Saint Joseph Regional High School Is Educating Young Men

This Patch article is sponsored by Saint Joseph Regional High School.

Saint Joseph Regional High School is an all boys college preparatory high school located on a 33-acre, state-of-the-art campus in Montvale, New Jersey. Since 1962, St. Joe’s has been committed to forming the Vir Fidelis — the faithful man. It does so by embracing a holistic approach to the education of young men and challenging them to think, lead and serve.

The school's academic programs produce young men who are accepted into the most competitive colleges and universities. Its outstanding performing arts program offers wonderful opportunities for creativity and self-expression, while its co-curricular programs offer countless ways to build relationships. And when it comes to its athletic programs, St. Joe's is second to none in New Jersey.

Patch caught up with Ryan Asselta, director of admissions and marketing at Saint Joseph Regional High School, to learn more about the school and its approach to education.

Patch: How long have you been an educator?

Asselta: I am new to the position and have been director of admissions since August 2020.

Patch: Why should parents send their children to your school or organization?

Asselta: Here are some ways students will benefit from our approach to education:

• Through a Catholic education, rooted in the Xaverian tradition and continued with the Marist charism, students will bring to life the richness of their faith through their service and conduct.
• A demanding academic program delivered in a safe learning environment forms the foundation for scholastic growth and success by developing organizational skills, encouraging problem solving, fostering a zeal for learning while promoting independent thinking and effective communication.
• Students develop a sense of accomplishment in a welcoming community that recognizes the unique gifts, talents, and skills of each individual through academics, athletics, fine arts and extracurricular activities.
• The school community is committed to the principles of fairness, dignity, and moral conduct rooted in Gospel values.
• Students learn civic responsibility through participation and leadership in service to their local, national, and faith communities.
• Educating young men from diverse geographical, religious and socio-economic backgrounds and abilities lies at the heart of our calling.

Patch: What kind of extracurricular activities does your school provide?

Asselta: SJR offers 13 Varsity athletic teams and over 35 different clubs and activities.
SJR’s Performing Arts program is annually recognized as one of the best in the state of New Jersey.

Patch: How can Patch readers learn more about your school or organization?

Asselta: Families can learn more about St. Joseph Regional by visiting us both on campus and on our website. We offer private family tours of our 33-acre campus Monday through Thursday afternoons.

You can register for a tour or explore more about SJR on our website.