation, Kumu Kipapa's Hawaiian Language Classes prepared a meal of fried rice and a drink for all the teachers. When learning to make the fried rice, all instuctions and conversation was done in Hawaiian. Belo...

Class of 2023 Valedictorian and Salutatorian Recognition

Posted on May 15, 2023 in: General News

Class of 2023 Valedictorian and Salutatorian Recognition

Congratulations to the Class of 2023! Graduation is quickly approaching. We want to take this time to recognize those that have achieved the highset academic honors in the class. Congratulations to: Daniel Efink, Class of 2023 Valedictorian Sky Caudill, Class of 2023 Co-Salut...

5th Grade Goes to Dolphin Quest

Posted on May 03, 2023 in: General News

5th Grade Goes to Dolphin Quest

A couple of weeks ago, Mrs. Okabayashi's 5th grade class went on a huakaʻi, or excurssion, to the Kona side. They spend the day at the Hilton Waikoloa Village learning about and swimming with the dolphins. Above, the dolphins photo bombs the 5th grade's picture with Mr. N. I...

Congratulations St. Joseph Elementary School

Posted on May 01, 2023 in: General News

Congratulations St. Joseph Elementary School

Last week, a vice president from the American Heart Association visited our campus (from the mainland U.S.) to congratulate St. Joseph Elementary School for being one of the Top 25 Schools in Hawaii for our Kids Heart Challenge fundraising efforts this school year. Thanks...

HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND!!!

Posted on May 01, 2023 in: General News

HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND!!!

YOUʻRE INVITED

May Breakfast and Lunch Menus

Posted on May 01, 2023 in: General News

May Breakfast and Lunch Menus

This month's breakfast and lunch menu are attached. Reminder, breakfast is served every morning from 7:15 to 7:40 AM in the school cafeteria. Families who are interested in submitting an application for free or reduced meals are welcome to do so anytime there is a change in famil...

4th Quarter Progress Report

Posted on April 20, 2023 in: General News

4th Quarter Progress Report

Just a Friendly Reminder

Congratulations Sofia!

Posted on April 18, 2023 in: General News

Congratulations Sofia!

Over the Easter Weekend, one of our seventh grade students represented our school on Oʻahu competing in the 2023 Hawaiʻi State Science and Engineering Fair. Sofia qualified with her project titled "When Insects Attack". Sofia received a special $100 cash award from the America...

Cyanotype Photography

Posted on April 17, 2023 in: General News

Cyanotype Photography

Cyanotype photography is a camera-less technique that involves laying an object on paper coated with a solution of iron salts before exposing it to UV light and washing with water to create white and blue images. Above, Mrs. Moreau's Art class learns about cyanotype photography. They...

Summer Enrichment Opportunity

Posted on April 17, 2023 in: General News

Summer Enrichment Opportunity

The Daniel K Inouye College of Pharmacy at UH Hilo is working with the Health Careers Opportunity Program to provide an educational pathway to health careers. C.A.N.O.E. (Create and Navigate Opportunities in Education) Summer Pre-Health Academy is a six-week statewide intensive program designed to p...

100% Participation

Posted on April 10, 2023 in: General News

100% Participation

Congratulations to the elementary division for a 100% completion rate of the Hawaiʻi Fire Department's Fire Safety Guide Booklet. St. Jospeh School was the only school on Hawaiʻi Island to accomplish this task. For achieving their goal, the elementary division will be awarded with an ice cream p...

2022 - 2023 Boys Volleyball Season Concludes

Posted on April 10, 2023 in: General News

2022 - 2023 Boys Volleyball Season Concludes

The Boys Volleyball season concluded last week. For most of them, this was their first time stepping on a volleyball court, but that did not stop them. Above, they get ready to take the court against Ka ʻUmeke at Hilo High Gym. Below, senior, Daniel Eftink takes a swing at a set against Pāhoa Hig...

REMINDER No School 4/14

Posted on April 10, 2023 in: General News

*REMINDER* No School 4/14

This is a friendly reminder that there is no school this Friday, April 14.

Passion of Jesus Christ Performance

Posted on April 10, 2023 in: General News

Passion of Jesus Christ Performance

On March 31, a senior student directed and produced an all-student-cast performance on the Passion of Jesus Christ for the entire student body. As part of the new theology seminar practicum offered to Juniors and Seniors, students participate in a project based curriculum and apply theology in a ...

Bagels with Bishop 2023

Posted on April 10, 2023 in: General News

Bagels with Bishop 2023

St. Joseph School enjoyed the annual Bagels with Bishop on March 30. Each year, Bishop Larry Silva visits the senior class of the Hawai'i Catholic Schools. He spends time in an intimate conversation witht eh seniors bestowing faith formation through prayer and scripture as well as allow each stu...

Congratulations Leo!

Posted on April 03, 2023 in: General News

Congratulations Leo!

On April 2, 2023, St. Joseph School 6th Grader, Leo Saito participated in the 2023 Drive, Chip and Putt Tournament at the Master's in Augusta, Georgia. This was his second consecutive year participating in the tournament. "I placed third last year.", said Leo. "My passion is golf....

April Breakfast and Lunch Menus

Posted on April 03, 2023 in: General News

April Breakfast and Lunch Menus

This month's breakfast and lunch menu are attached. Reminder, breakfast is served every morning from 7:15 to 7:40 AM in the school cafeteria. Families who are interested in submitting an application for free or reduced meals are welcome to do so anytime there is a change in famil...

St. Joseph Feast Day Coloring Contest

Posted on April 03, 2023 in: General News

St. Joseph Feast Day Coloring Contest

For St. Joseph Feast Day, the elementary division had a coloring contest. Categories were divided into three groups: Group 1 (Kindergaten & Grade 1) Group 2 (Grades 2 & 3) Group 3 (Grades 4 - 6) Congratulations to all who participated. Winners in each div...

Affordable Connectivity Program

Posted on March 21, 2023 in: General News

Affordable Connectivity Program

High-speed internet is a necessity – especially for students. That’s why the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law created the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) to lower internet costs. Tens of millions of U.S. households are eligible for ACP. Visit GetInternet.gov today to check yo...

Honoring Prince Kūhiō

Posted on March 20, 2023 in: General News

Honoring Prince Kūhiō

Prince Kūhiō Day is a state holiday that honors the life of Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalaniana‘ole and his many accomplishments in service of his people and the Hawaiian Islands. Born on March 26, 1871 in the Kōloa District on the island of Kaua'i, he was named after his maternal grandfather&nbs...

Volleyball Schedule Update

Posted on March 15, 2023 in: General News

Volleyball Schedule Update

**UPDATE** There has been a game added to the Boy's Volleyball Schedule. They will be playing Ka ʻUmeke on March 24 at 6:00p. The game will be at Hilo High School's Gynasium. Click here for a complete game schedule.

Virtual Summer Mentorship Program

Posted on March 15, 2023 in: General News

Virtual Summer Mentorship Program

Organized by Stanford University undergraduate and graduate students, Qualia Global Scholars is a selective pre-collegiate virtual summer mentorship program matching talented students in grades 6-12 with Stanford mentors. The program features personalized mentorship, interdisciplinary research, proj...

Nifty Sixty Class of '63 Reunion

Posted on March 15, 2023 in: General News

Nifty Sixty Class of '63 Reunion

CALLING ALL GRADUATES OF THE CLASS OF 1963

Boy's Volleyball

Posted on March 14, 2023 in: General News

Boy's Volleyball

On Saturday, March 11, the St. Joseph School Volleyball Team placed 4th in a tournament in Keaʻau. This is the first year playing volleyball for most of them. That is the motivation they use to constantly work hard to improve their skills on the court. The team is made up...

