St. Monica Academy

St. Monica Academy St. Monica Academy is a growing Catholic school community located on the Northwest side of Chicago ( Founded in 1950, St. Monica Academy in August 2007.

Monica School was awarded academy status to become St. This designation by the Archdiocese of Chicago recognizes a ground-breaking educational initiative by St. Monica Academy and the world-renowned Chicago Botanic Garden, who have partnered to create Student Environmental and Development Studies (SEEDS).

08/23/2026

👟 What a way to kick off St. Monica Summerfest! ☀️

Yesterday was a picture-perfect day to lace up the running shoes for our Mini Mustang Dash and 5K! We welcomed our largest group yet and couldn’t be more grateful to everyone who came out to run, walk, and cheer. 🐴💪

This event wouldn’t be possible without our incredible community. A huge THANK YOU to:
👟Our Sponsors: Your generous commitment and support truly help this event stand out every single year!
👟Orange Theory Harwood Heights & Coach Blue: Thank you for getting our runners pumped up and ready with an awesome pre-race stretch!
👟Our Amazing Volunteers: From check-in and water stations to handing out those well-deserved finisher medals, we couldn’t do it without you!
👟Our Supporters: Thank you to everyone who shared our posts and helped spread the word about our St. Monica community.

Check out some of our favorite moments from the race below! Drop a comment if you ran, and tell us your favorite part of the race!

08/23/2026

Welcome back, Mustangs!

The wait is officially over—our halls are filled with energy again, and we couldn’t be more excited to kick off a brand-new school year!

This year, our mission is all about helping every single student shine their light—discovering their unique strengths, encouraging one another, and making a positive mark on our school community.

To our returning students, welcome home. To our new Mustangs, welcome to the family. Let’s make this year bright, bold, and unforgettable!

08/22/2026

Our Dirty Soda Bar is officially OPEN until 6:00 PM today. Grab one of our signature menu mixes for just $5, or unleash your inner mixologist and build a custom creation for $6.

CASH ONLY today, so hit the ATM and head over before 6:00 PM!
Which flavor combo are you sipping on today? Drop your favorite mix in the comments! 👇

08/22/2026

Summerfest 50/50 Raffle: Supporting the 8th Grade Class

Help support our 8th grader’s end-of-year dance and class trip and you could win big! Half of the proceeds directly fund their milestone events, and the other half goes to one lucky winner.

Ticket Pricing
1 Ticket: $5
5 Tickets: $20 (Get 1 free ticket!)

Important Details
Location: at entry gates and all day throughout Summerfest!
Drawing Time: 7:00 PM.

Grab your tickets early to boost the jackpot and support the students!

08/22/2026

TODAY IS THE DAY, MUSTANGS! 🐴✨ The weather is absolutely gorgeous, and St. Monica Summerfest is officially HERE!

Start your morning right with a fresh brew from the Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck, before the Mustang Dash and 5k, then stick around for a full day of games, live music, delicious food, and neighborhood fun!

Today’s Schedule:
8:45 AM – 10:45 AM: Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck ☕
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM: Mini-Mustang Dash 👟
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: St. Monica 5k 🏃
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM: Mr. Bob Hilger’s Reptiles 🦎
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM: SMA Grill Food, Drinks & Beer Truck 🍔🍻
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Live Music by Exit Frequency 🎸
12:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Teacher Dunk Tank 💦
12:45 PM – 2:45 PM: Rita’s Ice Cream 🍧
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM: DJ John Schnur 🎶
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Mustang Mayhem Games 🏆
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Dirty Soda Bar 🥤
5:00 PM – 6:00PM: Foam Party
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Live Music by Electric Dawn ⚡

Admission:
Adults: $5 suggested donation
Children: $10 bracelet (unlimited play all day!)

Quick Event Reminders:
Cash Only! Make a quick ATM run OR stop by the ATM at the fest.
Food & Drinks: Cold beer from the Beer Truck and tasty eats at the SMA Grill!

08/21/2026

Big news for St. Monica Summerfest, happening THIS WEEKEND! We just added a FOAM PARTY to the lineup, and it’s going to be epic! 🫧

HUGE shoutout to the Guzman family for bringing the foam party and adding a ton of extra fun to the neighborhood!

5:00 PM Foam Party Starts! So, grab your crew, bring a towel for the foam and let’s celebrate summer!

📍 Location: Corner of Nottingham & Carmen
💵 Entry & Games: $5 suggested donation for adults | $10 kids’ game wristband (play all day!)

Need to Know:
➡️Cash Only! Hit the ATM before you arrive.
➡️Food & Drinks: Cold brews from the Beer Truck and delicious eats from the SMA Grill.

08/20/2026

Score big while supporting SMA! 🏈✨

Join our Football Mania Fundraiser for a chance to win cash prizes every single week of the upcoming NFL season. The best part? It’s ridiculously easy to play—and win—even if you don’t know a touchdown from a field goal!

Why Join?
➡️Huge Impact: 70% of every ticket sold goes directly to SMA.
➡️Weekly Cash Prizes: You’re automatically entered for chances to win all season long.
➡️Zero Football Knowledge Required: Game tickets are randomly assigned sweepstakes cards!

How to Get Your Tickets:
➡️Grab an order form from the white folders.
➡️Click the link below to enter online (or scan the QR code above):

https://www.charitymania.com/give/SG031

08/20/2026

Audrey celebrated the ultimate summer birthday surrounded by friends and family at iconic Wrigley Field! To top off the celebration, the Cubs flew the W and officially swept the Dodgers in their series!

Now that is how you celebrate another trip around the sun!

08/20/2026

St. Monica Summerfest is THIS WEEKEND, and we’re keeping the tunes going all day long! Start your day with the 5k and hang out for an incredible lineup, great food, and non-stop fun.

Event Highlights & Schedule:
8:45 AM – 10:45 AM: Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM: Mini-Mustang Dash
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: St. Monica 5k
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM: Mr. Bob Hilger’s Reptiles
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM: SMA Grill Food, Drinks & Beer Truck
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Live Music by Exit Frequency
12:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Teacher Dunk Tank
12:45 PM – 2:45 PM: Rita’s Ice Cream
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM: DJ John Schnur
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Mustang Mayhem Games
5:00 PM - 6:00PM: Foam Party
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Dirty Soda Bar
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Live Music by Electric Dawn
Admission:
Adults: $5 donation
Children: $10 bracelet (unlimited play all day!)

🚨 Don’t wait: Registration for the St. Monica 5k and Mini-Mustang Dash is still open, but race day is coming soon! Tap the link in our bio to register now and secure your spot. See you there!

08/19/2026

Running shoe emoji? Check. Out-of-state hype? Double check!

In addition to our Chicagoland runners, we are excited to welcome runners from Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, South Carolina, and TEXAS to the St. Monica 5K! Whether you’re traveling across state lines or down the street, we can’t wait to see you at the starting line.

If you haven’t registered yet, there’s still time—but it’s running out! The race is just a couple of days away!

🔗 Register now: Use the link in our bio or scan the QR code for more Summerfest information!

📍 PACKET PICKUP INFO:
Dates: August 20th & 21st
Time: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Location: Dick Pond Athletics
📍 575 Busse Hwy, Park Ridge, IL

Tag your out-of-state running buddies below and have them join the fun! 👇 See you all very soon!

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