Does Anyone Know what is going on at St. Joseph School in Jeanerette! Please Help!

By Concerned Parent
Published/Last Modified on Friday, April 11, 2008 5:15 AM CDT

 

There is a New Priest in Town and The Principal resigned after 17 Years. Does anyone have any information about why she was forced to resigned and what teachers are following her? This is terrible.

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    jon wrote on May 12, 2008 9:34 PM:

    " What needs to be asked is why this priest keeps getting moved from school to school ? "

    Max wrote on May 12, 2008 6:25 PM:

    " Sandy if you are worried about another school start your own thread. That would be a great help. Thanks "

    Max wrote on May 12, 2008 6:22 PM:

    " Thats the first thing I did sandy! Why do you think I took it to a public forum. I tried to talk to the priest and the school. Read the whole thread. before you comment "

    to Sandy wrote on May 9, 2008 7:19 AM:

    " Call the School Board Office (365-2341)and ask the Superintendent this question or the school's Principal. I think anything you find out in this forum will be nothing more than speculation and you won't know any more than you do now. If you have a question ask the direct source (of course they can't always give an answer because of unforseen problems and set backs with construction)....not the general public. "

    To Sandy wrote on May 9, 2008 6:42 AM:

    " You need to post a headline under the forum on your concern. Then everyone with that particular concern will post under that headline. I'm sure many people would like to discuss that problem with you. "

    Sandy wrote on May 8, 2008 3:41 PM:

    " Guess I'll have to post something under this forum subject since no one is interested in the Grand Marais/Peebles Elementary students that have been displaced for nearly 3 years. It seems as though the private sector schools get much more attention in the forum than the public schools. I am asking once again does anyone have any idea or comments about the completion of the above mentioned students' school or not????? This just seems to be pushed beneath a rug & no one seems to care about their school....they don't have a school!!!!!!!
    "

    to the daily iberian wrote on May 7, 2008 3:29 PM:

    " I think all sides,views, and opinions have been expressed. We've even seen a dwindle in the number of comments in the last few days. Please consider removing this thread from the forum. I don't think your removal of it will draw any criticism. Please consider this request. Thank You. "

    Charlsie Buteaux wrote on May 7, 2008 2:15 PM:

    " Again, shame on the Daily Iberian for letting this mess go on. It really needs to stop. The only thing this is doing is feeding the Daily Iberian's need for drama and craziness. Please only allow positive comments on this forum. "

    wrote on May 7, 2008 10:59 AM:

    " The school year is almost over. All the arguing will not change anything. Opinions have been formed and will not be changed. So please let's just stop this forum and move on. It had slowed down, but one side or the other keeps bringing up the same old things. I guess now the issue is the removal of past students by the principal. Well the fact it 1/2 say she had the right to do it, which sheprobably did and the other side says she did it for the wrong reasons, and she probably did. "

    Light of Hope... of wrote on May 7, 2008 8:15 AM:

    " With that said, all of these cruel and nasty comments are uncalled for. It cannot make anyone feel good deep down to hurt someones' spirit in this way. No matter the reason. That's why there's an old and a new testament. "An eye for an eye" is in the old. "Forgiveness and love" is in the new. Lets stay in the new. No one should be subjected to judge and jury unless it is a crime. Dr. Corinne made a choice to resign. It is not a crime. So be it!!
    "

    Info wrote on May 6, 2008 8:12 PM:

    " Did we read the same article. Ego and power trip. I thought I read that parents should do what is best for their child knowing that a private school can kick any one out for any reason. The reason does not have to be disclosed to anyone. "

    not hanson wrote on May 6, 2008 7:55 PM:

    " If you are saying that the person who started this forum attends Hanson, I think you are wrong. The person who started this forum obviously is someone with immediate ties to St. Joe. Not that I know who it is, but I know that much. "

    GOD wrote on May 6, 2008 7:43 PM:

    " This is God again-you people are starting to realy pee me off-shut this down or I'm gonna come down and smite the first born male child of each of your families "

    to information wrote on May 6, 2008 4:37 PM:

    " I read it. So what's our point? I think I know what it is. You are tring to point out that private schools have the right to remove students from their school or not choose to invite them to attend. That may be, but normally decisions in that regard are made on a basis of some realistic problem, not on an ego or power trip of the principal. You cannot justify her actions in these cases by this article. The circumstances are highly questionable in these particular cases. "

    who started the forum wrote on May 6, 2008 4:23 PM:

    " I think she attends Hanson "

    I doubt wrote on May 6, 2008 3:27 PM:

    " I seriously doubt that Catholic High students started this forum. A few may have commented possibly, but not start it. "

    To Ron wrote on May 6, 2008 9:49 AM:

    " Alright Ron, calm down over there. I didn't mean to insult you. "

    Information wrote on May 6, 2008 8:37 AM:

    " Please everyone go to www.publicschoolreview.com/articles/5.read the whole article. "

    to dont want the money wrote on May 5, 2008 9:15 PM:

    " I don't understand why you cannot post the name of the person that started all of this when in many of the enteries in this forum there are many teachers names listed, funny The Daily Iberian allowed that. Shame on them. "

    Ron wrote on May 5, 2008 8:03 PM:

    " To the commentor for Ron
    Man you need to wake up. educate yourself. I don't need management from men, God Is my manager. I studied religion of men long ago, religion is what man offers God the bible is what God offers men. Educate yourself look past your nose you'd be suprised there is a big world out there. Your catholic church is writen of in revalations and it has a name. Maybe then you'd see what I'm talking about. Good luke "

    to Does Anybody Know... wrote on May 5, 2008 6:51 PM:

    " Also, by visiting the other kid's pages in their "friends" lists, and their friend's, friend's lists, etc., I found other kids, from another school who were bragging about the lies they had posted as payback for some altercation that took place at a St. Joseph basketball game one night. They also talk about every word that comes out of their parents mouths. If you got the cash, I got the names. "

    to Does Anybody Know... wrote on May 5, 2008 6:40 PM:

    " I do in fact know who started this silly thing. I also know (beyond a shadow of a doubt), who several other posters are. Will you give me $100 for every one I can positively identify? I'll give you a hint...Three of them are Catholic High students (I know this for a fact because I caught them). You can learn a lot about your kids by buying computer monitoring software and finding out the passwords to their OTHER MySpace page...you know, the one they DON'T want you to see. "

    accountable yes wrote on May 5, 2008 6:21 PM:

    " But remember God is a forgiving God and if anyone, on any side of the issue feels they, in someway, did wrong or said things that they shouldn't have and they are truly sorry, they will be forgiven by Him. "

    End wrote on May 5, 2008 2:16 PM:

    " And in the end each and everyone should be held accountable for their actions which led to all of this. "

    rejected wrote on May 5, 2008 1:54 PM:

    " it was rejected. email it. "

    AND IN THE END wrote on May 4, 2008 5:03 PM:

    " ....And in the end they knew What St. Joseph School was about, because they put it all in God's hands, and trusted him with their little school, as it should have been in the beginning.


    THE END "

    Dont want the money wrote on May 4, 2008 3:24 PM:

    " I would love to print the name of the person who started this, but if I submit it the Daily Iberian will probably not post it. I will submit it in another post so if you don't see it, that means it was rejected! "

    Reinhold Niebuhr wrote on May 3, 2008 2:17 PM:

    " God grant me the serenity
    to accept the things I cannot change;
    courage to change the things I can;
    and wisdom to know the difference.

    Living one day at a time;
    Enjoying one moment at a time;
    Accepting hardships as the pathway to peace;
    Taking, as He did, this sinful world
    as it is, not as I would have it;
    Trusting that He will make all things right
    if I surrender to His Will;
    That I may be happy in this life.







    "

    Blessed Mother help us wrote on May 2, 2008 8:55 PM:

    " Glory be to the Father, the Son and the holy spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen! "

    Does Anybody Know wrote on May 2, 2008 7:11 PM:

    " Does anybody know who started this silly thing. I'll pay $100.00 to anyone who posts their name. This forum is silly. The new principal met with parents at the St. Joe Cafeteria, and everyone seemed very pleased and ready to start a new year. So this forum is silly. St. Joe is alive and well and will stay alive and well. "

    Lets Put Them In Order wrote on May 2, 2008 3:56 PM:

    " For the sake of Fr.Jody, Dr. Hebert, The teachers, and the children. That is the order in which they were criticized. Just to be fair. I agree,stop. "

    My heart is for St Joseph School wrote on May 2, 2008 2:48 PM:

    " I agree with please stop this. I dearly respect Corinne and wish the very best for her and her family, all of this bashing against each other needs to stop. This is not helping our children, school, church, or priest. "

    God wrote on May 2, 2008 12:17 PM:

    " All right you people-stop this foolishness NOW or I'm going to come down and smite somebody. You people think you're Catholic High or what?? "

    Please stop wrote on May 2, 2008 11:00 AM:

    " For the sake of Dr. Hebert, Fr. Jody, the children and teachers of the school and all the people of St. John the Evangelist Church and Jeanerette please stop this. This is not solving anything. It is only airing dirty laundry and making fools out of everyone. "

    No more circus wrote on May 2, 2008 9:55 AM:

    " SHAME, SHAME, SHAME on the Daily Iberian for letting this shamble go on. Regardless of who is bashing who, this should not have been able to progress to this. This was allowed to happen by the Daily Iberian. Whoever is approving this at the Daily Iberian, should get a life. Quit feeding on this negativity. "

    to not your savior wrote on May 2, 2008 7:26 AM:

    " Goodness!! you are even cocky in prayer.
    Just remember God sees all, hears all, and knows all. So you can hide behind your "not your savior" name on this forum but "YOUR SAVIOR" knows who you are. "

    Queenmayfe wrote on May 2, 2008 12:39 AM:

    " Why do you not ALL stop this nonsense?
    You know who you are. It seems to me, that all some of you do is speak harshness to one another. Shame on you! Your children listen to every word and what example is that to set for them? You should be teaching them that all things in the world does not revolve around any particular person or group. Work together to solve problems like a community. There are times in life that we must let God be in control. May peace finally reign in your hearts and souls! "

    to a new classmate next year wrote on May 1, 2008 8:32 PM:

    " * this comment is to welcome a new classmate into 6th grade next year. Do you see the START? I know your and your child will be very happy. We will all make sure of that. WELCOME!!!!! Write back to me if you can. "

    Just a thought wrote on May 1, 2008 7:22 PM:

    " There was an article awhile back that stated young professional men and women are crying a lot more at the work place than at any previous time. The reason given is young people can’t take negative criticism concerning their job performance because they have been pampered too much at home and over protected by their parents. Kids need tough love to stand on their own two feet later. Sometimes others know more what is best for our children than we do. Remember, it takes a village to raise a child. "

    not your savior wrote on May 1, 2008 6:49 PM:

    " please lord forgive me for my use of the words trash and buggerhead. I know that in the world we live in this is one of the most horrible sins, and according to the columbine policy I should be punished. Forgive my bad grammer and puncuation. Give me the strength to create a higher level of respect for others, like the fowl mouth lady, or the backstabbing window talker. Even the lady that was banned from seeing her own mother. Help me be like these people, they are clearly your children. "

    Lord works in mysterious ways wrote on May 1, 2008 8:26 AM:

    " Since this forum has started, I have prayed to the Lord, "please give me the words to explain the unfairness felt at St. Joe". I have waited and listened and nothing came to me. I wondered why he had not sent me the means to express the atmosphere felt at St. Joe by many. But today I realize, not my savior, that he sent me YOU and YOUR WORDS ("trash"). Now I know God is unpredictable in how he answers our prayers. First he sent me Father Jody and now he sends me your own words for everyonetoread. "

    Notice Notice wrote on May 1, 2008 7:40 AM:

    " Fresh new attitude at St. Joe. Those left standing at St. Joe next school year are the truly genuine of heart and spirit. The atmosphere will be amazing. A true loving spirit will finally be felt. For the ones who call people names like "trash" will be leaving, because they are unhappy with the change. So tell me people is this a good change, now that you know the truth about them and what we have been trying to explain this whole forum? Please you decide. Thank you Father Jody, you were right. "

    TO NOT YOUR SAVIOR wrote on May 1, 2008 7:36 AM:

    " I always believed that if you have something to hide the more you open your mouth the sooner you will be revealed. You and everyone else using the "trash" word have proven our point. You and the others have always secretly felt you were better than others and now you have condemned yourselves with your own words. If anyone out there, who doesn't send their children to St. Joe because of this elitist attitude, this is your notice, they are leaving, you are now welcome to send your children and they will be met with open arms. "

    clique trash wrote on May 1, 2008 6:55 AM:

    " The new clique, actually, will now be a group of people who include ALL. Some of the people in this huge (no one left out group) I suppose might be called "trash" by many of you, in the old clique. But you see this group of people have no idea what you mean by trash, because EVERYONE is equal. Truly equal! You are now revealing the problem at St. Joe these past few years, with the way you have labeled people with this horrible title. Now everyone knows the truth because it came out of yourownmouths. "

    To not your savior wrote on May 1, 2008 6:47 AM:

    " I agree with everyone else you are the joining the bottom feeders with that type of name calling. Have they brainwashed you or are you truly that type of person. I hope it's not the latter. Please get you head together, at least up until that statement, I thought of you as a pretty decent person. Catch you head!!!!! "

    to not your savior wrote on May 1, 2008 1:33 AM:

    " I didn't realize they had that many non-christians at St. Joe. To call someone trash for expressing their opinion? Really how mature is that. What do you consider trash anyway? Was Mary Magdalene trash? She was a prostitute. Yet Jesus forgave her and accepted her. So if you think some of us are trash, so be it. At least we know Jesus forgives and accepts trash, but will he forgive the ugliness in your hearts, the hatred that you spew because you do not get your way? Think about it! "

    Words of Wisdom wrote on Apr 30, 2008 10:57 PM:

    " No, I don't think you get it. You have totally missed the point. Maybe you don't want to see the point. But oh well. I'll just say a prayer for you. Some more advice for you....."Kill them with kindness". "

    to whom it may concern wrote on Apr 30, 2008 10:54 PM:

    " The cleaning lady has come out of the closet cher. "

    to concerned parent III wrote on Apr 30, 2008 10:50 PM:

    " The new clique is in town. The inmates are running the asylum. They say if you don't like it, it is their way or the highway. Don't worry about the trash along the way, that is just part of the scenary. "

    Blessed Mother help us wrote on Apr 30, 2008 10:27 PM:

    " Our Father, who art in Heaven,hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. Lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil!!!

    Please God protect us from the evil ones! "

    to not your savior wrote on Apr 30, 2008 10:20 PM:

    " Until your last comment, I thought you were a decent person, with a strong opinion for one side. After last your "trash" comment, I now know what you are truly about. You are about resorting to lowering yourself, lower than the lowest on this forum, because of your frustration of not being able to get your way. So sad another one bites the dust. "

    THANKS FOR THE HEADS UP wrote on Apr 30, 2008 10:15 PM:

    " Thank you for the information I guess I will have to speak with him in person. That's not a problem. I agree this is a horrible forum ON BOTH SIDES! "

    to Concerned Parent III wrote on Apr 30, 2008 9:45 PM:

    " Seems as though you know Mr. Price. Please tell us more on what you know about him. Let's see what his credentials are and if he can really fill those shoes. "

    to Good wrote on Apr 30, 2008 9:37 PM:

    " Sorry, but I know for a fact that he has not read this stinky, nasty, hateful forum and has no plans to do so in the future. He does know about it. "

    to Concerned Parent lll wrote on Apr 30, 2008 9:28 PM:

    " " You don't like it there's the door. Oh and good luck to you." "

    Thank you Father Jody wrote on Apr 30, 2008 8:08 PM:

    " Many thanks to you Father Jody, for doing an excellent job in deciding on a new principal in a timely manner. I know it was not something you anticipated having to do when you assumed the role of our parish priest, but you have done a wonderful job in a very stressful situation. I pray God will continue to guide you in all of your future decisions concerning our great school. Many thanks for your cool, calm composure during this turmoil. "

    mother of public school children wrote on Apr 30, 2008 8:02 PM:

    " We would love for you to consider sending your children to St. Joe. You would be very welcome. Just a thought. "

    listen up wrote on Apr 30, 2008 8:01 PM:

    " no one said any of these stories were because of a child misbehaving. where to you keep coming up with that. There is rarely a case of a misbehaving child at St. Joe. You need to read the forum before you comment. Not one parent complained for a child being disciplined. discipline problems are a rare occurrence at our school and you know it!!!! "

    fair like it or not wrote on Apr 30, 2008 7:34 PM:

    " Ms.Corinne I can say after being at the school for most of your 17 years with either children or grandchildren attending that your kind gentle heart and brilliant mind have been such an asset to this community and certainly to so many children. Whether you agreed or not with me on issues with my children you were always fair and open minded. A few throw stones but believe me hundreds know and appreciate who you are and what you have done. thank you for your example of faith. "

    to mother of public school children wrote on Apr 30, 2008 7:30 PM:

    " Thank you. Just so you know, the majority of St. Joe students and parents do NOT think they are better than anyone else. Thank you for taking an interest. "

    Stop Looking wrote on Apr 30, 2008 7:28 PM:

    " Okay, everybody who has been looking up the word "MANDYING" you can stop now. Come on, admit it how many of you raced to your dictionary to look it up? It isn't a word. I made it up to make a point! And I know most of you got the point. If you didn't-there are none so blind as she who will not see. How many people were under my control, scurrying to look up that word? Funny isn't it how power works! And by the way "SISTERS", you've been tagged! "

    WELCOME wrote on Apr 30, 2008 7:27 PM:

    " Welcome to St. Joe Mr. Price. We are glad to have you. We are here to help you whenever and wherever you need. We will let you know how to reach us. Please don't hesitate to call on us for any volunteering that you may need. Again.. Welcome "

    not your savior wrote on Apr 30, 2008 7:27 PM:

    " I can't believe it.....I got no emails of proof. I did however get a few about who some of you people are. And I'll second that trash comment. Now I understand where this is coming from. "

    to conerned parent wrote on Apr 30, 2008 7:24 PM:

    " What in the world are you rambling about. I don't understand you. Your comment is all over the place. Please slow down, take a deep breath, and think. That's right breath iiiiin and ooooooout. "

    to Words of Wisdon wrote on Apr 30, 2008 7:21 PM:

    " Now I get it! Thank you for enlightening me! Don't know how I could have been so stupid not to understand. It is wrong to bash Corinne with the truth, but it is right for the rest of you to bash Father Jody with lies. "

    to Concerned Parent lll wrote on Apr 30, 2008 7:18 PM:

    " YA'LL wondered why Corinne kept all of the disruptive children around while others students were trying to learn through these disruptions? Perhaps "YA'LL" even though I am sure some of you had disruptive children, weren't targeted because "YA'LL" bowed down and sucked up to the powers that be. After all, wasn't a certain 8th grader disruptive with bullying? He wasn't removed was he? So you ain't made a point. That's right I said AIN'T!!! Anyone care to correct my grammer? "

    Mother of Public Shcool Children wrote on Apr 30, 2008 5:08 PM:

    " Sign me up! I would definitely enjoy being a backup to help subdue the clique. After all, if they think we are trash then we must stick together. We could even have our own slogan.
    STICK IT TO THE CLIQUE "

    Just Start Over wrote on Apr 30, 2008 5:04 PM:

    " Barry Manilow had a number one hit song entitled "MANDY". One of the lyrics in this song says "tomorrow's just another day", so why doesn't everyone just turn the PAGE and look forward to a brighter tomorrow!!! "

    Loving all of this wrote on Apr 30, 2008 5:01 PM:

    " Unless you have ever run a school than none of you know what its like to try and please the likes of people like you. There are moaners, groaners, prima donnas, high school Harrys still living in the past blah blah blah. Who wants to do it. To run a parish you go that's it cause I say so and by the way give me your money so I can get gastric bypass surgery paid for by because I eat too much. "

    Concerned Parent III wrote on Apr 30, 2008 4:57 PM:

    " Mr. Price has been run off from two other schools for being incompetent. That should be right up some of your ways for those of you who's students were treated unfairly for misbehaving. WE other parents wondered why she kept them around while other students were trying to learn through your students disruptions. "

    Words of Wisdom wrote on Apr 30, 2008 4:29 PM:

    " This all needs to stop. Our little school has had enough bad publicity. Here are your words, " Like Corinne would say, "don't like it? There's the door." You bash her and complain about how wrong she is, but look at you. You are no better. Repeat after me, "Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me". "

    Blessed Mother help us wrote on Apr 30, 2008 4:14 PM:

    " Hail Mary, full of grace. The Lord is with you. Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb Jesus.
    Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.