Summer Enrichment Opportunity

Posted on March 14, 2023 in: General News

Summer Enrichment Opportunity

Do you have a child in grades 6 - 12? Are you looking for something to do during the summer? This may be a program that interests you. Students throughout the State of Hawaiʻi in middle and high school are encouraged to apply. With funding provided by the Hawaii State Department of Health a...

Terra Nova Testing Scores

Posted on March 06, 2023 in: General News

Terra Nova Testing Scores

Terra Nova is a series of standardized achievement tests designed to assess K - 12 student achievement in reading, language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, vocabulary and other areas. St. Joseph School did very well! 97% of St. Joseph School students, in grades 2 - 8, are performin...

May Day Market 2023 - Save the Date!

Posted on March 06, 2023 in: General News

May Day Market 2023 - Save the Date!

We are looking forward to a day full of food, fun and fellowship. Save the Date... We will see you there!!

UPDATED Boy's Volleyball Schedule

Posted on March 06, 2023 in: General News

*UPDATED* Boy's Volleyball Schedule

*UPDATED* Please note that updates have been made to the boys volleyball schedule.

YOUʻRE INVITED

Posted on March 06, 2023 in: General News

YOUʻRE INVITED

YOU'RE INVITED! St. Joseph School Campus Ministry presents a “Lenten Family Retreat” on Saturday, April 1 from 9:00am – 2:00pm in the St. Joseph School Gymnasium. As the final project for her Theology Seminar Class, Kirra Low is leading a team of students to facilitate th...

Ash Wednesday - A Student's Perspective

Posted on February 28, 2023 in: General News

Ash Wednesday - A Student's Perspective

Enjoy this article written by one of our Senior students.

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day)

Posted on February 28, 2023 in: General News

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day)

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day) February is Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be running this special feature all month. Be sure to check back daily for the Hawaiian Word of the Day.

Dates to Remember - March 2023

Posted on February 27, 2023 in: General News

Dates to Remember - March 2023

Reminder The following are important dates to remember for the month of March.

March Breakfast / Lunch Menus

Posted on February 27, 2023 in: General News

March Breakfast / Lunch Menus

This month's breakfast and lunch menu are attached. Reminder, breakfast is served every morning from 7:15 to 7:40 AM in the school cafeteria. Families who are interested in submitting an application for free or reduced meals are welcome to do so anytime there is a change in famil...

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day)

Posted on February 27, 2023 in: General News

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day)

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day) February is Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be running this special feature all month. Be sure to check back daily for the Hawaiian Word of the Day.

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day)

Posted on February 26, 2023 in: General News

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day)

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day) February is Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be running this special feature all month. Be sure to check back daily for the Hawaiian Word of the Day.

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day)

Posted on February 25, 2023 in: General News

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day)

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day) February is Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be running this special feature all month. Be sure to check back daily for the Hawaiian Word of the Day.

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Posted on February 24, 2023 in: General News

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day) February is Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be running this special feature all month. Be sure to check back daily for the Hawaiian Word of the Day.

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Posted on February 23, 2023 in: General News

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day) February is Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be running this special feature all month. Be sure to check back daily for the Hawaiian Word of the Day.

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Posted on February 22, 2023 in: General News

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day) February is Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be running this special feature all month. Be sure to check back daily for the Hawaiian Word of the Day.

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Posted on February 21, 2023 in: General News

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day) February is Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be running this special feature all month. Be sure to check back daily for the Hawaiian Word of the Day.

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Posted on February 20, 2023 in: General News

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day) February is Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be running this special feature all month. Be sure to check back daily for the Hawaiian Word of the Day.

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Posted on February 19, 2023 in: General News

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day) February is Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be running this special feature all month. Be sure to check back daily for the Hawaiian Word of the Day.

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Posted on February 18, 2023 in: General News

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day) February is Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be running this special feature all month. Be sure to check back daily for the Hawaiian Word of the Day.

Possible Summer Enrichment

Posted on February 17, 2023 in: General News

Possible Summer Enrichment

Do you have a child in grades 6 - 12? Are you looking for something to do during the summer? See the following flyer. This may be a program that interests you.

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Posted on February 17, 2023 in: General News

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day) February is Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be running this special feature all month. Be sure to check back daily for the Hawaiian Word of the Day.

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Posted on February 16, 2023 in: General News

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day) February is Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be running this special feature all month. Be sure to check back daily for the Hawaiian Word of the Day.

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Posted on February 15, 2023 in: General News

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day) February is Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be running this special feature all month. Be sure to check back daily for the Hawaiian Word of the Day.

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Posted on February 14, 2023 in: General News

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Hua 'Ōlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day) February is Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be running this special feature all month. Be sure to check back daily for the Hawaiian Word of the Day.

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Posted on February 13, 2023 in: General News

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Hua 'Ōlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day) February is Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be running this special feature all month. Be sure to check back daily for the Hawaiian Word of the Day.

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Posted on February 12, 2023 in: General News

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Hua 'Ōlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day) February is Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be running this special feature all month. Be sure to check back daily for the Hawaiian Word of the Day.

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Posted on February 11, 2023 in: General News

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Hua 'Ōlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day) February is Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be running this special feature all month. Be sure to check back daily for the Hawaiian Word of the Day.

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Posted on February 10, 2023 in: General News

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Hua 'Ōlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day) February is Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be running this special feature all month. Be sure to check back daily for the Hawaiian Word of the Day.

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Posted on February 09, 2023 in: General News

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Hua 'Ōlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day) February is Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be running this special feature all month. Be sure to check back daily for the Hawaiian Word of the Day.

Kid's Heart Challenge - A Complete Success

Posted on February 08, 2023 in: General News

Kid's Heart Challenge - A Complete Success

For the past nine years, St. Joseph School has participated in the American Heart Association's Kids Heart Challenge. This year's campaign wrapped up on February 6. We achieved beyond what we had set to accomplish. We had more than 50 students register for the Kids Heart Cha...

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Posted on February 08, 2023 in: General News

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Hua 'Ōlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day) February is Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be running this special feature all month. Be sure to check back daily for the Hawaiian Word of the Day.

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Posted on February 07, 2023 in: General News

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Hua 'Ōlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day) February is Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be running this special feature all month. Be sure to check back daily for the Hawaiian Word of the Day.

Art Around the Jr. / Sr. High Halls

Posted on February 06, 2023 in: General News

Art Around the Jr. / Sr. High Halls

Mrs. Moreau's Art classes have been very busy. There has been an influx of artwork being displayed in the breezeway and on the patio. Below is just some of the art that can be enjoyed while walking the Jr. / Sr. High Campus. Feel free to take a look before or after school. Great ...

Father Ferdie Visits Campus

Posted on February 06, 2023 in: General News

Father Ferdie Visits Campus

To celebrate Catholic Schools Week 2023, our Associate Pastor, Fr. Ferdinand Tomo, SSS spent time on campus with the entire school. On Wednesday, February 1, grades K - 12 gathered in the gym to celebrate Mass with Father. The following day he spent class time w...

Show Your Support for Catholic Education

Posted on February 06, 2023 in: General News

Show Your Support for Catholic Education

SECOND COLLECTION THIS WEEKEND IS FOR THE AUGUSTINE EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION Make a Student Smile – Give the Gift of Cahtolic Education Campaign Our Catholic schools provide a quality education to students from all ethnic, religious and financial backgrounds. The Augustine Educati...

