Saint Joseph Academy
Traditional, Classical, Catholic Education
Scire, Amare, et Servire Deo
Student Clubs
Grade School & Middle School
Altar Boy Program
Grade School Band
Grade School Choir
Grade School Little Flowers
Grade School Science Fairs
Grade School Student Art Program
Grade School Works Of Mercy
Middle School Associated Student Body
The Altar Boy Program is open to all boys, grades five and older who have a desire to serve our Lord during Mass as an Altar boy. Many priestly vocations come from the altar. Altar boys help the priest during the Holy Mass with the books, censer and candles. This requires that the boys be responsible and disciplined as well as knowledgeable as to the order of the Mass.
Students must be in good standing with the school and be committed to maintaining reverence.
Students will serve school Masses, on and off campus, on a rotating schedule. The boys are taught Altar serving techniques. Initial training is completed at the beginning of the year.
Devotion to the Holy Eucharist is encouraged and emphasized.
An end of the year luncheon is celebrated with the Altar boys and advisor.
St. Joseph Academy has contracted with Paul Effmen Music Service to offer Band Instrument instruction to our students. The school band presents an end of the year performance of various musical scores for the students, staff and family members of SJA.
Band Director name/contact info: Mr. Dave Pschaida Cell #: 619-756-4240
For more information:
www.pauleffmanmusic.com
The SJA Choir consists of SJA students, grades 4-12, who sing at school Masses and various school events.
In keeping with traditional music that reflects the traditions, beauty and compliments Holy Mass, our hymns all come from the Adoramus Hymnal.
"Little Flowers Girls' Club® is a Catholic program for girls ages 5 and up based on learning Catholic virtues through the lives of Catholic saints, Scripture and the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Developed by a Catholic mom of nine, Rachel Watkins, and based on Fr. Lasance's Catholic Girls' Guide, the Club strives to bring the Catholic faith alive and inspire the girls to become authentic Catholic women. Nine virtues are included in each of three different wreaths or years of study. A fourth year, studying the fruits of the Spirit is also available. Badges for the virtues are earned by studying the saint associated with the virtue, memorizing relevant scripture verses and studying the Catechism".
Grades K-6 hold a "Science Fair" where each grade has a different topic of science investigation for the students to conduct and present. Students in grades 7 and 8 are required to produce Science Fair project based upon the criteria that the Greater San Diego Science and Engineering Fair requires. We have an average of 4-6 entries each year in this Fair, with three winners chosen to go to the State Fair. The Science Fair projects of 7-8 grades are presented to the parents on "Science Fair Night". Students display their projects and are available for questioning and comments by parents.
St. Joseph Academy has a unique program, Arts Attack, in grades K-8. Students are exposed to famous artists and their art on a weekly basis through our "Art in Action" program. Selected works of art are explained to the students and then the students are given the opportunity to replicate the piece through different mediums. Art classes offer hands on activities that allow the students to see the accomplishments of their efforts. The students' art projects are showcased annually at the end of the year.
One of the goals of SJA is to form apostles of Christ, these are students who not only know their Faith, but live it as well. The school has developed a "Works of Mercy" program where many of our K-12 students come together on a weekly basis to get "hands on" experience by directly helping many different members of our community. It is our hope and prayer that when they graduate, they will continue to participate in these activities and serve Christ, as He has commanded us.
A few of the activities the students are involved in are: visiting the elderly at nursing homes; providing, preparing, and serving meals to the homeless, as well as cleaning and preparing housing units for them; praying the Rosary for the unborn babies outside a local abortion clinic; working the phone banks for pro-life ballot issues; helping disabled children by becoming involved in activi-ties such as horse therapy; and raising money for Bibles for prisoners. The students also work together with the local Knights of Columbus to help the mentally disabled by taking part in selling and distributing Tootsie Rolls for their yearly drive. The students take joy in seeing the difference they make in the lives they are touching through these activities.
The Middle School Associated Student Body (ASB) of St. Joseph Academy promotes the interests and welfare of the school, its students, and the community. Membership is open to all middle school students. Participating students are expected to take an active part in representing the interest and concerns of the student body in school matters.
