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St. Sava Academy
Annual Gala

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A few things people often ask — about tickets, the evening, the venue, and how to give. Anything we missed? Just reach out.

About the Academy

Our students consistently perform nearly 30% above the national average in math on MAP assessments and are regularly accepted into competitive high schools. In addition to academic achievement, we emphasize bilingual fluency, critical thinking, and moral formation—shaping articulate, well-rounded leaders.

Saint Sava Academy blends classical education with forward-thinking innovation:

  • Singapore Math & Advanced Math Club
  • Visual and Performing Arts Integration
  • Bilingual Instruction (English-Serbian, with electives in Russian)
  • Faith-Integrated Curriculum
  • Civic and Cultural Enrichment, celebrating Serbian heritage and Orthodox Christian traditions

We offer personalized instruction made possible by small class sizes, along with enrichment opportunities and close family-teacher collaboration. We are also developing formal gifted and academic support programs to serve a broader range of learners.

Absolutely. We are the only Serbian Orthodox parochial school in Illinois and one of only two in the United States. We serve as a spiritual and cultural cornerstone for Serbian American families. At the same time, we warmly welcome families of all backgrounds who seek values-based, academically rigorous, bilingual education.

Every student is known by name and nurtured in mind, body, and spirit. Through leadership
opportunities, spiritual guidance, and a caring, calm learning environment, students grow in confidence and character.

Students can explore and develop their talents through a wide range of activities:

  • Art, Chess, Ballet, Drama, and Choir
  • Math Club, Karate, and Gymnastics
  • Volleyball and Basketball
  • Serbian Folk Dance and Liturgical Singing
  • Holiday Performances and Community Service Projects

Community & Outcomes

Grounded in Orthodox Christian values, our school embraces diversity and encourages unity through love, dignity, and shared traditions. Events like Saint Sava Day bring families together in joyful celebration and collective purpose.

We maintain strong partnerships through open communication, volunteerism, school celebrations, church collaborations, and events that bring generations together.

Yes—many alumni excel in selective STEM academies and honors programs, crediting the Academy for their strong academic and moral foundation. Others return to serve as mentors and community leaders, exemplifying the lifelong value of a Saint Sava education.

With a focus on academic rigor, faith, leadership, and bilingualism, our students are equipped with the knowledge, values, and confidence to succeed in high school, college, and beyond.

  • 100% of students transition to college-prep or honors-track high schools
  • Consistently high standardized test scores in core subjects
  • Alumni remain active in their churches and cultural communities

Why Give / Our Vision

As our school grows, so do our needs. Without immediate support, essential programs in the arts, technology, and enrichment are at risk. Your generosity directly ensures that all students—regardless of background—receive an exceptional quality education.
  • Expand curriculum offerings in STEM and humanities
  • Upgrade facilities and classroom technology
  • Secure preschool–8th grade accreditation
  • Invest in faculty development and high school readiness initiatives

Because Saint Sava Academy nurtures bilingual, principled young leaders—grounded in
faith, enriched by culture, and prepared to make a meaningful impact on the world. We welcome students of all backgrounds, offering them an education rooted in excellence, character, and community. Your investment helps shape future generations who lead with integrity and purpose.

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