• Dates: June 1, 2, 3

• Who Can Attend: Students only - open to Classes of 2027, 2028, 2029

• Cost: $0

• Location: Ashley’s Horse Farm Hammonton, NJ

• Description & Highlights: Students will engage in a hands-on, immersive learning experience at the horse farm—where classroom concepts meet real-world application. Through daily interaction with horses and farm operations, students will strengthen essential 21st-century skills including critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and communication.

  Students will take on meaningful responsibilities in animal care, farm management, and teamwork projects that require problem-solving, adaptability, and initiative. Each day presents authentic real-life scenarios that build career and life skills—from decision-making under pressure to leadership in group settings.

  Students will also explore the science and psychology of equine behavior, the ethics of animal care, and the dynamics of human–animal relationships.

• Learning Outcomes:

1. Connection to Nature: Working with horses and other farm animals takes place in a natural setting. This can foster a deeper appreciation for the environment and for animals. 

2. Problem-Solving Skills: Working in situations with horses and other farm animals can help develop quick thinking and effective decision-making skills.

3. Communication Skills: Horses respond to clear and consistent communication. Working with horses can help students develop both verbal and nonverbal communication skills.

4. Physical Benefits

   Improved Fitness: Caring for and riding horses requires physical activity, from grooming and lifting equipment to riding and mucking out stalls. These activities build strength, endurance, and flexibility.

5. Enhanced Coordination and Balance: Riding a horse develops core strength, balance, and coordination as the rider learns to move in harmony with the horse.

6. Outdoor Activity: Spending time outdoors while working with horses encourages fresh air, sunshine, and exposure to nature, contributing to overall physical well-being.

7. Skill Development: Handling horses safely involves learning specific techniques and skills, like proper posture, leading, and mounting, which can improve motor skills and agility.

8. Building Confidence: Successfully working with such large, powerful animals fosters a sense of accomplishment and boosts self-esteem.

9. Emotional Regulation: Horses are highly sensitive to human emotions, this can encourage those around them to stay calm and composed, helping them develop emotional resilience.

10. Teamwork and Collaboration: Many horse-related activities, such as barn work , require cooperation with others, teaching  the value of teamwork.

• Dates: June 1, 2, 3

• Who Can Attend: Students only - open to Classes of 2027, 2028, 2029

• Cost: $75

• Location: Hammonton, NJ

• Description & Highlights: Guided visits to local Spanish-owned restaurants and cafés in Hammonton, students will apply foundational language skills, experience authentic Hispanic cuisine, and deepen their understanding of culture, communication, and community

• Learning Outcomes: Students will develop a variety of academic, interpersonal, and real-world skills that support both language learning and personal growth. They will strengthen their communication skills by using Spanish in authentic conversations and applying proper pronunciation, vocabulary, and polite expressions. Students will also build listening and comprehension skills as they interpret spoken Spanish in a natural context. In addition, the experience will enhance intercultural and social-emotional skills, such as empathy, respect, and openness to new perspectives, as students interact with members of Hammonton’s Hispanic community. Collaboration during group activities will foster teamwork and problem-solving abilities, while reflection tasks will develop critical thinking and self-awareness. Overall, students will leave the experience with improved confidence in using Spanish and a deeper appreciation for cultural diversity and community connection.

• Dates: June 1, 2, 3

• Who Can Attend: Students only - open to Classes of 2027, 2028, 2029

• Cost: $0

• Location: St. Joe Campus Hammonton, NJ

• Description & Highlights: In this course, students will learn about the songwriting process and demonstrate their creativity and collaborative skills by working as a team to craft an original song. Students will study great songs to better understand musical structure, instrumentation, melody, harmony, and rhythm. Additionally, students will express themselves through lyric-writing activities.

• Learning Outcomes:

  1. Life Skills: Teamwork, Communication, Creativity, Problem-solving, Adaptability, Time management, Decision-making

  2. Music and Songwriting Skills: Lyric Writing, Rhythm Recognition, Melody Writing, Chord/Harmony Analysis, Form Analysis

• Dates: June 2, 3, 4

• Who Can Attend: Students only - open to Classes of 2027, 2028, 2029

• Cost: $300

• Location: Yogi Bear Williamstown, NJ

• Description & Highlights: Students will participate in an overnight camping experience designed to promote teamwork, independence, and connection with nature. The trip includes guided outdoor activities, campfire discussions, group challenges, and structured downtime that encourages reflection, collaboration, and personal growth in a safe and supervised environment.

• Learning Outcomes: By the end of the Wild Explorations, students will be able to:

1. Hands-on Learning: Interactive lessons in environmental science, survival skills, and outdoor navigation.

2. Leadership & Teamwork: Group challenges, problem-solving activities, and leadership development exercises.

3. Adventure & Exploration: Guided hikes, orienteering, and nature-based discovery.

4. Survival Skills – Fire building, shelter-making, and basic first aid training.

5. Environmental Awareness: Understanding ecosystems, conservation, and sustainability practices.

6. Personal Growth: Building resilience, confidence, and adaptability in an outdoor setting.

7. Reflection & Discussion: Campfire talks, journaling, and group reflections to enhance learning.

8. Fun & Engagement: Bonding activities, games, and creative problem-solving challenges.

• Dates: June 1, 2, 3

• Who Can Attend: Students only - open to Classes of 2027, 2028, 2029

• Cost: $0

• Location: St. Joe Campus Hammonton, NJ

• Description & Highlights: Designing the Digital Future is a hands-on, three-day mini-course that introduces high school students to the creative and problem-solving skills behind modern digital design and technology. Students explore how digital tools shape communication, innovation, and everyday life while learning to think like designers, creators, and innovators in a rapidly evolving digital world.

