Saint Joseph's Middle School Viewbook

Your Journey Starts Here

Our institution stands as a beacon of excellence, dedicated to nurturing curious minds and shaping the leaders of tomorrow within the framework of faithful Catholic education. Recognized by The Cardinal Newman Society for our unwavering commitment to upholding the standards of authentic Catholic teaching, we invite you to embark on a transformative journey that will ignite your passions and empower you to thrive in an ever-evolving global landscape.

Saint Joseph's Catholic School is where you can unlock your potential in an inspiring community driven by knowledge, innovation, creativity, and faith.

AT SAINT JOSEPH’S CATHOLIC SCHOOL, WE STRIVE TO FORM THE MINDS, HEARTS, AND SOULS IN THE LIKENESS OF CHRIST.

You Belong

When you walk in, you’ll know everybody is working under the same purpose and helping build you into a better person.

NOAH WATTS (’23)

Our campus is a dynamic hub that brings together students from 37 different zip codes, 24 cities, and six counties, creating a truly multicultural and socioeconomically diverse community. This rich tapestry of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives fosters an environment where students learn not only from textbooks but from each other’s unique journeys.

To assist with creating a culture of belonging, we have developed the Saint Joseph’s Way, an educational approach that believes Christ is actively present and able to fulfill the spiritual needs of our students. We begin by asking Christ to reveal Himself within the school and then strive to recognize signs of His presence within the community.

AS YOU STEP INTO SAINT JOSEPH’S CATHOLIC SCHOOL, YOU ARE ENTERING A PLACE WHERE EACH STUDENT’S

HOUSE PROGRAM

The student body is divided into four Houses that come together for activities, competition, and camaraderie. Households promote the school’s mission by providing greater care to all students as individuals while strengthening a sense of community.

WE HAVE CRAFTED OUR

Sixth Grade Academy

TO SEAMLESSLY GUIDE STUDENTS THROUGH THE CRITICAL TRANSITION FROM ELEMENTARY TO MIDDLE SCHOOL.

The sixth grade represents a pivotal moment in your child’s educational journey, and our Academy is meticulously designed to ensure a smooth and successful transition. Here, your child will thrive in a purposefully crafted environment, led by passionate and devoted educators who are committed to fostering a nurturing atmosphere that ignites your child’s passion for learning.

Discover the exceptional educational opportunity at our middle school, where we proudly offer single-gender classroom instruction. Extensive educational research unequivocally demonstrates that embracing the timehonored Catholic tradition of separating boys and girls during the middle school years brings forth remarkable academic, formative, and social benefits.

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SAINT JOSEPH'S

Fine Arts Program

PROVIDES A COMPREHENSIVE VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS CURRICULUM FOR STUDENTS.

By developing a sense of creative exploration at a young age, students discover new interests through over 30 art classes and programs offered at Saint Joseph’s. Expert faculty guide students to develop and display their talents in performing, visual, and digital art.

Course Offerings:

 ART

 BAND

 CHORUS

 STRINGS

 ENCORE! AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM

 THEATRE

 WOODWORKING

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GUIDED BY OUR MISSION,

Saint Joseph’s Athletics

PROVIDES OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS TO HONE THEIR ATHLETIC ABILITIES

WHILE DEVELOPING IMPORTANT, TRANSFERABLE LIFE SKILLS, INCLUDING TEAMWORK, SPORTSMANSHIP, LEADERSHIP, AND PERSEVERANCE.

Students participate in sports in the Carolina Middle School Conference (CMSC). SJCS offers sixth grade and middle school teams.

Girls Sports:

 CHEERLEADING

 CROSS COUNTRY

 VOLLEYBALL

 BASKETBALL

 LACROSSE

 SOCCER

Boys Sports:

 CROSS COUNTRY

 FOOTBALL

 BASKETBALL

 WRESTLING

 BASEBALL

ADDITIONAL SPORTS OFFERED IN HIGH SCHOOL: GOLF, SWIMMING, TENNIS, SOFTBALL, AND TRACK & FIELD.

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Faith Formation

AT SAINT JOSEPH’S IS THE HEART OF OUR EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM.

The most important questions in life cannot be answered by science, technology, money, or success.

Our “ultimate questions” can only be asked and answered in relationships and faith.

 100+ OPPORTUNITIES TO RECEIVE THE SACRAMENTS

 180+ CAMPUS MINISTRY CLASS DAYS, RETREATS, & MEETINGS

 MASS, THE ROSARY, AND CONFESSIONS OFFERED WEEKLY

TWO ALUMNI SERVING AS PRIESTS

OTHER ALUMNI CURRENTLY IN RELIGIOUS FORMATION (Franciscans and Dominicans)

SEVERAL ALUMNI WORKING WITH FOCUS, JESUIT VOLUNTEER CORPS, REGNUM CHRISTI MISSION CORPS, CATHOLIC CHARITIES, AND DIOCESAN OFFICES

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Groups

Next Steps

■ SUBMIT AN APPLICATION

■ COMPLETE THE ADMISSIONS TEST

■ SUBMIT ONE TEACHER RECOMMENDATION FORM

■ SUBMIT RECORDS REQUEST FORMS

■ COMPLETE THE INTERVIEW PROCESS

St. Joseph’s School Prayer

Glorious Saint Joseph, spouse of the Immaculate Virgin and Foster-Father of Jesus Christ; obtain for me and all the members of my family, a pure, humble, and charitable mind, and perfect resignation to the Divine Will.

Be my guide and model throughout life that I may merit to die as you did in the arms of Jesus and Mary.

Help us, Saint Joseph, in our earthly strife, to fulfill our responsibilities and ever to lead a pure and sinless life.

AMEN.