St. Joan of Arc School - Welcome

About US

Mission Statement

St. Joan of Arc parish school creates and maintains a loving environment for all students and their families by incorporating the educational standards in a faith-based educational experience to successfully develop the whole child.

School Philosophy

As teachers and life-long learners, we believe in the value and dignity of all students and their families. We recognize parents as the primary educators and respect all students and their families while establishing teamwork through communication among parents, staff, students and parish. Through cooperative learning and teacher modeling, our students gain a positive self-image and acquire Christian values which enable them to become leaders. We believe in creating a risk-free environment that fosters academic success. We will instill a joy of learning through inquiry-based lessons centered on the Archdiocesan and California State Standards.

 

Schoolwide Learning Expectations

A Graduate of Saint Joan of Arc:

 

    • Enjoys learning.
    • Has good study skills.
    • Uses higher order thinking skills.
    • Meets or exceeds educational standards.
    • Models Christian behavior.
    • Knows the sacraments and participates in religious celebrations.
    • Has a personal relationship with God.
    • Solves problems peacefully and models good sportsmanship.
    • Strives to achieve his/her personal best.
    • Takes pride in accomplishments, learns from failures, and is willing to try again.

Our Staff

We have an experienced and dedicated group of teachers and administrators. Each teacher strives to create a supportive and challenging classroom atmosphere to encourage students to participate.

  • Ms. Kerstin Forstrom
  • Ms. Tracey Willson
  • Ms. Elizabeth Cirelle
  • Ms. Jacquelyn Gilbert
  • Mr. De Los Santos
  • Mrs. Margaret Mackanic
  • Mr. Philip McCreary
  • Mrs. Emili Dagher
  • Mr. Kirk Bertrand
  • Mrs. Joanna Varvaro
  • Ms. Margarita Diaz
  • Mrs. Martha Uribe
  • Mrs. Teresa Contreras
  • Mrs. Teresa Hastings
  • Ms. Roberta Bailey
  • Mr. Honorio Vital
  • Mrs. Leticia Chavez
  • Ms. Dorene Monson
  • Ms. Myra Steen
  • Mrs. Enas Maker
  • Ms. Patricia Genovese