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The Voice
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The Voice
Current freshmen students prepare to welcome the SJA Class of 2027 on Saturday, January 28th.

“Welcome to Heaven” Class of 2027

Bella Elpers, Senior Staff Writer
February 11, 2023
Future Angel with her sign

New Angels Granted their Wings

Mackie Schuler, Senior Staff Writer
February 10, 2023
Sophomore students smile at the 2022 SJA Auction.

Students feeling “Lucky” with Auction Raffle

Bella Elpers, Senior Staff Writer
January 28, 2023
Junior Karina Weiss escorts a family through the front doors to begin a tour during open house.

Peeking Through the Doors of Open House

Emily Rines, Senior Staff Writer
November 20, 2022
Moms using the fun props at the 360 camera.

Partying it up with the Mom’s

Jenna Akins, Senior Staff Writer
November 8, 2022
Children enjoying pony rides at Angel Fest

Serving the Community at Angel Fest

Makenna Hobart
November 1, 2022
Pictured left to right: Student volunteers Eliza Kelly '24, Cate Guenther '24 and Lucy Giunta '24.

Recap: ‘22 Angel Fest Came to Impress

Bailey Bryan, Senior Staff Writer
October 26, 2022
Mrs. Kathleen Matecki '74 and her husband Paul cut the ribbon for the opening of the new Matecki Library as their nieces senior Maria Mueller and sophomore Carolyn Mueller watch.

Checking Out the New Matecki Library

Olivia Bussman
October 15, 2022
Ms. Howley poses at her classroom door.

Math Dept “adds” a new member

Lucy Broun, Senior Staff Writer
October 4, 2022
St. Joe's new Principal of Missions, Mrs. Maggie Sullivan.

Welcoming Mrs. Maggie Sullivan with Open Arms

Julia Rhodes, Editor in Chief
October 4, 2022
The annual auction took place this year on February 26. It was an in-person event this year, but there was a virtual option for those who cannot attend (such as out-of -town alumni) or are uncomfortable attending in person. Those who have helped organize the event were excited to announce an in person availability after a fully virtual auction last year. The auction committee had an exciting array of items that were a huge hit, including: Tickets to Justin Bieber along with a spray tan, a sushi delivery, and an Uber gift card The classic “Pick Your Own Parking Spot at SJA”- with preference of parking space in the back by locker room, chorus doors or out front Colorful, roomy Consuela Grab Bags which are ideal for the students as well as their mothers. Not to mention, a perfect fit for Spring Break. A mini goldendoodle (Jade) and a yellow lab (Ivy). Ms. Gina Hayes, Auction Manager at St. Joe, and has been one of the lead organizers in rounding up the unique auction items that were up for bid this year. “One of the things I am most looking forward to is that we are having a "Jewelry Heist" this year at the auction. It's a new idea. We have beautiful earrings, bracelets, necklaces and designer watches that were donated. Each person who purchases a box will receive a piece of jewelry worth between $100-$1000. I hope it's a successful addition to the auction!” Ms. Hayes said before the auction took place. Nora Minton, Events and Sponsorship Coordinator at St. Joe, helps with the annual auction each year as well. “I love helping with the auction each year because our St. Joe community never fails to show support to our Angels,” Mrs. Minton said. “An Evening with the Angels” was no doubt an evening to remember with all of the hard work and dedication the Auction team put into it, and the generosity and support of our SJA community.

Making Money for the Angels

Maggie Mays, Senior Staff Writer
March 1, 2022
The Evening with the Angels was the school's annual dinner auction that brings together parents, alumnae and friends of St. Joseph's Academy. It is the school's largest fundraiser. This year's auction took place on Saturday, February 26. The mass took place in the chapel starting at 5pm and registration and cocktails began at 5:30pm in the Shanahan Commons. You might be asking yourself why St. Joe even needs an auction? In short, an auction fills in the gaps of operating the school. Tuition doesn’t cover all of the school’s expenses and so anticipated revenue from the auction is included in the school operating budget. Basically, this means that the auction helps keep the lights on. In addition to keeping St Joe running, the auction also raises funds directed towards scholarships and school improvements. A big improvement that the auction supports is the Fund A Need. Each year, the community recognizes a special need for students and targets it as a Fund A Need and specifically raises funds for this one particular improvement. This year, the project that will support and build on the life- long foundation of the Catholic faith. With the donations collected at the auction, this fund will help improve and renovate the St. Joseph’s Academy Chapel. The Chapel was completed between 1856-58, shortly after the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet founded St. Joe in Frotenac. Since then very few updates have been made. However, the Chapel has been embedded in the school’s history and serves as a cornerstone for the building. Many students go into the Chapel for prayer, peace and quiet, and to study while becoming closer with God. In addition, students use the Chapel for gatherings, Campus Ministry activities, reconciliation, adoration, and retreats. Occasionally, St. Joe also uses the Chapel for small group masses and monthly Rosary gatherings. With the stresses of today the girls need this space more than ever. Linda Decker, Director of Instiutional Advancement, was especially excited that the event was able to take place in person. “ Being together again… is truly special for our community. We also offer[ed] a virtual experience through mobile bidding. Our student raffle is so important to our success and everyone is doing a fantastic job supporting the school we love,” Mrs. Decker said. This year there was plenty of fun items auctioned off. This year St. Joe auctioned off tickets to Justin Beiber with spray tans, a sushi delivery and Uber gift Card. Another hot items was the “Pick your own parking spot at SJA” which allows students to have their parking space in the back by locker room, chorus doors or out front. There were Consuela Grab Bags that are ideal for the students as well as their mothers. The bags are colorful and roomy. However, the crowd favorite items were the two puppies! Jade is a mini goldendoodle and Ivy is a yellow labrador retriever. Both went home with loving St. Joe families. Gina Hayes, Auction Chair, was really looking forward to this year’s new idea, “Jewelry Heist.” “We have beautiful earrings, bracelets, necklaces and designer watches that were donated. Each person who purchases a box will receive a piece of jewelry worth between $100-$1000,” Mrs. Hayes said. More than 463 people attended “A Night with the Angels” and there were more than 200 volunteers to ensure the success of this year’s record-breaking fundraiser. It raised more than $1 million. More than $367,000 of that was pinpointed for Fund-A-Need and renovations of the chapel will begin this year. Also, a record $101,000 was gathered by students for the raffle. The Angels are incredibly grateful for the success of the auction.. This event truly helps St. Joe and the students. Donating does really help the education of young women and provides attendees an opportunity to celebrate everything St. Joe.

Evening with the Angels

Brighton McDaniel, Senior Staff Writer
March 1, 2022
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