The St. Joseph School District is inviting the public to attend a back to school rally.

The District will hold the rally, Friday August 14 at 9 a.m. at the Civic Arena.

“The district rally is our annual pep rally for the beginning of the school year for the SJSD. It’s important for us to open the event to the community because the schools belong to the community,” said Dr. Robert Newhart, Superintendent. “It’s also the only time we are together as a staff in one place. It’s a unifying event for us.”

The district said goals for this coming year include better communication with the staff and community, practicing good stewardship of district resources and increasing student achievement.

Dr. Tim Crowley is the keynote speaker who will focus on “Together, We Can.” The St. Joseph School District Foundation is the sponsor of the keynote speaker.

Lafayette High School is the spotlight school this year. Honored staff include the Teacher of the Year, Tina Shaginaw; Support Person of the Year, Linda Peters; and Innovator of the Year,
Maria Ramirez Braiz.