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St. John the Baptist
Catholic School

Johnsburg, IL

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  • Why Classical? Why Now?

    At St. John the Baptist Catholic Academy, we believe education should shape more than just minds - it should form souls. That’s why we’re joyfully transitioning to a Catholic classical education model: an approach that’s timeless, intentional, and rooted in the beauty of truth.

    Classical education draws on the tried-and-true methods of the Church and Western tradition, emphasizing wonder, wisdom, and virtue. It teaches students how to think, not just what to think and it's done all through the lens of our Catholic faith.

    We're not just updating curriculum - we're building a foundation for lifelong discipleship and leadership.

  • Our 3-Year Rollout Plan

    We're phasing in our classical model to ensure it is deeply rooted and thoughtfully implemented:
    • 2025–2026: Middle School (5th–8th Grade)
    • 2026–2027: Elementary School (K - 4th)
    • 2027–2028: Preschool (3K and 4K)

    Each phase brings new life into our classrooms — and we're thrilled to grow alongside our families!
  • What You’ll Find in a Classical Classroom

    • The Trivium: Students move from learning facts (Grammar), to organizing ideas (Logic), to expressing themselves with wisdom (Rhetoric).
    • Faith Across Subjects: Every subject, from literature to math, is infused with the truths of our Catholic faith.
    • Living Books, Not Textbooks: We use beautiful, time-honored works that spark curiosity and deep thinking.
    • Discussion-Based Learning: Students learn through questions, conversations, and discovery - not just worksheets.
    • Virtue Formation: We form the whole child (intellectually, spiritually, and morally).

2304 W. Church Street, Johnsburg, IL 60051    Phone: 815-385-3959    Email: [email protected]
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