St Joseph's School is a very good school, the one caveat is that there is no Foregin Language Program. The New Principal, Ms. Diane Young is excellent, she is extremely caring and compassionate with students,teachers and families. Ms. Smith the PK 3 teacher is very nuturing and my kids fell in love
... Read more with her. Other Standouts are Ms. Scimone who really takes the time to get to know each child and is available to assist them if they fall behind. Parents can choose to be very involved through volunteerism and or PTA. My children are no longer there but what they learned and gained from St. Joes is still with them. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/22/09
I went to this school for several years. We left the area and I graduated from another school... but I learned more, and had a better environment in St Josephs than the larger, better furnished public school. Much more, I learned a life long appreciation of my faith.
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Posted by a other on 09/15/08
My son was 3 when he began he did not know his colors, the bible, sharing as he was an only child for a while. By November 2007 he knew his colors, asked me if I wanted to the know the story of King Herad, Jonah, etc. What a marvelous school. God bless you all.
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Posted by a parent on 03/14/08
My son comes home every single day with something new he has learned. Happy and singing joyfully all the time. Hats off to all the wonderful teachers.
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Posted by a parent on 01/09/08
Academic programs are top rate. My son was in Kindergarten and by Christmas was writing and reading. The self confidence or negativity which was given by the teacher was very disappointing. More support was needed for the number of students in the class. However, my son has learned a lot and he is ahead
... Read more of his cousin who is in public school. He had music and gym twice a week and there are many extracurricular activities the students could be involved with. Some of the parents are very involved, however, the school has a policy that all parents have to earn 25 service points working at the school or by suppling a service or need. Unfortunately a lot of the parents choice to just pay for their service points, which is fine but is it really fair to other parents and students who are involved. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/25/07
Thank Heavens my grandchildren go to Saint Joseph! I'm not a parent or guardian; just the Grandmother, but I have been so impressed with the intelligent and caring management of the students. I'm proud to say that we have some smart little ones in our family. It's a joy to see them blossom in the
... Read more environment created by the teachers and staff of Saint Joseph. We love Mrs.Bonner;(she's the Principal). I'm so glad our children made this smart choice for the education of our family's next generation. If you enroll your child and join the team at Saint Joseph, it's my impression that you will find yourself among committed parents and teachers who love children.(If you're not an involved parent, you'll probably feel really out of place.) At Saint Joseph, it's all about the kids. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/06/05
As a parent of two students who are in their seventh year at St Joseph School, I am proud to review this school. I have never seen more dedicated teachers who continually strive to foster a learning environment which enhances the education of our children. Christian values are taught throughout the
... Read more learning process. The parent teacher organization is very active and has become an integral part of the school. The PTO board, as well as the staff and teachers, continue to encourage parents to have an active role in the education of their children. This school is small enough to have individualized attention for each student but also provides a well rounded curriculum for all students. The before and after school programs offer a continuation of the learning environment with structured activities. It is a true blessing to have this school available for nurturing the children of today. Read less
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Petersburg schools — St Joseph School is located at 123 Franklin St, Petersburg VA 23803. 123 Franklin St is in the 23803 ZIP code in Petersburg, VA The school district for St Joseph School is the Diocese Of Richmond Education Office. St Joseph School is a Catholic school that serves grade levels PK - 8.
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