SJA 101
Welcome to St. Joseph Academy
We are so excited to welcome you to the St. Joseph Academy community. As you move through the next four years, we are excited to see you grow in your academics, faith, and interests.
St. Joseph Academy Mission Statement
As a Catholic high school in the Diocese of St. Augustine, we seek to provide an equal opportunity for each student, in a challenging academic environment, to encounter the Eucharist and to become a knowledgeable, self-directed, compassionate Christian, able to face the challenges of the future with faith, hope, and love.
First day of school is Monday, August 11, 2025
7:30 AM Arrival Begins. Head to your homeroom class.
8:00-8:45 Homeroom
8:49-9:04: A Period
9:08-9:25: B Period
9:29-9:44 C Period
9:48-10:03 D Period
10:07-10:22 E Period
10:26-10:41 F Period
10:45-11:00 G Period
11:00-12:00 High school 101
12:00-Lunch
12:30 Freshman Retreat Begins
2:45 Dismissal
1. Log into your family portal
2. On Left hand side, click on Family
3. In the dropdown on the top of the page, select your student.
Where is my student ID?
The Student ID is located on this page.
Uniforms
Uniforms must be purchased at Sports Corner
Girls Boys
Green Uniform Polo
Plaid Uniform Skirt or Khaki
Uniform Pants
Socks: Black, White, Hunter Green, Navy Blue
Shoes: Brown or Tan
Green Uniform Polo
Uniform Khaki Pants or Shorts with the SJA Logo on back
Socks: Black, White, Hunter Green, Navy Blue
Shoes: Brown or Tan AND Matching Belt
Locks and Lockers
All students are assigned a book locker and PE locker (if needed) and are required to use a school-issued lock for these lockers
Students are responsible for the security and content of their own lockers
Replacement locks may be purchased in the Main Office
The administration reserves the right to inspect lockers, desks, cars, and personal belongings at any time
Food and Drink Policy
Food and drinks are not allowed outside of the lunch area
Students may carry a water bottle, which may not be larger than 32 ounces throughout the school day. Only water is permitted in the bottle.
Absences and Tardies
All student absences will be recorded as either excused or unexcused
Excused Absence Requires:
1.a phone call from parent/guardian to the main office between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM on the day of the absence
2.a note from the parent/guardian stating the date(s) of the absence and specific reason for the absence. Students who have been absent must report to the main office with a note in order to excuse the absence
Excused Absence Reasons:
1.illness or medical appointment with documentation
2.death in the family
3.religious observance
4.court appearance
5.pre-arranged absences with prior approval of both administration and parent/guardian
Students who are late MUST sign in with the Front Office and obtain a Smart Pass to be admitted to class.
Please review the student handbook for the official tardy and absence policies.
Student Services
Scheduling
Course Catalog
The Administration of St. Joseph Academy reserves the right to make appropriate changes in the curriculum to address student needs.
All students must have 28 credits to graduate and must pass all courses attempted.
Diocesan School Requirements: Students must take Theology each year they attend SJA
SJA Core Requirements: English (4) Mathematics (4) Science (4) Social Studies (3) World Language (2 - must be the same)
Fine/Performing Arts (1) HOPE (1) Additional credits/electives (5) Honors Courses - receive one-half quality point (example:
English 1 Honors grade: A = 4.5)
Grade Scale
A = 100 - 90
B = 89 - 80
C = 79 - 70
D = 69 - 60
F = 59 and below
Note: Please refer to your teacher’s syllabus for grade calculations. Grades can calcuated via percentage, points or both.
Freshmen Courses
English: English 1 or English 1 Honors
Math: Algebra 1, Algebra 1 Honors , Geometry or Geometry Honors
Science: Environmental Science, Biology or Biology Honors
World Language: ASL or Spanish
PE: HOPE
Fine/Performing/Practical Art: Art, Photo, Theater, Theology 9/10
NOTE: HISTORY CLASSES START SOPHOMORE YEAR WITH WORLD HISTORY.
Driver’s Education is now a required course and is permitted to be taken on FLVS. The credit will be added to the student’s transcript.
Progress Monitoring
Mid-Quarter Progress Check - student and parents will receive an email from Mrs. Hollis if the student’s grade is below a “C” average. Students will be encouraged to communicate with the instructor for additional help. The same process is repeated prior to the end of the quarter/semester.
