Vice Principal of Academic Affairs: Michelle Curcio
E: mccurcio@stjoseph.academy Degree(s): MA, English Literature - Rutgers, Camden, B.A. English - Montclair State University Educational Background: 8th year teaching high school English and college level teaching experience Subjects Taught: English (9th through 12th grade), Creative Writing, SAT Prep, AP Literature & Composition Accomplishments / Awards: Certified in high school English. Special Education Certified. Quote regarding teaching at SJA: "As a teacher at St. Joseph Academy, [...]
SAT Prep & Honors Algebra II: Josh Aronovitch
E: josh.aronovitch@gmail.com Degree(s): B.A. Political Science & Economics from George Washington University, Juris Doctor Degree from Harvard Law School Educational Background: 1996 graduate of Washington Township High School, 2000 graduate of George Washington University, 2003 graduate of Harvard Law School Subjects Taught: SAT/GRE/LSAT/GMAT/PRAXIS prep, Honors Algebra II, Advanced Placement Physics, Advanced Placement Honors Algebra II, Advanced Placement U.S. History, complete middle school curriculum, and many others through [...]
Donor Provides Special Scholarship Opportunity
Calling all 8th grade Valedictorians & Salutatorians students! We're honored to announce a remarkable scholarship opportunity. A generous donor has stepped up to inspire the "best-of-the best" students to join our community of advanced learners and achievers as we continue to take our school to the highest level of academic achievement. As we build towards the future, we are proud to welcome students of [...]
Ash Wednesday Service
Yesterday our students participated in a short, socially distanced service for Ash Wednesday to mark the start of Lent. Thank you to Mrs. Vaccarella and Mrs. Morsa for preparing the prayer service and the other faculty and staff for your help and participation. "Lent is a humble descent both inwards and towards others. It is about realizing that salvation is not an ascent to glory, but a [...]
Guidance Counselor: Samantha Hughes
E: shughes@stjoseph.academy Degree(s): B.A. Liberal Arts & MA Psychology Educational Background: Graduated Summa Cum Laude in 2016 from Rutgers University with her bachelor’s degree in Liberal Arts and Psychology. She was an ABA therapist for young children before going back to get her Master’s in Education for Elementary and Secondary Counseling in May 2020. She has experienced counseling at both the elementary and secondary level and is happy [...]
Special Education: Susan Leonchuck
E: sleonchuck@stjoseph.academy Degree(s): M.Ed., Special Education, B.A. History Educational Background: Annunciation Regional School, St. Mary’s Grammar School, St. Rose of Lima School, St. Joseph High School, and Saint Joseph Academy Subjects Taught: Elementary School: Grade 4 – all subjects, Grades 5-8: World History, US History I, and US History II, Grades 5-8 – Advanced Mathematics, Grades 9-12 – Skills Support Accomplishments / Awards: St. Joseph High School, Teacher [...]
Foreign Language: Savanah Jenkins
E: sjenkins@stjoseph.academy Degree(s): B.A. Arts, Rowan University Educational Background: LaSalle Certificate of Translation, Certified Translator Subjects Taught: Spanish I, Spanish II, Honors Spanish III, Honors Spanish IV Accomplishments / Awards: Realtor of the Year 2010. Certified HIIT Instructor. ZCom Volunteer. Zumba Representative for NJ Zincon. Quote regarding teaching at SJA: “I'm honored to be part of the St. Joseph Academy family. Our Principal, Mrs. Domenico, sets high [...]
Social Studies: Samuel Curcio
E: scurcio@stjoseph.academy Degree(s): B.A. History, Rowan University Educational Background: 12 years teaching at St. Joseph High School, Four years teaching at Bishop Schad Elementary School Subjects Taught: World Cultures, US History I, US History II, American Government, Art History, Sociology, Physical Education, Mental Health, Drivers Education, and SAT Prep. Quote regarding teaching at SJA: “Being at St. Joseph Academy is like going home. SJA has always [...]
Religion: Morgan Gilbert
E: mgilbert@stjoseph.academy Degree(s): B.S. Psychology, Minor in Law and Justice Educational Background: Rowan University Subjects Taught: Religion, Psychology, Forensic Science Quote regarding teaching at SJA: “It is good to be back at my alma mater!”
