ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
SCHOOL PHILOSOPHY STATEMENTS
St. Joseph’s School has a set of philosophy statements that articulates the principles, beliefs, and core values of our educational program.
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Christian values and the Catholic faith are an essential part of our students’ lives.
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Each member of our school community contributes to the development of the whole child.
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All students have the right to a safe and respectful school environment.
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We strive to accommodate the needs of all learners.
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Family partnership is vital to the success of our students and our school.
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Our school is a fundamental part of St. Joseph’s Parish, participating in worship and parish activities.
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We guide our students to recognize the gifts God have given them, and we encourage them to share these gifts through service to others.
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We work in cooperation with the educational community of Grand Rapids and other area schools.
Educational Programs & Policies
Accreditation
St. Joseph Catholic School is accredited by the Minnesota Nonpublic School Accrediting Association (MNSAA) and annual reports are submitted to this agency in order to meet association standards. The School Strategic Plan can be viewed here.
Curriculum
Curriculum outcomes at
St. Joseph's Catholic School follows the curriculum outcomes of the Diocese of Duluth. These outcomes can be viewed here.
Instruction
Instruction is the process of delivering the school’s curriculum to students. Teachers help students learn and enable them to develop meaningful use of concepts and skills. The teachers also foster the development of attitudes, understanding, and values by students. The teachers establish an environment, the accessibility to resources, and the facilitation of experiences that support all learners in constructing and exhibiting knowledge.
Academic Progress
Throughout the school year, progress is evaluated on an on-going basis through assignments and projects, teacher observation, subject area testing, and aptitude test scores (NWEA).
