Whether its painting in studio art or doodling in class Jessica Flores, a junior at St. Joseph’s Catholic Academy, is always drawing .... always creating. "I like the flexibility of art,” said Flores. "I love that you can create absolutely anything. That is my favorite part." As a young...

Winter formal, like many other dances, is the time for students to let loose and have some fun. Unlike other dances, winter formal is much more lenient than anything else which is why it has the reputation of being the favorite dance of the year. This year's Winter Formal was no exception. Students were...

The February issue of The Challenger features more than a dozen stories by individual student writers, many published here for the first time. Be sure to check out the student art displayed here for the first time as well. Samples of "literary art" come from readings of Shakespeare, Homer, H.P. Lovecraft...

The Greek myths with their many gods and monsters have inspired writers and artists for thousands of years and the students at St. Joseph Catholic Academy are no exception when it comes to turning one's artistic talents on these memorable tales of yore. Here's a sample of student work (with more to be...

The St. Joseph Comics Universe (SJCU), now in its second year, is a creative club outlet for students interested in graphic novels and comic books. Comic book superheroes continue to inspire young people as evidenced by the outstanding drawings and mini-c0mic books produced by club members. This is a...

J-term, or January Term, is a special two-week long period that provides students the opportunity to explore subjects outside of school, discover new interests, and participate in new experiences. During J-term, students take the opportunity to concentrate on three courses of their choice or part...

St. Joseph Catholic Academy senior Grace Haugstad remains in the running to be called a national merit scholar. Grace was awarded the title of national merit semifinalist after her extraordinary PSAT. To be considered as an applicant for a national merit scholarship, you must score within the top...