I was a former student at St. Joes from early 2014 to early 2018 and I just feel I need to get this off my chest after bottling it up too long. Based on my own experience I did not have a great experience at this school. I was forced into this school because I was in the special ed program aka WIN Program. If it wasn't for the special ed program then I have no reasons to go to this school I don't even live in the catchment area of this school the only options of school I have at this time is to go to Austin O Brien or St. Joes. (I was suppose to go to O'Leary as I live near that school or better off Victoria School because I don't really like being forced to follow catholic religion.) Now that ECSD offered Special Ed at almost every high school throughout Edmonton expect A. Macdonald I would think it a absurd move that they could've done this a long time ago. I've been begging to be put into regular class to go to the UofA or MacEwan but again no because the teacher have felt that I might be overwhelmed with it no matter how much I prove to my teacher that I'm competent for it nothing have changed. My dream career is to work as a Library Assistant, Psychiatric Nurse, or Junior High Teacher but nope being in K&E courses isn't gonna get me anywhere and my only options for job as of now is minimum wage working the grill at McDonald's or becoming a sex worker. I didn't even earned a single credit from this school. Also Mrs. Claudine Fuerderer is the rudest teacher I ever met I hate her so much the attitude that she gave toward her student just make me feel intrusive directly at her. Mrs. Claudine is a terrible grad coach she recommend me to go to NorQuest and guess what I did and I did the placement test at NorQuest and I wasn't placed in my ideal course to get into university. So I just wanna put a big middle finger to St. Joes for ruining my educational path thank a lot for having me drop out at 17 and ruining my overall mental health to the point that I ended up in the psych ward. Also thank a lot for this school for displaying internalized homophobia and giving me UTI for constantly locking the gender-neutral bathroom because student were doing the nasty in them like bruh you won't even like let me text or call a number to unlock the inclusive washroom or give me a key for access? I think that ridiculous and need to be evaluated before some LGBTQ+ individual is at-risk of harming themself. I was met with manipulation attempt during the open-house of this school the people that do the testimonial for this school and phrasing that it a good school are liar they are only paid actor doing it for the money. The only reason I like this school is simply the drama class Mrs. Kirk was the best but I feel like she have certain favoritism toward her students so if you expect her to develop friendship with you after you graduate good luck cause that not gonna happen. I also asked my teacher if they can refer me using gender-neutral terminology and they didn't obey they lied and honestly the hyper-masculinity and heteronormative vibe this school gave off made me feel dysphoric not on my own body but in social setting. (I was experimenting with my gender identity at the time) The student here are toxic as well lot of students here have blocked me on Instagram for no damn reason I was all nice and everything and they just straight up blocked me probably because I was in special ed or I need special privilege to them like seriously the students at this school is like Mean Girls the movie don't even bother joining the student union as all the position that you wanted to do is basically nepotism same for Improv and other extracurricular as well. Commuting to this school was a pain draining my energy and motivation to go to school I legit feel so burned out at the end of the years. In conclusion I'm never stepping foot in this school ever again even the reunion I'm nopeing out of this school I'm not even gonna connect with any of the staff in this school because they are so toxic and a narcissist.

Rude Teachers. Leroy stang, He can be pretty nice to some students but most of the time hes rude and hes been rude to me and has no manners at all. but i guess it doesnt matter cause hes a teacher right? I politely asked for help and during the time i was explaining what i need help with he just seems unfazed and he shut me off by sayjng “why are you here?” in a very rude and loud tone embarrassing me infront of everyone even tho i didnt do anything wrong. I politely repeated myself again that I need his help with stuff that he can only help me with but then again I got a rude response “dont just come up here”. I let that slide, but he would also treat me and some students in rude way. Like when were walking in hallway even tho hes the one in the way he flips off and when hes handing thungs he throws it like your his slave and he does whatever he wants and he has a lot more problematic stuff. Literally go ask the other students as ive heard they also made comments about him but people are afraid to speak up because no teachers will care bcs hes a teacher

I attended this school between the years 2009-2012 with upgrading in 2013. Some of the best years of my life were spent here. The building itself is large and majestic, and there are no shortages of comfortable seating areas and computer space available. The staff, teachers, and program instructors are friendly, helpful, and experienced, and the self-directed learning program really helps you learn how to deal with project deadlines that aren't unlike what you'd encounter in the working world. The various trade, art, and sports programs cover a wide range of professions and have been critical in shaping the careers of myself and the many friends I made there. What's truly wonderful though, is the support that the school offers to students with various physical and psychological disabilities. I never would've done nearly as well in an academic setting without it. Whether you live in or outside of downtown, whether your family has been here for centuries or for months, you really can't do better than if your children attend St. Joseph High School.

being at St Joe's is a truly amazing experience to have where the teachers are very nice and they help with whatever you need help with and you can talk to them whenever you have a problem with someone and something and the festivities there are fun and incredible where you can listen and learn from teachers and the programs they have there is just fantastic I love to go to St Joe's cause it really makes you feel welcome to the school in a very positive way and not a negative way.

Great place to explore your potential and thrive your self. They offer GCL and PSDL programs for you to actively study and manage your time well, so your schedule can be flexible. The most important is you have to be self-motivated and hardworking. Teachers are helpful and friendly, so don’t hesitate to ask them for one-on-one instruction on the floors if you need help. “Taste of St. Joe’s” is definitely the most wonderful experience at St. Joe’s.

This school is damn terrible because first off the staff members don't even care about a student getting an education! They were straight up b******!! If I could give lower than a one star I would. How do you hire your people! Tell them to stop putting false hope about what they can't promise. Dont say stuff you can't hold. Plus registration is a b****

I attended St. Joes from 2009 to 2013. Some of the best memories that I made in my life. I was in the PSDL program, at the time, I really enjoyed it. Teachers were all very nice (aside from the art teacher) and I truly loved this school. It's a very good school, if anyone is considering it.

PLEASE JUST KICK OUT THE PEOPLE WHO VAPE AND HANG OUT IN THE BATHROOMS AND STOP CLOSING THEM DOWN. i am soooo tired of having to. Go to different floors of the school just to use the bathroom. Oh my god. Please. (Otherwise positive school experience aside from the bathroom group people)

I went here to run away from this one girl(still not over her) but ended up having a great time. Well, grad was kinda wack but I made great friends I can't imagine living life without now haha.

The are swamping me with three core subjects and 5 total subjects for the first semester. Never been more stressed but ey at least I only have 3 subjects to deal with for the next semester ;DD

I went to this school from September 3rd 2019-June 2022. I graduated from this school on June 2nd 2022. Met a lot of new awesome friends.

Went to the school's production of Chicago, WOW, well done! Those kids (and their teacher) should be very proud

Watched a unbelievably awesome play in the theatre here. Would recommend to anyone who is a lover of the arts

It has change appearance since I attended there. It was a beautiful school and the staff were very helpful.

made alot of drug money from this fantastic school 10/10 would sell to staff again

I just wanna know if this school we have to pay or its public??

Nice school and i know many student achieve his or her goals..

please let me use the elevator time to time my leg hurt

Certainly it does a great job of being a school,

The best school I have ever seen in Google maps

Mid school. Smoked cigarettes in the washroom

ive never been so stressed but its coolio :)

So many memories, go Saints …

Never went to this school...

not very wheelchair friendly

It is a good school

Bad online school.

Very nice people

Amazing School

Felt scammed

Good

Wow