About Us

Mission Statement:

The Mission of St. Joseph Regional Elementary School is to foster the development of each student’s character and well-being: spiritually, intellectually, emotionally, socially and physically.

Focused on the teachings of Jesus Christ and in the educative program of the Religious Teachers Filippini, the Administration, Teachers and Staff will provide a compassionate and supportive community to achieve the school’s purpose.

Rooted in this Christian tradition, the students will recognize and fulfill their call to serve others in Church and Society.

History of the School:

St. Joseph Elementary School was founded in 1922 by the Pallottine Fathers. Four years later, the school was staffed by the Religious Teachers of St. Lucy Filippini (www.filippiniusa.org) whose mission is to educate and inspire young people with an awareness that will empower them to influence their world in a Christian manner. The school has a long history of excellence in education here in Hammonton. Many of its graduates pursue Catholic education at St. Joseph High School also here in Hammonton or at the other high schools of the diocese.

Administration:

Principal: Sr. Helen Sanchez, MPF

Pastor: Fr. Thomas S. Donio, of St. Mary of Mt. Carmel Parish in Hammonton, NJ

Staff:

Open House:

The school holds 2 open houses each year; one in the Fall and one in the Spring.

After Care Program:

The After Care program, coordinated by school personnel, consists of play time, homework assistance and snacks. The cost is $12 a day. It concludes at 5:30 p.m.

Lay Board Members:

The Lay Board is a group of dedicated individuals who because of their belief in Catholic education provide this service to St. Joseph Regional Elementary School. The various committees address needs of the school and its programs. The members are: Fr. Thomas Donio (pastor), Mr. Lon D’Adamo (parent and construction), Dorothy Cartica (former teacher at St. Joseph), Ms. Michelle DeFiore (parishioner and former teacher), Mr. Nick Domenico (parishioner and business), Det. Joel Frederico (alum parent and law enforcement), Mr. Richard Grillo (parishioner and accountant), Mrs. Anna Mae Jacobs (former teacher at St. Joseph), Mrs. Melissa Muller (parent), Mr. Gus Perna (parent and business), Mr. Peter Santilli (former teacher at St. Joseph), Mr. Ron Suppa (accountant), and Mr. Frank Zuber (parent and government). Sub-committees also work with the Board to provide additional expertise and support.