St. Joseph is
a well-established Catholic elementary school in Kelowna.It was first established in 1938 by the
Sisters of Charity to cater to Catholic parishes in the community. TodaySt. JosephSchool
works with approximately 350 students, 35 staff, 275 families and 8
parishes.There are two classes at each
grade level in grades kindergarten to grade seven.Following Roman Catholic tradition, a Christian atmosphere is
created and nurtured to allow a child to grow and develop his/her
potential.If we in Catholic schools
can assist each individual child to develop his/her talents and gifts, to have
a strong ethic, to have a love of learning, and to continually build a deeper
relationship with God, then out mission as a Catholic community has been
successful.
As such, we recognize you, the parents, as
the first educators of your children, and that you have a very vital role in
their education.You set the stage for
your child’s entry into the Catholic school.Your interest and concern for St. JosephSchool and its happenings are
important.Parents are encouraged to
communicate with the staff just as the staff is encouraged to communicate with
you. It is through this two-way communication that your child, our students,
will be most successful.
For St. JosephSchool to continue to develop as the
excellent school it is, your support is critically needed.Please become involved and share the load
with all parents by giving of your time and talents for the benefit of all the
children.Volunteers are always welcome
and much appreciated!
The Parent Handbook has been prepared as a
guide for you.Please take time to read
through the handbook especially the mission statement.This statement was created with input from
the staff and parents and is revised periodically to meet the changing
times.We believe it is important to continually
try to incorporate it into all aspects of our school.In addition, school goals are created each year with strategies
and outcomes in order to give the school direction for constant growth.
We look forward to working with you in
helping your child to grow and develop.May we all continue to reach out to others in faith through love and
service to our Lord.
