St. Joseph Cathedral School Information
Academic Excellence
St. Joseph Cathedral School is accredited by the National Federation of Nonpublic School State Accrediting Associations. Teachers are qualified, professionally and pastorally, to perform the educational and instructional responsibilities of the school programs according to the policies of the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph. Teachers hold college degrees in education and are state certified.
 | St. Joseph Cathedral School has been recognized as one of the top 500 elementary schools in the country by the United States Department of Education. |
| St. Joseph Cathedral School graduates have consistently scored in the top 10% of the nation on the Iowa Tests of Basic Skills. |
| St. Joseph Cathedral School has been in the business of educating children since 1901. |
Grounds/Buildings
The Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph Church was completed in 1871 and has been designated a historical landmark. Included on the church grounds are: meeting facilities, the school cafeteria, the rectory, a 2-story brick school building, an early childhood center, an auditorium/gymnasium, a playground, and parking areas.
Preschool
Classes for 3-year olds meet Tuesday and Thursday. Classes for 4-year olds meet Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. The two sessions available for both the 3-year old preschool and the 4-year old preschool are 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. or 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Elementary School - Kindergarten through 8th Grade
Classes are held Monday through Friday 7:55 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
St. Joseph Cathedral School strives to provide a faith-filled and outstanding learning environment where each child is encouraged to put his/her faith into action, to develop skills for a successful life, and to achieve his/her personal best. In addition to the core subjects, students attend computer, music, and physical education classes. The school has air-conditioned classrooms, an outdoor classroom and garden, a state-of-the-art computer lab, a science lab, a library, a playground, and a gymnasium.
The curriculum incorporates the components of brain-compatible learning. The focus is on the key elements that enhance student learning such as public achievement, cooperative learning strategies, the multiple intelligences, and small communities called Tribes. Tribes is a process that develops caring, support, a sense of value-meaningful participation, and positive expectations.
The children annually present a Christmas and Spring concert. Students participate in city/state spelling bees, geography bees, mathematics and science contests, safety programs, and parent-supervised scouting and sporting programs which include volleyball and basketball. Students also go on local and out-of-town field trips. (Go to cathedralpackandtroop470.bravehost.com for more information on Cathedral Cub Scout Pack 470 and Boy Scout Troop 470.)
School Policy
Admission: Both faculty and students in true ecumenical spirit welcome all students into the Christian educational community of the school. St Joseph Cathedral School admits students of any sex, race, color, national and/or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities accorded to the students of the school.
Certificates of birth and baptism and health records are requested at the time of registration. Missouri law requires up-to-date immunizations prior to entry into school.
Transfer students entering Grades 1-8 must have an interview with the principal and submit the last report card issued and a transfer or withdrawal card from their former school.
Tuition: The Preschool program is self-supported by tuition. For children of parishioners who tithe, there is no charge for attending Kindergarten through 8th Grade. For families who are not members of the Cathedral Parish or are interested in the Preschool program, a tuition schedule is available upon request.
Dress Code: St. Joseph Cathedral students (Kindergarten through 8th Grade) dress in a school uniform. A uniform is not required for Preschool.
Parent Involvement: Every family is required to volunteer a minimum of 20 service hours to the parish or school. In addition, each family is expected to sell a minimum amount of each fundraiser.
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