Top 10 Things to Love about Berchmans
255 Acres on Holy Ground
We have 255 acres of wide open space to learn, explore, and connect with nature. In today's busy world, what greater gift can you give your children than to immerse themselves in God's beautiful surroundings in a peaceful, holy setting.
The site of a vatican-verified miracle in 1865, the Berchmans Academy is nestled in the Holy Land of South Louisiana.
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Catholic, Independent Education
Our Catholic identity is embraced through weekly Mass, the sacrament of reconciliation, adoration, espacio, and daily prayer, all through the guidance of our chaplain, Monsignor Keith DeRouen.
As an independent school, we offer the flexibility and strength to drive our own academic excellence, pursuing higher learning, critical thinking, engaging research, and 21st Century teaching methodology.
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A School Specifically Designed for Boys
In our unique setting, classrooms are taken outdoors so that nature can be directly incorporated into the lessons. We understand that boys need to move, jump, run, play, and rest in order to activate their brains and their love of learning. At Berchmans Academy, our rigorous, college-preparatory academics partner with our love of nature to create the perfect pairing and an ideal setting for boys to grow, learn, and perform at their very best.
Learn more about the benefits of an all boys education here.
Mission-Centered, Service Learning
Each year, students in all grades dive deep into Goal III: a social awareness that impels to action. They not only learn about stewardship and service in the classroom. They go out into our community to actively engage and contribute. Service opportunities include helping at the Thensted Center in Grand Coteau, nursing homes, Second Harvest Food Bank, animal shelters, and more. This service mindset becomes a lifelong mission to give back in meaningful ways.
Read more about our Goals here.
Expert Faculty
At Berchmans Academy, research-proven practices for meaningful engagement are the cornerstone of purposefully orchestrated learning experiences in a dynamic curriculum provided to our students. The Sacred Heart experience cultivates in our students the confidence and skills to solve problems and articulate innovative solutions that will ultimately have a positive impact on our world.
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Travelling Adventures
Learning does not end in the classroom at the Academy. Boys are encouraged to live out Goal V: personal growth in an atmosphere of wise freedom as they go out and experience the world around them on overnight adventures. Whether spending a week exploring Washington D.C., travelling to Europe on exchange, or even just an overnight camping trip the boys spread their wings and find out just how far they can go.
Read about our Network Exchange program here.
Inclusive Athletics
Athletics are an opportunity to grow in discipline, perseverance, and community, and we offer a wide range of athletic opportunities, including:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Golf
- Power Lifting
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Skeet
Read all about our Berchmans Athletics here.
Accessibility and Affordability
A Sacred Heart education is the gift of a lifetime, and it is a serious investment in your daughter's future. We are committed to making a Sacred Heart education accessible for families.
Learn more about our Family Individualized Tuition here.
Time-tested traditions
With 200 years of history, traditions are an important part of life at the Academy.
Read about all of our traditions here.
Unparalleled Honors Program
The Honors Program develops 21st century learning skills in students through a dynamic, multidisciplinary curriculum that promotes innovation, collaboration, critical thinking, and problem solving. As students advance in the program over the course of their Upper School careers, they have opportunities to apply their learning to real-world situations and to leave a meaningful impact on their world.
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