SJS House System
We are excited to announce the launch of our new house system. The mission of the St. Joseph School House System is to form a strong faith filled community of students practicing Catholic virtues as they think critically and work purposefully.
The Houses are designed to reflect four Catholic virtues. Each House emblem includes a Catholic virtue and symbol related to the virtue as well as a Biblical character who exemplified the virtue. Their significance will be taught and discussed during House meetings. Students will research saints, individuals on the path to sainthood, and historical figures who have lived the virtues associated with each House.
The House System is used to influence positive behavior while promoting character building and creating an inclusive school culture. Implementing this system will provide students and families the opportunity for service, friendly competition, team building, leadership, and promoting school spirit. Implementing this system will encourage greater parent and community involvement in school activities.
Gaudium House - Meaning: Joy, Biblical Character: King David, Color: Green
Industria House - Meaning: Diligence, Biblical Character: Noah, Color: Red
Lumen House – Meaning: Light, Biblical Character: Moses, Color: Orange
Veritas House – Meaning: Truth, Biblical Character: Abraham, Color Purple
Here’s what to expect:
- House Pride: Students wear their House wristbands daily to show House pride. There are designated House Spirit days throughout the year.
- Earning Points: There are many ways in which students earn points. Students earn points for “ROAR”ing throughout the day.
Students Show RESPECT as Jesus did, Serve OTHERS as Jesus did, Have a positive ATTITUDE like Jesus did, and Act RESPONSIBLY like Jesus was. Points that are earned by individuals are also earned for their House. COMING SOON…Even parents can help by earning points!
- House Meetings: House meetings are held to promote team bonding, to celebrate House accomplishments and to set House goals, as well as to plan House events.
- House Leaders: Teachers are currently acting as House Leaders and are modeling leadership skills for Middle School students who will be leading the Houses
- House Champs: The House at the end of each trimester who has the most points will be deemed the House Champion.