September 19, 2025

Message from the Director of Enrollment

Greetings, Saint Joseph High School families,

Now that the school year is underway, the energy around campus is contagious! From classrooms to athletics fields to fine arts rehearsals, our students are diving in with excitement and determination. September is such a special time — routines are settling in, friendships are growing, and the rhythm of the school year is taking shape. As we move through the month, I am grateful to witness the many ways Saint Joe continues to form compassionate, capable young people who lead with both heart and mind.



Through this newsletter, I hope you experience the warmth and spirit that make our community unique!

Dr. Nadia Ewing '99

Director of Enrollment

Applications for the 2026-27 school year are open on October 1!

Click here to begin your application when available

Wednesday, Oct. 1: Applications Open for the 2026-27 Academic Year

Sunday, Nov. 2: Open House

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

All are welcome to attend our annual Open House! Meet faculty, experience a student-guided school tour, and explore the extracurricular opportunities available to students. The last tours will start at 2:30 p.m.

Admissions Process and Affordability Session (Prior to the start of Open House)

12:00 p.m., Black Box Theatre

Principal John Kennedy will be joined by Dr. Nadia Ewing '99, Director of Enrollment and Robbie Berger, Business Manager, to share information about the admission process and affording a Saint Joseph High School education. The session will include Indiana School Choice Scholarship information. 

Saturday, Nov. 15: High School Placement Testing (HSPT)

8:30 a.m. - 12:00/12:30 p.m.

Doors Open 8:00 a.m., Event Entrance (St. Louis Blvd.)

Placement testing is a diocesan requirement and a part of the admissions process. All 8th grade students considering Saint Joseph High School are required to take the HSPT. The HSPT is a series of timed tests of verbal skills, quantitative skills, reading, mathematics and language skills. Additionally, we include an essay. HSPT test scores, along with recommendations from your child's current teachers, principal and/or counselor, help to place students in appropriate freshman classes. This is the first of two dates offered for the HSPT. To RSVP, please complete the form here.

Do you want to practice for the HSPT? Here is a link to a practice test. This test is not affiliated with Saint Joe High School nor HSPT, but an aid to review and prepare to come take the test.

Saturday, Dec. 6: High School Placement Testing Alternate Date

Students who cannot make the first placement test on November 15 may sign up to take the test on December 6.

Congratulations to Joey Harshman and Jack Erdman on being named Semifinalists in the National Merit Scholarship Competition. Less than 1% of high school seniors across the country receive this distinction.

We recently celebrated Catholic School Mission Day, an opportunity for Catholic school teachers, administrators, pastoral ministers, and counselors to gather at the start of the school year for inspiration and to focus on the mission of Catholic education. Mr. Tommy Kostielney ’08, served as the keynote speaker.

Thank you to the Saint Joe families, students, and faculty/staff for making Back to School Night a success.

On Tuesday, September 9, we came together as a school community to celebrate Mass. It was a meaningful way to start the day united in faith and spirit!

Every month, Saint Joe recognizes seniors and faculty/staff who have contributed to the Saint Joe community in a positive, unique way. This month's award winners are Caden Clifford, Mr. John Smolinski, and Mae Sollmann. Congratulations!

Girls Flag Football won their first game in the inaugural season earning the first win in program history over LaVille High School 73-8. The defense was key to the game turning interceptions into touchdowns on 4 occasions. The Huskies are back on the field next Wednesday, September 24 vs. Adams.

Congratulations to Girls Golf on winning the NIC Tournament with a score of 313. Lucy Dunham lead the way with an individual best, 68. Way to go, Huskies!

Boys Tennis took home 1st Place at the Crown Point Invitational on Saturday, September 6. With a total team score of 42 points they claimed the invitational title over Zionsville High School in the second place spot. Other participating schools were Chesterton, Crown Point, Hanover Central, Lafayette Jeff, Logansport, and Valparaiso.

Boys and Girls Cross Country both won the Northwood Invite with identical scores of 45. Izzy Frabutt was the individual champion in 19:38. Robert Schmid won the boys JV race, Nathalie Brodeur won the girls JV race.

Boys and Girls Cross Country both captured 1st place at the 17-school New Prairie Kickoff Classic. The Boys turned in a dominant performance with Max Elick, Gonzalo Serrano, and James Sieradzki finishing 1-2-4. On the Girls’ side, Izzy Frabutt, Rebecca Anatolios, and Eleanor Veselik all placed in the top ten, powering the team to victory despite not running a full lineup. The girls improved to 46-1 on the year, while the boys now stand at 44-3

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New issues of Prospective Soundings will be sent monthly.

If you know someone interested in receiving Prospective Soundings please direct them to our inquiry form or email Director of Enrollment, Dr. Nadia Ewing 99'.