Community Came Together as One for Catholic Schools Week
Last week, during Catholic Schools Week, the community celebrated Catholic Schools Week through reflection, gatherings and expressions of gratitude for one another and the gift of a Catholic high school education.
The week began with students creating special notes for their parents/guardians, grandparents, faculty members and coaches thanking them for their education. On Tuesday, January 28, the community gathered for the first faculty v. seniors volleyball game. After an exciting 15 minutes of play, the seniors won the game, 25-14!
The community welcomed Rev. Joseph Koopman as the celebrant of the annual Catholic Schools Week Mass. Principal Mr. Jeff Sutliff also continued the tradition of honoring Saint Joseph Academy’s faculty as Catholic school educators. President Mrs. Kathryn Purcell provided certificates to the following faculty members for their years of service in the Cleveland Diocese:
5 Years
Ms. Ali Conkey, Social Studies Teacher
Mrs. Erin King, English Teacher
Mrs. Christina Actis, Health & Physical Education Teacher
Dr. Jessica Wrobleski, Vice President of Mission
10 Years
Mrs. Anne Ising, Performing Arts Teacher & Theater Director
Mrs. Holly Vinkovich, English Teacher & Department Chair
15 Years
Mrs. Tina Marie Plesca, Spanish Teacher
Mrs. Shannon McVay '04, Math Teacher
Mrs. Virginia Malloy, School Based Mental Health Counselor
25 Years
Mr. Robert Polk, English Teacher
Mr. Jeff Sutliff, Principal
45 Years
Ms. Maryann Marek, School Counselor (Last Names: L-Z) & Department Chair
On Thursday, January 30, students received cookies and gratitude shout-outs. Also, Dr. Jessica Wrobleski and students delivered cupcakes, posters and thank you cards as gratitude to our founders, the Sisters of the Congregation of St. Joseph.
The special week ended with the members of the Class of 2027 attending their class retreat. Students participated in small group discussions, attended a panel discussion with current students and alumnae on personal integrity and went on a scavenger hunt.