    Please pray for God's protection from the evil on this forum. "

    Good wrote on Apr 30, 2008 4:03 PM:

    " Mr Price will be meeting parents tomorrow night, at 6:30 P.M., in the St. Joe cafeteria. We welcome you to our school, Mr. Price, and hope you will enjoy your new position. If you have read this forum, please understand that this is a build up of resentments on both sides. They have nothing at all to do with you, and we will begin a wonderful and positive new school year next year. We are all looking forward to a brand new start and look to your for leadership. Good luck and may God guide you. "

    nowyouknow wrote on Apr 30, 2008 3:06 PM:

    " The new principal is Mr.Price "

    Possible Solution wrote on Apr 30, 2008 3:04 PM:

    " Open your dictionary to the PAGE that contains the word MANDYING and this forum will start to make sense to everyone. PEACE!!! "

    to o my God wrote on Apr 30, 2008 2:09 PM:

    " Maybe you should check with your child to see if you should have used than or then. "

    To Oh My God wrote on Apr 30, 2008 2:07 PM:

    " Is it "than save your money" or should it be "then save your money"? Boy you are one to correct people. "

    to Oh My God watch those commas wrote on Apr 30, 2008 12:38 PM:

    " Please recheck your paragraph, for comma's, you serious grammatical person expert. "

    new group to being bashed by the clique wrote on Apr 30, 2008 12:35 PM:

    " Watch out public school people, the clique is starting on you now. I guess they think you are trash too. I might even make a new forum thread informing them of what is being said about them by these wonderful Christians, so they can join to subdue the clique. They could be our backup. "

    To Oh My God wrote on Apr 30, 2008 12:31 PM:

    " Like Corinne would say, "don't like it? There's the door." Oh and good luck to you. "

    to summary of this forum wrote on Apr 30, 2008 11:44 AM:

    " You are absoulutely right, you do have a right to post your opinion as you did. But how small of you to call the people that Corinne removed "trash". Judge not lest ye be judged!! "

    Oh MY GOD wrote on Apr 30, 2008 11:38 AM:

    " I know the new principal and they cannot speak without serious grammatical errors. If this is our children's role model than save your money and head to the public schools where one can hear that speech all day long. "

    freedom to defame wrote on Apr 30, 2008 9:24 AM:

    " Co, It is with deepest sadness that you are experiencing this level of pain and difficulty however please know that there is an inherent level of honesty and responsibiliy in our freedom of speech.
    This is forfeited when anomyous submissions are allowed. A ticket for some to defame with no accountability. Now some are coming forward to judge how you were raised. This forum allows the unethical when signatures are not required. Responsibility and accountability are basic. "

    High level of trust wrote on Apr 30, 2008 8:55 AM:

    " Corinne you helped us through a bulling issue with a tremendous lesson learned and much strength built. I believe your pure motives and integrity are going to be attacked by opposing forces of darkness. You have stood against much and the spirit of the school as a whole has been a testimony to that. St.Joseph's cloak is around you and the Blessed Mother's mantel. Continue to keep your eyes on The cross it is redemptive. The vast majority of people support you and appreciate your service and dedication. How God must trust you. "

    agree to disagree wrote on Apr 30, 2008 7:57 AM:

    " Look these two sides will never come together. Why don't we just agree to disagree and call it a day. I'm sure this is stressing out a lot of people and hurting a lot of people. I AGREE TO DISAGREE. SAY IT PEOPLE!!!! And then both sides will win this forum. "

    to not understanding wrote on Apr 30, 2008 7:10 AM:

    " Thank You!!! "

    Summary of this forum wrote on Apr 30, 2008 6:38 AM:

    " After reading this forum it seems that some are upset because Ms. Corrinne did her job by bringing the "trash" to the road and others are upset because Jody is bringing the "trash" back into the school.......This is only my opinion on what you people have posted so don't attack me as you have stated that this forum is a place for people to post their opminions. That is exactly what I have just done. "

    Totally Confused wrote on Apr 29, 2008 11:28 PM:

    " What is this forum supposed to accomplish? We know some oppose Corinne and others oppose Father Jody. This happens in everyday life. Noone can please everyone at the same time. Noone has the RIGHT to say Corinne was forced to resign. She chose not to sign the contract for her own reasons. I think those of you who are upset about her leaving should be upset with her, not Father Jody. After all, she abandonded the school and the students of her own free will! "

    Not Understanding wrote on Apr 29, 2008 11:21 PM:

    " Is everyone that loyal to Corinne that they just do not believe the stories of children being asked to leave St. Joe? Are is it that they have never had a bad experience there? It is a small school in a small town. I know that if someone was asked to leave the school everyone at that school knew the story, every aspect. So stop pretending that it didn't happen and that Corinne was justified in removing these children. "

    To concerned parent who started this forum wrote on Apr 29, 2008 11:15 PM:

    " What exactly did you want help with? "

    to not your savior wrote on Apr 29, 2008 10:31 PM:

    " Ask Corinne for a copy of the letter. I'm sure she has a file copy. You know for her records, unless she shredded them. "

    to why therapy wrote on Apr 29, 2008 10:21 PM:

    " Didn't you learn in religion that you should never judge other people. Better read up on that. I would be very careful if I were you. "

    to not your savior wrote on Apr 29, 2008 10:17 PM:

    " A few weeks from now, in fact today we will have the new principal named and no more stories will be needed. This is the end of the story. THE END! "

    ok ok ok to finish wrote on Apr 29, 2008 10:15 PM:

    " now i know you all are upset cause yall little bubble has bursts. it's apparent since, while we give out facts, you spit out insults. example is the first comment started this forum. is that all you can do is give silly opinions and insults? God is great, God is good, God is protecting us and solving our problems that we have prayed so many times to him about. i suppose you will insult Him now. go on i'd like to hear that insult come out of your mouths. let's hear it. "

    ok ok ok wrote on Apr 29, 2008 10:09 PM:

    " so you people can't deal with the truth apparently. goodbye to you if you don't like the changes, as for me i look forward to next year and a fresh start. i am very happy that the Lord has sent us Father Jody. God's will is always done and God knows and sees all. he has seen and the notes that came from the office, and knows all that went on, so you don't have to, it's enough to me that he knows. matters not to me what you believe. "

    Great Idea wrote on Apr 29, 2008 8:13 PM:

    " Let me get this straight. The Bishop is to blame. The pastor is to blame. The ex-Pastor is to blame. Dr. Hebert is to blame. Some teachers are to blame. Some parents are to blame. Some kids are to blame. We could hold Court with the Judge. We can call the fiasco “The Jeanerette Witch Trials.” We can start a media circus. Jeanerette will be famous. It will help our economy. We could write a book. We could sell the rights for a movie. Maybe I'm getting ahead of myself with the drama. "

    not your savior wrote on Apr 29, 2008 8:02 PM:

    " If any of you have any proof of any of these stories taking place please email to notyoursavior01@yahoo.com I'll pay you for it.

    "

    Not your savior wrote on Apr 29, 2008 7:20 PM:

    " First off, thanks for the book story. Its about time. Why did it take so long? maybe we'll get the rest of the story a few weeks from now. I will pay you $100 if you let me see that letter from St. Joe requesting that both kids be removed.

    I don't even know who to respond to anymore. You don't even use screen names anymore, you only posts replys to others. Have you no ligitimate arguments? Or did you use so many screen names that you can't remember any of them? "

    seriously people wrote on Apr 29, 2008 7:07 PM:

    " jester?
    GESTURE "

    why wrote on Apr 29, 2008 6:08 PM:

    " We Love St. Joe!!!! "

    To No One Else To Blame wrote on Apr 29, 2008 5:49 PM:

    " We are there because the school is not Corinne and Corinne is not the school. We are there for the school, the location, and the small classes which promote better education. "

    to no one else to blame wrote on Apr 29, 2008 5:39 PM:

    " Good Bye and Good Luck! "

    The Book wrote on Apr 29, 2008 5:38 PM:

    " Look if I had to choose between giving a book back or leaving St. Joe I would have given the book back. Sometimes you have to humble yourself and do the right thing for your children. Sometimes you have to choose your battles and a book battle is not a priorety. "

    wrote on Apr 29, 2008 5:37 PM:

    " First the FEW who are unhappy with the change attack Father Jody, I might say viciously and with all they have. They soon learn they can't win, because they are wrong, and the people stand up for Father Jody. Now they have left Father Jody alone and they turn to attacking and insulting parents and the wonderful, well behaved children of St. Joe. They won't win there either, because they are wrong, and the unfair stories being told are true. "

    why therapy wrote on Apr 29, 2008 5:34 PM:

    " Couldnt they just pray to become better people and parents? Maybe unemployment benefits dont cover therapy. Then again, prayers only cover those with a sincere heart. Guess they are out of luck. "

    To no one else to blame wrote on Apr 29, 2008 5:31 PM:

    " We are still there because WELOVESTJOE!!!! "

    former parentstudent wrote on Apr 29, 2008 5:20 PM:

    " Bravo to no one else to blame. I have been reading with disgust knowing that my former school was being defamed because of certain people who are trying to blame everyone else for their shortcomings. You hit the nail on the head! And you are correct, they need to get over it and learn how to be good parents which is going to be a challenge. I know, because they have never been able to do this before. Good luck.. "

    No one else to blame wrote on Apr 29, 2008 4:59 PM:

    " To all the wise, informed, and caring parents who are glad for the change:
    You seem to know so much, well answer this question: If the principal has been there for 17 or so years, and has done such a horrible job and is so inadequate, why in the world did you ever send your children there? You seem to know so much, yet you enrolled them anyway? Your agenda has been fulfilled. Good luck in the future. You have no one else to blame now for your childrens problems, except your own self-serving, nonaccountable selves. Try therapy "

    to giving a head up wrote on Apr 29, 2008 4:12 PM:

    " The friendly, loving environment at St. Joe has been gone for many years at the school for a long time for many people. If it existed at all, only a few felt it, and those that just started in the smaller grades have not had enough time there to experience the unfairness yet, fortunately. Now they will not have to endure it. Many of us can see it only getting better with the changes, after all, could this abuse of power have gotten any worse. I doubt it. We have stayed because WELOVESTJOE. "

    Former Graduate wrote on Apr 29, 2008 3:52 PM:

    " This needs to stop being about the principal and the priest, and about the children there. They are the only ones getting hurt because of lack of good teachers. Blame the diosese on that issue. The best teachers I had were nuns. The diosese removed them, forcing he high school to close in 1985. Worry about the children!!! GROW UP ! "

    TO THE BOOK wrote on Apr 29, 2008 3:47 PM:

    " What you decided to do with the book was a kind jester, not right. If you would have chosen to ask for you money back though, you would have been right to receive it, although this has nothing to do with the children punished in the original story. If that's what you choose to focus on, after reading this story, then so be it. The parent in the story had a right to keep the book they paid for, and the principal must have known it, seeing that she did not let them present their case. "

    to giving a heads up wrote on Apr 29, 2008 3:36 PM:

    " You have a point. I think everyone should check out the CHS forum. "

    Confused wrote on Apr 29, 2008 3:16 PM:

    " How many of you would it take to change a light bulb? Excuse me, how many did you say again? "

    not being published wrote on Apr 29, 2008 2:01 PM:

    " I have twice submitted a post to this forum that is obviously not being published. The reason I assume it is not being published is because I named the new principle at St. Joe and also because I named the boy who was bullying the others when the Columbine policy was not implemented. My statements are true. Whatever happened to freedom of the press? I guess it belongs to those who run it!!! "

    Child Left Too wrote on Apr 29, 2008 1:51 PM:

    " No sympathy wanted or needed here. I walk with my head held high, I never wish anything bad on anyone, but I am a firm believer that everyone has their day and from the look's of it, Corinne's is here. Why don't you join her and go away too. "

    To The Book wrote on Apr 29, 2008 1:47 PM:

    " You miss the point of the story. Maybe you don’t want to see it. The point is that this person’s children were removed from the school, without any opportunity for that parent to speak to the school board about the disagreement. Corinne removes children from the school on the basis of anyone disagreeing with her, regardless of weather the person is right, or maybe I should say especially if the person is right. She refuses to be challenged in any way. She has a problem with this and I hope noother school has to deal with "

    wrote on Apr 29, 2008 11:33 AM:

    " Apparently Corinne doesn’t like or respect the rules of Father Jody. So how do you defend her on that issue. You criticize the children of St. Joe and their parents for not agreeing with the rules and not respecting authority, only because its suits you to insult the other side. Remember the same can be said about the principal. So this will go on and on I guess because maybe there is wrong on both sides, but there is also good on both sides. only my opinion wrote only my opinion wrote "

    giving a heads up wrote on Apr 29, 2008 11:27 AM:

    " If you go read the forum about CHS you may get a glimpse into your futures. The posts are very similar to the ones here; the difference is that they are upset with the CHANGES made by NEW administration. You are all ecstatic about getting a new priest, new principal, new policies, but read their forum and you’ll see that change caused them to lose the school’s traditions and friendly, loving environment. This is exactly what St.Joe is in store for…I’m sure it won’t take long for you parents pushing change to realize the damage it can do!!! "

    to only my opinion wrote wrote on Apr 29, 2008 10:03 AM:

    " We must also show our children how to stand up for themselves when they believe they are right. If it is done in a respectful way, it will be a good lesson to them when they attend college. They will encounter many wrongs when they are in college and in life. I for one expect my children to stand up, in a respectful way, even to authority, and object, if they feel they are right and authority is wrong. "

    to only my opinion wrote on Apr 29, 2008 8:53 AM:

    " I agree with you, people should respect authority, whether they agree with it or not. I guess parenting does have a significant part in instilling this in their children. Corinne obviously was not taught this as a child as she apparently does not respect Father Jody's authority, there by resigning from her job. Thanks for pointing that out! "

    To UNCONSTITIONAL wrote on Apr 29, 2008 8:09 AM:

    " Our FREEDOM will not be an issue anymore. So we don't have to worry about it. "

    To Only My Opnion wrote on Apr 29, 2008 8:06 AM:

    " You are absolutely right. Teaching our children to respect authority should be high on our list. Yet the biggest part of our children’s days is spent with a role model who just proved that she cannot follow directions from authority. What kind of example is that? If you don’t like what authority says Quit? Or simply ignore their direction and be forced to leave? Wow, what a good role model. She just undid all we taught them. So now what? "

    Former St. Joe graduate wrote on Apr 29, 2008 7:53 AM:

    " I cannot believe that grown adults can act so childish. All of this "he said, she said" is so ridiculous. In a year from now, will all of this matter? Growing up, I was always taught by my mother that the teacher was always right and to always respect them. I think that is some of problem with today's students. They have no respect for authority and the parents let them get away with it. They will have a hard time when they get out in the "real world" and their parents aren't there to fight their battles. "

    to unconstitutional wrote on Apr 29, 2008 7:16 AM:

    " The problem with your comment is one thing. St. Joseph School is a private school, but it is not owned by Corinne Hebert. The diocese is in control of this school. I don’t believe that they put that rule in the rule book, concerning voicing negative opinions. After all, look at all you people said about the Catholic Church and it’s representatives. You would never be kicked out of the Catholic Church because of negative opinions being talked about. SHE DOES NOT OWN THIS SCHOOL!!!! "

    to only my opinion wrote wrote on Apr 29, 2008 7:09 AM:

    " Exactly right, and our children do respect authority, but apparently Ms. Corinne was not taught that very well. See what happens when you don’t learn that crucial rule. She must have gotten to used to not having any authority to answer to. Apparently you forgot that that comment could be directed two ways. "

    The book wrote on Apr 29, 2008 7:05 AM:

    " Once I misplaced a library book, months later i still could not find it so i went to the library apologized and paid for the book. about a year after guess what the book appears so I returned the book to the library I did not ask for my money back and I knew it was the right thing to do because the book is the property of the Iberia Parish Library. Just my story on how I see the issue of the book. "

    keep thinking it cant get worse wrote on Apr 28, 2008 11:36 PM:

    " This forum has become ridiculous! What started as a concerned parent looking for answers turned into disrespectful attacks on Corrine and Fr. Jody and is now a battle of the multiple posters. These same posters who are now addressing the issue of bullying?! Quite ironic!! There is more mud-slinging going on here than in a political race. I pity the children looking up to these examples. "

    only my opinion wrote on Apr 28, 2008 11:23 PM:

    " Personally, I think the problem at St.Joe is a lack of good parenting. Something I will always remember and appreciate that my mother taught me was to RESPECT authority. Whether I agreed or disagreed with the rules, I was taught that they were meant to be followed. Because of this, I realized at a very young age to simply follow the rules or suffer the consequences…and THANK GOD I learned then because you can’t take mommy to college! You see you are crippling your kids and showing them it is okay to show complete disrespect to authority. "

    to not your savior wrote on Apr 28, 2008 10:19 PM:

    " Your comment about the person who was bad mouthing the school and what was happening their really made me realize that you know more of what is really going on. Noone said this person was a female and noone said the staff was being badmouthed. So obviously you know the story. And so what if it was said in their presence? If it was the truth what would it matter if they did hear it? The Truth Shall Set Ye Free! Something obviously not taught at St. Joe by the present administration! "

    not your savior wrote on Apr 28, 2008 8:20 PM:

    " typical liberalism.
    First you overdramitize: "children torn from thier school","Corinine's WRATH","forced to leave".
    Then you take a poll catered to your opinions: "poll the church","poll everyone who left in the last five years".
    Then you try to discredit: By attacking others grammer and puncuation.

