Below is a profile of an alumna of the Consortium of Catholic Academies who shared her story with us when she was a seventh grader.  Her story is unique, yet representative of the 800+ students served by the four CCA schools.

To see firsthand the positive impact of the CCA academic experience, please contact Elizabeth.Dobbins@catholicacademies.org to schedule an in-person or virtual visit.

Niani B. attended St. Anthony’s Catholic School in NE Washington, DC, where she was joined at school by three siblings. Niani first came to St. Anthony’s School in 5^th grade, having lived in St. Croix for most of her life. The adjustment to a different kind of academic environment took time, but faculty and staff at St. Anthony’s all worked closely to make the transition as smooth as possible.

Their efforts were rewarded as Niani and her siblings became exemplary students and active members of St. Anthony’s School community. Niani was an excellent student, consistently earning a place on the school's honor role. Principal Mike Thomasian described Niani as “dependable and responsible” and the kind of student who “takes school work seriously.” Niani enjoyed reading books about women in history, particularly the Dear America Scholastic Series. 

When asked to describe the environment at St. Anthony’s in three words, Niani chose “fun, interesting and thoughtful” because “the teachers at St. Anthony’s put a lot of thought into what they do for us.” Like her teachers, Niani also enjoyed helping others. 

Niani hopes to become a Naturopath, like her grandfather, when she grows up.