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Posted on February 06, 2023 in: General News

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Hua 'Ōlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day) February is Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be running this special feature all month. Be sure to check back daily for the Hawaiian Word of the Day.

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Posted on February 05, 2023 in: General News

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Hua 'Ōlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day) February is Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be running this special feature all month. Be sure to check back daily for the Hawaiian Word of the Day.

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Posted on February 04, 2023 in: General News

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Hua 'Ōlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day) February is Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be running this special feature all month. Be sure to check back daily for the Hawaiian Word of the Day.

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Posted on February 03, 2023 in: General News

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Hua 'Ōlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day) February is Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be running this special feature all month. Be sure to check back daily for the Hawaiian Word of the Day.

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Posted on February 02, 2023 in: General News

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Hua 'Ōlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day) February is Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be running this special feature all month. Be sure to check back daily for the Hawaiian Word of the Day.

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Posted on February 01, 2023 in: General News

Hua ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā

Hua 'Ōlelo Hawaiʻi o ka Lā (Hawaiian Word of the Day) February is Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be running this special feature all month. Be sure to check back daily for the Hawaiian Word of the Day.

Give the Gift of Catholic Education

Posted on January 30, 2023 in: General News

Give the Gift of Catholic Education

SHOW YOUR SUPPORT FOR CATHOLIC EDUCATION IN HAWAII There are over 6,600 students in Hawaii Catholic Schools. Become our partner in Catholic education, support the Augustine Educational Foundation’s Tuition Scholarship Program on February 11th & 12th. Money raised in this coll...

Hawaiian Language Month

Posted on January 30, 2023 in: General News

Hawaiian Language Month

February is Hawaiian Language Month. In celebration, we will be doing a special feature in our newsletter. Be sure to check back daily for the Hawaiian Word of the Day.

Kids Heart Challenge Update: Week Four

Posted on January 30, 2023 in: General News

Kids Heart Challenge Update: Week Four

Here is an update on our progress as we head into the last week our American Heart Associationʻs "Kids Heart Challenge".. As of January 30, fifty-four students have registered to participate in the Kids Heart Challenge - 27 have accepted the challenge to be kinder and 26&...

February Breakfast / Lunch Menus

Posted on January 27, 2023 in: General News

February Breakfast / Lunch Menus

This month's breakfast and lunch menu are attached. Reminder, breakfast is served every morning from 7:15 to 7:40 AM in the school cafeteria. Families who are interested in submitting an application for free or reduced meals are welcome to do so anytime there is a change in famil...

DATES TO REMEMBER - FEBRUARY

Posted on January 27, 2023 in: General News

DATES TO REMEMBER - FEBRUARY

DATES TO REMEMBER FOR FEBRUARY 2023 The following is a list of a few important days in the month of February: Wednesday (2/1) - Catholic Schools Week All School Mass / St. Joseph Church Friday (2/3) - NO SCHOOL / Teacher In-Service Day Friday (2/10) - Progress Reports Distribut...

Chaminade University Welcomes St. Joseph School

Posted on January 27, 2023 in: General News

Chaminade University Welcomes St. Joseph School

Chaminade University welcomed the heads of six Catholic schools in Hawaiʻi with an admissions tour that included information on programs, classes as well as history of the university. Pictured below are the heads of schools along with staff and students from Chaminade University. Principal Ki...

Canoe Season Highlights

Posted on January 23, 2023 in: General News

Canoe Season Highlights

High School paddling season wrapped up this past weekend with the final race being held at Hilo Bayfront on Saturday, January 21. At the start of the season, only two students had experience paddling. All of our student athletes comitted themselves to learning the sport and getting better every week...

Happy Lunar New Year

Posted on January 22, 2023 in: General News

Happy Lunar New Year

2023 Homecoming Highlights

Posted on January 20, 2023 in: General News

2023 Homecoming Highlights

January 9 - 13 was homecoming week. This years theme was "Paint the Town Red and Gold". The students and staff participated in themed dress days, the homeroom classes had a lip sync battle and other competative events to earn Cardinal Cup points for their class and we had the traditional l...

St. Joseph School Receives National Recognition

Posted on January 18, 2023 in: General News

St. Joseph School Receives National Recognition

On Tuesday, January 24, our elementary students will be taking a huakaʻi, or voyage, to the ʻImiloa Astronomy Center in celebration of National School Choice Week. The students will greet the staff with a mele komo, or entrance chant, asking permission to enter ʻImiloa, where they wil...

Congratulations to our Robotics Teams!

Posted on January 17, 2023 in: General News

Congratulations to our Robotics Teams!

Congratulations to our Robotics Teams! Our High School Team 1869A won first place this weekend during the League Championship. They have a record fo 15-1 and will be representing our school at the State Competion in February. Below, they proudly show off their trophy. Team 1869B also quali...

Kids Heart Challenge Update: Week Three

Posted on January 17, 2023 in: General News

Kids Heart Challenge Update: Week Three

Here is an update on our progress as we are twelve days into our American Heart Associationʻs "Kids Heart Challenge".. As of January 23, forty-six students have registered to participate in the Kids Heart Challenge - 23 have accepted the challenge to be kinder and 22 have...

2023 Homecoming - "Paint the Town Red & Gold"

Posted on January 09, 2023 in: General News

2023 Homecoming - "Paint the Town Red & Gold"

2023 HOMECOMING Homecoming week is from January 9 - January 13, 2023. This year's theme is "Paint the Town Red and Gold". The following flyer shows the activities that are happening on and off campus. Join us and help us celebrate homecoming week.

Kids Heart Challenge Update

Posted on January 09, 2023 in: General News

Kids Heart Challenge Update

For the past nine years, St. Joseph School has participated in the American Heart Associationʻs "Kids Heart Challenge". We started this year's campaign a few days ago and are off to a great start! As of January 9, nine students have registered to participate in the Kids H...

Coaches Wanted

Posted on January 09, 2023 in: General News

Coaches Wanted

St. Joseph School is looking for coaches for the following sports: Jr. Cardinals Track and Field (grades 4 - 8) High School Boy's Volleyball The job description for the position and the coach's application are attached. If you are interested in getting i...

Augustine Educational Foundation Scholarships

Posted on January 06, 2023 in: General News

Augustine Educational Foundation Scholarships

The Augustine Educational Foundation is pleased to announce the 2023-2024 Tuition Scholarship Program Application window will officially open on Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at 8 a.m. HST. Funded by donations, parish collections, and an endowment, this diocesan foundation offers...

Dates to Remember - January

Posted on January 05, 2023 in: General News

Dates to Remember - January

It is a busy month. There are a lot of things happening. Please note the following date: Dates to Remember - January 2023 1/6: Report Card Distribution 1/9 - 1/13: Homecoming Week 1/11: [Jr./Sr. High] Report Cards due signed by 7:45am, HST 1/16: NO SCHOOL - Martin Luther King Jr....

2nd Quarter Report Cards

Posted on January 05, 2023 in: General News

2nd Quarter Report Cards

Report cards for grades K - 12 will be sent home on Friday, January 6, 2023. They will be distributed in your child's homeroom class. Signed report cards will be due to your child's homeroom teacher on the following dates: Jr./Sr. High: Wednesday, January 11...

Hawaiʻi Island's Oldest Private School

Posted on December 28, 2022 in: General News

Hawaiʻi Island's Oldest Private School

St. Joseph School, the Big Island’s oldest private school, was founded by Fr. Charles Pouzot, SS.CC., on April 1, 1869. Since its founding, St. Joseph School has become a well-respected comprehensive institution of Catholic education—the only Catholic school on Hawaiʻi Island serving ...