    Then you want sympathy: "Don't ever assume your right until you walk in my shoes". As if you had it SOOOOO rough.

    All of this effort and you can't answer simple questions. Scared to tell a simple story.

    "

    UNCONSTITUTIONAL wrote on Apr 28, 2008 7:41 PM:

    " Ever been in a store and saw a sign saying "We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone"? Why don't you try walking into a restaurant screaming obscenities about their food.Even better, try it at the Casino, you'll get lit up with a tasar. You do have the freedom to say what you want, but a private establishment also has the right to demand a certain level of conduct.You're FREEDOM is the fact that you can CHOOSE not to send your kids to a school that welcomes filthy mouthed parents. "

    rest of the book story wrote on Apr 28, 2008 7:19 PM:

    " she waited patiently outside, on the bench, with the book. a couple of hours passed. the school board members began to leave. corinne told her that she could leave. she then, in the days that followed received a note,from corinne, that her boys were BOTH to be removed to from the school. Now if anyone of you can justify this action, you will be reaching very far. "

    k heres the book story wrote on Apr 28, 2008 7:06 PM:

    " it's not my story so bear with me. 2 brother's went to st joe. one of the brother's books was written in. the boy said it wasn't him who wrote in it. the parent went and paid for the book (IN A CALM WAY). when she tried to leave corrine asked for the book back. the parent refused saying she had just bought the book. corinne said she could speak to the school board about it. she went to the meeting and corinne asked her to wait outside until she was called in. "

    Not Confused Anymore wrote on Apr 28, 2008 1:50 PM:

    " You’re getting better, but you misused the word “distill”. It should be “instill”. Perhaps you are blinded by anger and bitterness. Your new church can maybe shed some light on how to deal with these emotions. "

    to not your savior wrote on Apr 28, 2008 1:45 PM:

    " buggerhead???? I suppose that would be ok with you? It's ok to have a child teasing another? At least it sounds like you don't disapprove. I have always taught my children never to tease another person. But from your comment, I can only assume that teasing is not a big deal in your book. I truly hope your are not a teacher, kinda think you are, at St. Joe, because you are wrong. You know, it is said, that teasing is the beginning of being a bully. You must have buggers in your head. "

    Child Left St. Joe Too wrote on Apr 28, 2008 1:27 PM:

    " Lies you tried to refer, I think the enrollment or lack of speaks for itself. You were obviously one of those in the clique who never experienced Corinne's rath. I hope that you have too someday! After all of the stories from the parents who have removed their children, could we all be lying?? Use a little common sense here. What do you think, we all woke up one day and said, oh, today is pick on Corrine day...........PLEASE. Don't ever assume that you are right until you have walked a while in my shoes. "

    Child Left St. Joe Too wrote on Apr 28, 2008 1:17 PM:

    " I'll answer your question. There was a problem with the teacher. We were not the only parents upset and our child was not the only one having a problem with the teacher. Instead of trying to come to a happy resolve, we were told to leave in a very rude manner. Yes, my child was doing very well, but after Corinne's actions, this was not who I wanted as a role model for my child, as a faithful paying customer, I took my business elsewhere as suggested by your delightful principal or soon to be ex. "

    BD wrote on Apr 28, 2008 1:00 PM:

    " I would be glad to tell you that I am in the volunteer state of TN and away from all the childish ways that make Jeanerette Jeanerette if you know what I mean. "

    to not your savior wrote on Apr 28, 2008 10:56 AM:

    " You don't gossip? You seem just as gulity of all you are accusing others of doing if not more so than the others. Glad you are NOT MY SAVIOR. "

    Too crazy wrote on Apr 28, 2008 10:50 AM:

    " We are all cowards and we are completely powerless. We are reading and writing a lot of gibberish that makes no sense. We are beating a dead horse. Which one of us will pull the plug? None of us can because we are cowards! We are crippling innocent children emotionally, as well as physically. They are always watching. They may be writing some of this garbage. They are surely reading it. "

    Just a thought wrote on Apr 28, 2008 10:41 AM:

    " Some people think it's holding on that makes one strong, Sometimes it is letting go.---Sylvia robinson

    Let Go and Let God! A good counsler would also help.
    "

    not your svior wrote on Apr 28, 2008 10:24 AM:

    " To confused,

    The information is given at the new church I attend.

    BY THE WAY, why do I need a spell check when I have dedicated critics like you? You will joyfully point out every mistake made by anyone who disagrees with your opinions. Seems like a childish attempt to discredit me. That, or you're desperate for approval. Either way, not something I wish to distill in my children. "

    not your savior wrote on Apr 28, 2008 10:04 AM:

    " Thanks BD for finally telling a story the way it should be. Information without bias opinions or grudges. Others take note.

    Which state are you now living in? Just looking for comparison as to how well your kids were prepared by the staff at St. Joe. "

    Former Student wrote on Apr 28, 2008 9:33 AM:

    " I have heard from several parents who who have children at St. Joe that it was Corrine's decision to quit.She didnt like following authority of the new priest.It's her way or no way. The diosese should have never removed the nuns. One they were removed, it was down hill from there - regardless of who ran the school. "

    not your savior wrote on Apr 28, 2008 8:27 AM:

    " I hope you people aren't the ones writing our history books. On Sept. 11th, there was an attack, it was terrorists.

    You sit at the beauty parlor or at church, of all places, and spit more garbage out of your mouth. But, when asked to tell a honest story about your children you leave holes a mile wide. I wonder why that is? I can only think of two reasons. The rest of the story contains the truth, and it doesn't fit your agenda, or you don't know the truth.

    "

    not your savior wrote on Apr 28, 2008 8:11 AM:

    " It amazes me that you people can sit here and gossip, but can't tell a simple story. What was the problem with the book? Which book was it? What was the problem with the homework? Did the bullied kid get beat up and bruised are did he get called a buggerhead? The one talking bad about the school was great. Was that the woman who failed to realize that the windows were open while she was badmouthing the staff? All the while the staff and students were listening. Thats priceless. "

    BD last part wrote on Apr 28, 2008 7:59 AM:

    " So understand that I have been on both sides of the table and that is why I am speaking forth. My other two children received an excellent education. As a matter of fact, we now live in another state and are proud to say that my daughter was well advanced because of ST. JOE when she transferred to the catholic schools here and is doing awesome academically and socially. I just wanted to add my thoughts because even from miles away, I cannot believe the criticism that is going on. I pray that all works out "

    BD wrote on Apr 28, 2008 7:57 AM:

    " Part 3 of 4 We knew that they did not have the resources in which to help our child so my husband and I switched him at that point in time after countless situations at school. Understand that we were not asked to do this we did this because it was our decision. Sometimes as parents which are what my husband had the hardest time acknowledging, you have to be humble and know that your child was wrong in whatever he/she did/said and that they need further help than any private school can give them. "

    BD wrote on Apr 28, 2008 7:54 AM:

    " Part 2 of 4
    As parents we have to acknowledge that our children have issues at home that sometimes spread to the classrooms and at school due to medical issues or mental issues whatever they maybe be until a diagnosis is found which believe me as a mother I was trying my hardest to accomplish through prayer and calling upon all resources. The teacher and Corinne were very compassionate and understanding. "

    BD wrote on Apr 28, 2008 7:50 AM:

    " I am going to post this in parts because of the size. Part 1 of 4
    As a past parent with children that attended St. Joe, I would like to add that I had two sons and a daughter attend this catholic school. As with any parents, there were some confrontations. My middle son had more problems than did my other two children. My husband and I held our heads up high and kept our cool as CHRISTIANS should do and took the misgivings because we were having difficulties with our son. "

    Positive Change wrote on Apr 28, 2008 7:37 AM:

    " First teachers (I do not know who)at SJ said we were uneducated parents/people ,know we have another teacher or the same teacher saying we are crazy. Still seems to me these so called teachers are the ones who have started this negative forum and want to keep it going.What do these negative comments prove.It seems like you are not the right people to teach in a catholic school.If you are not happy move on give SJ a chance to grow. "

    to told to me by someone asked to leave wrote on Apr 28, 2008 6:43 AM:

    " It's unconstitutional also. A good case for a lawsuit I think. That section needs to be immediately removed from the St. Joe handbook before it's too late. You cannot be instructed on what you can and can't say in this country. It's against the law. "

    to confused wrote on Apr 28, 2008 6:40 AM:

    " again, who cares who wrote it. Ya'll need to stop worrying about who wrote what. it doesn;t mean a thing. "

    to i left too wrote on Apr 28, 2008 6:38 AM:

    " after, I think about it, maybe you are right. I only hate to see the children suffer for something the parent said, but maybe you are right. "

    to cant unerstand wrote on Apr 28, 2008 6:36 AM:

    " I don't THINK that HE is picked, I KNOW that HE has been picked, his family has the info on the street as well as himself, but saddely the school has not been told, because of Fr. Jody. "

    Lorraine C. Pepper wrote on Apr 27, 2008 10:47 PM:

    " I am very saddened to read all of the controversy on St. Joseph School. All of my children are graduates of St. Joseph school and I am honored that they were taught and raised in a school that was family oriented. We always worked together with the faculty to resolve differnces. Many of you are attacking Corinne Hebert. I do not think any of us made choices for her and I am sure her choices were well thought out. Stop, think of your children and put aside your differences. God bless you all! "

    oops th grade parent wrote on Apr 27, 2008 8:31 PM:

    " Sorry the 5 didn't show up, but I guess you could tell from Ms. Carrie's name that it meant 5th. Anyway I was the commenter discussing the New Orleans field trip. Let's all move forward and try to make the best of our school. It will be fine. Think positive and always cherish your children. "

    Was a newcomer wrote on Apr 27, 2008 8:28 PM:

    " Father Jody is being scrutinized because he is a newcomer to Jeanerette. He's a good man who won't be pushed around by the people of Jeanerette. He has integrity and dignity. Thank you, Father Jody. Now St. Joseph School will have a backbone. One we can depend on to give US (parents and students) support. "

    Thank You Micki Boudreaux wrote on Apr 27, 2008 8:15 PM:

    " Thank You, thank you. On behalf of the teachers that you thanking, I am one of them, will not say which one because some of these crazy people will have something more to write about. We need more positive comments like this. Go St. Joe!!!









    "

    I know a story wrote on Apr 27, 2008 8:03 PM:

    " This may be a hard story for some of you to hear but I will tell it. I will tell it without names. A boy attending St. Joe was bullied terribly by 8th grade boys. Corrine was directed by Father to implement the Columbine Bully Policy. She never did. The boy was taken out of St. Joe unfortunately and was emotionally scarred. Why didn't she implement the policy? Can you guess who was bullying the child. Think of the 8th grade boys at St. Joe this year. You'll figure it. "

    Ive Been Thinking wrote on Apr 27, 2008 7:58 PM:

    " Thinking about exactly what there was a lack of all these years in the office, I asked myself, what is it most of these parents wanted when they went into the office with a disagreement?. I think that the problem was there was never any compromise. In most cases, I bet instead of one side being right and the other being wrong, maybe the answer should have been compromise between the two sides. This is what Ms. Corrine, I think, lacked. This would have been an easy solution, but never done. Think about it. "

    to cant understand wrote on Apr 27, 2008 7:49 PM:

    " I think the word is out that the principal has been picked, but not who it is. "

    A Bit of Advice wrote on Apr 27, 2008 7:21 PM:

    " Guys, it’s not that hard. Write your comment in Word, hit spell check, then copy and paste it into the forum! "

    confused wrote on Apr 27, 2008 7:15 PM:

    " I thought maybe not your savior was a teacher, but considering the recent grammatical error in the use of “whos” which should be “whose” I hope it is not a teacher. By the way, how would such confidential information be known to anyone but the personnel in the office? "

    told to me by someone forced to leave wrote on Apr 27, 2008 7:08 PM:

    " Someone was asked to remove their children from St. Joe. The reason? Because the St. Joseph school board found out that this person was speaking negatively about certain going ons at St. Joe. The incidences concerned this persons children. Although this person spoke the truth about what happened, it did not matter to the St. Joe school board. The only thing that mattered was that someone was speaking in a negative way, not whether it was true or not. Sounds quite political to me!! "

    out of town wrote on Apr 27, 2008 5:57 PM:

    " I went to St. Joe for 8 yrs and loved it, the school is not the problem, it is the gossip, the reason people leave this little town and send there kids to other schools is because every body is always in everybody elses business, if you can't say something nice about someone then just shut up, and you will be much happier, when the gossip stops then the problems will to, just try it, stay out of everybodies business and see what happens, i bet none of you in jeanerette can and that is ya'll problem "

    I left too but....... wrote on Apr 27, 2008 5:55 PM:

    " That says it all.I've had disagreements with the school also that I felt were handled in an unfair way.But I never used ugly language, nor would I try to justify someone else that did.Regardless of the circumstances.Also, it sounds like you are trying to blame the principal for not having enough "proper training" to control people's mouths FOR them.How about some accountability? People have argued over much worse things than this and still kept a civil tone.If you have a beef with someone, reacting irrationally only makes them write you off as a nut.A little integrity accomplishes more. "

    to mer cher wrote on Apr 27, 2008 5:20 PM:

    " why don't you get off of this person's case? you must be naive to think that this one person is the only one on the other side. what is up with you? you must have a personal problem with this person, who you apparently feel should have no opinion at all. quit harping on who wrote what. i'm a little bored with your private war. "

    to worried wrote on Apr 27, 2008 5:08 PM:

    " The ones who are unhappy with the changes are trying to place fear in the ones who truly want to stay at St. Joseph. Don't believe the fear tactics they place out there. I can assure you our school will be there for many years to come. I have very reliable information,that I cannot share with you at this time. Just believe me, I can't tell you what I know, only that it is very good news. "

    to someone it taking notes wrote on Apr 27, 2008 5:03 PM:

    " are whatever your screen name is,YOU'RE comments or becoming CONSISTENTLY irrelevant too this forum. Remember the thread is not about "who or these people making these comments?". Oh yea, I made all those errors in this comment too give you something too talk about in you're next comment. "

    evitcepsrepperspective wrote on Apr 27, 2008 3:59 PM:

    " The few that claim they were told by Mrs. Corrine that they could leave if they didn't like the way their dispute was handled, are the same ones saying Mrs. Corrine is leaving because she "has a problem with authority".You left, BY CHOICE,because you didn't agree with her policies.She is leaving, BY CHOICE,because she doesn't agree with the terms of her new contract.By the same token, couldn't it be said that you have a problem with authority? "

    to the three new students wrote on Apr 27, 2008 2:42 PM:

    " Our small school welcomes you and are so very happy to have you as a part of our school family. We all want to get to know you and your parents, so that you can come to any of us with any questions or problems you may have. The children in their classes will rally around them, I know, and make them feel at home. WELCOME TO ST. JOE AND HOPE YOU ALL FEEL AT HOME!!!!! "

    to not your savior wrote on Apr 27, 2008 2:39 PM:

    " i truly hope you are being sincere about the three new students. i am hesitant to interpret you statement, because i don't know if you intended sarcasm, but i will be positive and assume that you mean it. i know st joe will grow and do well. as for the stories, it is not my place to name these people and the problems that brought them to the office or the problems that drove them out without them going to the office, so assume they are lies if you will. it isn't my place to name names. "

    not a st. joe fan wrote on Apr 27, 2008 2:27 PM:

    " Some people show concern that teachers are going to follow Corinne and leave St. Joe. Truthfully speaking that would be the best thing to happen to St.Joe.Most of the teacher are just like her. If it don't go their way then kick them out the school.If a child gets kicked out of the school then Corinne or any of the teacher don't have to face the truth about themselves.They are not perfect and everyone has the right to voice there opion.I could stay here for days writing different stories that have happended at school because of them but i willpray. "

    not a st. joe fan wrote on Apr 27, 2008 2:22 PM:

    " I only pray for the best for Corrine but her leaving should of happened years ago.Father Jody is not the one to blame.If you want to put blame, Father Ed degeyter is where you need to start.Father Ed was scared to disagree with anything that Corrine said.Maybe because of money or maybe because of her name.But he created a monster when he allowed her to do whatever she wanted at the school. Shame on the Diocese to allow their priest to take charge and leave them in a church parish so long that they ruin so many lives. "

    not a St. Joe fan wrote on Apr 27, 2008 2:18 PM:

    " I can honestly say I know of at least 2 families to leave.One family was asked to leave because of a disgreement between a book and the child's parent.The other family was asked to leave over a disagreement between the oldest child's parent and homework.Both families were sent letters by Corrine Hebert to leave the school and had dates they had to be out by.The school lost more children because of the way certain people were treated by Corrine. My child was one that left because of her and the way she treated him and myself when I was there. "

    Not your savior wrote on Apr 27, 2008 11:32 AM:

    " I would like to be the first to welcome three new students to St. Joe. Three students whos tuition was paid for by Our Lady of the Rosary. You guys were right, enrollment might not fall.

