Developing lifelong learners in service to God, country and community
We offer a wide range of high quality of teaching and extra-curricular activities.
St. Joseph the Worker School offers classes for pre-school through eighth grade. Pre-school through third grade are individual self contained classrooms. Grades four through eight are arranged in a departmental nature where the students change classes for various subjects. Our program of studies is well-rounded, up-to-date, and adheres to the West Virginia State laws pertaining to education. St. Joseph the Worker school has been classified as a “First Class” school in the state of West Virginia in accordance with its standards.
We are
St. Joseph the Worker:
W – Worship of God in the New Covenant
O – Outstanding Academics
R – Reverence for God
K – Kindness towards all
E – Encouragement, Example, Esteem for ourselves and others
R – Rigor in learning; Right judgement in Wisdom and Charity
Administration
Staff
Advisory Board
| Michael Orecchio | President | |
| Bruno DeCaria | Vice President | |
| Doug Velegol | Secretary | |
| Marie Mascio | ||
| Brenda Chartier |
Faculty
Sixth Grade Religion, Reading, Social Studies
School Based Health
The School Based Health Program began with the 2005-06 school year. The program is generously funded by a grant from The Sisters of Saint Joseph Health and Wellness Foundation and provides a nurse, guidance counselor, and a clerical aid position for the school.
Services provided for students and their families include:
Nursing
- Preventative Health Screenings
- Basic First Aid
- Classroom Education
Counseling
- Individual and Family Counseling
- Group Sessions
- Individual Mental Health Assessments
- Classroom Education
Additional Services provided for the parish and community:
- Fall Health Fair
- Health Screenings
- Vision
- Dental
- Hearing
- Blood Pressure Checks
- Height/Weight/Body Mass Index Monitoring
- Scoliosis
- Healthy Nutrition Education
Health screening provided to St. Joseph School also.
Program Staff
- Jill Mullens, RN, BSN
Nurse
jmullens6@comcast.net - Erin McFarland, M.Ed., LPC
Counselor
Uniform Policy
Boys
August through October 31st and April to end of school year:
- Navy blue shorts
- White, powder blue, or navy polo shirts with “St. Joseph School” scripted on the left chest.
- Black or navy blue socks that must cover the ankle and be visible
November 1st through March 31st:
- White or Columbia blue shirts (long or short sleeve – no polo shirts)
- Navy blue pants
- Navy ties
- Navy blue or gray button up cardigan or pullover sweaters
Girls
August through October 31st, and April to end of school year:
- Navy blue shorts or skorts
- White, powder blue, or navy polo shirts with “St. Joseph School” scripted on the left chest.
- White, grey or blue knee high socks
November 1st through March 31st:
- White blouses
- Blue checked jumper or skirt
- White, grey or blue knee high socks (Navy blue or gray leggings can be worn)
- Navy blue pants (due to weather)
- Navy blue or gray button up cardigan or pullover sweaters
All Students
Uniform Shoes:
- Black or dark brown loafer or dress shoes.
- NO canvas or tennis shoes.
Gym Uniforms:
- Navy Blue only
- White, black, navy or gray tennis shoes with non-marking soles may be worn to school on gym days
- New gym uniforms must be purchased through Graphics in Print www.graphicsinprint.com.
Tennis Shoes for Recess:
- All students should have a change of tennis shoes (no specific color) with non-marking soles in their homeroom. We will use the gym during recess when it is raining or the weather is bad.
Purchase Options
School Uniforms can be, but are not required to be, purchased from Pro 3 Services.
New gym uniforms must be purchased through Graphics in Print www.graphicsinprint.com.