The Twelve Days of Christmas

Posted on December 28, 2022 in: General News

The Twelve Days of Christmas

DID YOU KNOW? The "Twelve Days of Christmas" refers to the days following December 25. It is the period of time between the birth of Jesus and the coming of the Magi, or three wisemen. It is believed that it took the magi twelve days, the last six of the ...

Watch the Cardinal Canoe Races

Posted on December 28, 2022 in: General News

Watch the Cardinal Canoe Races

On December 17, high school canoe races were held at Hilo Bayfront. Schools from around the island participated in another beautiful day on the ocean. In the second week of competiton, St. Joseph School entered in three divisions, one more than the week before, and the crews continue to improve...

January Breakfast / Lunch Menus

Posted on December 22, 2022 in: General News

January Breakfast / Lunch Menus

This month's breakfast and lunch menu are attached. Reminder, breakfast is served every morning from 7:15 to 7:40 AM in the school cafeteria. Families who are interested in submitting an application for free or reduced meals are welcome to do so anytime there is a change in famil...

Jr. / Sr. High Mid-Term Exam Schedule

Posted on December 07, 2022 in: General News

Jr. / Sr. High Mid-Term Exam Schedule

Jr. /Sr. High Mid-Term Exams will take place from December 12 to December 16. All Jr./Sr. High School students are only required to attend school for the classes that they have finals for. There will be 2 finals administered each day: Exam 1: 8:00a - 9:30a, HST E...

Celebrating Saint Nicholas

Posted on December 06, 2022 in: General News

Celebrating Saint Nicholas

December 6th is celebrated as St. Nicholas Day. The candy cane is often associated with St. Nicholas because he would bend the sweet treat in the form of a shepherd's staff and give it to children attending church. Being a Bishop, St. Nicholas would have carried a crosier, or hook shaped...

Water Sports Weekend

Posted on December 05, 2022 in: General News

Water Sports Weekend

This past weekend, our two Fall water sports competed on the Hilo side. Our paddlers, pictured below, had their second long distance regatta in Hilo Bay. The girls crew, boys crew and mixed crew continue to work hard and inch ahead of crews each week. They have been having fun and app...

Blessing of the Advent Wreath

Posted on December 02, 2022 in: General News

Blessing of the Advent Wreath

On Wednesday, November 30, the elementary students gathered in the breezeway to join Father Poli in the blessing of this year's Advent Wreath. Advent, derived from the Latin word adventus, which means "coming", is the first season of the Church year. It is a period of prepara...

December Menus

Posted on November 28, 2022 in: General News

December Menus

This month's breakfast and lunch menu are attached. Reminder, breakfast is served every morning from 7:15 to 7:40 AM in the school cafeteria. Families who are interested in submitting an application for free or reduced meals are welcome to do so anytime there is a change in famil...

Canoe Crews Clean Up After the Storm

Posted on November 28, 2022 in: General News

Canoe Crews Clean Up After the Storm

This past weekend's weather wreaked havoc on Bay Front. Canoes were damaged and debris was left littered all over the place. On Sunday, November 27, our SJS paddlers and their families joined paddlers from Nā Waʻa Hanakahi to clean up the area where we all practice. It was a major und...

First Canoe Race of the Season

Posted on November 21, 2022 in: General News

First Canoe Race of the Season

The first canoe race of the 2022 - 2023 season was on Saturday, November 19 at Hilo Bay Front. It was a beautiful day to be out on the water! St. Joseph School was able to participate in all three races of the day. Each race was roughly 3 miles. Despite almost all of he girls, boys and mi...

Thanks to All of Our Veterans

Posted on November 21, 2022 in: General News

Thanks to All of Our Veterans

On Thursday, November 10, St. Joseph School had the honor of having members of The Veterans of Foreign Wars, VFW Post 3830, join us on campus to recite the Pledge of Alliegance with our elementary students. Below, a couple of students show their appreciation by giving lei to the veterans....

Art of Witness: A Celebration of Jesus in the Eucharist

Posted on November 16, 2022 in: General News

Art of Witness: A Celebration of Jesus in the Eucharist

The diocesan Offices of Faith Formation and Hawaii Catholic Schools are holding a special event! “Art of Witness” is open to parents and children, catechists, teachers, and adults who wish to meditate upon the Eucharist through art mediums. Saturday, December 3, 9 AM – 1:00 PM at M...

Fundraising Opportunity - Basketball Concessions

Posted on November 15, 2022 in: General News

Fundraising Opportunity - Basketball Concessions

The SJS Basketball Season is quickly approaching. The Athletic Department is offering an opportunity for your club or organization to fundraise during the games by operating the concessions at our home games. SJS has a Varsity Squad this year. We will also be partnering with another school t...

Canoe Paddling Race Schedule

Posted on November 14, 2022 in: General News

Canoe Paddling Race Schedule

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SJS Swimming Schedule

Posted on November 14, 2022 in: General News

SJS Swimming Schedule

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Boyʻs Basketball Game Schedule

Posted on November 14, 2022 in: General News

Boyʻs Basketball Game Schedule

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It was a BOOtiful Day!

Posted on November 07, 2022 in: General News

It was a BOOtiful Day!

For the first time since the pandemic, our students were allowed to celebrate Halloween with a costume parade and tent-or-treat event. On Monday, October 31, the kindergarten through 12 graders came to school in their costumes ready for a morning full of fun. The Elementary children parti...

Hauʻoli Makahiki Hou!

Posted on November 07, 2022 in: General News

Hauʻoli Makahiki Hou!

As the sun sets and Makaliʻi (the constellation Pleiades) rises on the eastern horizon, the Hawaiian New Year, known as Makahiki, begins. Spanning four consecutive lunar months, usually from mid-November to late January or February, this is a time set aside for tribute, harvest, sport and play. ...

Cardinals Cheer Squad

Posted on November 07, 2022 in: General News

Cardinals Cheer Squad

Congratulations to the following individuals who made the 2022 - 2023 Cheerleading Squad. Varsity: Kayliah Brianna Raylee Jr. Cardinals: Goretti Pueo Alexis Ava The Tryout Competition took place on Saturday, No...

November Menus

Posted on November 01, 2022 in: General News

November Menus

This month's breakfast and lunch menu are attached. Reminder, breakfast is served every morning from 7:15 to 7:40 AM in the school cafeteria. Families who are interested in submitting an application for free or reduced meals are welcome to do so anytime there is a change in famil...

Hawaiʻi Nei Art Exhibition

Posted on October 31, 2022 in: General News

Hawaiʻi Nei Art Exhibition

Congratulations to Elsa, Elina, Jaina, Chloe, Raylee, Irie, Kayliah, Sophia and Olivia. Their artwork has been selected by a jury panel to be on exhibition at the Wailoa Center for the Hawaiʻi Nei Art Exhibition. The artwork will be displayed for November 4, 2022 through December 15, 2022....

St. Joseph School Fall Festival

Posted on October 17, 2022 in: General News

St. Joseph School Fall Festival

Join Us! Saturday, October 29, 2022, 10:00a - 2:00p, for the 1st Annual St. Joseph School Fall Festival. We will be closing down Ululani St. between the two campuses. The event is open to the public and there is no entrance fee. Bring your family and friends for a day of food, fun and fellowship....

Slide into SJS Slides

Posted on October 17, 2022 in: General News

Slide into SJS Slides

SLIDE INTO THIS SPECIAL! St. Joseph Slides debossed with the official SJS Athletic Logo. Click on the QR Code or visit the website on the flyer to order.

