St. Joseph School

Webster, MA

Established in 1892, St. Joseph School is a Pre-K through 8 elementary school operating within a small campus adjacent to Saint Joseph Basilica and the parish rectory.

As part of a substantial expansion project, GRLA worked closely with the building committee to develop a feasibility study and conceptual vision for the new school gymnasium and parish center. Working with the larger community, including parents, teachers, students, and neighbors, GRLA and St. Joseph considered several site options before arriving at a solution. While programming the expansion project and developing conceptual options for the addition, GRLA reviewed materials and design elements that recall surrounding architecture and town landmarks, allowing the new building to look to the future of education.

To accommodate funding, construction was divided into 2 phases. GRLA also designed and produced St. Joseph’s fundraising material for the project.