2025 - 2026 Introduction Dear Students and Parents: This student/parent handbook will detail the rules and regulations of St. Joseph Hill Academy. The administration and faculty appreciate the fact that you have selected Hill as your child’s school. Attendance at St. Joseph Hill Academy is a privilege, and both parents and students alike are required to accept these handbook policies. We have a common goal: your child’s success. Your cooperation with us in enforcing these rules and guidelines will be very helpful in bringing about this desired end. You are asked to read carefully the information contained in these pages and to assist us by seeing that your child complies with all phases of the academic and extra-curricular regulations. If any questions or problems arise, we suggest you contact teachers via letter, e-mail, or phone to make an appointment for a discussion. Your own personal interest in and support of the activities of the school will be helpful in strengthening your child’s bonds of loyalty and pride of membership in the St. Joseph Hill Academy student body. The administration, the faculty, and the staff are happy that you are part of our school, where excellent learning and wonderful activities are in progress. Please look for an acknowledgment form that will be coming home with your student. By signing and returning this document you will confirm that you have read and agreed to follow the guidelines detailed in the SJHA Handbook. Fourth-Grade, Fifth-Grade parents and Junior High parents should pay special attention to the rules and guidelines for Chromebook use, as these rules will strongly influence your student’s school experience. Our Mission The mission of St. Joseph Hill Academy, a Roman Catholic elementary school founded by the Daughters of Divine Charity, is to make God’s love visible in the world by empowering our students with a rigorous education rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ where Catholic doctrine and values prepare each student for a life of faith, service, and openness to life-long learning. Our Beliefs St. Joseph Hill Academy believes: ❖ All persons are created in the image and likeness of God. ❖ Each person possesses unique God given talents and abilities to be shared for the good of all. ❖ Children learn best in a respectful, safe, and nurturing environment. ❖ All students can achieve and become life-long learners. ❖ Teachers must model, and children must interact with compassion, respect and integrity.
Profile of Graduates Graduates of St. Joseph Hill Academy will: Know Christ and use that knowledge to develop a life of prayer. Continue to grow in the formation of their faith and conscience based on Gospel values. Continue to grow in a sense of responsibility to share their God-given talents, their time, their leadership abilities, and resources with family, school, church and broader communities. Demonstrate their ability to apply the knowledge they have learned to think critically, and communicate effectively in a variety of ways. Demonstrate an appreciation of the visual and performing arts. Maintain openness to being a life-long learner by seeking ways to broaden their knowledge and skill set. Mr. Hansen Principal Mr. Pablo Assistant Principal
Mrs. Gregor Director of Early Childhood
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