Social Studies: Paul Rodio
E: prodio@stjoseph.academy Degree(s): English and History Educational Background: LaSalle University and Stockton University Subjects Taught: U.S. History, Sociology, Physical Education, Drivers Education, Mental Health, American Government, First Aid Accomplishments / Awards: NJ.Com – Cape Atlantic League “Coach of the Year” 2015-2016, 100 wins in 5 ½ seasons, Four straight 20 Win Season. Quote regarding teaching at SJA: “I have never taught at a place with such [...]
Science: Michael McGuckin
E: mmcguckin@stjoseph.academy Degree(s): B.A Music, Music Composition, B.A. Physics Educational Background: Rowan University Subjects Taught: Physics, Algebra II, Precalculus, Calculus, Music Accomplishments / Awards: Graduated Magna Cum Laude, Member of Pi Kappa Lambda (music honors society)
Religion: Matthew Kresz
E: mkresz@stjoseph.academy Degree(s): B.A. Education and History Educational Background: Rowan University Subjects Taught: Religion and Photography
Science: Malina Milas
E: mmilas@stjoseph.academy Degree(s): B.A. Biological Science, Minor in Psychology Educational Background: Rowan University Subjects Taught: Chemistry, Environmental Science Quote regarding teaching at SJA: “I am deliberate and afraid of nothing.” Audre Lord
Mathematics: Joan Morsa
E: jmorsa@stjoseph.academy Degree(s): B.A. Education, B.A. Psychology Educational Background: Thomas Edison University Subjects Taught: Algebra I, Geometry, Honors Geometry, Criminal Psychology, Theater Arts Accomplishments / Awards: World Certified 4th degree Black Belt Taekwondo Favorite Quote: “What we know matters greatly but who we are matters more." Brene Brown
Athletic Director: Anne Marie Mercado
E: amercado@stjoseph.academy Degree(s): M.A. Administrations, B.S. Communications Educational Background: Boston College, Rowan University Subjects Taught: Health & Physical Education, Visual Arts, Critical/Thinking, Athletic Director Accomplishments / Awards: Teacher of the Year 2015 at Yale, 4 x Hall of Fame at Boston College, Field Hockey & Softball, South Jersey Hall of Fame, Field Hockey & Softball at Cumberland Regional, Field Hockey Coach at Schalick High School, Member [...]
Principal: Lynn Domenico
E: lynndomenico@stjoseph.academy Degree(s): BA, MA – Rutgers University, M.Ed. – Chestnut Hill College Educational Background: • Teacher of English Grades 7, 8, and 9. • Vice Principal, St. Lawrence Regional Elementary School, Lindenwold NJ – 1999-2000. • Principal, St. Lawrence Regional Elementary School, Lindenwold NJ – 2000 to 2007. • Principal, St. Joseph High School, Hammonton NJ – 2008 to 2016. • Educational Consultant [...]
Global Leadership Program
Let’s Change the World Together. Reserve your spot today! We're excited to share that we're bringing back the Global Leadership Program to all SJA high school students! Our Global Leadership Program (GLP), featuring Model UN (United Nations), focuses on real-world issues and provides diverse, interdisciplinary, cross-cultural experiences. Students perform ambassador roles while debating topics such as gender equality, climate action, global health, and more. The program is dedicated to empowering [...]
Transfer Student Tuition Discount Opportunity
Saint Joseph Academy (SJA) wants you to join its family and is offering a unique path for transfer students to enroll now. We are offering transfer students who enroll at SJA up to a 25% one-time tuition discount for the remainder of the 2020-2021 school year. SJA is open for in-seat instruction five days a week and currently has limited excess capacity to welcome you to our family. This [...]
Women’s Institute of Leadership & Learning (WILL)
Learn about our Women's Institute of Leadership & Learning and the amazing opportunities available to our SJA Students! If you are interested in being involved, click here.
School-Year Stress: Considerations & Coping Strategies
Tactics to boost teenagers’ emotional well-being in a pandemic environment There’s no doubt that teaching is a truly rewarding and challenging career path. This year, however, the typical challenges that teachers face have been far surpassed. Educators are juggling more than ever before—and working with students who have new emotional needs in a pandemic learning environment. For parents, too, this year brings with it a lot of uncertainty, forcing them to step [...]
Advantages of a Private vs. Public Education
A private school education can open the door to a brighter future. We’re breaking down the top 5 advantages here. In August, as the pandemic continued and parents faced the difficult decision of where their children would be best supported for the start of another school year, Time Magazine reported a growing trend. Across the U.S., parents were pulling their kids from public schools and putting them into private [...]