Consider running for class office or class representative and make a positive difference at SJA!
Responsibilities:
attending meetings during and/or outside the school day
helping at various functions including orientation and open house
work with advisor to plan class activities such as Spirit Days
assist in the Morning Announcements
plan fundraisers and community drives
If you are interested in being a part of student council, pick up a Declaration of Candidacy form from Mr. Kerekes. Submit this form by the required date, type up a short speech, have it approved by the adviser, and you are well on your way to making a difference at St. Joseph Academy.
High School
Associated Student Body
Catholic Athletes For Christ
Crusaders For Life
Drama Club
Great Outdoors Club
Harvey Club
National Honor Society
Principal's Council
St. Paul Street Evangelization Club
Yearbook
The High School Associated Student Body (ASB) of St. Joseph Academy promotes the interests and welfare of the school, its students, and the community. Membership is open to all students. Participating students are expected to take an active part in representing the interest and concerns of the student body in school matters.
Consider running for class office or class representative and make a positive difference at SJA!
Responsibilities:
- attending meetings during and/or outside the school day
- helping at various functions including orientation and open house
- work with advisor to plan class activities such as Spirit Days and Pep Rallies
- anchor the Morning Announcements (Senior Class Officers only)
- plan dances, fundraisers and community drives
If you are interested in being a part of student council, pick up a Declaration of Candidacy form from Miss Aust. Submit this form by the required date (spring for rising sophomores through seniors, early fall for frosh), type up a short speech, have it approved by the adviser, and you are well on your way to making a difference at St. Joseph Academy.
High School athletes attend "Catholic Athletes for Christ" meeting every 2 weeks to discuss the connection between sports and virtues.
SJA High School athletes join in with Catholic Athletes for Christ meetings to discuss the connection between sports and virtues, while enjoying a home made breakfast every other Wednesday morning before school begins. Please visit Catholic Athletes for Christ to learn more about this organization.
St. Joseph Academy High School's Crusaders for Life Club embraces and endorses our Holy Father's statement in his encyclical The Gospel of Life:
"Abortion and euthanasia are crimes, which no human law can claim to legitimize. There is no
obligation in conscience to obey such laws; instead there is a grave and clear obligation to oppose
them by conscientious objection. In the case of an intrinsically unjust law, such as a law permitting
abortion or euthanasia, it is therefore never licit to obey it, or to ëtake part in a propaganda
campaign in favor of such a law, or vote for it" Pope John Paul II (The Gospel of Life, No. 72).
Our goal is to educate, promote and support all areas of Pro-Life work from conception to natural death.
- We meet every 2 weeks at lunch to present a Pro-Life issue/topic and the Catholic perspective to our members and guests. We will plan activities each month to educate our community and support Pro-Life groups/activities.
- Members will wear "Life Guard" t-shirts.
- Provide literature for a "Pro-Life" Library at school
- Provide "Pro-Life" bumper stickers to families
- Members will be given "Little Feet" pins to wear.
- Crusaders for Life will be present at various events throughout the year to promote education and support for Pro-Life issues.
Resources
The Saint Joseph Academy High School Drama Club put on three productions of "The Smallest of All", a play about the life of St. Bernadette, at the Avo Theater in San Marcos. The play was a great success and was well-received by the audiences.
The Great Outdoors Club endeavors to foster an appreciation for outdoor activities, while demonstrating how God reveals Himself throughout His creation. Members will learn skills associated with various outdoor activities such as fishing, setting up camp, snorkeling, horseback riding, kayaking and snowboarding. Appreciation for God's creation will be fostered, as well as being good stewards of the resources that God has supplied. Guest speakers and presentations regarding outdoor activities will be incorporated throughout the year.
Club members will also put together and promote "Homeless lunch bags" sales to SJA families. "Homeless lunch bags": Each bag will contain a juice drink, non-perishable protein foods, dessert and information on homeless shelters in the area. A holy card expressing God's love will also be included. Each bag will be sold for $3.00 (at cost- no profit). These may be kept in one's car and given out to the needy when the opportunity arises.