1st Annual ART Class Pumpkin Patch Competition

Posted on October 17, 2022 in: General News

1st Annual ART Class Pumpkin Patch Competition

Mrs. Moreau's Art class used their talent and creativity to design pumpkins made from paper mache for our 1st Annual Pumpkin Patch Competition. The student body, faculty and staff were able to vote for their favorites in various of categories. The results were as follows: Cutest P...

Hawaiʻi Island Chef Challenge 2022 - Good Luck, Andrei

Posted on October 14, 2022 in: General News

Hawaiʻi Island Chef Challenge 2022 - Good Luck, Andrei

The 2nd Annual Hawaiʻi Island Chef Challnge is happening on Saturday, October 22, 2022. This Youth Culinary Arts Mentorship Program, sponsored by the County of Hawaiʻi, will be holding the event in the Hawaiʻi Community College Campus Center Dining Hall. This year, one of our students has ...

Fall Festival Jamba Juice Pre Sale

Posted on October 10, 2022 in: General News

Fall Festival Jamba Juice Pre Sale

The St. Joseph School Fall Festival is happening on October 29, 2022 from 10:00a - 2:00p. We will be shutting down Ululani St. and having a day full of food, fun and fellowship. One of the booths we will be having that day is Jamba Juice. They will be selling small smoothies for $5 each. Flavor c...

Elementary - 1st Quarter Report Cards

Posted on October 10, 2022 in: General News

Elementary - 1st Quarter Report Cards

**REMINDER** 1st Quarter Reports for the elementary division will be distributed October 19 - 21, 2022. You will receive your child's report card at your parent / teacher conference. If you have questions or concerns, please contact your child's teacher. Also note that these days ...

Jr. / Sr. High - 1st Quarter Report Cards

Posted on October 10, 2022 in: General News

Jr. / Sr. High - 1st Quarter Report Cards

**REMINDER** 1st Quarter Report Cards for the Jr. / Sr. High Division will be distributed on Friday, October 14, 2022. Your child will receive their report card from their homeroom teacher at the end of the day. Please review and sign the copy of the report card. Signed copies must be return...

Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary

Posted on October 10, 2022 in: General News

Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary

The Feast of the Lady of Our Rosary was on October 7. We offer all our prayers for peace, comfort, healing and unity for our families, for one another & for the whole world. The story of the feast of Our Lady of the Rosary is an interesting one. In the 16th century Pope Piu...

Deposit Days Are Back

Posted on September 30, 2022 in: General News

Deposit Days Are Back

St. Joseph School is partnering with HFS Federal Credit Union to offer our elementary students Deposit Days. This Kids Club In-School Program is a wonderful opportunity for your child to learn about the importance of saving at a young age. Twice a month, HFS FCU staff members wil...

Best Catholic School in Hawaiʻi

Posted on September 27, 2022 in: General News

Best Catholic School in Hawaiʻi

We are proud to announce that St. Joseph School - Hilo has been ranked the #1 Best Catholic School in Hawaiʻi according to Niche's ranking of Best Schools. The Niche bases its rankings on survey results from parents and former students, as well as publically available data like SAT scores. ...

Picture Retake / Make Up Day Reminder

Posted on September 26, 2022 in: General News

Picture Retake / Make Up Day Reminder

This is to inform you that Reed Takaaze Photography has scheduled picture make-up / retake day for: Tuesday, October 4, 2022 - 8:00am If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the front office at:...

Ring Your Bell for Peace

Posted on September 26, 2022 in: General News

Ring Your Bell for Peace

On Wednesday, September 21, the elementary division participated in the 2022 Ring Your Bell for Peace Ceremony. Sponsored by the Buddist Temples of Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaiʻi, along with co-sponsors the United Nations Association Chapters of Hawaiʻi-Honolulu, University of Hawaiʻi-Mānoa and ...

September 24 - Weekend Scores and Sports Updates

Posted on September 26, 2022 in: General News

September 24 - Weekend Scores and Sports Updates

It was another positive weekend for Cardinal Athletics. The cross country boys ran at Waiākea this weekend and continue to improve. The girls volleyball team traveled to Waimea to take on Parker. They won in four sets. Complete scores and running times are posted below. ** UPDATE** Volleyba...

UPDATED October Meal Menus

Posted on September 26, 2022 in: General News

**UPDATED** October Meal Menus

Attached are UPDATED meal menus for the month of October. Don't forget that breakfast is served from 7:15 to 7:40 every school morning in the cafeteria.

Volleyball Schedule Change

Posted on September 20, 2022 in: General News

Volleyball Schedule Change

** UPDATE** This is a notice that the time for Girls Volleyball Match scheduled for this Saturday, Sept. 24, at Waimea Distric Park has been changed. The match will start at 11:00a

Regal Foods Fundraiser 2022

Posted on September 19, 2022 in: General News

Regal Foods Fundraiser 2022

All students who sell ten (10) tickets [one entry for every ten tickets sold- in any combination of tickets] will be entered in a drawing fro a $300 cash award or an iPad.

Theology 7 - Nicene Creed Group Project

Posted on September 19, 2022 in: General News

Theology 7 - Nicene Creed Group Project

The Theology 7 class has been working in small groups on a shared vision project as they learned about the Nicene Creed. The goal of this exercise is to help the students better understand the Nicene Creed - specifically why we pray it, and where it comes from. The Creed is a ...

Cross Country Team Gets Interviewed

Posted on September 19, 2022 in: General News

Cross Country Team Gets Interviewed

A couple of weekends ago, the Cross Country Team competed on the Kamehameha Schools Campus. They all did well finishing in the top 50. Na Leo TV was there to cover the action. After the race, their crew approached our team and asked them for an interview. You can view the article by clicki...

Weekend Sports Report

Posted on September 19, 2022 in: General News

Weekend Sports Report

Here are our scoreboards from this past weekend On Saturday, September 17, the Girls Volleyball team had a match against HPA. They played at Laupahoehoe Gym. They played hard, but in the end came up short. Great job, Lady Cardinals! Also on Saturday, the Air Rifle Team competed at Hilo Hig...

Morning Chapel Hours

Posted on September 12, 2022 in: General News

Morning Chapel Hours

We are glad to announce that we will be opening the chapel for faculty and staff, students and families on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month from 7:15 - 7:35 in the morning. We invite you to come by and spend time in our new space. Located in the Elementary Division of campus, the sp...

Weekend Sports Review

Posted on September 12, 2022 in: General News

Weekend Sports Review

Both the Cross Country and Air Rifle teams competed at Kamehameha Schools on Saturday, September 10, 2022. All athletes did well. Our cross country runners finished in the top 50 in a field of 112. Congratulations to Zalia for coming in first place with her individual scores for air rifl...

College Board National Recognition

Posted on September 12, 2022 in: General News

College Board National Recognition

Congratulations to our own Taryll Moore Jr., who is one of 62,000 students from across the country to earn academic honors from the College Board’s National Recognition Programs! These National Recognition Programs grant underrepresented students with academic honors that can be included on co...

Preschool Celebrates Grandparents Day

Posted on September 09, 2022 in: General News

Preschool Celebrates Grandparents Day

Our preschoolers engaged in an activity to celebrate their grandparents and grandparents day. Each child made a handprint picture with the words "You are my sunshine" on it. Thank you to Aunty Marie, Aunty Gloria, Aunty Amy and Aunty Kanoe for working with students on this won...

