About SJCA

At Saint John of the Cross Academy, we hold that parents are the primary educators of their children. They know their children most closely and guide their formation every day.

Knowledge cannot simply be handed to a student; it takes shape through example, practice, conversation, and repeated effort. SJCA exists to support parents in this work. We remain intentionally small so teachers can develop healthy relationships with their students, offer individual guidance, and partner closely with families.

SJCA blends classical learning with hands-on work, guided by a shared vision: to form students who can think clearly, speak well, and act capably. Homer captures this ideal in the education Phoenix describes for Achilles: to become “a speaker of words and a doer of deeds.”

Whatever the subject, each course is taught within the classical tradition. Our teachers bring deep knowledge of, and a genuine love for, the subjects they teach, so course offerings change over time. If you don’t see a course your student needs, contact us. We’re happy to discuss additional possibilities with interested families. The courses may change; the purpose behind them remains the same.

The courses listed here have been offered at SJCA in past semesters. Each listing includes the instructor who taught it. Offerings vary from term to term, but many of these courses may be offered again. If your student is interested in a course, or in a subject not shown here, please contact us to discuss future possibilities. All courses are taught within SJCA’s classical approach.