About St. Catherine's Academy
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Founded in 1889, St. Catherine’s Academy is a Catholic school with a military tradition for boys in transitional kindergarten - 8th grade. Our mission is to provide students with a foundation for lifelong success through a formation program, which is rooted in the Dominican charism and emphasizes faith, leadership, academics, and service. Experienced faculty and small class sizes ensure each student receives the individual attention he needs to be successful.
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head of school message
I firmly believe in the mission of St. Catherine’s Academy and the opportunities for growth, change, and daily encounters with Christ that our school provides. The unique combination of the Dominican Charism with the military tradition creates an atmosphere in which boys learn to be good young men, strong leaders, and individuals who know their worth and the importance of taking care of others.
The spiritual foundation, the strong academic curriculum, and the values and tradition of the military program create a unique school environment; one that is truly the best for boys. - Head of School, Bridget Ronan
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Learning ExpectationsOur school-wide spiritual programs and military tradition form young men of faith, honor and integrity. This system will transform you son into:
- A young man who embraces prayer as he lives a life of faith
- A young man who commits to study, to learn and grow in wisdom
- A young man who is willing to serve others through his ministry
- A young man who lives community based on leadership virtues by the military tradition
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History of
St. Catherine's AcademyFounded in 1889 by the Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose, St. Catherine’s Academy is Orange County’s first Catholic school. Beginning as a coeducational school and boarding academy for girls, SCA was also an orphanage before adopting its current format as a Catholic school with a military tradition for boys in transitional kindergarten-8th grade. (ADD MOTHER PIA.
Always seeking to serve the needs of the community, in 1894, St. Catherine’s Academy becomes an orphanage for boys. By 1903, St. Catherine’s Orphanage reaches capacity, housing 200 orphans.
In 2024, St. Catherine's Academy celebrated 135 years of serving the Anaheim community and continues to educate young men of exceptional faith and character to be the leaders of tomorrow.
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Accreditations and Memberships
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In 2018, St. Catherine's Academy (SCA) achieved a full-term (6 years) accreditation, the highest rating by the Western Catholic Educational Association (WCEA) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
In addition, SCA is a member of the following educational and civic associations:- Association of Military Colleges and Schools of the United States (AMCSUS)
- Catholic Boarding Schools Association (CBSA)
- National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
- Sponsored School of the Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose (DSMSJ)
- Parochial Athletic League (PAL)
- National Business Officers Association for Independent Schools (NBOA)
- California Independent School Business Officers Association (Cal-ISBOA)
- Anaheim Chamber of Commerce (ACC)
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