Excellence in Scholarship

Scholarship is the second pillar of Saint Joseph's Catholic Academy. A school-wide commitment to excellence, combined with encouragement from administrators, faculty and peers, sets apart our approach to academics at Saint Joseph’s.

Academic Curriculum
Our academic curriculum is rigorous and relevant.  It is designed to deliver a complete education, emphasizing personal excellence in mind, body and spirit. Our teachers use student-centered teaching strategies that encourage exploration, critical thinking, and the development of advanced writing and oral presentation skills.  Students graduate prepared to succeed at leading colleges.

Homework Help, Tutoring, and Learning Support
Saint Joseph's Catholic Academy values the contributions of all learners within our school community, recognizing that some may need additional support outside the classroom.  Below is a summary of options available to Saint Joseph’s students. 

Saint Joseph’s Teachers – All Saint Joseph’s teachers are available to provide supplemental one-on-one instruction for homework and examination preparation.  Students should reach out to the teacher directly to arrange for this.

Saint Joseph’s NHS Peer Tutoring – Saint Joseph’s Peer tutors are members of the National Honor Society and have received an A in the courses they tutor.  Students interested in being partnered with a peer tutor should contact Mrs. Robertson directly at mrobertson@sjcacademy.org. There is no cost for peer tutoring.

Saint Joseph’s Guidance Counselor – Mrs. Robertson is able to implement individual academic accommodations for eligible students. Interested students or parents should contact Mrs. Robertson directly at mrobertson@sjcacademy.org to arrange for a meeting to discuss the student’s needs.

Saint Joseph’s Learning Support Specialist – The Saint Joseph’s Learning Support Specialist can work one-on-one with students to strategies to help them better access and master class content. Parents who wish their student to work with our Learning Support Specialist should contact Mrs. Robertson directly at mrobertson@sjcacademy.org.

HelpNow by BrainFuse – This is a free online homework help platform, offered through the Schlow Library, that allows students to access live tutors between 2 PM and 11PM every day. To learn more about this program go to https://www.schlowlibrary.org/research/homework-tutoring.

College and Career Counseling
Saint Joseph's faculty and staff actively help our students develop the skills needed to navigate the transition from high school to college life.  Saint Joseph's students get hands on preparation for SAT and ACT testing.  As part of retreat days and embedded course sequences, students review college information, learn the ins and outs of the college application process, and try out interview techniques.  Further, students explore careers and college majors, with the goal of identifying those that most readily match with personal interests, educational plans, and life goals.

Use the blue buttons to learn more about current course offerings and dual enrollment courses. For more information about specific courses and/or enrollment eligibility contact the Saint Joseph's school office at sjca@sjcacademy.org or 814-808-6118.

Questions?
We are happy to help! Please contact us at sjca@sjcacademy or 814-808-6118.