Saint Dominic Academy, Jersey City NJ

Today, we celebrate the Feast of St. Dominic, founder of the Dominican Order and the inspiration behind our mission at Saint Dominic Academy.

His commitment to truth, faith, learning, and service continues to guide our community as we empower young women to lead with confidence, compassion, and purpose.

May the spirit of St. Dominic inspire us all to seek truth, serve others, and live our faith each day.

A little trip down memory lane...

From the hallways to the traditions, some things have changed while others have stood the test of time.

Think you know when these photos were taken? Drop your guess in the comments, and if these moments bring back memories, we’d love to hear your favorite SDA story!

Welcome to SDA, Coach Manjarres! 👏 ⚽️

The World Cup may be over, but SDA Soccer is just getting started!

Saint Dominic Academy is proud to announce the hiring of Coach Jaime Manjarres as our new Head Soccer Coach.

A Jersey City native, Coach Manjarres brings an impressive background at both the high school and collegiate levels, including leadership roles at Marist High School, New Jersey City University, and Kean University. His extensive coaching experience, combined with multiple elite coaching certifications, makes him an outstanding addition to the SDA community.

“We’re excited to welcome Coach Manjarres to Saint Dominic Academy. His experience at both the high school and collegiate levels, combined with his commitment to developing student-athletes, makes him an outstanding leader for our soccer program. We look forward to the future of SDA Soccer under his leadership.” — Brian Callahan, Director of Athletics

Please join us in welcoming Coach Manjarres to Saint Dominic Academy as we look forward to an exciting new chapter for SDA Soccer!

Calling All Alumnae! We are looking for dedicated alumnae to become mentors for Student/Partner Alliance (S/PA). S/PA empowers motivated, low-income students by helping them attend top-tier, college-preparatory schools. They provide critical scholarship support to make enrollment at institutions like Saint Dominic Academy possible.

What to expect:
✨ A rewarding 4-year mentorship (providing coaching, advice, and encouragement).
✨ Full training, structured events, and continuous support from S/PA.
✨ Purely relational—no financial support is expected!

👉 Ready to make a life-changing impact? Start your application today (be sure to select the "Mentor" option on the form) ---> ! https://studentpartneralliance.org/partner-mentor-application/

Today, as our nation celebrates 250 years of independence, we honor the courage, sacrifice, and enduring spirit that have shaped our country’s history.

At Saint Dominic Academy, we are grateful for the freedoms that allow us to educate, empower, and inspire the next generation of scholar-leaders.

Wishing our students, families, alumnae, faculty, staff, and friends a safe, joyful, and meaningful Independence Day.

Apply in July. Thrive in September.
Haven’t found your place yet? Join the Saint Dominic Academy family starting in the 2026–2027 school year!

Meet with our Admissions Team, receive an instant admission decision, and discover how SDA empowers young women through rigorous academics, leadership opportunities, and our unique Pre-Med Pathway.

Thursday, July 9 | Bayonne Public Library
Thursday, July 16 | Saint Dominic Academy
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Your future starts here. Scan the QR code or visit www.saintdoms.org to register today!

The clock is ticking! ⏰

There’s still time to be part of The Empowerment Effect. Your gift to the Saint Dominic Academy Fund helps provide the resources that empower our scholar-leaders to achieve extraordinary success—today and for generations to come.

Every gift makes a difference, no matter the size. Join us in leaving a lasting impact on SDA.

Giving closes at midnight tonight. Make your gift before it’s too late!

Make your gift here: https://saintdoms.org/fye26/

Empowerment has been at the heart of Saint Dominic Academy since 1878. Today, our Class of 2026 is proof of The Empowerment Effect.

With a 100% college acceptance rate and more than $10 million in scholarships earned, our scholar-leaders are prepared to make an impact wherever they go.

Your support helps make stories like these possible. Join us in continuing The Empowerment Effect by making a gift to the Saint Dominic Academy Fund.

Make your gift here: https://saintdoms.org/fye26/

Hard work pays off.
This year, our junior class concluded their academic quarter one week early to participate in a 5 day intensive SAT Prep Program ahead of the June exam. Students worked closely with our Math and English faculty while also collaborating with our College Counselor on college applications, interview preparation, career assessments, and college planning tools.
The results were outstanding:
​95% of participating students improved their SAT scores.
​Top score increases included +230 and +220 points, with several students gaining between 150 and 200 points.
By dedicating a week to focused preparation, our juniors head into summer with stronger scores, increased confidence, and a meaningful head start on the college admissions process.
Congratulations to our scholar-leaders, faculty, and college counseling team on these incredible results!