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Elizabeth, NJ 07208

Phone: (908) 352-0670
Fax: (908) 352-0698
Email: info@benedictineacad.org

 
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If you are interested in registering your daughter for the Class of 2014  

Please contact Ms. Branco at 908-352-0670 ext. 104 to schedule your appointment today!  Space is limited.

I welcome you with enthusiasm and pride to our Benedictine Academy website. You will discover many exciting and inspiring signs that the Academy continues to advance and make a difference in the lives of young women, educating them as whole persons. We offer many opportunities for the academic, personal and spiritual development of our students. Below are a few of the reasons you will find us to be a school of excellence for young women.
                                                                  - Sister Germaine Fritz, OSB
                                                                    President/CEO and Class of 1954 BA Alumna

Did You Know…?

  • Benedictine Academy offers a faith-based, college-preparatory program for young women in grades 9 through 12
  • Rigorous coursework taught by caring, qualified faculty
  • Dynamic Campus Ministry and meaningful Service-Learning opportunities
  • St. Scholastica Scholars Program
  • Laptop/LCD projector/SmartBoard technology in every classroom
  • Seton Hall U intern liaison onsite to help maximize our technology
  • College credit courses available with Kean University
  • Medical Robotics and Summer Programs for students and faculty with NJIT
  • Theater Arts Program headed by veteran Broadway actress, Liz McConahay Wanfried
  • PSAT and SAT preparation included in curriculum
  • 98% college acceptance for BA graduates of past 14 years
  • Expanded track program (plus soccer, volleyball, basketball and softball)

News

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Monday, February 8th

Track Team Wins NJ Catholic Track Conference Championships

Benedictine Academy's Track team won its first girls title at the New Jersey Track Conference Championships on Sunday, February 7 at the Jersey City Armory. ...more

Sunday, January 31st

National Catholic Schools Week Celebrated at BA

BA will join thousands of Catholic schools around the country in celebrating National Catholic Schools Week, Jan. 31- Feb. 5. This year's theme is: "Catholic Schools- Dividends for Life", emphasizing faith, knowledge, discipline, and morals as the end ...more

Thursday, January 21st

Emilie Burke Wins Speaker Award at JSA Minicon

Junior Emilie Burke won her twelth Best Speaker Award on Saturday, January 17 at South Brunswick High School during the Junior Statesman Minicon. ...more

Monday, January 18th

BA Girls Track Breaks 2 State Records at State Relays in Toms River

Benedictine Academy's 800 meter Relay team and Shuttle Hurdles team broke state Track records on Saturday, January 14 in Toms River at the State Relays. ...more

BA Track Team Makes Presence Felt at Girls Relay Championships in Toms River

The Star Ledger headline captures it best: "Benedictine of Elizabeth made its presence felt by nearly capturing the girls' title,...more

NHS and Student Council Raise Money for Haiti Relief

Benedictine Academy's National Honor Society and Student Council are raising money and awareness for the victims of the devastating earthquake in Haiti. Alums and BA friends are encouraged ...more

BA Closed for Dr. King's Birthday

Benedictine Academy will be closed on Monday, January 18, 2010 for the observance of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday.

Tuesday, January 12th

Success at JSA Minicon

Junior Emilie Burke received her 11th best Speaker award as a member of the Junior State of America at the January 9-10 Planifield High School Chapter's Minicon....more

Young Science Achievers Grant Awarded to BA Juniors

Five Benedictine Academy juniors, Emilie Burke, Chisom Emeana, Chelsea Odufu, Alicia Onacki, and Keyona Wright had their grant proposal accepted by the Young Science Achievers. YSA provides grants for students to conduct scientific experiments. ...more

Monday, January 11th

Track Team Places 2nd in Union County Relay Championships

The Benedictine Academy Track Team placed 2nd overall at the Union County Relay Championships on Saturday, January 9, 2010. ...more

Saturday, January 9th

"Discover BA Day" was held Saturday, January 9, 2010 to give young women in grades 6-8, and their families, the opportunity to learn more about Benedictine Academy....more

Tuesday, January 5th

Three Students Named "Edward J. Bloustein Distinguished Scholars"

Three seniors at the Academy have been named "Edward J. Bloustein Distinguished Scholars" for 2010. Each has exhibited both outstanding academic and leadership qualities. ...more

Wednesday, December 30th

Dr. Rose Marie Battaglia Christmas Basketball Tournament Held Dec. 26-29

Teams from eight local high schools, including BA, battled for the championship title during the four-day Dr. Rose Marie Battaglia Christmas Basketball Tournament, December 26-29, at our Elizabeth campus. ...more

Monday, December 21st

BA Christmas Musical Performed Dec. 18/21

The Christmas Musical: "Christmas Para Todos" ("Christmas for All") was performed at BA on December 18 and 21. The musical was directed and produced by veteran Broadway actress Liz McConahay Wanfried, who manages the Academy's Theatre Program....more

Monday, December 7th

Christmas Tree Lighting

The annual Benedictine Academy Christmas Tree Lighting took place on December 7. Parents and students sang Advent songs and prayed together as Sister ...more

Tuesday, December 1st

First Quarter Honors Students Named

Thirty-one exemplary students were named to the Honor Roll at BA for the first academic quarter....more

Wednesday, November 25th

BA Junior Wins "Best Speaker" Awards

Congratulations to BA's Emilie Burke, whose debating skills won her two "Best Speaker" awards at the Junior State of America Fall State 2009 Convention held in Parsippany November 21-22....more

Saturday, October 17th

Grand Reunion Welcomes Back All Alumnae

More than two hundred alumnae returned to BA for the Grand Reunion held October 17....more