8TH GRADEʻS ICOSAHEDRON

Posted on September 09, 2022 in: General News

8TH GRADEʻS ICOSAHEDRON

Mr. Caudill's first period advisory class has been learning about icosahedron. An icosahedron is composed of twenty equilateral triangles. It is one of the so-called Platonic Solids (the others are: tetrahedron, octahedron, cube, and dodecahedron). In the first few days of the school ye...

Updated Volleyball Schedule

Posted on September 08, 2022 in: General News

Updated Volleyball Schedule

Please note that the Girl's JV Volleyball team has added another game to their schedule. On Tuesday, September 13, they will be playing an away match versus Pāhoa JV Girls. We encourage you to come out and support the team. GO CARDINALS!!

SPORTS SCOREBOARD

Posted on September 05, 2022 in: General News

SPORTS SCOREBOARD

It was a full weekend of athletics. Cross Country, Volleyball and Air Rifle had away matches this week. Check below for the results from each sport. You can see higlights of the cross country meet at this link. Great job to all of our Cardinal Athletes. Keep up the good work! Click on the s...

7th Grade History - Hawaiian Navigation

Posted on September 05, 2022 in: General News

7th Grade History - Hawaiian Navigation

The seventh grade History class has been learning about Hawaiian Navigation with Kumu Kipapa. Above, the class is learning about a traditional Hawaiian star compass. They created their own star compass, pictured below, and got to experience how this tool was used in the pacific for navig...

Mahalo Mr. Callo and the Class of 1979

Posted on September 05, 2022 in: General News

Mahalo Mr. Callo and the Class of 1979

As you drive by the gym on Hualalai St., you will notice the school got a little facelift over the Labor Day weekend. Mahalo to Mr. Gerard Callo and the Class of 1979 for the donation of our renwed and refurbished sign. Above, the installed sign on the Hualalai St. side of the gym. Below, Mr ...

Sharp Shooters Ready

Posted on August 29, 2022 in: General News

Sharp Shooters Ready

On Friday, August 26, our Air Riflery Team kicked off their season in the St. Joseph Gym. This years team consists of a total of 7 athletes - Riley (ʻ26), Raylee (ʻ26), Connor (ʻ26), Yuriy (ʻ26), Elina (ʻ26) and Kokona (ʻ23). This was a virtual match. Each school shot in&nbs...

Cross Country Season Begins

Posted on August 29, 2022 in: General News

Cross Country Season Begins

On Saturday, August 27, the St. Joseph School Cross Country Team began their season in Keaʻau. Ethan (ʻ26), Leon (ʻ24), Dustin (ʻ26) and Demos (ʻ24) did great this weekend! Coach Linden has been training hard with the athletes to get them prepared. Below, Dustin and Demos are keepin...

September Breakfast and Lunch Menus

Posted on August 26, 2022 in: General News

September Breakfast and Lunch Menus

Breakfast and Lunch menus for September are available to view and download by clicking on the attached file.

Girls Volleyball Schedule

Posted on August 26, 2022 in: General News

Girls Volleyball Schedule

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Mass of the Holy Spirit

Posted on August 22, 2022 in: General News

Mass of the Holy Spirit

On August 17th, the kindergarten through twelfth grade gathered in the gym to celebrate the Mass of the Holy Spirit. It was a pleasant and heartfelt experience! Mahalo to Mrs. Villena and the students of the Campus Ministry who planned the Mass, invited the readers, made the lei for Fa...

Cross Country Schedule

Posted on August 15, 2022 in: General News

Cross Country Schedule

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Air Rifle Match Schedule

Posted on August 15, 2022 in: General News

Air Rifle Match Schedule

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Spirit Gear Drive

Posted on August 15, 2022 in: General News

Spirit Gear Drive

Announcing the launch of our online Spirit Gear Store. Show your spirit. Support St. Joseph School. THIS IS YOUR ONLY CHANCE THIS YEAR TO PURCHASE OUR UNIFORM APPROVED HOODIE. After August 31, the hoodie will not be available.

Affordable Connectivity Program

Posted on August 12, 2022 in: General News

Affordable Connectivity Program

The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is a temporary federal program that provides eligible households up to $30/month (or $75/month for households living on Tribal lands) toward their internet bills, as well as a one-time discount of up to $100 to purchase a laptop, desktop computer, or ta...

SJS Sideline Store Promotion

Posted on August 08, 2022 in: General News

SJS Sideline Store Promotion

Grab the newest on-the-go favorite with our August feature drop: BACKPACKS. These are durable and can be customized with one of several exclusive designs!

First Week of School

Posted on August 08, 2022 in: General News

First Week of School

The 2022 - 2023 school year has gotten off to a great start! The first week has been filled with excitement and enthusiam. Laughter and smiles fill the halls with children eager to learn for their teachers and fellowship with their classmates. Below are a few pictures from the first week...

Picture Day 2022

Posted on August 08, 2022 in: General News

Picture Day 2022

Just a friendly reminder...

Mahalo Class of 1972

Posted on August 05, 2022 in: General News

Mahalo Class of 1972

The St. Joseph Athletic Department is humbled and grateful for the Class of 1972 donation to our Athletic Program. Every dollar helps our student-athletes in more ways than you could even imagine during these times. It’s graduates/alumni like you who continue to be the heart and soul...

Smile for Us!

Posted on August 01, 2022 in: General News

Smile for Us!

Register with Amazon Smile and every time you make eligible purchases, Amazon will donate 0.5% to Saint Joseph School

Elementary / Preschool Event Calendar - August

Posted on August 01, 2022 in: General News

Elementary / Preschool Event Calendar - August

Keep up to date with what is happening in the Elementary and Preschool Divisions. Click on the attachment below to find out what is going on in August.

August Breakfast and Lunch Meal Calendar

Posted on August 01, 2022 in: General News

August Breakfast and Lunch Meal Calendar

Breakfast and Lunch menus for August are available to view and download by clicking on the attached file.

Updates to Jr./Sr. High School Handbook

Posted on August 01, 2022 in: General News

Updates to Jr./Sr. High School Handbook

As we begin the 2022 - 2023 school year, we want to bring to your attention that there have been updates made to the handbook for the Jr./Sr. High School Division. Please be sure to review the handbook and familiarize yourself with the updates. You can read the Jr./Sr. High School Ha...

2022 - 2023 Calendar

Posted on July 06, 2022 in: General News

2022 - 2023 Calendar

Attached are the 2022 - 2023 School Year Calendars for the Elementary and Jr./Sr. High School. If you have questions or concerns, feel free to contact the Elementary Office at: (808)935-4935 or the Jr./Sr. High Office at: (808)935-4936.

Summer Food Service Programs

Posted on July 06, 2022 in: General News

Summer Food Service Programs

The USDA's Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), also known as the Summer Meals Program, was established to ensure that children continue to receive nutritious meals when school is not in session. When school is out, SFSP provides free meals to kids and teens in low-income areas. Children 18 ...

Preschool Open Door Open Enrollment

Posted on July 06, 2022 in: General News

Preschool Open Door Open Enrollment

Preschool Open Doors understands the importance of child care. Preschool Open Doors (POD) promotes school readiness by providing child care subsidies to eligible families for the year prior to kindergarten. The Department of Human Services (DHS) contracts with PATCH to run the program. The ...

Jr. / Sr. High Report Card Distribution

Posted on June 06, 2022 in: General News

Jr. / Sr. High Report Card Distribution

We hope that your summer is going well. Report cards for the Jr. /Sr. High Division students are now available for pick up. Stop by the front office From Monday (6/6) through Friday (6/10) between 8:00a - 12:00p to get your child's final report card. You may also download a cop...

Good Job, Kindergarteners!