    Does anybody have any real stories about being forced to leave the school? Or can you just ramble about unfairness? "

    To someone who cares wrote on Apr 27, 2008 10:06 AM:

    " Thanks! Someone is finally taking a stroll with me down memory lane. Wnen the sisters left, I worked under Mr. Schexnayder, a very wise man. Whenever we had a crisis, he would tell me, "This, too, will pass."
    And it did, and so it will. I'm sure there are others just like you. The school is in good hands. "

    cant understand wrote on Apr 27, 2008 1:08 AM:

    " You know it is so sad that the word is out on the street who the new principal is and no one at St. Joseph knows. "

    I find it sad wrote on Apr 26, 2008 10:30 PM:

    " I find it sad that these posters have no compassion for the people who were forced to leave the school unfairly. One day they may be in some unfair situation. Just like the one who kicked these poor children out is in right now. They too, one day, may learn how it feels. When these things come to pass, I hope they remember their words today. But most of all I hope they have compassionate people giving them support that they refused others. "

    to VCB wrote on Apr 26, 2008 7:01 PM:

    " I agree peace. And peace has finally come. "

    in defense of any foul language wrote on Apr 26, 2008 6:56 PM:

    " I am not that person who was forced to leave, but in their defense, there are many personalities in every school. The principal should be trained in calming an emotional parent down, by assuring them that their problem is important and will be dealt with in a fair way. Frustration rears its head in many ways. Apparently if their was foul language used, the problem was not dealt with in the proper way by the office. Why should children be punished because of this. It is not the right way to deal with frustrated parents. "

    Mey cher wrote on Apr 26, 2008 6:54 PM:

    " A certain person making comments under multiple aliases seems to have no problem attacking Mrs. Hebert with lies and distortions, but as soon as this "certain person's" name was brought up in the forum, she runs to the editor and has the comment containing her name removed. That says a lot about character, cher, and it contrasts the difference between "certain person" and Mrs. Hebert. You argue and complain wherever you go, and it's always someone elses fault...right cher? I'm sure you'll get this comment pulled too. "

    to response wrote on Apr 26, 2008 6:46 PM:

    " exaggeration? I'm not trying to find an answer to my question. I know what the answer is. "

    Here for the children wrote on Apr 26, 2008 6:43 PM:

    " Teachers boast about how they work for a small salary because of the children and the school, and some are truthful. But why did one teacher state at the school board meeting that she drove a long way to work, because of Corinne. She also stated that she didn't know if she would make that long trip for a different principal. How is that for being there because of the children and the school. Something doesn't make sense. Seems like she is there for the principal and herself. "

    Micki Boudreaux wrote on Apr 26, 2008 6:29 PM:

    " To all of my daughter's teachers; Ms. Melody,Ms. Cid, Ms. Renee(twice), Ms. Wendy and Ms. Cathy, thanks for everything you've taught her in the past, because from what all of this sounds like, I have alot to worry about in the future. This is worse than Jerry Springer. I am very sorry to see Ms. Corrine and any teachers leave, but the world, nor my child's education, will not stop. As long as I live in Jeanerette, she will attend St. Joe. It is a wonderful school and I don't know what I would do without it. "

    in answer to repsonse wrote on Apr 26, 2008 6:04 PM:

    " Moving out of town, sports, transportation problems??? We will see if enrollment grows over the next few years, and I feel sure it will, it will prove your hard facts wrong. "

    THE COUNT DOWN wrote on Apr 26, 2008 6:02 PM:

    " 35/23 and counting "

    to who wrote st joe six wrote on Apr 26, 2008 6:00 PM:

    " typical attitude. keep talking. YOU are the one proving the type of atmosphere and attitude that has reigned at st joe, up to now. Thank God it's finally over. "

    bitter wrote on Apr 26, 2008 5:47 PM:

    " NOW who is bitter??? At least these poor people who left didn't bother harassing the diocese or tearing it down, as so many of you did, concerning the principal leaving. They continued to go to mass and not disrespect the priest who was there at the time. No wonder the superintendent screamed at you. You are the one or ones who are bitter and trying to tear down everyone and thing around you because NOW it is you that are not happy with what is happening. oh well.... what goes around comes around. God's will be done. "

    To Whom It Concerns wrote on Apr 26, 2008 4:03 PM:

    " I agree wholeheartedly. There needs to be a chain of command, even at a weekly quilting bee; especially at a quilting bee. The Sisters of Mercy take vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience. However, I'm sure there is a job description form for the lay faculty members to sign and it will list for the employee whom they are to answer to. "

    th grade parent wrote on Apr 26, 2008 3:10 PM:

    " Ok,ok, we seem to know both sides now. Let's look forward to our end of the year trip to New Orleans. it will be great! I can't wait. Let's enjoy the end of the school year. Lets talk about positive things. All this bickering will change nothing. I'm sure Corinne will enjoy her new job, wherever she goes and we will enjoy our next school year. To you who are upset about her leaving, please settle down. You are overreacting. Ms. Carrie, I'm looking forward to the trip. Can't wait. "

    overdramatizaton wrote on Apr 26, 2008 3:01 PM:

    " Well, I think you are talking about the wrong side when you describe parents problems with the over dramatization. Look at the drama of a FEW who are over reacting because a principal leaving. That certainly is the proper term for that hysteria. Ha!!! This is all useless since the new principal has been picked and will soon be announced. Then we will have a principal who knows how to follow directions from authority who knows how to run a school. "

    to response wrote on Apr 26, 2008 2:56 PM:

    " you forgot to mention that no one from the church would say that they were forced to leave. "

    to response wrote on Apr 26, 2008 2:55 PM:

    " O don't like hearing the stories and the facts huh? "

    poll them wrote on Apr 26, 2008 2:53 PM:

    " let's poll the people, get the phone numbers from the office. you will find that the majority WERE told to remove their children and/or had a conflict unresolved by the office/resolved unfairly. I have no doubts about that. "

    Jack King wrote on Apr 26, 2008 12:55 PM:

    " why no names ? put your name "

    Just Wondering wrote on Apr 26, 2008 12:53 PM:

    " Everyone who is attacking Father Jody or thinking he is wrong-will ya'll continue to attend mass at St.John's? If so how will you justify sitting in mass listening to Father Jody with so much hatred and ugliness in your minds and in your hearts? Quite hypocritical don't you think? How could anyone even attempt to attend any mass with so much hatred and ugliness in their heart? "

    GET A LIFE wrote on Apr 26, 2008 12:50 PM:

    " If all of you dont shut up allready and
    get a life we wont have any parents that
    want to send thare kids to our school
    "

    worried wrote on Apr 26, 2008 12:47 PM:

    " The word that I hear is that the convent is the next to go. "

    To VCB wrote on Apr 26, 2008 12:29 PM:

    " Mrs.Vicki I was at St. Joe while you were there and my children attend St. Joe now and I think you would be pleased to know that the traditions and values have continued on as in the past until now. We can only pray that from this point on they continue. Corrine and all the staff have made this happen for 17 years. I pray that we keep all of our staff and if not that we replace them with the same kind of loving, caring people they are. They are who keep these traditions alive!!! "

    to Logically Thinking wrote on Apr 26, 2008 12:04 PM:

    " You should change your name from "Logically Thinking", to "Incomprehensively Reading". I said "consistent" and "unique" grammatical errors. I'm not just talking about bad grammar in general. Just one example: One person consistently uses the word "than" instead of "then", (out of context)and has posted under multiple aliases. This is not a common error, especially when you narrow it down to the pool of posters here. I've found dozens of other consistencies that are way more obvious but won't mention. It's the method used to identify online child predators(Probabilistic Algorithms). "

    VBC wrote on Apr 26, 2008 8:21 AM:

    " St. Joseph School opened its doors around October 1, 1888, 120 years ago. The school was on the corner of Milmo and Church Street. During the 50's, the children of St. Joseph's raised the money to buy each and every brick that is on the school at its present location. St. Joseph School can be a beacon of hope for the future only with the realization that it is a monument to the past. You have to hold on dearly to its traditions, values, and beliefs if it is to survive. Peace. "

    response wrote on Apr 25, 2008 11:47 PM:

    " You said..."Finally you are telling your stories. Please let us hear from all of you. You shouldn't be intimidated. You are proving the STORIES are true. " Actually, you are "PROVING" nothing more than how ignorant you are by demonstrating how you can be lead around on a leash by annonymous posters on an internet forum.Next thing you know, you folks will be holding a candle-light vigil for "The St.Joe Six". "

    response wrote on Apr 25, 2008 11:05 PM:

    " Let me get this straight...You said "I am confident the two polls would differ in that a majority of the St. Joe polled would show that they were forced (told to remove their children) to leave..." Another exaggeration. What you are doing is trying to find the question to your answer. I'm sure the fact that people have been moving out of Jeanerette in droves wasn't factored into your hypothesis. Neither were logistical problems with transportation for out-of-towners. And let's not forget sports programs that lure students to bigger schools.These are hard facts!!!! "

    THE COUNT DOWN wrote on Apr 25, 2008 6:28 PM:

    " 36/24 days and counting "

    to someone other than taking notes wrote on Apr 25, 2008 6:22 PM:

    " Who are you talking about? Are you talking about the comments made by taking notes? I don't understand who you are targeting. Is it the people with the stories about how they had to leave St. Joe? "

    Not your savior wrote on Apr 25, 2008 5:43 PM:

    " to child left St. Joe too:

    Please tell us more. What was the problem that you had? Obviously your kid was doing great. Straight A's all around. So what was the problem? You don't have to be afraid of speaking out. The clique has been disolved remember? Tell your story, or we can only assume it to be lies. Isn't it funny how many people have been forced to leave the school? I didn't know we had that many people in this town. "

    to TO ALL WHO WERE FORCED TO LEAVE wrote on Apr 25, 2008 5:18 PM:

    " Looking at your comment, I'd think you were addressing a convention hall full of holocaust survivors or something. This is a shining example of the over dramatization of bitter people in love with conflict, who always have to be on some crusade to make themselves feel like they matter. "

    to someone other than taking notes wrote on Apr 25, 2008 4:15 PM:

    " So then if the posts with grammatical errors and such are being posted by only a few who change their name for consensus, I guess we can assume that the posts WITHOUT GRAMMATICAL ERRORS are also being posted by a few who change their name for consensus. Apparently this is being done to give the appearance that more people are supporting Corinne than is true. From Logically Thinking!!! "

    hmmmm wrote on Apr 25, 2008 4:13 PM:

    " maybe the times just show that people are checking the forum at the same time. how do we know that? "

    to gloating parent wrote on Apr 25, 2008 4:03 PM:

    " In reference to your comment on Apr 16: "If enrollment picks up, then you know where the problem lies..." If enrollment doesn't pick up, or happens to drop further, will you hold Fr. Jody to the same standard as Mrs. Hebert? I'd like to get it on record. Also, to one of the parents who(may or may not) have been asked to leave: Do you think that if Fr. Jody would have heard the foul language coming out of your mouth, that he wouldn't have reminded you of your options? "

    to not your savior wrote on Apr 25, 2008 3:13 PM:

    " there really is no deadline for enrollment at st. joe. you just pay a small penalty of $75 if you enroll late. don't want to discourage new enrollments into thinking they can't enroll. they can enroll at any time, just to let anyone out there know, and we would welcome anyone enrolling with open arms. now everyone will feel welcome at all times thanks to fr. jody. "

    to thinking logically wrote on Apr 25, 2008 3:07 PM:

    " thank you. that is exactly right. it's only a principal change. Gosh!!!! that is what the rest of us are trying to tell the teachers and parents who are upset. it's no big deal. sometimes change is good. "

    someone other than taking notes wrote on Apr 25, 2008 3:04 PM:

    " As more and more posts get added to this thread, it becomes easier to tell that most of these comments come from a few people who are posting under several different aliases for the illusion of consensus. Notice the times posted, consistent and unique grammatical errors used in consistent and unique context, and things that trigger a response. "

    To Former Student wrote on Apr 25, 2008 2:56 PM:

    " Please tell us more. How do you know that she quite. I heard the same thing, except that she quit more than once since Father came. "

    TO ALL WHO WERE FORCED TO LEAVE wrote on Apr 25, 2008 2:48 PM:

    " Finally you are telling your stories. Please let us hear from all of you. You shouldn't be intimidated. You are proving the STORIES are true. "

    to VCB wrote on Apr 25, 2008 2:42 PM:

    " I'm sure back when the nuns were at St. Joe there were problems and disagreements. The nuns I'm sure answered to the priest and the diocese. The only difference is they followed the priest and diocese's directions and did not questioned their authority. Apparently this principal had a problem with authority. "

    Done done done wrote on Apr 25, 2008 2:24 PM:

    " So Corinne is leaving. So what? Big deal. Did any of you forget she didn't feed the poor, she didn't raise the dead, she didn't part the red sea, and she performed no miracles. Look at your commandments again and stop worshipping someone who is only a person like you and I. Life will go on after Corinne. "

    Thinking Logically wrote on Apr 25, 2008 2:02 PM:

    " If ya'll sent ya'll children to public schools you wouldn't know in advance who the teacher would be. The problem with all of you is--ya'll are all spoiled. Going to a small school,knowing all teachers and how they teach. Try living in the real world. This has been made into a big deal when all it is is a principal leaving. Noone has died, the school hasn't been blown up, and none of your children are being held hostage. There are things more tragic in life than this. Quit being BABIES! "

    Child Left St. Joe too wrote on Apr 25, 2008 1:51 PM:

    " Now regarding the teachers, the majority of them were excellent, however maybe not always right in judgement. Right or wrong, Corrine always backed the teacher. Regardless, for a struggling school, the one thing that you don't do is invite paying students, especially those making staight A's in both academics and conduct to leave the school. Again, she did in fact do this to us, we complained once and were no longer welcome. Her rudeness to me was uncalled for. St. Joe is a beautiful school and I am glad that someone is there to helpbuilditback. "

    Former Student wrote on Apr 25, 2008 1:47 PM:

    " I'm glad to see a change at St. Joe. I graduated from St. Joe. I was there when the nuns taught. That was more than 20 years ago and the highschool closed. It's amazing the school is still open. There are clicks and snobs and the new priest is write to change is.The principal was NOT forced to resign - she "quit". "

    to Ron wrote on Apr 25, 2008 1:47 PM:

    " Ron you need serious anger management. Get some kind of religion into your life. If you can't find it in our church, any denomination is better than nothing. "

    Enough already wrote on Apr 25, 2008 1:45 PM:

    " What difference does it make who the princiPAL (as opposed to principle)and teachers will be. I am sure that all children will receive the quality education that they should, which should be the TOP PRIORITY. "

    Child Left St. Joe too wrote on Apr 25, 2008 1:38 PM:

    " In addition to my previous comment, we asked the school board for help, they had no authority. Running a school is like running a business. If I hire a roofing company to put a roof on my home and I don't like the job that was done, I call them to fix it. If they provide poor or negative service guess what??? I will never use them again, I am the paying customer. What I experienced from Corrine was awful, I will never forget it. "

    Child Left St. Joe too wrote on Apr 25, 2008 1:34 PM:

    " As a parent who had a child at St. Joe from Kindergarden to 4th, I understand the happiness that Corrine is finally leaving. Everyone has a problem every now and again, so when you go to the principal for assistance it should be given. We were told that no one would tell her how to run her school and that if we didn't like it, we could pull our child out and never look back. We did! We weren't trying to tell her how to run the school, just needed a little help from her. "

    to not your savior wrote on Apr 25, 2008 1:22 PM:

    " There are many seasoned teachers ready to retire from the state school system would love to settle into a small school like St Joe. Also many teachers not even close to retirement but might rather a smaller school that is less hectic than a large public school, money does not matter to many. We already have a very qualified principal in the works. I'm also sure we will retain many of our wonderful teachers. All will be well with St. Joe, I am sure of it and the teachers will be QUALIFIED. "

    not your savior wrote on Apr 25, 2008 11:11 AM:

    " My concern is that the deadline for enrollment has come and gone. How did parents sign there kids up for school without knowing who the principle or teachers would be? How does this priest expect parents to do this?

    No, I think every position will be filled, the problem is the QUALIFIED part. Like there is a waiting room full of teachers, as good as the ones that are leaving, just waiting for the chance to pounce on an under paying job. "

    Public School Mother Private School Child wrote on Apr 25, 2008 9:19 AM:

    " Isn't it amazing how fast schools lose what is mostly important OUR CHILDRENS WELL BEING & EDUCATION. This sounds like a perfect case of school politics. Isn't private school a choice? If you aren't happy leave. FYI, Public school has clicks too! I'm not Catholic, give this priest a chance before you all lynch him. Time will tell what he's about. Being on the outside and just reading this forum that's my opinion.
    If the ones who left are the problems they will too show what they're about. If you still attend this school make the best of it. "

    to not your savior wrote on Apr 25, 2008 8:56 AM:

    " The principal has been picked and the name will be disclosed sooner than you think.

    I really believe and hope a majority of the teachers on best list posted will stay. We will all rally around the ones that do and help them in any way we can.
    As for those who choose to leave, they will be replace with qualified teachers.

