For 85 years, the Sisters of St. John the Baptist have dedicated their lives to educating the students of Staten Island and Brooklyn, NY. Since students first completed a year of education in 1923/24 attending the Academy boarding school, approximately 8500 students have graduated.

Unfortunately the mission of the Sisters of St. John the Baptist and St. John Villa Academy now find itself in jeopardy due to the age and condition of the elementary school and chapel buildings which are a critical part of the campus. A 2-phase Restoration Project estimated to cost $4.2 million must be undertaken to insure that St. John Villa Academy remains vibrant. During Phase I of the Restoration Project, the Elementary School building is being restored. Work on this phase of the Restoration Project is scheduled to commence in April, 2009 with a targeted completion early Fall, 2009.

A number of future events and fundraisers are planned to insure the success of the Restoration. Consider honoring a graduate or memorializing a loved one via our "Buy a Brick" Campaign. Download the attached "Buy a Brick" flyer for more information.