Lasallian Heritage & Mission
Tradition of Excellence since 1861
In 1861, six Christian Brothers arrived in Buffalo to educate young men. From those first days, St. Joe’s, the region’s oldest college prep school for boys and the largest private high school in Western New York, has provided an outstanding education shaped by its Lasallian Catholic heritage to thousands of students.
Lasallians follow the vision of St. John Baptist de La Salle, founder of the Brothers of the Christian Schools and patron saint of teachers. St. La Salle transformed education by prioritizing the student-teacher relationship, care for the whole person, and quality education for all. St. Joe’s Lasallian education focuses on Catholic values, personal relationships, and academic excellence.
What started with six Brothers’ vision in Buffalo has now become the St. Joe’s Community of Excellence: an innovative college-prep school with over 160 years of tradition.
Our Mission:
St. Joseph’s Collegiate Institute transforms the lives of students from diverse backgrounds through academic excellence and care for the whole person in a respectful, Lasallian Catholic community, developing each student’s unique talents in preparation for college and life.
Our Lasallian Mission & History
The St. Joe’s Brotherhood Academic Excellence
Fostering Student Success
Unparalleled Fine Arts Molding Men of Integrity
Fire It Up: Marauder Athletics
Activities for All Interests
Preparing for Life after 845 Kenmore Ave.
PostGraduation Success Care for the Whole Person
A World of Opportunity
Experience Our Community of Excellence
The Brotherhood A Tradition Like No Other
The St. Joe’s Brotherhood. More than just a phrase, it’s an inclusive community, support system, and network of students, teachers, alumni, and friends. A tangible force that has been cultivated for over 160 years, the Brotherhood welcomes each St. Joe’s student and has a place for him and his unique interests and talents by prioritizing the student-teacher relationship, care for the whole person, spiritual development, and quality education for all.
The fabric of the Brotherhood is woven together by the strong threads of our Lasallian tradition instilled within generations of St. Joe’s men. For over a century and a half, St. Joe’s has brought together thousands of young men with unique talents and gifts, united them under the same guiding principles, and created a bond strong enough to withstand the tests of time within 845 Kenmore Avenue and beyond.
Students from diverse backgrounds are welcomed to join our Community of Excellence, challenged to perform to the best of their ability, and inspired to serve their communities.
The current St. Joe’s student body comes from different zip codes in Erie and Niagara counties, and Southern Ontario, Canada.
Our students represent different middle schools from Western New York and Canada. 86
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Innovative. Rigorous. Exciting.
Academic Excellence
St. Joe’s is committed to preparing young men for college and beyond. Through a highly personalized approach, our goal is to help every student achieve his personal best.
Our talented faculty has developed an innovative college-prep program not bound by the New York State Regents. St. Joe’s has introduced courses and diversified student assessments to align with strategies used in top colleges and universities throughout the nation.
Not Your Typical Course Offerings
More Innovation. No Regents Constraints.
• 21 Advanced Placement (AP) Courses
• 23 Honors Courses
• Crime & Detective Fiction
• The Wrongfully Accused: Exposing Injustices through Literature
• The Psychology of Fear: A Study in Horror Literature
• The American Way of War
• Comparative Economic Systems
• Gifted Math Program (UB)
• Computer Forensics & Cybersecurity
• Introduction to Coding
• Introduction to Engineering
• Computer Aided Design - Architecture
• Kinesiology & Exercise Science
• Forensics: The Science of Crime
• Survey of Audio Engineering
• US Sports History
• Criminal Justice Studies
• Spanish, French, & German
Freshman Schedule
Biology or Chemistry
English 9 or 9 Honors
Geometry or Geometry Honors
The American Journey 9 or 9 Honors
Spanish, French or German
Religion 9
Fine Arts Elective
Physical Education
*Freshman schedules may vary due to middle school coursework credit
Personalized Support Dedicated to Every Student’s Success
Instead of traditional study halls, students are encouraged to advocate for their own academic growth and success by receiving extra support during their free periods in Academic Centers. Students are able to elevate their academic success in the subject areas of Science, English, Mathematics, Social Studies, and Modern Languages by spending one-on-one time with faculty in a collaborative environment. Beyond Academic Centers, the Academic Enrichment Centers provides students with additional academic assistance and helps students develop metacognitive strategies that will help them succeed in high school, college, and beyond. With dedicated faculty committed to ensuring that all students, especially freshmen, can adjust to and navigate the rigors of a St. Joe’s education, students can receive extra support in every subject area through one-on-one time and small groups.
