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Saint Joseph Academy is a welcoming community where young women achieve academic excellence and pursue their passions. We take bold steps to help young women in Northeast Ohio meet the challenges of a new century in an environment where students can reach their highest potential, whether in the classroom, on the field or on stage. Saint Joseph Academy takes pride in developing each young woman’s unique talents, ensuring they are supported by strong role models and inspired by their peers. As the only all-girls high school in the City of Cleveland, Saint Joseph Academy's beautiful college-like campus offers state-of-the-art facilities for its 675+ young women to help them flourish.

8th Grade Events

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  • 8th Grade Shadowing

    Shadowing provides an excellent opportunity for girls to spend a full school day at Saint Joseph Academy - attending our classes, touring our beautiful campus and meeting many of our amazing teachers and students. 

    Shadowing dates for 8th-graders are available in the fall. Visiting students should plan to be on campus from 7:45 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. on a shadow day and must provide their own transportation. Girls shadowing will enjoy a complimentary lunch while dining with their host.

    Click here to register.

  • Admission Testing

    All 8th-grade girls considering Saint Joseph Academy (SJA) are required to take an Admission test as part of the high school admission process. Saint Joseph Academy uses the High School Placement Test (HSPT).

    Registration is required. Click here to register.


  • Open House

    We are excited to share the Saint Joseph Academy experience with you! Open House is a wonderful opportunity to learn about our academic offerings, meet our amazing teachers, current students and coaches, as well as tour our beautiful campus including the renovated Fitzmaurice Hall and the 4,800 sq. ft. Howley Makerspace innovation lab.

    Our fall Open House is on Sunday, October 22 from 1-4 p.m.
    Registration is required. Click here to register for a time slot.

  • HSPT Test Prep with Seeley Test Pros

    Saint Joseph Academy partners with Seeley Test Pros to offer classes to prepare 7th and 8th grade girls for taking the High School Placement Test (HSPT). This test is required as part of the Saint Joseph Academy admission process. 

    Registration will open when available.

    Space is limited. Register as soon as possible to ensure a spot. Additional class dates are available at seeleytestpros.com. For more details, contact Mrs. Amy Seeley at 216.965.5162 or  amy@seeleytestpros.com.

    ***Disclaimer: This class does not take the place of actually registering and taking a high school placement test.***
    Benefits of taking the HSPT prep class:
    • Help gain admissions to their #1 high school choice
    • Qualify for scholarship opportunities
    • Test into more advanced curriculum choices, including Honors and Advanced Placement® courses
    Students who attend this prep class will:
    • Take an official, retired HSPT test under testing conditions
    • Receive a detailed report of their HSPT test results
    • Learn valuable test-taking tips and techniques
    • Review essential content relevant to the test
    • Gain test confidence and reduce test anxiety
    • Prepare for the HSPT test at Saint Joseph Academy or any other area Catholic high school
    • Receive an HSPT textbook and instructional materials
    For more details or to register call Mrs. Amy Seeley at 216.965.5162.

  • Summer Programs

    Registration for our 2024 Summer Programs will open in February. Our offerings empower girls to enhance their skills or explore new ones. Specifically, our Summer Enrichment Program is the perfect opportunity for 7th and 8th grade girls to begin their journey as a Jaguar.

    Visit sja1890.org/summer to see what we offered in 2023.

2nd-7th Grade Events

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  • Explore the Academy: 5th, 6th & 7th Grade Visit Day

    Ever wonder what it's like to take classes at Saint Joseph Academy? Girls in grades 5, 6 and 7 are invited to learn with a fun twist while engaging with our amazing teachers and current students. This event lasts half a day.

    Click here to register.

  • Open House

    We are excited to share the Saint Joseph Academy experience with you! Open House is a wonderful opportunity to learn about our academic offerings, meet our amazing teachers, current students and coaches, as well as tour our beautiful campus including the renovated Fitzmaurice Hall and the 4,800 sq. ft. Howley Makerspace innovation lab.

    Our fall Open House is on Sunday, October 22 from 1-4 p.m.
    Registration is required. Click here to register for a time slot.

  • 7th Grade Shadowing

    Shadowing provides an excellent opportunity for girls to spend a portion of the school day at Saint Joseph Academy - attending classes, touring our beautiful campus and meeting many of our amazing teachers and students. 

    Shadowing dates for 7th graders are available in the spring. Visiting students should plan to be on campus from 7:45 a.m. until 12 p.m. on a shadow day and must provide their own transportation. Girls shadowing will enjoy a complimentary lunch.

    Registration will open when available.

  • Christmas at the Academy

    Girls won't want to miss out on this cherished Saint Joseph Academy tradition! Girls in grades 2-5 are invited to get ready for Christmas by attending this Student Ambassador-led event on Sunday, December 10 from 1-2:30 p.m. at the Academy. Students will participate in an afternoon filled with the holiday spirit. Registration will open in November.

    Registration will open when available.

  • Easter at the Academy

    Girls in grades 2-5 are invited to hop into Easter at Saint Joseph Academy on Sunday, April 14, 2024 1-2:30 p.m.! This tradition is filled with fun, games and a spring-themed craft. 

    Registration will open when available.

  • HSPT Test Prep with Seeley Test Pros

    Saint Joseph Academy partners with Seeley Test Pros to offer classes to prepare 7th and 8th grade girls for taking the High School Placement Test (HSPT). This test is required as part of the Saint Joseph Academy admission process. 

    Registration will open when available.

    Space is limited. Register as soon as possible to ensure a spot. Additional class dates are available at seeleytestpros.com. For more details, contact Mrs. Amy Seeley at 216.965.5162 or  amy@seeleytestpros.com.

    ***Disclaimer: This class does not take the place of actually registering and taking a high school placement test.***
    Benefits of taking the HSPT prep class:
    • Help gain admissions to their #1 high school choice
    • Qualify for scholarship opportunities
    • Test into more advanced curriculum choices, including Honors and Advanced Placement® courses
    Students who attend this prep class will:
    • Take an official, retired HSPT test under testing conditions
    • Receive a detailed report of their HSPT test results
    • Learn valuable test-taking tips and techniques
    • Review essential content relevant to the test
    • Gain test confidence and reduce test anxiety
    • Prepare for the HSPT test at Saint Joseph Academy or any other area Catholic high school
    • Receive an HSPT textbook and instructional materials
    For more details or to register call Mrs. Amy Seeley at 216.965.5162.

  • Summer Programs

    Registration for our 2024 Summer Programs will open in February. Our offerings empower girls to enhance their skills or explore new ones. Specifically, our Summer Enrichment Program is the perfect opportunity for 7th and 8th grade girls to begin their journey as a Jaguar.

    Visit sja1890.org/summer to see what we offered in 2023.

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