September Newsletter
What is a Newsweater?
You may have noticed in years past that our Newsletter is titled, "Newsweater." Surprisingly not a typo, but a classic literary pun. See below for an explanation from Nathaniel Beckman, our Headmaster:
"I was asked recently to explain the title of this publication. Although one typically would avoid explaining a pun, I will make an exception. It is worth noting that Chesterton famously defends the pun in many of his works, even calling it “a perfect type of literary art.” If you doubt Chesterton enjoyed the pun simply open up any of his books, turn the pages, and you will find a pun under every leaf. So what does a newsletter have to do with a New Sweater? They both send a message....
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St. Thomas Aquinas, The ‘Dumb Ox’
Ironically, St. Thomas was nicknamed the "Dumb Ox" by fellow students because of his large physical stature, his shyness, and his silence. His quietness even caused many students to think that he was not very smart at all.
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Journeying with Dante
We have just completed Dante’s Inferno and have started our ascent into Mount Purgatory…
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$10,000 Scholarship to Christendom College
$10000 Scholarship to Christendom College for Chesterton Graduates
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A Night of Comedy
Join us for our first Night of Comedy
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The Healing Power of Love
Afternoon tea followed by an academic presentation, testimonial witness of faith talk, and a musical interlude. Join us for an afternoon of formation and communion!
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Announcing an Evening of Song
Join us for a Christmas Concert featuring the students of Chesterton Academy of Saint Joseph. The concert will be held December 3 at 6 pm in First Lutheran Church of Dayton.
Admission is FREE and open to the public.
Light Refreshments will be served following the concert.
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Open Houses Announced
Tour the school, meet students and staff, participate with the students in class, and observe classical education and the Socratic method. Daytime Open House participants are also welcome to join for noon mass at St. Joseph's Catholic Church.
Open houses will be held at the school: 138 W First St, Dayton OH 45402. If you have questions please call the school's phone number (937)-609-5318. Click here to register for an open house.
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Location and other news!
We have finalized our location for the 2022 - 2023 school year! We will be launching our new school at First Lutheran Church, located at 138 W First St, Dayton Ohio 45402.
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Introducing Kevin Grieshop as Executive Director
We are excited to announce the newest member of the CASJ team.
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Summer Events
Please join us on Saturday, June 25th from 7:00 - 9:30 p.m. for a fun evening of socializing with others interested in the Chesterton Academy of Saint Joseph! This event is for everyone, so please invite family and friends.
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Introducing our Faculty - Ivana Quadrelli
Introducing our Faculty - Ivana Quadrelli
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Introducing our Faculty - Dr. Mauro Meruzzi
Introducing our Faculty - Dr. Mauro Meruzzi
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Introducing our Faculty - Dr. Eric Lafferty
Introducing our Faculty - Dr. Eric Lafferty
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Introducing our Faculty - Molly Schutte
Introducing our Faculty - Molly Schutte
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Earn College Credit at Chesterton Academy of St. Joseph!
We are thrilled to announce an Historic Educational Alliance between Franciscan University of Steubenville and Chesterton Schools Network! Earn college credit in high school.
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