About Saint Joseph Academy

Saint Joseph Academy Mission Statement

St. Joseph Academy was established in response to the Second Vatican Council's call for greater lay witness in contemporary society. Teaching in accordance with the Magisterium of the Church, our mission is to form young men and women who, committed to live by Catholic principles, will transform and advance human culture. We aim to accomplish this by offering a traditional learning environment that blends faith and reason in educating the whole child.


Man was created by God in His image and likeness and therefore is destined for Him who is infinite perfection. In the spirit of the Divine Master, amidst a world of material possession, the mission of St. Joseph Academy is to prepare the child for what he must be and for what he must do here on earth, in order to gain the sublime end for which he was created. Our duty is to take great care in the Christian education of the youth.

Resources

Saint Joseph Academy School Crest

Saint Joseph Academy School Crest
Eucharist- Devotion and loyalty to Our Lord, His sacred body, blood, soul and divinity in the Blessed Sacrament.

Our Blessed Lady- Love and devotion to Mary, the Mother of God.

Keys- Faithful obedience to the Magisterium of the Roman Catholic Church- Keys of the Kingdom.

White Lily - Symbol for St. Joseph, devotion to purity along with adherence to the Bible and belief in true catholic education.

School History

A school born from faith, sacrifice, and a commitment to forming the whole person.

“What began as an act of faith continues as a mission of formation—shaping young men and women in truth, goodness, and beauty."

Looking Back In Time

1994

Founders Patricia Hansen & Barbara De La Torre at the first fundraiser (infamous garage sale).

1995

Our first lunch area.


1996

Monsignor Healy at our First 1st Holy Communion.


1997

Glorious Mass on the asphalt playground.


1998

High schoolers from the first few graduating classes.


1999

"Top of the line" computer lab.


2000

The first high school basketball team.

2001

Alleluia! Greener pastures between upper and lower campuses.


2002

8th Grade Graduation.


2003

Students, PE Coach, and Principal at the lower campus.


2004

All grades lunch area.


2005

Blessing of the new school site by Bishop Cordileone.


1994

Founders Patricia Hansen & Barbara De La Torre at the first fundraiser (infamous garage sale).

1995 - A Vision Rooted in Faith

  • Founded by two Catholic mothers seeking faithful, excellent education
  • Inspired by the Church’s teaching on parents as primary educators
  • Opened as Sierra Madre Academy in San Marcos
  • Began with 25 students, 4 teachers, and 1 volunteer

1996 - Growth Through Community

  • Enrollment tripled to 77 students
  • Growth driven entirely by word of mouth

1997–2000 - Expanding The Mission

  • Opened an “upper campus” to accommodate growth
  • Added classrooms for each grade and a computer lab
  • Enrollment stabilized at ~200 students

2000 - Parent & Volunteer Commitment

  • Acquired a three-acre lot between campuses
  • Parents transformed it through volunteer labor
  • Added:
  • Athletic field
  • Basketball court
  • Strengthened school life and community

2008 - A New Home, A New Name

  • Opened a new campus as Saint Joseph Academy
  • Facilities included:
  • 3 buildings
  • 13 classrooms
  • Computer lab and offices

Today - Forming Minds and Souls

  • Over 360 students enrolled
  • Fully integrated K–12 program
  • Faithful to the Catholic tradition
  • Preparing students for college, vocation, and a life of virtue

To explore more of our visual history, view the full PDF slideshow.

SJA History Slideshow

This Is Saint Joseph Academy

Parent Testimonials

Transitional Kindergarten at SJA