Student Life
Beyond the Classroom
At St. John de la Salle Catholic Academy, student life is centered around community, creativity, leadership, and personal growth. We believe learning extends beyond the classroom, and students are encouraged to explore their interests, build friendships, and discover new talents through athletics, clubs, enrichment opportunities, and after-school programs.
Extended Day Program
Supporting Students and Families from 6 AM – 6 PM
Our Extended Day Program provides students with a safe, structured, and caring environment before and after school. Designed to support working families, the program offers supervised care, homework support, enrichment activities, and opportunities for social interaction throughout the day.
Program Features:
-
Available from 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
-
Safe and supervised environment
-
Homework assistance and academic support
-
Structured activities and creative play
-
Opportunities for collaboration and friendship
-
Caring staff and supportive atmosphere
The Extended Day Program creates a welcoming space where students continue learning, growing, and connecting outside of regular school hours.
Athletics, Arts & School Spirit
Building Teamwork, Confidence, and Leadership
Athletics and performance opportunities help students develop discipline, collaboration, school pride, and perseverance. Students are encouraged to challenge themselves, support one another, and grow as leaders through team participation and school involvement.
​
Student Opportunities Include:
-
Basketball
-
Cheerleading
-
Drum Line
-
School Play
-
Choir & Student Performances
-
Leadership and teamwork development
-
Opportunities to build confidence and school pride
These programs create a strong sense of community while helping students develop important life skills both on and off the court or stage.
Clubs & Academic Enrichment
Opportunities to Explore New Interests
Students at St. John de la Salle Catholic Academy are encouraged to pursue their passions through clubs, enrichment programs, and academic support opportunities that extend learning beyond the classroom.
Clubs & Enrichment Opportunities Include:
-
Debate Club
-
Science Club
-
High School Placement Test (HSPT) Preparation
-
Leadership and collaborative learning opportunities
-
Academic enrichment activities
-
Hands-on STEM experiences
These experiences help students strengthen critical thinking, communication, creativity, and confidence while preparing for future academic success.
PlaySMART & Early Childhood
Connecting Families and Building a Strong Start
St. John de la Salle Catholic Academy welcomes young learners and families through monthly playgroups in partnership with Big Shoulders Fund and Playsmart Literacy. These sessions promote early literacy, social development, and school readiness in a fun, welcoming environment.
​
Through hands-on activities and guided play, children build foundational skills while becoming familiar with the school community. These experiences also introduce families to the Early Childhood Program, where students continue to grow academically, socially, and spiritually.
Early Childhood Engagement Opportunities
-
Monthly family playgroups
-
Early literacy and learning activities
-
School readiness experiences
-
Community-building opportunities for families
To learn more about our Early Childhood Program and how we support our youngest learners, we invite you to visit our dedicated Early Childhood page.
Start your Journey
Ready to join the St. John De La Salle community? Check out our admissions process and schedule a tour today.