In an effort to encourage and affirm students in grades 4 through 8 whose academic, social and behavioral performance is outstanding, St. Joseph School will acknowledge their effort and achievement with a certificate of academic honors, at the end of each trimester. 

The criteria for such acknowledgment are as follows:

First Honors                        92 or above in each major subject area and a rating of   at least 3 or 4 in Technology, Music, Art and PE.

Second Honors                  87 or above in each major subject area and a rating of at least 3 or 4 in Technology, Music, Art and PE. 

Outstanding Effort             To be judged on an individual basis. 

A prerequisite for any outstanding achievement recognition is a satisfactory evaluation (3 or 4) in personal and social growth, and effort and study skills.