Phone

718-342-4136
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www.sjhsguyanaalumni.us
REUNION 2012 BROOKLYN, NEW YORK, USA

PLANNING COMMITTEE
Paulette Anthony Louise King Chuck-a-Sang Beverley Daniels Kim Grant Brenda Sankar Locke Denise Noble McGarrell Jacqueline Newton Colin Patterson Janice Belgrave Richardson Maude Ann Rodrigues Rita Moore Tyndall Lorna Campbell

St. Josephs Alumni Association 454 Vermont Street Brooklyn, NY USA

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August 25 September 1
Celebrating A Culture of Excellence & Pride In Education & Service

ST. JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL

GEORGETOWN, GUYANA

REUNION 2012 BROOKLYN, NEW YORK, USA

St. Joseph Pride

The Last Dance

The St. Joseph High School Reunion is a triennial celebration which is organized by the Alumni body and rotated among its participating chapters. The tradition was born in 1997 at the schools Centennial Celebration in Georgetown, Guyana. Since then, the Guyana Old Students Association has hosted the event twice, in 2000 and 2009. The US Chapter followed in 2003 and will be hosting this years upcoming event. Toronto (Canada) did the honours in 2006 and is expected to do so again in 2015. The event receives support from the Schools administrative staff, teachers and students, the Parent-Teachers Association, Board of Governors and the founding Sisters of Mercy. Reunion 2012 will be held in the City of New York, starting on August 25th and culminating on September 1st, during the height of the famed Labor-Day Weekend festivities. We have again planned an exciting programme of activities geared to satisfy both the pocket and ultimate pleasure of many. You would not want to miss it. So get ready to celebrate St. Joseph Pride.
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Saturday, September 1
Brooklyn, New York (10:00 p.m. 4:00 a.m.) Party til next morn! Join us in bringing the curtain down on Reunion 2012 with a rocking Labor-Day Weekend jam.

Great Atmosphere Fabulous Music Delicious Buffet Dinner Take-home Breakfast Tight Security
& more
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ST. JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL

GEORGETOWN, GUYANA

REUNION 2012
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK, USA

Club Night In the Big Apple

Calendar of Activities
DATE August 25 August 26 DAY Saturday Sunday TIME 12 Noon 11:00 a.m. 12 Noon EVENT Fun & Sports Day Church Service Lunch Reception Principal Report Cultural Show Fashion Show & More Approx. $40 Broadway Show Approx. $110 Executive Meeting Symposium FREE DAY One-day Tour of Historic and Heritage Sites in Washington, DC Approx. $100

August 27 August 28

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday

Evening Afternoon Evening FREE DAY Bus Tour

Friday, August 27
8:00 p.m. 12 Midnight The Cotton Club Harlem, New York Lets do it Again! This was rated the best event of our Reunion 2003 lineup, so here comes the encore. Live performance of vintage American Blues & Jazz by acclaimed musicians and vocalists will transform your evening into a rapturous and unforgettable experience. You will also savour the authentic gourmet taste of Southern cuisine at the world-renowned Cotton Club, located in the historic New York City enclave, named Harlem.

August 29 August 30

August 31

Friday

Club Night Blues & Jazz Show In the Big Apple Cotton Club Approx. $50 Reunion Dance Brooklyn, NY $25

September 1

Saturday

The Registration Fee is $25, for which you will be eligible to take the discounted prices and receive a souvenir item. Registration will commence on February 15 and end on July 15, 2012. Fashionable Ladies Tank Tops and Polo Shirts will also be available for purchase.
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ST. JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL

GEORGETOWN, GUYANA

REUNION 2012
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK, USA

Fun Day of Sports

Saturday, August 25 New York City Park Oh, the games we played when we were young and free of the many cares of life! Come and relive those wonderful moments and represent your house at our fun-filled Day of Sports. Lime & Spoon, Sack, Three-legged and Needle & Thread races, Sprints and Tug-o-war are expected to be among the list of activities. Contestants must be registered participants in order to be eligible to compete in any of the events. Prizes will be given to the winners. Bring along your picnic basket and family and friends for a great day of fun..

Tour of American Historic & Heritage Sites

MARUDI HOUSE (Blue)

HOLITIPU HOUSE (Red)

From Brooklyn, NY to Washington, DC Thursday, August 30

Deluxe motor coach transportation Professional Guided Tour Breakfast, Lunch & Tea-time Snacks

WENISHIMA HOUSE (Green)

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See the White House and other important landmarks: Martin Luther King National Memorial African Art Museum Duke Ellington Mural Civil War Memorial
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ST. JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL

GEORGETOWN, GUYANA

REUNION 2012
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK, USA

Broadway Show

The School HOUSES

There are six Houses at St. Joseph High School, all named after prominent mountains in Guyana and each identified by a bright colour. They are: MARUDI Blue HOLITIPU Red AKAIWANA HOUSE WENISHIMA Green AKAIWANA Yellow (Yellow) PARAMAKATOI Purple IRMAIPAN Orange The current House system was introduced in 1972. Former head of the schools Geography Department, Ms. Brenda Gonzalves, reportedly played a major role in this development. Each house is led by PARAMAKATOI HOUSE a House Master/Mistress, (Purple) who is assisted by a House Captain, Vice-Captain, Secretary and Treasurer. In addition to the annual Inter-House Athletic Championship and the Cricket, Football, Basketball, Volleyball and Circle Tennis tournaments, students are also prepped to represent their respective houses at IRMAIPAN HOUSE Elocution and Impromptu Speaking competitions. (Orange)
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They say the neon lights are bright On Broadway They say there is always magic in the air

Monday, August 27
(Evening) New York City The stars will welcome you to the worlds greatest city with gripping performances and soaring melodies that will remain etched in your memories forever. Enjoy the sights and sounds of American theatre at a captivating Broadway show featuring an amazing cast of players. Stay tuned for more information!

ST. JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL

GEORGETOWN, GUYANA

REUNION 2012
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK, USA

Commemoration Service

Blue Ribbon Extravaganza

Sunday, August 26
AFRIKA HOUSE 2265 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11226 Following the Commemoration Service, we will travel a short distance to the elegant dining hall of AFRIKA HOUSE for our formal Opening Ceremony. A concise report from the principal on the Schools performance over the last three years will be presented. Representatives from each of the participating Alumni chapters will also deliver brief addresses. Guests will be treated to a sumptuous menu of Guyanese and American dishes for Lunch and an assortment of Tea-time delicacies. The finest in musical entertainment will be provided by the Chronicle Atlantic Steel Orchestra, and a popular disc jockey will be in the house to add spice to the celebration. The Glee Club will light up the stage with a performance of a favourite selection of the past, while a bevy of Josephs girls will model a slate of stylish apparel designed by SJ alumni. A slice of dramatic Guyanese poetry and other cultural presentations will be part of the marvelous afternoon programme.
Any one who is interested in modeling, singing, doing a dramatic or cultural piece is invited to contact the Reunion Committee. Contact information is listed on the back page. 6 7 (corner of Snyder Avenue) 12:00 noon 7:00 p.m.

Sunday, August 26 11:00 a.m. Our Lady of Refuge Catholic Church 2020 Foster Avenue (corner of Ocean Avenue) Brooklyn, NY 11210