Our regional Catholic school supports the western suburbs of Minneapolis, MN for preschool-Grade 8. John's and St.
Notre Dame Academy is supported by both Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, Minnetonka and St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church in Hopkins, MN (formerly St. Joseph's) who together have sponsored and supported a Catholic school program for over 50 years.
06/23/2026
Guess who stopped by the school office last week? Ms. Keenan and her dog, Leroy! 🐾
The two were already checking a few things off the to-do list in preparation for fall in Ms. Keenan's Kindergarten room. While Ms. Keenan seems ready to get started, we're pretty sure Leroy would prefer a little more time to enjoy summer break. He LOVES his long walks with mom! 😎
Our preschool graduations at NDA are always so special. 🎓
Enjoy these clips from this joyful milestone that blends faith and learning for our oldest PK students. Thanks to all who joined us in celebration as we recognized all that they accomplished this past school year.
We are so proud of these little graduates and can't wait to welcome them to Kindergarten this fall! 💙💛
Happy Father's Day to all of our Dads, Grandpas and father figures in our NDA community. We are grateful for your faith, leadership, and never-ending support of our students. Have a wonderful day!
Our 8th graders mean the world to us. While we're sad to see them go, we're excited to see where their journeys take them next. 💙💛
Enjoy these moments from their final day at NDA, when we prayed for them, blessed them, and celebrated them as they made their final walk through our hallways. Best of luck Lions! 🦁
Before school ended for the summer, Mr. Tesch hosted an extra fun gym session for all of the students that completed Finn's Mission. Look how many participated! ❤️
Finn's Mission was our way of supporting The American Heart Association, while teaching kids life-saving CPR skills, in case they ever find themselves in a life-saving emergency. They also learned how to take care of themselves by eating healthy and exercising. Great job Lions!🍎🥕
Kindergarten is just around the corner for our PK graduates! 🎓
We asked them what they are most excited about for next year. Check out a few of their answers! 📘📒🛝
06/18/2026
We celebrated our Kinderstart and High-Five graduates as we wrapped up another wonderful school year! 🎓
Families gathered for a special graduation ceremony at church before enjoying a fun picnic together. We are so proud of these young learners and all they have accomplished this year and we can't wait for them to begin Kindergarten. 💛💙
Lake Area Discovery Center
06/18/2026
It's time to sign up for our Summer Service Project!
Once again we'll be working together to pack food for those in need. Family and friends are welcome to join us, please register your group using the link in Wednesday's Insight. 🍚
06/17/2026
Today was the perfect day for an indoor scavenger hunt. ⛈
Summer camp kids were tasked with taking a photo of everything on their scavenger hunt list. The challenge included items like find something with wheels, find something made of wood, and find our school mascot. 🦁
It was fun to have so many kids stop by the school office for a quick visit. 🥰
06/16/2026
Congratulations to our 8th grade graduates! 🎓
We are so proud of their accomplishments and we are excited for them to start high school. Thank you to all who attended our Mass, Graduation and the reception, it meant so much to have you join us in celebrating these young leaders. 💙💛
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| Tuesday | 9am - 3:55pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 3:55pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 3:55pm |
| Friday | 9am - 3:55pm |