About Us

 In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus tells us that everyone who “has been instructed in the kingdom of heaven is like the head of a household who brings from his storeroom both the new and the old.” This simple verse encapsulates the great gift that our children receive here as they are “instructed in the kingdom of heaven.” Our students (1) reap the fruits of the old, (2) synthesize it with the challenges of the new, and (3) consequently become masters of their household, i.e. their futures.

At St. Isaac’s we follow in the footsteps of giants. The Catholic Church provided the very foundation of Western education in the Middle Ages, and continues to provide high quality education to millions of young people around the world. We work from an understanding that to educate a child in the wonders of the world is to educate that child in God Himself. Thus every subject is like an open window through which we touch eternity. As we form our minds in knowledge we come to know ourselves and our Creator better. 

Along with nurturing our rich heritage, we are also striving to meet the challenges that arise in our present age. We work together to develop best practices synthesized with the individual needs of our students. We strive to provide quality services and opportunities through technology in the classroom, academic and counseling support services, and a variety of clubs and extra-curricular activities. With the understanding that every person is first and foremost a child of God, created with a unique personality and skills, these “new” developments in the world of education forged with the “old” of our history help us to provide a quality education to 21 st Century learners. 

Finally, when the “new” and the “old” are fostered within the context of a rich Catholic culture, our students achieve the self-mastery and discipline necessary to live truly fulfilled and excellent lives. This is why our students leave prepared to be ‘masters of their household.’ As we strive to become disciples of Christ, we are preparing our students with the doctrinal, sacramental, moral and prayer foundation necessary to live life to the full - a life worthy of the name of Christian. 

And as we strive together to become “the head of a household who brings from his storeroom both the new and the old,” know of my prayers for you and your family.

In Christ Our Teacher,

Sr. Maria Guadalupe, OP

School Principal

St. Isaac Jogues is committed to the development of the whole child. Highly qualified teachers meld the rich heritage of our intellectual tradition with the best educational practices of today. The curriculum has a strong emphasis on critical thinking and problem solving skills with ample hands-on experience. Students are also given a variety of extracurricular opportunities that help them develop in mind and body.

On a daily basis students are guided and encouraged to live their Catholic faith fully. Conversations about the challenges of practically living our faith are a daily occurrence, and students and staff actively collaborate to give back to the community through service. As we seek to "unleash the Gospel in Southeast Michigan," the St. Isaac's community is committed to living as disciples of Jesus.

Together, we are founded on Faith, steeped in Learning, alive in Virtue and united in Community.

St. Isaac Jogues Catholic School was established in St. Clair Shores in 1956.  During the 1956-1957 school year, 154 students were enrolled in grades 5 through 8.  The Sisters of Divine Providence were assigned to St. Isaac Jogues and faithfully served the community through the mid-1990's.

In 2014 the pastor of St. Isaac Jogues, Fr. Darrell Roman, brought Consecrated Religious back to the school when he invited members from the Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Eucharist to join the St. Isaac's community. The Community, based in Ann Arbor, is committed to Catholic education and serves in several Catholic elementary and secondary schools as well as universities.

St. Isaac Jogues Catholic School is located in the center of the city of St. Clair Shores, in the Lakeview Public School District.  The surrounding middle-class neighborhood is composed primarily of single-family brick homes.  The population age is balanced, with a mix of young families, families with high school and college age students and senior citizens.  There are a number of small businesses along Harper and Little Mack, but the school itself is located in the center of the neighborhood.

The Legacy Continues...

Today, St. Isaac Jogues Catholic School educates students in grades pre-school through 8th. Chief among our core values is a commitment to excellence in faith, academics, virtuous living, and community. St Isaac's has an outstanding record of educating the whole child. Aside from strong academic programs our students have regular opportunities to encounter Christ and to serve one another and the wider community.  Our students routinely score above the national average on standardized tests in all subject areas.  

A large proportion of our students go on to attend Catholic high schools and then advance to college and post-graduate education. Many of our alumni hold highly respected careers in the arts, humanities, science, business, teaching, and public service.  At St. Isaac Jogues, where Christ is our teacher, all our students are given a deep love for learning. Like the disciples on the road to Emmaus, we daily experience our hearts burning as we encounter Christ, our Truth in every classroom.

• Established in 1956 under the direction of the Sisters of Divine Providence.
• Originally spanning grades 5 through 8, today St. Isaac's is home to our three-year-old preschoolers through 8th grade.
• Average student body is 200 students.
• Average class size is 20 students.
• In 2014, the Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Eucharist were invited to serve in administrative and teaching roles, and they continue to lead our school in its vision.
• In 2015 a state-of-the-art science lab and curriculum was installed.
• There is 21st century technology in every classroom (Promethean boards, iPads).
• There is an award-winning athletic program with multiple CYO Championship titles.
• Extracurricular opportunities include choir, band, drama, chess, gardening, art, and more.