Mission in Action:
2025–2026 Year in Review
The 2025–2026 school year was filled with opportunities for students to grow in faith, academics, service, and leadership. Faith remained at the center of school life through weekly Mass, daily prayer, reconciliation during Advent and Lent, school-wide Adoration, student-led rosaries and prayer services, Living Stations, and middle school retreats held throughout our Four Parishes One Faith community. A special milestone was celebrated as middle school student Hailey Beckman received her First Communion and First Reconciliation, a decision she prayerfully made on her own.
Students put their faith into action through service opportunities at the Benjamin House, monthly meal preparation and service at
St. Vincent de Paul, charitable outreach projects, and community partnerships. Strong family engagement continued through volunteerism, school events, concerts, open houses, fundraising efforts, and classroom activities.
Academically, students benefited from small class sizes, individualized support, classroom aides in the primary grades, hands-on learning opportunities, and strengthened literacy instruction as all PreK–4 teachers became certified in the Science of Reading.
Student achievements extended well beyond the classroom. The Robotics Team advanced to the World Championship Tournament and earned the prestigious World Excellence Award. Athletics, music, and extracurricular participation remained strong, while the performing arts flourished with outstanding productions of “Alice in Wonderland” and “Knead a Little Christmas.” The growing Middle School Band program provided additional opportunities for students to develop their talents and share them with the community. Together, these accomplishments reflect St. Joseph School’s mission to form disciples of Christ who are prepared to lead lives of faith, service, and excellence.
Please review the full Annual Report below. If you’d like a printed copy of this report, contact Mrs. Emily Hagen at 715-736-3113 or email e.hagen@sjsricelake.org.
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