About Our School
Why Choose Saint Joseph Regional School?
“Every education teaches a philosophy; if not by dogma than by suggestion, by implication, by atmosphere”. (G.K. Chesterton, The Common Man)
Academic Excellence: Through high standards, strong motivation, and effective discipline, Saint Joseph Regional School guarantees an exceptional education in an environment of loving kindness. Students of St. Joseph Regional School perform above the national averages on standardized tests. Our faculty and curricula are in a continuous process of evaluation, certification, and accreditation. Teachers are required to meet the 100 hours of professional development mandated by the State of New Jersey, and as Catholic educators also receive an additional 56 hours of professional development in the field of Religion. The school is Middle States Accredited and a Star School of the Paterson Diocese.
Catholic Identity: St. Joseph Regional School recognizes that as a community of learners, students should be seeking God in all things. They grow to understand the basis of their faith and their responsibilities as members of that faith community. Our students practice daily prayer, attend Mass and prayer services regularly, and are prepared to reeive the sacraments. St. Joseph School has a flourishing Mission Club that encourages all students to live the Gospel.
Collaboration: At St. Joseph Regional School we foster a family atmosphere wherein mutual respect and trust exists among faculty, staff, parents, volunteers, and students. As a community of faith, all work together for the integrated education of the young.
Smart Investment: St. Joseph Regional School represents affordable excellence. The tuition is well below the per capita costs budgeted by the public schools. The cost is aided by the sending parishes and fundraising. By combining high-quality academic instruction with religious faith and values, Saint Joseph Regional school prepares today’s students for tomorrow’s challenges.
School Profile:
At Saint Joseph Regional School we stress the importance of establishing in our students a solid foundation in Mathematics, English, Science, Technology and Religion. Our teachers focus on the fundamentals needed to succeed in today’s world utilizing well established pedagogy while integrating innovative supplemental techniques to enhance greater creativity and learning in their students.
Saint Joseph graduates entering area public high schools, Pop John High School and Blair Academy consistently score and rank above their peers.
SJRS Offers:
* Computer Classes K-8
* Advanced Math Program for qualified children in grades 4-8
* Honors Algebra I and Freshman Physical Earth Science at Pope John High School
* Polyvision/Smart Boards
* FOSS Kits
* Science Lab
* Wireless Mobile Computer Lab with 30 laptops
* Spanish Classes K-8
Our Students Participate in:
* The John Hopkins Center for Talented Youth Program
* Math Counts
* New Jersey Math League
* Catholic Junior High Math Honors Division Competition
* Academic Bowl
* Solar Sprints and e-cybermission program sponsored by the United States Army
Activities:
* Boys and Girls Basketball & Running Club
* Chess Team – Sussex County Champion since 1999
* Young Readers Club, Dance Club, Mission Club
* Solar Sprints
* Newspaper and Yearbook
* Boy Scouts & Brownies
* Student Council & Safety Patrol
* Christmas Play, Spring Musical, Band Concert
Awards and Accomplishments:
* Academically our students consistently score high on standardized tests.
* Saint Joseph 8th grad students rank top in the county in Math, Language Arts, and Reading on the COOP Tests (Catholic high school entrance exams).
* Many Saint Joseph graduates have received Bloustein Scholar and 2000 Club Awards.
* Saint Joseph Regional School graduates who are senior at Pope John High School have already been accepted early decision for the 2009-2010 school year at outstanding colleges such as: University of Notre Dame, Lehigh University and Boston College.
* 100% of St. Joseph Regional students have been accepted to Pope John High School for the 2009-2010 school year.
* Saint Joseph Regional School Graduates:
- Have received four year scholarships to Cornell University
- Have been valedictorian and salutatorian of their graduating class
- Have attended West Point and the Naval Academy
- Are local businessmen, lawyers and doctors.