Mission & Vision
Guided by the Franciscan Sisters of Allegany, we foster a community of excellence, scholarship, and service.
Our Mission
St. Joseph’s Teachers’ College is committed to fostering excellence in teaching, learning, scholarship, and relationships. We strive to empower and affirm our staff and students by providing an environment that encourages and supports personal and professional development.
We pledge to build partnerships that value humility, joy, and integrity, which are characteristics of our founder.
Our Vision
We seek to build a community guided by Franciscan values based on the Gospel, fostering and sustaining a culture of excellence as a way of life.
Core Values
Relationship with God
Living and working in faith guided by Gospel principles.
Environmental Stewardship
Reverence and care for both natural and built environments.
Sense of Community
Fostering collaboration, belonging, and mutual support.
Professionalism
Demonstrating responsibility, dedication, and ethical conduct.
Respect
Valuing the dignity, diversity, and worth of every person.
Passion for Excellence
Striving for high standards in all institutional facets.
Accountability
Serving others with humility and taking ownership of actions.