    Do you think any teacher positions will simple be left unfilled? I don't understand what your concern is with the teachers. "

    to carefully observing wrote on Apr 25, 2008 8:45 AM:

    " I respect your opinion and feelings. I was not at the meeting and only you know what went on. So I have no argument with that. if it happened the way you describe it, you have a right to feel that way. "

    to takin notes wrote on Apr 25, 2008 8:42 AM:

    " no one said it's off limits to poll the church. where was that said? I am confident the two polls would differ in that a majority of the St. Joe polled would show that they were forced (told to remove their children) to leave, but the poll for the church, i doubt, would have any that were FORCED to leave. You know that is true, as well as i do. So let's take a poll. I am confident of what it would find. "

    VBC wrote on Apr 25, 2008 8:41 AM:

    " I failed to mention that when the Sisters of Mercy were the faculty of St. Joseph School, they were considered the experts in their chosen field. Now, it appears that there are too many experts. "

    VBC wrote on Apr 25, 2008 8:22 AM:

    " When the Sisters of Mercy were the faculty of St. Joseph School, could thay have been considered part of a "clique" or sorority? Well, they all lived together under one roof and their title was "Sister." Did anyone in the community hold that against them? Did anyone question their authority, decisions, judgments? No, Indeed! Although, Sister Mary Clothilde never could get me to write with my right hand, we would never use the term "Communist." We used the term "Respect" and held each one of them in the highest regard!!!! "

    Carefully Observing wrote on Apr 24, 2008 10:32 PM:

    " Like I said, it's my opinion. I am entitled to it, just as you are. I never once said I SUPPORTED Corinne or ASSUMED Fr. did wrong. So I would appreciate it if you didn't put words in my mouth. I just know how he talked to others and myself at a meeting we attended. And that is why I am not a "Fr. Jody supporter". "

    Ron wrote on Apr 24, 2008 10:28 PM:

    " sparky,I don't think you know either. For the catholic church to allow that school to go the way it has is because of greed nothing more, they are the wealthiest and the most stingy and corrupt. I can't understand how anybody can even justify there actions much less be involved with it. And the church is suppose to be the people but it isn’t it’s about money. And the your priest isn’t a pastor. I don’t think they know the meaning of pastor so don’t use it to describe THEM. "

    Not your savior wrote on Apr 24, 2008 10:24 PM:

    " I still can't understand how you people can be so supportive of the change when you don't know who the principle or replacement teachers will be. How can you sign your children's education away like that?

    Nice bit of parenting. I wonder why your kids were black balled. "

    taking notes wrote on Apr 24, 2008 7:08 PM:

    " History shows us a long list of unthinkable things that have been committed in the name of "The Church", and they were all derivatives of blind "obedience".Don't we have a right, if not, a responsibility, to question motives?Yet some of you say that those supporting St.Joe are following blindly?The school has a history, and that's what my opinion is based on, not"following blindly".If it's ok to poll those who have left St.Joe, then why is it off limits to hear from those who have left the church as a result of Fr.Jody? "

    VBC wrote on Apr 24, 2008 6:24 PM:

    " If Sister Clothilde was in Jeanerette right now, heads would roll. It would not be the principal's or the pastor's. She taught my first grade class in 1949-50. She and I did not get along because I was left-handed. However, I know for a fact that if I were deathly sick, she would stay up night and day saying novenas for my recovery. The nuns did not get a salary then and there was no tuition. They received a stipend, and can goods from the community at Thanksgiving for the year. Go figure! "

    to concerned parent wrote on Apr 24, 2008 4:34 PM:

    " Wake up and do what? Insult and degrade the church? Are you a Catholic? I'm just wondering, because now you are taking this forum to the next level, it seems. Since at every turn your attacks are answered when you criticize our priest. You see you can't win there. Now you move one level higher? "

    Lets Pray Together wrote on Apr 24, 2008 4:21 PM:

    " Lord, we ask that You lift St. Joseph School up in Your hands. Protect the school, and all that have it's best interest at heart, from all evil. Guide Father Jody's hands in all that he does involving important decisions concerning our little school. We ask that You stand with Father Jody through all these attacks and be his sword and shield. We ask You this Father, in Jesus Christ's name. Amen

    Please respond Amen. "

    anonymosly concered wrote on Apr 24, 2008 4:18 PM:

    " Good leaders must be good followers. For whatever reason, it seems Ms. Hebert had trouble following directions. She made a personal choice to leave. "

    Been There Done That wrote on Apr 24, 2008 4:02 PM:

    " Whatever the reason Fr. Jody was sent to St. John's to take Fr. Ed's place, whatever the reason Corinne is leaving, we all need to accept it and move on. St. Joe has survived the departure of many principals since its beginning, even the departure of the nuns and the closing of the high school. St. Joe survived after being burnt to the ground, and St. Joe will survive this. Now let's all get a grip and quit the name calling and finger pointing. It accomplishes NOTHING! "

    Concerned Parent II wrote on Apr 24, 2008 2:19 PM:

    " If you feel that the Catholic Church doesn't have its share of illnesses than you have been under a rock for a long time. Check on the Gilbert Gauthe links. Wakeup for your own good. "

    to Carefully Observing wrote on Apr 24, 2008 2:15 PM:

    " Maybe Father Jody isn't worried because he has faith in GOD that all will be okay. Grow up people. Accept the situation for what it is. And by the way, why are the supporters of Corinne not questioning her as to why she is leaving instead of assuming Father Jody did wrong? "

    to again and again and again wrote on Apr 24, 2008 12:54 PM:

    " I'm glad that I don't agree with you. I would not EVER want to associate with a person who calls the Catholic church an illness, except to maybe counsel them. Everyone reading this comment should think about that very carefully "

    to again and again and again wrote on Apr 24, 2008 12:45 PM:

    " Just let me remind you that anyone can be involved in a lawsuit, for any reason. It does not necessarily imply the defendant is wrong. It is simply a civil suit. For example, I could sue anyone for any silly thing. It should not be looked at as a wrongdoing of the defendant, until after the facts are heard and the case is decided. Even at the time of the final decision a lot of innocent people lose. Just something to think about "

    sparky wrote on Apr 24, 2008 12:35 PM:

    " The Catholic Church is NOT a democracy-never has been never will be. The Catholic church is not about Pastors-it is about the church. The Church rotates pastors around every so often for a VERY good reason-if you don't know why there is no use trying to explain in an internet forum. Fr. Jody, like him or hate him, is our new pastor. That's what the Bishop says and the Bishop gets his marching orders from the Pope. People seem to forget that obedience is a major tenant of the Catholic Church. Sheesh!!! "

    Vicki Broussard Clement wrote on Apr 24, 2008 11:10 AM:

    " I was the secretary at St. Joseph School for 13 years. I also went to St. Joe all my school years and graduated in 1961. I guess most of who and what I am is due to the influence of being at St. Joe. Many of the alumni must feel like I do. Our only child went to St. Joe until the high school closed. This forum is heart breaking because of the pride I had in the school and the church. We should look past the immediate and realize who all is being hurt here. "

    Carefully Observing wrote on Apr 24, 2008 10:56 AM:

    " Sounds to me like Richard G. has known Fr. Jody long before he became a priest and I'm going to assume that is why he calls him by his first name. Maybe we wouldn't feel the way we feel if Fr. acted more like a priest rather than a demanding business man. He has not given most of us a good impression and has rubbed a lot of us the wrong way since coming here. He doesn't seem to be worried. These are not vicious stabs, just my opinion. I know God is watching and listening. "

    Wondering wrote on Apr 24, 2008 10:30 AM:

    " Has a new principal been named? "

    Again and again and again.... wrote on Apr 24, 2008 10:28 AM:

    " Fr. Jody is currently named in a lawsuit about his last ordeal he handled wrong in Lafayette. Of course no money will come out of his pocket to payoff the suit and legal fees. It will come from his friend the Bishop who gets it from you and me. Correction some of you. I quit giving to that illness. "

    to cindy wrote on Apr 24, 2008 9:22 AM:

    " thanks ms cindy, you are truly one of our best. Margie, sorry about not knowing your name. I promise I will not forget it. lol Even though I did not know your name, I have always seen you smiling and helpful. Thanks for your great service to our wonderful school. "

    to wait and see wrote on Apr 24, 2008 9:18 AM:

    " I don't know who you are, and I'm sure you and others will justify what you are doing with lame excuses, but the correct term is Father Jody not Jody. In your heart, admit it or not, you know you are wrong to call him that. But then again no one has to answer to me. I know this is done intentionally. It only shows the extend what some of you will go to to try to get your way. I told him that when this started. Now I know he knows I was right. "

    THE COUNT DOWN wrote on Apr 24, 2008 7:44 AM:

    " 37/25 days and counting "

    help them wrote on Apr 23, 2008 9:49 PM:

    " god dose not like ugly "

    Positive Change wrote on Apr 23, 2008 7:08 PM:

    " It seems to me An Uneducated Parent that if Corinne and her staff at St Joe were doing such a great job, thier would not be so many different opinions in this forum about the school and its teachers. Her and her teachers should not have to find blame in a priest,church or a community. Corrine and any other teacher who wanted to resign could do it with a little more dignity and respect for this so called GREAT school they ran for the last 17 years!!!!!! Hopefully this change will be a positive one for St Joesph School. "

    Wait and see wrote on Apr 23, 2008 2:30 PM:

    " Jody seems to have a FEW backers in Jeanerette, which is still many more than he had at his last assignment. Give him a few more months and then assess the damage. "

    to count down wrote on Apr 23, 2008 1:00 PM:

    " I count only school days as being 26 left. Why count Saturdays and Sundays?
    26 sounds better than 38. "

    Cindy wrote on Apr 23, 2008 12:49 PM:

    " The pre-k teachers name is Margie Robertson. "

    Note wrote on Apr 23, 2008 10:48 AM:

    " The superintendent is powerless. She is a pawn to the bishop and other men in dresses. She wants to keep her job. She is an ex nun. Priest could care less about the schools - they take money away from their church coffers in their minds. They have less to fuel their bad habits with. Good luck to all of you! "

    THE COUNT DOWN wrote on Apr 23, 2008 9:26 AM:

    " 38 days and counting. "

    to sorry I messed up wrote on Apr 23, 2008 9:16 AM:

    " It is sad that you don't even know the Pre-K teachers name and you think she is one of the best. Don't understand and many more than 2 teachers are leaving. "

    to alumni parent wrote on Apr 23, 2008 6:48 AM:

    " another good example of a proper comment. Thank you for your fair comment. Let's have more of this kind of comments people. "

    to Alaina M wrote on Apr 23, 2008 6:38 AM:

    " What a perfect example of how to praise someone without tearing another person down. You were well taught. Job well done. "

    sorry I messed up wrote on Apr 23, 2008 6:36 AM:

    " sorry I messed up the best list:

    Ms. Michelle (office)
    pre-K teacher
    Ms. Cindy (aid)
    Ms. Renee
    Ms. Rosamond
    Ms. Carrie
    Mr. Glenn Eldridge
    Ms. Melody
    and
    Ms. Wendy
    Ms. Nancy

    who we are sorry to see leave you two leave.

    Hope I got it right this time.
    You all make St. Joe what it should be!!!!

    Good teachers are noticed and acknowledged.

    "

    to not your savior wrote on Apr 23, 2008 6:30 AM:

    " Please take your personal insults elsewhere. We are not interested in you wars with other people. You don't even know if she is reading this. You are foolish. "

    alumni parent wrote on Apr 22, 2008 11:55 PM:

    " I know Fr Jody from another parish and I think St. John's Church & St. Joseph School are lucky to have him.I also feel that Corrine and staff have done an excellent job with the school.I feel blessed that my children were able to attend such a great school.I will pray for all those affected by this situation.For the sake of current/future students please try to work together. Put it in God's hands. "

    to to youve been figured out wrote on Apr 22, 2008 10:27 PM:

    " So you say you've figured it out. Well pat yourself on the back and give yourself a hug. Here let me give you a cookie. Oh, that's right, I don't know who you are. Well I'll not waste MY time. Get your own cookie. "

    not my dictator wrote on Apr 22, 2008 10:04 PM:

    " Given the ongoing controversy regarding the reconfiguration of the New Orleans Diosease, in which the people were given no input, and now the actions of Father Jody with complete support of Bishop, I'm done with the Catholic Church. I can follow Christ without this communist bureaucracy. "

    Alaina M wrote on Apr 22, 2008 8:13 PM:

    " I am only posting to let all of you know my experience at SJ was a truly rewarding one.I looked forward to school each morning and to all the fun the school offered.I loved the spirit I saw in the faculty, and the spirit I saw in myself.When I got to highschool it wasn't like that.I didn't see as much school spirit there that I saw at SJ and I definitely noticed that my school spirit wasn't there either.I thank Mrs.Corinne/teachers/staff for everything they did for me while I was there and I still to this day miss SJ! "

    Curious wrote on Apr 22, 2008 7:01 PM:

    " Just out of curiosity, what do you people hope to accomplish from these posts? All you are doing is giving negative publicity to the school. Clearly you've got what you wanted, Corrine and her posse are leaving. You and your innocent children have been saved by Fr. Jody. So why harp on the issue? Perhaps it would be more benefitial to put your time and enegry into something that will ACTUALLY benefit the school, not posting comments about past grievences. "

    Let it go wrote on Apr 22, 2008 6:56 PM:

    " OK my commenters missed my point. My point is it doesn't matter if you criticize either side. Corinne is Corinne and Jody is Jody. She did what she does and he does what he does. Criticism is not necessary its just the facts - its not criticism if its facts. Get it now! "

    Disturbed wrote on Apr 22, 2008 6:53 PM:

    " In times of crisis, people should band together, not pull apart. I have a question. God forbid should this happen, but before all of this started, and Corinne had gotten into an unfortunate accident and once again God forbid, she would have died. Would this all be going on right now? Life is short and so am I. So instead of wasting time on this, do something that will make the world a better place to live in for you and all others. God bless all of you who cannot come to terms withthis! "

    ONLY SANE PERSON wrote on Apr 22, 2008 6:45 PM:

    " I do not think that I would want my children associated with any of you. If you are acting this malisicious to people you don't even know. How do you treat your family, friends, loved ones? Is it worth it? This is no longer an open forum. It is a war of the words, and in the end, noone will win. For all the ugliness that is being said, God sees. It will be written down in his book and when you go he will question you on these acts!! "

    Senseless wrote on Apr 22, 2008 6:34 PM:

    " I think it is time for all of this to stop! The fact is that Father Jody is the new priest. The fact is that for whatever reason, Corinne chose not to renew her contract. Nothing can be done to change this. The name calling and comments back and forth are really not teaching children a good example. I think the only question that should have been asked and hasn't is--WHAT WOULD JESUS DO?? Think about it and come to your senses you all sound like lunatics take a trip to Pineville. Jeez "

    you think you know multiple poster wrote on Apr 22, 2008 6:17 PM:

    " Well actually everyone has posted multiple times, probably including you, and you must not know me in particular because I rarely complain, I do have a job, and oh yea my house is clean. So I don't take this as a comment to me. Sounds like you're the one who is complaining and seeming unhappy right now. Do you have a job? Is your house clean? I wouldn't want to make any assumptions about you. "

    Been There Done Thats Daughter wrote on Apr 22, 2008 6:13 PM:

    " I attended St. Joseph school for over 8 years of my life. To put things simply, AMEN to Mrs. Corrine Hebert leaving. Ever wondered why the enrollment dwindled over the years? To every problem there is a solution, and in this situation, the PERFECT solution is seeing that incompentant principal go. GOOD LUCK IN LIFE! "

    cont Jody or Father Jody wrote on Apr 22, 2008 5:46 PM:

    " So to sum it up and to be frank, it's Father Jody's turn to be in charge and since I had an unpleasant experience with the other side I am very willing to give him a chance. I hope you can understand my backing Father Jody, as I can understand you backing the other side. No hard feelings "

    cont Jody or Father Jody wrote on Apr 22, 2008 5:43 PM:

    " He seems to me to be a very open minded person. I can understand if you three had problems with him, that you would want to express these feelings. But you must understand that is the same with the parents who had problems with the office at St. Joe in the past. People must have compassion and understanding for other people who have bad experiences with people that are otherwise well liked. If you had a bad experience with him. I accept your analasis of him and understand why you feel thatway. "

    Jody or Father Jody wrote on Apr 22, 2008 5:38 PM:

    " Looks like you all discussed his name before posting. Wouldn't be that you know each other would it? Anyway my story is that I do not know Father Jody very well. All I know is that he welcomed me into his office and it was a pleasure to speak with him. Although I did not go to him to complain about the school, he made me feel so comfortable that I did end up telling him my story. It felt like I was talking to an old friend. "

    to onlooker wrote on Apr 22, 2008 5:28 PM:

    " First Father Jody, then the Catholic school superintendent, then the bishop. Who next the Pope? I certainly hope you go no higher than the Pope, if you know what I mean. "

    happy that they are friends wrote on Apr 22, 2008 5:24 PM:

    " I am so happy to hear that the bishop and FATHER Jody are good friends. We surely wouldn't want to ever lose him. "

    A Repeat Performance wrote on Apr 22, 2008 5:00 PM:

    " Don’t think Jody is making the changes for the betterment of the school. It’s all about Jody! He loves his authority and uses it to his advantage. Corrine is the 4th principal who has been forced to resign under his administration. He’ll replace her with a “Yes Father”, “Whatever you say Father” person, just as he's done in the past. Jody creates havoc where ever he is assigned. He is no shepherd. Shepherds bring their flocks together. His flocks historically have left for other churches. Those singing his praises should Beware! "

    Richard G wrote on Apr 22, 2008 4:35 PM:

    " My gradchildren and children went to St. Joe> i have poured a lot of money and resources into it. I went to St. John's for over 40 years and more importantly I knoe Jody and his family. That is why I can say what I did. I know the kind of person he is. Sorry but the person who commented back to me is creating the illusions of the collections. I know someone who counts it. "

    to multiple poster wrote on Apr 22, 2008 4:20 PM:

    " After reading this forum, it is obvious when the multiple posters who use previous usernames and change their usernames do reply to others that others are hitting them close to home. Instead of sitting in front of computer, posting all day, get a job, clean your house. The future will speak volumes about you just as the past has. I give you 6 months into the next school year before you start your compulsive complaining with Jody, new administration, and new faculty. Then it will be too late. Unhappy people are unhappy no matter what!!! "

    to let it go wrote on Apr 22, 2008 4:18 PM:

    " Are you actually arguing with yourself? Please read your comment. The first sentence says to do one thing and the rest of the comment commences to do just the opposite. What's going on with you? "

    from his past wrote on Apr 22, 2008 4:14 PM:

    " Of course there is a common thread (superintendent and bishop). When the truth comes out you will see that the old saying that history repeats itself is true. Jody and the bishop are close friends. Don't expect resolution from the top. The truth will come out!!!!! "

    onlooker wrote on Apr 22, 2008 4:01 PM:

    " Maybe the Catholic school superintendent would would be interested in your comment. I'll try to make sure they are made aware of it.

