The Best Fit for You: What Matters Most When Choosing a High School

As our eighth grade Saints prepare for the next step in their academic journey, the question isn’t necessarily which high school is best—it’s which school is best for them. The right high school should be a place where a student thrives academically,...

Year After Year: Celebrating Annual Traditions at LCA

At Lakewood Catholic Academy, our cherished traditions aim to connect students, parents, grandparents, and alumni alike. These annual events give our LCA families things to look forward to each year, and most importantly, create bonds between all age groups on...

Growth in Every Chapter: The Personal & Academic Benefits of Reading

Reading is so much more than just an academic exercise; it’s a dynamic journey that expands students’ minds. Similar to travel, reading opens our hearts to new perspectives and exciting experiences, fostering empathy, understanding, and curiosity. And...

Adventure Awaits: Exploring the Benefits of Student Travel at LCA

At Lakewood Catholic Academy, travel is an invaluable part of our students’ education. As our middle school Saints prepare for exciting upcoming trips to New York City, Atlanta, GA, Montgomery, AL, and the eighth grade class trip to Washington, D.C. in the...

A Reflection on the First 20 Years of LCA

As Lakewood Catholic Academy celebrates its 20th Anniversary during the 2024-25 school year, we asked Founding Principal, Maureen Arbeznik, to provide a reflection on the formation of LCA and its evolution over the past 20 years. Maureen will share more of her...

Test Prep with Heart: Nurturing Growth Beyond Scores

Written by Eileen McGuire, Dean of LCA’s International Baccalaureate Program. It is that time of year again! Computer carts will be scattered around the building, peppermints will be passed around, and rooms and hallways will be extra quiet. Standardized...

Expanding Horizons: The Power of a Global Education

In 2024, we can connect with people across the globe with the click of a button. This increased connection will present amazing opportunities as students develop into young adults, and it is our duty as educators to incorporate international thinking into our...

Cead Mile Failte: A Hundred Thousand Welcomes

This past week, Mr. Sinchak and I attended the IB World Conference in Dublin, Ireland. The opportunity to connect with IB educators from around the world in my ancestral home was more incredible than I could have ever imagined, and journeying with the world’s...

LCA is a National Blue Ribbon School!

U.S. Department of Education Announces LCA as a 2023 National Blue Ribbon School! The U.S. Department of Education has recognized schools across the country as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2023. The recognition is based on a school’s overall academic...

LCA is a Top Performing School in the Global Amazing Shake!

The Global Amazing Shake Competition is a contest that places an emphasis on teaching students professional conduct. Hosted by the Ron Clark Academy in Atlanta, Georgia, this competition introduces students to the nuances of professional interaction as they are...