The Full Story
Our Catholic-based, challenging academic program has many benefits when considering a school for your child. We offer a personalized experience for students that is highly interactive and puts children on a path to success.
Why St. Joseph Catholic?
Welcoming Community
Buddy Program:
We are proud of our community spirit and are pleased to offer a warm and welcoming environment for our young students as they advance through St. Joseph's.
The Big Buddy Program pairs older students with younger while they attend Mass and participate in other activities throughout the school year. Learn More >
"Service. Charity. Compassion."
Community Service
St. Joseph School and its students are always looking for ways to help serve others both inside and outside the school. Throughout the year, St. Joseph students participate in several service activities and fundraisers focused on helping others and our community. Learn More >
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Opportunities for Parents
There are countless opportunities for parents to get involved at St. Joseph Catholic School. Learn More >
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Catholic Values and Faith Formation
Catholic values and Faith Formation are emphasized in all spiritual, educational, and extracurricular activities at St. Joseph Catholic School. Learn More >
All-Day Academic Kindergarten
Our full-day Kindergarten program offers curriculum-based instruction balanced with enrichment activities for a well-rounded education. Learn More >
All-Day Preschool for 3 and 4 year olds
Our Preschool program prepares for success in Kindergarten in a fun, engaging, and faith-building environment. Learn More >
Top-Notch
Academic Enrichment Programs
STEM Curriculum
STEM Curriculum for PreK-8th exposes students to science, technology, engineering, arts, and math in fun and engaging ways.
Art
Students are exposed to creative opportunities in various mediums and areas of self-expression which are further enriched with Art History and examples of accomplished artists. Learn More >
Music
Fundamentals of music are taught through experimental learning with hands-on activities that include singing, playing instruments, and moving to music.
Students highlight what they have learned at two concerts per year, one at Christmas and one in the Spring.
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Sports & Extracurricular Activities
Physical Education
Physical Education occurs twice weekly for each student.
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Grades K-3 cover locomotor skills while Grades 4-8 play team sports, individual sports, and cooperative games.
Sports Program
St. Joseph is blessed to offer Raven basketball and cheerleading, and to co‑op with Salisbury R‑IV for all other sports, including football, cross country, softball, and track.
Extracurricular
Activities
A variety of activities allow students to pursue interests such as Band, Church Choir, Student Council, Bellarmine Speech, Quiz Bowl, and more! Learn More >
Extended Care Program
Kayla Bixenman,
Aftercare Director
Leslie Strodtman,
Aftercare Assistant
The Extended Care Program is a convenient option for families that need child supervision after school hours.
Hot Lunch Program
St. Joseph School offers a delicious hot lunch program. A salad bar option is provided on Fridays for students in Grades 3-8.
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St. Joseph School's hot lunch program is mandatory, unless your child can provide a note from a medical doctor citing a specific food allergy.
Jessica Kallmeyer,
Food Service Assistant
Darcy Fessler,
Food Service Director
Personalized Approach to Learning
St. Joseph Catholic School offers one classroom for each grade with an average class size of 14.3 students.
One Teacher's Aide supports PreK, and another supports each class as needed.
Tradition of Excellence
In every grade level that tested, our students scored above the national average on the Iowa Standardized Test.