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Faith & Fun-Filled 2026 Summer Camps
Register your child for a 2026 summer camp in Lakewood, Ohio. Our summer programs help kids and teens grow in their Faith, deepen friendships, and cultivate virtue. Dance, sports, tennis, art and more are offered!
A Letter to Catholic Families Searching For An Alternative
As we prepare to end another school year at Padre Pio Academy, we’d like to give those families who have been thinking about joining our community something to ponder as you begin summer break.
Padre Pio Academy Named a Newman Guide Recommended School by the Cardinal Newman Society
We are proud and humbled to announce that PPA has been officially recognized in the Newman Guide Online and recommended by the Cardinal Newman Society, joining just 44 K–12 Catholic schools nationwide that have earned this distinction.
What Makes A Classical Catholic Curriculum different?
If you've been searching for an alternative to conventional schooling — one that forms the whole child, not just their transcript — you've probably come across the phrase classical Catholic education. But what does it actually mean? And how is it different from a traditional Catholic school?
5 Things Every Donor Should Know Before Supporting a Classical Catholic Education
Whether you've been a generous supporter of Padre Pio Academy for years or you're just now discovering what's happening here in Lakewood, this post is for you. Donating to a school is a big decision — and a beautiful one. Here's what you should know before you give (and why you'll be glad you did).
Meet Our Newest Board Member: David Myers
Padre Pio Academy welcomes our newest board member, Mr. David Myers. He succeeds longtime board member, Ms. Joan Donnelly.
Help PPA Families and Receive A Tax Credit!
We are inviting all of our friends to help Padre Pio Academy families with a donation to our Scholarship Granting Organization (SGO)!
L’Chaim! Another Successful Spring Musical!
Thanks to all of our wonderful supporters who came out to support the PPA Players on their production of Fiddler On The Roof Jr.!
Play Ball! Our Spring Raffle Is Underway!
Our Spring Raffle is officially underway! This year's prize is exclusive use of the Owners' Suit for 30 of your closest friends to a Regular Season Cleveland Guardians game.
Tickets are only $20 and all proceeds go to benefit Padre Pio Academy.