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Every mission trip offers a unique opportunity for personal growth, connection, and a deeper understanding of faith. Our students had the blessing of stepping out of their comfort zones to serve and engage a wider community. Our 8th grade students came back with powerful insights and transformative experiences. The reflections shared here capture heartfelt stories,...Read More

Today (October 22), we commemorate St. John Paul II on his feast day. He had a beautiful way about him, his joy and spontaneity were motivating and captivating. It was easy to be enamored by him. He joyfully lived out and loved our faith with great and bold conviction. Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI said it...Read More

Linda Couri, M.S.W., L.C.S.W., D.Min. Assistant Professor of Pastoral Theology B.A. (English Literature) Drake University, M.S.W. University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, L.C.S.W., State of Illinois, D.Min. University of Saint Mary of the Lake. Former appointments included Director of Students, Institute for Lay Formation; Associate Director, Lay Ministry Formation Program; Youth Minister, Saint Philip the Apostle...Read More

Middle school is a time for continued growth and new opportunities. One of the best ways for students to get involved and grow their leadership skills is by running for student council. Our student council is a group of elected students who represent their fellow classmates and help organize and oversee school events and projects....Read More

We’re off to a great start! The teachers spent weeks planning and preparing for the first days of school, and it’s truly wonderful to see plans come to fruition. We have completed our third week of school. We’ve had many firsts these last few weeks, and we’re getting back in the swing of things. It’s...Read More

On behalf of the Board of Directors, faculty and staff of East Lake Academy:  a very Happy and Blessed Thanksgiving to all of our families, friends and supporters. Enjoy a look at some of the projects are students have been working on in art class.  Read More