Our Lasallian Mission & History
The St. Joe’s Brotherhood Academic Excellence Fire It Up: Marauder Athletics
Unparalleled Fine Arts Molding Men of Integrity
Preparing for Life after 845 Kenmore Ave.
Fostering Student Success PostGraduation Success Care for the Whole Person Activities for All Interests
A World of Opportunity
Experience Our Community of Excellence
Redefining the Lasallian Learning Experience
Fostering Student Success
The 2024-2025 school year at St. Joseph’s Collegiate Institute will feature a new bell schedule designed to maximize student learning and engagement. This change, developed through extensive research, reflects the innovative spirit of our Founder, St. John Baptist de La Salle.
In 2019, St. Joe’s shifted from the New York State Regents Program to a new college-prep curriculum, emphasizing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, along with performance-based assessments. Building on this, the new schedule will transition the school day from nine 37-minute periods to longer, uninterrupted class periods of five 56-minute periods, reducing classroom transitions and fostering deeper and more meaningful learning. For each course once during the 10-day cycle, students will have an 86 minute class. This extra 30 minutes will allow our faculty to ensure each student has regular access to personalized classroom support.
The new schedule includes a 15-minute all-school break and a rotating class structure, ensuring balanced learning throughout the day. Additionally, community time will be introduced every week for mission-based activities, enhancing the sense of Brotherhood, integrity, and faith among students.
Scan the QR code to learn more about our innovative new bell schedule and the academic changes planned for the 2024-25 school year.
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81% is the average faculty tenure at St. Joe’s. 12 years is the student to teacher ratio.
of the St. Joe’s faculty have a Master’s Degree.
Enter to Learn. Leave to Serve.
Gentlemen of Integrity
Rooted in the Lasallian Mission and respect, St. Joe’s transforms boys into gentlemen of integrity and the leaders of tomorrow. The Campus Ministry Team and faculty serve as guides for each student as he develops a closer relationship with God, his peers, and his community.
All St. Joe’s students complete an annual service project of their own design by providing support to the economically poor, the elderly or infirm, people with developmental disabilities, or a religious education program. Each student completes a minimum of 20 hours of service per year.
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The St. Joe’s Brotherhood Academic Excellence
18,000
St. Joe’s students complete over hours of service to the community each year.
Serving Others Near & Far
Out-of-Town Service & Mission Trips: Local Volunteer Sites Include:
• Talcott, WV
• La Salle Educational Center in Homestead, FL
• Romero Center in Camden, NJ
• World Youth Day in Lisbon, Portugal
• FeedMore WNY
• Friends of Night People
• Ken-Ton Closet
• Meals on Wheels
• NativityMiguel Schools
• Oishei Children’s Hospital
• Ride for Roswell
• St. Luke’s Mission of Mercy
• St. Vincent de Paul Society
• Teacher’s Desk
• Urban Fruits and Veggies
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Activities for All Interests
Preparing for Life after 845 Kenmore Ave.
A World of Opportunity Fostering Student Success PostGraduation Success Care for the Whole Person
Experience Our Community of Excellence
Discover Talents. Express Yourself.
Visual & Performing Arts
St. Joe’s offers the most comprehensive Visual and Performing Arts program for boys in Western New York. From courses to extracurricular opportunities, students are inspired to discover their often-hidden talents.
Our large art studio and cutting-edge digital lab provide students the opportunity to explore various media and techniques in courses like Arts and Architecture and Digital Video. The Vocal Music program welcomes all through a sequence of courses from Freshmen Singers to Glee Club to Varsity Singers, as well as our co-ed Swing Choir. Instrumental Music offers students of all skill levels the chance to learn percussion, brass, or woodwind instruments, with our experienced musicians performing in the Concert Band, String Ensemble, and Jazz Lab Band. Our Theater Arts program includes a mix of courses, electives, and extracurriculars, offering numerous performance and public speaking opportunities, highlighted by the annual Fall Drama and Spring Musical. In 2024, the St. Joe’s production of Guys and Dolls was recognized by Shea’s High School Musical Theatre Awards, winning seven award categories, the most awards by any high school, which included the grand prize for Outstanding Production of a Musical.
