We have looked at many schools, and we have homeschooled our children because the local schools did not seem like places we wanted our children to be. SSA, Plymouth, is the very best alternative to homeschooling for a faithful Catholic family. I thank God for the sisters and Tom M. who had the foresight
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Posted by a parent on 06/27/08
SSA is a very good school, both for high school readiness as well as life readiness. My boys have been well prepared for the challenges of further education and social pressures of our society and have thus far handled themselves well. Thank you Sisters and teachers.
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Posted by a parent on 05/15/08
Spiritus Sanctus Academy is a wonderful school. It is maybe the best kept secret in Michigan. My children love the peaceful, encouraging, empowering environment. The high academic and moral standards match the values we try to instill in our children. I have found the staff and principal very approachable
... Read more and proactive. Through moves, we have gone to several schools, and this school is truly a gem!! Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/29/08
Spiritus Sanctus Academy is 5 stars. I am so blessed to be able to send my children to this school The faith formation is incredible and the academics are challenging. The school is a wonderful, peaceful enviroment that fosters learning. Can't say enough good things... Check it out!
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Posted by a parent on 03/16/08
Excellent school all around...from the teachers to the staff, and especially the principal. Her devotion to the students is admirable, and her faith a true example to all of us. I would not even consider placing my children in another school. They are learning about the faith by sisters...what more could
... Read more you ask for. We are truly blessed to have found this school, and would not only reccomend it to others, but encourage others to come check it out. It is worth it. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/13/08
This is the most amazing school! It is evident from the moment you walk in, that Christ is the heart of the school. The principal is wonderful! It is clear that the best interest of the school as well as the the best interest for each individual child is her priority. She is always available and
... Read more happy to meet with anyone to resolve any issues that arise. The teachers are caring and professional. The curriculum is challenging and comprehensive. It is great to send children to a school where the values being taught at home are nurtured and supported at school. If you have not checked out this school already, this is the place to send your children!! Read less
Posted by a other on 03/13/08
It is upsetting to see that someone with an obvious personal issue with the principal, would stoop to denigrating the school. As a professional educator, I have had the great privilege of working closely with the principal, the teachers, and the students of SSA - Joy RD. It is a phenomenal school
... Read more with a wonderful nurturing environment, a dedicated and professional faculty, a solid and rigorous curriculum, and amazing students and families. I believe SSA is one of the best elementary schools in Michigan. Read less
Posted by a other on 03/09/08
Spiritus Sanctus Academy, a Catholic School in Ann Arbor, Michigan has been an excellent choice for our family. Since Ann Arbor has the reputation of outstanding schools, we are pleased to say that we have been very happy that we've enrolled our children at SSA.
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Posted by a parent on 07/24/07
Spiritus Sanctus Academy is the 4th private school our children have attended due to corporate transfers. The faith formation, academics, Christian environment and support among parents are unmatched. The school day begins with a 35 minute chapel Mass which sets a peaceful tone throughout the school.
... Read more Weekly Eucharistic Adoration and the Sacrament of Reconciliation are available for students and parents. The academic success of the students as seen in Iowa & MEAP testing, as well as high school performance, validates the school curriculum. While no student body is 'perfect' this is by far the best classroom environment we have experienced. Families in this school come from more than 25 parishes, including parishes that have their own Catholic school. Spiritus Sanctus Academy is Not for everyone, but for faithful Catholics seeking this type of school environment for their children, it is a God send! Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/04/07
Principal not approachable, visible, or available to specific parents and students! Real lack of disipline: same student(s) continously disruptive in classes and no corrective action taken other than the usuall detentions, which do absolutely nothing to correct the negative behavior. We will
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Ann Arbor schools — Spiritus Sanctus Academy is located at 4101 E Joy Rd, Ann Arbor MI 48105. 4101 E Joy Rd is in the Logan neighborhood and 48105 ZIP code in Ann Arbor, MI Spiritus Sanctus Academy is a Private school that serves grade levels K - 8.
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