St. Joan of Arc builds on the core elementary curriculum of the State of Louisiana and the Archdiocese of New Orleans and enhances it with a wide variety of electives and learning experiences. Our program, including our preschool, is fully accredited by State of Louisiana and has earned exemplary status from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). 

Beyond Core Subjects

In addition to language arts, math, science, history and other essential subjects, our program includes a lineup of classes that exposes students to a wide array of disciplines. Subjects include:

1. Spanish (K-8)
   

2. Physical Education (K-8)
   

3. Art (K-8)
   

4. Band (3-8)
   

Additionally, students have the opportunity to expand their learning beyond the campus gates with educational field trips and visits from guest performers and speakers.

Learning for All

St. Joan of Arc prides itself on the ability to deliver quality academics across the learning spectrum of its students.  Programs allow students to work at their own paces to get the most from classroom experiences.

     For advanced students :

1. Accelerated Reader Program
   

2. Accelerated classes in grades 6-8
   

3. Leveled classes in middle school, featuring individualized scheduling and exploratory classes
   

4. High school credit available for 8th graders in Algebra I, English I, Spanish I, Physical Science, World Geography, and Art I
   

For special-needs students:

1. Speech therapist on campus
   

2. Title 1
   

3. 504 Accommodations
   

4. Special-ed programs using iPod touches and Study Buddies
   

For all students

1. Positive discipline program with caring on-site disciplinarian
   

2. Full-time guidance counselor
   
   

Because technology is vital in today’s society,  computers and tech-based learning is important at SJA for reinforcing language arts, math, science and other core subjects.   Computers are in all of our classrooms, while student homework and grades are securely accessible online.  Additionally, our technology across the curriculum includes:

1. Language Arts and Math SuccessMaker lab for K-3 grade
   

2. State-of-the-art computer lab for grades 4-8
   

3. Interactive whiteboards in most classrooms
   

4. Training in popular software programs, such as MS Word, Excel and Powerpoint
   

5. Lessons integrating Flip video cameras, iPads and iPods
   

6. Online access to school library
   

Knowledge Made Personal

Our curriculum invites students to express their passion for certain subjects. Students participate in a variety of academic contests, including:

1. Religion Fair in 4th grade
   

2. Social Studies Fair in 5th and 7th grades
   

3. Science Fair in 6th and 8th grades
   

4. Regional writing and poster contests
   

Extracurricular Activities

THE ARTS
      Band                              Art Contests
     Choir                              Musicals

SPORTS
        Baseball                      Basketball
        Cheerleading              Soccer
        Softball                       Swim Team
        Volleyball 

SPIRITUALITY
     Altar Service
     Kids for Jesus
     Mission Club
     Pro-Life Advocacy

COMMUNITY SERVICE
      4-H Club
     Student Council
     Beta Club
     Student Worker Program

ACADEMICS
     Quiz Bowl
     Duke Talent Search
     Literary Rallies
     Oratorical and Writing Contests
     Religion, Science and
     Social Studies Fairs

Traditions

The SJA community comes together throughout the year for special celebrations that make our school like no other. These joyous events connect students, their families and our River Parish neighbors.  They include:

Spring Fair
Octoberfest
Catholic Schools Week Events
Grandparents Day
Field Day
Supervised Socials
“Krewe Jeanne d’Arc” Carnival Ball