MEET
DEACON PAT
Head of School. Faithful Leader. Champion of Children.
With 40 years of public school experience, Deacon Pat is leading Saint Joseph High School with vision, energy, and unwavering faith.
"Our kids tend to be much more focused, attentive, and mission-driven."
"Parents recognize that having a good moral foundation and compass helps Catholics and non-Catholics succeed."
QUALITY EDUCATION
QUALITY EDUCATION
"I’ve seen our ability to create a non-political, highly ethical atmosphere where students learn both excellent academics and moral structure."
"40% of our families are non-Catholic.
They appreciate the values and education their children receive and love to be here. We love having anyone and everyone who wants their child to be in a loving, safe and virtue based environment where they can thrive. "
“When we heard that Saint Maria Goretti High School was closing, our hearts sank.
We didn’t know where we were going to send our children and parents were distraught. Father Gallagher and Deacon Pat taking on this high school expansion to help fill the need is nothing short of heroic, and we have a very clear vision of how to get there. We’re excited to bring the high school back and give the region an alternative.”
Beyond Ordinary.
Our vibrant school has a rigorous focus on moral standards and curriculum, ensuring every student has the opportunity to thrive.
I worked in public education for almost 40 years, and one of the great things about working in a Catholic school has been watching God become part of the children’s lives.
Devastating. We had many families that would take students to St Maria Goretti when they graduated 8th grade here, so the loss was felt widespread. SJS expanding to offer high school at a tuition that is way more affordable than our neighbors in Maryland and Virginia will be nothing short of a blessing.
There is a profound value that SJS provides it’s students regardless of what a family’s religious affiliation is. If you’re looking for rigorous academics, good values and affordability – we welcome you here.