Discover Faith and Learning: A Chat with Maricela Perez, St. Joseph Catholic School's Principal

Kicking off our English podcast series, Javier Rene Solis from To The Max016670, in conjunction with McAllen Catholic Community, talks with Maricela Perez, Principal of St. Joseph Catholic School in Edinburg, Texas. St. Joseph Catholic School is focused on service to others and instilling a love for God in its students. The school follows a modified classical curriculum that combines state objectives with the study of truth, wisdom, and beauty. The school emphasizes joy in learning and starts each day with prayer and assembly. The involvement of parents and the community is strong, with support from the parish and organizations like the Knights of Columbus. The school aims to teach students the tenets of the faith and help them understand their purpose in life. The principal, Maricela Perez, is dedicated to leading with love, dignity, and compassion.
Takeaways
• St. Joseph Catholic School focuses on service to others and instilling a love for God in its students.
• The school follows a modified classical curriculum that combines state objectives with the study of
truth, wisdom, and beauty.
• The school emphasizes joy in learning and starts each day with prayer and assembly.
• The involvement of parents and the community is strong, with support from the parish and
organizations like the Knights of Columbus.
• The school aims to teach students the tenets of the faith and help them understand their purpose in
life.
• The principal, Maricela Perez, is dedicated to leading with love, dignity, and compassion.
★ TABLE OF CONTENTS ★
• 0:00 Introduction and History of St. Joseph Catholic School
• 0:58 The Importance of Service and Love for God
• 4:40 Emphasizing Joy and Prayer
• 9:20 Teaching the Tenets of Faith and Purpose
• 12:38 Leading with Love, Dignity, and Compassion
• 13:08 Inviting Parents and Community Involvement