When:September4,2025
Time:6:00pm Where:SJACafetorium
ThiseventisopentoallSJAfamilies. Severalcollegerepswillbeoncampus tospeakwithstudentsandfamilies andansweryourquestions.Anemail willbesenttoallfamiliestoRSVP.
Parent/Teacher Conferences
If there is a concern or a question about a class, contact the teacher via email to discuss, then reach out to Student Services.
Academics - Mrs. Hollis
Behavior - Dean Sekeres
Social/emotional/personal counseling - Mrs. Ziminski or Mrs. Bishop
College Counseling
Overgrad and other
resources are available
Formal meetings with College Counselor begin in Junior year
College resume starts
Freshman year
Personal Support for Students
If a student has mental health concerns, a diagnosed learning disability, etc. Contact Carolyn Ziminski in our Department of Counseling Services
Office of Advancement
Events Calendar 2025-2026
SJA Tuition Raffle Drawing September 26, 2025
Annual Golf Monday, November 3, 2025 Tournament
5th Annual SJA BarnBash & Saturday February 28, 2026
2025 Tuition Raffle
Win $10,000 Tuition to the Preschool, Grade School, High School, College of your choice or pay off your college loans!
$100 donation per ticket
Proceeds benefit St. Joseph Academy Students Tickets Available:
Raffle will be drawn at 3rd quarter of the SJA Home Football Game September 26, 2025 You do not need to be present to win
Volunteering at SJA
SJA Connects Program
Athletic Director
SJA Athletics
Sports Forms
To participate in any high school sports; SJA in accordance with the Florida High School Athletic Association & Sunshine State Athlietic Association requires the following forms to be completed and filed with the Athletic Department.
Student Athlete Participation Application
EL2 - Pre-participation Physical Evaluation
EL3- Consent and Release from Liability Certificate
EL3CH - Consent and Release from Liability Certificate for Concussion and Heat-Related Illness.
SSAA requires the CRF-1-Consent & Liability Form
*FormscanbefoundonSJAwebsiteunderAthletics/Forms.
**AllstudentsmustcompletetheConcussioninSports, HeatIllnessPrevention,&SuddenCardiacArrestclasseswith theircoaches.
Fall Sports Winter Sports Spring Sports
Cheerleading
Lacrosse (girls)
Lacrosse (boys)
Campus Minister Chaplain
Campus Ministry
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday Morning Mass
-7:30 am, open to students and parents
Chaplain, Fr. Joe Bloomer and Brother Greggy Espejon on campus Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays
-Schedule Confession, spiritual direction during lunch on those days
Campus Ministry
Freshman Service Hours
-Require approval of student's Theology teacher -15 hours indirect service, 10 hours direct service
-Due by March 10 or Incomplete/Fail in Theology class
Miscellaneous
Lunch Medications
Lunch is available every day
There is no set price, you pay as you go
Students are able to bring their lunch if needed.
Create a lunch account: www.myschoolaccount.com
Student ID is in your family portal
For PRESCRIPTION medication, the student's parent/guardian shall provide the school permissions to assist in its administration. Please refer to quick links on website for forms.
Students are NOT allowed to possess medication during the school day with the exception of inhalers and Epipens
Schedules:
School is open from 7:30 AM until 3:30 p.m.
Classes begin at 8AM and finish at 2:45p.m.
(Wednesdays are early release at 1:45p.m.
Tuesday/Thursday Schedule Flip
Time between classes is 4 minutes.
School supplies
Books can be purchased on our website under students--textbook link. Your students schedule is available through your parent portal.
E-mail/Google Classroom
Your child has been given an SJA mail account. An e-mail has been sent regarding setting up your SJA e-mail accounts. You will have access to the entire Google Suite.
Their email address will be firstname.lastname@sjaweb.org
SJA NewsFlash
Communications Structure
Each week you can expect an e mail on Tuesdays at 7pm which will contain pertinent information for upcoming events and school updates. Please take the time to review this very helpful information.
Drop off and pick up
Clubs and Activities
Anchor Club
ASL Honor Society
Bee Club
Cheerleaders
Discipleship Groups
Drama
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
Interact Club
International Club
Mu Alpha Theta
Music Ministry
National Art Society
National Honor Society
Peer Ministers
Prayer Club
Quill and Scroll International Honor Society
SALT
Science Club
Science National Honor Society
Sociedad Honoraria Hispanica
Spanish Club
Student Council
Imprints of Honor (VHP)
Preparing students to face the challenges of the future with faith, hope, and love