Forming joyful disciples of Jesus Christ
As students transition to middle school at Saint Joseph, they move into their own separated space in our building. Our middle school program moves from the homeroom setting of the elementary grades to a structure that features academic specialists teaching each subject area. Students benefit from this team of teachers working with them during the three years of middle school.
As a Catholic school, faith is at the heart of all that we do and teach.
Our Middle School students:
Participate in weekly liturgies
Receive daily religious instruction
Participate in Community service and retreats
Middle school students are given additional responsibilities and we look to them to be leaders and role models for our younger students. Leadership opportunities include:
Student Council
Buddy Program with younger students
Student announcers, song leaders, musicians at liturgies and greeters at open houses
The Middle School curriculum at Saint Joseph Catholic School is designed to advance academic competency and confidence, while increasing accountability. We place special emphasis on preparing our students for high school and believe excellence is achieved by setting high standards, providing appropriate instructional methods and monitoring achievement.
Core curriculum classes include:
Religion
Language Arts (Communication Skills and Literature)
Mathematics, Science (STEAM)
Social Studies
Specialty subjects are:
Spanish
Art
Music elective (Choir, Band, or General Music)
Physical Education and Health