Posted on May 30, 2022 in: General News

Good Job, Kindergarteners!

On May 25, the kindergaten class celebrated the end of the year with a graduation ceremony. It was a nice day to have an outdoor celebration. They kids sang songs and showed off some of the skills that they have learned during the year. Above, the children are reciting the Our Father as the c...

6th Grade is Moving on Up!

Posted on May 30, 2022 in: General News

6th Grade is Moving on Up!

Congratulations to our sixth graders on a wonderful year! They are now ready to join the Jr./Sr. High School Division. Above, the Class of 2028 sits in the VIP "green room" waiting for their gradauation ceremony to start. Below, commencement has commenced. Congratulations Class of 20...

Congratulations, Class of 1972

Posted on May 30, 2022 in: General News

Congratulations, Class of 1972

We want to send well wishes to the St. Joseph School Class of 1972 celebrating their 50th reunion this week. They have gathered on island to celebrate and remember their times in high school. They joined us at St. Joseph Church to celebrate the graduating class of 2022. Thank you to the Class ...

Congratulations, Class of 2022!

Posted on May 30, 2022 in: General News

Congratulations, Class of 2022!

Congratulations to our graduates of the Class of 2022.

American Heart Association Silly String Challenge

Posted on May 26, 2022 in: General News

American Heart Association Silly String Challenge

Every year the Elementary Division participates in the Kids Heart Challenge event which raises money for the American Heart Association. As an added bonus to this year's event, students who raised more than $250 qualified to Silly String Mr. Nahoʻopiʻi. We were the only school in the s...

NOW HIRING - Head Volleyball Coach

Posted on May 23, 2022 in: General News

NOW HIRING - Head Volleyball Coach

St. Joseph School is currently seeking a Jr./Sr. High Divison Girls Volleyball Head Coach for the 2022-2023 season. Application forms are on our website under the Athletics tab and in the Jr./Sr. High School Main Office. You can also access the application by clicking on thi...

Jr./Sr. High Exam Week

Posted on May 20, 2022 in: General News

Jr./Sr. High Exam Week

Final Exams will take place from May 23 to May 27. All Jr./Sr. High school students are only required to attend school for the classes that they have finals for. There will be 2 finals administered each day: Exam 1: 8:00a - 9:30a, HST &n...

Thank you Mr. Alapai!

Posted on May 16, 2022 in: General News

Thank you Mr. Alapai!

Every school needs a Mr. Alapai. Mr. Alapai has been with St. Joseph School for 28 years. He currently serves as the head custodian for St. Joseph School, but he is so much more. He is the guardian and gate keeper for our school. He protects our school as if it were his family, and always lends a he...

2022 May Day Market Memories

Posted on May 16, 2022 in: General News

2022 May Day Market Memories

May 7, 2022 was our first annual May Day Market. It was a wonderful day filled with good food and great entertainment. After not being able to have outdoor events since the begining of the pandemic, it was really nice to see all the smiles and people enjoying themselves. We woud like to ...

May Crowning

Posted on May 16, 2022 in: General News

May Crowning

During the month of May we honor Mary, the Queen of Heaven. She was a perfect follower of Christ, and so is considered the crown of creation. The entire school gathered on May 16 to celebrate her at the Elementary Grotto by presenting flowers and lei. She is also the Mother of the Son of ...

5th Graders travel to Starbase

Posted on May 13, 2022 in: General News

5th Graders travel to Starbase

Earlier this month, The 5th grade class took a field trip to DOD STARBASE located in Keaʻau. Sponsored by the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Manpower and Reserve Affairs, the program engages students through an inquiry-based curriculum with its “hands-on, mind...

8th Grade Kawa Bay Estuary Fieldtrip

Posted on May 09, 2022 in: General News

8th Grade Kawa Bay Estuary Fieldtrip

On May 4, 2022, Mrs. Moreau's 8th Grade Class took a fieldtrip to Kawa Bay Estuary. In addition to learning about the intertidal zone, aquatic ecosystems and ocean chemistry, the students and parents removed 16 bags + 2 buckets + 2 large stump pieces of invasive mangroves from...

Dates To Remember

Posted on May 02, 2022 in: General News

Dates To Remember

We are into the last month of school. Everyone is getting excited for summer. Find attached a list of important dates to remember for the Month of May.

May Day Market

Posted on May 02, 2022 in: General News

May Day Market

Come and join us on May 7 for our May Day Market. We will be closing down Ululani Street from 10:00am - 2:00pm between the two campuses and having a day full of fun and fellowship. There will be food vendors, entertainment, a school store, a plant and produce booth, prize giveaways and more. Brin...

May Menus

Posted on May 02, 2022 in: General News

May Menus

Find this month's Breakfast and Lunch Menus attached

Merrie Monarch Memories

Posted on April 29, 2022 in: General News

Merrie Monarch Memories

After a two year hiatus due to the pandemic, the Merrie Monarch Festivies returned this year in full form. St. Joseph School had the honor of being involved with a few activities and events that happened during the week. Our hula hālau, under the direction of Kumu Hula Sammye Kuʻualoha Young...

East Hawaiʻi School Art Project

Posted on April 29, 2022 in: General News

East Hawaiʻi School Art Project

If you are ever at the Hilo International Airport, be sure to check out the East Hawaiʻi School Art Project. Located between the two terminal buildings, it features artwork from students of various East Hawaiʻi schools. The theme of the project is "What we love about Hilo".&...

Signed Progress Reports Due

Posted on April 24, 2022 in: General News

Signed Progress Reports Due

This is a reminder that your child's signed progress report is due to their homeroom teacher by 8:00a HST on April 27, 2022. If you have questions or concerns, feel free to contact the front office at: (808)935-4936.

Progress Report Distribution

Posted on April 18, 2022 in: General News

Progress Report Distribution

Progress Reports will be sent home with your child on April 22, 2022. Please review. Signed copies are due to your child's homeroom teacher by 8:00a HST on Wednesday, April 27. If you have questions, you can call the front office at: (808)935-4936.

Career Day 2022

Posted on April 14, 2022 in: General News

Career Day 2022

On April 6, 2022, the Jr./Sr. High Division participated in Career Day. This annual event allows students to attend presentations from professionals in the workforce and learn about what their careers entail. Due to the continued COVID protocols on campus, this year's Career Day was present...

SJS Tennis

Posted on April 13, 2022 in: General News

SJS Tennis

This year was a great learning season for the St. Joseph School Tennis Team. We had four first time players this year. Liayla, Brianna, Zalia and Karlynn continue to learn more about the game of tennis with every practice. Above, Liayla is working on her serve. Below, Karlynn warms up with C...

Drive, Chip, Putt Master

Posted on April 08, 2022 in: General News

Drive, Chip, Putt Master

This is an update to follow up on a story from earlier this month. Fifth grader, Leo Saito, captured third place overall at the 8th annual Drive, Chip, Putt National Finals on April 3, 2022 in the 10-11 year-old division. He placed 1st in chipping, 2nd in driving and putting. This...

Congratulations, Michaela!

Posted on April 08, 2022 in: General News

Congratulations, Michaela!

Sending a huge congratulations to Michaela Costales, class of 2026. On March 26, she competed on Oʻahu at the Blaisdell Arena in the State Gynmastic Championships. Michaela place 2nd overall in the level 7 division. Not only is Michaela a state champion, she is an academic scholar. For...

