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St. Joseph Catholic School
555 Saint Joseph Lane
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Phone Numbers
School: 636.391.1253
Fax: 636.391.1462 -
School Hours
Monday: 7:30am-3:00pm
Tuesday: 7:30am-3:00pm
Wednesday: 7:30am-3:00pm
Thursday: 7:30am-3:00pm
Friday: 7:30am-3:00pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed -
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Why St. Joseph School?
At St. Joseph School, our philosophy is based on values that focus on the holistic education of our students in a safe, community environment with the ultimate goal of providing a firm Christian foundation for each child’s future. Your child will benefit from an education based on academics, faith, service and community growth:
Our Academics
St. Joseph students score 28 percentile points above the national average on the Iowa Test of Basic Skills (averaging over 78th percentile as a class average).
Our school’s higher academic standards are demonstrated by the grading scale (ie: 75% is graded as a D at St. Joseph and as a C+ in the local public schools).
The Accelerated Math Program in grades 2-6 allows students to be challenged and learn at their own pace.
Our school’s broad-based curricula includes Art, Music, Physical Education and Spanish.
A Full-time learning consultant and a part-time reading specialist are on staff to assist students with learning disabilities.
6th, 7th and 8th Grade students take an elective of their choice each semester. Electives include physical activity, artistic and academic classes that are both educational and fun.
The school’s advanced technology includes Smart Boards in every classroom, a wireless network, a mobile iPad lab and technology integrated into lesson plans.
Faith
Prayer is an integral part of each school day. There are weekly Masses by grade level, bi-monthly all-school Masses and special celebrations such as parent and grandparent Masses.
Faith formation for the sacraments of Reconciliation, Eucharist and Confirmation are incorporated into our curriculum.
Faith-filled activities including the Blessing of Pets, Living Rosary, Stations of the Cross, All Saints Mass and others reinforce Catholic teachings and values.
Service
Each grade participates in service to our community in annual, age-appropriate service projects.
Dress down days and other fundraising activities are held to benefit charitable causes.
The students also serve each other including: 8th grade and Kindergarten buddies, 4th and 1st grade reading buddies, 7th and 2nd grade prayer buddies and special duties for older students.
Community
Our smaller school community and small class sizes provide more personal attention and greater interaction with faculty, staff, administration, other students and clergy.
Students and their families share common values that are reinforced by the school in both words and actions.
High standards of behavior are expected of all students with an emphasis on mutual respect. -
A note from the pastor
I know that there are many different options for parents to consider as they try to make the best choice possible for their child’s education. I would love to share with you quickly therefore my vision of the future of St. Joseph’s School and to invite you to feel free to discuss with me any questions you might have.
Having been assigned in the past to parishes with Catholic Schools, I know that there can be many rumors floating around about a school in regards to its viability. I want to assure you that I am committed to doing everything in my power to keeping St. Joseph’s School open and so I am excited to announce that we will not be raising tuition next year. In fact, we will be lowering the tuition for families with two or more children attending or K-8 program. Our parish, because of generous benefactors and our Beyond Sunday campaign, also has a variety of ways to provide financial aid to families in need. Please do not hesitate to approach me with a request for financial aid.
I also want to assure you that we are committed to providing your children the best education (Catholic or Public) in the area. We are a school that uses technology extensively in our classrooms and our newly created Middle School program helps prepare our children for high school.
In conclusion, I would like to let you know, that Saint Joseph School has a long tradition of promoting excellence in academics, encouraging spiritual growth, and assisting in the formation of students in…
MIND…
Every student has the potential to succeed and with a comprehensive academic environment conducive to educational reflection and study, as found in our classroom, students are given a strong foundation on which to build bright academic futures.
HEART…
“It is not the magnitude of our actions but the amount of love that is put into them that matters.”–Mother Teresa
Catholic education fosters a sense of community and an abiding understanding of the importance of service to others. With a focus on actively living one’s faith and providing an example of character to others in daily life, St. Joseph School assists students in realizing their own personal gifts and learning to value the contribution of others.
& SPIRIT…
Whether it is on the field of competition or in celebration of a job well done, Saint Joseph School invites students to strive for excellence in all that is undertaken, to challenge their perceptions of limitations, and to exceed them.
St. Joseph Catholic School welcomes students of all backgrounds and faiths to experience the comprehensive education of mind, heart & spirit. Consider your student’s academic career a success story waiting to be written. Consider the possibilities and potential waiting to be realized. Choose St. Joseph School.
Thank you and God bless
Fr. Tom Pastorius
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School Administrative Staff
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Greg Sturgillgsturgillsjmschool.educationPrincipal
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Kerry Perrierkperriersjmschool.educationAdministrative Assistant
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Donna Carrolldcarrollsjmschool.educationSchool Secretary
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Julie Quillojquillostjoemanchester.orgCoordinator of Ministries and School Liturgist
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