apostolate

Spiritus Sanctus Academies

Spiritus Sanctus Academy
The Dominican Sisters of Mary continue their apostolic mission through the Christian education and formation of young people in the Spiritus Sanctus Academies.

Administered by the Sisters and joined by a committed staff of priests, Catholic laymen and women, the Spiritus Sanctus Academies impart a solid, Catholic education and culture to children in two K-8 schools in the Ann Arbor area.

To find out more about our schools visit the  Spiritus Sanctus Academy Website!

  • Our Schools

    Spiritus Sanctus Academies are private Catholic K-8 schools in the Ann Arbor and Plymouth areas of Southeast Michigan. The private Catholic schools have been administrated by Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Eucharist and staffed by Priests, Religious and laity for over 10 years.

  • Our Committment

    While placing a priority on Catholic faith development, the Spiritus Sanctus Academies are committed to academic excellence that offers each student opportunities for challenges and successes. 

  • Faith-Based Curriculum

    Our faith-based curriculum includes a rich sacramental life, including daily Mass; An appreciation for the various forms of prayer and worship, with a particular devotion to the Eucharist and consecration to Mary.

     

  • Nuturing the Potential in Each Child

    Each student’s talents and gifts are challenged and developed according to his capacity so that he might fulfill his duty to live in the grace of God and strive for holiness. Students are taught to use their gifts for the honor and glory of God, for their own spiritual and temporal good, and for the good of their neighbor.

  • Eucharist as Source and Summit

    At Spiritus Sanctus Academies a chapel is central to each school building, reflecting the centrality of the Catholic faith to the life and mission of SSA.

    The Academies are committed to the belief that each child has a personal dignity and worth because he is created in the image of God and loved by Him.

  • Christian Witness

    We realize that children learn best by what they see. Therefore, the example of the teachers is of utmost importance in providing outstanding witness of lives based on Christian moral principles and the teachings of the Church lived daily in charity and truth.