Parent Association
Partnering with You During Your Child's High School Journey!
Whether your child is just starting their freshman year or fully immersed in the vibrant St. Joseph High School community, we are excited to partner with you during this meaningful chapter in their lives. At St. Joe's, parents and families are vital members of the community, working hand-in-hand with faculty and staff to support student success—both in the classroom and beyond.
About the Parent Association
As a parent at St. Joseph High School, you’re automatically part of the Parent Association—a dynamic and welcoming group dedicated to enhancing the student and school experience. From baking treats to volunteering at events and attending social gatherings, there are countless opportunities to get involved and make a difference. Together with our faculty, staff, and administration, the Parent Association plays a key role in fostering a supportive and enriching environment for all.
We look forward to having you as an active part of the St. Joe's community.
SJPA MEET-N-GREET
This informal meet and greet is a wonderful opportunity to connect with other parents and learn more about the Parent Association, our programs and events, and our fundraising activities that help to enrich the student and parent experience here at SJ.
WE WANT TO HEAR YOUR THOUGHTS!
The Parent Association is constantly striving to improve and would greatly value your input. Please take a moment to complete this short survey to help us serve you better.
complete parent association survey
VOLUNTEER
Dedicate your time and talents to St. Joes by volunteering. School events are primarily volunteer-driven, with parents working on various committees. All parents are welcome to volunteer. Use the form below to register to become an SJ volunteer.
ATTEND PARENT EVENTS
We have so many events specifically for our parents and families! Joining us for these events allows you to meet other SJ parents and truly become a part of our community. All proceeds from Parent Events go toward the Parent Association.
VIRTUS TRAINING
Please note - Parent volunteers must be VIRTUS Trained as a requirement of the Diocese of Bridgeport. To explore Virtus Training options (online or in person) click here! Additional Virtus resources can also be found here.
For Questions regarding the Parent Association or Volunteering for an Event,
contact our Parent Association Co-Chairs
Shannon Fahey P '20, '22, '25, '27 or Alex Sliva P '26 at sjpa@sjcadets.org
APEX Homestay Program
St,. Joseph High School partners with APEX International Education Partners (APEX) to provide international students with local homestays. Help expand your family's global horizons and support an international student's education by hosting. For more info information about hosting or applying to study abroad as an international student, please visit www.aiepusa.com or contact APEX at info@aiepusa.com
Host families receive a generous monthly stipend per student, and a one-time sign-on bonus is available for Educators. APEX is American-owned, is CSIET accredited, employs staff locally in Connecticut, and operates with complete transparency and strict adherence to the highest ethical standards.
Heritage Student Foundation Homestay Program
Heritage Student Foundation (HSF) helps international students to be placed in safe and qualified host families with our network of families all over the country. We are continually looking for homestay families for international students who are attending high schools in the area. In terms of hosting, some of the commitments include room, board, and transportation. We offer monthly compensation $1,200 (negotiable) to cover the expenses incurred by families during hosting. For more information, you may view and download our host guidelines at www.heritagestudent.org
If you are interested in applying to be a host, please submit your application at the link below. https://heritagestudent.org/en-host-application/
After reviewing your application, a coordinator may contact you directly to discuss further details.”