9th Annual Youth Arts Challenge

Posted on April 08, 2022 in: General News

9th Annual Youth Arts Challenge

The institute on Violence, Abuse & Trauma and the Hawaiʻi Planning Committee in conjunction with the 19th Hawaiʻi International Summit on Preventing, Assessing & Treating Trauma across the Lifespan celebrated the 9th Annual Youth Arts Challenge promoting the development of healthy interperso...

St. Joseph Day Coloring Contest

Posted on April 06, 2022 in: General News

St. Joseph Day Coloring Contest

Every year, an anonymous donor gifts the elementary school prizes for a contest in recognition of our patron saint's day. This year, we had a coloring contest. There were three age groups: Kindergarten/1st grade, 2nd / 3rd grade, 4th - 6th grade. Each...

Class of 2022 Salutatorian

Posted on April 04, 2022 in: General News

Class of 2022 Salutatorian

Congratulations RyAnne. Way to go!

Class of 2022 Valedictorian

Posted on April 04, 2022 in: General News

Class of 2022 Valedictorian

Congratulations Payton. Great job!

Digital Intent To Return Form

Posted on March 28, 2022 in: General News

Digital Intent To Return Form

In an effort to be more sustainable, St. Joseph School has converted the Intent To Return Form to a digital platform. The form is intended for you to declare your intentions for your child's attendance at St. Joseph School next year. Parents received an email with a link to the digi...

Signed Report Cards

Posted on March 28, 2022 in: General News

Signed Report Cards

As a reminder, signed report cards are due on Wednesday March 30, 2022 by 8:00am HST. For students that do not return their report card in time, they will receive a detention.

Breakfast / Lunch Menu - April 2022

Posted on March 28, 2022 in: General News

Breakfast / Lunch Menu - April 2022

Click on the attached file to view the breakfast and lunch menus for the month of April.

Dates To Remember

Posted on March 28, 2022 in: General News

Dates To Remember

Important Dates To Remember For April 2022 4/13: Noon Dismissal (K-12) 4/14: No School (Holy Thursday) 4/15: No School (Good Friday) 4/18:...

Prince Kūhiō Day

Posted on March 21, 2022 in: General News

Prince Kūhiō Day

Prince Kūhiō Day is a state holiday that honors the life of Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalaniana‘ole and his many accomplishments in service of his people and the Hawaiian Islands. Born on March 26, 1871 in the Kōloa District on the island of Kaua'i, he was named after his maternal grandfather&nbs...

Report Card Distribution

Posted on March 21, 2022 in: General News

Report Card Distribution

Just a reminder that 3rd Quarter Report Cards will be sent home with your child on Thursday, March 24. Signed Report Cards must be to your child's homeroom teacher no later than 8:00am HST on Wednesday, March 30.

Rest in Peace, Mrs. Mattos

Posted on March 17, 2022 in: General News

Rest in Peace, Mrs. Mattos

Mrs. Aileen Mattos, who served as the Front Office Secretary at St. Joseph School from 1983 - 2009, passed away on Wednesday, March 2, 2022 at the age of 79. "Aunty Aileen", affectionately by many, was loved by the faculty, staff, students, and all who came in contact with her duri...

11-Year-Old Golf Master

Posted on March 17, 2022 in: General News

11-Year-Old Golf Master

St. Joseph School 5th Grader, Leo Saito, dreams of being a professional golfer when he grows up. He has been fortunate to win several state and regional tournaments. Leo is the first boy from Hawaiʻi to qualify for the Drive Chip Putt National Finals at the Augusta National Golf Club in Ge...

Solemnity of St. Joseph Mass & Stations of the Cross

Posted on March 16, 2022 in: General News

Solemnity of St. Joseph Mass & Stations of the Cross

Observed on March 19, the Feast of St. Joseph is an annual celebration honoring the husband of the Virgin Mary and legal guardian of Jesus Christ. St. Joseph is the patron saint of workers. Because St. Joseph's Day was within Spring Break this year, we celebrated on March 11. The morning s...

Run Dan Run.....

Posted on March 14, 2022 in: General News

Run Dan Run.....

As COVID-19 protocols relax, more and more activities are being allowed for our student athletes. On March 12, our track and field team participated in events at Waiākea High School. It was a nice day for some friendly competition! Daniel Eftink, Class of 2023, led our team by participating in the 2...

2022 Speech Festival

Posted on March 14, 2022 in: General News

2022 Speech Festival

This year's Speech Festival took place on March 11, 2022. The event was held in the gymnasium with the Jr./Sr. High Division students in attendance. The theme was Slam Poetry. All those who particpated had exellent performances and showcased some great talent. Special recognition goes to the ...

Senior Retreat 2022

Posted on March 14, 2022 in: General News

Senior Retreat 2022

Senior Retreat - A Rite of Passage On March 4 - 6, the Senior Class spent the weekend together for their Senior Retreat. It was held at Kīlauea Military Camp in Volcano National Park. They spent time strengthening thier faith, learning more about themselves, and bonding as a c...

Campus Beautification Day

Posted on March 10, 2022 in: General News

Campus Beautification Day

On March 2, following our Ash Wednesday prayer service, the Jr./Sr. High Division took the remainder of the day to focus on projects to beautify the campus. It was uplifting to see the student body give back and take pride in their campus. The 7th graders worked in the māla, or Hawaiian garden, p...

Ash Wednesday Prayer Service

Posted on March 07, 2022 in: General News

Ash Wednesday Prayer Service

St. Joseph School Jr./Sr. High Division started the Lenten Season with an outdoor Ash Wednesday Prayer Service. It was a beautiful morning for fellowship. The Hawaiian Language students did a piko ceremony to help prepare the students for the prayer service. The oli, or chant, they re...

Hinamatsuri

Posted on March 07, 2022 in: General News

Hinamatsuri

Celebrated on March 3, Hinamatsuri, also known as doll's day or girl's day, is a religious holiday in Japan to pray for the health and happiness of young females. The event is celebrated by displaying traditional Hina dolls and enjoying special dishes. Early Japanese immigrants brought the h...

Senior Car Wash

Posted on March 04, 2022 in: General News

Senior Car Wash

On Saturday, February 26, the class of 2022 held a car wash to raise funds for their Senior Retreat Weekend. It was a beautiful day in Hilo, the line of cars was steady all day and there was a lot of fellowship shared. Their hard work was rewarded with $1500 at the end of the day. Great jo...

RoboJoes Representing

Posted on February 28, 2022 in: General News

RoboJoes Representing

During the Hawaii VRC State Championship this last Friday and Saturday, both SJS teams represented Saint Joseph School well. RoboJoeB placed 5th in the pre-qualification matches while Team RoboJoeA placed 12th. Team RoboJoeA and RoboJoeB both received the Judges Award for displaying special re...

Japan Wizard Champions

Posted on February 28, 2022 in: General News

Japan Wizard Champions

On Saturday, February 26, two teams from St. Joseph School participated in the final round of the Japan Wizard Competition. Public and private schools from around the state answered questions about Japanese language, culture, history, and politics for a chance to win a trip to Japan. Our T...

Dates To Remember

Posted on February 25, 2022 in: General News

Dates To Remember

IMPORTANT DATES FOR MARCH 3/11: [noon dismissal] St. Joseph Feast Day 3/14 - 3/18: [no school] Spring Break 3/24: 3rd Quarter Report Cards Distribu...

In Recognition and Appreciation

Posted on February 24, 2022 in: General News

In Recognition and Appreciation

On Tuesday, February 22, we had an assembly to recognize our distinguished faculty and staff who have selflessly dedicated a combined 142 years of service to St. Joseph School. We gathered outside the gym along with their families to show our gratitude and appreciation. It was a wonderful ...

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