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In a world where gender equality and women's empowerment have gained prominence, fostering the spirit of "Girl Power" among young women is crucial. St. Joseph Academy, a pioneer in providing holistic education, has taken significant strides by introducing the Women Institute of Leadership Development (W.I.L.D.) Program. This initiative has not only empowered the young women within the school but has also become a shining beacon of success and inspiration. [...]

In the ever-evolving landscape of education, it's become increasingly evident that academic excellence is only one piece of the puzzle. St. Joseph Academy recognizes the importance of holistic development, with a special emphasis on nurturing the social and emotional well-being of their high school students. This article delves into the significance of the Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) program implemented at St. Joseph Academy and how it is shaping [...]

What has been the most rewarding part of being a St. Joseph Academy student over the last four years?  The most rewarding part of being a student at SJA is knowing that I've made countless friendships and memories that will last a lifetime. I will never forget my time at SJA. I'm going to walk out of this great school with an even better education and knowledge that is [...]

SJA Community, I am pleased to welcome Mr. Bryce Young to the Saint Joseph Academy Community as Director of Communications and Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach. Mr. Young will be tasked with heading our communications department, a role well-suited for him as he previously served in this role at St. Augustine Prep. This position will afford SJA the opportunity to improve its external and internal communication. Mr. Young will also play [...]

The College and School Counseling Department at St. Joseph's Academy is thrilled to announce that it has established several partnerships with the following local colleges and universities: St. Francis University, Neumann University, Holy Family University, Immaculata University, Delaware Valley University, and East Stroudsburg.). These agreements provide additional merit money and guaranteed admissions for our SJA students based on their GPA's and coursework over the last three years. St. Joseph's Academy [...]

Long considered an integral part of a school’s support system, school counselors bring a wealth of insight and resources to a variety of student-centered issues. As part of a team of mental health experts, school counselors work with students individually and collectively to create a school climate that leads to healthy learning, living, and growth. The specific roles that a school counselor takes on vary, depending to some extent [...]

We all want our children to be happy and to have the lives and careers they want. We want them to do well in school, respect teachers, get along with others, feel safe, and feel that they belong to a community. We want them to be able to explore what interests and excites them and have opportunities to learn and get better with their skills and talents. There is [...]

Education today goes beyond the boundaries of traditional classroom learning. Recognizing the importance of providing students with practical experiences and exposure to various industries, St. Joseph Academy’s College Guidance Department designed the Advanced Semester program to offer a unique and enriching educational experience. Campus Tours at Neumann University and Rider University: As part of their Advanced Semester, the students of St. Joseph Academy had the opportunity to visit two [...]

Looking back over the last four years, what has been the most rewarding part of being a part of the St. Joseph Academy Community? Seeing how special St. Joseph Academy truly is from the perspective of a  graduating senior has been, hands down, a surreal experience. It goes without saying, that you do not completely understand how far you've come until you take a step back and reflect. Aside [...]

St. Joseph Academy is positioning itself to be at the forefront of an educational movement. Simple logic tells us that memorization and content delivery will no longer serve our students and the world they stand to inherit. Recent studies predict that roughly 70% of our students are destined for jobs that don’t yet exist. Yet, few schools have managed to pivot and evolve their Academic Programs. At St. Joseph [...]

Developing the next generation of women leaders is something St. Joseph Academy takes great pride in doing. The Women's Institute In Leadership and Development is a club designed to help our young women become lifelong leaders and scholars while promoting college and career development. St. Joseph Academy provides meaningful experiences by exposing them to positive role models, internships, and opportunities to participate in community activities. W.I.L.D. empowers our girls [...]

A Legacy Continues As the new academic year dawns upon us, the St. Joseph Academy community is thrilled to introduce our newest addition to the administrative team, Mrs. Tamika Solomon, who takes on the prestigious role of Dean of Student Leadership. Mrs. Solomon, an esteemed member of our community and a proud alumna parent, brings with her a wealth of experience, passion, and dedication that will undoubtedly enhance the [...]

SJA Community, I hope this email finds you well as we approach the Easter Break. On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I am proud to announce that Mr. Tim Fingerhut has accepted my invitation to become SJA’s Athletic Director. I am also excited to announce that SJA will be adding Ice Hockey to its athletic program in which Mr. Fingerhut will be its Head Coach. Mr. Fingerhut is stepping [...]