Life at the Academy is intentionally structured and deeply formative. Daily routines foster lasting habits of respect, joyful seriousness, discipline, manliness, and responsibility—virtues that shape both students and alumni for life.
Uplifting Ambiences:
The settings within our buildings are carefully designed to uplift and inspire. Each room reflects elements of culture, beauty, and refinement. The spirit of honor, respect, and discipline we instill in students—especially in their interactions with staff and peers—is reinforced by the environments in which they study, live, and pray.
Formal Meals:
Shared meals provide a platform for meaningful conversation and fraternity. Homemade meals are served daily, with students cooking on Sundays and volunteering for special feast day meals or Friday pizza nights. Tables are set with china, silverware, tablecloths, and candles. Students take turns serving, reinforcing a spirit of service and tradition.
Etiquette and Manners:
Following the guidance of St. John Baptist de la Salle, a faculty member regularly teaches etiquette, highlighting the connection between good manners and virtue.
Elevated Conversation:
Freed from digital distractions, students engage in lively and thoughtful discussions during meals and free time. They are encouraged to express noble ideas and reflect on higher topics that elevate the mind.
Discipline:
Order and discipline are foundational. Uniforms must be neat, shoes polished, and clothing ironed. Bedrooms are kept in good order and inspected regularly. House rules are observed, and personal hygiene is expected.
Responsibilities:
Responsibility is cultivated through daily duties. Each student is assigned a task—such as lawn care, gardening, bell ringing, chapel maintenance, house cleaning, photography, or minor repairs—preparing them for real-life challenges.
Low Tech:
Students thrive in our intentionally low-tech environment. Research and experience confirm that digital devices hinder development and learning. Phones, MP3 players, and gaming devices are not permitted. Landline phones are available for family calls, and computers without internet access are used exclusively for schoolwork.
“This isn’t just a school that teaches you about your Faith—it forms you to live it and defend it with conviction. I can’t imagine a better place to grow intellectually, spiritually, and as a young man of character.”
Paul Victory, Class of '27
Omaha, Nebraska
