St. Joseph’s Catholic School provides a challenging PreK2 through six grade curriculum, developed by the Diocese of Savannah that is based upon both national and state standards.
Our beliefs that stem from core values that are central to our faith and serve to ensure the success of our students as they become productive citizens of the world.
We offer numerous extracurricular activities to enrich a child’s education and enable him to be a well-rounded individual with a diverse set of interests.
St. Joseph’s Catholic School, a private school located in historic downtown Macon, Georgia, offers a Christian education of the highest quality to children of all faiths in grades Pre-K2 through 5th. The faculty and staff partner with our parents to provide the best educational experience for the children. St. Joseph’s Catholic School affords a balanced yet challenging academic curriculum that integrates faith, culture, and life. Our students are taught to be responsible, independent, and enthusiastic learners.
St. Joseph’s Catholic School strives to build a strong academic foundation beginning with our preschool program. Our preschool offers children age two through four with a loving environment where they can learn, grow, and play. During the elementary school years, SJS continues to foster learning in a diverse environment that embraces a collaborative approach with parents. Students are taught in a variety of learning models where they are encouraged to be creative thinkers, problem solvers, and active leaders. St. Joseph’s Catholic School provides a seamless transition to Mount de Sales Academy where the Sisters of Mercy legacy continues with the right balance of academic rigor, faith-enriching programs, and extracurricular activities.
Preparing students to be future leaders is the signature of a St. Joseph’s education.
We are so blessed to welcome our new Elementary Librarian, Mrs. Stokes!🙏🥳
Mrs. Stokes earned her Bachelor of Science in Middle Grades Education with a concentration in English Language Arts and a focus on reading and social science/history from Mercer University in Macon, Georgia. She also holds a Master's degree in Early Childhood Education from Georgia College & State University in Milledgeville. After 31 years of teaching in the Bibb County School System, Mrs. Stokes is beginning an exciting new chapter where she looks forward to sharing her love of books and inspiring a lifelong passion for reading in every student she meets.
Originally from Dublin, Georgia, Mrs. Stokes graduated from Dublin High School in 1987. She and her husband, Jeff, have been married for 32 years and are the proud parents of two daughters, Lexikay Stokes and Jana Kate Walker Stokes. They also cherish spending time with their grandson, Teagyn Thompson, who is a student here at SJS!
Mrs. Stokes says she is honored to become part of the St. Joseph's community and "can't wait to help students discover the joy, adventure, and lifelong love of reading!" We can't wait either, Mrs. Stokes!💙💫
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Congratulations 👏🎉
Welcome to SJS!!!! 💙💛
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The St. Joseph's curriculum gives students the intellectual and spiritual foundation they need to thrive throughout their childhood and far beyond. We form curious, capable learners who pursue truth, meet challenges with confidence, and live their faith with purpose.✝️
The Diocese of Savannah provides St. Joseph's with a continuously updated curriculum that is academically challenging, developmentally appropriate, and in alignment with national and state standards. Encouraging life-long, self-reflective learners to grow in both intellectual wisdom and spiritual grace is at the center of all we do here. Each student is required to participate in every subject area taught at his or her grade level, which includes core academic subjects as well as Religion, Arts, Spanish, Media/Technology, and Physical Education.
Curious to learn more about what sets an SJS education apart? Visit our website and get in touch: admissions@sjsmacon.org 💙
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Let's all give Mrs. Payton a warm welcome back to SJS as an aide in Mrs. Driggers 2nd Grade classroom!💙🥳
Mrs. Payton is very happy to return to SJS this upcoming school year. Originally from Michigan, Mrs. Payton moved to Macon by way of West Virginia in 2006! She attended Marshall University earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Education with a concentration in Sports Medicine. She started her teaching career in 2008 at Howard Middle School and worked in Special Education for the next 13 years. She began her career at St. Joseph’s Catholic School in 2020.
Mrs. Payton has 3 adult children: Madeline, Kyle , and Grace. In her spare time, she loves spending time with her husband Anthony and their 2 dogs, Ovi and Oz. Fun facts about Mrs. Payton: she loves hockey, dogs, and has a big sweet tooth!🎂
We are delighted to have you back, Mrs. Payton!🕊
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So glad you are back, Mary!
Woo hoo! So happy Mrs. Payton is back.
I am very excited to be back at SJS ! 💙💛🙂
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When school is out, we sometimes catch ourselves dreaming of all the delicious meals we ate this past year…😋🥕🥘
How many schools get to say that their nutrition program is led by an award-winning chef? We are so blessed to have Chef Chelsia Ogletree at the heart of our cafeteria planning meals that awaken the senses, fuel the day, and teach our Knights about other cultures! Chef Chelsia is a Chopped champion and 2025 Georgia Grown Executive Chef of the Year.🕊
This year, Chef Chelsia's menus featured meals from 23 different countries and cultures. Weekly themes expose children to different textures and flavors, diversifying their palates and teaching them how food reflects the history and traditions of people around the world. Through these efforts, Chef Chelsia helps us create moments of connection, generosity, and belonging around our shared table, with delicious meals at the center.
At SJS, experiential learning doesn't stop just because it's lunchtime!💙
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Join us in giving Mrs. Jodie Fort a very warm welcome to St. Joseph's 3rd Grade classroom!💙🥳
Mrs. Fort has a passion for helping students grow academically, socially, and spiritually. She holds both a Bachelor's and Master's from American InterContinental University and is currently pursuing her Doctorate in Education at Liberty University, specializing in Curriculum and Instruction. Throughout Mrs. Fort's career, she has committed to creating engaging learning environments where students feel valued, supported, and encouraged to reach their full potential.
"I believe that education is about more than academics," says Mrs. Fort. "It’s about building character, fostering confidence, and inspiring a lifelong love of learning." She also shares that she is very excited to join us at SJS, and is especially looking forward to being part of our faith-filled community with a focus on strong moral character and true family involvement.
When not teaching or studying, Mrs. Fort enjoys playing with her fur baby Bella, watching Lifetime Movies, talking on the phone with family and friends, reading, listening to music, eating seafood, and spending quality time with her husband. Community is very important to Mrs. Fort—we know she will fit right in here.😁
Welcome, Mrs. Fort!💙
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Welcome to the Knight family! 💙💛
Welcome to SJS!
Welcome to SJS!!💙💛
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