    "

    forgot another best of st joe wrote on Apr 22, 2008 3:02 PM:

    " Ms. Melody!!!!!!


    We appreciate all you do Ms. Melody! "

    sorry for the mistake wrote on Apr 22, 2008 1:43 PM:

    " It's Ms. Nancy that I think is moving.
    Sorry for the mistake.
    It was unintended.

    But she is on someone's best list.

    Sorry to see her go too. "

    to confused wrote on Apr 22, 2008 1:35 PM:

    " We are still there because it is our school. Our children belong there. The situation where their name is not known would probably make it a fairer school. There small Catholic and large ones. I know for a fact that the small one is on a very personal level. "

    forgot some of the best wrote on Apr 22, 2008 1:30 PM:

    " Ms. Wendy
    Ms. Nancy

    You will be missed. If I didn't already know you were leaving you would have been on my best list.

    Just to let you know.

    "

    to let it go wrote on Apr 22, 2008 1:28 PM:

    " your opening sentence encouraged me and then heeeere weeeee gooooo again. You go from praising Corinne to bashing Father. You are contradicting everything you said in your first sentence. Same old stuff. "

    Let it go wrote on Apr 22, 2008 12:52 PM:

    " Look no one should really want to say anything bad about Corinne or Father. Corinne should leave with her head held high and the great job that has been done at keeping St. Joe alive with minimum resources available to her. Father just does this wherever he goes - changes the principal no matter what kind of job they did. Its his way. Can't have anyone who thinks for themselves. He has never turned any school around. My kids were there last move he made. HES THE MAN! "

    onlooker wrote on Apr 22, 2008 12:47 PM:

    " Does anyone besides myself notice that two of the three Catholic schools in Iberia Parish are embroiled in controversy? The third school was the object of bitter controversy about 2 years ago, when the nuns and the priest were forced to leave. What is the common thread here? A Catholic schools superintendent who is afraid of TRUE leadership? A bishop who won't demonstrate leadership, either? Hmmmm.... "

    I hope some of the best stay wrote on Apr 22, 2008 12:37 PM:

    " I hope that st. joe's best stay.

    who specifically?

    Ms. Michell in the office
    pre-k teacher
    Ms. Cindy (aid)
    Ms. Renee'
    Ms. Rosamond
    Ms. Carrie
    Mr. Glen Eldridge

    We appreciate all you do!!!!
    "

    to misplaces attack wrote on Apr 22, 2008 12:17 PM:

    " What do you mean you hope he can handle it?

    He obviously has two very qualified applicants to choose from. How difficult could that be. I'm sure he is up to it.

    You don't make any sense.

    Please control yourself. "

    youve been figured out wrote on Apr 22, 2008 11:28 AM:

    " How much time did you waste trying to figure out who said something.

    How do you even know if your result is correct.

    What a waste of time. So what who said it as long as that's how they truly felt.

    That's the point of a forum isn't it.

    "

    Interesting wrote on Apr 22, 2008 11:05 AM:

    " First you attack the teachers for choosing a low paying job, then you claim to pay their salaries. If it is such an issue for you, add to your tuition checks. Maybe the money could buy them some self-esteem.
    Perhaps you should be grateful that they sacrifice money for the benefit of the school. For some, money to buy material possesions is not as great as the reward of a fulfilling job...I choose to see it as their way of giving back to their community. "

    WOW wrote on Apr 22, 2008 10:58 AM:

    " How could someone imply that someone wrote something, when it might not be that person? You are out of line. If these clues identify this person to anyone out there, it certainly doesn't to me, and turn out to in error, that is a slap in the face to someone who might not have even written a comment. YOU ARE OUT OF LINE AND HAVE NO PROOF. Stop the madness!!!! "

    Confused wrote on Apr 22, 2008 10:41 AM:

    " If you've experienced such hatred from the facualty and their "clique" why are your children still there? I thought if Mrs. Hebert and her sorority of teachers disliked you so much she would have "kicked you out" of the school as you suggested. After attending both St. Joseph and Catholic High I can assure you that all of you and your children are in for a rude awakening at whatever highschool they attend, as they will NEVER have teachers and facualty that give to their students like SJS teachers. You'll be lucky if the adminitration even knows your name. "

    to misplaces attack wrote on Apr 22, 2008 10:24 AM:

    " You might be right, but I understood that the question was asked at the school board meeting about the teacher's contracts and if there would be changes in them. I understood Father said that he couldn't answer that because the contract changes would be up to the new principal. I don't know, that's just what I understood. So please don't make this a battle, it might just be a misunderstanding on my part. But it might be something for the teachers to ask about again. Just a suggestion... "

    Lets talk wrote on Apr 22, 2008 10:09 AM:

    " How do you people think we as parents know what is going on at school? Our children come home and tell us. The teachers talk WHEREVER, WHENEVER. We don't make this up. We pay the salaries of the teachers and the principal. So our children deserve to have the best and the fairest. If we weren't concerned about our children, do you think we would even be voicing ourselves? I care about my child's education, not a fit-pitching faculty. We will have a new school, so why put my child elsewhere? "

    to you've been figured wrote on Apr 22, 2008 9:18 AM:

    " How naive you are to think that one person is posting all these comments. Your comment "comment would not be taken seriously" is typical St. Joe stuff.

    You are just proving the mentality that we have had to put up with over the last few years.

    And no this is not the person who doesn't get along with siblings because I have no siblings. So go figure that one out. "

    Enough Already wrote on Apr 22, 2008 9:14 AM:

    " It seems to me that everyone keeps using the phrase "good Catholic". Just because you are a good Catholic does not automatically make you a good Christian. Maybe ya'll should get the phrasing right and your comment will hold more meaning. It seems to me with all the comments being made there may be a lot of good Catholics, but very few good Christians! "

    to answer to the thread wrote on Apr 22, 2008 9:11 AM:

    " You are wrong. The 2nd grade teacher is not moving. See that is the problem, so many people THINK they know what is going on and they don't. "

    why does it matter who wrote on Apr 22, 2008 8:55 AM:

    " what difference does it matter who is posting these comments, if that's how they feel. I know that you are using this comment (which, of course is untrue and laughable) as intimidation. Just as parents have been intimidated in the past. Trying to stop opinions being voice is not the way to solve problems. Intimidation won't work this time, so stop the game....lol "

    Let's talk wrote on Apr 22, 2008 8:38 AM:

    " How do you people think we as parents know what is going on at school? Our children come home and tell us. The teachers talk WHEREVER, WHENEVER. We don't make this up. We pay the salaries of the teachers and the principal. So our children deserve to have the best and the fairest. If we weren't concerned about our children, do you think we would even be voicing ourselves? I care about my child's education, not a fit-pitching faculty. We will have a new school, so why put my child elsewhere? "

    to why no names wrote on Apr 22, 2008 8:26 AM:

    " to your point that she wanted to keep this confidential. Sorry, but she should blame the person who asked the question on the forum. But most of all she should blame the first commenter, who took the forum in the direction of negative comments about Father Jody. If the first commenter would have stuck to the subject and not interjected their negative opinions of Father, it might have been a positive forum. Oh well.... "

    you've been figured out wrote on Apr 22, 2008 7:52 AM:

    " To those that are posting the untruthful and unchristian things about St. Joseph staff:
    Your identity has been figured out. It's a fact the reason your are not admitting your identity is because your comment would not be taken seriously as it is common knowledge that you can't even get along with your siblings, we can't expect you to get along with anyone else. Knowing now who you are, I am releived you are sheep to your long awaited shephard. I would never want to associate myself with you. Keep posting, that's how we figure you out. "

    to misplaces attack wrote on Apr 22, 2008 6:28 AM:

    " You are wrong. The new principal is not the one that will hand out the contracts. Fr. Jody will. Don't know where you got you information. The new principal takes over Aug. 1st about 10 days beofre the new school year. Boy does he have work ahead of him. Hope he/she can handle it. "

    to answer to the thread wrote on Apr 22, 2008 6:13 AM:

    " Why is the principal leaving?

    We don't know because she does not want to discuss it.

    What teachers are following?

    1st grade was leaving anyway
    2nd grade was moving anyway
    Junior High English teacher
    Maybe 4th grade "

    Richard G wrote on Apr 22, 2008 6:08 AM:

    " It's clear that you haven't been to our church lately, because it is packed every 10:00 mass. As for the collections, they are up.

    The same old game is being played. You know, trying to create a perception because reality does not suit your storyline. This time it won't work. We will answer every incorrect comment. So all of you better get used to it.

    lol "

    to Richard G wrote on Apr 22, 2008 6:01 AM:

    " I have made several comments in support of Father Jody, but I have not ever spoken to him about this forum.

    You should not assume that he has put anyone up to their comments.

    I don't assume that you are put up to comment by Ms. Hebert.

    Typical attitude. "

    to God is watching wrote on Apr 22, 2008 5:58 AM:

    " Please don't judge. "

    Richard G. wrote on Apr 21, 2008 10:21 PM:

    " Forget the school for a moment. Ever since this tyrant has become the pastor of the church people have left and gone to others. There is no one left except you few who Jody put up to writing the favs here for him. The rectory is now a cold place where fear seems to lurk. The money has stopped and I hope you few can support the whole thing! "

    why no names wrote on Apr 21, 2008 8:34 PM:

    " What is your name? So you admit that we do have to protect ourselves when we voice our opinion. She does not have to attack Father Jody. She has others to do it for her. Just read this forum to prove it. "

    to misplaced attack wrote on Apr 21, 2008 8:31 PM:

    " He is not ignoring this problem. He is actively working to replace Ms. Hebert. This will settle everything down. He told the teachers at the meeting that their new contracts would be handled by the new principal. I would think he doesn't want to interfere with that. discussing anything with the teachers, would interfere with the role of the new principal. the replacement will then address any changes with the teachers. I see no problem with that. "

    to misplaced attack wrote on Apr 21, 2008 8:24 PM:

    " We are not so much defending Father as being grateful that someone has come in and solved our problem. We don't really need to know much more about him, just that he is doing what we have been silently hoping for. He is not at liberty to discuss Ms. Hebert's reason for leaving. That is a matter between the two of them. Only she can discuss that if she chooses, and rightly so it is her business. I suppose if he detailed her business you would blast him for that. "

    Been There, Done That! wrote on Apr 21, 2008 6:37 PM:

    " Hooray for Father Jody. It's about time that someone stood up for the people of St. Joseph, the real supporters of the school. It's about time that the people of St. Joseph School have someone that will listen to them. As a former student and graduate of St. Joseph, I have seen this once great place turn into nothing more than a joke. I pray that Father Jody will have the courage to stand up for what is right for St. Joseph and make it a place that we can all be proud of once again. "

    God is Watching - Grandma wrote on Apr 21, 2008 5:28 PM:

    " Most of you need to be reminded that God is listening, watching and reading, and remember what kind of examples you should be setting for your children!!! You talk about the St. Joe faculty and principal mistreating your children, but do you really think that your children are not listening and watching your actions???? If you call yourself a Catholic, maybe you should act like one! "

    Burnt to a crisp wrote on Apr 21, 2008 5:21 PM:

    " Why is it up to Father to address the confused parents and teachers? Corinne has been there 17 years, you would think SHE would care enough about her parents and faculty to clear up the confusion herself. Why are the people who are making negative comments about Corinne being shamed and degraded but those who are making negative comments about Father seem to feel justified?? Double standard. "

    pick one wrote on Apr 21, 2008 4:30 PM:

    " Possible titles for realtiy show:
    1. the preacher and his puppets
    2. get a life and a clue
    3. the bold and the ignorant
    4. I have no life or job so let's attack those who do
    5. Desparate half-wives and homebodies
    6. I would be smarter than a fifth-grader but instead of learning I chose to be me
    7. Soap-ra
    8. Big Sister
    9. The price is right, the facts are wrong
    10. As the world turns, some fall off "

    Misplaced attack wrote on Apr 21, 2008 3:16 PM:

    " Need I remind everyone that preists are imperfect humans and maybe Father deserves some blame in this. Perhaps it would be wise to first truly know the man you are defending. The mere fact that he has yet to address the concerns of so many confused parents and teachers is enough to make me skeptical. He claims to truly want to better the school, but look at the utter choas that he is ignoring. He is the best person to clear up the confusion over Mrs. Hebert's reason for leaving, start a ranting thread on that issue! "

    Why no names? wrote on Apr 21, 2008 3:02 PM:

    " To those remaining nameless for the protection of their kids or more importantly themselves: I think you all should be forced to include your name if you are going to say such awful things about Mrs. Hebert, who apparently doesn’t deserve the same right to privacy as all of you. She is forced to deal with public scrutiny on an issue she preferred to keep confidential for everyone’s sake. Her hope was to leave St. Joseph with class by not viciously attacking Fr.Jody. Once again, proof that she always has and will put the school first. "

    happy parent wrote on Apr 21, 2008 2:20 PM:

    " I'm almost ready to go to pick up my children at school. It's 2:20 P.M. Please get my red carpet out and put a smile on all those faces!!!!! "

    to give peace a chance wrote on Apr 21, 2008 2:16 PM:

    " finally a sane person with sound advice. Where you been all this time lol. "

    to taking notes wrote on Apr 21, 2008 2:14 PM:

    " These particular children never returned to St. Joseph. I'm telling you they were forced to leave and blackballed from every private school in the area, with a phone call from the St. Joe office. Don't you understand English. "

    answer to the thread wrote on Apr 21, 2008 2:07 PM:

    " what is going on the principal is leaving she gives no specific reason.

    What teachers are following? um
    Ms Wendy who was leaving anyway

    Ms. Nancy who was moving anyway

    Ms. Debbie who I got a job at St.John

    One other teacher applied for 1st grade position at charter and applied at one other religious school in New Iberia, I won't name her until I hear that she has been hired.

    Does that answer the thread?
    I like to be to the point. "

    Parent wrote on Apr 21, 2008 1:29 PM:

    " Everyone needs to stop the name calling, blaming, and negative attitude. St. Joseph is a wonderful school and can continue to be so, if we all reunited for the children. I am willing to give the new a heartful welcome and continue to work for a bright future. I will always have a special place in my heart for Corrine and her family. The faculty will also get my 100% support. "

    happy parent wrote on Apr 21, 2008 12:03 PM:

    " lol, well I guess God has put you in charge of judging who is a perfect Catholic? Should I just accept your judgment? Should I refer people to you? No one is perfect and if you are truly an outsider, which I seriously doubt, how would you know that this doesn't happen on a regular basis. I am just making a suggestion on the basis of what I observe day in and day out. It's only a suggestion. Take it or leave it. "

    it may be wrote on Apr 21, 2008 11:54 AM:

    " it may be a handful of people on both sides who are not happy, we will never know. Just remember the handful goes both ways. the majority don't care about who is the principal. Just keep that in mind. As for the so called fairy tales, there are people who know the details, and know they are true. They are the victims and Corinne. Believe me she knows. But that really doesn't even matter anymore. It doesn't even matter what you believe. At least not to me. "

    not your savior wrote on Apr 21, 2008 9:29 AM:

    " I feel for the applicants of the prinicples position. I hope he isn't reading this. I am sure we are making this job really attractive. Who in thier right mind would take a job and have to deal with all of this. It would be hard enough to fill Mrs. Heberts shoes. But, to have to deal with this backstabbing and chaos. All the while working for peanuts. I feel sorry for the poor soul who signs that contract. Hope he does his homework. "

    now I understand wrote on Apr 21, 2008 9:20 AM:

    " My kid was horribly mistreated.....cher.

