ABOUT US
Welcome to St. Joseph School,
Home of the Dragons!
Dear St. Joseph Families,
Welcome to St. Joseph School! Whether you are joining our community for the first time or returning for another year, we are grateful that you are part of our school family. Together, we share a sacred partnership in nurturing each child's spiritual, intellectual, social, and emotional growth.
At St. Joseph School, our mission extends beyond academics. Rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ and the rich traditions of the Catholic faith, we strive to cultivate students who know God's love, seek wisdom, serve others with compassion, and lead with integrity. Every day, we work to create an environment where each child is known, valued, challenged, and inspired to become the person God has called them to be.
We are also proud to be part of Pax Christi Academies, a network of schools reimagining Catholic Education in partnership with Church leaders and families. As a Pax Christi Academy, St. Joseph is committed to fostering excellence in Faith, Intellect, Character, and Citizenship. Through this mission, we provide our students the opportunity to encounter Christ, excel academically, and thrive in a supportive and joy-filled learning environment.
At St. Joseph School, education is a partnership among families, faculty, parish, and community. Your involvement, encouragement, and trust are essential to the success of our students, and we are grateful to walk alongside you on this journey. Together, we will celebrate accomplishments, navigate challenges, and nurture young people who are prepared to lead lives of faith, purpose, and service.
Thank you for choosing St. Joseph School. We look forward to sharing a year filled with learning, growth, friendship, and God's abundant blessings.
May God continue to bless our students, families, faculty, and parish community as we grow together in faith, intellect, character, and citizenship.
With gratitude and blessings,
MS. ERICA AVIÑA
PRINCIPAL, ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL
OUR MISSION
St. Joseph Catholic School is dedicated to cultivating a dynamic and holistic learning environment rooted in the teachings of Christ. Guided by our faith, we strive to nurture each student’s spiritual, intellectual, emotional, and social growth. By embracing community and promoting excellence, we empower our students to become compassionate, responsible, and resilient individuals who live and lead with integrity.
Faith
We strengthen in our students the belief in the love of God; formation in the Catholic faith; and the evangelization of families.
Character
We promote the cultivation of human values and moral discernment necessary for happiness.
Intellect
We strive for the attainment of academic potential and the practical application of reason and wisdom.
Citizenship
We inculcate in our students love for our country and an understanding of civics and the history of the United States.
What is a Pax Christi School?
A New Model for Catholic Education
Pax Christi Academies is a network of five parish-based Preschool–8th Grade schools in Orange County, founded in 2024 to revitalize Catholic education. Led by a dedicated team and supported by church leadership, Pax Christi Academies empowers clergy to focus on parish life while ensuring students grow in faith, intellect, character, and citizenship.
Rooted in Christ and committed to academic excellence, Pax Christi Academies offers a new model, accessible, mission-driven, and built for the future.