A set time of fifteen minutes was scheduled into each day for silent reading. During this time students were encouraged to read a wide range of materials in many different subject areas. The school developed a partnership with Pizza Hut which gave incentives to both individuals and classes. The Challenging Needs class runs a used bookstore as part of its program. The bookstore is open two afternoons a week and it also runs several full-day book sales during the year.
Books are for sale at a very reasonable price.
Help is provided with homework, assignments and study. Peer tutoring sessions are usually held four times per week. Student Leadership Program Student leadership has been an important aspect of the school improvement focus for St. Patrick's Junior High School. Fostering a spirit of ownership, service and responsibility is important to the overall development of students. The student leadership group is involved in a recycling program within the school and the community.