Our Lasallian Mission & History
The St. Joe’s Brotherhood Academic Excellence Fire It Up: Marauder Athletics Unparalleled Fine Arts Molding Men of Integrity Preparing for Life after 845 Kenmore Ave.
A World of Opportunity Fostering Student Success PostGraduation Success Care for the Whole Person Activities for All Interests
Experience Our Community of Excellence
Acclaimed Athletics Play Like a Marauder
Multi-Sport Athletes
For decades, the Marauders have been a dominant force in Western New York high school sports. Membership on our athletic teams also serves as another opportunity to foster Brotherhood, build character, and teach hard work. Many student athletes still find time to participate in other extracurricular activities, honors and AP courses, and student leadership roles on campus. By providing at least one nocut sports each season, we ensure that every student has the chance to be part of our athletic community and experience the camaraderie of team sports while developing new skills. of St. Joe’s students participate in one sport for at least one season each year.
82% of St. Joe’s students participate in more than one sport. 56%
2024 Supremacy Cup Championship Caliber Teams
The Monsignor Martin Athletic Association (MMHSAA) includes all of the Catholic high schools as well as private independent high schools in Western New York. Member schools compete for the Supremacy Cup, which is awarded to the school that wins the most championships during a school year. St. Joe’s has once again captured the Supremacy Cup in 2024 by winning a total of 10 Monsignor Martin championships. These victories include three regular season titles, five playoff crowns, and two AllCatholic championships, exemplifying our commitment to excellence in athletics.
Our Lasallian Mission & History
The St. Joe’s Brotherhood Academic Excellence Fire It Up: Marauder Athletics
Unparalleled Fine Arts Molding Men of Integrity Fostering Student Success
Activities for All Interests Preparing for Life after 845 Kenmore Ave.
A World of Opportunity PostGraduation Success Care for the Whole Person
Experience Our Community of Excellence
A Place for Everyone Opportunities for All Interests
In the Lasallian tradition of educating the whole person, we encourage students to participate in the many outstanding extracurricular clubs and activities offered at St. Joe’s. In addition to fine arts and athletic offerings, students will find a long list of activities and clubs to join. Student Council also hosts a variety of events before and after school, including date dances, intramural sports tournaments, and volunteer opportunities.
The BE WELCOMED program for freshman is a full calendar of events designed to help students become engaged in the St. Joe’s community, develop new friendships, and become part of the historic Brotherhood that defines our school. Monthly events include a freshman tailgate, Bills viewing parties, a winter date dance, and intermural sports with students from all-girls schools.
St. Joe’s offers more than 50 clubs and activities, including:
A-Team Athletics Broadcasting
Art Club
Business & Economic Concepts
Be Welcomed (Freshmen)
Chess Club
Classic Films Club
Collegiate Ambassadors
Donate Life Club
Dungeons & Dragons Club
eSports
Equity and Justice Club
Eucharistic Ministers
Fall Drama Production
Food Basket
Harry Potter Club
International Microloans
Intramural Sports
Jazz Lab Band
Lasallian Youth Group
Long Book Club
Masterminds
Mathematics Team
Mock Trial
Model U.N.
Morning Show
National Honor Society
Freshmen New York City Trip
Philosophy Club
Ping Pong Club
Quill & Quiver Writing Club
Robotics
Rock Climbing Club (Indoor)
Science Olympiad
SJCI Annual Debate
Ski Club
Spring Musical
Stage/Technical Crew
Student Council
Student Prints Newspaper
Yearbook
St. Joe’s is a leader in STEM opportunities for students. Our Science Olympiad Team has earned statewide recognition and competes among the best beyond our region. The team sharpens their skills and prepares in state-of-the-art laboratories in the Cullen Center for Excellence in Science. Each season, our Robotics Team has six weeks to design, build, and program a robot to engage in competition against other schools in the region.
St. Joe’s eSports Team utilizes the Innovation Center for training and competition, including Alienware gaming PCs. The team competes in Rocket League, Overwatch, and Fortnite.
