Mission
Our Mission
At St. Joseph Regional High School, our mission is clear and inspiring:
To educate the Vir Fidelis—the Faithful Man—who will think critically, lead confidently, and humbly serve in brotherhood.
We are driven by a deep belief that:
- Faith in Action: Rooted in the Xaverian tradition and enriched by the Marist charism, a Catholic education empowers students to live their faith through service and character.
- Academic Excellence: A rigorous academic program delivered in a safe and nurturing environment fosters independent thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication skills while inspiring a lifelong love of learning.
- Individual Growth: Each student’s unique talents, gifts, and skills are celebrated through academics, athletics, fine arts, and extracurricular activities, fostering a strong sense of community and achievement.
- Gospel Values: A commitment to fairness, dignity, and moral conduct rooted in Gospel principles guides our school community.
- Civic Responsibility: Students are prepared to lead and serve in their local, national, and faith communities through active participation and leadership.
- Diversity and Inclusivity: We embrace students from diverse geographical, religious, socio-economic, and cultural backgrounds, knowing this diversity strengthens our mission and community.
Our Vision for Graduates
Through their education at St. Joseph Regional High School, graduates will exemplify the qualities of Vir Fidelis—The Faithful Man.
Faith in Action
A graduate of SJR will:
- Live the teachings of Jesus Christ through his words and actions.
- Recognize God’s presence in every aspect of his life.
- Serve God and his faith community with a heart of compassion.
- Take responsibility for growing in his faith throughout his life.
- Pass on his faith heritage through word and example for future generations.
Moral Leadership
He will embody the morals of Vir Fidelis by:
- Recognizing his strengths and building upon them with humility.
- Taking responsibility for his actions and learning from mistakes.
- Exercising compassion by offering help to those in need.
- Striving to be his best self in faith, service, and dedication to his family, church, community, and country.
Academic Excellence
He will demonstrate the effectiveness of his education by:
- Mastering the tools and skills necessary to excel in a rigorous college preparatory curriculum.
- Developing disciplined work habits and effective study skills.
- Thinking critically and communicating clearly and persuasively.
- Cultivating a passion for lifelong learning and personal growth.
Active Citizenship
He will exhibit the attributes of a good citizen by:
- Upholding the values of freedom and embracing the responsibilities it requires.
- Collaborating with others for the common good of all.
- Defending the dignity and uniqueness of every individual.
- Taking an active role in serving his community with integrity.
Commitment to Family
He will model his life after St. Joseph by:
- Living with faithfulness, selflessness, and obedience to God.
- Acting with honor and integrity in all aspects of his life.
- Embracing the spirit of service inspired by St. Joseph.
- Maintaining a lifelong connection to his SJR family of classmates, teachers, and friends.
At St. Joseph Regional High School, we prepare young men to excel academically, grow spiritually, and lead with character and compassion in a rapidly changing world.