St.Michael Academy

We, of St. Michael Academy, as an academic community within the faith community of St. Michael Parish, serve an ethnically, socially, and economically diverse segment of San Diego.

Believing in the values, dignity, and uniqueness of each individual as a child of God, the parents, administration, faculty, and staff of St. Michael Academy recognize the right of each child to grow to the fullness of his or her potential in a faith-filled atmosphere of reverence and respect.

We acknowledge that parents are the primary educators in the faith of their children. Teachers in our parish school assist parents in the formation of disciples of Christ who permeate society with Gospel values through their witness to Christ.

We believe that Christian educators should participate in the educational ministry of their Church and that teachers should be faithful disciples. To this end they should develop a deep relationship with Jesus Christ, understand more fully the Gospel message, integrate it into their lives and assist students to be open to the Holy Spirit as He guides them on their faith journey.

"St. Michael Academy’s philosophy is based on the belief that each child is a cherished gift from God. Our school provides positive learning experiences through a success-oriented, student centered supportive approach. We strive to instruct our children in the love of God, the love of learning, and respect for one another. It is our goal that our children will be fully prepared to become future leaders of our church, community, and the world. The Academy is rooted in our Catholic faith. We are an integral part of our parish community. As teachers we encourage children to develop their full potential within this Catholic family so that they will learn to know and love God through service to others." (Former Principal Steve Stutz)