In the 125 years since its founding by the Sisters of the Congregation of St. Joseph, Nazareth Academy has been committed to educating young minds and effecting real community change.    

In recognition of this anniversary year, The Announcer compiled a list of 125 things that students, staff, faculty and the administration love most about Nazareth Academy:

1. the school spirit
2. the relationships
3. the CSJ’s sponsorship
4. the Fine Arts department
5. the Naz Drama program
6. all of our incredible student actors and technicians
7. the freedom to teach important and meaningful texts
8. the Tutoring Center
9. the fun classes
10. working with people who share my values
11. the friendships
12. the Activity Period
13. the block schedule
14. playing basketball
15. the friends I’ve made
16. the Pillar of Unity
17. the teachers
18. playing football
19. the Pillar of Scholarship
20. the kindness of the students
21. the connections I’ve made
22. the food
23. the friendly faces
24. the cookies
25. the supportive teachers
26. playing soccer
27. that it feels like home
28. the culture
29. the pretty campus
30. that it feels like family
31. my friends
32. being on the wrestling team
33. playing tennis
34. Junior Retreat
35. going to mass
36. playing softball
37. the Freddie Fanatics
38. the support from teachers
39. the friends and teachers that help guide you
40. watching students connect with literature
41. the Administration
42. the talented athletes
43. state championship days off
44. all the opportunities
45. amazing people
46. the kindness that fills our halls, fields and classes
47. the care our students show for one another
48. the Pillar of Spirit
49. the teachers and students really care about each other
50. our school song
51. our business team
52. the make-your-own wraps
53. the Math Department
54. the rich history
55. that everybody supports one another
56. the travel opportunities
57. the traditions
58. our Guidance Team
59. playing sports
60. the soda machine
61. knowing that I am a small part of the school’s history
62. the unforgettable experiences, like FISH Prom and other school dances                   
63. the pep assemblies
64. the sense of community that is created by the teachers and students
65. the students
66. our Development team
67. the Pillar of Service
68. playing lacrosse
69. the faculty and staff
70. the Science Department
71. playing baseball
72. being outside during activity
73. Naz’s emphasis on student success
74. the kindness of the staff
75. our Recruitment Team
76. the Dean’s Office
77. feeling appreciated
78. the student vs. faculty and staff basketball game
79. everyone is always up for a good time
80. the community that we build through clubs, sports, and activities
81. the theatre
82. our Marketing Team
83. the Choir
84. the Social Studies Department
85. that there is always something to laugh about every single day
86. personal connections with students
87. watching students grow and develop into the best version of themselves
88. the inclusivity
89. being on track and field
90. the Theology Department
91. the care for others
92. our involvement in the community
93. the academic support services
94. our nurses
95. the accountability
96. the talent of the student performers
97. our well-rounded students
98. starting and ending my day with a prayer
99. that we are all a family
100. the English Department
101. the welcoming environment
102. the kind teachers
103. the bell schedule
104. “Fab”ruary
105. being on poms
106. the late starts
107. the fun events
108. Kairos retreats
109. our Tech Team
110. everyone is friendly and welcoming
111. that Naz gave me the ability to create a dive team
112. the pizza
113. the Media Center
114. our alumni
115. senior privileges
116. the variety of electives
117. there is always someone smiling
118. how everyone is welcoming
119. the family atmosphere
120. the fact that there is something for  everyone
121. the challenging classes
122. the World Language Department
123. the competitive sports programs
124. the opportunities to serve and lead
125. that Naz is family and a 2nd home