Our Lasallian Mission & History
The St. Joe’s Brotherhood Academic Excellence Fire It Up: Marauder Athletics Unparalleled Fine Arts Molding Men of Integrity
Fostering Student Success
Activities for All Interests
Preparing for Life after 845 Kenmore Ave.
PostGraduation Success Care for the Whole Person
A World of Opportunity
Experience Our Community of Excellence
Student Council
SJCI Annual Debate
Science Olympiad Team
for Life
Beyond 845 Kenmore Ave. Preparation
Comprehensive College Counseling
Preparation for college begins freshman year at St. Joe’s. Our dedicated College Counselor works with 9th graders to outline strategies for their four years of high school and help them build an impressive college resume. For upperclassmen, our College Counselor serves as a resource to walk students and their families through the college application steps, including tuition and scholarships, and helps students find the college or university most appropriate for their goals and aspirations.
Profile of the St. Joe’s Graduate
Our graduate profile is rooted in the five core principles of Lasallian education and a distinct and proud tradition of providing an excellent college preparatory education for young men in Western New York.
Upon graduation, the St. Joe’s gentleman:
Fosters their faith in the presence of God
Demonstrates concern for the poor and social justice Displays respect for all persons
Reveals the quality of a St. Joe’s education Builds inclusive communities
Our Lasallian Mission & History
The St. Joe’s Brotherhood Academic Excellence
Fostering Student Success
Unparalleled Fine Arts Molding Men of Integrity
Fire It Up: Marauder Athletics
Preparing for Life after 845 Kenmore Ave.
PostGraduation Success Care for the Whole Person Activities for All Interests
A World of Opportunity
Experience Our Community of Excellence
the Numbers
Post-Graduation Success
Impressive Financial Awards in academic awards earned by the Class of 2024.
$34,133,244
$500,000
Athletics at the Next Level
At the collegiate level, the Class of 2024 has competing in for 20 athletes 14 schools.
St. Joe’s students since 2020 were accepted to top colleges & universities, including:
Fordham University
Boston College
Boston University
Brown University
Case Western Reserve University
Clarkson University
Clemson University
Colgate University
College of Charleston
College of the Holy Cross
College of William & Mary
Cornell University
Emory University
Harvard University
Johns Hopkins University
Moorehouse College
New York University
Northeastern University
The Ohio State University
The Pennsylvania State University
Purdue University
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Rochester Institute of Technology
Seton Hall University
Syracuse University
United States Air Force Academy
United States Military Academy
United States Naval Academy
University at Buffalo
University of Florida
University of Michigan
University of Notre Dame
University of Pennsylvania
University of Rochester
University of Southern California
University of Virginia
Vanderbuilt University
Villanova University
Our Support Network Care for the Whole Person
Counseling services are a vital component of St. Joe’s educational process. Our Counseling Team enables students to assess their needs, recognize their abilities, and formulate strategies to reach their potential.
Our School Counselors are advocates for their students while assuming a variety of other roles, including counselor, consultant, and facilitator. School Counselors collaborate with parents, teachers, our School Social Worker, and outside resources to promote student success inside and outside of the classroom.
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Dedicated Full-Time College Counselor
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In-School, Full-Time Social Worker
Personalized Mental Health Counseling
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Full-Time School Counselors
St. Joe’s provides students with full-time access to a School Social Worker. Building on our Lasallian Mission of caring for the whole person, our School Social Worker counsels students individually and in groups to assist with mental health and academic concerns and ensures they are supported in all aspects of life. Some of the topics that students seek help with are:
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Loneliness and isolation
• Grief
• Drug and/or alcohol abuse
• Bullying
• Relationship issues
• Problems at home
• Parents going through divorce
• Suicidal thoughts
Rachel Zimmer, LMSW
St. Joe’s School Social Worker
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Invest in St. Joe’s. Open the
Doors to A World of Opportunity
Our alumni are doctors, businessmen, lawyers, engineers, educators, community servants, industry trailblazers, and more. Equipped with a St. Joe’s education and living with Jesus in their hearts, thousands of alumni are reaching their full potential each day and leaving their mark on the world while making it a better place.