    Now we know where the problem is. Who else would cause this much trouble. You are right...Your kid probably was mistreated because of your actions. You've caused trouble everywhere you've been your entire life. "

    sparky wrote on Apr 21, 2008 8:01 AM:

    " for cryin' out loud people-it's "Clique" not "click"
    And as far as Fr.Jody is concerned-"A new broom sweeps clean" and as much as people detest change-it is inevitable and good. Anyone who is honest would admit that St. Joe can get better. "

    well duh wrote on Apr 21, 2008 7:32 AM:

    " nothing was ever said except to each other, because every time something was said another family was kicked out...duh.
    We had no priest with backbone to look at the matters with an open mind. But now we do and we don't have to do anything about it because he saw things for himself. I'm not interested in his past, just as some of you are not interested in Corinne's past regime. I'm just glad he's finally here. "

    this is for happy parent wrote on Apr 21, 2008 7:31 AM:

    " I am an outsider looking in and it seems as though you want the red carpet rolled out to you. Just because you did not get a smile maybe one day, who are you? I am sure teachers greet parents as they should. Did you ever stop to think that just maybe she was having a bad morning/day!!! I am sure they all have many BAD days these days thanks to the Almighty. You need to get a life you Perfect Catholic!! "

    truth be told wrote on Apr 21, 2008 7:27 AM:

    " I did detail the story " blackballed" I only didn't include the names of these children. If you want to know the names of the characters, ask Corinne I'm sure she remembers the story. Maybe she will tell you. I know she know who I am talking about. "

    taking notes wrote on Apr 21, 2008 6:38 AM:

    " These negative fairy tales are coming from a small handful of compulsive complainers. They cause trouble where ever they go. Their kids have been through several other schools, and those schools had the same nightmare in dealing with their constant non-stop petty conflicts. I suspect that is why they won't give too many details. Some have even left St. Joe, only to come back a year or two later, after creating conflict there too. If your child was forced to leave, then why were they accepted back.....cher? "

    Give Peace A Chance!! wrote on Apr 21, 2008 6:24 AM:

    " This is starting to sound like a really bad chat room. Everyone take a moment and say-God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change,the courage to change the things that I can, and the wisdom to know the difference. Regardless of why Corinne is leaving, she is. If you wish to remove your child for this reason, then do so. If not, then shut up and accept the school for what it will be without Corinne. You cannot judge a new principal who isn't even hired yet. "

    not sure wrote on Apr 20, 2008 8:40 PM:

    " just wondering what flavor kool-aid that this priest serves at his church, because it seems as though someones been going back for seconds! "

    what? wrote on Apr 20, 2008 8:36 PM:

    " Until now I had only heard of St Joseph school but a few times. But it seems to me if there was such a problem there, why wasn't something said long ago. Shame on you people who now claim to have suffered isolation from the "clique" or other horrible injustices. If there was such a problem before, perhaps you should have opened your mouths earlier. Or did your children not mean enough to you? Even a dog knows that if it's raining, seek shelter. I guess you couldnt get out of the rain on your own.(sounds like a clique) "

    Devout yet troubled Catholic wrote on Apr 20, 2008 8:17 PM:

    " This matter has deeply troubled me. While I am a devout Christian, and as a result a follower of Father Jody for years, I can no longer sit by and say nothing. Opinions are one thing, but to bash a school, its faculty, and students, which until now has received nothing but praise, is too much. I will refrain from further comment now, but if the absurd comments do not cease, I will reveal the deep dark secrets regarding Father Jody. God forgive me if I have to do this. God Bless You All! "

    No Hate wrote on Apr 20, 2008 7:57 PM:

    " There is no hate for Ms. Corinne. Just a disgust about the things she's done or the way she did them. Outside of her position of principal she is probably a fine person, when she's not affecting other people's lives. But she needs to think about how she handled some of these people and their children. St. Joseph is a small school. I'm sure the brutal treatment was uncalled for. It's not like there would be a riot or anything without her iron rod you know. "

    please elaborate wrote on Apr 20, 2008 7:44 PM:

    " Who are all of these black balled kids that were so poorly treated? Lets hear thier stories. No wonder you guys and Fr. Jody get along so well. You all like to keep secrets. Is St. Joe going to become a secret society? If your not going to tell your story than stop bringing it up. "

    listen up wrote on Apr 20, 2008 7:05 PM:

    " Max,

    here are the facts:

    Corrine resigned (fact)
    Father accepted her resignation (fact)
    Father will does discuss the reasons for her resignation because it is not his place, you know privacy act (fact)
    Corrine will not discuss the reason, her choice (fact)
    It is none of our business why she resigned (fact)

    I hope you don't find any opinions in this comment. "

    cyber bullying wrote on Apr 20, 2008 6:05 PM:

    " is this what they call cyber bullying. you know how they say, if you would'n say it to their face don't say it online. man i wish they had spell check on here. lol "

    truth be told wrote on Apr 20, 2008 5:54 PM:

    " please elaborate, actually the children involved did nothing wrong, or some may have had minor problems, like grades or a pencil mark in a book. Small things. The children were not the issue or the reason she asked the parents to remove them is was the emotional parents who she had a beef with. It is normal for a parent to be emotional about their child. she should realize that and let stuff like that slide. as for details it would really take a book to detail these things. the storeis are not made up "

    Let's Stop wrote on Apr 20, 2008 5:45 PM:

    " We've made it to the top of the most discussed list. Both sides have had a chance to say their piece. Some support Corrine and are sorry to see her leave. Some are very happy she is leaving. This is a brief summary of the many comments made. So let's stop and say it is split down the middle with those who have commented, and as for the ones who have not commented, probably the majority of people of St. Joe, it just doesn't matter who it the principal. This is the reality. "

    xxx wrote on Apr 20, 2008 5:30 PM:

    " it's over, finished, let them cry and let's move on. I'm tired of them boo-hooing over the principal leaving. We need to move on and replace who ever is leaving. it's as simple as that. Maybe Corrine and the others could start a whole new school called the "clique", and they could all be happy and only let people they like in and we could all be happy too, at our school called St. Joseph School, the little treasure on the teche "

    Grandma wrote on Apr 20, 2008 12:51 PM:

    " Copy each word ten times:
    PRINCIPAL, CLIQUE "

    concerned parent wrote on Apr 20, 2008 11:13 AM:

    " Mrs Hebert has done Great things for my child and the school.
    How long are the catholic diocese going
    to let bad deeds go undone? "

    interesting wrote on Apr 20, 2008 8:31 AM:

    " She made the school what it is today. What condition is the school in today? Seems to me not in very good shape. Lack of technology, bitter parents who talk of unfairness, terrible stories of people forced to remove their children for no good reason at all, and a falling enrollment over the last few years. GOOD JOB HUH? "

    truth be told wrote on Apr 20, 2008 8:28 AM:

    " maybe the principal in Lafayette needed to be changed also and again we only know her side of the story. Please understand there are always two sides to every story. That continues to be the problem here. You cannot possibly decide right or wrong without both sides. "

    Upset Parent wrote on Apr 20, 2008 12:03 AM:

    " "Corrinne was a true godsend for me and my family. She opened her heart and arms to my child after we were pretty much forced to leave another so called catholic school. My child has blossomed since arriving at St. Joe and I owe it all to Corrinne and the wonderful faculty for their patience and dedication to the children at the school.I am very sad to see her leaving.As for the so called "secrecy", maybe she chooses to keep her reasons for leaving to herself because if you all knew the TRUTH St Joe would suffer and she doesnotwantthattohappen "

    happy parent wrote on Apr 19, 2008 10:23 PM:

    " to please elaborate,

    apparently you or your children have never been a target at St. Joe. So you really wouldn't understand, even if I did elaborate on how they would be punished. Another thing the SOME of teachers could work on is putting a smile on their face when they greet a parent and trying make them feel welcomed at the school especially ONE of the aids there could try a little harder to crack a smile. "

    With Acceptance Comes Peace wrote on Apr 19, 2008 9:15 PM:

    " After reading all postings, it seems to me that everyone has lost sight of what is truly important-the children and their education. Everyone has their own opinions as well as it should be. But just remember, opinion is not fact. In any school, you will have people who love the principal and those who don't, all for their own reasons. Instead of being negative about Corrine or Father, why doesn't everyone, just sit back and pray that everything works out. It does not take one person to make or break a school. Peace!! "

    Max wrote on Apr 19, 2008 8:34 PM:

    " Fr. Jody would not tell anyone what was going on at a meeting I attended, so why go and waste time and money to set down with him when he won't say anything. I was there they all avoided your questions . that is what this is about. Not about peoples opinions, Just the facts. "

    truth be told wrote on Apr 19, 2008 7:46 PM:

    " suzie, why would the superintendent scream at the teachers. I don't understand what reason they would have to to that. Could you elaborate on what provoked the screaming? Really interested! "

    truth be told wrote on Apr 19, 2008 7:44 PM:

    " suzie, how is he harassing you or any teacher? I don't mean this question as being sarcastic. I am really interested in the details. I would like to hear your side of the story, if you feel you could explain. I would like to consider your facts as well, just to be fair.

    "

    happy parent wrote on Apr 19, 2008 7:29 PM:

    " to truth be told, about the blackballed children, that's the same story from the victims. That's just plain wrong "

    truth be told wrote on Apr 19, 2008 7:22 PM:

    " to me wrote, maybe the bookkeeper had a problem with authority. You know kind of what's happening at St. Joe. How can we have an opinion on the bookkeeper situation if we only have one side of the story. I usually try to hear both sides of the story before I make up my mind. Just the opposite of what happens in the office at St. Joe "

    truth be told wrote on Apr 19, 2008 7:10 PM:

    " not only did she ask children to leave. She took it one step further by calling every religious school in the area and blackballing one family from attending any of these wonderful schools. How horrible a story. These innocent children were banned from attending any catholic or other religious school in our area. Even if we didn't have it happen to us we need to have compassion for these people. Father Jody has rescued us from the fear of it ever happening to one of us. "

    Please elaborate wrote on Apr 19, 2008 6:53 PM:

    " To truth be told,

    Please tell us those detailed stories that will make our hair stand up. I would love to hear how all of you people who hate Mrs. Hebert have been so horribly treated. I'm sure your poor innocent kids did nothing wrong. I mean how could they? they came from you all..... "

    click?? wrote on Apr 19, 2008 6:34 PM:

    " Corrine will be deeply missed by many, including myself and my family. I never thought of St. Joseph as a click, but a family there to support each other. Those who think it is a click obviously are the same ones who sit back and do not help with fund raisers. I will do anything for keep St. Joseph School and the faculty. "

    proud st. joe alumni wrote on Apr 19, 2008 3:04 PM:

    " to Dr. Hebert and Staff you are doing a great job please do not get discourage but the few people on her that think they know what is going on. "

    concerned parent wrote on Apr 19, 2008 10:19 AM:

    " The idea of talking at surrounding church parishes was not all of Mrs. Hebert's idea. The development committee formed by Fr. Jody chose to do this as part of their efforts in promoting St. Joseph School. I think this was a good job on their part. "

    Try it wrote on Apr 18, 2008 10:04 PM:

    " For all of you supporting Corrine and opposing Father Jody, you should make an appointment and speak to him. If you do, you will see he is a man with alot of hope and vision for the future of St. Joseph School. He wants the best for our children. He wants fairness, enrichment, and challenging for our children. You should put your money where your mouth is and speak to him for yourself. You may just understand why we support him so much. "

    Changes for the good wrote on Apr 18, 2008 9:59 PM:

    " I know for a fact that the school hasn't shown stats on school-wide test scoring as opposed to the national and state level. And what about teacher observations? I also know for a fact Mrs. Hebert has asked numerous families to remove their children from St. Joseph School for minor occurances that challenged her. These families had more than one student there. You do the math. That definitely is not one student every now and then leaving. "

    Parent at St Joe wrote on Apr 18, 2008 9:26 PM:

    " I wonder how Mrs Corinne feels having to leave the school. Maybe how the poor little children felt that were kicked out of school because the principle of the school couldn't solve a problem. It's her way or the highway. Now she will be driving down the highway. Maybe now the school board will have some say so in what goes on at the school. Remember what goes around comes around. Anyone can be replaced at any job at any time. St Joe will be just fine. This school needs to be run as a catholic school. "

    To Whom It May Concern; wrote on Apr 18, 2008 9:13 PM:

    " I just wanted to add a few more things to Fr. Jody for doing such an awesome job as the pastor. The changes that have been made in such a short amount of time he has been here has proven how much of a leader he truly is. And he doesn't even have to have a doctorate degree to "get the job done". When we are all on our death bed, will we be wanting to hurt one another? Or wish we loved one another? Fr. is trying to help St. Joe. Not hurt the school. "

    To Whom It May Concern; wrote on Apr 18, 2008 8:59 PM:

    " GO FATHER JODY!! FINALLY GOD HAS PREVAILED
    As a parent of past students, if you lived in Jeanerette you knew it was a clique school. The principal's kids were always right. They could do what they wanted to other children and get away with it. My children left and went to public schools, being 2 years behind in school because of not being taught a good education. The teachers were always in the lounge talking about kids parents and families. Some role models...The priest is the leader. God says so not man. God Bless Fr. Jody. "

    suzie wrote on Apr 18, 2008 8:01 PM:

    " Did you stop to think that the teachers are upset at Dr. Hebert’s leaving but the real reason they are leaving is that they can not put up with the priest’s harassment. They feel as adult men and women they should not be treated in this manner from someone who is supposed to be their shepherd. Anyone who thinks that the priest is so good for this school needs to look at what he did at St. Genevieve, to the former FEMALE principal. It seems history does repeat itself. "

    suzie wrote on Apr 18, 2008 7:57 PM:

    " In response to the poster who was uninformed on Diocesan Policy, get your facts straight! These teachers are held accountable by the diocesan school board, Dr. Hebert and the parish priest.
    FACT: the Bishop and the Superintendent of Catholic School know exactly what is going on and the bishop refused to talk to anyone regarding the St. Joe . FACT: The superintendent came to St. Joe and screamed (literally) at all the teachers, while the priest sat back and the teacher were told to just get over it.
    "

    suzie wrote on Apr 18, 2008 7:56 PM:

    " Whatever your opinion is of Dr. Hebert she has made St. Joe what it is. She is a great asset to the school. The staff work everyday, not for the pay, but because they love what they do and they ARE making a difference.
    St. Joe students do take standardized test and score WELL ABOVE THE NATIONAL AVERAGE. The students from St. Joe go on to excel academically, spiritually and socially. If that is not a reflection on the teachers and Dr. Hebert then what is?
    "

    truth be told wrote on Apr 18, 2008 7:50 PM:

    " to curious, you must be a teacher. The comment "evidently uneducated parents" is typical treatment received from St. Joseph School when you don't agree with he faculty and/or principal. How about the parents who made errors in the writings that agreed with you. Nothing said about that? Just proves many of our points about the need for a change. "

    you all will be so shocked in the end wrote on Apr 18, 2008 7:27 PM:

    " This is unbelievable that so many of you can just stab Dr.Corinne Hebert and the faculty (excuse me...the Click) in their backs. I cannot wait to see what happens in the END. You all think Fr. Jody is all that, well just wait and see if you are ready for the change and that you all say you are. History is about to be made at St. Joseph School. God hear our prayers and stop these hateful people from saying such hateful things about issues that do not know anything about. "

    truth be told wrote on Apr 18, 2008 7:24 PM:

    " Well when the so called truth does come out about Father Jody I'm sure it won't be as interesting as the stories I have heard by parents who have had children torn from the their school by Corinne. Shame on her that truth should come out. Those detailed stories would make your hair stand straight up on your head. They are almost unbelievable. Cold hearted stories about innocent people and their children, who have only had a disagreement with her. Cold, Cold, Cold "

    happy parent wrote on Apr 18, 2008 6:00 PM:

    " to not your savior, no I don't think any of the truly concerned parents are kool-aid drinkers. It's the ones who are considering leaving for no good reason that are the blind followers. How can you be a follower if you stay in the same place? If there is ever a problem with the new principal, staff, or teachers, I will deal with it at that time. I will not deal with hypothetical problems, at this time. That is the way I feel everyone should look at this situation. "

    happy busy parent lol wrote on Apr 18, 2008 5:50 PM:

    " to heard enough, actually I am a very busy person, but thanks for the suggestion of walmart. The comments I made were dictated to someone who was posting for me, as I tended to my business. Some of us can do two things at once. "

    sjs Graduate wrote on Apr 18, 2008 5:46 PM:

    " I think that father Jody is the best thing that has happened to this school. I also highly doubt that Ms. Corinne suspended a child of a teacher. That is really funny. I think we also need new teachers to teach these children. If teachers and people are so worried about how low pay is at St. Joe then they are not thee for kids. I am so happy that the school is going to have a HUGE change. I think that enrollment will be awesome next year!!

    Have a Great Day! "

    me wrote on Apr 18, 2008 5:36 PM:

    " Why did Father dissolve the Church Council and rudely dismiss the Church Bookkeeper? I guess they left of their own accord as well! "

    please elaborate wrote on Apr 18, 2008 5:22 PM:

    " How were your little angels treated unfairly? How will they be punished by the "click"? Did they get cut in front of in the lunch line??? Ohh the horror!!!! "

    The truth will come out wrote on Apr 18, 2008 4:57 PM:

    " I think that all of you with negative comments will eat your words when the truth comes out about Father Jody.... "

    not your savior wrote on Apr 18, 2008 4:21 PM:

    " You proved my point by implying everyone who is concerned is a kool-aid drinker. Do you think it is smart to enroll your children in a school not knowing who the principle is, not knowing who will be teaching your kids, and not knowing the intentions of the new staff?

    Who is it that seems to be following blindly? almost sheep like?

    Why secrecy? Why hasn't he answered questions of concerned parents? He should be here to help us not tear us apart. Did this happen when any other priest came to us? "

    curious wrote on Apr 18, 2008 4:19 PM:

    " Odd that most every negative comment regarding the school and its current staff was written with numerous spelling and grammar errors. Perhaps the new Sheriff at St. Joe can provide a night class to help the uninformed and evidently uneducated parents and flock. They obviously have nothing better to do, except post comments at HIS request. "

    setting the record wrote on Apr 18, 2008 2:46 PM:

    " Responding to comments about Mrs. Hebert’s discipline choices: I would like to say that I personally witnessed her disciplining and even suspending the child of TEACHER, or a “click member” as some would say. Get your facts straight before accusing someone of being unfair. Be thankful that she is disciplining your child, at least someone is looking out for their well-being.
    I welcome any of you posting these negative comments to come and see how you can measure up. I’m sure that all you here WITHOUT doctorates would be able to do flawless jobs and make everyone happy.
    "

    maria wrote on Apr 18, 2008 2:44 PM:

    " At. Joe's alumna,
    If you were taught to spell and use the English language as you do at this school, perhaps it should be shaken up. Note, Catholic schools nationwide have declining enrollment, even those who pay their teachers the same as public teachers in their area. Starting pay for first year should be about $43,00. Four years of college at upward of $40,00 dollars merits no less than this. "

    gloating parent wrote on Apr 18, 2008 1:55 PM:

    " I am just wondering after reading all the positives about St.Joe and Dr.Hebert, why would she(Dr. Hebert)feel the need to tell a parent that had a problem in the school, that if they did not like what she decided about the problem, that parent could remove their children from the school. That is a real Christian thing to do, don't you positive people think? Then the real winner is, at the start of a new school year,Dr. Hebert has the nerve to ask surrounding church parishes to speak at masses to promote St.Joe. PLEASE TELL ME "

    heard enough wrote on Apr 18, 2008 1:29 PM:

    " Happy parent, Wal-Mart is hiring part-time if you need something else to do with your time. "

    happy parent wrote on Apr 18, 2008 1:00 PM:

    " My hat is off to Mary Johnson, who can stand behind her words. I much admire her. I wish I could, but in my situation my child/children, who attend the school would be punished terribly by the dreaded click. I'm sorry, but that it the honest truth. No matter how much they argue it's not there, believe me it is. "

    bulletin wrote on Apr 18, 2008 12:58 PM:

    " My bulletin states collects are doing great not sure which one you are looking at but it can not be from St John church in Jeanerete. Great job Father Jody. Keep up the great work. "

    concerned wrote on Apr 18, 2008 12:58 PM:

    " I can understand why people are voicing their concerns and opinions. We are all in the dark. Someone, maybe the new leader needs to clear things up before its to late. "

    This is funny! wrote on Apr 18, 2008 12:50 PM:

    " To concerned parent. No. Nobody has any facts, including the hysterical teachers and hateful parents supporting Corinne. The reason we don't know the facts is because Corinne is keeping everything a big secret, yet she wants support. "

    concerned parent wrote on Apr 18, 2008 11:45 AM:

    " Does anyone have any Facts?
    "

    disturbed wrote on Apr 18, 2008 10:56 AM:

    " Shame on everybody! The example these adults on both sides of the argument are showing our innocent children is a disgrace to the Catholic religion and this Catholic school! "

    happy parent wrote on Apr 18, 2008 10:42 AM:

    " Who drank the kool-aid? Remember Jonestown when the followers of a cult leader drank the poisioned kool-aid just because the leader told them to do it. This reminds me of that incident. Peole making decisions blindly for really no good reason at all. Settle down, let the replacement come in, you might find this much to do about nothing. I think you might be quit happy with the replacement. Remember, you can have good feelings about Corinne and still be satisfied with the replacement. Give it a chance. "

    happy parent wrote on Apr 18, 2008 10:28 AM:

    " To not our savior,

    You definately have a right to your opinion. For us who choose to stay, we are sorry to hear that your children will not attend St. Joseph School. I believe as for the enrollment dropping, if you check the records, you will probably find that the problem has been occurring over the past few years. How can you associate the drop with a priest who has been here for such a short time. Let's poll the people who left within the last 5 years. See what they have to say. "

    Please read the parish bulletin wrote on Apr 18, 2008 10:26 AM:

    " In response to the false information about the collections at St. John Church fallingpPlease read your bulletin. The collections have increased. There are more people in churh than before. Possibly you are going to church elsewhere and have not noticed. It would have been hard to have trouble with our previous priest as he did not want to rock the boat and gave full control of the school to Mrs. Hebert. How sad to condemn a priest who wants to take responsibility for what he needs to answer to the Diocese for. "

    Please grow up wrote on Apr 18, 2008 10:21 AM:

    " I think that any person who has a college degree and is a certified teacher and is working for wages that are below poverty level must have a serious self esteem issue. Maybe they work there because they have the freedom to do what they want to do. If they had to be accountable for leap testing, as do public school teachers, they would not have time to gossip about the priest, the children and their parents. Please grow up. "

    mary johnson wrote on Apr 18, 2008 9:13 AM:

    " I am not familiar with St. Joseph Elementary. Interesting! What happened between principal/pastor is unclear, but for whatever reason looks like she is choosing to leave. Seems if Mrs. Hebert truly loves the school, she will calm the hysteria and encourage the teachers to stay. Teachers who know they are doing a good job know they have nothing to worry about. To teachers leaving: Why are you fearful? Think/choose carefully. Don't make hasty decision. May regret. Looks like this school could use some changes. Isn't it about putting children first?? "

    not your savior wrote on Apr 18, 2008 8:34 AM:

    " to happy parent

    The benefit of St. Joseph school was a good education and also a good sense of community. One is being jeopardized and the other has been destroyed.

