Dear Prospective Students and Families,
Thank you for your interest in St. Joseph Catholic School in Bradenton. As the only Catholic School in Manatee County, our mission is to nurture the growth and development of the whole child from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, within the framework of a Christ-centered environment. It is our responsibility to provide students opportunities for spiritual growth, and enhancement of Christian values, so that each may pursue a life centered in Jesus Christ.
Our teachers are committed to offering each student the opportunity to grow to his or her highest potential. The curriculum offers students ample opportunities for heightened success and self-esteem and we are proud of our students' accomplishments. Our students have competed at the local Knights of Columbus Spelling Bee Competition, going on to win at the regional level, and place at the state competition. The Manatee County DAR Essay Contest had our sixth, seventh, and eighth graders all placing in first place for the county. In addition, nationally over half of our students score in the top 10% of testing in one or more subject areas.
St. Joseph Catholic School recognizes the importance of a strong working relationship between home and school. It is this bond that allows parents and faculty to work closely together in all aspects of school life, with the students as the center of their efforts.
There are several ways to obtain more information about St. Joseph Catholic School.
I encourage you to:
• Call the school at 941-755-2611
• Complete the Contact Us Form to take a personal tour
• Have your child shadow in a classroom
• Attend an Open House
• Explore our website
Sincerely,
Deborah Suddarth
Principal