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A Joyful Creation for the 2025 Jubilee Year! Our Pre-K, Kindergarten, and 1st-grade students have been hard at work creating a beautiful "stained glass" banner for the 2025 Jubilee Year By carefully placing tissue paper squares, they designed a colorful display that will hang above our Jubilee Doors, a reminder of our faith-filled journey toward Christ. We can’t wait to unveil the completed Jubilee Doors soon! Check back for the big reveal and join us in celebrating this special moment in our school’s faith journey.

As part of Catholic Schools Week 2025, St. Ann Classical Academy had the privilege of welcoming the Priests of the Raritan Oratory of St. Philip Neri and the Religious Teachers Filippini for a special day dedicated to vocations. The day began with a light reception, where students and faculty had the opportunity to...

St. Ann Classical Academy’s annual Cereal Box Dominoes event was once again a highlight of Catholic Schools Week, combining fun, school spirit, and service to the community. Students eagerly participated by bringing in cereal boxes for the Catholic Schools Week Food Drive, each donation earning them a chance to...

St. Ann Classical Academy was filled with energy and enthusiasm as students participated in the much-anticipated Saints & Angels Competition, a beloved school tradition that brings together faith, fun, and friendly competition. Students gave their all in the obstacle course challenge, striving...

As part of Catholic Schools Week, students and faculty at St. Ann Classical Academy dedicated the day to praying for peace, turning to Scripture, tradition, and personal reflection to deepen their understanding of God’s call to be peacemakers...

St. Ann Classical Academy joyfully began Catholic Schools Week 2025 with a beautiful and well-attended Mass at the Catholic Church of St. Ann in Raritan, NJ. Reflecting on the significance of Catholic education, Rev. Thomas Odorizzi, C.O., shared an inspiring message with the school and parish community:...

St. Ann Classical Academy started Catholic Schools Week in the most delicious way—with our Annual Pancake Breakfast! A heartfelt thank you to...

he kindergarteners at St. Ann Classical Academy embarked on an exciting journey through Ancient Egypt this week, bringing history to life with hands-on activities, creative projects, and engaging lessons. As part of their unit on Ancient Egypt, students created...

History serves as the cornerstone of Catholic Classical Education, enabling students to go beyond memorizing facts and delve into primary sources to deepen their understanding. At St. Ann Classical Academy, history is more than a subject—it is a vital foundation that integrates with other disciplines, fostering critical thinking and inspiring students to...

Our 6th grade students recently brought science to life through hands-on nature studies, exploring the beauty and complexity of God’s creation. Guided by Mr. Cirillo, our Upper School Nature Studies and Science teacher, they conducted...

So what is Catholic classical education and how does it differ from a Catholic education not modified by the adjective Classical? Differences between Catholic Classical Education and Catholic Education Many prospective St. Ann’s parents attended Catholic school and experienced Catholic education firsthand. For those who attended non-Catholic private schools or even public schools, the pedagogical methodology...

St. Ann Classical Academy gathered as a school community for a beautiful time of Adoration and Benediction during the Christmas season. What a blessing it was to come together in prayer and reflection in the presence of our Lord as we concluded our first week back from Christmas break. In the quiet of Adoration, we were reminded...

Learn more about life and learning at St. Ann Classical Academy by visiting us online at stannclassical.org and joining us for our Catholic Schools Week Open House and Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, January 26!

Save the Date! Our Catholic Schools Week Open House and Pancake Breakfast is just over a month away! Join us on January 26, 2025 for... ....Pancake Breakfast at 9am ...Mass at 10:30am ...Tours/Meet & Greet from 11:30am-2:00pm We look forward to welcoming you!

On Friday, November 8th, St. Ann Classical Academy welcomed veterans from the United States Army, Marine Corps, and Air Force, bringing together students, staff, alumni, and community members for its annual Veterans Day celebration. The event, filled with prayer, poetry, and presentations, has grown into a cherished tradition that honors veterans while providing students with a powerful opportunity to learn about the significance of service and sacrifice.

We are blessed to introduce the Schola at St. Ann Classical Academy, a talented group of students whose beautiful voices enrich our school Masses and elevate the liturgy. The Schola Cantorum —meaning "school of singers"...

On October 8, our Pre K-3rd grade students had an exciting visit from the Raritan Fire Department during Fire Prevention Week! They learned about fire safety, explored the fire engine, and even learned about firefighter gear! A huge thank you to the Raritan Fire Department for keeping us safe and teaching our students important lessons about fire safety. We're so grateful for your service!

St. Ann Classical Academy has kicked off our 1,000 Rosary Challenge for October, and we’re starting strong! On the first day, over 20 rosaries were prayed, and many more have followed. On October 7, our school and parish community came together to pray after Mass on the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary, uniting in prayer for our school and special intentions. Queen of the Holy Rosary, Pray for us!

Kick off the holiday season with a flat fast 5k/10k in support of St. Ann Classical Academy and celebrate your accomplishment with a FREE DUCK DONUT at the finish line. Run or walk. Bring your friends, family, or even the dog! Sponsorship opportunities are available, and registration is now open. To register for the race or explore sponsorship opportunities, visit us online at https://stannclassical.org/duck-donuts-5k-10k

Fall is in the air, and our Pre-K students are capturing its beauty through art! Students explored the beauty of God's creation in the changing colors of fall leaves. Each child painted a leaf with the colors of Fall - red, orange, and yellow - utilizing painting techniques which support fine motor skill development.