Dr. Daniel Leberer ’02
Colorectal Surgeon with Buffalo Medical Group
“The culture at St. Joe’s encourages each student to pursue their own path and to respect the path of others. I found myself challenged in the classroom and on the basketball court. This instilled in me the importance of taking pride in your work ethic, perseverance, and being passionate about achieving the goals you have set for yourself. By the time you graduate, you realize the education you received stretched far beyond the classroom. When I left St. Joe’s I was confident I had the foundation to achieve my goals, and I was motivated to make sure those goals would have a positive impact on others.
Now, almost twenty years later, I still reflect on the values I learned at SJCI every day. I have been in many communities throughout my education and training. None have had a greater impact on my character and development than St. Joe’s has. I will always be proud and thankful to be a Marauder!”
Luis Rodriguez ’01 CEO of Rodriguez Construction Group
“St. Joe’s provided me with a strong character and academic foundation that I have carried with me throughout my life. St. Joe’s excellent academics prepared me in the classroom, but I also learned to be welcoming to new opportunities and challenges in aspects of life, business, and community.
The relationships with fellow alumni have been transformational to my business success. I have been mentored by brothers who came before me, and have also had the opportunity to pay it forward to new generations of St. Joe’s men. The brotherhood and relationships of our community are truly bonds created to last a lifetime.”
The St. Joe’s Brotherhood and our Lasallian Mission commit us to offering a quality educational experience for young men. Thanks to the generosity of our alumni and benefactors, a St. Joe’s education is made accessible to boys from all socio-economic backgrounds through expansive tuition assistance. We are committed to exploring with every family the best way to make the cost of tuition accessible.
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During the 2024-25 school year, St. Joe’s will allocate tuition support totaling over $3.5 million.
Tuition: $16,600
Freshmen Activity Fee: $285
Freshmen Technology Fee: $375
Registration Fee (one-time): $100
Parents’ Guild Dues: $20/family
Total: $17,380
Upon enrollment, families are responsible for a non-refundable deposit of $525 to ensure a spot in the incoming class. $100 of the deposit is a one-time registration fee. $425 is applied towards tuition. St. Joe’s offers annual, quarterly, and monthly tuition payment plans. of St. Joe’s students receive tuition support.
Academic Scholarships
St. Joe’s offers academic scholarship awards to students who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement. Academic scholarships are awarded based on Scholarship and Entrance Exam scores and the student’s transcript from grades 6, 7, and 8.
Tuition Assistance Program
Additional need-based financial assistance is available through tuition grants. Families may apply for Financial Aid the year prior to attendance and will be notified of their award with their acceptance packet.
Work Study Program
Open to all students regardless of financial need, students can earn $10/hour in direct tuition credit.
Transportation Services
St. Joe’s connects families to both free and paid private transportation services to get students to campus each day. Buffalo-Niagara districts that St. Joe’s can help coordinate transportation with include: Amherst
Buffalo Public Schools
Cheektowaga Central
Cheektowaga Maryvale
Cheektowaga Sloan
Cleveland Hill
Clarence Depew East Aurora* Grand Island Hamburg* Iroquois
Experience St. Joe’s Community of Excellence
Our 13-acre campus in Kenmore, located in the heart of Western New York, allows us to welcome students from downtown Buffalo to Niagara Falls to Orchard Park to Clarence and everywhere in between.
In addition to our main academic building at 845 Kenmore Avenue, our campus is also home to the 7,400 sq. foot STEM Innovation Center, Cullen Center for Excellence in Science, Cullen Center for the Arts, a private Chapel and Campus Ministry Center, two gymnasiums, a professional level fitness center and athletic field house, and the 183,961 sq. foot Robert T. Scott, AFSC, Athletic Complex, complete with an allweather turf field and track for all sports to utilize.
Our 21st century campus offers students the opportunity to learn, collaborate, perform, and compete in one location.
Visit our Campus
• Schedule a private tour
• Be a Marauder for a Day
• Join us at an Open House
• Attend “Experience St. Joe’s”
Make an appointment at sjci.com/admissions or by calling 716-874-4953.
Ready to Begin the Admissions Process?
1. Complete an online Application for Admission
2. Sit for the Entrance & Scholarship Exam
3. Provide the Admissions Office copies of final academic transcripts, or report cards, from grades 6 and 7, along with the first 8th grade report
4. Schedule an Applicant Family Interview
To be considered for admission to St. Joe’s, prospective freshmen for fall 2024 must do the following: Visit sjci.com/apply or call 716-874-4953 for more information.
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