    As far as I'm concerned this man is insulting our community. We've never had problems with any other priest dealing with our school and church. School attendance is falling faster than it ever was. The collections in church have fallen by more than half. All within his first few months. I'd say he is doing a bang up job.

    "

    happy parent wrote on Apr 18, 2008 6:48 AM:

    " to not your savior, another point, would she do the same for you. I think not. Same point should be thought about by the teachers that are considering leaving because she is leaving. She would not leave her job for any of you. Think about what you do and why you are really doing it. But if you do choose to leave remember I have learned through many years of employment, ANYONE CAN BE REPLACED!!!! "

    happy parent wrote on Apr 18, 2008 6:39 AM:

    " to not your savior, that is your choice and your right is to choose. It will be your loss. It is ashamed that you won't allow you children the benefit of St. Joseph School because of the plight of one unsignificant person. You should think about that. It she that important in your life? More important to you then your child's well being? "

    happy parent wrote on Apr 18, 2008 6:35 AM:

    " to enough already, that is a good point. the same point could be made to the ones who are demeaning our priest. That suggestion should go to both sides. I believe had some not attacked him first I would have kept my thoughts to myself. Oh Well, when you put it out, I guess you get it back. You are right. I am really tired wasting my time and they should be too. "

    not your savior wrote on Apr 17, 2008 9:52 PM:

    " Let me start by saying, I attended St. Joseph school for seven years. Both of my parents graduated from St. Joe. My entire family attended school there. My nieces and nephews also attended. MY KIDS WILL NOT.

    The Hebert's have put more time and effort into this school than anyone in its history. It's much nicer now than it's ever been, thanks to the teachers and staff. It is ashame what he is doing to the school. The one decent thing this small town still has to offer. "

    Concerned Parent wrote on Apr 17, 2008 8:14 PM:

    " To concerned, but not involved:
    I'm sure that the enrollment numbers for next year will change. However 5 of the students leaving do not even pay tuition, One is the principal's daughter and the others are teacher's children. One of those teachers do pay partial but not full tuition. They will most likely be replaced with paying students which will benefit the school. As for the teachers, the two very qualified principal applicants will be able to bring in qualified teachers to replace the ones who decide to leave.Our disappointing "PAST" will be our bright "FUTURE". "

    light in the darkness pray wrote on Apr 17, 2008 6:39 PM:

    " Ms Corinne has been an incredible asset to St. Joseph School. Her faith and ability to lead and her keen sense of what people need will reverberate for many years to come. Hopefully another such leader will be assigned to take her place. Our children have been so blessed to be able to be entrusted to such a sensitive leader. She truely has spread the gospel with her example. I can understand why satan would want to attack this school. It is the essence of love and light in a community struggling to reclaim it's balance. "

    Alumni Grateful for the Amazing Faculty wrote on Apr 17, 2008 5:54 PM:

    " To Mrs. Corrine and the teachers at St.Joseph: The amount of dedication and heart you put into your low-paying jobs is clearly unappreciated by some, but not all. You are all the backbone of the family-like atmosphere that I and so many love. Because you all get along and work together so well the school is able to flourish. Never in all my schooling did I have more fair and loving teachers than at St.Joseph; teachers worthy of much more respect than this. Ignore the unchristian comments and try to love and educate the children of such hateful people.
    "

    sjs Graduate wrote on Apr 17, 2008 5:52 PM:

    " I have experienced Ms. Corinne and the faculty first hand and i was not very impressed by the way the situation was handled. I am very aware that there are clicks and always have been clicks since i was attending St. Joseph school. Clicks are still apart of the school till this day. If you don't see the clicks then you must be apart of them. I think that Father Jody is the best thing that has ever happened to this school. He need to clean the school out so that enrollment rise.
    Thanks have a nice Day!! "

    enough already wrote on Apr 17, 2008 5:46 PM:

    " To all those ready for a change:
    Dr. Hebert and some of the teachers are leaving. You all got what you wanted. Why do you feel the need to continue criticizing her. There is no need to be so judgemental, especially since you evidentally do not have all the facts. Be happy with the change and leave it at that and find something else better to do with your time. "

    happy parent wrote on Apr 17, 2008 4:11 PM:

    " Max, the topic was what is going on at St. Joseph School. The first comment condemned our priest. If you want this to stay on subject then speak to the first poster. I will defend our priest's character to anyone who tears him down with only their opinions. If you want to stay with the subject, no one knows the reason she will not sign the contract and actually its none of our business. There are two qualified applicants waiting to replace her. Actually I believe that it WAS her choice. "

    BE OPTIMISTIC wrote on Apr 17, 2008 3:41 PM:

    " If everyone would just think positive and have an open mind it could work. Everyone needs to stop acting as children and deal with what going on in the present not what might happen. "

    Max wrote on Apr 17, 2008 3:18 PM:

    " If it is not to my liking I will pull my child out. If you get enough people pulling there kids out you have to shut the school down. No one Knows why she is leaving and that is what the thread was about, stay on subject, no opinions needed just facts if you have them. Thank You. Max "

    happy parent wrote on Apr 17, 2008 2:11 PM:

    " No one mentioned a problem concerning discipline of children. That has never been a problem. The only problem with discipline is that certain children are not disciplined, you know that "special group". The school will start to grow when fair treatment to all is implemented. I say let the changes begin!!!!! "

    outsider looking in wrote on Apr 17, 2008 1:36 PM:

    " I am not affiliated with this school. I can see there are major leadership issues. It is very divided. A good leader will unite, not divide. "

    What? wrote on Apr 17, 2008 1:32 PM:

    " A comment to straight talk. Shame on you for trusting in Corinne over your own child. I wouldn't want to be your child. "

    Get Real wrote on Apr 17, 2008 1:29 PM:

    " A comment on the teachers. Perhaps the teachers are there because they don't want to have to really teach as one would in the public school system and be accountable. Maybe they take the pay cut for their security blanket, Corinne.
    Obviously so, or they wouldn't leave! "

    straightalk wrote on Apr 17, 2008 1:07 PM:

    " It is so understandable that someone in Ms.Hebert's position would be the target of much critism as well as praise. A person in her position has to discipline children from well adapted balanced families as well those from families where problems are everyone else's fault. I have had her discipline my children over the years and trust her integrity, professionalism and decison making completely. Additionally, after completeing 8th grade our children went on to CHS extremely well prepared. Thank you Mrs Hebert and teachers!!!!!!1 "

    St. JOE Allumi wrote on Apr 17, 2008 12:18 PM:

    " ST. Joe was a great school. But the reason the school was so great was becasue of the teachers and Miss.corinne . I was a new person at the school when i went their my 7th grade year i wasnt in the "CLICK" becasue their was no CLICK. I was made so welcome by the students and faculty.
    It is such a small school that everyone knows each other. Yes it is a school that has some problems every school has problems but Mrs. Corinne was always their to help. "

    self-determining wrote on Apr 17, 2008 12:02 PM:

    " I think it is important to realize that we are all christians and we want to be a part of a christian school. We all need to realize our children are watching and listening. Is this what we want to teach them? Judge people on what others had said about him? Or do we teach them to give people a chance and make decisions for ourselves based on our own experiences. I want to teach my children not to follow, but to lead, therefore we will stay at St.Joseph school and see for ourselves what is to come. "

    logically thinking wrote on Apr 17, 2008 11:51 AM:

    " I would like to comment on the situation at St.Joseph School. I would never leave a school or a job because of a problem that someone else has with another person. I use my own experiences to dictate what decisions I make for myself and my family. This conflict seems to be between Corinne and Father. A resignation letter in the middle of the year and hysterical teachers will cause chaos. This is what is crippling the school now, not anything I have seen Father do. If the current administrator cared about the school, she would have bowed out gracefully. "

    Uninvolved yet concerned wrote on Apr 17, 2008 10:37 AM:

    " It seems to me that any "manager" who comes in and almost immediately (not even a whole school term) makes sweeping changes, is following the "it's gonna be my way or the highway" philosophy. Sounds like this has happened with this priest before. Unfortunately, those who follow blindly, including the school board of the diocese, have perpetuated the premise that whatever the priest says has got to be right.

    Those teachers who are resigning as a result of Mrs. Hebert's resignation are dedicated, caring teachers...you'd have to be to stay on at the salary they are earning. "

    concerned parent wrote on Apr 17, 2008 10:28 AM:

    " I feel that everyone should spend more time and energy worring about our scchool and not what went on else where.I think St Joseph school is a wonderful school and just because we are losing our principal does not mean that the world will fall apart. That just means that the remaining parents will have to work a little harder and do a little more for the school. "

    Ecstatic Alumni wrote on Apr 17, 2008 8:45 AM:

    " As a former student of St. Joseph School I am pleased to hear of the much needed changes. I think it's pretty upsetting that new comers who enrolled their children within the last few years are quick to judge a school that's been running as a sorority house for as long as I can remember. I don't deny the education at St. Joseph is great but is it really worth the utter chaos that goes on within the teachers lounge? My parents were NOT in the clique and they made me very aware of it for 8 years. "

    concerned wrote on Apr 17, 2008 8:28 AM:

    " I think that people are reacting this way because they are scared of what " might" happen to the school. There are many schools around this area that have had many changes, very similar to our changes and their school is just fine and operating as they always have. Most people when thrown sudden changes and new ideas will be very hesitate to accept them. I think given the chance Father Jody can make some very good and positive changes for St. Joe. "

    enough already wrote on Apr 17, 2008 8:20 AM:

    " Yes Mrs Hebert is a good principal, but there are many good principals out there.St Joseph school is a catholic school and we should all act as a catholic and not judge anyone. Everyone deserves a fair chance.If St Joseph had more leaders than followers maybe this would not be happening.I think if anyone is not happy with father Jody and the way he is doing things maybe they should not continue to send thier children to St Joseph school. "

    happy parent wrote on Apr 17, 2008 8:00 AM:

    " Why are the teacher leaving? Seems to me the school the IS children NOT the person running the school. Maybe they were there because of the comfort of never being wrong, since Ms. Hebert always had a directive that the teacher was always right. Is it the comfort of never having to answer to anyone that will be the difference. If they were their for the children Ms. Hebert's leaving would make no difference. If they were doing their jobs they have nothing to worry about. Are they losing their comfort zone????? "

    You should know the truth wrote on Apr 16, 2008 10:10 PM:

    " To the person who commented that the teachers who are leaving were not there for the right reason: Considering the fact that many of the teachers have been there for twelve or more years and are earning wages that place them below the poverty level, you must be kidding! Be honest, would you work for practically nothing?? Who would do this if they were not truly dedicated! If his intentions are good why are we faced with lies and deception? It boils down to a big ego, a bad temper, and lack of a conscience. "

    outraged wrote on Apr 16, 2008 9:15 PM:

    " This entire situation is tragic. Our principal has been FORCED to resign by a priest who decided that he could come in and do whatever he pleases. Perhaps some of the others that have posted negative responses directed at our wonderful principal should check into the priest's history. He did the same thing in Lafayette at St. Genevieve. The principal was not only forced to resign, he threw boxes at her and escorted her off campus with two police officers then lied about it. What a kind christian person he has proven to be. "

    concerned, but not involved wrote on Apr 16, 2008 6:08 PM:

    " What a coincidence that all three responses defending the changes were made just minutes apart. Perhaps when the enrollment numbers for next year are realized, as well as the shortage of educators to teach the few remaining, we will know exactly what impact this change has made. I have no interest in the current situation at St. Joe except for appreciation of its' past, and unfortunately I feel that that is exactly what it will be left: only a past..... "

    So SORRY I HAD TO LEAVE wrote on Apr 16, 2008 2:11 PM:

    " CHANGE IS GREAT!
    SOMETIMES FOR THE BEST AND WE CAN'T SEE IT!
    I was forced to leave St. Joseph School. My reasons were based on "poor management" decisions made by "PRINCIPAL/MRS. HEBERT". All the years of my financial support and devotion to the school was for the best interest of my child and the love for St. Joseph School.God forbid don't confront her with a concern, she may never get back with you.St.Joseph needs to be run like a Business and not like "THE BEST FRIENDS" Club. Give Fr. Jody a chance to turn this "LIL TREASURE" around. "

    Oh yeah wrote on Apr 16, 2008 1:37 PM:

    " If you think the current principal at St. Joseph School has "caring at a spiritual level for al she comes into contact with" you must be one of the click that she caters to. My child was treated very unfairly by this principal and I for one will be glad to see a change made. "

    gloating parent wrote on Apr 16, 2008 12:56 PM:

    " I am so happy of the change that is taking place at St. Joe. I wish this priest was here long ago. All of the people that are leaving, good riddins. The "click" will finally be dissolved. Hopefully the new princple will be a great asset to the school for the right reasons. If the enrollment picks up, then you know where the problem lied, in the administration. THANK GOD,for the "NEW PRIEST",god willing he will make the school what it should be, A CATHOLIC school not a private one.
    "

    finally a change wrote on Apr 16, 2008 12:43 PM:

    " I personally intended to pull my child this year. Whey I saw the changes Father Jody was making, along with the fact that Ms. Hebert was leaving, I decided to keep my child there. I am very excited to see St. Joseph school get a fresh start. It was just what it needed. Teachers and Principal now have someone to answer to. This is a GOOD THING. I believe the school will now be able to become the treasure that it once was. "

    happy parent wrote on Apr 16, 2008 12:37 PM:

    " The new priest is very experienced in turning around local catholic schools that have been in trouble. Our school has been falling in enrollment for many years. Many have been asked to leave by Ms. Hebert, who apparently feels that it has become her school. Many thanks to God for sending us Father Jody!!!!! "

    Concerned Parent wrote on Apr 16, 2008 11:17 AM:

    " Corinne was not forced to resign, it was her choice. Seems to me she does not like having to answer to anyone. All these years she has had total control of the school, and now she has to answer to the priest. I think he will do wonderful things for the school. As for the faculty and students who are planning to leave, evidently they are not there for the right reason.
    "

    not surprised wrote on Apr 16, 2008 10:56 AM:

    " Maybe someone should question why the school is constantly losing students. Maybe Mrs. Hebert is not the greatest person to be principal at the school. Maybe it took an outsider to notice that changes should be made. I think a handful of people are making a big deal out of a principal leaving. Principals leave schools everyday. The world does not end. Maybe a change is needed. "

    Concerned parent wrote on Apr 16, 2008 10:26 AM:

    " St. Joseph School is a wonderful school. My children attend this school and I love it. With or without changes, St. Joseph School will be there for a long time. Change is not always a bad thing. Our students do need to be challenged more, and have more technology-based classes. The size of the school should not hold us back from our students excelling in the area of technology. If your heart is at this school, you and your family will stay at the school. A faculty change won't chase you away. "

    Concerned wrote on Apr 15, 2008 9:04 PM:

    " Unfortunately, St. Joe does appear to be losing perhaps the most qualified educator/Principal it could hope for. In addition, countless other students and faculty will surely follow. Considering what these individuals earn, one can only assume that their desire to educate is driven not by financial gain but out of love for educating and continuing a time-honored tradition. It is truly sad that a school with such a treasured history for so many has fallen victim to such a huge, self-treasured ego of only one. "

    me wrote on Apr 12, 2008 8:11 AM:

    " From what I can tell the new priest has a real chip on his shoulder in dealing with a female in any position of authority. He knows the book and makes sure that whenever he crosses the line to do what he wants he can find some obscure rule to make sure he just gets a little heat and not the full wrath. Mrs. Hebert has built a school through openess, caring at a spiritual level for all she comes into contact with and a genuine knowledge of education. It took less than one year for this to be destroyed "

    Immunse wrote on Apr 11, 2008 5:35 AM:

    " Hello!
    Your site is just amazing!
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