  Course Highlights

  • Hands-on design challenges using real-world digital tools

  • Introduction to design thinking and user-centered problem solving

  • Exploration of digital media, technology, and emerging careers

  • Collaborative projects that encourage creativity and innovation

  • Emphasis on ethical, responsible, and purposeful technology use

• Learning Outcomes:

  1. Apply basic design thinking principles to solve real-world problems

  2. Create and present a simple digital design or prototype

  3. Collaborate effectively in teams to brainstorm, design, and refine ideas

  4. Communicate design choices clearly through visual and verbal presentation

  5. Demonstrate an understanding of how digital tools impact society and future careers

• Dates: TBD

• Who Can Attend: Students only - open to Classes of 2027, 2028, 2029

• Cost: $0

• Location: TBD

Description & Highlights: This three-day service experience provides students with the opportunity to actively participate in the construction of homes for families in need through Habitat for Humanity in NJ. Students will engage in hands-on building activities, including painting, carpentry, landscaping, and general construction tasks under the guidance of Habitat staff and volunteers. Beyond physical labor, the program emphasizes teamwork, problem-solving, and ethical responsibility, allowing students to develop practical skills while living out the values of service, compassion, and social justice rooted in Catholic teaching. Each day includes structured reflection sessions where students consider the impact of their work, connect the experience to Gospel values, and explore how their faith calls them to serve others. By the end of the three-day program, students will have contributed meaningfully to a tangible, life-changing project, gained a deeper understanding of housing insecurity, and strengthened their commitment to community service and civic responsibility.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Engaging in hands-on building tasks challenges students to think creatively.

2. Students apply Catholic values, such as service, compassion, and stewardship

3. Working in teams with peers and community volunteers develops communication, cooperation, and leadership skills.

• Dates: June 1, 2, 3

• Who Can Attend: Students only - open to Classes of 2027, 2028, 2029

• Cost: $210

• Location: SJA & Pinnacle Paintball

• Description & Highlights: A Test of Strength, Strategy. The St. Joseph Challenge is a school-wide, team-based competition designed to engage students in a series of physical and mental obstacles spread throughout campus. The event blends fitness, problem-solving, communication, and creativity — challenging both the body and the mind. Students compete in teams as they race to complete a variety of tasks, earning points at each checkpoint. Each challenge requires not just endurance and agility, but also teamwork, leadership, and quick thinking under pressure.

• Learning Objectives: Through participation in the St. Joseph Challenge, students strengthen a wide range of essential life and learning skills. They build resilience by persevering through physically and mentally demanding tasks, learning to stay focused and motivated under pressure. Students practice collaboration and communication as they work together to strategize and solve problems efficiently. The challenge also promotes leadership, adaptability, and decision-making, requiring students to think critically, manage time effectively, and support their peers. In addition, they cultivate creativity, problem-solving, and empathy, all while embodying the values of teamwork, determination, and integrity that reflect the spirit of St. Joseph.

• Dates: June 3, 4, 5

• Who Can Attend: Students only - open to Classes of 2027, 2028, 2029

• Cost: $230

• Location: Rowan, Stockton, Monmouth.

• Description & Highlights: Students will explore their future possibilities through immersive college and career readiness experiences centered on self-discovery, collaboration, and connection. This three-day experiential learning course includes visits to Rowan University, Stockton University, and Monmouth University, combining campus exploration with structured social-emotional learning (SEL) activities and community-based experiences. Students will participate in guided campus tours, admissions and student life discussions, team-building exercises, including an escape room challenge, and wellness-focused recreation at a water park. Through daily reflection, goal-setting, and group discussion, students will strengthen their sense of purpose, build transferable life skills, and gain confidence as they consider life after high school.

• Learning Outcomes:

  1. Self-awareness and reflective thinking

  2. Goal setting and future planning
  3. Teamwork, collaboration, and leadership
  4. Effective communication and problem-solving
  5. Emotional intelligence, empathy, and social awareness
  6. Stress management, adaptability, and self-regulation
  7. College and career readiness skills, including navigating campus environments and support resources
  8. Confidence and independence in unfamiliar settings

• Dates: June 1 - 4

• Who Can Attend: Students only - open to Classes of 2027, 2028, 2029

• Cost: $200

• Location: Atlantic City Casino

• Description & Highlights: This experiential course introduces high school students to the business, economic, and ethical dimensions of Atlantic City’s casino and tourism industry. Students will examine how large-scale entertainment businesses operate, their impact on local communities, and the ethical responsibilities of corporations within society.

  Through guided site visits, guest speakers, and structured reflection, students will explore topics such as hospitality management, marketing, labor, regulation, and social responsibility—without engaging in gambling activities. The course emphasizes observation, inquiry, and analysis rather than participation in casino gaming.

  Experience highlights include:

  • Educational site visits to casino resorts (business operations focus only)

  • Meetings with hospitality or tourism professionals

  • Boardwalk and city economic analysis walk

  • Workshops on business ethics and regulation

  • Case studies on tourism-driven economies

  • Daily guided reflection and discussion

• Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to:

  • Explain how the casino and tourism industry contributes to local and state economies

  • Identify ethical challenges associated with large-scale entertainment businesses

  • Analyze business practices through a moral and social responsibility framework

  • Describe career pathways in hospitality, tourism, and business management

  • Reflect on the societal impact of economic decision-making