Saint Joseph School

We started off in one room schoolhouses with slates and chalk.  Most of us remember desks in rows, paper and pencil, and maybe the introduction of calculators into the classroom.  As we entered the 21st century here at Saint Joseph School, we were excited to take on the next challenge of preparing our students for an ever-evolving technology sector.

Now, thanks to a $100,000 Beyond Sunday Grant from the Roman Catholic Foundation, Saint Joseph School has a state-of-the-art Makerspace lab! With the additional support from our Home & School association and other donors, we have equipped the lab with laptops, a 3D printer, a green screen, and new furniture. We are currently working in collaboration with the Clavius Project and several Region 6 schools to make the resources available to all of our students. In doing so, we hope to foster a stronger sense of community with our fellow Region 6 schools.
 
SJS students in K-3 have computer class each week and work on skills ranging from computer literacy and touch typing to STREAM-based lessons such as coding and use of the green screen.
 
For our students in grades 4-8, computer class is held twice a week, allowing more opportunities to perfect basic computer skills while also delving more deeply into computer science topics including coding, animation, robotics, 3D modeling/printing, and web design.