SJA 101

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

Where is my student ID? 2. On Left hand side, click on Family 3. In the dropdown on the top of the page, select your student.

The Student ID is located on this page.

Mr. Scott Sekeres scott.sekeres@sjaweb.org Dean of Students

Please review the St. Joseph Academy Parent/Student Handbook.

This can be found under the Admissions tab on our website, sjaweb.org.

You are expected to understand our rules, procedures, and expectations of you as a student on our campus.

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 We do not have "tracks", a student's 4-year plan is flexible and adjusted every year to reflect their performance, God-given talents, and interests

Mrs. Hollis can help with any scheduling questions Email: gaylene.hollis@sjaweb.orgor call (904) 824-0431 ext 119

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.

College Fair Night When: September 4, 2025 Time: 6:00pm Where: SJA Cafetorium This event is open to all SJA families.

Several college reps will be on campus to speak with students and families and answer your questions. An email will be sent to all families to RSVP.

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

Mrs. Jodi Kotrady-Hatin jodi.hatin@sjaweb.org Office of Advancement

What is the role of the Advancement Office?

Coordinate the Volunteering & Fundraising Program Alumni Relations Marketing and Communications Community Relations/Outreach

SJA Advancement Events Calendar 2025-2026 Office of Advancement

SJA Tuition Raffle

Drawing September 26, 2025

Annual Golf Tournament

Monday, November 3, 2025

5th Annual SJA BarnBash & Benefit/Annual SJA Auction

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 Only 300 tickets available Proceeds benefit St. Joseph Academy Students Tickets Available: Online at sjaweb.org At SJA sports and events or contact Jodi Kotrady-Hatin 904.824.0431 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 Subject to SJA Tuition Raffle Rules & Regulations 2025 No purchase or contribution necessary in order to enter the drawing as required under Florida Statute 849 0935

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 *Forms can be found on SJA website under Athletics/Forms. ** All students must complete the Concussion in Sports, Heat Illness Prevention, & Sudden Cardiac Arrest classes with their coaches.

Fall Sports Cheerleading Cross Country Football Golf Swimming Volleyball

Winter Sports Basketball (boys) Basketball (girls) Cheerleading Soccer (boys) Soccer (girls)

Spring Sports Baseball Softball Tennis (boys) Tennis (girls) Track Lacrosse (girls) Lacrosse (boys)

SJA Coaches Cross Country Justin Taylor, Head Boys Coach jtaylor186@hotmail.com 904–501-9997 Ashlyn Taylor, Head Girls Coach abickwermert@gmail.com 904-501-4744

Football Cash Forbrich, Head Coach Cash.Forbrich@sjaweb.org 904-962-9473

Cheerleading Jillian Orth, Head Coach jilliangorth@yahoo.com 904-293-8159

Golf Tim Dailey, Head Coach timdailey123@gmail.com

904-347-9425

Swimming Jessica Deaton, Head Coach Boys/Girls jessica@deatonlawpa.com 904-237-7665

Volleyball Jordan Green, Head Coach jordancordergreen@gmail.com 256-316-9268

SJA Coaches cont.

Boys Soccer John Patrick Casey , Head Coach offenbachkickers@yahoo.com 904-826-6986

Girls Soccer Andy Brooks, Head Coach tb18@bellsouth.net 904-540-3343

Boys Basketball Damerit Brown, Head Coach Damerit1@gmail.com 904-521-3935

Girls Basketball Chris Walls, Head Coach Chris.Walls@sjaweb.org 904-824-0431

SJA Coaches cont.

Baseball Eric Hurley, Head Coach hurleyeric15@gmail.com 904-509-2437

Tennis Joseph Iuso, Head Coach joseph.iuso@sjaweb.org 904-824-0431

Boys Lacrosse Peter Wiles, Head Coach Peter.Wiles@sjaweb.org 904-501-6135

Softball Michael Norquist, Head Coach gemsters8082@gmail.com 904-699-4999

Girls Lacrosse James Anderson, Head Coach andersonjames0101@gmail.com 443-875-8649

Track and Field Rick Akam and Craig Castiglia. Head Coaches rickakam@gmail.com

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 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

Campus Ministry

Miscellaneous

Lunch

Medications

Lunch is available every day There is no set price, you pay as you go

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 able to bring their lunch if needed.

Create a lunch account: www.myschoolaccount.com Student ID is in your family portal

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 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

Q and A