Saints Dennis and Joseph Catholic Academy is a dual-campus academy, serving students preschool through 3rd grade (South Campus) and 4th through 8th grade (North Campus).
Our school, built upon the strong foundations of the original St. Dennis and St. Joseph Catholic schools, provides the opportunity for Catholic elementary education to thrive in Lockport and surrounding communities. This unique two campus structure is blessed to have the support of St. Dennis and St. Joseph Parishes, both rich in faith and tradition.
The mission of SDJCA is to provide the environment, resources, structure and opportunities to educate children in the Catholic tradition in order to develop them as responsible, educated citizens and active members of the Catholic Church. SDJCA will strive to instill in each child the pillars of their faith; the need for charity and service; the importance of liturgy, prayer and sacraments; and a knowledge of their culture, history and technology in an environment of academic excellence.
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The South Campus at 1201 S. Washington Street serves younger students. It features a separate Early Learning Center building, for 3 & 4 year old learners, with an enclosed playground for preschool students. Kindergarten through 3rd grade students learn in the main campus building in a nurturing, faith-filled environment, enhanced by the use of iPads.
The North Campus at 529 Madison Street is perfect for transitioning middle schoolers into high school. 4th through 8th grade students also learn in a faith-filled nurturing environment, featuring a building with a science lab, computer lab space and a gymnasium with a stage. Middle school students further develop their academic skills using new laptops, interactive boards and advanced technology.
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Extended care and specials classes – such as Art, Music and Physical Education – are taught on both campuses. Extra-curriculars include Athletics, Band, Drama, Chess Club, Honor Society and much more at the North Campus. Sacraments and weekly Mass are celebrated on both campuses, allowing students to experience a unified Catholic curriculum and continue their spiritual growth.
The public is invited to an Open House on Sunday, January 26th from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at both campuses in Lockport. For more information, call the South Campus at (815) 838-4494 and/or the North Campus at (815) 838-8173.