Our Patron Saint is Blessed Giorgio Frasatti. All Great Outdoors Club members join the PACT. All members will receive a PACT armband and commit to praying daily "The Prayer for the Courage to be Great":
"Heavenly Father,
Give me the courage to strive for the highest goals,
to flee every temptation to be mediocre.
Enable me to aspire to greatness, as Pier Giorgio did,
and to open my heart with joy to Your call to holiness.
Free me from the fear of failure.
I want to be, Lord, firmly and forever united to You.
Grant me the graces I ask You through Pier Giorgio's intercession.
by the merits of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
Amen."
Members will also commit to doing one act of charity per day.
Mission Statement:
The Harvey Club will regularly expose students to the cultural depth of the Western tradition. Students will explore classic film, theater, dance, art, and music, thereby developing an affinity for these diverse expressions of a Western identity. In short, the Harvey Club is dedicated to developing an appreciation for the miracles that are leaning on lampposts and going unnoticed every day…
Membership Criteria:
The Harvey Club will be open to all high school students (grades 9-12).
The Harvey Club
To develop an appreciation for the miracles that are leaning on lampposts and going unnoticed every day…
Please read through the following procedures and FAQs for information regarding membership in NHS. If you have any questions or comments please e-mail, Paul Kerekes, the NHS Advisor.
GOAL:
For student leaders to represent their classmates’ “voice” by providing input to the Principal to be considered in the planning and daily operations of the school.
MEETINGS:
The third Tuesday at lunch time in room 202. Meeting begins promptly five minutes after the lunch bell. Snacks are provided, and lunch may be eaten during the meeting.
CLASS REPRESENTATIVES:
Students nominate representatives, and they may nominate themselves. Three representatives from each grade level that are not serving on ASB are selected. Selections are made by the Principal. Selections are based on the content of the nomination forms with a view towards creating a vibrant and effective Principal Council that reflects, as much as possible, all High School students and their varied interests.
WHAT:
Class Representatives will solicit input from classmates on a variety of subjects that include, but are not limited to: student events/activities, school facilities, dress code, school calendar, class scheduling, course content, homework load and school spirit. Representatives present topics that are placed on the agenda before each meeting.
SOME PAST ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
- Study Halls
- Independent Study Mondays
- Extending off-campus lunch
- Homework load adjustments
- Clock in locker area
- Adding a 4th dance (February)
- More sweatshirt & shoe colors
- Adding SJA hat, scarves & gloves
- Adding school/class ring
St. Joseph Academy High School will be starting a new club: St. Paul Evangelization Club. We will meet on a bi-weekly basis to discuss various apologetics topics and how to evangelize our Catholic Faith to others. We will be taking field trips to participate in actual Street Evangelization with the San Diego outreach.
St. Paul Street Evangelization is a grassroots, non-profit Catholic evangelization organization, dedicated to responding to the mandate of Jesus to preach the Gospel to all nations by taking our Catholic Faith to the streets. We do this in a non-confrontational way, allowing the Holy Spirit to move in the hearts of those who witness our public Catholic presence.
As an on-the-street Catholic evangelization organization, St. Paul Street Evangelization provides an avenue for you to share the Person of Jesus Christ and the truth and beauty of the Catholic Faith with a hungry culture.
Greetings from the Saint Joseph Academy Yearbook Team!
Our Mission: To execute our goals for the greater glory of God and to raise our students in leadership and excellence by fostering skills pertaining to the generation of a yearbook.
Activity: The Yearbook Committee is responsible for the decisions concerning and the generation of the Saint Joseph Academy Yearbook.
Goal: To generate a yearbook that is appealing, creative, decisively accurate and ordered, personalized and reflective of the experiences of the student body at Saint Joseph Academy.
Contact
500 Las Flores Drive
San Marcos, CA 92078
Phone: 760 305 8505
Fax: 760-305-8466
Office Hours
- Mon - Fri
- -
- Sat - Sun
- Closed