St. Joseph Elementary & Preparatory School State of the Schools 2015-16
Purpose of Catholic Schools Not so our children can get better jobs. Not so our children can make more money. Not so our children can get scholarships and get into the right college.
Purpose of Catholic Schools Support Parents in their role of First Teachers of the Faith Commitment made at Baptism.
Purpose of Catholic Schools Make Disciples of Christ Teaching within context of our Roman Catholic Faith. Our Roman Catholic Faith frames and gives purpose to the knowledge and wisdom we gain.
Purpose of Catholic Schools Purpose of Wisdom and knowledge Live as Disciples of Christ Using gifts and knowledge as Christ commanded us.not an option.
Purpose of Catholic Schools What does a disciple of Christ do? Celebrates the Sacraments Community works for the common good. Helps each other get to heaven. Is of service to others.
Purpose of Catholic Schools Teach the tenants of the Faith Sacraments Includes obligation to participate in Sunday Eucharist Eucharist is the source and summit of Christian Life Apostles Creed Summary of Beliefs
Enrollment K-8 236 Students 160 K-5 76 6-8 Pre-school 48
Cost to Operate School $1,302,000/yr. Parish Supports School Tuition K-5 $3925 Parishioner Scholarship $ 926 Tuition less Scholarship $2999 Tuition 6-8 $4625 Parishioner Scholarship $ 1150 Tuition less Scholarship $ 3475 Added Parish Subsidy per Student K-8 $1020
Purpose of Catholic Schools Statistics on Participation of Sunday Eucharist 29% School parishioner families - $0 Sunday Collections two years 14% School parishioner families - <$100 two years 62% School parishioner families - $0 Commitment to Community Campaign
Purpose of Catholic Schools Importance of Parents responsibility as the First Teacher Affects Credibility of school teacher teach obligation and a parent teaches a conflicting message.
Purpose of Catholic Schools Importance of Parents responsibility as the First Teacher - Understand the communities support of you and express gratitude in your participation. - Eucharist Thanksgiving - Contribute your time, talent and treasure
Purpose of Catholic Schools Challenge Other parishes taking attendance Other complicated measures for participation
The Final Phase Completing the Commitment
Commitment to Community In 2010, St. Joseph Parish embarked on the Commitment to Community Campaign Together, we raised $5.5 million to restore, renovate and rebuild the existing buildings on our campus
Community Center Community Center upgrades included: New Roof New tables & chairs New Gym Floor New Ceiling Tiles Bathroom upgrades Paint in Community Center & Gym
Church The Church was completely renovated: The pews and confessionals were restored The altar and ambo were constructed using the original altar rail The original brass church bells were restored Decorative painting highlights the church s beauty Stained glass windows were repaired The Stations of the Cross were refurbished
School/Religious Formation Building Air-Conditioning New Windows Enhanced Security Wider Hallways/removal of stairwells for better efficiency and safety Remodeled classrooms New restrooms Lockers Relocation of Parish Office/razing of old Rectory
Completing the Commitment.. The final phase of the Commitment to Community Campaign includes a new building between the church and school, making the entire campus handicapaccessible.
First Level Details Gathering Space/Funeral Luncheon Room (accommodates 100-300 people) Men s and Women s restrooms with changing tables Faith-lending library Drinking fountain Kitchenette warming kitchen with collapsible tables Technology Wi-Fi and sound from church Elevator Janitor closet
The First Floor First Level
Second Level Details Music/Choir Room General Meeting Room Two Classrooms/Adult Formation Room Technology/voice/video data (Wi-Fi)
The Second Floor Second Level
The Adoration Chapel Fifteen new seats/kneelers Private restroom Controllable HVAC Faith-lending Library Outside meditation garden Well-lit entrance & double-door security Insulated sound dampening Soft lighting to provide a prayerful environment
GOAL: $2.2 Million
How can you help? If every parish family gave a gift of $950/year for 3 years (for a total gift of $2,850), this project would be complete. If you have completed your original pledge, please consider extending your monthly donation for 3 more years.
Ways to prayerfully consider giving: One-Time Cash Gift Gifts of Stock Life Insurance Planned Giving Options Memorial Opportunities: Community Center/Parish Center ($500,000) Perpetual Adoration Chapel ($250,000) Gym or Funeral Luncheon Room ($250,000) Stained Glass Window ($30,000) Classroom ($25,000)
St. Joseph Parish has been blessed with many gifted and talented people whose efforts have provided the necessary facilities to meet parish needs throughout the generations. Now, it s our turn